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Below is a sample of the type of notes that will tighten up the bidding process by allowing the contractors to better understand the standards and methods that are expected. A well-documented plan set always helps the professional and ethical contractor and discourages the fly-by-nights.
 
 
GENERAL
 
 
SCOPE OF WORK:

The supply and installation of a 12 volt landscape lighting system which includes the fixtures specified on Lighting Legend as well as the installation of low voltage transformers and direct burial cable necessary to complete layout as shown. This lighting plan is diagrammatic and is intended to show general fixture locations and utilities. Contractor is responsible for necessary line (120v) and low voltage (12v) work to complete the lighting design as shown.

 
 

 

 
 
STANDARDS:

All work performed is to comply with the Uniform Building Code, California Electrical Code Title 8, and all local codes and ordinances. Contractor shall possess all necessary licenses to complete described work and shall carry general liability and workmen's compensation insurance. Contractor is to obtain all necessary permits to complete work described..

 
 
 
 
INSTALLATION
 
   

AContractor is to verify site measurements, grades, existing chase line sleeves, existing plant locations and existing utilities, equipment and switching controls. Contractor is to provide all necessary components and accessories to complete installation as specified.

 
     
 
1. DIRECT BURIAL CABLE:

Cabling shown on plan is for fixture grouping only. Cable to be circuited and sized to provide a minimum of 10.5 volts and a maximum of 11.5 volts to all lighting fixtures. Refer to FX Luminaire®®'s "Circuiting Guidelines" included with the transformer. Minimum underground low voltage cable size is 12-gauge multi-strand direct burial. Install cable along the edge of hardscape and mowstrips whenever possible. Minimum cable depth is 8". Contractor is to install 1" PVC chase line sleeves with sweep corners for any cable run under hardscape or difficult to access areas such as at grade decks and high impact areas such as color planters that receive seasonal color changes. Leave 24" loops at all fixture locations for final adjustment. All wire junctions shall be waterproofed with FX Luminaire® LiteSplice+C102™ connectors or APPROVED equal. Only fully encapsulated waterproof connectors rated for direct burial will be accepted. Black-taped connections will be rejected.

 
     
 
2. FIXTURE LOCATION:

Verify exact location with Landscape Architect or owner's agent before commencing installation. All fixtures shall be in a new, unused condition. Equipment shall be the type specified - there will be no substitutions without prior APPROVAL from Landscape Architect or Owner's agent. Install all equipment as per manufacturer's specifications and details.

 
     
 
3. TRANSFORMERS:

Shall be FX Luminaire® stainless steel PotenzaX Transformer sized to be 100% loaded. Transformers to be installed inconspicuously using plant material or site features to obscure a direct view of their locations. Avoid locations that are easily accessible to children or that are in a direct path of irrigation water. Install transformers 12" off finish grade and level. All wires leading to or from transformer shall be in conduit sleeve that is firmly affixed to mounting surface. All junction boxes and other equipment shall be UL approved for wet location. Paint transformers and any necessary junction boxes or conduit to match the surface on which they are mounted. Install transformers according to manufacturer's specifications and local codes. All exposed metal parts including transformers shall be permanently grounded in accordance with the National Electrical Code.

 
     
 
4. TRELLIS LIGHTING:

Verify final fixture location prior to installation. All wiring shall be concealed from primary view by routing out trellis posts or by other methods approved by Landscape Architect. All equipment shall be painted if necessary as specified by Owner's agent to match the surface on which it is mounted.

 
     
 
5. TREE LIGHTING:

Verify final fixture location prior to installation. Tree cable shall be 14-16 gauge brown or black low voltage two-conductor. Run 12 gauge cable only if 14 gauge will not provide fixtures with the 10.5 volt minimum. Install cable on the side opposite primary view with nylon C-clips and a single stainless screw. Do not use staples, as the tree will expand, cutting into cable. Leave a slight slack in tree cable to allow for expansion of the tree. Make connections in FX Mini J-boxes using the included yellow wire nuts. If no Mini J-box is used, mount the connection so that the wire nuts are pointed up, preventing any water from collecting in them. Lightly spray paint wire and connection to match tree color - typically Krylon primer gray or flat black.

 
     
 
6. TESTING:

Contractor is to coordinate a convenient time in the evening to test and aim all equipment to the satisfaction of the Landscape Architect or Owner's agent.

 
     
 
7. GUARANTEE:

Upon completion and acceptance of the described work, the Contractor shall provide a guarantee for all workmanship and equipment for the period of one year from the date of acceptance. All warranty service work shall be performed at no cost to Owner and be done on site when possible.

 
     
 
8. AS BUILT:

Before final payment is released, Contractor will provide Owner, at a predetermined cost, with a complete and reproducible drawing of the system layout as it was actually installed. This drawing should include the location of underground cable, chase line sleeves, and all fixtures and equipment.

 

SAMPLE RESIDENTIAL INSTALLATION NOTES - MODIFY TO SUIT INDIVIDUAL PROJECT NEEDS ACCORDING TO LEGAL COUNSEL.