Install Instructions

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SharkBite PEX must be properly supported to protect against excessive strain. For both
vertical and horizontal applications we recommend the tubing be supported every 32"
between supports, leaving a little slack (1/8"-1/4") in the tube to allow for normal expan-
sion and contraction. Always use approved PEX supports and never use a support that
has sharp edges.
The SharkBite PEX tubing can be submerged in concrete but we recommend following these guidelines to ensure a
long lasting, maintenance-free installation.
•Protectthetubingwithnon-metallicsleeveswhenenteringorexitingtheconcreteslab.Alargerdiameterpiece
of SharkBite PEX also works well in this application.
•Donotallowjointswithintheslab.UseacontinuouslengthofSharkBitePEXwithintheslabandbesureto
check for leaks before pouring concrete.
Proper Support of SharkBite
®
PEX
Technical Data for SharkBite
®
PEX
32"
Concrete Installation of SharkBite PEX
Cross linking is a process that changes the chemical
structure of high density polyethylene used to make
PEX tubing, so that the polymer chains are connected
with each other in a three-dimensional net by chemical
bonds. PEX A, B, C and D are terms used to describe
the different manufacturing methods used to produce
PEX tubing. Regardless of which manufacturing method
is used, all PEX pipe meets the same standards for
commercial and residential plumbing applications.
SharkBite PEX Tubing Marking:
All SharkBite PEX Tubing is marked with:
0025 ft CASH ACME 02 BARRIER 1/2" SDR9 PEX5006 160PSI@73F - 100PSI@180F C1 WG 6.12.14=16:00
c NSF® us pw NSF 14 CSA B137.5 ANSI/AWWA C904 ASTM F876/877 (ASTM F1807, ASTM F2098, ASSE1061)
CODE EVALUATION
TUBING LENGTH
TUBING SIZE & IDENTIFICATION
MANUFACTURING LOCATION & DATE
MANUFACTURER
Classification of Crosslinked Polyethylene
Typology Method Symbol
A Chemical Peroxide cross linking PEX-a
B Chemical Silane cross linking PEX-b
C Physical Radiation cross linking (beta) PEX-c
D Chemical Azocomponents cross linking PEX-d
Cross Linking Methods
Typical
approved
PEX support.
OPTIONAL FOR OXYGEN BARRIER PIPE ONLY