Installation Guide

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 User Warnings.........................................................1
1.2 Limitations of Manual..................................................2
1.3 Applicable Codes and Standards .......................................3
Chapter 2: Description of System Components
2.1 Tubing ................................................................4
2.2 Fittings ...............................................................5
2.3 Striker Plates ..........................................................6
2.4 Pressure Regulators....................................................6
2.5 Manifolds .............................................................6
2.6 Shut-o valves and Quick-Connect Devices .............................6
2.7 Bonding Clamps .......................................................7
2.8 Protection Devices.....................................................7
2.9 HOME-FLEX® Tubing Cutter ............................................8
2.10 Replacement Parts ...................................................8
2.11 HOME-FLEX® Appliance Connectors ...................................9
Chapter 3: Sizing and Congurations
3.1 Conguration .........................................................10
Low Pressure Systems .............................................11
Dual Pressure Systems.............................................12
Hybrid Systems (Rigid pipe and CSST)..............................12
3.2 Sizing Methods and Examples..........................................12
Sizing Tables ......................................................12
Low Pressure systems (Longest Length/Branch Method)............13
Elevated Pressure Systems .........................................15
Hybrid CSST & Black Iron Rigid Pipe Systems .......................17
Chapter 4: Installation Practices
4.1 General Practices ......................................................19
4.2 Fitting Assembly.......................................................20
Male, Female, Union and Tee Fitting Assembly......................21
Termination Fitting Assembly ......................................23
Troubleshooting Fitting Connections ..............................24
4.3 Routing ...............................................................24
General Routing Practices .........................................24
Clearance Holes and Notching .....................................25
Concealed Locations for Fittings ...................................26
Outdoor Installation...............................................27
4.4 Protection.............................................................28
Striker Plates ......................................................28