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19 Prepare coupling fitting threads and attach Co -Flex termination fitting (male or female) to connector/s or Direct Connection fitting and clamps. Tighten to specs. Position pipe within trench for proper spacing. Lay out piping runs while maintaining separation between pipe lengths and at crossover points. TEST & CROSSOVER BOOT/TUBING INSTALLATION: The Test/Crossover Assembly Boots are attached to the Co -Flex Piping ends to provide a sealed access and test point for the interstitial/secondary space within the pipe. The Test/Crossover Boots utilizes two (2) stainless steel band clamps which when tightened around the primary or inner pipe jacket and the Co -Flex containment outer jacket isolate the interstitial space. An air valve stem is installed in the boot for an outlet opening for connecting the crossover and/or test tubes. These tubes are used for the testing of and the interconnection of the interstitial space from pipe section to pipe section. Crossover tube assemblies are used for junctions, pipe to pipe in line connections, piping run termination points, tank connection points and any piping manifold connection points. Test/Crossover Boots and tubes are fitted and tightened in place after the piping terminations and their connections have been made. After installation and tightening of all test/crossover boots and tubes, pressure testing may be done. Crossover tubes may be removed to isolate each piping run if required. PRESSURE TESTING PRIMARY AND SECONDARY Typical primary piping testing is done at 50 psi fora m inimum of one (1) hour. Typical secondary or interstitial space testing is done at 5 PSI for a minimum of one (1) hour. These tests may be performed after installation is complete, but before backfill. Local regulations and requirements may vary. Note: Care needs to be taken when pressurizing the secondary, add pressure slowly and do not exceed 10 psi during pressurization process. We recommend a small hand, bicycle type, pump to pressurize the secondary. Always use safe procedures when pressure testing piping systems. Western Fiberglass, Inc. assumes no liability or responsibility for testing procedures.