FD1 & FD2,AT THE EIGHTH GATE

DAMASCUS - SYRIA.
FOR M/S : EMAAR - IGO

VOLUME II

LANDSCAPE FD1,FD2
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ADDITIONAL STAIR
(WP-02)

ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATION

October,2012 Rev.1
SECTION – 16010: BASIC ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Special Conditions of contract,
apply to this and the other sections of Division 16.

1.02 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes general administrative, procedural and technical requirements for electrical
installations. The following requirements are included in this Section to expand the
requirements specified in the General and Special Conditions of Contract:
1. General information and requirements
2. Design Conditions
3. Equipment and Materials
4. Submittals.
5. Coordination drawings.
6. Record documents.
7. Maintenance manuals.
8. Delivery, Storage and Handling
9. Rough-in
10. Electrical installations.
11. Cutting and patching.
12. Tests on Site
13. Record
14. Operation and Maintenance
15. Maintenance Contracts
B. Scoop of Work
1. Electrical work, unless otherwise specified, includes the supply, installation, testing and
commissioning of the complete electrical systems, equipment and materials shown on
the Drawings and/or described in the Specification together with all associated ancillary
work, support work and builder's work in connection. Incoming power supply and
connection will be provided by Local Power Authority at 20 kV and 50 Hz to the site
substations and then to each tenant KWH meter, at floor closet.

C. Related Sections: The following sections contain requirements that relate to this section:
1. Division 15 Section "ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS FOR MECHANICAL WORKS,"
for factory-installed motors, controllers, accessories, and connections.

1.03 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

A. Installations Generally
1. carry out electrical work in accordance with the Drawings, Specification and
Regulations, ensuring compliance with design and performance requirements, to
provide safe and protected systems with equipment readily accessible for operation,
maintenance and repair
2. installations are to be complete, ready for operation and fully integrated and
coordinated with all other work
3. installations are to be carried out by qualified personnel

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 4. provide accessories necessary to complete the installations, of the types specified or
recommended for the purpose by the manufacturer of the equipment or accessories.

B. Equipment Spaces and Rooms: check that dimensions, structure, ventilating and cooling
arrangements and other provisions in equipment spaces and rooms are suitable for installation,
operation and maintenance of proposed equipment. Note any discrepancies on the shop and
construction drawings.

Systems Used Before Substantial Completion: for the benefit of the Contractor are to have all
consumable elements, such as lamps etc. and defective equipment replaced by new, within 7
days prior to the date of substantial completion.

Power Supply: liaise with the Local Power Authority to confirm:

Characteristics of supply and system earthing

Location of incoming supply shown on the Drawings

Space requirements and associated builder’s work for the Authority’s installations.

Make necessary arrangements at the earliest opportunity to ensure connection as and when
required, and inform the engineer in the event of any foreseen delay.

E. KWH-Metering: liaise with the Local Power Authority /Client and provide necessary accessories
required by them to effect a complete connection to KWH-metering. This coordination might be
at time of building completion or after.

F. Telephone and TV Lines: liaise with the Local Telephone and TV providers to confirm location
of connection of relevant lines into the premises.

G. Factory testing for locally manufactured/assembled equipment is to comply with the relevant
standards’ recommendations and to be witnessed by the Engineer.

Factory testing for equipment obtained from abroad is to be witnesses by the Engineer if
witness test is specifically required by the relevant equipment specification sections.

I. Spare Parts and Tools : only priced spare part lists are to be submitted with tender for each
system as described here-after in the specification. Supply of the spare parts is not part of the
contract. Tools and instruments necessary for equipment operation, routine inspection and
maintenance as specified here-after in the specification are to be supplied as part of respective
system as part of the contract.

1.04 DESIGN CONDITIONS

A. Nominal Characteristics of Power Supply and Distribution are as follows:

Medium voltage Low voltage
frequency
20 KV
380/220 V, 3 phase,
4 wires, solidly earthed neutral
50 Hz.

B. Distribution systems are to be supplied or derived from the voltage system previously
described, as shown on the Drawings, or as otherwise specified.

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C. Equipment is to be designed for the system voltage and frequency previously described.
Special provisions are to be made for equipment sensitive to power supply frequency and
voltage variations and for equipment operated at other voltages/frequencies or by direct
current sources.

D. Climatic Conditions: all electrical equipment and material including distribution boards/panels,
cables, relays, lighting fixtures, switches, circuit breakers, etc., are to be designed and derated
for continuous and trouble free service under the following climatic conditions:

maximum ambient temperature : 40 deg. C (in the shade)

minimum ambient temperature : -5 deg. C

maximum relative humidity : 95%

E. Where design and operating conditions, different from the above are required for particular
equipment, they are described in the specification sections of the related equipment .

F. Regulations: unless otherwise required in the Sections that follow, of Division 16, carry out
electrical work in accordance with the current issue of the local codes of practice, regulations
of Local Electricity Distribution Company, latest Edition of the "Regulation for Electrical
Installations" (BS 7671) Issued by the "British Institute of Electrical Engineer -IEE".

G. The above regulations and codes are refered to collecting herein as the “regulations
Standards: unless otherwise specified, equipment and materials are to be manufactured and
installed in compliance with the relevant recommendations of the following:
IEC EN NF ISO BSThe International Electro-technical Commission
European Norm
The French Regulation
The International Standardization Organization
British Standards
CCITT : The International Telephone and Telegraph Consultative Committee NFPA
: National Fire Protection Association

or other equal and approved standards, herein referred to as 'Standards'. Local standards,
where enforced and relevant, are to have precedence over the Standards dated above.

Where any standard or code is proposed in preference to those specified, a copy of the
proposed standard or code translated into English language is to be submitted with the tender.
The Engineer reserves the right to insist that materials and workman ship to be the relevant
specified standard where he judges that the alternative implies lower than acceptable quality.

H. Equipment locations shown on the Drawings indicate the approximate locations and general
layout of equipment. Exact and final locations and layouts together with dimensions, weights,
mounting methods and accessories, where relevant, are to be shown on the shop and
construction drawings.

I. Wiring layouts shown on the Drawings are to be used as a guide only to defining basic
positions, circuiting, loading and switching arrangements. Actual layouts and details of routing
of circuits are to be shown on the shop and construction drawings.

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1.05 EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS

A. Availability: confirm availability of equipment and materials proposed for use in the work prior to
submission for approval.

B. Acceptance By Authority: confirm that proposed equipment and material characteristics where
required are compatible with the requirements of the Local Power Authority or other authorities
having jurisdiction and are acceptable to them. Inform the Engineer of any modifications
necessary to comply with the Local Power Authority's requirements.

C. Manufacturers' Standards: equipment is to be the latest standard product of the manufacturer.

Component parts are to be the product of a single manufacturer, unless otherwise approved
and provided that components made by other manufacturers are of a standard design and are
interchangeable.

D. Approved Manufacturers: listing of approved manufacturers in the Specification does not

necessarily constitute approval of their standard products as equal to those specified. Ascertain
that listed manufacturers are able to supply equipment and material in conformity with the
Specification. Subject to compliance with requirements, provide products from a reputable
manufacturer engaged in the field and whose products have been in satisfactory use in the
similar service for not less than 5 years.

E. Factory Assembly: equipment generally is to be supplied in complete factory assembled units

ready for installation on site. Dis-assembly necessary for transportation or other purposes is to
be arranged to limit site work to simple re-assembly and inter-wiring of control and power
cabling.
F. Storage Of Materials: equipment and materials are to be stored in an approved location, under
cover, free from humidity, dust, debris and rodents. Equipment sensitive to heat and humidity is
to be kept in climatically conditioned areas until installed and handed over.

G. Defective Equipment: the Owner reserves the right to operate operable defective equipment
during the Defects Liability Period until it can be removed from service for repair or replacement.
The removal of the defective equipment/items should not affect the building operation, if
necessary the Contractor shall provide a temporary replacement of the defective items until
replacement.

H. Warranty: where required by the Specification, provide a warranty, signed by the manufacturer
(including his agreement to replace promptly, defective equipment or parts thereof, as instructed
by the Engineer) covering materials and workmanship for the period stated in the Specification,
starting at substantial completion. The Contractor is to assign the benefits of such warranty to
the owner.

I. Spare Parts: not later than the date of substantial completion, provide spare parts required by
the Specification, together with suitable means of identifying, storing and securing same.

J. Tools And Instruments: not later than the date of substantial completion, provide sets of tools
and instruments required by the Specification, together with suitable means of identifying,
storing and securing same.

K. Label and identify all equipment, instruments, control and electrical devices etc. to indicate duty,
service or function, to the satisfaction of the Engineer. Labels are to be laminated plastic or
anodized aluminium discs with black surface and white core with incised lettering in English.
Alternative methods of labelling may be submitted for approval. Fix labels with non-corrodible
screws to equipment, or to adjacent permanent surfaces or as approved by the Engineer. Refer
to Section "Electrical Identification".

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L. Equipment nameplates are to be non-corroding, robust metal, inscribed in English, and firmly
fixed to equipment at factory. Nameplates are to indicate name and address of manufacturer,
model, serial number, basic characteristics and ratings of equipment and are to include
elementary diagrams etc., all in accordance with the Standards.

M. Fire Sealant: materials and methods of fire sealing barriers for the various applications as
required by the specification and drawings are subject to the Engineer’s approval. Products are
to be obtained from Hilti or approved equal.

1.06 SUBMISSIONS

A. General: Follow the procedures specified in general conditions of contract.

B. Increase, by the quantity listed below, the number of electrical related shop drawings, product
data, and samples submitted, to allow for required distribution plus two copies of each submittal
required, which will be retained by the Engineer.

1. Shop Drawings - Initial Submittal: 2 additional black-line prints and electronic files.
2. Shop Drawings - Final Submittal: 2 additional black-line prints and electronic files.
3. Product Data: 2 additional copy of each item.

Additional copies may be required by individual sections of these Specifications.

C. Generally: submit for approval, manufacturers' technical literature, shop and construction
drawings and other information required by the Specification, before ordering equipment or
materials and before executing any related work on site.

D. Technical literature is to include detailed manufacturers' specifications and original catalogues

or catalogue cuts, characteristics, model number, application and operating criteria of all
equipment and materials, together with other information necessary to satisfy the Engineer that
proposed equipment and systems are suitable and adequate.

E Coordination Study: submit for approval a short circuit and protection coordination study for the MV
and LV distribution equipment of the project including setting of all protective relays and circuit
breakers.

F. Shop and construction drawings are to demonstrate to the Engineer that the design requirements
are understood by indicating all equipment and material proposed to be supplied and installed
and by detailing fabrication and installation methods proposed to be used. Shop and
construction drawings are to clearly state the name and location of the work, the names of the
Engineer and Contractor, submission date, cross-references to the Drawings and Specification
and the specific reference number, location, service and function of each item. Submit newly
prepared information drawn accurately to scale. Highlight, encircle, or otherwise indicate
deviations from the Contract Documents. Do not reproduce Contract Documents or copy
standard information as the basis of Shop Drawings. Standard information prepared without
specific reference to the Project will be rejected.

G Shop and construction drawings are to be submitted as a scale of 1:50 for general layout plans, and
1:10, or 1:20 as approved by the Engineer for sections, details, elevations, congested layouts,
etc. Drawings shall include but not be limited to the following:

1. Shop drawings shall be prepared electronically editable on Autocad similar to the edition
of the original drawing and not less than R20. Layers, sizes and all other drawing
requirements shall be followed as per instructions of the Architect/Engineer. These shall
be made and presented to suit for the elaboration of composite drawings.

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 2. Details of electrical installations in conjunction with all trades concerned, showing
sleeves and openings for passage through floor structure.
3. Composite construction drawings fully dimensioned, in metric, showing locations of
cables, conduits, shafts, mechanical and electrical equipment rooms ceiling spaces and
all other critical locations.
4. Plans showing equipment layouts including all details pertaining to clearances, access,
sleeves, electrical connections, location and elevation of pipes, ducts, conduits, etc.
5. Plans, sections and elevations of electrical spaces to illustrate compliance with
Standards for allocation of spaces for maintenance, movement, installation, etc.
6. The shop drawings should clearly indicate the materials, equipments details with
accurate dimensions and certified correct and “For Construction” by the manufacturer
before submission. All drawings to be produced in ample time for review and
implementation.
H. List of proposed manufacturers of all equipment and materials, including all items for which
choice of manufacturer is at the discretion of the Contractor, is to be submitted for approval.

I. Test Certificates and Reports: where required by the Specification, submit manufacturer's type
and routine test certificates and reports for equipment and devices. Complete test results are to
be submitted in clearly identified and organized booklets, indicating item of equipment, make,
model, type, date of tests, type of tests, descriptions and procedures.

J. Laboratory Tests: if manufacturer's test certificates are considered unsatisfactory, then

independent laboratory tests are to be carried out on equipment in accordance with the
Specification and the Standards, as required by the Engineer.

K. Spare Parts Schedules: submit with the Tender itemized schedules of spare parts to be
provided, as required by the individual sections of the Specification, and state against each item
the manufacturer's unit price including packaging and delivery to site.

L. Tools and Instruments Schedules: submit with the Tender itemized schedules of tools and
instruments to be provided, as required by the individual sections of the Specification, and state
against each item the manufacturer's unit price including packaging and delivery to site.

M. Labeling Schedule: submit for approval, prior to installation, a schedule of all equipment and
devices to be labeled and the suggested details, lettering, position and fixing methods of each
label indicating its application.

N. Samples: submit samples of all equipment and materials for approval. Major items of equipment
for which samples cannot be submitted are to be demonstrated in existing installations or by
manufacturer's information, test certificates and reports.

