Radha Krishna Temple Construction
FACILITY SANITARY SEWER
PLUMBING SPECIFICATIONS
PLUMBING
FACILITY SANITARY SEWERAGE
P A R T 1 - G E N E R A L
SCOPE
This section contains specifications for plumbing pipe and pipe fittings for this project. Included are the following topics:
PART 1 - GENERAL
Scope
Reference
Reference Standards
Shop Drawings
Quality Assurance
Delivery, Storage, and Handling
Design Criteria
Welder Qualifications
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
Sanitary Waste and Vent
Acid Waste and Vent
PART 3 - EXECUTION
General
Preparation
Erection
Copper Pipe Joints
Threaded Pipe Joints
Solvent Welded Pipe Joints
Mechanical Hubless Pipe Connections
Mechanical Joint Pipe Connections
Push-On Gasketed Pipe Connections
Mechanical Grooved Pipe Connections
Mechanically Formed Tee Fittings
Sanitary Waste and Vent
Piping System Leak Tests
Construction Verification Items
RELATED WORK
Section 01 91 01 or 01 91 02 – Commissioning Process
Section 22 08 00 – Commissioning of Plumbing
22 05 29 - Hangers and Supports for Plumbing Piping and Equipment
22 05 14 - Plumbing Specialties
REFERENCE
Applicable provisions of Division 1 govern work under this section.
REFERENCE STANDARDS
ANSI A21.4
ANSI A21.11
ANSI A21.51
ANSI B16.3 Malleable Iron Threaded Fittings
ANSI B16.4 Cast Iron Threaded Fittings
ANSI B16.5 Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings
ANSI B16.22 Wrought Copper and Wrought Copper Alloy Solder Joint Pressure Fittings
ANSI B16.29 Wrought Copper and Wrought Copper Alloy Solder Joint Drainage Fittings - DWV
ASTM A53 Pipe, Steel, Black and Hot-Dipped, Zinc Coated Welded and Seamless
ASTM A74 Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings
ASTM A105 Forgings, Carbon Steel, for Piping Components
ASTM A126 Gray Cast Iron Castings for Valves, Flanges, and Pipe Fittings
ASTM A234 Pipe Fittings of Wrought Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel for Moderate and Elevated Temperatures
ASTM A861 High Silicon Iron Pipe and Fittings
ASTM A888 Hubless Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings for Sanitary and Storm Drain, Waste, and Vent Piping Applications
ASTM B32 Solder Metal
ASTM B306 Copper Drainage Tube (DWV)
ASTM B813 Liquid and Paste Fluxes for Soldering Applications of Copper and Copper Alloy Tube
ASTM C76 Reinforced Concrete Culvert, Storm Drain and Sanitary Pipe
ASTM C564 Standard Specifications for Rubber Gaskets for Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings
ASTM C1540 Standard Specifications for Heavy Duty Shielded Couplings Joining Hubless Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings
ASTM D1785 Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic Pipe
ASTM D2241 Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Pressure-Rated Pipe (SDR Series)
ASTM D2466 Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic Pipe Fittings, Schedule 40
ASTM D2564 Solvent Cements for Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic Pipe and Fittings
ASTM D2665 Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic Drain, Waste and Vent Pipe and Fittings
ASTM D2729 Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings
ASTM D2774 Recommended Practice for Underground Installation of Thermoplastic Pressure Piping
ASTM D2855 Making Solvent Cemented Joints with Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Pipe and Fittings
ASTM D3034 Type PSM Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC) Sewer Pipe and Fittings
ASTM D3139 Joints for Plastic Pressure Pipes Using Flexible Elastomeric Seals
ASTM D3212 Joints for Drain and Sewer Plastic Pipes Using Flexible Elastomeric Seals
ASTM D3222 Unmodified Poly Vinylidene Fluoride (PVDF) Molding Extrusion and Coating Materials
ASTM D3311 Drain, Waste and Vent (DWV) Plastic Fitting Patterns
ASTM F2618 CPVC Pipe and Fittings for Chemical Waste Drainage Systems
AWS A5.8 Brazing Filler Metal
CISPI 301 Hubless Cast Iron Soil Pipe and Fittings for Sanitary and Storm Drain, Waste and Vent Piping Applications
CISPI 310 Couplings For Use In Connection With Hubless Cast Iron Soil Pipe And Fittings For
Sanitary And Storm Drain, Waste And Vent Piping Applications
SHOP DRAWINGS
Schedule from the contractor indicating the ASTM, or CISPI specification number of the pipe being proposed along with its type and grade if known at the time of submittal, and sufficient information to indicate the type and rating of fittings for each service.
