SHELCO FILTERS CSF Series Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual

SHELCO FILTERS - MODEL CSF
INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Models CSF-78, CSF-80, & CSF-90
W A R N I N G :
The filter must he protected from freezing to prevent crackinq
which would result in leakage.
MAXIMUM OPERATING PRESSURE
300 PSI (20.7 BAR) @ 200T (93X)
I N S T A L L A T I O N
A recommended installation is shown below with inlet, outlet, and bypass
valves to isolate the housing for ease of changing cartridges. Also
recommended is the installation of union couplings on either side of the
filter to facilitate installation and removal of the housing. Ensure that the
direction of flow indicated on the head is consistent with your process.
DO NOT INSTALL BACKWARDS. It is recommended that pressure
gauges be Installed in the inlet and outlet piping as an indicator of
remaining cartridge life.
PRESSURE UNION
G A U G E
U N I O N
F L O W I N
P R E S S U R E G A U G E
F L O W O U T
CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION OR REPLACEMENT (See exploded view on other side)
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Close inlet and outlet valves and open the bypass valve. Open drain and allow sump to drain.
Loosen the ring nut and slide it down the sump. Remove the sump from the head.
Check the shell gasket for damage. Replace if necessary.
Remove old cartridge and clean the inside of the sump. Insert the new cartridge, making sure it seats
properiy in the cup in the head. If a 226 type of cartridge is in use, ensure that the tabs are fully
engaged in th slots provided in the head.
Lubricate the gasket to prevent binding or pinching during installation.
Reassemble the sump to the head. Slide the ring nut up to the head and tighten until it is snug, then
another 1/8 to 1/4 turn. Do not overtighten. Close the drain at the bottom of the sump.
Open inlet and outlet valves and close the bypass valve. If a leak appears, close the inlet and outlet
and open the drain to relieve the pressure. Loosen the ring nut and repeat steps 5, 6, and 7 above to
adjust alignment and gasket seating. If the leak persists, check the gasket for damage and replace as
n e c e s s a r y .