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ProPress Rings Clearance Requirements ___________ 22 Soldering or Brazing ___________________________________ 24 4.4.1 Using ProPress Near Existing Fittings ______________ 24 4.4.2 Soldering or Brazing Near Existing ProPress Fitting __ 24 Welding _____________________________________________ 25 4.5.1 Welding Adjacent to a Fitting _____________________ 25 4.5.2...
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Table of Contents List of Tables Table 1 Fluids and water approved for use with ProPress systems ____ 7 Table 2 Gases approved for use with ProPress systems ____________ 7 Table 3 Minimum distance between press fittings _________________ 20 Table 4...
About this Document 1 About this Document 1.1 Disclaimer Viega products are designed to be installed by licensed and trained plumbing and mechanical professionals who are familiar with Viega products and their installation. Installation by non-professionals may void Viega LLC’s warranty.
Viega ProPress are copper and zero lead bronze fittings and valves in copper tube size (CTS) ranging from ½ inch to 2 inches for ProPress fittings and 2½ inches to 4 inches for ProPress XL-C ®...
Low-pressure steam ≤ 15 psi max 250°F Ethanol Pure grain alcohol 200 psi Ambient Table 1: Fluids and water approved for use with ProPress systems Type of Service Comments Pressure Temperature Compressed air Oil concentrate 200 psi 0° to 140˚F <...
NSF 61 through testing under NSF/ANSI 372 (0.25% or less maximum weighted average lead content). 2.3.2 Industrial and Plant Operations ProPress systems are also suitable for use in industrial and plant processes. Primary areas of application include: ■ Utility systems ■...
It is the responsibility of the installer or any other parties to adhere to all applicable local rules and regulations governing the nature of the installation. ProPress fittings comply with the following codes and standards: ■ ASME B31: Code for Pressure Piping ■...
3 The EPDM sealing element ensures water-tight or air-tight connections. ProPress XL-C fittings are designed to be pressed with ProPress XL-C press rings and V2 actuator to produce a non-detachable, secure connection. 2.4.4.3 EPDM Sealing Element...
Product Information 2.4.5.1 Cylindrical Guides All Viega fittings are designed with cylindrical guides to keep the tube straight and protect the sealing element during assembly. Fittings that do not have cylindrical guides risk making an unsecured connection. Without the guides, installers may damage the sealing element.
Viega ProPress connections are fast, flameless, and reliable. 2.5 General Installation Requirements The Viega ProPress fitting system must be installed while considering the following general industry requirements. 2.5.1 Required Tools The following tools are required for making a press connection: ■...
Expansion joints or mechanical expansion compensators may be used to alleviate these stresses. ProPress systems do not require any additional protection when compared to a soldered system. The following methods are effective: ■...
Product Information 2.5.4 Exposure to Freezing Temperatures Viega ProPress systems with EPDM sealing elements can be installed in ambient temperatures down to 0° F. Tubing exposed to freezing temperatures must be protected per acceptable engineering practices, codes, and as required by local code.
2.5.8 Rotating a Pressed Fitting Once a ProPress fitting has been pressed, it can be rotated (not by hand), but once rotated more than five degrees, the fitting should be repressed to restore resistance to rotational movement.
■ As long as the tube is properly prepped and marked and the fitting is installed according to Viega’s ProPress Product Instructions, if there is any deflection present after the installation of the fitting, the connection is still acceptable and meets Viega’s manufacturing...
Handling Instructions 3 Handling Instructions All Viega ProPress components and associated tubing shall be free from dirt, debris, or items that may interfere with the sealing element and the press connection. Viega ProPress sealing elements, separator rings, and grip rings are to be visually inspected prior to installation to ensure the seal is intact and properly located within the fitting.
Damage to the Sealing Element If damage to the sealing element, separator ring, or grip ring is discovered, contact a Viega District Manager for assistance. If the sealing element in the fitting is obviously damaged, it should be exchanged for a Viega replacement sealing element.
Industry standard practices and guidelines shall be used for tube layout and support. Viega press connections require no special consideration for support. Hangers and supports must conform to the local code requirements. In...
