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Plastics Technical Manual
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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.
8. Join Pipe and
Fittings
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and fittings quick-
ly while cement is
fluid. If cement
has hardened, cut
pipe, dispose of
fitting and start
over.
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the fitting hub
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
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giving a quarter turn as the pipe is being inserted, ensur-
ing an even distribution of the cement within the joint.
Do not quarter turn the pipe after contact with socket
bottom.
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cement from the
exterior. A prop-
erly made joint
will show a con-
tinuous bead of
cement around
the perimeter. If
voids appear suf-
ficient cement
may not have
been applied and
joint failure may
6” and Larger Iron Pipe Size ABS, PVC
and CPVC Pipe and Fitting Systems
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1. Cut Pipe
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with the axis. All
joints are sealed
at the base of the
fitting hub. An
angled cut may
result in joint
failure.
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include recipro-
cating saw, me-
chanical cut off saw with carbide tipped blade or other
appropriate tool.
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visible cracks.
Primers and cements are extremely flammable and may be
explosive. Do not store or use near open flame or elevated
temperatures, which may result in injury or death.
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strain. Do not bend or pull pipe into position after being
solvent welded.
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accompanying table. All purpose cement is not recom-
mended