The drop ears are used when the plumbing should remain stationary, usually at the termination of the water line. A shower head may have a nipple (or stub out) tightened to it, usually with a cap when pressure tests are run.
When should you use a ear drop elbow?
Drop Ear Elbows allow to transition between PEX pipe and threaded pipe, Such as shower arms, Show jets, Tub spouts, etc. Drop ear elbows have mounting “ears” with holes, Which allow to secure the fitting to a wooden surface such as Stud, Plywood, etc. For added stability.
Where should I mount my ear drop?
Step 3 of 4: Measure The Height of Installation
Take a measuring tape and measure a length of 78-80 inches from the bathroom floor. Mark it up as this will be the spot where you’ll fasten the drop ear elbow. Make sure the distance is no less than 78 inches off the bathroom floor.
Why can’t you use PEX for tub spout drop?
I gather that 1/2″ PEX isn’t suitable to connect a tub/shower valve to the tub spout because the internal diameter of the PEX and especially its fitting is too restrictive, which will cause the shower to dribble while using the tub spout.
What is a drop elbow?
: an elbow made with ears or lugs for attachment to a wall and used for joining pipes.
What does a drop ell do?
If you have trouble standing in the shower, it gives you the option of bringing the showerhead to where you need it, while those who prefer to stand under the shower can still do so. The flexible hose that connects the showerhead to the water supply attaches to a fitting called a drop ell.
How do I connect my drop Ell?
Connecting the drop ell takes only a few minutes.
- Turn off the water for the shower at the main faucet. …
- Unscrew and remove any shower head currently installed on the pipe. …
- Wipe the pipe threads clean with an old towel. …
- Apply a bead of silicone caulk around the perimeter of the wall pipe with the caulk gun.
How do I remove drop Ell?
The Drop Ell in Chrome is threaded onto the plumbing coming out of the wall. To remove the drop ell you will need to unthread the drop ell counterclockwise. If you have additional questions, please call us at 1-800-289-6636; we are available Monday through Friday from 8:00 am – 7:00 pm Eastern Time.
Where do you put shower slide bars?
Hold the slide bar in position against the shower wall with its bottom end about 52 inches above the tub floor. (That placement allows you to adjust the showerhead from about 52 inches to 76 inches high, which will accommodate most people.)
How do you install a wall supply elbow?
INSTALL THE SUPPLY ELBOW
Thread the supply elbow onto the 1/2″ pipe nipple. Tighten the wall elbow using a clean strap wrench. Press the escutcheon against the finished wall. If desired, apply a bead of clear sealant around the perimeter of the escutcheon.
How do you install shower elbow?
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Quote from Youtube video: So you don't have a leak in the wall. Before we put the shower I'm into the wall we want to put the escutcheon on the shower arm it just slides on and then we just insert the shower arm into the wall.
Can you over tighten a shower arm?
The arm should not be tightened more than a total of six revolutions. Pro Tip: Sometimes you can tighten the shower arm without the use of a wrench if you can get the right amount of leverage. Otherwise, a professional grade strap wrench is the best type to use so you don’t scratch the shower arm.
Which end of the shower arm goes into the wall?
The correct direction allows the tape to stay on while tightening the arm to the wall fitting. The inlet end with the tape will go inside your wall fitting. Slide the shower arm flange on the shower arm, then begin to thread the longer section of the arm clockwise into your wall fitting.
