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4.2 442C Cartridge Split Mechanical Seal
Review seal packaging ensuring no damage or shortage has
occurred to the contents.
Review the seal fit dimensions in Tables 1 and 2 to ensure the
equipment to be sealed has the required dimensions.
Record the seal Item Number and Name found on the label
for referencing when contacting AW Chesterton Application
Engineering.
Installation is straightforward, provided the parts are handled
and installed carefully. Make sure your hands are clean.
Prepare a clean work surface on which to place parts.
NOTES:
• The gland and rotary holder halves are matched pairs by
the same number stamped on each half; face halves are
matched pairs; mixing components from different seals will
result in seal failure.
• Greasy fingerprints on seal faces, dirt particles on the
faces seal faces/splits or misaligned face splits may cause
leakage. Do not bring the assembly halves together before
actual installation. Damage to the seal ring splits may occur.
REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION
(Items are provided with seal):
• Hex key wrenches
• Grease
• Cleaning wipes
4.0 PREPARATION FOR INSTALLATION cont.