2 assembly of seal components – Flowserve X Series BW Seals User Manual
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2 Assembly of Seal Components
2.1 Prepare bellows assembly for installation.
2.1.1 Install the set screws in bellows assembly.
Caution:
Be sure set screws do not protrude into bellows assembly bore which
would cause interference when sliding bellows assembly onto shaft.
2.1.2 Lubricate and install bellows assembly O-ring, using silicone base grease only,
unless otherwise specified on the drawing.
3 Seal Setting for Seal on Shaft or Customer's Sleeve
For proper seal installation, you must obtain the correct seal assembly drawing
for your application.
3.1 Inspect pump shaft. Clean and remove any burrs, nicks, scratches, etc. which
could cause damage to gaskets when assembling seal.
3.2 Secure the seal assembly in place at its correct seal setting position (SS) by
tightening the rotating assembly set screws. See Figure 2. Refer to the seal
assembly drawing for correct seal setting dimension.
Installed Seal Assembly on Shaft or Customer's Sleeve
Figure 2
SS
SS
O-ring Mounted Stationary Face
3.2.1 Assemble seat gasket to stationary face
lubricate gasket with silicone base grease only,
unless otherwise specified on seal drawing) and
install in gland.
Caution:
If anti-rotation pin is used, make sure stationary
face is properly seated. Do not get grease on
running face.
3.2.2 Install gland gasket - Use silicone grease if
necessary to retain gasket.
O-ring Mounted Face