the General Services Administration (GSA) Chief
Information Officer (CIO) homepage for Y2K
procurement, contracting, and legal issues;
http://y2k.lmi.org/gsa/y2kproducts contains
information on vendor product compliance.
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Provide computer controlled facility components, specified in this section,
that are Year 2000 compliant (Y2K). Computer controlled facility
components refers to software driven technology and embedded microchip
technology. This includes, but in not limited to, programmable
thermostats, HVAC controllers, utility monitoring and control systems, and
other facilities control systems utilizing microcomputer, minicomputer, or
programmable logic controllers.
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NOTE: Equipment having a higher efficiency than
required by ASHRAE 90.1 or FS A-A-50502 shall be
specified if shown to be life-cycle cost effective.
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2.2
ROOM AIR CONDITIONERS
AHAM RAC-1 and UL 484. Minimum energy efficiency ratio (EER) shall be [in
accordance with ASHRAE 90.1.] [ _____ EER.] Provide units removable from
inside the building for servicing without removing the outside cabinet.
Construct outside cabinets, including metal grilles to protect condenser
coils, of zinc-coated steel or aluminum. Steel and zinc-coated surfaces
shall receive at least one coat of primer and manufacturer's standard
factory-applied finish
Insulate cabinets to prevent condensation and run
off of moisture. Provide mounting hardware made of corrosion-resistant
material or protected by a corrosion-resistant finish. Provide air filters
of the [throw-away] [or] [permanent washable] type removable without the
use of tools and arranged to filter both room and ventilating air. Remove
condensate by means of a drain or by evaporation and diffusion. Provide
with metal or plastic mounting flanges on each side, top, and bottom of
unit. For thru-the-wall installations provide aluminum or shop painted
zinc-coated steel flanged telescopic wall sleeves. Design wall sleeves to
restrict driving rain. For window mounted units provide shop-painted metal
mounting brackets, braces, and sill plates. Mount compressors on vibration
isolators. Minimum cooling capacity shall be not less than that indicated.
Provide units listed in the AHAM RAC-1. [Provide light tight units
serving dark rooms.]
2.2.1
Units for Operation on 115 Volts
Provide 3-wire cords of manufacturer's standard length. If not existing,
provide a receptacle within reach of the standard length cord. Cords shall
have a 15- or 20-amp, 3-pole, 125-volt ground type plug to match receptacle.
2.2.2
Units for Operation on 208 or 230 Volts
Provide 3-wire cords of manufacturer's standard length. If not existing,
provide a receptacle within reach of the standard length cord. Cords shall
have a 15-, 20-, or 30-amp, 3-pole, 250-volt ground type plug to match
receptacle.
SECTION 15730N
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