Formed sheet metal work for flashing, gutters and downspouts are specified in this section.

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1 SECTION FLASHING AND SHEET METAL PART 1 -GENERAL 1.1. DESCRIPTION Formed sheet metal work for flashing, gutters and downspouts are specified in this section SUBMITTALS Submit in accordance with Section 01340, SAMPLES AND SHOP DRAWINGS Shop Drawings: Flashings Copings Gutter and Conductors 1.3. CERTIFICATES Stating that aluminum has been given - specified finish thickness of formulators approvals as specified APPLICABLE PUBLICATIONS The publications listed below for a part of this specification to extend referenced. The publications are referenced in the text by the basic designation only American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM): A Stainless and Heat-Resisting Chromium-Nickel Steel Plate, Sheet, and Strip A526/A526M Steel Sheet Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot- Dip Process, Commercial Quality A527/A527M Steel Sheet Zinc-Coated (Galvanized) by the Hot- Dip Process, Lock-Forming Quality B Aluminum and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate B Copper Sheet and Strip for Building Construction D Rubber Properties in Tension D Asphalt Base Emulsions for Use as Protective Coatings for Metal D Rigid Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlorinated Poly (Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds D Coal Tar Roof Cement D Asphalt Roof Cement, Asbestos Free Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA): Architectural Sheet Metal Manual (Fifth Edition, 1993) National Association of Architectural Metal Manufacturers (NAAMM): AMP 500 Series... Metal Finishes Manual American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA): FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

2 Voluntary Specification for High Performance Organic Coatings on Architectural Extrusions Panels Federal Specification (Fed. Spec): O-F-506C FF-S-325 Flux, Soldering; Paste and Liquid Shield, Expansion; Nail, Expansion; and Nail, INT AMD 3... Drive Screw (Devices, Anchoring, Masonry) QQ-S-571F Solder, Electronic (96 to 485 C) RR-W-365A... Wire Fabric (Insect Screening) UU-B-790A... Building Paper, Vegetable Fiber PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS SHEET MATERIALS: Structural Quality Galvanized Steel Sheet: Hot-dipped zinc-coated steel sheet complying with ASTM A 446 with G90 coating complying with ASTM A 525, Grade C or to suit manufacturer's standards Panels shall be fabricated from 24 gauge (0.0239"), zinc-coated steel sheets to profile specified. 2.2 METAL FINISHES GENERAL: Factory apply coatings either before or after forming and fabricating panels, as required by coating process and as required for maximum coating performance capability. Protect coating either by application of strippable film or by packing plastic film or other suitable material between panels in a manner to properly protect the finish. Furnish air-drying spray finish in matching color for touch-up FINISHES: Copings, gravel stops, trim, gutters, downspouts, accessories, etc. shall be factory finished with manufacturer's standard fluropolymer coating system consisting of two-coat, thermocured, full-strength, 70 percent Kynar 500 coating as follows: Primer: 0.25 to 0.35 mil Top Coat: 0.70 to 0.90 mil Texture shall be smooth; except for soffit panels may be textured Gloss: Copings, gutters, trim, etc. shall have a 30 percent reflective gloss when tested in accordance with ASTM D Durability: Provide coating that has been field tested under normal range of weathering conditions for minimum of 20 years without significant peel, blister, flake, chip, crack, or check in finish; without chalking in excess of No.8 in accordance with ASTM D 659; and without fading in excess of five (5) NBS units Color: As selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard colors FLUX: Fed. Spec. 0-F-506, Type I, Form A orb, & Type II, Form A or B SOLDER: Fed. Spec. QQ-S-571; flux type and alloy composition as required for use with metals to be soldered STAINLESS STEEL: ASTM A167, Type 302 or 304, dead soft temper. FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

