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4-29. Y-CONNECTOR REPAIR - cont.
(4) Disassemble reducer assemblies (2) and (4) as follows:
(a) Remove gasket (10) from female coupling (11).
(b) Using pipe wrench and vice, unscrew female coupling (11) from reducer (12).
(5) Using pipe wrench and vice, unscrew male coupling (8) from nipple (9).
b.
Cleaning.
(1) Wash all components with clean water and detergent.
(2) Rinse components in clean water and dry with wiping rag.
c.
Inspection.
(1) Inspect male coupling (8), female couplings (11), nipple (9) and yfitting (7) for cracks and
corrosion.
(2) Inspect nipple (9), male coupling (8) and reducers (12) for damaged threads.
(3) Inspect nipple (9), y fitting (7) and reducers (12) for damaged coupling clamp sealing surfaces.
d.
Repair. Replace damaged parts and all sealing components.
e.
Assembly. Refer to figure 4-24.
NOTE
Ensure that anti-seize tape is applied in the same direction as the threads.
(1) Apply anti-seize tape to male threads of nipple (9) Screw male coupling (8) onto nipple (9).
(2) Assemble reducer assemblies (2) and (4) as follows:
NOTE
Ensure that anti-seize tape is applied in the same direction as the threads.
(a) Apply anti-seize tape to male threads of reducer (12). Screw female coupling (11) onto
reducer (12).
(b) Install gasket (10) in female coupling (11).
(3) Align nipple assembly (6) with y fitting (7) and install coupling clamp (5).
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