Pex connection

[gtblum]

Is this just wierd looking, or is it junk?

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[Brandon Whitmore]

I don't think that PEX is supposed to be hooked up directly to a water heater, and have never seen it. I'd have to read the PEX manufacturers installation instructions to see what the have to say about it.

[ghentjr]

Is this just wierd looking, or is it junk?

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Both!

[gtblum]

Found it

604.11.2 Water Heater Connections. PEX shall not be installed within the first 18 inches

(457 mm) of piping connected to a water heater.

[MTL_Inspet_Man]

If it's an electric water heater then its ok

Looks like the installer invented some kind of union joint to make installation and removal easier

sure got a lot of crimps for such a short run

[gtblum]

If it's an electric water heater then its ok

Looks like the installer invented some kind of union joint to make installation and removal easier

sure got a lot of crimps for such a short run

Where's it say that?

I copied and pasted that code reference.

Nothing mentioned about gas or electric.

[charlieb]

The manufacturer's association design guide (PPFA) does not allow connecting PEX to a WH. In their design guide, Zurn specifically states their product may be connected directly to an electric water heater.