Klutch 48577, 48576, 48575 Owner's Manual
Filter Regulator and Lubricator
Owner’s Manual
Items #48577, #48576, #48575
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WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety
precautions may result in serious personal injury.
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Serial Number/Lot Date Code: ________________________________
Purchase Date: ____________________________________________
Save the receipt, warranty, and this manual. It is important that you read
the entire manual to become familiar with this product before you begin
using it.
This filter regulator and lubricator is designed for certain applications
only. Northern Tool & Equipment is not responsible for issues arising
from modification or improper use of this product such as an application
for which it was not designed. We strongly recommend that this product
not be modified and/or used for any application other than that for which
it was designed.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-222-5381.
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Table of Contents
Intended Use .......................................................................................................................................... 4
Technical Specifications ...................................................................................................................... 5
Important Safety Information ............................................................................................................... 6
Safety Labels ......................................................................................................................................... 7
Main Parts of Product ........................................................................................................................... 8
Assembly Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 13
Before Each Use .................................................................................................................................. 14
Operating Instructions ........................................................................................................................ 14
Troubleshooting .................................................................................................................................. 15
Maintenance Instructions ................................................................................................................... 17
Limited Warranty ................................................................................................................................. 19
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Intended Use
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The Klutch Filter Regulator and Lubricator is one of the most popular air preparation units. The
regulator and lubricator are assembled together to form a single unit.
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The air filter is used to separate dust, dirt, moisture, and other contaminants from compressed air.
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The filter has a die-cast aluminum body, polycarbonate bowl with a steel bowl guard, and a high
performance sintered bronze filtering element.
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Filter is designed with a Separator and Shield for efficient moisture separation. It is combined with
a Regulator which maintains a steady outlet pressure, unaffected by variations/fluctuations in the
inlet pressure.
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The Filter Regulator and Lubricator has a non-raising, press-to-lock adjusting knob for locking at
any set pressure. The Filter Regulator and Lubricator works on a diaphragm-operated, relieving
mechanism with pressure compensated by a balanced poppet.
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Air lubricators are used to feed lubricants to pneumatic equipment. These maintain a constant oil-
to-air density over a wide range of flow.
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The lubricator has fog/micro misting abilities, up to 50-foot pipe runs.
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The head is fitted with an oil drop indicator, an oil drop controller, and an oil filling plug.
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A 1/8” mechanical air pressure gauge is included.
WHY USE A FILTER?
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The air being supplied to the equipment may contain moisture, dust, dirt, or other foreign particles
which can damage the equipment. To prevent damage, install a filter before the equipment.
GENERAL SELECTION GUIDE FOR CHOOSING THE CORRECT FILTER BASED ON COMPRESSOR
SIZE
Compressor
Filters
HP
CFM
1HP
Up to 4 CFM
Miniature 1/4”
2 HP
Up to 9 CFM
Miniature 1/4”
3 HP
Up to 13 CFM
Miniature 1/4”
5 HP
Up to 22 CFM
Miniature 1/4”
10 HP
Up to 45 CFM
Intermediate 3/8”
15 HP
Up to 67 CFM
Intermediate 3/8”, Standard 1/2”
20 HP
Up to 90 CFM
Standard 1/2”
25 HP
Up to 112 CFM
Standard 1/2”
STANDARD CONFIGURATION
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40-micron filtering element.
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Press Manual Drain with Night Time Drain feature which automatically drains off the bowl once
the compressed air supply to the filter is switched off.
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WHY USE A REGULATOR?
Air regulators are used to provide a controlled and consistent air supply as required by different
pneumatic equipment. The knob can be used to adjust the air supply thus resulting in increasing or
decreasing the air pressure.
STANDARD CONFIGURATION
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Pressure adjustment range of 7 - 145 PSI (0.5 - 10 BAR)
OPTIONAL CONFIGURATION
Custom built include the following Pressure Adjustment ranges:
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3 - 28 PSI (0.2 - 2 BAR)
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3 - 58 PSI (0.2 - 4 BAR)
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8 - 100 PSI (0.5 - 7 BAR)
WHY USE A LUBRICATOR?
Air lubricators are used with air supply lines where the compressed air is required to be lubricated before
being supplied to the tool /equipment
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WETTED COMPONENTS
Aluminum, Bronze, Steel, Acetal, Polycarbonate, Stainless Steel & Nitrile, Brass
Technical Specifications
Part
No.
Port
Size
Flow Rate
(Max)**
Pressure
Gauge
Bowl
Size (Filter)
Bowl Size
(Lubricator)
Height
Width
CFM
LMP
Port Size
oz.
ml
oz.
ml
Inch
mm
In
mm
48577
1/4"
18
500
1/8"
0.3
9
0.68
20
6.69
170
7.87
200
48575
3/8"
71
2000
1/8"
1.08
32
1.93
57
8.66
220
9.84
250
48576
1/2"
106
3000
1/8"
1.5
44
5.17
152
11.0
280
12
305
Part Number
Port Size
Mechanical Pressure Gauge
48577
1/4"
✓
48575
3/8”
✓
48576
1/2”
✓
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Important Safety Information
⚠WARNING
• Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury
or property damage.
• The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or
situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be
aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner.
• Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the product until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of how it works.
• Do not modify this product in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or
safety and could affect the life of the product. There are specific applications for which the
product was designed.
• Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger
industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was designed. It will
be a safer experience and do the job better at the capacity for which it was intended. DO NOT
use this equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended.
• Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
⚠WARNING
WORK AREA SAFETY
• Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the product in confined work areas
may put you dangerously close to other cutting tools and rotating parts.
• Do not use the product where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the
presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The product can create sparks, which may ignite
the flammable liquids, gases, or dust.
• Do not allow the product to come into contact with an electrical source. The tool is not insulated
and contact will cause electrical shock.
• Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow
children to handle the product.
• Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your
work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury
and/or property damage if contacted.
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