QUALITY ASSURANCE
Substitution of Materials: Refer to Section GC – General Conditions of the Contract, Equals and Substitutions.
Order all copper, cast iron, steel, PVC and polyethylene pipe with each length marked with the name or trademark of the manufacturer and type of pipe; with each shipping unit marked with the purchase order number, metal or alloy designation, temper, size, and name of supplier.
Any installed material not meeting the specification requirements must be replaced with material that meets these specifications without additional cost to the State.
DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
Promptly inspect shipments to ensure that the material is undamaged and complies with specifications.
Cover pipe to prevent corrosion or deterioration while allowing sufficient ventilation to avoid condensation. Do not store materials directly on grade. Protect pipe, tube, and fitting ends so they are not damaged. Where end caps are provided or specified, take precautions so the caps remain in place. Protect fittings, flanges, and unions by storage inside or by durable, waterproof, above ground packaging.
Offsite storage agreements will not relieve the contractor from using proper storage techniques.
Storage and protection methods must allow inspection to verify products.
DESIGN CRITERIA
Use only new material, free of defects, rust and scale, and meeting the latest revision of ASTM, or CISPI specifications as listed in this specification.
Construct all piping for the highest pressures and temperatures in the respective system.
Piping that is not in accordance with ASTM E-84/UL723 for flame spread of <25 and smoke development of <50 shall not be utilized in ventilation plenum spaces, including plenum ceilings.
Where weld fittings or mechanical grooved fittings are used, use only long radius elbows having a centerline radius of 1.5 pipe diameters.
Where ASTM A53 type F pipe is specified, grade A type E or S, or grade B type E or S may be substituted at Contractor's option. Where the grade or type is not specified, Contractor may choose from those commercially available.
Where ASTM B88, type L H (drawn) temper copper tubing is specified, ASTM B88, type K H (drawn) temper copper tubing may be substituted at Contractor's option.
WELDER QUALIFICATIONS
Welding procedures, welders, and welding operators for all building service piping to be in accordance with certified welding procedures of the National Certified Pipe Welding Bureau and Section 927.5 of ASME B31.9 Building Services Piping or AWS 10.9 Qualification of Welding Procedures and Welders for Piping and Tubing. Before any metallic welding is performed, Contractor to submit his Standard Welding Procedure Specification together with the Procedure Qualification Record as required by Section 927.6 of ASME B31.9 Building Services Piping.
P A R T 2 - P R O D U C T S
SANITARY WASTE AND VENT
Interior Above Ground:
Hubless cast iron soil pipe and fittings, ASTM A888; with no-hub couplings, CISPI 301, CISPI 310, ASTM A74. Pipe and fittings shall be marked with the collective trademark of the Cast Iron Pipe Institute or receive prior approval of the Engineer. Cast iron piping and fittings shall be of A B & I Foundry, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, or Tyler Pipe manufacturers.
Type M copper water tube, H (drawn) temper, ASTM B88; with cast copper drainage fittings (DWV), ANSI B16.23; wrought copper drainage fittings (DWV), ANSI B16.29; lead free (<.2%) solder, ASTM B32; flux, ASTM B813; copper phosphorous brazing alloy, AWS A5.8 BCuP.
PVC plastic pipe, Schedule 40, Class 12454 (PVC 1120), ASTM D1785; PVC plastic drain, waste and vent pipe and fittings, ASTM D2665; socket fitting patterns, ASTM D3311; primer, ASTM F656; solvent cement, ASTM D2564.
Above ground PVC should not be used where smoke generation, noise transmission or physical abuse/durability are an issue.
CPVC plastic pipe, Schedule 40, ASTM D1784, Class 23447 Type IV, with drainage pattern fittings per ASTM D3311, Solvent cement joints utilizing one step primerless cement as approved by the manufacturer. All fittings and pipe shall be tested and listed in accordance with CAN/ULC S102.2 and tested in general accordance with ASTM E-84/UL723 for flame spread of <25 and smoke development of <50. CPVC pipe and fittings shall be of Charlotte Chem Drain or Spears Lab Waste manufacturers, or equal.
