SharkBite 24946 Installation Guide
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1. J amp SharkBite Plumbing Solutions ci THERE IS ONLY ONE _ The Very Best in Push Fit Plumbing Solutions CUT PUSH Using the disconnect Cut the pipe square Push pipe and fitting clip fittings can removing rough edges and together up to the be easily changed debris Mark the pipe tothe depth mark removed and reused correct insertion depth SHARKBITE FITTINGS TUBE SIZE COMPATIBILITY PIPE INSERTION DEPTH Nominal Size of Fitting Nominal Size of Tubing Tubing OD Size Tubing ID Size Pipe Insertion Decimal Depth Fraction 1 4 1 4 CTS 3 8 0 305 0 81 13 16 3 8 3 8 CTS 1 2 0 350 0 94 15 16 1 2 1 2 CTS 5 8 0 475 0 95 15 16 5 8 5 8 CTS 3 4 0 652 1 13 1 1 8 3 4 3 4 CTS 7 8 0 671 1 13 1 1 8 15 16 Insertion Depth 1 1 CTS 1 1 8 0 885 1 32 1 1 4 1 1 4 CTS 1 3 8 1 055 2 0 1 1 2 1 1 2 CTS 1 5 8 1 245 2 25 2 2 CTS 2 1 8 1 629 2 50 1 4 compression 1 4 ACR 1 4 0 190 n a 3 8 compression 3 8 ACR 3 8 0 311 n a 1 2 SharkBite End Connects COPPER CPVC PEX and PE RT pipe in any combination SharkBite and SharkBite 2XL are Quick Connect and Quick Disconnect NO soldering clamps unions glue or tools Certified to 200 psi and 200 F e Certified for underground and behind the wall applications and as a manufactured joint without access panels Exceeds ASSE 1061 Section 1V 4 1 Materials Dezincification DZR ISO 6509 e Certified for potable wate2. 7 CASH ACME SharkBite Plumbing Solutions www sharkbite com www cashacme com Manufactured and Distributed by Reliance Worldwide Corporation
3. from adverse water conditions adverse chemical environments or any other circumstances over which has no control This limitation applies even if RWC could have foreseen or has been advised of the possibility of these damages This warranty shall be invalidated by any abuse misuse misapplication or improper installation of the product How Does State Provincial Law Apply Some States Provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and some States Provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages Therefore the above limitations may not apply to you This Limited Warranty gives you the specific legal rights and you may have other rights that vary from State Province to State Province You should consult applicable State Provincial laws to determine your rights SO FAR AS IS CONSISTENT WITH APPLICABLE STATE PROVINCIAL FEDERAL LAW THE EXPRESS WARRANTY SET FORTH HEREIN IS THE ONLY WARRANTY GIVEN BY RWC WITH RESPECT TO THE SHARKBITE AND CASH ACME PRODUCTS AND RWC MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED AND HEREBY SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE Reliance Worldwide Corporation Reliance Worldwide USA 2727 Paces Ferry Road SE Suite 1800 Building 2 Atlanta GA 30339 Phone 1 877 700 4242 Fax 1 877 700 4280 WWW rWc com DS
4. aw requires this notice be provided to the consumer end user of this product 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 How Long Does The Warranty Coverage Last Product s Warranty Period from the date of sale SharkBite PEX Tubing Twenty Five 25 years SharkBite Push Fit Fittings Twenty Five 25 years SharkBite Brass PEX Barbed Fittings Five 5 years SharkBite Copper PEX Manifolds Five 5 years All other SharkBite products Two 2 years All Cash Acme products One 1 year Proof of purchase is required to validate the warranty period If proof of purchase is not available the warranty period shall default to the date of manufacture for each product NOTE Warranty is applicable to product installed in the country it was purchased What Are The Conditions Of This Warranty 1 All products must be installed in accordance with all applicable codes and in accordance with any local state provincial or federal requirements 2 The installing contractor must use construction techniques co
5. es the tube stop is a secure joint created The SharkBite fittings can only be used with pipe tubing certified to the following specifications e PEX ASTM F876 CSA B137 5 e Copper ASTM B 88 e CPVC ASTM D 2846 CSA B137 6 Support Sleeve O Ring The SharkBite fittings have an integral Tube Support Liner that is effective in supporting PEX tubing to ensure the o ring seals correctly on the outside of the PEX tubing The Tube Support Liner is not required for use with CPVC and copper tubing however these two types of tubing fit over the Tube Support Liner easily and hold it against the tube stop But the tube liner may be easily removed based on preference or local codes see page 4 for details 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 Wherever possible proper tube cutting tools such as rotary tube cutters copper tubing or tube shears for plastic tubing should be used Insert depth scribe mark 0 05 in 1 3 mm Once the tubing end is cut square and clean use the SharkBite Depth Deburr Gage sold separately and a permanent marker to mark the
