SECTION 02668 WATER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM 00000000PART 1 - GENERAL 1.1 SECTION INCLUDES A. B.

Domestic potable, non-potable and fire water distribution system from outside buildings and up to interface point(s) with main line(s) as shown on Drawings. Water distribution system shall include the following: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. C. 1.2 Pipes and pipe fittings. Valves. Piping Specialties. Water Meter Fire Hydrant. Miscellaneous materials related to the water distribution system.

Pumps related to the water distribution system shall be specified in Section 15453 - PUMPS.

REFERENCES A. SASO - Saudi Arabian Standards Organization: SASO 237 SASO 238 B. Testing and calibration of domestic water meters Domestic water meters

ISO International Organization for Standardization: ISO 2531 Ductile Iron Pipes, Fittings & Accessories for Pressure Pipelines

C.

ASTM - American Society for Testing and Materials: ASTM A 126 ASTM A 193 ASTM A 194 ASTM B 62 ASTM B 584 ASTM F 436 Standard Specification for Gray Iron Castings for Valves, Flanges, and Pipe Fittings Specification for Alloy-Steel and stainless Steel Bolting Materials for High- Temperature Service Specification for Carbon and Alloy-Steel Nuts for Bolts for High-pressure and High- Temperature Service Standard Specification for Composition Bronze or Ounce Metal Castings Specification for Copper Alloy Sand Castings for General Applications Hardened Steel Washers
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ANSI - American National Standard Institute ANSI B16.5 Steel Pipe Flanges and Flanged Fittings

E.

MSS - Manufacturers Standardization Society MSS SP-70 MSS SP-71 MSS SP-80 Cast-Iron Gate Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends Cast-Iron Swing Check Valves, Flanged and Threaded Ends Bronze Gate, Globe, Angle and Check Valves

F.

WWA - American Water Works Association: AWWA C651 AWWA C700 AWWA C104 AWWA C105 Standard for Disinfecting of Water Mains Standard for Cold-Water Meters - Displacement Type Cement-Mortar Lining for Ductile and Fittings for Water Polyethylene Encasement for Gray and Ductile Cast Iron for Water and Other Liquids. Type I, Class C (black), Grade E-1, thickness is 0.2 mm Ductile Iron and Gray-Iron Fittings, 75 mm through 1200 mm, for Water and Other Liquids Rubber Gasket Joints for Ductile-Iron Pressure Pipe and Fittings Metal Seated Gate Valves, for Water Supply Service Dry Barrel Fire Hydrants

AWWA C110 AWWA C111 AWWA C500 AWWA C502 1.3 SUBMITTALS A. B. 1.4

Product and Maintenance Data: Submit manufacturer's product and maintenance data for the items specified herein. Coordination Drawings: Prepare and submit coordination drawings for water distribution piping.

WARRANTY A. Provide a written Guarantee covering the satisfactory operation of plumbing installations for a period of one year from the date of acceptance. During this period, repair providing new materials to replace defective work at no extra cost to the Owner.

1.5

STORAGE, HANDLING AND TRANSPORTATION A. Storage, handling and transportation of pipes, fittings and adhesive shall be in
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strict accordance recommendations. B.

with

the

manufacturer's

written

instructions

and

Do not remove valves/meters end protectors unless necessary for inspection; then re-install for storage. Protect valves/meters from weather. Store valves/meters indoors. If outdoor storage is necessary, support valves/meters off the ground or pavement in watertight enclosures. Rig valves/meters to avoid damage to exposed valve parts. Do not use hand wheels and stems as lifting or rigging points.

C. 1.6

QUALITY ASSURANCE A. B. Comply with the applicable requirements of the Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC) as well as the Standards of ANSI and ASME referred to in this Section. Single Source Manufacturer: Provide pipes, fittings and flanges for a particular installation from a single source to avoid incompatibility due to intermixing of products. Qualifications of Installer: Installer shall be recommended by the piping manufacturer. Installer shall be subject to the Engineer approval.

C.

PART 2 - PRODUCTS 2.1 PIPES AND PIPE FITTINGS A. Unless indicated otherwise, pipes and fittings outside building shall be as follows: 1. Pipe: Ductile-Iron Pipe and fittings with zinc and bituminous coating on the outside surface and cement lined on the inside, all conforming to ISO 2531, with push-on-joint, bell- and plain-spigot end. a. 2.2 A. B. 2.3 Gaskets: Robber gaskets conforming to AWWA C111 or equivalent ISO standards.

PIPES AND PIPE FITTINGS FOR PUMP ROOMS Exposed pipes inside pump room shall be Hot-dipped Galvanized Steel Pipe conforming to ASTM A 53, Type E, Grade A or B, Schedule 40, roll grooved ends Pipe fittings conforming to the same requirements mentioned for the pipes.

