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A. Review the General Conditions, Standards Specifications and Special Provi
which contain Information and requirements that apply to this section.
1.02 WORK INCLUDED
A. The Contractor shall supply all material, pipe, pipe fittings, automatic va
wiring, and all labor to Install a fully Reclaimed Water automatic sprinkler s
Restore any existing landscaping that may be disturbed during the installati
1.03 RELATED SECTIONS
A. Lawns & Grasses - Section 02930
B. Trees, Shrubs, Vines and Groundcover - Section 02950
C. Landscape Maintenance - Section 02970
D. Electrical - Section 16000
1.04 QUAUTY ASSURANCE AND REQUIREMENTS
A. Permits and Fees: The Contractor shall obtain and pay for any and all I
all Inspections as required.
B. Manufacturer's Directions: Manufacturer's directions and detailed drawings
be followed in all cases where the manufacturer of articles used in this car
furnishes directions covering points not shown in the drawings and specifics
C. Ordinances and Regulations: All local, municipal and state laws, and rule
regulations governing or relating to any portion of this work are hereby
Incorporated Into and made a part of these specifications, and their provisi
shall be carried out by the contractor. Anything contained in these specific,
shall not be construed to conflict with any of the above rules and regulatic
requirements of the same. However, when these specifications and drawings
for or describe materials, workmanship, or construction of a better quality,
standard of larger size than is required by the above rules and regulations,
provisions of these specifications and drawings shall take precedence.
D. Applicable Standards: General Conditions, Special Provisions, City of Font
Landscape Ordinance No. 1734, and Landscape construction standards Secti
5000.
E. Superintendent:
1. A superintendent satisfactory to Agency's Authorized Representative who
understands and SPEAKS ENGLISH FLUENTLY shall be present on the site at
all times during progress of the work.
2. The Superintendent shall not be changed except with the consent of the
Agency's Authorized Representative.
3. The Superintendent shall be authorized to represent the Contractor.
F. Explanation of Drawings:
1. Due to the scale of drawings, it is not possible to indicate all offsets, fl
sleeves, etc. which may be required. The Contractor shall carefully
Investigate the structural and finished conditions affecting all of his work
and plan his work accordingly, furnishings such fittings, etc., as may be
required to meet such conditions. Drawings are generally diagrammatic
and indicative of the work to be installed. The work shall be installed in
such a manner as to avoid conflicts between Irrigation systems, planting
and architectural features.
2. All work called for on the drawings by notes or details shall be furnishes
and installed whether or not specifically mentioned in the specifications.
3. The irrigation system as shown on the drawings shall not be installed wf
It Is obvious In the field that obstructions, grade differences or
discrepancies in area dimensions exist that might not have been considered
In engineering. Such obstructions or differences should be brought to the
attention of the Landscape Architect and City=s Authorized Representative.
In the event this notification Is not performed, the Irrigation Contractor is
responsible for any revision necessary.
4. No materials are to be purchased or installed as noted in legend on the
drawing when It Is obvious there is an error or discrepancy. In addition,
failure to obtain prior material approval, risks rejection by the Agency's
Authorized Representative. By failing to bring material discrepancies to the
attention of the Agencys Authorized Representative or by failure to comply
with materials submittals, the Contractor is responsible for any revisions
necessary.
5. Work of this Section which is associated with the work of other trades e
be coordinated as necessary.
6. It is the intent of the drawings and specifications to provide an irrigatioi
system with head to head coverage. The contractor is responsible far any
misinterpretation of the drawings prior to or during construction. Should
any discrepancy arise as to the Interpretation of the drawings or
specifications, the final decisions In the matter will rest with the Agencys
Authorized Representative.
G. Underwriters Laboratories: Electrical wiring, controls, motors, and devices
U.L listed, and so labeled.
1.05 SUBMITTALS
A. Material List:
1. The Contractor shall furnish the articles, equipment, materials, or
processes specified by name in the drawings and specifications. No
substitution will be allowed without prior written acceptance by the
Agencys Authorized Representative.
controller chart (see Section 1.05C). The original Mylar "record" plan shall
be submitted to the Agencys Authorized Representative for approval
prior to the making of controller charts.