6. insert depth on the outside of the tubing This mark is used to ensure that the joint is assembled correctly To assemble correctly the tubing needs to be pushed into the fitting until it meets the tube stop Follow these three steps to insert the tubing into the fitting 1 Insert the tube through the release collar to rest against the grab ring 2 Push the tube firmly with a slight twisting action until it reaches the tube stop 3 To ensure that the tube is correctly inserted check that the depth mark is within 0 005 in 0 13 mm of the end of the release collar 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 If using the SharkBite disconnect tongs place the teeth around the fitting assembly The fork end with the SharkBite brand logo should be positioned around the tube and the other end around the neck of the fitting 2 Push the clip against the release collar and pull the tube with a twisting action to release the tube If using the SharkBite disconnect tongs squeeze the tool with one hand and pull the tube with a
7. mpliant with applicable codes to install the range of products and use the product s within the design parameters specified in any installation guidelines and technical notes for the applicable system This shall include field pressure testing prior to concealing with concrete or by other means 3 Products must not be installed in a system that may operate at temperatures or at pressures that exceed the printed rating on the product packaging or installation instructions 4 Evidence of tampering mishandling neglect accidental damage freeze damage or unauthorized modifications or repairs that cause damage to RWC warranted products void any warranty coverage of those particular products It is expressly understood that failure as a result of any freezing fluids within the pipes does not constitute a defect in material or workmanship and shall not be covered by this warranty 5 Although RWC provides a plumbing system to facilitate a complete installation other manufacturers tubing and or fittings may be installed in any given installation provided manufacturing of the tubing and or fittings demonstrates compliance with the applicable ASTM standards and the product has been certified by a recognized third party testing agency The RWC product in the given installation will continue to be covered under this warranty NOTE RWC will be responsible only for proven defects in material or workmanship in RWC products Problems in products manufactured by an
8. other company should be reported to that manufacturer 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 call 1 877 700 4242 and in Canada 1 888 820 0120 What Will RWC Do If after inspection we find that a product covered by this limited warranty has failed due to a defect in material or workmanship during the specified warranty period we will repair or replace at our sole option free of charge the defective product during normal working hours and through a place of business as determined by RWC This shall constitute the sole and exclusive remedy for any defective product What Does This Warranty Not Cover RWC shall not be responsible for any incidental indirect contingent special or consequential damages including without limitation lost profits or the cost of repairing or replacing other property which is damaged if these warranted products do not work properly other costs resulting from labor charges delays vandalism negligence fouling caused by foreign material damage
9. r and hydronic applications Integral PEX Stiffener 3 8 to 1 1 4 is not required 2XL PEX Stiffeners sold separately Fittings can be rotated after assembly for easier installation in tight places 1 4 push fit connector ends require use of 3 8 OD CTS PEX CPVC or hard drawn Type K L and M and annealed Type M copper Chrome plated copper cannot be used unless chrome is removed Always consult with local plumbing codes concerning specific applications Fitting should be wrapped with an impervious material chloride free tape or tightly wrapped and sealed insulation works well to prevent direct contact with the backfill Backfill should be free of rocks debris or any sharp objects that may cause damage through impact or abrasion www sharkbite com 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 A specially formulated o ring is then compressed between the wall of the fitting and the tube before the end of the tube reaches the tube stop Second Stage O Ring Protector Release Collar Grab Ring PRISE Only when the tube has passed through the o ring and reach
10. twisting action to release the tube 3 Check the fitting and tube end for damage The fitting and tubing should be free of damage foreign objects and marks on the outside diameter If the tubing is damaged or marked then cut and use a new section of tubing 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 Gently work the Tube Support Liner past the o ring Stop once the Tube Support Liner has been pulled past the o ring the Tube Support Liner cannot be pulled out any further due to the grab ring 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 Notice to Installer Contractor California l
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