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2.3.2 Installation
Place PC according to the flow direction.
2.3.2.1 1/4VCR Connection
Refer to figure 2-4 and figure 2-5 Check the gland to gland space, including the
gaskets. Remove the plastic gland protector caps. When using loose VCR original style
gaskets, inserting the gasket into the female nut. For VCR retainer gaskets, snap the gasket
onto the male coupling. Tighten the nuts finger tight. Scribe both nut and body in order to
mark the position of the nut. While holding the body with a wrench, tighten the nut: 1/8
turn past finger tight for 316L stainless steel and nickel gaskets.
Figure 2-4 VCR original style gasket
Figure 2-5 VCR retainer gasket
2.3.2.2 Two-ferrule (Compression Fitting) Connection
Refer to figure 2-6. Check the gland to gland space. Remove the gland protector caps.
Insert the tubing to the shoulder inside the fitting, and check that the ferrules are positioned
as shown in figure2-6. Tighten the nuts finger tight. Use two spanners, one spanner locking
