Is it acceptable to use a PVC union or flexible coupling on the suction pipe? I was just thinking that might make future maintenance easier than cementing the 1" pipe right into the check valve.
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Hey Kevin, I am a plumber and I don't see why you could not install one or the other. I would prefer not to have a mechanical joint if not necessary. If needed at a later date, I would simply cut the pipe and install a coupling at that time. Hope this helps
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Keep in mind I'm just a do-it-yourselfer homeowner, not a plumbing/sprinkler professional. For attaching to PVC, I used (1"?) threaded adapters (wrapped PVC threads with Teflon tape) with appropriate sized outlet. Tape and tighten threaded adapters, dry fit PVC pieces then clean/glue. In my case, I assembled to sprinkler system inlet PVC first then to the outlet plumbing to assure alignment between Febco adapter/outlet and sprinkler PVC line (that is, between the downstream portion of the Febco and existing PVC). If you expect sub-freezing temps, I've used heat tape/insulation around inlet/outlet valves and body. Febco has downloadable freezing precautions.
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I just went and looked at the piping on my pump after I read your question. I have had it installed for about a year, The pipe I used (and it fit) was 1 1/2" NPT PVC. I used a threaded PVC coupler sized at 1 1/2 and it screwed right into the discharge outlet of the pump. Then I cemented a length of 1 1/2 PVC to the 1 1/2 coupler and ran it to my sewer drain. The answer from KenDo More is incorrect for THIS Wayne pump. I believe he is thinking of a different coupler that would screw into the 1 1/2 port on the base of the pump and then make the discharge pipe size 1 1/4.
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I used Oatey "rain-r-shine' blue PVC cement and purple primer from HD on mine and it has worked out fine. Several months with a new variable speed pump with no leaks or issues. Hope that helps!
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The unit's compatible with pvc. You'll have to stabilize the pvc input and outflow so that you can unscrew the canister from the cap. I did it with a couple of wooden blocks and some metal plumbers tape.
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These fittings have a 3/4 inch slip fitting that a short piece of PVC pipe can be glued into. You can then use another fitting that is slip on one side and threaded on the other and use a 3/4 screw cap fitting.
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The system is put together with PVC tubing and compression fittings. You can go to your local hardware store and purchase tubing of any length you may need - I believe it is 1/2 OD, but safest to bring it with you so the clerk can match up the size (they can also show you how compression fittings work if you don't know). If your concern is loss of suction, no worries...I currently run 60 feet with no noticeable difference.
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We have PVC pipes and have had no obvious problem. Seems to work well, recommended to us by the local hardware store - a place that takes matters like this, quite seriously. In fact, the have a dozen alternative products and they were strong in recommending thus one. I put it in 2-3 times per year and leave a box on the floor with a list of dates. Smells a bit when you dump the stuff in the hopper and flush. So best to be leaving after application. And, best not to use caustic materials that drain to tank. Kills off te good bugs.
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Realistically, you are not going to get a satisfactory answer to this. Every company that makes dust collection equipment has a different idea about how to couple their hoses to the collector or vacuum. What you do is you go down to the local hardware store and you find PVC fittings that you can adapt. For this saw, I cut down an old vacuum cleaner hose and then used a length of mountain bike inner-tube to fit tightly over the dust outlet and the vacuum cleaner nozzle end, then snugged everything up with hose clamps.
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Use a 1/2" npt union or better yet, get the valve kit so you can flush out the unit once in a while. Make sure you put a T&P; valve on the outlet side for safety. it will be part of the valve kit if you purchase it.
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Either. Just remove the plug from the side you want to hook up. My unit came with a 3-way PVC "T" connector with a spring loaded gasketed cap to use as the utility port. Have to assemble yourself but slips right on. No PVC cement necessary. I'm pretty happy with my unit. Stronger, cleaner, and quieter than the one I replaced.
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I broke one of my poles and couldn't find replacements so I cut a piece of 1/2 in PVC and slid it over the broken section. That worked. Sorry, but that is the best answer I could provide.
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I'm not sure of the sizing of the fittings that you reference, but I use hard pvc couplers, etc. that I purchase at Home Depot with the flexible pipe for my pond. They do need to be glued together. If you're using a fitting that goes into the flexible pipe, it's helpful to put the end of the pipe in hot water 1st and it makes it more flexible.
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I have no experience with high pressure PVC uses. If the pipe is sturdy enough for high pressure, I can't imagine how proper use of the tape would damage it. But---why in the world is a safety system pipe exposed to freezing conditions??
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I bought a leaf trap and add a pvc pipe that go up and over below the waterline and the attached a vacuum hose to it and is works great. Before I did that and just put the hose into the return. It would clog and was a real pain in ass
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We hard piped ours with pvc it wasnt hard . things did fit and it was hard to find adaptable pieces . if there is a way I could send you a couple pics. I will
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I had no luck with a PVC pipe joint partially due to not being able to work in close quarters with dirt in a hole and getting a fit around the joint. It leaked way bad, but the wrap dried solid! Just not against the PVC pipe.