Crown Home Consultants SECTION 15140 DOMESTIC WATER PIPING PART 1 1.

1 GENERAL

SUMMARY A. B. Section includes domestic water piping, valves, fittings, hangers, controls and accessories. Related Sections: 1. Building Services Piping: (Optional short phrase). 2. Concrete Forms and Accessories: Execution requirements for placement of inserts and sleeves specified by this section. 3. Cast-in-Place Concrete: Execution requirements for placement of concrete house keeping pads specified by this section. 4. Paints and Coatings: Execution requirements for painting material specified by this section. 5. Mechanical Sound, Vibration, and Seismic Control: Product requirements for vibration isolators for placement by this section. 6. Mechanical Identification: Product requirements for pipe identification and valve tags for placement by this section. 7. Wiring Devices: Execution requirements for electric connections to equipment specified by this section. 8. Motors: Product requirements for motors for placement by this section.

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REFERENCES A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. SME B16.1 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) - Cast Iron Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings Class 25, 125, 250 and 800. ASME B16.18 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) - Cast Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings. ASME B16.22 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) - Wrought Copper and Bronze Solder Joint Pressure Fittings. ASME B16.26 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) - Cast Bronze Fittings for Flared Copper Tubes. ASME B31.9 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) - Building Service Piping. ASTM A53 - Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped Zinc Coated, Welded and Seamless. ASTM B32 - Solder Metal. ASTM B42 - Seamless Copper Pipe.
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Crown Home Consultants I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Q. R. S. T. U. V. W. X. Y. Z. ASTM B88 - Seamless Copper Water Tube (ASTM B88M - Seamless Copper Water Tube). ASTM D1785 - Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Plastic Pipe, Schedules 40, 80, and 120. ASTM D2239 - Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe (SIDR-PR) Based on Controlled Inside Diameter. ASTM D2241 - Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Pressure-Rated Pipe (SDR Series). ASTM D2447 - Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe Schedules 40 and 80, Based on Outside Diameter. ASTM D2609 - Plastic Insert Fittings for Polyethylene (PE) Plastic Pipe. ASTM D2662 - Polybutylene (PB) Plastic Pipe (SIDR-PR) Based on Controlled Inside Diameter. ASTM D2666 - Polybutylene (PB) Plastic Tubing. ASTM D2846 - Chlorinated Polyvinyl Chloride (CPVC) Pipe, Fittings, Solvent Cements and Adhesives for Potable Hot Water Systems. ASTM D2855 - Making Solvent-Cemented Joints with Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Pipe and Fittings. ASTM D2996 - Filament-Wound 'Fiberglass' (Glass-Fiber-Reinforced ThermosettingResin) Pipe. ASTM D2997 Centrifugally Cast 'Fiberglass' (Glass-Fiber-Reinforced ThermosettingResin) Pipe. ASTM D3000 - Polybutylene (PB) Plastic Pipe (SDR-PR) Based on Outside Diameter. ASTM D3262 - 'Fiberglass' (Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Thermosetting-Resin) Sewer Pipe. ASTM D3309 - Polybutylene (PB) Plastic Hot- and Cold-Water Distribution System. ASTM D3517 - 'Fiberglass' (Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Thermosetting-Resin) Pressure Pipe. ASTM D3754 - 'Fiberglass' (Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Thermosetting-Resin) Sewer and Industrial Pressure Pipe. ASTM E814 - Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Fire Stops.

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Crown Home Consultants AA. BB. CC. DD. EE. FF. GG. HH. II. JJ. KK. LL. ASTM F437 - Threaded Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) CPVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings, Schedule 80. ASTM F438 - Socket-Type Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings, Schedule 40. ASTM F439 - Socket-Type Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings, Schedule 80. ASTM F441 - Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe, Schedules 40 and 80. ASTM F442 - Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe, (SDR-PR). ASTM F493 - Solvent Cements for Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Plastic Pipe and Fittings. ASTM F708 - Design and Installation of Rigid Pipe Hangers. ASTM F845 - Plastic Insert Fittings for Polybutylene (PB) Tubing. ASTM F1281 - Crosslinked Polyethylene/Aluminum/Crosslinked Polyethylene (PEXAL-PEX) Pressure Pipe. ASTM F1282 - Polyethylene/Aluminum/Polyethylene (PE-AL-PE) Composite Pressure Pipe. AWS A5.8 (American Welding Society) - Brazing Filler Metal. MSS SP-67 (Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry) Butterfly Valves.

