(c) Where permission is granted, type AC cable (hospital grade) may be
used to fish down to outlets in existing walls as long as lengths do
not exceed 3 m (10 ft.). Locate a junction box directly above ceiling
for the conduit drop to the new outlet. This, however, is not permitted
for emergency circuits.
(d) Surface metal raceways shall not be installed on the floor. Service
to equipment in open areas shall be served from under the slab or
through Tele/power poles wired from the ceiling.
1.15.13 CONTINUITY OF SERVICE
(a) Services passing through areas of remodeling shall be maintained
throughout construction period.
(b) Circuits that are modified as part of the remodeling project, which
serve areas adjacent to the construction area, shall be re-circuited as
part of this project.
1.15.14 COMPATIBILITY
(a) Equipment installed shall be compatible to existing components and
systems to which they interface.
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GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
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