SECTION 10811 [10 28 13]

ELECTRIC HAND DRYERS

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PART 1  	GENERAL

1.1	SECTION INCLUDES

A.	High Efficiency XL Series Heated Air Electric Hand Dryer

B.	High Efficiency XL Series Non-Heated Electric Air Hand Dryer

C.	High Efficiency Surface Mounted ADA Compliant Electric Hand Dryer

1.2	RELATED SECTIONS

A.	Section 06100 - Rough Carpentry:  Blocking in stud partitions for mounting hand dryers.

B.	Section 16100 – Low-Voltage Electrical Power Conductors and Cables:  Low voltage electrical supply, conduit, wiring, boxes, and wiring devices for hand dryers.

1.3	REFERENCES

A.	ICC/ANSI A117.1 - American National Standard for Accessible and Useable Buildings and Facilities; 2017.

B.	UL, LLC / UL Environment - Product Category Rules (PCR) for Hand Dryers, 2016.

C.	U.S. Green Building Council, LEED Building Design and Construction (BD+C) Version 4.0 Rating System. (LEED v4.0)

D.	ISO 14025 – Environmental Labels and Declarations.

E.	EN 15804 – Environmental Labels and Declarations.

F.	UL, LLC / UL Environment - Product Category Rules (PCR) for Hand Dryers, 2016.

G.	UL, LLC / UL Environment - Product Category Rules (PCR) for Hand Dryers, 2016.

H.	ASTM F2100-20 Standard Specification for Performance of Materials Used in Medical Face Masks.

1.4	SUBMITTALS

A.	Submit under provisions of Section 01300 [01 33 26] - Submittal Procedures.

B.	Product Data:  Manufacturer's data sheets on each product to be used, including:
1.	Preparation instructions and recommendations.
2.	Operating instructions and performance.
3.	Storage and handling requirements and recommendations.
4.	Electrical wiring diagrams
5.	Installation methods.

C.	Shop Drawings: Shop Drawings showing dimensions, method of attachment, and required support

D.	LEED Submittals:  Provide Product Data for Credit IEQ 4.1, LEED-NC, LEED-CI, and LEED-CS; coordinate with requirements for air dryers.
1.	LEED v4 BD+C: For new construction or major renovations. Includes: Schools, Retail, Hospitality, Data Centers, Warehouses & Distribution Centers and Healthcare: 
a.	EA Prerequisite Minimum Energy Performance.
b.	EA Credit Optimize Energy Performance
c.	MR Credit Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Environmental Product Declarations (EPD)
d.	MR Credit Building Product Disclosures and Optimization – Sourcing of Raw Material
e.	MR Credit Building Product Disclosures and Optimization – Material Ingredients Innovation
2.	LEED v4 BD+C: Schools, Retail, Heathcare, Data Centers, Hospitality, Warehouses and Distribution Centers, Multifamily Midrise
a.	EA Prerequisite Minimum Energy Performance.
b.	EA Credit Optimize Energy Performance
c.	MR Credit Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Environmental Product Declarations (EPD)
d.	MR Credit Building Product Disclosures and Optimization – Sourcing of Raw Material 
e.	MR Credit Building Product Disclosures and Optimization – Material Ingredients Innovation
3.	LEED v4 ID+C For complete interior fit-out projects. Includes: Commercial Interiors including applications for Retail and Hospitality.
a.	EA Prerequisite Minimum Energy Performance.
b.	EA Credit Optimize Energy Performance
c.	MR Credit Building Product Disclosure and Optimization - Environmental Product Declarations (EPD)
d.	MR Credit Building Product Disclosures and Optimization – Sourcing of Raw Material 
e.	MR Credit Building Product Disclosures and Optimization – Material Ingredients Innovation
4.	LEED v4 O+M Building Operations and Maintenance For existing buildings that are undergoing improvement work or little to no construction. Includes: O+M also includes applications for Schools, Retail, Hospitality, Data Centers, and Warehouses & Distribution Centers.
a.	EA Prerequisite Minimum Energy Performance.
b.	MR Prerequisite Ongoing Waste Policy
c.	MR Prerequisite Ongoing Waste Management
d.	MR Prerequisite Green Cleaning Policy
e.	MR Prerequisite Green Cleaning Custodial Effectiveness Assessment
5.	LEED v4 ND: Neighborhood Development For new land development projects or redevelopment projects containing residential uses, nonresidential uses, or a mix.
a.	Green Infrastructure and Building Energy Performance, Plan and Project
b.	Green Infrastructure and Building Optimize Energy Performance, Plan and Project

