REMOTE OCEAN SYSTEMS
SEASTAR OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
10-01313 REV D
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Figure 11. Driver Circuit Card Connections
5.2.2.
Close the Seastar
In order to close the Seastar after it has been opened, proceed as follows.
CAUTION
The acrylic window and o-rings should not normally be reused once the Seastar
has been disassembled as this may lead to leaks in service. These components
are available as part of a rebuild kit.
1.
Remove and discard the window o-ring and the housing o-ring from the housing.
2.
Clean the end bell and bezel threads to remove as much fouling and dried thread locking compound
(appears as red plastic) as possible.
3.
Test thread the end bell and bezel together to ensure they turn freely.
4.
Inspect the housing o-ring grooves an end bell sealing surfaces for damage. Replace components if
necessary.
5.
Put a small amount of Vibra-tite VC-3 (supplied with the rebuild kit) on the end bell threads and allow to
dry for approximately 30 minutes.
6.
Inspect the replacement housing o-ring for damage, lubricate it with a suitable, silicone-based lubricant,
and put in the housing o-ring groove.
7.
Connect the input connector and ground lug (Figure 11);
