Protect EDGE
TM
pipe and fittings from contact with:
Substance* Examples*
Alcohol Isopropanol, Ethanol, Methylated
Spirits
Acetic Acid Dyes, Ink, Paints
Glues/adhesives Liquid thread sealant, PVC glue, insu-
lation glue, some gypsum board
glues, some adhesive tape, other
glues or tapes which are not specifi-
cally approved for polymer materials
Grease and Oil Most cutting oils and other oils,
greases, Petrolatum
Paint and Lacquer Most paints and lacquers, including
water based
Primers PVC primer, paint primers, other
primers
Solvents Cleaning agents, acetone, ketone,
ether, MEK, some marker pens, some
PUR building foams, other
substances containing aromatic or
oxygenated solvents
Other Avoid contact with any substance
that cause stress cracking or corro-
sion, i.e. Plasticizers, ammonia, halo-
genated hydrocarbons or chloride
ions that can leach.
When installing EDGE
TM
components and in aggressive
environments (e.g. exposed to cleaning agents, aggressive
gases, chloride mediums), protect pipes and fittings against
corrosion adequately and in such a way that they are sealed
against vapours.
7.3
Transport and storage
Fig. 7-3 Protect pipes against sunlight
Protect pipes and fittings against UV radiation during
storage and transportation. When laying in areas where
UV-radiation (e.g. sunlight, neon light) can occur, cover the
piping fully with UV-proof material.
Avoid damaging the pipes and system components:
• Load and unload with due care.
• Only transport in a fashion suitable for the material.
• Do not drag over floors or concrete surfaces.
• Store on a flat surface with no sharp edges.
• Protect against mechanical damage.
• Protect against dirt, drilling dust, mortar, grease,
oil, paint, solvents, chemicals, humidity, etc.
• Protect against sunlight, e.g. with an opaque film
or similar material.
• Protect against long sunlight exposure during the
construction phase.
• Only unpack shortly before laying.
• For hygiene reasons, cap or seal open pipe ends
and protect pipes and fittings from contact with
harmful substances.
* The substances mentioned above reflect our current
knowledge of substances that may be part of chemicals
used on construction sites which can cause stress cracking
or corrosion to fittings or pipes; any new substance that
may be forthcoming in the future may not be compatible
will be excluded from our warranty upon notification.
If incidental contact occurs, confirm compatibility with
EDGE
TM
pipes and fittings.
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