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SECTION 224215

COMMERCIAL PLUMBING FIXTURES

PART 1 - GENERAL

1.1 SUMMARY

A. This Section includes plumbing fixtures and related components for office buildings, support
buildings, and public spaces in residential buildings.

B. Related Sections include the following:

1. Division 10 Section “Prefabricated Shower Receptor and Door” for individual showers.
2. Division 11 Section “Food Service Equipment” for kitchen fixtures not in this section.
3. Division 11 Section “Medical Equipment” for equipment not in this section.
4. Division 22 Section “Plumbing Specialties” for backflow preventers and specialty fixtures
not in this section.
5. Division 22 Section “Residential Plumbing Fixtures” for plumbing fixtures not in this
section.
6. Division 22 Section “Drinking Fountains and Water Coolers”.

1.2 DEFINITIONS

A. Accessible Fixture: Plumbing fixture that can be approached, entered, and used by people with
disabilities.

B. Fitting: Device that controls flow of water into or out of plumbing fixture. Fittings specified in
this Section include supplies and stops, faucets and spouts, shower heads and tub spouts, drains
and tailpieces, and traps and waste pipes. Piping and general-duty valves are included where
indicated.

1.3 SUBMITTALS

A. General: Submit each item in this Article according to the Conditions of the Contract and Division
1 Specification Sections.

B. Product Data for each plumbing fixture category and type specified. Include selected fixture, trim,
fittings, accessories, appliances, appurtenances, equipment, and supports. Indicate materials and
finishes, dimensions, construction details, and flow-control rates.
1. Identify GreenSpec or WaterSense label where applicable (e.g. faucets, toilets, urinals,
shower heads).

C. Wiring diagrams from manufacturer for electrically operated units.

D. Maintenance data for plumbing fixtures and components to include in the operation and
maintenance manuals specified in Division 1.

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1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Source Limitations: Obtain plumbing fixtures, faucets, and other components of each category
through one source from a single manufacturer.
1. Exception: If fixtures, faucets, or other components are not available from a single
manufacturer, obtain similar products from other manufacturers specified for that category.

B. If procured outside the U.S., fixtures shall meet equivalent standard for performance and flow
approved by COR based on documentation provided to OBO/PDCS/DE mechanical engineer.

C. Electrical Components, Devices, and Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA 70,
Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction, and marked for
intended use.

D. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with accessibility requirements in Chapter 11 of the OBO

Building Code.

E. Regulatory Requirements: Comply with requirements in Public Law 102-486, "Energy Policy
Act," about water flow and consumption rates for plumbing fixtures.

F. NSF Standard: Comply with NSF 61, "Drinking Water System Components--Health Effects," for
fixture materials that will be in contact with potable water.

G. Select combinations of fixtures and trim, faucets, fittings, and other components that are
compatible.

H. Finishes of fixtures within same rooms shall match.

I. Comply with the following applicable standards and other requirements specified for plumbing
fixtures:
1. Enameled, Cast-Iron Fixtures: ASME A112.19.1M.
2. Hand Sinks: NSF 2 construction.
3. Slip-Resistant Bathing Surfaces: ASTM F 462.
4. Stainless-Steel Fixtures Other Than Service Sinks: ASME A112.19.3M.
5. Vitreous-China Fixtures: ASME A112.19.2.
6. Water-Closet, Flushometer Tank Trim: ASSE 1037.

J. Comply with the following applicable standards and other requirements specified for lavatory and
sink faucets:
1. Backflow Protection Devices for Faucets with Side Spray: ASME A112.18.3.
2. Backflow Protection Devices for Faucets with Hose-Thread Outlet: ASME A112.18.3.
3. Faucet Hose: ASTM D 3901.
4. Faucets: ASME A112.18.1.
5. Hose-Connection Vacuum Breakers: ASSE 1011.
6. Hose-Coupling Threads: ASME B1.20.7.
7. Atmospheric Vacuum Breakers: ASSE 1001.
8. NSF Materials: NSF 61.
9. Pipe Threads: ASME B1.20.1.
10. Sensor-Actuated Faucets and Electrical Devices: UL 1951.

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11. Supply and Drain Fittings: ASME A112.18.1.

