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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

FOR VRF AIRCONDITIONING


& VENTILLATION SYSTEM

JOSEPH TAN CALAMBA, PME, CEM


PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER
PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
Issued at:
Davao Date: 10 Jan 2018
JOSEPH TAN CALAMBA, PME,

SANTOS LAND DEVELOPMENT, INC. - OWNER


2 OBSIDIAN BUILDING

DIVISION 15: MECHANICAL WORKS Air-conditioning and Ventilation Works

Part 1 General


1.1 General Description

1.1.1 The work to be done under this Division of the specifications consists of the
fabrication, complete in all details, of the Mechanical Works, at the subject premises, and
all works and materials incidental to the proper completion of the installation, except
those portions of the work that are expressly stated as to be done by others. All works shall
be in accordance with the governing Codes and Regulations and with the specifications,
except where same shall be in conflict with such Codes, etc. which, later shall then
govern. The requirements with regard to materials and workmanship specify the required
standards for the furnishing of all labor materials and appliances necessary for the
complete installation of the work specified herein and indicated on the drawings.

1.2 Contractor Qualifications

1.2.1 In accordance with the Codes and Regulations, the work shall be done and
executed by a qualified Contractor with Philippine Contactors Accreditation Board
(PCAB) License.

1.3 Drawing and Specifications

1.3.1 The contract drawing and specifications are complementary to each other and any
labor or materials called for by either, whether or not called for by both, if necessary for the
successful operation of any of the particular type of equipment will be furnished and
installed without additional cost to the owner. 


1.3.2 All dimensional locations of equipment, piping, air and pipes terminals and pipe
chase shall be verified on the architectural drawings and manufacturer’s catalogue. 


1.4 Intent

1.4.1 It is not intended that the drawing shall show every pipe, fitting, control and
equipment. All such items whether specifically mentioned or not, or indicated on the
drawing, shall be furnished and installed if necessary to complete the system in
accordance with the best practice of the Mechanical trade and to the satisfaction of the
Architect, the Engineer and the Owner.

1.5 Site Investigation

1.5.1 The Contractor is required to visit the site and to ascertain for himself the local
conditions and facilities that may affect his work. He will be deemed to have done this
before preparing his proposal and any subsequent claims on the ground of inadequate or
inaccurate information will not be entertained.

1.6 Shop Drawing

1.6.1 The Contractor shall submit to the Architect and the Engineer, for approval, four (4)
copies of all shop drawing of details and connections not shown on the drawings or
deviations thereof but required for the work. The Contractor shall certify that the drawing
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PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VRF
PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
2018 AIRCONDITIONING & VENTILLATION SYSTEM
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has been checked for dimensions, materials, and erection details and those they conform
to the intent of the drawing and specifications.

1.7 Record Drawings

1.7.1 The Contractor shall during the progress of work, keep a record of the actual
installation from that shown on the contract drawing. 


1.7.2 Upon completion of work, the Contractor shall submit four (4) copies; one (1) shall be
reproduction of the as built drawing indicating the work as actually and finally installed. 


1.8 Warranties and Guarantee

1.8.1 The Contractor shall guarantee that the mechanical system is free from all defective
workmanship and materials and will remain so for a period of one (1) year from date of
acceptance of the work. The Contractor at his own expenses shall remedy any defect,
appearing within the aforesaid period. 


1.8.2 The manufacturers shall provide warranty for a period of five (5) years for compressors
and one (1) year for other equipment. 


1.8.3 Assurance of parts and replacement availability on purchases model and Brand


1.9 Permits

1.9.1 The Contractor shall be responsible for securing all the required construction and
operational permits and pays all the necessary fees thereof. Copies of all the permits
together with certificates of inspection shall be submitted to the owner.

1.10 Quality Assurance

1.10.1 To have preferences of quality of the work done under this Contract the following
Codes and Standards shall be recommended.

1.11 Submittals

Philippine Mechanical Code, PSME code, 1993 edition.

Philippines Society of Ventilating Air-conditioning Refrigerating Engineers (PSVARE)

National Building Code and other local and municipal government regulating bodies who
has jurisdiction.

Air Conditioning and Refrigerating Institute for Driers, Expansion values and solenoid value.

ASHRAE HANDBOOK, 1998, Chapter 2, for refrigerant.

American Society of Testing, Materials for refrigerant pipes and fittings to American
Welding Society for Welding.

Sheet Metal and Air-conditioning Contractors (SMACNA)

1.11.1 The Contractor shall submit all the necessary documents such as catalogue,
samples, shop drawing operation and maintenance manuals, equipment warranty, and
all other documents as may be required.

JOSEPH TAN CALAMBA, PME, CEM


PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER
PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VRF
2018 AIRCONDITIONING & VENTILLATION SYSTEM
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1.12 Alternate Materials

1.12.1 Use of any material, not specified in these specifications may be allowed provided
that such alternate has been approved by the Architect and Owner and in accordance
with the code and standards specified therein.

Part 2 Equipment and Materials

2.1 Variable Refrigerant Volume/Flow Inverter Type DX Air Conditioning system

2.1.1 Manufacturer’s
2.1.1.1 Daikin
2.1.1.2 Mitsubishi
2.1.2 General

2.1.2.1 Unit shall be air cooled, split type multi system air conditioner consisting of one
outdoor unit and plural indoor units, each having capability to cool or heat independently
for the requirements of the rooms. 


2.1.2.2 Up to 11 different type and 0.8-10Hp capacity indoor units can be connected to
one refrigerant circuit and controlled individually. 


2.1.2.3 Compressor shall be equipped with inverter controller, and capable of changing
the rotating speed to allow variations in cooling and heating load. 


2.1.2.4 Outdoors unit shall be suitable for mix-match connecting of following models.

2.1.2.4.1Ceiling Mounted Cassette Type (Round Flow)

2.1.2.4.2 Ceiling Mounted 2.1.2.4.10 Cassette Type (Double Flow)

2.1.2.4.3 Ceiling Mounted Cassette Corner Type
 Slim

2.1.2.4.4 Ceiling Mounted Duct Type

2.1.2.4.5 Ceiling Mounted Built-In Type

2.1.2.4.6 Ceiling Mounted Duct Type

2.1.2.4.7 Ceiling Suspended Type


2.1.2.4.8 Wall Mounted Type

2.1.2.4.9 Floor Standing Type

2.1.2.4.10 Concealed Floor Standing Type

2.1.2.4.11 Ceiling Suspended Cassette (Connection Unit Series)

2.1.2.4.12 Refrigerant: R-410A

2.1.2.5 Outdoors unit shall be suitable for mix-match connecting of following models.

2.1.2.6 The refrigerant piping shall be extended up to 165m with 90m level difference
without any oil traps.

2.1.2.7 Air conditioner shall operate continuously at the ambient temperature of 35°C.

2.1.2.8 Both indoor unit outdoor unit are assembled, tested, and charged with refrigerant
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PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VRF
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 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
2018 AIRCONDITIONING & VENTILLATION SYSTEM
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at the factory.

