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- Page 1 THE BRAND PLUMBERS TRUST elson PULL-ON PEX PLUMBING SYSTEM Quality ISO 9001 Product information Certi f i c ate No. QEC27227 and installation manual WaterMark WaterMark WMKA21274 WMKA21276 Version 2.0 Standard AS/NZS 2537 Standard AS/NZS 2492...
- Page 2 Australian and New Zealand Standards AS/NZS 2492 with WaterMark cer�ficate WKMA 21274. elson BUSHPEX pipe is suitable for use in hot and cold water services for both domes�c and commercial applica�ons. elson BUSHPEX pipe op�ons include black pipe for either hot or cold water, red for hot water, green for rainwater harves�ng and lilac for recycled water.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
- Pipes............ - Fittings..........- Pipe Specification Chart......- Pipe and fitting protection and care during handling and installation....- Underground Installation......- Fire Certification for elson BUSHPEX Water Pipe..........- elson BUSHPEX Pull-On Tools....System Testing......... Warranty..........Frequently asked Questions...... -
Page 4: Features And Benefits
SAI Global. • Cost effec�ve alterna�ve to other systems. • Fast and easy to install providing a safe + secure piping system. • elson BUSHPEX Pull-On tools are available in either manal or ba�ery hydraulic versions. • elson BUSHPEX pipe proper�es: - Low water flow noise. - Page 5 Green for rainwater harves�ng and Lilac for recycled water in sizes 16mm, 20mm, 25mm and 32mm. - Same pipe is compa�ble with three elson BUSHPEX join�ng systems - Crimp-On, Pull-On, Push-On. • elson BUSHPEX Pull-On fi�ng proper�es: - All fi�ngs are tested DR BRASS manufactured by...
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Page 6: Technical Information
BUSH PEX Pipe elson BUSHPEX pipe is manufactured from PEX-a raw material to exceed the performance requirements of AS/NZS2492. The flexible elson BUSHPEX pipe is the perfect choice for hot and cold potable water and recycled water applica�ons. PEX-a crosslinked polyethylene is polyethylene (PE) which... - Page 7 • Smooth wall and excellent flow characteris�cs reduce pumping costs • Proven long life and durability elson BUSHPEX Pull-On is a complete plumbing system comprising of PE-Xa pipe in sizes 16, 20, 25 and 32mm plus a comprehensive range of DR Brass fi�ngs with hightensile brass sleeves.
- Page 8 10 years of successful service history in Australia. The join�ng concept relies on the dis�nc�ve elas�c features of the elson BUSHPEX pipe to achieve a joint that is stronger than the pipe itself. elson BUSHPEX Pull-On Fi�ngs provide for a solid, permanent, manufactured connec�on without the need for flame,...
- Page 9 BUSH PEX fi�ng benefits: • safe and secure permanent compression sleeve connec�ons can be done quickly • High tensile strength brass fi�ngs for greater resistance to cracking and chemical a�ack from solvents and glues. • Self-sealing PEX-a material join�ng connec�on without the use of an O-ring •...
- Page 10 Timber Frame Plates & Studs 75mm wide �mber - maximum cut-out, notch, drill diameter of 19mm. 100mm wide �mber - maximum cut-out, notch, drill diameter of 25mm. Timber Joists - Refer AS/NZS 3500 elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
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Page 11: Pipes
Pipe & Fi�ng Protec�on and Care during Handling and Installa�on elson BUSHPEX pipe and Pull-On fi�ngs must be protected from damage through all stages of the process from transport to storage and installa�on in accordance with AS/NZS 3500. Provision for pipe and fi�ng protec�on therefore includes but is not limited to the... - Page 12 fi�ngs resul�ng in leakage. Refer to the Pipe Specifica�on Chart for the Thermal Expansion Co-efficient. • elson BUSHPEX pipe is flexible but requires care when bending to avoid kinks or other permanent deforma�on that may restrict flow or put undue pressure on joints.
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Page 13: Underground Installation
fi�ngs in accordance with AS/NZS 3500 prior to burying or concealing the elson BUSHPEX Plumbing System. Underground installa�on of elson BUSHPEX Pull-On pipe and fi�ngs must be in accordance with AS/NZS 3500 including but not limited to the following : •... - Page 14 Fire Cer�fica�on for elson BUSHPEX Water Pipe (Technical Informa�on Sec�on) Elson BUSHPEX Water PEX pipe is cer�fied for wall and floor penetra�ons in accordance with Australian Standard 1530: Part4 :2005. The elson BUSHPEX water pipe was tested in connec�on with the Promat Passive Fire Protec�on collars.
- Page 15 25mm Promatect ® 100 on each face Size DN20 DN25 -/120/30 -/120/120 Solid Fire Rated Plasterboard 48mm thick with single Promaseal ® CFC32 collar central within the wall Size DN32 -/90/90 elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
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Page 16: Elson Bushpex Pull-On Tools
BUSHPEX Pull-On Tools elson BUSHPEX Pull-On Tools are specifically designed to be used with the elson BUSHPEX Pull-On PEX Pipe and fi�ng System and may not be compa�ble with other systems. elson BUSHPEX Pull-On Tools are manufactured to precise specifica�ons and require care, regular maintenance and regular inspec�on to ensure accurate... -
Page 17: System Testing
It is recommended to incorporate a checking procedure to ensure that each joint has been correctly and completely jointed. Warranty The elson BUSHPEX Pull-On Plumbing System carries a 25 year product warranty which covers product manufacturing faults and defects. This warranty only applies under the following requirements •... - Page 18 To the extent of the Law, Elson shall not be liable for any consequen�al loss or damage of any kind caused by any product faulty or defec�ve in workmanship or manufacture.
