10 02/18 FIELD CUTTING PIPE TO A SPECIFIC LENGTH Determine the exact length of carrier pipe needed. Mark the casing at this point. Measure back 6" on both sides and mark the casing at these points using a wrap-around. Use a carpenters handsaw or a PVC saw to cut the PVC or HDPE casing. Be careful not to damage the FRP carrier pipe during this cutting operation. Remove the casing and cut off the insulation. See illustration below. Mark and cut the FRP pipe at the desired length using a fine-toothed hacksaw. Make sure cut is square. If a FRP fitting is to be installed at this point, taper the cut ends using the tapering tool. Using a utility knife, remove the insulation between the casing and the carrier pipe one inch in from the face of the casing as shown below. Insert the rubber end seal between the casing and the carrier pipe using the handle of a hammer or screwdriver to push the seal all the way. Silicone caulking may be used in lieu of the rubber end seal.