MM. MSS SP69 (Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry) Pipe Hangers and Supports - Selection and Application. NN. OO. PP. QQ. RR. MSS SP-70 (Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry) Cast Iron Gate Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends. MSS SP-71 (Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry) Cast Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends. MSS SP-78 (Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry) Cast Iron Plug Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends. MSS SP-80 (Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry) Bronze Gate, Globe, Angle and Check Valves. MSS SP-85 (Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry) Cast Iron Globe & Angle Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends.
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Crown Home Consultants SS. TT. UU. VV. MSS SP89 (Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry) Pipe Hangers and Supports - Fabrication and Installation Practices. MSS SP-110 (Manufacturers Standardization Society of the Valve and Fittings Industry) - Ball Valves Threaded, Socket-Welding, Solder Joint, Grooved and Flared Ends. UL 1479 (National Fire Protection Association) - Fire Tests of Through-Penetration Firestops. ASME A1126.1 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers) - Water Hammer Arrestors.

WW. ASSE 1011 (American Society of Sanitary Engineering) - Hose Connection Vacuum Breakers. XX. YY. ZZ. ASSE 1012 (American Society of Sanitary Engineering) - Backflow Preventers with Immediate Atmospheric Vent. ASSE 1013 (American Society of Sanitary Engineering) - Backflow Preventers, Reduced Pressure Principle. ASSE 1019 (American Society of Sanitary Engineering) - Wall Hydrants, Frost Proof Automatic Draining Anti-Backflow Types.

AAA. AWWA C506 (American Water Works Association) - Backflow Prevention Devices Reduced Pressure Principle and Double Check Valve Types. BBB. PDI WH-201 (Plumbing and Drainage Institute) - Water Hammer Arrestors. CCC. ASHRAE 90A (American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineers) - Energy Conservation in New Building. 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. B. Submittal Procedures: Submittal procedures. Product Data: 1. Submit data on pipe materials; pipe fittings, valves, and accessories. Submit manufacturers catalog information. Indicate valve data and ratings. 2. Submit pump type, capacity and power requirements. 3. Submit certified pump curves showing pump performance characteristics with pump and system operating point plot. Include NPSH curve when applicable. 4. Submit electrical characteristics and connection requirements. Manufacturer's Installation Instructions: Submit installation instructions for pumps, valves and accessories. Manufacturer's Certificate: Certify products meet or exceed specified requirements.

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Crown Home Consultants 1.4 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALS A. B. C. 1.5 Execution Requirements: Closeout procedures. Project Record Documents: Record actual locations of valves and equipment. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit spare parts list, exploded assembly views and recommended maintenance intervals.

QUALITY ASSURANCE A. B. Perform Work in accordance with State Municipality Highways Public Work's standard. Maintain one copy of each document on site.

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QUALIFICATIONS A. Manufacturer: Company specializing in manufacturing products specified in this section with minimum three years experience and with service facilities within 100 miles of Project. Installer: Company specializing in performing Work of this section with minimum three years experience

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PRE-INSTALLATION MEETING A. B. Administrative Requirements: Preinstallation meeting. Convene minimum one week prior to commencing Work of this section.

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DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING A. B. C. D. E. Product Requirements: Product storage and handling requirements. Accept valves and equipment on site in shipping containers with labeling in place. Inspect for damage. Provide temporary protective coating on cast iron and steel valves. Provide temporary end caps and closures on piping and fittings. Maintain in place until installation. Protect piping systems from entry of foreign materials by temporary covers, completing sections of the work, and isolating parts of completed system.

