AFs - Installation and operating manual
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Lubricate the O-ring and the sealing surfaces of the filter head and cartridge, use
multipurpose grease (SILICONE FREE).
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Fit the filter cartridge on the filter head simply by pressing, tightness is ensured by
one o-ring.
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Fit the filter bowl and tight it accurately.
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Filters must always be installed in a vertical position with sufficient space around. The
minimum distance (D in the technical data table) has to be assured under the filter
bowl, which is necessary for filter cartridge changing.
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Stick the adhesive label showing the month and year for the next filtering element
change (max. one year) on the filter bowl.
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Slowly pressurize the installation and check it for air leakage.
Models AFs 0946 to AFs 2406
The filter assembly and installation procedures are as follows:
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If provided, install the pressure drop indicator or the Differential Pressure Gauge
(optional) on the filter head.
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Connect the filter head to the compressed air piping and check that the airflow
corresponds to the direction of the arrow positioned on the filter head cap.
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Clean accurately the piping and the filter head outlets, remove any shaving, slaver or
scrap from tooling.
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Lubricate the O-ring and the sealing surfaces of the filter head and cartridge. Use
multi-purpose grease (SILICONE FREE).
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Fit the filter cartridge on the filter head centering the filter bottom hole with the
screwed rod. Tight the hexagonal nut and fix the element.
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Fit the filter bowl and tight it accurately.
•
Filters must always be installed in a vertical position with sufficient space around. The
minimum distance (D in the technical data table) has to be assured under the filter
bowl, which is necessary for filter cartridge changing.
•
Stick the adhesive label showing the month and year for the next filtering element
change (max. one year) on the filter bowl.
•
Slowly pressurize the installation and check for air leakage.
