Installation Guide

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction
1.1 User Warnings.........................................................1
1.2 Limitations of Manual..................................................2
1.3 Applicable Codes and Standards .......................................3
Chapter 2: Description of System Components
2.1 Tubing ................................................................4
2.2 Fittings ...............................................................5
2.3 Striker Plates ..........................................................5
2.4 Pressure Regulators....................................................6
2.5 Manifolds .............................................................6
2.6 Shut-o valves and Quick-Connect Devices .............................6
2.7 Bonding Clamps .......................................................6
2.8 Protection Devices.....................................................7
2.9 Replacement Parts.....................................................7
2.10 HOME-FLEX® Appliance Connectors ...................................8
Chapter 3: Sizing and Congurations
3.1 Conguration .........................................................9
Low Pressure Systems .............................................10
Dual Pressure Systems.............................................11
Hybrid Systems (Rigid pipe and CSST)..............................11
3.2 Sizing Methods and Examples..........................................11
Sizing Tables ......................................................11
Low Pressure systems (Longest Length/Branch Method)............12
Elevated Pressure Systems .........................................14
Hybrid CSST & Black Iron Rigid Pipe Systems .......................16
Chapter 4: Installation Practices
4.1 General Practices ......................................................18
4.2 Fitting Assembly.......................................................19
Troubleshooting Fitting Connections ..............................20
4.3 Routing ...............................................................21
General Routing Practices .........................................21
Clearance Holes and Notching .....................................21
Concealed Locations for Fittings ...................................22
Outdoor Installation Issues ........................................23
4.4 Protection.............................................................24
Striker Plates ......................................................24
Through-Wall Penetration .........................................25