01800-4
EQUIPMENT/ SYSTEM TESTING CERTIFICATION
not exceed 90 dBA, as measured 3 feet from the unit under free field
conditions.
a. Each unit shall be monitored for compliance independently with other
area equipment deactivated.
b. For monitoring, the equipment will be run under normal operation
conditions.
c. Contractor shall provide certified proof of calibration for instrument
utilized to measure noise level.
6. Other specific requirements as outlined within the individual specifications
sections.
Each piece of equipment shall be tested sufficiently to ensure that all features
required to be demonstrated and/or verified are within acceptable limits.
Where multiple units are provided, each unit shall under go equipment certification
testing procedures individually and then with multiple units on-line to verify the
total systems output capacity and performance.
The Contractor shall provide all power, chemical, tools, equipment, piping, labor,
water fuel, etc. as required for startup and testing. Contractor is responsible for
taking all required samples and testing samples at an independent lab, unless
otherwise indicated elsewhere. All waste materials shall be disposed of by the
Contractor in an environmentally acceptable manner at no additional cost to the
Owner.
All equipment provided on the project shall be demonstrated to function properly.
Demonstration as a component of an overall system shall not relieve the Contractor
of his responsibilities to demonstrate proper operation or verify specific
requirements for each individual component.
Minimum Certified Equipment Testing Requirements for Pumps:
1. If sufficient sewage or water is not available for tests, Contractor will provide
water at his expense for testing, if so directed.
2. During tests, observe and record head, output, rpm and motor input.
Sufficient test points shall be obtained to develop accurate pump system
curve. If multiple operational points are specified, compliance with all points
must be sufficiently demonstrated.
3. Fully demonstrate ability to operate at specified conditions without motor
overload.
4. For mechanical seals, after a run-in period of 30 minutes, the seal area shall be
wiped dry. The pump shall be operated for a 10 minute period. No
measurable leakage shall be detected from the mechanical seal.
5. Refer to Section 15400, as applicable, for additional details.
Minimum Certified Equipment Testing Requirements for Blowers/Fans:
1. During tests, observe and record pressure, unit rpm's and motor input. If
multiple operational points are specified, compliance with all points must be
sufficiently demonstrated.
2. Fully demonstrate ability to operate at specified conditions without motor
overload.
3. Refer to Section 15600 and 15907, as applicable, for additional details.
Minimum Certified Equipment Testing Requirements for Instrumentation/Control
Systems:
1. All instruments shall be calibrated in the presence of the Engineer.
2. All transmitters or direct-operated receivers shall be calibrated to impose input
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