1.07 COORDINATION DRAWINGS

A. Prepare coordination drawings in accordance with the general and special conditions of contract
to a scale of 1:50 or larger; detailing major elements, components, and systems of electrical
equipment and materials in relationship with other systems, installations, and building
components. Indicate locations where space is limited for installation and access and where
sequencing and coordination of installations are of importance to the efficient flow of the Work,
including (but not necessarily limited to) the following:

1. Proposed locations of major raceway systems, equipment, and materials. Include the
following:

a. Clearances for servicing equipment, including space for equipment

disassembly required for periodic maintenance.
b. Exterior wall and foundation penetrations.
c. Fire-rated wall and floor penetrations.
d. Equipment connections and support details.
e. Sizes and location of required concrete pads and bases.

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 2. Scheduling, sequencing, movement, and positioning of large equipment into the building
during construction.
3. Floor plans, elevations, and details to indicate penetrations in floors, walls, and ceilings
and their relationship to other penetrations and installations.
4. Reflected ceiling plans to coordinate and integrate installations, air outlets and inlets,
light fixtures, communications systems components, and other ceiling-mounted devices.

1.08 RECORD DOCUMENT

A. Prepare record documents in accordance with the requirements in the general and special conditions
of contract . In addition to the requirements specified in Division 1, indicate installed conditions for:

1. Major raceway systems, size and location, for both exterior and interior; locations of control
devices; distribution and branch electrical circuitry; and fuse and circuit breaker size and arrangements.
Equipment locations (exposed and concealed), dimensioned from prominent building lines.
2. Approved substitutions, Contract Modifications, and actual equipment and materials installed.

1.09 MAINTENANCE MANUALS

A. Prepare maintenance manuals in accordance with the general and special conditions of contract
Section . In addition to the requirements specified in the general and special conditions of
contract, include the following information for equipment items:

1. Description of function, normal operating characteristics and limitations, performance

curves, engineering data and tests, and complete nomenclature and commercial
numbers of replacement parts.
2. Manufacturer's printed operating procedures to include start-up, break-in, and routine
and normal operating instructions; regulation, control, stopping, shutdown, and
emergency instructions; and summer and winter operating instructions.
3. Maintenance procedures for routine preventative maintenance and troubleshooting;
disassembly, repair, and reassembly; aligning and adjusting instructions.
4. Servicing instructions and lubrication charts and schedules.

1.10 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING

A. Deliver products to the project properly identified with names, model numbers, types, grades,
compliance labels, and other information needed for identification.

Deliver products in manufacturer's packing means for type of delivery, well protected during
handling and storing.

1.11 SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT

CONSTRUCTION: electronic components of communication systems, security systems and special

systems and electronic components forming part of the power generation and distribution system are to
be solid-state integrated construction, unless otherwise approved.

TEMPERATURE LIMITS: manufacturer is to indicate maximum and minimum ambient temperatures

acceptable for the equipment to operate continuously and normally and beyond which electronic
components may suffer permanent damage.

ALTERNATIVE ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT may be submitted for approval, provided such equipment
meets or exceeds the functional capabilities and/or performance parameters of the equipment
specified. Proposals for alternative equipment will be considered only if accompanied by the following
information:

1. List of operational characteristics and performance parameters.

2. List of differences in operation and performance between proposed and specified
quipment.

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 3. List of changes required and resulting implications.
4. Drawings indicating changes required to system wiring.
5. Statement of advantages of proposed equipment over that specified.

PROTECTION: solid state equipment under normal conditions of operation is to withstand any surges
which might be produced by sudden mains or standby power switching operations. Protective devices
are to be provided to protect against surges, failure of output stages due to open circuit, short-circuit or
impedance mis-match. In the absence of IEC or BS standards comply with IEEE standard 472
(ANSI/IEEE C37.90 "Guide for Surge Withstand Capability Tests". System/equipment which may be
adversely affected by short duration power blackouts shall be capable of riding through such a
disturbance by having an internal battery back-up to the memory / microprocessor, etc.

INDICATOR LIGHTS shall be Light Emitting Diodes (LEDs).

ELECTROMAGNETIC RELAYS and control/small power transformers are to be designed to withstand

the 500 V a.c. test voltage between winding and winding or winding and core.

DUST COVERS, easily removable for inspection and servicing, are to be provided for all relays and
sensitive elements.

OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT, electronic or other, is to be designed for maximum ambient temperature or

direct sun and is to be protected/enclosed, as applicable, against dust and weather conditions.

EXTERNAL INTERFERENCE: carry out field investigations and tests to determine possible interference
from outside sources. Design electronic equipment to ensure trouble-free operation.

SEGREGATION OF WIRING: design wiring so that low current circuits are segregated from power
wiring, using different conduits and wire ways for the purpose. Composite wiring is
acceptable for the same system in accordance with the relevant codes. Cable insulation is to be same
grade for all conductors in a common enclosure.

POWER SUPPLY UNITS for low current systems which are fed from the LV supply are to be
independently fused on the live conductor and are to have front panel mains indicator light, on/off switch
and standard cartridge type fuse holder. Blown fuse indicator lamp is to be provided when fuse does not
have an indicator.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS (Not Applicable)

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 ROUGH-IN

A. Verify final locations for rough-ins with field measurements and with the requirements of the
actual equipment to be connected.

B. Refer to equipment specifications in Divisions 2 through 16 for rough-in requirements.

3.02 ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS

A. General: Sequence, coordinate, and integrate the various elements of electrical systems,
materials, and equipment. Comply with the following requirements:

1. Coordinate electrical systems, equipment, and materials installation with other building
components.
2. Verify all dimensions by field measurements.
3. Arrange for chases, slots, and openings in other building components during progress of
construction, to allow for electrical installations.

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 4. Coordinate the installation of required supporting devices and sleeves to be set in
poured-in-place concrete and other structural components, as they are constructed.
5. Sequence, coordinate, and integrate installations of electrical materials and equipment
for efficient flow of the Work. Give particular attention to large equipment requiring
positioning prior to closing in the building.
B. Where mounting heights are not detailed or dimensioned, install systems, materials, and
equipment to provide the maximum headroom possible.

C. Coordinate connection of electrical systems with exterior underground and overhead utilities
and services. Comply with requirements of governing regulations, franchised service
companies, and controlling agencies. Provide required connection for each service.

D. Install systems, materials, and equipment to conform with approved submittal data, including
coordination drawings, to greatest extent possible. Conform to arrangements indicated by the
Contract Documents, recognizing that portions of the Work are shown only in diagrammatic
form. Where coordination requirements conflict with individual system requirements, refer
conflict to the Engineer.
E. Install systems, materials, and equipment level and plumb, parallel and perpendicular to other
building systems and components, where installed exposed in finished spaces.

F. Install electrical equipment to facilitate servicing, maintenance, and repair or replacement of

equipment components. As much as practical, connect equipment for ease of disconnecting,
with minimum of interference with other installations.

G. Install systems, materials, and equipment giving right-of way priority to systems required to be
installed at a specified slope.

3.04 TESTS ON SITE

A. Generally: carry out inspection and acceptance tests on site on each complete system, before
final placement into service, in accordance with the Regulations and Standards, as described in
the Specification and required by the Engineer.

B. Test schedules and procedures are to be submitted for approval and are to include details of
testing equipment to be provided.
C. Witnessing: inspection and acceptance tests are to be carried out in the presence of the
Engineer and, when required, by an authorized representative of the Local Power Authority.

D. Visual Inspection: visually check proper installation, connections and nameplate data before
testing.

E. Insulation Resistance: test the feeders, lighting and power circuits, motors and other power
equipment of low voltage installations with a megger of not less than 500 V d.c. for installations
rated up to 500 V (r.m.s. value of a.c. supply) and 1000 V d.c. for installations rated above 500
V up to 1000 V, and as required by the particular Section of the
Specification.

F. Insulation Resistance: unless otherwise specified or approved, test the circuit insulation
resistance related to communications and security systems with a megger of not less than 500
V operating voltage, with equipment disconnected.

G. Continuity: test all feeders and circuits for continuity.

H. Operational Tests: carry out operational tests on all equipment and complete systems to verify
proper performance in compliance with the Specification. Tests are to be carried out under
normal operating conditions for not less than 3 days, and as reasonably required by the
Engineer.

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I. Specific Tests: carry out specific tests required by the Specification and any other tests required
by the Engineer to verify compliance of the installations with the Specification.

3.05 RECORDS

A. Generally: not later than the date of substantial completion, provide the Engineer with four
copies of all approved as-installed drawings, test records, manufacturers' guarantees and
warranties, operating and maintenance manuals and other records required by the
Specification.
B. Presentation of records is to be in A4 size plastic covered, loose-leaf ring binders or other
approved binders with hard covers, each indexed, divided and appropriately cover titled.
Drawings larger than A4 size are to be folded in the binders so that they may be unfolded
without being detached.

C. As-installed drawings are to contain the complete assembled information included on the
construction drawings, prepared in the same manner, and up-dated to indicate the systems,
labelling, referencing, mounting methods, routing etc. as installed. Submit complete drawings for
approval. Provide the Engineer with two sets of soft copy in addition to the four copies required.
D. Test records are to include test certificates of type tests, routine tests, site tests, commissioning
and performance tests and all other tests on equipment and installations described in the
Specification and required by the Engineer. Information is to include test procedures and
results, conditions under which tests were carried out including set points, temperatures and the
like, dates, location and attendance by authorized representatives etc.

E. Operating and maintenance manuals are to contain the following:

1. technical description of each system and item of equipment installed, written to

ensure that the Client’s staff fully understand the scope and facilities provided
2. diagrammatic drawings of each system indicating principle components and
items of equipment
3. schedules (system by system) of equipment installed giving manufacturer,
catalogue list numbers, model, rating, capacity and operating characteristics;
each item is to have a unique code and number, cross- referenced to the
diagrammatic drawings and layout drawings
4. name, address, telephone, telex and fax numbers of the manufacturer of every
item of equipment
5. name, address, telephone and telex numbers of equipment
agents/representatives for emergency services and procedures
6. manufacturer's service manual for each major item of equipment, assembled
specifically for the project, including detailed drawings, illustrations, circuit
details, operating and maintenance instructions, modes of operation, control
provisions, sequences and interlocks and preventative maintenance program
7. schedules of all fixed and variable equipment settings established during
commissioning
8. procedures for fault finding, where applicable
9. manufacturers' lists of recommended spare parts for items subject to wear and
deterioration, giving expected running period and indicating specifically those
items, which may involve extended deliveries.

F. Operating and Maintenance Manuals: prepare two temporary copies with provisional record
drawings and preliminary performance data and make available at time of testing and
commencement of commissioning to enable the Client’s staff to familiarize themselves with the
installations. Temporary copies are to be in the same format as the final manuals with
temporary insertions for items which cannot be finalized until installations are commissioned
and performance tested.

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3.06 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE TRAINING

A. Before the date of substantial completion, explain and demonstrate to the owner maintenance
staff the purpose, function and operation of the installations including all items and procedures
listed in the operating and maintenance manuals. Include for not less than training period
specified in the following individual sections.

3.07 MAINTENANCE CONTRACTS

A. Where required by the Specification, submit supplementary proposals for annual maintenance
contracts. The proposals are to:

1. include for maintaining the installations in efficient working order including routine and
emergency service checks, adjustments, lubrication and the supply and replacement of
damaged parts etc.
2. set out the terms of the offer, the work to be carried out, the guarantees of performance
and the price of the work or part thereof for the first twelve months after substantial
completion.

The proposals will not be considered as part of the Tender.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 16110: RACEWAYS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Special Conditions of
contract, apply to this Section.

1.02 SUMMARY:

A. This Section includes raceways for electrical wiring. Types of raceways in this section include
the following:

Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC)

Galvanized electrical metric tubing (EMT)
Flexible steel conduit.
Rigid heavy gauge PVC conduit.
Flexible PVC conduit.
Wiring and cable trunking.

1.03 SUBMITTALS:

A. General: Submit the following in accordance with the General and Special Conditions of
Contract.

B. Product Data: manufacturer's catalogues for each type of raceway specified.

C. Samples: 15 cm long sample of each type and size of surface raceway with required finish.

D. Installation Instructions: manufacturer's written installation instructions for wire way , surface
raceway, and non metallic raceway products.

E. Shop Drawings: submit dimensioned drawings of raceway systems showing layout of raceways
and fittings, spatial relationships to associated equipment, and adjoining raceways, if any.
Show connections to electrical power panels and feeders. Provide the following:
1. exact routing of conduits, trunking etc. with indication of boxes, accessories and
expansion joints, size and type of conduits and boxes.
2. typical assembly details of installation of trunking, trays etc.
3. construction details of pull boxes

4. typical installation details including connection of conduits to metal enclosure,

connection of flexible conduits, weatherproof installations outdoors etc. and earthing
connections.

F. Maintenance Data: submit maintenance data and parts lists for each type of raceway system
installed, including furnished specialities and accessories. Include this data, product data, and
shop drawings in maintenance manual; in accordance with requirements of the general and
special conditions of contract.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Manufacturers: firms regularly engaged in manufacture of raceway systems of types and sizes
required, whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar service for not less than 5
years.

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B. Codes and Standards:

1. Codes and Standards: comply with local national code, Standards and Regulations
having jurisdiction in host country or as recommended by the Authority for the project
2. IEC Compliance: comply with applicable IEC requirements pertaining to raceways
where not in contradiction with above.
3. BS Compliance: comply with applicable requirements of BS specifications pertaining to
construction of raceway systems unless otherwise specified/approved.

