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Quality 

ISO 9001

Certificate No. QEC27227

PULL-ON

PEX PLUMBING SYSTEM

Product information 
and installation manual

WaterMark

Standard AS/NZS 2537

WMKA21276

TM

WaterMark

Standard AS/NZS 2492

WMKA21274

TM

THE BRAND

PLUMBERS TRUST

elson

Version 2.0

Summary of Contents for BUSHPEX

Page 1: ...tificateNo QEC27227 PULL ON PEX PLUMBING SYSTEM Product information and installation manual WaterMark Standard AS NZS 2537 WMKA21276 TM WaterMark Standard AS NZS 2492 WMKA21274 TM THE BRAND PLUMBERS TRUST elson Version 2 0 ...

Page 2: ... to Australian and New Zealand Standards AS NZS 2492 with WaterMark cer ficate WKMA21274 elson BUSHPEX pipe is suitable for use in hot and cold water services for both domes c and commercial applica ons elson BUSHPEX pipe op ons include black pipe for either hot or cold water red for hot water green for rainwater harves ng and lilac for recycled water elson BUSHPEX Pull On fi ngs are a solid DR bras...

Page 3: ...d care during handling and installation Underground Installation Fire Certification for elson BUSHPEX Water Pipe elson BUSHPEX Pull On Tools System Testing Warranty Frequently asked Questions elson BUSHPEX Pull On Jointing Instruction Product Listings Fittings Tools Pipes and Accessories Notes 4 6 8 10 11 13 14 16 17 17 20 22 24 31 33 37 ...

Page 4: ... Cost effec ve alterna ve to other systems Fast and easy to install providing a safe secure piping system elson BUSHPEX Pull On tools are available in either manal or ba ery hydraulic versions elson BUSHPEX pipe proper es Low water flow noise High impact resistance Corrosion and incrusta on resistant Light weight and easy to install Significantly reduces water hammer High pressure ra ng 2000kPa 20oC ...

Page 5: ...ng systems Crimp On Pull On Push On elson BUSHPEX Pull On fi ng proper es All fi ngs are tested DR BRASS manufactured by Elson ISO9001 accredited through SAI Global All elson BUSHPEX Pull On sleeves are manufactured from hi tensile brass German manufactured Ba ery Tools and Jaws developed tested and approved for elson BUSHPEX Pull On Na onal support network for training technical informa on and tool...

Page 6: ...rk making it more durable within a wide range of temperatures and pressures typically where metals were used PEX a pipe provides flexibility with improved mechanical thermal and chemical proper es elson BUSH PEX a pipe is typically between 80 to 85 crosslinked elson BUSHPEX pipe benefits PEX a pipe will expand with excessive pressure and then return to its original shape when the pressure is removed...

Page 7: ... ble with all three elson BUSHPEX join ng systems for water including elson BUSHPEX Pull On elson BUSHPEX Crimp On elson BUSHPEX Push On Technical Information 7 elson BUSHPEX Pull On Chemical resistance to glycols latex paints silicone and most acids and bases Reduced heat loss and condensa on through pipes when compared to copper Corrosion Resistance from soil or water Ease of installa on with no...

Page 8: ...to AS NZS 2537 The elson fi ng is proven and tested with over 10 years of successful service history in Australia The join ng concept relies on the dis nc ve elas c features of the elson BUSHPEX pipe to achieve a joint that is stronger than the pipe itself elson BUSHPEX Pull On Fi ngs provide for a solid permanent manufactured connec on without the need for flame glues solder or flux The proven memor...

Page 9: ...ts and glues Self sealing PEX a material join ng connec on without the use of an O ring Increased hydraulic proper es from the full flow fi ng design Join ng requires no solder flame fluxes glues or solvents Corrosion free with no scale or corrosion build up Simple visual inspec on following installa on Joint can be pressure tested immediately a er installa on 9 Technical Information elson BUSHPEX Pul...

