Install Instructions

4
Disconnecting a Joint
Disconnection of the joint can only occur
by using either the SharkBite
®
disconnect
clip or the SharkBite
®
disconnect tongs. By
applying pressure to the release collar with
the clip or the disconnect tongs, the grab
ring teeth are splayed. This action releases
the tube, allowing it to be removed from the
tting.
1. Place the SharkBite
®
disconnect clip
around the tube with the non-branded
face against the release collar. If using the
SharkBite
®
disconnect tongs, place the teeth
around the tting assembly. The fork end with
the SharkBite
®
brand logo should be
positioned around the tube and the other end
around the neck of the tting.
2. Push the clip against the release collar and
pull the tube with a twisting action to release
the tube. If using the SharkBite
®
disconnect
tongs, squeeze the tool with one hand and
pull the tube with a twisting action to
release the tube.
3. Check the tting and tube end for damage.
The tting and tubing should be free of
damage, foreign objects and marks on the
outside diameter. If the tubing is damaged
or marked, then cut and use a new section
of tubing.