A.      Summit recommends you back-flush the unit when you change the filter.  A complete draining and cleaning is recommended every two (2) years.

Q.    How often should I change the filter and where do I buy a replacement filter?

A.      For most lubricants, the filter needs to be changed every 9 – 12 months.  For polyglycols, the filter needs to be changed every 6 – 9 months.  Replacement filters are available from your Summit Distributor.

Q.    How do I know when my filter needs changing?

A.      There are three ways to know your filter needs changing:

1.      Water is coming out the “Oil Out” connection

2.      Take a small sample of water from the “Water Out” of the carbon filter.  If you can see an oil sheen on the top, the filter needs changing.

3.      Send a 6oz. sample from the filter once a quarter to Summit for a free analysis.

Q.     What is causing a mist to come out the top of my expansion chamber?

A.       The automatic drains are probably going off for too long a duration.  Drains should be set to go off for no longer than five (5) seconds with no greater than 125 psi.

Q.    I’ve just changed my filter and still getting oily water from the filter.  What is going on?

A.      New filters must be pre-flooded with clean water before attaching to the ConDePhase® Plus.  Without pre-flooding with clean water, the charcoal will tend to channel the condensate thru the filter without sufficient absorption time.

Q.    How do I dispose of the carbon filter?

A.  ConDePhase® filters are disposed of in the same manner as the air compressor separators and filters.  These are usually licensed companies approved for handling oily waste.