Installation

Instructions

ISC2 Series
Innovative Standard Cartridge seal designed
for general purpose applications.

1 Equipment Check
1.1 Follow plant safety regulations prior to equipment disassembly:
1.1.1 Wear designated personal safety equipment
1.1.2 Isolate equipment and relieve any pressure in the system
1.1.3 Lock out equipment driver and valves
1.1.4 Consult plant Safety Data Sheet (SDS) files for hazardous material regulations
1.2 Disassemble equipment in accordance with the equipment manufacturer’s instructions
to allow access to seal installation area.
1.3 Remove existing sealing arrangement (mechanical seal or otherwise).
Clean seal chamber and shaft thoroughly.
1.4 Inspect surfaces under gaskets to ensure they are free from pits or scratches. Break all sharp
corners on shaft steps, threads, reliefs, shoulders, key ways, etc. over which gasket(s) must
pass and/or seal against.
1.5 Check shaft or sleeve OD, seal chamber bore, seal chamber depth, gland pilot, stud diameter,
stud bolt pattern and distance to first obstruction to ensure they are dimensionally the same
as shown in the seal assembly drawing.
1.6 Check seal assembly drawings for any modifications (reworks) to be made to the equipment
for mechanical seal installation and act accordingly.
1.7 The equipment must be earthed to prevent sparks due to static electricity discharge

Experience In Motion
Shaft runout should be checked against the equipment manufacturer‘s specifications.
Generally, should not exceed 0.05 mm (0.002 inch) TIR (Total Indicator Reading)
at any point along the shaft for ball or roller type bearings.
For sleeve type bearings, refer to manufacturer instructions.
If the equipment is not completely dismantled, verify runout
near seal location.
The above values apply to shaft speeds in the range from
1000 to 3600 RPM. For values above and below, consult your Figure 1
Flowserve representative. See Figure 1.

Shaft endplay should not exceed 0.25 mm (0.010 inch) TIR,

regardless of thrust bearing type. See Figure 2.

Radial bearing play at seal chamber face should be checked

against the equipment manufacturer’s specifications. Generally
0.05 - 0.10 mm (0.002 - 0.004 inch) will be applicable for ball or
roller type bearings. For sleeve or journal type bearings, values Figure 2
will generally be in the order of 0.10 - 0.15 mm (0.004 - 0.006 inch).
If equipment is found outside the general range, contact the
equipment manufacturer and your Flowserve representative
to verify the equipment’s suitability for the seal.

Seal chamber squareness to the shaft centerline should

be within 0.0005 mm/mm (0.0005 inch/inch) of seal
chamber bore TIR.
Note: make sure that shaft endplay does not affect Figure 3
the reading. Verify the smoothness of the seal
chamber face for a good gasket joint. See Figure 3.

Concentricity of the shaft to the seal chamber bore or gland

pilot register should be within 0.025 mm per 25 mm shaft
diameter (0.001 inch per 1 inch shaft diameter)
to a maximum of 0.125 mm (0.005 inch) TIR.
See Figure 4.

Figure 4
Surface finish requirements
Figure 5 To first obstruction
Seal housing face to have surface finish
of 1.6 μm (63 μinch) Ra finish or better.

Gland pilot can be at either

of these register locations.
Seal housing bore to have 3.2 μm
(125 μinch) Ra finish or better.

Sleeve or shaft finish to be Shaft or sleeve OD

0.8 μm (32 μinch) Ra or better. +0.000 mm (+0.000 inch) ASME
-0.050 mm (-0.002 inch)

+0.000 mm (+0.000 inch) API 610/682

-0.025 mm (-0.001 inch) DIN/ISO
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Description
This ISC2 seal is a versatile cartridge mounted mechanical seal, designed for ease of installation
and reliable operation. No seal setting dimensions are required. Removable setting devices
provide proper alignment.

The ISC2 seal family consists of:

ISC2-PX - Single pusher seal with stationary springs
ISC2-PP - Dual pusher seal with stationary springs
ISC2-BX - Single metal bellows seal with rotating bellows
ISC2-BB - Dual metal bellows seal with rotating bellows
ISC2-XP - Single pusher seal with a pumping device for a Plan 23
ISC2-XB - Single metal bellows seal with a pumping device for a Plan 23

2 ISC2 Seal Installation

Note: No seal setting measurements are needed to install the seal. Instructions are for end-suction
back pull-out pumps. Modification of these procedures may be required for other style pumps.
Consult Flowserve for installation support.