1.06 PRODUCT DELIVERY, STORAGE AND HANDLING
A. Handling of P.V.C. Pipe and Fittings; The Contractor is cautioned to exercise care
In handling, loading, unloading, and storing of P.V.C. pipe and fittings. All P.V.C.
pipe shall be transported in a vehicle which allows the length of pipe to lie flat so
as not to subject It to undue bending or concentrated external load at any point.
Any section of pipe that has been dented or damaged will be discarded and, If
Installed, shall be replaced with new piping.
B. When pipe is stored outdoors, it shall be covered to protect it from sunlight.
BENCH MARK:
SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY TBM PER FIELD BOOK 4015/848
ELEVATION = 1019.83% DATUM = 1929
RAILROAD SPIKE IN POWER POLE /71833, N.E. CORNER
POPLAR AVE. & SANTA ANA AVE. ESr. FROM SM B-38.
1.07 SUBSTITUTIONS
A. If the Irrigation Contractor wishes to substitute any equipment or materials
those equipment or materials listed on the Irrigation drawings and specificatione
he may do so by providing the following information to the Agencys Authorized
Representative for approval:
1. Provide a statement Indicating the reason for making the substitution. Use
a separate sheet of paper for each item to be substituted.
2. Provide descriptive catalog literature, performance charts and flow charts
for each item to be substituted.
3. Provide the amount of cost savings if the substituted item is approved.
4. Approval of any Item as a substitution or alternate Is for design only, based
an information or samples provided by the Contractor.
5. Contractor shall be responsible for the total performance of such
substitution to equal or surpass the original in every respect.
6. If the substitution proves to be unsatisfactory in the opinion of the Agencye
Authorized Representative, Contractor shall remove such work and replace
it with originally specified item (including installation) as part of the work
of this section.
B. The Agencys Authorized Representative shall have the sole responsibility for
planting operation.)
I. Finish grade should be 1 % 'below all surrounding hardscapes.
J. All heads should be 1 % "above the finish grade.
k. Any heads In swales need to be removed.
I. No fixed risers In any traffic areas, they are only allowed against
buildings and walls.
m. Inspect the installation of the sod to insure that there are no gaps
between the pieces of sod.
n. Inspect plant material before it is installed into the ground, trees,
shrubs, etc.
a. Check plant material and sod areas for any issues with settling dirt,
missing or dead plants, and missing mulch.
p. When hydro seeding finish grade should be 1"below all hardscapes.
q. Inspect for root barriers along sidewalks.
r. Check root -ball location on all trees, the root ball should be at
ground level.
s. Trees are required to have 4 ties each Interlocking each other and
every tree in the turf area must have an arbor guard. Also make
sure trees are tied as the specifications state on the plans with two
stakes at a 45' Angle toward the prevailing wind direction.
t. Inspect far concrete mow curbs, mow curb shall be placed between
all grass and planter areas unless otherwise noted
u. All boxes should be set to surrounding grade to allow for easy
maintenance and the box and valves need to be tagged properly.
v. Gravel needs to be in all irrigation boxes.
w. Inspect backflow cages and make sure that they have a secure lock
box installed and a backflow certification has been completed.
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x. Final observation.
1. Make sure the whole job site is rid of any hazards that may pose
a risk to the public.
2. Develaper/contractor to perform a head to head coverage test
an the turf and in all irrigation areas in the planters on final walk
thru with the Engineering Public works inspector and a Landscape
Technician from the Public Works Department.
1.12 COMPLETION
A. In judging the work, no allowance for deviation from the original plans and
specifications will be made unless previously approved by the Agency.
B. When any item appears on the plans and not in the specifications, or In the
specifications and not on the plan, It shall be considered in both.
C. The Agency or Its authorized representative shall have the final authority on all
Items of the project.
1.14 SERVICE BY THE CONTRACTOR
A. The Contractor shall service the system at the Agencys request during the
guarantee period and shall be paid for work performed which is not covered by
the guarantee. If requested by the Agency, the Contractor shall furnish the
Agency with a schedule of service fees.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.01 MATERIALS
A. General: Use only new materials of brands and types noted on drawings,
specified herein, or approved equals.
