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) O-Rings/Gaskets. 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) Filter Bags (if applicable). Inspect for tears or other damage. Filter tubes are considered “single- use” and should be replaced in between each production run and/or cleaning procedure. a. The locking latch clip should snap under the handle and hold the media ring firmly in place. If bent or fit is not firm, replace these parts. Remove and clean the strainer element at least once per shift. More frequent removal and cleaning may be required with heavier soils.
Troubleshooting Table 3: Troubleshooting Problems
Solutions
1. Lubricate the o-ring. 2. Damaged or bent element handle (replace).
3. Damaged element (replace). 4. Damaged housing (replace).
Element won’t fit into housing.
1. If the debris is smaller than the perforation size, then a new element insert with smaller openings will be required. 2. A different straining element (perforated, wedgewire) may be required. 3. If present, the filter bag may be damaged (replace). 4. The element may be damaged (replace). 5. The element o-ring may be damaged or missing (replace). 1. Strainer element size may be too small (use a larger element size). 2. The strainer is not cleaned out adequately during cleaning steps. 3. A dual strainer assembly may be required to switch between strainers and continue running while one strainer is being used (contact Sani-Matic for more information). 1. Ensure that all bolts are hand-tightened. If leakage is still occurring replace the cover o-ring. 2. Check the system temperature and pressure to ensure the pressure does not exceed the pressure ratings.
Particles are passing by the strainer.
Strainer is plugging frequently.
Leakage occurring at cover.
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