INSTALLATION MANUAL PEX-A Expansion PEX PEX-B
PEX INSTALLATION MANUAL What Is PEX? Cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) is a high-temperature, flexible, polymer pipe. Cross-linking technology was first developed in Europe and has since come into use around the world for a variety of applications. PEX has a 30-year history of successful use in the European market with extensive testing for durability and material performance. It was first introduced in North America in 1984 where it was primarily used for radiant floor heating.
PEX INSTALLATION MANUAL What Is PEX? Why Use PEX?.............................................................................................2 Tools.................................................................................................................................4-12 Fittings..........................................................................................................................13-16 PEX Tubing...................................................................................
PEX CRIMP TOOL 69PTKH00143 - 1/2" 69PTKH00144 - 3/4" 69PTKH00185 - 1" 69PTKH0014C - 1/2" & 3/4" 69PTKH0015K - 3/8"-1" HOW TO USE Crimp Tools 1. Cut tubing end squarely. Check for and remove any burrs. 2. Slide crimp ring over end of tubing. Insert fitting into end of tubing until it stops. Position the crimp ring 1/8" to 1/4" from the end of the tubing and over the ribs of the fitting. Apollo PEX Crimp Rings 4. Check for proper crimp with the Go/ No-Go gauge. 3.
PEX ANGLE CRIMP TOOL 69PTKANG143 - 1/2" 69PTKANG144 - 3/4" HOW TO USE Angle Crimp Tool Moving handle Stationary handle 1. Cut tubing end squarely. Check for and remove any burrs. 2. Slide crimp ring over end of tubing. Insert fitting into end of tubing until it stops. Position the crimp ring 1/8" to 1/4" from the end of the tubing and over the ribs of the fitting. 3. To open the jaws: In a continuous motion, pull the moving handle apart, down, then back towards the stationary handle.
Works on PEX Rings PEX CRIMP REMOVALClamps TOOL & RING Cinch Up to 1" Step 1 1 Step Makes Fittings Set Dial onReusable Tool to Desired Ring HOW TO USE Set Dial Cutting Sizeon Tool to Desired Ring Cutting Size Crimp Ring Removal Tool emoval Tool Instructions Operating Step 2 2 Step Cut PEX pipe close to fitting and Cutsmall PEX pipe close69PTKD0009 to fitting insert jaw inside fitting andand insert small jawforcing insidecutter fitting and compress handle, Step 1 compress handle, forcing cutter through
PEX GO/NO-GO GAUGE 69PTKGONO HOW TO USE Go/No-Go Gauge 1. Slide the correct slot on the gauge around the crimped ring. 2. If the ring does not fit into the slot at all, then the crimp is a “No-Go”. Adjust the crimping force on the tool and re-crimp the ring. 3. If the ring slides into the slot and stops in the “Go” range, then the crimp is good. 4. If the ring slides all the way into the slot, then the crimp ring is compressed too small and is a “No-Go”.
PEX CRIMP RING REMOVAL TOOL HOW TO USE 69PTKH0014SS Stainless Steel Crimp Sleeve Combo Tool 1. Cut PEX tubing square, leaving a clean, even edge. Remove any burrs. 2. Slip sleeve on tube and position fitting into tube. 3. Set tool 1/8 in. to 1/4 in. from end of tube. Crimp sleeve with tool. 4. Use the Go/No-Go Gauge to ensure a leakproof joint. Use with Stainless Steel Crimp Sleeves ONLY. Do not use with Zurn® Qickclamp™. 8 www.apolloflow.
PEX QUICK PINCH CLAMP TOOL 69PTKG1096 HOW TO USE Quick Pinch Clamp Tool 1. Cut PEX tubing square, leaving a clean, even edge. Remove any burrs. 2. Slip PEX pinch clamp over tubing and insert fitting. Place pinch clamp 1/8” below edge of tubing. 4. Pressure test the PEX tubing and inspect before burying or normal use. If there are any signs of leaks, repeat the total procedure. Apollo PEX Pinch Clamps For use with Apollo, Watts , Murray , and Oetiker PEX cinch clamps.
PEX ONE HAND PINCH CLAMP TOOL HOW TO USE 69PTBJ0010C One Hand Pinch Clamp Fastening Tool LED Light On 1. Cut PEX tubing square, leaving a clean, even edge. Remove any burrs. 2. Slip PEX pinch clamp over tubing and insert fitting. Place pinch clamp 1/8" below edge of tubing. 3. Place pinch clamp nub between tool jaws and ratchet the clamp (approximately seven times) until the LEDlight comes on. This will assure that the pinch clamp is fully engaged. Release Lever Apollo PEX Pinch Clamps 4.
PEX PINCH CLAMP REMOVAL TOOL INSTRUCTION SHEET 69PTKPCRR Pinch Clamp Removal Tool 1. Slide the pinch clamp nub into the removal tool slot. If the nub is too large to fit into the tool, use the clamp tool to pinch the clamp one more time. 2. Twist the nub with the tool until the clamp breaks or loosens. 3. Remove the tool from the clamp, then remove the clamp from the pipe. Tool head can be removed and used on a standard 1/2" socket wrench. Customer Service: 1.888.229.2874 www.apolloflow.
