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3. Install the valve cap and
torque to the proper
specifications. (See
figure 10).
Inlet Valves:
Disassembly:
1. Remove the manifold.
2. Remove low
pressure seals, insert
screwdriver under seal
lip and lift up. (See
figure 11)
3. Using a reversible
pliers, carefully remove
the packing retainers
(plunger guides). (See
figure 12)
NOTE: You do not want to
damage these so they can
be reused if not worn.
4. Remove the high-pressure
packing by pulling straight
out with your finger. (See
figure 13)
5. Pull out the valve cage/
head ring assembly, valve
poppet, spring and
O-ring. (See figure
14)
6. Inspect for any debris
or damage.
7. Remove the valve O-ring.
Assembly:
1. Install the valve
seat O-ring
squarely into the
bottom of the
manifold. (See figure
15)
2. Insert the valve assembly
and push squarely into
the O-ring. (See figure
16)
3. Install the high-pressure
packing by placing it into
the cylinder at an angle and then
pushing into place.
NOTE: The point of the “V” or flat
side of the packing is pointed at
you.
4. Lubricate the packing retainer
O-ring with a light film of oil
and install it into
the
cylinder.
5. Push it completely into
place.(See figure 17)
NOTE: The O-ring
will seat just inside the
manifold and you will hear
a slight pop.
6. Insert the low
pressure seal by
placing it into the
cylinder in at an
angle and pushing
it into place. (See
figure 18)