1.05 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING:

A. Coordinate with other work, including metal and concrete deck installations, as necessary to
interface installation of electrical raceways and components with other Work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS:

A. Available Manufacturers: subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering

products that may be incorporated in the Work include, but are not limited to, the following:

Baraton (England)
Allied (USA)
Matsushita (Japan)
Marshall - Tufflex (England)
Decoduct
(UAE/England)

2.02 STEEL CONDUIT AND TUBING:

A. General: provide steel conduit and fittings of types, and sizes as required for each service
indicated. Provide proper selection to fulfil wiring requirements in compliance with applicable
portions of Codes and Standards for raceways and the applicable Regulations.

B. Intermediate Metal Conduit (IMC): rigid high grade mild strip welded street, hot dip galvanised
over the entire length including factory made threads after cutting, with organic corrosion
resistant polymer inside coating, to UL 1242 and ANSI C 80.6, complete with factory made
bends where site bending is not possible, factory made and threaded fittings and connectors
and terminations with rigid coupling, concrete tight where required, and with red lead coated
threads where site cut.

C. Electrical Metalic tubing (EMT): rigid high grade mild strip steel hot dip galvanised over the
entire length with organic corrosion resistant polymer inside coating to UL 797 and ANSI C
80.3, complete with factory made bends where site bending is not possible and joints
terminations made with steel couplers and set screw type steel connectors with insulated
throats, concrete tight where required in concrete slab installations.

D. Flexible Steel Conduit: cold rolled and annealed, non-threaded type, formed from continuous
length of helically wound and interlocked strip steel, with fused zinc coating on inside and
outside, and to BS 731.

1. Fittings Generally: thread less, hinged clamp type, galvanized or cadmium plated
malleable cast iron. Fittings used in corrosive atmospheres are to be specially treated.

2. Straight Connectors: one piece body, female and having hinged clamp and deep
slotted machine screws for securing to conduit, male and having thread and locknut.

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 3. Angle connectors: 45 or 90 degrees terminal connectors as specified for straight
connectors, except that body is to be two-piece with removable upper section.

E. Steel Conduit Accessories

1. Sleeves Through Outside Walls: cast iron, with end and intermediate integral flanges,
and internal diameter larger than diameter of through-conduit. Length is to correspond
to wall thickness. Space between sleeve and conduit is to be packed with oakum to
within 50 mm of both faces of wall, remainder of sleeve packed with plastic compound
or lead, held in place by heavy escutcheon plates bolted at both ends to flanged ends
of sleeve.

2. Supports and Hangers: galvanized malleable cast iron straps or structural steel
sections with hot dip galvanized bolts and nuts. Refer to Section "Supporting Devices"
for other requirements.

3. Expansion Joint for Embedded Steel Conduits: watertight, flexible conduit with end
fittings to receive fixed conduits. Length is to allow movement within range of joint and
is not to be less than 20 times diameter of conduit. Conduit is to be covered with thick
rubber tubing with 5 mm minimum gap all around tube. Bonding jumper with earth
clamp is to be electrically connected both sides of joint.

4. Expansion Joint for Exposed Steel Conduits: sleeve with fittings to permit telescoping
of one conduit into sleeve. Movable conduit is to be fitted with water-tight bushing. Joint
is to be weatherproof, of galvanized malleable iron or steel. Bonding jumper with earth
clamp is to electrically connect both sides of joint.

2.03 PVC CONDUIT:

A. General: provide PVC conduit and fittings of types and sizes indicated for each service .Where
types and sizes are not indicated, provide proper selection to fulfill wiring requirements, which
comply with provisions of applicable codes and standards.

B. Rigid Heavy Gauge PVC Conduit: rigid polyvinyl chloride with high impact and high
temperature resistance, flame retardant, non-hygroscopic and non-porous, conforming to IEC
423, 614-1 and 614-2, BS 4607 and BS 6099, DIN 49026 or other equal and approved
standards .

1. Fittings Generally: unbreakable, non-inflammable, self extinguishing, heavy moulded

plastic. Expansion couplings are to be telescoping double tube type, with at least two
inner water-tight neoprene rings.

2. Assembly: conduits, boxes and accessories, are to be assembled by cementing, using

manufacturer's recommended products and appropriate connectors or spouts. Where
no spouts are available use smooth bore male PVC bushes and sockets.

C. Flexible PVC Conduit: flame retardant, heat resistant, non-hygroscopic PVC, high
resistance to impact, ribbed on circumference for flexibility.

D. Under Ground Rigid Heavy Gauge UPVC Ducts: rigid unplasticized polyvinyl chloride to BS
3506, class B where embedded in concrete duct banks and Class C where directly buried in
ground.

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2.04 WIRING AND CABLE TRUNKING:

A. General: wiring and cable trunking is to include wire way base, clip-on covers, couplings, end
plates, wall flanges, panel to trunking rubber grommets, elbows, tees, adapter plates and
necessary hangers, supports and accessories. Sizes shall be as required to accommodate
number of conductors permitted by the applicable standards and/or as shown on the Drawings.

B. Steel Trunking: construct steel trunking to BS 4678 Part 1, galvanized sheet steel, minimum
1.5 mm thick, protected internally and externally with corrosion resistant finish such as zinc or
cadmium with top coat of enamel.

PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.01 INSPECTION:

A. Examine areas and conditions under which raceways are to be installed, and substrate which
will support raceways. Do not proceed with work until unsatisfactory conditions have been
corrected in manner acceptable to Engineer.

3.02 INSTALLATION OF RACEWAYS:

A. General: install raceways as indicated and shown on construction/shop drawings, in

accordance with manufacturer's written installation instructions where applicable and in
compliance with applicable Code, Regulations and Standards. Install plumb and level, and
maintain required clearances.

B. Co-ordinate With Other Work: including wires/cables, boxes, and panel work, as necessary to
interface installation of electrical raceways and components with other work.

C. Use: unless otherwise specifically indicated all lighting and power circuits, communications,
signal and low current systems wiring are to be drawn inside conduits or wire ways up to the
various electric power consuming equipment as shown on the Drawings. Separate conduit and
wire way installations are to be used for power cables, normal lighting and power circuits,
telephone, other communication, signal and low current systems wiring.

D. Boxes: junction, pull and splice boxes of ample capacity are to be provided as indicated or
required. Boxes are to remain permanently accessible.

E. Tools and accessories for forming and installing conduit and wire way systems are to be
purpose made for the particular application and used in accordance with manufacturers'
instructions.

F. Fixing: conduits and wire way installations are to be concealed as much as possible.

G. Sizes of conduits and wire ways , not shown on the Drawings, are to be selected in
accordance with the Regulations and in relation to the number and size of conductors.
Minimum size of conduit for all applications is to be 20 mm diameter, unless otherwise shown
on the Drawings.

3.03 INSTALLATION OF CONDUITS:

A. General: install concealed conduits in new construction work, in walls, under floor, in slabs, or
above hung ceilings. Follow indications on drawings

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1. Mechanically Fasten: conduits and wire ways are to be effectively joined together and
connected to electrical boxes, fittings and cabinets to provide firm mechanical
assembly. Earthing jumpers are to be installed on steel conduits where required to
ensure effective electrical continuity irrespective of whether a separate protective earth
conductor is required or not.
2. Avoid use of dissimilar metals throughout system to eliminate possibility of electrolysis.
Where dissimilar metals are in contact, coat surfaces with corrosion

inhibiting compound before assembling and use earth bonding jumper for electrical
continuity.
3. Install miscellaneous fittings such as reducers, chase nipples, 3-piece unions, split
couplings, and plugs that have been specifically designed and manufactured for their
particular application. Install expansion fittings in straight runs of raceways every 30
meters, or wherever structural expansion joints are crossed.
4. Set conduit and boxes for connection to units only after receiving final approved
drawings with dimensions and after checking location with other trades.
5. Provide 2mm diameter galvanised pull wire fastened by wood blocks or threaded iron
plugs at ends in all empty conduits. Test Conduits installed, but left empty, with ball
mandrel. Clear or replace any conduit, which rejects ball mandrel. Restore conduit and
surrounding surfaces to original condition.
6. Sleeves: obtain approval for positioning sleeves where conduits pass through
reinforced concrete. Additional openings may be allowed in finished slabs but are to be
drilled and not broken. Fix sleeves rigidly to maintain position and alignment during
construction work.
7. Waterproof Construction: conduits are not to cross waterproof construction unless
permitted by the Engineer. Specially designed and approved fittings are to be used.
8. Make good all holes for conduit sleeves passing through walls, floors and ceilings with
fire-resisting cement or approved material to full thickness.
9. Bends: conduit runs between outlet and outlet, fitting and fitting or outlet and fitting are
not to contain more than the equivalent of 2 quarter bends (180 degree total).
10. Draining: arrange conduits so that condensed moisture can drain to screwed plug at
lowest point.
11. Conduit and fittings installed outdoors are to be watertight and highly resistant to
corrosion. Use appropriate fittings, threaded and Hubbell boxes, gaskets with screw on
covers and the like.
12. Standard elbows are to be used for conduit sizes over 40 mm. For smaller sizes, field
bends may be used provided no damage occurs to conduit.
13. Tags: fit to conduits entering or leaving floors, walls or ceilings for identification of
conduit and circuits. Tags are also to be placed at suitable intervals throughout the
system. Refer to Section "Identification".
14. Damage to protective coating of conduits is to be repaired to original degree of
protection.
15. Outdoor Mounted Steel Conduit: apply anti-corrosion coating of zinc-chromate based
paint and two weather resistant finish coats of enamel, of approved colour, or other
equal and approved coating.
16. Cut conduits straight, properly ream, and cut threads for heavy wall conduit deep and
clean.
17. Field-bend conduit with benders designed for purpose so as not to distort nor vary
internal diameter.
18. Fasten conduit terminations to boxes or enclosures by appropriate methods and
terminate with bushing where conduits do not terminate in hubs.
19. Conduits are not to cross pipe shafts, or ventilating duct and openings.
20. Keep conduits a minimum distance of 150 mm from parallel runs of flues, hot water
pipes or other sources of heat. Wherever possible, install horizontal raceway runs
above water and steam piping.

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 22. Use of running threads at conduit joints and terminations is prohibited. Where required,
use 3-piece union or split coupling.
23. Complete installation of electrical raceway system, including boxes, enclosures etc.,
before starting installation of cables/wires within raceway system. Cap empty conduits
until wiring is in progress, using standard manufacturer's fittings.
24. Space occupation factor in conduits shall never exceed Code/Regulations
requirements except if approved under special cases.

B. Conduit Application: Provide intermediate metal conduit (IMC), electrical metallic tubing (EMT),
heavy gauge PVC conduit o r other types of conduit in accordance with the
following:-
Use IMC conduit for all exposed installations in mechanical equipment, generator rooms
(except exposed lighting & small power circuit conduits in these rooms which are to be EMT
type), for all exposed outdoor installations, for all feeder/sub feeder runs in non-accessible
false ceiling areas, for fountain installations according to NEC, for embedded and exposed
installations in areas as shown on the Drawings or specified elsewhere.

Use EMT for all exposed installations in shafts, electrical equipment rooms, environmental air
ducts or plenums or false ceiling areas where used as air plenums, for all exposed or above
false ceiling installations of kitchen, laundry as shown on the Drawings or specified elsewhere.

Use flexible conduit, metallic or non-metallic consistent with respective fixed conduit
installation, in movable partitions and from outlet boxes to recessed lighting fixtures over
suspended/false ceilings ,and final minimum length of connection to motors, or control items
subject to movement or vibration, and through cellular precast concrete panels

Use liquid-tight flexible steel conduit where subjected to one or more of the following
conditions:
- Exterior location.
- Moist or humid atmosphere where condensate can be expected to accumulate.
- Corrosive atmosphere.
- Subjected to water spray or dripping oil, water or grease.

Use rigid heavy gauge PVC conduit for embedded (in wall or slab), under-floor, concealed (in
dry walls) and above false ceiling installations ( if not used as plenum) for lighting, power
circuits and low current & communication circuits, unless otherwise indicated or specified.

Use rigid heavy gauge PVC conduit for above suspended/false ceiling installations - when not
used as environmental air plenum for lighting, power and low current and communication
circuits unless otherwise indicated or specified.

C. Underground Ducts: Use heavy gauge UPVC or ducts. Draw up coupling and conduit
sufficiently tight to ensure water tightness. Use manufacturer's recommended cement and
procedures.

For underground installations, unless otherwise indicated on the drawings install ducts at a
minimum of 800mm below finished grade for low voltage services. Use appropriate standard
plastic spacers- for proper spacing of ducts.

End of ducts in cable manholes or hand holes walls are to be neatly cut and reamed and
terminated with appropriate bell-mouth bushing in concrete wall or set behind chamfered
precast concrete duct and blocks.

Ends of ducts, whether active or spare, at entry into building or manhole are to be completely
sealed with approved plug and sealing material to prevent entry of rodents, gas, water, and

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 Provide 3 mm galvanised steel wire inside empty ducts, for future pulling of cables, extended 1
m beyond duct banks at both ends and securely fixed to the sealing plugs of the ducts. Provide
1% slope to duct banks for draining to exterior manhole, hand hole or other location as
instructed.

D. Conduits in Concrete Slabs:

1. Place conduits in middle third of slab thickness where practical, between bottom
reinforcing steel and top reinforcing steel, leaving at least 25 mm concrete cover.

2. Place conduits either parallel, or at right angles, to main reinforcing steel and fasten to
reinforcing steel by positive wire fasteners at the proper distance from the concrete
face. Place conduits larger than 25 mm parallel with or at right angles to reinforcement,
closest possible to slab supports.

