How to Guide

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Plastics Technical Manual
INSTALLATION PROCEDURES
• Apply a full even
layer of cement to
the pipe surface
to a point ½”
beyond the hub
depth. Aggres-
sively work the
cement into the
surface.
• Oncethesurfaceisprimedremoveallpuddlesofexcess
primer from the fitting socket.
• TheuseofprimerforABSisnotrecommended.Check
local code requirements.
9. Coat Surface with Cement
• Cementmustbeappliedwhileprimeriswet.Itisideal
if one mechanic applies the primer while a second im-
mediately applies the cement.
• Stirorshakethecementpriortouse.
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• Apply a medium
layer of cement to
the fitting sock-
et aggressively
working it into
the surface. On
bell end pipe do
not coat beyond
the socket depth.
• NOTICE: CPVC Schedule 80 systems must be installed
usingIPS714orOateyCPVCHeavyDutyOrangesol-
vent cements.
10. Join Pipe and Fittings
• Assemblepipeandttingsquicklywhilecementisu-
id. If cement has hardened, cut pipe, dispose of fitting
• Apply a second
full coat of ce-
ment to the pipe
surface aggres-
sively working it
in.
• Do not allow ce-
ment to puddle or
accumulate inside
the system.
• Solvent cement
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and start over.
• Itisveryimpor-
tant that the pipe
is fully inserted
to the fitting stop
at the bottom of
the fitting. Large
diameter pipe is
heavy and can
develop signifi-
cant resistance
during insertion.
The use of a pull-
ing tool designed for plastic piping systems is recom-
mended.
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.
Failure to follow proper installation practices,
procedures, or techniques may result in personal injury,
system failure or property damage.
• Use a solvent cement / primer applicator that is 1/2 the
size of the pipe's diameter. Too large an applicator will
result in excess cement inside the fitting. Too small an
applicator will not apply sufficient cement.
• Cut pipe square.
• Do not use dull or broken cutting tool blades when
cutting pipe.
• Do not test until recommended cure times are met.
• Align all piping system components properly without
strain. Do not bend or pull pipe into position after being
solvent welded.
shouldconform totheappropriateASTMstandard for
the piping system as shown in the accompanying table.
Heavybodied cement isrecommended.Allpurposece-
ment is not recommended