Installation and operating

manual
AAFs silicon free compressed air filter

Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the filter into the service.
Trouble-free and safe operating of the filter can only be guaranteed if recommendations and
conditions stated in this manual are respected.
 Components

Part
1 Pressure drop indicator (optional)
2 2 Screw
3 Flat seal
4 Head cover
3 5 Filter head
6 O-ring seal
7 Filter or cyclone element
4 8 Condensate drain (optional)
9 Filter bowl
* Filter housing size 0006 - 0016 does not contain
the components: 1, 2, 3, 4, 8.

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 Technical data
FILTER PIPE SIZE FILTER FLOW CAPACITY DIMENSIONS [mm] VOLUME WEIGHT
HOUSING [inch] ELEMENT [Nm3/h] [scfm] A B C D [l] [kg]
AAFs 0006 1/8 03528 10 6 105 55 14 50 0,07 0,23
AAFs 0016 1/4 05528 18 11 125 55 14 70 0,09 0,24
AAFs 0026 1/4 03844 25 15 145 73 18 50 0,22 0,42
AAFs 0036 3/8 03844 30 18 145 73 18 50 0,22 0,42
AAFs 0046 1/4 06050 35 22 189 88 32 60 0,44 0,72
AAFs 0056 3/8 06050 60 35 189 88 32 60 0,45 0,71
AAFs 0076 1/2 07050 78 46 189 88 32 80 0,45 0,70
AAFs 0106 3/4 14050 120 70 257 88 32 150 0,64 0,78
AAFs 0186 1 12075 198 116 261 125 37 160 1,4 1,9
AAFs 0306 1 22075 335 197 361 125 37 250 2,0 2,3
AAFs 0476 1 1/2 32075 510 300 461 125 37 350 2,6 2,5
AAFs 0706 1 1/2 50075 780 459 641 125 37 530 3,6 3,2
Flow capacity at 7 bar(g), 20°C

B
Operating temperature 1,5 - 65 °C 35 - 149 °F
Operating pressure 0 - 16 bar(g) 0 - 232 psi

C
MATERIALS
Housing material Aluminium
Fittings, Screws Brass, Brass-zinc plated, Steel

A
Cover ABS
Sealing NBR (silicone free)
Corrosion protection Electrophoretic Coating (KTL)
Outside protection Powder paint coated (Epoxi-polyester base)
Lubricant /
G 1/2"
CORRECTION FACTORS
To calculate the correct capacity of a given filter based on actual operating conditions,
D

multiply the nominal flow capacity by the appropriate correction factor(s).

CORRECTED CAPACITY = NOMINAL FLOW CAPACITY x COP

[bar] 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
[psi] 29 44 58 72 87 100 115 130 145 160 174 189 203 218 232
COP 0,38 0,5 0,63 0,75 0,88 1 1,13 1,25 1,38 1,50 1,63 1,75 1,88 2,00 2,13

PRESSURE EQUIPMENT DIRECTIVE PED 2014/68/EU (Fluid group 2)

AAFs 0006 - AAFs 0476 Not required
AAFs 0706 Category 1, Module A

There is a Technical datasheet available for additional technical specifications, contact manufacturer.

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 Safety instructions

The relevant safety at work and accident prevention

regulations, plus operating instructions, shall apply for
operating the filter. The filter has been constructed in
accordance with the generally recognized rules of
engineering. It complies with the requirements of directive 2014/68/EU concerning pressure
equipment.

Ensure that installation complies with local laws for operation and routine testing of
pressure equipment at the place of installation.

The Operator/user of the filter should make himself familiar with the function, installation,
and start-up of the unit. All the safety information is always intended to ensure your
personal safety.

• Do not exceed the max. Operating pressure or operating temperature range

(see data label).
• The permissible working temperatures and pressures for ad-on parts and
filter elements are given under Technical data for those ad-ons. Maximum
temperature and pressure for the assembled system are the lowest of any
individual part.
• It is necessary to ensure that the unit is equipped with the corresponding
safety and test devices to prevent the permissible operating parameters from
being exceeded.
• The filter has been designed for primarily static pressure. Rapid changes of
pressure are not allowed.
• Ensure that the filter is not subject to vibrations that could cause fatigue
fractures.
• The filter is not to be subjected to mechanical stresses.
• The medium used may not have any corrosive components that could attack
the materials of the filter in a way that is not permitted. Do not use the filter
in hazardous areas with potentially explosive atmospheres.
• All installation and maintenance work on the filter may only be carried out by
trained and experienced specialists.
• It is forbidden to carry out any kind of work on the filter and piping, including
welding and constructional changes, etc.
• A pressure gauge, which shows the operational pressure, must be installed in
the unit, respectively, in the pipeline.
• Depressurize the system before carrying out the installation work.
• The unit must be installed vertically in the piping.
• Ensure that filter is installed without any stress.
• Use original spare parts only.
• Use the device for the appropriate purpose only.

