SECTION 14 20 10

RESIDENTIAL ELEVATOR

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PART 1    GENERAL
1.1	SECTION INCLUDES
A.	Residential Elevator.
1.2	RELATED SECTIONS
A.	Section 03 30 00 - Cast-in-Place Concrete.
B.	Section 04 40 00 - Stone Assemblies.
C.	Section 06 10 00 - Rough Carpentry.
D.	Section 08 10 00 - Doors and Frames.
E.	Section 09 21 16.23 - Gypsum Board Shaft Wall Assemblies.
F.	Section 09 65 13 - Resilient Base and Accessories.
G.	Division 16 - Electrical:
1.	Electrical characteristics and wiring connections.
2.	Electrical service and wiring connections.
3.	Telephone service and wiring connection.
1.3	REFERENCES
A.	ASME A17.1 /CSA B-44 - Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators.
B.	ASME A17.5 - Elevator and Escalator Electrical Equipment.
C.	NFPA 70 - National Electric Code.
D.	CSA C22.1 - Canadian Electrical Code.
1.4	REGULATORY REQUIREMENTS
A.	Provide passenger elevator in compliance with:
1.	ASME A17.1 - Safety Code for Elevators and Escalators.
2.	ASME A17.5 - Elevator and Escalator Electrical Equipment.
3.	NFPA 70 - National Electric Code.
B.	Provide passenger elevator in compliance with:
1.	CSA B44.1/ASME A17.5 - Elevator and Escalator Electrical Equipment.
2.	CSA C22.1 - Canadian Electric Code.
1.5	SUBMITTALS
A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01 30 00 - Administrative Requirements.
B.	Product Data: Manufacturer's data sheets on elevator, including:
1.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
3.	Installation methods.
C.	Shop Drawings:
1.	Show typical details of assembly, erection and anchorage.
2.	Include wiring diagrams for power, control, and signal systems.
3.	Show complete layout and location of equipment, including required clearances and coordination with hoistway.
D.	Selection Samples: For each finish product specified, two complete sets of color chips representing manufacturer's full range of available colors and patterns.
E.	Manufacturer's Certificates: Certify products meet or exceed specified requirements.
1.6	DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
A.	Store products in manufacturer's unopened packaging until ready for installation.
B.	Store components off the ground in a dry covered area, protected from adverse weather conditions.
1.7	PROJECT CONDITIONS
A.	Do not use elevator for hoisting materials or personnel during construction period.
1.8	WARRANTY
A.	Warranty: Provide a two year limited warranty covering replacement of defective parts and excluding labor. Preventive maintenance agreement required.
B.	Extended Warranty: Provide an additional five year limited warranty covering replacement of defective parts and excluding labor for a total of seven years. Preventive maintenance agreement required.
1.9	MAINTENANCE SERVICE
A.	Furnish service and maintenance for elevator system and components for the following period from Date of Substantial Completion.
1.	One year.
2.	Two years.
3.	Three years.
4.	Four years.
5.	Five years.
6.	Six years.
7.	Seven years.
B.	Include systematic examination, adjustment, and lubrication of elevator equipment. Repair or replace parts whenever required. Use parts produced by manufacturer of original equipment. Replace wire ropes when necessary to maintain required factor of safety.
C.	Provide emergency call back service for this maintenance period.
D.	Perform maintenance work using competent and qualified personnel approved by elevator manufacturer or original installer.
PART 2    PRODUCTS
2.1	MANUFACTURERS
A.	Acceptable Manufacturer:  Garaventa Lift, which is located at: 18920 36th Ave.; Surrey, BC, Canada V3Z 0P6; Tel.Toll Free: 800-663-6556. Tel: 604-594-0422. Fax: 604-594-9915.  Email: request info (productinfo@garaventalift.com); Web: www.garaventalift.com.
B.	Substitutions: Not permitted.
C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01 60 00 - Product Requirements.
2.2	RESIDENTIAL ELEVATORS
A.	Garaventa Elvoron Residential Elevator: 
1.	Capacity: 
a.	750 pounds (340 kg).
b.	1,000 pounds (454 kg). 