- Page 19 BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 20 – when installed in accordance with AS/NZS 3500 requirements. Can elson BUSHPEX pipe and fittings be used to connect solar panels to the storage tank? – Australian Standards do NOT allow PE-X Pipe to be used on the flow or return lines between solar panels and solar storage vessels.
- Page 21 • Always keep the tool and jaws clean and dry. Do I need to inspect the pipe prior to jointing? , always inspect the pipe to ensure it is elson BUSHPEX PEXa DN20 Pipe, licence WMKA21274. Always ensure the pipe is clean, free of debris and damage free. Any Kinks, cuts or imperfec�ons must be cut out from the installa�on...
- Page 22 Cut the pipe clean and square using elson BUSHPEX pipe cu�ers, Any kinks, damage, imperfec�ons must be cut out and disposed. Slide the join�ng sleeve over the pipe end with the internal tapered end of the sleve facing the joint. Keep the sleeve at least 50mm from the pipe end.
- Page 23 fi�ng collar. Inspect every joint to ensure the process is correct and complete. The sleeve must be square with the fi�ng. The joint must be fully compressed. Pressure test the installa�on in accordance with AS/NZS 3500. elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 24 NO.2 STRAIGHT FEMALE CONNECTOR Code Description 23060 No.2 Straight Connector 16mm x 15mm FI 23062 No.2 Straight Connector 20mm x 15mm FI 23064 No.2 Straight Connector 20mm x 20mm FI 23068 No.2 Straight Connector 20mm x 25mm FI elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 25 23086 No.12 Elbow 32mm NO.13 MALE ELBOW Code Description 23400 No.13 Elbow 16mm x 15mm MI 23402 No.13 Elbow 20mm x 15mm MI 23404 No.13 Elbow 20mm x 20mm MI 23406 No.13 Elbow 25mm x 20mm MI elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 26 15mm MI 95mm Long 23152 No.19BP Elbow 20mm x 15mm MI 200mm Long 23154 No.19BP Elbow 20mm x 20mm MI 95mm Long 23156 No.19BP Elbow 20mm x 20mm MI 150mm Long 23158 No.19BP Elbow 20mm x 20mm MI 200mm Long elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 27 No.26 Tee Reduced End 20 x 16 x 20mm 23192 No.26 Tee Reduced End 25 x 16 x 25mm 23194 No.26 Tee Reduced End 25 x 20 x 25mm 23195 No.26 Tee Reduced End 32 x 20 x 32mm elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 28 CONE 16mm x 15mm FI NUT 23242 No.62 Straight Tap Connector CONE 20mm x 20mm FI NUT 23360 No.62 Straight Tap Connector FLAT 16mm x 15mm FI NUT 23362 No.62 Straight Tap Connector FLAT 20mm x 20mm FI NUT elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 29 150mm (FLOOR ENTRY) 23302 Shower Assembly Right Angled 200mm (FLOOR ENTRY) 23304 Shower Assembly Right Angled BARBS UP 150mm (TOP ENTRY) 23306 Shower Assembly Right Angled BARBS UP 200mm (TOP ENTRY) 23320 Shower Assembly Straight 150mm (SIDE ENTRY) elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 30 Code Description 23460 Compression Sleeve 16mm 23462 Compression Sleeve 20mm 23464 Compression Sleeve 25mm 23466 Compression Sleeve 32mm HOT WATER ENTRY Code Description 23600 Hot Water Entry 16mm x 900mm 23602 Hot Water Entry 20mm x 900mm elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 31 GEN2 Complt BUSH 16-20mm MANUAL COMPRESSION TOOL KIT 16-32mm Code Description 22901 M. Tool Compr & Expand Kit GEN2 Complt BUSH 16- 32mm MANUAL COMPRESSION TOOL Code Description 22902 M. Compression Tool & Expand Kit GEN3 BUSH including Jaw 16-20mm elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 32 Expander Head GEN2 BUSH 25mm 22928 Expander Head GEN2 BUSH 16-20mm TOOL GREASE Code Description 23980 Tool Grease BRASS BRUSH Code Description 23940 Brass Brush MANUAL COMPRESSION TOOL BOX Code Description 22950 Manual Tool Box GEN2 BUSH elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 33 Important: Below listed elson BUSHPEX PE-X Pipes and Accessories can be used with all three elson BUSHPEX Plumbing Systems - Pull-On, Crimp-On and Push-On. elson BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 34 BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 35 BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 36 BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 37 BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 38 BUSHPEX Pull-On...
- Page 40 Disclaimer: The informa�on provided within this Product Informa�on and Installa�on Manual is designed as a guide only and is believed to be accurate at the �me of prin�ng. Elson Australasia Pty Ltd and its employees take no responsibility in regard to any specific installa�on. Installa�on must always require supervision and consulta�on from a licenced Plumber.
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