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SECTION 15860
CENTRIFUGAL FANS
12 PART 1 - GENERAL
1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK
A. Provide centrifugal fans called for in the drawing

schedule and as needed for a complete and proper
installation. The types of centrifugal fans specified
herein are: Utility Fans, Tubular Centrifugal Fans,
Roof Type Exhaust Fans, Inline Centrifugal Fans, Wall
Type Exhaust Fans, Ceiling Exhaust Fans and
Laboratory, Kiln Hood and Kitchen Exhaust Fans.
Additionally, Gas Meter Room Exhaust Fans, Bathroom
Exhausters, and Smoke Evacuation Exhaust Fans are
specified herein. Product specific requirements are
contained herein; Section 15501, General Provisions
for Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning Work,
shall be referred to for general requirements.
1.2 COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS
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A. HVAC Contractor shall comply with the commissioning
requirements of contract specification Section S01660.
1.3 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Division 3 Sections
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B. Division 5 Sections
C. Division 7 Sections
D. Division 9 Sections
E. Division 11 Sections
F. Division 15 Sections
G. Division 16 Sections
1.04 SUPPLEMENTAL SUBMITTALS
A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data for

centrifugal fans, including specifications,
installation instructions, start-up instructions,
capacity ratings, fan performance curves with operating
point clearly indicated, and certified fan sound-power
ratings. For laboratory exhaust fans provide
dimensional drawings and product data on each
laboratory exhaust fan assembly. Provide fan curves
for each lab exhaust fan at the specified operation
point, with the flow, static pressure and horsepower
clearly plotted. Provide nozzle velocity of lab
exhaust fan, total exhaust flow, and discharge exhaust
height at specified wind velocity.
B. Shop Drawings: Submit mounting details indicating

location of all fans.

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C. Wiring Diagrams: Submit manufacturer's electrical

requirements for power supply and control wiring to
fan units. Clearly differentiate between portions of
wiring that are factory installed and portions to be
field-installed.
D. Coordination Drawings:
1. Show fan room layout and relationships between

components and adjacent structural and mechanical
elements. Show support locations, type of
support, and weight on each support.
6 2. Roof type and ceiling exhaust fans: Show roof

penetration requirements and reflected ceiling
plans drawn to scale that coordinate roof
penetrations and units mounted above ceiling.
Show the following: roof framing and support
members relative to duct penetrations; ceiling
suspension assembly members; size and location of
initial access modules for acoustical tile;
ceiling-mounted items including light fixtures,
diffusers, grilles, speakers, sprinklers and
access panels.
3. Indicate and certify field measurements.
E. Contractor’s Start-Up and Demonstration Affidavit
F. Certification of operability for smoke control systems

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that are to remain operable following the design

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earthquake ground motion per Section 13.2.2 of ASCE 7-

10.
G. Maintenance data
1. Maintenance Manual
H. Maintenance Materials
1.05 SUPPLEMENTAL QUALITY ASSURANCE
A. All centrifugal fans required under this Section shall

be the product of a single manufacturer.
B. Codes and Standards
1. AMCA Compliance: Provide centrifugal fans bearing

the AMCA Certified Ratings Seal. Sound rate
centrifugal fans in accordance with AMCA 300.
2. ASHRAE Compliance: Test and rate centrifugal fans

in accordance with ASHRAE 51 (AMCA 210):
3. UL Compliance: Provide centrifugal fan electrical

components that have been listed and labeled by
UL. Roof type exhaust fan shall be tested in
accordance with UL 705.
4. NEMA Compliance: Provide motors and electrical

accessories complying with NEMA standards.

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5. All appliances regulated by the New York City

Construction Codes shall be listed and labeled
(reference Sections MC 301.4 and MC 301.6 of the
2014 NYC Mechanical Code). Testing of material
shall be in accordance with Section §28-113 of the
NYC Administrative Code (reference Section MC
301.5). Whenever the NYC Construction Codes or the
Rules of the Department of Buildings requires that
material be listed or labeled and material
proposed to be used is not so listed or labeled,
the use of such material shall be subject to prior
approval by the Commissioner (Office of Technical
Certification and Research OTCR) and such material
shall be used only to the extent set forth in such
approval. Materials that were previously approved
by the Board of Standards and Appeal (BSA) or by
the Department (MEA) before the effective date of
the NYC Construction Codes may continue to be
used, but only to the extent set forth in such
approval, and only if such approval is not
specifically amended or repealed by the
Commissioner.
6. All work shall be in accordance with the NYC

Construction Codes and NYC Electrical Code.
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7. Per Section 6.5.3.1.3 of ASHRAE 90.1-2016 and
Section C403.8.3 of the 2020 New York City Energy
Conservation Code (NYCECC), fans shall have a fan
efficiency grade (FEG) of 67 or higher as defined
by AMCA 205 based on manufacturers’ data certified
by an approved independent testing laboratory.
The following are the exceptions to this

requirement:

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a. Single fans with a motor nameplate horsepower

of 5 hp or less.
b. Fan arrays that have a combined motor

nameplate horsepower of 5 hp or less and are
operated as the functional equivalent of a
single fan.
c. Fans that are part of equipment subjected to

the required minimum listed efficiencies in
Section 6.4.1.1 of ASHRAE 90.1-2016 and
Section C403.3.2 of the 2020 NYCECC.
d. Fans included in an equipment package

certified by an approved agency for air or
energy performance of the equipment package.
e. Powered wall/roof ventilators.
f. Fans outside scope of AMCA 205 (diameters

less than 5” and with less than 1hp).
g. Fans that are intended to only operate during

emergency conditions.
1.06 SUPPLEMENTAL DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

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A. Deliver centrifugal fans with factory-installed

shipping skids and lifting lugs; pack components in
factory-fabricated protective containers.
1.07 SITE CONDITIONS
A. Examine the Drawings, visit the site, and take

measurements to make sure that the equipment will fit
in the spaces allocated, and that the equipment can be
brought through the passages and the doors of the
rooms. Fans too large to pass through these passages
and doorways, shall be shipped "knocked down" and
assembled on site.
1.08 COORDINATION
A. Coordinate size and location of structural-steel

support members.
B. Coordinate size and location of concrete bases. Cast

anchor-bolt inserts into bases. Concrete,
reinforcement, and formwork requirements are specified
in Division 3 Sections.
C. Coordinate installation of roof curbs, equipment

6 supports, and roof penetrations. These items are
specified in Division 7 Sections.
1.09 MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

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A. Maintenance materials: Furnish to the Authority one

pound of the recommended lubricant or the equivalent
number of cartridges for each fan and one lubrication
gun and/or grease gun of the proper type for use with
the cartridges for the entire project. Furnish spare
set of belts for each belt driven fan. Three (3)
master keys for all padlocks shall be furnished and
delivered to the Authority.
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2.01 FANS
A. General
1. Fans shall be of type, capacity, discharge

location, and rotation shown on the Drawings and
constructed for Class 1 operating limits, unless
otherwise indicated. Fans shall be guaranteed not
to overload the motor under any condition.
2. Select fans for the air quantities and static

pressure indicated on the Drawings, of size and
speed so as to allow for a change in volume,
without operating in an unstable range.
3. The requirements of this Section do not apply to

centrifugal fans incorporated in catalogued
completely packaged units, unless otherwise
indicated.
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a. Per Section MC 513.10, equipment utilized in

Smoke Control systems such as fans and
automatic dampers shall be suitable for their
intended use, suitable for the probable
exposure temperatures and shall be as
approved by the Commissioner. Fans shall be
rated and certified by the manufacturer for
the probable temperature rise to which the
components will be exposed. This temperature
rise is _______. Per Section BC 909.4.6 of
the 2014 NYC Building Code, all portions of
active smoke control systems shall be capable
of continued operation after detection of the
fire event for not less than 20 minutes or
1.5 times the calculated egress time,
whichever is more.
b. Per Section BC 909.10.6, Seismic

Requirements, smoke control systems covered
by Section BC 909 are life safety systems and
are required to function after an earthquake.
Hence, smoke control fans shall be
seismically rated. Smoke control systems
shall be seismically designed in accordance
with Section BC 1613 and ASCE 7-10 Section
13.2.2. The component importance factor, Ip,
shall be taken as 1.5 in accordance with ASCE
7-10, Section 13.1.3. The smoke control
system includes all components required for
its operation, including but not limited to
fans, ducts, electrical power, switchboards,
motor control centers, starters, and
controls. Smoke control systems in
structures classified in Seismic Design
Category A or B shall have a component
importance factor, Ip, of 1.0.

