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SPECIFICATION
Penny & Bob Manning 48 James Road Cardrona Valley
April 2008
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www.masterspec.co.nz 1012 TABLE OF CONTENTS................................................................................................................. 2 1201 PRELIMINARIES AND GENERAL................................................................................................. 3 2201 PREPARATION AND GROUNDWORK......................................................................................... 7 2301 FOUNDATIONS............................................................................................................................. 9 3101 CONCRETE................................................................................................................................. 10 3801 CARPENTRY............................................................................................................................... 14 4201 WALL CLADDING........................................................................................................................ 17 4203 BRICK VENEER CLADDING....................................................................................................... 19 4205S STEEL AND TUBE PROFILED METAL CLADDING.................................................................22 4301 PROFILED METAL ROOFING..................................................................................................... 26 4502 ALUMINIUM WINDOWS AND DOORS.......................................................................................29 4601 GLAZING..................................................................................................................................... 33 4701 THERMAL INSULATION.............................................................................................................. 35 4801 FLASHINGS................................................................................................................................ 37 5101G GIB PLASTERBOARD LININGS............................................................................................ 40 5201 INTERIOR TIMBER DOORS AND WINDOWS............................................................................45 6201 TILING......................................................................................................................................... 47 6701R RESENE PAINTING.................................................................................................................. 51 7101 HOT AND COLD WATER SYSTEM.............................................................................................54 7107 SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEM........................................................................................... 59 7201 GAS SYSTEM............................................................................................................................. 63 7401 RAINWATER SYSTEMS.............................................................................................................. 66 7402 SANITARY PLUMBING............................................................................................................... 68 7403 DRAINAGE.................................................................................................................................. 70 7501R RINNAI HOT WATER SYSTEMS.............................................................................................. 73 7701 ELECTRICAL............................................................................................................................... 77
Attached Product Literature & Specifications Bracing Calculations Risk Matrix calculation Lintel design certificates Engineers producer statement & calculations Fire safety design report Specific NZS3604 & E2/AS1 details Gib Aqualine wet area, Noiseline, & Fyreline details Logburner & gas fire installation details Mitek Floor beam details Wall hung toilet details. Heating system details Accoustic/fire door details Extra Fittings Notes
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PRELIMINARIES AND GENERAL

THE WORKS The works are as described in the Fittings Notes and as shown on the drawings. SITE Lot 2 DP 302713, 48 James Road, Cardrona Valley Confine access and work to the area of site indicated on the drawings.
THE PROJECT
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DOCUMENTATION INCONSISTENCIES IN CONTRACT DOCUMENTS For the method of handling ambiguities, they will be resolved as follows: The drawings take precedence over specifications. Figured dimensions on drawings take precedence over scaled dimensions. Drawings to a larger scale take precedence over drawings to a smaller scale. Drawings showing particular parts of the contract works take precedence over drawings for more general purposes.
Specification structure Read all sections together and read 1201 PRELIMINARIES AND GENERAL with all other sections. 2.2 INTERPRETATIONS Required: Proprietary: Approval: Direction: Provide and fix: Notified: 2.3 Required by the documents, or by a statutory authority. Identifiable by naming the manufacturer, supplier, installer, trade name, brand name, catalogue or reference number. Approval in writing. Direction in writing. Provide or fix or supply or fix if used separately mean provide and fix unless explicitly stated otherwise. Notified in writing
DEFINED WORDS Words defined in the conditions of contract, New Zealand Standards, or other reference documents have the same interpretation and meaning when used in their lower case, title case or upper case form in the specification text. PERSONNEL Owner: Contractor: Designer: The person defined as owner in the New Zealand Building Code. The person contracted by the owner to carry out the contract. Tony McMurray Architectural (TMCM Ltd)
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PROPOSED SUBSTITUTIONS A substitution may be proposed where specified products are not available, or if substitute products are brought to the attention of and are considered by the architect to be equivalent or superior to those specified. Except where a specified product is not available, the architect is not bound to accept any substitutions. NOTIFICATION OF SUBSTITUTIONS Notify any proposed substitution of specified products. Notification to include but not be limited to: - Product identification - Detailed comparison between the properties and characteristics of the specified product and the proposed substitution - Statement of NZBC compliance, including durability
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- Manufacturers name, address, telephone and facsimile numbers, website and email address - All current manufacturers literature on the product - Accreditations and appraisals available - Reference standards - Product limitations - Samples - List of existing installations in the vicinity of the project and - Any changes required to the programme including any extension of time required - Allowance (time and cost) for re-design and documentation (if applicable) - Allowance (time and cost) for obtaining an amendment to the Building Consent (if applicable) - An assessment of any change in cost associated with the proposed substitution 2.7 2.8 APPROVAL OF SUBSTITUTIONS Approval of substitutions to be in writing. MANUFACTURERS AND SUPPLIERS REQUIREMENTS Manufacturers and suppliers requirements, instructions, specifications or details means those issued by them for their particular material, product or component and are the latest edition. MANUFACTURERS AND SUPPLIERS DOCUMENTS Refer to individual sections for a detailed list of manufacturers and suppliers documents relating to work on this project. Also refer to attached Fittings Notes. Retain current copies of the documents listed, and other relevant manufacturers technical literature, on site. Make this information available to all personnel and ensure they are familiar with requirements for handling, storing, preparing for, fixing and finishing products before commencing work. Provide a copy of all manufacturers literature to the owner. REFERENCED DOCUMENTS Throughout this specification, reference is made to various New Zealand Building Code acceptable solutions (NZBC __/AS_) and verification methods (NZBC __/VM_) for criteria and/or methods used to establish compliance with the Building Act 2004. Reference is also made to various Standards produced by Standards New Zealand (NZS, AS/NZS, NZS/AS), overseas standards (AS, BS) and to listed Acts, Regulations and various industry codes of practice and practice guides. The latest edition (including amendments and provisional editions) at the date of this specification applies unless stated otherwise. It is the responsibility of the contractor to be familiar with the materials and expert in the techniques quoted in these publications, and to ensure that all those engaged in construction of the works to be similarly informed. Documents cited both directly and within other cited publications are deemed to form part of this specification. 2.11 PRECEDENCE OF REFERENCED DOCUMENTS This specification takes precedence in the event of it being at variance with and requiring a higher standard than, the cited documents. Resolution of any variance must be confirmed in writing and where building consent approval is affected, the change notified to the Building Consent Authority prior to any further work proceeding. 2.12 DOCUMENTS REFERRED TO Documents referred to in this preliminaries and general section are: Building Act 2004
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Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 2.13 BUILDING CONSENT COMPLIANCE It is an offence under the Building Act 2004 to carry out any work not in accordance with the building consent. Refer the resolution of matters concerning compliance to the owner or designer for a direction. Where building consent approval is affected refer any change to the Building Consent Authority. STATUTORY OBLIGATIONS Comply with all statutory obligations and regulations of regulatory bodies controlling the execution of the works. BUILDING CONSENT Obtain the original or copies of the building consent form and documents from the owner and keep on site. Liaise with the Building Consent Authority and/or the building certifier for all notices to be given and all inspections required during construction to ensure compliance. Return the consent form and documents to the owner on completion. PRODUCER STATEMENTS When producer statements verifying construction are required, provide copies to both the Building Consent Authority and the owner. Producer statements to be in the form required by the Building Consent Authority. MASTER BUILD SERVICES LTD GUARANTEE (if available) Provide a Master Build New Homes or Alterations & Additions Guarantee including all costs in the contract price and covering loss of deposit, completion, inspection, execution and material defects under the terms of the guarantee offered by Master Build Services Ltd. Execute with all three signatories: owner, registered master builder and Master Build Services Ltd, before commencing the contract works. REGISTERED CERTIFIED BUILDER GUARANTEE (if available) Provide a Registered Certified Builder 5 year Home Owner Guarantee. Complete the guarantee application. Before commencing the contract works, execute with the signatures of the owner and the registered certified builder and forward to CBA Insurance Services Ltd along with the fee payable. WARRANTIES Provide executed warranties in favour of the owner in respect of, but not limited to, materials, elements, service, application, installation and finishing called for in that specified section of work. The terms and conditions of the warranty in no case negate the minimum remedies available under common law as if no warranty had been offered. Failure to provide the warranty does not reduce liability under the terms of the warranty called for in that specified section of work. 2.20 Conform to the warranty agreement form included in this specification. Commence all warranties from the date of practical completion of the contract works. Maintain their effectiveness for the times stated. Deliver executed warranties to the owner at practical completion.
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WEATHERTIGHTNESS AND WATERTIGHTNESS WARRANTY Provide a warranty for a minimum period of 2 years, covering the weathertightness of the complete building envelope and the watertightness of all liquid supply and disposal systems and fittings. This general warranty is in addition to any specific warranties required. TRADE WARRANTIES Where specific trade warranties are offered covering materials and/or execution of proprietary products or complete installations, provide copies of all such warranties to the owner.
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SERVICES PLANS Prepare services plans setting out the actual positions as constructed of all sewer, stormwater, sanitary plumbing, piped and ducted services, electrical and mechanical services. Except where specified otherwise, as-built plans may be marked up on copies of relevant project drawings. Provide 1 set of services plans to the owner. Provide services plans required by the building consent to the Building Consent Authority. ESTABLISHMENT APPROVALS Attend on Building Consent Authority officers, statutory and network utility inspectors, as necessary to obtain approvals (in addition to building consent approval) for and the satisfactory completion of the works. TEMPORARY WORKS AND SERVICES PROTECT Protect parts of the work liable to damage, including adjoining public or private property, existing buildings, existing roads, footpaths, fences, site services, trees, landscaping and existing retained site features, until completion of the works. Take all precautions necessary to protect the works from damage by unauthorised entry or inclement weather. Brace and support all parts of the works against damage during construction. Make good damage to existing property and site features arising from construction activities or failure to protect.
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PROVIDE SEDIMENT AND SILT RUN OFF PROTECTION Provide appropriate measures to prevent or minimise sediment generation and silt run off. Comply with territorial and other authority requirements relating to carrying out earthworks. Pump water from trenches and other areas of the site using methods to prevent sediment entering any drain or watercourse. Filter dirty water before discharging into the drainage system.
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CONSTRUCTION DAMAGE AND NUISANCE Take all reasonable precautions to prevent damage and nuisance from water, fire, smoke, vehicles, dust, rubbish, noise and all other causes resulting from the contract works. Comply with the requirements of the territorial authority and relevant Acts and Standards. EXECUTION Conform to the requirements of this specification. Ensure work is level, plumb, and true to line and face. Employ only experienced workers familiar with the materials and techniques specified. MATERIALS AND PRODUCTS Use only new materials and products, unless stated otherwise, of the specified quality and complying with all cited documents. Substitution of alternative materials, products, plant or equipment from those specified must first be confirmed by the owner in writing. If the building consent approval is affected, obtain the approval of the Building Consent Authority for the substitution.
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CLEAR AWAY Regularly clear away trade debris, unused materials and elements from the site. On completion of the works leave the building clean and ready for occupancy, with all services operating and mechanical parts in good working order. Remove temporary markings, coverings and protective wrappings. Ensure that any maintenance requirements listed on temporary markings are conveyed to the owner.
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SITE SAFETY Provide adequate support for all excavations. Cover holes and fence off open trenches and banks.
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PRODUCTS EXCAVATED FILL Material from other formations in the excavation which may be selected and approved as suitable for filling by having grading and moisture content properties that will allow recompaction to 95% of maximum density, with approval of engineer. Otherwise use imported certified fill with appropriate compaction. SAND FILL Clean sand of such grading in particle size to achieve mechanical compaction to 90% maximum density. HARD FILL Scoria or crushed rock to GAP (General All Passing) 40 grading.
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EXECUTION EXCAVATION GENERALLY Carry out excavation to the guidelines set by the OSH publication: Approved code of practice for safety in excavation and shafts for foundations. BURNING OF MATERIALS Burning of materials is not permitted on site. PROTECT EXISTING WORK Protect from damage existing buildings, structures, roads, paving and services nominated on the drawings as being retained. PROTECT TREES Protect from damage trees, shrubs, natural site features and existing landscaped areas nominated on the drawings as being retained. SURFACE PREPARATION Comply with NZS 3604, section 3.5, Site preparation. Remove all turf, vegetation, trees, topsoil, stumps and rubbish from the area to be built on. UNDERGROUND ELEMENTS AND SERVICES Break out and remove old foundations, slabs, drainage pipes, manholes, tanks, cables and redundant services. Report for instructions when any unexpected voids, made-up ground or services are encountered. Seal off the ends of drains or remove to territorial authority approval. STOCKPILE TOPSOIL Stockpile excavated topsoil on site where directed. Keep separate from other excavated materials. Spread and level where directed before completion of the works. GENERAL EXCAVATION Trim ground to required profiles, batters, falls and levels. Remove loose material. Protect cut faces from collapse. Keep excavations free from water.
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ROCK EXCAVATION If rock is found at any level above the underside of the structural foundations, or above required base levels for site service trenches, immediately notify the owner. Obtain written instructions from the owner on the proposed approach to rock excavation, or consequent alterations to subgrade construction. Confirm any changes with the territorial authority. FOUNDATION EXCAVATION Take foundation excavations to depths shown. Keep trenches plumb and straight, bottoms level and solid, stepped as detailed and clean and free of water. INADEQUATE BEARING If bearing is inadequate then excavate further and backfill with material as follows. Confirm any changes with the territorial authority. Below slabs on grade: Hardfill Below footings: 10 MPa concrete Service trenches: Hardfill If excavation exceeds the required depths, backfill and compact to the correct level with material as listed.
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GRANULAR BASE FOR SLABS To conform with NZS 3604, section 7.5.3, Granular base. Consolidate with a vibrating roller. Blind the surface with coarse sand or sand/cement and roll ready to receive a dampproof membrane. GENERAL BACKFILLING Obtain written confirmation from the owner before using any excavated material. Compact approved backfilling in 150 mm layers with the last 200 mm in clean topsoil, lightly compacted and neatly finished off.
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FOUNDATIONS
Refer to 3101 CONCRETE for poured concrete footings, foundations, foundation walls and floor slabs. Refer to 3301 CONCRETE MASONRY for concrete block foundation walls.
