Installation Guide

5
Making a SharkBite Connection
The combination of SharkBite push-to-connect ttings and PEX tubing offers the fastest, easiest installation from meter to xture.
Use plastic tubing cutters to cut the tubing
between the pointed ends of the repeating 1"
SharkBite imprint pattern. The pattern provides
a visual aid to determine if the tube has been
inserted all the way into the tting. Ensure the
tube is cut square. A square cut end allows the
tubing to be inserted all the way into the tting.
Ensure the tube has no rough edges, cuts or
abrasions (rough edges, cuts or abrasions may
damage the O-ring and cause the tting to leak).
SharkBite ttings come with integral tube
support liners. Ensure that the support liner is
in place. The liner reinforces the wall of the
PEX tubing to help prevent collapse of the
tubing wall.
Insert the tube into the tting until the tube
reaches the tube stop. Make sure the pointed
end of the SharkBite pattern is even with the
end of the release collar. Only when the tube
reaches the tube stop has a secure joint
been created.
Step 1.
Step 2.
Step 3.
Note: Install SharkBite ttings at least 1" apart to
enable disassembly of the joint.