VALVES A. Refer to Section 15100 - VALVES:

2.4

WATER TANK: A. Construction: Cast-in-place reinforced concrete; conforming to Section 03300 CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE; Class 30 with Type 1 Portland cement modified with microsilica. Interior surfaces shall have waterproof lining complying with
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Section 07100. Exterior surfaces shall have double layer, fully bonded, 4 + 3 mm thick waterproofing membrane or approved equal and 3 mm thick protection board, complying with Section 07100 - WATERPROOFING. B. C. 2.5 Size: As indicated on Drawings. Chamber Cover/Frame: Conform to the requirements specified in Section 05500 METAL FABRICATIONS.

LEVEL ALARM FOR WATER TANKS A. Mechanical tilt non-mercury float level switch shall be suitable for level control and alarm applications for water tanks. Float level switch shall be complete with impact resistant ABS shell and neoprene jacketed sealed cable of required length. Contacts shall be SPST, Normal Open or Normally Closed common with N.O & N.C. Power rating shall be as required. Float level switch shall be installed as per manufacturers written instructions.

2.6

FIRE HYDRANT A. Shall be of cast iron construction UL Listed, FM approved, complying with AWWA C502, 6-inch wet barrel, traffic type. Hydrants shall have two 2-1/2 inch hose nozzles and one having 4-1/2 inch bumper nozzle. Nozzles shall be American National Standard Fire Hose Coupling Screw Thread in accordance with NFPA 1963, and conforming to the requirements of local Fire Department. Each inlet shall have a plug and chain. Units shall be finished in UV resistant red polyester coating, with words both in English and Arabic "FIRE HYDRANT" in raised letters for above ground and epoxy coating for underground portion. Provide isolation valves between hydrant and water mains.

2.7

WATER METER A. B. C. D. General: Water meter design shall be in accordance with the regulations of the Utility Company as well as the requirements of AWWA C700. Type: Turbine flow water meter. Measurement Unit: Cubic meter. Environmental Conditions: Outdoor type, suitable for operating under the following conditions: 1. Relative Humidity: 2. Minimum 0 percent. Maximum 100 percent (condensing).

Temperature: Minimum 0 degrees C. Maximum 70 degrees C, exposed to direct sun radiation with no internal heat source.

E.

Water Meter Construction: Cast iron body shielded from magnetic fields with flanged ends rated class 150 in accordance with ANSI B16.5. Rotary vane and
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measuring mechanism shall be plastic. External body shall be provided with the Manufacturer's standard high-quality corrosion proof coating. 2.8 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS A. Marker Tape: Detectable metallic core polyethylene tape color-coded, 150 mm wide, 100 microns thick, and labeled in Arabic and English alternately for the appropriate service. Water Meter, Valves and Tie-In Points Chambers: 1. Construction: Cast-in-place reinforced concrete; conforming to Section 03300 - CAST-IN-PLACE CONCRETE; Class 30 with Type 1 Portland cement modified with microsilica. Interior surfaces shall be coated with 2 coats (650 micron thick) coal tar epoxy. Exterior surfaces shall have single layer, fully bonded, 4 mm thick waterproofing membrane or approved equal and 3 mm thick protection board, complying with Section 07100 WATERPROOFING. Size: As indicated on Drawings. Chamber Cover/Frame: Conform to the requirements specified in Section 05500 - METAL FABRICATIONS.

B.

2. 3.

PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1. EXAMINATION A. Pipes and Pipe Fittings: 1. Examine visually pipes and pipe fittings for scratches, damages, cracks, delaminations, crushing and weathering. Damaged pipes and pipe fittings shall not be installed. Clean pipes and pipe fittings prior to installation. Discard adhesives and other piping materials that are beyond their stamped expiry dates as well as leaking and opened containers.

2. 3. B.

Valves: 1. Examine valve interior through the end ports for cleanliness, freedom from foreign matter, and corrosion. Remove special packing materials used to prevent disc movement during shipping and handling. Actuate valves through an open-close and close-open cycle. Examine significant features as guides and seats made accessible by such actuation. Examine mating flange faces for conditions that might cause leakage. Check bolting for proper size, length, and material. Check gasket material for proper size, material composition suitable for service, and freedom from defects and damage.

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Replace defective valves with new valves.

RELATED WORKS A. B. C. Trenching and bedding for underground piping shall conform to Section 02225 TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING. Dewatering: Dewatering, where required, shall conform to the requirements of Section 02200 - EARTHWORK. Pipelines Crossings under Roads: Conform to the requirements of Section 02225 - TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING.

3.3.

INSTALLATION OF PIPING SYSTEM A. Installation - General: 1. 2. 3. Install pipes, fittings, and valves in accordance with the requirements of AWWA M23. Inspect pipes, fittings and valves for soundness and for imperfections of coatings, wrappings and linings prior to installation. Deflection at joints shall not exceed the maximum deflection recommended by the pipe or coupling manufacturer for each type of joint and each size of pipes. Blocking shall be permitted only where indicated. Install temporary piping, valves, meters, gauges, and equipment required for hydrostatic testing and disinfection in accordance with detailed approved working drawings.

