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SECTION - 15860

VENTILATION AND EXHAUST SYSTEM

PART 1 – GENERAL

0.01 DESCRIPTION

A. The Work shall consist of furnishing and installation of ventilation and

exhaust system as shown on the drawings and specified in this section.

0.02 REFERENCES

A. AFBMA - The Anti-Friction Bearing Manufacturers Association

AFMBA 9 - Load Ratings and Fatigue Life for Ball Bearings.

AFMBA 11 - Load Ratings and Fatigue Life for Roller Bearings.

B. AMCA - Air Movement and Control Association, Inc.

AMCA 210 - Laboratory Methods of Testing Fans for Rating.

AMCA 300 - Reverberant Room Method for Sound Testing of Fans.

AMCA 301 - Fan Sound Ratings from Laboratory Test Data.

AMCA 500 - Test Methods for Louvers, Dampers and Shutters.

C. ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials

ASTM A 36 - Specifications for Structural Steel.

ASTM C 150- Specifications for Portland Cement.

D. IEEE - Institute of Electrical and Electronic Engineers

IEEE 122 - Poly-phase Induction Motors and Generators.

E. NEMA - National Electrical Manufacturers Association

MG 1 - Motors and Generators.

F. NFPA - National Fire Protection Association

NFPA 90A - Installation of Air Conditioning and Ventilating Systems.

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0.03 SUBMITTALS

A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer's technical data for air distribution

equipment, including capacity ratings, fan performance curves with operating
point clearly indicated, gages and finishes of materials, dimensions, weights,
furnished accessories, and installation and instructions.

B. Shop Drawings: Submit manufacturer's assembly type shop drawings

indicating dimensions, required clearances, installation details and field
connection details.

C. Wiring Diagrams: Submit the manufacturer's electrical requirements for

power supply wiring to the units.

D. Operation and Maintenance Data: Submit maintenance and lubrication

instructions, motor and drive replacement instructions, and spare parts list for
each unit.

E. Spare Parts List: Submit the manufacturer's spare parts list for ventilation
equipment for a period of 2 years for the Engineer's review and approval.

0.04 TRANSPORTATION, HANDLING AND STORAGE

A. Deliver materials to the site in manufacturer's original factory wrappings and

containers, clearly labeled for identification of manufacturer, brand name and
contents. Store materials off ground in original undamaged packages and
containers, inside well-ventilated area protected from weather, moisture,
soiling, extreme temperatures, and humidity. Follow manufacturer's
recommendations regarding the transportation, handling and storage of
materials.

0.05 WARRANTY

A. Submit a written guarantee signed by manufacturer and the installer agreeing

to replace partitions which fail in material or workmanship within a period of 2
years from the date of substantial handing over.

0.06 QUALITY ASSURANCE

A. Motors and electrical accessories shall comply with the applicable NEMA
Standards.

B. Electrical components and installation shall comply with NFPA 70 - National

Electrical Code.

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1. PART 2 - PRODUCTS

1.01 GENERAL

A. The design, manufacture and installation of the ventilating fans shall meet
the requirements of AMCA 300 and ASHRAE 51/210 and shall be listed and
labelled by UL. Fans shall be licensed to bear AMCA Seal for sound and air
performance. Fans shall be provided with speed controller (where required)
to perform the duty as mentioned on schedules. The fans shall be selected
such that the sound levels within the area will not exceed the specified levels.
Each fan shall be equipped with disconnect switch, backdraft damper (except
for kitchen exhaust fans) and bird screen. Fans shall be of sizes, types and
capacities as shown on the drawings.

B. Roof-Mounted Up-Blast Exhaust Fans (Kitchen Exhaust Fan):

1. Spun aluminum exhaust fans shall be centrifugal direct/belt driven type.

The fan wheel shall be centrifugal backward inclined, constructed of
aluminum and shall include a wheel cone carefully matched to the inlet
cone for precise running tolerances. Wheels shall be statically and
dynamically balanced. The fan housing shall be constructed of heavy
gauge aluminum with a rigid internal support structure. A leakproof fan
housing shall be constructed with a one piece windband with an integral
rolled bead for added strength and shall be joined to the curbcap with a
continuously welded seam.