2.02 PIPES AND FITTINGS
A. Reclaimed Purple Pipe Shall be Used for All Applications to Make A Complete
Reclaimed Water system
B. Pressure Main Line Piping and Fittings: Pipe sizes two (2) Inches or larger shall be
P.V.C. Class 315 solvent weld type.
Q. Pressure Main Line Piping and Fittings: Pipe sizes smaller than two (2) inches shall
be Scheduled 40 P.V.C.
R. Sleeves or conduit lines: Shall be Installed under all paving (asphalt concrete or
concrete); shall be P.V.C. Schedule 40; shall be two times diameter of the pipe
enclosed; shall be installed under paving a minimum 24 inches depth; shall have
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separate sleeves for control wire, pressure mainline
Control wire sleeve size shall be as required to allo
wire installation. (Twice the diameter of the wires t
minimum sized sleeve). Main line shall have a tracii
a plastic box at finish grade housing the tracing w
E. All pipe fittings shall conform to specific require
1. P.V.C. (Solvent Weld)
a. Reclaimed Purple Pipe: Manufactured from virgin
chloride compound in accordance with ASTM D 178,
2241. cell classification 12454B, hydrostatic design
less than two thousand (2,000) p.s.i.
b. Fittings (solvent weld or thread): Standard weigh
side gated, Injected molded P.V.C. complying with A
cell classification 13454B, including threads when re
2. P.V.C. nipples shall be scheduled 80 with moldec
3. All P.V.C. pipe must bear the following markings,
a. Manufacturer's name
b. Nominal pipe size
c. Schedule or class
d. Pressure rating in A.S.T. (not required on drip ti
6. NSF (National Sanitation Foundation) approval (n
drip tubing)
f. Date of extrusion
4. Brass Pipe & Fittings:
a. Brass pipe shall be eighty-five (85) percent red
National Standard Institute (ANSI), Schedule 40 scr
b. Fittings shall be medium brass, screwed 125-poi
5. Solvent cement and primer for P.V.C. solvent-ws
be of type and Installation method prescribed by tt
6. Where called for on drawings, pipe shall be bell
D-2672. Install concrete thrust blocks as recomme
Installation guide no. TR-624, where conditions dicl
2.03 ELECTRIC (HIGH VOLTAGE)/ METER ENCLOSURE
(3/64) inch, utilizing low density high molecular weight polyethylene Insulation.
B. Splices, where permitted, shall be waterproofed using Rain Bird, Pen-Tite
Connectors or fusible heat shrinking tubing, and housed in a box. Boxes for c
Irrigation use may be utilized for this purpose.
C. Wire sizing shall be a minimum of /14 "UF" 600-volt underground wiring, t
shielded cable is used in which case #18 wire may be used. Common wire to
white in color, and all others a different color.
Electrical control wire shall be AEF 14 AWG Type UP 600 volt (U.L.) direct but
The wire shall be bundled, taped every ten (10) linear feet, placed adjacent b
main line. An eighteen (18") Inch expansion loop will be provided for every ch
of direction greater than 45E.
The common wire shall be white, and the valve control wires shall be black ai
marked with numbered tags at both ends to identify the valve zones and con
The control wire shall be installed at a depth of 18" minimum below finish gr
and sidewalk and sleeved 24" minimum below hard surfaces (i.e. driveways,
parking lots, and 36"for streets) and backfilled with grey sand. At each elecb
control vllve an expansion tail of twenty-four (24') inches minimum per wire
be provided. The coil can be achieved by tolling (winding) the wire around a I
of 3/4 PVC pipe. At the controller pedestal, each control wire shall be twent,
A. Brass body, 150-pound class, with three -fourths (3/4) inch female threads opening
at base, permitting operation with a special connecting device (coupler) designed
for this purpose. [Rain Bird #33DNP or equal].
1. Coupler threads: lug type
2. Hinge cover. Provide with rubber -like vinyl cover.
B. Quick coupler(s) shall be installed within a ten (10) inch round lockable plastic valve
box placed a maximum of 150 lineal feet apart.
