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SECTION 15990 - TESTING AND BALANCING
PART 1. - GENERAL
1.1 SUMMARY
A. Test all piping systems as required by code and governing agencies. Certificates of
Approval shall be furnished to Owner that all tests have been completed.
B. All domestic water piping systems shall be disinfected in accordance to State and Local
Codes. A 50 ppm water-chlorine solution must be allowed to stand in the potable water
distribution system for at least 24 hours before flushing and returning to service.
PART 2. - PRODUCTS
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PART 3. - EXECUTION
3.1 GENERAL
A. When the work has been completed, balance the air flow from each diffuser and register
in accordance with the recommendations of the diffuser manufacturer, selling dampers,
controls and/or other volume control devices in such a manner as to produce the air flow
rate indicated on the drawings. Test to the satisfaction of the Engineer to insure for
satisfactory operation of all equipment.
B. Submit five (5) copies of certified Test and Balance Report to the Engineer for approval.
Submittal shall include certified Test and Balance Reports and shop drawing(s)
identifying all air terminal devices as listed in the Test and Balance Report and the
equipment as it is identified on the Mechanical Plans.
C. Test and start-up all equipment supplied under this contract. Provide all reports
necessary to assure the Engineer and Owner that all functions of each piece of
equipment have been thoroughly evaluated and deemed operable as designed.
D. Plumbing:
1. Defects: Contractor shall be responsible for defects which develop in the systems
caused by faulty workmanship, material or equipment and shall replace any such
faulty workmanship, material or equipment during a period of 1 year from date of
final acceptance. Acceptance of the work shall not waive the guarantee.
2. Approval: Inspect and test plumbing work for approval by Architect/ Engineer or a
designated representative.
3. Tests: Tests shall be made in the presence of the Architect/Engineer or a
designated representative. Tests shall be made, at Contractor’s expense, and a
certification furnished to the Architect/Engineer stating that satisfactory tests
have been made.
4. Piping: Tests of piping systems, except final test of complete systems, shall be
made before piping is covered or connected to fixtures and equipment. Tests
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