2.1.3 Outdoor Unit

2.1.3.1 The outdoor units shall be factory assembled unit housed in a sturdy weatherproof
casing constructed from rust-proofed mild steel panels coated with a baked enamel finish.

2.1.3.2 The outdoor unit shall have two (three) scroll compressors and be able to operate
even in case that one of compressors is out of order. The outdoor unit of 5hp to 8hp shall
have one scroll compressor. 


2.1.3.3 The connectable range of indoor units shall be 0.8 to 10HP with all outdoor units. 


2.1.3.4 The noise level shall not be more than 54 dB(A) (in case of 5HP) at normal operation
measured horizontally 1m away and 1.5 m above ground. The outdoor unit shall be
modular in design and should be allowed for side by side installation. 


2.1.3.5 Compressor 


2.1.3.5.1 The compressor shall be of highly efficient hermetic scroll type and equipped
with inverter control capable of changing in speed in accordance to the cooling or
heating load requirements.

2.1.3.5.1.1 The outdoor unit shall have the multi-step of capacity control to meet load
fluctuations and indoor unit individual control.

2.1.3.6 Heat Exchanger

2.1.3.6.1 The heat exchanger shall be constructed with copper tubes mechanically
bonded to aluminum fins to form a cross fin coil.

2.1.3.6.2 The aluminum fins shall be covered by anti-corrosion resin film.

2.1.3.7 Refrigerant Circuit

2.1.3.7.1 The refrigerant circuit shall include liquid and gas shut off valves and a
solenoid valves.

2.1.3.7.2 All necessary safety devices shall be provided to ensure the safety
operation of the system.

2.1.3.8 Safety Devices

The following safety devices shall be part of the outdoor unit.

2.1.3.8.1 High pressure Switch

2.1.3.8.2 Fan Driver Overload Protector

2.1.3.8.3 Inverter Overload Protector and Over Current Relay

Provide power guard for voltage fluctuation raging plus and minus 25 percent.

2.1.3.9 Oil Recovery System

2.1.3.9.1 Unit shall be equipped with an oil recovery system to ensure stable operation
JOSEPH TAN CALAMBA, PME, CEM
PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER
PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VRF
2018 AIRCONDITIONING & VENTILLATION SYSTEM
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with long refrigerant piping.

2.1.4 Indoor Unit

2.1.4.1 Each of the indoor unit shall be of the Ceiling Mounted Cassette Type (Round
Flow), or Ceiling Mounted Cassette Type (Double Flow), Ceiling Mounted Cassette
Corner Type, or Slim Ceiling Mounted Duct Type, or Ceiling Mounted Built-In Type, or
Ceiling Mounted Duct Type, or Ceiling Suspended Type, or Wall Mounted Type, or
Floor Standing Type, or Concealed Floor Standing Type, or Ceiling Suspended
Cassette (Connection Unit Series).

2.1.4.2The unit shall have electronic control valve which control refrigerant flow rate in
respond to load variations of the room.

2.1.4.3 The fan shall be of the dual suction multi blade type and statically and
dynamically balanced to ensure low noise and vibration free operation.

2.1.4.3.1 The address of the indoor unit shall be set automatically in case of
individual and group control.

2.1.4.3.2 In case of centralized control, it shall be set by liquid crystal remote


controller.

2.1.5 Control

2.1.5.1 Computerized PID control shall be used to maintain a correct room


temperature.

2.1.5.2 Units shall be equipped with a self-diagnosis for easy and quick maintenance
and services.

2.1.5.3The LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) remote controller shall memorize the latest
malfunction code for easy maintenance.

2.1.5.3.1 It shall be able to control up to 16 indoor units and change fan speed
and angle of swing flap individually in the group.

2.1.6 Central Remote Controller

2.1.6.1 A multi-functional centralized controller (central remote controller) shall be


supplied as optional accessory.

2.1.6.1.1 It shall be able to control up to 64 zones of 64 groups (each group


consists of Max. of 16 units) or 128 No. s of indoor units with the following
functions:

2.1.6.1.1.1 Temperature setting for each zone, or group, or indoor unit

2.1.6.1.1.2 On / Off as a zone or individual unit.

2.1.6.1.1.3 Indication of operating condition

2.1.6.1.1.4 Select one of 10 operation modes for each zone.

2.1.6.1.2 The controller shall have wide screen liquid crystal display and can be

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PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VRF
PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
2018 AIRCONDITIONING & VENTILLATION SYSTEM
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wired by a non-polar 2-wire transmission cable to a distance of 1km away from


the indoor unit.

2.1.6.1.3 Intelligent Touch Controller. Air conditioning management system that


can be controlled by a compact all-in-one unit.

2.1.7 Anti-Corrosion Treatment

2.1.7.1Outdoor units with anti-corrosion specifications are designed specifically for use
in areas, which are subject to salt damage and atmospheric pollution.

2.1.7.2 Anti-Corrosion Type E. Condition and Installation Location where the distance
between the outdoor unit and the sea shore is more than 300 m and less than 1km.

2.1.7.3Ceilingpanel,SidePanel, Outer Panel and Bottom Frame shall be alloyed hot-dip


zinc coated steel plate corrosion protection powder polyester resin coating on both
inner and outer surfaces in thickness of 64μ or more.

2.1.7.4 Finned Coil Protective net and Fan Protective Net shall be Resin Coating
containing Ultraviolet ray absorber 


2.1.7.5 Heat Exchanger shall be Copper-pipe aluminum fin with special acrylic resin
coated. 


2.1.7.6 Fan shall be Styrene-acrylonitrile (glass fiber filled). 


2.1.7.7 Fan Motor manufacturer’s standard specification. 


2.1.7.8 Control Box, Support and Frames shall be Hot-dip zinc coated steel plate rust
preventive powder resin coating on both inner and outer surfaces in thickness of 64μ
or more 


2.1.7.9 Pressure Vessel shall be Hot-rolled steel plate + rust preventive treatment: Rush
inhibitor coating 


2.1.7.10 Screw and Bolts shall be SUS410 Zinc-nickel alloy plating Zinc chrome acid film
treatment. Rush inhibitor coating

2.2 Exhaust and Supply Blower

2.2.1 Manufacturer’s


2.2.1.1 Krugger


2.2.1.2 Niagara


2.2.1.3 Approved equivalent or equal of above

2.2.2 Equipment

2.2.2.1 The units shall be of the centrifugal fan backward curve type completely
assembled with fans, fan scrolls, motors, belt drives, motor mounts and housing, all
fabricated for installation as shown on the plans. Submit shop drawing before actual
purchase and installation. The units shall be suitable for outdoor installation. 

