Regular and thorough cleaning of your separator assures maximum
operating efficiency. Here’s what you need to know:
OWNER’S
MAINTENANCE GUIDE
RLS SERIES
When to Clean Your Separator
It is time to clean your Rockford Lint Separator when you notice a gradual slow down of the fixtures that are draining to the
separator. By observing the amount of lint and solids that are captured and the frequency of use, the operator should be able
to establish a cleaning cycle. Whether once a week, or once a month. A thorough and regular cleaning each time will assure
maximum operating efficiency, and will extend the life of your separator.
How to Clean the Separator
1. Remove the cover attachment bolts, and remove the covers.
2. Remove any floating waste materials.
3. Remove all filter screens, and clean. DO NOT DISPOSE OF ANY WASTE INTO THE SEWER.
4. With the parts removed, scoop or pump out all remaining solids that have accumulated on the bottom of the unit.
5. Replace all parts. Call Rockford if your separator parts are in need of replacement. All parts are usually in stock and can be
shipped UPS.
6. Run enough water to the separator, to restore the trap seal.
7. Before replacing the cover, inspect the gasket. Rockford always has replacement gasket in stock.
8. Install cover, making sure all bolts are tightened evenly.
How to Replace the Gasket
1. Remove all gasket, from the underside of the cover and or from the top lip of the separator. Once removed and surface is
clean, cut the new gasket to approx. a .50" longer than needed.
2. Rockford RLS units. The gasket has a self-adhesive on one side. The adhesive side goes on the separators top lip.
Making sure to fill in corners tightly. Where the bolts come through the cover, you may pierce a hole in the gasket,
using a .50 hole punch, or similar type tool.
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