CPVC material should be used for plenum areas, greasy waste systems, and areas where high temperature (up to 220 degrees F) discharge are possible.
Pressurized Interior Above Ground:
PVC Plastic pipe, Schedule 40, Class 12454, where temperature will not exceed 130 degrees F, ASTM D1784, ASTM D1785, with solvent cement joint fittings, pressure rated, ASTM D2466, medium or long sweep radius fittings; primer, ASTM F656; solvent cement, ASTM D2564.
Type L copper water tube, H (drawn) temper, ASTM B88; with cast copper drainage fittings (DWV), ANSI B16.23; wrought copper drainage fittings (DWV), ANSI B16.29; lead free (<.2%) solder, ASTM B32; flux, ASTM B813.
Interior Below Ground:
Cast iron soil pipe and fittings, hub and spigot, service weight, ASTM A74, with neoprene rubber compression gaskets, ASTM C564, CISPI 301, and CISPI HSN 85. Pipe and fittings shall be marked with the collective trademark of the Cast Iron Pipe Institute. Cast iron piping and fittings shall be of A B & I Foundry, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, or Tyler Pipe manufacturers.
PVC plastic pipe, Schedule 40, Class 12454 (PVC 1120), ASTM D1785; PVC plastic drain, waste and vent pipe and fittings, ASTM D2665; socket fitting patterns, ASTM D3311; primer, ASTM F656; solvent cement, ASTM D2564.
CPVC material should be copied and pasted from the above ground material section above for areas with high temperature discharge and greasy waste systems. Cast iron piping for underground systems should be avoided. Plastic material is preferred.
Exterior Below Ground 10" and Smaller:
Non-reinforced concrete sewer, storm drain and culvert pipe, Class III, ASTM C14; rubber gasket joints, ASTM C443; bell and spigot ends with opposing shoulder or confined O-ring seal configuration, ASTM C302.
Exterior Below Ground 15" and Smaller:
Cast iron soil pipe and fittings, CISPI 301, ASTM A74 or ASTM A888 with neoprene rubber compression gaskets, ASTM C564 and CISPI HSN 85. Pipe and fittings shall be marked with the collective trademark of the Cast Iron Pipe Institute. Cast iron piping and fittings shall be of A B & I Foundry, Charlotte Pipe and Foundry, or Tyler Pipe manufacturers.
PVC plastic pipe, Schedule 40, Class 12454 (PVC 1120), ASTM D1785; PVC plastic drain, waste and vent pipe and fittings, ASTM D2665; socket fitting patterns, ASTM D3311; primer, ASTM F656; solvent cement, ASTM D2564.
Type PSM PVC sewer pipe and socket fittings, SDR 35, Class 12454-B (PVC 1120), ASTM D3034; primer, ASTM F656; solvent cement, ASTM 2564; or integral bell and flexible elastomeric seal, ASTM D3212.
Corrugated PVC pipe and fittings with smooth interior, ASTM F949; gasketed joint, ASTM D3212; elastomeric gasket, ASTM F477.
Pressurized Below Ground 3" and Smaller:
PVC Plastic pipe, schedule 40, Class 12454, where temperature will not exceed 130 degrees F, ASTM D1784, ASTM D1785, with solvent cement joint fittings, pressure rated, ASTM D2466, medium or long sweep radius fittings; primer, ASTM F656; solvent cement, ASTM D2564.
Type K copper water tube, H (drawn) temper, ASTM B88; with cast copper drainage fittings (DWV), ANSI B16.23; wrought copper drainage fittings (DWV), ANSI B16.29; lead free (<.2%) solder, ASTM B32; flux, ASTM B813.
Pressurized Below Ground 3" and Larger:
PVC pressure pipe, DR 18, Class 150, AWWA C900; with integral bell and elastomeric gaskets, ASTM D3139. Fittings and fitting polyethylene encasement to be same as noted above for ductile iron.