3 2.2.6 COPPER: ASTM B370, cold-rolled temper BITUMINOUS PAINT: ASTM D 1187, Type I. 2.3 FASTENERS: Use copper, copper alloy, bronze, brass, or stainless steel for copper and copper clad stainless steel, and stainless steel for stainless steel and aluminum alloy. Use galvanized steel or stainless steel for galvanized steel NAILS: Minimum diameter for copper nails: 3 mm (0.109 inch) Minimum diameter for aluminum nails 3 mm ( inch) Minimum diameter for stainless steel nails: 2 mm (0.095 inch) and annular threaded Length to provide not less than 22 mm (7/8 inch) penetration into anchorage RNETS: Not less than 3 mm (1/8 inch) diameter EXPANSION SHIELDS: Fed. Spec. FF-S-325, Group II or III ROOF CEMENT: ASTM D4022 or D SHEET METAL THICKNESS Except as otherwise shown or specified use thickness or weight of sheet metal as follows: EXPOSED LOCATIONS: Copper: 0.4 Kg (16 oz) Stainless steel: 0.4 mm (0.015 inch) Copper clad stainless steel: 0.4 mm (0.015 inch) Thickness of aluminum or galvanized steel is specified with each item. 2.5 FABRICATION, GENERAL JOINTING: In general, copper, stainless steel and copper clad stainless steel joints, except expansion and contraction joints, shall be locked and soldered Jointing of copper over 0.5 Kg (20 oz) weight or stainless steel over 0.45 mm (0.018 inch) thick shall be done by lapping, riveting and soldering Joints shall conform to following requirements: Flat-lockjoints shall finish not less than 19 mm (3/4 inch) wide Lap joints subject to stress shall finish not less than 25 mm (one inch) wide and shall be soldered and riveted Unsoldered lap joints shall finish not less than 100 mm (4 inches) wide Flat and lap joints shall be made in direction of flow Edges of bituminous coated copper, copper covered paper, nonreinforced elastomeric sheeting and polyethylene coated copper shall be jointed by lapping not less than 100 mm (4 inches) in the direction of flow and cementing with asphalt roof cement or sealant as required by the manufacturer's printed instructions SOLDERING: Pre tin both mating surfaces with solder for a width not less than 38 mm (1 1/2 inches) of uncoated copper, stainless steel, and copper clad stainless steel. FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

4 Wire brush to produce a bright surface before soldering lead coated copper Treat in accordance with metal producers recommendations other sheet metal required to be soldered Completely remove acid and flux after soldering is completed CLEATS: Fabricate cleats to secure flashings and sheet metal work over mm (12 inches) wide and where specified Provide cleats for maximum spacing of300 mm (12 inch) centers unless specified otherwise Form cleats of same metal and weights or thickness as the sheet installed unless specified otherwise. metal being Fabricate cleats from 50 mm (2 inch) wide strip. Form end with not less than 19 mm (314 inch) wide loose lock to item for anchorage. Form other end oflength to receive nails free of item to be anchored and end edge to be folded over and cover nail heads EDGE STRIPS OR CONTINUOUS CLEATS: Fabricate continuous edge strips where shown and specified to secure loose edges of the sheet metal work Except as otherwise specified, fabricate edge strips or minimum 0.6 Kg (24 ounce) copper Use material compatible with sheet metal to be secured by the edge strip Fabricate in 3000 mm (10 feet) maximum lengths with not less than 19 mm (314 inch) loose lock into metal secured by edge strip Fabricate Strips for fascia anchorage to extend below the supporting wood construction to form a drip and to allow the flashing to be hooked over the lower edge at least 19 mm (3/4-inch) Fabricate anchor edge maximum width of75 mm (3 inches) or of sufficient width to provide adequate bearing area to insure a rigid installation using II 1 Kg (32 oz) copper II 0.8 mm (0.031 inch) thick stainless steel II 1.6 mm ( inch) thick aluminum Drips: Form drips at lower edge of sheet metal counter-flashings (cap flashings), fascias, gravel stops, wall copings, by folding edge back 13 mm (112 inch) and bending out 45 degrees from vertical to carry water away from the wall Form drip to provide hook to engage cleat or edge strip for fastening for not less than 19 mm (314 inch) loose lock where shown EDGES: Edges of flashings concealed in masonry joints opposite drain side shall be turned up 6 mm (114 inch) to form dam, unless otherwise specified or shown otherwise Finish exposed edges of flashing with a 6 mm (1/4 inch) hem formed by folding edge of flashing back on itselfwhen not hooked to edge strip or cleat. Use 6 mm (114 inch) minimum penetration beyond wall face with drip for through-wall flashing exposed edge. FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