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c. Per Section MC 513.10.5, Smoke Control Fans,

in addition to other requirements, belt-
driven fans shall have 1.5 times the number
of belts required for the design duty with
the minimum number of belts being two. Fans
shall be supported and restrained by
noncombustible devices in accordance with the
structural design requirements of the New
York City Building Code. Motors driving fans
shall not be operating beyond their nameplate
horsepower (kilowatts) as determined from
measurement of actual current draw. Motors
driving fans shall have a minimum service
factor of 1.15.
2.02 CENTRIFUGAL FANS
A. Provide centrifugal fans of sizes and arrangement, and

of capacities and having accessories as scheduled and
where shown on the Drawings.
B. Fan Units: Provide factory-assembled and tested fan

units consisting of housing, wheel, fan shaft,
bearings, and side support structure. Prime paint
sheet metal parts prior to assembly. Apply final coat
of enamel to exterior surfaces. Each fan shall bear
the Certified Ratings Performance Seal of the AMCA, do
not cover the seal with paint.
C. Housings: Provide curved scroll housings; lockseam

construction for sizes 36" and smaller, spot welded
construction for sizes 36" to 60", and continuous weld
construction for sizes 66" and larger. Provide
horizontally split housings, bolted together for sizes
66" and larger. Provide spun inlet cones and duct

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connections. Secure stiffening and base member by

welding.
D. Wheels: Provide backwardly inclined plate-type blades

for sizes 22" and smaller, non-power-overloading
backwardly inclined airfoil blades for sizes 22" and
larger. Weld blades to wheel rim and hub plate. Key
wheels to shafts. Statically and dynamically balance
wheels after assembly.
E. Shafts: Construct of solid hot-rolled steel, turned and

polished.
F. Provide either oil lubricated babbitted sleeve bearings

or grease lubricated ball (or roller) bearings, in
accordance with the following requirements.
1. Sleeve Bearings: These bearings shall be lined

with the best grade babbitted metal and shall be
self-lubricated by means of ring oilers. An oil
cup and an oil gauge with shield shall be provided
for each bearing and installed in an accessible
location. Graphite impregnated bearings will not
be accepted. Wearing surfaces of each bearing
shall be self-aligning and large enough to operate
with minimum heating. They shall be enclosed in
heavy wrought or cast iron housings, securely
bolted in place. Bearings on the drive side of
fans shall be non-expansion type, and those on the
opposite side shall be expansion type. Sleeve
bearings shall be by Dodge Manufacturing Corp,
Sleevoil Plain Pillow Blocks or approved equal.

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2. Ball or Roller Bearings
a. These bearings shall be designed for heavy-

duty service. Bearings on drive side of fans
shall be non-expansion type, and those on the
opposite side shall be expansion type.
Bearings shall be self-aligning pillow-block
type with either single row ball or double
row spherical roller in one-piece or two-
piece cast iron housing.
b. Fan manufacturers shall certify that bearings

being furnished have been selected in
accordance with bearing manufacturer's
recommendation for a minimum L-10 life of
100,000 hours, based on the optimum speed
range of the fan's AMCA class.
c. Each bearing shall be equipped with a

lubrication pressure fitting, provided with
pressure relief feature to prevent excessive
pressure build-up on the seals.
d. Each fan having a wheel diameter of 27" or

less shall have two ball bearings, either in
a single pillow block or in separate pillow
blocks.
e. Bearings shall be manufactured by:
Dodge Manufacturing Co.
Fafnir Bearing Co.

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Link-Belt Co.
Sealmaster
SKF Industries.
G. Motors: Provide high energy efficient motors that meet

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2016 as modified by Appendix CA of the 2020 NYCECC.
H. Drive: If "Belt Drive" fans are specified on the

schedules, provide multiple matched V-belt drive with
minimum 1.4 times rated motor horsepower. Provide
adjustable pitch sheave on motor shaft, selected for
midpoint at design conditions. If "Direct Drive" fans
are specified on the schedules, provide a totally
enclosed motor with sealed bearing lubrication.
I. Vibration Control: Provide as specified on Section

5 15503: Vibration Isolation and Seismic Controls, HVAC
Systems or 15504, Vibration Isolation.
J. Accessories: Provide the following accessories as

indicated and/or scheduled on the Drawings:
1. Scroll Bypass Dampers: Provide aluminum scroll

bypass dampers equipped with opposed airfoil
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blades. Provide extruded vinyl seals on blades,
low friction bearings and positive control linkage
for manual or automatic operation.
2. Access Doors: Provide access door in scroll

housing, with latch-type handles, flush mounted

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for un-insulated housings, and raised-mounted for

insulated housings.
2 3. Inlet Vanes: Provide radial inlet vanes in fan

inlets, containing one more vanes than blades on
fan. Provide linkages for manual or automatic
operation. Connect linkages on double width fans
for single operator.
4. Inlet Screens: Provide heavy wire mesh inlet

screens on fan inlets, mounted inside of fan
bearings.
5. Discharge Dampers: Provide heavy gauge steel,

10 opposed blade design discharge dampers in fan
outlet. Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2016
as modified by Appendix CA of the 2020 NYCECC,
systems shall be equipped with Class 1 motorized
dampers (with a maximum leakage rate of 4 cfm/SF
at 1.0” w.c. when tested in accordance with AMCA
500D) that will automatically shut when the
systems or spaces served are not in use.
6. Gravity (non-motorized) exhaust or relief dampers

are acceptable in buildings less than three
stories in height. Gravity (non-motorized)
dampers are acceptable in systems with a design
exhaust capacity of 300 cfm or less. Gravity
dampers shall have a maximum leakage rate of 20
cfm/SF at 1.0” w.c. when tested in accordance with
AMCA 500D. Gravity dampers smaller than 24 inches
in either dimension shall be permitted to have a
leakage of 40 cfm/SF at 1.0” w.c. when tested in
accordance with AMCA 500D. Provide fans with the
damper types as shown on the Drawings.

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6. Drain Connections: Provide 3/4" threaded coupling

drain connection at lowest point of housing.
7. Extended Grease Lines: Extend grease lines from

bearings to outside of inlet duct flange,
terminate with grease fitting.
8. Heat Slingers: Provide metal disc between bearings

and fan wheel to dissipate heat from shaft.
9. Split Housings: Provide flanged, horizontally

split housings.
10. Shaft Seals: For single width fans, provide tight

seal around shaft on drive side.
11. Belt Guards: Provide ventilated belt guards with

tachometer opening in accordance with OSHA
requirements.
K. Approved Manufacturers
Avaho Industries Inc.
Aladdin Heating Corp.
Buffalo Forge Co.
Carnes Company
Champion Blower and Forge, Inc.

