SECTION 14202

ELEVATORS AND LIFTS

 

PART  1	  GENERAL
1.1 		SECTION INCLUDES
A.		Residential elevators.
1.2 			RELATED SECTIONS
A.		Division 16 Sections for electrical service for elevators to and including main fused, lockable disconnect w/ auxiliary contact and fused lighting disconnect at machine room.
B.			Division 16 Section "Voice and Data Communication Cabling" for telephone service to elevators.
1.3 		REFERENCES
A.			American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) A17.1 -  Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators.
1.4 				REQUIREMENTS OF REGULATORY AGENCIES:
A.		Fabrication and installation work in compliance with applicable jurisdictional authorities.
B.		File shop drawings and submissions with local authorities as the information is made available. Company pre-inspection and jurisdictional authority inspections and permits are to be made on timely basis as required.
1.5 		SUBMITTALS
A.		Submit under provisions of Section 01300.
B.		Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1.		Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2.		Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3.		Installation methods.
C.		Shop Drawings: Provide a complete layout of lift equipment detailing dimensions and clearances as required.
D.		Selection Samples:  For each finish product specified requiring selection of color or finish, two complete sets of color charts representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
1.6 		QUALITY ASSURANCE
A.		Manufacturer Qualifications:
B.		Installer Qualifications:
1.		Execute work of this section only by a company that has adequate product liability insurance.
2.		Skilled tradesmen shall be employees of the installing contractor approved by the manufacturer, with demonstrated ability to perform the work on a timely basis.
1.7 		DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.		Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
B.		Store and dispose of solvent-based materials, and materials used with solvent-based materials, in accordance with requirements of local authorities having jurisdiction.
1.8 		PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.		Maintain environmental conditions (temperature, humidity, and ventilation) within limits recommended by manufacturer for optimum results.  Do not install systems under environmental conditions outside manufacturer's absolute limits.
1.9 		WARRANTY
A.		Coverage -  This warranty applies to the repair or replacement, at Manufacturer's option, of parts that fail due to defective material or workmanship. Manufacturer may, at its option, provide factory reconditioned parts. This warranty is provided to the Authorized Dealer on behalf of the final purchaser of the product and is not transferable. The Manufacturer's warranty does not cover labor charges for the removal, repair or replacement of warranty parts but such costs may be covered for a period of time by Authorized Dealer's warranty, which is provided to purchaser separately.
1.		The manufacturer shall offer a 24-month warranty on parts from date of substantial completion.
2.	     The installer shall offer a 12-month warranty on labor from date of substantial completion.