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DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: NZS 3104 NZS 3109 NZS 3602 NZS 3604 Specification for concrete production Concrete construction Timber and wood-based products for use in building Timber framed buildings
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PRODUCTS BOLTS AND SCREWS Galvanized steel to NZS 3604. NAIL PLATES Stainless steel and galvanized steel toothed to the plate manufacturer's design for the particular locations shown on the drawings. CONCRETE 20 MPa prescribed mix concrete to NZS 3104, section 3, Provisions for prescribed mix concrete, and NZS 3604, section 6.4.5, Pile footings. EXECUTION FOUNDATIONS GENERALLY Comply with NZS 3602 and NZS 3604 except as varied on the drawings and by this specification. Execution to include those methods, practices and processes contained in the unit standards for the National Certificate in Carpentry and the National Certificate in Joinery (cabinetry, exterior joinery, stairs). EXCAVATIONS Refer to 2201 PREPARATION AND GROUNDWORK.
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DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: AS 1366 NZS 3101 NZS 3104 NZS 3109 NZS 3114 NZS 3604 AS/NZS 4671 Rigid cellular plastics for thermal insulation Part 3 Rigid cellular polystyrene Moulded (RC/PS M) Concrete structures standard Part 1 The design of concrete structures Specification for concrete production Concrete construction Specification for concrete surface finishes Timber framed buildings Steel reinforcing materials
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Documents listed above and cited in the clauses that follow are part of this specification. However, this specification takes precedence in the event of it being at variance with the cited document. 2. 2.1 PRODUCTS NORMAL CONCRETE Normal concrete 20 MPa grade, maximum aggregate size 19 mm ready-mixed to NZS 3104. Provide delivery dockets listing mix and despatch details. SITE CONCRETE Special concrete 10 MPa with minimum water for workability, all materials and batching to NZS 3104: table 3.1, Prescribed mixes (P). REINFORCEMENT Bars to AS/NZS 4671. Grade 300E(D) or grade 500E (HD) deformed, other than for ties, stirrups and spirals, unless shown otherwise on the drawings. Welded reinforcing mesh to AS/NZS 4671. TYING WIRE Mild drawn steel wire not less than 1.2 mm diameter. SPACERS AND CHAIRS Precast concrete or purpose made moulded PVC to approval. Where concrete spacer blocks are used in exposed concrete work use blocks matching surrounding concrete. DAMPPROOF MEMBRANE 0.25 mm minimum polyethylene to NZS 3604: clause 7.5.4, Damp-proof membrane. CELLULAR POLYSTYRENE INSULATION Proprietary expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam board to AS 1366 part 3, where specified on drawings. EXECUTION HANDLE AND STORE Handle and store reinforcing steel and accessories without damage or contamination. Store on timber fillets on hard ground in a secure area clear of any building operation. Lay steel fabric flat. Ensure reinforcement is clean and remains clean so that at the time of placing concrete it is free of all loose mill scale, loose rust and any other contamination that may reduce bonding capacity.
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FALSEWORK AND FORMWORK Use falsework and formwork of sufficient strength to retain and support the wet concrete to the required profiles and tolerances. Select formwork finish to produce the specified finished quality. Ensure timber or plywood used for formwork is non-staining to the set concrete. Securely fix and brace formwork sufficiently to support loads and with joints and linings tight enough to prevent water loss. Do not use tie wires or rods unless approved in writing by the owner. Unless detailed otherwise, provide a 19 mm chamfer or fillet strip at all interior and exterior angles of beam and column forms. Mitre at intersections. Water blast to clean formwork. Keep formwork wet before concrete is placed. Unless detailed otherwise, set up soffit boxing for beams and slabs to provide a camber when forms are stripped, of 3 mm rise for every 3 metres of total clear span.
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INSTALL DAMPPROOF MEMBRANE Apply polythene membrane to prepared basecourse with 150 mm laps between sheets. Tape seal laps and penetrations with 50 mm wide pressure sensitive plastic tape. Refer to drawings for perimeter details. INSTALL CELLULAR POLYSTYRENE INSULATION Install EPS insulation above DPM under floor slab if indicated under floor areas with inslab or under tile heating. CUT AND BEND REINFORCEMENT Cut and bend bars using proper bending tools to avoid notching and to the requirements of NZS 3109: 3.3 Hooks and bends. Minimum radii of reinforcement bends to NZS 3109: table 3.1, Minimum radii of reinforcement bends. Do not rebend bars. Where rebending is necessary, use a purpose built tool, proper preparation and preheating. ADJUSTMENTS Use a purpose built tool for on site bending and to deal with minor adjustments to steel reinforcement. TOLERANCES, BENDING To NZS 3109: clause 3.9, Tolerances for reinforcement. SECURE REINFORCEMENT Secure reinforcement adequately with tying wire and place, support and secure against displacement when concreting. Bend tying wire back well clear of the formwork. Spacing as dimensioned, or if not shown, to the clear distance minimums laid down in NZS 3109: clause 3.6, Spacing of reinforcement. LAPPED SPLICES Length of laps where not dimensioned on the drawings in accordance with the 4. SELECTIONS. Increase laps of plain round steel used as longitudinal rienforcement by 100%. Provide laps only where indicated on the drawings. Tie all lapping bars to each other. REINFORCEMENT COVER Minimum cover to all reinforcing bars, stirrups, ties and spirals, as shown on the drawings. Where cover is not shown on drawings provide minimum cover to NZS 3101: table 5.5, Minimum required cover. Fix chairs for top reinforcement in slabs at 1.0 metre centres or to ensure adequate support. Cover tolerances to NZS 3109: clause 3.9, Tolerances for reinforcement. CASTING IN Build in all grounds, bolts and fixings for wall plates and bracing elements, holding down bolts, pipes, sleeves and fixings as required by all trades and as shown on the drawings, prior to pouring the concrete.
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Do not use grounds exceeding 100 mm in length. Location and form of conduits to be approved in writing by the owner. Minimum cover 40 mm. Do not encase aluminium items in concrete. Do not paint steel embedded items more than 25 mm into the concrete encasement. Cut back form ties to specified cover and fill the cavities with mortar. Form all pockets, chases and flashing grooves as required by all trades and as shown on the drawings. Wrap all pipes embedded in concrete with tape to break the bond and to accommodate expansion. Do not embed pipes for conveying liquids exceeding a temperature of 50C in concrete. 3.12 CONSTRUCTION JOINTS Locate and construct as shown on the drawings or in accordance with NZS 3109: clause 5.6, 5.6.3 Type B. PRE-PLACEMENT INSPECTION Do not place concrete until all excavations, boxing and reinforcing have been inspected and passed by the territorial authority inspector. SURFACE FINISHES To NZS 3114: clause 105, Specification of finishes, as scheduled or as denoted on the drawings. CONCRETE SURFACE TOLERANCES To NZS 3114: clause 104, Surface tolerances and clause 105, Specification of finishes, with the suggested tolerances becoming the required tolerances. PUMPING CONCRETE Set up and supervise pump operation, placing and compaction of the mix to NZS 3109: clause 7.4, Handling and placing and clause 7.6, Compaction Advise the ready-mix supplier of the type of pump and the slump required, in addition to the concrete grade, strength and quantity. COMPACTION Use power operated vibrators on foundations, vertical constructions and beams. RESIDENTIAL FLOOR SLABS Construct to NZS 3604: clause 7.5, Concrete slab-on-ground floors in timber buildings. Lay to true and straight surfaces, screeded, floated and steel (manual or power) trowelled finish. Tolerance on flatness: maximum 3 mm gradual deviation over a 3 metre straightedge, to NZS 3109: clause 104, Surface tolerances. SAW CUTS Cut slabs where indicated on the drawings and as required to control shrinkage cracking. Carry out cutting as soon as possible, without causing tear-out of aggregate and before shrinkage cracking has occurred, generally within 24 hours of pouring. Where saw cuts are made, cut out 100 mm of every second wire of the mesh for a length of 50 mm each side of the saw cut position. Saw cuts: 1/3 slab depth or 30 mm minimum. SURFACE DEFECTS Make good surface defects immediately after forms are stripped. Make good hollows or bony areas with 1:2 mortar or plaster, finished to the same tolerances as the parent concrete. Fill any tie rod holes with 1:2 mortar. CURING OF CONCRETE Keep damp for not less than seven days. Ensure curing of slabs commences as soon as possible after final finishing, by the use of continuous water sprays, or ponding. Alternately, apply a curing membrane. Ensure any membrane used will not affect subsequent applied finishes.
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STRIKE FORMWORK Strike formwork without damaging or overloading structure. Do not remove formwork before the following minimum periods: 12 hours: 4 days: 10 days: 18 days: Sides of beams, walls and columns Slabs in beam and slab construction (leave props under slab spans over 2 metres) Props from under slab spans over 2 metres Beams, soffits and slab spans over 5 metres
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CLEAN OUT Clean out saw cuts. Fill with cement grout where the floor will be covered with carpet or vinyl. REMOVE Remove all unused materials and all concrete and reinforcing debris from the site.
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DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: AS/NZS 1748 AS/NZS 2269 AS/NZS 2918 NZS 3602 NZS 3603 NZS 3604 NZS 3606 NZS 3631 NZS 3640 Mechanically stress-graded timber Plywood - Structural Domestic solid fuel burning appliances - Installation Timber and wood-based products for use in building Timber structures standard Timber framed buildings Manufacturer of glue-laminated timber New Zealand national timber grading rules Chemical preservation of round and sawn timber
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BRANZ Bulletin 453: Fasteners selection
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DIMENSIONS All timber sizes except for battens are actual minimum dried sizes. PRODUCTS BUILDING WRAPS AND UNDERLAYS Refer to WALL CLADDING and THERMAL INSULATION for the supply of wall wraps, underlays and sheet insulation products. TIMBER FRAMING, TREATED Species, grade and in service moisture content to NZS 3602 and treatment to NZS 3640. Either mechanically stress graded to AS/NZS 1748, or visual grading to NZS 3631.
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Unless otherwise shown on the drawings, all timbers shall be as required by new Building Code requirements for timber treatment ( Refer to the Standards New Zealand document Timber Treatment Requirements : Notes for Builders) for extra requirements around critical areas:
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Building Element New Minimum Treatment Requirements H1 Roof Framing, trusses and ceiling joists. Untreated kiln dried radiata pine Interior wall framing Exterior wall framing in low risk, single storey Untreated Douglas fir masonry vineer buildings. Exterior wall framing and parapets in all but H1.2 low risk, masonry vineer buildings Enclosed framing within skillion roofs. (>10degrees pitch) H1.2 Subfloor framing Enclosed framing within flat roofs. H3.1 LSOP (or H3.2 CCA, ACQ, copper Napth. & copper (<10degrees pitch) azole) Framing for enclosed decks and balconies. Framing within enclosed balustrades. External exposed above ground structural H3.2 CCA, ACQ, copper Napth. & copper azole) timbers. H5 Piles and other structural in-ground material. Note: T1.2 Timber Saver can be used as an alternative solution. Ensure all suppliers instructions for handling, storage, and cutting are followed appropriate to its appraisal certificate.
2.3 TIMBER FRAMING, CHEMICAL FREE, MECHANICALLY STRESS GRADED Species, grade and moisture content in service as set out in NZS 3602. Machine stress graded to AS/NZS 1748, with an average moisture content at supply of 16% or less. LAMINATED TIMBER Radiata pine laminations to NZS 3606, table 1; treated as required by NZS 3602, to the requirements of NZS 3640, with special attention to Appendix B Specification advisory notes. Supply weather resistant sealed. TIMBER TRUSSES Moisture content: 16% at supply Exposed portions of the truss, or trusses of low pitch, treated as required by NZS 3602, to the requirements of NZS 3640, with special attention to Appendix B Specification advisory notes. DAMPPROOF COURSE 2-ply/3-ply kraft felt strip saturated and coated with bitumen. NAILS Steel, stainless steel and galvanized steel of pattern to suit the location and to BRANZ Bulletin 453 Fasteners selection. BOLTS AND SCREWS Steel, stainless steel and galvanized steel of pattern to suit the location and to BRANZ Bulletin 453 Fasteners selection. NAIL PLATES Stainless steel and/or galvanized steel toothed or nailed plates to the plate manufacturer's design for the particular locations as shown on the drawings. CONNECTORS Galvanized steel connectors and structural brackets to the connector manufacturer's design for particular locations shown on drawings. EXECUTION
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EXECUTION GENERALLY To NZS 3603 and NZS 3604 except as varied in this specification. Execution to include those methods, practices and processes contained in the unit standards for the National Certificate in Carpentry and the National Certificate in Joinery (cabinetry, exterior joinery, stairs). SEPARATION Separate all timber framing timbers from concrete, masonry and brick by: - a full length bituminous damp proof membrane overlapping timber by at least 6 mm; or - a 12 mm minimum free draining air space ATTENDANCE Provide and fix blocks, nogs, openings and other items as required by other trades. MOISTURE CONTENT Maximum allowable equilibrium moisture content (EMC) for non air-conditioned or centrally heated buildings for framing to which linings are attached. Framing at erection: 24% maximum Framing at enclosure: 20% maximum Framing at lining: 16% maximum Timber strip flooring: 10% at time of laying SET-OUT Set out framing in accordance with the requirements of NZS 3604 and as required to support sheet linings and claddings. FRAMING WALLS Frame to required loading and bracing complete with lintels, sills and nogs, all fabricated and fastened to NZS 3604, section 8, Walls. FRAMING ROOFS Frame to required loading and bracing complete with valley boards, ridge boards and purlins. Design and fit roof trusses complete with anchorage. All fabricated and fastened to NZS 3604, section 9, Posts and 10, Roof framing. FRAMING CEILINGS Frame to required loading and bracing complete with runners and battens set out to support ceiling lining. All fabricated and fastened to NZS 3604, section 13, Ceilings. Trim for openings in ceilings and hatches to NZS 2604 section 13.3, Openings in ceilings. INSTALLING WALL WRAPS, UNDERLAYS AND SHEET INSULATION PRODUCTS Refer to WALL CLADDING and THERMAL INSULATION for the installation of wall wraps, underlays and sheet insulation. If using Hardies RAB board as an air barrier then a building wrap is not required. INSTALL PROPRIETARY FIREPLACE Prepare for the installation as detailed and as required by the manufacturer. Install strictly in accordance with AS/NZS 2918 and the manufacturers stated and detailed requirements.
