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IOM 2596 Cast 10”–16” | Fabricated 10”-36” 10/2011
REV A.
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Eaton Filtration, LLC, 44 Apple Street, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724 | www.eaton.com/filtration | Phone: 732-212-4700
Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
Model 2596 Self-Cleaning Strainer
Cast 10” to 16” and Fabricated 10” to 36”
TABLE
OF
CONTENTS
Introduction
...................................................................... 1
Receiving, Handling, and Inspection ............................ 2
Storage ......................................................................... 2
Installation
........................................................................ 2
Start Up ........................................................................ 3
Operation ..................................................................... 4
Shut Down Periods ....................................................... 4
Standard Maintenance ................................................. 4
Standard Maintenance
..................................................... 4
Reducer Maintenance .................................................. 5
Manual Operation of Backwash Arm ........................... 6
Disassembly and Parts Replacement
............................... 6
Removal of Cover and Operating Mech. Assembly ...... 6
Reassembly of Cover and Operating Mech. Assembly . 6
Motor Replacement ..................................................... 7
Shaft Packing Replacement .......................................... 7
Replacement or Maintenance of Filter Element and
Backwashing Arm Bushing ........................................... 7
Reducer Replacement .................................................. 8
Removal of Orifice Plate ............................................... 8
Pilot Bushing and Housing Replacement...................... 8
Trouble Shooting
............................................................. 9
Recommended Spare Parts
.............................................. 9
idL™ Shaft Seal Replacement
......................................... 14
INTRODUCTION
The Eaton Model 2596 Self-Cleaning Strainers are devices
installed in a pipeline to remove dirt and other unwanted
debris from fluids. Straining is accomplished by directing the
fluid through sized openings in Durawedge®, perforated, or
mesh straining elements.
For additional information regarding Model 2596 Self-Cleaning
Strainer visit our website at eaton.com/filtration
Read all instructions prior to installing and operating the equipment.
Failure to comply with these instructions could result in bodily injury or property damage.