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UNIFIED FACILITIES GUIDE SPECIFICATIONS
References are in agreement with UMRL dated January 2009
SECTION 14 21 00.00 20
ELECTRIC TRACTION ELEVATORS
04/06
NOTE: This guide specification covers the requirements for requirements for
electric passenger and freight elevators.
This section will be deleted from the UFGS database in October 2007. Unless
otherwise instructed, use Section UFGS 14 21 23 ELECTRIC TRACTION PASSENGER
ELEVATORS or Section 41 21 13 ELECTRIC TRACTION FREIGHT ELEVATORS.
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(CCR).
NOTE: All Navy facility designs which include elevators shall comply with the
"NAVFAC Elevator Design Guide". This guide is available from the NAVFACfacilitator
(www.navfacilitator.navfac.navy.mil) under Interim Technical Guidance.
NOTE: Any editing of non-bracketed requirements in this specification shall
be approved through the NAVFAC Elevator Program.
PART 1 GENERAL
1.1 REFERENCES
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[AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY (AWS)AWS D1.1/D1.1M(2008) Structural Welding Code - Steel][ASME INTERNATIONAL (ASME)ASME A17.1(2007) Safety Code for Elevators and EscalatorsASME A17.2.1(1996; Addenda A 1997; Addenda B 1998) Checklist for Inspection and Test of Electric Elevators][ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)ASTM E 152(1981ae1) Fire Tests of Door Assemblies][INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE OF BUILDING OFFICIALS (ICBO)ICBO UBC(2000) Uniform Building Code (3 Vol.)][NATIONAL ELECTRICAL MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION (NEMA)NEMA MG 1(2007; Errata 2008) Standard for Motors and Generators][NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION (NFPA)NFPA 70(2007; AMD 1 2008) National Electrical Code - 2008 Edition][U.S. NATIONAL ARCHIVES AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATION (NARA)29 CFR 1910.27Fixed Ladders36 CFR 1191Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities]1.2 SUBMITTALS
NOTE: Review submittal description (SD) definitions in Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL
PROCEDURES and edit the following list to reflect only the submittals required
for the project. Submittals should be kept to the minimum required for adequate
quality control.
A “G” following a submittal item indicates that the submittal requires Government
approval. Some submittals are already marked with a “G”. Only delete an existing
“G” if the submittal item is not complex and can be reviewed through the Contractor’s
Quality Control system. Only add a “G” if the submittal is sufficiently important
or complex in context of the project.
For submittals requiring Government approval on Army projects, a code of up
to three characters within the submittal tags may be used following the "G"
designation to indicate the approving authority. Codes for Army projects using
the Resident Management System (RMS) are: "AE" for Architect-Engineer; "DO"
for District Office (Engineering Division or other organization in the District
Office); "AO" for Area Office; "RO" for Resident Office; and "PO" for Project
Office. Codes following the "G" typically are not used for Navy, Air Force,
and NASA projects.
Choose the first bracketed item for Navy, Air Force and NASA projects, or choose
the second bracketed item for Army projects.
Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" designation; submittals not having a "G" designation
are [for Contractor Quality Control approval.][for information only. When used, a designation following the
"G" designation identifies the office that will review the submittal for the Government.] The following shall
be submitted in accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:
SD-02 Shop Drawings
Elevator and accessories[; G][; G, [_____]]
Supporting systems[; G][; G, [_____]]
Machinery and controls[; G][; G, [_____]]
Wiring diagrams[; G][; G, [_____]]
Sequence of operations[; G][; G, [_____]]
SD-03 Product Data
Elevator and accessories[; G][; G, [_____]]
Elevator supporting systems[; G][; G, [_____]]
Data sheets[; G][; G, [_____]]
Maintenance and diagnostic tools[; G][; G, [_____]]
Logic control[; G][; G, [_____]]
SD-05 Design Data
NOTE: Use ASME A17.1, Appendix F, for locations in seismic risk zone 3 or greater.
Reaction loads[; G][; G, [_____]]
SD-07 Certificates
Welders' qualifications[; G][; G, [_____]]
SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data
Elevator, Data Package 4[; G][; G, [_____]]
Submit in accordance with Section 01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA.
Maintenance and Repair Action Plan[; G][; G, [_____]]
1.3 QUALITY ASSURANCE
1.3.1 Qualification
Provide pre-engineered elevator system by a manufacturer regularly engaged in the manufacture of elevator systems.
The manufacturer shall either install elevator system or shall provide letter of endorsement certifying that
the elevator-system installer is acceptable to the manufacturer. An installer is required to be regularly engaged
in the installation and maintenance of elevator system.
NOTE: Only in the State of Hawaii, use the following paragraph.
[Perform work involving the installation or repair of elevator equipment under the supervision of a person who
is licensed in elevator repair in the State of Hawaii or who possesses the equivalent experience. Furnish data
to the Contracting Officer for verification that such experience is possessed by the person exercising direct
supervision of the work.]
1.3.2 Shop Drawing Requirements
Provide assembly and arrangement of elevators, accessories, and supporting systems. Show location of machinery
and controls in machine room. Provide details for materials and equipment, including but not limited to operating
and signal fixtures, doors, door and car frames, car enclosure, controllers, motors, guide rails and brackets,
layout of hoistway in plan and elevation, and other layout information and clearance dimensions. Submit complete
wiring diagrams and sequence of operations, which show electrical connections and functions of elevator systems,
for the machine room, hall and in the hoistway. Provide one set of wiring diagrams in plastic or glass cover,
framed and mounted in the elevator machine room. Deliver other sets to the Contracting Officer. Coded diagrams
are not acceptable unless adequately identified.
1.3.3 Product Data Requirements
Include information on motor, hall station, and buffer on elevators and accessories. For elevator supporting
systems, include information on car control[ and emergency power] systems, and for data sheets, provide document
identification number or bulletin number, published or copyrighted prior to the date of contract bid opening.
1.3.4 Design Data: Reaction Load Data Requirements
Provide calculations to the Contracting Officer for reaction loads imposed on building by elevator system.[
Demonstrate calculations complying with ASME A17.1, Appendix F.] Provide calculations certified by a licensed
structural engineer registered in any state. Do not fabricate materials nor perform construction until approved
by the Contracting Officer.
1.3.5 Certificates: Welders' Requirements
Comply with AWS D1.1/D1.1M, Section 5. Include certified copies of welders' qualifications. List welders' names
with corresponding code marks to identify each welder's welding work.
