Installation

Instructions

BW Seals BX Series
®

General Service Bellows Seal

BX, BXLS, BXR, BXQ, BXU

1 Equipment Check
1.1 Follow plant safety regulations prior to equipment disassembly:
1.1.1 Wear designated personal safety equipment
1.1.2 Isolate equipment and relieve any pressure in the system
1.1.3 Lock out equipment driver and valves
1.1.4 Consult plant Safety Data Sheet (SDS) files for hazardous material regulations
1.2 Disassemble equipment in accordance with the equipment manufacturer’s instructions
to allow access to seal installation area.
1.3 Remove existing sealing arrangement (mechanical seal or otherwise).
Clean seal chamber and shaft thoroughly.
1.4 Inspect surfaces under gaskets to ensure they are free from pits or scratches. Break all sharp
corners on shaft steps, threads, reliefs, shoulders, key ways, etc. over which gasket(s) must
pass and/or seal against.
1.5 Check shaft or sleeve OD, seal chamber bore, seal chamber depth, gland pilot, stud diameter,
stud bolt pattern and distance to first obstruction to ensure they are dimensionally the same
as shown in the seal assembly drawing.
1.6 Check seal assembly drawings for any modifications (reworks) to be made to the equipment
for mechanical seal installation and act accordingly.
1.7 The equipment must be earthed to prevent sparks due to static electricity discharge.

Experience In Motion
 Shaft runout should be checked against the equipment manufacturer‘s specifications.
Generally, should not exceed 0.05 mm (0.002 inch) TIR (Total Indicator Reading)
at any point along the shaft for ball or roller type bearings.
For sleeve type bearings, refer to manufacturer instructions.
If the equipment is not completely dismantled, verify runout
near seal location.
The above values apply to shaft speeds in the range from
1000 to 3600 RPM. For values above and below, consult your Figure 1
Flowserve representative. See Figure 1.

Shaft endplay should not exceed 0.25 mm (0.010 inch) TIR,

regardless of thrust bearing type. See Figure 2.

Radial bearing play at seal chamber face should be checked

against the equipment manufacturer’s specifications. Generally
0.05 - 0.10 mm (0.002 - 0.004 inch) will be applicable for ball or
roller type bearings. For sleeve or journal type bearings, values Figure 2
will generally be in the order of 0.10 - 0.15 mm (0.004 - 0.006 inch).
If equipment is found outside the general range, contact the
equipment manufacturer and your Flowserve representative
to verify the equipment’s suitability for the seal.

Seal chamber squareness to the shaft centerline should

be within 0.0005 mm/mm (0.0005 inch/inch) of seal
chamber bore TIR.
Note: make sure that shaft endplay does not affect Figure 3
the reading. Verify the smoothness of the seal
chamber face for a good gasket joint. See Figure 3.

Concentricity of the shaft to the seal chamber bore or gland

pilot register should be within 0.025 mm per 25 mm shaft
diameter (0.001 inch per 1 inch shaft diameter)
to a maximum of 0.125 mm (0.005 inch) TIR.
See Figure 4.

Figure 4
Surface finish requirements
Figure 5 To first obstruction
Seal housing face to have surface finish
of 1.6 μm (63 μinch) Ra finish or better.

Gland pilot can be at either

of these register locations.
Seal housing bore to have 3.2 μm
(125 μinch) Ra finish or better.

Sleeve or shaft finish to be Shaft or sleeve OD

0.8 μm (32 μinch) Ra or better. +0.000 mm (+0.000 inch) ASME
-0.050 mm (-0.002 inch)

+0.000 mm (+0.000 inch) API 610/682

-0.025 mm (-0.001 inch) DIN/ISO

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2 Assembly of Seal Components
2.1 Prepare bellows assembly for installation.
2.1.1 Install the set screws in bellows assembly.
Caution: Be sure set screws do not protrude into bellows assembly bore which would cause
interference when sliding bellows assembly onto shaft.
2.1.2 Lubricate and install bellows assembly O-ring, using silicone base grease only,
unless otherwise specified on the drawing.

