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CYLINDERS
IMPORTANT: Read these service 4ps before beginning assembly of cylinder gland or piston.
1. Keep seals clean from the me they are removed from package un l they are installed.
2. Clean the groove or bore into which the seal is to be fi;ed before installing the seal.
3. Never touch the seal lip in handling. Always pick up the seal by its outer member.
4. Inspect each seal lip carefully for nicks, scratches, and dirt at me of installa on. If dirty use a soG,
clean cloth and carefully wipe off seal.
DO NOT wipe seal with fingers, this only imbeds dirt in the seal.
NEVER clean rubber related seals with a mineral based solvent! Clean rubber seals in
denatured alcohol or non-mineral based solvents only.
NOTE: Seals can be made more pliable and easier to install, if first heated in hydraulic oil to 160
°
F. Never
use direct heat on any seals.