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ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS A. B. Product Requirements. Do not install underground piping when bedding is wet or frozen.
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Crown Home Consultants 1.10 FIELD MEASUREMENTS A. 1.11 Verify field measurements prior to fabrication.

WARRANTY A. B. Execution Requirements: Product warranties and product bonds. Furnish five year manufacturer warranty for domestic water piping.

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EXTRA MATERIALS A. B. Execution Requirements: Spare parts and maintenance products. Furnish two packing kits for each size valve, two loose keys for outside hose bibs] [hose end vacuum breakers for hose bibs service kits for and two pump seals for each pump model. PRODUCTS

PART 2 2.1

WATER PIPING, ABOVE GRADE A. PPR Pipe: ASTM D3309. 1. Fittings: ASTM F845, or copper. 2. Joints: Mechanical with copper compression rings.

2.2

FLANGES, UNIONS, AND COUPLINGS

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Pipe Size 3 inches and under: 1. Ferrous pipe: Class 150 malleable iron threaded unions. 2. Copper tube and pipe: Class 150 bronze unions with soldered joints. Pipe Size over 1 inch 1. Ferrous pipe: Class 150 malleable iron threaded or forged steel slip-on flanges; preformed neoprene gaskets. 2. Copper tube and pipe: Class 150 slip-on bronze flanges; preformed neoprene gaskets. Grooved and Shouldered Pipe End Couplings: 1. Housing: Malleable iron clamps to engage and lock, designed to permit some angular deflection, contraction, and expansion; steel bolts, nuts, and washers; galvanized for galvanized pipe. 2. Sealing gasket: "C" shape composition sealing- gasket. Dielectric Connections: Union with galvanized or plated steel threaded end, copper solder end, water impervious isolation barrier.

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Crown Home Consultants 2.3 PIPE HANGERS AND SUPPORTS A.

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Plumbing Piping: Conform to ASME B31.9, ASTM F708 MSS SP58 , MSS SP69 or MSS SP89. Hangers for Pipe Sizes 1/2 to 1-1/2 inch Carbon steel, adjustable swivel, split ring. Hangers for Cold Pipe Sizes 2 inches and Over: Carbon steel, adjustable, clevis. Hangers for Hot Pipe, Sizes 2 to 4 inches Carbon steel, adjustable, clevis. Hangers for Hot Pipe, Sizes 6 inches and Over: Adjustable steel yoke, cast iron pipe roll and double hanger. Multiple or Trapeze Hangers: Steel channels with welded supports or spacers and hanger rods. Multiple or Trapeze Hangers for Hot Pipe Sizes 6 inches and Over: Steel channels with welded supports or spacers and hanger rods, cast iron roll. Wall Support for Pipe Sizes to 3 inches Cast iron hooks. Wall Support for 4 inch and over Pipe Size: Welded steel bracket and wrought steel clamps. Wall Support for Hot Pipe Sizes 6 inches and Over: Welded steel bracket and wrought steel clamp with adjustable steel yoke and cast iron pipe roll. Vertical Support: Steel riser clamp. Floor Support for Cold Pipe: Cast iron adjustable pipe saddle, lock nut, nipple, floor flange, and concrete pier or steel support. Floor Support for Hot Pipe Sizes to 4 inches Cast iron adjustable pipe saddle, lock nut, nipple, floor flange, and concrete pier or steel support. Floor Support for Hot Pipe Sizes 6 inches and Over: Adjustable cast iron pipe roll and stand, steel screws, and concrete pier or steel support. Copper Pipe Support: Carbon steel ring, adjustable, copper plate

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O. 2.4

GATE VALVES A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Up To and including 3 inches 1. MSS SP-80, Class 150bronze body, bronze trim, rising stem, hand wheel, inside screw, solid wedge disc, solder or threaded ends.
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2 inches and Larger: 1. MSS SP-70, Class 125 iron body, bronze trim, outside screw and yoke, hand wheel, solid wedge disc, flanged ends. Furnish chain-wheel operators for valves 6 inches and larger mounted over 8 feet above floor.

