DIVISION 1 - GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - IDEAS-EC

B. Install pumps in accordance with manufacturer's written installation and alignment instructions.C. Pumps shall be arranged to provide access for periodic maintenance, including removal of motors,impellers, couplings, and accessoriesD. Support pumps and piping separately so that piping is not supported by pumps.E. Suspend in-line pumps using continuous-thread hanger rod and vibration isolation hangers ofsufficient size to support weight of pump independent of piping system. Install seismic bracing asrequired by local building code.F. Install flexible connectors on suction and discharge sides of pumps between pump casing andvalves.3 .2 VIBRATION ISOLATIONA. As specified in 15070.3 .3 ADJUSTING AND CLEANINGA. Alignment: Check alignment and, where necessary, realign shafts of motors and pumps withinrecommended tolerances of manufacturer.B. Verify pumps are free to rotate by hand. Do not operate pump if it is bound or drags until cause oftrouble is determined and corrected.C. Start-Up: Lubricate pumps before start-up and start-up in accordance with manufacturer's writtenrecommendations.D. Ensure pumps are wired properly, with rotation in correct direction and that pump and motorgrounding have been provided.3 .4 TRAININGA. As specified in Section 01815. Provide 2 hours of instruction to Government Personnel. NotifyContracting Officer at least 7 days before proposed instruction, and arrange mutually agreeabletime. Video tape training session.3 .5 TESTING, ADJUSTING AND BALANCINGA. As specified in Section 15950.PART 4 MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT4 .1 PUMPSA. Payment will be included in the bid item to which this work relates.END OF SECTIONSEKI-507 15130-3PUMPS