1.4 NEW INSTALLATION SERVICE
NOTE: If elevator is located in remote location, confirm the necessity for
the 1 hour response time required below with activity.
Provide routine warranty service in accord with the manufacturer's warranty requirements, for a period of [12][_____]
months after the date of acceptance by Contracting Officer. [Perform this work during regular working hours].
Include 24-hour emergency service, with 1 hour response time, during this period without additional cost to the
Government. Include adjustments, greasing, oiling, and cleaning. Provide routine inspection and tests of elevators
in accordance with ASME A17.1 (Sections 1001 and 1002) and ASME A17.2.1. Provide supplies and parts to keep
elevator system in operation. Perform service only by factory trained personnel.
1.4.1 Special Operations
Every six months, test systems for[ Emergency Power Operation,][ Earthquake Emergency Operation,][ Hospital Emergency
Commandeering Service Operation][ and] Firefighters' Service. Schedule to not interfere with building operations.
For Frefighter's Service, test monthly in accordance with ASME A17.1, Rule 1206.7. Deliver written results of
each test operation to the Contracting Officer.
1.4.2 Maintenance and Diagnostic Tools
Provide all special tools and software necessary to service and maintain each elevator; deliver at time of final
acceptance. Provide one of each tool per group of elevators. Provide solid state or microprocessor diagnostic
tools unavailable on the open market. Include necessary diagnostic software in cases where the solid state or
microprocessor diagnostic tools are available on the open market.
1.4.3 Keys for Elevator Key Switches
Provide a minimum of twelve keys per unique cylinder used on all key switches for a single elevator. If there
is more than one elevator, additional keys will not be required unless there are additional unique lock cylinders.
Provide keys with brass or fiberglass tags marked "PROPERTY OF THE U.S. GOVERNMENT" on one side with function
of key or approved code number on the other side.
1.5 FIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM
Additional fire protection requirements are located in; Division 13, [Section 28 31 74.00 20 INTERIOR FIRE ALARM
SYSTEM;][Section 28 31 02.00 20 ADDRESSABLE INTERIOR FIRE ALARM SYSTEM;] Section 21 13 13.00 20 WET PIPE SPRINKLER
SYSTEM, FIRE PROTECTION; and Division 16, Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM.
1.6 MAINTENANCE
1.6.1 Maintenance and Repair Action Plan
Provide plan of action by the Elevator Installation Contractor to provide emergency and routine maintenance in
accordance with paragraph entitled "New Installation Services". In addition to Data Package SD-19 "Operation
and Maintenance Manuals", provide a list of phone numbers, personnel contacts, and all tools to be provided to
the Contracting Officer.
Submit elevator manuals in accordance with Section 01 78 23 OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE DATA.
PART 2 PRODUCTS
2.1 ELEVATOR DESCRIPTION
Provide elevator system that complies with ASME A17.1 in its entirety, ASME A17.2.1 in its entirety, and additional
requirements specified herein.
[2.1.1 Passenger Elevators
NOTE: Only specify gearless traction elevators for buildings more than 10 stories
tall and speeds of 500 fpm or more.
a. Type: [Geared] [Gearless]
b. Rated load: [_____] kg [_____] lb.
c. Rated Speed: [_____] m/s [_____] fpm
d. Travel Length: [_____] m [_____] ft.
e. Number of Stops: [_____]
f. Number of Hoistway Openings: [_____] Front; [_____] Rear
NOTE: Provide all elevators of size to accommodate handicapped access as a
minimum. For all buildings of four stories or more in height, provide at least
one elevator of size to accommodate emergency medical services.
g. Car Inside Dimensions: [_____] mm wide, [_____] mm deep and [_____] mm high [_____] ft.
[_____] in. wide, [_____] ft. [_____] in. deep and [_____] ft. [_____] in. high
NOTE: For car door opening of passenger and service elevators, 1065 mm 3 ft.
6 in. is standard, except with 1800 kg 4000 lb. passenger cars, use 1200 mm
4 ft. 0 in.. For special purposes, 1525 mm 5 ft. 0 in. opening may be used.
h. Car Door Opening: [_____] mm wide and [_____] mm high [_____] ft. [_____] in. wide and
[_____] ft. [_____] in. high
NOTE: Use two speed center opening option restrictively for elevators where
larger door opening is needed and hoistway space is not available for single
speed. Otherwise, use single-speed side slide, single-speed center opening,
or two speed side slide.
i. Car Door Types: [Single-speed side slide][Single-speed Center opening][Two-speed side slide][Two-speed
center opening] Horizontal sliding.
2.1.1.1 Cab Enclosures and Door Finishes
NOTE: Indicate finish colors of elevator materials in finish schedule on drawings.
NOTE: Use stainless steel side panels and wall trim in hospital cars.
Provide finishes [as indicated.][as listed below:
a. Floor; [carpet][vinyl composition tile][vinyl sheet tile][_____].
b. Walls; [prefinished steel][laminated plastic] on particleboard [stainless steel][_____].
Provide each cab wall with equally spaced and equally sized wall panels. All wall panel fasteners
shall be concealed.
Wall trim; [prefinished steel][stainless steel][_____].
Accessories; [hand rails][_____].
c. Interior face of door(s); [prefinished steel panels][stainless steel] [Laminated plastic
on particleboard with rounded stainless steel angle edges][_____].
d. Ceilings; [supported][prefinished steel panels][anodized aluminum][eggcrate][_____].
Ceiling frame; [prefinished steel][stainless steel][anodized aluminum][_____].
e. Hoistway Doors and Frame Finishes
Provide finishes on exterior of hoistway as follows:
(1). Frame; [prefinished steel][stainless steel][_____].
(2). Exterior face of door; [prefinished steel][stainless steel][_____].]
][2.1.2 Freight Elevators
a. Type: [Geared] [Gearless]
b. Rated Load: [_____] kg [_____] lb.
c. Rated Speed: [_____] m/s [_____] fpm
d. Travel Length: [_____] m [_____] ft.
e. Number of Stops: [_____]
f. Number of Hoistway Openings: [_____] Front; [_____] Rear
g. Car Inside Dimensions: [_____] mm wide [_____] mm deep and [_____] mm high [_____] ft.
