Piping
Caution
1. Unpacking the sealed package
Since the fi lter is sealed in an antistatic double bag, the inner
package should be unpacked in a clean atmosphere (such as
a clean room).
2. When piping, apply a wrench to the width across
fl ats of the connection port to prevent rotation.
3. Always tighten threads with the proper tightening
torque.
When attaching fi ttings to the product, tighten with the proper
tightening torque shown below.
4. Check the arrow mark on the case which shows the
fl ow direction to connect the IN and OUT ports
correctly.
If connected in reverse, the element could break.
Operating Environment
Warning
1. Do not operate under the conditions listed below
due to a risk of malfunction.
In locations containing corrosive gases, organic solvents, and
chemical solutions, or in locations in which these elements are
likely to adhere to the equipment
In locations in which sea water, water, or water steam could
come in contact with the equipment
In locations that are exposed to direct sunlight (Shield the
equipment from sunlight to prevent its resin material from
ultraviolet ray degradation or overheating.)
In locations that have a heat source and poor ventilation
(Shield the equipment from heat sources to protect it from
softening degradation due to radiated heat.)
In locations that are exposed to shocks and vibrations
In locations with high humidity or large amounts of dust
2. When the product is used for blowing, use caution
to prevent the work from being damaged by
entrained air from the surrounding area.
If compressed air is used for air blow, compressed air blowing
out from the blow nozzle may entrain foreign matter (solid
particles and liquid particles) fl oating in the ambient air,
blowing it against the workpieces and causing adhesion.
Therefore, suffi cient precautions must be taken about the
ambient environment.
Maintenance
Warning
1. Perform maintenance and inspection according to
the procedures indicated in the operation manual. If
handled improperly, malfunction or damage of
machinery and equipment may occur.
2. When removing the product, exhaust the air and
ensure the air is released to atmosphere before
removing it.
3. When the element comes to the end of its life,
immediately replace it with a new fi lter or
replacement element.
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Life of element
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The life of the element ends when either of the following two
conditions occurs.
1) After 1 year of usage has elapsed.
2) When the pressure drop reaches 0.1 MPa even though the
operating period has been less than 1 year
Material
Thread size Tightening torque [N·m]
Metal
1/4
12 to 14
3/8
22 to 24
Be sure to read this before handling the products. Refer to the back cover for safety instructions.
For air preparation equipment precautions, refer to the “Handling Precautions for SMC Products”
and the “Operation Manual” on the SMC website: https://www.smcworld.com
SFDA
Series
Specifi c Product Precautions 2
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