FasTest FasMate FX Series Main Seal Replacement - Manual

REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS
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WP123 Rev A 5/9/2012
FX Main Seal Replacement
DESCRIPTION: Main Seal Replacement for any FX Connector.
Please thoroughly read the instructions to properly replace the seal. The FX
FasMate
is designed to provide a safe, reliable leak-tight seal and connection
when properly maintained and operated.
• The main seal is specifically designed for the application. DO NOT use any
substitute seal.
• Follow the replacement instructions carefully.
• DO NOT use excessive force to replace seal as this may damage the seal or
connector.
• Use caution when disassembling the connector.
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE:
1. Remove/unthread sleeve from connector.
2. Remove collet o-ring (save). Then remove collets, exposing piston.
3. Remove main seal from piston, using a sharp pick or some type of
like tool, extract main seal from piston AND DISCARD.
4. Firmly press new main seal into piston groove. Place piston back into
inner piston.
5. Assemble collets back into collet groove on the inner piston; align
collets per the spiral groove, numbering or both. Collets will not grip
test piece if they are assembled out of order.
6. Install collet o-ring back onto collets.
7. Thread sleeve back onto connector.
8. Test function of connector via pilot control or lever, making sure
collets extend and retract. DO THIS BEFORE INTRODUCING HIGH
PRESSURE.
FasTest, Inc. Product Warranty
FasTest, Inc. warrants its products against defects of workmanship and/or material for
12 months from the date of the sale by FasTest, Inc. This warranty is void if the
product is misused, tampered with or used in a manner that is not in accordance with
FasTest, Inc. recommendations and/or instructions. FasTest, Inc. is not liable for
consequential or other damages including, but not limited to, loss, damage, personal
injury, or any other expense directly or indirectly arising from the use of or inability to
use its products either separately or in combination with other products. ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO WARRANTIES OR MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE EXPRESSLY EXCLUDED.
Remedy under this warranty is limited to replacement of the product or an account credit in the amount
of the original selling price, at the option on FasTest, Inc. All allegedly defective products must be re-
turned prepaid transportation to FasTest, Inc. along with information describing the products perfor-
mance, unless disposition in the field is authorized
in writing by FasTest, Inc.
PISTON
MAIN SEAL