3. Separate conduits by not less than one diameter of the larger conduit of two parallel
conduits in a group, to ensure proper concrete bond.

4. Conduits crossing in slab must be reviewed for proper cover by the Engineer.

5. Embedded conduit diameter is not to exceed 1/3 of slab thickness. Special cases shall
be reviewed by the Engineer.

6. Bends of embedded conduits into partitions and stub-ups shall rise a minimum of
100mm above finished floor. Stub-ups shall be galvanized rigid steel. Arrange so that
the curved portion of bends is not visible above finished slab. Protect all stubs against
damage.

7. Stub-up Connections: extend conduits through concrete floor for connection to

free-standing equipment with an adjustable top or coupling threaded inside for plugs
and set flush with finished floor. Extend conductors to equipment with IMC steel
conduit. Flexible metal conduit may be used 100 mm above the floor. Where equipment
connections are not made under this contract install screwdriver-operated threaded
flush plugs, flush with floor.

E. Install conduits so as not to damage or run through structural members. Avoid

horizontal or cross runs in building partitions or side walls.

F. Exposed Conduits:

1. Install exposed conduits and extensions from concealed conduit systems neatly, parallel with, or
at right angles to nearby surfaces or structural members and follow the surface contours as
much as practicable.

2. Install exposed conduit work so as not to interfere with ceiling inserts, lights or ventilation ducts
or outlets.

3. Support exposed conduits by use of galvanized wall brackets, ceiling trapeze or pipe strap
hangers. Support conduits on each side of bends and on linear spacing not to exceed 1.50m.
Refer to Section "Supporting Devices".

4. Run conduits exposed for outlets on waterproof walls . Set anchors for supporting conduit on
waterproof wall in waterproof cement.

5. Above requirements for exposed conduits also apply to conduits installed in space above hung
ceilings.

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G. Heavy Gauge PVC Conduits:

1. Make cemented joints in accordance with recommendations of manufacturer. Use

manufacturers standard fittings, couplings, bends, erminations and cementing compound.

2. Install PVC conduits in accordance with approved applicable standards and methods.

H. Steel Conduit Fittings:

1. Fit ridged lockouts inside and outside of surface of metal enclosure to which conduit is fixed for
proper fastening.

2. Bushings for terminating conduits smaller than 32mm are to have flared bottom and ribbed
sides, with smooth upper edges to prevent injury to cable insulation.

3. Install insulated type bushings for terminating conduits 32mm and larger. Bushings are to have
flared bottom and ribbed sides, upper edge to have phenolic insulating ring moulded into
bushing.

4. Bushing of standard or insulated type to have screw type grounding terminal.

5. Miscellaneous fittings such as reducers, chase nipples, 3-piece unions, split couplings, and
plugs to be specifically designed for their particular application.

3.04 INSTALLATION OF RACEWAYS AND WIREWAYS, OTHER THAN CONDUITS:

A. General: mechanically assemble metal enclosures, and raceways for conductors to form
continuous electrical conductor, and connect to electrical boxes, fittings and cabinets as to
provide effective electrical continuity and rigid mechanical assembly.

B. Avoid use of dissimilar metals throughout systemto eliminate possibility of electrolysis. Where
dissimilar metals are in contact, coat all surfaces with corrosion inhibiting compound before
assembling.

C. Install expansion fittings in all raceways wherever structural expansion joints are crossed.

D. Make changes in direction of raceway run with purpose made fittings, supplied by raceway
manufacturer. No field bends of raceway sections will be permitted.

E. Properly support and anchor raceways for their entire length by structural materials. Raceways
are not to span any space unsupported.

F. Use boxes as supplied by raceway manufacturer wherever junction, pull or device boxes are
required. Standard electrical "handy" boxes, etc. shall not be permitted for use with surface
raceway installations.

END OF SECTION

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CABLE TRAYS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Special Conditions of Contract,
apply to this Section.

1.02 SUMMARY:

A. This section includes metallic cable trays. Types of cable trays in this section include the following:

1. Ventilated (perforated) bottom.

2. Ladder.

B. Cable tray support devices are specified here and in Division 16 Section "Supporting Devices".

1.03 SUBMITTALS:

A. General: submit the following in accordance with Conditions of Contract and Division 1 Specification
Sections:

1. Product Data: manufacturer' catalogues and data for cable tray products and accessories.
2. Shop Drawings: layout floor plans and elevations showing cable tray system. Designate
components and accessories including clamps, brackets, hanger rods, splice plates connectors,
expansion joint assemblies, straight lengths, and fittings. Show accurately scaled components
and spatial relationships to adjacent equipment. Show tray types, dimensions, and finishes.
3. Factory Test Reports: certified copies of factory test reports performed in conformance with
Standard approved on cable trays of types and size specified for this project.
4. Field Test Reports: in compliance with "Field Quality Control" Article of this section.
5. Maintenance data for inclusion in "Operating and maintenance Manual".

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Manufacturers: firms regularly engaged in manufacture of cable trays and fittings of types and capacities
required, whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar service for not less than 5 years.
B. Single-Source Responsibility: all cable tray components shall be the product of a single manufacturer.
C. Coordination Drawings: include cable tray systems in coordination drawings.

D. B.S. Compliance: comply with EN ISO 1449, Part 1: 1991 or equivalent for sheet steel and EN ISO
1461:1999 for galvanizing.

1.05 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING:

A. Deliver cable tray systems and accessories packaged in factory-fabricated fiberboard type containers.

B. Handle cable tray systems and components carefully to avoid breakage, denting and scoring finishes. Do
not install damaged equipment; replace and return damaged units to manufacturer.

C. Store cable trays and accessories in original cartons and in clean dry space; protect from
weather and construction traffic.

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PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS:

A. Available Manufacturers: subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering products that
may be incorporated in the Work include but are not limited to the following:

1. Mono-Systems, Inc. (U.S.A.)

2. Niedax (Germany)
3. Swifts (U.K.)
4. Wibe (Sweden)
5. EGYLUX (Egypt)
6. EL-NOZOM (Egypt)

2.02 CABLE TRAYS, GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:

A. Cable tray systems are to be of indicated types, sizes, and standard classes and shall be complete with
manufacturer's recommended covers, barrier strips, dropouts, fittings, conduit adaptors, hold-down
devices, grommets, and blind ends as required and indicated.

B. Cable tray products shall have rounded edges and smooth surfaces.

Perforated type trays are to be heavy duty, heavy gauge perforated sheet steel, hot-dip galvanised after
manufacture, minimum 1.5 mm thick, with sides not less than 45 mm deep, and as shown on drawings.
Fitting are to be same material as tray. Covers, where shown on the drawings, are to be minimum 1.0
mm thick galvanised sheet steel, Snap-On type, forming a rigid assembly with the tray.
D. Except as otherwise indicated, provide metal cable trays, with splice plates, bolts, nuts and washers for
connecting units; capable of supporting concentrated loads of 90 kg at any point, over and above full
cable load.

E. Provide cable tray covers, where indicated; construct of metals and finishes which mate and match cable
trays.

F. Provide cable tray supports and connectors, including bonding jumpers, as indicated and as
recommended by cable tray manufacturer.

G. Steel Galvanizing: is to be in accordance with EN ISO 1461 applied after fabrication, with a local coat
thickness of 45 um and mean coat thickness of 55 nm.

H. Sizes: trays are to be standard metric sizes, 300, 600 and 900 mm wide, and at least 2,44 m (8 ft.) length
of section. Size of tray is to be determined by number and sizes of cables in accordance with the
Regulations and/or as shown on the Drawings. Tray is to have strength and rigidity to provide support
for cables contained within. Deflection between supports is not to exceed 1/350 under full loading
capacity.

I. Earthing Connector: for plastic coated trays, provide earthing connector on each coupling between
adjacent sections.

2.03 MATERIALS AND FINISHES:

A. Cable Trays, Fittings, and Accessories: steel, hot-dipped galvanized after fabrication.

2.04 CABLE TRAY ACCESSORIES:

A. Covers: ventilated-hat type, of same materials and finishes as cable trays.

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2.05 SUPPORTS AND CONNECTORS:

A. Cable tray supports and connectors, including bonding jumpers shall be as recommended by cable tray
manufacturer.

B. Bolts and screws shall be cadmium plated or electrolytically galvanized.

2.06 FASTENERS FOR SUPPORTS:

A. Fasteners to connect cable tray supports to the building structure shall be as follows:

B. Expansion Anchors: carbon steel wedge or sleeve type.

C. Toggle Bolts: all steel springhead type.

D. Powder-Driven Threaded Studs: heat-treated steel, designed specifically for the intended service.

2.07 FIRE STOPPING:

A. General: materials shall be approved for fire ratings consistent with penetrated barriers.

B. General: materials shall be labeled by Manufacturer for fire ratings consistent with penetrated barriers.

C. Sleeves: galvanized steel pipe sleeves. Sizes as indicated or minimum required size for cable or cable
group to be installed. Provide details.

D. Sealing Fittings: Suitable for sealing cables in sleeves or core drilled holes.

2.08 WARNING SIGNS:

A. Lettering: 37.5 mm (1-1/2-inch) high, black on yellow background with legend "WARNING! NOT TO BE
USED AS WALKWAY, LADDER, OR SUPPORT FOR LADDERS OR PERSONNEL".

B. Materials and Fastening: conform to Section "Electrical Identification".

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 INSTALLATION OF CABLE TRAY SYSTEMS:

A. Install cable trays in accordance with equipment manufacturer's written instructions.

B. Remove burrs and sharp edges of cable trays.

C. Conform to manufacturer's recommendations for selection and installation of supports.

D. Strength of each support including fastenings to the structure shall be adequate to carry present and
future load multiplied by a safety factor of at least four or the calculated load plus 90 kg ( 200 lbs),
whichever is greater. Spacing of supports is not to exceed 1.5 m.

E. Installation of supports shall be in accordance with cable tray manufacturer's written instructions and
recommendations.

F. Flanged fittings fastened to the tray and to the equipment. Support the tray separately. Do not Support at
Connections to Equipment: where cable trays connect to equipment, provide carry the weight of the tray
on the equipment enclosure.

G. Thermal Contraction and Expansion: install expansion connectors in cable tray runs that exceed the
following length:

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 a. Spacing and gap settings for expansion connectors shall not exceed recommendations of
approved applicable standards.

H. Direction Changes: make changes in direction of cable tray with standard cable tray fittings.

I. Locate cable tray above piping except as required for tray accessibility and as otherwise indicated.

J. Fire stopping: where cable trays penetrate fire and smoke barriers including walls, partitions, floors, and
ceilings, install fire-stopping at penetrations after cables are installed.
K. Sleeves For Future Cables: install capped sleeves for future cables through firestopped cable tray
penetrations of fire/smoke barriers.

L. Working Space: install cable trays with sufficient space to permit access for installing cables.

M. Barriers: where cable trays carry conductors of different systems such as power, communication and
data, or different insulation voltage levels, separate cable trays are to be used. In case of absolute
necessity, obtain the Engineer’s approval on installing cables of different systems or voltages on the
same cable tray, use proper insulating barriers to separate the systems’ cables and maintain the proper
spacing between them according to the requirements of the codes and recommendations of the
manufacturers.

3.02 EARTHING:

A. Electrically earth cable trays and ensure continuous electrical conductivity of cable tray system.
Use tray as an equipment earthing conductor for itself only, not for connected equipment.

3.03 WARNING SIGNS:

A. After installation of cable trays is completed, install warning signs, on or in proximity to cable trays, where
easily seen by occupants of space.

3.04 FIELD TESTING:

A. Earthing: test cable trays to ensure electrical continuity of bonding and earthing connections.

B. Anchorage: test pull-out resistance of one of each type, size, and anchorage material for toggle bolts and
powder-driven threaded studs and as requested by the Engineer on site.

1. Furnish equipment, including jacks, jigs, fixtures, and calibrated indicating scales required for
reliable testing. Obtain the Engineer's approval before transmitting loads to the structure. Test to
90 percent of rated proof-load for fastener. If fastening fails test, replace fastener and retest until
satisfactory results are achieved.

3.05 CLEANING AND FINISH REPAIR:

A. Upon completion of installation of cable trays, inspect trays, fittings, and accessories.
Remove burrs, dirt, and construction debris and repair damaged finish including chips,scratches, and
abrasions.

B. Galvanized Finish: repair damage with a zinc-rich paint recommended by the tray
manufacturer.

C. PVC or Paint Finish: repair damage with matching touch-up coating recommended by the
tray manufacturer.

End of Section

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SECTION 16120: LV WIRES AND CABLES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Special Conditions of Contract,
apply to this Section.

1.02 SUMMARY:

A. This section includes wires, cables, and connectors for power, lighting, signal, control and related
systems rated 600 volts and less.

B. Extent of electrical wire and cable work is indicated by drawings and schedules.

C. Types of electrical wire, cable, and connectors specified in this section include the following:

1. Single core copper conductor/cables

2. Multicore copper conductor/cables
3. Fixtures wires.
4. Control and signal cables.

D. Applications of electrical wire, cable, and connectors required for project are as follows:

1. For power distribution circuits.

2. For lighting circuits.
3. For appliance and equipment circuits.
4. For motor-branch circuits.
5. For signal and control circuits where not specifically required otherwise under other sections of
the specification.

1.03 SUBMITTALS:

A. Product Data: submit manufacturer's data on electrical wires, cables and connectors.

B. Field Test Reports: indicating and interpreting test results relative to compliance with performance
equirements of testing standards.

