AUTO. CLEANING FILTER MANUAL FOR 290A 20 To 40

Project: 37000DWT CHENICAL/PRODUCT TANKER
Hull NO.: CT370-1
INSTRUCTION BOOK
Lube Oil Filter type 290A20 to 40
290A20 to 40
Book n°: 1809085-20_v1 1809085-20 ENGLISH
1809085-20
Instruction Book
Moatti Automatic Lube Oil Filter
(Without diversion chamber)
for full-flow filtration for Diesel engines
Type 290A20 to 40
Filter model:
290A20 to 40 - R or X or T
Book n°: 1809085-20_v1
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INSTRUCTION BOOK
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this
publication is correct and fully up-to-date, Alfa Laval reserve the right to make
changes at any time without prior notice.
Any comments regarding possible errors and omissions or suggestions for

improvement of this publication would be gratefully appreciated.
Copies of this publication can be ordered from your local Alfa Laval company.
Published by:
Alfa Laval Moatti sas®
10 RUE DU MARECHAL DE LATTRE DE TASSIGNY
F-78997 ELANCOURT CEDEX
France
Edition: 1
Date: October 2017
© Copyright Alfa Laval Moatti sas® 2017. Printed in France.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. GENERAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS................................................................................ 1
1.2 WARNING SIGNS AND LABELS..................................................................... 1
1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS ............................................ 2
1.4 WORKING PRACTICE..................................................................................... 3
1.5 WARRANTY ..................................................................................................... 3
1.6 ALFA LAVAL SERVICE AND SUPPORT......................................................... 3
2. FONCTION DESCRIPTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW................................................................................ 5
2.1.1 Filter housing ....................................................................................... 5
2.1.2 Filtering unit ......................................................................................... 6
2.1.3 Hydraulic motor.................................................................................... 7
2.1.4 Accessories ......................................................................................... 8
2.1.5 Optional equipment.............................................................................. 8
2.2 APPLICATIONS................................................................................................ 9
2.3 DESIGN FEATURES...................................................................................... 10
2.3.1 Continuous backflushing.................................................................... 10
2.3.2 Disc-type filter elements .................................................................... 10
2.3.3 Filtered oil drives the continuous backflushing .................................. 11
2.3.4 No disposable filter elements............................................................. 11
2.3.5 Constant pressure drop over the filter ............................................... 11
2.3.6 Compact and lightweight design........................................................ 11
2.4 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION ...................................................................... 12
2.4.1 Overview............................................................................................ 12
2.4.2 Filtering in the full-flow chamber ........................................................ 12
2.4.3 Backflushing in the full-flow chamber ................................................ 14
2.4.4 Operation of the hydraulic motor ....................................................... 14
2.5 PRESSURE DROP INDICATOR .................................................................... 16
3. OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
3.1 PRE-START CHECKS ................................................................................... 17
3.1.1 Before initial start-up.......................................................................... 17
3.1.2 Immediately before the initial start-up................................................ 17
3.2 INITIAL START-UP......................................................................................... 18
3.3 NORMAL OPERATION .................................................................................. 19
3.3.1 Determination of reference values..................................................... 19
3.3.2 Daily checks....................................................................................... 19
3.3.3 12000 operating hours checks........................................................... 20
3.3.4 Alarm checks ..................................................................................... 20
3.3.5 Summary ........................................................................................... 20
3.4 SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES ........................................................................ 21
3.5 EMERGENCY OPERATION .......................................................................... 21
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4. TROUBLE SHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
4.1 GENERAL.......................................................................................................23
4.2 PROBLEMS AT INITIAL START-UP BEFORE A DP-ALARM OCCURS .......24
4.2.1 No revolution of the operating indicator .............................................24
4.2.2 Slow revolution of the operating indicator ..........................................25
4.2.3 Pressure drop value exceeded ..........................................................26
4.3 EXTERNAL LEAKAGE ...................................................................................27
4.3.1 Leakage on top of the filter ................................................................27
