3. Remove the bottom bowl by unscrewing it from the
head. A strap wrench may be needed.
4. Remove the element from the filter head with a
brisk downward pull, or by working the element
back and forth until it snaps free. Discard the ele-
ment in accordance with applicable regulations.
Used elements typically hold contaminants, such as
compressor lubricants and particulate matter.
Side view of coalescing filter
DXR Series Dryers (Bulletin 553)
Automatic Drain Valve Components
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Figure 6
Note: The element may be unsnapped by DP in
normal operation. This will not affect filtration,
as the O-ring on the element maintains a positive
seal.
5. Clean accumulated debris from the bowl with soap
and water, and dry thoroughly.
Lubricate the O-ring with a petroleum-based
lubricant compatible with your application.
6. Lightly lubricate the new element O-ring before in-
stalling the new element.
7. Insert new element, snapping it into place with a
firm push up into the head. The element will hang
from the head until the bowl is installed.
Lubricate the O-ring with a petroleum-based
lubricant compatible with your application.
8. Lightly lubricate the filter bowl O-ring.
CAUTION
CAUTION
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