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SP-7XE/F Full-Rise Scissor Lift
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About Thread Sealants
Liquid Thread Sealant lubricates and fills the gaps
between the Fitting threads, and leaves no residue that
could contaminate the Hydraulic Fluid.
Other types of Thread Sealants (like Teflon Tape) can
shred during installation or removal and eventually enter
the Hydraulic System.
Thread Sealant can be used with most Hydraulic Fittings,
although you probably only need to use with NPT
connectors.
To apply Thread Sealant :
1. Make sure the Fittings and connectors you are going to use are clean and dry.
If you are adding Thread Sealant to a Fitting or connector that has already been used with a
different sealant, use a wire brush to thoroughly remove the old sealant before adding more.
2. Skipping the top thread, apply a small amount of Thread Sealant to the first four threads of the
Fitting.
⚠
WARNING
Always wear the proper protective equipment when handling Thread Sealant.
You only need a small amount because the sealant spreads to the other threads as it is tightened
into place.
If you put too much, the excess liquid will be pushed out when the Fitting is tightened; use a rag to
wipe the excess.
3. Tighten the Fitting into the connector; do
not
over tighten the Fitting.
4. Allow the 24 hour manufacturer-recommended curing time before pressurizing the system.