2.1 Lubricate the shaft or pump sleeve Bearing Frame

lightly with silicone lubricant unless
otherwise specified.
2.2 Tighten the setting device cap screws to
ensure they are tight before installation.
2.3 Slide the ISC2 seal cartridge onto the
shaft or pump sleeve with the setting
devices toward the bearing housing. See
Figure 2.
2.4 Install the seal chamber and bolt it in
place on the bearing frame. See Figure 3.
Setting Device

Figure 2

Bearing Housing

Seal
Chamber

Figure 3

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2.5 Position the ISC2 seal with the gland tight against the seal chamber.
2.6 Orient the ISC2 seal with the ports aiming as shown on the seal assembly drawing.
See Section 3 for Piping Recommendations.
2.7 Tighten the gland nuts evenly in a diagonal sequence. Do not over-tighten the gland nuts, as
this can warp seal parts and cause leakage. Confirm adequate thread engagement before final
torque setting.

Recommended ISC2 seal minimum gland nut torque by size range:

Seal mm 25 - 50 54 - 70 75 - 102 108 - 152 159 - 203
Size (inch) (1.000 - 2.000) (2.125 - 2.750) (2.875 - 4.000) (4.250 - 6.000) (6.250 - 8.000)
Torque 20 N-m 27 N-m 40 N-m 47 N-m 54 N-m
(15 ft-lbs) (20 ft-lbs) (30 ft-lbs) (35 ft-lbs) (40 ft-lbs)

Note: Some equipment with small bore seal chambers provide limited access to the gland bolting
and setting device cap screws. In some situations, the gland fasteners interfere with the setting
devices and window access may require deviation from the standard fastening sequence.
For example, the collar/sleeve assembly may need to be rotated slightly from its factory-set position
by loosening the setting device cap screws, rotating the collar/sleeve assembly, then tightening the
screws. When nonstandard processes are followed, be careful to maintain the integrity of the seal
cartridge at all times.

2.8 Assemble the equipment per

manufacturer specifications.
Avoid pipe strain.
Align the coupling per
manufacturer specifications.
2.9 With the impeller, shaft, coupling
and bearings in their final
operating position, tighten the
drive collar set screws.
See Figure 4.
Note: in designs that have two
smaller screws, these are quarter
dog screws that hold the collar to
the sleeve and should not be
tightened. A hex key was provided
for the set screws, not for the
quarter dog screws.
Figure 4

Recommended ISC2 seal minimum set screw torque by size range:

Seal mm 25 - 60 67 - 70 75 - 203 75 - 203
Size (inch) (1.000 - 2.500) (2.625 - 2.750) (2.875 - 8.000) (2.875 - 8.000)
Gland Size All All Standard Bore Enlarged Bore
Torque 4.5 N-m 13.5 N-m 16.9 N-m 27.1 N-m
(40 in-lbs) (120 in-lbs) (150 in-lbs) (240 in-lbs)

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2.10 Remove the setting devices from
the drive collar by loosening the cap
screws. See Figure 5. Save the setting
devices and fasteners for future use
when the pump impeller is reset or
when the seal is removed for repairs.
2.11 Turn the shaft by hand to ensure
unobstructed rotation.
2.12 See Operational Recommendations
before start-up.

Figure 5

3 Piping Recommendations
3.1 Install and maintain an adequate piping plan. The ISC2 seal requires a clean, cool environment
for maximum seal life. Typical piping plans are listed below. Contact Flowserve for additional
piping plan information or technical support.
Important: All red plastic caps/thread guards are for shipping protection only and should be
replaced with either a piping connection or a metal plug in the same metallurgy as the gland.
Plan 02: dead-ended seal chamber with no flush (single seals, always plug Flush port)
Plan 03: circulation created by the design of the seal chamber
(single seals, always plug Flush port)
Plan 11: default inner seal flush from pump discharge on horizontal pumps (single seals)

