Complete Compiled Specification.pdf - Peck Ormsby Construction

For feeders 601 Amps to 6000 Amps:
Class L, KRP-C, KLPC, & A4BQ
For feeders 600 Amps and less:
Class RKk-1 for 600 volt; LPS-RK, LLS-RK, & A6D-R
Class RK-1 for 250 volt; LPN-RK, LLN-RK, & A2D-R
Class J; JHC, JTD, & AJT
For motor circuits beyond the main and subdistribution boards, 600 volt and below:
Class RK-5 for 600 volt; FRS-R, FLS-R, & TRS-R
Class RK-5 for 250 volt; FRN-R, FLN-R, & TR-R
E. SPARE PARTS: Provide 10% spare fuses, but not less than 3 of any one size and type.
F. Provide Spare Fuse Cabinet(s), #SFC, #LSFC, & ATFC as required. Install cabinet(s) in
Main Electrical Room.
G. Approved Manufacturers, with catalog numbers listed in order: Bussman, Littelfuse, Ferraz
Shawmut.
H. If the electrical contractor wishes to furnish materials other than those specified, a written
request, along with a complete short circuit and selective coordination study, shall be
submitted to the engineer for evaluation at least 8 days prior to the bid date. If the engineers
evaluation indicates acceptance, a written addendum will be issued listing the other
acceptable manufacturer.
2.4 BOXES:
A. Outlet and junction boxes shall be sized in accordance with code requirements or as noted
on the drawings.
B. Unless otherwise specified or shown on the drawings, all outlet boxes for new work shall be
galvanized steel knockout, outlet boxes. Gangable boxes are not acceptable. Outlet boxes
shall not be smaller than 4" square and 1-1/2 inches in depth, unless otherwise noted. All
outlet box covers, rings, or other fittings shall be galvanized. Boxes which are exposed to the
weather shall be cast metal. Outlet boxes for phone and data outlets shall be 2.5" deep
boxes.
C. Outlet boxes shall be designed for the intended use, and shall be installed flush with finish
surface lines or not more than 1/8 inch back and shall be level and plumb. Long screws with
spaces or shims for mounting devices are not acceptable. No combustible materials shall be
exposed to wiring at outlets.
D. Outlet boxes on opposite sides of fire or sound isolating partitions shall have a minimum
horizontal separation of 24". Back to back boxes are not permitted in any walls.
E. Unless indicated otherwise on the drawings, floor boxes shall be Walker RFB4 with RAKMII
flush access hatch with carpet trim. Where located in tile floors, provide FAKMII cover.
Provide cast iron for on grade applications, and stamped steel for above grade applications.
Provide shallow stamped still if suspended slab thickness is less than 5-1/2 inches. Provide
plates for mounting of duplex receptacles and RF-45 communications outlets. If the number
of communications outlets exceeds the quantity which fits in a standard plate, provide a
custom plate to accommodate the increased quantity.
SEGO LILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL CLASSROOM ADDITION March 2, 2009
BASIC ELECTRICAL MATERIALS AND METHODS 16050-4