How to Install SharkBite Push-to-Connect Fittings
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- čas přidán 23. 07. 2018
- Learn how to install SharkBite push-to-connect fittings fast. The SharkBite brass push-to-connect fittings create a seamless and easy transition between different types of pipe materials. No tools are required, and the fittings can be even installed in wet lines.
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I'm glad to see rob Lowe is still finding work
Lmaooo
reaching the hossn
I couldn't figure out who he looked like until you said that
Dollar tree John Travolta and Rob Lowe lovechild
I used one today on 1/2" copper and it is by far the easiest connectors I've ever used for plumbing. I made sure I deburred the outside and inside of the copper pipe and that I bottomed out the pipe into the connector. Easy as that and no leaks first try.
fixed and added to waterline with sharkbite and pex pipe, so so easy. first time playing with water line mains. Is nothing , dont be afraid to tackle with these .
Too fricken easy. They should get a Nobel Prize for these things.
Thanks for your video. It saved me hundreds of dollars today.
Brilliant product! Saved me a bundle!!!
Does Uponor PEX mate with Sharkbite? Yes. But wiggle the PEX as it gets started, or it may jamb on the stiffener. Seems both copper and regular PEX slide in easily, but the thicker ID of Uponor makes it trickier.
Thanks for the video!
Question: I am connecting cpvc to pex, so I purchased the Sharkbite brass with one end (tan-cpvc) and other end (grey-pex) used the orange depth tool and inserted pipe all the way and makes it. Pipes where cut evenly, cleaned and deburbed. Time for the push-to-connect, however oy went in a short distance nowhere near the marked line it needs to be at...what do you believe is the problem is I am having, please help.
Clear and easy. Thank you for making it fast
Is a stiffener Always necessary needed?
Can pipe be installed in
elbow fittings without one?
Why don't you include instructions with the fittings? Don't make me go on the internet to find depth charts. Just put the number on the package.
Or just put a diagram or, even better, a gauge on the package so I don’t need a ruler.
The depth chart is only used if you happen to lose the tool that comes with the Shark Bite fittings. So, you only need to consult the internet if you happen to lose their tool.
Here are the CORRECT instructions how to do this DIY procedure.
Example. Let's say you have a copper or Pex pipe.
Close the MAIN water supply valve.
1. Now cut this pipe at a given location on this pipe (i.e. where you want to place the shark bite) and let the water drain in some bucket.
2. The next Very important thing to do is, NOT to "mark your pipe with a pen" about the depth of pipe that need or should insert inside the pipe (after you post the pipe in shark bit end), ...BUT.... TO actually find out, how much pipe you should cut "IN BOTH DIRECTIONS" from the cut you already made. So, for this, look step 3.
3. Now you, look at your shark bite and place the shall bite's center point, at the first cut you made on the pipe. Now mark, "both edges/ends of shark bite" sitting/aligning on the pipe. Let's call it, left mark and right mark on the pipe. Between these 2 marks you just did, there will be the first CUT you made on the pipe.
4. Now, you use the shark bite depth tool (orange color which has all the sizes 0.5" to 1.5") and insert left end of the pipe to the left side of the shark bite and see how deep it is. Mark this on the left pipe (after first cut) i.e. now it will be marked INSIDE between the LEFT MARK you did in step 3. Let's call it INNER-LEFT-DEPTH mark (i.e mark between the LEFT MARK from step 3 and the cut on the pipe). Do the same procedure, on the right side of the pipe, using right side of the pipe, by inserting it into the right opening of the Shark bite. After inserting that, you will now get INNER-RIGHT-DEPTH-MARK i.e. a mark between the cut of the pipe and the RIGHT MARK you got from step 3.
5. Now, USING a Scale/measurement tape, find what's the depth/measurement of "INNER- LEFT-DEPTH -to-> the cut" ... note down this number/value as LEFT VALUE. ... Let's assume this left value was 1 inch.
Do the same procedure by measuring, "cut -to- INNER-RIGHT-DEPTH mark". Note this value as RIGHT value. Lets assume this right value was also 1 inch.
6. Now wipe the INNER left and INNER right marks using a wet cloth or something.
7. Go to LEFT mark (that you made in step 3) and measure "left value" from that left mark and mark it. This "new-inner-left-depth" mark is now measured from the LEFT MARK (i.e. not from the cut/center of the pipe).
Do the same procedure, i.e. mark "new-inner-right-depth" mark measuring from the RIGHT mark (you did in step 3).