4. 5.

B.

Anchorages and Buttresses: 1. 2. Construct concrete anchorages and buttresses where indicated. Harness valves and fittings that are not provided with an anchor, buttress or restrained joint using steel rods and rod socket pipe clamps or by steel rods and rod connectors connected to mechanical joint bolts as indicated.

3.4.

VALVE INSTALLATION A. B. Locate valves for easy access and provide separate supports where necessary. Install valves in a position allowing full stem movement. Install valves using flanged connections. Align flange surfaces parallel. Assemble joints in accordance with the valve manufacturer's recommendations for gasketing and bolting.

3.5.

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Hydrostatic Testing: 1. 2. Underground piping to be tested shall be partially backfilled with joints exposed during test unless otherwise directed by the Engineer. Protect exposed joints from direct sunlight during testing. Perform hydrostatic testing so that temperature of the test water shall not exceed 40 degree C during the test period. Provide temporary thrust resistance using wooden supports at changes of direction prior to hydrostatic testing of assembled piping. No adhesive-bonded piping shall be pressurized until joints have cured in accordance with the Manufacturer's instructions. Conduct Hydrostatic tests in presence of the Engineer, and prior to coating joints and disinfecting. Conduct hydrostatic tests after the associated concrete works has set for a minimum of 7 days for standard concrete. Place test pump on firm ground away from piping. Pump shall have a calibrated and tagged relief valve set at 10 percent above the test pressure or a maximum of 170 kPa above test pressure for pressure piping systems. Use a calibrated and tagged pressure gauge of the proper range for testing pressure piping systems. Perform hydrostatic test using fresh water. Fill pipeline 24 hours prior to testing. Pressure test for the water distribution mains shall be 1035 kPa or 345 kPa above the operating pressure, whichever is greater. a. b. Test lines whose joints have been backfilled at the above mentioned pressure test for 24 hours. Test lines whose joints have not been backfilled at the above mentioned pressure test for 4 hours.

3. 4. 5.

6.

7. 8. 9.

B.

Inspection: 1. Hydrostatic test diagrams and test procedures shall be prepared and made available for inspection prior to conducting the test. The test diagrams and procedures shall include limits of piping and equipment included in each hydrostatic test, test pressure, test temperature, test flow, line flushing requirements and safety precautions. Examine exposed pipes, joints, fittings, valves, and hydrants for leakage during hydrostatic testing. For piping, replace leaking pipe, joints and fittings in accordance with the requirements specified herein.
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Repeat hydrostatic testing after the repair of defects until the system is proved satisfactory. Piping shall be satisfactory if there is no evidence of leakage or pressure loss after the specified test period.

Repair Methods: 1. 2. Conform to the requirements specified herein for the provision of new materials required for replacement at the defected areas. Conform to the manufacturer's recommendations for permanent and temporary repairs of piping.

3.6.

PREPARATION FOR USE A. B. C. After completion of hydrostatic tests, drain lines in an approved manner. Remove temporary test piping and equipment that will no longer be required. Field Coating: After completion of hydrostatic tests and before disinfecting, prime or re-prime as required and provide a protective coating to uncoated metal components of piping system, including joints, tie rods and harnesses as specified herein, except exposed ends of steel pipes up to couplings shall be wrapped with hot applied coal tar tape.

3.7.

BACKFILL A. B. Trench backfilling shall conform to the requirements of Section 02225 TRENCHING AND BACKFILLING. Marker Tape: Install continuous, marker tape during backfilling of trench for underground services. Locate tape 300 mm below finished grade.

3.8.

PREPARATION FOR USE A. B. General: Disinfection: Disinfect drinking water lines in accordance with AWWA C651 before placing the lines in service. Disinfection: 1. Flush the entire water system thoroughly and disinfect with chlorine before placing the system in operation according to the procedures prescribed by the authority having jurisdiction and/or described in the AWWA C651 or as described below: a. b. c. Fill the system or part thereof with a solution of water/chlorine containing at least 50 parts per million of chlorine. Isolate (valve off) the system or part thereof and allow to stand for 24 hours. Drain the system or part thereof of previous solution. Refill with a water/chlorine solution containing at least 200 parts per million of
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chlorine. d. e. Isolate the system or part thereof and allow to stand for 3 hours. Following the allowed standing time, flush the system with clean, potable water until chlorine does not remain in the water coming from the system. Submit water samples in sterile bottles to the authority having jurisdiction. Repeat the procedure if the biological examination made by the authority shows evidence of contamination. Remove disinfection equipment and temporary piping after approval of the disinfection tests. Submit reports of cleaning and disinfecting activities.

f. g. h. i. 3.9.

OPERATING TESTS A. Operating Tests: Following approval of disinfection, conduct operating tests in the presence of the Engineer to verify that each valve is in proper working condition. END OF SECTION

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