2. Motors shall be heavy duty ball bearing type, carefully matched to the fan
load, and furnished at the specified voltage, phase and enclosure. Drive
frame assembly shall be constructed of heavy gauge steel. Motors and
drives shall be mounted on vibration isolators, out of the airstream. Fresh
air for motor cooling shall be drawn into the motor compartment through
a tube free of discharge contaminants. Motors and drives shall be readily
accessible for maintenance.

3. Precision ground and polished fan shafts shall be mounted in

permanently sealed, lubricated pillow block ball bearings. Bearings shall
be selected for a minimum (L10) life in excess of 100,000 hours at
maximum cataloged operating speed. Drives shall be sized for a
minimum of 150% of driven horsepower. Pulleys shall be of the cast type,
keyed and securely attached to the wheel and motor shafts.

4. Motor pulleys shall be adjustable for final system balancing. A disconnect

switch shall be factory installed and wired from the fan motor to a junction
box installed within the motor compartment. A conduit chase shall be
provided through the base to the motor compartment for ease of
electrical wiring.

5. All fans shall bear the AMCA Certified Ratings Seal for sound and air
performance. Each fan shall bear a permanently affixed manufacturer’s
engraved metal nameplate containing the model number and individual
serial number for future identification. Rating, type and size of exhaust

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fans shall be as indicated on Drawings. Exhaust fans shall be Model

CUBE, CUBE-HP, or CUBE-XP as manufactured by GREENHECK or
approved equal.

C. Roof Supply Fans (Filtered):

1. Roof-mounted, filtered makeup air units shall have belt driven double
width/double inlet, forward curved centrifugal blower type supply fans.
Motors shall be permanently lubricated, heavy duty, ball bearing type,
carefully matched to the fan load and furnished at the specified
voltage, phase and enclosure. The fan shaft shall be ground and
polished steel mounted in heavy duty, sealed ball bearings. Bearings
shall be selected for a minimum (L50) life in excess of 200,000 hours
at maximum cataloged operating speeds. Pulleys shall be of the fully
machined cast iron type, keyed and securely attached to the wheel
and motor shafts. Motor sheaves shall be adjustable for final system
balancing. Drives shall be sized for a minimum of 150% of driven
horsepower. The entire fan and motor assembly shall be mounted on
a formed, reinforced support structure with vibration isolators to
prevent noise transmission.
Fan wheels shall be of the forward curved type, constructed of
heavy gauge steel and statically and dynamically balanced to
ensure smooth, vibration free operation. Hood construction shall
be of heavy gauge extruded aluminum louvers with mitered and
welded corners. Hood shall include an insulated aluminum cover
hinged for access. Filters shall be permanent washable one inch
aluminum. Fans shall be as manufactured by GREENHECK
(Model RSFP) or as approved equal; type, size and capacities as
shown on drawings.

D In-Line Cabinet Fans (BSQ - Duct mounted belt driven type):

a.) Duct mounted supply, exhaust or return fans shall be of the

centrifugal belt driven in-line type. The fan housing shall be of the
square design constructed of heavy galvanized steel and shall
include square duct mounting collars. Fan construction shall
include two removable access panels located perpendicular to the
motor mounting panel. The access panels must of sufficient size to
permit easy access to all interior components. The fan wheel shall
be centrifugal backward inclined, constructed of aluminum and
shall include a wheel cone carefully matched to the inlet cone for
precise running tolerances. Wheels shall be statically and
dynamically balanced. Motors shall be heavy duty ball bearing type,
carefully matched to the fan load and furnished at the specified
voltage, phase and enclosure. Motors and drives shall be mounted
out of the air stream. Motors shall be readily accessible for
maintenance.

b.) Precision ground and polished fan shafts shall be mounted in

permanently sealed, lubricated pillow block ball bearings. Bearings

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shall be selected for a minimum (L50) life in excess of 200,000

hours at maximum cataloged operating speed. Drives shall be
sized for a minimum of 150% of driven horsepower. Pulleys shall
be of the fully machined cast iron type, keyed and securely
attached to the wheel and motor shafts.

c.) Motor pulleys shall be adjustable for final system balancing. A

NEMA 1 disconnect switch shall be provided as standard, except
with explosion resistant motors, where disconnects are optional.
Factory wiring shall be provided from motor to the handy box. All
fans shall bear the AMCA Certified Ratings Seal for both sound and
air performance. Each fan shall bear a permanently affixed
manufacturer's nameplate containing the model number and
individual serial number for future identification. Fans shall be as
manufactured by GREENHECK (Model BSQ) or approved equal,
type, size and capacity as shown on the drawings.

