COMPONENT REPLACEMENT
B
M
S
ARREL
OTOR
Removing the Existing Seal
© 2008-2012, IMI Cornelius Inc.
The following are procedures for servicing the major components of the Viper
system.
R
EAL
EPLACEMENT
The barrel motor seal is typically replaced during the semi-annual preventative
maintenance procedure. The seal location is shown in Figure 40.
Motor
Seal
Figure 40. Front View Inside of Barrel w/ Faceplate off
To remove the existing barrel seal, perform the procedure in Table 43..
Step
Action
1.
Purge the barrel. See "Purging a Barrel" on page 36.
2
When purging is complete, disconnect power from the unit.
Open the relief valve on the front of the barrel to ensure that pressure is
3
released. CAUTION: Barrel pressure MUST be relieved before removing the
faceplate!
Remove the four (4) 3/4 in. nuts from the faceplate and slowly remove the face-
4
plate from the unit.
5
Carefully pull the blade assembly out of the barrel.
6
Remove any remaining product from the barrel.
Rinse and inspect the blade assembly and barrel for signs of wear. (Replace if
7
necessary)
8
Remove the seal and spacer from the rear of barrel.
When old seal and spacer are removed, use a clean soft cloth to clean
9
between the motor shaft and the barrel to remove any remaining product.
Table 43.
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Viper Service Manual
Motor
Shaft
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