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available, provide meters for these users. An example of a
user is the irrigation system.
2.
GENERAL:
2.1
In the design of the plumbing systems, follow this criteria,
and the current edition of VA Master Specifications. Also
follow the provisions of the current edition of the National
Standard Plumbing Code as published by the National
Association of Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors, and
the National Fire Codes as published by the National Fire
Protection Association (NFPA), unless VA criteria indicates
otherwise. If state or local codes are more stringent than
above requirements, discuss with VA Contracting Officer.
2.2
Investigate and, if feasible, connect new services to
existing; otherwise, provide new services.
2.3
Place all equipment on housekeeping pads.
2.4
Due to the space requirements of plumbing systems and
ductwork, closely coordinate the layout of these systems.
Where areas of interference are apparent, prepare cross
section of building showing method of installation.
2.5
Piping over electrical rooms containing main distribution
panels or motor control centers shall be avoided. When
piping is necessary in these areas, indicate leakage
protection on drawings or in specifications.
EQUIPMENT SCHEDULES: Schedules, including capacity,
3.
control settings, services and sizes, for all plumbing equipment
and other equipment requiring plumbing services, are required, but
not limited to, the following:
Plumbing Fixtures
Air Compressors
Water Heaters
Pumps
4.
PLUMBING FIXTURES:
4.1
Plumbing fixture numbers, description, fixture units and
minimum branch sizes are indicated in Article, PLUMBING
FIXTURE SCHEDULES.
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