4.3.2 Leakage around the filter housing......................................................27
4.4 ABNORMAL VALUES ON DAILY CHECKS BUT NO DP-ALARM .................28
4.4.1 Pressure drop value is more than 0.2 bar higher than the reference val-
ue from section 3.3.1. ........................................................................28
4.4.2 Revolution time for the operating indicator is more than 1 minute above
the reference value from section 3.3.1...............................................28
4.5 PROBLEMS WITH THE DP-ALARM ACTIVATED .........................................29
4.5.1 Alarm during initial start-up ................................................................30
4.5.2 Alarm within 50 hours after initial start-up ..........................................31
4.5.3 Alarm during normal start-up..............................................................31
4.5.4 Alarm during normal operation...........................................................32
4.5.5 Alarm after major engine overhaul .....................................................34
5. MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
5.1 GENERAL.......................................................................................................35
5.2 OVERHAUL OF AUTOMATIC PART OF THE FILTER..................................36
5.2.1 Tools and spares required..................................................................36
5.2.2 Tightening torques .............................................................................37
5.2.3 Disassembly of the automatic filter ....................................................38
5.2.4 Dismounting of filtering unit................................................................45
5.2.5 Cleaning and inspection of the filtering unit .......................................50
5.2.6 Cleaning and inspection of the body and the strainer ........................52
5.2.7 Assembly of the filtering unit ..............................................................53
5.2.8 Assembly of the filter..........................................................................57
5.3 OVERHAUL OF THE HYDRAULIC MOTOR..................................................61
5.3.1 Tools and spares required..................................................................61
5.3.2 Disassembly of the hydraulic motor ...................................................62
5.3.3 Cleaning and inspection of the components ......................................66
5.3.4 Assembly of the hydraulic motor ........................................................67
5.4 AFTER MAINTENANCE CHECKS .................................................................70
5.4.1 Checks before start-up.......................................................................70
5.4.2 Checks at start-up ..............................................................................71
6. INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
6.1 GENERAL.......................................................................................................73
6.2 THE FILTER IN THE SYSTEM .......................................................................74
6.2.1 LO system equipped with a bypass processing loop by high speed sep-
arator..................................................................................................74
6.2.2 LO system equipped with centrifugal oil filter(s) (cof) ........................75
6.3 FILTER LOCATION SPECIFICATIONS..........................................................77
6.3.1 Mounting ............................................................................................77
6.3.2 Space requirements ...........................................................................78
6.3.3 Accessible location ............................................................................79
6.4 SYSTEM PIPING CONNECTIONS ................................................................80
6.5 CONNECTION OF THE PRESSURE DROP INDICATOR.............................81
6.6 FLUSHING THE SYSTEM..............................................................................81
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7. SPARE PARTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
7.1 GENERAL ...................................................................................................... 83
7.2 ORDERING PROCEDURE ............................................................................ 83
7.3 FILTER HOUSING ......................................................................................... 84
7.3.1 Part list and explosed view 290A20 to 40.......................................... 84
7.3.2 Set of gasket for the filter maintenance ............................................. 86
7.4 FILTERING UNIT ........................................................................................... 88
7.4.1 Parts list and exploded view of filtering unit part................................ 88
7.4.2 Sleeve / distributor assembly............................................................. 90
7.4.3 Full-flow spacer assembly ................................................................. 91
7.4.4 Full-flow distributor assembly ............................................................ 92
7.4.5 Filter elements ................................................................................... 93
7.5 HYDRAULIC MOTOR .................................................................................... 94
7.5.1 Hydraulic motor equipped part list ..................................................... 94
7.5.2 Hydraulic motor part list ..................................................................... 94
7.5.3 Set of gaskets for the hydraulic motor ............................................... 96
7.5.4 Piston assembly................................................................................. 98
7.5.5 Set of gaskets for the hydraulic motor piston assembly .................. 100
8. TECHNICAL DATA AND DRAWINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