C. Quick coupler(s) shall be supported with a SCH 40 PVC pipe stake or equal of
Contact: Imperial Sprinkler Supply Phone
2.09 REMOTE CONTROL VALVES
A. Valve type: spring -loaded, pack less
with brass body, equipped with flow con
valves shall be Rain Bird with pressure
B. Valve solenoid: 24-volt a.c. 4.5 watt
corrosion -proof, stainless steel construe
Integral unit.
C. Provide bleeder valve to permit open
controller.
D. Valves shall be installed a minimum
twentyfour (24) inches apart. [One (1)
minimum of twelve (24) inches apart].
E. Valves shall not be installed in a ma
approved plans.
G. Valves for planted annual color beds
F. FLOMEC Flow sensors that detect floc
malfunction are required for all on non -
landscapes of 5000 sq. ft. or larger, or
controller. See Std Dwg# 5010 for detai
H. To greatly reduce any water loss due
master shut-off valves are required to
point which controls water flow Into the
connected to the controller. See Sid Dv
2.10 SMALL LAWN SPRINKLER HEADS -R
A. Sprinklers shall be similar in all resp-
B. Nozzle shall rise a minimum of 6 inc
C. All sprinkler bodies or nozzles shall t
eliminating low head drainage.
D. The sprinkler heads shall be attaches
assembly.
2.11 SMALL SHRUBBERY SPRINKLER HEAT
A. Sprinklers shall be similar In all respi
2.12 ROTARY SPRINKLER HEADS Rain Bit
A. Type: gear driven, with pop-up sprin
B. Part circle heads shall have variable
C. Rotary sprinkler heads shall be attac
assembly.
2.13 VALVE BOXES
A. Carson Brand Valve boxes shall be fi
resistant to weather, sunlight and them
B. Remote control valve and flow sensor
plastic boxes (12" x 18") AMETEK or ap
C. Gate valve boxes shall be Purple ten
exterior as required to properly protect
2.14 TREE IRRIGATORS (DRIP/BUBBLERS)
size dimensions and receive Agencys Authorized Representative's approval prior
to proceeding with work under this section.
B. USA/Dig Alert (1-800-422-4133) shall be contacted, and all utility lines m
prior to excavating. Exercise extreme care in excavating and working near exist
utilities. Contractor shall be responsible for damages to utilities which are taus
by his operations or neglect. Check existing utilities drawings for existing utility
locations.
C. Coordinate installation of sprinkler irrigation materials including pipe, so ther
be No interference with utilities or other construction or difficulty in planting tt
shrubs, and ground covers.
D. The Contractor shall carefully check all grades to satisfy themselves that th
safely proceed before starting work on the sprinkler irrigation system.
E. Discrepancies:
1. In the event of discrepancy, immediately notify the Agency's Authorized
Representative.
2. Do not proceed with Installation in areas of discrepancy until all such
discrepancies have been fully resolved.
3.02 PREPARATION
A. Water Supply.
1. The Contractor will provide new meters and is responsible for obtaining all
permits and the installation of the meters.
2. Sprinkler Irrigation system shall be connected to water supply points of
connection as indicated on the drawings.
3. Connections shall be made at approximate locations as shown on
drawings. Contractor is responsible for minor changes (plus or minus 20
feet) caused by actual site conditions.
B. Observation Schedule:
1. Contractor shall be responsible for notifying the Agencys Authorized
Representative in advance for the following observation meetings,
according to the time indicated:
a. Pre -Construction Meeting - five (5) days.
b. Pressure supply line installation, sleeves and testing - seventy-two
(72) hours.
c. Control wire Installation and sleeves - seventy-two (72) hours.
d. Lateral line, sleeves and sprinkler installation - seventy-two (72)
hours.
g. Final site review - five (5) days.
2. When observations have been conducted by other than the Agencys
2. If gasket type pipe and/or any pipe is larger than two and one half (2-1/2)
inches is used, provide concrete thrust blocks at each change of direction
and at terminal points of all rubber gasket piping. Block in accord with pipe
manufacturers instructions.
3. Line Clearance: All lines shall have a minimum clearance of six (6)
from each other and from lines of other trades. Parallel lines shall no
installed directly over one another.
