4
Figure 5 - Make a Mark at Six O’clock
4)
While holding the fitting body steady, tighten the nut one and one-quarter turns until
the mark is at the nine o’clock position. (Note: For 1/16”, 1/8”, 3/16”, and 2, 3, and 4
mm fittings, tighten the nut three-quarters of a turn until the mark is at the three
o’clock position.)
Figure 6 - Tighten One and One-Quarter Turns
2.2.2 Reassembly Instructions
Swagelok tube fittings may be disassembled and reassembled many times.
Warning: Always depressurize the system before disassembling a Swagelok tube
fitting.
1)
Prior to disassembly, mark the tube at the back of the nut, then make a line along the
nut and fitting body flats.
These marks will be used during reassembly to ensure the
nut is returned to its current position.
Figure 7 - Marks for Reassembly
2)
Disassemble the fitting.
3)
Inspect the ferrules for damage and replace if necessary.
If the ferrules are replaced
the connector should be treated as a new assembly. Refer to the section above for
installation instructions.
