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shall include detailed drawings of all duct banks, underground
conduit, above ground conduit, motor control centers, PLC control panels, control
drawings. These drawings shall indicate exact location of all underground electrical
wiring and fiber optic cable.
The Engineer shall provide electronic copies of all drawings in the bid plans set for use by the
contractor.
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PART 1 - GENERAL
1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTS
A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and
Supplementary Conditions and Division 1 Specification Sections, apply to this
Section.
1.2 SUMMARY
A. _ This Section includes the following:
1. Identification for raceway and metal-clad cable.
2. Identification for conductors and communication and control cable.
3. Underground-line warning tape.
4, Warning labels and signs.
5. Instruction signs.
6. Equipment identification labels.
7. Miscellaneous identification products.
1.3 SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: For each electrical identification product indicated.
B. Identification Schedule: An index of nomenclature of electrical equipment and
system components used in identification signs and labels.
C. Samples: For each type of label and sign to illustrate size, colors, lettering style,
mounting provisions, and graphic features of identification products.
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QUALITY ASSURANCE
Comply with ANSI A13.1, ANSI C2, and ANSI 2635.4.
Comply with NFPA 70.
Comply with 29 CFR 1910.145.
COORDINATION
Coordinate identification names, abbreviations, colors, and other features with
requirements in the Contract Documents, Shop Drawings, manufacturer's wiring
diagrams, and the Operation and Maintenance Manual, and with those required by
codes, standards, and 29 CFR 1910.145. Use consistent designations throughout
Project.
Coordinate installation of identifying devices with completion of covering and
painting of surfaces where devices are to be applied.
Coordinate installation of identifying devices with location of access panels and doors.
Install identifying devices before installing acoustical ceilings and similar
concealment.
Install all signs and labels horizontal (level) and consistent for similar equipment and
panels.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 RACEWAY AND METAL-CLAD CABLE IDENTIFICATION MATERIALS
A. Comply with ANSI A13.1 for minimum size of letters for legend and for minimum
length of color field for each raceway and cable size.
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B. Self-Adhesive Vinyl Labels: Preprinted, flexible label laminated with a clear,
weather- and chemical-resistant coating and matching wraparound adhesive tape for
securing ends of legend label.
C. Snap-Around Labels: Slit, pretensioned, flexible, preprinted, color-coded acrylic
sleeves, with diameter sized to suit diameter of raceway or cable it identifies and to
stay in place by gripping action.
D. Self-Adhesive Vinyl Tape: Colored, heavy duty, waterproof, fade resistant; 2 inches
wide; compounded for outdoor use
2.2 CONDUCTOR AND COMMUNICATION- AND CONTROL-CABLE
IDENTIFICATION MATERIALS
A. Aluminum Wraparound Marker Labels: Cut from 0.014-inch- thick aluminum sheet,
with stamped, embossed, or scribed legend, and fitted with tabs and matching slots for
permanently securing around wire or cable jacket or around groups of conductors.
2.3 MISCELLANEOUS IDENTIFICATION PRODUCTS
A. Cable Ties: Fungus-inert, self-extinguishing, 1-piece, self-locking, Type 6/6 nylon
cable ties.
1. Minimum Width: 3/16 inch.
2. Tensile Strength: 50 lb, minimum.
3. Temperature Range: Minus 40 to plus 185 deg F.
4. Color: Black, except where used for color-coding.
B. Paint: Paint materials and application requirements are specified in Division 9
painting Sections.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 APPLICATION
A. Accessible Raceways and Metal-Clad Cables, 600 V or Less, for Service, Feeder, and
Branch Circuits More Than 30 A: Identify with snap-around label. @
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1. Snap-Around Labels: Slit, pretensioned, flexible, preprinted, color-coded acrylic
sleeves, with diameter sized to suit diameter of raceway or cable it identifies and
to stay in place by gripping action.
B. Accessible Raceways and Cables of Auxiliary Systems: Identify the following
systems with color-coded, snap-around, color-coding bands:
1. | Snap-Around Labels: Slit, pretensioned, flexible, preprinted, color-coded acrylic
sleeves, with diameter sized to suit diameter of raceway or cable it identifies and
to stay in place by gripping action.
2. Fire Alarm System: Red.
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Fire-Suppression Supervisory and Control System: Red and yellow.
4. Combined Fire Alarm and Security System: Red and blue.
5. Security System: Blue and yellow.
6. | Mechanical and Electrical Supervisory System: Green and blue.
7. Telecommunication System: Green and yellow.
8. Control Wiring: Green and red.
C. Power-Circuit Conductor Identification: For primary and secondary conductors
No. 1/0 AWG and larger in vaults, pull and junction boxes, manholes, and handholes
use metal tags. Identify source and circuit number of each set of conductors. For
single conductor cables, identify phase in addition to the above.
1. Metal Tags: Brass or aluminum, 2 by 2 by 0.05 inch, with stamped legend,
punched for use with self-locking nylon tie fastener.
