Bell & Gossett P81567F Series 1531 - Manual (Page 25)

ID seal size Distance between collar and impeller end of the shaft sleeve
1-5/8 in. (4.128 cm) 1-1/4 in. (3.175 cm)
5. Assemble the coverplate onto the bracket.
6. Tighten the capscrews according to the Capscrew torque table.
7. Attach the seal cap to the coverplate.
8. Tighten the hex nuts on the seal cap bolts according to the Capscrew torque table.
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1. O-ring
2. Coverplate
3. For 1-1/4 in. seal: 1-13/32 in. (3.571 cm)
4. For 1-5/8 in. seal: 1-1/4 in. (3.175 cm)
5. Seal locking collar
6. Seal cap bolt
7. Seal cap
8. O-ring
9. Motor end
Figure 2: Single mechanical seal (1531–S)
Assemble the double mechanical seal (1531-D)
1. Lubricate the shaft sleeve, seal cap, and coverplate cavity with soapy water.
Do not use a petroleum lubricant.
2. Insert a stationary seal and O-ring into the seal cap.
For the 1-1/4 in. ID seal, both parts are housed in the coverplate. A seal cap gasket is
not used.
Maintenance
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