Frequently Asked Questions
If the battery Crimp Tool does not fully compress what
must I do?
• Release the trigger and jaws by actuating the retract slide.
• Recharge the battery or replace with charged battery.
• Re- Crimp the joint and check with the crimp gauge.
Do I need to inspect the pipe end prior to crimping?
YES
, always inspect the pipe and ensure it is cut square,
has been “rounded & deburred”, has no rough edges and the
internal and external pipe is undamaged prior to crimping.
Can I use EPS Fittings with other pex pipe systems?
Elson will warrant the first joint only when transitioning to EPS
Crimp system on connecting to an approved compatible system.
Do I need to inspect the crimp fitting prior to every crimp
joint?
YES
– you should visually inspect each fitting to ensure it is free
of any dirt and grit, the copper crimp sleeve is properly located
and all parts are undamaged - clean / replace / discard as
required.
Can EPS crimp water and Gas Dual fittings be used with
EPS Pex-al Gas Pipe?
YES
- EPS Crimp Water and Gas Dual fittings are dual approved
for water and gas.
How can I tell if the pipe has been pushed into the fitting
properly?
• Inspect the fitting to ensure the pipe is visible through all two
witness openings.
Do I need to check every crimp joint has been compressed
properly?
YES
– you should check every crimp joint has been
Compressed properly by testing with the crimp gauge.
* Elson Lead Free copper alloy products are 99.9% Lead Free and contain less than 0.1% Lead by weight.
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99.9% Lead Free
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