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DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: NZBC E2/AS1 External moisture 9.0 Wall claddings 9.1 General 9.4 Timber weatherboards 9.6 Profiled metal Finger jointed structural timber Cellulose-cement products, 2908.2 Flat sheets Timber and wood-based products for use in building Timber framed buildings Profiles of weatherboards fascia boards and flooring New Zealand national timber grading rules
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BRANZ Bulletin 304: Flashing design BRANZ Bulletin 465: Domestic flashing installation BRANZ Bulletin 407: Walls on exposed sites 1.2 PERFORMANCE Accept responsibility for the weathertight performance of the completed cladding system, including all penetrations. PRODUCTS BUILDING WRAPS AND UNDERLAYS Breather type, waterproof, to NZBC E2/AS1, table 23: Properties of roof underlays and building wraps. See drawings for acceptable wraps, particularly in gable areas behind a cavity when wraps should be capable of performing as an air barrier. EXTERIOR CAVITY WALL BATTENS Radiata pine battens, minimum 20 mm thickness, width and height to match timber framing studs. To NZS 3602, table 1, reference 1D.10. EXTERIOR CAVITY VERMIN-PROOFING Perforated uPVC, aluminium or stainless steel trays with upstands. Upstand one side 10 mm and the other 75 mm. Length and width to suit cavity. NAILS, SCREWS AND FASTENINGS Metal, size and pattern, to cladding manufacturers requirements and complying with the relevant aspects of NZS 3604, section 4: Durability. FLASHINGS Material, grade and colour as detailed and scheduled. Ensure that materials used for flashings are compatible with the window frame materials and fixings and cladding materials and fixings. EXECUTION MOISTURE CONTENT Maximum allowable moisture content to NZS 3602 for: Equilibrium moisture content (EMC) - Framing: 20% at closing in - Weatherboards: 14% at time of fixing - Exterior joinery and trim: 14%
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PENETRATIONS Confirm that exterior wall openings have been prepared ready for the installation of all window and door frames and other penetrations through the cladding. Required preparatory work includes the following: - wall cladding underlay/building wrap to openings finished and dressed off ready for the installation of window and door frames and other penetrations - claddings neatly finished off to all sides of openings - installation of flashings (those required to be installed prior to installation of penetrating elements). www.wanz.org.nz 3.5 INSTALL DRAINED CAVITY 20 mm minimum thickness drained cavity to NZBC E2/AS1: 9.0 Wall claddings, where required. Fix vertical cavity battens to wall framing studs. The battens are fixed by the cladding fixings which will penetrate the wall framing studs over the building wrap. Seal the top of the cavity and install vermin-proofing at base. Do not use horizontal cavity battens. Use cavity spacers where fixing is required between cavity battens. INSTALL FLASHINGS Install flashings, covers and soakers as detailed on the drawings and to BRANZ Bulletins 304 Flashing design and 465 Domestic flashing installation. USE OF SEALANTS Selection and use of sealants to follow BRANZ Bulletin 441 Sealed joints in external claddings - 2. Sealants. Where used as a secondary barrier, take special care to conform that substrates and sealants are compatible and include the roofing manufacturers details where available. Note also that silicone sealants tend to attract and hold dust & debris. COMPLETE Ensure the work is complete with all flashings, finishings and trim properly installed so the cladding system is completely weathertight. REPLACE Replace damaged or marked elements. Remove unused materials from the site.
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DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: NZBC B1/AS1 NZBC B1/AS3 AS/NZS 2699 AS/NZS 2918 NZS 3103 NZS 3117 NZS 3604 NZS 4210 AS/NZS 4455 Structure general, 2.0 Masonry Small chimneys Built in components for masonry construction 2699.1 Wall ties 2699.3 Lintels and shelf angles (durability requirements) Domestic solid fuel burning appliances - Installation Sands for mortars and plasters Specification for pigments for Portland cement and Portland cement products Timber framed buildings Masonry construction: Materials and workmanship Masonry units and segmental pavers
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BRANZ Bulletin 436: Masonry veneer construction 1.2 QUALIFICATIONS Bricklayers to be experienced, competent and familiar with the materials and the techniques specified. PRODUCTS BRICKS To AS/NZS 4455. LINTELS To AS/NZS 2699.3, NZS3604, and as detailed. VERMIN STOP Galvanized steel wire netting strip with reinforced edges and galvanized staples for fixing. DAMPPROOF MEMBRANE Heavy kraft strip laminates saturated and coated with bitumen, or bituminous brushapplied liquid membrane to suit location and detail. VENEER TIES To AS/NZS 2669.1, as modified by NZBC B1/AS1. SAND FOR MORTAR Sand to comply with NZS 3103. Chloride levels to not exceed 0.04% by dry weight of sand. MORTAR Composed of Portland cement, sand and water with an admixture to the provisions of NZS 4210, clause 2.2. Obtain written approval of admixture to be used. Also obtain written approval if intending to use cement mortar as a damp proof course and where, or if intending to use hydrated lime in the mortar. WATER Clean, fresh and free from excess alkali, salt, silt and organic materials. Water from a local authority water supply is acceptable. EXECUTION
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VENEER WORK To NZS 3604, section 11.7, NZS 4210, section 2.9 and BRANZ Bulletin 436. DETAILING Where not otherwise detailed on the drawings or covered in the documents listed, carry out veneer construction to the details required by BRANZ Bulletin 436. STORAGE Store bricks and other materials clear of the ground, under cover and well ventilated until placed in the work. LAY BRICKS To NZS 4210. Ensure bricks are dry when laid. Use bricks equally off all pallets as work proceeds. Distribute facing bricks of varying colour randomly throughout so no patches or striping appears. BOND Stretcher bond, single width unless detailed or stated otherwise. INSTALLING VENEER WALL TIES Fix to face of studs without otherwise piercing or damaging the building paper. Ties placed and spaced to NZS 4210, section 2.9.7, as modified by NZBC B1/AS1. Install to NZS 3604, clause 11.7.5.3. MORTAR To maximum practical density. Mortar fully laid, firmly placed, correctly cured and not retempered. Discard any mortar not used within 11/2 hours of mixing. Joint thickness: 10 mm 1 mm. RAKE OUT Rake out joints as work proceeds, for pointing as detailed. Maximum depth of rake. WEEPHOLES Weep holes to NZS 3604, clause 11.7.4.3 and to BRANZ Bulletin 436. CO-ORDINATE Co-ordinate the building-in of all exterior joinery and items required to be fitted as the work proceeds. Rake out for or build in flashings as required. KEEP CAVITY AND TIES CLEAR Keep cavity and ties clear of mortar droppings and clean the brickwork face of any marking as the work proceeds. Repair damage to building paper immediately it occurs. LIQUID DAMPPROOFING Apply bituminous brush-on liquid applied membrane as a primer and 2 coats, to drain water effectively out of the cavity. DAMP PROOF MEMBRANE Lay the bitumen laminate sheet, lapped and adhered, to drain water effectively out of the cavity. CLEAN DOWN Clean down brickwork to remove stains. Remove efflorescence with a stiff bristle broom, blot with a damp sponge and wash walls with a plentiful supply of clean water during fine weather. TAKE AWAY Remove from the site materials not used. SELECTIONS BRICKS Brand/type: 70 series Midland Render Brick with solid plaster over
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GENERAL DOCUMENTS REFERRED TO Documents referred to in this section are: Steel and Tube Roofing Products: Product Guide May 2003 Design Solutions NZ Steel: Installers Guide September 2003 Documents listed above and cited in the clauses that follow are part of this specification. However, this specification takes precedence in the event of it being at variance with the cited document.
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AVOID END LAPS End laps are not permitted, except where specifically detailed. FIXING GENERALLY Install and fix in accordance with NZ Steels Installers Guide and to Steel and Tube Roofing Products Product Guide. Use only screws as recommended by the cladding manufacturer. Ensure fastener layout is balanced to other architectural features. Paint colour matched fixings and accessories before installation. FIX UNDERLAY Run and fix underlays where specified, fixed in accordance with the underlay manufacturers requirements. PENETRATIONS Confirm that exterior wall openings have been prepared ready for the installation of all window and door frames and other penetrations through the cladding. Required preparatory work includes the following: - wall cladding underlay/building wrap to openings finished and dressed off ready for the installation of window and door frames and other penetrations - claddings neatly finished off to all sides of openings - installation of flashings (those required to be installed prior to installation of penetrating elements). MARKING AND CUTTING Cut only by shearing tools. Do not use black lead pencils for marking Zincalume , Colorsteel or Colorcote products. INSTALL SHEETS Fix sheets in place using the fastening system recommended by Steel and Tube Roofing Products, making due allowance for dynamic local wind pressures on the building and thermal movement in the sheet. INSTALL FLASHINGS AND CAPPINGS Flash neatly to all penetrations and openings through the cladding. Cap corners and edges to achieve a neat and tidy weatherproof finish. Unless otherwise detailed, flashing design and installation to Steel and Tube Roofing Design Solutions. Completion
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GENERAL This section deals with the supply and installation of profiled sheet roofing, complete with all roof underlays and accessories to create a watertight roof. It is not suitable for applications where safety mesh is required.
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ABBREVIATIONS The following abbreviations are used throughout this part of the specification: BMT Base metal thickness NZMRM New Zealand Metal Roofing Manufacturers Inc. QUALIFICATIONS Carry out roofing work using experienced, competent roofers familiar with the materials and techniques specified. WIND AND EARTHQUAKE LOADINGS Use fixings and methods capable of sustaining the loads appropriate to the area as set out in NZS 3604, section 5: Bracing design. CO-ORDINATE Co-ordinate to ensure substrate and preparatory work is complete and other work programmed in the order required for access and completion of the roof. PERFORMANCE Accept responsibility for the weather-tight performance of the completed roofing system, including all penetrations through the roof and junctions with walls and parapets. PRODUCTS PROFILED METAL ROOFING Steel sheet galvanized to NZS 3403, aluminium/zinc coated to AS 1397. Finish as specified. Accessories, cappings, flashings and fixings to match and to the roofing manufacturer's requirements. WIRE NETTING Galvanized hexagonal 75 mm mesh from 1 mm steel wire to AS/NZS 4534.
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UNDERLAY Breather type, waterproof. NAILS, SCREWS AND FASTENINGS Metal, size and pattern, to roofing manufacturers requirements and complying with the relevant aspects of NZS 3604, section 4: Durability. EXECUTION STORAGE Stack roofing and accessories on clean, level areas of the site and protect from damage and from weather until ready to fix in place. Avoid overloading roof structure when roofing materials are placed on the roof area prior to installation. SET-OUT Set out the planned layout before fixing commences, to ensure true lines and the correct relationship to module, grid and roof features. LAY ROOF UNDERLAY Lay and fix to NZBC E2/AS1: 8.1.5 Underlays, NZS 3604, section 11.2.2, Roof cladding underlays and the roofing manufacturer's requirements. LAY ROOFING, GENERALLY Take care to avoid damaging pre-finished roofing both during and after fixing. Wear only soft-soled shoes on the finished surface. CUT PROFILED METAL ROOFING Cut profiled metal roofing only with tools recommended by the roofing manufacturer. Fold ends and seal cut edges to the roofing manufacturer's requirements. INSTALL PROFILED METAL ROOFING Install profiled metal roofing and fix complete with all matching accessories, flashed to all roof features and penetrations; and in accordance with the requirements in the NZMRM NZ metal roofing and wall cladding code of practice. FIXINGS Refer to the roofing manufacturers literature for fixing details and to NZS 3604 for fixings durability requirements. INSTALL COVERS AND FLASHINGS Install and fix as detailed and to the roofing manufacturers details and to comply with NZBC E2/AS1: 4.0 Flashings, 5.0 Roof/wall junctions and 6.0 Parapets. PENETRATIONS Flash and overflash all penetrations through the roof. PENETRATIONS AND JUNCTIONS Check that adjoining walls and parapets are prepared ready for the installation of the roofing. Confirm that openings have been prepared ready for the installation of skylights and other penetrations through the roof. Required work includes the following: - underlay turned up at wall and parapet lines - underlay finished and dressed off to all openings, ready for the installation of skylights and other penetrations - roofing installation neatly finished to all sides of openings and to all wall and parapet junctions - installation of flashings (those required to be installed prior to installation of penetrating elements and/or wall linings). USE OF SEALANTS Select and use sealants only as recommended by the roofing manufacturer. Using sealants as a primary weathershield is not advisable. Where used as a secondary barrier, take special care to conform that substrates and sealants are compatible and include the
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RELATED SECTIONS Refer to 4601 GLAZING for glazing. DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: NZS 3604 AS 3715 WANZ WANZ WANZ WANZ Timber framed buildings Metal finishing - Thermoset powder coatings for architectural applications Aluminium Window Handbook Specification for powder coatings on architectural aluminium products Installation code for aluminium joinery products Window installation system: An Alternative Solution for the installation of Windows and doors
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BRANZ Bulletin 349: Finishes for aluminium 1.3 1.4 1.5 SUBMIT SAMPLE SECTIONS Submit full size section samples, with the selected finish of all profiles offered. QUALIFICATIONS Fabrication by a member of WANZ. PERFORMANCE The structural and weather-tight performance of the completed window installation, the glazing and infill panels is the responsibility of the window manufacturer. PRODUCTS WINDOW AND DOOR SECTIONS Form all aluminium members from extruded sections. Folded sections are restricted to flashings and concealed members only. FLASHINGS GENERALLY Material, grade and colour of head flashings to match the window frames. Ensure that materials used for head, jamb and sill flashings are compatible with the window frame materials and fixings and cladding materials. Components for direct fix systems 2.3 SILL PAN FLASHING - not applicable Flashing for direct fix claddings to collect and drain water that may penetrate through the window or door unit. Size to extend from the inner most point of the aluminium frame out over the external face of the cladding. Components for cavity systems 2.4 WANZ SUPPORT BAR Extruded aluminium support bar with built in drainage and ventilation to NZBC E2, to provide continuous support to the window unit. WANZ SUPPORT ANGLE Support angle for use with the sill pan for deeper claddings to transfer the weight of the window back to the frame. Components
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WINDOW HARDWARE Fasteners, stays, locks, vents and other hardware as scheduled. Refer to 4. SELECTIONS. Where hardware is not scheduled, use hardware from window manufacturers standard range. Key alike all lockable window hardware able to be keyed alike. DOOR HARDWARE Locks, bolts, door rollers, door restrictors, hinges and other hardware as scheduled. Refer to 4. SELECTIONS. Where hardware is not scheduled, use hardware from door manufacturers standard range. Key alike all door locks able to be keyed alike. SAFETY STAYS - not aplicable Stainless steel non releasable restrictors to limit window opening to NZBC F4/AS1, Table 2, Acceptable opening sizes for barriers. FABRICATION SEALANT To the window manufacturer's requirements. GLAZING TAPE AND GASKETS To the window manufacturer's requirements. FIXINGS Ensure all fixings and bracketing are compatible with aluminium. Do not use electroplated zinc fasteners or brass fastenings. Finishes
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PRODUCTS WIRE NETTING Galvanized hexagonal 50 mm mesh from 1 mm steel wire to AS/NZS 4534. BUILDING WRAPS AND UNDERLAYS Breather type, waterproof. GLASS FIBRE THERMAL INSULATING PADS Glass fibres bonded with a thermosetting resin to form a rectangular insulating pad. NAILS, NETTING AND PAPER Galvanized steel clouts, 25 mm gauge. NAILS, SUB-SHEATHING Galvanized 30 mm x 2.5 mm flat head nails to the board manufacturer's requirements. TAPES Proprietary plastic tape, stapled across framing to retain insulation in unlined wall and ceiling locations. ADHESIVE TAPE Pressure sensitive adhesive tape. EXECUTION STORAGE Accept materials undamaged and dry and store in a location that protects them from the weather and damage. Avoid distortion, stretching, puncturing and damage to edges of sheet materials. Do not use damaged sheets. HANDLING Wear protective clothing as necessary and when handling, avoid delamination or distortion of the rectangular form. Maintain full thickness unless compression is an installation system requirement. INSPECTION Before starting installation of blankets and pads, check that the location and framing are free from moisture, that the cavities are not interconnected and that mesh, building papers and vapour barriers are in place. INSTALL INSULATION Lay, install, fit and fix to NZBC H1/AS1: 2.0 and to the insulation manufacturers requirements. Install in housing to NZS 4218. LAY ROOF UNDERLAY Pre-cut underlay to required lengths. Lay horizontally starting at the gutter line with succeeding sheets in true alignment and lapping 150 mm. Carefully scribe around and fit neatly to all penetrations. Keep dry and clean until covered in.