5 2.5.8 METAL OPTIONS: 2.6 FINISH Where options are permitted for different metals use only one metal throughout Stainless steel may be used in concealed locations for fasteners of other metals exposed to view Where copper gravel stops, copings and flashings will carry water onto cast stone, stone, or architectural concrete, or stainless steel Use same finish on adjacent metal or components and exposed metal surfaces unless specified or shown otherwise In accordance with NAAMM Metal Finishes Manual, unless otherwise specified Finish exposed metal surfaces as follows, unless specified otherwise: Copper: Mill finish Stainless Steel: Finish No. 2B or 2D Steel and Galvanized Steel: Finish painted under Section 2.1B above 2.7 BASE FLASHING Use metal base flashing at vertical surfaces intersecting built-up roofing without cant strips or where shown Use either copper, or stainless steel, thickness specified unless specified otherwise When flashing is over 250 mm (10 inches) in vertical height or horizontal width use either 0.5 Kg (20 oz) copper or 0.5 mm (0.018 inch) stainless steel Use stainless steel at aluminum roof curbs where flashing contacts the aluminum Use either copper or stainless steel at pipe flashings Fabricate metal base flashing up vertical surfaces not less than 200 mm (8 inch) nor more than 400 mm (16 inch) Fabricate roof flange not less than 100 mm (4 inches) wide unless shown otherwise. When base flashing length exceeds 2400 mm (8 feet) form flange edge with 13 mm (1/2 inch) hem to receive cleats Form base flashing bent from strip except pipe flashing. Fabricate ends for riveted soldered lap seam joints. Fabricate expansion joint ends as specified Pipe Flashing: (Other than engine exhaust or flue stack) Fabricate roof flange not less than 100 mm (4 inches) beyond sleeve on all sides Extend sleeve up and around pipe and flange out at bottom not less than 13 mm (112 inch) and solder to flange and sleeve seam to make watertight At low pipes 200 mm (8 inch) to 450 mm (18 inch) above roof: Form top of sleeve to turn down into the pipe at least 25 mm (one inch) Allow for loose fit around and into the pipe At high pipes and pipes with goosenecks or other obstructions which would prevent turning the flashing down into the pipe: FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

6 Extend sleeve up not less than 300 mm (12 inch) above roofing Allow for loose fit around pipe. 2.8 COUNTERFLASHING Either copper or stainless steel, unless specified otherwise Fabricate to lap base flashing a minimum of 100 mm (4 inches) with drip Form lock seams for outside comers. Allow for lap joints at ends and inside comers In general, form flashing in lengths not less than 2400 mm (8 feet) and not more than 3000 mm (10 feet) Two-piece, lock in type flashing may be used in lieu of one piece counter-flashing Manufactured assemblies may be used Where counter flashing is installed at new work use an integral flange at the top designed to be extended into the masonry joint or reglet in concrete Where counter flashing is installed at existing work use surface applied type, formed to provide a space for the application of sealant at the top edge ONE-PIECE COUNTER FLASHING: Back edge turned up and fabricated to lock into reglet in concrete Upper edge formed to extend full depth of masonry unit in mortar joint with back edge turned up 6 mm (114 inch) TWO-PIECE COUNTER FLASHING: Receiver to extend into masonry wall depth of masonry unit with back edge turned up 6 mm (114 inch) and exposed edge designed to receive and lock counter flashing upper edge when inserted Counter flashing upper edge designed to snap lock into receiver SURF ACE MOUNTED COUNTER FLASHING; ONE OR TWO PIECE: Use at existing or new surfaces where flashing can not be inserted in vertical surface One piece fabricate upper edge folded double for 65 mm (2 1/2 inches) with top 19 mm (3/4 inch) bent out to form "V" joint sealant pocket with vertical surface. Perforate flat double area against vertical surface with horizontally slotted fastener holes at 400 mm (16 inch) centers between end holes. Option: One piece surface mounted counter-flashing (cap flashing) may be used. Fabricate as detailed on Plate 51 of SMACNA Architectural Sheet Metal Manual Two pieces: Fabricate upper edge to lock into surface mounted receiver. Fabricate receiver joint sealant pocket on upper edge and lower edge to receive counter flashing, with slotted fastener holes at 400 mm (16 inch) centers between upper and lower edge PIPE COUNTER FLASHING: Form flashing for water-tight umbrella with upper portion against pipe to receive a draw band and upper edge to form a "V" joint sealant receiver approximately 19 mm (3/4 inch) deep Fabricate 100 mm (4 inch) over lap at end Fabricate draw band of same metal as counter flashing. Use 0.6 Kg (24 oz) copper or 0.33 mm (0.013 inch) thick stainless steel or copper coated stainless steel. FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