K. Comply with the following applicable standards and other requirements specified for bathtub and
shower faucets:
1. Automatic Compensating Valves for Individual Showers and Tub: ASSE 1016.
2. Faucets: ASME A112.18.1.
3. Backflow Prevention Devices for Hand-Held Showers: ASSE 1014.
4. High-Temperature-Limit Controls for Thermal-Shock-Preventing Devices: ASTM F 445.
5. Hose-Coupling Threads: ASME B1.20.7.
6. Pipe Threads: ASME B1.20.1.
7. Automatic Compensating Valves for Individual Showers and Tub/Shower Combinations:
ASSE 1016.
8. Standard Consumer Safety Specification for Scald-Preventing Devices and Systems in
Bathing Area: ASTM F444

L. Comply with the following applicable standards and other requirements specified for
miscellaneous fittings:
1. Atmospheric Vacuum Breakers: ASSE 1001.
2. Brass and Copper Supplies: ASME A112.18.1.
3. Manual-Operation Flushometers: ASSE 1037.
4. Sensor-Operation Flushometers: ASSE 1037 and UL 1951.
5. Tubular Brass Drainage Fittings and Piping: ASME A112.18.1.

M. Comply with the following applicable standards and other requirements specified for
miscellaneous components:
1. Disposers: ASSE 1008 and UL 430.
2. Floor Drains: ASME A112.6.3.
3. Grab Bars: ASTM F 446.
4. Hose-Coupling Threads: ASME B1.20.7.
5. Off-Floor Fixture Supports: ASME A112.6.1M.
6. Pipe Threads: ASME B1.20.1.
7. Plastic Toilet Seats: ANSI Z124.5.
8. Supply and Drain Protective Shielding Guards: ICC A117.1.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS

2.1 PLUMBING FIXTURES

A. General: All faucets, flushometers, water closets, and urinals shall be water conserving, automatic
devices, unless otherwise noted.

B. Fixture Designation for Office Buildings: Adjust front portion of fixture designation ‘NOB’ for
NOX, or otherwise as appropriate, where applicable.

2.2 LAVATORY FAUCETS

A. Automatic Lavatory Faucet: Include hot- and cold-water indicators; coordinate faucet inlets with
supplies and fixture holes and outlet with spout and fixture receptor.
1. Maximum Flow Rate: 1.9 L/min., with automatic 12 second shutoff.

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2. Body Material: Cast brass or copper or brass underbody with brass cover plate.
3. Finish: Polished chrome plate.
4. Centers: 102 mm.
5. Mounting: Deck, exposed.
6. Handle(s): Not applicable.
7. Inlet(s): DN 15 male shank.
8. Spout: Rigid.
9. Spout Outlet: Aerator.
10. Operation: Single battery powered, sensor operated, automatic.
11. Drain: Chrome plated grid.
12. Tempering Device: Thermostatic for double supplies.

2.3 SHOWER FAUCETS

A. Shower Faucet: Include hot- and cold-water indicators. Coordinate faucet inlets with supplies and
outlet with wall supply.
1. Maximum Flow Rate: 5.68 L/min.
2. Body Material: Cast brass.
3. Finish: Polished chrome plate.
4. Type: Single-handle thermostatic and pressure balance valve.
5. Mounting: Exposed.
6. Handles: Lever.
7. Operation: Compression, manual.
8. Antiscald Device: Integral with mixing valve.
9. Check Stops: Check-valve type, integral with or attached to body; on hot- and cold-water
supply connections.
10. Supply Connections: DN 15 female inlet, DN 15 male outlet.
11. Shower Head Material: Metallic with chrome-plated finish.
12. Head Type: Ball joint.
13. Spray Pattern: Adjustable.
14. Integral Volume Control: Required.
15. Shower-Arm, Flow-Control Fitting: Not required.
16. Labeling: WaterSense.

B. Shower Faucet – Accessible: Include hot- and cold-water indicators; soft handshower, hose, wall
supply, and slide bar. Coordinate faucet inlets with supplies and outlet with wall supply.
1. Maximum Flow Rate: 5.68 L/min.
2. Body Material: Cast brass.
3. Finish: Polished chrome plate.
4. Type: Single-handle thermostatic and pressure balance valve.
5. Mounting: Exposed.
6. Handles: Lever.
7. Backflow Protection Device for Hand-Held Shower: Required.
8. Operation: Compression, manual.
9. Antiscald Device: Integral with mixing valve.
10. Check Stops: Check-valve type, integral with or attached to body; on hot- and cold-water
supply connections.
11. Supply Connections: DN 15 female inlet, DN 15 male outlet.
12. Shower Head Material: Metallic with chrome-plated finish.

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13. Head Type: Hand held, slide-bar mounted.

