Flow Solutions Division
Flowserve Mechanical Seal Storage
1 Storage of 3 to 24 Months
There are no known storage problems with complete
Flowserve mechanical seal assemblies or components
for up to 2 years.
For a complete Flowserve mechanical seal:
1.1 Install the Flowserve mechanical seal in accor-
dance with the installation instructions. Use the
lubricant provided on all O-rings and gaskets,
except PSS drive pads and O-rings in CRO seal
assemblies.
Follow plant safety regulations:
• lock out motor and valves
• wear designated personal safety equipment
• relieve any pressure in the system
• consult plant MSDS files for hazardous mater-
ial regulations
1.2 Complete equipment tests. Drain all product and
flush fluid from the equipment and seal chamber.
Dry equipment and seal chamber with com-
pressed air.
1.3 Cover all equipment openings including pump
suction, discharge connections, flush taps, etc.
1.4 Plug all openings in the seal chamber and gland.
1.5 Mask or cover the clearance between the seal
gland and the shaft to prevent dirt and debris from
entering the seal cavity.
1.6 Turn the shaft one to two revolutions by hand
every three months.
© 2000 Flowserve Corporation
1 of 2
2 Storage Periods Longer than 24 Months
For storage periods longer than 2 years, environmental
conditions may influence the flatness of rotating and
stationary seal faces and cause deterioration of some
O-ring and gasket materials.
For complete Flowserve mechanical seal assemblies
follow steps 1- 5.
Follow steps 3 - 4 for components.
2.1 Install the Flowserve mechanical seal in accor
dance with the installation instructions. Use the
lubricant provided on all secondary seals, except
PSS drive pads and O-rings in CRO seal assem-
blies.
Follow plant safety regulations:
• lock out motor and valves
• wear designated personal safety equipment
• relieve any pressure in the system
• consult plant MSDS files for hazardous mater-
ial regulations
2.2 Complete equipment tests. Drain all product and
flush fluid from the equipment and seal chamber.
Remove, disassemble, and thoroughly clean and
decontaminate the Flowserve mechanical seal.
Dry all parts, package, and store as individual
components in a cool, clean environment.
2.3 The resistance of elastomeric secondary seal
materials such as O-rings , V-rings, and gaskets,
to deterioration during normal storage conditions
varies with the type of elastomer. SAE ARP5316
lists the maximum recommended storage life for
elastomeric seals. The specification also lists
recommended storage practices. The maximum
storage life of the elastomers listed in Table 1 and
the following storage conditions are taken from
this specification.
Expected Storage Life of Secondary Seal Materials Table 1

Material Storage Life

TFE/P, TFE propylene

Durafite1, Flexible Graphite
Silicone
FKM2, Fluoroelastomer
Perfluoroelastomer, Chemraz4, Unlimited
FFKM, Kalrez3
Duraflon1, PTFE
Glass Filled Duraflon1, Glass Filled PTFE
DMC 500, Composite
Graphite Filled Duraflon1, Carbon Filled PTFE
DMC 600

Neoprene
Buna N, Nitrile 15 years
EPR/EPT, EPM, EPDM,
ethylene propylene

DMC 340 3 to 5 years

DMC 400
1 Registered trademark of Flowserve Corporation
2 A typical FKM is Viton3
3 Registered trademark of E. I. du Pont de Nemours and Co. (Inc.).
4 Registered trademark of Green Tweed and Company

Maximum life can be achieved by using the following Before reinstalling the Flowserve mechanical seal,
storage conditions: inspect all O-rings, V-rings, gaskets, etc., for deteriora-
tion, cracks, or unusual hardness.
• Ambient temperature not exceeding 100° F (38° C)
• Exclusion of air and oxygen 2.4 The wear faces of seal rings and inserts should
• Exclusion of contamination and radiation be tested for flatness using a helium lamp and an
• Exclusion of light, particularly sunlight optical flat, prior to reinstallation. In general,
• Exclusion of ozone generating electrical devices sealing faces should be flat to within 2 light
bands. Contact Flowserve for exact require-
Generally, storage in polyethylene bags more than ments if necessary.
0.075 mm thick and ultraviolet (UV) resistant or
polyethylene lined kraft paper bags ensures optimum 2.5. Reassemble and install the Flowserve mechani-
storage life. cal seal in accordance with installation instruc-
tions.
The information and specifications presented in this product brochure are believed to be accurate, but are supplied for information purposes only and should not be considered certified or as a guarantee of satisfactory results by reliance thereon. Nothing contained herein is to be construed
as a warranty or guarantee, express or implied, with respect to the product. Although Flowserve Corporation can provide general application guidelines, it cannot provide specific information for all possible applications. The purchaser/user must therefore assume the ultimate responsibility
for the proper selection, installation, operation and maintenance of Flowserve products. Because Flowserve Corporation is continually improving and upgrading its product design, the specifications, dimensions and information contained herein are subject to change without notice.

Primary Worldwide Flow Solutions Division Locations Licensees, authorized agents, and affiliated companies located worldwide.
United States Canada Netherlands Argentina Australia
Kalamazoo, MI Edmonton, Alberta Scarborough, Ontario Roosendaal Villa Martelli Marayong NSW
Phone 616-381-2650 Phone 708-463-7958 Phone 416-292-2877 Phone 31-165-581400 Phone 54-11-4709-6800 Phone 61-2-8822-7100
Fax 616-381-8368 Fax 708-450-1241 Fax 416-292-5190 Fax 31-165-552622 Fax 54-11-4709-7072 Fax 61-2-9679-7511

Singapore Mexico Brazil Japan Germany

Phone 65-746-4318 Tlacala Sao Paulo Osaka Dortmund
Fax 65-747-1963 Phone 52-2-461-6791 Phone 55-11-4066-8600 Phone 81-720-85-5571 Phone 49-231-6964-0
Fax 52-2-461-6847 Fax 55-11-4066-7014 Fax 81-720-85-5575 Fax 49-231-6964-248

www.flowserve.com
ISO 9000
FTA106
Certified
Printed in U.S.A.
REV 08/01
2 of 2