8. Now, use the cutter, and cut the pipe AT exactly on the "new-inner-left-depth" mark and cut the pipe AT exactly on the "new-inner-right-depth" mark. THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING, I THINK NO OTHER VIDEO EXPLAINED AND it really trumps people while putting a shark bite on any plumbing pipe.
9. Using that orange tool that Shark bite company sells for finding depth of shark bite ends (i.e. how much pipe you should insert), it also has a smoothner/cutter in it, i.e. if you insert the end of pipes in that tool and rotate clockwise as listed on the tool, then it will SMOOTHEN the edges of pipe, for the new-left/right-depth end points of the pipe. Basically, what you have to do is, smoothen the edge of the pipe end points which will go inside Shark bite openings and touching the RUBBER washer/seal.
10. Now, ensure if your shark bite has any DRAIN value (that you open and let water fall down especially during winter time for sprinkler water clearing etc) you place the shark bite acc. so the drain value is always down facing. Actually shark bite can rotate 180° on the pipe after fitting it ( so that should not be a problem ). ALSO, check there is no dirt or debri inside the shark bite, after doing all this nano engineering work today first time by you.
Well by now you just put the left pipe on left shark bite opening and right side of the pipe, into the right side of the shark bite opening. While inserting, the pipe will go exactly upto the left and right mark, you did in step 3.
IMPORTANT: the pipes should be straight if possible like a straight line after you insert both ends in shark bite. Avoid getting any angle more than 5° i.e. after installation, the pipe with shark bite should look like 1 straight pipe, not bending unnecessarily like a bow. Basically there should NOT be any hard tension between shark bite and pipe (that you inserted inside shark bite) giving it any reason to leak water due to a bad angle and high water pressure can leak water from such bad angle.
NOW have a bucket ready next to you, open the main water valve slowly, turn on water and see, if the shark bite installation was successful. Is it leaking any water from the end of the shark bite or not.
If not, you just saved both TIME AND $$$$ And learned something new today.
@@1andonlysushant951here are some easier instructions, make sure pipe end is clean, push sharkbite on till it won't go on any farther, and your done, work at a mobile home park, all the houses are plumbed this way, hundreds of houses, rarely have problems with sharkbites, like I said hundreds, of houses
I used Shark-Bite to replace leaking sweat copper elbow. Like that fits without modifications , but Blew off, wasn't attached to structure. Replaced and secured with clamp in both directions. I like for repair in tight areas but think should have double the o-rings for extra piece of mind.
How far did you have to cutoff your elbow, is it past sweat joint ? Or is proper depth for sharkbite to fit is cutting through the sweated elbow ?
So wonderful
Can't get the 3/4 push connector onto a 3/4 pipe. The ends are exactly the same size. Is there to open the quick connector to widen it prior to connecting?
This is so good
Thanks for the insertion chart. For max flow with copper, remove the PEX stiffener, right?
I also need this information. Did you find out if the stiffener needs to be removed?
Hi there! Tube stiffeners are only required when our fittings are used with PEX, PE-RT or HDPE tubing. The tube stiffeners do not need to be removed when using copper or CPVC pipe but they can be removed if wanted. Removing the tube stiffeners when using copper or CPVC may increase the flow rate but it will be minimal.
Thank you.
Good work
How much do you cut away for it in a pipe to fit the sharkbyte I am adding a quarter inch pipe
Excellent
If i remove my toilet shutoff valve, the compression ring made an indentation around the copper pipe where it used to sit, will Shark Bite still be able to connect properly?
SharkBite push-to-connect fittings use an O-ring to seal on the outside of the pipe. Any indentations, scratches, debris or foreign materials on the outside of the pipe could prevent the fitting from making a secure seal. We recommend cutting the pipe back in order to get a piece that is free from damage. SharkBite ½” valves and fittings require the pipe to be inserted 15/16” so please make sure you will have enough pipe to insert into the fitting and leave an additional inch for removal purposes.
I cut a pipe that had a pinhole in it going to my furnace. I cut approximately 1/2” of the existing copper pipe out to make room to put the new shutoff 1/2” ball shutoff. Is 1/2” enough? Seems like it went in 1” on both sides according to depth gauge I marked and no leaks. My line has a little bend In it now and wondering if I should take another 1/2” out of existing line. These videos don’t tell you how much to cut out
Make sure you’re using SharkBite on water lines only (Don’t want to take a fish out of water!) Check out our Insertion Depth Chart on our website to help your measurements: bit.ly/2DOk0DR. Call our Customer Service team with other specific application questions: 1-877-700-4242
good job
Fantastic
Good information
How do I prep the copper pipe outside? There's always some oxidation on it. I guess I need to look around more.