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Chicago Blower Corp.
Loren Cook Co.
Greenheck Corp.
New York Blower Co.
PennBarry
Penn Ventilators Co., Inc.
Trane (The) Co.
Snyder General Corp.
Twin City Fan & Blower
2.3 ROOF TYPE EXHAUST FANS
A. Roof type exhaust fans shall be of the power roof

ventilator type complete with motor, frame, housing,
and all other items and accessories. The fan wheel
shall be aluminum. All other parts of the fan with
which the air stream comes in contact shall be
aluminum, stainless steel or reinforced fiberglass
polyester plastic. The use of a heavy gage steel
motor support plate protected with a baked enamel
finish may be accepted.

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B. Fan Unit
1. The fan shall be capable of exhausting the cubic

feet of air per minute with the static pressure,
minimum wheel diameter and speed shown on the
Drawings. After assembly of motor and wheel, the
rotating parts shall be statically and dynamically
balanced at rated speed to provide vibration free
operation.
2. The fan shall be quiet operating, backward curved

centrifugal non-overload type, provided with
approved type belt drive. Direct-connected fans
shall be furnished only when indicated on the
Drawings. Fan drives shall be sized in accordance
with the manufacturer's recommendations. Belts
shall be selected for at least 50% excess motor
horsepower. Motor shall have an adjustable pitch
driving sheave and shall be separated from the air
stream. The motor shall be of size and
characteristics noted on the Drawings with a
terminal box. Wheel and motor support assembly
shall be of heavy gage aluminum, galvanized steel,
or steel which has been thoroughly coated with a
corrosion resisting paint. Fan and motor shall be
supported on vibration isolation mounts. The fan
shall be provided with an inlet ring or core.
3. The frame of the unit shall be made of aluminum or

stainless steel of suitable thickness to insure
structural integrity of the unit. The entire unit
shall be designed to provide for easy removal of
the fan, motor, and all other items and
accessories without disturbing the balance of the
unit.

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C. Housing: The fan unit shall be provided with a closed

weatherproof housing of one of the types indicated
below. Hardware, screws, and all other items and
accessories used in the construction of the fan
housing shall be of stainless steel or non-ferrous
material. Housing shall be provided with 1 brass or
cadmium plated padlock where the hood is hinged, or 2
padlocks where the hood is removable. Housing shall be
of such design as to form a uniform passage for air
all around the rim. The air discharge openings shall
be provided with wire mesh screens of 1/2" mesh, No.
16 gage copper, bronze, aluminum or PVC encapsulated
bird guard with brass or aluminum screws. Screens
shall be securely fastened in place with aluminum,
brass or stainless steel fasteners. Where the fan
design includes an integral wiring conduit, it shall
be large enough to permit passage of a 3/4" conduit
through it. Where an integral wiring conduit is not
included, openings for the passage of 3/4" conduit
(for service wiring) from base of fan into motor
compartment shall be provided by the fan manufacturer.
Low silhouette type housings are not acceptable.
Approved type housings are:
1. Spun Aluminum: This type housing shall be

fabricated from not less than No. 16 gage aluminum
in wheel sizes less than No. 30.
a. The top cover for size No. 30 shall be not

less than No. 16 gage and the skirt, support
7 base and curb shall be not less than No. 16
gage.
b. For size No. 36 fan, the cover, skirt and

7 curb shall be not less than No. 14 gage, and
the support base shall be not less than No.
12 gage.

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c. For size No. 48 fan, the cover shall be not

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less than No. 14 gage, skirt and curb shall
be not less than No. 12 gage and the support
base shall be not less than No. 10 gage.
2. Reinforced plastic: This type housing shall be

dome-shaped, molded and bonded reinforced
fiberglass polyester plastic. Sizes, less than
No. 21 shall have the housing made from not less
than 3/32" thick plastic. Fan size No. 21 and
larger shall be of greater thickness but not less
than 1/8".
D. Thermal Overload Protection: Provide starter with

thermal overload protection and pilot light for each
roof exhaust fan.
E. Disconnecting Switch: Each roof type exhauster with

2-horsepower or smaller motor shall be provided with a
disconnecting switch in general purpose enclosure
mounted inside of the housing near the motor. Wiring
between motor and switch shall be installed by the fan
manufacturer in 1/2" (minimum size) Greenfield
conduit. Disconnect switch shall be positioned in a
location easily accessible for field connection of
service wiring. Conduit outlet from switch shall be
3/4". Disconnect switches for single phase motors
shall be 2-pole, Arrow-Hart No. 6808 or approved
equal; for three phase motors, they shall be 3-pole,
Arrow-Hart No. 7810 or approved equal. Disconnect
switches for roof type exhausters having larger than
2-horsepower motors will be provided within the fan
housing by the Subcontractor for Electric Work.

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F. Dampers: Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2016 as

10 modified by Appendix CA of the 2020 NYCECC, systems
shall be equipped with Class 1 motorized dampers (with
a maximum leakage rate of 4 cfm/SF at 1.0” w.c. when
tested in accordance with AMCA 500D) that will
automatically shut when the systems or spaces served
are not in use. Gravity (non-motorized) exhaust or
relief dampers are acceptable in buildings less than
three stories in height. Gravity (non-motorized)
exhaust capacity of 300 cfm or less. Gravity dampers
shall have a maximum leakage rate of 20 cfm/SF at 1.0”
w.c. when tested in accordance with AMCA 500D.
Gravity dampers smaller than 24 inches in either
dimension shall be permitted to have a leakage of 40
AMCA 500D. Provide fans with the damper types as
shown on the Drawings.
G. Extension for Damper: Every roof exhauster shall have

an extension base at least 12" high, except for fans
serving as kitchen range hood or warming pantry
exhausters. Each 12" extension base shall have an
inspection opening with gasket and No. 14 gage
aluminum cover plate in one side of the base.
Extension bases for fans with motor operated dampers
shall have a weather protected access panel, with
handle, of ample size to permit removal of damper unit
in one side of the extension. Extension base shall
be fabricated from not less than No. 14 gage aluminum
sheets and shapes and shall form a rigid structural
member for the fan and housing mounted upon it.
Extension shall fit the roof curb and shall be secured
to it with stainless steel lag screws or anchor bolts.
H. Bearings: Bearings shall be heavy-duty self-aligning

ball bearing type either permanently lubricated or
equipped with fittings for grease lubrication. In the

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latter case, a grease gun of the proper type shall be

furnished and delivered to the Authority.
I. Approved Manufacturers
Acme Engineering & Manufacturing Co.
Greenheck Fan Corp.
Jenco Fan
Zurn Industries Inc.
PennBarry
Penn Ventilator Co. Inc.
Carnes Company
Trane Co.
Cook (Loren) Co.
2.04 UTILITY FANS
A. Provide utility fans of sizes and arrangement as

indicated and of capacities and having accessories as
scheduled and where shown on the Drawings.

bearings, and fan drive. Clean condition and prime
paint sheet metal parts prior to final assembly.
Apply final coat of enamel to exterior surfaces after
assembly.