E.	Environmental applicable Product Declaration:
1.	Provide Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) conforming to ISO 14025 and EN 15804 with content declarations for each product.

F.	Health Product Declaration:
1.	Provide applicable Health Product Declaration (HPD) with content inventory for each product.

G.	Warranty for review by Architect.

H.	Manufacturer's Certificates: Certify products meet or exceed specified requirements.

1.5	QUALITY ASSURANCE

A.	Manufacturer Qualifications: Company specializing in manufacturing electric hand dryers with 10 years minimum experience.

B.	Installer Qualifications: Obtain all electric hand dryers from a single source and from single manufacturer.

C.	Equipment certified by Underwriters Laboratory, Inc., with UL and ULC labels.

D.	Comply with ICC/ANSI A117.1.

1.6	WARRANTY

A.	Provide manufacturer's standard limited warranty for product specified.
1.	Warranty Period of 7 years following date of Substantial Completion.
2.	Warranty Period 5 years following date of Substantial Completion.

PART 2  	PRODUCTS

2.1	MANUFACTURERS

A.	Acceptable Manufacturer: Excel Dryer Inc., which is located at: 357 Chestnut St. P. O. Box 365; East Longmeadow, MA  01028. ASD. Tel: 413-525-4531; Fax: 413-525-2853; Email: sales@exceldryer.com; Web: www.exceldryer.com.

B.	Substitutions:  Not permitted.

C.	Requests for substitutions will be considered in accordance with provisions of Section 01600 [01 62 00].

2.2	PERFORMANCE

A.	UL Product Category Rule (PCR) Tested:
1.	XLERATOR Hand Dryer (120V Model)
a.	Dry Time: Not greater than 8 seconds.
b.	Energy per Use: Not greater than 3.7 W‐h (13.32 J).
2.	XLERATOR Hand Dryer (230V Model)
a.	Dry Time: Not greater than 7 seconds.
b.	Energy per Use: Not greater than 3.2 W‐h (11.48 J).
3.	XLERATOReco Hand Dryer (120V Model)
a.	Dry Time: Not greater than 10 seconds
b.	Energy Per Use: Not greater than 1.7 Wh (6.12 J)
4.	XLERATOReco Hand Dryer (230V Model)
a.	Dry Time: Not greater than 9 seconds
b.	Energy Per Use: Not greater than 1.4 Wh (5.12 J)
5.	ThinAir Hand Dryer (120V Model)
a.	Dry Time: Not greater than 14 seconds
b.	Energy Per Use: Not greater than 3.7 Wh (13.32 J)
6.	ThinAir Hand Dryer (230V Model)
a.	Dry Time: Not greater than 13 seconds
b.	Energy Per Use: Not greater than 3.5 Wh (12.37 J)

B.	Electrical Components: Listed and labeled per NFPA 70, Article 100, by a testing agency acceptable to authorities having jurisdiction.

C.	Certification: Products certified by Underwriters Laboratory, Inc., with UL and ULC labels.

D.	Accessibility Requirements: Comply with requirements of ADA/ABA and accessibility requirements of authorities having jurisdiction.
1.	Comply with ICC/ANSI A117.1.

