Installation Guide

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Plastics Technical Manual
Joining larger diameter piping systems, particularly for pres-
sure applications, requires a higher degree of skill. Proper
installation technique is critical. Close attention to the steps
below will help professional mechanics to complete success-
ful installations.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
ABS, PVC and CPVC Iron Pipe Size
Installation Procedures
6” and Larger Iron Pipe Size ABS, PVC and
CPVC Pipe and Fitting Systems
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1. Cut Pipe
• Cut pipe square
with the axis. All
joints are sealed
at the base of the
fitting hub. An
angled cut may
result in joint
failure.
• Acceptable tools
include recipro-
cating saw, me-
chanical cut off saw with carbide tipped blade or other
appropriate tool.
• Ifanyindicationofdamageorcrackingisevidentatthe
(tube/pipe)end,cutoffatleast2”ofpipebeyondany
visible cracks.
4. Mark Insertion
Depth
• Measure the t-
ting hub depth.
Usingapipewrap
as a straight edge
mark the inser-
tiondepthplus2”
in a heavy contin-
uous line around
the circumference
of the pipe.
mended. Rollers are not recommended.
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5. Dry Fit
• With light pres-
sure, pipe should
go one half to one
third of the way
into the fitting
hub. Pipe and
fittings that are
too tight or too
loose should not
be used.
6. Applicator
• Useanapplicator
that is one half
the size of the
pipe’s diameter.
Use of an ap-
propriately sized
applicator will
ensure that ad-
equate cement is
applied. Natural
bristle brushes or
swabs are recom-
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2. Remove Burrs
and Bevel
• Remove all pipe
burrs from inside
and outside diam-
eter of pipe with a
de-burring tool.
• Chamfer (bevel)
the end of the pipe
10° - 15°. Pow-
ered and manual
chamfering tools
are available.
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3. Clean and Dry
Pipe and
Fittings
• Remove surface
dirt, grease or
moisture with a
clean dry cloth.
• Toosmallanapplicatorwillnotapplysufcientcement.