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C. Housings: Construct of heavy-gauge steel with side

sheets fastened to scroll sheets by means of deep lock
seam. Provide round inlet collar slip joint discharge
duct connection. Construct housings to be convertible
to 8 standard discharges. Provide adjustable motor
supports.
D. Wheels: Provide forward curved or backward inclined

wheels as scheduled. Provide swaged hubs. Balance
wheels statically and dynamically.
E. Shafts: Construct of ground and polished steel. Apply

rust preventive coating.
F. Bearings: Provide self-aligning, grease-lubricated,

pillow block type bearings, selected for minimum L-10
life of 100,000 hours.
G. Motors: Provide open drip-proof high energy efficient

motors with ball or sleeve bearings. Provide split
phase or capacitor start motors for fractional
horsepower, with resilient base. Provide induction
motors for integral horsepower, with rigid base.
H. Drive: If "Belt Drive" fans are specified on the

adjustable pitch sheave on motor shaft, selected for
midpoint at design conditions. If "Direct Drive" fans
are specified on the schedules, provide a totally
enclosed motor with sealed bearing lubrication.

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I. Vibration Control: Provide as specified in Section

Systems or in Section 15504, Vibration Isolation, HVAC
Systems.
J. Accessories: Provide the following accessories as

1. Dampers: Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2016

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systems or spaces served are not in use. Gravity
(non-motorized) exhaust or relief dampers are
acceptable in buildings less than three stories in
height. Gravity (non-motorized) dampers are
acceptable in systems with a design exhaust
capacity of 300 cfm or less. Gravity dampers
shall have a maximum leakage rate of 20 cfm/SF at
1.0” w.c. when tested in accordance with AMCA
500D. Gravity dampers smaller than 24 inches in
either dimension shall be permitted to have a
2. Access Doors: Provide gasketed access door, with

latch-type handles, in fan housing.
3. Scroll Dampers: Provide single blade damper at top

of fan scroll, with linkage adjustable and locked
to fan housing.

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4. Inlet Screens: Provide removable heavy wire mesh

inlet screens on fan inlets.

6. Weather Hoods: Provide protective weather hoods

with stamped vents over motor and drive
compartment.
K. Approved Manufacturers
Acme Engineering and Mfg. Corp.
Aerovent Inc.
Carnes Company
Central Blower Co.
Champion Blower and Forge, Inc.
Loren Cook Co.
2Greenheck Corp.
New York Blower Co.
PennBarry
Penn Ventilator Co., Inc.
Trane(The) Co.

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2.05 TUBULAR CENTRIFUGAL FANS
A. Provide tubular centrifugal fans of sizes and

arrangement as indicated and having capacities and
accessories as scheduled and where shown on the
Drawings.

bearings, straightening vanes, and motor support.
Prime paint sheet metal parts prior to assembly.
Apply final coat of enamel to exterior surfaces.
C. Housings: Construct housings of low carbon steel with

continuous weld construction, braced to prevent
vibration or pulsation. Provide streamlined inlet and
outlet configurations.
D. Wheels: Provide airfoil type blades of welded

construction. Statically and dynamically balance
wheels before assembly, and balance again in assembled
unit at design rpm.
E. Shafts: Construct of solid hot-rolled steel, turned and

polished. Design to operate at no more than 70% of
first critical speed at top of speed range of fan's
class.
F. Bearings: Ball or roller, self-aligning pillow block

type, with grease lines extended to outside of
housing. Select bearings for minimum L-10 life of
100,000 hours.

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G. Drive: If "Belt Drive" fans are specified on the

adjustable pitch sheave on motor shaft. Locate sheave
in normal midpoint for design conditions. If "Direct
Drive" fans are specified on the schedules, provide a
totally enclosed motor with sealed bearing
lubrication.
I. Motor: Provide open drip-proof high-energy efficient

motor fastened to adjustable motor base.
J. Vibration Control: Provide as specified on Section

Systems or 15504, Vibration Isolation, HVAC Systems.
K. Accessories: Provide the following accessories as

1. Companion Flanges: Provide flanges on inlet and

outlet to accommodate slip connection for
ductwork.
2. Weather Cover: Provide weather-proof cover with

ventilation slots to fit over motor and drive for
outdoor installations.
3. Belt Guard: Provide protective enclosure over

moving parts with opening for tachometer.

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4. Ceiling Brackets: Provide structural angles welded

to housing to accommodate rod hangers for ceiling-
hung fans.
5. Inlet Vanes: Provide radial inlet vanes in fan

2 inlets with linkage suitable for either manual or
automatic operation.
6. Access Doors: Provide access door in housing,

located over wheel in accessible position, hinged
with latch-type handles, flush mounted for
uninsulated housings, raised-mounted for insulated
housings.

8. Screens: Provide heavy mesh removable screens on

fan inlet and outlet.
L. Approved Manufacturers
Acme Engineering and Manufacturing Corp.
Cook (Loren) Co.
Greenheck Corp.
New York (The) Blower Co.
PennBarry
H.K. Porter Co., Inc.
Trane(The) Co.

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Avaho Industries
Carnes Company
2.06 INLINE CENTRIFUGAL FANS
3 A. Provide inline centrifugal fans of sizes and

arrangement as indicated and of capacities and having
accessories as scheduled and where shown on the
Drawings.
B. Housing: Aluminum split or heavy gauge galvanized steel

housing. Square design shall include square duct
mounting collars and support bracket and removable
panels for access to the motor compartment on direct
drive models and access to the shaft and bearing
compartment on belt drive models.
C. Direct-Drive Units: Provide ball bearing motor encased

in housing out of the air stream. Provide factory
wiring to disconnect located outside of fan housing.
D. Belt-Drive Units: Provide ball bearing motor mounted on

adjustable base, with adjustable sheaves. Provide
enclosure around belts. Provide lubricating tubes
from fan bearings to outside of fan housing.
E. Motors shall be permanently lubricated, heavy duty ball

bearing type to match with the fan load and pre-wired
to the specific voltage and phase.

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F. Wheel: Provide aluminum airfoil blades on aluminum hub.
G. Vibration Control: Provide as specified on Section

Equipment or Section 15504, Vibration Isolation.
H. Accessories: Provide the following accessories as

1. Volume Control Damper: Provide manual controlled

volume damper in fan outlet with quadrant and
lock.
2. Companion Flanges: Provide matching flanges on

inlet and outlet to connect ductwork to fan.
3. Fan Guards: Provide guards on inlets and outlets

not connected to ductwork, constructed of expanded
metal in removable frame.
4. Speed Control: For direct drive fans, provide

variable speed switch with off-on control, and
speed control for 100% to 50% of fan air delivery.
Speed or speeds of motors shall be as noted on the
Drawings.
I. Approved Manufacturers
Greenheck Fan Corp.

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PennBarry
Penn Ventilator Co.
Carnes Company
Loren Cook Co.
Trane Co.
2.07 WALL EXHAUST FAN
A. Quiet operating, direct drive centrifugal fan, with an

aluminum, backward curved, non-overloading wheel,
dynamically balanced with motor and enclosed in a fan
housing of spun aluminum all in the location indicated
on the Drawings.
B. Components
1. Fan Housing: Fabricated from heavy gage spun

aluminum, with flanges for anchoring to exterior
wall surfaces. Power assembly shall be isolated
from housing, with stainless steel springs, or
equivalent means as approved. Fan housing shall
be easily removable for access to motor for
servicing.
2. Motor: Speed or speeds of motors shall be as noted

on Drawings. Single-phase fractional horsepower
motors shall be of the capacitor, split phase or
shaded pole type, with ball or lifetime lubricated
bearings and built-in thermal overload protection.