E.	Environmental and Health Disclosure: Building products used in this section will be required to disclose their environmental and health impacts by providing the following sources of information.
1.	Environmental Product Declarations
2.	Health Product Declarations (HPD): Documentation demonstrating the chemical inventory of the product to at least 0.1 percent (1000ppm)

2.3	ELECTRIC HAND DRYERS

A.	High Efficiency Heated Air Hand Dryer:  XLERATOR; Hand Dryer; High-speed, energy-efficient, rapid-drying heated electric hand dryer with automatic sensor, adjustable speed and sound control, and adjustable heat control. Hand Dryers have been independently tested to UL Environment Global Hand Dryer Product Category Rules (PCR), received Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs), and Health Product Declarations (HPDs), and Made in the USA Certified. Warranty 7 years limited.
1.	Model XL-BW:
a.	Cover: Bulk Molding Composite (BMC)
b.	Finish: White color
2.	Model XL-W:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast
b.	Finish: White painted
3.	Model XL-GR:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast
b.	Finish: Textured graphite painted
4.	Model XL-C:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast
b.	Finish: Chrome plated
5.	Model XL-SB:
a.	Cover: Stainless steel
b.	Finish: Brushed Number 4 finish
6.	Model XL-SI:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast
b.	Cover: Custom special image
7.	Model XL-SB-SI:
a.	Cover: Stainless steel
b.	Finish: Custom special image
8.	Model XL‐SP:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast
b.	Finish: Custom special color painted
9.	Options:
a.	HEPA Filtration System: Removes 99.999 percent of viral surrogate organisms of E.coil bacteriophage MS2 (ATCC 15597-B1) as tested using parts of ASTM F 2100 and ASTM F 2101
b.	Noise Reduction Nozzle: Reduces air deflection noise level by 9 dB and increases the dry time by 2-3 seconds.
10.	Mounting:
a.	Surface Mounted
b.	Recessed: ADA compliant recess kit is fabricated of 22 GA 18-8 type 304 stainless steel with #4 satin finish with 16 GA 18-8 type 304 stainless steel dryer mounting plate. All welded construction. 16-3/8 inches (416 mm) wide by 26 inches (660 mm) high by 3-3/8 inches (86 mm) deep.
11.	Controls:  Automatic, activated by infrared optical sensor located next to the air outlet. Dryer will operate if hands are under the air outlet and has a 35-second lockout feature if hands are not removed. Control includes adjustable sound and speed control mechanism, adjustable heat control with High, Medium, Low and Off settings and a filter sensor which is activated should the filter become clogged. Sensor equipped with externally visible Red LED light that flashes error codes to assist in troubleshooting. Control assembly sealed for protection against moisture, lint, dust, and vandalism.
