1.
Symbols for this equipment are prefixed by the letter "K"
except for Canteen Service Furnished Food Service
Equipment.
2.
Where choice of fuels is indicated in the Equipment Guide
List, make determination as to which is the most
economical. An exception is mobile caster mounted
equipment shall be electrically operated.
3.
Show details of all custom fabricated, and elevations and
schematics of all other equipment such as cookers, ranges,
kettles, ventilators, utility systems, refrigerators,
warewashing equipment, waste machines, etc. Details,
elevations and schematics shall be coordinated with the
project being designed.
4.
All equipment must comply with the requirements stated in
the applicable section of the specifications.
5.
Provide mineral-free water to steam generators producing
clean steam used for cooking food. Existing water
conditions at the VA medical center should be analyzed to
determine the type of mineral-free water system to be
provided.
B.
Chapter 2.
Hospital Casework and Accessories
Section
11475 ..... Photography Processing Equipment
Section
12303 ..... Countertops and Accessories
Section
11604 ..... Biohazard Safety Cabinets
Section
11610 ..... Laboratory Fume Hoods
Section
12301 ..... Metal Casework
Section
12347 Molded Plastic Casework
1.
Metal Casework, Casework, and Accessories
a.
Symbols for this equipment are prefixed by "VL", "PH",
or "TYPES".
b.
Identify each piece of equipment separately. Typical
lay-outs and identification are not recommended.
c.
Each type of cabinets and other accessories, such as
pegboards, counter tops, sinks, service fixtures,
refrigerators, etc. shall be shown with separate
details as identified in PG-18-6. Typical room or
assembly elevations are not recommended.
d.
All gas, air, and vacuum service fixtures shall be
shown on the laboratory furniture plans spaced a
minimum of 300 mm (12-inch) on center and identified
in sequence left to right (G-A-V).
e.
Locations of reagent grade water outlets must be
identified on the plans.
f.
Electrical outlets for island and peninsulas shall be
double face duplex receptacles.
g.
Clearly identify where countertops are to extend and
where filler panels and finished backing panels are to
be used.
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