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Filter Unpacking, Installation, Storage, and Operation
Unpacking
• Before removing the filter module from the carton carefully read the removal and handling
instructions printed on the outside of the carton.
• AAF Flanders cleanroom filters may come packaged in suitcase-style cardboard sleeves. If so,
simply reach into the box and grab the pre-punched handles within the insert.
• If the filter is in a cardboard liner, the filter must be oriented so that the open ends of the liner are
facing outward (i.e., to your left and right rather than upward). Carefully cut the packing tape that
holds the filter in the liner. Always check for torn or deflected liner edges. If any are found, straighten
or flatten such edges prior to liner removal to prevent media damage.
• One person should carefully hold the plastic bag(s) while the other person carefully pulls the liner,
sliding it away from the filter.
• Panel filters will be single- or double-bagged (depending on customer requirements) with snug-
fitting cardboard liners. Ducted filters will be single- or double-bagged and packed in reinforced
cartons.
• The filter should be handled with extreme care to avoid contact with the media and/or face screen.
• While the bag is still present, carry the filter by grabbing the bag. Be careful to keep the filter away
from your body and any objects in your path.
- If the bag is not present, always handle filter by the frame, avoiding contact with the media and/
or face screen.
• Remove the bag carefully. Avoid bringing hands and fingers into contact with the filter media.
• Additional precautions for gel seal filters:
- Care is taken at the factory to prevent the bag from contacting the gel. Be very careful when
unpacking gel seal filters by removing the bag slowly and carefully.
- If the bag comes in contact with the gel, pull the bag off the gel slowly. Quick removal of the bag
may cause damage to the gel and possible separation of gel from the gel channel.
Grille Installation and Removal
The standard grille is removable and made of 40% open area 316L Stainless Steel, but painted cold-
rolled steel is available. Grille mounting can be supplied as standard four (4) corner acorn nut design.
Fig. 05 Grille Mounting