ACID WASTE AND VENT
Mechanical joints are not allowed in acid waste piping, except at sink and fixture outlets at the trap connections; to facilitate maintenance and replacement of traps
CPVC plastic pipe, Schedule 40, ASTM D1784, Class 23447 Type IV, with drainage pattern fittings per ASTM D3311, Solvent cement joints utilizing one step primerless cement as approved by the manufacturer. All fittings and pipe shall be tested and listed in accordance with CAN/ULC S102.2 and tested in general accordance with ASTM E-84/UL723 for flame spread of <25 and smoke development of <50. CPVC pipe and fittings shall be of Charlotte Chem Drain or Spears Lab Waste manufacturers, or equal.
P A R T 3 - E X E C U T I O N
GENERAL
Install pipe and fittings in accordance with reference standards, manufacturers recommendations and recognized industry practices.
PREPARATION
Cut pipe ends square. Ream ends of piping to remove burrs. Clean scale and dirt from interior and exterior of each section of pipe and fitting prior to assembly.
ERECTION
Install all piping parallel to building walls and ceilings and at heights which do not obstruct any portion of a window, doorway, stairway, or passageway. Where interferences develop in the field, offset or reroute piping as required to clear such interferences. Coordinate locations of plumbing piping with piping, ductwork, conduit and equipment of other trades to allow sufficient clearances. In all cases, consult drawings for exact location of pipe spaces, ceiling heights, door and window openings, or other architectural details before installing piping.
Where copper or steel piping is embedded in masonry or concrete, provide protective sleeve covering of elastomeric pipe insulation.
Install underground warning tape 6"-12" below finished grade above all exterior below ground piping. Where existing underground warning tape is encountered, repair and replace.
Maintain piping in clean condition internally during construction.
Provide clearance for installation of insulation, access to valves and piping specialties.
Provide anchors, expansion joints, swing joints and/or expansion loops so that piping may expand and contract without damage to itself, equipment, or building.
Do not route piping through transformer vaults or above transformers, panelboards, or switchboards, including the required service space for this equipment, unless the piping is serving this equipment per NFPA 70, 384-4 and 450-47.
Install all valves and piping specialties, including items furnished by others, as specified and/or detailed. Provide access to valves and specialties for maintenance. Make connections to all equipment, fixtures and systems installed by others where same requires the piping services indicated in this section.
COPPER PIPE JOINTS
Remove all slivers and burrs remaining from the cutting operation by reaming and filing both pipe surfaces. Clean fitting and tube with metal brush, emery cloth or sandpaper. Remove residue from the cleaning operation, apply flux and assemble joint to socket stop. Apply flame to fitting until solder melts when placed at joint. Remove flame and feed solder into joint until full penetration of cup and ring of solder appears. Wipe excess solder and flux from joint.
WELDED PIPE JOINTS
Make all welded joints by fusion welding in accordance with ASME Codes, ANSI B31, and State Codes where applicable. "Weldolets" and "Threadolets" may be used for branch takeoffs up to one-half (1/2) the diameter of the main.
THREADED PIPE JOINTS
Use a thread lubricant or teflon tape when making joints; no hard setting pipe thread cement or caulking will be allowed.
SOLVENT WELDED PIPE JOINTS
Install in accordance with ASTM D2855 "Making Solvent Cemented Joints With PVC Pipe and Fittings". Saw cut piping square and smooth. Tube cutters may be used if they are fitted with wheels designed for use with PVC/CPVC pipe that do not leave a raised bead on pipe exterior. Support and restrain pipe during cutting to prevent nicks and scratches. Bevel ends 10-15 degrees and deburr interior. Remove dust, drips, moisture, grease and other superfluous materials from pipe interior and exterior. Check dry fit of pipe and fittings. Reject materials which are out of round or do not fit within close tolerance. Use heavy body solvent cement for large diameter fittings.
Maintain pipe, fittings, primer and cement between 40 and 100 degrees during application and curing. Apply primer and solvent using separate daubers (3" and smaller piping only) or clean natural bristle brushes about 1/2 the size of the pipe diameter. Apply primer to the fitting socket and pipe surface with a scrubbing motion. Check for penetration and reapply as needed to dissolve surface to a depth of 4-5 thousandths. Apply solvent cement to the fitting socket and pipe in an amount greater than needed to fill any gap. While both surfaces are wet, insert pipe into socket fitting with a quarter turn to the bottom of the socket. Solvent cement application and insertion must be completed in less than 1 minute. Minimum of 2 installers is required on piping 4" and larger. Hold joint for 30 seconds or until set. Reference manufacturer recommendations for initial set time before handling and for full curing time before pressure testing. Cold weather solvent/cement may be utilized only under unusual circumstances and when specifically approved by the DFD Project Representative.