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INSTALL WALL WRAP Fix horizontally to outside face of substrate in true alignment, with succeeding sheets overlapping 150 mm. Fix to the building paper manufacturer's requirements. Scribe neatly around penetrations and openings to leave no gaps. Keep clean, undamaged and without visible weather deterioration until closed in. www.wanz.org.nz 3.7 FIT GLASS FIBRE THERMAL INSULATING PADS Friction fit insulating pads in place to completely fill the whole of the cavities. Carefully scribe cut insulating pads slightly oversize to maintain friction fit to each other, to smaller spaces and around penetrations. Leave no gaps between, and maintain full thickness of the insulating pads over the whole of the installation. Do not cover vents and leave a 150 mm gap around recessed light fittings and metal flues. FIT GLASS FIBRE THERMAL INSULATING BLANKET Lay blanket in the same direction and over the mesh/vapour barrier, firmly butting edges together. Carefully scribe cut blanket to maintain firmly butted edges and ends. Maintain full thickness of the blanket over the whole installation except where detailed otherwise. CLEAN UP Clean up as the work proceeds, so no spare offcuts or any other matter or item remain behind claddings or linings. CHECK FOILS Ensure foils are dry, clean, bright, undamaged and free of debris before being covered. CHECK WRAPS AND UNDERLAYS Ensure these are dry, clean, undamaged and free of debris before being covered. LEAVE Leave work to the standard required by following procedures. REMOVE Remove debris, unused materials and elements from the site.
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FLASHINGS
GENERAL This section deals with the fabrication and installation of flashing systems not forming part of a proprietary system. Documents
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DOCUMENTS REFERRED TO Documents referred to in this section are: Code of practice NZBC NZBC AS/NZS 2728 NZ metal roof and wall cladding B2/AS1 Durability E2/AS1 External moisture Prefinished/prepainted sheet metal products for interior/exterior building applications Performance requirements AS 3566 Self-drilling screws for the building and construction industries General requirements and mechanical properties NZS 3604 Timber framed buildings Documents listed above and cited in the clauses that follow are part of this specification. However, this specification takes precedence in the event of it being at variance with the cited document. Requirements
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QUALIFICATIONS Work to be carried out by tradesmen experienced, competent and familiar with the materials and techniques specified. VERIFY DIMENSIONS Verify dimensions against site measurements prior to fabrication. Standards of performance
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DURABILITY REQUIREMENTS Design and install the flashings appropriate for the durability applications in accordance with NZBC B2/AS1. Clause.3.2 requires that all hidden elements have at least the same durability as that of the element that covers it. Refer to B2/AS1 Table 1: Durability Requirements of Nominated Building Elements and NZBC E2/AS1 Table 20 Material selection. COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS Each flashing material shall be selected in accordance with NZBC E2/AS1 Table 20 to minimise corrosion. Refer to either NZS 3604 Clause 4.2 or AS/NZS 2728 for the relevant exposure conditions. For compatibility of materials in contact and subject to runoff, refer to NZBC E2/AS1 table 21 and 22. DESIGN For flashings where there are no specific details or drawings, provide a full size mock up of the flashing to integrate components into the weathertight system. Co-ordinate with the trades affected by the installation. PRODUCTS FLASHING MATERIALS Acceptable materials for flashings are described in NZBC External Moisture E2/AS1 Clause 4.0. Material, grade and colour as detailed and scheduled. Ensure that materials used for flashings are compatible with the building and cladding materials and their fixings. Fabricate flashings from a ductile grade of metal designed for lateral strength by folding, stiffening or ribbing on external edges, having a maximum un-stiffened width of 300 mm.
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FIXINGS Rivets, screws, nails and cleats to be compatible with the materials being fastened. Fasteners complying with the corrosion requirements of AS 3566 are suitable for use with ZINCALUME steel products. Use only low carbon non-conductive sealing washers. JOINTS - SEALANTS Neutral curing silicone rubber sealant that is acetic acid free with low resistance to compression and be-able to withstand large temperature variations. Painted modified silicone sealants do not have the longevity of unmodified silicones but may be appropriate where painting over is required and the sealant is shaded from UV light. EXECUTION Conditions
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DELIVERY Keep flashings dry in transit. Take delivery of flashings in an undamaged condition. Reject all damaged materials. STORAGE Store materials and accessories on a level, firm base, in dry conditions, well ventilated, out of direct sunlight and completely protected from weather and damage. Ensure storage areas are away from current work areas. Cover to keep dry until fixed. HANDLING Avoid distortion and contact with potentially damaging surfaces/substances. Do not drag flashings across each other, or across other surfaces. Protect edges, corners and surfaces from damage. SUBSTRATE Do not commence work until the substrate is of the standard required by the installer for the specified flashings, level and in true alignment. PROTECT Protect surfaces, window and door joinery, and finishes already in place, from the possibility of damage during the installation process. CONFIRM LAYOUT Before commencing work confirm the proposed installation of the flashings and expansion joints and other visual considerations of the finished work. CO-ORDINATE INSTALLATION Co-ordinate installation of flashings with associated trades. Application
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Fix screws with the shank perpendicular to the surface of the flashing with the washer fitted firmly against the flashing. Screws to be compatible with the flashing material. Rivets blind or pop are to be sealed when used. Aluminium rivets are compatible with zinc or AZ coated steel. Monel and stainless steel rivets can be used to fix galvanized steel flashings. Minimum diameter of rivet to be used is 4.0 mm. Drill hole 1 mm larger than the rivet size. Seal head of rivet with neutral cured silicone. 3.10 JOINTING - SEALANTS Clean surfaces to be lapped using a solvent ensuring all traces of the solvent are removed with a clean rag. Apply sealant by gun in a continuous bead of approximately 5 mm diameter. Width of sealant when compressed should not exceed 25 mm. Sealant joints shall be mechanically fixed for strength. Refer to NZ Metal Roof and Wall Cladding Code of Practice for details. FINAL INSPECTION A final inspection by the installer to take place after completion of the flashing work. Any defects or subsequent damage to be made good. Completion 3.12 3.13 3.14 3.15 PROTECT Protect new work from damage. REPLACE Replace all damaged or marked elements. LEAVE Leave work to the standard required for following procedures. REMOVE Remove debris, unused materials and elements from the site.
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GIB PLASTERBOARD LININGS
www.gib.co.nz GENERAL Related work 1.1 RELATED SECTIONS Refer to GIB ULTRALINE PLUS LINING SYSTEM for GIB Ultraline PLUS plasterboard linings. Documents 1.2 DOCUMENTS REFERRED TO Documents referred to in this section are: AS/NZS 2588 AS/NZS 2589 AS/NZS 2753 NZS 3604 Gypsum plasterboard Gypsum linings - Application and finishing Adhesives-Mastic - For bonding gypsum plaster linings to wood or metal framing members Timber framed buildings
BRANZ technical paper P21: A wall bracing test and evaluation procedure Documents listed above and cited in the clauses that follow are part of this specification. However, this specification takes precedence in the event of it being at variance with the cited document. 1.3 ABBREVIATIONS The following abbreviations are used throughout this part of the specification: FRR Fire resistance rating IIC Impact insulation class NRC Noise reduction co-efficient STC Sound transmission class MANUFACTURERS DOCUMENTS Manufacturers and suppliers documents which refer to work in this section are: General: Sound: Wet areas: Bracing: Fire: Ceilings: Accessories: GIB Site Guide (May 2006) GIB Noise Control Systems (March 2006) GIB Sound Barrier Noise control system for Floors (July 2002) GIB Aqualine Wet Area Systems (October 2002 v2) GIB Bracing Systems (March 2006) GIB Fire Rated Systems (January 2006) Penetrations in GIB Fire Rated Systems (August 2003) GIB Residential Garage Boundary Walls (May 2006) GIB Rondo Metal Ceiling Batten Systems GIB-Cove GIB Goldline Tape-on Trims GIB UltraFlex high impact corner mould
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Copies of the above literature are available at Web: www.gib.co.nz Telephone: 0800 100 442 Requirements 1.5 INSTALLER WORK SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS GIB plasterboard fixers and plasterers to be experienced competent workers, familiar with GIB plasterboard lining systems installation and finishing techniques. Submit evidence of experience on request. For example: - National Certificate of Interior Systems; or
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- Contractor membership of the Association of Wall and Ceiling Industries New Zealand (AWCINZ) 1.6 NO SUBSTITUTIONS Substitutions are not permitted to any specified GIB systems, GIB system components, GIB plasterboard, associated GIB products or GIB accessories. Performance 1.7 INSPECTIONS AND ACCEPTANCE Allow for inspection of the finished plasterboard surface: - before applying sealer and - before applying finish coatings or decorative papers, so that after assessment of the type and/or angle of illumination and its effect on the completed decorative treatment, group approval and acceptance of the surface can be given. FIRE RATING REQUIREMENTS - not applicable Provide the GIB fire rated wall systems. Refer to SELECTIONS for system/FRR. SOUND INSULATION REQUIREMENTS - not applicable Provide wall and floor/ceiling systems. Refer to SELECTIONS for system/STC. Include for forming and treating of perimeters of openings and penetrations in the elements to ensure the specified performance. Ensure absence of adjoining flanking paths. BRACING REQUIREMENTS Provide braced wall systems using bracing rated plasterboard sheet to meet the requirements of NZS 3604 when tested to BRANZ technical Paper P21: A wall bracing test and evaluation procedure. Refer to drawings for location and type. PRODUCTS Materials 2.1 GIB PLASTERBOARD Gypsum plaster core encased in a face and backing paper formed for standard and water resistance use to AS/NZS 2588. Refer to SELECTIONS for location, type, thickness and finish. GIB Standard plasterboard GIB Ultraline high quality surface plasterboard GIB Fyreline fire resistant plasterboard GIB Braceline wall bracing plasterboard GIB Aqualine wet area plasterboard GIB Noiseline high density sound control plasterboard GIB Toughline Impact Resistant plasterboard GIB Sound Barrier Acoustic Overlay for Floors 2.2 CORNICE GIB-Cove plasterboard cornice. Refer to SELECTIONS for profile and size. Components 2.3 2.4 2.5 CEILING BATTENS GIB Rondo metal ceiling battens, batten joiners and perimeter channel. SCREWS GIB Grabber drywall screws. NAILS GIB Nails (gold passivated). Size: 30 mm, 40 mm
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ADHESIVE Timber frame: Timber frame LOSP treated: Steel frame: JOINTING COMPOUND Bedding compound: Finishing compound: Cove:
GIBFix Wood Bond wallboard adhesive. GIBFix All-Bond wallboard adhesive. GIBFix All-Bond wallboard adhesive. GIB Tradeset, GIB Lite Blue, GIB Promix All Purpose, GIB AquaMix, GIB Plus 4 GIB ProMix All Purpose GIB ProMix Lite, GIB All Purpose and GIB Plus 4, GIB Topcoat GIB-Cove Bond
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STORAGE Store GIB plasterboard sheets and accessories in dry conditions stored indoors out of direct sunlight in neat flat stacks on either an impervious plastic sheet or clear of the floor with no sagging and avoiding damage to ends, edges and surfaces. Reject damaged material. Refer to GIB Site Guide (May 2006). LEVELS OF PLASTERBOARD FINISH Provide the selected plasterboard surfaces to the pre decorative levels of finish specified in AS/NZS 2589. Refer to GIB Site Guide (May 2006). CONFIRM LEVELS OF PLASTERBOARD FINISH ACCEPTANCE Before commencing work, agree in writing upon the surface finish assessment procedure necessary to ensure that the levels of finish specified, along with the effect of the type and/or angle of illumination on them, are obtained and are acceptable. Do not apply decorative treatment until it is agreed in writing by the contractor, subcontractors and decorator that the required plasterboard level of finish has been achieved. Levels of plasterboard finish is a tool for specifying the required quality of finish when installing and flush stopping GIB plasterboard prior to the application of a range of decorative finishes under various lighting conditions. Refer to GIB Site Guide (May 2006).
