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INSTALLATION
2.
Deburr carefully the end of the tube on the inside to
minimize turbulence and pressure loss according to the
relevant plumbing code and on the outside to avoid
damaging the O-ring.
The following is a step by step guide to installing the KemPress
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System. For projects requiring maintenance and repair, visually
inspect the copper tube to ensure it is in reasonable condition with no signs of external corrosion.
3.
For existing copper tube, clean the end with emery
paper or a soft scourer.
4.
Mark the insertion depth by lining up the fitting side by
side with the tube and mark the tube. When the fitting is
inserted onto the tube the outer edge of the fitting must
line up with the marking. For correct insertion depths see
the table below.
1.
Cut copper tube to length using a pipe cutter.
5.
Select pressing jaw according to the fitting dimension and
insert into the pressing machine. Arrest the locking bolts of
the machine. Check the jaws are free from debris and in
good working order.
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Tube Size
Insertion Depth
mm
mm
15 20
22
24
28
27
35
32
42
38
54
43