7 2.9 COPINGS Use stainless steel bolt on draw band tightening assembly Vent pipe counter flashing may be fabricated to omit draw band and turn down 25 mm (one inch) inside vent pipe Fabricate of24 gauge galvanized prefinished panels with Kynar 500 finish Fabricate coping to profile shown Use continuous edge strips with drips at bottom edges on exterior wall side. Use slotted holes for fasteners on roof wall side if continuous cleats or edge strips are not used Form joints between sections with either alternate 4 or 5 as shown on plate 68, SMACNA, unless shown otherwise Fabricate comers with mitered joints, riveted and soldered Fabricate ends of coping terminating at vertical building surfaces to form a slot for the installation of sealant Fabricate exterior ends of coping closures of same appearance as exterior wall side OVERFLOW SCUPPERS Fabricate elbows by mitering, riveting, and soldering except seal aluminum in lieu of solder. Lap upper section to the inside of the lower piece Extend wall edge not less than (two inches) from face of wall Solder joints for water tight assembly EXHAUST PIPE OR FLUE OR STACK FLASHING Reuse existing stacks and flashings. Provide new counter flashings as detailed. PART 3 -EXECUTION 3.1 GENERAL Install flashing and sheet metal items as shown in Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association, Inc., publication, ARCHITECTURAL SHEET METAL MANUAL, except as otherwise shown or specified Apply Sealant as specified Apply sheet metal and other flashing material to surfaces which are smooth, sound, clean, dry and free from defects that might affect the application Remove projections which would puncture the materials and fill holes and depressions with material compatible with the substrate. Cover holes or cracks in wood wider than 6 mm (1/4 inch) with sheet metal compatible with the roofing and flashing material used Apply a layer of7 Kg (15 pound) (saturated felt followed by a layer of rosin paper to wood surfaces to be covered with copper. Lap each ply 50 mm (2 inch) with the slope and nail with large headed copper nails Confine direct nailing of sheet metal to strips 300 mm (12 inch) or less wide. Nail flashing along one edge only. Space nails not over 100 mm (4 inches) on center unless specified otherwise Install bolts, rivets, and screws where indicated, specified, or required in accordance with the SMACNA Sheet Metal Manual. Space rivets at 75 mm (3 inch) on centers in two FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

8 rows in a staggered position. Use neoprene washers under fastener heads when fastener head is exposed Coordinate with roofing work for the installation of metal base flashings and other metal items having roof flanges for anchorage and watertight installation Nail continuous cleats on 75 mm (3 inch) on centers in two rows in a staggered position Nail individual cleats with two nails and bend end tab over nail heads. Lock other end of cleat into hemmed edge Install flashings in conjunction with other trades so that flashings are inserted in other materials and joined together to provide a water tight installation Where required to prevent galvanic action between dissimilar metal isolate the contact areas of dissimilar metal with sheet lead, waterproof building paper, or a coat of bituminous paint. 3.2 BASE FLASHING Install where roof membrane type base flashing is not used and where shown Install flashing at intersections of roofs with vertical surfaces or at penetrations through roofs, to provide watertight construction Install metal flashings and accessories having flanges extending out on top of the built-up roofing before final bituminous coat and roof aggregate is applied Set flanges in heavy trowel coat of roof cement and nail through flanges into wood nailers over bituminous roofing Secure flange by nailing through roofing into wood blocking with nails spaced 75 mm (3 inch) on centers or, when flange over 100 mm (4 inch) wide terminate in a 13 mm (112 inch) folded edge anchored with cleats spaced 200 mm (8 inch) on center. Secure one end of cleat over nail heads. Lock other end into the seam For long runs ofbase flashings install in lengths of not less than 2400 mm (8 feet) nor more than 3000 mm (ten feet). Install a 75 mm (3 inch) wide slip type, loose lock expansion joint filled with sealant in joints ofbase flashing sections over 2400 mm (8 feet) in length. Lock and solder comer joints at comers Extend base flashing up under counter flashing of roof specialties and accessories or equipment not less than 75 mm (3 inch). 3.3 COUNTERFLASHING GENERAL: Install counter flashing over and in conjunction with installation of base flashings, except as otherwise specified or shown Install counter flashing to lap base flashings not less than 100 mm ( 4 inch) Install upper edge or top of counter flashing not less than 225 mm (9 inch) above top of the roofing Lap joints not less than 100 mm ( 4 inch). Stagger joints with relation to metal base flashing joints Use surface applied counter flashing on existing surfaces and new work where not possible to integrate into item When fastening to concrete or masonry, use screws driven in expansion shields set in concrete or masonry. Use screws to wood and sheet metal. Set fasteners in mortar joints of masonry work. FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

