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B.
Remove conductors that are not deemed reusable
back to the nearest junction box. Where the entire
circuit is to removed, remove the conductors back to
the panelboard from which they emanate.
C. Disconnection and removal of telephone cabling may
not be the responsibility of the contractor. Verify with
the Project Manager.
D. Disconnection and removal of communication, fire
alarm wiring, etc., shall be the responsibility of the
contractor.
E.
Contractor shall not attempt to fish new conductors
through an existing conduit with existing conductors.
Replace all conductors.
13.9
Wiring Devices:
A.
Remove devices that are not reusable. Boxes shall be
blanked.
B.
Reuse existing receptacles and switches which are
located in walls to remain and are effective in the
desired layout if determined to be physically
acceptable.
13.10
Lighting Fixtures:
A.
Remove lighting fixtures that cannot be reused,
including associated wiring to ceiling mounted junction
boxes.
B.
Where fixtures are determined to be reusable in new
or existing ceilings, they shall be taken down, cleaned
and relamped prior to reinstallation. An economic
analysis of labor costs shall be reviewed in
determining if the fixture should be reused or replaced.
C. Inform contractor of his responsibility in the storage
and reassembly of reused fixtures as far as damage.
13.11
Panelboards:
A.
Consider panelboards for reuse if physical condition,
ratings and circuit capacity requirements are met.
B.
Install panelboards in new or existing electrical closets.
Corridor mounted panelboards shall not be employed
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