conditions to be avoided, which include thefollowing:1. Deformation as a result of improperstacking of parts and storage containers.2. Creasing caused by force applied to cornersand edges, and by squeezing between boxes andstorage containers.3. Compression and flattening, as a result ofstorage under heavy parts.4. Punctures caused by staples used to attachidentification.5. Deformation and contamination due tohanging the seals from nails or pegs. Seals shouldbe kept in their original envelopes, which providepreservation, protection, identification, and curedate.6. Contamination by piercing the sealedenvelope to store O-rings on rods, nails, or wirehanging devices.7. Contamination by fluids leaking from partsstored above and adjacent to the seal surfaces.8. Contamination caused by adhesive tapesapplied to seal surfaces. A torn seal packageshould be secured with a pressure-sensitivemoistureproof tape, but the tape must not contactthe seal surfaces.9. Retention of overage parts as a resultof improper storage arrangement or illegibleidentification. Seals should be arranged so theolder seals are used first.7-18
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