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PIPE & PIPE FITTINGS — GENERAL
Store materials on the project site in enclosures or under protective coverings in
accordance with manufacturer's recommendations and as required by the Engineer.
Assure that materials are kept clean and dry.
Do not store materials directly on the ground.
Follow manufacturer's specific instructions, recommendations and requirements.
PART 2 - PRODUCTS
2.1 MATERIALS
A.
Materials are specified in the following Sections in this Division.
PART 3 - EXECUTION
3.1 INSPECTION
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G.
Provide all labor necessary to assist the Engineer to inspect pipe, fittings, gaskets, and
other materials.
Carefully inspect all materials at the time of delivery and just prior to installation.
Carefully inspect all pipe and fittings for:
1. Defects and damage.
2. Deviations beyond allowable tolerances for joint dimensions.
3. Removal of debris and foreign matter.
Examine areas and structures to receive piping for:
1. Defects, such as weak structural components that adversely affect the execution
and quality of work.
2. Deviations beyond allowable tolerances for pipe clearances.
All materials and methods not meeting the requirements of this Contract will be
rejected.
Immediately remove all rejected materials from the project site.
Start work only when conditions are corrected to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
3.2 INSTALLATION
A.
General:
1. Install all pipe and fittings in strict accordance with the manufacturer's
instructions and recommendations and as specified herein.
2. Install all pipes and fittings in accordance with the lines and grades shown on the
Drawings and as required for a complete installation.
3. Install adapters, acceptable to the Engineer, when connecting pipes constructed
from different materials.
4. Support all piping in accordance with the "Pipe Hangers & Supports" Section in
Division 15.
3.3. CLEANING AND TESTING
A. Cleaning & Testing Piping - General:
1. Thoroughly clean all piping prior to testing. Remove all dirt, dust, oil, grease and
other foreign material. Exercise care while cleaning to avoid damage to linings
and coatings.
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