Maintenance During normal disassembly, cleaning, and reassembly, inspect the key areas of the strainer that may require maintenance: 1) Soil. Inspect for soil particulates or foreign matter caught in the element. Remove as necessary. 2) Tri-Clamp Gaskets / O-Rings. Inspect for cuts, abrasions, tears, holes, deformity, or other visible damage. Replace as necessary or no longer than a recommended annual basis. 3) Element. Check for bent components, abnormal holes, or other wear and tear or damage. Replace as necessary. 4) Mesh Overlay (if applicable). Inspect for tears or other damage. Replace as necessary or no longer than a recommended monthly basis. Higher mesh sizes (finer mesh) may require more frequent replacement.
Troubleshooting Table 4: Troubleshooting Problems
Solutions
1. Check Cv data to make sure the correct ALB strainer size was selected. Ensure that correction factors were used to account for viscosity differences between water and product being strained. 2. Disassemble the ALB strainer and check if the element is fouled with particulates. Typically, at 80% fouled, the pressure drop begins to increase. 1. Ensure correct size element and mesh were selected depending on the particulate size. 2. Inspect strainer element and check for damage to mesh. Ensure all o-rings are in place. Ensure the end cap is staying in place. 3. Damaged mesh underlay. Replace with new. 1. Ensure End Cap X-Ring is installed. 2. Ensure no damage to element where end cap is installed. 3. Ensure no damage to X-Ring or End Cap – if so, replace.
Pressure drop is too high
Particulates are passing through strainer
End Cap Feels Loose
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