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3. Dampers: Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2016

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systems or spaces served are not in use. Gravity
(non-motorized) exhaust or relief dampers are
acceptable in buildings less than three stories in
height. Gravity (non-motorized) dampers are
acceptable in systems with a design exhaust
capacity of 300 cfm or less. Gravity dampers
shall have a maximum leakage rate of 20 cfm/SF at
1.0” w.c. when tested in accordance with AMCA
500D. Gravity dampers smaller than 24 inches in
either dimension shall be permitted to have a
4. Guards: Fabricate from heavy gage polished steel

wire on maximum 1/2" spacings and install in
discharge openings of fan assembly.
5. Disconnect Switch: Factory mounted, UL approved

moisture tight, disconnect switch, located inside
the motor compartment next to the motor terminal
box.
C. Exhaust fan guards and shutters shall be the product of

the same manufacturer.
D. Exposed fastening devices shall be aluminum or

stainless steel.

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E. Sealant Acrylic Type: FS TT-S-00230.
F. Approved Manufacturers
Acme Engineering & Mfg. Co.
Aladdin Heating Corp.
Greenheck Fan Corp.
Jenco Fan
Carnes Company
Loren Cook Co.
PennBarry
Trane Co.
2.8 CEILING EXHAUST FANS
A. Fans shall be of the electric motor driven centrifugal

type, installed in an insulated sheet steel unit casing
with a decorative air intake grille, slow speed
electric motor, electric terminal box inside housing,
speed controller and outside wall cap.
B. Fan Assembly: True centrifugal wheels, mounted on the

extended shaft of an electric motor. Fabricate fan
scroll from heavy gage sheet steel with a corrosion
resistant coating. Isolate the entire fan assembly
from the unit casing with elastomer type vibration
eliminators. Fan assembly shall be easily removable
from the unit casing.

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C. Unit Casing: Fabricate from heavy gage sheet steel with

a corrosion resistant coating. Acoustically line the
interior surfaces of the casing with fibrous glass,
polymer coated on the exposed side compliant with
UL 181 erosion requirements and the fungi/bacterial
resistance requirements of ASTM C1338, G21, and G22.
Provide discharge outlet complete with backdraft
damper. Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2016 as
modified by Appendix CA of the 2020 NYCECC, systems
are not in use. Gravity (non-motorized) exhaust or
dampers are acceptable in systems with a design exhaust
capacity of 300 cfm or less. Gravity dampers shall
have a maximum leakage rate of 20 cfm/SF at 1.0” w.c.
when tested in accordance with AMCA 500D. Gravity
dampers smaller than 24 inches in either dimension
shall be permitted to have a leakage of 40 cfm/SF at
10
1.0” w.c. when tested in accordance with AMCA 500D.
Provide fans with the damper types as shown on the
Drawings.
D. Electric Motor: Low speed (1200 RPM or below) with

built-in thermal overload protection, designed to
operate on 120-volt, 60 cycle, 1 phase service.
Assembly shall be complete with flexible electric
cord, plug and electrical receptacle inside housing.
The Electrical Contractor shall verify that the fan
motor is suitably grounded.
E. Inlet Air Grille: Steel: Primed and finished with

baked-on white enamel (Refer to Section 09900:
Painting).

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F. Wall Cap: Polished aluminum, with built-in back draft

damper.
G. Approved Manufacturers
Acme Engineering & Manufacturing. Co.
PennBarry
Penn Ventilator Co., Inc.
Carnes Co.
Trane Co.
2.09 BATHROOM EXHAUSTERS
A. Provide bathroom exhausters designed for ceiling

mounting, of type, size, and capacity as shown on the
Drawings. Provide HVI (Home Ventilating Institute)
Certified Ratings Seal.
1. Type: Provide galvanized steel housing with fan

impeller directly connected to motor, and easy
10 removable as unit from housing for service.
Provide integral backdraft damper in fan
discharge. Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-
2016 as modified by Appendix CA of the 2020
NYCECC, systems shall be equipped with Class 1
motorized dampers (with a maximum leakage rate of
4 cfm/SF at 1.0” w.c. when tested in accordance
with AMCA 500D) that will automatically shut when
the systems or spaces served are not in use.

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Gravity (non-motorized) exhaust and relief dampers

are acceptable in buildings less than three
stories in height. Gravity (non-motorized) dampers
are acceptable in systems with a design exhaust
capacity of 300 cfm or less. Gravity dampers shall
have a maximum leakage rate of 20 cfm/SF at 1.0”
dimension shall be permitted to have a leakage of
40 cfm/SF at 1.0” w.c. when tested in accordance
with AMCA 500D. Provide fans with the damper types
as shown on the Drawings.
2. Grille: Provide stainless steel louvered grille

with flange on intake with screw attachment to fan
housing.
3. Motor: Provide permanent split-capacitor motor,

permanently lubricated with grounded cord and
plug.
4. Electrical: Provide junction box for electrical

connection on housing, and receptacle for motor
plug-in. Provide remote fan speed control, solid
state, capable of controlling fan speed from full
speed to approximately half speed.
5. Accessories: Provide the following accessories as

shown on the Drawings:
Combination heater and fan
Combination heater, light and fan
Combination light and fan

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Wall cap
Duct transitions
B. Approved Manufacturers
Rittenhouse Div.; Emerson Electric Company
Thermador/Waste King; Div. of Norris Industries
2.10 LABORATORY FIXED FUME HOOD DUCTED EXHAUST FAN
4 A. Field built-up fan and stack assembly: Laboratory fume

hood utility type exhaust fan shall be belt driven,
with a discharge up blast type. Construction of
housing shall be heavy gage aluminum. The windband
shall have a rolled bead and additional structural
members for added strength. The fan and wheel inlet
cone shall be aluminum with a chemically resistant
coated material; and of the high performance,
centrifugal, blower type. Wheel shall be statically
and dynamically balanced. Motor and drives shall be
isolated from the exhaust airstream. Motors shall be
of the heavy-duty type with permanently lubricated,
sealed ball bearings. Air for cooling the motor shall
be taken into the motor chamber by means of an air
tube from a location free of discharge contaminants.
The wheel shaft shall be mounted in heavy-duty ball
bearings. The entire drive assembly shall be mounted
on rubber vibration isolators. Fans shall be AMCA
approved for sound and air performance. Pulleys shall
be adjustable cast iron keyed to the fan and motor
shafts. The exhaust fans used with laboratory fume
hood exhaust system shall be equipped with a means of
insulating the motor compartment from the chemical
exhaust fumes. The stack attached to the discharge
side of the exhaust fan shall be 12 gauge AISI Type

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316 stainless steel with necked-down diameter exit

cone. The stack diameter and exit cone diameter shall
be as shown on the Drawings. Height of the stack shall
be 10’ minimum above the roof. Guy wires shall be
3/16” diameter aircraft cable, quantity as shown on
the Drawings.
Manufactures: Exhaust fan shall be manufactured by:
Greenheck Fan Corp.
Cook (Loren) Co.
PennBarry
Penn Ventilator Co.
Jenco Fan
Carnes Company
Trane Co.
B. Factory packaged fan and stack assembly alternate
1. General: Fan shall be belt driven and equipped

with lifting lugs. Fan shall be coated steel with
polyester resin, electrostatically applied and
baked. Fasteners shall be stainless steel. Fan
assembly shall be designed for a minimum of 125
MPH wind loading, without the use of guy wires.
Exhaust System shall meet ANSI Z9.5 and ASHRAE
guidelines. Provide a fan isolation damper
fabricated of steel or aluminum and coated with an
electro-statically applied and baked polyester