JOSEPH TAN CALAMBA, PME, CEM
PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER
PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VRF
2018 AIRCONDITIONING & VENTILLATION SYSTEM
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2.2.2.2 The capacities of the unit shall be as shown on the plans and drawings. The
total static pressures are estimated values and deemed adequate for the purpose of
bidding. This contractor shall verify the static pressure for each unit under the
technical specifications. 


2.2.2.3 The arrangement of discharge shall be as shown on the drawings or as may be


approved based on the shop drawing submittals. 


2.2.2.4 The fans shall be mounted and supported as shown by the drawings. The
mounting shall be complete with spring vibration isolators.

2.2.2.5 Shall be constructed of steel aluminum and all parts shall be triple coated with
bake primer-finisher especially formulated to meet stringent corrosion resistance
relative to the unit’s location. The fan scroll shall be attached to the side plates by
means of continuous lock seam or welded seam construction. Intermittent spot
welded type construction type construction will not be acceptable.

2.2.2.6 The fan wheels shall be backward inclined type preferably “Krugger”.

2.2.2.7 The motor nameplate shall exceed brake horsepower by a minimum of 50


percent and the motors shall be sized to meet the requirements of the fans based on
the performance curve. These shall be totally enclosed fan-cooled type. Belts shall be
the oil resistant type. Fan motors and fan assemblies shall be mounted on common
bases to allow consistent belt tension with no relative motion between fan and motor
shafts. Motor and drives shall be especially designed for quiet operation.

2.2.2.8 Factory wired non-fused disconnect switches shall be located near the unit.

2.3 Toilet Exhaust Fan

2.3.1 Manufacturer’s


2.3.1.1 Krugger


2.3.1.2 Panasonic


2.3.1.3 Approved equivalent or equal of above

2.3.2 Equipment

2.3.2.1 The Exhaust Fan shall be ceiling cassette self-contained factory assembled and
pre-wired with single point electrical connection. 


2.3.2.2 The unit shall have round spigot for easy connection to flexible hose. 


2.3.2.3 The unit shall have none return flap to prevent back-flow. 


2.3.2.4 The body made of high impact BS plastic. 


2.3.2.5 The unit shall factory balanced turbine with new wide angle curved blade for
quite operation and high air volume. 


2.3.2.6 The unit is high static pressure design for ducted type. 


2.3.2.7 The unit shall have a capacitor operated motor with thermal switch. 


2.3.2.8 The unit shall have spring clip on front cover easily removable for cleaning. 


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PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VRF
PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
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2.4 Sheet Metal Ductworks

2.4.1 Manufacturer’s

2.4.1.1 Apo

2.4.1.2 Union

2.4.1.3 Approved equivalent or equal of above

2.4.2 Material

2.4.2.1.1 Low pressure and high-pressure ductworks shall be constructed of galvanized


steel sheet unless otherwise indicated on the drawings. Duct construction, metal
gauges, hangers and support reinforcements shall conform to SMACNA DUCT
CONSTRUCTIONS STANDARDS. Ducts shall be airtight and shall not pulsate or vibrate
when in operation.

2.4.2.1.2 Duct Material shall be zinc-coated G.I. sheet of the thickness of the metal
and stiffeners as indicated in the schedule of the drawings.

2.4.2.1.3 All ductwork shall be constructed and erected in a workmanlike manner.


Duct shall be straight and smooth on the inside with neatly finished joints, airtight, and
shall be free from vibration under all conditions of operation. The internal ends of joints
shall be made in the direction of airflow. The ducts shall be securely attached to the
building construction in an approved manner. Changes in dimensions and shape of
ducts shall be gradual. All duct sizes fall within the limiting dimensions indicated on the
drawings unless otherwise approved. Curved elbows, unless otherwise specified on
the drawings, shall have a centerline radius equal to 1-1/2 times the width of the duct.
Air turns shall be installed in all abrupt elbows and shall consist of curved metal blades
or vanes, arranged to permit the air to make the turn without appreciable turbulence.
They shall be the manufacturer’s standard product and shall be quiet when the
system is in operation. Configuration of ducts shall be as shown by the details on the
drawings. Duct hangers shall be as shown on the plans or as may be approved during
the presentation of shop drawings.

2.4.2.1.4 All duct joints shall be TDC or approved equal. The TDC Flange connections
shall be leak-proof with trim appearance, and superb fitting geometry, which will
minimize friction, loses and provides energy savings. The corner pieces shall be
galvanized precision stamped and all joints shall be provided with mastic sealant.

2.4.2.1.5 Wherever ductwork is connected to fans, air handling unit or other


equipment that may cause vibration in the duct shall be connected to the
equipment by means of a flexible connection constructed of fire resistant flexible
material. The material and connection shall be suitable for the design pressure at the
ductworks.

2.4.2.1.6 The air conditioning ducts and all other ducts conveying cold air to be
identified on the plans shall be insulated with 25kg/m3, 25mm thick Polyolefin
insulation, with aluminum vapor barrier. The insulations shall be attached to the ducts
by means of adhesives and mechanical clips paced at 300 mm centers. The
insulations shall be further secured in place by plastic straps at approved spacing
using continuous corner beads. All butting joints shall be applied with extra heavy
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 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
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coating of adhesive and 100 mm wide aluminum tapes shall cover joints made.

2.4.2.1.7 The minimum Gauge for duct dimension, refer to longer size rectangular duct
for low-pressure ductworks.

2.4.2.1.8 Duct shall be essentially airtight. Provide Cross break ducts 450 mm and
larger.

2.4.2.1.9 Duct elbow shall have centerline radius no less than 1-1/2 times the maximum
duct dimension in plane of turn.

2.4.2.1.10 Duct support - (All dimension mm unless noted otherwise)

Duct Dimension (mm) (mm) US Standard Gauge Thickness in

UP TO 300 26 0.4

350 TO 750 24 0.6

800 TO 1350 22 0.8

1400 TO 2100 20 1.0

OVER TO 2100 18 1.2

Duct Dimension Duct Support
 Support Spacing

Up to 600 Maximum 25 x 25 x 3 angle and 10 rod 38 x 3 flat 2.4m O.C.

650 to 1050 Maximum 38 x 38 x 3 angle and 10 rod 50 x 6 flat 1.8m O.C.

1100 to 1450 Maximum 50 x 50 x 6 angle and 12 rod 50 x 6 flat 1.8m O.C.

Over 1500 Maximum 50 x 50 6 x 6 angle and 12 rod 65 x 6 flat 1.2m O.C.

2.4.2.1.11 Provide splitter or opposed blade volume damper as required for air
balancing. Material shall be 2 gauges heavier than connecting ductworks.