2.	Car Size: Maximum of 15 SF (1.39 sm).
a.	36 inches by 48 inches (914 mm by 1219 mm).
b.	36 inches by 54 inches (914 mm by 1372 mm).
c.	36 inches by 60 inches (914 mm by 1525 mm).
d.	40 inches by 50 inches (1016 mm by 1270 mm). 
e.	40 inches by 54 inches (1016 mm by 1372 mm).
f.	42 inches by 60 inches (1067 mm by 1525 mm). 
g.	48 inches by 60 inches (1219 mm by 1525 mm). 
3.	Car height and Overhead Clearance: 
a.	Nominal 84 inch car height:  
1)	Total overhead clearance required is 96 inches (2238 mm) above the upper landing level with the following exception. Total overhead clearance for In-line Drive System with Electrical Control box located inside hoistway is 108 inches (2743 mm).
b.	Nominal 96 inch car height: Not available with Upgrade or Premium Door Packages. 
1)	Total overhead clearance required is 108 inches (2743 mm) above the upper landing level with the following exception. Total overhead clearance for In-line Drive System with Electrical Control box located inside hoistway is 120 inches (3048 mm).
4.	Platform Configuration:
a.	Styles 1L and 1R: On/Off Same Side Entry/Exit, Adjacent to rails: One side opening only.
b.	Style 2: Straight Through Entry/Exit: Front and rear openings.
c.	Styles 3 and 4: 90 Degree Entry/Exit: Front and side openings.
d.	Style 5: On/Off Same Side Entry/Exit, Opposite rails: One front opening only.
5.	Travel: 
a.	_____ feet ____ inches.
b.	As indicated on the Drawings.
6.	Stops:
a.	2 stops.
b.	3 stops.
c.	4 stops.
d.	5 stops.
e.	6 stops.
f.	As indicated on the Drawings.
7.	Speed: Nominal 40 feet per minute (0.2 m/sec).
8.	Pit Depth: As required by manufacturer shop drawings. 
9.	Drive System: 
a.	Hydraulic Drive (HR): 1:2 Cable Hydraulic, heavy duty car sling with roller guide shoes running on 8 lb. per foot steel T-rails, quiet submersed pump and motor (3 HP), factory pre-set and tested 2-speed valve for smooth start and stop. Pump unit to be located in a machine room outside of the hoistway.
b.	In-line Geared Drive (MR): Counterweighted geared drive, heavy duty car sling with roller guides running on 8 lb. per foot steel T-rails. Motor (2 HP) mounted above guide rails. No machine room required. Electronic control box can be located at the top of the hoistway or remotely located. A 6 inch by 6 inch (152 mm by 152 mm) access hatch located at the upper landing is required for emergency manual lowering.
10.	Power Requirements:
a.	230 VAC, 30 Amp, Single Phase (Hydraulic Drive). 
b.	208 VAC, 20 Amp, Three Phase (Hydraulic Drive).
c.	230 VAC, 15 Amp, Single Phase (In-Line Geared Drive).
d.	A Separate 115-Volt, 15 Amp Circuit is required for car lighting.
11.	Controls: 
a.	Garaventa-Design PLC Controller with integrated self diagnostics. 
b.	Fully automatic push button at car and hall landings.
c.	Automatic car lighting.
d.	Digital floor indicator in Car.
12.	Door Package:
a.	Standard Door Package: Swinging hoistway landing door(s) and an accordion car gate:
1)	Solid core wood door (swing type) that protects entrance into the hoistway as specified in Section 08 10 00 - Doors and Frames at each landing.
a)	Hallway landing doors and flush frames provided by others. Flush frames are special door frames that allow for the door to sit substantially flush to the elevator side of the hoistway wall and open away from the elevator. 
b)	36 inches by 80 inches by 1-3/4 inches solid core hallway landing doors provided by others. Flush door frames provided by manufacturer for each landing. Landing doors fitted to flush frames by others. 
c)	36 inches by 80 inches by 1-3/4 inches six panel steel landing doors prehung on flush frames provided by manufacturer. 
2)	Provide a door interlock at each door entrance, which will prevent operation of the elevator unless the hoistway door is closed and locked or prevent opening of the hoistway door from landing unless the elevator cab is within the landing zone.
