This CPVC fire sprinkler product is a Life Safety Assembly and must be treated carefully.
Please read the following before any activity which could contact this system:
- Read and follow Harvel’s Installation Instructions prior to use. Training by an authorized representative is available and is recommended. Proof of training may be required by local authorities.
- CPVC piping components may be damaged by certain substances used in construction and building maintenance.
- ONLY system compatible materials including, but not limited to solvent cements, caulks, sealants, cutting oils and thread pastes as noted in Harvel’s installation instructions should be used in contact with this system.
- DO NOT expose CPVC products to incompatible substances such as cutting oils, non-water based paints, packing oils, traditional pipe thread paste and dope, fungicides, termiticides, insecticides, detergents, building caulks, adhesive tape, solder flux, flexible wire/cable (with special consideration for communications cabling), and non-approved spray foam insulation materials.
- DO NOT expose CPVC products to edible oils, solvents, or glycol-based anti-freeze fluids. When combining metallic pipe and fittings with CPVC products in a system, the cutting oils should be removed prior to assembly.
- DO NOT store CPVC products in containers with metal products where it may become damaged or contaminated with packing oils.
- DO NOT handle CPVC products with gloves contaminated with oils (hydrocarbons) or other incompatible materials.
Failure to follow this notice and Harvel’s installation instructions may cause cracks or fractures to develop in CPVC products, resulting in property damage and personal injury due to leaks or flooding. The presence of any visible cracks may require partial or full system replacement.
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