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10. When measuring a hose for specific installation, it is important
to remember that the tangent point for hose bending is at the end of
the hose nipple portion inside the hose. It is recommended to add a
minimum of 6” to dimension A shown below :
Always keep the bend radius of the hose within the recommended
dimensions published for the specific hose. (see catalog)
11. It is common in some applications to attach hose by sliding the hose
over a pipe or other fixed connections and clamping the hose to this
attachment fixture. The use of worm gear type hose clamps is
recommended for low pressure applications (generally less than 75
psi WP). When hose clamps are employed the installer must follow
the recommended installation procedures for correct hose retention.
It is best practice to pressure test new applications to verify the
attachment method is functional.
12. Use of Worm Gear Clamps— see page 13.
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NovaFlex 6
Do – Inspect and or test hoses every six
times the working pressure or to industry
based on RMA, USCG, OSHA, DOT, AP
Do – Be educated on how to inspect a h
is safe to use along with correct hose us
of safety! “When in doubt, remove the
Do – Store hose in a flat coil. Be sure no
on the floor, a shelf or table. Long length
reels.
Do – Protect hose from the effects of ozo
oxygen which is more prevalent than mo
from electrical or ozone producing equip
are good O3 absorbers.
Don’t – Crush or kink hose. Avoid repea
eventually break the reinforcement of the
Don’t – Substitute hose types. All hoses
hose supplier for the correct recommend
Don’t – Use a hose if any of the reinforc
cover due to cuts, gouges, cracks or just
Don’t – Exceed the working pressure of
(including pressure spikes).
Don’t – Use damaged or worn fittings. C
loose or has moved, has worn threads, w
Successful hydro testing will help verify t
assembly.
Don’t – Store hose after use, without rin
substances that ultimately deteriorate the
Don’t – Use a hose outside its recomme
Don’t – Take short cuts, use the correct
ods as required by USCG, NMMA, SAE
Don’t– Use hose in an area that has hig
cause rubber and plastics to deteriorate.
motors and other electrical equipment. In
rubber & plastic product life will be shorte
Marine warranties.
Don’t— Store hose below –20ºF. Boat s
plastics and rubber products to temperat
Inspect all hoses if the craft may have se