Solberg Replacement Filter Elements - Manual (Page 5)

Solberg Manufacturing, Inc., 1151 Ardmore Itasca, IL 60143 USA
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Element Cleaning
Some types of Solberg inlet filter elements can be cleaned and reused.
However, damage can occur to an element during cleaning so it is imperative
that care is taken during disassembly, cleaning and re-assembly. Damaged
elements can allow particulate bypass, which will damage rotating equipment.
A. Polyester Element: The polyester element may be washed in warm
soapy water, vacuumed, gently blown out or replaced. The element
should be dry before reinstallation.
B. Paper Element: The paper element may be lightly blown with low
pressure air. It is disposable and in most cases should be replaced with a
new element.
C. Polyurethane Prefilter: The prefilter may be washed as a sponge or
replaced to give the element a longer service life.
D. Epoxy Coated Wire Mesh and Stainless Steel Wire Mesh Elements:
Cleaning instructions similar to polyester, except mild solvents may be
used.
E. Activated Carbon Element: Not cleanable
F. Polypropylene Element: Cleaning instructions similar to polyester
G. Nomex Cloth Element: Cleaning instructions similar to polyester
If you are not confident that the integrity of the element was maintained during
cleaning, it is recommended that a new element be installed. Also, spare parts
such as gaskets, wingnuts and washers can be supplied upon request.
Removing element for service/maintenance.
A. Remove retaining hex head/wing-nut and washer carefully, and then
remove element. Some elements will have a top plate that should also be
removed.
B. Clean sealing surfaces of housing, top & base plates, and element
endcaps so that they are free of dirt or any other particulate.
*WARNING*
Failure to comply with these instructions
may result in system or pump contamination.
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