Submittal Sheet

A. All equipment or components of this specification section shall meet or exceed
the requirements and quality of the items herein specified, or as denoted on the
drawings.
B. Ensure pump operation at specified system fluid temperatures without vapor
binding and cavitation, are non-overloading in parallel or individual operation,
and operate to ANSI/HI 9.6.3.1 standard for Preferred Operating Region (POR)
unless otherwise approved by the engineer. The pump NPSH shall confirm to the
ANSI/HI 9.6.1-1997 standards for Centrifugal and Vertical Pumps for NPSH Margin.
C. Ensure pump pressure ratings are at least equal to system’s maximum
operating pressure at point where installed, but not less than specified.
D. Equipment manufacturer shall be a company specializing in manufacture,
assembly, and field performance of provided equipment with a minimum 20
years of experience.
E. Equipment provider shall be responsible for providing certified equipment start-
up and, when noted, an in the field certified training session. New pump start-
up shall be for the purpose of determining pump alignment, lubrication, voltage,
and amperage readings. All proper electrical connections, pump’s balance,
discharge and suction gauge readings, and adjustment of head, if required. A
copy of the start-up report shall be made and sent to both the contractor and to
the Engineer.
1.05 PRODUCT HANDLING:
A. Protection: Use all means necessary to protect equipment before, during, and
after installation.
B. Replacement and Repair: All scratched, dented, and otherwise damaged units
shall be repaired or replaced as directed by the Architect Engineer.
1.06 REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS:
A. Conform to Health/Life Safety Code for Public Schools
B. Conform to International Mechanical Code
C. Conform to BOCA National Building Code
D. Conform to BOCA National Fire Protection Code
E. Conform to State of Illinois Plumbing Code
F. Conform to National Electric Code NFPA 70
G. Conform to Illinois Accessibility Code
H. Conform to applicable ANSI/HI standards
I. Products: Listed and classified by Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. as suitable
for the purpose specified and indicated.
1.07 SUBMITTAL:
A. Submit each item in this article according to the Conditions of the Contract and
Division 1 Specification Sections.
B. Submit manufacturer’s installation instructions under provisions of General
Conditions and Division 1.