There are primarily four ways to install direct buried microducts: l Using a machine or hand to excavate an area and install them directly into the ground. l Placing it into a slot-cut or micro trench. l Using a mole plow. l Integrating it into an existing duct. Before you begin any of these installations, you will want to use a manufacturer-supplied tube cutter to cut the microduct. Do not use any other cutting tool. Next, you need to make sure a sealing plug covers both ends of the microduct. Putting this in place will prevent any water or dirt from contaminating the duct and possibly causing damage. Finally, you want to check to see if you've trapped the drawcord with the sealing plug.
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