Compression Type Fittings

To Use:
When the pipework is cut. It is important that the ends are cleaned with some wire wool. You now need to begin making up the joint:


Run a nut over one of the pieces of pipework. Now put the olive onto the pipe and slide it a few millimetres. There are olives that have different ways of fitting. If you have this type they have two different chamfered sides. The larger of the two should go towards the middle of the joint.
Press the fitting onto the pipe and press tight. Run the nut and tighten by hand. Waltham Forest Plumbers are experienced in joints.

Tighten:
With the use of two spanners, make sure that you keep the body of the fitting still and tighten up the nut. The nut must be tightened up by the correct amount of pressure. There is a risk of leaking if it is not done. On the other hand if the nut is too tight it could damage the olive and again cause a leak. A rule of thumb is hand tight plus one full spanner turn. A Waltham Forest Plumber is a qualified tradesman and carries all the correct tools to make watertight joints. When the spanner turns, there should be resistance as the olive is forced against the pipe. This is usually all it needs to be watertight. It will become easier the more times that you do it. If the joint is leaking, it is ok to tighten a little until the leak stops. Obviously be prepared to undo a joint to repair it if it is leaking. PTFE tape is an option or even some joint compound. These items should not be required to make the joint watertight.