Setup, Compatibility & Care
To ensure a successful installation, follow these professional practices:
- Preparation: Cut the 28mm copper pipe cleanly using a pipe cutter to ensure the ends are burr-free and square.
- Cleaning: Use an abrasive pad or wire wool to clean the outside of the pipe and the inside of the coupling until they are bright and free of oxidation.
- Fluxing: Apply a thin layer of suitable plumbing flux to the cleaned areas to prevent oxidation during heating and to aid solder flow.
- Heating: Apply a blowtorch flame evenly around the fitting. Once the flux bubbles, touch the solder wire to the edge of the coupling; capillary action will pull the solder into the joint.
- Cooling: Allow the joint to cool naturally before applying pressure to the system. Do not shock-cool with water.
Always ensure your work environment is properly ventilated when soldering and verify that all local building regulations regarding gas or water installations are strictly followed.