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resin. Vibration isolators shall be limited to

neoprene/cork vibration pads. Height of the stack
shall be 10’ minimum above the roof. Pipe housing
drain(s) to nearest drain.
2. Fan Housing and Outlet
a. Fan housing shall be aerodynamically designed

with high-efficiency inlet, engineered to
reduce incoming air turbulence.
b. Fan housing shall be welded steel coated with

polyester resin, electrostatically applied
and baked. No uncoated metal fan parts shall
be acceptable.
c. Fan housings that are fabricated of

polypropylene or fiberglass that have lower
mechanical properties than steel, have rough
interior surfaces in which corrosive,
hazardous compounds can collect, and/or which
chalk and structurally degrade due to the UV
component of the sunlight shall not be
acceptable.
d. A high velocity conical discharge nozzle

shall be supplied by the fan manufacturer and
be designed to efficiently handle an outlet
velocity of up to 6000 FPM. Discharge stack
caps or hinged covers, impeding exhaust flow
shall not be permitted.

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e. Provide housing drain for removal of rain and

condensation.
f. A bolted and gasketed access door shall be

supplied in the fan housing allowing for
impeller inspection or removal of impeller,
shaft and bearings without removal of the fan
housing.
3. Fan Impeller shall be centrifugal, backward

inclined, with non-stall characteristics. Fan
impeller shall be manufactured of welded and
coated steel with polyester resin,
electrostatically applied and baked.
4. Fan Air Bypass Plenum
1
a. For constant volume systems, the fan shall be
connected directly to the exhaust duct
without the need of bypass plenum and bypass
damper.
1 b. For variable volume systems, a bypass air

plenum shall be provided as shown on
7 drawings. The plenum shall be equipped with a
bypass air damper and intake air hood with
bird screen for introducing outside air at
roof level upstream of the fan. The plenum
shall be constructed of fully welded steel,
and coated with polyester resin,
electrostatically applied and baked, and
mounted on roof curb as shown on the
drawings. Plenums that are fabricated of
7 plastics or resins that are combustible and
have mechanical properties less than steel

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shall not be acceptable. The bypass air

plenum shall be mounted on factory fabricated
roof curb provided by the fan manufacturer,
as shown on the drawings. Bypass air dampers
shall be opposed-blade design, and coated
with polyester resin, electro-statically
applied and baked.
5. Curb:
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a. Exhaust system manufacturer shall supply a
structural support curb for the factory
packaged fan and stack assembly of specified
height as shown on the drawings. Curb shall
be fabricated of a minimum of 12-gage
corrosion resistant coated steel,
structurally reinforced and insulated. When
properly anchored to the roof structure, the
standard factory packaged fan and stack
assembly shall withstand wind loads of up to
125 mph without additional structural
support.
6. Fan Motors and Drive: Motors shall be premium

efficiency, standard NEMA frame, TEFC with a 1.15
service factor. A factory mounted NEMA 3R
disconnect switch shall be provided for each fan.
Motor maintenance shall be accomplished without
fan impeller removal or requiring maintenance
personnel to access the contaminated exhaust
components. Drive belts and sheaves shall be
sized for 150% of the motor horsepower, and shall
be readily and easily accessible for service, if
required. Drive shall consist of a minimum of two
belts under all circumstances. Shaft shall be
polished and ground steel. Fan shaft bearings
shall be ball or roller pillow block type and be

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sized for an L-10 life of no less than 100,000

hours. Bearings shall be fixed to the fan shaft
using concentric mounting locking collars, which
reduce vibration, increase service life, and
improve serviceability. Bearings that use set
screws shall not be allowed. Bearings shall have
extended lube lines with grease fittings.
7. Approved Manufacturers: Greenheck Fan Corp, Model

Vektor-H High Plume Laboratory Exhaust System or
approved equal.
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C. Dampers: Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2016 as
are not in use. Gravity (non-motorized) exhaust and
w.c. when tested in accordance with AMCA 500D. Gravity
dampers smaller than 24 inches in either dimension
shall be permitted to have a leakage of 40 cfm/SF at
1.0” w.c. when tested in accordance with AMCA 500D.
Provide fans with the damper types as shown on the
Drawings.
2.11 KILN HOOD EXHAUST FAN
1
A. Discharge up blast Utility type construction of spun
aluminum with isolated motor compartment complete with
disconnect switch. All materials that can come in

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contact with the air shall be coated with heat

resistant materials.
1 A. Roof type exhaust shall be belt driven, upblast

vertical discharge type. Parts of the kiln hood
exhaust fans with which the air stream comes in
contact shall be coated with heat resistant material.
The kiln hood exhaust fans shall have heat resistant
epoxy coated impeller. Construction of housing shall
be heavy gage aluminum. The windband shall have a
rolled bead and additional structural members for
added strength. The fan and wheel inlet cone shall be
aluminum and of the high performance, centrifugal
blower type. Wheel shall be statically and
dynamically balanced. Motor and drives shall be
The entire drive assembly and wheel, as a unit, shall
be removable through the support structure without
dismantling the fan housing. The wheel shaft shall be
mounted in heavy-duty ball bearings. Drives shall be
sized for 165% of driven horsepower. Pulleys shall be
adjustable cast iron keyed to the fan and motor
shafts. The entire drive assembly shall be mounted on
rubber vibration isolators. Fans shall be AMCA
approved for sound and air performance.
B. Dampers: Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2016 as

10 shall be equipped with Class 1 motorized dampers (with

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C. Manufacturers
14 Acme Engineering & Manufacturing Co.
Greenheck Fan Corp.
Jenco Fan
PennBarry
Carnes Company
Trane Co.
Cook (Loren) Co.

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2.12 KITCHEN EXHAUST FAN
1
A. Provide discharge up blast Utility-type construction of
spun aluminum with built in grease trough. Provide
isolated motor compartment with disconnect switch.
Provide stainless steel container, minimum of one (1)
gallon to collect grease run-off from built-in grease
trough. Container shall be mounted to avoid
accidental tip over. Fan shall be listed and labeled
to UL 762-03 for grease duct use.
A. Roof-type exhaust shall be belt driven, upblast

vertical discharge type. Construction of housing
shall be heavy gage aluminum. The windband shall have
a rolled bead and additional structural members for
added strength. The fan and wheel inlet cone shall be
aluminum and of the high performance, centrifugal
blowers type. Wheel shall be statically and
dynamically balanced. Construction shall include
built in grease drain. Provide a stainless steel
container (minimum of one (1) gallon) to collect
grease and drain off excess water. Container shall be
mounted to avoid accidental tip over. Motors shall be
The entire drive assembly and wheel, as a unit, shall
mounted in heavy duty ball bearings. Drives shall be
adjustable cast iron type keyed to the fan and motor
approved for sound and air performance. Model shall
be listed and labeled to UL 762-03 for commercial

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cooking applications and grease laden vapors. A

vented curb extension shall be used to provide for 40"
discharge height (Refer to Section MC 506.3.12.1).
B. The roof type exhaust fan used with a kitchen range

hood or warming pantry exhaust system shall be
equipped with means of isolating the motor compartment
from the heat of the exhaust fumes.
C. Manufacturers
Greenheck Fan Corp.
Jenco Fan
PennBarry
Carnes Company
Trane Co.
Cook (Loren) Co.