D. Branch-Circuit Conductor Identification: Where there are conductors for more than
three branch circuits in same junction or pull box, use color-coding conductor tape.
Identify each ungrounded conductor according to source and circuit number.
1. | Color-Coding Conductor Tape: Colored, self-adhesive vinyl tape not less than 3
mils thick by | to 2 inches wide.
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Conductors to Be Extended in the Future: Attach write-on tags to conductors and list
source and circuit number.
Write-On Tags: Polyester tag, 0.015 inch thick, with corrosion-resistant grommet
and polyester or nylon tie for attachment to conductor or cable.
Marker for Tags: Permanent, waterproof, black ink marker recommended by tag
manufacturer.
Auxiliary Electrical Systems Conductor Identification: Identify field-installed alarm,
control, signal, sound, intercommunications, voice, and data connections.
Identify conductors, cables, and terminals in enclosures and at junctions,
terminals, and pull points. Identify by system and circuit designation.
Use system of marker tape designations that is uniform and consistent with
system used by manufacturer for factory-installed connections.
Coordinate identification with Project Drawings, manufacturer's wiring diagrams,
and Operation and Maintenance Manual.
Marker Tapes: Vinyl or vinyl-cloth, self-adhesive wraparound type, with circuit
identification legend machine printed by thermal transfer or equivalent process.
Locations of Underground Lines: Identify with underground-line warning tape for
power, lighting, communication, and control wiring and optical fiber cable. Install
underground-line warning tape for both direct-buried cables and cables in raceway.
During backfilling of trenches install continuous underground-line warning tape
directly above line at 12 inches above duct. Use multiple tapes where width of
multiple lines installed in a common trench or concrete envelope exceeds 16 inches
overall.
Description:
a. Permanent, bright-colored, continuous-printed, polyethylene tape.
b. Not less than 6 inches wide by 4 mils thick.
Compounded for permanent direct-burial service.
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Embedded continuous metallic strip or core.
e. Printed legend shall indicate type of underground line.
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H. Warning Labels for Indoor Cabinets, Boxes, and Enclosures for Power and Lighting:
Comply with 29 CFR 1910.145 and apply self-adhesive warning labels. Identify
system voltage with black letters on an orange background. Apply to exterior of door,
cover, or other access.
1. | Equipment with Multiple Power or Control Sources: Apply to door or cover of
equipment including, but not limited to, the following:
Power transfer switches.
b. Controls with external control power connections.Equipment Requiring
Workspace Clearance According to NFPA 70: Unless otherwise indicated,
apply to door or cover of equipment but not on flush panelboards and
similar equipment in finished spaces.
2. Comply with NFPA 70 and 29 CFR 1910.145.
Self-Adhesive Warning Labels: Factory printed, multicolor, pressure-sensitive
adhesive labels, configured for display on front cover, door, or other access to
equipment, unless otherwise indicated.
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4. Baked-Enamel Warning Signs: Preprinted aluminum signs, punched or drilled for
@ fasteners, with colors, legend, and size required for application. 1/4-inch
grommets in corners for mounting. Nominal size, 7 by 10 inches.
5. Metal-Backed, Butyrate Warning Signs: Weather-resistant, nonfading,
preprinted, cellulose-acetate butyrate signs with 0.0396-inch galvanized-steel
backing; and with colors, legend, and size required for application. 1/4-inch
grommets in corners for mounting. Nominal size, 10 by 14 inches.
6. | Warning label and sign shall include, but are not limited to, the following legends:
a. Multiple Power Source Warning: "DANGER - ELECTRICAL SHOCK
HAZARD - EQUIPMENT HAS MULTIPLE POWER SOURCES."
b. Workspace Clearance Warning: "WARNING - OSHA REGULATION -
AREA IN FRONT OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT MUST BE KEPT
CLEAR FOR 36 INCHES.”
I. Instruction Signs:
1. Operating Instructions: Install instruction signs to facilitate proper operation and
maintenance of electrical systems and items to which they connect. Install
instruction signs with ENGINEER/OWNER APPROVED instructions where
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needed for system or equipment operation. Instructions are needed for all
equipment unless otherwise noted.
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Signs shall be engraved, laminated acrylic or melamine plastic, minimum
1/16 inch thick for signs up to 20 sq. in. and 1/8 inch thick for larger sizes.
The engraved legend shall be % “ White letters on Brown face, and punched
or drilled for mechanical fasteners.
The signs shall be installed with stainless hardware.
Emergency Operating Instructions: Install emergency operating instruction signs
at equipment used for power transfer, safety shutdown, or any other locations
requiring operation in an emergency.
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Signs shall be engraved, laminated acrylic or melamine plastic, minimum
1/16 inch thick for signs up to 20 sq. in. and 1/8 inch thick for larger sizes.
The engraved legend shall be 4 “ White letters on Red face, and punched or
drilled for mechanical fasteners.
The signs shall be installed with stainless hardware.
Equipment Identification Labels: On each unit of equipment, install unique
designation label that is consistent with wiring diagrams, schedules, and Operation
and Maintenance Manual. Apply