C. Technical Data: submit data for approval including, but not limited to, the following:

constructional details, standards to which cables comply, current carrying capacities, derating factors for
grouping and temperature manufacturer's catalogue cuts dimensional and electrical characteristics
samples of each cable and wire and, if requested by the Engineer, other accessories.

D. Certificate of Origin: for each lot of cable supplied, provide a certificate of origin issued by manufacturer
stating origin, date of manufacture, composition, standards to which it complies and test certificates.

E. Shop and Construction Drawings: submit drawings for approval including, but not limited to,
the following:
1. exact routing layouts, sections and profiles of trays, feeder, sub feeder cables and branch
circuits, with indication of any equipment to show and verify coordination between various trades
2. details of supports and fixings for trays and cables
3. details of connections to switchboards, panel boards etc.

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 4. details of terminations, splices and tappings where permitted, glands and bushings at enclosures
5. number and size of conductors in conduit for all branch circuits in accordance with final conduit
routing.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Regulatory Requirements: comply with provisions of the statutory laws having jurisdiction and local
codes of practice applicable to the job site/host country.

B. Current carrying capacities of conductors have been determined in accordance with the Regulations for
specified type of insulation and expected conditions of installation. No change will be accepted in
specified type of insulation unless warranted by special conditions and approved by the Engineer. Check
various loads and current carrying capacities and report any discrepancies or insufficiency of sizes
indicated to the Engineer.

C. Standards: wires and cables are to comply with IEC, BS or other equally approved standards and are to
bear the mark of identification of the Standards to which they are manufactured. Wires and cables not
having this identification will be rejected.

D. Conform to applicable codes and regulations regarding toxicity of combustion products of insulating
materials.

E. Manufacturers: firms regularly engaged in manufacture of electrical wire and cable products of types and
sizes required, whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar servicefor not less than 5 years.

1.05 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING:

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A. Deliver wire and cable properly packaged in factory-fabricated type containers, wound on factory reels.

B. Store wire and cable in clean dry space in original containers. Protect products from weather, damaging
fumes, construction debris and traffic.

C. Handle wire and cable carefully to avoid abrasing, puncturing and tearing wire and cable insulation and
sheathing. Ensure that dielectric resistance integrity of wires/cables is maintained

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS:

A. Available Manufacturers: subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering products

which may be incorporated in the work include, but are not limited to, the following:

Wire and Cable

BICC (England )
Pirelli (England)
Arab Cables Co. (El-Sewedy) (Egypt)
DUCAB (Dubai)
RIYAD CABLES (KSA)
LIBAN CABLES (Lebanon)

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2.02 WIRES AND CABLES

A. General: unless otherwise specified or shown on the Drawings, cables and other feeders are to have
copper conductors. Cable conductors are to be stranded for sections 2.5 mm2 and above, based on IEC
228 Class 2. Signal and control cables are to have solid conductors unless otherwise specified. Flexible
cords are to have finely stranded conductors. Conductors of single and multi-core cables 25 mm2 and
above are to be compacted. Multi-core cables 35 mm2 and above are to be sectoral shape.

1. Conductor Sizes: are to be metric and as shown on the Drawings. Conductors with
cross-sectional area smaller than specified will not be accepted.
2. Building Wiring Insulation: in the absence of a national code/regulation, insulation is to be colour
coded or otherwise identified as follows :
a. Neutral is to be black
b. Protective earth is to be green or green/yellow striped
c. Phase colours are to be selected in accordance with local regulations and IEC
standards, where not in contradiction with the local regulations.

B. LV Wires:
1. Single Core PVC Insulated Wires: unless otherwise specified, single conductor wires
for wiring in conduit are to have annealed copper conductors, generally with concentric strands
and insulated with flame retardant, moisture and heat resistant PVC/D to IEC 227 (type 1 to BS
6746), suitable for wet locations and for conductor temperature of 70 deg. C. Wires are to be
450/750 V grade.

C. LV Cables:

1. Multi-Core PVC Insulated Cables (0.6/1 kV): to have annealed, copper conductors, insulated ith
PVC/D to IEC 227 (type 1 to BS 6746), flame retardant, moisture and heat resistant, suitable for
wet locations and conductor temperatures of 70 deg. C, laid up, bedded with suitable filler and
sheathed with PVC. Armoured cables are to have single layer of galvanized steel wire armour
with PVC over sheath. Cables are to comply with IEC 502 and IEC 540.

2. Single or Multicore XLPE Insulated Feeder Cables ,LS0H ( low smoke zero halogen) (0.6/1 kV):
single core annealed copper conductors, XLPE insulated, for conductor temperature of 90 deg.
C, laid up and bedded with suitable non-hygroscopic material compatible with the insulation and
LS0H ( low smoke zero halogen) over sheathed, colour black. Armoured cables are to have ingle
layer of galvanized steel wire applied helically over bedding (which may be an integral part of
filling) and over sheathed with LS0H ( low smoke zero halogen), colour black. to IEC 60502.

3. Flexible Cable for Connection to Appliances, Window Fans, Pendants etc.: is to be 300/500 V
grade to BS 6500, three or four core, with tinned finely stranded copper wires, EPR insulated,
twisted and sheathed with chloro sulphonated polyethylene (CSP compound) and with
strengthening cord.

D. Control and Signal Cables

1. Multicore PVC Insulated Control Cables: 0.6/1 kV rating, solid 1.5 mm2, 2.5 mm2 or stranded 4
mm2 plain circular copper conductors, with heat resistive PVC/D to IEC 227 (PVC type 1 to BS
6747), rated for 70 deg. C, of 7, 12, 19, 24, 30 or 37 cores. Cores are to be laid up together and
filled with non-hygroscopic material, PVC over sheathed, to form compact and circular cable for
use in switchgear, control gear and generally for control of power and lightingsystems. Armoured
cable is to have extruded PVC bedding which may be an integral part of the filling, galvanized
steel wire armouring, and over sheath of PVC type ST2 to IEC 502, colour black. Core
identification is to be white printed numbers 1, 2, 3 etc. over black insulation.

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 2. PE Insulated Control and Signal Cables: for use on instrumentation or data systems, are to be
generally 300 V rating, polyethylene insulated, colour coded, tinned copper conductors (0.6 mm
diameter), twisted together into pairs. Multi-pair core assembly is to be covered with binder tape,
spirally wound 0.075 mm bare copper shielding tape and provided with drain wire and overall
PVC sheath.

3. Control and signal cables, enclosed in conduit and raceways with power cables, are to be
insulated for same voltage grade. Cables used for controlling equipment related to the life safety
are to be of the fire resistance type.

E. Connectors (LV Power)

1. Connector - Type A-1: pressure indent type, for terminating or making T-taps and splices on
conductors 10 mm2 and smaller. Connector is to be non-ferrous copper alloy applied to
conductor by mechanical crimping pressure, with vinyl insulating sleeves or phenolic insulating
covers.

2. Connector - Type A-2: bolted pressure split type for terminating or making T-taps and splices on
conductors 16 mm2 and larger. Connector is to be cast non-ferrous copper alloy applied to
conductor by clamping with minimum of two screws and provided with phenolic insulating cover.

3. Connector - Type B-1: pre-insulated, spring type, for branch circuit and fixture wiring. Connector
is to be steel encased spring with shell, insulated with vinyl cap and skirt, type Scotchlok brand,
as manufactured by Minnesota Mining & Mfg. Co. or other equal and approved.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 INSTALLATION OF WIRES AND CABLES:

A. General: install electrical cables, wires and wiring connectors as indicated, in compliance with applicable
requirements of the Regulations/codes applicable, and IEC, BS and in accordance with recognized
industry practices. Building wires and cables are to be installed in conduit, trunking or ducts indoors and
in conduit and ducts outdoors, unless shown otherwise on the drawings.

B. Co-ordinate: wire/cable installation work including electrical raceway and equipment installation work, as
necessary to properly interface installation of wires/cables with other work.

C. Run d.c. wiring in separate conduits than a.c. wiring.

D. Use pulling compound or lubricant, where necessary; compound or lubricant used must not deteriorate
conductor or insulation and must be approved by the Engineer.

F. Use pulling means including, fish tape, cable, rope and basket weave wire/cable grips which will not
damage cables or raceway.

G. Maintain colour coding throughout installation. Phase- conductors for which outer jacket is not colour
coded are to have engraved alphanumeric mark (L1, L2, L3) or colour coded heat-shrinkable sleeves.

H. Buried Cables: cables buried directly in the ground are to be armoured type, unless otherwise indicated
in particular Sections of the Specification or on the Drawings.

I. Install exposed cable, parallel and perpendicular to surfaces, or exposed structural members, and follow
surface contours, where possible.

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J. Keep conductor splices to minimum. In case of splices, these are to be inside splice boxes, pull or
junction boxes.

K. Install splices and tapes which possess equivalent-or-better mechanical strength and insulation ratings
than conductors being spliced.

L. Use splice and tap connectors which are compatible with conductor material.

M. Tighten electrical connectors and terminals, including screws and bolts, in accordance with
manufacturer's published torque tightening values. Where manufacturer's torqueing requirements are
not indicated, tighten connectors and terminals to comply with tightening torques specified in recognized
standards.

N. Pull cables simultaneously where more than one cable is being installed in the same raceway.

O. Branch circuit work originating from light and power panel boards is to be arranged as shown on the
Drawings. Loads on various phases of panel boards are to be balanced.

P. Control cables may be fixed to racks, installed directly on cable trays or pulled in conduit and trunking
indoors, and in underground ducts or in conduit outdoors.

Q. Bunching of wires in raceways is to be in accordance with raceway filling factors permitted by the
Regulations.

R. Before pulling wires in conduits check that inside of conduit (and raceway in general) is free of burrs and
is dry and clean.

S. Extra Length: at every branch circuit outlet and pull- box, every cable passing through is to be left slack
to allow inspection and for connections to be made. Cables terminating in outlet boxes are to be left with
at least 250 mm extra length for terminations.

T. Joints or taps in wires and cables, if permitted, are to be permanently accessible or made only in boxes
or cabinet gutters.

U. Connectors for terminating or making T-taps and splices are to be Type A-1 on conductors 10 mm2 or
smaller, Type A- 2 for conductors 16 mm2 and larger, and Type B-1 for branch circuit and fixture wiring.

V. Insulating covers are to be applied to prevent exposure of bare cable connections.

W. Switch legs for local wall switches are to have distinctive colour, selected as complementary to cable
colour coding used in the project.

X. Terminations: conductors of wires and cables up to 16 mm2 are to be tightly twisted and where possible
doubled back before being clamped with set screws. Where two or more wires are looped into same
terminal these conductors are to be tightly twisted together before inserting into terminals. In no case is
bare conductor to be allowed to project beyond any insulated shrouding or mounting of a line terminal.
Cables sizes 16 mm2 and larger are to terminate in tunnel lugs with set-screw, or by using bolted or
sweated compression connectors.

Y. Tagging: tag main and feeder cables in pull-boxes, wire ways and wiring gutters of panel boards or
distribution cabinets. Tags are to identify cable or circuit number and conductor size in accordance with
the Schedules.
1. Tagging: where two or more circuits are run to or through a control device, outlet box or
ceilingjunction box, each circuit is to be tagged as a guide in making connections.

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3.02 FEEDER AND SUB-FEEDER CABLE INSTALLATION
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A. Cables generally are to be run through duct-banks, shafts or special recesses, clamped to steel racks or
cable trays. Cables run through ventilation shafts are to be installed in steel conduits.
B. Fixing: single cables above suspended ceilings or in concealed spaces are to be fixed directly to walls or
ceilings but must be accessible. Where two or more cables are run in parallel, they are to be fixed on
galvanised steel perforated trays or on other approved special cable supporting and protecting
arrangement.

C. Clamps: where cables are fixed to steel trays or supporting structures, approved galvanized cast steel
clamps (or moulded plastic or die cast Aluminium clamps for single core cables) are to be used at
distances not exceeding 20 diameters. Cables shall be laid parallel in one plane, with the exception of
single core cables in "trefoil" formation, with a spacing between cables equal to the larger of the two
adjacent cables.

D. Joints or splices will not be accepted on main and sub- feeders. Cables are to be supplied in lengths
sufficient for straight-through unjointed termination to termination pull.

E. Cables laid direct in the ground shall be at a minimum depth of 750 mm below finished level. A 100 mm
tamped bedding and 100 mm tamped covering of sifted soil or sand is to be provided with a tile cover all
along the route of the cables for protection. Surface cable markers shall be provided on every change of
direction and at 50 m intervals when in a straight line. A tape marker shall be embedded at 300 mm
below ground level, all along the cable trench.

F. Where cables are installed in underground ducts the ducts shall be laid with a minimum covering of 700
mm to finished level. The ends of the ducts shall be sealed immediately after any cable installation. The
ends of any unused ducts shall be plugged and sealed.

1. Draw wires are to be left in all unused ducts.

2. Just before pulling cables in, ducts shall be cleared with a mandrel 13 mm (1/2 inch) smaller than
the internal diameter of the duct and followed by a circular wire brush 13 mm (1/2 inch) larger in
diameter than the duct.

G. Directly buried cables crossing under roads, pipe banks or other services, are to be drawn in heavy duty
PVC duct banks. In no case are cables to be directly buried in concrete, in masonry or in floor finishings.

H. Buried cables liable to mechanical damage are to be drawn through PVC conduit or asbestos cement
pipe. If steel conduit is used, all three phase conductors, neutral and protective earth circuits are to be in
the same conduit.

I. Where multiple runs occur the cables shall be installed such that crossovers are avoided wherever
practicable; if unavoidable, suitable separators for at least 1 m each side from the cross-point must be
provided according to approved details.

