Erase Main

Layer(s) affected:                   SPRKDAT1, SPRKDAT2, SPRNK2, SPRKDATA

Alias:                                       EMA

Associated Commands:         [Main]

HydraCAD Ribbon:                 Draw Panel

Used to delete a main pipe. Riser nipples and pipe breaks are removed. Start the command and you will get the prompt: Select Pipes by using [Straight pipe run, Coupling segment] <Straight pipe run>\ :

Straight Pipe Run will select all of the pipe up until the end of the pipe or the first change in direction. Coupling segment will select all of the pipe up until the first coupling encountered.

Choose your selection method by picking in the Command line or entering the first few letters of the option. Coupling segment was selected in the example.

You will be prompted to Pick Main Pipe. Pick the main.

The main and riser nipple is erased. The remaining branch pipes are joined where the break was. Existing lengths are changed to accommodate the change.

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