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GLOBE VALVES A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Up To and including 3 inches 1. MSS SP-80, Class 125 bronze body, bronze trim, hand wheel, bronze or Teflon disc, solder or threaded ends. 2 inches and Larger: 1. MSS SP-85, Class 125 iron body, bronze trim, hand wheel, outside screw and yoke, renewable bronze plug-type disc, renewable seat, flanged ends. 2. Furnish chain-wheel operators for valves 6 inches and larger mounted over 8 feet above floor.

B.

C.

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BALL VALVES A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Construction, 4 inches and Smaller: MSS SP-110, Class 150, 400 psi CWP bronze, two piece body, chrome plated brass ball, regular port, teflon seats and stuffing box ring, blow-out proof stem, lever handle with balancing stops, solder or threaded ends with union.

B.

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PLUG VALVES A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Construction 2-1/2 inches and Larger: MSS SP-78, 175 psi CWPcast iron body and plug, pressure lubricated, teflon or Buna N packing, flanged or grooved ends. Furnish lever operator with setscrew.

B.

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BUTTERFLY VALVES A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Construction 1-1/2 inches and Larger:
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MSS SP-67, 200 psi CWPcast or ductile iron body, nickel-plated ductile ironaluminum bronze, elastomer coated ductile iron disc, resilient replaceable EPT seat, wafer or grooved ends, extended neck, 10 position lever handle or infinite position lever handle with memory stop Furnish gear operators for valves 8 inches and larger, and chain-wheel operators for valves mounted over 8 feet above floor.

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FLOW CONTROLS A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Construction: Class 150 Brass or bronze body with union on inlet and outlet, temperature and pressure test plug on inlet and outlet, combination blow-down or backflush drain. Calibration: Control flow within 5 percent of selected rating, over operating pressure range of 10 times minimum pressure required for control, maximum minimum pressure 5 psi

B.

C.

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SWING CHECK VALVES A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Up To and Including 3 inches 1. MSS SP-80, Class 125 bronze body and cap, bronze swing disc with rubber seat, solder or threaded ends. 2 inches and Larger: 1. MSS SP-71, Class 125iron body, bronze swing disc, [renewable disc seal and seat, flanged or grooved ends.

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C.

2.11

SPRING LOADED CHECK VALVES A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Class 150 iron body, bronze trim, stainless steel springs, bronze disc, Buna N seals, wafer style ends.

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WATER PRESSURE REDUCING VALVES A. Manufacturers:

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Crane Or approved equal

Up to 2 inches 1. MSS SP-80, bronze body, stainless steel and thermoplastic internal parts, fabric reinforced diaphragm, strainer, [threaded] [and single union] [double union] ends. Over 2 inches 1. MSS SP-85, cast iron body, bronze fitted, elastomeric diaphragm and seat disc, flange

C.

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RELIEF VALVES A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Pressure Relief: 1. AGA Z21.22 certified, bronze body, teflon seat, steel stem and springs, automatic, direct pressure actuate Temperature and Pressure Relief: 1. AGA Z21.22 certified, bronze body, teflon seat, stainless steel stem and springs, automatic, direct pressure actuated, temperature relief maximum 210 degrees F capacity ASME SEC IV certified and labeled.

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C.

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STRAINERS A. Manufacturers: 1. Crane Or approved equal Size 2 inch and under: 1. Threaded brass body for 175 psi CWP, Class 150, threaded bronze body 300 psi CWP, Y pattern with 1/32 inch stainless steel perforated screen. Size 1-1/2 inch to 4 inch 1. Class 125, flanged iron body, Y pattern with 1/16-inch stainless steel perforated screen. Size 5 inch and Larger: 1. Class 125, flanged iron body, basket pattern with 1/8 inch stainless steel perforated screen.

