AirCom F3000 Series Operating Manual


Operating Manual
1. Intended use
Compressed air filter for cleaning compressed air and gases.
The compressed air drawn in by the compressor contains countless fine dirt particles that
plug up openings when highly concentrated and at high speed and make movable parts
sluggish. When compressed air cools down, the dew point drops and larger amounts of
water are separated depending on the atmospheric conditions. The results are rusting
compressed air tools, pneumatic components and pipe systems. Fluids and contaminants
are separated from the compressed air by compressed air filters, guaranteeing a
low-maintenance operation of pneumatic devices. The choice of pore size of the filter
elements depends on what is required.
The compressed air filters of the series F3000 and FM are not suited by design for extracting fluids; they only filter
out solid particles.
The general function of a compressed air filter is described in the following film.
Animation film Compressed air filter
2. Information on the usage instructions
Every handling of the device is under the condition that these usage instructions are understood and followed. The
device is intended only for the application described.
2.1 Symbols
This symbol points out special information or mandatory or prohibited actions to prevent damage.
This information is good for work safety!
This symbol is placed next to important instructions, for observing regulations
or if there is a risk of material damage.
3. Safety
3.1 Safety information
Do not endanger yourself or others. Read the following
safety information before you install, operate or repair fixtures.
They serve to avoid danger to persons and the plant. The handling of technical
gases – in particular flammable, self-igniting or toxic gases – requires expertise, the observation of these usage
instructions and special safety measures. Additionally, any relevant regulations and guidelines must be observed.
(see 3.2) Use the fixtures only as intended (see section "Intended use"). The same is valid for the gas used with
them: Improper usage can damage the system or even lead to injuries which could be fatal.
Employ gas monitoring devices if you are handling dangerous gases. These monitoring products detect leaks and
warn personnel.
Wear respirator mask, safety goggles as well as safety gloves if you work with toxic gases and make sure there is
enough ventilation. Make sure that exhaust openings cannot be plugged up and that toxic gases can be exhausted
on fixtures and plants accordingly with venting valves. Some gases can displace oxygen from the air and cause
suffocation. Make sure you have good ventilation when using such gases. It is quite recommendable to install
detectors that emit an alarm in case of a lack of oxygen at the workplace.
Oils and greases must never be used on gas regulating systems. They can ignite easily and react violently with
Dok-Nr.: BA-F3000
F3000
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Created on 2025-05-09