[_____] in. wide, [_____] ft. [_____] in. deep and [_____] ft. [_____] in. high
h. Hoistway Door Type & Size: [Manual] [Power operated] Vertical [Rising] [Bi-Parting]
[_____] mm wide and [_____] mm high [_____] ft. [_____] in. wide and [_____] ft. [_____] in.
high
i. Car Gate Type: [Manual] [Power operated] Vertical Rising
NOTE: Refer to ASME A17.1, Rule 207.2b for Classes of loading.
j. Loading Type: Class [A][B][C]
2.1.2.1 Cab Enclosures and Door Frame Finishes
NOTE: Indicate finish colors of elevator materials in finish schedule on drawings.
NOTE: Use stainless steel side panels and wall trim in hospital cars.
Provide finishes [as indicated.][as listed below:
a. Floor; [mill finish steel diamond plate][painted steel diamond plate][aluminum diamond plate][tongue
and groove hardwood][_____].
b. Walls; [prefinished steel panels][stainless steel][_____].
Wall trim; [prefinished steel][stainless steel][_____].
Accessories; [handrail][_____].
c. Interior face of doors; [prefinished steel][stainless steel][_____].
d. Ceiling; [prefinished steel panels][stainless steel][anodized aluminum][_____].
e. Hoistway Doors and Frame Finishes
Provide finishes on exterior of hoistway as follows:
(1) Frame; [prefinished steel][stainless steel][_____].
(2). Exterior face of door; [prefinished steel][stainless steel][_____].]
]2.2 SPECIAL OPERATION AND CONTROL
Provide all special operations and control systems in accordance with ASME A17.1. Provide special operation
key switches with [5][6] pin cylinder locks with removable cores. Provide a key control lock for each operation
system.
2.2.1 Firefighters' Service
NOTE: Firefighters' Service is required on all freight and passenger elevators.
NOTE: Designer shall coordinate the firefighters' designated floor level with
the local base Fire Department.
ASME A17.1, Section 211, Rule 211.3. Provide equipment and signaling devices. The designated level for firefighters'
key operated switch is the [ground][____] floor.
2.2.2 Smoke Detectors
Smoke detectors are specified in [Section 28 31 73.00 20, INTERIOR FIRE DETECTION AND ALARM SYSTEM][____], including
conduit and wiring from each detector to elevator machinery space control panel. Provide connections directly
to elevator controls which will, when smoke is detected by any smoke detector, actuate Firefighters' Service
and send each elevator to the correct floor as required by ASME A17.1. Provide dual-contact smoke detectors
located in the elevator lobbies and the elevator machine room. If sprinkler is provided in the hoistway, provide
dual-contact smoke detector at top of hoistway. The circuit for elevator controller actuation of Firefighters'
Service shall include only these smoke detectors. In lieu of dual-contact smoke detectors, an addressable fire
alarm system with listed smoke detectors can be used in the above stated locations. Ensure that all smoke detectors
are mounted on finished ceiling. Smoke detector system must comply with ASME A17.1.
2.2.3 Fire Sprinklers
NOTE: Virtually all new elevator installations require fire sprinklers in each
elevator machinery room. Electric traction elevators are required to have a
2 hour rated hoistway, which does not require sprinklers. If a 2 hour rated
hoistway cannot be achieved, sprinklers are required and include the bracketed
options for hoistway sprinklers in the following paragraphs.
Provide fire sprinklers in accordance with Section21 13 13.00 20 WET PIPE SPRINKLER SYSTEM; providing dual contact
flow switch, check valve, and shutoff valve in each sprinkler line immediately outside of each machine room[
and hoistway] in accordance with ASME A17.1.
Provide electrical connection to fire sprinkler system in accordance with Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION
SYSTEM. For each elevator, provide control wiring connecting the flow switch to the shunt trip equipped circuit
breaker within the electrical panel serving the main line disconnect. Upon flow of water, flow switch shall
instantaneously send a signal to cause opening of shunt-trip equipped mainline circuit breaker, in compliance
with ASME A17.1, Rule 102.2(c)(4), and send a signal to fire alarm control panel to indicate water flow condition.
Machine room sprinkler flow switch actuation shall shunt trip all elevators served by the machine room.[ Hoistway
sprinkler flow switch actuation shall shunt trip all elevators in the hoistway.]
2.2.4 Top-of-Car Operating Device
ASME A17.1, Section 306, Rule 306.2. Provide elevator with an operating device, mounted on or from the car crosshead,
that will permit car operation at a speed not exceeding 0.75 mps 150 fpm for purposes of adjustment, maintenance,
testing, and repair. Include an integral or remote safety device, "UP" and "DOWN" switches or buttons, an emergency
stop switch, and inspection switch.
2.2.5 Hoistway Access Switches
ASME A17.1, Section 110, rule 111.9. Provide key-operated hoistway access switches that permit limited movement
of the car at terminal floors for car door opening and car positioning, operative only when the "INSPECTION"
switch in car operating panel is in inspection position. Locate switch 1800 mm 6 feet above floor level, with
in 300 mm 12 inches of hoistway entrance frame of an elevator or with the ferrule exposed when located in entrance
frame.
2.2.6 Independent Service
NOTE: Use the last sentence in brackets when there are two or more cars in
group.
Provide exposed key-operated switch in car operating panel to enable independent service and simultaneously disable
in-car signals and landing-call responses. Provide indicator lights that automatically illuminate during independent
service.[ If one car is removed from group, provide other car[s] responding to its hall calls.]
2.2.7 Elevator Operation
ASME A17.1, Introduction, Section 3, Definitions.
NOTE: Choose one of the following four types of operations: Single Two-Stop
Automatic, Selective Collective Automatic, Duplex Selective Collective or Group
Automatic
[2.2.7.1 Single, Two-Stop, Automatic Operation
NOTE: Specify for single, two-stop elevator only.
Provide Single Two-Stop Automatic Operation. Provide illuminating push buttons.
][2.2.7.2 Selective Collective Automatic Operation
NOTE: Specify for single elevator serving three or more landings.
Provide Selective Collective Automatic Operation. Provide illuminating push buttons.
][2.2.7.3 Duplex Selective Collective Automatic Operations
NOTE: Specify for two adjacent elevators.
