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,..., . -, . Class 5 finish may be applied to attain a uniform appearance for the entire structure, to the satisfaction of the Engineer. ., . , . 548-5 Handling Storage and Shipping. Handle, store and ship all components in a manner that prevents chipping, cracks, fractures, excessive bending stresses, mud, dirt and debris. Support precast components in storage on firm blocking located immediately adjacent to the attachment device. M 548-6 Construction Requirements. 548-6.1 General: Due to the unique nature of the structure and concept, procure from the Wall Supplier fully detailed shop drawings, technical instructions, guidance in preconstruction activities and on-site technical assistance during construction. Closely follow any instructions from the Wall Supplier, unless otherwise directed by the Engineer. Submit a copy of any instructions from the Wall Supplier to the Engineer. Verify all pertinent retaining wall information (soil parameters, wall alignment, utility locations, conflicting structures) prior to the Wall Supplier finalizing shop drawings. Bring any conflicts not shown in the Contract Documents to the Engineer's attention. 548-6.2 Wall Excavation: Excavate to the limits shown in the Contract Documents and in conformance with Section 1 25. 548-6.3 Foundation Preparation: Grade the foundation for the structure level for a width equal to or exceeding the limits of the retaining wall volume or as shown in the Contract Documents. Prepare the foundation in conformance with Section 125. In addition to the compaction requirements of Section 125, compact the graded area with an appropriate vibratory roller weighing a minimum of 8 tons [7 metric tons] for at least five passes or as directed by the Department's District Geotechnical Engineer. Remove and replace any soft or loose foundation subsoils which, are incapable of sustaining the required compaction to the Engineer's satisfaction. For permanent MSE wall systems, provide an unreinforced concrete leveling pad as shown in the Contract Documents. Cure the leveling pad a minimum of 12 hours before placement of precast wall components. 548-6.4 Wall Erection: Assemble, connect and support wall components as recommended by the Wall Supplier. As backfill material is placed behind the wall face, maintain the wall in the vertical position or slightly battered into the backfill to provide a final vertical alignment (by means of bracing, temporary wooden wedges placed in the joint at the junction of the two adjacent precast components on the external side of the wall or other alignment aids). Remove wooden wedges as soon as the precast component above the wedged precast component is completely erected and backfilled. External bracing is required for the initial lift of MSE systems. Place soil reinforcement normal to the face of the wall, unless otherwise shown in the Contract Documents or directed by the Engineer. Prior to placement of the reinforcement, compact the backfill in accordance with 548-6.5. 548-6.4.1 Tolerances for Permanent Walls: Ensure that vertical tolerances (plumbness) and horizontal alignment tolerances do not exceed 3/4 inch [20 mm] when measured with a 10 foot [3.048 m] straight edge. The maximum allowable offset in the joint between precast components is 3/4 inch [20 mm]. The final overall vertical tolerance of the completed wall (plumbness from top to bottom) shall not exceed 1/2 inch per 10 feet [5 mm per meter] of wall height. Horizontal and vertical joints between precast components shall not be less than 1/2 inch [13 mm] or more than 1 1/4 inch [30 mm]. " . , . .., . .., . r"1 . .., . ,., . . ...., . ..., . .., . -, . r-, . 1"'"1 . ......, 09/09 01000-125 03-4122.F -