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Section 26 00 05
Basic Electrical Requirements
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Use this Section to specify basic electrical requirements, i.e. "general" requirements applicable to most
or all electrical work, for projects where the electrical work is relatively simple and straightforward.
Refer to Data Sheet - General for additional guidelines on appropriate use of this Section.
This is a "broadscope" Section. It contains the same requirements as are specified in the other
"mediumscope" BMS Sections under the "Basic Electrical Requirements" broadscope heading, except
in abbreviated form. If this Section is used, Sections 26 00 10 through 26 01 90 and 26 05 53 should
normally not be used.
There may however be some exceptional circumstances where using both this broadscope Section and
one or two mediumscope or narrowscope Sections may be appropriate. For example, it may be
appropriate to use another separate Section to specify an item not covered in this Section, or to specify
an item in greater detail than what is provided in this Section. If this is to be done, take extreme care in
editing to ensure proper coordination among the Sections and to avoid specifying the same
requirements twice.
This Master Specification Section contains:
1.
This Cover Sheet
2.
Data Sheet - General
3.
Specification Section Text:
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2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
9.
10.
Regulatory Requirements
Shop Drawings, Product Data and Samples
Operation and Maintenance Data
Record Drawings
Coordination
Source of Supply
Reference Standards
Product Options and Substitutions
Testing.
Electrical Identification
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Data Sheet - General
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Section 26 00 05
Basic Electrical Requirements
Division 26 of the Basic Master Specification contains the following "broadscope" Sections which may
be suitable for use on projects where the electrical work is relatively simple and straightforward:
.1
.2
.3
.4
Section 26 00 05 - Basic Electrical Requirements
Section 26 05 01 - Basic Electrical Materials and Methods
Section 26 24 05 - Service and Distribution
Section 26 50 20 - Lighting
Determine whether use of these abbreviated "broadscope" Sections is appropriate, based on project
scope and complexity and the following general guidelines. Use the broadscope Sections where:
.1
.2
.3
.4
system voltage is 120/208 V,
system amperage is 400 A or less,
electrical system is relatively small and simple, and
project requires few or no systems and components that are not covered in, or cannot be readily
added to, the broadscope Sections, i.e. use of separate mediumscope or narrowscope Sections
in addition to the broadscope Sections will be minimal.
Refer to latest edition of Alberta Design Requirements for Buildings ("Red Book") for electrical design
requirements.
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Section 26 00 05
Basic Electrical Requirements
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REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
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Comply with Safety Codes Act and rules and regulations made pursuant thereto,
including the Canadian Electrical Code.
.2
Unless otherwise indicated, all references to "Canadian Electrical Code" or "CEC" shall
mean the edition of the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1, and the variations
made thereto by Alberta regulation, which are in force on the date of bid closing for the
Contract.
.3
All electrical products shall be tested, certified and labelled in accordance with a
certification program accredited by the Standards Council of Canada. Where a product is
not so labelled, provide written approval by the authority having jurisdiction.
.4
Submit to authority having jurisdiction and utility company, necessary number of
drawings and specifications for examination and approval prior to commencement of
electrical work. Pay associated fees.
.5
Submit to Minister, copy of electrical permit obtained from authority having jurisdiction.
.6
If authority having jurisdiction conducts an electrical inspection, submit copy of
certificate of acceptance provided by authority having jurisdiction.
2.
SHOP DRAWINGS, PRODUCT DATA AND SAMPLES
.1
Comply with requirements of Section 01 33 00.
.2
Submit shop drawings, product data and samples, as specified, indicating details of
construction, dimensions, capacities, weights and electrical performance characteristics
of equipment and materials.
.3
Provide product data for the following:
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.2
.3
.4
.5
.6
.7
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Panelboards.
Luminaires.
Motor control.
Fire alarm panels and components.
Control panels.
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Other items, as requested by Minister.
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OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA
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Provide the following for all systems and components:
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Manufacturer's product data, including performance curves and schematic and
wiring diagrams for all electrical control systems.
.2
Manufacturer's installation instructions.
.3
Manufacturer's operation instructions.
.4
Manufacturer's maintenance instructions, including complete parts list for all
serviceable components.
.2
Provide a comprehensive list of Subcontractors, Sub-subcontractors and suppliers who
supplied and installed systems and components.