9 3.3.2 ONE PIECE COUNTER FLASHING: Where flashing is installed at new masonry, coordinate to insure proper height, embed in mortar, and end lap Where flashing is installed in reglet in concrete insert upper edge into reglet. Hold flashing in place with lead wedges spaced not more than 200 mm (8 inch) apart. Fill joint with sealant Where flashing is surface mounted on flat surfaces When top edge is double folded anchor flat portion below sealant "V" joint with fasteners spaced not over 400 mm (16 inch) on center Locate fasteners in masonry mortar joints Use screws to sheet metal or wood Fill joint at top with sealant Where flashing or hood is mounted on pipe Secure with draw band tight against pipe Set hood and secure to pipe with a one by 25 mm x 3 mm (1 x 1/8 inch) bolt on stainless steel draw band type clamp, or a stainless worm gear type clamp Completely fill joint at top with sealant. 3.4 TWO-PIECE COUNTER FLASHING Where receiver is installed at new masonry coordinate to insure proper height, embed in mortar, and lap Surface applied type receiver: Secure to face construction in accordance, with manufacturers instructions Completely fill space at the top edge of receiver with sealant Insert counter flashing in receiver in accordance with fabricator or manufacturer's instructions and to fit tight against base flashing Where vented edge occur install so lower edge of counter flashing is against base flashing When counter flashing is a component of other flashing install as shown. 3.5 OVERFLOW SCUPPERS Where scuppers discharge fasten and seal joint Set plumb and anchor to wall Install elbows, offsets and shoes where shown and required. Slope not less than 45 degrees. END OF SECTION FLASHING AND SHEET METAL

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11 SECTION JOINT SEALANTS PART 1 - GENERAL 1. 1 Related Documents Drawings and general prov1s10ns of Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions, apply to this Section. 1.2 SUMMARY This Section includes joint sealants for the following locations: 1. 1 DEFINITIONS Sealant Type "B": Provide at all exterior joints between window and doors and masonry, masonry control and expansion joints (inside and outside), all exterior locations where dissimilar materials occur, at gravel stop-fascia and metal flashing weather edges, and elsewhere where required for weather tight joints The verbs "caulking" and "sealant" shall be synonymous when used on drawings or in the specifications--both words referring to the closing of a joint or seam. 1.2 SYSTEM PERFORMANCES Provide joint sealants that have been produced and installed to establish and maintain watertight and airtight continuous seals without causing staining or deterioration of joint substrates. 1.3 SUBMITTAL'S Comply with requirements of Section Product Data from manufactures for each joint sealant product required, including handling/installation/ Curing instructions Samples for Initial Section Purposes: Manufacturer's standard bead samples consisting of strips of actual products showing full range of colors available, for each product exposed to view Certificates from manufacturers of joint sealants attesting that their products comply with specification requirements and are suitable for the use indicated Product test reports for each type of joint sealants indicated, evidencing compliance with requirements specified. 1.4 QUALITY ASSURANCE Installer Qualifications: Engage an Installer who has successfully completed within the last 3 years at least 3 joint sealant applications similar in material, design and extend to that indicated for this Project that have resulted in construction with a record of successful in-service performance. JOINT SEALANTS

