Specification

Sales & Specifications Sheet • Issue Date March 2016
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A Division of Reliance Worldwide Corporation
SharkBite
®
Corrugated Stainless Steel
Water Heater Supply Connectors Kit
DESCRIPTION
SharkBite Corrugated Stainless Steel Water Heater Connectors kits are used in residential and
commercial applications to connect the hot and cold supply lines to the water heater. The
connectors are corrugated stainless steel. The Water Heater Connectors are designed for use
in accessible locations to connect water heaters, fixtures and other water connected devices to
the water supply.
The connectors are available in 18" lengths. The connections on the water heater hose are 3/4"
FIP X 3/4 “ SharkBite fitting, 3/4” FIP x 3/4” SharkBite ball valve and comes with a 3/4 in
disconnect clip. The SharkBite connection allows the installer to connect to copper, PEX, CPVC
and PE-RT tubing eliminating the need for an additional transition fitting.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Utilizes a SharkBite Connection:
Eliminates the need for additional transition fittings, Connects to copper, PEX, CPVC
and PE-RT tubing.
Ease of installation:
Ideal for areas where stainless steel braided hoses are not code compliant or
replacement of rigid pipe not suitable.
Integrated ball valve supply shutoff:
Shutoff and isolate the water heater for replacement, or service.
Ease of use:
No soldering or glue.
Available in 18" lengths:
No cutting pipe.
Design certified and agency listed:
Inspector friendly, allows peace of mind.
SPECIFICATION
The SharkBite Water Heater Connectors with ball valve shall be used with residential and
commercial water heaters. The SharkBite Connection shall be connected to copper (ASTM
B88), PEX (ASTM F876), CPVC (ASTM D2846) and PE-RT (ASTM F 2769). The SharkBite
Water Heater Connectors shall be used with water in accessible locations only.