Ergon 60800N, Operator'S & Parts Manual

Page: 33 / 78

Crack-Vac Model 100G Manual
Chapter 5 Operating Instructions
©2020 by Crafco, Inc. All Rights Reserved Operating Instructions 5-11
Step Action
1
To remove and clean the filter, loosen the 4 securing nuts on the lid of the filter
housing and rotate the nut assembly out of the way and open the lid. See
Figure
5-4 Filter Housing Cutaway
2 Remove the wing nut and sealing washer that hold the filter cover in place and
remove the cover.
WARNING
A dust mask must be worn when servicing the cartridge filter.
3 Remove the cartridge filter from the housing and inspect for damage.
CAUTION
If the filter is showing signs of damage; torn or missing seals, holes or tears in the
filter media, bent or damaged end caps and or protective steel mesh, then the filter
must be replaced. Operating the machine with a damaged filter will damage the
blower and void the warranty.
4 Vacuum or gently shake the cartridge filter to remove excess dust. The filter can
also be rolled back and forth on a flat, smooth clean surface to remove excess dust.
Care should be taken to not damage the filter. If a vacuum is to be used, use a
standard shop vacuum cleaner with an attachment that has brushes on the end to
prevent damaging the filter media.
CAUTION
DO NOT bang or beat the filter on the ground or against any other object. Doing so
will damage the filter.
5 Using compressed air (30 psi max), blow through the pleats on the filter element
from the inside out to prevent blinding the media.
Note: This step can be skipped if there is a concern about blowing dust into the air
or regulations prevent it, however, cleaning won’t be as effective.
6 Wash the filter element gently with water using a standard garden hose (40 psi
max). Start by washing from the inside out, then washing the outside.
7 Blow excess water off using compressed air (30 psi maximum), both inside and out.
8 Dry the filter in a warm dry area for a minimum of 12 hours before returning the filter
to system use. A longer dry time may be necessary depending on temperature and
humidity.
Note: It is suggested that a second filter be purchased if there is not enough time to
allow the filter to dry before operating the vacuum again.
CAUTION
Protect cartridge filter from dirt and/or contaminants during the drying process.
Table 5-11 Main Cartridge Filter (continued)