Installation Tools and Accessories

End preparation for jointing

For jointing of KiTEC pipes, the end preparation of pipe is very important. Use KiTEC Tools only for perfect end preparation. the details are as follows:

Cutting of Pipe

Always use KiTEC pipe cutter to ensure burr free cutting. It is necessary that the cut is always at the right angle. Hold the pipe as shown in the figure to ensure right angle cut.

Rounding of Pipe

Push the pipe over the rounding tool, as shown. Rounding of the pipe end is essential. By using rounding tool, the end of the pipe is

  • Properly rounded.
  • The dimensions of the end are properly formed so that perfect sealing takes place in case of external as well as internal sealing fittings.
Chamfering of Pipe

It is always essential to chamfer the end of the pipe when pipe is used with brass as well as composite internal sealing fittings. The chamfering of the pipe protects the ‘O’ rings against any damage while pushing the pipe over the fitting.

Connection of Plumbing Accessories

Male Threaded Fittings

Male Threaded Fittings are having BSP Male Threads for Connection with BSP Female Threaded Fittings.

Do’s Don’ts
  • Always use teflon tape for sealing purpose.
  • Use proper spanner for tightening of Male thread connector.
  • Ensure that the thread matching is perfect. Improper thread matching may lead to damaging of threads.
  • While connecting, do not apply any sealing agent, such as ‘hold tight’, which has chemical bonding with metal. This may lead to failure of male threaded fitting while removing the fitting from plumbing accessory.

Female Threaded Fittings

Female threaded fittings are having BSP female threads for connection with BSP male threaded fittings.

Do’s Don’ts
  • Always use tap seal. Insert the seal as shown in the figure inside the female threaded end and tighten the plumbing accessories over it.
  • Teflon tape may be used for sealing purpose.
  • While connecting, do not apply any sealing agent, such as ‘hold tight’, which has chemical bonding with metal. This may lead to failure of male threaded fitting while removing the fitting from plumbing accessory.

Bending of KiTEC Pipe

Do’s Don’ts
  • If the Pipe run is required to be exactly in Horizontal and Vertical planes, then Minimum Distance between two bend should be 5 times Diameter of Pipe.
  • For lower distances, pipe should be allowed to run at Lower Angles to Horizontal Plane.
  • Use Internal Bending Spring at bends near the end as shown in figure.
  • Don’t Bend the pipe at a Radius Lesser than 5 times the Diameter of Pipe.
  • Don’t Bend the pipe without using Bending Springs of suitable Size.

Supports for KiTEC Pipe

Pipe as well as fittings should be properly supported to keep the piping manitenance free.

For External Installations

Where KiTEC is surface mounted, maximum support centers on straight runs should be 2.5 meters for Horizontal lines as well as Vertical lines. However, shorter support centers may be necessary in case the allowable sag is to be minimized.

Always support the fittings at all the joints. Use proper clamps, preferably KiTEC clamps, for supports. Don't tighten the clamps too tight to avoid deformation of pipe section. Don't use sharp objects such as nails and steel wires for holding the pipe.

Concealed Installation

Cement tacking is the best method to keep the KiTEC pipe in place before concealing. Always tack the pipe at all the joints. Don't use sharp objects such as nails and steel wires for holding the pipe.

Testing of piping system

Do’s Don’ts
  • Always use KiTEC Test Plug for Plugging the Female Threaded Open Ends.
  • Hand tighten the test plug inside the Female Threaded Fitting. The seal of test plug will ensure sealing of the end.
  • After testing, test plugs should be replaced by Plastic Threaded Plugs.
  • Follow the test procedure as given below.
  • Never use GI/MS threaded plugs. Over tightening of these plugs for achieving sealing at high pressures may weaken or damage the fitting.
  • GI/MS plugs should not be used for normal plugging also. Corrosion of these plugs over a period may lead to weakening of fittings during removal.
Test Procedure

The whole Installation should be Tested Hydraulically on completion by Subjecting all supply and Distributing pipes, Fittings and connections to appliances, to an internal test pressure of 1.5 times the maximum operating pressure for the installation or the relevant part.

The whole of the system is subjected Internally to the test pressure which is maintained by pumping for 30 minutes, After which the test continues without further pumping.

The Pressure in the system is carefully Reduced to One Third of the Test Pressure

The Pressure does not drop over the following 90 minutes and there is no visible leakage;