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2.13 SMOKE EVACUATION FAN (POST FIRE)
1
A. Roof exhaust shall be upblast propeller type exhauster.
Propellers shall be belt-driven, precision balanced
and shall utilize the circular arc airfoil blade
design and shall be constructed of all welded heavy
gage steel. A baked-on acrylic epoxy shall be the
finish inside and outside. Motors shall be heavy-duty
type with shielded ball bearings and designed for
continuous duty workload. Wheel shall be statically
and dynamically balanced. The entire drive assembly
and wheel, as a unit, shall be removable through the
support structure without dismantling the fan housing.
Heavy gage base housing shall have deep drawn
streamlined orifice. Special steel structural frame
under the base of exhauster extends out over the roof
curb to carry the weight of the motor fan and drive
7 assembly. Fans shall be AMCA approved for sound and
air performance.
1 A. Roof exhaust shall be belt driven, upblast vertical

discharge, and centrifugal type. Construction of
housing shall be heavy steel gage. The windband shall
have a rolled bead and additional structural members
for added strength. The fan and wheel inlet cone
shall be steel and of the high performance,
centrifugal blower type. Wheel shall be statically
and dynamically balanced. Motor and drives shall be
The entire drives assembly and wheel, as a unit shall
mounted in heavy-duty ball bearings. Drives shall be

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adjustable cast iron types keyed to the fan and motor

approved for sound and air performance.
B. The roof type exhaust fan used with the smoke

evacuation system shall be equipped with means of
isolating the motor compartment from the heat and
smoke.
C. Dampers: Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2016 as

D. Manufacturers
Greenheck Fan Corp.
Jenco Fan

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PennBarry
Carnes Company
Trane Co.
Cook (Loren) Co.
2.14 VENTILATOR CURBS
A. Factory fabricated galvanized steel body, aluminum on

7 exposed surface with rigid fiberglass insulation,
properly braced, stiffened to form a rigid
weatherproof unit and formed according to the roof
construction. For Roof Flashing, refer to section
07600: Flashing and Sheet Metal.
B. Curbs shall be the products of the ventilator

manufacturer.
2.15 GAS METER ROOM EXHAUST FAN
A. Provide an explosion proof centrifugal fan in the Gas

Meter Room, of the capacity shown on the Drawings.
B. Housing: Aluminum split housing, constructed of spun

aluminum, with aluminum straightening vanes, inlet and
outlet flanges, and support bracket adaptable to
ceiling mounting.

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C. Direct-Drive Units: Provide ball bearing explosion

proof motor encased in housing out of the air stream.
Provide factory wiring to disconnect located outside
of fan housing. All electrical items shall be
explosion proof.
D. Wheel: Wheels shall be sparkproof and non-corroding.

Provide aluminum airfoil blades on aluminum hub.
E. Vibration Control: Provide as specified on Section

Systems or 15504, Vibration Isolation.
F. Accessories: Provide companion flanges: matching

flanges on inlet and outlet to connect ductwork and
inlet grille to fan as shown on the Drawings.
G. Dampers: Per the 2020 NYCECC and ASHRAE 90.1-2016 as


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H. Approved Manufacturers
Greenheck Fan Corp.
PennBarry
Penn Ventilator Co.
Loren Cook Co.
Trane Co.
2.16 SHOP PAINTING
A. Fans and steel fabrication shall be factory coated with

one coat of primer and one coat of machine enamel on
both the exterior and interior surfaces, except the
nameplates. Apply finish paint after erection. All
painting work shall be as specified on Section 09900:
Painting.
B. For roof mounted fans, all steel components shall be

coated with primer for outdoor uses.

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PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.01 SUPPLEMENTAL INSTALLATION
A. Access: Provide access and service space around and

over centrifugal fans as indicated, but in no case
less than that recommended by manufacturer.
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B. Roof Curbs: The prefabricated roof curb will enclose
the opening of the roof exhaust fan, and be furnished
with flashing and with wood sill at the top. The
curbs shall be mounted directly to the roof structural
surface, then roofed and flashed to the top of the
wood nailer for weather tightness. The exhaust fan
shall fit properly over the sill and shall be secured
to it with stainless steel lag screws. The joint
between the fan base and the sill shall be made air
tight by means of heavy roofing felt counter flashing
material. Minimum height from the bottom of the fan
to the finished floor shall be 12".
C. Support: Provide 4" high concrete pad with vibration

7 isolators under floor-mounted centrifugal fans.
Concrete is specified in Section 03300: Cast-in-Place
Concrete.
D. Isolation: Set centrifugal fans on vibration isolators

and fasten in accordance with manufacturer's
installation instructions.
E. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished

by manufacturer but not specified to be factory-
mounted. Furnish copy of manufacturer's wiring
diagram submittal to Electrical. Verify that

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electrical wiring installation is in accordance with

manufacturer's submittal and installation requirements
of Division 16. Ensure that rotation is in direction
indicated and intended for proper performance. Do not
proceed with centrifugal fan start-up until wiring
installation is acceptable. Interlock wiring between
fan units; and between fans and field-installed
control devices. Provide control wiring between
field-installed controls, indicating devices, and fan
starters.
F. Controls: Provide controls specified in the Temperature

Control System Section.
G. Duct to Kitchen Exhaust Fan Connections: Provide

flexible connections on inlet and outlet duct
connections (comply with Section MC 506.3.2.3 for
Kitchen Exhaust Fans). Section MC 506.3.2.3 requires
that duct-to-exhaust fan connections be flanged and
gasketed at the base of the fan for vertical discharge
fans; be flanged, gasketed and bolted to the inlet of
the fan for side-inlet utility fans; and be flanged,
gasketed and bolted to the inlet and outlet of the fan
for in-line fans. Approved flexible connectors may be
provided.
H. Coordinate all trades to ensure that the installation

of fans is not in conflict with the work performed of
other trades.
I. For split construction fans, the installation shall be

inspected by the manufacturer after field assembly who
shall certify that the fans have been properly
installed and are ready for proper operation.

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3.02 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Upon completion of installation of centrifugal fans, and

after motor has been energized with normal power
source, test equipment to demonstrate compliance.
Where possible field correct malfunctioning equipment,
then retest to demonstrate compliance. Replace
equipment that cannot be satisfactorily corrected. The
Contractor shall perform necessary Interdisciplinary
Tests and Functional Performance Tests according to the
manufacturer’s procedures.
B. Instruct and train maintenance personnel in the

equipment operations. Training shall be for a minimum
of 2 hours. Secure written confirmation that
instruction has been provided and approved maintenance
manuals received.

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3.03 INTERDISCIPLINARY TESTS AND FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE TESTS
A. Interdisciplinary Pre-Start-Up and Start-Up Tests
The Contractor shall conduct interdisciplinary pre-

start up and start up tests as per the manufacturer’s
start up procedures. Contractor shall submit signed
start up affidavit signed by the factory authorized
service representative indicating that all of the
manufacturer’s pre-start up and start up procedures
have been successfully completed.
B. Functional Performance Tests
Contractor shall also submit signed functional

performance testing affidavit signed by the factory
authorized service representative indicating that all
of the manufacturer’s functional performance tests have
been successfully completed. Refer to the functional
performance tests as defined in Section 15970 since a
BMS/DDC system is to be provided and the equipment is
to be integrated into the BMS/DDC system.
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3.04 COMMISSIONING OF FANS
A. HVAC Contractor shall comply with the Commissioning

9 Requirements of Contract Specification Section S01660
for Fans.
END OF SECTION
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Notes to Specifier (Delete from Specification)
1. Edit as required.
2. Use on variable air volume systems where VFDs are not

employed. Edit as required.
3. Inline centrifugal fans specified here are tubular centrifugal

fans of smaller sizes, both direct and belt drive, usually
with spun aluminum housings, used for smaller ventilation
requirements.
4. Ductless portable fume hoods shall be used for all portable

fume hoods. Reference Section 11600 Laboratory Equipment
for description of ductless portable fume hood.