E. In-Line Cabinet Fans (SQ - Duct mounted direct driven type):

a.) Duct mounted supply, exhaust or return fans shall be of the

centrifugal direct driven in-line type. The fan housing shall be of
the square design constructed of heavy galvanized steel and shall
include square duct mounting collars. Fan construction shall
include two removable access panels located perpendicular to the
motor mounting panel. The access panels must of sufficient size
to permit easy access to all interior components. The fan wheel
shall be centrifugal backward inclined, constructed of aluminum
and shall include a wheel cone carefully matched to the inlet cone
for precise running tolerances. Wheels shall be statically and
dynamically balanced. Motors shall be permanently lubricated and
carefully matched to the fan loads. Direct drive motors shall be
mounted in the air stream. Motors shall be readily accessible for
maintenance.

b.) A NEMA 1 disconnect switch shall be provided as standard,

except with explosion resistant motors, where disconnects are
optional. Factory wiring shall be provided from motor to the handy
box. All fans shall bear the AMCA Certified Ratings Seal for both
sound and air performance. Each fan shall bear a permanently
affixed manufacturer's nameplate containing the model number
and individual serial number for future identification. Fans shall be
as manufactured by GREENHECK (Model SQ) or approved
equal, type, size and capacity as shown on the drawings.

F. In-Line Cabinet Fans (BCF - Duct mounted type):

a.) Duct mounted supply, exhaust or return fans shall be of the

centrifugal, belt driven in-line type. The fan housing shall be of
the rectangular design constructed of heavy gauge galvanized
steel and shall include rectangular duct mounting collars. A
hinged or removable panel shall be provided in the fan cabinet of

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sufficient size to permit access for service to all of the fan's

internal components without dismantling the cabinet. The fan
wheel shall be of the galvanized steel, forward curved,
centrifugal type. Wheels shall be dynamically and statically
balanced.

b.) Motors shall be of the heavy duty type with permanently sealed
ball bearings. The wheel shaft shall be ground and polished steel
mounted in permanently sealed pillow block bearings. Drives
shall be sized for a minimum of 150% of driven horsepower.
Pulleys shall be of the machined cast iron type, keyed and
securely attached to the wheel and motor shafts. The motor
pulleys shall be adjustable for final system balancing. All fans
shall bear the AMCA Certified Ratings Seal for air performance.
Fans shall be as manufactured by GREENHECK (Model BCF)
or approved equal; type, size and capacity as shown on the
drawings.

G. Tubular Centrifugal Fans:

a.) Supply, exhaust, or return air fans shall be of the tubular centrifugal
type with backward incline or airfoil wheels. The housing shall be
constructed of continuously welded gauge steel to assure air
leakage. The housing and bearing support shall be constructed of
structural steel members to prevent vibration and rigidly support the
shaft and bearings. The wheel shall be of the non-overloading
backward incline or airfoil centrifugal type. Wheels shall be statically
and dynamically balanced. The wheel cone and fan inlet cone shall
be carefully matched and shall have precise running tolerances for
maximum performance and operating efficiency. Welded steel
vanes shall straighten the flow of air from the fan discharge and
support bearings and drives. Turned, precision ground and polished
steel shafts shall be sized so the first critical speed is at least 25%
over the maximum operating speed for each pressure class.

b.) Close tolerances shall be maintained where the shaft makes contact
with the bearing. Bearings shall be heavy duty, grease lubricated,
self aligning ball bearing or roller pillow block type. Extended
lubrication lines shall be provided with external grease fittings.
Bearings shall be selected for a minimum average of 200,000 hours
life at maximum operating speed for each pressure class. Fan
performance shall be based on tests conducted in accordance with
AMCA Standard 210 test code for air moving devices, and fans shall
be licensed to bear the AMCA Certified Ratings Seal. After assembly
each fan shall be given a final balance test at specified operating
RPM to insure smooth vibration free operation. Accessories shall
include inlet vanes, safety screen for inlet vanes, companion flanges
and vibration isolation. Fans shall be as manufactured by
GREENHECK (Model TCF or TCB) or approved equal, type and
capacity as shown on the drawings.