Seal looks like it seals the end of the pipe. Has to be square.
Amazing
So good
I can't find a video that shows me how to remove it from a line when you can't pull the pipe one way or another
Very good
What is the blue pipe called?
What about steel pipe?
You definitely need the sharkbite disconnect tong on fittings of 1 inch cpvc/pex!!!! Using the little plastic thingy is a joke! These fittings are beasts to be respected.
You have no idea how hard it is to learn that lesson.
And the tongs don't work with Sharkbite elbows. I'm in the midst of a two-day nightmare trying to remove a leaky fitting before I can even think about re-doing it. Decidedly a mixed blessing.
Can I use those on pex-a ?
Yes shark Bite Is the best
Wow nice
Bro its so hard getting the fitting in on the copper pipe…. I put so much pressure an its not clicking.
wow nice
Can Sharkbite Push fittings be used on Pex A or only Pex B?
They can be used on A or B, just make sure to use the stiffener(the white plastic insert) that comes with it. After seeing so many sharkbite fittings come loose, I will not have any in my house, and I will not install them!
vary good
Wow Super viedo
Very best
Woow nice
Nice
Will a schedule 40 pvc 3/4 fit a 3/4 shark bite
You'll need to use our PVC transition fittings. Check them out here: bit.ly/3kKG2YX.
Do you have a supplier in uk?
What do u do if ya have leaks on the fitting once installed????
There is probably scratches on the pipe
If it leaks it wasn’t installed correctly
I couldn't get the PEX pipe into the fitting until I:
(1) removed the stiffener from the fitting, using a pair of needle-nose pliers
(2) pressed the stiffener into the end of the PEX pipe (might need to chamfer the inside of the pipe with a pocket knife, so you can get it started)
(3) pushed the pipe (with stiffener inside) into the fitting
My straight-through fittings had brown release collars at one end, and gray release collars at the other end.
The pipe fit into the end with the gray release collar *a*lot* more tightly than into the end with the brown release collar.
I planned ahead and used the gray collars on loose pieces of pipe where I had more room to maneuver, so I could use my weight against the house to press it in.
I saved the brown collars for attaching those loose pieces to fixed sections of pipe, in a hard-to-reach spot where I wouldn't have been able to get enough leverage to press pipe into the gray collars.
Cool story...
Gd job
nice
Thanks for your video I love your product. The only thing I wonder is why that guy has a shit eating grin lol
Good
Fine
This video reminded me that I'm due for a visit to the dentist.
The trick to remove - push the teeth in really hard with the orange clip, and *push the pipe in* hard simultaneously. (This should disengage the teeth) Then give the pipe a good tug while holding the clip in
(It helps to not push the pipe in all the way to begin with)
Thank you! I needed this today!
Why do they always weep?
Wow
What's up with all the cool, nice, neat, good, wow B.S.
Paid bots
Warm up cold pipe before trying to connect.
As nobody mentioned/told this... Here are the CORRECT instructions how to do this DIY procedure.
Example. Let's say you have a copper or Pex pipe.
Close the MAIN water supply valve.
1. Now cut this pipe at a given location on this pipe (i.e. where you want to place the shark bite) and let the water drain in some bucket.
2. The next Very important thing to do is, NOT to "mark your pipe with a pen" about the depth of pipe that need or should insert inside the pipe (after you post the pipe in shark bit end), ...BUT.... TO actually find out, how much pipe you should cut "IN BOTH DIRECTIONS" from the cut you already made. So, for this, look step 3.
3. Now you, look at your shark bite and place the shall bite's center point, at the first cut you made on the pipe. Now mark, "both edges/ends of shark bite" sitting/aligning on the pipe. Let's call it, left mark and right mark on the pipe. Between these 2 marks you just did, there will be the first CUT you made on the pipe.
4. Now, you use the shark bite depth tool (orange color which has all the sizes 0.5" to 1.5") and insert left end of the pipe to the left side of the shark bite and see how deep it is. Mark this on the left pipe (after first cut) i.e. now it will be marked INSIDE between the LEFT MARK you did in step 3. Let's call it INNER-LEFT-DEPTH mark (i.e mark between the LEFT MARK from step 3 and the cut on the pipe). Do the same procedure, on the right side of the pipe, using right side of the pipe, by inserting it into the right opening of the Shark bite. After inserting that, you will now get INNER-RIGHT-DEPTH-MARK i.e. a mark between the cut of the pipe and the RIGHT MARK you got from step 3.
