INTRODUCTION TO PLUMBING (2023/2024) Rated A

INTRODUCTION TO PLUMBING (2023/2024) Rated A Adjustable wrench A wrench with a movable jaw that can be adjusted to fit different size bolts or nuts. Channel Lock Pliers grabbing/holding tool, reengage at different positions, adjustable pliers with a wide range of openings. serrated jaws grip large irregular objects The art and technique of installing pipes, fixtures, and other apparatuses in buildings for bringing in the supply of liquids, substances and/or ingredients and removing them; and such water, liquid and other carried-wastes hazardous to health, sanitation, life and property pipes and fixtures after installation i.e., the "plumbing system" PLUMBING The receptacles that receive the supplied water and allow the occupants of the building to use the water. PLUMBING FIXTURES The piping network within the building which conveys from the plumbing fixtures all wastes and fecal matter (sanitary drainage) as well as rainwater (storm drainage) to a point of disposal or a treatment facility. PLUMBING SYSTEM The plumbing system consists of a _______ leading to a fixture SUPPLY PIPE The plumbing system consists of a ______ taking the used water away from this fixture. DRAIN PIPE The 2 main components of a Plumbing system WATER SYSTEM & DRAINAGE SYSTEM the one who works or engages in the business of installing in buildings the pipes fixtures and other apparatus for bringing in the water supply and removing liquid and waterborne wastes The Plumber three categories of plumbers based upon their level of experiences 1. Apprentice plumber 2. Journeyman plumber 3. Master plumber Flexible waterproof ribbon for covering threaded pipe joints to prevent leakage. Teflon tape term used to describe any part that connects to sections of pipe fitting round rubber washer used to make valve stems water tight O-ring A curved portion of plumbing designed to hold enough water to block, or seal the section of pipe from gasses, odors, and pests Trap the main pipeline in a supply or drain system to which all branches connect Main rigid pipe made of polyvinyl-chloride plastic, often used for drains and waste or vent pipes. PVC putty with dough-like consistency used to seal the joints between fixture settings and metal pieces. plumbers putty flexible rod with a curved end used to pull clogs from a toilet trap. Auger sloped or vertical section of drainpipe designed to allow sewer gasses to escape and be replaced by outdoor air so pressure is not lost during the venting. vent stack drain fitting which connects two sections of pipe at a 45 degree angle. WYE FITTING T-shaped fitting used where three pipes intersect. Tee suitable for drinking potable wastewater from baths, showers, bathrooms, and washing machines Gray Water adjustable pipe wrench Type of wrench used for working on compression fittings, supply lines and other plumbing parts that have hex-shaped nuts.