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HOSE BIBS A. Interior: Bronze or brass with integral mounting flange, replaceable hexagonal disc, hose thread spout, chrome plated where exposed with hand wheel lock shield and removable key, integral vacuum breaker in conformance with ANSI/ASSE 1011.
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Crown Home Consultants B. Interior Mixing: Bronze or brass, wall mounted, double service faucet with hose thread spout, integral stops, chrome plated where exposed with hand wheels, and vacuum breaker in conformance with ANSI/ASSE 1011.

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BACKFLOW PREVENTERS A. Reduced Pressure Backflow Preventers: ANSI/ASSE 1013 or AWWA C506 1. Bronze body, with bronze internal parts and stainless steel springs. 2. Two independently operating, spring loaded check valves; diaphragm type differential pressure relief valve located between check valves; third check valve opening under back pressure in case of diaphragm failure; non-threaded vent outlet; assembled with two gate valves, strainer, and four test cocks. Double Check Valve Assemblies: ANSI/ASSE 1012 or AWWA C506; Bronze body with corrosion resistant internal parts and stainless steel springs; two independently operating check valves with intermediate atmospheric vent.

B.

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WATER HAMMER ARRESTORS A.

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copper construction, bellows type sized in accordance with PDI WH-201. Pre-charged suitable for operation in temperature range -100 to 300 degrees F and maximum 250 psi 150 psi working pressure. yed lock. EXECUTION

C. PART 3 3.1

EXAMINATION A. B. Administrative Requirements: Coordination and project conditions. Verify excavations are to required grade, dry, and not over-excavate

3.2

PREPARATION A. B. Ream pipe and tube ends. Remove burrs. Bevel plain end ferrous pipe. Remove scale and dirt, on inside and outside, before assembly.

3.3

INSTALLATION A. B. Install non-conducting dielectric connections wherever jointing dissimilar metals. Route piping in orderly manner and maintain gradient. Route parallel and perpendicular to walls.
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Crown Home Consultants C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. N. O. P. Install piping to maintain headroom without interfering with use of space or taking more space than necessary. Group piping whenever practical at common elevations. Install piping to allow for expansion and contraction without stressing pipe, joints, or connected equipment. Provide clearance in hangers and from structure and other equipment for installation of insulation and access to valves and fittings. Provide access where valves and fittings are not exposed. Coordinate size and location of access doors with Section 08310. Establish elevations of buried piping outside the building to obtain Where pipe support members are welded to structural building framing, scrape, brush clean, and apply one coat of zinc rich primer to welding. Provide support for utility meters in accordance with requirements of utility companies. Prepare exposed, unfinished pipe, fittings, supports, and accessories ready for finish painting. Excavate and backfill in accordance with Section 02324 Install valves with stems upright or horizontal, not inverted. Install water piping in accordance with ASME B31.9. Sleeve pipes passing through partitions, walls and floors. Inserts: 1. Provide inserts for placement in concrete forms. 2. Provide inserts for suspending hangers from reinforced concrete slabs and sides of reinforced concrete beams. 3. Provide hooked rod to concrete reinforcement section for inserts carrying pipe over 4 inches 4. Where concrete slabs form finished ceiling, locate inserts flush with slab surface. 5. Where inserts are omitted, drill through concrete slab from below and provide through-bolt with recessed square steel plate and nut above slab. Pipe Hangers and Supports: 1. Install in accordance with ASME B31.9, ASTM F708, and MSS SP89. 2. Support horizontal piping as schedule 3. Install hangers to provide minimum 1/2 inch space between finished covering and adjacent work. 4. Place hangers within 12 inches of each horizontal elbow.

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6. 7. 8. 9. 10. R.

