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Flanged Joint, Assembling






Flanged joint, assembling

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Conditions
All mating surfaces must be thoroughly cleaned.
Always replace gaskets, nuts and screws with new ones.
Always use those components shown in the replacement parts range for the relevant area.

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Always ensure:
- that there are not cracks or other damage at the mating surfaces which could result in leakage
- that all threads are working correctly
- that the gasket faces are flat.
Always remedy if necessary

Procedure
Always use the listed tightening torques.
Always use copper paste 1161 408 where indicated in the method.
Always follow the listed procedure for tightening torques and, where applicable, angle-tightening.