14. Spray Pattern: Adjustable.
15. Integral Volume Control: Required.
16. Hose: 1500mm.
17. Labeling: WaterSense.

2.4 SINK FAUCETS

A. Kitchenette Sink Faucet: Kitchen faucet without spray. Include hot- and cold-water indicators;
coordinate faucet inlets with supplies and fixture holes and outlet with spout and fixture receptor.
1. Maximum Flow Rate: 5.68 L/min., unless otherwise indicated.
2. Body Material: Cast brass.
3. Finish: Polished chrome plate.
4. Mixing Valve: Single lever-activated, washerless cartridge.
5. Centers: 203mm.
6. Mounting: Deck, exposed.
7. Handle: Single, metal lever.
8. Inlets: DN 15 male shank.
9. Spout: 200mm tubular swing.
10. Spout Outlet: Aerator.
11. Vacuum Breaker: Required.
12. Drain: Conical stainless steel strainer basket with flexible stem and rubber stopper.

B. Medical Sink Faucet: Two handle mixing valve. Include hot- and cold-water indicators;
coordinate faucet inlets with supplies and fixture holes and outlet with spout and fixture receptor.
1. Maximum Flow Rate: 5.68 L/min., unless otherwise indicated.
2. Body Material: Cast brass.
3. Finish: Polished chrome plate.
4. Centers: 102mm.
5. Mounting: Deck, exposed.
6. Handles: 100mm forged Brass wrist blades.
7. Inlets: DN 15 male shank.
8. Spout: Brass gooseneck swing spout.
9. Spout Outlet: Aerator.
10. Vacuum Breaker: Required.
11. Operation: Compression, manual, by renewable unit with replaceable stainless steel seat.
12. Drain: Stainless steel crumb cup with removable stainless steel strainer basket with rubber
stopper.
13. Tailpiece: DN40 stainless steel, 102 mm long.

C. Service Sink Faucet: Service sink faucet with stops in shanks, vacuum breaker, hose thread outlet,
and pail hook. Include hot- and cold-water indicators; coordinate faucet inlets with supplies and
fixture holes and outlet with spout and fixture receptor.
1. Body Material: Cast brass.
2. Finish: Polished chrome plate.
3. Mixing Valve: Two-lever handle.
4. Backflow Protection Device for Hose Outlet: Required.
5. Centers: Adjustable, 152 to 254mm with offset shanks.
6. Mounting: Back, wall, exposed.

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7. Handles: Knob.
8. Inlets: DN 15 male shank.
9. Spout: Rigid, solid brass with wall brace.
10. Spout Outlet: Hose thread
11. Vacuum Breaker: Required.
12. Operation: Compression, manual.
13. Drain: Grid.

2.5 FLUSHOMETERS

A. Flushometer: Flushometer for water-closet type fixture. Cast-brass body with corrosion-resistant
internal components, control stop with check valve, vacuum breaker, and copper or brass tubing,
and polished chrome-plated finish on exposed parts.
1. Internal Design: Diaphragm operation.
2. Style: Exposed.
3. Inlet Size: DN 25.
4. Trip Mechanism: Battery-operated sensor actuator.
5. Maximum Consumption: 4.85 L/flush
6. Tailpiece Size: DN 40 and length to top of bowl.

B. Flushometer: Flushometer for ultra-low flow urinal-type fixture. Cast-brass body with corrosion-
resistant internal components, control stop with check valve, vacuum breaker, and copper or brass
tubing, and polished chrome-plated finish on exposed parts.
1. Internal Design: Diaphragm operation.
2. Style: Exposed.
3. Inlet Size: DN 20.
4. Trip Mechanism: Battery-operated sensor actuator.
5. Maximum Consumption: 0.5 L/flush.
6. Tailpiece Size: DN 40 and length to top of bowl.
7. Labeling: GreenSpec Listed or WaterSense.

2.6 TOILET SEATS

A. Toilet Seat: Solid plastic.

1. Configuration: Open front without cover.
2. Size: Elongated.
3. Class: Heavy-duty commercial.
4. Hinge Type: SS, self-sustaining.
5. Color: White.

2.7 PROTECTIVE SHIELDING GUARDS

A. Protective Shielding Pipe Enclosures: High-impact, stain resistant vinyl enclosure, specifically
manufactured for enclosing hot- and cold-water supplies, trap and drain piping, electronic faucet
connections, and mixing valves under wall hung lavatories complying with accessibility
requirements of the OBO Building Code.

