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MEMO
#1002: Wet Winterizations per ML 2002-10 - 9/09/02
It has
been brought to our attention that several of our contractors
have not been completing wet winterizations per the ML 2002-10
guidelines as issued on 06/21/02.
It is very important that you completely review the new guidelines
(http://www.safeguardproperties.com/guidelines/FHA/Winterization/Gr_1.htm)
and perform winterizations in compliance with these requirements.
Failure to complete work according to the guidelines may results
in re-conveyances of properties to our clients. If you have
not completed work as required by the guidelines, you may
be held responsible for costs associated with such reconveyances.
The new
guidelines for completing a wet winterization have changed
significantly in most areas. You can no longer just drain
the system, pour anti-freeze in the traps and toilets, and
shut the water off. The new guidelines now also require pressurization
of the system to 50 lbs for a minimum of 30 minutes, installation
of a RPZ valve, filling of the boiler and heating loops with
non-toxic anti-freeze (propylene-glycol), and return of the
heating system to a operating temperature (55 degrees) and
pressure.
If you
are unable to complete the wet winterization for the allowable
in your area, you will need to provide a detailed bid to perform
the work.
These new guidelines are effective for all work completed
after 06/20/02 (effective start date 06/21/02). Please forward
a list of the loan numbers for all properties where you have
completed a wet winterization since 06/21/02. We need this
information as soon as possible to determine whether the winterizations
were completed properly.
Please
forward the requested information to Steve Meyer, ext. 1179,
e-mail address steve.meyer@safeguardproperties.com.
For additional
information on the new ML 2002-10 requirements, please click
on the following link:
http://www.safeguardproperties.com/guidelines/SGIIintro.shtm
Thank
you for your cooperation and immediate attention to this matter.
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