WARNING — Due to the close critical tolerances resold by distributors. Improper spool to bore fit of the valve spool and the spool bore, Parker can cause accidents resulting the serious injury or Hannifin cannot guarantee problem-free spool death. replacement. Spools sold separately to distributors The practice of re-chroming spools is not must be installed in work sections and tested for acceptable. Parker Hannifin has no control over the spool binding and leakage prior to shipment. plating materials or process. Binding spools or excessive leakage can cause a loss of function control. Specifically, binding spools Parker Hannifin recommends the replacement of can cause a function to stick in the 'on' position. worn spools and sections with a complete, factory Leaking spools on the other hand can cause supplied, work section assembly. This will eliminate functions to drift. Test procedures and the risks associated with spool replacement. specifications are available from the factory upon Parker Hannifin is not responsible for failures of request. reworked sections due to improper spool fit.