EXPANSION PEX TOOLS PEX TOOL HOW TO USE EPXTOOLKIT, EPXTOOL Expansion PEX Tool 1. Lightly grease the cone of the expansion tool. 2. Attach the expansion head onto the expansion tool. 3. Cut pipe squarely. 4. Place an expansion sleeve onto the end of the pipe. 5. Open the tool handles fully and gently insert the tool head into pipe until it stops. 6. Expand by pressing the tool handles together. Open handles, rotate tool and repeat.
PEX CONNECTIONS HOW TO INSTALL PEX connections Crimp ring connection: 1. Fitting shoulder. 2. Pipe is cut squarely and stops at fitting shoulder. 3. Position the ring or clamp 1/8" - 1/4" from the end of the pipe, over the two ends ribs of the fitting. 4. The ring or clamp is evenly compressed over the pipe. 5. The PEX material is uniformly compressed between the ribs, resulting in a leak-free joint. Pinch clamp connection: 1. Keep all components clean until ready for use.
PEX FITTINGS OVERVIEW Brass PEX Fittings Apollo PEX Brass Fittings are used for making junctions or directional changes with PEX pipe constructed potable water systems. All Apollo PEX Brass Fittings have barb ends unless otherwise noted. All Apollo PEX Fittings comply with the U.S. Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA) and the 2011 U.S. Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act by containing equal to or less than 0.25% lead.
EXPANSION PEX FITTINGS OVERVIEW Expansion PEX Fittings Apollo Expansion PEX Fittings (brass and poly alloy) are used for making junctions or directional changes with PEX-A pipe constructed potable water systems. All Apollo Expansion PEX Fittings have barb ends unless otherwise noted. All Apollo Expansion PEX Fittings comply with the U.S. Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA) and the 2011 U.S. Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act by containing equal to or less than 0.25% lead.
Push To Connect Fitting .375” from top Use with Copper, CPVC, PE-RT, or PEX FRONT 1.125" Header 1/2" x 1/2"1/2"023x 1/2" PUSH TO CONNECT FITTINGS ZIPPER FAST • CLEAN • SIMPLE • FOREVER 1002-429-570 PushPE-RT, ToorConnect Fitting PEX PE-RT, or PEX 1/2" 023 x 1/2" Straight Coupling OVERVIEW FOLD 1.125" Header Use with Copper, CPVC, Use with Copper, CPVC, 1002-429-570 FRONT - 6" Brass Push To Connect Fittings 1002-429-570 .375” from top 1.
PEX TUBING PEX Tubing PEX tubing is cross-linked, high-density polyethylene. It’s available in white, red, or blue colors for easy identification of hot and cold water lines. Apollo PEX tubing is type PEX-B (PE-Xb, PEXb). The silane method, also called the “moisture cure” method, results in PEX-B. In this method, cross-linking is performed in a secondary post-extrusion process, producing cross-links between a cross-linking agent. The process is accelerated with heat and moisture.
EXPANSION PEX TUBING Expansion PEX Tubing PEX-A tubing is cross-linked, high-density polyethylene. All Apollo Expansion PEX is opaque in color and is available with black, red, or blue print lines for easy identification of hot, cold, and main water lines. Apollo uses the high-pressure peroxide method of cross-linking which is also known as PEX-A. Apollo Expansion PEX pipe is produced using the high-pressure peroxide method for crosslinked polyethylene (PEXa) in accordance with ASTM F876, F877, CSA B137.
PEX Do Not Use with PEX Liquid-based leak detectors, adhesive tape, pipe dope, linseed oil, threading compound, putty, mineral oil, petroleum products, metal pipe hangers. Leave Excess Tubing Leave extra tubing at the beginning and end of runs to simplify connection to manifolds and end points and to make connections without straining the tubing or connection. Immediate connection to a manifold or transition fittings and then making the run reduces the chance of cutting tubing too short.
PEX Temperature and Sunlight Keep PEX tube away from extreme temperatures - 12" away from recessed lighting and 6" away from gas vents. Also, keep away from attics, crawl spaces, outside walls, or insulate per plumbing codes. Keep out of direct sunlight. Excessive Pressure and Temperature Apollo PEX tubing is rated up to 160 psi at 73° F or 100 psi at 180° F. Exceeding these ratings will void the warranty. Excessive Heat Soldering - Do not solder near Apollo PEX tubing.
PEX Conventional Plumbing Method The conventional (or trunk and branch) method has one main trunk line with smaller branch lines delivering water to various fixtures. This method uses PEX tubing with push or barb fittings and is the fastest, easiest way to get water from meter to fixtures. However, long waits for hot water often occur. Customer Service: 1.888.229.2874 www.apolloflow.
PEX MANIFOLDS Manifold or Home-Run Plumbing Method The manifold or home-run plumbing method provides a distribution point to all fixtures. This method uses PEX tubing with a manifold consisting of the same number of ports as fixtures available, and push or barb fittings. Manifolds offer a variety of benefits: • Control water at one central location. • Faster delivery of hot water.
PEX MANIFOLDS Manifolds Each manifold has a galvanized back plate for easy mounting to any structure. The cover plate, for labeling purposes, is constructed of 1/4" ABS. All manifolds are bolted to the back plate, rather than screwed. Each manifold consists of two inlet ports that supply the dual chambers. Typically one inlet is used for cold water supply, and the other inlet is used for hot water supply. However, both inlets may be used for either hot or cold water.
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