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A. Utility Centrifugal Fans (Model SWB):

a.) Supply, exhaust and return air fans shall be of the belt driven
utility fan type in AMCA Arrangement 10 with a single width,
single inlet housing in CW or CCW rotation as specified. The
housing shall be constructed of heavy gauge steel with lock
formed seams permitting no air leakage. The housing shall be
field rotatable to any of the eight standard discharge positions.
Housing and bearing supports shall be constructed of welded
steel members to prevent vibration and rigidly support the shaft
and bearings. The fan wheel shall be of the non-overloading
backward inclined, centrifugal fan type and constructed of heavy
gauge steel. Wheels shall be statically and dynamically
balanced. The wheel cone and fan inlet cone shall be carefully
matched for maximum performance and operating efficiency.

b.) Motors shall be permanently lubricated, heavy duty, ball bearing

type carefully matched to the fan load and furnished at the
specified voltage, phase and enclosure. The fan shaft shall be
ground and polished solid steel mounted in heavy duty,
permanently sealed, pillow block ball bearings. Bearings shall be
selected for a minimum L50 life in excess of 200,000 hours at
maximum cataloged operating speed. Drives shall be sized for a
minimum of 150% of driven horsepower. Pulleys shall be of the
fully machined cast iron type, keyed and securely attached to the
wheel and motor shafts. The motor pulley shall be adjustable for
final system balancing. Fan performance shall be based on tests
conducted in accordance with AMCA Standard 210 test code for
air moving devices. Fans shall be licensed to bear the AMCA
Certified Ratings Seal for air performance. Utility fans shall be as
manufactured by GREENHECK (Model SWB) or approved
equal; type and capacity as shown on the drawings.

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PART 3 – EXECUTION

3.1 INSTALLATION

A. General: Install fans where indicated, in accordance with manufacturer's

installation instructions and recognized industry practices, to ensure that fans
comply with the requirements specified and serve the intended purposes.
Follow SMACNA and AMCA recommended procedures for fan installation, belt
guards, duct connection, etc.

B. Provide flexible connections as described in specification to provide sufficient

separation of ductwork from fan assembly to prevent metal-metal contact.

C. Provide a drain at the bottom of the housing for fans discharging upward from
the roof. Pipe drains from housing of interior fans discharging directly up
through the roof indirectly to a floor drain. Pipe drains from housings of kitchen
grease exhaust fans to a grease interceptor.

D. Access: Provide access and service space around and over fans as indicated,
but in no case less than that recommended by manufacturer.

E. Support: Unless otherwise indicated, provide 100 mm high concrete pad under
floor-mounted centrifugal fans.

F. Isolation: Set centrifugal fans on vibration isolators, fasten in accordance with

manufacturer's installation instructions.

G. Electrical Wiring: Install electrical devices furnished by manufacturer but not

specified to be factory-mounted. Verify that electrical wiring installation conform
to the manufacturer's submittal and installation requirements of the applicable
Sections of Division 16. Ensure that rotation is in the direction indicated and
intended for proper performance.

H. Ductwork Connections: Refer to Section 15891 - HVAC DUCTWORK. Provide

flexible connections on inlet and outlet duct connections.

3.1 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

A. Upon completion of installation of fans and after motors has been energized with
normal power source, test the equipment to demonstrate compliance with the
specified requirements.

B. Where possible, field correct malfunctioning equipment, then retest to

demonstrate compliance.

C. Replace equipment which cannot be satisfactorily corrected at no extra cost to

the Owner.

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3.2 ADJUSTING AND CLEANING

A. Start-up, test and adjust fans in the presence of the manufacturer's authorized
representative and the Engineer.

END OF SECTION

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