Provide Duplex Selective Collective Automatic Operation. Provide a single push button for terminal landings
and dual push buttons, up and down, at intermediate landings. In each car operating panel, provide push buttons
numbered to correspond to each landing. If a car is taken out of service or fails to respond to a landing call
within a predetermined adjustable time limit of approximately 40 to 180 seconds, transfer calls to the other
car functioning as a single car Selective Collective elevator until the out-of-service car is returned to the
system. Provide a push button riser adjacent to each elevator.
][2.2.7.4 Group Automatic Operation
NOTE: Specify for three or more adjacent elevators.
Provide Group Automatic Operation. Provide a single push button for terminal landings and dual push buttons,
up and down at intermediate landings. In each car operating panel, provide push buttons numbered to correspond
to each landing. If a car is taken out of service, or fails to respond to a landing call within a predetermined
adjustable time limit of approximately 40 to 180 seconds, transfer calls to another car until out-of-service
car is returned to the system. Provide a push-button riser adjacent to each elevator.
][2.2.8 Parking Switch
NOTE: Specify parking switch if there is a definite reason to change the parking
station daily or for security purposes. For example, to provide night shut
down of a car for security purposes.
ASME A17.1, Rule 111.8. Provide a two-position parking switch in the car station service cabinet. One position
causes car to remain parked at the floor landing where last used; the other position causes car to park at [main][_____]
floor.
][2.2.9 Hospital Emergency Commandeering Service
Provide "ON-OFF" key switch and indicator light at [designated][all] landings to cause one elevator to respond
directly to the landing activated. Turning switch to "ON" position cancels previously registered "CAR" calls
and requires car to bypass hall calls while in route to activated landing.
On arrival, car will remain at landing with hoistway and car doors open for predetermined time to permit car
to be placed on emergency service. If the person decides not to use car during predetermined time period, car
doors will close and car will automatically return to normal service. Indicator lights shall automatically illuminate
during emergency service. Key shall be removable only in "OFF" position.
]2.3 ELEVATOR MACHINE
NOTE: Use geared traction machines up to nine floors with moderate-to-heavy
traffic demand, generally not more than three or four cars in a group and for
speeds not exceeding 1.75 mps 350 FPM. Use gearless traction for speeds beyond
1.75 to 2.00 mps 350 to 400 FPM, for ten floors or more and where intensive
traffic is anticipated, i.e., high-rise hospitals, busy headquarters, office
buildings. Gearless elevators are often used in large hospitals for six or
more stops. However if 2.00 mps 400 FPM is required, the elevator industry
usually supplies 2.50 mps 500 FPMas the standard entry for gearless traction
machines. Use generator field control for all applications of gearless elevators
and most geared elevators. For motors greater than 11 kw 15 hp, use power factor
correcting capacitors to increase power factor to minimum 90 percent.
ASME A17.1, Section 208, [[worm] geared][ or ][gearless] traction, direct-drive machines . Paint or finish ferrous
surfaces with minimum one coat of rust-inhibiting paint conforming to manufacturer's standard practice.
2.3.1 Direct Current Drive Motor
NEMA MG 1, Part 18, hoisting motor with separately excited direct current (dc) generator. Provide drive motor
with Class F insulation, and rated for continuous duty.
2.4 CONTROL EQUIPMENT
2.4.1 Motor Control Equipment
NOTE: At sites where power fluctuations are routinely experienced, specify
only variable-voltage with motor generator set.
ASME A17.1, Section 210. Provide variable-voltage with motor-generator set, variable voltage with silicon controlled
rectifier (SCR), or variable-frequency alternating current (ac) drive control. Enclose control equipment in
factory-primed and baked-enamel coated sheet-metal cabinets with removable or hinged doors with ventilation louvers.
2.4.1.1 Motor Generator Set
NEMA MG 1, Part 18. Provide motor-generator set with Class F insulation, and rated at 120 starts per hour for
elevator service. Maximum acceptable generator voltage is 600 volts. Indicate direction of rotation by an arrow
painted on the frame. Enclose electric connections at motor generator set in conduit boxes. Provide adjustable
timing device which will automatically shut the set off at [20 to 30 seconds][3-minute] predetermined time after
the elevator has answered the last registered call.
2.4.1.2 SCR Control or Variable Voltage Variable Frequency (VVVF) AC Control
Provide individual isolation transformers and individual choke reactors for each individual hoist motor. Provide
filtering to maintain harmonic distortion below IEEE standards as measured at the elevator machine room disconnect.
2.4.2 Logic Control
NOTE: Use microprocessors for elevator logic control. However, in a remote
location where necessary diagnostic tools and qualified service personnel are
not available in the immediate area, do not allow this type of equipment. In
addition, solid state control is not desirable for any facility which is subject
to an erratic building power supply. In either situation, specify an electromagnetic
switch, relay logic controller. If a microprocessor is allowed, the mechanical
design for the elevator machine room must include the HVAC recommended by the
control system manufacturer.
[Provide solid-state microprocessor controller to enable programmable control of call allocation, logic functions,
door control, speed sensing and car position. Provide a method of reprogramming adjustable parameters of computerized
controls. Store all programming in non-volatile memory. The microprocessor control system is acceptable only
if hardware and software required to maintain and utilize microprocessor is provided and training is provided
to Government Personnel by the equipment manufacturer and supplier.]
[Provide electromagnetic switch, relay logic control.]
2.4.2.1 Repair Requirements
NOTE: When microprocessor control system is used, mechanical design for the
project shall provide the HVAC heating and cooling required by control manufacturer
for elevator machinery space.
For the repair of microprocessor control system, provide maintenance tools, supporting computer software, and
software documentation required for complete maintenance of elevator system including diagnostics and adjustments.
Tools may be hand-held or built into control system. Provide tools which do not require recharging to maintain
their memory or authorization for use. Do not use software which requires periodic reprogramming, or reauthorization.
Programs shall be stored in non-volatile memory. Tools and software may be factory programmed to operate only
with this project's identification serial number.
2.5 OPERATING PANELS, SIGNAL FIXTURES, AND COMMUNICATIONS CABINETS
2.5.1 Capacity and Data Plates
ASME A17.1, Rule 207.3a, Rule 207.3b, and Rule 207.3c. Attach faceplates with spanner security screws. On car
panel, provide stainless steel capacity and data plates, with name of elevator manufacturer.
2.5.2 Car and Hall Buttons
Provide recessed tamper-proof push buttons of minimum 20 mm 3/4 inch size satin-finish stainless steel with illuminated
jewel center.