12.	Air Intake:  Inlet openings on bottom of cover.
13.	Air Outlet:  Delivers focused air stream of 19,000 LFM at nozzle and 16,000 LFM at average hand position of 4 inches (102 mm) below air outlet.
14.	PreFilter: Extends the lifespan and improves reliability.  Reduces lint, dust and other airborne debris from entering the internal motor chamber. Filter sensor is activated if filter becomes clogged.
15.	Nominal Size:  11-3/4 inches (298 mm) wide by 12-11/16 inches (322 mm) high by 6-11/16 inches (170 mm) deep.  
16.	Weight:  
a.	17 pounds (7.7 kg) die cast cover.
b.	16 pounds (7.2 kg) stainless cover.
c.	15 pounds (6.8 kg) bulk molding composite cover.
17.	Power Source:
a.	110 - 120 Volts, 11.3 - 12.2 Amps, 50/60 Hz, 1213 - 1450 Watts.
b.	208 - 240 Volts, 5.6 - 6.2 Amps, 50/60 Hz, 1135 - 1450 Watts.
c.	208 - 277 Volts, 5.6 - 6.2 Amps, 50/60 Hz, 1135 - 1450 Watts.
d.	230 Volts, 6.1 Amps, 50 Hz, 1400 Watts 
18.	Combination Motor and Blower: Series commutated, through-flow discharge, vacuum type; 5/8 HP, 24,000 RPM. Airflow rate: 20,000 linear feet per minute (101 meters per second) at air outlet, 17000 linear feet per minute (86)  meters per second) at average hand position of 4 inches (102 mm) below air outlet. Includes a washable metal mesh filter for more reliable performance.
19.	Heater: Nichrome wire element, mounted inside blower housing to be vandal resistant. Heater Safeguard:  Automatic resetting thermostat to open when airflow is restricted and close when airflow is resumed.
20.	Air Temperature: 130 degrees F (54 degrees C) measured at average hand position of 4 inches (102 mm) below air outlet.  Air Heater Output: 970 watts.
21.	All metal parts coated according to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. requirements.
22.	Mount at the following heights above floor surface:
a.	Men's Toilets:  45 inches (1143 mm).
b.	Women's Toilets:  43 inches (1092 mm).
c.	Teenagers' Toilets:  41 inches (1041 mm).
d.	Young Children's Toilets:  35 inches (889 mm).
e.	Toilets for Persons with Physical Disabilities:  37 inches (940 mm).
f.	Mount dryers at heights indicated on Drawings.
23.	Optional Accessories:
a.	Anti-Microbial Wall Guards: Plastic Microban Anti-microbial Wall Guards 31-3/4 inches (806 mm) by 15-3/4 inches (400 mm) by 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) deep with 1/2 inch (13 mm) radius corners with double sided construction grade 3M adhesive tape on the mounting side.
1)	White plastic.
2)	Black plastic.
b.	Brushed Stainless Steel Wall Guards.
c.	XChanger Combo Kit: Recessed Model #’s 40575 (Includes #40502 & 40550) & 40576 (Includes # 40502 & 40551) retrofit kit is fabricated of 18 GA 18-8 type 304 stainless steel with #4 satin finish. All welded construction. 17-1/4 inches (416 mm) high by 56 inches (660 mm) wide by 1 inch (25 mm) deep.

