Attempt Temporary Seal with Inflatable Pipe Plug
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Desperate Measures to SAVE THE FARM POND!
What happens here
The presenter attempts a temporary fix using a specialized inflatable pipe plug, referred to as a 'cherne' or 'ductile iron' plug. He inflates the plug using a Milwaukee M18 HD12.0 pump to test its functionality and demonstrates how it expands. He then carefully inserts the deflated plug into the broken pipe. With the plug in place, he inflates it to 26 PSI, slightly below the recommended maximum of 30 PSI, aiming to seal the pipe and stop the water flow. The goal is to allow the surrounding area to dry out before a more permanent solution can be applied.
Goal: Temporarily stop water flow through the broken pipe to dry out the dam.
Tools and materials
- Gloves — Protecting hands from mud and debris
- Inflatable Pipe Plug — Temporarily sealing the broken pipe
- Milwaukee M18 HD12.0 Pump Milwaukee — Inflating the pipe plug
- Safety Glasses — Protecting eyes during inflation and pipe work