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THE SPECIFICATION SECTION IN THE CONTRACT

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DIVISION 16:  ELECTRICAL

SECTION  16520 - EXTERIOR LUMINAIRES

USE:	Furnishing and installing exterior lighting fixtures, ballasts, and lamps.  

NOTES TO SPECIFIER:

	A.	Options within paragraphs are identified by enclosure in brackets; blank spaces enclosed by brackets [_____] provide for information to be inserted, as appropriate, to individual projects.

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	E.	The Guide Specifications are intended to be continuously reviewed and revised.  User’s technical comments are appreciated.  Also, other related or similar specification that are written “from scratch” that could benefit others, or other questions can be sent to NSTC A/E Group, ST 110, or call (303) 987-6868.

DRAWING DATA REQUIRED: 

REVISIONS OF THIS SECTION:
CSI format, editorial changes: 12/01
Metric:  
Technical Update:  2/97

SECTION  16520

EXTERIOR LUMINAIRES

PART 1:  GENERAL

1.1	SUMMARY

	A.	Section Includes:  [Furnishing] [and] [installing] exterior luminaires (lighting fixtures), ballasts, and lamps.  The "type" letter used for reference to various fixtures corresponds to the alphabetical letter used to identify fixtures on the drawings.

1.2	DEFINITIONS

	A.	Lighting Fixtures Mounting Height:  The distance from the ground level to the following points:
		1.	For Wall Mounting:  To the center of the outlet box.
		2.	For Eave or Pole Mounting:  To the lowest point on the fixture.

1.3	SUBMITTALS

	A.	General:  Submittals shall be according to [Section 01009 - General Information and Requirements.] [Section 01300 - Submittals.] [Section 01365 - Certificates of Conformance.]

	B.	Manufacturer's Literature:  Submit [___] copies of the manufacturer's technical data for the light fixtures to be used on this project.

	C.	Photometric Data:  Submit [___] copies of light distribution (isofootcandle) curves, candlepower distribution tables and manufacturer's recommended spacing/mounting height data for all lighting fixtures [except the following:
		1.	Type [___]
		2.	Type [___]

	D.	Shop Drawings:  Submit [___] copies of shop drawings for the lighting fixtures to be used on this project showing dimensions, construction details, installation details, accessories, and, where applicable, suspension and lowering mechanisms, for the following lighting fixtures:
		1.	Type [___]
		2.	Type [___]

1.4	QUALITY ASSURANCE

	A.	Labeling Requirements:  Lighting fixtures and ballasts shall be Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) listed and labeled.  Fluorescent ballasts shall be CBM/ETL labeled.  UL listing and labeling will not be required if it can be shown that fixtures and ballasts meet the requirements of another nationally recognized testing laboratory (NRTL).

PART 2:  PRODUCTS

2.1	MATERIALS

	A.	General:  Lighting fixtures and accessories shall be constructed of the  manufacturer's standard materials, as listed in published product information; types and sizes shall be as indicated or as required for the installation.

	B.	Lamp Requirements:  Lighting fixtures shall be furnished complete with lamps of the quantity and type specified.

	C.	Photometrics:  Shall be the published certified results of tests by an independent photometric testing laboratory.

	D.	Lighting Fixture Mounting Arms:  Shall be of the type and length indicated.  In addition, mounting arm shall be compatible with the type of fixture and pole supplied.

	E.	Lamp Wattage Label:  Each incandescent fixture shall be indelibly stamped or labeled to show the manufacturers' restriction on the largest wattage of lamp permissible.
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BELOW PARAS ARE EXAMPLES ONLY.  EDIT TO SUIT PROJECT.
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	F.	Incandescent Fixtures:  Shall be as follows:
		1.	Type K lighting fixture:  Shall be recessed, 12 inches square (nominal) with polished reflector, Fresnel glass lens, and white finished trim frame suitable for installation in a gypsum board ceiling.  Fixture shall be UL listed for use in damp locations.  Fixture shall be equipped with a side mounted pre-wired junction box UL listed for through branch circuit wiring.  Unit shall be rated 150 watts (minimum), 120V, and shall be lamped with one 100 watt, A21 lamp.
		2.	Type M lighting fixture:  Shall be a two-lamp floodlight suitable for use in wet locations.  Lampholders shall be gasketed and shall be suitable for 150 watt PAR lamps.  Furnish and install two 150 watt PAR 38 lamps.

