Use and Care Guide

ManualsBrandsOatey ManualsPipe Cements, Primers Cleaners31008L

01 - Plastic Pipe Cements and Primers

Q - What is the shelf life of the cement and primers?

 PVC & ABS Cements / Primers and Cleaners have 3 year shelf life from date of manufacture,

and CPVC has 2 year shelf life from date of manufacture.

Q - Where can I find the date code on can?

 The date codes on all PVC, ABS and CPVC cements / Primers and Cleaners are located on the

bottom of can.

Q - How do I read the date code?

 The date is written in Julian format. The first group of five numbers is the date of manufacture

and is read as follows, i.e. 14045. The first two numbers are the year and the last three

numbers are the day of the year. 14=2014 and 045=February 14

, so the date of manufacture

is February 14

, 2014.

Q - What can I use to clean up purple primer?

 Unfortunately once purple primer comes into contact with any material, the affect is

permanent.

Q - Can I use PVC cement on CPVC pipe, or CPVC cement on PVC pipe?

 Oatey has formulated different cements for various applications and you should always use

PVC cements on PVC piping and CPVC cement on CPVC piping. If you have a unique

circumstance, please contact our technical department.

Q – How are cure times determined?

 Cure times vary depending on a wide variety of factors. Please use online charts or contact

technical department for your job specific application.

Q - How many fittings can I cement together with one can of cement?

 This depends on the can size and the diameter of pipe. Please use online charts or contact

technical department for your job specific application.

Q - What type of primer do I use on PVC and CPVC pipe?

 All primers are safe for use on PVC and CPVC pipe and fittings.

Q - Do I need to use primer on ABS?

 No. You should never use primer on ABS pipe because it will affect the integrity of the pipe.

Summary of content (5 pages)

PAGE 1
01 - Plastic Pipe Cements and Primers Q - What is the shelf life of the cement and primers?  PVC & ABS Cements / Primers and Cleaners have 3 year shelf life from date of manufacture, and CPVC has 2 year shelf life from date of manufacture. Q - Where can I find the date code on can?  The date codes on all PVC, ABS and CPVC cements / Primers and Cleaners are located on the bottom of can. Q - How do I read the date code?  The date is written in Julian format.
PAGE 2
Q - What cement do you recommend when chemicals are flowing through the lines?  Please email our technical department for job specific application guidelines. Q - Can I use PVC cement to join ABS to PVC?  No. Oatey has green transition cement for this application. Before using this product on your project, you will need to check with your local building officials to insure it is approved in your municipality.
PAGE 3
Q - Can I use green transition cement to join different types of pipe together?  Green transition cement can be used to join ABS to PVC or any variation of the two, but only if local building codes approve the application. Q - What is the definition and differences between PVC, ABS and CPVC materials?  ABS/Acrylonitrile-Butadiene-Styrene is only used for drainage, waste and vent (DWV) systems.
PAGE 4
Q - Can I use All Purpose Cement to join PVC to CPVC?  No. It is not recommended because it takes longer for CPVC to finish the curing process necessary to complete a strong bond after the cement is applied. CPVC is also rated for hot water use which will affect cure times. PVC is not rated for hot water temperatures. Q - Can I use X-15 cement to glue vinyl fabric together?  Yes. Only if the fabric is PVC. If it is CPE, we would recommend Oateyweld.
PAGE 5
Q - There is a taste and odor in the CPVC water lines shortly after installation, how can I solve these issues?  Oatey cements and primers have outside lab approval for lines that carry drinking water (NSF). The plumbing system carrying the water should be drained by first shutting the water off at the water meter, which is most commonly found in the basement on the front wall facing the street. If you have a home on slab, it should be in the mechanical room with the furnace and water heater.