RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE A. Wiring devices: Section 16140

PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.01 MATERIALS

A. Outlet boxes shall be in accordance with Federal Specification W-J-800c. Square cornered and straight side gang boxes, 4 inch octagon concrete rings and 4 inch octagon hung ceiling boxes with bars may be of the folded type. All boxes installed in plenum ceilings shall be of the one-piece deep drawn type.

B. Threaded hub type outlet boxes shall be in accordance with Federal Specification W-C-586z.

C. Outlet boxes in the following locations shall be of the hot dipped galvanized cast iron, threaded hub type, with gasketed weatherproof stainless steel covers:

1. Interior locations where exposed to moisture laden atmosphere.

2. Where specifically called for on plans or in details.

3. Outlet boxes for vapor proof fixtures.

D. Box depths greater than 2-1/8 inches shall not be used for obtaining the necessary volume, but may be used to facilitate the installation. Octagonal hung ceilings boxes having suspension bars shall be 3-1/2 inches deep. Rectangular boxes for interconnection of branch circuit conduits shall be 2-1/2 inches deep.

E. Outlet boxes, except as specified above, for wall switches and receptacles shall be not less than 4 inches square by 1-1/2 inches deep for multi-gang boxes. Outlet boxes for switches

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and receptacles surface mounted on unfinished walls shall be threaded hub type with covers to fit the devices.

F. Where conduits are concealed, outlet boxes for ceiling fixtures and interior bracket fixtures shall not be smaller than 4 inches in diameter by 1-1/2 inches deep. Plaster covers for bracket fixtures shall have openings approximately 3 inches in diameter. Where conduits are exposed, outlet boxes for ceiling fixtures and bracket fixtures shall be threaded hub type to provide a seat for the fixture canopy. Outlet boxes for lamp receptacles shall be similar to outlet boxes for bracket fixtures, except that diameters and covers shall suit the lamp receptacles specified.

G. Outlet boxes for telephone and signal shall be of the type herein before specified for switch and receptacle outlets, unless otherwise noted or indicated.

H. Outlet boxes for future conduit extensions shall be not less than 4 inches square by 1-1/2 inches deep and shall be provided with extension rings and blank covers. Extension rings shall be fully exposed and all side knockouts shall be unused for future conduit connections.

I. Outlet boxes mounted in ceramic tile, wood bases, fabric wall panels, marble and other similar wall materials shall have square corner device cover plates.

J. Flush floor boxes for power shall be Hubbell Catalog No. 2527 or equivalent Thomas &

Betts, Steel City, or approved equal. Floor service fittings for attachment to flush floor boxes shall be as required for the specific outlet types indicated on the contract drawings and shall match the appearance of the service fitting for fire rated poke through fittings specified in Section 16140.

K. Flush floor boxes for communication cabling where called for shall be as manufactured by FSR Inc. 11 ga. Steel 10”x12”x4” model FL-500 P for concrete, model FL-540 P for raised floors. Covers shall be brass with carpet flange dimensions as selected by the architect.

PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.01 INSTALLATION

A. Outlet boxes shall be provided with only the conduit openings necessary to accommodate the conduits at the individual locations. Each box shall be large enough to accommodate the required number and sizes of conduits, wires and splices in accordance with National Electric Code requirements. The necessary volume shall be obtained in each case by using a box of the proper dimensions and not by the use of an extension ring.

B. Outlet boxes shall be fastened in position, using any of the fasteners, except powder driven type, specified under Section 16111. Outlets in suspended ceilings occurring at locations other than at main ceiling support members shall be provided with auxiliary metal cross members suspended directly from building structure.

C. Ceiling outlet boxes for suspended lighting fixtures shall be accurately located in the exact positions required for the fixture stems that will carry the conductors to be fixture housings.

OUTLET BOXES D. Outlet boxes for future conduit extensions shall be installed flush unless otherwise noted.

E. Floor outlet boxes installed in concrete floors slabs shall be completely enveloped in concrete except at top.

F. Section or gangable boxes shall not be used.

G. The mounting heights of the various electric outlets shall, in general, be as shown on the drawings or as given below. In certain locations, the required heights will vary in order to accommodate equipment being located in tile work, to be located properly in the architectural design or as otherwise indicated on the electrical drawings.

In such cases, the exact location shall be as shown on architectural detail drawings, or shall be determined at the building site by the Architect's representative. Except as noted on the contract drawings, the height to the center of the outlets measured from finished floors, shall be as follows:

1. Lighting switches - 44” centerline of box.

2. Duplex receptacles, except as noted on drawings -1'-6" centerline of box.

3. Wall mounted exit lights - Bottom of exit light - 2" above top of door frame.

4. Pushbuttons for power and signal - 4'4” centerline of box.

5. Individually mounted magnetic motor starters - 5'-0".

6. Manual Motor starters - 4'-0".

7. Fire Alarm visual/audible units - 6" below finished ceiling height or 96" from finished floor which ever is least distance from floor.

8. Telephone outlets except as noted on drawings - 1'-6" centerline of box.

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WIRING DEVICES PART 1 - GENERAL

1.01 RELATED DOCUMENTS

A. All of the Project "General Documents" apply to work specified in this Section; consult them in detail for applicable instructions. Particular attention is called to Paragraph G5-K.8, therein.

B. Manufacturers referenced in the technical specifications are for the purpose of establishing a standard of quality. Alternate manufacturers providing the same quality materials or equipment will be given consideration by the Architect and/or Engineer if they are notified in writing per General Conditions Par. G5-K.6.

C. Section 15000 - Special Requirements for Mechanical and Electrical Work shall apply.

D. Section 15005 - Vibration Isolation and Seismic Restraints for HVAC, Fire Protection, Electrical and Plumbing.

1.02 RELATED WORK SPECIFIED ELSEWHERE

A. Nameplates and Device Plate Markings: Section 16055.

1.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Submit product data in accordance with General and Special Conditions.

PART 2 – PRODUCTS