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SECTION 210 Layout and Preparation '� ° gmg z�� ;� TABLE 1.2.1 Suggested Units of Labor for Installation Tapering Pipe Size Cutting Nand Tool Power Tool Joint Make-up In. (� ) { ) ( p ) ( p ) ( p ) ( (mm) min./o er. min. o er. min. o er. (minutes) andling, storing, and trans- 2 50 1.5 1.5 0.3 1.5 (s��• 3 75 2.0 2.5 0.7 2.0 rung the pipe,it can sometimes incur rough treatment. Therefore, 4 100 2.5 3.5 1.5 3.0 inspect all pipe surfaces for possible damage to the pipe wall, spigot, and bell ends. Inspect fittings for any signs of damage. Following are general guidelines that apply to most piping Damaged sections of pipe must be repaired or cut out and installations: replaced. Damaged fittings must be replaced. If in doubt about damage, contact your local Smith Fiberglass 1. For most average-size service stations, a two-worker Products'distributor or representative. crew is the minimum recommended crew size. We suggest that the crew size be increased as the pipe di- Exposing machined surfaces to direct sunlight can result ameter increases or when installing secondary contain- in loss of joint bonding strength (see Fig. 1.2.1). Because ment piping. the degree of weathering, surface degradation, and subse- quent effect 2. Organize the crew so that the adhesive is spread on the on bond bonding surfaces as quickly as possible after mixing strength the adhesive—particularly in extremely hot weather. varies greatly depending on 3. Plan adhesive kit usage so that the crew won't have to geographic lo- wait while one member goes to get another kit. cation and re- lated factors 4. Plan ahead so that a sufficient number of bonds are such as cloud available to use up one whole adhesive kit before that cover, season- kit is mixed. al hours of daylight, in- FIGURE 1.2.1 S. Make plans that allow for positive heat curing of all tensity of sun- field-made joints by the end of the work day when am- light, humidity, etc., it is difficult to place a fixed time bient temperature is below 707(21°C). See page 2 for limit on the acceptable amount of exposure. Therefore, in UL Listed adhesives, requirements, and restrictions. all instances where protective coverings are removed from machined surfaces and ultraviolet exposure exceeds one Following is a basic list of equipment that should be avail- day,corrective action must be taken. See para. 1.8.1. able before installation. Always be certain that appropri- ate tapering tools and adhesive kits are at the job site. 1.2.2 Installation Crew Size and Organization Note: Use the proper tapering tool for tapering each size Each installation is different, and requirements change de- of pipe(see Section S). pending on whether the installation is simple—consisting of long, straight runs—or complex. Requirements are also � � PMENT LIST affected by pipe size, installation temperature, and similar �� r��a � �s aMdW � � ��a, influences. See Table 1.2.1. For guidance under specific `Equipment for Cool Weather(be- � � circumstances, consult your Smith Fiberglass Products'dis � A VC) Pipe Assembly tributor or representative. Viz,; Laor source for prewarming Before beginning any installation, it is important that all 110 crew members be familiar with the installation procedures a. electric heating collar(I), described in this manual. It is also important that a "Fiberglass Piping Systems Installation Checklist for b. portable electric heat lamp, or Underground Petroleum Pipe"be reviewed by the crew and filled out as the job progresses. A completed copy of c. hot air blower the checklist should be retained to document that the in- stallation complies with current federal regulations. Installation checklists are available from your local Smith Fiberglass Products'distributor or representative. (1)Available from Smith Fiberglass Products or your local distributor. RED THREAD IIA Pipe & Fittings W. 5