Buying Guide

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7. Thread the fitting
onto the pipe and
tighten by hand.
Using a strap
wrench only, fur-
ther tighten the
connection an
additional one to
two threads past
hand tightness. Avoid excessive torque as this may
cause thread damage or fitting damage.
Pressure Testing
Threaded piping systems can be pressure tested up to 100% of
their hydrostatic pressure rating as soon as the last connection
is made.
CAUTION: AIR OR COMPRESSED GAS ARE NOT
RECOMMENDED AS MEDIA FOR PRESSURE TESTING
OF PLASTIC PIPING SYSTEMS. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS
WARNING MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
Threading Instructions for Thermoplastic Pipe (Continued)