Page 10: ...0 6 m m 0 6 1 n e e r G c a l i L d e R k c a l B k c a l B m 0 0 1 colours l l A m 0 5 k c a l B m 5 2 k c a l B m 0 0 1 colours l l A m 0 5 k c a l B m 5 2 s r u o l o c l l a n i e l b a l i a v a s h t g n e l m 5 C 0 1 e r t e m m m 3 0 a P k 0 3 3 1 o C 0 7 a P k 0 3 3 1 o C 0 7 a P k 0 3 3 1 o C 0 7 a P k 0 3 3 1 o C 0 7 o C 0 6 a P k 0 0 5 1 o C 0 6 a P k 0 0 5 1 o C 0 6 a P k 0 0 5 1 o C ...

Page 11: ...rect sunlight Pipe must be protected from long term or permanent U V exposure by way of lagging encasing in a conduit etc Pipe and fi ngs must be protected from excessive heat or burning chemical solvent a ack animal or rodent a ack machinery damage other external threats etc Pipe must never be installed where it could be exposed to a naked flame PE X Pipe has the poten al to ignite and con nue to b...

Page 12: ...ot exposed to excessive stress Refer to Pipe Specifica on Chart for mber frame cut out limita ons Pipe expansion and contrac on needs to be accommodated during installa on to allow for movement due to thermal Linear Expansion Failure to do so may exceed the torsional pull out allowances on fi ngs resul ng in leakage Refer to the Pipe Specifica on Chart for the Thermal Expansion Co efficient elson BUSHP...

Page 13: ...ara on distance Wrapping and protec on Conduit sleeving through slab penetra on Underground Piping installa on recommended with no joints Concrete slab piping must be con nuous with no joints Connec ng Barb soldered connec on require special a en on Solder the brass connec on barb first then allow to cool before join ng In accordance with AS NZS3500 regions with extreme hot or cold temperatures req...

Page 14: ...rete slab using Promaseal CFC32 and Green 40 For Promaseal CFC32 collars retrofi ed to either side of the wall for lightweight par on clad fire rated plasterboard 128mm thick Fire Cer fica on for elson BUSHPEX Water Pipe Technical Informa on Sec on Size FRL DN16 DN20 DN32 180 90 180 120 240 120 Size FRL DN16 DN20 DN25 DN32 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 120 Size FRL DN16 DN20 DN25 DN32 180 180 180 180 1...

Page 15: ...he Hebel wall 75mm thick Speed Panel wall 77mm thick with Promaseal CFC32 collars retrofi ed on a layer of 25mm Promatect 100 on each face Solid Fire Rated Plasterboard 48mm thick with single Promaseal CFC32 collar central within the wall Size FRL DN20 DN25 180 120 180 90 Size FRL DN20 DN25 120 30 120 120 Size FRL DN32 90 90 ...

Page 16: ...egularly WARNING NEVERUSEanexpanderheadthatisworndamagedorhas missingparts Isolateanddisposeimmediately Damagedor worn expander heads cause joint leaks It is essen al for all installers to read and recognise the opera onal requirements of the tools along with the Join ng Procedures and safety recommenda ons included in this manual and the Tool Instruc on Manual It is always recommended to incorpor...

Page 17: ... 25 year product warranty which covers product manufacturing faults and defects This warranty only applies under the following requirements The system must have been installed by a licenced Plumber Proof of installa on by a licenced Plumber is required Proof of purchase is required Installa on must be in accordance with AS NZS3500 Installa on must be in accordance with any other relevant and appli...

Page 18: ... Elson Australasia Pty Ltd To make a claim under warranty you must abide by the warranty condi ons Elson Australasia Pty Ltd ABN 45 059 613 991 38 Eddie Road Minchinbury 2770 Phone 02 9625 7899 Fax 02 9625 7855 Email accounts elson net au Our products come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are en tled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and fo...

Page 19: ...19 Warranty elson BUSHPEX Pull On ...

