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How to Install & Remove SharkBite Push-to-Connect Fittings?

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How to Install & Remove SharkBite Push-to-Connect Fittings?

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Introduction

Push-to-connect fittings are universal pipe fittings. No special tools are required for their installation. Designed for ease of use and efficiency, these fittings are perfect for both professionals and DIY enthusiasts.

In this article, you will find some useful information about the advantages of SharkBite push-to-connect fittings and learn how to install/remove them.

SharkBite Push-to-Connect Fittings: Benefits

SharkBite push-to-connect fittings create seamless & easy transitions between the same or different types of pipe materials. These fittings are compatible with PEX, CPVC, copper, PE-RT, and HDPE pipes.

You don’t need any tools, glue, crimping, or soldering. Note that the fittings can be installed in wet lines. Another plus is that these fittings can be rotated after installation. You can install them without worrying about their positioning.

SharkBite fittings can be used in underground & behind-the-wall applications. If you are going to install them underground, be sure to wrap them in silicone tape before burying them.

The Installation of SharkBite Push-to-Connect Fittings

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Fast and easy installation is one of the main benefits of SharkBite push-to-connect fittings. How to install a SharkBite fitting? Follow the steps below.

Step 1 - Determine the material of the pipe.

Step 1 - Determine the material of the pipe.

Brass push-to-connect fittings made by SharkBite are compatible with PEX, PE-RT, copper, as well as HDPE pipes. They come with a PEX stiffener pre-loaded into the fitting for PEX & HDPE, which does not need to be removed when connecting to copper or CPVC products.

Step 2 - Cut the pipe squarely.

Step 2 - Cut the pipe squarely

Make sure that your pipe is free of debris as well as scratches and then cut the pipe. For a copper pipe, use a deburr & gauge tool to get rid of sharp edges/burrs on the pipe.

Step 3 - Measure & mark the insertion depth.

Step 3 - Measure & mark the insertion depth

Using the deburr & gauge tool, measure and mark the proper insertion depth on the pipe.

Step 4 - Make the connection.

Step 4 - Make the connection

Push the fitting to the insertion mark on your pipe. Then, turn on the water to check the connection.

The Removal of SharkBite Push-to-Connect Fittings

The Removal of SharkBite Push-to-Connect Fittings

One of the advantages of such fittings is that you can easily remove and reuse them. How to remove a SharkBite fitting? For the removal of these push-to-connect fittings, you need disconnect tongs or a disconnect clip.

How to use the SharkBite disconnect tongs?

1. Slide the tongs over both the fitting & the pipe.

1. Slide the tongs over both the fitting & the pipe.


2. Squeeze the tongs to press the release collar of the fitting.

2. Squeeze the tongs to press the release collar of the fitting


3. Pull the pipe from the fitting.

3. Pull the pipe from the fitting.


How to use the SharkBite disconnect clip?

1. Snap the disconnect clip onto the pipe.

1. Snap the disconnect clip onto the pipe


2. Press the release collar using the disconnect clip.

2. Press the release collar using the disconnect clip


3. Pull the pipe from the fitting.

3. Pull the pipe from the fitting


Note: after removal, you can reuse your SharkBite brass push-to-connect fitting BUT if you use a fitting repeatedly, it shouldn’t be used for a permanent installation.

Conclusion

SharkBite plumbing fittings are perfect for various applications. Installing a SharkBite push-to-connect fitting is easy and doesn’t take much time. The removal process is also stress-free.

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