Specifications - Lord and Son Construction, Inc.

degrees F heat-resisting paint applied to a total minimum dry film
thickness of 2 mils.
3.8 TESTS, FLUSHING AND DISINFECTION
3.8.1 Plumbing System
The following tests shall be performed on the plumbing system in accordance
with , except that the drainage and vent system final test shall include the
smoke test. The Contractor has the option to perform a peppermint test in
lieu of the smoke test. If a peppermint test is chosen, the Contractor must
submit a testing procedure to the Contracting Officer for approval.
a. Drainage and Vent Systems Test. The final test shall include a smoke
test.
b. Building Sewers Tests.
c. Water Supply Systems Tests.
3.8.1.1 Test of Backflow Prevention Assemblies
Backflow prevention assembly shall be tested using gauges specifically
designed for the testing of backflow prevention assemblies.
Backflow prevention assembly test gauges shall be tested annually for
accuracy in accordance with the requirements of State or local regulatory
agencies. If there is no State or local regulatory agency requirements,
gauges shall be tested annually for accuracy in accordance with the
requirements of University of Southern California's Foundation of Cross
Connection Control and Hydraulic Research or the American Water Works
Association Manual of Cross Connection (Manual M-14), or any other approved
testing laboratory having equivalent capabilities for both laboratory and
field evaluation of backflow prevention assembly test gauges.. Report form
for each assembly shall include, as a minimum, the following:
Data on Device
Type of Assembly
Manufacturer
Model Number
Serial Number
Size
Location
Test Pressure Readings
Data on Testing Firm
Name
Address
Certified Tester
Certified Tester No.
Date of Test
Serial Number and Test Data of
Gauges
If the unit fails to meet specified requirements, the unit shall be repaired
and retested.
3.8.1.2 Shower Pans
After installation of the pan and finished floor, the drain shall be
temporarily plugged below the weep holes. The floor area shall be flooded
with water to a minimum depth of 1 inch for a period of 24 hours. Any drop
in the water level during test, except for evaporation, will be reason for
rejection, repair, and retest.
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