12 1.4.2 Single Source Responsibility for Joint Sealant Materials: Obtain joint sealant materials from a single manufacturer for each different product required. 1.1 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING Deliver materials to Project site in original unopened containers or bundles with labels informing about manufacturer, products name and designation, color, expiration period for use, pot life, curing time, and mixing instructions for multicomponent materials Store and handle materials in compliance with manufacturers' recommendations to prevent their deterioration or damage due to moisture, high or low temperatures, contaminants, or other causes. 1.2 PROJECT CONDITIONS Environmental Conditions: Do not proceed with installation of joint sealants when joint substrates are wet due to rain, frost, condensation, or other causes and when ambient and substrate temperature conditions are outside the limits permitted by joint sealant manufacturer or below 40 deg F Joint Width Conditions: Do not proceed with installation of joint sealants where joint widths are less than allowed by joint sealant manufacturer for application indicated Joint Substrate Conditions: Do not proceed with installation of joint sealants until contaminants capable of interfering with their adhesion are removed from joint substrates. PART 2 -PRODUCTS 2.1 MATERIALS, GENERAL Compatibility: Provide joint sealants, joint fillers and other related materials that are compatible with one another and with joint substrates under conditions of service and application, as demonstrated by sealant manufacturer based on testing and field experience Colors: Provide color of exposed joint sealants indicated or, if not otherwise indicated, as selected by Architect from manufacturer's standard colors. 2.2 ELASTOMERIC JOINT SEALANTS; Elastomeric Sealant Standard: Provide manufacturer's standard chemically curing, elastomeric sealant of base polymer indicated which complies with ASTM C 920 requirements, including those referenced for Type, Grade, Class and Uses Sealant Type "B": Multi-part Nonsag Urethane Sealant: Type M, Grade NS, Class 25; uses NT (nontraffic), M, G, A, and as applicable to nonporous joint substrates indicated "Chem-Calk 500"; Bostik Construction Products Div. JOINT SEALANTS

13 "Dynatrol II"; Pecora Corp. "Sikaflex-2c NS"; Sika Corp. "Sonalastic NP 2"; Sonneborn Building Products Div. "Dymeric"; Tremco, Inc. 2.1 JOINT SEALANT BACKING General: Provide sealant backing of a material and type which are nonstaining; are compatible with joint substrates, sealants, primers and other joint fillers; and are approved for applications indicated by sealant manufacturer based on field experience and laboratory testing Plastic Foam Joint Fillers: Preformed, compressible, resilient, non-waxing, nonextruding strips of flexible plastic foam of material indicated below and of size, shape and density to control sealant depth and otherwise contribute to producing optimum sealant performance Open-cell polyurethane foam. Closed-cell polyethylene foam, nonabsorbent to liquid water and gas, non-outgassing in unruptured state. Proprietary, reticulated, closed-cell polymeric foam, nonoutgassing, with a density of 2.5 pcf and tensile strength of 35 psi per ASTM D 163, and with water absorption less than 0.02 gms/cc per ASTM C Any material indicated above Elastomeric Tubing Joint Fillers: Neoprene, butyl, EPDM, or silicone tubing complying with ASTM D 1056, nonabsorbent to water and gas, capable of remaining resilient at temperatures down to -26 degree f. Provide products with low compression set and of size and shape to provide a secondary seal, to control sealant depth, and otherwise contribute to optimum sealant performance Bond-Breaker Tape: Polyethylene tape or other plastic tape as recommended by sealant manufacturer for preventing sealant form adhering to rigid, inflexible joint filler materials or joint surfaces at back of joint where such adhesion would result in sealant failure. Provide self-adhesive tape where applicable. 2.2 MISCELLANEOUS MATERIALS: Primer: Material recommended by joint sealant manufacturer where required for adhesion of sealant to joint substrates indicated, as determined form preconstruction joint sealant-substrate and field tests Cleaners for Nonporous Surfaces: Chemical cleaners acceptable to manufacturers of sealants and sealant backing materials free of oily residues or other substances capable of staining or harming in any way joint substrates and adjacent nonporous surfaces, and formulated to promote optimum adhesion of sealants with joint substrates Masking Tape: Nonstaining, nonabsorbent type compatible with joint sealants and to surfaces adjacent to joints. PART 3 - EXECUTION 3.1 EXAMINATION JOINT SEALANTS