B. Protective Shielding Pipe Covers: Molded, closed-cell anti-microbial vinyl seamless P-trap
insulation kit furnished with seamless riser tubes, supply angle stop covers, seamless drain

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tailpiece cover, and angle stop wheel handle covers. Comply with accessibility requirements of
the OBO Building Code.

2.8 FIXTURE SUPPORTS

A. Water-Closet Support: Water-closet combination carrier designed for accessible and standard
mounting height. Include single or double, vertical or horizontal, hub-and-spigot or hubless waste
fitting as required for piping arrangement; faceplates; couplings with gaskets; feet; and fixture
bolts and hardware matching fixture. Include additional extension coupling, faceplate, and feet
for installation in wide pipe space.

B. Urinal Support: Urinal carrier with fixture support plates and coupling with seal and fixture bolts
and hardware matching fixture. Include steel uprights with feet.
1. Accessible Fixture Support: Include rectangular steel uprights.

C. Lavatory Support: Lavatory carrier with concealed arms and tie rod. Include steel uprights with
feet.
1. Accessible Fixture Support: Include rectangular steel uprights.

2.9 WATER CLOSETS

A. Water Closets: Wall-mounting, back-outlet, and vitreous-china fixture designed for flushometer
valve operation.
1. Style: Flushometer valve.
a. Bowl Type: Elongated with siphon-jet design.
b. Maximum Consumption: 4.16 L/flush.
c. Color: White.
2. Flushometer: As specified.
3. Toilet Seat: As specified.
4. Fixture Support: Water-closet support combination carrier as specified.

B. Water Closets - Accessible: Accessible, wall-mounting, back-outlet, and vitreous-china fixture

designed for flushometer valve operation.
1. Style: Flushometer valve.
a. Bowl Type: Elongated with siphon-jet design.
b. Maximum Consumption: 4.16 L/flush.
c. Color: White.
2. Flushometer: As specified.
3. Toilet Seat: As specified.
4. Fixture Support: Water-closet support combination carrier as specified.

2.10 URINALS

A. Urinals: Ultra-low flow urinal, wall-mounting, back-outlet, vitreous-china fixture designed for
flushometer valve operation.
1. Type: Siphon Jet.
2. Strainer or Trapway: Integral cast strainer.
3. Design Consumption: 0.47 L/flush.
4. Color: White.

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5. Supply Spud Size: DN 20.

6. Outlet Size: DN 50.
7. Flushometer: As specified.
8. Fixture Support: As specified.
9. Labeling: WaterSense.

B. Urinals - Accessible: Ultra-low flow urinal, wall-mounting, back-outlet, vitreous-china fixture

designed for flushometer valve operation.
1. Type: Siphon Jet
2. Strainer or Trapway: Integral cast strainer.
3. Design Consumption: 0.47 L/flush.
4. Color: White.
5. Supply Spud Size: DN 20.
6. Outlet Size: DN 50.
7. Flushometer: As specified.
8. Fixture Support: As specified.
9. Labeling: GreenSpec or WaterSense.

2.11 LAVATORIES

A. Lavatories: Accessible, wall-hanging, concrete fixture.

1. Type: With contoured back.
2. Size: precast concrete, see architectural drawings.
3. Faucet Hole Punching: Three, 102-mm centers holes.
4. Faucet Hole Location: Top.
5. Color: White.
6. Faucet: As specified.
7. Supplies: DN 10 chrome-plated copper with stops.
8. Drain: See faucet.
9. Drain Piping: DN 32 by DN 40 chrome-plated cast-brass trap; DN 40 thick tubular brass
waste to wall; and wall escutcheon.
10. Protective Shielding Guard: As specified.
11. Fixture Support: Lavatory, as specified.

B. Lavatories: Accessible, counter-mounting, vitreous-china fixture.

1. Type: Self-rimming.
2. Oval Lavatory Size: 508 by 432 mm.
3. Faucet Hole Punching: Three, 102-mm centers, holes.
4. Faucet Hole Location: Top.
5. Color: White.
6. Faucet: Lavatory. As specified.
7. Supplies: DN 10 chrome-plated copper with stops.
8. Drain: See faucet.
9. Drain Piping: DN 32 chrome-plated cast-brass trap; DN 40 thick tubular brass waste to
wall; and wall escutcheon.
10. Protective Shielding Guard: As specified.