B. Trenching:
1. Depth of trenches shall be sufficient to provide a minimum cover a
top of the pipe as follows:
a. Fourteen (14) inches over non -pressure rotor pop-up lines
(minimum).
b. Twelve (12) inches over non -pressure lateral lines (minimum).
c. Eighteen (18) inches over potable sprinkler mainline.
d. Twenty-four (24) inches cover minimum over pipe serving a drinkin
fountain or pressure sprinkler mainline three (3) inches and larger.
e. Where pipe and/or control wiring crosses under paving, it shall be
sleeved separately twenty-four (24) inches below sub grade. All
crossings shall have trace wires and 3"Letters IX for irrigation
crossing etched on the curb as well as an 8"round box with the
tracing wire coiled in the box. Location to be approved by the City
Inspector.
f. Surplus earth remaining after backfilling shall be disposed of on/off
3. Flooding of trenches will be permitted only with approval of the Agencys
Authorized Representative.
4. If settlement occurs and subsequent adjustments in pipe, valves, sprinkle
heads, lawn or planting areas, or other construction are necessary, the
Contractor shall make all required adjustments without cost to the Agency.
D. Trenching and Backfill Under Paving:
1. Trenches located under areas where paving, asphaltic concrete or concrel
will be installed shall be backfilled with sand (a layer three (3) inches below
the pipe and six (6) inches above the pipe), and compacted in layers to (S
percent compaction using manual or mechanical tamping devices.
Trenches for piping shall be compacted to equal the compaction of the
existing adjacent undisturbed soil and shall be left in a firm unyielding
condition. All trenches shall be left flush with the adjoining grade. The
Sprinkler Irrigation Contractor shall set in place sleeves, cap and pressure
test all piping under paving prior to paving work.
2. Piping under existing walks Is generally done by jacking, boring or hydrou
driving. Any cutting or breaking of sidewalks and/or concrete necessary
shall be performed by the Contractor, and paving replaced In kind as a par
of the contract cost. Permission to cut or break sidewalks and/or concrete
shall be obtained from the Agencys Authorized Representative. No
standard practice, with prior approval from Agencys Authorized
accomplished to the complete satisfaction of the Agencys Authorized
2. FlII area under box with a minimum of three (3) cubic feet of three -fourths
(3/4) inch gravel before box is installed.
3. Identification tags shall be attached to each remote -control valve, showing
number that corresponds with controller sequence. Tags shall be
manufactured of polyurethane Behr Desopaid, purple in color with black
letters two and three -fourths (2-3/4) inches by two and one -forth (2-1/4)
Inches.
4. Brand valve box covers in four (4) inch high numbers that corresponds to
sequencing shown on drawings.
J. Electrical Supply.
1. 220-volt electrical service for pump shall be provided for by Contractor.
2. Low voltage wiring shall be placed in the some trench and along side of
main lines unless otherwise approved.
3. When more than one wire Is placed In a trench, tape wires together at a
maximum ten (10) feet on center.
4. Provide an eighteen (18) inch expansion loop at each directional change,
and a twenty-four (24) inch coil at each connection.
5. Use a continuous wire between controller and remote -control valves.
Except as otherwise approved, do not splice at any point. All approved
splices shall be enclosed in an acceptable box.
6. Each controller shall be provided with separate ground wire.
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IMPROVEMENTS NOT COMMENCE WITHIN TWO
YEARS OF THE DATE OF APPROVAL SHOWN HEREON 0 �s DRAWN BY:
AND CARRIED FORTH IN A DILIGENT MANNER, THE PREPARED UNDER THE SUPERVISION OR
CITY ENGINEER MAY REQUIRE REVISIONS TO THE v31 025 DESIGNED Br:
PLANS TO BRING THEM INTO CONFORMANCE WITH �T'F OFcAL1Fo��°P cHEacm
STANDARDS IN EFFECT. 1homce Hoyae DATE 02.10.23
K. Control Wires:
1. All electrical equipment and wiring shall comply with local and state
codes and be installed by those skilled and licensed in the trade.