14 3.1.1 Examine joints indicated to receive joint sealants, with Installer present, for compliance with requirements for joint configuration, installation tolerances installation of joint sealants until unsatisfactory conditions have been corrected. 3.2 PREPARATION Surface Cleaning of Joints: Clean out joints immediately before installing joint sealants to comply with recommendations of joint sealant manufacturers and the following requirements: Remove all foreign material from joint substrates that could interfere with adhesion of joint sealant, including dust, paints (except for permanent protective coatings tested and approved for sealant adhesion and compatibility by sealant manufacturer), old joint sealants, oil, grease, waterproofing, water repellents, water, surface dirt, and frost Clean concrete, masonry, unglazed surfaces of ceramic tile and similar porous joint substrate surfaces, by brushing, grinding, blast cleaning, mechanical abrading, or a combination of these methods to produce a clean, should substrate capable of developing optimum bond with joint sealants. Remove loose particles remaining from above cleaning operations by vacuuming or blowing out joints with oil-free compressed air Remove laitance and form release agents form concrete Clean metal, glass, porcelain enamel, glazed surfaces of ceramic tile; and other nonporous surfaces with chemical cleaners or other means that do not stain, harm substrates or leave residues capable of interfering with adhesion of joint sealants Joint Priming: Prime joint substrates where indicated or where recommended by joint sealant manufacturer based on preconstruction joint sealant-substrate tests or prior experience. Apply primer to comply with joint sealant manufacturer's recommendations. Confine primers to areas of joint sealant bond. Do not allow spillage or migration onto adjoining surfaces Masking Tape: Use masking tape where required to prevent contract of sealant with adjoining surfaces which otherwise would be permanently stained or damaged by such contact or by cleaning methods required to remove sealant smears. Remove tape immediately after tooling without disturbing joint seal. 3.3 INSTALLATION OF JOINT SEALANTS General: Comply with joint sealant manufacturers' printed installation instructions applicable to products and applications indicated, except where more stringent requirements apply Sealant Installation Standard: Comply with recommendations of ASTM C 1193 for use of joint sealants as applicable to materials, applications and conditions indicated Installation of Sealant Backings: Install sealant backings to comply with the following requirements: Application and at position required to produce the cross-sectional JOINT SEALANTS

15 shapes and depth of installed sealants relative to joint widths which allow optimum sealant movement capability Do not leave gaps between ends of joint fillers. Do not stretch, twist, puncture, or tear joint fillers. Remove absorbent joint fillers which have become wet prior to sealant application and replace with dry material Install bond breaker tape between sealants where backer rods are not used between sealants and joint fillers or back of joints Install compressible seals serving as sealant backings to comply with requirements indicated above for joint fillers Installation of Sealants: Install sealants by proven techniques that result in sealants directly contacting and full wetting joint substrates, completely filling recesses provided for each joint configuration, and providing uniform, crosssectional shapes and depths relative to joint widths that allow optimum sealant movement capability. Install sealants at the same time sealant backing is installed Tooling ofnonsage Sealants: Immediately after sealant application and prior to time skinning or curing begins, tool sealants to form smooth, uniform beads of configuration indicated, to eliminate air pockets, and to ensure contact and adhesion of sealant with sides of joint. Remove excess sealants from surfaces adjacent to joint. Do not use tooling agents that discolor sealants or adjacent surfaces or are not approved by sealant manufacturer. 3.4 CLEANING Provide concave configuration per Figure SA in ASTM C 62, unless otherwise indicated Clean off excess sealants or sealants smears adjacent to joints as work progresses by methods and with cleaning materials approved by manufacturers of joint sealants and of products in which joints occur. 3.5 PROTECTION Protect joint sealants during and after curing period form contact with contaminating substances or from damage resulting from construction operations or other causes so that they are without deterioration or damage at time of Substantial Completion. If, despite such protection, damage or deterioration occurs, cut out and remove damaged or deteriorated joint sealants immediately and reseal joints with new materials to produce joint sealant installations with repaired areas indistinguishable from original work., END OF SECTION JOINT SEALANTS

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