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INTRODUCTION

This technical note is intended to provide general information about minimum and maximum installation and operating temperatures for the listed plastic pipe and fitting materials in nonpressure applications.

The temperature limits presented here are based on non-pressurized continuous exposure to high temperature aqueous (i.e., fluid) environments. Piping manufacturers should be consulted regarding the applicability of these limits in the presence of specific chemicals or conditions.

This Technical Note is not a design manual. Engineers, designers, and installers should refer to pipe, tubing and fitting manufacturer's technical data and design manuals for detailed design and installation information.

In addition, users should follow industry standards (e.g., standard specification, standard practices) such as those published by ASTM, AWWA, CSA and other standards development organizations, as well as applicable building and construction codes and local regulations.

Note 1: The materials included in this document are those which PPI and its members have the most knowledge and experience. Material or pipe manufacturers should be consulted for recommendations about other piping materials.