J. Where cables are run on ladder rack and cable tray, the size and routes of the rack and tray shall be
carefully selected taking into account other services. In addition to these routes the Contractor shall
include for any vertical drops of cable tray and supporting brackets where cables drop from the main
runs to switchgear and equipment.

K. In situations where individual cables pass through walls, the cables shall be sleeved and suitably sealed.
Fire barriers are to be provided as necessary by the Safety Code applicable.

L. Cables rising from ground level up walls or stanchions shall be protected by a substantial steel frame to
a height of 1.5 metres. Such framework shall be approved by the Engineer prior to the commencement
of work.

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M. Exposure To Heat: route wires and cables to prevent exposure to excessive heat or to corrosive agents.
If such condition is unavoidable, cables are to be type designed for particular condition.

N. Insulating covers are to be applied to prevent exposure of bare cable connections. Insulating cover is to
be purpose made and is to provide minimum insulation level equal to that of conductor insulation.

O. Glands and cable boxes for various single-core and multicore cables are to be purpose made and
suitable for rigid mounting to equipment enclosure.

P. Cables shall be identified at regular intervals and terminations with approved cable markers.

3.03 FEEDER CABLE JOINTING AND TERMINATING

A. Through joints will not be allowed in feeder cables where adequate manufacturer's lengths are available.
Where a joint is necessary, it has to be made inside boxes, hand holes or manholes.

B. Recommendations: through joints and terminations are to be carried out strictly in accordance with cable
manufacturer's recommendations, and made with correct specified materials, boxes, tapes, compounds
or mixtures, glands and bonds as applicable.

3.04 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL:

A. Cable tests are to be carried out in accordance with the requirements of the Regulations and
Standards.

B. Test Equipment: provide megger testers of various ranges as applicable. Use 500 V megger on
installations with nominal voltage up to 500 V, 1000 V megger on installations withnominal voltage over
500V up to 1000V.

C. Insulation resistance tests for LV power and lighting installations is to be measured in accordance with
IEE Regulations 613-5 through 613-8 and 713-04.

D. Insulation resistance for control and signal cables is to be minimum 10000 Megohm-km for PE insulated
cables and 100 Megohm-km for PVC insulated cables, all measured core-core and core-earth, in
accordance with the Regulations.
E. Prior to energization of circuitry, check installed wires and cables with megohm meter to determine
insulation resistance levels to ensure requirements are fulfilled.

F. Prior to energization, test wires and cables for electrical continuity and for short-circuits.

G. Subsequent to wire and cable hook-ups, energize circuitry and demonstrate functioning in accordance
with requirements. Where necessary, correct malfunctioning units, and then retest to demonstrate
compliance.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 16470: PANEL BOARDS

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Special Conditions of
Contract, apply to work of this section.

B. Division 16 "Basic Electrical Requirements" and other sections apply to work specified in this
section.

1.02 SUMMARY:

A. This section includes panel boards for distribution and sub distribution of electric power and for
protection of circuits, including fixing and supporting materials and materials for termination of
feeders, sub circuits and branch circuits.

B. Types of panel boards and enclosures required for the project include the following:

DB

Note 1: Final branch circuit lighting panel boards, and power panel boards for secondary lighting
and power distribution are designated with either miniature circuit breaker (MCB) or
molded case circuit breaker (MCCB) protection on sub feeder or branch circuits, as
shown on the drawings.

C. Refer to other Division 16 sections " LV Wires and Cables", "Electrical Cabinets, Boxes and
Fittings", and "Raceways” required in conjunction with installation of panel boards and
enclosures.

D. Refer to Division 16 section "LV Circuit Breakers" for circuit breaker applications and
recommended types and frames for this project.

1.03 SUBMITTALS:

A Product Data: submit manufacturer's data and catalogues on panel boards and enclosures.

B. Dimensions and contents of each panel board.

C. Coordinated tabulations of series short circuit combination of circuit breakers.

D. Wiring Diagrams: submit wiring diagrams for panel boards showing connections to electrical
power feeders and distribution branches.

E. Typical mounting details, labels, tags.

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F. Tests and certificates: submit complete certified manufacturer's type test and routine test
records in accordance with the Standards applicable.

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Manufacturer's Qualifications: firms regularly engaged in manufacture of panel boards and

enclosures, of types, sizes, and ratings required, whose products have been in satisfactory use
in similar service for not less than 5 years.

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B. Installer's Qualifications: a firm with at least 3 years of successful installation experience on
projects utilizing panel boards similar to those required for this project.

C. Codes and Standards:

1. IEC 439, Factory Built Assembles of Low Voltage Switchgear and Control gear.
2. Electrical Code Compliance: comply with applicable local code, regulations and
requirements of the authority having jurisdiction, as applicable to installation, and
construction of electrical panel boards and enclosures in this project.

1.05 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING:

A. Coordinate installation of panel boards and enclosures with civil/architectural program and
installation of wires/cables, electrical boxes and fittings, and raceway work.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS:

A. Available Manufacturers: subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering

electrical panel board products which may be incorporated in the work include, but are not
limited to, the following:

Merlin Gerin ABB

Seimens GE

2.02 PANELBOARDS - GENERAL

A. Schedules on drawings indicate type and requirements of each panel board. These are defined
by the following criteria:-

1. Type of construction (MCB or MCCB), referring to type of branch circuit breakers required.
2. voltage, number of phases and wires
3. branch circuit breaker trip rating and wire size
4. main circuit breaker trip rating and frame size (maximum continuous rating) for MCCB
5. short circuit interrupting capacity (IC) in kA
6. Special arrangement or provisions.

B. Rated insulation voltage is to be in accordance with the respective Standards.

C. Panel boards are to be totally enclosed, dead front type, protection code IP42 for indoor
installations and IP 55 for outdoor installations, in accordance with IEC 529 and are to be
factory designed and assembled.

D. Earthing bar is to be provided in every panel board and to be half size the phase busbars.

E. Neutral bar is to be provided in every panel board and to be full size as per the phase
busbars.

F. Protection is to be fully rated though-out the systems.

G. Circuit breakers are to be non-fused type.

H. Circuit breaker arrangement: panel boards are to have one main incoming circuit breaker or
switch and the required number of branch circuit breakers, arranged as shown on the
Schedules, including spare circuit breakers and spaces for future expansion. Three-phase panel
boards are to be designed for sequence phase connection of branch circuit devices.

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I. Branch circuit numbering: on 3-phase panel board schedules, circuits 1 and 2 are to be
connected to red (R) phase, 3 and 4 to yellow (Y) phase, 5 and 6 to blue (B) phase, etc., to
conform with branch circuit numbering shown on the Drawings.

2.03 PANELBOARD ENCLOSURES

A. Type: general purpose type, suitable for relevant ambient conditions, flush or surface mounted
as shown on the Drawings, comprising box, trim or trim and door to approved manufacturer's
standards and sizes.

B. Construction: recessed mounting box with multiple knockouts, trim and doors where required,
are to be electro-galvanized sheet steel of gauges not less than specified in accordance with
the Standards, minimum 1.5 mm thickness. Welded joints are to be galvanized after
manufacture. Gutter spaces are to conform to the Standards, but are not to be less than 100
mm on all sides. Enclosure is to have predesigned angles or threaded end studs to support and
adjust mounting of interior panel board assembly.

C. Trims are to cover and overlap front shield, covering all terminals and bus compartments, to
form a dead front panel. Trims are to be fixed to cabinet/box by adjustable quarter-turn clamps
engaging flange of box (use of screws engaging holes in flange box is not acceptable). Screws
where used are to be oval-head, countersunk and flush. Trims for flush mounted panel boards
are to overlap box and front shields by at least 20 mm. Trims for surface mounted panel boards
are to be exactly sized to form flush fit to box.

D. Doors are to have piano type concealed hinges integral with trim, and flush combination cylinder
lock and catch. Doors over 1000 mm high are to have vault-type handle and multiple point latch
mechanism. Locks are to be flush and keyed alike.

E. Finish: inner and outer surfaces of cabinet/boxes, trims, doors etc. are to be cleaned,
phosphatized, chrome passivated and treated with final thermosetting epoxy powder modified
by polyester resins providing high resistance to mechanical injury, heat, acid and alkali solvents,
grease, aging and corrosion and of standard grey colour to the approval of
the Engineer.

F. Directories under glassene with directory frame, or an approved alternative durable

arrangement, are to be provided on inside face of doors, or in metal label holders when trim
without doors is specified. Directories are to be typed to identify panel boards and clearly
indicate circuit number and description of load.

G. Outdoor enclosures are to be heavy duty sheet steel cabinets, minimum 1.5 thick, fully
weatherproofed (IP 55), without knockouts, but with removable sealed/gasketed bottom gland
plates and gasketed doors.

2.04 BUSBARS

A. Type: one piece, 98% pure electrolytic copper, based on a total maximum operating
temperature of 90 deg. C at full continuous rating (40 ºC temperature rise above 40 ºC
ambient). Bolted or clamped contact surfaces are to have maximum current density not
exceeding requirements of the approved standards. Aluminium is not to be used for busbars or
panel board parts.

B. Design: busbars are to be shrouded/insulated and rigidly designed so that branch circuit
devices can be removed without disturbing adjacent units or changed without additional
machining, drilling or tapping. Busing is to be full size without reduction. Busing and blank plates
are to allow installation of future circuit devices, where indicated on the Drawings.

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C. Rating: busbar rating is to be at least equal to main circuit breaker frame size. Where no main
circuit breaker is required, busbars are to have main lugs or disconnect switch, and to have
nominal rating not less than 1.25 times the upstream circuit breaker trip rating.

D. Short-Circuit Duty: busbars are to carry maximum short-circuit duty of main protective device,
which is to be at least maximum short-circuit at point of application for one second, without
showing any signs of degradation.

E. Terminals and connections are to be anti-turn, solderless screw-pressure type. Screws and
bolts used for making copper/copper connections are to be hard copper alloy with lock washers
(riveted bus connections are not acceptable).

F. Neutral bar is to be solid and fully insulated from cabinet or box. One solderless box type set-
screw connector is to be provided for neutral wire of each branch circuit and one bolted clamp-
type connector or anti-turn lug with set-screw for main incoming neutral wire. Neutral is to be
fully sized and rated as for phase busbars.

G. Earthing bar is to copper, brazed to panel board cabinet, with bolted pressure connector for
main conductor and one set-screw-type tunnel terminal for each outgoing conductor, to provide
secure and reliable contact with all metal parts and enclosure.

2.05 DISTRIBUTION PANELBOARDS (MDB and DB)

A. Arrangement: to comprise set of homogeneous branch circuit breakers with unified profile and
base, and one main circuit breaker. Single and multi-pole circuit breakers or other devices are to
occupy modular spaces. Accommodation of contactors and split-bus arrangement or other
devices is not to change regularity of standard box width.

B. Indoor Enclosure: sheet steel, minimum 1.0 mm thick for box/cabinet and minimum 1.5 mm
thick for front shield, trim and door. Fixings for flush trim are to be adjustable to allow for mis-
alignment between box and wall surface. Wiring spaces (gutters) are to be at least 100 mm
wide. Larger gutters are to be provided where tap-off insulated split connectors are required.
Knockouts are to be provided in top or bottom of enclosures and are to provide a
neat and uniform conduit/cable terminal arrangement.

2.06 BRANCH CIRCUIT PANELBOARDS - TYPE MCB

A. Type: to have a rated insulation voltage of 600 V and a rated operational voltage of 440 V.

B. Internal Assembly: to comprise removable back plate or back pan of rigid construction, attached
to enclosure by four captive screws through keyhole fixings, and provided with DIN rails in
horizontal arrangement for SPN panels, and in vertical arrangement for TPN panels. Assembly
is to be complete with neutral terminal block, earthing bar and one piece insulated bolt-on/comb-
type phase busbars. Busbars are to be single-phase or 3-phase with spade connectors for fixing
by tightening a single screw on circuit breaker. Insulation is to be high thermal rating, capable of
carrying maximum short-circuit current for one second without overheating beyond acceptable
limits required by the Standards. Panel boards are to comply with BS 5486 Part 12.

C. SPN type panel boards are to be, single-phase and neutral, with MCBs on branch circuits and
MCS main incoming.

D. Single pole and double pole MCBs, are to have trip ratings between 6A and 50A, with ICs as
required in the Schedules.

E. TPN type panel boards are to have MCBs on branch circuits and 3 or 4-pole MCB, MCCB or
MCS as main incoming, as shown on the drawings.

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F. Triple-pole branch circuit breakers are to have trip ratings between 5 A and 100A, with IC as
required in the Schedules.

G. TPN type panel board main circuit breakers/switches are to be MCB or MCCB, 100A,
continuous current rating with trip range 25A to 100A, or 250 A MCCB with trip range 70A to
250A, normal (N) or high-break (H) duty with/without RCD as shown on the Drawings. MCS
where indicated, may be used with frame size up to 225A.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION:

A. Examine areas and conditions under which panel boards and enclosures are to be installed,
notify Engineer and correct conditions detrimental to proper completion of work. Do not
proceed with work until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected in a manner acceptable
to the Engineer.

3.02 INSTALLATION OF PANELBOARDS:

A. Install panel boards and enclosures as indicated, in accordance with manufacturer's written
instructions, requirements of applicable standards of Installation, and in compliance with
recognized industry practices to ensure that products fulfil requirements.

B. Align, level and securely fasten panel boards to structure, ensuring that they are permanently
and mechanically anchored.

C. Fix surface mounted outdoor panel boards at least 25 mm from wall ensuring supporting
members do not prevent flow of air.

