Alpha Tool.Com.HK Limited FilterRegulator Mainfold User Manual

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Alpha® Filter/Regulator
Manifold System
Instruction Manual
MANUAL
Part No: 1030-0021 
Part No: 1030-0022
Part No: 1030-0023 
Part No: 1030-0024  

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ........................................................................................................ 3
  About the Symbols ................................................................................. 3
Installation and Maintenance for the Filter/Regulator Manifold Assembly ......... 4
 Tools Needed ......................................................................................... 5
Pre-Installation...

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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Alpha
® Filter/Regulator Manifold System, a system 
that helps eliminate potential issues caused by rust or contamination in the pipes 
or connectors feeding pneumatic tools.  To ensure correct use, read this Instruction 
Manual and the Instruction Manual for the pneumatic tool and follow the operating 
instructions.  Keep this manual in a place where operators can access it easily 
whenever necessary!
 ABOUT THE SYMBOLS
According to the hazard level, all...

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INSTALLATION AND MAINTENANCE FOR THE FILTER/
REGULATOR MANIFOLD ASSEMBLY
The F/R manifold system comes in two sizes with two choices of threads and 
is designed for installation at point of use.  The system consists of a connection 
adapter block, a Filter/Regulator with auto dump valve for condensation, a 3-port 
pressure relief valve, an anodized aluminum manifold with quick disconnect cou-
plers and plugs.
The Filter/Regulator will allow you to set the pressure to the tools at 85 to 90 PSI, 
while...

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(Fig.3)
Drop LegBall Valve
The assemblies come completely assembled using three modular clamps.  The two 
outer modular T-clamps are designed for mounting the unit to the wall, so the weight 
of the unit is not supported by the connection pipe and adapter. 
Note:    Although the units ship with the layout direction of left to right, if the 
environment warrants it, the Filter/Regulator assembly can be setup to 
use in the opposite direction (from right to left). See Page 8 for detailed 
instructions on...

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  CAUTION!
The weight of the unit should not be supported by the supply piping.
If your piping is mounted fl at against the wall, and you cannot connect directly to 
the supply line, use one of the following options to install the Alpha
® F/R Manifold 
Assembly.
 OPTION 1:  ALPHA® ADAPTER AIR HOSE ASSEMBLY
The Adapter Hose Assembly can be used to make the F/R Manifold Assembly 
easier to install. (See Fig. 4)
NOTE:  Adapter Hose Assembly is only available for Part No. 1030-0022 (53CFM) 
and 1030-0023...

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 OPTION 2:  ALPHA®  MOBILE AIR HOSE ASSEMBLY
The F/R Manifold assembly can be mounted 
directly onto your stone layout frames and/or 
closer to the point of use with an Alpha
® Mobile 
Air Hose Assembly (See Fig. 5).
NOTE:  Mobile Hose Assembly is only available 
for Part No. 1030-0022 (53CFM) and 1030-0023 
(106CFM) F/R Manifolds.
The Mobile Hose Assemblies are made of ½” Flexzilla hose with ½” NPT male 
swivel fi ttings on both ends and come in 15ft to 40ft lengths.
PART NODESCRIPTION CONNECTOR...

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Air Flow
(Left to Right) 6.  Place the Modular T-clamp onto the adapter block and align so it sits fl at 
against the wall.
7.  Level the Modular T-clamp and install a screw to support.  
8.  Check and make sure the rubber sealing ring is fl ush against the outsides. 
9.  Check and make sure the rest of the manifold assembly and clamps are 
fl ush to the wall.
10.  Install the remaining screws to secure the modular T-clamps.
11.  Connect to the air line. 
NOTE:  If using the Alpha® Adapter Hose Assembly,...

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1.  In order to mount the F/R Manifold on the LEFT side of the air drop line, you 
need to disassemble the unit and re-assemble. Using a 4mm or 5mm hex 
key, loosen up the hex bolts on the Modular Clamps (#2 and #4) which will 
allow you to remove all the components of the F/R Manifold.  (See Fig. 10)
 NOTE: 
1.  4mm hex required for the 3/8” Manifold Assembly               
2.  5mm hex required for the 1/2” Manifold Assembly
2.  After all components are de-
tached, line up all the components 
in the...

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CHANGING THE FILTER/REGULATOR TO A RIGHT TO LEFT 
CONFIGURATION
1.  Now that the Filter/Regulator Assembly has been changed to a RIGHT to LEFT 
confi guration, the pressure gauge needs to be removed and re-attached to the 
backside of the Filter/Regulator. 
2.  Remove the clear plastic cover by 
twisting it clockwise, remove the two 
screws securing the pressure gauge to 
the Filter/Regulator. (See Fig. 13)
3.  Remove the pressure gauge by pulling it 
out of the Filter/Regulator. (See Fig. 14)
4.  Turn...