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Download Solution PDFWhich of the following tests is performed to detect the leakage of rain water pipe in the testing of house sewers?
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Download Solution PDFThe laid pipes are usually tested to ascertain the water-tightness of the pipes and joints. There are three tests that are commonly performed to test leakage of the pipes and are as follows:
- Air Test - Generally used to test underground and vertical pipes. The escape of air from the leaky joint forms bubbles that can be seen visually.
- Water Test - Most commonly used for underground house sewer pipes. The drain is plugged at the lower end and the water is filled in the pipe through the upper manhole to maintain a pressure of 1 to 1.5 m depth of water. If there is no drop in the water level in 10 minutes, then there is no leakage from the pipe.
- Smoke Test - Generally used to detect leakage of existing vertical sullage pipe or rainwater pipes. In this test, smoke is forced into the pipe with the help of a blower to test the leakage.
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