EVERBILT Braided Stainless Steel Water Heater Connectors Installation Guide

June 13, 2024
Everbilt

EVERBILT Braided Stainless Steel Water Heater Connectors

Product Information

Braided Stainless Steel Water Heater Connectors

The Braided Stainless Steel Water Heater Connectors are designed for installation in accessible locations to connect water supply lines to water heaters. These connectors are made of high-quality stainless steel, providing durability and resistance to corrosion.
They are suitable for use with water pressure up to 125 psi, with a maximum intermittent impulse pressure.

It is important to inspect the product before installation and every six months thereafter (more frequently if you have hard water). This ensures that the connectors are in good condition and functioning properly. If any signs of damage, cracks, kinks, twists, corrosion, wear, breaks, leaks, or weeping are observed, the connectors should be immediately replaced.

Please note that these connectors are specifically designed for water use only and should not be used for gas connections. Additionally, it is crucial to follow building codes and construction standards during installation to avoid failure, leaks, floods, and property damage.

Product Usage Instructions

  1. Before installing the connectors, shut off the water supply, gas, and electricity to the appliance.
  2. Select the appropriate length of the connector for your installation needs.
  3. Ensure that the minimum bend radius of 2.5 is maintained during installation to prevent damage to the connector.
  4. Inspect the connectors before installation to check for any visible damage or defects.
  5. Install the connectors in accessible locations only where they will be used for water supply.
  6. Avoid installing the connectors with twists, kinks, sharp angles, or loops in the line as these can internally damage the connectors.
  7. Do not use the connectors if they are damaged in any way.
  8. Avoid using thread lubricants, tape, or putty during installation.
  9. Do not over-tighten the connectors.
  10. If any signs of damage, cracks, kinks, twists, corrosion, wear, breaks, leaks, or weeping occur after installation, shut off the water immediately and replace the connectors. Do not reuse them.

Installation Instructions for Braided Stainless Steel Water Heater Connectors

Improper installation can cause failure, leaks, floods, and property damage. Always follow building codes and construction standards.➢ Shut off water, gas, and electricity to appliance before installing.

  • Select proper length for the job.
  • Minimum bend radius is 2.5”
  • Inspect product before installing.
  • This part must be inspected after installation every six months thereafter (more frequently if you have “hard water”).
  • For use with:
    • Water in accessible locations only.
    • Continuous pressure less than 125 psi and maximum intermittent impulse pressure of 180 psi.
    • Continuous temperature less than 160°F maximum; intermittent exposure of 180°F.

DO NOT:

  • Use for gas.
  • Install with twists, kinks, sharp angles, or loops in the line which can damage line internally.
  • Use if damaged in any way.
  • Use thread lubricants, tape, or putty.
  • OVER-TIGHTEN.
    • Over tightening can damage line, connectors, and seals.
    • Metal Nuts – HAND-TIGHTEN plus ¼ turn with wrench.
    • Shut water off immediately and replace if signs of damage, cracks, kinks, twists, corrosion, wear, breaks leaks, or weeping.
    • DO NOT reuse.

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