Test for Slippage
Bring the fitting against the main under initial heat (bead-up)
pressure to insure that no slippage or movement of the main or
fitting occurs.
TX00462-3-30-11
Clamp Fitting
Position the fitting, and bolster if required, loosely in the movable
jaw(s). Close the carriage to properly position the fitting on the
main. Tighten the clamp knobs.
Be sure to allow enough travel for the melt pattern and fusion to
occur (3/4" min.).
TX04027-4-12-10
Special Operations
- Saddle Fusion Procedure
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39
9-9-
21-9
4
5 - 3
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39
0-9-
21-9
4
Clean Surfaces
Clean the pipe in the area the fitting will come in contact.
Clean the base of the fitting.
Use a 50 or 60 grit utility cloth, scraping tool, or other procedure
specified by the pipe manufacturer, fitting manufacturer, or
applicable standard.
Clean and rough the main to expose fresh material.
Surfaces must be free of water and oil.
TX01879-3-30-11
PH00
40
0-9-
21-9
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