PG7000™ OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
© 1998-2008 DH Instruments, a Fluke Company
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5.3.5
LUBRICATING PISTON-CYLINDER MODULES
The purpose of piston-cylinder module lubrication is to minimize wear to components of the
piston-cylinder module. The proper long term functioning of the module requires that specific
areas of certain components be properly lubricated, especially after they have been cleaned.
Lubricant
Vacuum Grease: DuPont Krytox GPL-205/6 is the recommended lubricant. Krytox is
selected because it is a non-reactive, nonflammable, oxygen service safe grease. Very small
amounts are used. Krytox is made of perfluoropolyether (PFPE) thickened with
polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE). Users should avoid contact with eyes and skin.
A tube of Krytox GPL-205/6 is included in the PG7000 Platform accessory kit.
Where to Lubricate
The lubrication charts in Figures 21, 22 and 23 depict the areas that require application of
vacuum grease. A thin film (i.e. just enough lubricant to fully cover the area indicated)
applied to these areas is all that is necessary. Lubrication with more than a thin film will
increase the cost of lubrication and may result in contamination of the piston and/or cylinder.
Areas not indicated for lubrication should be kept free from vacuum grease.
Lubricating O-Rings
O-rings identified for lubrication should be lubricated prior to installation. During service O-
rings may be left in place and a thin film of vacuum grease applied to the outside diameter.
Vacuum grease may be applied by placing a drop (3-4mm diameter - approximately 15-
30mg) of grease between the thumb and forefinger and then rolling the O-ring between the
thumb and forefinger to apply a thin film over the entire o-ring (use of gloves is
recommended). An alternate method is to place a drop (3-4mm diameter - approximately 15-
30mg) of vacuum grease in a small zip closure plastic bag (just large enough to fit the largest
O-ring). Place the O-ring in the bag, close the bag, and then gently work the vacuum grease
over the entire O-ring.
Spring Carrier Lubrication
The spring carrier is lubricated at
DHI
. Under normal conditions it is not necessary for the
user to remove the spring carrier for lubrication. In the event that lubrication is necessary,
use caution during disassembly. Remove the clip, spacer, spring carrier and springs (qty 6).
Lubricate the spring carrier as shown in the lubrication chart. Reassemble, using care to
install the springs, spacer and clip in the reverse order of disassembly.
Pistons and Cylinders
Pistons and cylinders should be kept free from vacuum grease and any other contaminant
(see Section 5.3.4). Vacuum grease or other contaminants on the piston or cylinder will
adversely affect the piston-cylinder module’s performance.
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