2.4.3 Installation

2.4.3.1 Comply with provisions of Section 15050, particularly regarding coordination


with other trades.

2.4.3.2 Fabricate and install ductwork and accessories in accordance with referenced
SMACNA Standards:

2.4.3.2.1 Drawings show the general layout of ductwork and accessories but
do not show all required fittings and offsets that may be necessary to connect
ducts to equipment, boxes, diffusers, grilles, etc., and to coordinate with other
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 Date: 10 Jan
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trades. Fabricate ductwork based on field measurements. Provide all


necessary fittings and offsets at no additional cost to the Owner. Coordinate
with other trades for space available and relative location of HVAC
equipment and accessories on ceiling grid. Duct sizes on the drawings are
inside dimensions, which shall be altered by Contractor to other dimensions
with the same air handling characteristics where necessary to avoid
interferences and clearance difficulties.

2.4.3.2.2 Provide duct transitions, offsets and connections to dampers, coils,


and other equipment in accordance with SMACNA Standards, Section II.
Provide streamliner, when an obstruction cannot be avoided and must be
taken in by a duct. Repair galvanized areas with galvanizing repair
compound.

2.4.3.2.3 Provide bolted construction and tie-rod reinforcement in accordance


with SMACNA Standards, Section VI.

2.4.3.2.4 Construct casings, eliminators, and pipe penetrations in accordance


with SMACNA Standards, Section VI. Design casing access doors to swing
against air pressure so that pressure helps to maintain a tight seal.

2.4.3.3 Install duct hangers and supports in accordance with SMACNA Standards,
Section IV.

2.4.3.4 Install fire dampers in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions to


conform to the installation used for the rating test.

2.4.3.5 Seal openings around duct penetrations of floors and fire rated partitions with
fire stop material as required by NFPA 90A. 


2.4.3.6 Flexible duct installation: Refer to SMACNA Standards, Section III. Ducts shall be
continuous, single pieces not over 1.5 m (5 feet) long (NFPA 90A), as straight and short
as feasible, adequately supported. Centerline radius of bends shall be not less than
two duct diameters. Make connections with clamps as recommended by SMACNA.
Clamp per SMACNA S3.33 and S3.34 with one clamp on the core duct and one on
the insulation jacket. Flexible ducts shall not penetrate floors, or any chase or partition
designated as a fire or smoke barrier, including corridor partitions fire rated one hour
or two hour. Support ducts SMACNA Standards. 


2.4.3.7 Where diffusers, registers and grilles cannot be installed to avoid seeing inside
the duct, paint the inside of the duct with flat black paint to reduce visibility. 


2.4.3.8 Control Damper Installation: 


2.4.3.8.1 Provide necessary blank-off plates required to install dampers that are
smaller than duct size. Provide necessary transitions required to install dampers
larger than duct size.

2.4.3.8.2 Assemble multiple sections dampers with required interconnecting


linkage and extend required number of shafts through duct for external
mounting of damper motors.

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PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
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2.4.3.8.3 Provide necessary sheet metal baffle plates to eliminate stratification


and provide air volumes specified. Locate baffles by experimentation, and
affix and seal permanently in place, only after stratification problem has been
eliminated.

2.4.3.8.4 Install all damper control/adjustment devices on stand-offs to allow


complete coverage of insulation.

2.4.3.9 Air Flow Measuring Devices (AFMD): Install units with minimum straight run
distances, upstream and downstream as recommended by the manufacturer.

2.4.3.10 Low Pressure Duct Liner: Install in accordance with SMACNA, Duct Liner
Application Standard.

2.4.3.11 Protection and Cleaning: Adequately protect equipment and materials


against physical damage. Place equipment in first class operating condition, or return
to source of supply for repair or replacement, as determined by Resident Engineer.
Protect equipment and ducts during construction against entry of foreign matter to
the inside and clean both inside and outside before operation and painting. When
new ducts are connected to existing ductwork, clean both new and existing
ductwork by mopping and vacuum cleaning inside and outside before operation.

2.4.4 Duct Leakage Tests and Repair


2.4.4.1 Perform tests AS required. See article, QUALITY ASSURANCE. 2.4.4.2 Seal all
openings in ducts.

2.5 Duct Insulation

2.5.1 Material

2.5.1.1Insulation shall be Cross-linked closed cell polyolefin foam, factory fused


to a reinforced 9um aluminum foil and backed with a specially developed
acrylic tissue interlayer adhesive system and preferably “Thermobreak brand”.

2.5.1.2 Insulation shall meets the NFPA 90A and NFPA 90B. 


2.5.1.3 Thermal Conductivity shall be 0.032w/mk at 23 deg. C meant


temperature, 50-70% relative humidity 


2.5.1.4 Insulate all supply and return duct with 25 mm thick and 25kg/m3
density. 


2.6 Fire Dampers

2.6.1 Material

2.6.1.1 Provide fire damper to all duct penetration on interior concrete wall. 


2.6.1.2 Galvanized steel, interlocking blade type, UL listing and label, 1 1⁄2 hour
rating, 70 oC (160 oF), fusible link, 100 percent free opening with no part of the
blade stack or damper frame in the air stream. 


2.6.1.3 Fire dampers in fume hood exhaust or wet air exhaust shall be stainless
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steel construction, all others may be galvanized steel. 


2.6.1.4 The damper frame may be of design and length as to function as the
mounting sleeve, thus eliminating the need for a separate sleeve, as allowed
by UL 555. Otherwise provide sleeves and mounting angles, minimum 1.9 mm
(14 gage), required to provide installation equivalent to the damper
manufacturer’s UL test installation. 


2.6.1.5 Submit manufacturer’s installation instructions conforming to UL rating


test. 


2.6.1.6 Combination fire and smoke dampers: multi-louver or curtain type units
meeting all requirements of both dampers shall be used where shown and
may be used at the Contractor’s option where applicable. 


2.7 Flexible Air Duct Connectors

2.7.1 General

2.7.1.1 Factory fabricated, complying with NFPA 90A for connectors not
passing through floors of buildings. Flexible ducts shall not penetrate any fire or
smoke barrier, which is required to have a fire resistance rating of one hour or
more. Flexible duct length shall not exceed 1.5 m (5 feet). Provide insulated
acoustical air duct connectors in supply air duct systems and elsewhere as
shown.

2.7.1.2 Flexible ducts shall be listed by Underwriters Laboratories Inc.,


complying with UL 181. Ducts larger than 200 mm (8 inches) in diameter shall
be Class 1. Ducts 200 mm (8 inches) in diameter and smaller may be Class 1 or
Class 2.

