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Make sure that the required CFM of the air tool is within the maximum flow
rate of your filter for best tool operation.
MAINTENANCE
DISASSEMBLY
The filter can be disassembled without removal from the air line.
1. Shut OFF inlet pressure. Reduce pressure in the inlet and outlet lines to zero.
2. To remove the bowl, push it into the body and turn counterclockwise.
3. Disassemble in accordance with the parts illustrated. Do not remove the
drains or the service indicators unless replacement is necessary. Remove
and replace only if they malfunction or if converting to automatic drain.
CLEANING
1. The element cannot be cleaned. Clean the plastic bowl with warm water
only. Do not submerge the service indicator in water. Clean the indicator
with a dry, clean cloth. Clean other parts with warm water and soap.
2. Rinse and dry parts. Blow out internal passages with clean, dry,
compressed air.
3. Replace any parts found to be damaged.
ASSEMBLY
1. Lubricate all o-rings, the portion of the manual drain body that contacts
the bowl, and the hole in the manual drain body that accommodates the
stem of the drain valve with o-ring grease.
2. Assemble the filter as shown on page 7. Arrows on the indicator and body
must point in same direction. Torque values are listed below.
3. Push the bowl into the body and turn fully clockwise.
Torque Settings
Part
Inch Pounds (N-m)
Screw (a)
15 to 20 (1.7 to 2.3)
Element
5 to 20 (0.5 to 2.3)
Screw (b)
25 to 35 (2.8 to 3.9)
Nut
20 to 25 (2.3 to 2.8)
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