
Parker Hannifin Corporation
Parflex Division
Ravenna, Ohio
Bulletin No. 4660-PGP2T
Parflex
®
Flexible Gas Piping System
Design and Installation Guide
4.5 Meter Hookups
4.5.1
Self-Supported Meter
CSST can be directly connected to gas meters that are supported by brackets attached to the building
structure or by framework dependent of the structure. On independently supported meters, Parflex CSST
can in some locations be routed through the exterior wall and connected directly to the meter. Some
utilities have their own specifications for meter attachment. Be sure to check with the local code officials
and/or gas utility to ensure this is an acceptable practice in your area. Direct connections must provide a
loop or slack in the tubing to account for building settling and meter movement. The wall penetration must
also be properly sealed following code guidelines.
Independently Supported Gas Meter
Section 4.0 Installation Practices
Note: Diameter of hole shall be at least 1/ in. greater than O.D. of tubing
and shall be sleeved in accordance with local building code (if applicable).
No radius required
for straight run
Sealant
Sealant
Bracket Attached to Structure
Sealant
Bracket Not Attached to Structure
a)
b)
Caution: Building codes vary. Check your local utility and building codes to verify that this meter connection
practice is acceptable.
4.5.2
Pipe Supported Meter
Gas meters in some cases are supported by the service/supply line or by the interior piping system inde-
pendent of the structure. Do not use Parflex tubing (CSST) as a direct connection to any meter which must
be supported by the piping. On pipe supported meters, accepted practice is to connect the meter outlet to a
termination flange mounted on the exterior wall, penetrate the exterior wall with a Parflex Meter Stubout
or use steel pipe to provide a rigid attachment for the meter and Parflex tubing within the building.