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Cement PVC vent joints
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Method for joining PVC vent pipe and fittings with cleaner-primer and medium-body solvent cement.
Check in this order
- Cut the pipe end square, chamfer the edge, and remove all burrs and ragged edges.
- Clean the fitting socket and pipe joint of dirt, grease and moisture.
- Check the pipe fit in the socket.
- Wipe socket and pipe with cleaner-primer and apply a liberal coat inside the socket and outside the pipe.
- Apply a thin coat of cement inside the socket.
- Quickly apply a heavy coat of cement to the pipe end.
- Insert the pipe with a slight twist until it bottoms out.
- Hold the pipe in place for 30 seconds.
- Wipe away excess cement and allow 15 minutes before handling. Cure time varies with fit, temperature and humidity.
Applies to: PVC vent joints
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