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INSTALL CEILING BATTENS Install to GIB Rondo Ceiling Batten Systems. LINING WALLS AND CEILINGS GENERALLY Form to GIB Site Guide (May 2006). Ensure bulk insulation thickness shall not exceed that of the wall framing. BOARD ORIENTATION Horizontal board orientation is preferable to minimise stopping and for a better quality finish in critical light areas. Vertical boards can be used when they cover a single wall panel without joins. Some fire wall systems also require vertical orientation. FORM SOUND INSULATION SYSTEMS Form to GIB Noise Control Systems (March 2006). FORM WET AREA SYSTEMS Form to GIB Aqualine Wet Area Systems (October 2002 v2). FORM BRACING SYSTEMS Form to GIB Bracing Systems (March 2006). FORM FIRE RATED SYSTEMS Form to GIB Fire Rated Systems (January 2006) and Penetrations in GIB Fire Rated Systems (August 2003). FORM CONTROL JOINTS not applicable Form control joints to GIB Ultraline PLUS Lining System book (February 2006) and GIB Site Guide (May 2006) INSTALL COVES Install to GIB-Cove literature using GIB-Cove Bond. INSTALL TAPE-ON TRIMS Install to GIB Goldline Tape-on trims literature and/or GIB Ultraflex high impact corner mould literature. Finishing
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Plasterboard type / Lining requirements GIB Standard plasterboard GIB Aqualine plasterboard
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INTERIOR TIMBER DOORS AND WINDOWS

RELATED SECTIONS Refer to 4601 GLAZING for glazing DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: NZS 3602 NZS 3604 NZS 3610 Timber and wood-based products for use in building Timber framed buildings Profiles of mouldings and joinery
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PRODUCTS TIMBER To NZS 3602. PROFILES, FACINGS, SCRIBERS AND ARCHITRAVES Traditional profiles to NZS 3610. Proprietary profiles and special profiles as detailed. Pencil radius corners of profiled schedules for paint finish. INTERIOR DOORS, TIMBER VENEER Solid/hollow core doors as scheduled complete with matching 6 mm clashing strip to both sides and to the exposed edge of cavity slider doors. INTERIOR CAVITY SLIDER Solid/hollow core door hung within a proprietary cavity slider frame and complete with brand-matched sliding door gear. GLAZED DOORS Solid timber framed, stop end jointed and bead glazed. DOOR HINGES Size and gauge to carry door. 3 hinges per door. INTERIOR SLIDING DOOR GEAR To suit door/sash size and glazed weight and as detailed. EXECUTION SITE MEASURE Confirm framed openings on site for dimension, plumb and straightness prior to fabrication or ordering of timber joinery. Confirm lintel head and sill deflection for sliding or bi-fold door systems is within the manufacturers specified tolerances. Provide not less than 10 mm unless otherwise required. EXECUTION GENERALLY Manufacture to the methods, practices and processes contained in the unit standards for the National Certificate in Carpentry and the National Certificate in Joinery (cabinetry, exterior joinery, stairs). FACTORY FIT HARDWARE Factory fit the following where specified: - Hinges FACTORY FINISHING Before delivery to site: - Brace square and provide protection to assemblies during delivery to site. Where factory glazed, indicate the presence of transparent glasses with whiting, tape or signs compatible with the glass type.
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Internal doors 3.5 INTERNAL JOINERY FRAMES Fabricate as detailed. Wedge and rigidly fix in place without distortion, plumb, and true to line and face. Pre drill for fixings through frame. Countersink and plug frames scheduled for clear finish. INTERNAL DOOR FRAMES, SOLID REBATED Fabricate as detailed. Hang doors to operate freely on hinges, sliding, or bi-fold gear and to the door manufacturer's requirements. Pre drill for fixings through frame. Countersink and plug frames scheduled for clear finish. Fit hardware. INTERNAL DOOR LINERS Heads and jambs finished minimum 18 mm, with 10 mm planted door stops. Width to match width of lined walls. Hang doors on hinges, sliding, or sliding-folding gear to the door manufacturer's requirements and to operate freely. Countersink and plug frames scheduled for clear finish. Fit hardware. INTERNAL CAVITY SLIDERS Install in accordance with the door manufacturers requirements, allowing for removal of top trim for maintenance. Completion 3.9 3.10 CHECK Check and adjust operation of all sashes, doors, hardware and furniture. TEMPORARY PROTECTION On completion remove any temporary protection and leave ready for following work.
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TILING
DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: AS 2358 AS 3740 AS 3958 BS 6431 Adhesives - For fixing ceramic tiles Waterproofing of wet areas within residential buildings Ceramic tiles, 3958.1: Guide to the installation of ceramic tiles Ceramic floor and wall tiles
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BRANZ Good practice guide: Tiling 1.2 MANUFACTURERS DOCUMENTS Manufacturers and suppliers documents relating to work in this section are: Gib Aqualine Wet Area Systems James Hardie Villaboard Instalation Manual Copies of the above literature are available by phoning: 0800 100 442 www.gib.co.nz 0800 808 868 www.jameshardie.co.nz www.james 1.3 QUALIFICATIONS Carry out tiling work using competent tilers, experienced with the materials and techniques specified. ADHESIVES COMPATIBILITY Adhesives selected for use on proprietary substrates or waterproof membranes to have documented compatibility approval from the respective manufacturers. SAMPLES Submit samples of the tiles specified, sufficient to show the pattern and the range of colour finish. PRODUCTS TILES To BS 6431, parts 1 to 23 inclusive. Refer to 4. SELECTIONS. RIGID SHEET UNDERLAYS Refer to 3801 CARPENTRY. SHEET WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE Proprietary sheet waterproofing system. LIQUID WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE To AS 3740. UNDERTILE HEATING Proprietary electric undertile heating system complete with thermostat/controller. Refer to Fittings Notes. CEMENT BASED SCREED Mix of 3:1 Portland cement, wash-mix sand, gauged with liquid polymer additive to the tile manufacturer's requirements. TILE ADHESIVE To AS 2358.
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GROUT Cement based, compressible and to suit the particular location and use. MOVEMENT CONTROL JOINT SEALANT To BRANZ Good practice guide: Tiling, section 5.0. EXECUTION HANDLING AND STORAGE Take delivery of packets of tiles undamaged and dry. Handle tiles with care to avoid chipping, soiling and damage. Store on hard level standings in non-traffic, non work areas that are enclosed, clean and dry. CHECK TILES Check tiles to ensure that they are as specified, from the same batch, of a consistent colour and pattern and sufficient to complete the work. Reject tiles that vary widely in colour or pattern. Reject tiles that are damaged. CONFIRM LAYOUT Before commencing work confirm the proposed layout of tiles and expansion joints and other visual considerations of the finished work. SETTING OUT Before commencing the setting out confirm the number and location of cut tiles. Minimise in number with no cut tiles less than half size and only at the perimeter of the work. SUBSTRATE Ensure that all services and accessories are in place and located to suit the tile layout, with the substrate required for tiling work. Commencement of the work means the substrate and environment are accepted by the tile layer as satisfactory. TEMPERATURE Do not carry out tiling where the ambient temperature is below 5C, or onto a substrate with a temperature higher than 40C. TILING GENERALLY Prepare surfaces and carry out the tiling work in accordance with AS 3958, part 1, as modified by BRANZ Good practice guide: Tiling. NEW CONCRETE AND MASONRY WALLS PREPARATION Air dry concrete walls for 4 weeks before applying mortar or adhesive. Remove all contaminants affecting bonding or adhesion by steam cleaning. Surface to finish clean and dry, with a texture giving a complete key. EXISTING WALL SURFACES PREPARATION Remove all paint and other finishes sufficiently to obtain a key and prepare surface in accordance with the adhesive manufacturers requirements and with a maximum variation in background of 4 mm in 2 metres lineal. EXISTING SHEET WALL LININGS PREPARATION Remove all contaminants that may affect bonding or adhesion. Surface to finish clean and dry with a texture providing a complete key, to the sheet manufacturer's requirements and with a maximum variation in the background plane of 4 mm in 2 metres. Remove all paint and other finishes from existing sheet linings. Surface to finish clean and dry with a texture providing a complete key.
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Remove all existing finishes down to the concrete. If the exposed concrete finish is not suitable then scabble the surface to expose the coarse aggregate. 3.12 APPLYING LIQUID WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE Apply the selected liquid waterproof membrane system to the membrane manufacturer's requirements and in accordance with AS 3740 and to BRANZ Good tiling practice, 7.0 Waterproofing interior wet areas. INSTALL WATERPROOFING MEMBRANE Install waterproofing membrane between the tile adhesive and the substrate. Reinforce all junctions of the waterproofing membrane to BRANZ Good tiling practice; 7.0 Waterproofing interior wet areas. Unless otherwise specified or shown on the drawings, install waterproof membranes as follows: Unenclosed shower cubicle To 1800 mm above floor and 300 mm above shower rose. To at least 1500 mm from shower rose. To the floor within 1500mm of the shower rose. Bath with a shower over and no shower screen To 1500 mm from the shower rose and top edge. To 1800 mm above base of bath. To the floor within 1500mm of the shower rose. Bath with shower over and a screen for the shower To 1800 mm height around sides of bath. Bath To 150 mm minimum around the sides and along walls horizontally 150 mm minimum. Splashback to a vanity To 300 mm minimum up wall behind the vanity. To the floor level at least twice the width of the vanity and 500 mm min beyond it at each end. 3.14 INSTALL UNDERTILE HEATING Clean thoroughly and prepare as for tiling. Remove any paint overspray and plaster spills. Ensure that waterproofing has been completed. Install electric undertile heating system to manufacturers requirements with the element connected to a continuity tester during installation. Leave ready for tiling and connection to the electrical system. LAYING CEMENT SCREED Apply a proprietary cement slurry bond coat over the whole of the floor to the tile manufacturer's requirements. Mix and place a 40 mm thick mortar bed over the bond coat and firmly tamp, screed and compact to the required level. Form screeds with a deviation from plane of not more than 5 mm over 3 metres. In waterproofed areas where the cement screed has been laid over the waterproofing membrane, prepare the screed surface by applying a further waterproof coating before laying tiles. 3.16 FALLS Form screeds in areas where water is used in significant amounts with a deviation from plane of not more than 5 mm over 3 metres. Unless otherwise specified form screeds with the following falls: 1 : 40 minimum 1 : 40 minimum 1 : 40 minimum 1 : 40 1 : 50 minimum For tiled decks which also act as a roof For paving over ground For shower bases For shower bases for people with disabilities For commercial kitchens
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TILE FIXING GENERALLY Apply adhesive, prepare and fix tiles by the method required by the adhesive manufacturer and tap them firmly into place. TILE FIXING, CONCRETE, CEMENT-BASED ADHESIVE, THICK BED Apply and float thick bed cement-based adhesive to a maximum 6 mm bed thickness to the tile manufacturer's requirements. Rib surface with a notched trowel, press tiles and beat it into place with 3 mm joints, and to obtain required coverage of adhesive on the back of each tile. TILE FIXING, CONCRETE, CEMENT-BASED ADHESIVE, THIN BED Apply and float thin bed cement-based adhesive to a minimum 3 mm bed thickness to the tile manufacturer's requirements. Rib surface with a notched trowel, press tiles and beat it into place with 3 mm joints, and to obtain required coverage of adhesive on the back of each tile. TILE FIXING, RIGID SHEET LININGS Refer to 3801 CARPENTRY for the installation of rigid sheet linings. Prime the surface after the curing of any waterproof membrane. Spread adhesive to a uniform minimum thickness of 3 mm and rib it with a notched trowel to the tile manufacturer's requirements. Press tiles and beat it into place to obtain the required coverage by adhesive on the back of each tile.
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RESENE PAINTING
This painting specification is written based on information available at the time of writing. This painting specification assumes that the applicator has the necessary skill, experience and equipment to undertake the work. The applicator remains responsible for ensuring proper completion of the work. If in the applicators own expertise and judgement an amendment to this specification is required, or where a substrate preparation, or required painting system is not covered in this specification, this shall be brought to the attention of the principal and any amendment agreed before work proceeds any further.
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GENERAL DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: Health and Safety in Employment Act 1992 Manufacturers and suppliers documents relating to work in this section are: Resene One-Line Specifications and Product Data Manual (hardcopy or at www.resene.co.nz) www.resene.co.nz Resene Putting Your Safety First Copies of the above literature are available by phoning 0800 RESENE (0800 737 363)
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CONTROL SAMPLES Prepare samples of the finished work as scheduled, including preparation and colour as specified. Obtain approval of the appearance before proceeding. Refer to 4. SELECTIONS. PRODUCTS PAINT TYPES All paint coatings to be Resene products (which are guaranteed for consistency and performance under ISO 9001 and APAS) prepared, mixed and applied as directed in the One-Line Specifications and Product Data Manual. GAP FILLERS Use suitable gap fillers to match the surface being prepared. Any special primers required of the fillers must be satisfied. Refer to Resene surface preparation sheets in the One-Line Specifications and Product Data Manual. EXECUTION
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INSPECT Inspect all surfaces to be painted and report any that will not, after the preparation as laid down in the Resene surface preparation sheets; allow work of the required standard. PROTECT Cover up all adjoining surfaces and areas liable to damage or over-painting. REMOVE HARDWARE Remove hardware and door/window furniture and replace on completion. Do not paint over permanently attached hinges, or any hardware items which cannot be removed. Refer to 4. SELECTIONS. PRIMING AND SEALING Ensure that all priming and sealing work necessary before or during construction is carried out when required. ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS Carry out work within acceptable temperature and humidity limits, with timber dry, all to the requirements of Resene. SELECTIONS Confirm all selections, colours and finishes for both paint and wallpaper with the owner, before commencing work. LEAD-BASED PAINT, ASBESTOS Lead-based paint and asbestos, if present: handle as outlined in the preamble to the Resene One-Line Specifications and Product Data Manual. SHARP EDGES, CRACKS AND HOLES Sharp edges, cracks and holes if present: remove and/or repair as outlined in the preamble to the Resene One-Line Specifications and Product Data Manual. PREPARE ALL SURFACES Prepare all surfaces to be coated to the requirements of the Resene surface preparation sheets. Use suitable gap fillers to match the surface being prepared. Any special primers required of the fillers must be satisfied. Refer to Resene surface preparation sheets. APPLICATION Apply paint by brush and/or roller to the requirements of Resene to obtain a smooth, even coating of the specified thickness, uniform gloss and colour. Do not spray on site without express permission. RESENE SPECIFICATIONS Refer to the Resene One-Line Specifications and Product Data Manual for surface preparation, coating sequence and application requirements as they apply to each system. Correct defective work immediately, with any recoating following the systems requirements. SCUFF BETWEEN COATS Between all coats remove any dust pick-up, protruding fibres and coarse particles. FINISHED PAINT SURFACES All finished paint surfaces to show uniformity of gloss and colour, to have the correct thickness for each coat, and freedom from painting defects such as tackiness and conspicuous brush marks. Finished work to be clean and free of any disfigurement. CLEAN Clean adjoining surfaces, glass and fittings of any paint contamination. REPLACE Replace hardware without damage to the hardware or the adjoining surfaces.
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HOT AND COLD WATER SYSTEM
GENERAL This section relates to potable water supply connection to the project, and the installation of hot and cold water supply pipework, hot water cylinders and isolation valves.
