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CHAPTER ONE
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INTRODUCTION
This chapter provides information of a general nature that is frequently

needed by the electrical design professional. Information that follows in
subsequent chapters is more specific and closely follows the design
process.
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CHECKLISTS
The following checklists should prove useful in the execution of projects.
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FIGURE 1.3 Site design checklist (electrical).

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FIGURE 1.4 Existing condition service & distribution checklist.

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FIGURE 1.4 Existing condition service & distribution checklist. (Continued )

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FIGURE 1.5 Design coordination checklist (electrical).

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FIGURE 1.6 Fire alarm system checklist.

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FIGURE 1.6 Fire alarm system checklist. (Continued )

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ELECTRICAL SYMBOLS AND MOUNTING HEIGHTS
Electrical Symbols
Electrical symbols can vary widely, but the following closely adhere to
industry standards. Industry standard symbols are often modified to
meet client and/or project specific requirements.
FIGURE 1.7 Electrical symbols.

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FIGURE 1.7 Electrical symbols. (Continued )

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Mounting Heights
Mounting heights of electrical devices are influenced by and must be
closely coordinated with the architectural design. However, there are
industry standard practices followed by architects as well as code and
legal requirements, such as Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
guidelines. The following recommended mounting heights for electrical
devices provide a good guideline in the absence of any specific information and are ADA compliant.
TABLE 1.1 Mounting Heights for Electrical Devices

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TABLE 1.1 Mounting Heights for Electrical Devices (Continued )

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TABLE 1.1 Mounting Heights for Electrical Devices (Continued )

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NEMA DEVICE CONFIGURATIONS
Nonlocking
FIGURE 1.8 Configuration chart for general-purpose nonlocking plugs and

receptacles.
(1999, NFPA)

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Locking
FIGURE 1.9 Configuration chart for specific-purpose locking plugs and

receptacles.
(1999, NFPA)

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1.4 IEEE STANDARD ELECTRICAL POWER SYSTEM DEVICE

FUNCTION NUMBERS AND CONTACT DESIGNATIONS
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NEMA STANDARD ENCLOSURES
Indoor Nonhazardous Locations (Table 1.2)

Outdoor Nonhazardous Locations (Table 1.3)
Indoor Hazardous Locations (Table 1.4)
Knockout Dimensions (Table 1.5)

TABLE 1.3 Comparison of Specific Applications of Enclosures for Outdoor Nonhazardous Locations
TABLE 1.2 Comparison of Specific Applications of Enclosures for Indoor Nonhazardous Locations
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TABLE 1.5 Knockout Dimensions
TABLE 1.4 Comparison of Specific Applications for Indoor Hazardous Locations
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FORMULAS AND TERMS
FIGURE 1.11 Formulas and terms.

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TYPICAL EQUIPMENT SIZES AND WEIGHTS
Tables 1.6 to 1.11 provide typical equipment sizes and weights to assist
in the preliminary design and layout of an electrical distribution system.
The reader is cautioned that this data is only representative of industry
manufacturers and should consult specific vendors for detailed information. This information could prove useful in determining initial space
requirements and weight impacts for structural purposes.
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SEISMIC REQUIREMENTS
The design of seismic restraint systems for electrical distribution equipment and raceways is usually done by a structural engineer through performance specifications by the electrical design professional. It is
therefore necessary for the electrical designer to be generally familiar
with the seismic code requirements and the seismic zone that are applicable to a project. Figure 1.12 will serve as an introduction.
TABLE 1.6 Typical Equipment Sizes600-Volt Class

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TABLE 1.7 Transformer Weight (lbs) by KVA
TABLE 1.8 Generator Weight (lbs) by KW
TABLE 1.9 Weight (lbs/lf) of Four-Pole Aluminum and Copper Bus Duct by
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TABLE 1.10 Conduit Weight Comparisons (lbs per 100 ft) Empty
TABLE 1.11 Conduit Weight Comparisons (lbs per 100 ft) with Maximum Cable Fill
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FIGURE 1.12 Seismic requirements. (a) Seismic zone map of the United States. (b) Normalized
response spectra shapes.
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FIGURE 1.11 Seismic requirements. (a) Seismic zone map of the United States. (b) Normalized
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Source: ELECTRICAL ENGINEERS PORTABLE HANDBOOK

This chapter provides information of a general nature that is frequently

The following checklists should prove useful in the execution of projects.

Electrical Engineers Portable Handbook

FIGURE 1.1 Project to do checklist (electrical).

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FIGURE 1.1 Project to do checklist (electrical). (Continued )

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FIGURE 1.1 Project to do checklist (electrical). (Continued )

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FIGURE 1.2 Drawing design checklist (electrical).

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FIGURE 1.2 Drawing design checklist (electrical). (Continued )

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FIGURE 1.3 Site design checklist (electrical).

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FIGURE 1.3 Site design checklist (electrical). (Continued )

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FIGURE 1.4 Existing condition service & distribution checklist.

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FIGURE 1.5 Design coordination checklist (electrical).

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FIGURE 1.6 Fire alarm system checklist.

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FIGURE 1.6 Fire alarm system checklist. (Continued )

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