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Appropriate use
AAFs series filters are designed for high efficient removal of solid particles, water,
oil aerosols, hydrocarbons, odour and vapours from compressed air systems. This
appliance must be used only for the purpose for which it was specifically
designed. All other uses are to be considered incorrect.

Specifically:

• The filter is not intended for human breathing without proper additional
equipment.
• The filter can only be used for “GROUPE 2” fluids (PED 2014/68/EU).
• The filter can not be used for explosive, toxic, flammable, corrosive and
“GROUPE 1” fluids (PED 2014/68/EU).

Warning: internal corrosion can seriously reduce the safety of installation: check it while
changing the cartridge.

The manufacturer will under no circumstances be responsible for any damage resulting from
improper, incorrect or unreasonable use.

Use genuine spare parts only. Any damage or malfunction caused by the use of ungenuine
parts is not covered by Warranty or Product Liability.

The filter and filter elements must be stored indoors in a dry place. Store them in original
packing until they are used.

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 Installation

Operations should be performed only by qualified personnel. Never operate with installation
under pressure. The user is responsible for ensuring that the filter will never operate at a
pressure exceeding the nominal values. Eventual over-pressure could be dangerous and
hazardous to the operator and the equipment.

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The filter assembly and installation procedures are as follows:

• Depressurize the system before carrying out the installation work.

• Connect the filter head to the compressed air piping and check that the airflow
corresponds to the direction of the arrow positioned on the filter head cap.
• Lubricate the O-ring and the sealing surfaces of the filter head and cartridge use
silicone-free grease.
• Fit the filter cartridge on the filter head simply by pressing. Tightness is ensured by
one o-ring (silicone free).
• Fit the filter bowl and tight it accurately.
• Filters must always be installed in a vertical position with sufficient space around. The
minimum distance (D in the technical data table) has to be assured under the filter
bowl, which is necessary for filter cartridge change.
• Stick the adhesive label showing the month and year for the next filtering element
change (max. one year) on the filter bowl.
• Slowly pressurize the installation and check it for air leakage.
• Ensure that filter is not be subjected to mechanical stress.

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 Changing the filter element

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Maintenance
Hazard due to a sudden release of pressure!
Never remove any parts of the filter for as long as the filter is still pressurized!
Depressurize the filter before carrying out any work on the filter.

Filter elements are subject to wear. In order to maintain system efficiency, optimal
performance and best air quality, these rules of proper maintenance should be followed:

• If installed, regularly check pressure drop indicator to ensure filter element is not
saturated and pressure drop is within acceptable limits
• If installed, ensure a trouble-free operation of the condensate drain.
• Replace filter elements, as stated in the filter element product data sheet.
• Never use unsuitable tools to open and close the filter housings.
• The housing O-ring can be damaged during filter element change. To prevent air
leakage and malfunction, replace the housing O-ring if necessary for the
replacement contact manufacturer.
• Damaged components are to be replaced by new ones. If a marked degree of
damage is found, the entire filter is to be replaced.
• The Filter has been designed for a life of 10 years in a normal operating
environment. After ten years, periodical checks of filter integrity are strongly
recommended for safe operation.
• Slowly apply pressure and carry out a check for leaks once the maintenance work
has been finished.

Disposing of filter elements:

The filter element or cartridge might be contaminated by the filtered substances. Heed the
notes on hazardous substances for the filtered gas and appropriate disposal regulations
when disposing.

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 Warranty exclusion

The guarantee shall be void if:

• The operating instructions were not followed with respect to initial commissioning
and maintenance.
• The unit was not operated properly and appropriately.
• The unit was operated when it was clearly defective.
• If unauthorized or unqualified persons work with or on the filter
• Non-original spare parts or replacement parts were used.
• The unit was not operated within the permissible technical parameters.
• Unauthorised constructional changes were made to the unit or if parts of the unit
that may not be opened were dismantled.
• The filter and filter elements did not be store indoors and in a dry place.
• If the operator damaged the O-ring during the replacement of the filter elements and
do not replace it.

OMEGA AIR d.o.o. Ljubljana

Cesta Dolomitskega odreda 10
SI-1000 Ljubljana, Slovenia
Tel.: +386 (0)1 200 68 00
Fax.: +386 (0)1 200 68 50
E-mail: info@omega-air.si
www.omega-air.si

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