Unless the governing code specifies otherwise, low voltage control wire
may be installed by the sprinkler irrigation Contractor.
2. Connecting and splicing of wire at the valves shall be made using
Pen-TIte Connectors, Scotch-Lok, or approved equal. No other splices
will be allowed.
3. Tape all control wire to the side of all mains at ten (10) foot
intervals.
3.04 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A. Adjustment of the System:
1. The Contractor shall adjust all sprinkler heads and valves for optimu
performance and to prevent as much as possible any overspray onto w
and roadways. No spray is permitted on buildings.
2. If it is determined that adjustments in the irrigation equipment will
proper and more adequate coverage, the Contractor shall make such
adjustments prior to planting. Adjustments may include changes in noz.
sizes, trajectory of spray or degrees of arc, as required.
3. All sprinkler heads shall be set perpendicular to finished grades unle
otherwise designated on the plans and at height and distance from wal
buildings, etc., as noted.
B. The Contractor is responsible for protecting all existing landscaping.
existing landscaping removed shall be properly replaced, including any s
C. Testing of Irrigation System:
1. Test all pressure lines under hydrostatic pressure at one hundred fifl
(150)pounds per square inch or fifty (50) pounds per square inch more
the normal static pressure (whichever is greater) and prove watertight.
This test must be performed prior to paving and must hold pressure of
pressure gauge for three (3) hours.
2. Testing of pressure main lines occur prior to installation of electrica
control valves, quick couplers or any other equipment that might prevei
proper test from being performed.
3. All piping under paved main lines shall be tested under hydrostatic
pressure of one hundred fifty (150) pounds per square inch or fifty (5C
pounds per square inch more than normal static pressure (whichever is
Inadequate, without bringing this to the attention of the Agencys
Authorized Representative. This test shall be accomplished and passed
before any ground cover of turf is planted.
8. Upon completion of each phase of work, entire system shall be tested and
adjusted to meet site requirements.
9. Low voltage wiring under paving shall be tested for continuity, prior to
paving when over fifty (5D) feet.
10. No planting of trees, shrubs, ground cover or turf shall be installed prior
to approval of the Irrigation coverage test by the Agencys Authorized
Representative.
3.05 MAINTENANCE
A. The entire sprinkler irrigation system shall be under fully automatic
operation for a period of seven days prior to any planting.
B. The Agencys Authorized Representative reserves the right to waive or
shorten the operation period.
C. After the maintenance period, the Contractor shall demonstrate In the
presence of the Agency's Authorized Representative the system is in perfect
operating order.
3.06 CLEAN-UP
A. Clean-up shall be performed as each portion of the work progresses.
Refuse and excess dirt shall be removed from the site, all walks and paving
shall be washed down, and any damage sustained to the work of others shall
be repaired and work of others shall be repaired, and work returned to its
original condition.
3.07 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
A. The Contractor shall be required to train Agency's maintenance personnel
In proper operation of all major equipment. Provide written evidence of the
person or persons so trained to the Agencys Authorized Representative.
3.08 EXISTING TREES
A. When It Is necessary to excavate adjacent to existing trees, use all
possible care to avoid injury to tree trunk, branches and tree roots.
Excavation in areas where two (2) Inch and larger roots occur shall be done
by hand. All roots two (2) inches and larger in diameter shall be tunneled
under and shall be heavily wrapped with burlap, to prevent scarring or
excessive drying. Where a ditching machine is run close to trees having roots
smaller than two (2) Inches In diameter, the wall of the trench adjacent to
the tree shall be hand trimmed, making clean cuts. Roots one (1) Inch and
larger in diameter shall be painted with two (2) coats of Tree Seal, or
approved equivalent. Trenches adjacent to tree should be backfilled within
twenty-four (24) hours. Where this Is not possible, the side of the trench
adjacent to the tree shall be kept shaded with burlap or canvas.
NOTE:
These are boiler plate specifications.
ProJject to be built utilizing all City of Fontana
CFD Specifications, Details and Standards.
CITY OF FONTANA, CALIFORNIA
SIERRA PARK STREET IMPROVEMENTS
Specifications DATE:
February 101h, 2023
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02/26/2J23 rear FOR
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