2.7.2 Insulated Flexible Air Duct

2.7.2.1 Factory made including mineral fiber insulation with maximum C factor
of 0.25 at 24 oC (75 oF) mean temperature, encased with a low permeability
moisture barrier outer jacket, having a puncture resistance of not less than 50
Beach Units. Acoustic insertion loss shall not be less than 3 dB per 300 mm
(foot) of straight duct, at 500 Hz, based on 150 mm (6 inch) duct, of 750 m/min
(2500 fpm).

2.7.3 Application Criteria:

2.7.3.1 Temperature range: - 18 to 93 oC (0 to 200 oF) internal.

2.7.3.2 Maximum working velocity: 1200 m/min (4000 feet per minute).

2.7.3.3 Minimum working pressure, inches of water gage: 2500 Pa (10 inches)
positive, 500 Pa (2 inches) negative.

2.7.3.4Duct Clamps: 100 percent nylon strap, 80 kg (175 pounds) minimum


loop tensile strength manufactured for this purpose or stainless steel strap with
cadmium plated worm gear tightening device. Apply clamps with sealant
and as approved for UL 181, Class 1 installation.

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2.8 Air Outlets and Inlets

2.8.1 Materials:

2.8.1.1 Steel or aluminum except that all units installed in operating rooms shall
be aluminum or stainless steel . Provide manufacturer's standard gasket.

2.8.1.2 Exposed Fastenings: The same material as the respective inlet or outlet.
Fasteners for aluminum may be stainless steel.

2.8.1.3 Contractor shall review all ceiling drawings and details and provide all
ceiling mounted devices with appropriate dimensions and trim for the specific
locations.

2.8.2 Performance Test Data


2.8.2.1 In accordance with Air Diffusion Council code 1062R4.

2.8.3 Air Supply Outlets

2.8.3.1 Ceiling Diffusers: Suitable for surface mounting, exposed T-bar or special
tile ceilings, off-white finish, square or round neck connection as shown on the
drawings. Provide plaster frame for units in plaster ceilings. 


2.8.3.2 Square, louver, fully adjustable pattern: Round neck, surface mounting
unless shown otherwise on the drawings. Provide equalizing or control grid and
volume control damper. 


2.8.3.3 Louver face type: Square or rectangular, removable core for 1, 2, 3, or 4


way directional patterns. Provide equalizing or control grid and opposed
blade damper. 


2.8.3.4 Perforated face type: Manual adjustment for 1, 2, 3, or 4 way horizontal


air distribution patterns without change of air volume or pressure. Provide
equalizing or control grid and opposed blade over overlapping blade
damper. Perforated face diffusers for VAV systems shall have the pattern
controller on the inner face, rather than in the neck and designed to
discharge air horizontally at the ceiling maintaining a constant effect. 


2.8.4 Slot diffuser/plenum

2.8.4.1 Galvanized steel boot lined with 13 mm (1/2 inch) thick fiberglass
conforming to NFPA 90A and complying to UL 181 for erosion. Form slots or use
adjustable pattern controllers, to provide stable, horizontal air flow pattern
over a wide range of operating conditions.

2.8.4.2 Provide inlet connection diameter equal to duct diameter shown on


drawings or provide transition coupling if necessary.

2.8.4.3 Maximum pressure drop at design flow rate: 37 Pa (0.15 inch) wg.

2.8.4.4 Linear Grilles and Diffusers: Extruded aluminum, manufacturer's standard


finish, and positive holding concealed fasteners.

2.8.4.4.1 Margin: Flat, 20 mm (3/4 inch) wide.

2.8.4.4.2 Bars: Minimum 5 mm (3/16 inch) wide by 20 mm (3/4 inch) deep, zero
deflection unless otherwise shown. Reinforce bars on 450 mm (18 inch) center
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for sidewall units and on 150 mm (6 inch) center for units installed in floor or sills.

2.8.4.4.3 Provide opposed blade damper and equalizing or control grid where
shown.

2.8.5 Registers

2.8.5.1 Double deflection type with horizontal face bars and opposed blade
damper with removable key operator.

2.8.5.1.1 Margin: Flat, 30 mm (1-1/4 inches) wide. Bar spacing: 20 mm


(3/4 inch) maximum.

2.8.5.1.2 Finish: Off white baked enamel for ceiling mounted units. Wall
units shall have a prime coat for field painting, or shall be extruded with
manufacturer's standard finish.

2.8.5.1.3

2.8.5.2 Grilles: Same as registers but without the opposed blade damper.

2.9 Miscellaneous Duct Accessories

2.9.1 General

2.9.1.1 Fabricate duct accessories from the same material as the ductwork in
which the accessory will be installed, unless specified otherwise.

2.9.2 Manual Splitter Dampers

2.9.2.1 Fabricated from same material as the ductwork two gauges heavier
than duct in which installed with splitters long enough to completely close the
branch duct without flutter. In all cases, blade dimension in direction of airflow
shall be 1-1/2 times width of branch duct not less than 12 inches. Provide a
locking quadrant and align its operating handle with the damper blade.

2.9.3 Manual Single Blade Volume or Balancing Dampers (2 inches WC Construction):

2.9.3.1 Fabricate in accordance with SMACNA standards, except as detailed


on the Drawings and as specified.

2.9.3.2 Blade and fastener material shall be the same as the ductwork in which
the damper is to be installed. Rod shall be galvanized steel. Blade shall be
riveted or bolted to rod. 


2.9.3.3 Dampers shall be of a length suitable to shut off branch ducts without
causing damper flutter. 


2.9.3.4 Cross break dampers and stiffen edges with two edge brakes for
rigidity. Provide additional stiffening angles, as required. 


2.9.3.5 Provide continuous rods and outside end bearings on all damper
assemblies. Additionally, provide inside end bearings on internally lined ducts.
Mark the ends of damper rods with a saw cut to indicate blade position. 


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2.9.3.6 Maximum single blade balancing damper size shall be 12 by 48 inches.


Provide manual opposed-blade balancing dampers in ducts wider than 12
inches. Section damper blades over 48 inches wide horizontally. 


2.9.3.7 Provide a specified regulator or locking quadrant for adjustment. 


2.9.4 Manual Opposed-Blade Volume or Balancing Dampers (2 inches WC


Construction)

2.9.4.1Fabricate in accordance with SMACNA standards, except as detailed


on the Drawings and as specified.

2.9.4.2 Blade, rod, linkage, frame, and fastener material shall be the same as
the ductwork in which the damper is to be installed. 


2.9.4.3 Blades shall be center crimped for stiffness and to receive pins and
rods, and edge crimped to interlock with adjacent blades on full shutoff.
Provide additional stiffening angles, as required. 


2.9.4.4 Provide a prime coated or galvanized channel frame for mounting of


bearings, with angle stops on top and bottom. 


2.9.4.5 Provide continuous rods on all drive damper assemblies. Mark the ends
of the damper shaft extension with a saw cut to indicate blade position. 


