SY-KLONE POWERED PRECLEANER XLR Service manual

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How It Works:
In this manual:
•Page 1: How It Works
•Page 2: Important Mounting
Considerations
•Page 3: Mounting
•Page 3: Plumbing The XLR
•Page 4: Outlet Orientation
•Page 4: XLR Restriction Gauge
•Page 4: Inspecting The XLR Installation
•Page 5: Filter Removal/Reinstallation
•Page 5: Field Service Parts
•Page 6: Filter Replacement
•Page 6: Technical Support
SERVICE&INSTALLATION
Standard Motor (Brushless or Brushed) Systems
Compact Motor (Brushed) Systems
StandardLength
StandardLength
ExtendedLength
ExtendedLength

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IMPORTANT MOUNTING CONSIDERATIONS
The XLR is a powered precleaner and must be installed prior to the engine filter housing.
The XLR should be mounted externally to the engine compartment.
Under hood installations are not recommended. Fresh air to the XLR inlet is necessary and ejected debris can fill
engine compartment.
Avoid mounting the unit in high heat areas.
When XLR is mounted on a different vibration plane than the engine filter housing, a soft connection must be
used.
When using flex hose, take care to protect the flex hose from potential wear points.
When plumbing with rigid piping, you must use a soft connection such as a flex hose or rubber adaptation
between the XLR unit and the rigid piping to prevent mechanical stress of the XLR outlet tube.
The mounting location should be selected to require the shortest amount of plumbing with as few bends as
possible.
Leave adequate roomto releasefilter latchesand remove prefilter fromthe prefilter housing.The standard length unit
requiresapproximately 6.25 Inches (159mm) of clearance to service filter. The extended length unit requiresapproximately
12.25 Inches (311mm) of clearance to service filter.
The XLR outlet can be rotated every 10 degrees.
The XLR ejection ports can be rotated 360 degrees. Release prefilter latches prior to rotation then re-secure.
Use a single XLR system for airflows up to 350 CFM (9.9 m3/min).
For higher engine air flows multiple units can be combined. Use two XLR systems for airflows up to 700 CFM (19.8
m3/min). Use three XLR systems for airflows up to 1050 CFM (29.7 m3/min).
The XLR system can be mounted in a variety of locations and orientations, as long as the ejection slots are oriented in a
fashion that water can NOT fall/run into the filter housing.
The XLR unit ejects debris at ahigh rate. Make sure the ejection slots are pointed away from any surface and away
from the operator’s field of vision.
Consider operator visibility when choosing the XLR system mounting location.
It is not recommended to mount the XLR vertically, with the inlet down, and the rain cap should not be used as it
could retain debris and moisture in this orientation. Debris can enter outlet when filter is removed.
Care should be taken to prevent high pressure water or air from entering the XLR ejection slots during cleaning.

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1. Turn off master power switch.
2. Clean the factory intake and engine filter housing
following the manufacturer’s approved methods
after installing the XLR system.
3. Replace engine primary filter, and safety filter as
necessary.
4. Routethe clean filtered air provided by the XLR
system into the engine filter housing. Note: Do not
remove the factory installed filters.
5. XLR installation kitsare available and provide a
universal flange adapter that can be used to create a
port into the engine compartment.
6. If using the universal flange adapter, the port hole
should be slightly larger than the adapter’s tubing.
7. “T” adapters, “Y” adapters, or plenums can be used
to combine multiple XLR systems.
8. Routing the hose or tubing:
a. 3” or 4” plumbing should be used for single
system installations.
b. Use 6” or larger hose for dual installations.
c. Use 7” or larger hose for triple installations.
d. Excessive length and bends in the routing adds
restriction; keeps length and bends to a minimum.
Note: Maximum plumbing length 6ft (1.8m).
e. Avoid high heat areas, routing across
walkways, tight bends, and reducing
operator visibility.
f. Secure plumbing as routed.
9. Use metal band clamps on all connections.
InstallationGuidelines
1. Turn off master power switch.
2. Consider the routing and destination of the plumbing
when determining the mounting location for the XLR
system. (See Plumbing The XLR)
3. The XLR system can be mounted in a variety
of locations and orientations. (See Important
Mounting Considerations)
4. A mounting plate is available through Sy-Klone.
Universal mounting plate: REC0157.
5. The standard XLR system has 4 mounting holes. The
extended XLR system has 6 mounting holes. The
mounts will accommodate up to ½-inch (up to
12mm) mounting hardware. Note: Torque 36.9 to
40.6 ft-lbs (50 to 55 Nm).
Mounting:
Plumbing The XLR:
Engine Compartment
Filter
Housing
Engine
XLR
Plenum
Engine Compartment
Filter
Housing
Engine
XLR XLR

