User manual WA KATES SOLVAIR MODEL 381

[. . . ] Solvair Model 381 - Installation & Operation Manual INSTALLATION Solvair is shipped fully assembled, ready for operation, with all parts in place. It is completely self contained, requires no outside source of power, no straight piping runs, and has three simple connections. For long lasting, maintenance free service, the fluid and gas should be filtered and free of dirt, scale, pipe sealing materials, and other particles. [. . . ] Fine tuning of needle valves may be necessary for desired results. BLT 304 - 01 CALIBRATION INSTRUCTIONS Calibration of the Solvair is comparable to tuning a carburetor on an engine. There are two needle valves that are adjusted to achieve the proper blend of Solvent and Air for optimum cleaning time and/or reduction of solvent usage. While tuning the Solvair we recommend that you count the number of turns and keep track of where each needle valve is set. Then turn counter-clockwise and count 1-1/2 rotations from the closed position. Turning the needle valves counter clockwise increases flow, clockwise will decrease flow. As you make adjustments to increase or decrease flow, you should concentrate on keeping the number of turns of each valve within ¼ turn of each other. If the needle valves are in dramatically different positions, the valve can get out of balance and perform erratically. As you approach the optimum settings, two phase flow will occur and small adjustments will make large changes in backpressure (outlet pressure) and overall flow. SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS · CAUTION: SHUT OFF ALL SUPPLY LINES AND MAKE SURE THAT THE SOLVAIR IS RELIEVED OF PRESSURE BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO SERVICE OR CLEAN. At no time should the Solvair be disassembled while installed in the piping system. It is to be serviced at the factory or in a clean room environment by trained personnel. The Solvair is a finely tuned piece of instrumentation and should be treated with great care. Do not remove any of the snap rings while the Solvair is installed in the piping system. To clean the unit, remove the unit from system and set up a clean area to work in. Remove retaining rings and needle valves (turn counter-clockwise to remove). Once all parts are removed, inspect for scratches or scoring on all parts and their respective mating surfaces. If the parts have any surface damage, return the unit to the factory for repair. [. . . ] This warranty does not apply to: (a) damage resulting from misuse or inadequate handling; (b) damage resulting from continued use after defect is apparent; (c) any other damage, loss or liability; or (d) any piece of equipment that is changed, modified or altered in any way after it leaves the factory. our factory, of any equipment found to have been defective at time of shipment with duplicate or similar equipment of equal performance rating, but such liability shall in no event exceed the contract price for said equipment. This warranty is voided for units damaged from particle contamination. BLT 304 - 01 [. . . ]