Division 11 Equipment

Performance Specification Gap in Division 11 Equipment submittals

By Deviation Check Editorial Team. Last reviewed June 1, 2026.

Short answer

A measurable performance property in the submittal (rating, capacity, tolerance, efficiency) does not meet what the spec requires. Default grade in Division 11 Equipment: Blocker.

A measurable performance property in the submittal (rating, capacity, tolerance, efficiency) does not meet what the spec requires. This guide covers how it shows up specifically in Division 11 Equipment submittals.

What to look for in Division 11 Equipment

Key performance parameters in Div 11 submittals:

  • BTU/hr or kW rating for cooking and heating equipment (gas burners, ovens, fryers)
  • Gas connection size (3/4", 1", 1-1/4" NPT) and gas type (natural gas vs LP)
  • Electrical requirements (voltage, phase, amperage - e.g. 208V/3ph/30A vs 240V/1ph/50A)
  • Water consumption (GPH for dishwashers, GPM for pre-rinse assemblies)
  • Refrigeration temperature range (reach-in: 33-38F; freezer: -10 to 0F; blast chiller targets)
  • Refrigerant type (R-290, R-404A, R-449A - regulatory phase-out implications)
  • Exhaust hood CFM (must meet NFPA 96 and IMC requirements for equipment type)
  • Loading dock leveler capacity (25,000 / 30,000 / 35,000 / 45,000 lbs rated)
  • Dock leveler working range (above/below dock, typically +/- 5" standard, +/- 12" extended)
  • Parking gate cycle time (seconds per open/close cycle, vehicle throughput)
  • Waste compactor compaction ratio (typically 4:1, 6:1, or 10:1)
  • Ice machine production rate (lbs/24hr at specified ambient and water temp)
  • Fume hood face velocity (80-100 FPM per ASHRAE 110)
  • Dishwasher rack capacity (racks/hr for conveyor types)
  • ENERGY STAR compliance where specified (refrigeration, dishwashers, ice machines)

How severe is it?

Default grade: Blocker. Always a Blocker when the gap touches life-safety or structural performance.

Deviation Check assigns a default per category and escalates or de-escalates based on the spec, always showing its reasoning. See the Division 11 severity rules.

What the PM should do

Treat this as a hold. Do not approve the submittal until the sub resolves it, either by providing the specified product and documentation or by routing an approved substitution or or-equal request. Return the relevant spec passage to the sub as a redline.

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Frequently asked questions

What BTU, electrical, and refrigeration parameters should a PM verify in Division 11 Equipment submittals?

Check BTU/hr or kW ratings for gas burners, ovens, and fryers. Verify gas connection size (3/4", 1", or 1-1/4" NPT) and type (natural gas vs LP). Confirm electrical requirements match - for example, 208V/3ph/30A vs 240V/1ph/50A is a Blocker mismatch. Refrigeration must hit specified temperature ranges: reach-ins 33-38F, freezers -10 to 0F. Ice machine production rate in lbs/24hr at the specified ambient and water temperature must also match.

Why does refrigerant type matter for performance compliance in Division 11 Equipment submittals?

Refrigerant type carries regulatory phase-out implications. R-290, R-404A, and R-449A all appear in Division 11 specs and are not interchangeable without review. A submittal proposing a different refrigerant than specified may not comply with EPA SNAP approval requirements. Beyond compliance, fume hood face velocity must meet 80-100 FPM per ASHRAE 110, and loading dock leveler capacity must match the rated load of 25,000 / 30,000 / 35,000 / or 45,000 lbs.

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