3)	Accordion style gate equipped with a gate safety switch mounted on all opening sides of the car. Gate safety switch is to prevent car from leaving landing zone when gate is open.
4)	Finish on Accordion Gate Hardware:
a)	Nickel.
b)	Bronze.
5)	Finish on Accordion Gate Panels:
a)	3 clear acrylic panels located closest to the handle, the remainder of the panels to be white.
b)	3 clear acrylic panels located closest to the handle, the remainder of the panels to be antique white.
c)	3 clear acrylic panels located closest to the handle, the remainder of the panels to be black.
d)	All panels to be white.
e)	All panels to be antique white. 
f)	All panels to be black. 
g)	All panels to be clear acrylic 
h)	All panels to be bronze acrylic. 
i)	All panels to be perforated aluminum. 
6)	Power Door Operator: Automatically opens the door/gate when platform arrives at a landing. Will also open at landing by pressing the call button. 
a)	ADA Compliant and obstruction sensitive. 
b)	Low voltage, 24 VDC with all wiring concealed. 
c)	Provide power operators at the following locations: 
1)	Car Gate. 
2)	Hall door(s). Indicate floors.
b.	Upgrade Door Package: Swinging hoistway landing doors and automatic three speed side sliding elevator car door(s): 
1)	Solid core wood door (swing type) that protects entrance into the hoistway as specified in Section 08200 at each landing. 
a)	Hallway landing doors and flush frames provided by others. Flush frames are special door frames that allow for the door to sit substantially flush to the elevator side of the hoistway wall and open away from the elevator. 
b)	36 inches by 80 inches by 1-3/4 inches solid core hallway landing doors provided by others. Flush door frames provided by manufacturer for each landing. Landing doors fitted to flush frames by others. 
c)	36 inches by 80 inches by 1-3/4 inches six panel steel landing doors prehung on flush frames provided by manufacturer. 
2)	Door Interlock: Provide a door interlock at each door entrance, which will prevent operation of the elevator unless the hoistway door is closed and locked or prevent opening of the hoistway door from landing unless the elevator cab is within the landing zone. 
3)	Power Door Operator: Automatically opens the door/gate when platform arrives at a landing. Will also open at landing by pressing the call button. 
a)	ADA Compliant and obstruction sensitive. 
b)	Low voltage, 24 VDC with all wiring concealed. 
c)	Provide power operators at the following locations: 
1)	Hall door(s). Indicate floors__. 
4)	Three speed side sliding elevator door(s) mounted on all opening sides of the car. Fully automatic operation. A safety light obstruction sensor opens the door if an obstruction is sensed while the door is closing. 
5)	Sliding Door Finish: 
a)	White powdercoat.
b)	Black powdercoat.
c)	Brushed stainless steel.
c.	Premium Door Package: Tandem three speed side sliding elevator hall and car doors: 
1)	Three speed side sliding elevator door(s) mounted on all opening sides of the car. Fully automatic operation. Sliding hall landing doors engage with sliding car doors as elevator car approaches each landing. Sliding doors operate in tandem. A safety light obstruction sensor opens the door if an obstruction is sensed while the door is closing. Finish on Sliding Hoistway Doors: 
a)	White powdercoat.
b)	Black powdercoat. 
c)	Brushed stainless steel.
2)	Three speed side sliding elevator doors to be mounted at all hoistway entrances. Sliding hall landing doors engage with sliding car doors as elevator car approaches each landing. Sliding doors operate in tandem. A safety light obstruction sensor opens the door if an obstruction is sensed while the door is closing. Finish on Sliding Hoistway Entrance Doors: 
a)	Primer finish 
b)	Brushed stainless steel finish. 
13.	Safety Features:
a.	Manual lowering device.
b.	Safety brake system.
c.	Car operator with integral gate switch.
d.	Safety light door obstruction sensor. Automatic bi-directional floor leveling.
e.	Emergency alarm button in car, Emergency keyed stop switch in car.
f.	Overspeed valve provided for hydraulic drive only.
g.	Final limit switch.
h.	Low oil protection timer circuit provided for hydraulic drive only.
i.	Pit prop.
