Installation Guide
5
GALVANIZED TUBING
SharkBite Universal fittings should not be installed
(threaded or push-to-connect) on galvanized tubing.
SHARKBITE SOLDERING
When soldering is required near a SharkBite Universal
connection, make all solder joints first and then make
the SharkBite connections. Flame can cause the pipe
to reach high temperatures and should not be used
close to a SharkBite Universal fitting.
SHARKBITE FITTING REUSE
SharkBite Universal fittings are intended to be a
permanent connection and are not designed for
repeated connection and disconnection. If the need
arises to change a fitting after initial installation this
can be done given that proper care is taken when
removing and reinstalling SharkBite Universal fittings.
1. SharkBite disconnect tongs or SharkBite
disconnect clips must be used when removing
the fittings.
2. The initial pipe and the new pipe must be clean
and free from scratches and burrs.
3. Mark the correct insertion depth, insert the fitting
to the mark, turn the water back on and check
for leaks.
WORKING PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE
SharkBite Universal fittings have a maximum
temperature of 200°F maximum pressure 200 psi
when used on copper pipe. When used on PVC, CPVC,
PEX, PE-RT or HDPE refer to the maximum pressure
temperature rating of the pipe.
PEX STIFFENERS
SharkBite Universal fittings (3/8" to 1") come with
an Integral PEX Stiener. 1/4" (3/8" OD) fittings do
not require PEX stieners. PEX Stiener are required
for PEX, PE-RT and HDPE pipe. 2XL PEX Stieners
sold separately