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1. The machine should be off.
2. Finding proper power is critical for system
performance.
a. The unit must receive power when the ignition
key is in the on position.
b. The power must terminate when the ignition key
is in the off position.
c. Do not wire the unit to a variable voltage source.
d. An appropriate relay can be used to provide
suitable power from a non-terminating constant
source.
e. A master system relay or ignition switch can be a
good source of constant power.
f. The source power must provide sufficient current.
3. The current requirement for the 12 volt unit is 12
amps constant.
4. The current requirement for the 24 volt unit is 6
amps constant.
5. The XLR system must be fused inline. Use a 15 amp
blade fuse for 12 volt units. Use a 7.5 amp blade fuse
for 24 volt units.
6. Ensure the input voltage correlates to the 12 or 24
volt unit being installed.
7. Use 16 GA or larger wire for the system.
a. Black wire = neutral (negative) and red wire OR
white wire with red trace = (positive)
b. Incorrect electrical connection will reverse motor
polarity and the XLR will not function correctly.
8. Finding a good ground is also critical to the units
performance. Use an existing grounding point if
possible. If not, grind a small area to bare metal and
use a self-tapping screw to ground the system.
9. Route the wiring, avoiding high heat areas, routing
across walkways, and reducing operator visibility.
10. Use wire loom and grommets as necessary to
protect wiring.
11. Secure wiring as routed.
The XLR outlet can be rotated every 10 degrees identified with location marks on body clamps.
Wiring:
Outlet Orientation:
1. Release prefilter latches, see prefilter removal page 5.
2. Remove XLR prefilter.
3. Loosen or remove two 10mm bolts from one side of
each body clamp.
4. Rotate outlet every 10 degrees. Note. Align arrow
with body clamp alignment marks.
5. Reinstall and tighten body clamp bolts to 17.7 to
35.4 in.lbs (2 to 4 Nm).
6. Reinstall filter.
Inspecting the XLR Installation:
1. Turn the master power switch ON to inspect the
system. Note: If the system powers on while the
ignition key is off, an alternate power source must be
located.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position and inspect
the following:
a. System is running. If not, an alternate power
source must be located.
b. Airflow out of XLRsystem ejection ports is strong.
c. Fan rotation is counter clockwise when viewed
through the inlet.
XLR Restriction Gauge Port:
The engine restriction gauge can be left in the factory location. The XLR outlet has a 1/8 NPT port that can be used for restriction gauge
installation. The XLR gauge port must be plugged when not in use.

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XLR POWERED PRECLEANER® Field Service Parts:
STANDARD LENGTH
EXTENDED LENGTH
FEFF116
EngineFilter
FEFF117
EngineFilter
RIC0901
Rain Cap & Worm
GearClamp
Standard
MotorAssembly
RIC0902 12-VoltBrushed
RIC0903 24-VoltBrushed
RIC0904 12-VoltBrushless
RIC0905 24-VoltBrushless
Standard
MotorAssembly
RIC0902 12-VoltBrushed
RIC0903 24-VoltBrushed
RIC0904 12-VoltBrushless
RIC0905 24-VoltBrushless
RIC0911
Inlet Screen for
StandardMotor
RIC0908 (x2)
ClampAssembly includes
Upper & Lower Clamp Halves,
Base & Hardware
RIC0911
Inlet Screen for
StandardMotor
RIC0908 (x3)
ClampAssembly includes
Upper & Lower Clamp Halves,
Base & Hardware
RIC0909
FilterHousing
with Filter Clips
RIC0909
FilterHousingBody
with Filter Clips
RIC0910
FilterHousing
Extension
OutletHousing
RIC0912 3-inch
RIC0913 4-inch
RIC0901
Rain Cap & Worm
GearClamp
CompactBrushed Motor
Assembly with Inlet Screen
RIC0919 12-Volt
RIC0920 24-Volt
CompactBrushed Motor
Assembly with Inlet Screen
RIC0919 12-Volt
RIC0920 24-Volt
RIC0921
CompactMotor
Rain Cap
RIC0921
CompactMotor
Rain Cap
RIC0915 WiringKit
REC0157 MountingPlate
KT0014 XLR 4-inchInstallationKit
RIC0918 HeavyDebrisScreen
(for Standard Motoronly)
RIC0701 XLRFlange Mount
OutletHousing
RIC0912 3-inch
RIC0913 4-inch

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1. Work in a clean covered area to reduce intake
exposure to harmful particles.
2. Wear appropriate personal protection equipment
such as gloves, mask, and coverall to protect
against contaminants.
3. The machine should be off.
4. Inspect the XLR system for any damage.
5. Release the 4 prefilter latches that retain the
prefilter element noting the orientation of the
ejection ports.
6. Remove the XLR prefilter element .
7. Bag and seal used prefilter element and dispose of
according to local regulation.
8. Inspect and remove any loose debris using a
clean rag –never use compressed air.
9. Before installing the new prefilter, inspect the XLR
system for proper operation.
a. Turn on the XLR staying clear of the open
end of filter housing.
b. Ensure that air is blowing out of the empty
filter housing cavity.
c. Turn off the XLR system.
10. Install new filter element ensuring the ejection
port orientation is correct and that the filter
element end cap seats properly on the filter
housing.
11. Restrain the filter element by reattaching the 4
filter latches.
WHEN TO REPLACE FI LTER S:
•Replace XLR filter when the restriction reaches manufacturer’s suggested limit.
•Change the XLR filter element every 1000 hours of operation time, even if the restriction limit is not
reached and there are no noticeable performance changes.
•Replace factory installed engine filter(s) per the manufacturer’s suggested maintenance cycle.
Filter Removal/Reinstallation:
Replacing Filters:
1. Turn off XLR system.
2. Release the 4 filter latches that retain the filter
element , as shown below, noting the orientation of
the ejection ports.
3. Remove filter element.
4. Install new filter element ensuring the ejection port
orientation is correct and that the filter element
end cap seats properly on the filter housing.
5. Restrain the filter element by reattaching the 4 filter
latches.
Replace filter only!
Do not clean or re-use filters.
Re-using filters can cause filter failure!
Replacewith
genuine SY-KLONE filters only.
Order from your dealer or from Sy-Klone.
WARNING:
When cleaning equipment, care should be taken to
prevent high pressure water or high pressure air
from entering the XLR ejection slots.
When replacing the filter element do not point
ejection slots at a solid surface in close proximity to
the slots.
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