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2.12 SINKS

A. Kitchenette Sink: Counter-mounting, self-rimming, Type 304, 18-8 stainless steel sink.
1. Overall Size: 559 by 432 mm.
2. Number of Compartments: One.
3. Bowl Depth: 165mm.
4. Sink Faucet: As specified.
5. Supplies: DN 15 chrome-plated copper with stops.
6. Mounting Holes: Three.
7. Drain Opening: 89mm, off-center - 114mm from back.
8. Drain: See faucet.
9. Drain Piping: DN 40 chrome-plated cast-brass trap, 1.1-mm- thick tubular brass waste to
wall, continuous waste, and wall escutcheon[s].
10. Underside: Fully coated to dampen sound and prevent condensation.

B. Laboratory Sink: Single-compartment, counter-mounting, Type 304 18-8 stainless-steel fixture.

Fixture shall conform to ASME/ANSI A112.19.3M.
1. Overall Size: 483 by 534 mm.
2. Compartment: 356 by 457 mm, with straight sides and 45mm radius corners
3. Finish: Hand-blended, with highlighted rim.
4. Rim: Self-rimming fixture with 300 series stainless steel mounting channels.
5. Sink Faucet: As specified.
6. Supplies: DN 15 chrome-plated copper with stops.
7. Drain: see faucet.
8. Drain Piping: DN 40 chrome-plated cast-brass trap, 1.1-mm- thick tubular brass waste to
wall, and wall escutcheon.
9. Underside: Fully coated to dampen sound and prevent condensation.
10. Mounting Holes: Three, on 102mm centers.

2.13 SERVICE BASINS

A. Service Basins: Floor-mounting, pre-cast terrazzo basin with rim guard.

1. Shape: Square.
2. Size: 610 by 610 mm.
3. Height: 255 mm.
4. Rim Guard: On front.
5. Faucet: Sink as specified.
6. Drain: DN 80 outlet, see faucet.

2.14 UTILITY SINK

A. Utility Sink: free standing 16guage 304 stainless steel sink with sideboard.
1. Overall size: 609.2 mm X 609.6 mm X 355.6 mm deep
2. Construction: All heli-arc welded. Free standing stainless legs
3. Drain: DN 80 outlet
4. Faucet: Sink as specified.

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2.15 INDIVIDUAL SHOWERS

A. Shower: Terrazzo receptor, steel plans, ADA

1. Overall size: 990.6 mm X 990.6 mm X 2009mm
2. Panel material: Steel with white baked enamel.
3. Floor receptor material: Black and white terrazzo with stainless steel front edge protector.
4. Faucet/shower: As specified.
5. Accessories: Stainless steel curtain rod, with 0.28kg GSA Approved Curtain.
6. Seat: Retractable accessible Teakwood shower seat with stainless steel frame.
7. Grab Bars: One wrap around and one vertical stainless steel grab bar to meet accessibility
requirements.
8. Drain: DN50 outlet with chrome plated brass grate.

PART 3 - EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

A. Examine roughing-in for water soil and for waste piping systems and supports to verify actual
locations and sizes of piping connections and that locations and types of supports match those
indicated, before plumbing fixture installation. Use manufacturer's roughing-in data if roughing-
in data are not indicated.

B. Examine walls, floors, and cabinets for suitable conditions where fixtures are to be installed.

C. Proceed with installation only after unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected.

3.2 FIXTURE INSTALLATION

A. Assemble fixtures, trim, fittings, and other components according to manufacturers' written
instructions.

B. Provide adequate space around plumbing fixtures to allow for routine maintenance and repair.

C. For wall-hanging fixtures, install off-floor supports affixed to building substrate.

1. Use carrier supports with waste fitting and seal for back-outlet fixtures.
2. Use carrier supports without waste fitting for fixtures with tubular waste piping.
3. Use chair-type carrier supports with rectangular steel uprights for accessible fixtures.

D. Install back-outlet, wall-hanging fixtures onto waste fitting seals and attach to supports.

E. Install floor-mounting fixtures on closet flanges or other attachments to piping or building

substrate.

F. Install wall-hanging fixtures with tubular waste piping attached to supports.

G. Install floor-mounting, back-outlet water closets attached to building floor substrate and wall
bracket and onto waste fitting seals.

H. Install counter-mounting fixtures in and attached to casework.

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I. Install fixtures level and plumb according to manufacturers' written instructions and roughing-in
drawings.

J. Install water-supply piping with stop on each supply to each fixture to be connected to water
distribution piping. Attach supplies to supports or substrate within pipe spaces behind fixtures.
Install stops in locations where they can be easily reached for operation.
1. Exception: Use ball, gate, or globe valve if stops are not specified with fixture. Refer to
Division 23 Section "General-Duty Valves for Plumbing Piping" for general-duty valves.