D. Do not use connecting conduits to support panel boards.

E. Close unused openings in panel board cabinets.

F. Do not install interior of panel boards in cabinets until all conduit connections to cabinet have
been completed.

G. Wiring inside panel boards to be neatly arranged, accessible and strapped to prevent tension on
circuit breaker terminals. Tap-off connections on a riser feeder are to be split and bolted type,
fully insulated.

H. Trim: fix plumb and square prior to painting. Fix trim for flush mounted cabinets flush with wall
surface finish.

I Protection: treat concealed surfaces of recessed cabinets with heavy field application of
waterproof compound prior to installation.

J. Tighten connectors and terminals, including screws and bolts, in accordance with equipment
manufacturer's published torque tightening values for equipment connectors. Where
manufacturer's torquing requirements are not indicated, tighten connectors and terminals to
comply with tightening torques specified in the approved standards.

K. Fill out panelboard's circuit directory card upon completion of installation work in a proper and
neat manner acceptable to the Engineer.

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3.03 EARTHING:

A. Provide equipment earthing connections for panel board enclosures as indicated. and as
recommended in the Regulations and Codes applicable. Refer to Section "Earthing".

3.04 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL:

A. Prior to energization of electrical circuitry, check all accessible connections to manufacturer's
tightening torque specifications.

B. Prior to energization of panel boards, check with earth resistance tester phase-to-phase and
phase-to-earth and neutral to earth insulation resistance levels to ensure requirements are
fulfilled. Record all readings, using 500 V megger for equipment on 240V systems, 1000V
megger for equipment on systems up to 600V for 1 minute with CBs in open position.

C. Prior to energization, check panel boards for electrical continuity of circuits, and for short-
circuits.

D. Ensure and test earth continuity and resistance in accordance with Section "Earthing".

E. Carry out circuit breaker tests as required in Division 16 Section "LV Circuit Breakers" and as
required by the Engineer.

F. Routine tests on site are to be carried out, in accordance with the Standards, on all panel
boards assembled from standardized components of the manufacturer outside the works of the
manufacturer.

3.05 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING:

A. Adjust operating mechanisms for free mechanical movement.

B. Touch-up scratched or marred surfaces to match original finishes.

3.06 DEMONSTRATION:

A. Subsequent to wire and cable hook-ups, energize panel boards and demonstrate functioning in
accordance with requirements. Where necessary, correct malfunctioning units, and then retest
to demonstrate compliance.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 16515: LIGHTING

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Special Conditions of
Contract, apply to work of this section.

B. Division 16 "Basic Electrical Requirements" and other sections apply to work specified in this
section.

1.02 SUMMARY:

A. This section includes complete lighting fixtures, control gear, mounting provisions, accessories
and connection to circuit wiring and to corresponding lighting control equipment.

B. Extent, location, and details of lighting fixture work are indicated on drawings and in schedules.

C. Design Layout: fixture layout has been determined from photometric data of specified fixtures to
achieve desired level and uniformity of illumination. Certain fixtures are shown in provisional
positions, pending preparation of final equipment layout drawings. Such fixtures are to be
located in coordination with final equipment layout so that illumination is as intended by the
design.

1.03 DEFINITIONS

A. Fixture: a complete lighting unit. Fixtures include lamps and parts required to distribute the light,
position and protect lamps, and connect lamps to the power supply.

B. Luminaire: fixture.
C. Rated Average Life: the time after which the average of a lamp type lumen output has reached
down to 80% of its initial 100 hr value as specified, under normal conditions.

1.04 SUBMITTALS:

A. Product Data: submit manufacturer's product data and installation instructions on each type
interior building lighting fixture and component, any modification made necessary, catalog
number, serial number, operating characteristics and photometric data.

Product certifications signed by manufacturers of lighting fixtures certifying that their fixtures
comply with specified requirements.

B. Shop Drawings: submit layout drawings of interior lighting fixtures on reflected ceiling plans and
their spatial relationship to each other and to other trades or systems such as structural
members, ducts, pipes etc.. In addition, submit fixture shop drawings in booklet form with
separate sheet for each fixture, assembled in "luminaire type" alphabetical or numerical order,
with proposed fixture and accessories clearly indicated on each sheet. Submit details indicating
compatibility with ceiling grid system.

C. Wiring Diagrams: submit wiring diagrams for lighting fixtures showing connections to electrical
power panels, switches, and feeders. Differentiate between portions of wiring which are
manufacturer-installed and portions which are field-installed.

D. Samples: submit one complete operating unit for each type of light fixture specified, together
with colour and texture samples where required.

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E. Maintenance Data: submit maintenance data and parts list for each lighting fixture and
accessory; including "trouble-shooting" maintenance guide. Include that data, product data, and
shop drawings in a maintenance manual; in accordance with general requirements of the
general and special conditions of contract.

1.05 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Manufacturer's Qualifications: firms regularly engaged in manufacture of lighting fixtures of

sizes, types and ratings required, whose products have been in satisfactory use in similar
service for not less than 5 years.

B. Fixture Design and Standards: the Specification and the Drawings are a guide to the selection
of lighting characteristics and lighting fixtures, giving general features of construction, materials,
method of installation and conditions of operation. Unless otherwise specified, fixtures are to be
manufacturer's standard series, designed and manufactured for the purpose and application
required, generally in accordance with the Schedule of Lighting Fixtures and complying with IEC
598 and CISPR 15.

C. Special Listing and Labeling: provide fixtures for use in damp or wet locations, and recessed in
combustible construction specifically listed and labeled for such use.

D. Installer's Qualifications: firms with at least 3 years of successful installation experience on

projects with lighting fixture work similar to that required for this project.
E. Electrical Code Compliance: comply with applicable local code requirements of the authority
having jurisdiction or other code applicable to installation, and construction of building lighting
fixtures approved for the project and as referenced in pertinent specification in this section.

1.06 DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING:

A. Deliver lighting fixtures in factory-fabricated containers or wrappings, which properly protect

fixtures from damage.

B. Store interior lighting fixtures in original packaging. Store inside well-ventilated area protected
from weather, moisture, soiling, extreme temperatures, and humidity, laid flat and blocked off
ground.

C. Handle lighting fixtures carefully to prevent damage, breaking, and scoring of finishes. Do not
install damaged units or components; replace with new.

1.07 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING:

A. Coordinate with other work including wires/cables, electrical boxes and fittings, and raceways,
to properly interface installation of lighting fixtures with other work.

B. Sequence lighting installation with other work to minimize possibility of damage and soiling
during remainder of construction.

SPARE PARTS

A. Furnish Spare parts matching products installed, as described below, packaged with protective
covering for storage, and identified with labels describing contents. Deliver spare parts to the
Owner.

1. Complete Fixtures: a quantity equal to 2 percent of installed units of types shown on

drawings for lighting with maximum quantity of 10 fixtures and min. quantity of one
fixture of each type.
2. Lamps: 10 lamps for each 100 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least 1 of
each type.

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 3. Plastic Diffusers and Lenses: 1 for each 100 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at
least 1 of each type.
4. Ballasts: 1 for each 100 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least 1 of each type.
5. Globes and Guards: 1 for each 20 of each type and rating installed. Furnish at least 1 of
each type.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS:

A. Available Manufacturers: subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers are indicated

on drawings against each luminaire selected in the design. Equal products may be considered
subject to final decision and approval of the Engineer.

2.02 LIGHTING FIXTURE CONSTRUCTION – GENERAL

A. Generally: construction and wiring of fixtures are to comply with the Regulations and Standards.
Fixtures are to be fabricated, assembled and wired entirely at factory. Manufacturer's name,
factory inspection stamp and official quality label are to be fixed to each fixture supplied.

B. Lighting Fixtures (Luminaires): to be manufacturer's standard, as given in Lighting Fixture

Schedules shown on the Drawings, or equal.

C. Sheet Steel Housings: to be not less than 0.6 mm thick, and thicker when required by the
Specification or the Standards.

D. Sheet Steel Reflectors: to be not less than 0.5 mm thick.

E. Aluminium Reflectors: to be not less than 0.7 mm thick, unless otherwise approved.

F. Fabrication: metalwork is to be mitered, welded and ground smooth without tool marks or burrs.
Flat metal parts are to be stiffened by forming grooves and edges during fabrication. Metal parts
are to have finish free from irregularities.

G. Rust-Proof Ferrous Base: ferrous metal parts are to be bonderized (treated with corrosion
resistant phosphate solution) and given an approved rust-inhibiting prime coat before
application of final finish.

H. Finish for Non-Reflecting Metal Surfaces: approved baked enamel paint. Paint colour on fixture
frames and trims is to be as specified or as selected by the Engineer.

I. Finish for Light Reflecting Surfaces: white baked enamel paint having reflection factor not less
than 85%. Mirror reflectors, where specified, are to be highly polished, anodized aluminium with
reflection factors not less than 97%.

J. Mechanical Resistance of Finish: after finish has been applied on steel surfaces and cured, it is
to withstand a 6 mm radius bend without showing signs of cracking, peeling or loosening from
base metal.

K. Resistance Of Finish To Ultra-Violet: finish is to withstand 72 hours exposure to an ultraviolet

RS lamp placed 100 mm from surface without discolouring, hardening or warping, and is to
retain the same reflection factor after exposure.

L. Heat Resistance: finishes, wires and components inside fixtures are to be certified materials to
resist the temperatures or other conditions encountered in the fixtures.
M. Wiring Inside Fixtures: to be not less than 1.5 mm2, and insulated for 240 V application.
Insulation is to have acceptable characteristics to resist maximum temperatures inside fixtures.
Wiring is to be terminated on screw type fixed insulating terminal blocks.

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N. Hinges: fixtures with visible frames and hinged diffusers are to have concealed hinges and
catches, and stainless steel retaining clips. Other alternative equally durable products may be
submitted for approval.

O. Suspension and Aligners: to be provided for pendant fixtures for axial, vertical and horizontal
alignment. Vertical adjustment is to be minimum 25 mm. Hangars to be 12 mm (1/2 inch) steel
tubing of same finish as fixture with ceiling canopy or as approved or selected by Engineer.

P. Recessed Fixtures: to be constructed to fit into suspended ceilings without distorting fixture or
ceiling. Plaster rings are to be provided for plaster or concrete ceilings.

Q. Removal of Parts for maintenance is to be possible without removing fixture housing.

R. Lenses, Diffusers, Covers, and Globes: 100 percent virgin acrylic plastic or water white,
annealed crystal glass except as indicated.

1. Plastic: highly resistant to yellowing and other changes due to aging, exposure to heat
and UV radiation.
2. Lens Thickness: 4 mm (0.125 inches), minimum.

2.03 HIGH INTENSITY DISCHARGE LAMP FIXTURES

A. Type: fixtures are to be complete units including integral ballasts (and ignitors for HPS lamps
where indicated) and lamps of required number and type, and are to have lighting distribution
characteristics equivalent to model and manufacturer indicated in the fixture
description.

B. Accessories: fixtures are to have mounting accessories, such as suspension rods or chains,
rails or brackets, and protective glass covers with gaskets for protection against dust and
humidity or type of corrosive atmosphere predominant in the location.

C. Ballasts and Ignition Devices are to be power factor compensated to at least 0.9 lagging, and
type specially selected for lamp type and size used. Lamp is to be able to start with at least
+/-10% variation from nominal line voltage and continue in normal operation with dips attaining
20% for four seconds. Compensation is to ensure there is no great increase in operating current
during starting and that gear losses do not exceed 10% of normal wattage. RF suppression
circuit is to be provided.

2.04 LAMPS

A. Rated voltage of incandescent and PL lamps is to be equal to nominal voltage of distribution

network. Lamps with different rated voltages are not acceptable.

B. Reflector Lamps (R): for indoor and outdoor use, with silver reflector and prismatic lens. Light
beam is to be narrow (spot), wide (flood) or extra-wide (wide flood) as indicated in the fixture
description.

C Tungsten-Halogen Lamps: tubular, quartz, resistant to high temperatures. Guaranteed rated life
is to be above 2000 hours and luminous output above the following:

9500 lumens for 500 W lamps

22000 lumens for 1000 W lamps

44000 lumens for 2000 W lamps.

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F. Compact Fluorescent Lamps: single ended, compact-miniature lamp, with electronic ballast,
consisting of four narrow fluorescent tubes welded together, with integral instant starter and
capacitor and with special two-pin plug-in base and socket, similar to osram Deluxe D/E or
Deluxe or equally approved as required and applicable high colour rendering type, warm white
appearances equal to Osram Nb 31 (group 1B, 3000°K) or Philips Nb 830 every where except
in offices and nurse station, where high colour rendering cool white appearance equal to Osram
Nb. 21 (group 1B, 4000K) or Philips Nb 840. Guaranteed rated life is to be above 5000 hours
and luminous output above the following:

600 lumens for 10 W lamps (95 mm long)

900 lumens for 13 W lamps (130 mm long)

1200 lumens for 18 W lamps (150 mm long)

1800 lumens for 26 W lamps (170 mm long).

Lamps are to be type PLC as manufactured by Osram, Philips or other equal and approved.

G. Blended – light lamp: is to comprise built in ballast in the form of a tungsten filament connector
in series with the discharge tube. Colour temperature is to be 3500 K and has luminous output
above the following:

3150 lumen for 160 W lamps

5500 lumen for 250 W lamps

13000 lumen for 500 W lamps

H. Metal Halide Lamps: comprising quartz discharge tube enclosed in clear tubular hard-glass
outer bulb, operating on same principle as all gas discharge tubes with iodide additives indium,
thallium and sodium in the mercury discharge, to increase intensity in three spectral bands;
blue, green and yellow-red with high colour rendering. Lamps are to be to IEC 188 with E40
base. Guaranteed average life is not to be less than 10000 hours and luminous outputs, after
100 hours burning, are to be above the following:

32500 lumens for 400 W lamps

90000 lumens for 1000 W lamps

190000 lumens for 2000 W lamps.

