Maintenance
Section 5
Page 39
MSD SABER SERIES SHEARS
APPLYING SPLIT FLANGE
CLAMPS
1.
Clean sealing surfaces and make certain they are
free from nicks, scratches and burrs. Foreign mate-
rial prevents a proper seal (see
Figure 5-40
).
2.
Lubricate the o-ring and ensure that it is properly
installed so as to prevent damage during installation.
3.
Push the fl ange clamps toward the fl ange head
and screw fasteners into fl ange pad. Continue to
screw the fasteners until their heads just meet the
split fl ange surface (see
Figure 5-41
).
FIGURE 5-40
FIGURE 5-41
4.
Torque the fasteners in diagonal sequence, in
small increments, until fi nal torque level is achieved.
Torque values for fl ange connections are listed on
page 34. Notice that the torque values vary accord-
ing to the size and fastener type.
FIGURE 5-42
