A. This test shall be performed in accordance with AWWA most recent recommended procedure. Water Department personnel must witness such testing. All services and mains larger than 2” shall be tested.
B. The pressure and leakage test shall consist of first raising the water pressure to a pressure equal to the rating of the pipe or 150psi which ever is highest. While maintaining this pressure, the Contractor shall make a leakage test by metering the flow of water into the pipe. Current AWWA recommended procedures should be followed.
C. If the section fails to pass the pressure and leakage test, the Contractor shall do everything necessary to locate, uncover, and repair or replace the defective pipe, fitting or joint, all at his own expense and without extension of time for completion of the work. Additional tests and repairs shall be made until the section passes the specified test.
D. If, in the judgment of the Water Department, it is impracticable to follow the foregoing procedure exactly for any reason, modifications in the procedure shall be made as required and approved, but in any event the Contractor shall be responsible for the ultimate tightness of the line within the above leakage and pressure requirements.
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