Install Instructions

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Proper Expander Tool and
Head Maintenance
• ProPEX expander tools are sturdy, but
you must handle with care to prevent
possible damage to the cone and the
expander heads.
• Remove and clean the segment fingers
as needed.
• Remove the segments from the
attachment ring by pushing the
segment finger down toward the
opening in the ring. Once you have
removed the first segment, the rest
follow easily.
• Place the segments on a flat surface
with the ridges facing up. The fingers
should lay flat without any curve in
the middle. If the segments are bent,
replace the head immediately.
• To reassemble, replace the segment
fingers one at a time to the attachment
ring by sliding the grooved portion of
the segment fingers over the spring in
the attachment ring. The narrow ends
of the segment fingers point away
from the solid side of the attachment
ring. Hold these segment fingers in
place with your thumb as you insert
the remaining segment fingers.
• After cleaning and reassembling
the expander head, use a lint-free
cloth to apply a light coat of lubricant
to the cone prior to making any
ProPEX connections.
• If used regularly, apply the lubricant
daily to the cone of the ProPEX
Expander Tool (manual, air or
battery) as well as the ProPEX
Auto Rotation Adapter. Failure to
keep these tools lubricated may
result in improper connections.
• The handles of the ProPEX Hand
Expander Tool will open and close
smoothly if properly lubricated.
Caution: Excessive
lubrication may result in
improper connections. Only
use a small amount of
lubrication to keep the tool
working properly.
• Keep all other parts of the tool free
from lubricant.
• Once a month, soak the heads in
degreasing agent to remove any grease
from between the segments. Clean the
cone using a clean, dry cloth.
• Store the tool and expander heads
in the case. Store the tool with an
expansion head in place to protect
the cone. When storing the manual
expander in its case, loosen expander
head to ensure that the handles close
completely. Remember to re-tighten
the expander head before using the
tool again.
• Store the tool in a dry location to
prevent rust.
• Uponor offers the Tool Depot as a
convenient way to service Uponor tools
quickly and easily. Note this service is
for Uponor tools only. For Milwaukee
tools, contact your local distributor.
For more information or for specific
instruction on how to get your tool
serviced, contact Uponor Technical
Services toll free at 888.594.7726 or
[e-mail]. You can also
visit www.uponorpro.com/tooldepot.