2.5.2.1 Hall Station Door Operating Buttons
NOTE: Use for freight elevators with power-operated bi-parting doors.
Identical in size and design to hall call buttons, but not illuminated.
2.5.3 Passenger Car-Operating Panel
NOTE: Use two panels for busy passenger elevators in hospital buildings and
office buildings. Use one car operating panel for single or two elevator system
where traffic is moderate such as in barracks, warehouses, clinics or shops.
For front and rear openings at a floor, provide two floor buttons marked "F"
and "R" for operating door open and close.
ASME A17.1, Section 211 and 306. Provide each car with [one] [two] car operating panel that contains operation
controls and communication devices. Provide exposed, flush mounted buttons for the controls that must be passenger
accessible. Provide service cabinet or keyed switches for those controls that should not be passenger accessible.
Allow maximum 1200 mm 48 inches between car floor and center line of bottom button. Use engraving and backfilling
or photo etching for button and switch designators. Do not use attached signs.
2.5.3.1 Passenger Controls
a. Illuminated operating call buttons identified to correspond to landings served by elevator
car. For two openings at a floor, provide two buttons marked "FRONT" and "REAR" above button
location.
b. "DOOR OPEN" and "DOOR CLOSE" buttons.
c. Keyed "STOP" switch in accordance with ASME A17.1, rule 210.2(v).
d. "ALARM" button in compliance with UFAS, ADA, and ASME A17.1, rule 211.1. Alarm button shall
be red with engraved legend "ALARM." Alarm button shall illuminate when pushed. Locate "ALARM"
button at panel bottom.
e. "FIRE DEPARTMENT" key switch, with "OFF-HOLD-ON" positions, in that order with key to be
removable in all positions. Provide fire sign or jewel and audible signal device, in accordance
with ASME A17.1, Figure 211.3a. Both visual and audible signals are activated when Phase I
key switch in hall is activated or when smoke detector activates return of elevator(s) to main
fire response floor. Visual and audible signal shall remain activated until car has reached
designated or alternate fire response floor. Upon arrival at fire response floor visual signal
remains illuminated and audible signal becomes silent.
f. Emergency two-way communication. Provide momentary pressure, single illuminating pushbutton
operated communication device that complies with ASME A17.1, UFAS, and the Americans with Disabilities
Act.
[g. Key-operated on-off "HOSPITAL EMERGENCY COMMANDEERING SERVICE" switch.]
NOTE: Omit the following paragraph, "...phone jack," unless specifically requested
by the activity.
[h. Sound-actuated firefighter phone jack.]
2.5.3.2 Service Controls
a. Inspection switch that transfers car control to top-of-car inspection operating controls
and prevents car operation from in-car control panel.
b. Independent service switch.
c. Two car light switches, one for light in car and one for lights on top and bottom of car
frame.
d. Fan switch, two-speed.
e. Infra-red curtain unit cutout switch.
f. 120-volt ac 60 Hz single-phase duplex electrical outlet of ground-fault-circuit-interrupt
(GFCI) design.
g. Device for communication between car and elevator machine room.
[h. Parking switch.]
2.5.3.3 Certificate Window
Provide a minimum 100 mm high by 150 mm wide 4 inch high by 6 inch wide certificate window in car operating panel
for elevator inspection certificate.
[2.5.4 Freight Car-Operating Panel
ASME A17.1, Section 211 and 306. Provide 3 mm 1/8 inch thick stainless steel face plate with edges relieved.
Provide each car with [one] [two] car operating panel that contains operation controls and communication devices.
Provide exposed, flush mounted buttons for the controls that must be passenger accessible. Provide service cabinet
or keyed switches for those controls that should not be passenger accessible. Allow maximum 1200 mm 48 inches
between car floor and centerline of bottom button. Use engraving and backfilling or photo etching for button
and switch designations. Do not use attached signs.
2.5.4.1 Passenger Controls
a. Illuminated operating call buttons identified to correspond to landings served by elevator
car. For two openings at a floor, provide two buttons, marked "FRONT" and "REAR" above the
button location.
b. Manual "STOP" switch in accordance with ASME A17.1, Rule 210.2 (e).
c. "ALARM button in compliance with UFAS, ADA, and ASME A17.1 Alarm button shall be red with
engraved legend "ALARM." Alarm button shall illuminate when pushed. Locate "ALARM" button
at panel bottom.
d. "FIRE DEPARTMENT" key switch, with "OFF-HOLD-ON" positions, in that order with key removable
in all positions. Provide fire sign or jewel and audible signal device, in accordance with
ASME A17.1 Figure 211.3a. Both visual and audible signals are activated when Phase I key switch
in hall is activated or when smoke detector activates return of elevator(s) to main fire response
floor. Visual and audible signal shall remain activated until car has reached designated or
alternate fire response floor. Upon arrival at fire response floor visual signal remains illuminated
and audible signal becomes silent.
e. Emergency two-way communication. Provide momentary pressure, single illuminating pushbutton
operated communication device that complies with ASME A17.1, UFAS, and the Americans with Disabilities
Act.
[f. Key-operated on-off "HOSPITAL EMERGENCY COMMANDEERING SERVICES" switch.]
NOTE: Omit the following paragraph, "...phone jack," unless specifically requested
by the activity.
[g. Sound-actuated firefighter phone jack.]
2.5.4.2 Service Controls
a. Inspection switch that transfers car control to top-of-car inspection operating controls
and prevents car operation from in-car control panel.
b. Independent service switch.
c. Two car light switches, one for light in car and one for lights on top and bottom of car
frame.
d. Fan switch, two-speed.
e. Infra-red curtain unit cutout switch.
f. 120-volt ac 60 Hz single-phase duplex electrical outlet of ground-fault-circuit-interrupt
(GFCI) design.
g. Communication device between car and elevator machine room.
[
h. Parking switch.]
NOTE: Use for power-operated doors and gate.
[i. "DOOR OPEN" and "DOOR CLOSE" buttons.]
2.5.4.3 Certificate Window
Provide a minimum 100 mm high by 150 mm wide 4 inches high by 6 inches wide, certificate window in car operating
panel for elevator inspection certificate.
][2.5.5 Semi-Selective Door Operation
NOTE: Use semi-selective operation for elevators with rear openings but no
landing with both front and rear openings. Use full selective if, at any floor,
there are both front and rear openings. This applies to both passenger and
freight elevators.