2.9.4.6 Linkage and hardware shall be SMACNA accepted and arranged for
gang operation and opposed-blade action without jamming or racking. 


2.9.4.7 Bushings for galvanized steel dampers shall be oil impregnated bronze,
sized to match with pins. Bushings for aluminum and stainless steel ductwork
shall be nylon or other suitable thermoset plastic. 


2.9.4.8 Blades shall be a minimum of 18-gauge steel or equal strength


aluminum. Maximum blade width shall be 12 inches. Provide multi-section
dampers for dampers over 48 inches wide. 


2.9.4.9 Provide specified locking quadrants for ductwork serving non- clean
areas. Provide specified dial regulators for ductwork serving cleanrooms. 


2.10 Regulators and Quadrants:

2.10.1 Acceptable Manufacturers:

2.10.1.1 Trox

2.10.1.2 Aerotech

2.11 Turning Vanes:


2.11.1 Acceptable Manufacturers:

2.11.1.1 Trox

2.11.1.2 Aerotech
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2.11.2 Description: Hat channel or embossed vane side rails with shop- fabricated double-
blade turning vanes of the same material as the ductwork. 


2.11.3 Provide factory fabricated, double thickness galvanized sheet metal turning vanes
with airfoil contour in all 90o square elbows and elsewhere as indicated on drawings. Shop
fabricated turning vanes shall be submitted for approval prior to fabrication. 


2.11.4 Acoustical Turning Vanes: Double thickness galvanized sheet steel or aluminum,
non-reflective air foil contour type vane with perforated surface, a core of sound
absorbent material and nailing.

2.12 Duct Access Doors:


2.12.1 Acceptable Manufacturers:

2.12.1.1 Trox

2.12.1.2 Aerotech

2.12.2 Description:

2.12.2.1 Double wall access door with minimum 1-inch thick insulation between walls,
angle or Z-frame, sealing gasket around the periphery, double layer Plexiglass vision
panel with air space between, hinged with quick release latches. Access doors
smaller than 12 inches square may be secured with sash locks.

2.12.2.2 Sizes shall be as follows:

Duct Size Frame Size No. of Hinge Access Requirements

6” through 8” 6 x 8 2 Hand Hole
 10” 10 x 12 2 One hand and sight
 12”


through 16” 12 x 16 2 Two hands and head sight Greater than 16 x 24 3 Body
entry 16”

2.12.2.3 Provide sufficient sealant for application between the door frame and duct
for installations in ductwork with seal Class A and B, and in ductwork serving clean
rooms.

2.12.2.4 Patch plates attached with screw fasteners are prohibited, except in locations
where they are specifically noted.

2.13 Spin-in Fittings

2.13.1 Description

2.13.1.1 Straight pattern sheet metal spin-in fitting with 45-degree scoop designed for
connection to sheet metal ductwork. Assemble using spot welds or rivets. Button-
punch fabrication is prohibited. Provide a specified balancing damper in the
ductwork immediately downstream of each spin-in fitting.

2.14 Backdraft Dampers:

2.14.1 Acceptable Manufacturers:

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2.14.1.1 Trox

2.14.1.2 Aerotech

2.14.2 Description 


2.14.3 Commercial quality, multi-blade, parallel action, counterbalanced backdraft


dampers of 16-gauge galvanized steel, or extruded aluminum, with center pivoted
blades of maximum 6 inches width with felt or flexible vinyl sealed edges, linked
together in rattle-free manner with 90 degree stop, and plated steel pivot pin.
Channel frame. 


2.14.4 Gravity backdraft dampers smaller than 18 by 18 inches furnished with air
moving equipment may be the air moving equipment manufacturers standard
construction. 


2.15 Refrigerant Pipes and Fittings

2.15.1 Material

2.15.1.1 Refrigerant pipes shall be seamless copper type (L) hard drawn tubing
conforming to ASTM B280 and ANSI B31.5.

2.15.1.2 Refrigerant pipes shall be factory cleaned, ready for installation, and shall
have ends capped to protect cleanliness of pipe interior until installed.

2.15.1.3 The value strainers, driers, moisture indicators, sight glasses, and vibration
eliminators shall be full line size.

2.15.1.4 Joining materials shall conform to AWS A5.8. Copper to copper joints shall be
made with a brazing alloy sil-fos (Bcup- 6) without flux. Copper to brass joints shall be
made with silver solder (bag-28) with non-acid flex.

2.15.1.5 Fittings shall be wrought – copper fittings conforming to ANSI B16.22 and ANSI
B16.26 and shall be absolutely free from, scale or dirt.

2.16 Refrigerant Piping accessories

2.16.1 Material

2.16.1.1 Strainer shall be Single type with brass body capable of 500 Psig working
pressure.

2.16.1.2 Sight glasses shall be double – port, See through type having two bull’s eye of
nonferrous material and capable of 350 Psig test pressure.

2.16.1.3 Expansion Valves shall be bronze, suitable for silver – soldered joints and of
external equalizer design, conforming to AR1 750.

2.16.1.4 Vibration Isolator shall be flexible bellows tube type vibrations eliminators with
seamless tin bronze or stainless steel core.

2.15 Refrigerant

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2.15.1 Material

2.15.1.1 All Air-conditioning units shall use the environment friendly refrigerant R-410A,
except as otherwise indicated. All components exposed to refrigerant shall be
compatible.

2.15.1.2 The system shall be charged by weight method not overcharged.

2.15.1.3 All refrigerant lines should be a short as possible and shall have a maximum
run of 150ft.

2.15.1.4 The horizontal piping should be pitched down in the direction flow at a slope
of about 0.05 inches per foot.

2.16 Refrigerant Pipe Insulation

2.16.1 Insulation shall be closed cell tube and sheet, lightweight elastomeric material
(Rubatex, Armaflex, Aeroflex or approved equal) designed for insulating liquid cooling and
heating lines. The close cell structure of the insulating materials shall provide moisture and
vapor resistance without using additional vapor barriers. It shall have a stable thermal
conductivity during service.

2.16.2 Insulate all refrigerant copper pipes with pre-molded closed cell elastomeric black
insulation with 25 mm thick and 86kg/m3 density.

2.16.3 Adhesive shall be rugby or equivalent.

2.17 Condensate Drain pipes and Fittings

2.17.1 Material

2.17.1.1 Drain pipes shall be un-plasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (uPVC) class 150 and
conforms to PNS 65. Fittings shall be joint by solvent cement.

2.17.1.2 Drainpipes shall not be undersize and shall be as direct and straightforward to
drain as possible to prevent blockage.

2.17.1.3 Insulate all interior condensate drain line with pre-molded closed cell
elastomeric black insulation with 12mm thick and 86kg/m3 density.