Related work 1.1 RELATED SECTIONS Refer to SANITARY FIXTURES, TAPWARE AND ACCESSORIES for sanitary fixtures and tapware selections. DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: NZBC B2/AS1 Durability NZBC G12/VM1 Water supplies NZBC G12/AS1 Water supplies NZBC H1/AS1 Energy Efficiency AS/NZS 2642.2 Polybutylene pipe fittings Polybutylene pipe systems - Polybutylene (PB) pipe for hot and cold water applications AS/NZS 2642.3 Polybutylene pipe systems - Mechanical jointing fittings for use with polybutylene pipes for hot and cold water applications AS 2492 Cross Linked Polyethylene (PE-X) pipe for hot and cold water applications AS/NZS 2537 Mechanical joining fittings for use with cross-linked Polyethylene (PE-X) fittings for hot and cold water applications AS/NZS 3500.5 National plumbing and drainage Domestic installations NZS 3501 Specification for copper tubes for water, gas and sanitation NZS 4305 Energy efficiency domestic type hot water systems NZS 4602 Low pressure copper thermal storage electric water heaters NZS 4606.3 Storage water heaters - Specific requirements for water heaters with composite shells NZS 4607 Installation of thermal storage electric water heaters: valve-vented systems NZS 4617 Tempering (3-port mixing) valves DIN 8077 Polypropylene (PP-R) Pipe dimensions DIN 8078 Polypropylene (PP-R) Pipes Types 1, 2 & 3, General Quality Requirements and Testing. Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Act 1976
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Refer to the PRELIMINARIES AND GENERAL section for the required form of warranty agreement and details of when completed warranty must be submitted.
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PRODUCTS COPPER PIPE To NZS 3501 complete with copper-alloy compression fittings or crox type joints and seal ring compression joints complete with fittings and accessories brand matched to the pipe manufacturer's requirements with durability to NZBC/AS1 Durability, Table 1 and NZBC G12/AS1 Water supplies Table 1. uPVC PIPE Complete with fittings and accessories brand matched to the pipe manufacturer's requirements with durability to NZBC B2/AS1 Durability, Table 1 and NZBC G12/AS1 Water supplies Table 1. POLYBUTYLENE PIPE Polybutylene tubing to AS/NZS 2642.1, AS/NZS 2642.2 and AS/NZS 2642.3 complete with fittings and accessories brand-matched with durability to NZBC B2/AS1 Durability, table 1 and NZBC G12/AS1 Water supplies table1. POLYETHYLENE PIPE To AS/NZS 4130 Series 1 complete with fittings and accessories brand matched to the pipe manufacturer's requirements with durability to NZBC B2/AS1 Durability, table 1 and NZBC G12/AS1 Water supplies table1. POLYPROPYLENE RANDOM WATER PIPE Polypropylene pipes to DIN 8077 and DIN 8078 complete with fusion welded fittings and accessories brand-matched to the pipe manufacturer's requirements with durability to NZBC B2/AS1 Durability, table 1 and NZBC G12/VM1. CROSS LINKED POLYETHYLENE PIPE Cross Linked Polyethylene Pipe to AS 2492 and fittings to AS2537 with a minimum pressure capability of 1200 kPa complete with fittings and accessories brand matched to the pipe manufacturer's requirements with durability to NZBC B2/AS1 Durability, table 1 and NZBC G12/VM1. WATER METER To the requirements of the network utility operator. VALVES Pressure reducing or limiting valve, filter, non-return valve, cold water expansion valve, pressure relief or temperature valve, pressure relief valve and isolating valves to NZBC G12/AS1: Water supplies. TEMPERING VALVE Tempering valve to NZS 4617 to NZBC G12/AS1: Water supplies. TANKS Pre-formed black polyethylene or stainless steel tank, complete with access opening and lid and overflow tray. Materials - hot water heating appliances
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PROTECTIVE TAPE Plasticised PVC tape system with primer, mastic fixing and outer coating. EXECUTION HANDLE AND STORE Handle and store pipes, fittings and accessories to avoid damage. Store on site, under cover on a clean level area, stacked to eliminate movement and away from work in progress. Store tapware in a shelved, dry and securely locked area. Retain tapware in the manufacturer's original packaging, complete with all fixings and installation instructions. Label each unit separately with its space/fixture number to match.
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EXECUTION GENERALLY Generally carry out the whole of this work and tests to NZBC G12/VM1 or G12/AS1: Water supplies. CORE HOLES AND SLEEVES Review location and fit core holes and sleeves as needed throughout the structure in conjunction with the boxing, reinforcing and placing of concrete. Strip core holes and make good after installation of pipework. CONCEAL Conceal pipework within the fabric of the building unless detailed otherwise. Satin finish chrome plate exposed work, complete with matching ferrule at the surface penetration. CORROSION Separate all metals subject to electrolytic action from each other and from treated timber, concrete and other lime substances by space, painting of surfaces, taping, or separator strips. THERMAL MOVEMENT Accommodate movement in pipes resulting from temperature change by the layout of the pipe runs, by expansion joints and by sleeving through penetrations. PIPE SIZE Flow rates to each outlet to be no less than those given in NZBC G12/VM1 or G12/AS1: Water supplies, table 3, Acceptable flow rates to sanitary fixtures. Pipe size as determined in table 4, Tempering valve and nominal pipe diameters. ELECTROLYTIC ACTION Avoid electrolytic action by eliminating contact or continuity of water between dissimilar metals. EXCAVATE Excavate for the water main to a firm, even trench base in straight runs. Allow to backfill. Application - jointing
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INSTALLING HOT WATER PIPE INSULATION Insulate all hot water pipes to NZBC H1/AS1 Energy Efficiency, AS/NZS 3500.5, 3.11.7 Insulation of piping and to the insulation manufacturers instructions. Cut insulation sections tight between timber framing and tight between the webs of steel studs. INSTALL ELECTRIC HOT WATER CYLINDERS AND BOILING CYLINDERS Install where shown complete with all the necessary fittings to the cylinder manufacturer's requirements and in accordance with NZBC G12/AS1: 6.10. Valve-vented systems to NZS 4607. INSTALL GAS HOT WATER HEATER, CONTINUOUS FLOW TYPE Install where shown complete with all the necessary fittings to the cylinder manufacturer's requirements and in accordance with NZBC G12/AS1: 6.10. Install flue in accordance with the manufacturers details and requirements. INSTALL HOT WATER CYLINDER OVERFLOW TRAY Install drained overflow tray to hot water cylinder to NZBC G12/AS1: Energy Efficiency.
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SOLAR WATER HEATING SYSTEM
GENERAL This section relates to solar water heating systems installed onto a building roof. RELATED WORK Refer to HOT AND COLD WATER SYSTEM for hot and cold water piping, and hot water cylinders. Building code compliance
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Storage water heaters - Daily energy consumption calculations for electric types Requirements 1.5 QUALIFICATIONS Work to be carried out by a specialist solar water heating installer or by a registered plumber for the installation of the solar hot water system. ON GOING MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS AND OWNERS GUIDE Provide details of the manufacturers ongoing maintenance instructions and owners guide to satisfy the performance requirements of AS/NZS 3500.4.12 Operation and maintenance. Provide a copy to the home owner at the completion of the contract. Warranties 1.7 WARRANTY - MANUFACTURER Warrant this part of the work under normal environmental and use conditions against failure of materials and execution: Materials: 2 years from date of commissioning of the installation. Execution: 2 years from date of commissioning of the installation.
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Performance 1.8 PRODUCER STATEMENT - INSTALLATION Provide a producer statement from the accredited installer in the form acceptable to the Building Consent Authority. The Producer Statement must verify that the installation complies with the AS/NZS 3500.4 Plumbing and drainage Heated water services, naming the installer and the person responsible for verification of the installation and for the post installation tests. MANUFACTURERS INSPECTIONS Permit the manufacturers representative to inspect the work in progress by the accredited installer. PRODUCTS Materials EVACUATED - TUBE COLLECTOR Parallel rows of sealed transparent glass tubes surrounding a tubular absorber and connected to a heat exchanger manifold at the top of the tube array. Manufacturer the solar water heating systems and components to AS/NZS 2712 Solar and heat pump water heaters Design and construction. Components 2.2 PIPEWORK Copper tubing, cross-linked polyethylene pipe, polybutylene pipe (PE-x) or polypropylene random copolymer (PP-r), each used within the temperature / pressure / service life relationship, performance limitations as recommended by the manufacturer, for this application. TEMPERING VALVE Tempering valve to comply with NZS 4617 Tempering (3-port mixing) valve and NZBC G12 AS/1.5 Water supplies table 4 and figure 5, and AS/1.6.4 Temperature control devices. CIRCULATING PUMP Electrical circulating pump complete with pressure switch, electrical connections and fittings. TEMPERATURE CONTROL PANEL Proprietary control panel with temperature sensors to automatically control the use of the circulating pump. TIME CLOCK Proprietary time clock suitable to automatically control the use of the electric booster to the water storage cylinder. EXECUTION Conditions 3.1 DELIVERY Take delivery of the solar water heating system and all accessories. Reject any damaged components. STORAGE Store materials and accessories on a level, firm base, in dry conditions, out of direct sunlight and completely protected from weather and damage. Ensure storage areas are away from current work areas. Cover to keep dry until installed.
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GAS SYSTEM
GENERAL This section relates to the fabrication, installation and operation of piping systems and appliances for low pressure natural gas. The section also includes the supply of gas appliances, except for gas water heaters supplied under WATER SYSTEM. DOCUMENTS REFERRED TO Documents referred to in this section are: NZBC G10/AS1 Piped services (Gas) NZBC G11/AS1 Gas as an energy source NZS 5258 Gas distribution NZS 5261 Gas Installation AS/NZS 4129 Fittings for polyethylene pipes for pressure applications AS/NZS 4130 Polyethylene (PE) pipes for pressure applications - Dimensions for series 2 pipes gas (nominal outside diameter series) AS/NZS 4130 Polyethylene (PE) pipes for pressure applications - Dimensions for series 3 pipes gas (nominal inside diameter series) AS 5601 Gas Installations AS 4176 Polyethylene/aluminium and cross linked polyethylene/aluminium macrocomposite pipe systems for pressure applications Electricity Regulations 1997 Gas Regulations 1993 Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Act 1976 REGULATIONS Comply with the Gas Regulations, Electricity Regulations and other network utility operators requirements. Give notices for inspections and carry out tests as required. PRIMARY CONNECTION Include for the cost of the primary gas connection, complete with excavation and backfilling. QUALIFICATIONS Gasfitters to be experienced competent craftsman gasfitters, or registered gasfitters working under the direction of a craftsman gasfitter, familiar with the materials and techniques specified. AS-BUILT PLANS Supply a 1:100 scale as-built plan of gas pipe runs, sizes, componentry and fittings at completion of the installation. PIPING DESIGN Design the piping system with pipe sizes to give a minimum pressure at any appliance inlet of 1.13 kPa for natural gas, when all appliances are in use; and with a maximum design pressure drop from meter outlet to any appliance of 80 Pa. All to NZS 5261 and AS 5601. PRESSURE TEST Pressure test the system for leakage to NZS 5261 before pipework is concealed by linings. FINAL INSPECTION AND TEST Submit the work for inspection and test and prove to the satisfaction of the gas retailer that the installation complies with all Acts and Regulations and has been tested for leakage and proved to be sound. CERTIFICATION CERTIFICATE Provide a Gasfitting Certification Certificate as required by Regulation 24 of the Gas Regulations 1993.
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PRODUCTS PIPEWORK GENERAL Pipework requirements to NZS 5261, NZS 5261 Table 24 - Gas Pipework and AS 5601 Table 3.1 Consumer piping materials and duty limits. COPPER PIPE Complete with fittings to NZS 5261. MACROCOMPOSITE PIPE Polyethylene/aluminium and cross linked polyethylene/aluminium macrocomposite pipe systems for pressure applications to AS 4176. POLYETHYLENE PIPE Polyethylene pipes to AS/NZS 4130 Series two, or AS/NZS 4130 Series three. Fittings to AS/NZS 4129. ISOLATING VALVES Manual shut-off valves to NZS 5261. METER Primary meter to suit design load, supply pressure and pressure drop, supplied and installed by the network utility operator. EXECUTION GENERALLY Carry out the whole of this work to the requirements of NZBC G10/AS1: Piped services (Gas); NZBC G11/AS1: Gas as an energy source and NZS 5261. ARRANGE FOR MAINS CONNECTION Arrange for the network utility operator to connect their distribution system to the primary meter, to NZS 5258. METER INSTALLATION Check the location of the meter enclosure with the owner. Recess or conceal as detailed. The metal frame of the meter acts as a thermal bridge. This may be overcome with the addition of 12 mm bitumen coated softboard of EPS installed to the back of the meter prior to installation. Advise the network utility operator or their agent of the location for the meter. Not all network utility operators install gas meters. Meters are owned by retailers or meter lease companies and installed by them or their agent. INSTALL PIPING Run the system, completely concealed, in the most suitable type of pipe for each part of the installation, bent, supported, jointed and complete with all fittings to NZS 5261. Confirm the type of pipe and its location. Label pipework to distinguish it from other services. INSTALL GAS APPLIANCES Fit and connect the gas appliances to NZS 5261, complete with isolation valves and flues where required and to the appliance manufacturer's requirements. CONNECT GAS HOT WATER HEATERS Connect gas hot water heaters supplied and fitted under HOT AND COLD WATER SYSTEM or by gas fitter, to NZBC G10/AS1; G11/AS1; NZBC G12/AS1 and to NZS 5261 and the water heater manufacturer's requirements. REPLACE Replace damaged, cracked or marked components. LEAVE Leave the installation including appliances clean and in full working order.
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DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: AS 1397 Steel sheet and strip - hot-dipped, zinc-coated or aluminium/zinccoated
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BRANZ Bulletin 304: Flashing design. BRANZ Bulletin 465: Domestic flashing installation. 1.3 QUALIFICATIONS Workers to be either competent craftsman plumbers, or registered plumbers working under the direction of a craftsman plumber, or roofers, familiar with the materials and techniques specified. PRODUCTS Copper 2.1 2.2 2.3 COPPER SHEET 0.50 mm copper sheet. COPPER SPOUTING Quarter-round 125 mm. COPPER DOWNPIPES Seam jointed and complete with stand-off copper brackets and brass screws. General 2.4 2.5 RAINWATER HEADS, DROPPERS, OVERFLOWS Fabricate and install as detailed. FLASHINGS GENERALLY 0.55 mm sheet steel galvanized to AS 1397, aluminium/zinc coated to AS 1397, 1.8 mm (20 kg/m2) copperised pure lead, 0.5 mm half hard copper sheet, or proprietary rubberised perforated aluminium strip, all to location, compatibility and design requirements of BRANZ Bulletin 304 Flashing design. DOMES Wire mesh in round form with legs to clip inside the outlet opening to the downpipe. EXECUTION ELECTROLYTIC ACTION Avoid electrolytic action by eliminating contact or continuity of water between dissimilar metals. Check compatibility of metals used for rainwater goods, against the materials used for roofing and flashings. Notify any incompatibility to the owner and obtain written approval for amendments to selections. 3.2 LIAISON Ensure liaison with associated installations to confirm material selections are compatible and required flashing work is completed.
