EVERLOC+™ COMPRESSION-SLEEVE SYSTEM

SISTEMA DE CASQUILLOS DE COMPRESIÓN EVERLOC+™

SYSTÈME DE MANCHON À COMPRESSION EVERLOC+

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Product Instructions / Instrucciones del producto / Instructions relatives au produit

1. Scope 3

2. System Overview 4

3. System Components 5

4. Assembly 7

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Thank you for your purchase. These instructions contain information

about the assembly and use of the EVERLOC+™ compression-sleeve

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UV shield pipe (PEXa Pipe) intended for use in

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Barrier pipe for

hydronic heating and cooling systems.

recommendations for the EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve system.

Allow only persons who fully understand this manual to participate in

the assembly and use of the EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve system

with RAUPEX PEXa pipe.

It is the responsibility of the licensed contractor to check the prevailing

local codes and to verify that the technical information presented in

this guide is appropriate for a particular installation.

Nothing in this manual supersedes national or local code requirements

or the recommendations of other manufacturers regarding their

components. Observe all applicable national, state and local laws,

obtained from your authorized REHAU distributor or by writing to

REHAU Construction LLC, 1501 Edwards Ferry Road NE, Leesburg VA

20176 US.

Proper installation is the responsibility of the installing contractor.

Review the REHAU Technical Guidelines prior to installation of the

REHAU crosslinked polyethylene (PEXa) piping system. REHAU

as: The most current and applicable versions of all the technical

stand the information in this manual or if you have questions about

the REHAU Technical Guidelines.

special attention. It is indicated with the safety alert symbol and the

Only trained personnel should be engaged in the installation process.

Follow the instructions in this manual and other REHAU Technical

Guidelines and use common sense to reduce the risk of injury or

Applications

The EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve system is designed for use with

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plumbing system applications and RAUPEX O

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barrier pipe for

hydronic radiant heating and cooling system applications.

- ICC International Residential Code (IRC)

The REHAU PEXa radiant system is intended for use in hydronic

codes:

- IMC International Mechanical Code (IMC)

- International Building Code (IBC)

- International Residential Code (IRC)

- Uniform Mechanical Code (UMC)

- National Building Code of Canada (NBCC)

- CSA B214 Installation Code for Hydronic Heating Systems

2. SYSTEM OVERVIEW

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The EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve system is a cold-expansion PEXa

fitting system that is available in polymer and lead-free (LF) brass and

is assembled with a specially designed PEXa compression sleeve. The

only be assembled with the EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve tools.

tube size (CTS) pipe manufactured in accordance with ASTM F876.

EVERLOC+ polymer and lead-free (LF) brass fit

tings have the

Fitting and Sleeve Markings

All polymer fit

marks for identification

- Batch code for production date

Polymer Fittings

EVERLOC+ polymer fittings are available in couplings, tees, elbows,

multi-port tees and plugs. All polymer fittings are produced from a

polyphenylsulfone (PPSU) material that meets the requirements of

Lead Free (LF) Brass Fittings

EVERLOC+ LF brass fit

connections. All metal fittings are produced from ECO BRASS

(UNS69300 or CW724R) that meets the requirements of NSF61 for

health effects of drinking water system components and complies

with the lead-free requirements of the U.S. Safe Drinking Water Act.

See also REHAU Technical Bulletin TB264 EVERLOC+ Lead-free Brass

Metal Manifolds

Manifolds are 1 in. Type L copper with EVERLOC+ LF brass fittings

brazed into the header.

PEXa Compression Sleeves

EVERLOC+ compression sleeves are produced using a specially

tings and sleeves are shipped in cardboard boxes to

protect them from sunlight, rain, dirt and other hazards. Keep the

products in the original packaging until they are required for installa-

tion. Return unused products to the packaging for storage.

compression-sleeve system and result in leaking and property

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following standards:

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Assembling and installation of the EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve

sys

tem requires the use of the EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve tools.

These tools are battery-operated, hand-held tools. Only make

being used.

close-fitting protective eyewear with side protection.

complying with ANSI Z87.1.

4.1 EVERLOC+ TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

personal injury, read the instruction manual for your

EVERLOC+ power tool, along with all warnings and

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Assembling the EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve system with

Tool. Refer to the EVERLOC+ Power Tool Product Instruction Manual

the tool.

Cold Expanding RAUPEX Pipe

The expansion process consists of the following steps:

Not having a clean, square cut of the pipe could cause leakage of the

To reduce the risk of serious personal injury from accidental activation

- Always remove the battery pack before mounting or changing the

expansion adapter, expander head or compression jaws, and

before performing any other type of inspection, maintenance or

expander head to ensure no segments are broken or chipped. Do

not use if the expander head is damaged.

4.2 FITTING ASSEMBLY 3/8 TO 1 IN.

the expander head.

length of the sleeve from the end of the pipe. The compression

sleeve must not be in the expansion zone.

In the event of a pinch or unintended compression, release the

hydraulic pressure with the release button.

Rotating the tool too quickly after the first expansion can dislodge the

expander head from the expander adapter, causing it to fall off the

tool, which may result in damage to the expander head or personal

injury.

6. Insert EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve fitting into expanded

repeat the expansion process so that the fitting can be properly

Compressing the Sleeve Onto the Fitting

- Ensure the compression sleeve is a minimum of two times the

Fitting Insertion

Verify that the RAUPEX pipe is inserted completely onto the fitting and

is touching the pipe stop. If the end of the pipe is not touching the

Finished Joint

- A properly completed EVERLOC+ joint requires the compression

- To avoid putting unnecessary stress on the pipe, fitting or sleeve,

For re-assembly of a new joint, the following should be considered:

- The end of the pipe where the previous fitting had been installed

Fitting Removal for Partially Completed Joint (LF brass ONLY)

If the fitting has been inserted into the pipe, but the sleeve has not

been compressed, attempt to remove it without damaging the fitting.

REHAU permits EVERLOC+ compression-sleeve joints (polymer and

LF brass) to be buried or concealed. REHAU recommends that

threaded connections never be buried or concealed as they must be

Use only Linerless Rubber Tape, Black (Art. 241002) also available at

most distributors and retailers (Scotch™ 2242).

When burying an EVERLOC+ joint directly in a concrete slab, it is not

necessary to wrap the joint. However, there are some additives in

Black (Art. 241002) also available at most distributors and retailers

In these instances, the joint must be wrapped. Use only Linerless

foams. Use only REHAU Protective Tape, Red (Art. 246869-001) or

Linerless Rubber Tape, Black (Art. 241002).

When wrapping an EVERLOC+ joint, the following is required:

- Wrap the joint, ensure minimum of 50% overlap of the tape.

- Avoid wrinkles or kinks in the tape and ensure the joint is completely

EVERLOC+ joints. Do not use other types of tapes (e.g. duct tape,

standard electrical tape) to wrap the joint, as chemicals in the

Never use heat shrink tubing (e.g. RAUCROSS) to wrap the joint, as

the extremely high temperatures produced from a heat gun will soften

The compression-sleeve joint is ready for immediate pressure test and

use af

for the system to be put into service. See also REHAU Technical

The maximum temperature and pressure ratings of the EVERLOC+

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mpression-sleeve fitting system is in accordance with ASTM F877

xibility of the RAUPEX pipe allows it to expand as water freezes

in the pipe as long as the pipe has room to expand. However, this

does not ensure the integrity of the joint. Therefore, installers must

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