SpinMeister™ Configuration C SM Series 4” MPT, Flange 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.
Maintenance Manual SpinMeister™ Configuration D SM Series 4” MPT, Flange 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 an ‘SM4’ design filter with a 235 element including prefilter and 4” flange connection: SM4-235P-400F Filter Type: SM1.5, SM2, SM3, SM4 and SM6 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, 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.
4. Element Cleaning - Inlet Filtration Solberg elements should be cleaned or replaced, once the pressure drop reaches 15 to 20-inches water column (380 - 500mm WC) above the initial pressure drop of the installation. The decision to clean the element rather than replace it is left to the discretion of the operator. Any damage which results from by-pass or additional pressure drop created by element cleaning is the sole responsibility of the operator.
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.
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.
Lift Figure C.2.3: SpinMeister™ and clamp removal. B. Remove any material blocking the inlet opening on the SpinMeister™ and make sure that the rotor can move freely. Figure C.2.4: Inlet opening free of debris. Figure C.2.5: Internal rotor free of debris. Page 10 Solberg Manufacturing, Inc., 1151 Ardmore Itasca, IL 60143 USA Ph: 630.773.1363 Fax: 630.773.0727 Email: sales@solbergmfg.com Web: www.solbergmfg.
3. Securing SpinMeister™ to housing. A. Gently push the SpinMeister™ and clamp down on the housing inlet tube. Note: DO NOT push the SpinMeister™ down as far as it will go, doing so will damage the SpinMeister™! The inlet tube should not exceed top of the SpinMeister™ internal tube. Do not exceed this point! Figure C.3.1: Inlet tube and SpinMeister™ limit. B. Tighten hose clamp by using a flat head screwdriver or ratchet and rotating the screw clockwise. 4. Disconnecting canister top from canister base.
Lift Figure C.4.3: Housing top removal. 5. Removing element for service/maintenance. A. Carefully remove retaining wing-nut and washer over top plate, and then remove element. B. Clean sealing surfaces of housing, top plates and element end caps so that they are free of dirt or any other particulate. Figure C.5.1: Element top plate removal. Figure C.5.2: Element sitting in housing base. Figure C.5.3: Element with pre-filter and gaskets. Page 12 Solberg Manufacturing, Inc.
*WARNING* Failure to comply with these instructions may result in system or equipment contamination. 6. Securing Element. A. Place new or cleaned element evenly on base plate. Be sure element seats properly on base and there is no dirt or particulate present on sealing surfaces. With multiple element stacks place elements in line with base element and ensure elements seat properly. B. Place top plate on element by centering on tap bolt. C. Secure washer and wing-nut to top plate and tap bolt.
7. Securing canister top to canister base. A. Make sure all surfaces are free from dust and other particulate. B. Hemisphere O-ring must rest evenly along canister base O-ring groove, as shown in figure C.6.1. C. Replace cover. Secure wireform clips as shown in figure C.7.1. Figure C.7.1: Housing top and clip in secured position. 8. Equipment Startup. A. Be sure to read the instructions on installation or element replacement as listed above before starting equipment.
*WARNING* Failure to seat the element properly may result in contaminant by-pass resulting in damage to equipment. 2. Check element top plate or cover to make sure it is seated properly on element. 3. Check housing cover that it is installed correctly onto housing. 4. Be sure all fasteners and hardware have been tightened. *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.
1.) SpinMeister™ 2.) Housing Top 3.) Wing-nut 4.) Washer 5.) Element Top 6.) Element 7.) Prefilter 8.) O-Ring 9.) Wireform Clip SpinMeister™ Configuration C Available Replacement Parts Page 16 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 # Element** Prefilter Housing Top O-Ring Wireform Clip SM3-234P-XXX 234 9010800 203-1051010+01 9241510 5080110+36 SM4-234P-XXX 234 9010800 203-1051010+01 9241510 5080110+36 SM3-235P-XXX 235 9010800 203-1051010+01 9241510 5080110+36 SM4-235P-XXX 235 9010800 203-1051010+01 9241510 5080110+36 **Note: Even element numbers are Paper elements and odd element numbers are Polyester elements.