Plan 13: default inner seal flush and vent from pump suction on vertical pumps (single seals
Plan 21: inner seal flush from pump discharge through a cooler for use with hot products
(single seals)
Plan 23: inner seal flush from internal pumping device through cooler
(ISC2-XP and ISC2-XB designs)
Plan 32: inner seal clean external flush for use with abrasive products or products that are
incompatible with the seal (single seals)
Plan 52: dual seal circulation through a low pressure reservoir (dual seals)
Plan 53: dual seal circulation through a pressurized reservoir (53A),
finned tube array (53B) or piston accumulator (53C) (dual seals)
Plan 62: external quench on atmospheric side of seal (single seals)

3.2 For dual seals, LBI (Liquid Barrier Inlet) and LBO (Liquid Barrier Outlet) are marked on the
gland. ISC2 seals are unidirectional and piping the correct inlet and outlet is important to
proper circulation. The liquid barrier inlet should draw from the bottom of the support
system while the liquid barrier outlet feeds the top of the system.

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 3.3 For dual pressurized seal (Plan 53, double seal) operation, supply a clean, compatible barrier
fluid at a pressure at least 1.7 bar (25 psi) above the seal chamber pressure. See Figure 6.
The pressure of the barrier fluid must not exceed the recommended maximum pressure.

Dual pressurized (Plan 53A) ISC2 with Supply Tank Figure 6

3.4 For dual unpressurized (Plan 52, tandem seal) operation, supply a clean, compatible buffer
fluid at a pressure below the seal chamber pressure. The pressure in the seal chamber must not
exceed the recommended maximum pressure.
3.5 For single seal operation excluding Plan 23, ensure all ports are fitted with piping or
plugs. Plans 02 and 03 must close the Flush port with a metal plug in the same metallurgy as
the gland. If Plan 62 is not used, the Quench port should be plugged. The Drain port should be
connected to a drain line to prevent leakage along the shaft. Note: the Quench and Drain ports
are smaller than the flush port as a distinguishing feature.
3.6 For single seal operation with Plan 23, FI (Flush Inlet) and FO (Flush Outlet) are marked
on the gland. ISC2 seals are unidirectional and piping the correct inlet and outlet is important to
proper circulation. The flush inlet should draw from the bottom of the cooler while the flush
outlet feeds the top of the cooler. Ensure piping is optimized for thermosyphon flow.
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4 Operational Recommendations
4.1 Remove lock outs on equipment and valves.
4.2 Do not start up the pump dry to check motor rotation or for any other reason. Open valves to
flood pump with product fluid. Ensure that the seal flush or support system is operating. Vent
air from the casing of the pump and the seal chamber before start-up.
4.3 Observe the start-up. If the seal runs hot or squeals, check the seal flush system. Do not allow
the pump to run for any extended time if the seal gets hot or squeals.
4.4 Do not exceed corrosion limits. The ISC2 seal is designed to resist corrosion through proper
material selection. Do not expose the ISC2 seal materials of construction to products outside of
their corrosion limits. Consult Flowserve for chemical resistance recommendations.
4.5 Do not exceed pressure and speed limits established for the ISC2 seal.
4.6 Do not exceed the temperature limits of the ISC2 seal based on the materials of construction.
For dual seals using supply tanks with cooling coils, turn on cooling water to the supply tank
before start-up.
4.7 Do not start up or run the ISC2 seal dry. The seal chamber, pump and support systems should
be thoroughly vented before start-up. Buffer or barrier fluid must flood the seal cavity of dual
seals at all times during operation. Process fluid must be in the seal chamber at all times during
single seal operation.

5 Repairs
This product is a precision sealing device. The design and dimension tolerances are critical to seal
performance. Only parts supplied by Flowserve should be used to repair a seal.
To order replacement parts, refer to the part code and B/M number. A spare backup seal should be
stocked to reduce repair time.
When seals are returned to Flowserve for repair, decontaminate the seal assembly and include
an order marked "Repair or Replace." A signed certificate of decontamination must be attached.
A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) must be enclosed for any product that came in contact with the seal.
The seal assembly will be inspected and, if repairable, it will be rebuilt, tested, and returned.

The images of parts shown in these instructions may differ visually from the actual
parts due to manufacturing processes that do not affect the part function or quality.

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