CLEANING PROCEDURE FOR “DIESELYTIC SX” EXHAUST GAS PURIFIERS:
If the exhaust backpressure restriction measurement increases significantly over time the exhaust purifier core may require cleaning of accumulated diesel carbon. In typical use the Exhaust Gas Purifier will require regular cleaning every six months or 2000 hours of operations.
THE FOLLOWING BASIC PURIFIER CLEANING PROCEDURES ARE APPROVED FOR USER:
PROCEDURE “A”:
To clean light accumulations of diesel carbon deposits simply use a compressed air stream with a peak nozzle pressure of approximately 80 to 90 PSI. Use a rubber tipped nozzle and apply the airflow directly to the faces of the purifier core. It is advisable to wear an approved high quality dustmask or respirator (such as the Norton Model 100 ore Siebe North Model 7700) and perform the cleaning procedure in a well ventilated area. Initially blow the compressed air into each cell of the purifier core inlet face until the face is clean. Clean the purifier core exit face.
PROCEDURE “B”:
To clean heavy accumulations of diesel carbon deposits put the purifier core into an oven capable of achieving a temperature of 1050° F (565° C). Use an air atmosphere and allow the purifier core to maintain this temperature for a period of 2 to 3 hours. Usually a ceramic kiln or heat treating oven (with temperature controls) will be suitable for this cleaning procedure.
PROCEDURE “C”:
An alternate method of cleaning heavy accumulations of diesel carbon deposits is to manually use solvents, compressed air and brushes. Firstly the inlet face of the purifier core is brushed clean with a nylon bristle paint brush or old toothbrush. Following inlet face brushing, compressed air is blown into the outlet face of the purifier. Repeat these steps until the purifier inlet face is clean. Completely submerge the purifier core into a can of super concentrated “gunk” brand cleaning solution for 1 hour. Remove the purifier core and place in hot water for one hour to ensure that there is no “gunk” solution left in the purifier core. Air dry the purifier core with compressed air to ensure the core is dry. Reinstall the purifier into the engine exhaust system.
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