PART 3
EXECUTION
3.1
INSTALLATION
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NOTE: Mounting heights, clearances, access,
operating devices, insulation, and accessories for
hospital plumbing fixtures shall comply with Chapter
18, Provisions for the Physically Handicapped, in
Department of Defense Construction Criteria Manual
4270.1-M.
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Installation of hospital plumbing fixture systems shall be in accordance
with the ICC IPC. When fixtures require both hot water and cold water
supplies, provide the hot water supply to the left of the cold water
supply. Off-the-floor supports shall conform to ASME A112.6.1M.
3.2
DISINFECTION
Disinfect the new water piping [and existing water piping affected by
Contractor's operations] in accordance with AWWA C651. Fill the piping
systems with solution containing minimum of 50 mg/kg parts per million (ppm)
of available chlorine and allow solution to stand for a minimum of 24
hours. Flush the solution from the systems with clean water until maximum
residual chlorine content is not greater than 0.2 mg/kg ppm.
3.3
FIELD TESTING
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NOTE: With approval of the Engineering Field
Division, Naval Facilities Engineering Command
Mechanical Design Branch, use the current Plumbing
Code which is recognized by the state in which the
project is located.
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Before final acceptance of the work, test each fixture as in service to
demonstrate compliance with the contract requirements. Perform the
following tests in addition to the tests specified in the ICC IPC. Correct
all defects in the work provided by the Contractor, and repeat the tests
until the work is in compliance with contract requirements. Furnish
equipment, instruments, connecting devices, and personnel for the tests.
3.3.1
Water Piping
Test water piping as specified in Section 15400 PLUMBING SYSTEMS.
3.3.2
DWV Piping
Test DWV piping as specified in Section 15400 PLUMBIGN SYSTEMS.
3.3.3
Upon completion and sterilization and prior to acceptance of the
installation, the Contractor shall subject the plumbing system to operating
tests to demonstrate satisfactory, functional, and operating efficiency.
Such operating tests shall cover a period of not less than [_____] hours
SECTION 15411N
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