6. Install the Spout
Threaded Spout Installation
Remove the temporary nipple.
Apply thread sealant to the 1/2
″
nipple threads on both ends.
Install a 1/2
″
nipple to extend 3-7/8
″
(9.8 cm) beyond the
finished wall.
Apply a bead of plumbers putty or other sealant around the inlet
of the spout according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Carefully tighten the spout with a clean strap wrench and remove
all excess putty.
Flush hot and cold water through the spout for one minute.
Slip-Fit Spout Installation
Remove the temporary nipple.
Apply thread sealant and install a 1/2
″
copper tube so it extends
1-1/2
″
(3.8 cm) to 2-7/8
″
(7.3 cm) beyond the finished wall.
Deburr the copper tubing.
Loosen the setscrew with a 5/32
″
hex wrench.
Apply a bead of plumbers putty or other sealant around the inlet
end of the spout according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Install the spout and carefully retighten the setscrew. Do not
overtighten the setscrew.
Remove all excess putty.
Nipple
Apply plumbers
putty.
3-7/8"
(9.8 cm)
Threaded Spouts
Slip-Fit
Spouts
1-1/2"
(3.8 cm) -
2-7/8"
(7.3 cm)
5/32" Hex Wrench
Setscrew
Copper
Tube
Apply
plumbers
putty.
Slip-Fit Spouts
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