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INSTALLATION GENERALLY Install and fix spouting and downpipes to the manufacturers requirements. Install system to properly drain water from the roof area and so that water will not enter the building under overflow conditions. Galvanized steel
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FLASHINGS Scribe fit, fold, lap, seam, or run solder as required by the metal, to flash all roof penetrations, roofing and exterior joinery to prevent weather penetration. Except at expansion joints, provide 2 rows of rivets to overlapping sheet joints. Install and fix flashings and flashing joints to the criteria stated in BRANZ Bulletins 304 Flashing design and 465 Domestic flashing installation. INSTALL DOMES Install wire mesh domes at the top of downpipes. INSTALL SPOUTING MESH Install mesh into spoutings, strictly in accordance with the mesh manufacturers requirements. LEAVE Leave rainwater services in proper working order and all flashing work completed to keep the building weathertight. CLEAN UP Wash out gutter daily and on completion to remove swarf. Take away from the site unused materials and elements.
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SANITARY PLUMBING
GENERAL This section relates to above ground gravity flow sanitary plumbing.
Related work 1.1 RELATED SECTIONS Refer to SANITARY FIXTURES, TAPWARE AND ACCESSORIES for sanitary fixtures tapware and accessories. DOCUMENTS Documents referred to in this section are: NZBC G12/AS1 Water supplies NZBC G13/AS1 Foul water - sanitary plumbing AS 2887 Plastic waste fittings AS/NZS 1260 PVC pipes and fittings for drain, waste and vent applications AS/NZS 2032 Installation of PVC pipe systems BS 1224 Electroplated coatings of nickel and chromium Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Act 1976 QUALIFICATIONS Carry out work by or under the direct supervision of a person registered under the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Act 1976. PRODUCTS uPVC WASTE, DISCHARGE AND VENT PIPES uPVC pipe to AS/NZS 1260 complete with fittings brand-matched to the pipe manufacturer's requirements. EXPOSED PIPES AND TRAPS Chrome plate on copper pipes and associated copper and brass fittings. White polybutylene or PVC, including all associated fittings. EXECUTION EXECUTION GENERALLY Carry out this work and complete all tests to AS/NZS 3500.2. Carry out this work and complete all tests to NZBC G1/AS1: 2.0, 3.0 and G13/AS1. ELECTROLYTIC ACTION Avoid electrolytic action by eliminating actual contact or continuity of water between dissimilar metals. INSTALL TRAPS, WASTE AND VENT PIPES Connect waste outlets to traps and run waste pipes and back vents concealed, sized and fixed to AS/NZS 3500.2 /NZBC G13/AS1. Discharge wastes into the drainage system stack, soil pipe, or gully trap as shown. Bird proof mesh to all roof vents and vermin proof mesh to all untrapped waste pipes. INSTALL ELECTRIC PAN VENTS Install electric pan vents to manufacturers requirements. Leave ready for electrical connection by electrician. PENETRATIONS At penetrations through constructions provide and fit collars and escutcheon plates to match pipework.
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DRAINAGE
GENERAL This section relates to the supply and laying of gravity foul water, stormwater and field drains.
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DOCUMENTS REFERRED TO Documents referred to in this section are: NZBC B1/AS1 Structure general, 6.0 Drains NZBC E1/AS1 Surface water 3.0 Drainage system materials and construction NZBC G13/AS2 Foul Water drainage AS/NZS 1254 PVC pipes and fittings for storm and surface water applications AS/NZS 1260 PVC pipes and fittings for drain, waste and vent applications AS/NZS 1546.1 On-site domestic wastewater treatment units - Septic tanks AS/NZS 1547 On site domestic wastewater management AS/NZS 2032 Installation of PVC pipe systems AS/NZS 2033 Installation of Polyethylene pipe systems AS/NZS 2566.1 Buried Flexible Pipelines - Structural Design AS/NZS 2566.2 Buried Flexible Pipelines - Installation AS/NZS 3500.2 Plumbing and drainage - Sanitary plumbing and drainage AS/NZS 3500.3 Plumbing and drainage - Stormwater drainage AS/NZS 4671 Steel reinforcing materials AS/NZS 5065 Polyethylene and polypropylene pipes and fittings for drainage and sewerage applications NZS 3107 Precast concrete drainage and pressure pipes NZS 3104 Specification for concrete production Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Act 1976 AS-BUILT DRAWINGS Supply a 1:100 scale as-built drawing of drains and fittings to the territorial authority and to the owner on completion. QUALIFICATIONS Drainlayers to hold a current licence within the terms of the Plumbers Gasfitters & Drainlayers Act 1976 and be experienced, competent and familiar with the materials and techniques specified. PRODUCTS CONCRETE 17.5 MPa prescribed mix to NZS 3104. REINFORCEMENT Plain round and/or deformed steel bars, Grade 300 to AS/NZS 4671. uPVC PIPES uPVC Pipes bends, junctions, fittings and joints to AS/NZS 1254 and AS/NZS 1260. POLYETHYLENE PIPES Polyethylene pipes and fittings to AS/NZS 5065. FIELD DRAINS Plastic piping for field drains perforated (straight sections or coiled) with filter fabric to prevent silting of the pipe. GULLY TRAPS To NZBC G13/AS2: 3.3 Gully traps, complete with grating.
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SURFACE WATER SUMP GRATINGS Cast iron frame with lift-up grating. STRIP DRAIN CHANNEL Proprietary, modular, variable invert, PVC or precast concrete drainage channel sections and drainage sump, embedded in site concrete and fitted with selected metal gratings. INSPECTION COVERS Cast iron frame with screw-down cover. DRAINAGE AND FILLING MATERIALS Granular: Clean gravel or crushed stone or a blend of these. Particle size from minimum 7 mm to maximum 20 mm. Selected: Fine grain soil or granular material suitable for bedding; excluding topsoil. Ordinary: Top soil or other excavated materials. SEPTIC TANKS not applicable here (use existing system) Cylindrical or rectangular septic tanks to AS/NZS 1546.1 made of pre-cast concrete 30 MPa with steel bar reinforcement, or cylindrical septic tanks to AS/NZS 1546.1 made of pre-cast concrete 35 MPa with steel fibre reinforcement, or cylindrical septic tanks, material to approval, all other requirements to AS/NZS 1546.1 made of ribbed polyethylene. EXECUTION EXCAVATE Excavate for drains to a firm even base with correct gradients set in straight runs. MANUFACTURERS REQUIREMENTS All drainage installations to the pipe and fitting manufacturer's requirements. DRAINAGE GENERALLY Carry out drainage work and tests to AS/NZS 3500.2 (sanitary drainage) AS/NZS 3500.3 (stormwater drainage) as modified by NZBC B1/AS1: 6.0. Lay uPVC pipe systems to relevant sections of AS/NZS 2032, NZS 2566.1 and AS/NZS 2566.2. Lay polyethylene pipes and fittings to relevant sections of AS/NZS 2033 and NZS 2566.1. LAY FOUL WATER DRAINS Lay drains in straight runs to correct gradients, to discharge into the network utility operators sewer. Set inspection fittings on a concrete base. INSTALL GULLY TRAPS Set on concrete 50 mm above the surrounding ground or paving and brought up to protect the top of the fitting. Trowel off. LAY STORMWATER DRAINS Confirm the required location of downpipes and finished ground levels before commencing pipework. Set downpipe bends in concrete with the concrete brought up to protect the top of the bend from damage. Lay drains in straight runs to correct gradients to discharge into the network utility operator's stormwater system. LAY SUBSOIL DRAINS Lay perforated piping firmly in a granular bed in straight runs to correct gradients, discharging into a cesspit. Carry the granular bed up over the pipes without disturbing them to a total depth of 300 mm and cover with geotextile fabric to the pipe manufacturer's requirements. Carry the high end of all lines up to the surface to allow for flushing out and finish with a protected removable cap. LAY SUBSOIL DRAINS TO BASEMENT WALLS To NZBC E2/AS1: External moisture, 12.3 Drainage. Lay perforated piping firmly in a granular bed in straight runs to correct gradients, discharging into a cesspit. Carry the
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RINNAI HOT WATER SYSTEMS
GENERAL This section deals with the supply and installation of Rinnai gas and solar powered water heating units. Related work
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DOCUMENTS REFERRED TO Documents referred to in this section are: NZBC G10/AS1 Piping for gas used as an energy source AS/NZS 1596 Storage and handling of Liquefied Petroleum Gas NZS 5261 Installation of gas burning appliances and equipment Electricity Regulations 1997 Gas Regulations 1993 Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Act 1976 Documents listed above and cited in the clauses that follow are part of this specification. However this specification takes precedence in the event of it being at variance with the cited document.
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NO SUBSTITUTIONS Substitutions are not permitted to any specified Rinnai products, or associated products, components or accessories. COMPLY Comply with the Gas Regulations, Electricity Regulations and the network utility operators requirements. Give notices for inspections and carry out tests as required. QUALIFICATIONS Gasfitters to be experienced competent workers, familiar with the materials and the techniques specified and registered under the Plumbers, Gasfitters and Drainlayers Act. INFORMATION FOR MAINTENANCE MANUAL Supply maintenance manual information to the requirements set out in PRELIMINARIES AND GENERAL. Warranties
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FINAL INSPECTION AND TEST Submit the work for inspection and test and prove to the satisfaction of the network utility operator that the installation complies with all Acts and Regulations and has been tested for leakage and proved to be sound. Testing should be at the time of completion. Confirm this timing before carrying out any tests. Test and demonstrate the system according to manufacturers specification and to NZS 5261.
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CONTINUOUS FLOW HOT WATER HEATING UNIT Rinnai Infinity continuous flow hot water heating unit with an integral gas burner. Water temperature electronically preset by digital controllers where selected. Refer to SELECTIONS for controller type. DIGITAL CONTROLLER(S) Rinnai digital controller for Rinnai Infinity continuous flow hot water heating units. Refer to SELECTIONS for type. Components
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INSTALL GAS APPLIANCES Fit and connect gas appliances to NZS 5261, complete with flues as required to the appliance manufacturer's requirements. HANDLE AND STORE Handle and store units, cylinders, pipes, fittings and accessories to avoid damage. Store on site, under cover on a clean level area, stacked to eliminate movement and away from work in progress. Store according to manufacturers instructions. CONCEAL Conceal pipework within the fabric of the building unless detailed otherwise. Satin finish chrome plate exposed work, complete with matching ferrule at the surface penetration. CORROSION Separate all metals subject to electrolytic action from each other and from treated timber, concrete and other lime substances by space, painting of surfaces, taping, or separator strips. THERMAL MOVEMENT Accommodate movement in pipes resulting from temperature change by the layout of the pipe runs, by expansion joints and by sleeving through penetrations. PIPE SIZE Gas fitter to check and confirm adequate pipe size, incoming mains and meter on site as a part of the installation. Pipe sizing calculation to NZS 5261. Application - hot water systems
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INSTALL CONTINUOUS HOT WATER HEATING UNIT Install Rinnai Infinity continuous hot water heating unit complete with the necessary fittings to Rinnai requirements and to NZBC G12/AS1: Water supplies, 6.10, Water heater installation and to NZS 5261. Install flue (if applicable) to Rinnai details and requirements and digital controllers in location specified. Install in Rinnai recessed box with security bracket where specified. Completion
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ELECTRICAL
GENERAL This section deals with the wiring for power and lighting, electrical automation, VDI and security system complete with componentry and electrical and electrically-powered fittings, for domestic and small scale commercial installations.
