Victaulic VicFlex AB12, Field Installation Handbook

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STYLE AQD-M BRACKET INSTALLATION
FOR ROUND OR SQUARE METAL
OR FRP DUCTS REV_A
CONNECTION TO THE SPRINKLER PIPING USING
THE SUPPLIED NO. 140 MALE NPT OR BSPT
THREAD X GROOVE ADAPTER
WARNING
• The flexible hose shall not be bent or fluctuated up-and-down or side-to-side
when pressurized.
Failure to follow this instruction could cause improper sprinkler operation, resulting
in death or serious personal injury and property damage.
1. Apply pipe joint compound or PTFE thread sealant tape to the tapered threads of the
No. 140 Male NPT or BSPT Thread x Groove Adapter, in accordance with the pipe joint
compound or tape manufacturer’s instructions. Using a pipe wrench, tighten the adapter
into the sprinkler piping.
2.
Follow all applicable instructions in the above notice to install the Series AH2-CC
Flexible Hose.
INSTALLING THE STYLE AQD-M BRACKET ONTO
THE DUCT
WARNING
• A particle mask and protective gloves shall be worn during
preparation of the duct.
• Wear safety glasses, hardhat, and foot protection.
Failure to follow these instructions could result in serious
respiratory system illness or other personal injury.
NOTE : Before performing the following steps, determine the location on the duct where
the Style AQD-M Bracket will be installed. The location shall permit easy access to the
Style AQD-M Bracket for inspection purposes. Wear a particle mask, safety glasses,
hardhat, and foot protection during this phase of installation.
1. Drill a 1 1/2-inch/38-mm hole into the
surface of the duct at the desired location.
1a.
Remove all burrs from the hole.
1b.
Remove all cutting particles from the
surface of the duct.