CC-1000_2018

Soil Gas Control Systems ANSI/AARST CC-1000 2018 in New Construction of Buildings 19 SECTION 10: COMPLETION OF SYSTEMS 10.1 Labeling or marking required for all systems Labels or markings shall be provided within eyesight or in conspicuous places in accordance with the sections listed in Table 10.1 . Table 10.1 Labeling or marking required for all systems 6.2.9 Sealed components 6.3.5 Crawl space membranes / access hatches 8.9.2 Designated location for ASD fans 8.9.4 Electrical conductor boxes 8.9.4.2 Electrical breakers 8.9.5.3 Designated fan monitor location 8.10 Exhaust piping 9.6 c Roof 11.5 HVAC components used for mitigation 10.1.1 Label specifications All labels shall be made of durable materials. All label lettering and other annotation on systems shall be of a color in contrast to the color of the background on which the lettering is applied. All label titles as specified within each provision identified in Table 10.1 shall be provided in lettering of a height of not less than 1/4 inch (6.35 mm). Additional information on the labels, where appropriate shall have lettering of a height of not less than 1/8 inch (3.18 mm). 10.2 Systems with no active fan (e.g., ASD fan) System completion includes the documentation required in Section 12 . 10.3 Activation with ASD fan 10.3.1. Fan monitor label A label shall be provided at each designated location for fan monitor(s) identified for the system in Section 8.9.5.3 . The label's title shall state, “Soil Gas Vent System,” “Radon Vent System” or similar description and the label shall include the following information: a) A description of the fan monitor(s) to include: - How to interpret the monitor; - A list of actions to take if the fan monitor indicates system degradation or failure; and - A routine inspection advisory to check the monitor(s) at least quarterly or as otherwise specified in an operational and maintenance plan; b) An advisory statement that the building should be tested for radon at least every 2 years or as required or recommended by state, local or federal agencies; c) Additional information resources, such as radon resources at www.epa.gov/radon and the radon hotline 1-800-SOS-RADON (767-7236); and d) The words “For information, contact: _____________________________________.” (Insert name and phone number of the installer or designated party responsible for operation, maintenance, monitoring and management of the system(s). 10.3.2 Fan Installation ASD fan selections shall be determined by a qualified radon professional and installed in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions. 10.3.3 Flexible coupling connectors required ASD fans shall be connected to the ASD piping using flexible unshielded couplings complying with ASTM D5926 or ASTM C1173 or an equivalent method. Connections shall be air- and water-tight. 10.3.4 Fan start-up ASD fans shall be electrically energized upon installation in the ASD system piping. 10.3.5 Disconnect required Where the fan is not cord and plug connected, a means of electrical disconnect shall be provided for, and in eye sight of, the ASD fan . 10.3.6 ASD fan monitors required Each ASD fan shall be provided with a system negative pressure monitor to indicate system operation. The fan monitor shall be simple to interpret and located in accordance with Section 8.9.5 . Exception: If telemetric indicators/remote monitors are integrated in the system or if the visual or audible monitor: a) indicates when the fan(s) has no power; or b) indicates when a fan is outside the intended performance range. 10.3.6.1 Monitor durability Fan monitors, including if located outside of a building, shall be protected from the elements and durable for the situation. 10.3.6.2 Automatic reset Pressure activated electrical ASD system monitors, whether visual or audible, shall be supplied by un- switched electrical circuits and designed to reset automatically when power is restored after power supply failure. Battery operated monitoring devices shall not be used except where they are equipped with a low power warning feature.