14.	Standard Features: 
a.	Automatic home parking.
15.	Options: 
a.	Integrated telephone.
b.	Telephone box.
c.	Buffer springs (increases pit depth).
d.	Keyed hall station(s).
16.	Machine Room Location:
a.	As indicated on the Drawings.
17.	Interior: Cab wall substrate.
a.	1/2 inch MDF.
b.	3/4 inch MDF. 
18.	Interior Car Walls:
a.	Unfinished MDF. 
b.	Mahogany unfinished wood veneer. 
c.	Birch unfinished wood veneer. 
d.	Maple unfinished wood veneer.  
e.	Walnut unfinished wood veneer. 
f.	Red Oak unfinished wood veneer.  
g.	Hickory unfinished wood veneer.  
h.	Cherry unfinished wood veneer.  
i.	Bamboo unfinished wood veneer.  
j.	Makore unfinished wood veneer. 
k.	Recessed panel unfinished Red Oak Hardwood. 
l.	Recessed panel unfinished Maple Hardwood. 
m.	Recessed panel unfinished Cherry Hardwood. 
n.	Raised panel unfinished Red Oak Hardwood. 
o.	Raised panel unfinished Maple Hardwood. 
p.	Raised panel unfinished Cherry Hardwood. 
q.	Provide with Clear Coat finish over wood veneer or hardwood.
r.	White * Melamine. *
s.	Antique White Melamine. 
t.	Light Maple Melamine. 
u.	Dark Maple Melamine. 
v.	Gray Melamine. 
w.	Oak Melamine. 
x.	Walnut Melamine. 
19.	Ceiling Finish: 3/4 inch MDF.
a.	Mahogany unfinished wood veneer. 
b.	Birch unfinished wood veneer. 
c.	Maple unfinished wood veneer.  
d.	Walnut unfinished wood veneer. 
e.	Red Oak unfinished wood veneer.  
f.	Hickory unfinished wood veneer.  
g.	Cherry unfinished wood veneer.  
h.	Bamboo unfinished wood veneer.  
i.	Makore unfinished wood veneer. 
j.	Recessed panel unfinished Red Oak Hardwood. 
k.	Recessed panel unfinished Maple  Hardwood. 
l.	Recessed panel unfinished Cherry Hardwood.
m.	Raised panel unfinished Red Oak Hardwood.
n.	Raised panel unfinished Maple Hardwood. 
o.	Raised panel unfinished Cherry Hardwood. 
p.	Provide with Clear Coat finish over wood veneer or hardwood. 
20.	Handrails: 
a.	Stainless Steel, brushed finish 
b.	Premium Stainless Steel, brushed finish  
c.	Premium Stainless Steel, polished finish  
d.	Premium Brass, brushed finish 
e.	Premium Brass, polished finish  
21.	Car Operating Panel Finish:  
a.	Stainless Steel, brushed finish 
b.	Premium Stainless Steel, brushed finish 
c.	Premium Bright Gold finish 
d.	Premium Midnight Blue finish 
e.	Premium Antique Black finish 
22.	Floor: 3/4 inch MDF unfinished.
23.	Lighting: Four recessed LED downlights.
a.	110 VAC, 1 single phase, 15 Amps. 
b.	Failure of one lamp shall not cause the remaining lamps to extinguish. 
c.	Lights shall turn on automatically when elevator door is opened and stay on while elevator is in use. Lights will automatically turn off after a predetermined time interval when elevator is not in use.
d.	Finish: 
1)	White Trim. 
2)	Black Trim. 
3)	Chrome Trim. 
24.	Hall Call Stations: 
a.	Hall Station Type: 
1)	Standard Keyless Push Button 
2)	Premium Keyless Push Button 
3)	Standard Keyed Push Button 
4)	Premium Keyed Push Button 
5)	Premium Keyless Push Button with Digital Position Indicator 
6)	Premium Keyed Push Button with Digital Position Indicator 
b.	Hall Station Finish: 
1)	Stainless Steel, brushed finish 
2)	Premium Stainless Steel, brushed finish 
3)	Premium Bright Gold finish 
4)	Premium Midnight Blue finish 
5)	Premium Antique Black finish
B.	Garaventa Elvoron Stella Hydraulic Elevator:
1.	Capacity: 
a.	1,000 pounds (455 kg).
b.	1,400 pounds (635 kg). 