Permissible base temperature is to be not greater than 250 deg. C, and maximum bulb
temperature not greater than 550 deg. C. Lamp burning position for 2000 W, 220 V lamp is to
be possible up to 75 degrees.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 EXAMINATION:

A. Examine areas and conditions under which lighting fixtures are to be installed, and substrate for
supporting lighting fixtures. Notify Engineer in writing of conditions detrimental to proper
completion of the work. Do not proceed with work until unsatisfactory conditions have been
corrected in an acceptable manner to the Engineer.

3.02 INSTALLATION

A. Generally: install fixtures level, aligned and parallel or square to building lines and at uniform
heights as shown on the Drawings or as approved by the Engineer. Make final height
adjustment after installation.

B. Connection box is to be provided for each fixture to carry out the connection in case of two or
more wire connection. Connection of wires inside the fixture is note permitted.

C. Fixture Support: provide fixture and/or fixture outlet boxes with hangers, brackets and flanged
bolted fittings, as necessary, to support weight of fixture. Submit details of hangers etc. and
method of fastening for approval. Rigidly secure fixtures mounted on outlet boxes to fixture
studs. Install hooks or extension pieces, when required, for proper installation. Provide one
point of support in addition to the outlet box fixture stud for individually mounted fixtures longer
than 600 mm.

D. Continuous Rows: arrange fixtures so that individual fixtures can be removed without
dismantling remaining fixtures. Provide minimum spacing between fixtures.

E. Cover Plates: install cover plates over fixture outlet box or opening in ceiling or structure when
left unused.

F. Flush Recessed Fixtures: install to completely eliminate light leakage within fixture and between
fixture and adjacent finished surface.

G. Ventilation: keep ventilation channels free after fixture is installed, if required by the design of
the fixture.

H. Earth metal frames of fixtures as described in Section 219 of the Specification.

I. Tightness: ensure that enclosed fixtures are reasonably insect/dust tight when installed, and
completely weather- proof for installations subject to weather conditions.

J. Lamps for Permanent Installation: place new lamps in fixtures immediately prior to hand-over
and when instructed by the Engineer. Lamps used for temporary service are not to be used for
final lamping of fixtures.

3.03 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Visual Inspection: check neatness of installation, uniformity of equipment and nameplates etc.
B. Illumination Measurements: to be taken at selected locations, to determine level and uniformity.
C. Operation: check lighting installations for operation including control and regulation equipment.
D. Electrical Data: measure power factor, current and voltage at start for installations with
discharge lamps.
E. Furnish stock or replacement lamps as indicated above, of each type and size lamp used in
each type fixture. Deliver replacement stock as directed to Owner's storage space.

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F. Provide instruments to make and record test results.
G. Tests: give advance notice of dates and times for field tests. Verify normal operation of each
fixture after fixtures have been installed and circuits have been energized with normal power
source.
H. Replace or repair malfunctioning fixtures and components, then retest. Repeat procedure until
all units operate properly.

3.04 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING:

A. Clean lighting fixtures of dirt and construction debris upon completion of installation. Clean
fingerprints and smudges from lenses.

B. Protect installed fixtures from damage during remainder of construction period.

3.05 EARTHING:

A. Provide equipment earthing connections for lighting fixtures as indicated in Section "Earthing".
Tighten connections to comply with tightening torques specified in applicable standards to
assure permanent and effective grounds.

3.06 DEMONSTRATION:

A. Upon completion of installation of lighting fixtures, and after building circuitry has been
energised, apply electrical energy to demonstrate capability and compliance with requirements.
Where possible, correct malfunctioning units at site, then retest to demonstrate compliance;
otherwise, remove and replace with new units, and proceed with re-testing.

END OF SECTION

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SECTION 16143: WIRING DEVICES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS:

A. Drawings and general provisions of Contract, including General and Special Conditions of
Contract, apply to this Section.

B. Requirements of the following Division 16 Sections apply to this section:

1. "Basic Electrical Requirements"

1.02 SUMMARY:

A. This section includes the following:

1. Outlet boxes and plates
2. Lighting switches
3. Socket outlets
4. Lighting contactors
5. Photoelectric cells

1.03 SUBMITTALS:

A. Product Data: submit manufacturer's data on each electrical wiring device specified for approval
by the Engineer.

B. Submit samples of those products indicated for sample submission in Engineer’s comments on
product data submittal. Include color and finish samples of device plates and other items per
Engineer's request

1.04 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Regulatory Requirements: comply with provisions of the local regulations, codes and standards
applicable in the project/host country. Components shall be standard approved manufacturer's
products, uniform and modular.
B. Standards Compliance: provide wiring devices, which are listed and comply with applicable
standards for the various applications indicated in the specification.

1.05 SEQUENCE AND SCHEDULING:

A. Schedule installation of finish plates after the surface upon which they are to be installed has
received final finish.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.01 MANUFACTURERS:

A. General: Equal products of other manufacturers may be approved if conforming to

requirements.

B. Manufacturers: subject to compliance with requirements, manufacturers offering products,

which may be incorporated in the work, include, but are not limited to, the following:

Legrand (France)
Buch Jaeger (Germany)
VIMAR (Italy)
BRYANT (France)
Bticino (Italy)
2.02 OUTLET BOXES AND PLATES-GENERALLY:

A. Surface or Recessed Boxes: provide compatible type with conduit or cable system and of
shapes and sizes compatible with standards applicable to switches, socket outlets and lighting
fixtures approved.

B. Unused Openings: close with knock-out closers manufactured for the purpose.

C. Blank Plates: provide blank plates on outlet boxes installed which no apparatus is installed or
where apparatus installed does not have suitable cover for box. Blank plates for wall outlets are
to be attached by a bridge with slots for horizontal and vertical adjustment.

D. Non metallic boxes are to be used for recessed outlets in ceiling or wall.

2.03 METALLIC OUTLET BOXES

A. Manufacturers: obtain metallic outlet boxes from same manufacturer of conduit system or
equally approved compatible with wiring device specified, and to the satisfaction of the
Engineer.

B. Recessed and Concealed Boxes: galvanized pressed steel, with knock-outs for easy field
installation. Special boxes are to be punched as required on Site.

C. Exposed Surface Mounted Boxes: galvanized cast iron with threaded hubs.

D. Outdoor Surface or Recessed Boxes: galvanized cast iron with threaded hubs and neoprene
gaskets to ensure water tightness and with stainless steel or non-ferrous, corrosion resistant
screws.

2.04 MOULDED PLASTIC OUTLET BOXES

A. Type: heavy gauge pressure moulded plastic, minimum 2 mm thick, self-extinguishing, with
softening point not less than 85 deg. C. Boxes are to have provision for securely terminating
conduits and are to be manufacturer's standard for required application.

B. Fittings: provide brass inset threads to receive cover screws and for mounting devices or
accessories, push-fit brass earth terminals, and steel insert clips to provide additional
support for pendants or for heat conduction. Provide Neoprene gaskets for weatherproof
installations.

2.05 PLATES AND CORD-OUTLETS

A. Wall Plates: single and combination, of types, sizes, and with ganging and cutouts as indicated.
Provide plates which mate and match with wiring devices to which attached. Provide metal
screws for securing plates to devices with screw heads colored to match finish of plates.

B. Cord Extension Plates: are to have threaded cord grip bushings of same material and finish as
plates.

C. Stainless Steel Plates: are to be heavy gauge, pressed stainless steel, satin finish, minimum 1
mm thick, non-magnetic for static free requirements and able to withstand corrosive
environments.

D. White Plates: heavy gauge, for indoor use in all external buildings except where otherwise
indicated.

E. Cable/cord outlet is to be used for up to 45 A, 250 V rating for connection of power/control cable
of fixed appliances. Plate is to have threaded cord grip to anchor cable securely to cover. Box is
to include fixed terminal block and cable clamp for termination of cable/cord within.
2.07 LIGHTING SWITCHES

A. General: quick-make, quick-break quiet type with silver alloy contacts in arc resisting molded
base, with rocker or push-button as specified, for inductive or resistive loads up to full rated
capacity, and arranged for side connection. All wiring accessories should be metallic flush
plates (stainless steel brush finish).
B. Types: single, two-way or intermediate, single pole or double pole, as shown on the Drawings.

C. General Lighting Switch: 10 A 250 V ac., rocker operated, grid-switch.

D. Weatherproof Switch : 10 A, 250 V, for installation in outdoor and wet areas of all external
buildings with weatherproof plate, synthetic gasket, weatherproof outlet box, on/off indication, IP
55 enclosure.

2.12 LIGHTING CONTACTORS

Type: double pole for single phase and neutral circuits, and triple pole for three phase circuits,
mechanically held, electrically operated, rated 600 V, of current ratings shown on the Drawings,
and complying with IEC 947-4 category AC 5a for discharge lamps and category AC 5b for
incandescent lamps.

Contacts: copper alloy, with silver cadmium alloy double break contacts designed for switching
inductive ballast loads and switching of tungsten lamp loads.

Auxiliary Contacts: as required to provide specified interlocks and signals as shown on the
Drawings, or required by the Specification, with one N.O. and one N.C. spare contacts.

Enclosure: unless forming part of system housed in sheet steel panel, contactor is to be
provided with IP 42 enclosure for indoor use or IP 65 enclosure for outdoor use.

Local Control: each contactor whether part of a system or separately enclosed is to have on/off
pilot lights and set of on/off push buttons mounted on cover.

Central Control: provide interfacing elements to match with control system, BACS system, and
remote control wiring terminals as necessary and as shown on Drawings.

2.13 PHOTOELECTRIC CELLS

Photoelectric Cells: omnidirectional cadmium sulphide, hermetically sealed, with 2:1 on/off
adjustment possible by moving light level selector, set to operate at pre-selected illuminance
levels. Unit is to include timer giving 3 minutes delay to prevent false switching. Unit must be
capable of accurate operation in a temperature range of - 10 deg. C to +80 deg. C.

Safety: control is to be designed such that in case of failure, unit fails in the on position.

Contacts are to close or open as illumination level increases to set level with respect to
requirements shown on the Drawings.

Outdoor Sealed Units: heavy duty cast metal, with translucent dome of 'Lexan' (by G.E.) or
other equal and approved product , to protect against high ultra violet rays, and be provided with
180 deg. swivel base and 16 mm threaded conduit mounting. Enclosure is to be weatherproof
and protected against high winds and storms.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.01 INSTALLATION OF WIRING DEVICES AND ACCESSORIES:

A. Install wiring devices and accessories as indicated, in accordance with applicable requirements,
Local Electrical Code or Regulations and in accordance with recognized industry practices to
fulfill project requirements.

B. Coordinate with other Work, including painting, electrical boxes and wiring installations, as
necessary to interface installation of wiring devices with other Work.
C. Install wiring devices only in electrical boxes which are clean; free from building materials, dirt,
and debris.

D. Install galvanized steel wall plates in unfinished spaces.

E. Locate switches at strike sides of doors, whether shown on the Drawings or not. In locating
outlets allow for overhead pipes, ducts, variations in arrangement, thickness of finishing,
window trim, paneling and other architectural features.

F. Electrical Design Drawings: generally show approximate locations of outlets and equipment.
Exact locations are to be determined from interior finishings and detail drawings. Any condition
that would place an outlet in an unsuitable location is to be referred to the Engineer.

G. Unless otherwise shown or instructed, mount lighting switches and socket outlets generally at
1250 mm and 450 mm from finished floor level respectively. Mount switches with long
dimension vertical and operating handle, if of the toggle type, up when switch is in the on
position.
H. Connect switches in the phase wire. Do not run neutral wire through switch boxes .
I. Provide additional outlets to those shown on the Drawings as required by equipment
manufacturers for control or other wiring.
J. Securely Exposed Outlet Boxes: securely fasten to wall with machine screws to permanent
inserts or lead anchors.
K. Provide neat openings for recessed boxes, allowing for thickness of finishing, and use fittings or
plates.
L. Install exposed boxes and plates plumb, square and parallel to finished wall surface. Exposed
plates covering recessed boxes are to rest neatly on wall surface without gaps, and fully
covering the box.
M. Arrange grouped outlets uniformly and neatly so that use of devices is convenient and clear.
N. Follow manufacturer's instructions for installation of waterproof fittings and connection to conduit
system to fully achieve required degree of protection.
O. Connection of Appliances:
1. Where appliance is designed to adapt directly to outlet box, extend electrical wiring to
incoming terminals inside appliance
2. Where appliance is not designed to adapt to outlet box, install connecting wiring in
flexible conduit or special flexible cable, mechanically protected, firmly fixed to outlet box
cover plate and to terminal box on appliance, with suitable accessories.

P. Install wiring devices after wiring work is completed.

Q. Install wall plates after painting work is completed.

R. Tighten connectors and terminals, including screws and bolts, in accordance with equipment
manufacturer's published torque tightening values for wiring devices.

3.02 PROTECTION:

A. Protect installed components from damage. Replace damaged items prior to final acceptance.

3.03 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Carry out visual inspection of fittings and equipment for fixing and workmanship.

B. Testing: prior to energizing circuits, test wiring for electrical continuity, and for short-circuits.
Ensure proper polarity of connections is maintained. Subsequent to energizing, test wiring
devices and demonstrate compliance with requirements, operating each operable device at
least six times.
C. Test ground fault interrupter operation with both local and remote fault simulations in
accordance with manufacturer recommendations.

END OF SECTION