.3
Provide copies of all inspection certification reports from authorities having jurisdiction.
4.
RECORD DRAWINGS
.1
Record actual locations of all pull boxes, panelboards, luminaires, feeders, electrical
equipment and electrical site services.
.2
Record any changes to circuit designations.
5.
COORDINATION
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6.
Coordinate work specified in Division 26 with work specified in other Divisions. Ensure
that proper arrangements and provisions are made for work specified in Division 26.
SOURCE OF SUPPLY
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7.
All like materials shall be by a single manufacturer.
REFERENCE STANDARDS
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Comply with standards of following organizations:
.1
Electrical and Electronic Equipment Manufacturers Association of Canada
(EEMAC).
.2
Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers (IEEE).
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PRODUCT OPTIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS
.1
Refer to [Section 01 62 00] [Section 00 72 14 - General Conditions] for requirements
pertaining to product options and substitutions.
SPEC NOTE: Refer to "Section 00 72 14 - General Conditions" only when the Small Projects
Master Specification (SPMS) is being used and Basic Master Specification (BMS) Section 01 62 00 is
not.
9.
TESTING
.1
10.
Prior to energizing any portion of the electrical system, perform megger tests on all parts
of the distribution system. Results shall meet the requirements of the CEC, authority
having jurisdiction and the Contract Documents.
ELECTRICAL IDENTIFICATION
.1
Colour Identification of Equipment:
.1
Electrical equipment shall be prefinished in coded colours as follows:
.1
.2
.3
.4
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.2
.2
Refer to "Alberta Infrastructure Colour Coding Requirements for Mechanical and
Electrical Systems" document for specific paint colour numbers.
.3
Where impracticable to obtain equipment prefinished in coded colours, equipment
may be site painted in coded colours. Coordinate with work specified in Section
09 91 30.
Nameplate Identification: Identify following equipment with lamicoid nameplates, 3 mm
thick, black face, white core, mechanically attached, 20 mm high with 8 mm high letters:
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.2
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.6
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120/208V or 120/240V Line Voltage Equipment: grey.
Fire Alarm System Equipment: red.
Telephone Cabinets: green.
Ballast Cabinets: green.
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Panelboards.
Disconnection switches, magnetic motor starters and contactors.
Transformers.
Wireways.
Line voltage cabinets and enclosures.
Low voltage cabinets and enclosures.
Pull and junction box covers over 100 mm size.
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Panelboard Directories: Identify loads controlled by each overcurrent protective device
in each panelboard, by means of a typewritten panelboard directory.
.4
Colour Identification of Conduit and Cable: Identify all systems, except line voltage,
with paint or colour banding tape as specified in Section 09 91 30. Coordinate with work
specified in Section 09 91 30 and ensure correct colour coding.
SPEC NOTE: If Section 09 91 30 will not be included in project specifications, revise above and
specify additional requirements here.
.5
.6
.7
Identification of Pull and Junction Boxes: Identify boxes for all systems, except line
voltage, as follows:
.1
Boxes over 100 mm size: Spray paint inside and outside of boxes in coded
colours.
.2
Boxes 100 mm or less in size: Spray paint inside of boxes in coded colours.
Apply permanent identifying markings directly to box covers using indelible
black ink.
Colour Identification of Wiring:
.1
Identify No. 4/0 AWG wiring and smaller by continuous insulation colour.
.2
Identify wiring larger than No. 4/0 AWG by continuous insulation colour or by
colour banding tape applied at each end and at splices.
.3
Colour coding shall be in accordance with Canadian Electrical Code.
.4
Maintain phase sequence and colour coding throughout each system.
Name/Number Identification of Wiring:
.1
Identify No. 8 AWG wiring and smaller using one of the following materials:
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.2
.3
.4
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Heat shrink sleeves, blank.
Clear plastic tape wrap-on strips with white writing section.
Wrap-on strips, pre-numbered.
Slip-on identification bead markers or sleeves, blank or pre-numbered.
.2
Type or print on blank wire identification materials using indelible black ink.
.3
Identify wiring at all pull boxes, junction boxes, and outlet boxes for all systems.
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Identify each conductor as to panel and circuit, terminal, terminal numbers,
system number scheme, and polarization, as applicable.
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