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Typically, the pipe is removed from the field using an AIM
Pipe Retriever. There are two models, the Valley Machine and
the Salinas Machine.
Alternately, some growers choose to pull the pipe in full
lengths into adjacent fields for use or storage.
Field Removal of Certa-Set using the AIM Pipe Retriever
1. Survey field conditions and decide on retrieval direction.
Considerations should be taken for pipeline length, spline
direction and work area limitations (roads, headland
sizes, ditches)
2. Disconnect pipe from the main line connection. Remove
swing joints (19 foot 3" Certa-Set lateral) and transition
fittings. Note: the transition fitting (Tee or elbow) should
be at 90 degrees so that the outlet is facing up.
LATERAL PIPE FIELD REMOVAL
Certa-Set Lateral Pipe Field Removal Guide
Swing joints are on both
sides of the Nelson valve
Nelson valve with burried
main line
Elbows connecting
lateral pipe runs
Tees
End plug to be removed
Remove spline
Remove end plug
Drain piping
3. Follow all operating procedures and safety precautions as instructed by the pipe retriever manufacturer. The illustrations
and notes below are general guidelines, and all safety and operating requirements from the pipe retriever manufacturer
and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) shall take precedence.
4. Disconnect 3" Certa-Set end plugs and drain line completely.
Failure to drain lines will result in damage to the pipe
and will void the warranty.
