PPJ PLASTIC PIPE JOINER
For Joining Solvent Weld Pipe
1. Align ends of pipe to be joined. Allow sufficient
space between ends for cement application
2. Select the proper size saddle for the pipe to
be joined. Attach saddles to joiner with pins
provided. (Push or tap pin in all the way.)
3. Lay joiner on pipe with one saddle directly
behind bell. The other saddle must be placed
far enough from the beveled end to permit the
pipe to enter the socket to the required depth.
4. Wrap chain around pipe, drop links in hooks on
brackets and securely tighten clamp nuts.
5. Apply Solvent Cement strictly according to
manufacturer’s instructions.
NOTE: At elevated temperatures, the fluids employed may evaporate or dry very quickly. Therefore, once applied,
the joining must be done immediately or a proper bond cannot be assured.
6. Pull pawls back and slip ratchet ring on ratchet head. Engage pawls. Using the ratchet handle, pull the pipe end
into the socket to the depth specified by pipe manufacturer. Reverse pawls (retract and turn 180°) to change direction.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR JOINING SOLVENT WELD PIPE AND FITTINGS:
JOINING FITTINGS TO PIPE:
1. The fitting attachment (PPJFA) is used when assembling tees,
elbows, etc., which cannot be accommodated by the saddle.
2. Removed the retaining pin and take off saddle from the fixed end
of joiner. Assembly crossbar of PPJFA to joiner with retaining pin.
3. Position side arms of PPJFA on the crossbar, with appropriate
notches facing each other. The notches are marked with nominal
pipe sizes.
4. Assemble the joiner with the saddle on the pipe with the side arms of
the PPJFA pushed tightly against fitting behind bell. Maintain
alignment of fitting and pipe. Tighten square screws nearest fitting on
top of arms.
5. After preparation of pipe end and socket with appropriate cement,
pull into socket with ratchet handle. Pull pawls back and slip ratchet
ring on ratchet head. Engage pawls. Using the ratchet handle, pull the pipe end into the socket to the depth specified
by pipe manufacturer. Reverse pawls (retract and turn 180°) to change direction.
CAUTION: To prevent leaking joints due to the scraping of softened ends of pipe and fitting, do not use V-saddles for
solvent cement joint pipe or fittings. Instead, use the PPJ with semi-circular saddles.
HELPFUL HINTS:
1. To remove the sharp edge from the O.D., use Reed DEB4, BT1, or BT2 Pipe Bevelers.
2. Reed joiner may also be used for holding pipe when cutting, beveling, etc.
PPJ with PPJFA and PPJ6S
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR JOINING SOLVENT WELD PIPE:
Reed Manufacturing Company
1425 West 8th St. Erie, PA 16502 usa
Phone: 800-666-3691 or 814-452-3691 Fax: 800-456-1697 or 814-455-1697
www.reedmfgco.com
