Flowserve RIS Seal - Manual (Page 2)

1 Equipment Check
2
2.1 General Information
Refer to the seal assembly drawing for details.
2.2 Keep the seal face assemblies in their factory packing until they
are required for assembly.
2.3 Use only silicon grease on rubber in shear element and O-rings.
2.4 Prior to final assembly remove all oil or grease from the seal faces
using alcohol that does not contain hydrocarbon based lubricants.
Caution: Consult material safety data sheet for proper handling
of alcohol.
2.5 When 10 adjusting studs are mounted to 46 cover or to the pump
casing, be sure to adjust the seal after the impeller clearance has
been set and after any subsequent impeller adjustments.
2.6 If the impeller must be removed after the pump and seal have been
in operation, it is recommended that the basic seal ( 14 stationary
face assembly and 15 rotating face assembly and 240 seal carrier)
be replaced with a new or reconditioned seal.
2.7 Always vent air from the pump and piping before start-up.
2 Preparation For Assembly
1.1 Follow plant safety regulations prior to equipment disassembly:
• lock out motor and valves.
• wear designated personal safety equipment.
• relieve any pressure in the system.
• consult plant MSDS files for hazardous material regulations.
1.2 Remove all burrs, nicks, or scratches, and sharp edges from
the shaft / sleeve including sharp edges of keyways and threads.
Replace worn shaft or sleeve. Make sure the seal housing bore,
face, and sealing fluid flush taps are clean and free of burrs and
sharp edges that might damage gaskets.
The images of parts shown in these instructions may differ visually from the actual
parts due to manufacturing processes that do not affect the part function or quality.