Push Fit Connection
Push Fit Connection
Key Guidelines to Assemble Your Pipe Fittings
Need professional guidance to assemble your push to connect fittings? Read our stepwise guidelines below and follow the process carefully for the best results.
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STEP 1
DO NOT use a wrench of any kind for assembly.
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STEP 2
Lubricate O-Ring in Megatite with lube that meets requirements of the water and pipe supplier.
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STEP 3
Cut the pipe square or straight with pipe cutter only DO NOT use a hacksaw
Chamfer outer edge of the pipe with a proper chamfer tool. -
STEP4
Insert stiffener into the pipe then measure and mark correct insertion depth which is 2 1/16″ from the end of the pipe. Push the pipe into fitting up to the mark on the pipe ensuring the pipe has been pushed past the internal ‘o’ ring. Make sure the mark on the pipe is in line with the end of the Nut.
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STEP 5
Pressure Test for Leaks Before Backfilling
NOTE:
Keep in mind that you are using plastic and not an indestructible material.
FEATURES
POLYETHYLENE NOMINAL SIZE | TUBE SIZE O.D. |
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3/4″ .871/.879 | 1″ 1.120/1.130 |