INSTALLATION SharkBite INSTRUCTIONS Connection System ® The SharkBite® 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.
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.
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. Notice to Installer/Contractor: California law requires this notice be provided to the consumer/end user of this product.
Limited warranty - SharkBite® Connection system A. Reliance Worldwide Corporation, the Company, warrants the following products - SharkBite® PEX Tubing, SharkBite® Push-Fit Fittings, SharkBite® Brass PEX Barbed Fittings, SharkBite® Copper PEX Manifolds and other SharkBite® Accessories - to be free of defects in material and workmanship for the time periods shown below and when used and installed in accordance with the requirements set forth below. 1.
with any applicable local building, plumbing and mechanical codes. E. Evidence of tampering, mishandling, neglect, accidental damage, freeze damage or unauthorized repairs that cause damage to Reliance Worldwide Corporations SharkBite® warranted products void any warranty coverage of those particular products. The terms of this warranty specifically exclude all field connections. Reliance Worldwide Corporation, in its sole discretion, can decide whether the warranty will be honored or is void. F.
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