Aerotech VascuLathe ACS Series User Manual page 48

Maintenance
Step 4: Carefully pull the end cap off of the rotary union housing. The rotary seal and rotary union shaft will
now be exposed.
Step 5: Pry the rotary seal from its housing using care not to damage the sealing surfaces (see
Inspect the shaft and seal surface for scratches or nicks (see
normal. If the shaft and seal retainer sealing surface are undamaged, clean both the shaft and seal
assembly surfaces with a lint-free rag and isopropyl alcohol.
If the shaft or sealing surface is scratched (you can feel it with your fingernail), contact Aerotech customer
service.
If advised to remove the rotary union, see
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Figure 4-10 shows an exploded view of the seal assembly.
Figure 4-10: Rotary Seal Installation / Removal
Section 4.4. Wet Cut Rotary Union Removal
Figure 4-11: Seal Housing Location
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Figure 4-12). Small wear marks are
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Figure 4-11).
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