Transport & Storage
• Pipes and fittings should be loaded and unloaded with extreme caution and care.
• Do not drop pipes or slide them over the ground. Unloading pipes, packed as a block, should be done using plastic straps or forklifts equipped with flat prongs or extensions.
• Maximum outdoor storage time is 6 months.
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• Pipes without UV-resistance should not be exposed to UV rays for any length of time.
• Pipes must not be subjected to heavy blows.
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• Avoid contact with metal straps, hooks or chains.Further more, make sure that the pipes are not pulled over sharp edges (e.g. tailgate). • We recommend removing the pipes from the packing only shortly before installation. • Carton-packed pipes and fitting must be protected against moisture.
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• At temperatures below 0°C (32°F), pipes may become damaged by strong impact. In spite of its high impact resistance, the material must be treated with care at low temperatures. • Providing a solid, flat, and level base for the pipe is very important to avoid a deformation of the pipes while in transport and storage. Improper storage of pipe can cause bowing.
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