PART  2	  PRODUCTS
2.1 		MANUFACTURERS
A.		Acceptable Manufacturer: Savaria Elevators and Lifts, Brampton, ON, Canada as supplied and installed by Accessibility Systems, Inc., (800) 759-3237 Web: www.accessibilitysystems.com 
B.		Substitutions shall not be permitted.
2.2 		RESIDENTIAL ELEVATOR
A.		Residential Elevator:  Savaria Infinity.
B.		Equipment:  Provide equipment, incidental material and labor required for complete, operable hydraulic elevator installation. The elevators shall be erected, installed, adjusted, tested and placed in operation by the elevator system manufacturer or manufacturer's authorized installer.
C.		Performance:  The elevator shall be designed and tested in accordance with ASME A17.1 part 5.3. The testing shall consist of loading the platform to rated capacity for several cycles to insure proper operation. Mechanical failures and defects shall be corrected.
D.		The following preparatory work to receive the elevator specified shall be the work provided by others:
1.		Permanent 220 VAC, 30 amp single phase power to operate lift to be provided from a lockable fused/cartridge type disconnect switch with auxiliary contacts for battery operation. 110 VAC, 15 amp single phase power to operate the lighting circuit. Refer to Drawings for permanent power specifications and location of disconnects. Temporary power may be provided to expedite installation of lift.
2.		Provide a plumb and square hoistway with smooth interior surfaces, including fascias or furring of the hoistway interior.
3.		Provide rough openings per lift subcontractor's shop drawings.
4.		Provide substantial, level pit floor slab as indicated on the lift contractor's shop drawings
E.		Characteristics:
1.		Rated Load: 1000 lbs. (454 kg.).
2.		Rated Speed: 36 fpm (0.18 m/s).
3.		Car Dimensions: (SELECT ONE) 36” W by 48” D, 36” x 54”, or 36” x 60” 
4.		Operation: Automatic.
5.		Gate Type: Horizontally collapsible, accordion style with 3 vision panels.
6.		Power Supply: 220 Volt, Single Phase, 30 Amps.
7.		Travel Distance: 50 feet (15.2 m) maximum. Refer to drawings.
8.		Levels Served: Maximum 5. Refer to drawings.
9.		Number of Openings: 2 Maximum. Refer to drawings.
10.		Lighting Supply: 110 Volt, 1 Phase, 60 Cycle, 15 Amps.
11.		Jack Type: 1:2 Cable Hydraulic.
12.		Pump Type: Submersible with Variable Speed Valve Leveling.
13.		Device Type: Magnetic.
14.		Car Operating Panel: Automatic push buttons, digital floor position indicator, emergency stop/alarm button, on/off key switch and emergency light, and an alarm button mounted on a removable steel panel.
15.		Hall Call Stations: Provide a keyless hall call station with an illuminated call button and stainless steel cover plate for each landing.
16.		Emergency Operation: The car shall be equipped with a battery-operated light fixture, emergency battery lowering device and alarm in case of normal building supply failure. The battery shall be the rechargeable type with an automatic recharging system. A manual lowering device shall be located in the machine room.
17.		Manual lowering: Outside the hoistway at machine room.
F.		Car Enclosure:
1.		Walls: Durable Melamine wall panels.
2.		Ceilings: Durable Melamine (Standard) With Four (4) Recessed Down Lights.
3.		Overhead lights in the car compartment shall turn ON automatically when the elevator door is opened and to stay on while the elevator is in use. The elevator lights will shut off by a timer when the elevator is not in use.
4.		Floor: Unfinished 3/4 inch (19 mm) plywood sub-flooring.
5.		Handrail: Handrail located on control panel side.
G.		Systems and Components:
1.		The pumping unit and control shall be in a separate machine room. The controller and pump unit shall be pre-wired and tested prior to shipment. Pump unit shall incorporate the following features.
a.		Smooth stops at each landing.
b.		Submersible pump and motor.
c.		Adjustable pressure relief valve.
d.		Manually operable down valve to lower lift in the event of an emergency.
e.		Pressure gauge isolating valve, manually operable.
f.		Gate valve to isolate cylinder from pump unit.
g.		Electro Proportional valve for accurate and smooth starts and stops in both directions.
h.		Emergency lowering by battery power, from the car control.
2.		The cylinder shall be constructed of steel pipe of sufficient thickness and suitable safety margin. The top of the cylinder shall be equipped with a cylinder head with an internal guide ring and self-adjusting packing.
3.		The plunger shall be constructed of a steel shaft of proper diameter machined true and smooth. The plunger shall be provided with a stop electrically welded to the bottom to prevent the plunger from leaving the cylinder.
4.		Cable: Two 3/8 inch (10 mm) IWRC Galvanized Aircraft Cables. Minimum breaking strength of 14,400 lb (6537 kg) each.
5.		Leveling Device: The lift shall be provided with an anti-creep device which will maintain the carriage level within 1/2 inch (13 mm) of the top landing.
a.		All limit switches and leveling device switches shall be located in a position to be inaccessible to unauthorized persons. The switches shall be located behind the mast wall and be accessible through removable panels. Micro-switches shall not be used.
6.		Guide Yoke: The 1:2 guide yoke/sheave arrangement shall be supplied with a sheave, guide shoes and cable guards. The sheave shall be finished with rounded grooves to fit the cables.
7.		Guide Rail and Brackets: Steel 8 lb/ft (11.9 kg/m) "T" guide rails and brackets shall be securely fastened to the building structure. Car sling shall be fabricated from steel members with adequate bracing to support the platform and cab.
8.		Wiring and electrical connections shall comply with applicable codes. Insulated wiring shall have flame-retardant and moisture-proof outer covering.
9.		The door locks shall be surface-mount Kwiklock elevator interlocks by Savaria.
10.		Car Gate: Horizontally collapsible accordion style car gate with rattan panels and three clear acrylic vision panels. Car gate shall enclose each car entrance.
H.		Emergency Devices:
1.		Terminal limits. Stops the elevator if it overruns the normal limits at the top or bottom landing.
2.		Final limits. A redundant safety feature if the elevator overruns the terminal limits at the top or bottom, the final limit stops the elevator and renders all automatic controls inoperable. If this happens, the elevator must be serviced to determine and correct the fault.
3.		Pit switch. Disables elevator for servicing purposes.
4.		Interlocks. Hoistway doors remain locked when the car is not at that floor and prevent the elevator from running until all doors are closed and locked.
5.		Slack/broken cable safety device. In the unlikely event that drive cable would slacken or break, the device locks the car onto the T-rails, preventing the car from falling.
PART  3	  EXECUTION
3.1 		EXAMINATION
A.		Do not begin installation until hoistway and machine room has been properly prepared.
B.		Site dimensions shall be taken to verify that tolerances and clearances have been maintained and meet local regulations.
C.		If substrate preparation is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
3.2 		PREPARATION
A.		Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
B.		Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
3.3 		ELEVATOR INSTALLATION
A.		Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
B.		Install the components of the elevator system that are required and that are required by jurisdictional authorities to license the elevator.
C.		Trained employees of the elevator contractor shall perform installation work.
D.		Adjust elevator for proper operation and clean unit thoroughly.
E.		Instruct users in operating procedures and owner's maintenance person in trouble-shooting and maintenance procedures.
3.4 		LIFT INSTALLATION
A.		Install all the components of the lift system that are specified in this section to be provided, and that are required by jurisdictional authorities to license the lift.
B.		Trained employees of the lift contractor shall perform all installation work of this section.
C.		Adjust lift for proper operation and clean unit thoroughly.
D.		Instruct users in operation procedures and Owner's maintenance person in trouble-shooting and maintenance procedures.
3.5 		PROTECTION
A.		Protect installed products until completion of project.
B.		Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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