2.	Car Size: Maximum of 18 SF (1.67 sm).
a.	Style 1L: 48 inches by 54 inches (1220 by 1372 mm) with one side right sliding doors.
b.	Style 1L: 42 inches by 60 inches (1067 by 1524 mm) with one side right sliding doors.
c.	Style 1R: 48 inches by 54 inches (1220 by 1372 mm) with one side left sliding doors
d.	Style 1R: 42 inches by 60 inches (1067 by 1524 mm) with one side left sliding doors.
e.	Style 2: 48 inches by 54 inches (1220 by 1372 mm) with sliding doors at each end.
f.	Style 2: 42 inches by 60 inches (1067 by 1524 mm) with sliding doors at each end.
g.	Style 3: 51 inches by 51 inches (1295 by 1295 mm) with sliding doors on two sides.
h.	Style 4: 51 inches by 51 inches (1295 by 1295 mm) with sliding doors on two sides. 
3.	Travel: 
a.	_____ feet ____ inches.
b.	As indicated on the Drawings.
4.	Stops:
a.	2 stops.
b.	3 stops.
c.	4 stops.
d.	5 stops.
e.	6 stops.
f.	As indicated on the Drawings.
5.	Speed: Nominal 40 feet per minute (0.2 m/sec).
6.	Pit Depth: Minimum 14 inches (355 mm) required. 
7.	Overhead: Total overhead clearance (Refuge Space) 135 inches (3330 mm) above the finished upper landing floor. This space allowance can be reduced to 114" (2896 mm) with the use of a car top prop.
8.	Drive System: 1:2 Cable Hydraulic, Heavy Duty car sling with roller guide shoes running on 8 lb. per foot steel T-rails, Quiet submersed pump and motor, factory pre-set and tested 2-speed valve for smooth start and stop.
9.	Power Requirements:
a.	230 VAC, single phase, 40 amp.
b.	208 VAC 3 phase, 30 amp.
c.	Provide separate 115-Volt, 15 Amp Circuit for car lighting. 
10.	Controls: 
a.	Garaventa-Design PLC Controller with integrated self diagnostics. 
b.	Fully automatic push button at car and landings.
c.	Automatic car light switch upon entry.
d.	Digital floor indicator in Car.
e.	Car arrival lanterns in car door jamb.
11.	Car and Hoistway Doors: Nominal 36 inch by 80 inch (914 by 2032 mm) two-speed horizontal sliding hoistway and car doors.
a.	Hall Door Finish 
1)	Stainless Steel, brushed finish. 
2)	Prime painted steel.
b.	Car Door Finish: 
1)	Stainless Steel, brushed finish. 
2)	White powdercoat. 
3)	Black powdercoat. 
12.	Safety Features:
a.	Emergency back-up power with a manual lowering device.
b.	Safety brake system.
c.	Car operator with integral gate switch.
d.	Automatic bi-directional floor leveling.
e.	Emergency alarm button in car, Emergency keyed stop switch in car.
f.	Overspeed valve.
g.	Final limit switch.
h.	Low oil protection timer circuit.
13.	Standard Features: 
a.	Car direction lantern comes with audio and visual signals.
b.	Full height photo-electric door sensors.
c.	Automatic home park feature (can be disengaged during installation if desired).
14.	Options: 
a.	Integrated telephone.
b.	Car top prop (required where overhead clearance < 135")
c.	Buffer springs (increases your pit depth).
d.	Keyed hoistway access
15.	Machine Location: 
a.	As indicated on the Drawings.
16.	Interior Walls: 
a.	Laminate panel sections.  