Page 20: ...S when installed in accordance with AS NZS3500 requirements Can elson BUSHPEX pipe and fittings be used to connect solar panels to the storage tank NO Australian Standards do NOT allow PE X Pipe to be used on the flow or return lines between solar panels and solar storage vessels Can braze on adaptors be installed after crimping elson BUSHPEX Pipe NO Brazing must only ever be done prior to the join ...

Page 21: ...w Read and recognise the instruc ons contained in the manual Inspect the tool to ensure if func ons properly Only use the retract slide bu on release if the ba ery goes flat or the tool jams Regular use of this bu on release puts excessive load on the hydraulics that may affect your warranty Always keep the tool and jaws clean and dry Do I need to inspect the pipe prior to jointing YES always inspec...

Page 22: ...spect the expander tool and expander heads prior to use for damage or dirt build up on the heads Do not use if damaged or missing parts Ensure the expander head screws completely onto the expander Never use incompa ble heads Insert the expander head into the pipe end and expand the pipe once then rotate the expander tool approximately 30 degrees and expand the pipe again This process ensures even ...

Page 23: ...the outer face of the sleeve and the fi ng collar This step is for either manual ratchet tool or for hydralic ba ery tool Ac vate the compression process with either the manual ratchet tool or the hydraulic ba ery tool un l the sleeve reaches the fi ng collar Inspect every joint to ensure the process is correct and complete The sleeve must be square with the fi ng The joint must be fully compressed P...

Page 24: ... 25mm Code Description 23060 No 2 Straight Connector 16mm x 15mm FI 23062 No 2 Straight Connector 20mm x 15mm FI 23064 No 2 Straight Connector 20mm x 20mm FI 23068 No 2 Straight Connector 20mm x 25mm FI Code Description 23000 No 1 Straight Coupling 16mm 23002 No 1 Straight Coupling 20mm 23004 No 1 Straight Coupling 25mm 23006 No 1 Straight Coupling 32mm NO 1 STRAIGHT COUPLING NO 1R REDUCING COUPLI...

Page 25: ...5mm x 15mm MI 23046 No 3 Straight Connector 25mm x 20mm MI 23050 No 3 Straight Connector 25mm x 25mm MI 23054 No 3 Straight Connector 32mm x 20mm MI 23056 No 3 Straight Connector 32mm x 25mm MI Code Description 23080 No 12 Elbow 16mm 23082 No 12 Elbow 20mm 23084 No 12 Elbow 25mm 23086 No 12 Elbow 32mm Code Description 23400 No 13 Elbow 16mm x 15mm MI 23402 No 13 Elbow 20mm x 15mm MI 23404 No 13 El...

Page 26: ...o 19BP Elbow 16mm x 15mm MI 150mm Long 23148 No 19BP Elbow 20mm x 15mm MI 95mm Long 23152 No 19BP Elbow 20mm x 15mm MI 200mm Long 23154 No 19BP Elbow 20mm x 20mm MI 95mm Long 23156 No 19BP Elbow 20mm x 20mm MI 150mm Long 23158 No 19BP Elbow 20mm x 20mm MI 200mm Long Code Description 23420 No 14 Elbow 16mm x 15mm F 23421 No 14 Elbow 16mm x 20mm F I 23422 No 14 Elbow 20mm x 15mm FI 23424 No 14 Elbow...

Page 27: ...25 x 25 x 16mm 23189 No 25 Tee Reduced Centre 32 x 32 x 20mm 23190 No 25 Tee Reduced Centre 32 x 32 x 25mm Code Description 23171 Tee Reduced Both Ends 16 x 16 x 20mm 23172 Tee Reduced Both Ends 20 x 20 x 25mm NO 24 TEE NO 25 REDUCED CENTRE TEE TEE REDUCED BOTH ENDS Code Description 23186 No 26 Tee Reduced End 20 x 16 x 20mm 23192 No 26 Tee Reduced End 25 x 16 x 25mm 23194 No 26 Tee Reduced End 25...

