Connecting to a Cold Water Pipe

[schmoo27]

Hi

I have just bought a compression tee from Screwfix and need assistance on how to connect it to the existing cold wate rpipe.

Do I simply isolate the water, remove the current tap and replace the new compression tee?

Do I need a specialist tool to remove the exisiting tee?

Do I need to solder the new compression tee onto the cold water pipe, or will the olive be fine?

Does the compression tee have to be horizontal for pressure purposes?

The purpose of the new tee is to connect both a dishwasher and washing machine to one cold water supply.

Thanks in advance.

Kevin

 

[Koogatubac]

O my..

 

[armoured_smiler]

Need to post something (keeping gettingthew message) as I am not a plumber but like to search for answers on the forum rather than 'just post a message' (IE being lazy without at least find if someone else has published the answer already)

 

[opplumbinghub]

Hi

I have just bought a compression tee from Screwfix and need assistance on how to connect it to the existing cold wate rpipe.

Do I simply isolate the water, remove the current tap and replace the new compression tee?

Do I need a specialist tool to remove the exisiting tee?

Do I need to solder the new compression tee onto the cold water pipe, or will the olive be fine?

Does the compression tee have to be horizontal for pressure purposes?

The purpose of the new tee is to connect both a dishwasher and washing machine to one cold water supply.

Thanks in advance.

Kevin

To install a compression tee, turn off the water and drain any leftover water. Remove the old fitting with a wrench—no special tools are needed unless it’s soldered, in which case you’ll need a pipe cutter. Clean the pipe ends, then slide the nut and olive onto the pipe and attach the tee, tightening it firmly but not too much. You don’t need to solder; the olive will seal it. The tee can be installed in any position, not just horizontal. Connect your dishwasher and washing machine hoses, turn the water back on, and check for leaks. Use PTFE tape for extra sealing if needed.