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Setting the element
Before use, verify that the element is dry and free of oil and other contaminants
.
For easy installation insert the rebar into the drill hole while slowly twisting until the
embedment mark is at the concrete surface level.
For overhead application:
During insertion of the rebar mortar might flow out of the drill hole. For collection of
the flowing mortar HIT-OHC may be used.
Support the rebar and secure it from falling until mortar has started to harden, e.g.
using wedges HIT-OHW.
After installing the rebar the annular gap must be completely filled with mortar.
Proper installation:
desired anchoring embedment l
b
is reached: embedment mark at concrete
surface.
excess mortar flows out of the drill hole after the rebar has been fully inserted until
the embedment mark.
Observe the working time t
work
(see Table B3), which varies according to temperature
of base material. Minor adjustments to the rebar position may be performed during
the working time.
Full load may be applied only after the curing time t
cure
has elapsed
(see Table B3).
Annex B8/6
of ETA N° 19/0665
Intended Use
Installation instructions