1)	Designer White 
2)	Dove Gray  
3)	Cloud Nebula 
4)	Kensington Maple 
5)	New Age Oak 
6)	Empire Mahogany 
7)	Custom as selected by the Architect 
b.	Wood veneer panel sections 
1)	Maple 
2)	Red Oak 
3)	Cherry 
4)	Mahogany 
5)	Birch 
6)	Walnut 
7)	Hickory 
8)	Makore 
9)	Bamboo 
17.	Cab Frame: 
a.	Mild steel powder coated black 
b.	Mild steel powder coated white 
c.	Stainless Steel 
d.	Mild steel powder coated in a custom color as selected by the Architect. 
18.	Ceiling Finish: 
a.	White. 
b.	Black. 
c.	Stainless Steel, brushed finish. 
d.	Custom as selected by the Architect.
19.	Handrail Finish:
a.	Standard Stainless Steel, brushed finish.
b.	Standard Oil rubbed bronze finish.
c.	Premium Stainless Steel, brushed finish. 
d.	Premium Stainless Steel, polished finish. 
e.	Premium Brass, brushed finish. 
f.	Premium Brass, polished finish. 
20.	Car Operating Panel Finish: 
a.	Standard Stainless Steel, brushed finish.
b.	Premium Stainless Steel, brushed finish. 
c.	Premium Bright Gold finish. 
d.	Premium Midnight Blue finish. 
e.	Premium Antique Black finish.  
21.	Floor: Unfinished 3/4 inch plywood construction.
22.	Lighting: Four recessed LED down lights, 
a.	110 VAC, 1 phase, 15 Amps.
b.	Failure of one lamp shall not cause the remaining lamps to extinguish.
c.	Lights shall turn on automatically when the elevator door is opened and stay on while the elevator is in use. Lights will automatically turn off after a predetermined time interval when the elevator is not in use.
d.	Finish:
1)	White Trim.
2)	Black Trim.
3)	Optional Chrome Trim
23.	Hall Station Type:
a.	Standard Keyless Push Button.
b.	Standard Keyed Push Button.
c.	Premium Keyless Push Button 
d.	Premium Keyed Push Button. 
e.	Premium Keyless Push Button with Digital Position Indicator. 
f.	Premium Keyed Push Button with Digital Position Indicator. 
24.	Hall Station Finish:
a.	Standard Stainless Steel, brushed finish.
b.	Premium Stainless Steel, brushed finish. 
c.	Premium Bright Gold finish. 
d.	Premium Midnight Blue finish. 
e.	Premium Antique Black finish. 
PART 3    EXECUTION
3.1	EXAMINATION
A.	Do not begin installation until preliminary work including hoistway, landings and machine space has been properly prepared.
B.	Verify shaft and machine space are of correct size and within tolerances.
C.	Verify required landings and openings are of correct size and within tolerances.
D.	Verify hoistway shaft and machine room temperature is designed to have maintainable temperatures between 60 degrees F (16 degrees C) and 110 degrees F (43 degrees C).
E.	Verify machine room, when required, is provided with lighting, light switch, convenience outlets and meets the clear space requirements of ASME A17.1 /CSA B-44, NFPA 70 (CSA/C22.1) and all local codes. 
F.	Verify hoistway and openings are of correct size and within tolerance.
G.	Verify electrical power is available and of correct characteristics.
H.	If preliminary work is the responsibility of another installer, notify Architect of unsatisfactory preparation before proceeding.
3.2	PREPARATION
A.	Clean surfaces thoroughly prior to installation.
B.	Prepare surfaces using the methods recommended by the manufacturer for achieving the best result for the substrate under the project conditions.
3.3	INSTALLATION
A.	Install elevator in accordance with applicable regulatory requirements including ASME A17.1 /CSA B-44 and the manufacturer's instructions.
B.	Install system components and connect to building utilities.
C.	Accommodate equipment in space indicated.
D.	Startup equipment in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.
E.	Adjust for smooth operation.
3.4	FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
A.	Perform tests in compliance with ASME A17.1 /CSA B-44 and as required by authorities having jurisdiction.
B.	Schedule tests with agencies and Architect, Owner, and Contractor present.
3.5	CLEANING
A.	Remove protective coverings from finished surfaces.
B.	Clean surfaces and components.
3.6	PROTECTION
A.	Protect installed products until completion of project.
B.	Touch-up, repair or replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

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