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[DIVISION 6: WOOD AND PLASTICS]{.underline}

SECTION 06611 - POLYETHYLENE FABRICATIONS

**NOTES TO SPECIFIER:**

A. Options within paragraphs are identified by enclosure in brackets;
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to be inserted, as appropriate, to individual projects.

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E. The Guide Specifications are intended to be continuously reviewed and
revised. User's technical comments are appreciated. Also, other related
or similar specification that are written "from scratch" that could
benefit others, or other questions can be sent to NSTC A/E Group, ST
110, or call (303) 987-6868.

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**REVISIONS OF THIS SECTION:**

CSI format, editorial changes: 12/01

Metric:

Technical Update: 03/92

SECTION 0611

POLYETHYLENE FABRICATIONS

[PART 1: GENERAL]{.underline}

1.1 SUMMARY

A. Section Includes: Furnishing and installing cross linked polyethylene
underground vault, accessories and accessory adapters and vault
insulation.

1.2 REFERENCES:

A. American Society for Testing and Materials:

ASTM C 177-85 Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal
Transmission Properties by Means of the Guarded Hot-Plate Apparatus

ASTM C 518-91 Steady-State Heat Flux Measurements and Thermal
Transmission Properties by Means of the Heat Flow Meter Apparatus

ASTM D 1621-73 Comprehensive Properties of Rigid Cellular Plastics (R
1979)

ASTM D 1622-88 Apparent Density of Rigid Cellular Plastics

ASTM D 2856 E1-87 Open Cell Content of Rigid Cellular Plastics by the
Air Pycnometer

ASTM E 84 REV A-91 Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials

ASTM E 96-90 Water Vapor Transmission of Materials

1.3 SUBMITTALS:

A. Submittals shall be according to Section 01009 - General Information
and Requirements.

B. Shop Drawings: Submit five copies of shop drawings showing details
and dimensions of vault and all accessories and adapters to be used on
this project.

C. Manufacturer\'s Literature: Submit five copies of manufacturer\'s
descriptive data for all polyethylene, PVC and insulating materials,
primer, foam insulation and asphaltic coating to be used on this
project.

D. Installation Instruction: Furnish 5 copies of manufacturer\'s written
installation instructions for all items listed in 1.03 C above.

1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE:

A. Failure Criteria: Not limited to the following:

1\. Vault collapsing under load.

2\. Flaking of vent pipe finish.

3\. Cracking of toilet riser or cleanout.

4\. Primer, insulation and sealer not adhering to vault properly.

1.5 PROJECT/SITE CONDITION

A. Readiness: Verify that backfill has been compacted as specified.

[PART 2: PRODUCTS]{.underline}

2.1 VAULT AND TOILET ACCESSORIES:

A. General: All items shall be as manufactured by ROMTEC Inc. Roseburg,
OR or equal.

B. Vault: Impact resistant corrosion proof cross linked polyethylene,
72\" x 72\" x 48\" deep at the shallow end. Bottom pitches one inch per
foot. Deep end of vault is 54 inches. Capacity shall be 1000 gallons.
Vault shall be furnished with integral full height opening at center to
receive concrete. Color shall be black.

C. Toilet riser: Impact resistant corrosion proof cross linked
polyethylene 18 inches high for handicap access. Furnish with open front
seat and lid. Riser, seat and lid shall be white. Seat and lid shall not
seal tight against riser.

D. Vent: Heavy duty 12 inch diameter schedule 40 ABS plastic. Color
shall be black, length shall be as shown on the drawings.

E. Cleanout and Cover: Impact resistant corrosion proof cross linked
polyethylene 24 inches in diameter. The lid shall support 300 pounds
loading. Furnish lid with seal and stainless steel bolts.

F. Cleanout, Vent and Riser Adapters: Cross linked polyethylene, 6-1/2
inches high. Furnish with gaskets, sealants and fasteners for attaching
to vault.

2.2 INSULATION:

A. Primer: Shall be as recommended by polyurethane foam and vault
manufacturer.

B. Polyurethane Foam: Shall be spray-in-place type with the following
properties:

1\. Sprayed-In Place Density of 2.8 to 3.0 pounds and according to ASTM
D 1622.

2\. Compressive Strength to 40 PSI (minimum) according to ASTM D 1621.

3\. Closed Cell Content of 90% (minimum) according to ASTM D 2856.

4\. Thermal Conductivity \"K\" of 0.16 to 0.18 according to ASTM C 177
or ASTM C 518.

5\. Flammability less than 75 according to ASTM E 84.

C. Asphaltic Coating: Shall be Lion Nokorode 705M or equal sprayable
coating with the following salient features:

1\. Elastomeric, monolithic, urethane, moisture-vapor barrier coating.

2\. Coating shall be a spray-in-place two-component compound of asphalt
and polymers which cures to an abrasive-resistant film with 99%
elastomeric recovery from stress.

3\. The moisture-vapor transmission shall be per ASTM E 96, Method E.

4\. Coating shall have a service temperature range of -80E to 200E F.

PART 3: EXECUTION

3.1 VAULT AND ADAPTERS:

A. Vault: Install with top surface level at elevation shown on the
drawings. All concrete which falls into the vault during slab placement
shall be removed.

B. Adapters: Firmly attach and seal adapters to top of vault according
to manufacturer\'s written instructions. Use gaskets and sealants
provided by the vault manufacturer. Cut holes and locate adapters as
shown on the drawings.

3.2 INSULATION:

A. Primer: Prepare and clean vault to receive primer coat as recommended
by vault and primer manufacturers. Apply primer according to
manufacturer\'s written instructions.

B. Insulation: Apply 4 inches of insulation according to manufacturer\'s
written instructions. Equipment used in application shall be type and
pressure as recommended by foam manufacturer.

C. Asphaltic Coating: Apply 2 coats to provide a combined thickness of
60 mils. Application shall be according to manufacturer\'s written
instructions.

3.3 TOILET ACCESSORIES:

A. Riser: Shall be installed after concrete slab has been placed and
floor sealer has cured.

[PART 4: MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT]{.underline}

4.1 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT:

A. Units: The work described in this section will not be measured for
payment.

4.2 BASIS OF PAYMENT:

A. Payment: No direct payment for the work described under this section
will be made. The contractor shall include consideration for this item
in the bid price for the other items of the contract.

END OF SECTION