2.17.1.4 Adhesive shall be rugby or equivalent.

2.17.1.5 Pipe insulation when exposed to weather shall be provided with gauge 26 G.I
sheet metal cladding.

2.18 Motor and Controllers

2.18.1 Material

2.18.1.1 Motors shall conform to NEMA standard, continuous duty, 1.15 service factors,
60 Hz and with enclosure of either Open Drip Proof of Totally Enclosed Fan Cooled as
specified.

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2.18.1.2 Motor controller shall be combination circuit breaker and magnetic starter,
NEMA 1A or 3A enclosure as required.

2.18.1.3 Starter shall be across the line for motor 3.75 KW or smaller and reduced
voltage for above 3.75 KW. Provide one (1) overload relay with heater each phase
and auxiliary contacts as may be required.

2.18.1.4 Circuit breaker shall be molded case breaker complete with thermal
magnetic trip and external operating handle.

2.18.1.5 All motors controllers shall be provided with auxiliary contacts for integration
to Building Automation System.

2.19 Electrical Works

2.19.1 Material

2.19.1.1 Power wiring of Air Conditioning Units shall be provided by the electrical
contractor from Main Panel Board to Enclosed Circuit Breaker or Junction Box and by
the Mechanical Contractor from Enclosed Circuit Breaker to Equipment.

2.19.1.2 Control wiring of Air Conditioning Units shall be the sole responsibility of the
Mechanical Contractor.

2.19.1.3 Interior piping shall be unplasticized Polyvinyl Chloride (uPVC) unless otherwise
noted and must be sized in accordance with the equipment load and
manufacturer’s Standard.

2.19.1.4 Enclosed circuit breaker shall be NEMA 3R for outdoor used and to be
supplied by the Mechanical Contractor.

2.19.1.5 Wires shall be THHN, unless otherwise noted and must be sized in accordance
with the equipment load and manufacturers standard.

2.19.1.6 Circuit Breaker shall be molded Case breaker with thermal magnetic trip and
external operating handle.

2.19.1.7 Controllers shall be provided with auxiliary contacts for integration to Building
Automation System.

2.20 Hanger and Support

2.20.1 Material

2.20.1.1 Pipe support shall be fabricated with flat bar, round bar, and angular bar of
appropriate size.
 Anchorage of pipes support on concrete slab or beam shall be
expansion shield as shown on details.

2.20.1.2 All hangers and supports shall be painted with one (1) coat of primer paint
and two (2) coats of epoxy paint.

2.20.1.3

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2.21 Pipe Sleeves

2.21.1 Material

2.21.1.1 Pipe sleeves shall be B.I pipes schedule 20.

2.21.1.2 Sleeves shall have a minimum clearance of 25mm around the pipe and
caulked with oakum and mastic sealant.

Part 3 Startup and Commissioning requirements

3.1 Work included

3.1.1 Comply with the Agreement between the Construction Manager and Trade
Contractor and all other documents referred to therein. 


3.1.2 Provide all services, materials and labour required to fully commission the
mechanical systems in accordance with this Section of the Specification. 


3.2 Coordination

3.2.1 Meet the requirements of the General Instructions. 


3.2.2 Coordinate the work of this Section with all other Divisions to ensure complete
and operational mechanical systems at completion of this work. 


3.2.3 Appoint a single person as Commissioning Coordinator who shall be responsible


for progressing the commissioning activities of each Division 15 trade. The
Commissioning Coordinator shall report to the Commissioning Manager. 


3.2.4 Review the design intent of the project and the intended operation of systems
with the Consultant before proceeding with commissioning. 


3.3 Quality Assurance

3.3.1 Meet ASHRAE Standard 1-1989 Guideline for Commissioning of HVAC Systems.
Refer to Section 15950 for more detailed requirements on testing, adjusting, and
balancing. 


3.3.2 The “Clients Representative” may elect to source start-up and handover by a
specialist commissioning company. Supply to the Commissioning Manager, the
following details regarding the proposed firm: 
 3.3.2.1 Principle representative and
qualifications
 3.3.2.2 Proposed personnel and relevant project experience 3.3.2.3
Previous similar assignments and references 3.3.2.4 Scope of work to be
undertaken
 3.3.2.5 Company resources and equipment 


3.3.3 Use of a commissioning specialist shall not relieve Division 15 of the obligation to
name one of his own employees as the person responsible for progressing
commissioning, i.e. the Commissioning Coordinator. 


3.3.4 Supply the name, qualifications and experience of the proposed Commissioning
Coordinator upon Project Managers request. Selection shall be subject to review and

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the approval of the Consultant. Supply alternative person(s) when requested by


Consultant. 


3.3.5 The Consultant may, at his discretion, attend and advise in the commissioning
process. Meet Consultant requirements. 


3.3.6 Hold and attend regular meetings during the commissioning process. Prepare
detailed progress reports to coincide with regular commissioning meetings.
Coordinate with the Commissioning Manager, the preparation and issue of minutes
for each meeting to be circulated to each involved trade, the Consultant and the
Construction Manager representative(s). Minutes shall highlight action items. 


3.4 Schedule and Completion of installation of the systems

3.4.1 Submit to the Consultant, 60 days prior to the scheduled Substantial Performance,
detailed and comprehensive installation completion/startup/testing schedule, identifying
all trades and suppliers to be involved. Update the schedule and resubmit for review, on a
biweekly basis, during the course of commissioning. If found to be unacceptable, revise
the schedule and the construction forces to suit the reviewed schedule. This schedule shall
include, but is not limited to the following items:

3.4.1.1 Installation and testing of Refrigerant Piping systems. Very strict compliance to
manufacturer’s recommendations is required with regards to quality of workmanship
and testing procedures for refrigerant piping works such as pipe covering, flushing, air-
tightness of soldered, flared and flanged joints, vacuum drying and nitrogen
replacement. This is to ensure that no moisture and dirt is left inside the pipe and
guarantee no refrigerant leaks.