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5. Section 15503 is to be utilized if the project involves

construction of a New Building or Addition to building in
Seismic Design Category C or D. Section 15503 is also to be
utilized if project involves retrofit work in Existing
Buildings in Seismic Design Category C or D constructed
after LL17/1995 went into effect. Use Section 15504,
Vibration Isolation, HVAC Systems (without seismic
restraints) for retrofit work on Existing Buildings
constructed prior to the effective date of LL17/1995 and for
buildings in Seismic Design Categories A and B. Edit as
required.
6. Edit to suit Project.
7. Edit section as required. Coordinate with Architectural

Standards.
8. Edit as required if no network is to be provided for a small

scope project, or if BACnet DDC with local BACnet network is
to be provided (refer to Section 15971) or if a full BMS/DDC
network is to be provided (refer to Sections 15970 and
15973). Designer is referred to Section 6.4.3.10 of ASHRAE
90.1-2016 for Direct Digital Control Requirements.
9. This paragraph is intended for projects that must comply with

the NYC Green Schools Rating System (generally all capacity
projects) and the following CIP projects:
a. HVAC upgrades (boiler replacements; BMS/DDC Systems;

BACnet DDC with local BACnet network systems; AC
upgrades; etc.)
b. Temperature Control systems

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10. Designer shall specify appropriate damper type in the

Schedule of Equipment on the Drawings.
11. Delete article if smoke control systems are not used on the
project. Components of smoke control fans shall be rated and
certified by the manufacturer for the probable temperature
rise to which the components will be exposed. This
temperature rise shall be computed by the designer in
accordance with Section MC 513.10. Edit the Section by
defining the probable temperature rise and insert into
Article 2.01. Verify that when the submittals are received,
the components are suitable for the probable exposure
temperature. Fans shall be selected for stable performance
based on normal temperature and, where applicable, elevated
temperature. Calculations and manufacturer's fan curves
shall be part of the documentation procedures.
12. Projects must comply with the requirements of ASHRAE 90.1-

2016 as modified by Appendix CA of the 2020 NYCECC. Refer to
Section 6.5.3.1 of ASHRAE 90.1-2016 and Section 403.8 of the
2020 NYCECC. Verify that all of the fans on the project
comply with Option 1 (Fan System Motor Nameplate Horsepower)
or Option 2 (Fan System Brake Horsepower). In addition, per
Section 6.5.3.1.2 of ASHRAE 90.1-2016 and Section 403.8.2 of
the 2020 NYCECC, for each fan, the selected fan motor
shall be no larger than the first available motor size
greater than the brake horsepower. The fan brake horsepower
must be indicated on the design documents to allow for
compliance verification by the code official. Refer to the
allowable Exceptions.
13. Delete submittal if smoke control systems are not used.

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14. Provide an H-O-A switch for the kiln exhaust fan. In the
“A” mode, the kiln exhaust fan must be interlocked with the
unit providing air to the Arts Room. The kiln exhaust fan
is used to exhaust code ventilation air and therefore must
always be on and in the “A” mode. The “H” mode would be
used for the case should the interlocked supply unit fail,
one could manually turn on the kiln exhaust fan should the
kiln be in active use. Designer shall not to locate the H-
O-A switch next to the kiln in order to avoid improper
turning off of the exhaust fan by staff.
15. Per Section 6.5.3.1.3 of ASHRAE 90.1-2016 and Section

C403.8.3 of the 2020 NYCECC, the total efficiency of the fan
at design point of operation shall be within 15 percentage
points of the maximum total efficiency of the fan. Designer
is to select fans accordingly.

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LIST OF SUBMITTALS
SUBMITTAL DATE SUBMITTED DATE APPROVED
Product Data: ______________ _____________
1. Manufacturers Product Data
2. Installation Instructions
3. Performance Charts
4. Certified Fan Sound-Power Ratings
5. Start-Up Instructions
6. Laboratory exhaust fan data
Shop Drawings: ______________ _____________
1. Mounting Details
2. Location
Wiring Diagrams: ______________ _____________
1. Power Wiring
2. Control Wiring

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Coordination Drawings: ______________ _____________
Contractor’s Start Up
And Demonstration Affidavit ______________ _____________
13 Seismic certificate of ______________ _____________
Operability
Maintenance Data: ______________ _____________
1. Maintenance Manual
Maintenance Material: ______________ _____________
1. Lubricant/Cartridges
2. Lubrication/Grease Gun
3. Spare Belts Set
4. Master Keys for all padlocks
* * *

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1.01 DESCRIPTION OF WORK

A. Provide centrifugal fans called for in the drawing

1.2 COMMISSIONING REQUIREMENTS

1.3 RELATED SECTIONS

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1.04 SUPPLEMENTAL SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's product data for

B. Shop Drawings: Submit mounting details indicating

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C. Wiring Diagrams: Submit manufacturer's electrical

1. Show fan room layout and relationships between

6 2. Roof type and ceiling exhaust fans: Show roof

3. Indicate and certify field measurements.

E. Contractor’s Start-Up and Demonstration Affidavit

F. Certification of operability for smoke control systems

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earthquake ground motion per Section 13.2.2 of ASCE 7-

1.05 SUPPLEMENTAL QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. All centrifugal fans required under this Section shall

B. Codes and Standards

1. AMCA Compliance: Provide centrifugal fans bearing

2. ASHRAE Compliance: Test and rate centrifugal fans

3. UL Compliance: Provide centrifugal fan electrical

4. NEMA Compliance: Provide motors and electrical

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5. All appliances regulated by the New York City

6. All work shall be in accordance with the NYC

The following are the exceptions to this

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a. Single fans with a motor nameplate horsepower

b. Fan arrays that have a combined motor

c. Fans that are part of equipment subjected to

d. Fans included in an equipment package

e. Powered wall/roof ventilators.

f. Fans outside scope of AMCA 205 (diameters

g. Fans that are intended to only operate during

1.06 SUPPLEMENTAL DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

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A. Deliver centrifugal fans with factory-installed

1.07 SITE CONDITIONS

A. Examine the Drawings, visit the site, and take

A. Coordinate size and location of structural-steel

B. Coordinate size and location of concrete bases. Cast

C. Coordinate installation of roof curbs, equipment

1.09 MAINTENANCE MATERIALS

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A. Maintenance materials: Furnish to the Authority one

1. Fans shall be of type, capacity, discharge

2. Select fans for the air quantities and static

3. The requirements of this Section do not apply to

11 4. Fans Used in Smoke Control

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a. Per Section MC 513.10, equipment utilized in

b. Per Section BC 909.10.6, Seismic

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c. Per Section MC 513.10.5, Smoke Control Fans,

2.02 CENTRIFUGAL FANS

A. Provide centrifugal fans of sizes and arrangement, and

B. Fan Units: Provide factory-assembled and tested fan

C. Housings: Provide curved scroll housings; lockseam

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connections. Secure stiffening and base member by