5. Now, USING a Scale/measurement tape, find what's the depth/measurement of "INNER- LEFT-DEPTH -to-> the cut" ... note down this number/value as LEFT VALUE. ... Let's assume this left value was 1 inch.
Do the same procedure by measuring, "cut -to- INNER-RIGHT-DEPTH mark". Note this value as RIGHT value. Lets assume this right value was also 1 inch.
6. Now wipe the INNER left and INNER right marks using a wet cloth or something.
7. Go to LEFT mark (that you made in step 3) and measure "left value" from that left mark and mark it. This "new-inner-left-depth" mark is now measured from the LEFT MARK (i.e. not from the cut/center of the pipe).
Do the same procedure, i.e. mark "new-inner-right-depth" mark measuring from the RIGHT mark (you did in step 3).
8. Now, use the cutter, and cut the pipe AT exactly on the "new-inner-left-depth" mark and cut the pipe AT exactly on the "new-inner-right-depth" mark. THIS IS THE MOST IMPORTANT THING, I THINK NO OTHER VIDEO EXPLAINED AND it really trumps people while putting a shark bite on any plumbing pipe.
9. Using that orange tool that Shark bite company sells for finding depth of shark bite ends (i.e. how much pipe you should insert), it also has a smoothner/cutter in it, i.e. if you insert the end of pipes in that tool and rotate clockwise as listed on the tool, then it will SMOOTHEN the edges of pipe, for the new-left/right-depth end points of the pipe. Basically, what you have to do is, smoothen the edge of the pipe end points which will go inside Shark bite openings and touching the RUBBER washer/seal.
10. Now, ensure if your shark bite has any DRAIN value (that you open and let water fall down especially during winter time for sprinkler water clearing etc) you place the shark bite acc. so the drain value is always down facing. Actually shark bite can rotate 180° on the pipe after fitting it ( so that should not be a problem ). ALSO, check there is no dirt or debri inside the shark bite, after doing all this nano engineering work today first time by you.
Well by now you just put the left pipe on left shark bite opening and right side of the pipe, into the right side of the shark bite opening. While inserting, the pipe will go exactly upto the left and right mark, you did in step 3.
IMPORTANT: the pipes should be straight if possible like a straight line after you insert both ends in shark bite. Avoid getting any angle more than 5° i.e. after installation, the pipe with shark bite should look like 1 straight pipe, not bending unnecessarily like a bow. Basically there should NOT be any hard tension between shark bite and pipe (that you inserted inside shark bite) giving it any reason to leak water due to a bad angle and high water pressure can leak water from such bad angle.
NOW have a bucket ready next to you, open the main water valve slowly, turn on water and see, if the shark bite installation was successful. Is it leaking any water from the end of the shark bite or not.
If not, you just saved both TIME AND $$$$ And learned something new today.
Every one of my fittings leak
I work for a municipality and have seen these fail many times on a customers line. They are only good for a quick fix, not permanent. Spend a little more and buy a brass pack joint coupler and insert/stiffener for a permanent repair
Have you gone back after years of service to confirm "they are...not permanent"?
He says the fittings are east to use and reliable. Too bad they’re also so extremely expensive.
No tools? really! Their tools are EXPENSIVE! ! if you want to do a good job!
Yes, but who’s your dentist?
I completely advise against install these push fittings save only in an open area. When installed in a wall to old copper lines they will in a few time years time fail & u will be ripping up floors & out walls. Only use a soldered nipple to pex Union.
and you know this from experience?
Well for me idc because i dont have any water pipes in my walls. Its all underground. Its a one story house with no basement. Im in the hill country so its not buried deep either. Maybe about 8 inches. If i need too, i can easily dig it up
sounds salty
Dear covidweath of Australia, the one product that you are known for in the U.S.A. is falsely advertised. This product is single use, once installed the average homeowner can not remove it. BTW, what does made in PRC mean? 😎
They skipped actually doing it lol
the best way to install a sharkbite is not
I'm glad to see Rob Lowe is still finding work
this is literally the best pipe connector in the market... Anne Perkins!
That's not rob lowe
Good work
Amazing
Nice