P l u m b i n g S y S t e m S
W I P E X ™ F I t t I n g s
InstRUCtIOn shEEt
Introduction
uponor’s WiPeX™ fittings are
manufactured from a dezincification-
resistant alloy, DZR brass, and are
specifically designed for connecting
3" uponor AquaPeX® tubing.
the unique design of the WiPeX
fitting features an eccentric outer
sleeve for easier grip and an even
force when inserting the tubing.
the inner sleeve features a threaded
profile and includes an o-ring to
ensure a secure, tight seal (see
Figure 1
). the maximum operating
pressure and temperature for WiPeX
fittings is 87 psi at 203°F.
getting started
Check the contents of this
package. For damaged or missing
contents, please contact your
uponor sales representative or
distributor for assistance.
the Package Includes
• WiPeX Fitting(s)
• O-ring(s)
• bolts, washers and nuts
• WiPeX Fittings instruction Sheet
tools and Parts Required
• Plastic tube cutter
• De-burring tool or knife
• WiPeX Sleeve Pliers
• Wrench (size FD 2-19mm)
• low-friction lubrication (moS2)
Installation
Important:
Read
this instruction sheet
completely before
beginning installation. if you
have any questions about these
instructions, please contact your
uponor sales representative or
distributor for assistance.
Uponor WIPEX
™
Fittings Instruction Sheet
Grip section with inner sleeve
Ribs for gripping the pipe
Figure 1:
eccentric Design of the WiPeX Fitting
1.
Cut the tubing with an appropriate
plastic-pipe cutter. if using another
method for cutting the tubing, be
sure to remove the shavings inside
the tube prior to installing the
fitting to avoid blocking valves.
Figure 2:
Cut the tubing
2.
Chamfer the tubing bore with
a de-burring tool or knife, and
remove any external burrs. this
prevents damage to the o-ring
or dislocation from its groove
during installation.
Figure 3:
Chamfer the tubing
3.
use WiPeX Sleeve Pliers to
dismount the outer sleeve (see
Figure 5
).
Figure 4:
Dismount the Outer
Sleeve
Figure 5:
WiPeX Sleeve Pliers
grip section with
inner sleeve
Ribs for gripping
the pipe
