
LubriMist
®
Model JD
Oil Mist Generating System
Installation and Operating Manual
Page 101 of 152
3. The OIL FLOW VALVE controls the oil mist density (oil/air ratio). Its normal position is fully closed. By
turning it counter-clockwise (opening the bypass) the mist density can be reduced when leaner density
oil mist is desired. It should not be opened more than three turns. Adjustments to the oil flow valve do
not affect oil mist pressure. The oil flow valve is located on the front of the mist generating head body.
Separate mist generating heads are provided for the main and the auxiliary oil mist generators.
4. The AIR BY-PASS VALVE controls mist pressure without affecting oil output. Its normal position is fully
closed, but by turning it counter clockwise more air will be added to the oil mist leaving the generator.
This essentially dilutes the oil / air ratio by adding more air. Without reducing the regulated air pressure
setting, adjusting the air by-pass valve increases mist pressure and reduces the oil/air ratio. Velocity of
mist through the distribution lines and reclassifiers will also increase when this valve is opened. The air
by-pass valve is located on the right of the mist generating head body. Separate mist generating heads
are provided for the main and the auxiliary oil mist generators.
NOTICE:
The oil / air ratio or mist density is reduced by opening the air by-pass
valve. However, oil output is not affected.
Air By-Pass Valve
Oil Flow Valve