K. Install trap and tubular waste piping on drain outlet of each fixture to be directly connected to
sanitary drainage system.

L. Install tubular waste piping on drain outlet of each fixture to be indirectly connected to drainage
system.

M. Install flushometer valves for accessible water closets and urinals with handle mounted on wide
side of compartment. Install other actuators in locations that are easy for people with disabilities
to reach.

N. Install tanks for accessible, tank-type water closets with lever handle mounted on wide side of
compartment.

O. Install toilet seats on water closets.

P. Install dual flush water-closet instructional metal wall plate above fixture.

Q. Install faucet-spout fittings with specified flow rates and patterns in faucet spouts if faucets are
not available with required rates and patterns. Include adapters if required.

R. Install water-supply, flow-control fittings with specified flow rates in fixture supplies at stop
valves.

S. Install faucet, flow-control fittings with specified flow rates and patterns in faucet spouts if faucets
are not available with required rates and patterns. Include adapters if required.

T. Install shower, flow-control fittings with specified maximum flow rates in shower arms.

U. Install traps on fixture outlets.

1. Exception: Omit trap on fixtures with integral traps.
2. Exception: Omit trap on indirect wastes, unless otherwise indicated.

V. Install disposer in outlet of sinks indicated to have disposer. Install switch where indicated or in
wall adjacent to sink if location is not indicated.

W. Install hot-water dispensers in back top surface of sink or in counter with spout over sink.

X. Install escutcheons at piping wall ceiling penetrations in exposed, finished locations and within
cabinets and millwork. Use deep-pattern escutcheons if required to conceal protruding fittings.
Refer to Division 23 Section "Common Work Results for Fire Suppression, Plumbing, and
HVAC" for escutcheons.

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Y. Set bathtubs, shower receptors, and service basins in leveling bed of cement grout. Refer to
Division 23 Section "Common Work Results for Fire Suppression, Plumbing, and HVAC" for
grout.

Z. Seal joints between fixtures and walls, floors, and counters using sanitary-type, one-part, mildew-
resistant, silicone sealant. Match sealant color to fixture color. Refer to Division 07 Section "Joint
Sealants" for sealant and installation requirements.

3.3 CONNECTIONS

A. Piping installation requirements are specified in other Division 15 Sections. Drawings indicate
general arrangement of piping, fittings, and specialties.

B. Connect water supplies from water distribution piping to fixtures.

C. Connect drain piping from fixtures to drainage piping.

D. Supply and Waste Connections to Plumbing Fixtures: Connect fixtures with water supplies, stops,
risers, traps, and waste piping. Use size fittings required to match fixtures. Connect to plumbing
piping.

E. Supply and Waste Connections to Fixtures and Equipment Specified in Other Sections: Connect
fixtures and equipment with water supplies, stops, risers, traps, and waste piping specified. Use
size fittings required to match fixtures and equipment. Connect to plumbing piping.

F. Ground equipment.
1. Tighten electrical connectors and terminals according to manufacturer's published torque-
tightening values. If manufacturer's torque values are not indicated, use those specified in
UL 486A and UL 486B.

3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Verify that installed fixtures are categories and types specified for locations where installed.

B. Check that fixtures are complete with trim, faucets, fittings, and other specified components.

C. Inspect installed fixtures for damage. Replace damaged fixtures and components.

D. Test installed fixtures after water systems are pressurized for proper operation. Replace
malfunctioning fixtures and components, then retest. Repeat procedure until units operate
properly.

E. Install fresh batteries in sensor-operated mechanisms.

F. Test shower floors and receptors for water tightness according to the OBO Plumbing Code.

3.5 ADJUSTING

A. Operate and adjust faucets and controls. Replace damaged and malfunctioning fixtures, fittings,
and controls.

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B. Operate and adjust disposers, hot-water dispensers, and controls. Replace damaged and
malfunctioning units and controls.

C. Adjust water pressure at faucets, shower valves, and flushometer valves to produce proper flow
and stream.

D. Replace washers and seals of leaking and dripping faucets and stops.

3.6 CLEANING

A. Clean fixtures, faucets, and other fittings with manufacturers' recommended cleaning methods
and materials. Do the following:
1. Remove faucet spouts and strainers, remove sediment and debris, and reinstall strainers
and spouts.
2. Remove sediment and debris from drains.

3.7 PROTECTION

A. Provide protective covering for installed fixtures and fittings.

B. Do not allow use of fixtures for temporary facilities unless approved in writing by Government.

END OF SECTION

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