How to Guide

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depth. Aggres-
sively work the
cement into the
surface.
• Without re-dip-
ping the applica-
tor in the cement,
apply a thin layer
of cement to the
fitting socket ag-
gressively work-
ing it into the
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
3. Clean and Dry
Pipe and
Fittings
• Remove surface
dirt, grease or
moisture with a
clean dry cloth.
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surface.
• Donotallowcementtopuddleoraccumulateinsidethe
system.
• Solvent cement should conform to ASTM F 493 as
shown in the accompanying table. All purpose cement
is not recommended.
• PrimerisnotrequiredforFlowGuardGold
®
one-step ce-
ment, but may be used. Check local code requirements.
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4. 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.
5. Applicator
• Useanapplicator
that is one half
the size of the
pipe’sdiameter.
• Too large an ap-
plicator will force
excess primer or
cement into the
inside of the fit-
ting. Too small
an applicator will
not apply suffi-
cient cement.
6. Coat Surface
with Cement
• Stir or shake the
cement prior to
use.
• Apply a full even
layer of cement to
the pipe surface
to a point ½”
beyond the hub
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7. Join Pipe and
Fittings
• Assemble pipe
and fittings quick-
ly while cement is
fluid. If cement
has hardened, cut
pipe, dispose of
fitting and start
over.
• Insertpipeintottinghubgivingaquarterturnensur-
ing an even distribution of cement within the joint.
• Oncethepipecontactsthesocketbottomholdpipeand
fitting together until the pipe does not back out.
• Align all piping system components properly without
strain. Do not bend or pull pipe into position after being
solvent welded.
Primers and cements are extremely flammable and may
be explosive. Do not store or use near heat or open
flame, or death or serious injury may occur.
• Solvent fumes created during the joining process are
heavier than air and may be trapped in newly installed
piping systems.
• Ignition of the solvent vapors caused by spark or flame
may result in injury or death from explosion or fire.
• Read and obey all manufacturers' warnings and any
instructions pertaining to primers and cements.
• Provide adequate ventilation to reduce fire hazard and
to minimize inhalation of solvent vapors when working
with cements, primers and new piping systems.