Page 28: ...per 20mm NO 61 STOPPER NO 62 STRAIGHT TAP CONNECTOR Code Description 23184 No 27 Tee Reduced Centre End 20 x 16 x 16mm 23196 No 27 Tee Reduced Centre End 25 x 16 x 16mm 23380 No 27 Tee Unequal Red Centre End 25 x 20 x 16mm 23382 No 27 Tee Unequal Red Centre End 25 x 16 x 20mm 23384 No 27 Tee Reduced Centre End 25 x 20 x 20mm 23385 No 27 Tee Reduced Centre End 32 x 20 x 20mm 23386 No 27 Tee Reduced...

Page 29: ...mm FL FLARED COMPRESSION UNION Code Description 23280 Bath Laundry Assembly Right Angled 200mm FLOOR ENTRY 23282 Bath Laundry Assembly Right Angled 300mm FLOOR ENTRY 23286 Bath Laundry Assembly Straight 300mm SIDE ENTRY Code Description 23300 Shower Assembly Right Angled 150mm FLOOR ENTRY 23302 Shower Assembly Right Angled 200mm FLOOR ENTRY 23304 Shower Assembly Right Angled BARBS UP 150mm TOP ENT...

Page 30: ...ession Sleeve 16mm 23462 Compression Sleeve 20mm 23464 Compression Sleeve 25mm 23466 Compression Sleeve 32mm Code Description 23600 Hot Water Entry 23602 Hot Water Entry 20mm x 900mm COMPRESSION SLEEVE HOT WATER ENTRY Code Description 23450 Connecting Barb Female 16mm 23452 Connecting Barb Female 20mm 23454 Connecting Barb Female 25mm 23456 Connecting Barb Female 32mm CONNECTING BARB FEMALE 16mm x...

Page 31: ...mm KIT NOVOPRESS COMPRESSION BATTERY TOOL KIT 16 32mm Code Description 23860 BUSH PULL ON NOVOPRESS BATTERY JAWS 16 20mm 23862 BUSH PULL ON NOVOPRESS BATTERY JAWS 25 32mm NOVOPRESS BATTERY JAWS Code Description 22901 M Tool Compr Expand Kit GEN2 Complt BUSH 16 32mm Code Description 22902 M Compression Tool Expand Kit GEN3 BUSH including Jaw 16 20mm MANUAL COMPRESSION TOOL KIT 16 32mm MANUAL COMPRE...

Page 32: ...d GEN2 BUSH 16mm 23921 Expander Head GEN2 BUSH 20mm 22928 Expander Head GEN2 BUSH 16 20mm 22922 Expander Head GEN2 BUSH 25mm 22924 Expander Head GEN2 BUSH 32mm Code Description 23980 Tool Grease EXPANDER HEAD TOOL GREASE Code Description 22904 Compression Jaw GEN2 16 20mm 22906 Compression Jaw GEN2 25 32mm COMPRESSION JAW Code Description 22910 Manual Expander Tool BUSH MANUAL EXPANDER TOOL ...

Page 33: ...33 Pipes Accessories elson BUSHPEX Pull On Important Below listed elson BUSHPEX PE X Pipes and Accessories can be used with all three elson BUSHPEX Plumbing Systems Pull On Crimp On and Push On ...

Page 34: ...6 Pipes Accessories 34 elson BUSHPEX Pull On ...

Page 35: ...35 Pipes Accessories elson BUSHPEX Pull On ...

Page 36: ...6 36 elson BUSHPEX Pull On Pipes Accessories ...

Page 37: ...37 Notes elson BUSHPEX Pull On ...

Page 38: ...6 Notes 38 elson BUSHPEX Pull On ...

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Page 40: ... Wales 2770 AUSTRALIA Tel 02 9625 7899 Fax 02 9625 7855 Web www bushpex com Email admin elson net au Disclaimer Theinforma onprovidedwithinthisProductInforma onandInstalla onManualis designedasaguideonlyandisbelievedtobeaccurateatthe meofprin ng ElsonAustralasia PtyLtdanditsemployeestakenoresponsibilityinregardtoanyspecificinstalla on Installa on mustalwaysrequiresupervisionandconsulta onfromalicen...

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