B.	High Efficiency Non-Heated Air Hand Dryer: XLERATOReco; High speed, rapid drying, energy, efficient electric hand dryer with adjustable automatic sensor, adjustable speed, sound controls; surface mounted or semi-recessed; entire dryer internally grounded. Hand Dryers have been independently tested to UL Environment Global Hand Dryer Product Category Rules (PCR) Guidelines. Made in the USA Certified. Warranty 7 years limited.
1.	Model XL-BW-ECO:
a.	Cover: Bulk Molding Composite (BMC).
b.	Finish: White color.
2.	Model XL-W-ECO:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast.
b.	Finish: White epoxy painted.
3.	Model XL-GR-ECO:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast.
b.	Finish: Textured graphite painted.
4.	Model XL-C-ECO:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast.
b.	Finish: Chrome plated.
5.	Model XL-SB-ECO:
a.	Cover: Stainless steel.
b.	Finish: Brushed Number 4 finish.
6.	Model XL-SI-ECO:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast.
b.	Cover: Custom special image.
7.	Model XL-SB-SI-ECO:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast.
b.	Cover: Custom special image.
8.	Model XL-SP-ECO:
a.	Cover: Zinc die cast.
b.	Finish: Custom special color painted.
9.	Options:
a.	HEPA Filtration System: Removes 99.999 percent of viral surrogate organisms of E.coil bacteriophage MS2 (ATCC 15597-B1) as tested using parts of ASTM F 2100 and ASTM F 2101.
b.	Noise Reduction Nozzle: Reduces air deflection noise level by 9 dB and increases the dry time by 2-3 seconds.
10.	Mounting:
a.	Surface Mounted.
b.	Recessed: ADA compliant recess kit Model # 40502 is fabricated of 22 GA 18-8 type 304 stainless steel with #4 satin finish with 16 GA 18-8 type 304 stainless steel dryer mounting plate. All welded construction. 16-3/8 inches (416 mm) wide by 26 inches (660 mm) high by 3-3/8 inches (86 mm) deep.
11.	Controls:  Automatic, activated by infrared optical sensor located next to the air outlet. Dryer operates if hands are under the air outlet and has a 35-second lockout feature if hands are not removed. Control includes adjustable sound and speed control mechanism, and a filter sensor which is activated should the filter become clogged. Sensor equipped with externally visible Red LED light that flashes error codes to assist in troubleshooting. Control assembly sealed for protection against moisture, lint, dust, and vandalism.
12.	All metal parts coated according to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. requirements.
13.	Air Intake:  Inlet openings on bottom of cover.
14.	Air Outlet: Provides air velocity of 20,000 LFM at the air outlet and 17,000 LFM at the hands, 4 inches (102 mm) below air outlet.  
15.	Nominal Size:  11-3/4 inches (298 mm) wide by 12-11/16 inches (322 mm) high by 6-11/16 inches (170 mm) deep.  
16.	Weight:  
a.	17 pounds (7.7 kg) die cast cover.
b.	16 pounds (7.2 kg) stainless cover.
c.	15 pounds (6.8 kg) bulk molding composite.
17.	Power Source:
a.	110 - 120 Volts, 4.3 - 4.5 Amps, 50/60 Hz, 442 - 513 Watts..
b.	208 - 240 Volts, 2.0 - 2.2 Amps, 50/60 Hz, 416 - 495 Watts
c.	08 - 277 Volts, 2.0 - 2.2 Amps, 50/60 Hz, 416 - 495 Watts.
d.	230 Volts, 2.2 Amps, 50 Hz, 500 Watts.
18.	Combination Motor and Blower:  Series commutated, through-flow discharge, vacuum type; 5/8 HP, 20,000 RPM.  Airflow rate:  19,000 linear feet per minute (97 meters per second) at air outlet, 16,000 linear feet per minute (81 meters per second) at average hand position of 4 inches (102 mm) below air outlet. Includes a washable metal mesh filter for more reliable performance.
19.	Air Temperature:  Ambient room temperature.
20.	All metal parts coated according to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. requirements.
21.	Mount at the following heights above floor surface:
a.	Men's Toilets:  45 inches (1143 mm).
b.	Women's Toilets:  43 inches (1092 mm).
c.	Teenagers' Toilets:  41 inches (1041 mm).
d.	Young Children's Toilets:  35 inches (889 mm).
e.	Toilets for Persons with Physical Disabilities:  37 inches (940 mm).
f.	Mount dryers at heights indicated on Drawings.
22.	Optional Accessories:
a.	Anti-Microbial Wall Guards: Plastic Microban Anti-microbial Wall Guards 31-3/4 inches (806 mm) by 15-3/4 inches (400 mm) by 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) deep with 1/2 inch (13 mm) radius corners with double sided construction grade 3M adhesive tape on the mounting side. 
1)	White plastic. (2 per set)
2)	Black plastic. (2 per set)
b.	Brushed Stainless Steel Wall Guards.  (2 per set)
c.	XChanger Combo Kit: Recessed Model #’s  40575 (Includes #40502 & 40550) & 40576 (Includes # 40502 & 40551) retrofit kit is fabricated of 18 GA 18-8 type 304 stainless steel with #4 satin finish. All welded construction. 17-1/4 inches (416 mm) high by 56 inches (660 mm) wide by 1 inch (25 mm) deep.

