O-Ring Connections: General

The following points should be kept in mind when assembling O-ring connections:

1. Avoid unnecessary handling and contact of O-rings with your hands, since even clean fingers contain body acids, which can contaminate the O-ring surface.
2. Do not handle O-rings with gloves, shop towels, etc., since lint particles may cling to the O-ring, possibly causing a leak upon assembly.
3. Always lubricate O-rings before assembly to allow the O-ring to seat itself properly.
4. Be certain to use torque wrenches when tightening O-ring fittings, because overtightening can not only damage the O-ring, but it can distort the tube end as well.