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Fusing a Fitting
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warnings and do not use this equipment
unless you know how to operate it cor-
rectly.
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building codes, requirements, and stan-
dards.
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fusion.
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ing contamination in water can prevent
proper fusion.
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before performing work. Consult the
Plastic Pipe Institute for list of chemicals
that adversely affect plastic pipe.
(www.plasticpipe.org)
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taminants.
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fusion. Make sure that pipe is free of
water before performing work.
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Fittings and Fusers that are the correct
size for the pipe you are fusing.
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Fuser is properly positioned before initiat-
ing fusion.
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not stop prematurely.
NOTICE
Failure to use this equipment as
instructed can result in substan-
dard pipe fusion which may fail
immediately or over time and could
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stantial property damage.
Equipment Setup & Usage Instructions
Prepare Pipe for Fusion
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quality pipe cutter designed for the pipe.
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work towel to remove any oils or fluids.
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NOTICE
Do not use abrasive cloth or emery
paper on pipe to clean.
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