Dixon Tool for Push-On Fittings

Description:

Built-In Cutter, Holes for Bench Mounting

Coupling Category

Brass Fittings

Manufacturer

Dixon Brass Fittings

Tool for Push-On Fittings

• cuts push-on style hose and inserts the fitting
• Built-in cutter slices through 1/4" - 3/4" ID reinforced push-on hose without fraying,
• Clamp hose into tool’s vice and apply light pressure on handle to drive in the fitting.
• tool has four 7/16" diameter mounting holes for bench mounting
• overall size is 13-1/2" long x 2-3/8" wide x 7" height

1. Trim hose end with smooth square cut
2. Lubricate either push-on fitting, hose or both.
3. Insert push-on fitting into hose until first barb is in hose.
4. Place end of fitting against a fiat object (bench, wall, etc.) and grip the hose one inch from end. Push with a steady force until end of hose is covered by yellow plastic cap.
   

1. Leaving push-on fitting in place, make a 1" cut in the hose along the barbed end of the fitting. Note: Be careful not to nick barbs when cutting the hose.
2. With firm grip on hose, give a sharp downward pull to release the fitting from the hose.

Caution: Push-on fittings will properly grip push-on hose only when pushed all the way in, with the cut end of the hose completely concealed by the plastic cap.