For elevator with rear opening at elevations differing from front opening, provide semi-selective door operation
so that only car door or gate adjacent to hoistway door opens when car stops.
][2.5.6 Full-Selective Door Operation
For elevator with one or more rear openings at same level as front opening, provide full-selective operation
with car and door operating buttons clearly marked for front and rear openings, front and rear car button for
each such floor, and front and rear "DOOR OPEN" and "DOOR CLOSE" buttons. Only door for which the button was
operated opens or closes.
]2.5.7 Switches and Devices
Provide elevator manufacturer's standard grade for switches and devices on car operating panel. Legibly and
indelibly identify each device and its operating positions. Locate car dispatching buttons in identical positions
in car operating panels for corresponding floors.
2.5.8 In-Car Position and Direction Indicator and Signal
In-car direction indicator shall be included in the in-car position indicator fixture.
2.5.8.1 In-Car Position Indicator and Signal
Provide horizontal electrical or electronic digital position indicator located minimum of 2135 mm 84 inches above
car floor. Arrange indicator to show floor position of car in hoistway and its traveling direction. Indicate
position by illumination of numeral or letter corresponding to landing at which car is passing or stopping.
Provide audible signal to alert passenger that elevator is passing or stopping at a floor. Provide audible signals
exceeding ambient noise level by at least 20 decibels with frequency not higher than 1500 Hz.
2.5.8.2 In-Car Direction Indicator and Signal
Provide visual and audible car direction indicators in car, indicating car traveling direction. For visual directional
signal, provide arrow of minimum 65 mm 2 1/2 inches in size. Use equilateral triangles for arrows, green for
upward direction and red for downward direction. Provide audible signal that sounds once for upward direction
and twice for downward direction.
2.5.9 Landing Position and Direction Indicator and Signal
Provide a single fixture containing the landing position and direction indicators.
2.5.9.1 Landing Position Indicator and Signal
Provide an electrical or electronic digital position indicator similar to the car position indicator. Arrange
position indicator in wall horizontally above the door frame or vertically at the side of the door frame. Indicators
to show floor position of car in hoistway. Indicate position by illumination of numeral or letter corresponding
to landing at which car is passing or stopping.
2.5.9.2 Landing Direction Indicator and Signal
Provide landing direction indicator with visual and audible signal devices. Provide single direction indicator
at terminal floors; "UP" and "DOWN" direction indicator at intermediate floors. Provide equilateral triangles
not less than 65 mm 2 1/2 inches in size, green for upward direction and red for downward direction. Provide
electronic audible device that sounds once for upward direction and twice for downward direction. Provide audible
signals exceeding ambient noise level by at least 20 decibels with frequency not higher than 1500 Hz.
2.6 HOISTWAY AND CAR EQUIPMENT
ASME A17.1, Parts I and II.
2.6.1 Car and Counterweight Guide Rails and Fastenings
ASME A17.1, Section 200. Paint rail shanks with one coat of black enamel. Provide pit channel for anchoring
main guide-rail brackets and mounting buffers. Only T-section type guide rail is acceptable.
2.6.2 Car and Counterweight Buffers
NOTE: Use spring buffers for speeds up to and including 1.00 mps 200 fpm.
ASME A17.1, Section 201. Provide data plate on each buffer.
2.6.3 Pit Equipment
ASME A17.1, Section 106. Provide pit channel for anchorage of main guide rail brackets and also for anchorage
of counterweight guide rail brackets. Each channel shall span distance between guides. In addition, pit channel
for main guide rails shall serve as mounting surface for car buffer(s). Pit channel for counterweight guide
rails shall serve as mounting surface for counterweight buffer(s). Method of installation of channels, brackets
and buffer mounts shall be such that pit waterproofing is not punctured. On completion of guide rail and buffer
installation, both pit channels shall be fully grouted.
2.6.3.1 Pit "STOP" Switch
Provide push/pull type pit "STOP" switch for stopping elevator motor, independent of regular operating device.
Locate switch on same side of hoistway as ladder.
2.6.3.2 Ladder
NOTE: Pits over 900 mm 3 feet deep require a ladder which is usually included
in [ Section 05 50 13 MISCELLANEOUS METAL FABRICATIONS][ Section 05 51 33 METAL
LADDERS][ Section 05 52 00 METAL RAILINGS][ Section 05 51 00 METAL STAIRS].
[ Section 05 50 13 MISCELLANEOUS METAL FABRICATIONS][ Section 05 51 33 METAL LADDERS][ Section 05 52 00 METAL
RAILINGS][ Section 05 51 00 METAL STAIRS] [Galvanized steel. Provide ladder in accordance with 29 CFR 1910.27
with 178 mm 7 inches distance between rung and wall.] Locate ladder on hoistway side wall closest to hoistway
door opening.
2.6.3.3 Lighting of Pits
ASME A17.1, Rule 106e. Locate light not less than 1800 mm 6 feet above pit floor. Locate switch on same side
of hoistway as ladder. Provide GFCI duplex receptacle in each pit.
2.6.4 Terminal Stopping Devices
ASME A17.1, Section 209.
2.6.5 Wiring and Traveling Cables
NFPA 70, Article 620 and Section 26 20 00 INTERIOR DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM. Suspend traveling cables by means of
self-tightening webbed devices.
2.6.6 Emergency Signaling Devices
Provide an audible signaling device, operable from the Car Operating Panel button marked "ALARM". The audible
signaling device shall be mounted in the hoistway and shall conform to the requirements of ASME A17.1, Rule 211.1(a).[
In addition, for freight elevators, operation of the EMERGENCY STOP button shall sound the audible signaling
device.]
2.7 PASSENGER CAR AND HOISTWAY DOOR ACCESSORIES
ASME A17.1, Sections 111, 112, and 204. Provide infra-red curtain unit. Provide high-speed electric operator,
safety interlocks for car and hoistway doors, and electric safety contact to prevent car operation unless doors
are closed.[ Provide electrical circuitry that restores car to service at specified time lapse with time out
circuit as option for intensive service elevators.]
2.7.1 Infra-red Curtain Unit
Provide Infra-red Curtain Unit (ICU) with multiple infra-red beams that protect to the full height of the door
opening. Minimum coverage shall extend from 50 mm 2 inches off the floor to 1778 mm 70 inches above floor level.
Door operation must meet the requirements of ASME A17.1, Rule 211.3a(5) and 112.5.