The press connection is made second. This process avoids unnecessary torsion on the press fitting. 4.3.1.2 Flange Connections When using Viega flanges, bolt the flange end in place prior to pressing the fitting to the tube. 4.3.2 Minimum Distance between Fittings To ensure a correct press, a minimum distance between press fittings must be maintained.
2 ¼ 3 ⅛ 1 ½ 1 ⅞ 2 ½ 3 ¾ 2 ⅛ 3 ⅛ Table 5: ProPress standard jaws clearance requirements between tube, wall, and floor Tube Diameter A minimum A minimum B minimum B minimum (inches) (inches)
¼ ¼ ¼ Table 17: Minimum distance between existing soldered or brazed fitting and ProPress fitting Check the fitting to make sure there is no residual solder or other foreign debris on the tube that will be inserted into the Viega ProPress fitting.
4½ 13½ 2½ 7½ 22½ Table 18: Minimum distance between existing ProPress fitting and soldered or brazed fitting The installer should take precautions to keep the Viega ProPress connection cool: ■ Wrap the connection with a cold wet rag. ■...
Deburr inside and outside of the tube to the proper insertion depths. ▶ Use a wire brush, Scotchbrite pad, sand cloth, or sandpaper to remove loose dirt and rust particles from the pressing area. IM-PP 724607 1218 ProPress 26 of 38...
Be sure to mark the correct insertion depth on the tube before pressing the fitting. Tube Diameter (inches) Insertion Depth (inches) ½ ¾ ¾ ⅞ ⅞ 1¼ 1½ Table 19: Minimum insertion depths for ProPress IM-PP 724607 1218 ProPress 27 of 38...
2⅞ 1¼ 3⅛ 1½ 3¾ Table 21: Insertion depths for ProPress extended non-stop couplings ▶ While turning slightly, slide press fitting onto the tube to the marked insertion depth. Note: End of tube must contact stop. IM-PP 724607 1218 ProPress...
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Keep extremities and foreign objects away from press tool during pressing operation to prevent injury or incomplete press. ▶ After pressing, open the jaws. ▶ Remove the press tool. ▷ Fitting is securely pressed. IM-PP 724607 1218 ProPress 29 of 38...
Viega ProPress XL-C (Copper) fittings. Failure to follow all instructions may result in extensive property damage, serious injury, or death. Use only rings that are compatible with ProPress XL-C fittings. ■ Use of incompatible rings will result in an improper connection.
Depth (inches) Depth (mm) 2½ 2⅝ 2⅜ Table 23: Insertion depths for ProPress XL-C non-stop couplings ▶ While turning slightly, slide fitting onto the tube to marked insertion depth. Note: End of tube must contact stop. IM-PP 724607 1218 ProPress...
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Release the V2 Actuator from XL-C ring. ▶ Remove the XL-C ring from fitting upon completion of the press. ▶ Remove product instruction label from fitting to indicate that press has been completed. IM-PP 724607 1218 ProPress 32 of 38...
Installation Instructions 4.9 Pressure Testing Viega Smart Connect technology provides a quick and easy way for installers to identify connections that need to be pressed. Unpressed connections are located by pressurizing the system with air or water. Pressure test all installed tube in accordance with local codes.
Viega. Viega will notify you in writing of the results of its review. In the event that Viega determines that the failure or leak as the result of a manufacturing defect in the part covered by this warranty and that...
Limited Warranty only applies to manufacturing defects in the Viega Product. In the event of a leak or other failure in the Viega product covered by this warranty, it is the responsibility of the end user to take appropriate measures to diminish any damage, to include making timely repairs.
Viega will notify you in writing as to the results of its review. In the event that Viega determines that the failure or leak was the result of a manufacturing defect in the Viega Product covered by this warranty...
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Limited Warranty only applies to manufacturing defects in the Viega Product. In the event of a leak or other failure in the Viega product covered by this warranty, it is the responsibility of the end user to take appropriate measures to diminish any damage, to include making timely repairs.
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