Use and Care Guide

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SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
HOW TO DETERMINE RIGHT OR LEFT
HAND INLETS
Use the following illustrations and descriptions to
determine whether a fitting has a right- or left-hand inlet.
PAINTING CAST IRON SOIL PIPE
If desired, Charlotte Pipe’s cast iron soil pipe and fittings
can be painted to coordinate with surrounding surfaces.
• Closet Bends and P Traps — Place the inlet upright
near you, with the spigot facing away. If the side inlet
is on your right, it is a right-hand inlet.
• All Branch Fittings — Place the spigot near you,
with the branch facing upwards. If the side inlet is
on your right, it is a right-hand inlet.
• All Bends — Place the fitting upright, with the
spigot near you. If the side inlet is on your right, it
is a right-hand inlet.
To reduce the risk of serious injury, carefully review and
follow the paint manufacturer's instructions.
• Always allow proper ventilation of paint fumes and avoid
eye or skin contact.
• Use extreme caution near sparks, heat or open flame.
• In case of an accident, follow the hazardous warning
and treatment statements printed on the paint container
label.
Follow these steps for a high-quality painted finish:
1. Clean the pipe’s surface of all dirt, oil and grease.
2. Apply a primer coat of high-quality, oil-based
primer paint. Allow it to dry according to the paint
manufacturer’s specifications.
3. Apply a top coat of high-quality, oil-based enamel
paint. Allow the painted components to dry according
to the paint manufacturer’s specifications before
handling them.
SIPHONIC ROOF DRAINS
Instructions from the manufacturer of the siphonic roof
drains and applicable local plumbing and building codes
should be followed.
NOTE: These drains produce both positive and negative
pressure at elevated velocity, and the specifier or engineer
designing the system should specify piping products
meeting the requirements of the application. Charlotte
Pipe recommends contacting the manufacturer of these
drains for recommendations. Providing appropriate
thrust restraints and anchors is crucial.
See ASPE Standard 45-Siphonic Roof Drainage for
additional information.
Right Hand
Illustrated
Right Hand
Illustrated