3 Seal Setting for Seal on Shaft or Customer's Sleeve

For proper seal installation, you must obtain the correct seal assembly drawing for your application.
3.1 Inspect pump shaft. Clean and remove any burrs, nicks, scratches, etc. which could cause
damage to gaskets when assembling seal.
3.2 Secure the seal assembly in place at its correct seal setting position (SS) by tightening the
rotating assembly set screws. See Figure 2. Refer to the seal assembly drawing for correct
seal setting dimension.

Installed Seal Assembly on Shaft or Customer's Sleeve Figure 6

SS SS

O-ring Mounted Stationary Face

3.2.1 Assemble seat gasket to stationary face
lubricate gasket with silicone base grease
only, unless otherwise specified on seal
drawing) and install in gland.
Caution: If anti-rotation pin is used, make sure
stationary face is properly seated.
Do not get grease on running face.
3.2.2 Install gland gasket - Use silicone grease if
necessary to retain gasket.

O-ring Mounted Face

The images of parts shown in these instructions may differ visually from the actual parts
due to manufacturing processes that do not affect the part function or quality.
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Clamped Stationary Face
3.2.3 Install flat gasket into gland.
3.2.4 Install stationary face into gland.
3.2.5 Install second flat gasket to stationary face.

Note: If two gasket materials are supplied, install PTFE

gasket at this location. Use the lubricant provided
to retain gasket if necessary. Do not get grease on
running face.
L-Shaped Stationary Face (BXLS)
Clamped Mounted Face
3.2.6 Assemble seat gasket to stationary face.
Lubricate gasket with the lubricant provided
and install in gland.
Caution: If anti-rotation pin is used, make sure stationary
face is properly seated. Do not get grease on
running face.
3.2.7 Install gland - Use the lubricant provided if
necessary to retain gasket.
3.3 Using lint free tissue, clean stationary and rotating
face mating surfaces. Alcohol or acetone can be used
as a cleaning agent to assure clean, film free, dry
faces. Any other materials may cause premature seal
failure. L-Shaped Mounted Face

Caution: Consult material safety data sheets for proper handling of alcohol or acetone.
3.4 Assemble gland to seal chamber face. See Figure 6.
Caution: During gland assembly over shaft, be sure stationary face is not damaged.
Secure bolts attaching gland to housing.
Note: Even torque is required on all flange bolts to assure proper seal operation.

4 Hook Sleeve Mount

For proper seal installation. You must obtain the correct seal assembly drawing
for your application.
4.1 Inspect pump shaft. Clean and remove any burrs, nicks, scratches, etc. which could cause
damage to gaskets when assembling seal.
4.2 Assemble shaft sleeve and flat gasket to pump shaft and seat in accordance with pump
manufacturer's specifications. Inspect for and remove any burrs.
4.3 Verify seal setting (SS) reference dimension on the seal drawing. This is the dimension
from the seal chamber face to a machined step or locator on the shaft. See Figure 7.
4.4 If shaft sleeve has no locating shoulder, blue sleeve and scribe line for location of spring
holder as shown on assembly drawing.
4.5 Slide rotating assembly onto shaft sleeve, locating in accordance with the seal assembly
drawing. Use caution not to dislodge rotating gasket.

