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[[File:45 degs.PNG|thumb|Schematic of pipes and connectors]]
[[File:45 degs.PNG|thumb|Schematic of pipes and connectors]]
[[File:Jet cleaning.jpg|thumb|Diagram of hydrojetting cleaning apparatus]]
[[File:Jet cleaning.jpg|thumb|Diagram of hydrojetting cleaning apparatus]]
*To permit access by cameras or cleaning apparatus, 90 degree connectors must not be used in subterranean underdrains. Instead 2 x 45 degree connectors, or preferably 3 x 30 degree connectors should be used instead.
*To permit access by cameras or cleaning apparatus, 90 degree connectors must not be used in subterranean underdrains. Instead 2 x 45 degree connectors, or preferably 3 x 30 degree connectors should be used (see figure).
*For the same reason, dual walled perforated pipes with smooth internal walls are highly recommended to reduce the potential snagging of maintenance equipment.
*For the same reason, dual walled perforated pipes with smooth internal walls are highly recommended to reduce the potential snagging of maintenance equipment.
*The recommended distances between clean outs is based on advice for filter beds in the Ontario Building Code<ref>Province of Ontario. (2018). O. Reg. 332/12: BUILDING CODE. Retrieved February 23, 2018, from https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/120332</ref>. However, the access capabilities of difference apparatus and contractors varies and designers are advised to take advice from maintenance operators in this matter.
*The recommended distances between clean outs is based on advice for filter beds in the Ontario Building Code<ref>Province of Ontario. (2018). O. Reg. 332/12: BUILDING CODE. Retrieved February 23, 2018, from https://www.ontario.ca/laws/regulation/120332</ref>. However, the access capabilities of difference apparatus and contractors varies and designers are advised to take advice from maintenance operators in this matter.