C.	High Efficiency Surface Mounted ADA Compliant Hand Dryer:  ThinAir; High speed, energy efficient, rapid drying, automatic sensor, surface mounted, ADA Compliant, adjustable speed and sound control, adjustable heat control, electric hand dryer; entire dryer internally grounded. Hand Dryers have been independently tested to UL Environment Global Hand Dryer Product Category Rules (PCR) Guidelines.  Made in the USA Certified. Warranty 5 years limited.
1.	Model TA-ABS:
a.	Cover: ABS – White polymer with SanaFor antimicrobial additive.
b.	Finish: White Polymer.
2.	Model TA-W:
a.	Cover: Stainless steel.
b.	Finish: White epoxy painted.
3.	Model TA-GR
a.	Cover: Stainless steel.
b.	Finish: Textured graphite painted.  
4.	Model TA-SB:
a.	Cover: Stainless steel.
b.	Finish: Brushed Number 4 finish.
5.	Model TA-SI
a.	Cover: Stainless steel. 
b.	Finish: Custom special image.
6.	TA-SB-SI
a.	Cover: Stainless steel.
b.	Finish: Custom special image.
7.	TA-SP
a.	Cover: Stainless steel
b.	Finish: Custom special color painted
8.	Options:
a.	HEPA Filtration System: Removes 99.999 percent of viral surrogate organisms of E.coil bacteriophage MS2 (ATCC 15597-B1) as tested using parts of ASTM F 2100 and ASTM F 2101.
9.	Mounting: Surface Mounted (ADA Complaint).
10.	Controls: Automatic, activated by infrared optical sensor located next to the air outlet. Dryer will operate as long as hands are under the air outlet and has a 35-second lockout feature if hands are not removed  Control includes adjustable sound and speed control mechanism, adjustable heat control with High, Medium, Low and Off settings. Sensor equipped with externally visible Red LED light that flashes error codes to assist in troubleshooting. Control assembly sealed for protection against moisture, lint, dust and vandalism.
11.	Air Intake:  Inlet openings on bottom of cover.
12.	Air Outlet:  Air baffle; designed to keep foreign objects out of dryer.
13.	Nominal Size:  9-5/32 inches (2336 mm) wide by 13-15/16 inches (3548 mm) high by 4 inches (102 mm) deep.  
14.	Weight: 
a.	8 pounds (3.6 kg) ABS cover. 
b.	10 pounds (4.5 kg) Stainless Steel cover.
15.	Power Source:
a.	110 - 120 Volts, 7 - 7.7 Amps, 50/60 Hz, 770 - 915 Watts.
b.	208 - 240 Volts,  3.8-4.1 Amps, 50/60 Hz, 750 - 950 Watts
c.	208 - 277 Volts, 3.8-4.1 Amps, 50/60 Hz, 750 - 950 Watts
d.	230 Volts, 3.9 Amps, 50 Hz, 890 Watts. 
16.	Motor:  Thermally protected, series commutated, through-flow discharge vacuum motor/blower (1⁄2 hp / high-30,000 rpm, low-20,000 rpm) which provides air velocity of up to 16,000 LFM (linear feet per minute) at the air outlet and 7,000 LFM at the hands (4 inches [102 mm] below the air outlet).
17.	Heater:  Nichrome wire element, mounted inside blower housing to be vandal resistant. Heater Safeguard:  Automatic resetting thermostat to open when airflow is restricted and close when airflow is resumed.
a.	Air Temperature:  135 degrees F (57 degrees C) average at outlet.
18.	All metal parts coated according to Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. requirements.
19.	Mount at the following heights above floor surface:
a.	Men's Toilets:  45 inches (1143 mm).
b.	Women's Toilets:  43 inches (1092 mm).
c.	Teenagers' Toilets:  41 inches (1041 mm).
d.	Young Children's Toilets:  35 inches (889 mm).
e.	Toilets for Persons with Physical Disabilities:  37 inches (940 mm).
f.	Mount dryers at heights indicated on Drawings.
20.	Optional Accessories:
a.	Anti-Microbial Wall Guards: Plastic Microban Anti-microbial Wall Guards 31-3/4 inches (806 mm) by 15-3/4 inches (400 mm) by 1/16 inch (1.5 mm) deep with 1/2 inch (13 mm) radius corners with double sided construction grade 3M adhesive tape on the mounting side. 
1)	White plastic. (2 per set)
2)	Black plastic. (2 per set)
b.	Brushed stainless steel. (2 per set)

PART 3  	EXECUTION

3.1	EXAMINATION

A.	Do not begin installation until substrates have been properly prepared.

B.	If substrate preparation 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.

C.	Coordinate requirements for blocking to ensure adequate means for support and installation of hand dryers.

D.	Coordinate requirements for power supply, conduit, disconnect switches and wiring.

3.3	INSTALLATION

A.	Install in accordance with manufacturer's instructions.

B.	Install dryers at specified heights.

C.	Install dryers securely to supporting substrate so that fixtures are level and aligned with each other.  Use type and length of fastener as recommended by manufacturer for type of substrate.

3.4	PROTECTION

A.	Inspect installation to verify secure and proper mounting.  Test each dryer to verify operation, control functions, and performance.  Correct deficiencies.

B.	Protect installed products until completion of project.

C.	Replace damaged products before Substantial Completion.

END OF SECTION