2.8 PASSENGER ELEVATOR GUIDES, PLATFORM, AND ENCLOSURE
NOTE: User roller guide assemblies on all passenger elevators.
2.8.1 Roller Guides
ASME A17.1, Section 200. Provide roller guide assemblies in adjustable mountings on each side of car and counterweight
frames in accurate alignment at top and bottom of frames.
2.8.2 Car Frame and Platform
ASME A17.1, Section 203, Rule 301.6.
2.8.3 Car Enclosure, Car Door, and Car Illumination
NOTE: For hospital service, consider providing separate elevators for routine
hospital service and passenger service.
ASME A17.1, Section 204, and Rule 301.7. Provide natural and forced ventilation, emergency exit, and stainless-steel
hooks with fire retardant protective pads. Carpeting shall comply with ASME A17.1, Rule 204.2a (2) and (4).
2.8.3.1 Car Shell Return Panels, Entrance Columns, Cove Base, and Transom
Provide 14 Gauge minimum nonperforated steel. Apply sound-deadening mastic on all exterior components.
2.8.3.2 Car Top
Provide reinforced 12 gauge minimum steel with hinged exit, openable by hand from car top only. Provide electrical
contact which prevents operation of elevator when emergency exit is open. Provide sound-deadening mastic on
all exterior components.
2.8.3.3 Car Door
Provide 16 gauge minimum stainless steel, sandwich construction without binder angles. Provide a minimum of
2 door guide assemblies per door panel, one guide at leading and one at trailing door edge with guides in the
sill groove their entire length of travel.
2.8.3.4 Car Entrance Sill
Provide one piece cast white bronze or nickel silver entrance sill. Set sills level and flush with floor finish.
Use same material for hoistway and car entrance sills.
2.8.3.5 Carpet
Provide carpet that complies with ASME A17.1 Rule 204.2a.(2) and (4).
2.9 PASSENGER ELEVATOR HOISTWAY DOORS AND ENTRANCES
ASME A17.1, Sections 110 and 112. Provide hoistway entrance assemblies with a minimum 1-1/2 hour fire rating.
2.9.1 Hoistway Entrance Frames
NOTE: Coordinate materials with paragraph "ELEVATOR DESCRIPTION".
1.8 mm thick14 gage 14 gage [stainless steel][ or ][prefinished carbon sheet steel]. Solidly grout uprights
of entrance ways to height of 1500 mm 5 feet.
2.9.2 Hoistway Entrance Sills
Provide one-piece cast solid white bronze or nickel silver entrance sills. After sill is set level and flush
with finished floor height, solidly grout under full length of sill. Use same materaials for hoistway and car
entrance sills.
2.9.3 Hoistway Entrance Doors
ASME A17.1, Rule 110.11e, hollow metal non-vision construction with flush surfaces on car and landing sides.
Provide a minimum of 2 door guide assemblies per door panel, one guide at leading edge and one at trailing edge
with guides in the sill groove the entire length of travel. Provide sheet metal hoistway door track dust covers
at each landing. Dust covers must cover door locks and door roller tracks and extend the full width of the
door track and associated hardware.
2.9.4 Entrance Fascias and Dust Covers
ASME A17.1, Rule 110.10a and Rule 110.11a.
2.9.5 Hoistway Ventilation
Provide hoistway ventilation directly to outside air by fixed louver through side wall of hoistway at highest
possible point in hoistway. Net size of louver to be at least 3 1/2 percent of hoistway cross section.
2.10 FREIGHT ELEVATOR GUIDES, PLATFORM, AND ENCLOSURE
NOTE: User roller guide assemblies on all freight elevators.
2.10.1 Roller Guides
ASME A17.1, Section 200. Provide roller guide assemblies in adjustable mountings on each side of car and counterweight
frames in accurate alignment to top and bottom of frames.
2.10.2 Car Frame and Platform
ASME A17.1, Section 203. Provide 1.8 mm thick 14 gage toe guard fascia on car entrance side of platform in accordance
with ASME A17.1, Rule 203.9.
2.10.3 Car Enclosure
NOTE: Use two-section car gate if headroom is insufficient for single section.
ASME A17.1, Rule 204.3. Complete with [two-section][vertical rising] gate, power gate operator, emergency exit,
emergency light, and lighting fixtures. Construct steel car top in accordance with ASME A17.1, Rule 204.1f.
Paint interior and exposed surfaces of car enclosure with manufacturer's standard finish. Provide certificate
frame and recessed car station.
2.11 FREIGHT ELEVATOR HOISTWAY DOORS AND ENTRANCES
NOTE: If hoistway doors are for exterior uses, weather stripping does not provide
practical protection. In lieu of weather stripping, incorporate alcoves to
protect edges and bottom surfaces of exterior doors from rain, snow, and ice.
ASME A17.1, Part I, Sections 110 and 111. Provide hoistway entrance with complete door assembly including door
panels with truckable sill, frames, guide rails, and accessories. Provide hoistway entrance assemblies which
have a minimum 1-1/2 hour fire rating.
2.11.1 Door Panel
ASTM E 152, fire rated door panel, with minimum 100 mm width by 225 mm height 4 inch width by 9 inch height vision
panel at upper door section.
2.11.2 Door Operation
NOTE: Use semi-selective if only one opening at any floor; full-selective if
two openings at any floor.
[Semi-selective][Full-selective].
2.11.3 Door Guide Rails
ASME A17.1, Rule 110.12c, 110.12d, and 110.12e.
2.11.4 Door Interlocks
ASME A17.1, Rule 111.3 and 111.6.
2.12 HANDICAPPED AND MEDICAL SERVICES ACCESS
36 CFR 1191, Sections 4.10 for Elevator, 4.30 for Signage, and 4.31 for Telephones.
2.12.1 Provision for Handicapped
NOTE: Use on all elevators.
2.12.2 Emergency Medical Services
NOTE: Use the following for buildings of four stories or more in height.
ICBO UBC, Chapter 30 for elevators and sinage.
[2.13 EMERGENCY POWER OPERATION
NOTE: Use in hospitals and any building in which sufficient standby power is
provided to operate one or more elevators.
