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Elastomeric (rubber) bladders are always installed with the open end away from the dampener inlet, whether in dome or flat top models. PTFE bellows are installed with the open end of the bellows facing up in flat top models. In dome top models, PTFE bellows are assembled with the open end of the bellows facing down.
