THERE IS ONLY ONE TRUE SHARKBITE The Very Best in Push-Fit Plumbing Solutions CUT: Cut the pipe square removing rough edges and debris. Mark the pipe to the correct insertion depth. PUSH: Push pipe and fitting together up to the depth mark. DONE. *Using the disconnect clip, fittings can be easily changed, removed and reused.
THE SHARKBITE® CONNECTION SYSTEM The SharkBite® connection system uses an advanced push-fit design that works in two stages. When the tube is inserted into the fitting it passes the first stage through a release collar and then through a stainless steel grab ring. The grab ring has teeth that open out and grip onto the tube. At the second stage the tube is pushed through an o-ring protector which aligns the tube.
CONNECTING A SHARKBITE® JOINT The following instructions must be followed to assemble the SharkBite® Connection System. PREPARATION Select the correct size fitting and tubing for the job. Check that fittings and tubing are clean, in good condition and are free from damage and foreign objects. Cut the tube so that the ends are square. Ensure that there are no burrs or damage to the cut end.
DISCONNECTING A JOINT Disconnection of the joint can only occur by using either the SharkBite® disconnect clip or the SharkBite® disconnect tongs. By applying pressure to the release collar with the clip or the disconnect tongs, the grab ring teeth are splayed. This action releases the tube, allowing it to be removed from the fitting. 1. Place the SharkBite® disconnect clip around the tube with the non-branded face against the release collar.
PEX TUBE SUPPORT LINER REMOVAL The tube liner is not necessary with CPVC or Copper tubing, and may be removed based on preference or local codes. The tube liner can be easily removed by pulling it past the o-ring, then with the aid of the SharkBite® disconnect clip or disconnect tongs (both sold separately), the Tube Support Liner can drop out of the fitting as it can move freely past the grab ring. Needle nosed pliers may be used to pull the Tube Support Liner out.
PEX TUBE SUPPORT LINER REMOVAL, CONT. Put the disconnect tongs (or clip) in place and squeeze them together. This will cause the grab ring teeth to spread. Once the disconnect tongs are squeezed and the grab ring teeth are spread, the Tube Support Liner can be easily removed. Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm.
LIMITED WARRANTY – SHARKBITE® AND CASH ACME® PRODUCTS What Does This Warranty Cover? Subject to conditions outlined in this statement, RWC (in the USA, Reliance Worldwide Corporation and in Canada, Reliance Worldwide Canada Inc.) warrants SharkBite® and Cash Acme® products, when used and installed in accordance with the requirements set forth below, to be free from defects in material and workmanship for the applicable warranty period.
LIMITED WARRANTY – SHARKBITE® AND CASH ACME® PRODUCTS, CONT. How Do You Get Service? In order to be eligible for service under this warranty you must return the defective product (with shipping charges prepaid) to the original place of purchase. You also must include the model number of the product, the original date of purchase, proof of purchase and the nature of the problem. Products returned without shipping charges prepaid will be refused. For questions or inquires to the Manufacturer, in the U.S.
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