Upon outage of normal power and initiation of emergency power, provide circuitry and wiring to operate elevator[,
telephone][ and ][intercom] [and] to accomplish operation sequences.[ In multiple elevator system, one elevator
travels automatically to main floor, opens doors, and shuts down. Thereafter, each other elevator in group one
at a time returns automatically to main floor. After all cars have returned to main floor, automatically provide
one [passenger][freight] car in regular service.][ For single elevator system, elevator travels automatically
to main floor, opens doors, and automatically places itself in regular service.] For emergency power, operation,
provide sign reading "EMERGENCY POWER" flashing in each car station.[ At same time, provide operable Firefighters'
Service.]
][2.14 PROVISIONS FOR EARTHQUAKE PROTECTION
NOTE: Use in seismic Zones 3 and 4. Provide seismic protection as covered
by ASME A17.1, Part XXIV. Provide fastenings, attachments, and restraints for
prevention of seismic damage in detail by registered structural engineer and
his seal applied to drawings or sketches. Use forces of 1.0 G horizontal and
1.0 G vertical or heavier.
ASME A17.1, Part XXIV. This facility is located in a seismic zone [3][4], comply with all ASME A17.1, Part XXIV
requirements.
]PART 3 EXECUTION
3.1 INSTALLATION
Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions, ASME A17.1, 36 CFR 1191, and NFPA 70.
3.1.1 Traveling Cables
Do not allow abrupt bending of traveling cables.
3.1.2 Structural Members
Do not cut or alter. Restore any damaged or defaced work to original condition.
3.1.3 Safety Guards
Selector cables or tapes exposed to possibility of accidental contact in machine room shall be completely enclosed
with 1.5 mm thick 16 gage sheet metal or expanded metal guards, both horizontally and vertically. Exposed gears,
sprockets, tape or rope sheaves, floor controllers, or signal machines, and their driving ropes, chains or tapes,
and selector drums shall be guarded from accidental contact in accordance with ASME A17.1.
3.1.4 Miscellaneous Requirements
Include recesses, cutouts, slots, holes, patching, grouting, and refinishing to accommodate elevator installation.
Use core drilling to drill all new holes in concrete. Finish work to be straight, level, and plumb. During
installation, protect machinery and equipment from dirt, water, or mechanical damage. At completion, clean all
work, and spot paint.
3.1.5 Firefighters' Service
Firefighters' service shall be complete including installation and wiring of all smoke detectors in accordance
with ASME A17.1, Rule 211.3b. Coordinate smoke detector installation for Firefighters' Service.
3.2 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
After completing elevators system installation, notify Contracting Officer that elevator system is ready for
final inspection and acceptance test. Contracting Officer will obtain services of Naval Facilities Engineering
Command certified elevator inspector.
Contractor shall perform all required tests and demonstrate proper operation of each elevator system and prove
that each system complies with contract requirements and ASME A17.1, and the applicable requirements of Part
XI, "Engineering and Type Tests". Inspection procedures in ASME A17.2.1 form a part of this inspection and acceptance
testing. All testing and inspections shall be conducted in the presence of the elevator inspector. Demonstrate
the proper operation of all equipment at various date settings, selected by the elevator inspector, ranging from
the date of contract award through 1 January 2099.
Inspector shall complete, sign and post form NAVFACENGCOM 9-11014/23 (Rev. 7-88), Elevator Inspection Certificate,
after successful completion of inspection and testing.
3.2.1 Testing Materials and Instruments
Furnish testing materials and instruments required for final inspection. Include calibrated test weights, tachometer,
600-volt megohm meter, volt meter and ammeter, three Celsius calibrated thermometers, door pressure gage, spirit
level, stop watch, dynamometer, and 30 meter 100 foot tape measure.
3.2.2 Field Tests
3.2.2.1 Endurance Tests
Test each elevator for a period of one hour continuous run, with specified rated load in car. Restart the one
hour test period from beginning, following any shutdown or failure. During test run, stop car at each floor
in both directions of travel for standing period of 10 seconds per floor. The requirements for Rated Speed,
Leveling, Temperature Rise and Motor Amperes Test specified herein are to be met throughout the duration of the
Endurance Test.
3.2.2.2 Speed Tests
Determine actual speed of each elevator in both directions of travel with rated load and with no load in elevator
car. Make Speed tests before and immediately after Endurance test. Determine speed by tachometer reading,
excluding accelerating and slow-down zones per ASME A17.2.1. Minimum acceptable elevator speed is the Rated
speed specified. Maximum acceptable elevator speed is 110 percent of Rated speed.
3.2.2.3 Leveling Tests
Test elevator car leveling devices for landing accuracy of plus or minus 6 mm 1/4 inch at each floor with no
load in car, symmetrical load in car, and with rated load in car in both directions of travel. Determine accuracy
of floor landing both before and immediately after endurance tests.[ For Class C2 landing, freight elevators
shall comply with ASME A17.1, Rules 207.2b (3)(a), (b) and (c). The maximum load on car platform during loading
or unloading shall not exceed 150 percent of rated load.]
3.2.2.4 Insulation Resistance Tests
Perform tests to ensure elevator wiring systems are free from short circuits and grounds. Minimum acceptable
insulation resistance for electrical conductors is one megohm between each conductor and ground and between each
conductor and other conductors. Prior to megohm meter test, make provisions to prevent damage to electronic
devices.
3.2.2.5 Brake Test
Conduct brake test with 125 percent of rated load in elevator. Verify that brakes stop and hold elevator with
125 percent of rated load.
3.2.2.6 Buffer Tests
Test buffers for car and counterweight as outlined in ASME A17.1, Rule 1100.5.
3.2.2.7 Temperature Rise Tests
Determine temperature rise of elevator hoisting motor, motor-generator, exciter, and booster during full-load
test run for one hour minimum. Under these conditions, maximum acceptable temperature rise shall not exceed
acceptable temperature rise indicated on manufacturer's data plate. Start test only when equipment is within
5 degrees C of ambient temperature.
3.2.2.8 Balance Tests
Perform electrical and mechanical balance tests of car and counterweight.
3.2.2.9 Motor Ampere Tests
Measure and record motor amperage when motor is running and elevator is lifting at rated load and speed. Measure
and record motor amperage at beginning and end of Endurance test.
[3.3 MAINTENANCE SERVICE TRAINING
NOTE: Specify elevator maintenance service instructions for projects at isolated
locations.
Provide qualified representative of elevator manufacturer to instruct Government personnel in care, adjustment,
and maintenance of elevator equipment for a period of not less than 5 working days immediately following acceptance
of elevator system.
]