Wilkerson F43 - Manual

Installation & Service Instructions
83-716-000
Filter Model F43
with Variations and Accessories
ISSUED: February, 2007
Supersedes: October, 1996
Doc. #83716000, EN# 061219, Rev. 2
Richland, MI 49083 Tel: (269) 629-5000
Bowl guards are recommended for added protection of polycarbonate bowls
where chemical attack may occasionally occur.
! WARNING
To avoid polycarbonate bowl rupture that can cause personal injury or
property damage, do not exceed bowl pressure or temperature ratings.
Polycarbonate bowls have a 150 PSIG pressure rating and a maximum
temperature rating of 125°F.
WARNING
To avoid unpredictable system behavior that can cause personal injury
and property damage:
• Disconnect electrical supply (when necessary) before installation,
servicing, or conversion.
• Disconnect air supply and depressurize all air lines connected to this
product before installation, servicing, or conversion.
• Operate within the manufacturer’s specified pressure, temperature,
and other conditions listed in these instructions.
• Medium must be moisture-free if ambient temperature is below
freezing.
• Service according to procedures listed in these instructions.
• Installation, service, and conversion of these products must be
performed by knowledgeable personnel who understand how
pneumatic products are to be applied.
• After installation, servicing, or conversion, air and electrical supplies
(when necessary) should be connected and the product tested for
proper function and leakage. If audible leakage is present, or the
product does not operate properly, do not put into use.
• Warnings and specifications on the product should not be covered by
paint, etc. If masking is not possible, contact your local representative
for replacement labels.
WARNING
FAILURE OR IMPROPER SELECTION OR IMPROPER USE OF THE
PRODUCTS AND/OR SYSTEMS DESCRIBED HEREIN OR RELATED
ITEMS CAN CAUSE DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND PROPERTY
DAMAGE.
This document and other information from The Company, its subsidiaries
and authorized distributors provide product and/or system options for further
investigation by users having technical expertise. It is important that you
analyze all aspects of your application, including consequences of any failure
and review the information concerning the product or systems in the current
product catalog. Due to the variety of operating conditions and applications for
these products or systems, the user, through its own analysis and testing, is
solely responsible for making the final selection of the products and systems
and assuring that all performance, safety and warning requirements of the
application are met.
The products described herein, including without limitation, product features,
specifications, designs, availability and pricing, are subject to change by The
Company and its subsidiaries at any time without notice.
EXTRA COPIES OF THESE INSTRUCTIONS ARE AVAILABLE FOR
INCLUSION IN EQUIPMENT / MAINTENANCE MANUALS THAT UTILIZE
THESE PRODUCTS. CONTACT YOUR LOCAL REPRESENTATIVE.
!
!
! CAUTION
Polycarbonate bowls and sight domes, being transparent and tough, are
ideal for use with Filters and Lubricators. They are suitable for use in normal
industrial environments, but should not be located in areas where they could
be subjected to direct sunlight, an impact blow, nor temperatures outside of
the rated range. As with most plastics, some chemicals can cause damage.
Polycarbonate bowls and sight domes should not be exposed to chlorinated
hydrocarbons, ketones, esters and certain alcohols. They should not be used
in air systems where compressors are lubricated with fire-resistant fluids
such as phosphate ester and diester types.
Metal bowls are recommended where ambient and/or media conditions are
not compatible with polycarbonate bowls. Metal bowls resist the action of
most such solvents, but should not be used where strong acids or bases
are present or in salt laden atmospheres. Consult the factory for specific
recommendations where these conditions exist.
TO CLEAN POLYCARBONATE BOWLS USE MILD SOAP AND WATER
ONLY! DO NOT use cleansing agents such as acetone, benzene, carbon
tetrachloride, gasoline, toluene, etc., which are damaging to this plastic.
Safety Guide
For more complete information on recommended application guidelines, see the
Safety Guide section of Pneumatic Division catalogs or you can download the
Pneumatic Division Safety Guide at: www.wilkersoncorp.com
INSTALLATION
1. Refer to WARNINGS and CAUTIONS.
2. Purge downstream air line of oil.
3. Install the unit with the air flowing in the direction indicated by the
arrow on the body and / or the DP2 indicator.
4. The drain line connection is dependent on the type of drain that is
selected. The internal auto float drain has a 3/8" male connection. The
external drains require the 1/2" NPT or (BSP) drain plate and a 1/2"
NPT or (BSP) pipe nipple to connect the drain to the filter. The X01,
X02 and XB3 series of drains have a 1/8" NPT (BSP) female port to
connect a drain line to pipe away contaminants.
5. Maximum inlet pressure and operating temperature ratings are: units
with DP2 150 psig (10,3 bar) 150°F (66°C); units without DP2: 300
psig (20 bar) 150°F (66°C).
MAINTENANCE
1. TO CLEAN OR REPLACE FILTER ELEMENT: Shut off air supply
andreduce pressure in the unit to zero, remove the 8 screws from the
filterhousing, unscrew the filter support and remove filter element.
a. IF THE UNIT HAS A RIGID FILTER ELEMENT: remove and
clean period-ically by tapping on a hard surface, and blowing off
with air blow gun.Torque element support to 8 ±1 FT.-LB. when
replacing element. Element should be cleaned/replaced when
the DP2 pressure indicator iscompletely red or when the DP3
reads 7 psi (0,5 bar).
2. IF THE UNIT HAS A MANUAL DRAIN, DRAIN THE UNIT ONCE
EVERY 8 HOURS MINIMUM. If the unit is equipped with an external
automaticdrain clean the screen on top of the drain. Clean screen by
blowing it offwith an air blow gun.
3. When the bowl becomes dirty, clean by wiping with dry, clean
cloth.
4. Before placing the unit in service, make sure that the bowl is properly
reinstalled, and securely bolted in place using the noted torque
specifications.