MECHANICAL HUBLESS PIPE CONNECTIONS
Place the gasket on the end of one pipe or fitting and the clamp assembly on the end of the other pipe or fitting. Firmly seat the pipe or fitting ends against the integrally molded shoulder inside the neoprene gasket. Slide the clamp assembly into position over the gasket. Tighten fasteners to manufacturers recommended torque.
MECHANICAL JOINT PIPE CONNECTIONS
Comply with AWWA C600/C605 installation requirements. Clean pipe end and socket. Clean and lubricate pipe end, socket and gasket with soapy water or gasket lubricant. Place gland and gasket, properly oriented, on pipe end. Insert pipe end fully into socket and press gasket evenly into recess keeping joint straight. Press gland evenly against gasket, insert bolts and hand tighten nuts. Make joint deflection prior to tightening bolts. Evenly tighten bolts in sequence to recommended torque.
PUSH-ON GASKETED PIPE CONNECTIONS
Clean pipe end, bell, gasket seat and gasket of dirt or debris. Coat end of pipe and gasket with gasket lubricant. Insure pipe is supported off the ground so lubricant does not pick up dirt. Push spigot end into gasket bell with levered pipe joining tool recommended by pipe manufacturer. Large diameter exterior mains may be joined by pushing end of pipe section with backhoe against wood blocking over pipe end. Insert to fully seated position or to reference mark on pipe.
MECHANICAL GROOVED PIPE CONNECTIONS
Use pipe factory grooved in accordance with the coupling manufacturer's specifications or field grooved pipe in accordance with the same specifications using specially designed tools specially designed for the application. Lubricate pipe and coupling gasket, align pipe, and secure joint in accordance with the coupling manufacturer's specifications.
SANITARY WASTE AND VENT
Verify invert elevations and building elevations prior to installation. Install exterior piping pitched to drain at indicated elevations and slope. Install interior piping pitched to drain at minimum slope of 1/4" per foot where possible and in no case less than 1/8" per foot for piping 3" and larger.
Install exterior piping below predicted frost level and not less than 5' bury depth to top of pipe wherever possible. Where piping is located above predicted frost level, provide frost protection in accordance with SPS 382.30(11)(c).
Flush piping inlets (floor drains, hub drains, mop basins, fixtures, etc.) with high flow of water at completion of project to demonstrate full flow capacity. Remove blockages and make necessary repairs where flow is found to be impeded.
PIPING SYSTEM LEAK TESTS
Isolate or remove components from system which are not rated for test pressure. Perform final testing for medical and lab gas with all system components in place. Test piping in sections or entire system as required by sequence of construction. Do not insulate or conceal pipe until it has been successfully tested.
If required for the additional pressure load under test, provide temporary restraints at fittings or expansion joints. Backfill underground water mains prior to testing with the exception of thrust restrained valves which may be exposed to isolate potential leaks.
For hydrostatic tests, use clean water and remove all air from the piping being tested by means of air vents or loosening of flanges/unions. Measure and record test pressure at the high point in the system.
For air or nitrogen tests, gradually increase the pressure to not more than one half of the test pressure; then increase the pressure in steps of approximately one-tenth of the test pressure until the required test pressure is reached. Examine all joints and connections with a soap bubble solution or equivalent method. System will not be approved until it can be demonstrated that there is no measurable loss of test pressure during the test period.
Inspect system for leaks. Where leaks occur, repair the area with new materials and repeat the test; caulking will not be acceptable.
Entire test must be witnessed by the owner’s representative. All pressure tests are to be documented on forms to be provided to the contractor and all sanitary plumbing must be tested for leaks and such testing inspected by the City of Allen and be executed according to city standards.
Test Initial Test Final Test
System Medium Pressure Duration Pressure Duration
Sanitary Waste and Vent Water N/A 10' water 2 hr
Pressurized Sanitary Waste & Vent Water N/A 100 psig 2 hr
Acid Waste and Vent Water N/A 10' water 2 hr
CONSTRUCTION VERIFICATION ITEMS
Contractor is responsible for utilizing the construction verification checklists supplied under specification Section 22 08 00 in accordance with the procedures defined for construction verification in Section 01 91 01 or 01 91 02.
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