Copyright 2011 AIAMasterSpec Full Length6/11PRODUCT MASTERSPEC LICENSED BY ARCOM TO LEVITON MANUFACTURING CO.Copyright 2011 by The American Institute of Architects (AIA)Exclusively published and distributed by Architectural Computer Services, Inc. (ARCOM) for the AIAThis Product MasterSpec Section is licensed by ARCOM to Leviton Manufacturing Co. (Licensee).This Product MasterSpec Section modifies the original MasterSpec text, and does not include the full content of the original MasterSpec Section. Revisions made to the original MasterSpec text are made solely by the Licensee and are not endorsed by, or representative of the opinions of, ARCOM or The American Institute of Architects (AIA). Neither AIA nor ARCOM are liable in any way for such revisions or for the use of this Product MasterSpec Section by any end user. A qualified design professional should review and edit the document to suit project requirements.For more information, contact Leviton Manufacturing Co., 201 North Service Road, Melville, NY 11747. Phone: 631-812-6132. Fax: 631-812-6419. Website: www.leviton.com. Email: industrialleviton.com. For information about MasterSpec contact ARCOM at (800) 424-5080 or visit www.arcomnet.com.For information about MasterSpec contact ARCOM at (800) 424-5080 or visit www.MasterSpec.com.SECTION 264313 - SURGE PROTECTION FOR LOW-VOLTAGE ELECTRICAL POWER CIRCUITSRevise this Section by deleting and inserting text to meet Project-specific requirements.Verify that Section titles referenced in this Section are correct for this Projects Specifications; Section titles may have changed.PART 1 - GENERAL1.1 RELATED DOCUMENTSRetain or delete this article in all Sections of Project Manual.A. Drawings and general provisions of the Contract, including General and Supplementary Conditions and Division01 Specification Sections, apply to this Section.1.2 SUMMARYA. Section includes field-mounted SPDs for low-voltage (120 to 600V) power distribution and control equipment.B. Related Requirements:Retain subparagraphs below to cross-reference requirements Contractor might expect to find in this Section but are specified in other Sections.1. Section262413 Switchboards for factory-installed SPDs.2. Section262416 Panelboards for factory-installed SPDs.1.3 DEFINITIONSRetain terms that remain after this Section has been edited for a project.A. Inominal: Nominal discharge current.B. MCOV: Maximum continuous operating voltage.C. Mode(s), also Modes of Protection: The pair of electrical connections where the VPR applies.D. MOV: Metal-oxide varistor; an electronic component with a significant non-ohmic current-voltage characteristic.E. OCPD: Overcurrent protective device.F. SCCR: Short-circuit current rating.G. SPD: Surge protective device.H. VPR: Voltage protection rating.1.4 ACTION SUBMITTALSA. Product Data: For each type of product.1. Include rated capacities, operating characteristics, electrical characteristics, and furnished specialties and accessories.2. Copy of UL Category CodeVZCA certification, as a minimum, listing the tested values for VPRs, Inominal ratings, MCOVs, type designations, OCPD requirements, model numbers, system voltages, and modes of protection.1.5 INFORMATIONAL SUBMITTALSA. Field quality-control reports.B. Sample Warranty: For manufacturers special warranty.1.6 CLOSEOUT SUBMITTALSA. Maintenance Data: For SPDs to include in maintenance manuals.1.7 QUALITY ASSURANCEA. Manufacturer Qualifications: ISO 9001 Registered.1.8 WARRANTYWhen warranties are required, verify with Owners counsel that warranties stated in this article are not less than remedies available to Owner under prevailing local laws.A. Manufacturers Warranty: Manufacturer agrees to replace or replace SPDs that fail in materials or workmanship within specified warranty period.Most manufacturers offer five-year extended warranties on their equipment. Verify available warranties and warranty periods.1. Warranty Period: Limited lifetime from date of Substantial Completion.PART 2 - PRODUCTSSee Editing Instruction No.1 in the Evaluations for cautions about named manufacturers and products. For an explanation of options and Contractors product selection procedures, see SECTION 016000 Product Requirements.2.1 GENERAL SPD REQUIREMENTSA. SPD with Accessories: Listed and labeled as defined in NFPA70, by a qualified testing agency, and marked for intended location and application.B. Comply with NFPA70.C. Comply with UL1449.D. MCOV of the SPD shall be the nominal system voltage.2.2 SERVICE ENTRANCE AND TRANSFER SWITCHSUPPRESSORA. Basis-of-Design Product: Subject to compliance with requirements, provide Leviton Manufacturing Co.; 75000 Series 74000 Series 57000 Series 52000 Series 47000 Series 37000 Series or comparable product by one of the following:1. ABB France.2. Advanced Protecti