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Plumbing. Introduction to Ag Mechanics MSAGED 7-6. Written by Melissa Moulton. The term plumbing means installing and repairing pipes and fixtures, including pipes for handling waste water.

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  1. Plumbing Introduction to Ag Mechanics MSAGED 7-6 Written by Melissa Moulton

  2. The term plumbing means installing and repairing pipes and fixtures, including pipes for handling waste water. • In agriculture mechanics, all work done with pipe and pipe fittings is considered to be a part of plumbing.

  3. Why is Plumbing important in Agriculture? • Many of us are use to the common conveniences of having plumbing systems in our homes, schools, and stores. • What was life like before plumbing was installed… • Had to use outside outhouses • No running water for showers or cooking • Collected rain water to use • Had to carry water from a well

  4. What are some uses of plumbing in Agriculture? • To clean/bathing • To cook with • Water Animals • Drinking • Sewage • Refrigeration

  5. Copper Cast Iron Black Steel Galvanized Steel PVC Polyethylene Pipe Hot and Cold water lines Large sewage liquid, not used very often Zinc covered, used for water outdoor lines sewage in house, cold water outside Black Plastic, Used for water, replaces copper and PVC What are the different types of pipes?

  6. Different Plumbing Fittings 90 degree Slip Elbow 45 degree slip elbow PVC Male Adaptor PVC Slip Tee PVC Threaded Tee Brass Conne-ctor

  7. Hacksaw- Used to cut PVC, CPVC, and ABS Pipe Teflon Tape- Used to wrap around threads to prevent leaking Pipe Cement Solvent – Used to assemble PVC, CPVC, and ABS pipes

  8. Plumbing Tools • Sand paper- Helps in smoothing the end of the pipe after cutting it • Clean Cloth- Wipe off excess solvent cement

  9. Tri-Square-Helps in cutting the pipe square • Tape Measure (yardstick)- Used to measure pipe for cutting

  10. Many of the modern conveniences we enjoy are due to plumbing. • Water is brought into buildings and waste water is taken away through plumbing systems. • If proper techniques are used and the correct procedures are followed, these materials will give many years of service.

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