3.4.1.2 Installation leak testing and cleaning of duct systems (by Ductwork
Contractor).

3.4.1.3 Control system wiring (by Control Contractor) 


3.4.1.4 Air balancing (by Balancing Contractor) 


3.4.1.5 Electrical service connections (by Electrical Contractor) 


3.4.1.6 Equipment supplier’s pre-start checkout of the equipment installations,


including controls

3.4.1.7 Start-up of various pieces of equipment and systems

3.4.1.8 Operational testing of system components

3.4.1.9 Performance testing of equipment and systems 


3.4.1.10 Acceptance testing of equipment installations and system, by authorities


having jurisdiction and Owner's insurance company

3.4.1.11 Troubleshooting

3.4.1.12 Calibration of controls and point checkout (by Control Contractor)

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3.4.1.13 Control software set-up and checkout including seasonal and response
checkout of operating sequences, PID optimization (By Control Subcontractor)

3.4.1.14 Emergency system checkout

3.4.1.15 Fire alarm and control system interfacing (by Control Contractor & Division
16)

3.4.1.16 Submittal of completed equipment and system checkout sheets

3.4.1.17 Demonstration of systems and equipment

3.4.1.18 Maintenance manual preparation and submittal

3.4.1.19 Operator training program

3.4.1.20 Record documentation submittal.

3.5 Record Documentation

3.5.1 Prepare record documentation for each equipment installation covering: 


3.5.1.1 Equipment identification and supplier

3.5.1.2 Shop Drawing submittal, review, production release, and delivery dates

3.5.1.3 Dates for completion of all work required preparing for equipment installation

3.5.1.4 Dates for equipment installation, supplier pre-start checkout and system
availability for start-up 


3.5.1.5 Dates for equipment start-up, performance testing, proposal for temporary use,
acceptance-testing, demonstration, turnover and warranty start/finish. 


3.5.2 Submit proposed record sheets and procedures to Consultant for review, when
requested by the Owner. 


3.5.3 List all specialist personnel and equipment required for the test and ensures that
these are available by the test date.

3.5.4 Provide documentation of the commissioning process for inclusion into the
maintenance manuals. These are to include checkout sheets, equipment data sheets,
start-up certificates from suppliers involved in start-up, documentation concerning
demonstration to the Owner. Include all record and result sheets form commissioning
tests

3.5.5 Maintain a log of key operating parameters, problems encountered, solutions


employed and verification of effectiveness of solutions. Include log in maintenance
manuals.

3.5.6 Refer to example documentation available from Construction manager's


representative.

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3.6 Startup

3.6.1 Coordinate and supervise the start-up of the various pieces of equipment and
systems. Utilize the start-up services of the manufacturer's representative. Ensure that the
equipment is operating in a satisfactory manner. Check the following items:

3.6.1.1 Direction of rotation 


3.6.1.2 Grease and lubricants 


3.6.1.3 Noise, if deemed to be a problem 


3.6.1.4 Seals 


3.6.1.5 Alignment of fan drives by a millwright 


3.6.1.6 Piping connections and safeties 


3.6.1.7 Electrical amp draw, starting inrush current and trip/heater settings 


3.6.1.8Meet Section 15010 requirements for Temporary Services and Temporary and
Trial Use.

3.7 Troubleshooting

3.7.1 Resolve inter Division coordination problems.

3.7.2 Where problems become apparent during the commissioning process, identify and
resolve these problems. The basic functions in troubleshooting are:

3.7.2.1 What - identification and definition of the problem 


3.7.2.2 Why - determination and evaluation of the causes 


3.7.2.3 When - determine the time available to resolve the problem. 


3.7.2.4 Involve the designing authority in the review of the problem and proposed
resolution. 


3.7.2.5 Coordinate remedial action with the appropriate parties. 


3.7.2.6 Evaluate the effectiveness of the remedial action. 


3.7.2.7 Record the problem, cause, remedial action and result. 


3.8 Operating and Testing

3.8.1 Inspection, Testing and Certificates. 


3.8.2 Test the operation of the individual components and systems. Go through each step
of the sequence of operation and verify that each component operates correctly. Direct
and ensure that all trades involved make the required changes and adjustments to effect
the proper operation of all components and systems. Meet commissioning test
requirements. 


3.8.3 Document operation and testing. 


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3.8.4 Carry out operational tests for the current season and simulate operation of summer,
winter and intermediate seasons. 


3.9 Operating and Maintenance Manuals

3.9.1 Coordinate the manual provision with Consultant prepared Operation and
Maintenance Manual, if available.

3.10 Spare Parts

3.10.1 Provide a list of spare parts, special tools, lubricants, etc. for each item of equipment
which has been purchased as part of the Contract.

3.10.2 Provide a listing of recommended spare parts for all equipment installed under
Division 15, to cover a period from Substantial Completion to Warranty end.

3.10.3 Provide at minimum, the following information for recommended spare parts:

3.10.3.1 Manufacturer's name, address, phone and fax numbers.

3.10.3.2 Manufacturer's part name, part number, unit price, lead time, shelf life.

3.10.3.3 Quantity recommended for 1 year.

3.10.3.4 Alternative suppliers of compatible parts, including local supplier name,


address, phone and fax numbers.

3.10.4 Submit preliminary list of spare parts and tools to Owner at least 30 days prior to
intended system handover to Owner. The Owner reserves the right to add to, reduce or
omit entirely, the recommendations contained on these lists.

3.11 Commissioning Tests

3.11.1 Verify readings, calibration and set-up of sensors and equipment, including:

3.11.1.1 Temperature sensors

3.11.1.2 Air flow switches

3.11.1.3 Status switches.

3.11.1.4 Pressure gauges and gauge connection utilization.

3.11.1.5 Control damper positioning, including tightness when closed and full
open/balance position.

3.11.1.6 Alarm contacts

3.11.2 Verify correct sensors are reporting accurately to the distributed field panels and
operator workstation.

3.11.3 Operate each major equipment. Verify and correct the following if required:

3.11.3.1 Piping, sensor and unit installation.

3.11.3.2 Start/stop from the terminal


JOSEPH TAN CALAMBA, PME, CEM
PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER
PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VRF
2018 AIRCONDITIONING & VENTILLATION SYSTEM
26 OBSIDIAN BUILDING

3.11.3.3 Correct open/close and modulation procedures with valves and dampers.

3.11.3.4
 Stable operation of controls under normal conditions and with changes in
air/refrigerant/on/off conditions.

3.11.3.5
 Filters for return air.


3.11.3.6
 Trend logs operation indication.

3.11.3.7
 Drain pan operation and trap priming

3.11.4 Verify that all cooling coil drain pans and condensate piping operate.

3.11.5 Verify duct cleaning, air balancing and air pattern adjustments.

3.11.6 Verify access to each fire damper

3.12 Post Substantial Performance Visits

3.12.1 Visit the site and the Owner's representative each month after Substantial
Performance for a minimum period of two days until the end of the project warranty
period. 


3.12.2 Review the operation of the system. 


3.12.3 Correct any operating problems, if problem is related to warranty issues. 


3.12.4 Prepare a report for the Consultant and Construction Manager for inclusion in
the Operating Manuals of the problems and issues that have arisen and the
corrective action(s) recommended and implement. 


- End of this section -

JOSEPH TAN CALAMBA, PME, CEM


PROFESSIONAL MECHANICAL ENGINEER TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FOR VRF
PRC Reg. 4607; PTR: 0053136
 Issued at: Davao City
 Date: 10 Jan
2018 AIRCONDITIONING & VENTILLATION SYSTEM

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