	G.	Fluorescent Fixtures:  Shall be as follows:
		1.	General:  Unless otherwise specified, body, reflectors, wiring cover, end caps, door frame, hinges and latches shall be steel, not less than 24 ga for wiring cover and 22 ga for all other parts.  Body and reflectors shall be die formed and shall have embossed ribs or flanges for rigidity.  Steel parts shall be pretreated with a multi-stage phosphate (or other similar) under-finish to enhance paint adhesion and corrosion resistance.  Steel parts shall be finished white with a high gloss baked enamel or baked dry polyester powder coating of 85% (minimum) reflectance.
		2.	Ballast:  Unless otherwise specified, ballasts shall be rapid start, high power factor, Class P with A sound rating and catalog-listed suitable for cold weather (-20 degrees F) operation.
		3.	Type F Lighting Fixture:  Shall be a wall mounted linear fluorescent unit with high impact acrylic opal diffuser.  Housing shall be factory bronze finished extruded aluminum 4 inch x 5 inch x 50 inch long (nominal) mounted parallel to wall on 6 inch (nominal) arms.  Diffuser shall be aimed down.  Fixture shall be suitable for operation at 120V and shall include one F40 CW (35 watt nominal) fluorescent lamp.  Fixture shall be suitable for use in wet locations.

	H.	H-I-D Fixtures:  Shall be as follows:
		1.	Type L Lighting Fixture:  Shall be a wall mounted unit with a one-piece die-cast aluminum housing and a gasketed precision molded prismatic polycarbonate refractor.  Housing shall contain a HPF reactor ballast designed to operate at 120V and shall contain aluminum reflector on top and back.  Fixture shall mount on standard 4 inch outlet box with at least 2 bolts.  Fixture shall be lamped with one 150 watt high pressure sodium lamp.  Finish shall be factory bronze.
		2.	Type N lighting fixture shall be a pole mounted "cobra head" unit mounted on a wood pole.  Housing shall be precision die-cast aluminum and is to be furnished complete with power module to which are attached the major electrical components; power door is to be held by a single captive screw.  Fixture shall be prewired; power module shall be removable through the use of quick disconnect plugs.  Optical assembly shall consist of a die-cast aluminum lens holder with aluminum reflector, a heat and impact resistant flat glass lens and a porcelain mogul base screw shell socket.  Socket holder shall be adjustable.  The optical assembly shall contain an activated charcoal filter.  Reflector shall be designed to produce an ANSI, IES M-C-III light distribution.  Ballast shall be of the regulator type suitable for use at 120V.  Fixture shall be lamped with one 250 watt high pressure sodium lamp.  Mounting arm shall be 4 ft long, 2 in. pipe size suitable for mounting on a wood pole.  Pole shall be pressure treated wood with no more than 3 in. deflection from top to bottom.  Bottom of pole shall extend at least 5 ft. into the ground and shall be encased in 2 ft. dia. (min.) concrete.  Mount fixture at 30 ft. above grade.

	I.	Poles:  Shall be as follows:
		1.	Wind Load:  Pole, light and support combination shall be capable of withstanding at least 90 mph continuous wind load.
		2.	Hardware:  Pole shall include all brackets, nuts, bolts and other hardware necessary for a complete installation.
		3.	Mounting Arms:  Shall be as specified with fixture and shall be compatible with pole and fixture supplied.
		4.	Concrete Bases:  Metal poles shall be mounted on concrete bases as shown on the drawings.
		5.	Mounting Bolts:  Shall be sized as recommended by the pole manufacturer and shall be galvanized steel with corrosion-resistant nuts and washers.
		6.	Wood Poles:  Shall be pressure treated according to Section 06312 - Preservative Treated Poles and Posts.  Poles shall be set in concrete as shown on the drawings.

PART 3:  EXECUTION

3.1	INSTALLATION

	A.	General:  Install lighting fixtures and accessories as indicated, complying with the manufacturer's written instructions, applicable requirements of codes and standards, and according to recognized industry practices.

	B.	Alignment:  Where lighting fixtures are shown on the drawings to be in line in any direction, locate them so that they will be aligned with building features and with each other.

	C.	Poles:  Mount poles plumb and level.  Mounting bolt pattern shall be as recommended by manufacturer.  Locate mounting arms in directions shown on drawings.

	D.	Lamping:  Install specified lamps in lighting fixtures.

3.2	CLEANING

	A.	Requirements:  When dust, dirt, grime or adhesives (other than name or data labels) exists on lamps, lenses, reflectors or exposed parts, remove with soft cloth and mild suds and rinse clean.

PART 4:  MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT
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WHEN A "LUMP SUM" CONTRACT IS USED, DELETE THE TITLE PART 4:  MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT, AND BOTH ARTICLES FROM THIS SECTION.  MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT WILL BE ADDRESSED IN PART 4 OF SECTION 01010 - SUMMARY OF WORK.
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4.1	METHOD OF MEASUREMENT

	A.	Units:  The work described in this section will not be measured for payment.

4.2	BASIS OF PAYMENT

	A.	Payment:  No direct payment for the work described under this section will be made.  Consideration for this item shall be included in the bid price for other items of the Contract.

END OF SECTION

EXTERIOR LUMINAIRES
Project Name (ftr B)	[12/01]
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