6. INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
Some precautions and additional considerations that should be taken
when installing the system.
- EVERLOC+ LF brass fittings
CAN
was not damaged during removal.
- EVERLOC+ polymer fittings
CANNOT
discarded immediately.
- EVERLOC+ compression sleeves
discarded immediately.
Fitting Removal for Completed Joint (LF brass ONLY)
If it is required to remove the fitting or disassemble the compression-
sleeve joint, use the following procedure:
If the fitting has been inserted into the pipe and the sleeve has been
compressed, heat the sleeves with a heat gun. Support the pipe while
keeping hands and other body parts away from the heat. Be careful
not to damage the fitting with the tool.
1. Heat the sleeve directly using a hot air gun.
2. Rotate the joint several times while heating.
3. Remove heat and use pliers to pull the sleeve off the fitting, then
immediately pull the fitting out of the pipe.
be reused, as long the rib area
be reused and should be
CANNOT
be reused and should be
WARNING
- Do not use open flames to disassemble the joint. Open flames can
cause injury or property damage.
- Never use a torch, open flame or heat gun on a pressurized system.
- Never rework a connection that is under pressure. Depressurize the
system, cut out connection and replace.
For re-assembly of a new joint, the following should be considered:
- The end of the pipe where the previous fitting had been installed
must be completely cut off prior to making a new joint. Cutting off a
minimum of 3 in (approximately 75 mm) is recommended.
Fitting Removal for Partially Completed Joint (LF brass ONLY)
If the fitting has been inserted into the pipe, but the sleeve has not
been compressed, attempt to remove it without damaging the fitting.
If fitting cannot be easily removed, heat 1 to 1 1/2 in (25 to 38 mm) of
the pipe that covers the fitting and then follow procedures 2 and 3
under Fitting Removal for Completed Joint.
19