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Seal Setting on Hook Sleeve Figure 7

SS

4.6 Tighten seal assembly set screws to shaft sleeve insuring seal assembly is retained
at proper seal setting location as noted on seal assembly drawing.
O-ring Mounted Stationary Face
4.6.1 Assemble seal gasket to stationary face. Lubricate gasket with the lubricant
provided and install in gland.
Caution: If anti-rotation pin is used make sure stationary face is properly seated.
Do not get grease on running face.
4.6.2 Install gland gasket, use the lubricant provided if necessary to retain gasket.
See O-ring mounted face.
Clamped Stationary Face
4.6.3 Install flat gasket into inner gland.
4.6.4 Install stationary face into gland.
4.6.5 Install second flat gasket to stationary face.
Note: If two gasket materials are supplied, install PTFE gasket at this location.
Use the lubricant provided to retain gasket if necessary.
Do not get grease on running face. See clamped mounted face.
L-Shaped Stationary Face
4.6.6 Assemble seat gasket to stationary face (lubricate gasket with the lubricant
provided and install in gland.
Caution: If anti-rotation pin is used, make sure stationary face is properly seated.
Do not get grease on running face.
4.6.7 Install gland gasket - Use silicone grease if necessary to retain gasket.
4.7 Using lint free tissue, clean stationary and rotating face mating surfaces.
Alcohol or acetone can be used as a cleaning agent to assure clean, film free, dry faces.
Any other materials may cause premature seal failure.
Caution: Consult material safety data sheet for proper handling of alcohol or acetone.
4.8 Assemble gland to seal chamber face. See Figure 7.
Caution: During gland assembly over shaft and sleeve, be sure stationary face is not damaged.
Secure bolts attaching gland to housing.
Note: Even torque is required on all gland bolts to assure proper seal operation.

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 5 Cartridge Mounted
5.1 For proper seal installation, you must obtain the correct seal assembly drawing for your
application.
5.2 Inspect pump shaft. Clean and remove any burrs, nicks, scratches, etc., which could cause
damage to gaskets when installing cartridge seal. Ensure gland and sleeve gaskets are installed.
It may be necessary to lubricate the shaft with grease to prevent damage to sleeve gasket
during installation.
5.3 Carefully install the seal onto the shaft and locate against the face of the seal chamber.
Take care not to impact the seal cartridge as damage to internal components can occur.
5.4 Orient ports on the seal cartridge as shown on the seal assembly drawing.
5.5 Evenly torque gland bolts/nuts to prevent uneven gland pressure against the seal chamber.
5.6 Adjust bearings, coupling, and impeller so that the shaft is in its final operating position.
5.7 Setting Devices
A - Type 1 (none)
B - Type 2 (setting plates)
C - Type 3 (setting blocks)

Type 1 (none) Figure 8

SS Gap
(from assembly drawing)

• Determine proper seal setting (SS) gap specified in seal assembly drawing.
• Adjust sleeve drive collar position relative to gland to establish proper gap.
• Tighten drive collar set screws.

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Type 2 (setting plates) Figure 9

Setting Plate Bolt

Setting Plate

Set Screw

• Tighten drive collar set screws to shaft.

• Loosen setting plate attachment bolts and rotate setting plates clear of drive collar.

• Retighten setting plate attachment bolts with setting plates clear of drive collar.

Type 3 (setting blocks) Figure 10

Setting Block

• Tighten drive collar set screws to shaft.

• Loosen and remove setting blocks.

6 Piping Instructions

Do not start up the equipment dry.

Vent air from the casing of the pump and the seal chamber before start-up.
Refer to seal assembly drawing for mechanical seal piping instructions.
Note: For special problems encountered during installation, contact your nearest
Flowserve Sales and Service Representative or Authorized Distributor.

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 TO REORDER REFER TO
B/M #
F.O.

7 Repair
This product is a precision sealing device. The design and dimension tolerances are critical to seal
performance. Only parts supplied by Flowserve should be used to repair a seal.
To order replacement parts, refer to the part code and B/M number. A spare backup seal should be
stocked to reduce repair time.
When seals are returned to Flowserve for repair, decontaminate the seal assembly and include an
order marked "Repair or Replace." A signed certificate of decontamination must be attached.
A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) must be enclosed for any product that came in contact with the seal.
The seal assembly will be inspected and, if repairable, it will be rebuilt, tested, and returned.

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