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Warning systems, 3.1 Domestic smoke alarms Conductors in insulated electric cables and flexible cord Emergency evacuation lighting for buildings Electrical installations Australia/New Zealand Wiring Rules Electrical installations - Selection of cables - Typical New Zealand installation conditions AS/NZS 3086 Telecommunications installations Integrated telecommunications cabling systems for small office/home office premises AS/NZS 3100 Approval and test specification-general requirements for electrical equipment AS/NZS 3190 Approval and test specification - Residual current devices (currentoperated earth-leakage devices) AS/NZS 3350 Safety of household and similar electrical appliances - General requirements AS/NZS 3439.3 Low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies - Particular requirements for low-voltage switchgear and controlgear assemblies intended to be installed in places where unskilled persons have access for their use - Distribution boards AS 1670.6 Fire detection, warning, control and intercom systems System design, installation and commissioning Smoke alarms AS 3786 Smoke alarms NZS 4301.1 Intruder alarm systems systems installed in clients premises NZS 6401 Electric cables PVC insulated for working voltages up to and including 600/1000v AS/NZS ISO/IEC 15018: Information technology-generic cabling for homes Electricity Regulations 1997 New Zealand electrical codes of practice (ECP) www.standards.co.nz 1.3 ABBREVIATIONS The following abbreviations are used throughout this part of the specification: MCB multiple circuit breaker RCCB residual current-operated circuit breakers RCBO residual current-operated circuit breaker with over current protection RCD residual current device PCB printed circuit board PTC permit to connect TPS tough plastic sheathed GLS general lighting service CFL compact fluorescent lamp ELV extra low voltage SIA security integration architecture LED light emitting diode LCD liquid crystal display
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COMPLY Comply with the Electricity Regulations 1997, AS/NZS 3000, AS/NZS 3008.1.2 and the New Zealand electrical codes of practice for listed and prescribed work and with the utility network operator's requirements. Apply for the service connection. Arrange for the required inspections of listed work. Pay all fees. QUALIFICATIONS Carry out work under the direct supervision of a holder of a practising licence under the Electricity Regulations 1997. QUALIFICATIONS - SECURITY SYSTEM Installation by an installer licensed under the Private Investigators and Security Guards Act. Installation of all security equipment to comply with NZS 4301 Intruder alarm system - systems installed in clients premises. CERTIFICATE OF COMPLIANCE Supply a certificate of compliance to the owner, as required by the Electricity Regulations 1997, and in particular, clauses 16, 34 and 35. The network utility operator is to inspect before the meter installation, listed work inspection, polarity check and supply becoming live. Warranties
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PRODUCTS MAINS SUPPLY, SINGLE PHASE Tough plastic sheathed neutral screened cable to NZS 6401 and AS/NZS 3008.1.2, with a minimum rating of 60 amps per phase. Include pilot cable where required by network utility company. CABLES Tough plastic sheathed copper conductors to NZS 6401, stranded above 1.0 mm2, and to AS/NZS 3008.1.2. Minimum sizes as below. Increase sizes if the method of installation, thermal insulation, cable length or load will reduce the cable rating below that of the connected load, or produce an excessive voltage drop. Lighting circuits: Lighting circuits: Power circuits: Domestic: 1.0 mm2 on 10 amp MCBs Commercial:1.5 mm2 on 16 amp MCBs 1.5 mm2 on 16 amp MCBs for domestic and unenclosed or unfilled cavity construction 2.5 mm2 on 16 amp MCBs for domestic insulated construction, or filled cavity 2.5 mm2 on 20 amp MCBs for unenclosed or unfilled cavity construction 2.5 mm2 on 16 amp MCBs for insulated construction, or filled cavity, or lengths over 30 metres Single phase: 6 mm2 on 32 amp MCBs
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METER BOX Proprietary manufactured, zinc plated powder coated metal case, or ABS plastic, with glazed panel door, weatherproof where mounted outdoors, and complete with meter mounting, main switch and fuse. DISTRIBUTION BOARD Flush surface mount boards manufactured to AS/NZS 3439.3 and installed in accordance with AS/NZS3000. Manufactured from engineering grade resin with a glow wire rating of 850C, complete with neutral and earth busbars, and insulated comb phase bar. Distribution boards to have 20% spare capacity for future additions and alterations. CIRCUIT PROTECTION General requirements including main switch 63A or 100A. Residual current protection 30mA, ensure RCCBs meet Type A and comply with AS/NZS 3190. MCBs to 4.5kA or 6kA rated. WALL BOXES Standard grid size or equivalent to be manufactured from plastic or metal, with 2 or more gang size to be metal, all screw fixed. SWITCH UNITS Single pole switches to be sixteen amp minimum rated, double pole or intermediate to be 10 amp minimum rated. All switches to be 230 volt a.c. polycarbonate flushplate units. Refer to drawings/schedules for number of switches per unit, dimmer units, neon (indicator or toggle) units, locator units and 2 way units. HOT WATER SYSTEM SWITCH One way 20 amp switch complete with cable clamp for flexible PVC conduit to element enclosure. SWITCHED SOCKET UNITS 10 amp, 230 volt flat 3 pin socket outlets fitted with safety shutters and manufactured to AS/NZS 3100, AS/NZS 3112 and AS/NZS 3133, single or multi gang as detailed. SMOKE ALARMS To AS 3786. A wired 230 volt ionised smoke detector type. SURGE PROTECTION Protection for the homes appliances with medium surge protection devices fitted to the switchboard. For variable electronic equipment fit fine surge protection to switched socket outlets. CEILING ROSES White plastic mounting base with screwed cover. Terminal type. Cylindrical section TPS for suspended fittings. BATTEN HOLDERS Standard white plastic bayonet cap, with cap angled where wall mounted. Brass liners. DOOR BELL SYSTEM Complete with transformer for mounting on distribution board. DATA WIRING To AS/NZS 3086. Cables and RJ45 connectors Telepermitted to PTC225 standards. Category 5 rated or higher cable. TV CABLING Co-axial cable and outlets. TV AERIAL Aerial suitable for both VHF and UHF reception of all local free-to-air broadcast channels.
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LIGHT FITTINGS Fluorescent and High Intensity Discharge fittings with low loss control gear and power factor corrected to 0.90 minimum. Control gear suitable for dimming if this is required. All fittings complete with lamps; Incandescent GLS lamps pearl, coiled-coil 240v rated, bayonet cap; Fluorescent triphosphor 2700K; CFL; halogen ELV 12v dichroic reflector with cover glass unless detailed otherwise. SPACE HEATERS Fixed wired room heaters for controlled displacement of warm air, and compliant with AS/NZS 3350. Flush or surface mount, fitted with safety cut-outs. EXHAUST FANS Ceiling or Wall mounted exhaust fans for controlled replacement of surrounding air, and compliant with AS/NZS 3350, externally ducted. HEATED TOWEL RAILS Fixed wired heated towel warmers, double insulated, IPX4 splash-proof, compliant with AS/NZS 3350, scratch resistant powdercoated or chrome finish. OUTDOOR SWITCHES & SOCKETS Using materials with superior UV protection, impact strength, and addition chemical resistance when compared with interior polycarbonate fittings. Weather protected, switches to IP56 minimum, and sockets to IP53 minimum. Sockets fitted with safety shutters behind socket pins, and all products able to be padlocked off or on. Electrical Automation System
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EXECUTION MAIN SUPPLY Lay underground mains to the network utility operator's requirements. Excavate trench, install cable and marker tape and backfill. METER BOX Fit to meter box manufacturer's and network utility operators requirements. Recess into external wall in sheltered area and flash to weatherproof to NZBC E2/AS1 fig 69. Arrange for meter installation and connection. DISTRIBUTION BOARD Fit to AS/NS 3000 and board manufacturer's requirements. Recess into wall or surface mount and ensure fire containment properties of the enclosure are maintained. CIRCUIT PROTECTION Install MCBs at distribution board to AS/NZS3000 to protect each final sub circuit. EARTH BONDS Bond together and to earth all plumbing fittings not adequately isolated, to AS/NZS 3000, the Electricity Regulations 1997 and the fitting manufacturer's requirements. MAIN EARTH Provide a plastic toby box or UPVC tube to contain and protect the earth pin. Fix the connecting earth wiring closely and securely against wall surfaces. EARTH LEAKAGE PROTECTION Install RCD protection to AS/NZS 3000.
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DOMESTIC INSTALLATIONS Install 30mA RCD protection at the distribution board for all final sub circuits to control socket outlets and lighting except for fixed or stationary cooking equipment. HIGH RISK AREA INSTALLATIONS Install 30mA RCDs at the distribution board for areas not covered in Domestic installations, or using fixed wired RCD protected socket outlets in areas that may represent increased risk of electric shock to the user: - Wet areas: bathrooms, laundries, kitchens. - Near pools and water features. - Where intended for use with cleaning equipment. - Hand-held tools subject to movement in use, i.e. work-shops, garages. SET-OUT The position of outlets and equipment shown on drawings is indicative of requirements. Confirm documents and site conditions are not in conflict with other services or features. Resolve conflicts and discrepancies before proceeding with work affected. Confirm on site the exact location, disposition and mounting heights of all outlets, fittings, equipment, penetrations, and use of exposed wiring. Fix outlet items level, plumb and in line. CABLING Install wiring systems to AS/NZS 3000.3. All cabling run concealed. No TPS cable laid directly in concrete. Locate holes in timber framing for the passage of cables at the centre line of the timber member. Install cable in conduits where required to pass through concrete or underground. In walls run cabling horizontally and vertically in straight lines. In ceilings either run cabling along ceiling framing or attached to catenary wires. Clip cabling to ceiling framing/catenary wires. CABLING CIRCUITS Install all circuits with the appropriately rated cable and circuit protection. Install with a maximum of 8 light switch units or 4 double or single switched socket units on any circuit. Minimum 2 lighting circuits per floor. Separate circuits for all electric heating appliances. Kitchen sockets to be on at least two different circuits. WALL BOXES Mount flush in cavity construction size to fit products selected. Fix vertically mounted wall boxes to studs. Fix horizontally mounted switched socket outlet wall boxes to solid blocking or nogs. Fix switch panel wall boxes to solid blocking. SWITCH AND SOCKET UNITS Fit all single and double switch units, all sockets to the following heights (to the centre of the unit) unless shown otherwise on the drawings. Switch Units: 1000 mm Socket Units: 150 mm above work benches 400 mm elsewhere Mount light switches and switch socket outlets vertically and socket units horizontally. Label all switch units that control electrical equipment or special lighting circuits by colour filled engraving on the switch.
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ISOLATING SWITCHES Locate isolating switches in positions as confirmed by the owner, when not specifically shown on the drawings. LIGHT FITTINGS Install light fittings in locations and at heights specified and confirmed by the owner, in accordance with the fitting manufacturer's requirements. EXTRA LOW VOLTAGE LIGHTING Where remote transformers are used for ELV lamps, connect transformer to lamp with minimum 2.5 mm2 conductor. Ensure voltage drop in transformer and conductor does not exceed 0.8 volts. Lamps 50 watt or greater to be wired no more than one lamp per
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transformer. Locate as close as practicable to the lamp. Ensure transformers and rear of light fittings are adequately ventilated and clear of any thermal insulation. 3.18 ELECTRIC HOT WATER SYSTEM Wire as a separate circuit through a wall-mounted isolating switch, with the cable from switch to element encased in flexible PVC conduit, clamp fixed at each end. Hot water cylinders, thermostats and 3000 watt element supplied and fitted under HOT AND COLD WATER SYSTEM. TELEPHONE WIRING Install telephone cable to telephone outlet positions shown on the drawings. Install in conduit for outlets on masonry surface. Fix and connect outlets to NZ Telecom requirements and terminate wiring at incoming terminal block. DATA WIRING Install data wiring to outlet positions shown on the drawings. Install in conduit for outlets on masonry surface. TV AERIAL AND CABLING Fix aerial, run cabling concealed below the roof and fit outlets where shown on the electrical drawings. Ensure the system is suitable for high quality reception of all VHF and UHF channels - Sky TV installation practices minimum. Cable penetrations through the cladding to be weatherproofed to comply with NZBC E2/AS1. SPACE HEATERS Install to the heater manufacturers requirements, and to AS/NZS 3000. Fit neatly and without damage to surrounding finishes. Ensure control switches and thermostats are fitted to appliance, or otherwise connect to a control switch located adjacent to the heater and a remote thermostat. SMOKE ALARMS Install Type 1 domestic smoke alarm system to NZBC F7/AS1 3.1, AS 1670.6 and to the alarm manufacturers requirements. Fit neatly and without damage to the surrounding finish. SURGE PROTECTION Install surge protection devices to manufacturers requirements and in accordance with AS/NZS 3000. When fitting medium protection at the switchboard, protect the device by a dedicated MCB. ELECTRIC POWERED FITTINGS AND EQUIPMENT Install and wire fittings and equipment to individual fittings and equipment manufacturer's requirements. Refer to the drawings for required layouts and locations for equipment. Refer to SELECTIONS for schedules of fittings. BATHROOM ELECTRICAL FIXTURES Install all electrical fixtures. Connect the following bathroom and toilet electrical items: - Heated towel rails: Install to manufacturers requirements and installed in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 and the NZBC G9/AS1 - Mirror demisters: Locate centrally above the wash hand basin(s). Connect wiring to room lighting unless specified otherwise. - Exhaust fans: Install exterior ducted fans to manufacturer requirements. Installed in accordance with AS/NZS 3000 and the NZBC. G4/AS1. OUTDOOR/EXTERIOR SERVICES Install all wiring systems in accordance with AS/NZS 3000.3 and in accordance with the manufacturers recommendations: Provide circuits and connections for exterior installations, including ELV 12/24 Volt path lighting and electronic irrigation systems. Refer to drawings for connection points. Where underground, ensure appropriate protection, such as thickness of sheathing, conduit, depth of cabling, and proximity to other services.
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Use the appropriate rated fittings for power control and power supply. Weather protected switches to IP56, and sockets to IP53 as a minimum. Install to manufacturers specifications using recommended fittings and sealants to maintain the products integrity. Earth leakage protection to be provided for in areas where there is increased risk to human safety in the form of either RCDs at the distribution board, or socket outlet. RCDs are recommended for visible awareness of protection. Electrical Automation System not applicable 3.28 ELECTRICAL AUTOMATION SYSTEM Fit distribution board in wall, cut-out to finish flush with the wall surface, or surface mounted. Configure installation to manufacturers instructions. Provide adequate user training and operating manual to the owner. VDI Network not applicable 3.29 VDI NETWORK SYSTEM Position distribution cabinet in wall cut-out to finish flush with the wall surface or surface mounted as required. Install the VDI network system to, AS/NZS 3080 (11801 Ed2) AS/NZS 3086 and PTC 225. Fit modules and test network with a level 3 hand held field tester that is capable of recording and storing test data. The results may be required for system certificates or extended warranty claims. Provide adequate user training and operating manual to the owner. TELEPHONE WIRING TO VDI NETWORK Terminate incoming Telecom lines at the Home Network distribution cabinet. Telecom Disconnect Test Point installed in the distribution cabinet as per manufacturers instructions. DATA WIRING TO VDI NETWORK Route category 5 cable from central network distribution board to outlet positions shown on drawings. Install wiring in conduit on masonry surfaces and to manufacturers instructions. TV AERIAL AND CABLING VDI NETWORK Fit aerial, install co-axial cabling concealed below the roof and run to Home Network Distribution cabinet. Fit outlets where shown on the electrical drawings. Ensure the system is suitable for high quality reception of all VHF and UHF channels - Sky TV installation practices minimum. Cable penetrations through the cladding to be weatherproofed. Test to ensure adequate TV/video at every outlet with a RF field strength meter. LABELLING Complete all labelling in clear machine printed permanent manner. Include label under each controller, switch and circuit breaker on distribution boards. Include a warning notice if light dimmers are used in the installation. List the rating of each circuit. Correctly identify all wall outlet locations on a master sheet inside the VDI network distribution cabinet. Security System 3.34 SECURITY SYSTEM Install to the system manufacturers requirements, control panel, detectors and associated equipment fitted neatly and without damage to surrounding finishes. Installation of security equipment to NZS 4301.1 Intruder alarm system. All 230v mains power connections to the security panel are to be in accordance with AS/NZS 3100. The 230V power is to be switched using a PDL single gang Isolator switch or similar. 3.35 COMPLETION Leave installation operating correctly, with equipment clean and all lamps operational.
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PRELIMINARIES AND GENERAL

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PREPARATION AND GROUNDWORK

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BRANZ Bulletin 453: Fasteners selection

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BRICK VENEER CLADDING

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STEEL AND TUBE PROFILED METAL CLADDING

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PROFILED METAL ROOFING

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ALUMINIUM WINDOWS AND DOORS

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