Miniature Filter Silencers FS Series ¼” – 1” MPT www.solbergmfg.com Note: Please read the maintenance instructions given by the OEM for the machinery first. The OEM's manual should be adhered to in order to protect the equipment. Solberg Manufacturing, Inc has made every effort to make sure that these instructions are accurate but is not responsible for any typos, slight variations or for human errors that may occur. Solberg Manufacturing, Inc., 1151 Ardmore Itasca, IL 60143 USA Ph: 630.773.1363 Fax: 630.
Maintenance Manual Miniature Filter Silencers FS Series ¼” – 1” MPT CONTENTS Section A Introduction ....................................................................................... pg. 3 Section B General Information 1. Identification of Solberg Filters .......................................... pg. 3 2. Filtration Rules of Thumb .................................................. pg. 4 3. Element Specifications. ..................................................... pg. 6 4. Element Cleaning .......
Section A INTRODUCTION The purpose of this manual is instruction on the proper assembly and care of Solberg inlet air filters. *WARNING* This manual must be read and thoroughly understood before using and caring for this air filter. Failure to comply could result in explosion, product/system contamination or personal injury. This manual should be used as a supplement to the user’s understanding of the proper care needed to maintain a safe and dependable air filter.
No. Filter Model Number Replacement Element Initial Delta P Readings 1 2 3 4 5 Table 1 The model number designates the filter type, the original element configuration and housing connection size. For example, the following part number identifies the filter as being a ‘FS’ design filter with a 04 element and ½” MPT connection size: FS – 04 – 050 Filter Type: 2G, QB, FS, F and FT Element Type: Size, Material, Prefilter, Micron Rating Connection Size and Type 2.
Rule of Thumb #1: Always begin with the filter cartridge requirements when sizing a filter. Once the appropriate element has been selected then move on to the housing requirements. Rule of Thumb #2: Always ask or specify a filter based on a micron rating with filtration efficiencies. As an example, stating a requirement for a 1-micron filter is misleading because no efficiency rating has been specified. A 1-micron filter at 95% efficiency may be less efficient than a 5-micron filter at 99% efficiency.
Rule of Thumb #4: Pressure drop is also caused by the dirt holding capacity of the element. As the element fills up with dirt, the pressure drop increases. It is important to document the pressure drop across a given filter when it is new and then clean or replace it when the pressure drop increases by 10” to 15” / 250280mm H2O over the original reading. Rule of Thumb #5: The inlet connection greatly influences the overall pressure drop of the filter system.
*WARNING* The overall performance of a filter element is altered once cleaned. The initial pressure drop after cleaning will be greater than the original, clean pressure drop of the element. After each subsequent cleaning, the initial pressure drop will continue to increase. Under all circumstances, the initial pressure drop of the element needs to be maintained at less than 20-inches water column (500mm WC).
Section C PROCEDURES 1. Installation. Figure C.1: Housing Terms A. Maximum operating temperature for most Solberg inlet air filter products is 220°F / 105°C. Temperatures in excess of this could cause damage to elements, media and elastomers. High temperature products are available. B. Direction of flow is typically from the outside of the element to the inside of the element. Most products have arrows indicating direction of flow on the inlet and outlet ports. C.
3. Removing element for service/maintenance. A. Miniature Filter Silencer elements, models FS-(04, 05, 06, 07, 10, or 11), should be free when housing tops are removed. Figure C.3.1: Element sitting in housing base. Figure C.3.2: Element B. Clean sealing surfaces of housing and element so that they are free of dirt or any other particulate. *WARNING* Failure to comply with these instructions may result in system or equipment contamination. 4. Securing Element.
B. FS-(04, 05, 06, 07, 10, or 11): Reassemble housing top to base by aligning tabs and turning into place. Figure C.5.1: Housing tab alignment in sealed position. 6. Equipment Startup. A. Be sure to read the instructions on installation or element replacement as listed above before starting equipment. *WARNING* If at any time the operator is unable to verify the integrity of the element or any housing feature, the factory or a regional representative should be contacted prior to start-up. B.
*WARNING* If the air flow is reversed through a Solberg filter unit, be sure to check the element and housing internals for damage. Failure to do so may result in damage to equipment. Section D MAINTENANCE RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Pressure drop readings are recommended to have an effective air filter. Always document initial pressure drop during start-up when element is clean. Replacement cartridge is needed when system experiences 10” to 15” / 250380mm H2O above drop above the initial reading.
1.) Element Miniature Filter Silencer Available Replacement Parts Page 12 Solberg Manufacturing, Inc., 1151 Ardmore Itasca, IL 60143 USA Ph: 630.773.1363 Fax: 630.773.0727 Email: sales@solbergmfg.com Web: www.solbergmfg.
Available Replacement Part by Product Number Product Number Element Type Replacement Part Number FS-04-025 Paper 04 FS-05-025 Polyester 05 FS-04-038 Paper 04 FS-05-038 Polyester 05 FS-06-038 Paper 06 FS-07-038 Polyester 07 FS-04-050 Paper 04 FS-05-050 Polyester 05 FS-06-050 Paper 06 FS-07-050 Polyester 07 FS-10-050 Paper 10 FS-11-050 Polyester 11 FS-06-075 Paper 06 FS-07-075 Polyester 07 FS-10-075 Paper 10 FS-11-075 Polyester 11 FS-10-100 Paper 10 FS-11-