Use hangers with 1-1/2 inch minimum vertical adjustment. Design hangers for pipe movement without disengagement of supported pipe. Support vertical piping at every floor. Support riser piping independently of connected horizontal piping. Where piping is installed in parallel and at same elevation, provide multiple pipe or trapeze hangers. Provide copper plated hangers and supports for copper piping, sheet lead packing between hanger or support and piping. Prime coat exposed steel hangers and supports. Hangers and supports located in crawl spaces, pipe shafts, and suspended ceiling spaces are not considered expose Provide hangers adjacent to motor driven equipment with vibration isolation

Install potable water protection devices on plumbing lines where contamination of domestic water may occur; on boiler feed water lines, janitor rooms, fire sprinkler systems, premise isolation, irrigation systems, flush valves, interior and exterior hose bibs. Pipe relief from valves, back-flow preventers and drains to nearest floor drain. Install water hammer arrestors complete with accessible isolation valve on hot and cold water supply piping to lavatories, sinks or washing machine outlets Install air chambers on hot and cold water supply piping to each fixture or group of fixtures (each washroom). Fabricate same size as supply pipe or 3/4 inch minimum, and minimum 18 inches long. Pumps:
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Provide shaft length allowing sump pumps to be located minimum 24 inches below lowest invert into sump pit and minimum 6 inches clearance from bottom of sump pit. Provide air cock and drain connection on horizontal pump casings. Provide line sized isolating valve and strainer on suction and line sized soft seated check valve and balancing valve on discharge. Decrease from line size with long radius reducing elbows or reducers. Support piping adjacent to pump so no weight is carried on pump casings. Provide supports under elbows on pump suction and discharge line sizes 4 inches and over. Provide pumps to operate at specified system fluid temperatures without vapor binding and cavitation, are non-overloading in parallel or individual operation, and operate within 25 percent of midpoint of published maximum efficiency curve. Align and verify alignment of base mounted pumps prior to start-up.

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Crown Home Consultants 3.4 SERVICE CONNECTIONS A. Provide new water service complete with approved reduced pressure ,double check backflow preventer and water meter with by-pass valves pressure reducing valve, and sand strainer. Provide sleeve in wall for service main and support at wall with reinforced-concrete bridge. Caulk enlarged sleeve and make watertight with pliable material. Anchor service main inside to concrete wall. Provide 18 gage galvanized sheet metal sleeve around service main to 6 inch above floor and 6 feet minimum below grade. Size for minimum of 2 inches of loose batt insulation stuffing.

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PART 4 3.1 INTERFACE WITH OTHER PRODUCTS A. B. C. D. E. F. G. 3.2 Install unions downstream of valves and at equipment or apparatus connections. Install brass male adapters each side of valves in copper piped system. Solder adapters to pipe. Install gate, ball or butterfly valves for shut-off and to isolate equipment, part of systems, or vertical risers. Install globe, ball or butterfly valves for throttling, bypass, or manual flow control services. Provide lug end butterfly valves adjacent to equipment when functioning to isolate equipment. Provide spring loaded check valves on discharge of water pumps. Provide flow controls in water circulating systems where indicate

ERECTION TOLERANCES A. B. Quality Requirements: Tolerances. Slope water piping minimum 0.25 percent and arrange to drain at low points.

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CLEANING A. B. Execution Requirements: Final cleaning. Disinfecting of Domestic Water

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Crown Home Consultants C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. Disinfect water distribution system in accordance with Section 02516. Prior to starting work, verify system is complete, flushed and clean. Verify pH of water to be treated is between 7.4 and 7.6 by adding alkali (caustic soda or soda ash) or acid (hydrochloric). Inject disinfectant, free chlorine in liquid, powder and tablet or gas form, throughout system to obtain residual from 50 to 80 mg/L. Bleed water from outlets to obtain distribution and test for disinfectant residual at minimum 15 percent of outlets. Maintain disinfectant in system for 24 hours. When final disinfectant residual tests less than 25 mg/L, repeat treatment. Flush disinfectant from system until residual concentration is equal to incoming water or 1.0 mg/L. Take samples no sooner than 24 hours after flushing, from 10 percent of outlets and from water entry, and analyze in accordance with AWWA C651.

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