6.2 Recommended Tools for Installation
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Phillips Head Screwdriver
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Flat Blade Screwdriver
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Drill & 7/8” Step Drill or Hole Saw
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3/8” Socket, Wrench, or Nut Driver
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Multiple Size Adjustable Wrenches
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12” Pipe Wrench (Minimum)
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Metric Hex Keys
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Teflon Pipe Tape / Liquid Pipe Sealant
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Knockout or Hole saws (optional)
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1.75”, 2.00”, 2.50”
When installing MP Systems products, the correct location of the dip tubes is important to
a successful install. The best way to do this is to use a preexisting hole in the tank can be
used to pass the various pipes through the tank top. This is not only quick and easy, but
also gives you a perfect window to be able to see what is going on in your tank for
troubleshooting. Sometimes, this is simply not an option, and a hole must be drilled in the
tank.
If you find yourself in a pinch, most hardware stores like Home Depot or Lowes will have
the required hole saws available, you will want to find a
bi-metallic hole saw
like a
Milwaukee or Lenox depending on which store you go to. These tend to be the best option
in a hurry, however they will wear out, so if you have a lot of holes to drill, it may be wise to
purchase more than one.
