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AINTENANCE
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TORAGE
The Subsea Display System should be rinsed with clean fresh water after use and dried
thoroughly before being stored in a suitable box and secured.
Subconn® Connectors
Maintaining the quality and performance of the connectors in the Subsea Display is integral
to the overall system operation. The manufacturer of the connectors supplied with the system
recommends the following procedures be adopted to maintain their quality. Good connector
maintenance will help to ensure that the system operates properly and accurately.
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Connectors and cable assemblies should not be exposed to long-term heat or sunshine.
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If this occurs, and the connector/cable assembly is very dry, soak in fresh water before
use.
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Ensure that the connectors are lubricated – the recommended lubricant is Molykote® 55
(or approved alternative such as Molykote 111) O-Ring grease prior to re-assembly.
Please use grease sparingly since too much grease can causealeak path.Only apply a thin
film to the connector so that the rubber turns from matt to a shiny wet appearance. Any
excess O-Ring grease should be removed.
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Any accumulation of sand or mud in the female contact should be removed with fresh
water. Failure to do so could result in the splaying of the female contact and damage to
the O-ring seals.
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Do not disconnect by pulling on the cable and avoid sharp bends at cable entry.
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When disconnecting, pull straight, not at an angle.
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In order to prolong the life of the connectors, leave the cable assemblies connected and do
not disconnect unnecessarily.
O-Rings
During disassembly and reassembly of the unit, O-Rings should be clean and dry, then lubricated
with a thin film of Molykote® 55 (or approved alternative such as Molykote 111) O-Ring grease
prior to re-assembly.
Important Note!
Please do not allow WD40 to come into contact with these Display units and especially
the connectors since permanent damage could occur.