8.1 VARIOUS DATA............................................................................................ 101
8.2 DIMENSIONED DRAWINGS ....................................................................... 102
8.2.1 Filter 290A ....................................................................................... 102
8.3 TECHNICAL DATA & SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................... 103
8.3.1 Trunk-piston engines application ..................................................... 103
8.3.2 X- head engines application ............................................................ 103
8.3.3 Counter flanges ............................................................................... 104
8.3.4 Pressure drop indicator.................................................................... 105
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GENERAL INFORMATION
1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Pay attention to the safety instructions in this booklet.
DANGER :
! This type of safety instruction is used
where there is a grave danger of injury
to persons and/or serious damage to the
equipment or the environment
WARNING :
! This type of safety instruction is used

where there is danger of injury to persons
and/or damage to the equipment or the
environment
!
CAUTION :
This type of safety instruction is used

where danger of injury to persons and/or
damage to the equipment or the environ-
ment can occur if the instruction is not fol-
lowed.
1.2 WARNING SIGNS AND LABELS
The illustration on the side shows where to find the

warning signs and labels on the equipment.
Follow the safety precautions and instructions which

contain important information concerning safety.
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

CAN CAUSE ACCIDENTS RESULTING IN SERIOUS
INJURY TO PERSONS AND DAMAGE TO
EQUIPEMENT
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1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS
Incorrect installation, operation and maintenance, or use

of non-original parts can cause a breakdown of the
equipment.
Personnel installing, operating or performing service
must have proper knowledge and skill for their task. It is
essential to read, understand and follow the instructions
in this manual.
• Always follow safety regulations, local or general,

concerning lifting devices, electrical equipment,
pressure vessels, inflammable, toxic or corrosive
process media etc
• Always follow Alfa Laval’s specifications concerning

checking and maintenance intervals
• Always follow stated values for process parameters
• Always use ear-protection when working in noisy

environments
• Never use the filter for filtering other liquids or liq-

uids with other characteristics than originally speci-
fied. If your requirements change, always consult
your Alfa Laval representative before any changes
are made.
• A filter has maximum and minimum safe operating

limits concerning temperature, pressure, flow etc
(see Technical Data and Drawings). Operating
above or below these limits may be potentially dan-
gerous.
• Be careful when working near pipes, valves, heat-

ers, or motors. If you come in contact with hot liq-
uids, hot surfaces or steam you may experience
severe burns
• Never neglect alarms. They indicate a faulty condi-

tion. The cause of the alarm must be found and cor-
rected before restart.
IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN ABOUT ANY POINTS CON-

TACT YOUR ALFA LAVAL REPRESENTATIVE
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1.4 WORKING PRACTICE
Good working practices help to avoid unnecessary dam-

age to equipment or injury to personnel and can prolong
the working life of the filter. The following points will con-
tribute towards this :
1. Never leave the equipment in a potentially danger-
ous state.
2. Only use the correct tools for the job in hand
3. Remove all personal jewellery when working on the
filter
1.5 WARRANTY
CAUTION :
! The warranty covering the equipment

will be invalid in the event of damage
caused by unspecified working practices
and/or failure to observe the correct
specified procedures.
In addition, any relevant classification society or local

authority regulations must be followed.
1.6 ALFA LAVAL SERVICE AND SUPPORT
Contact details for all countries are continually updated

on our web site. Please visit www.alfalaval.com to
access the information.
The support available from each Alfa Laval representa-
tive varies according to location and size.
The following is a list of all types of support that may be
provided:
1. Technical advice
2. Spare parts
3. On-board service
4. Repair shop
If there is anything in this manual about which you are

uncertain please contact
Alfa Laval Moatti sas®

10 , rue du Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny
F-78997 ELANCOURT
France
Telefax +33 1 30 81 81 70
Phone +33 1 30 81 81 81
or your local Alfa Laval representative.
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FUNCTION DESCRIPTION
2 FONCTION DESCRIPTION
2.1 EQUIPMENT OVERVIEW
The complete filter comprises three main

assemblies, these are:
• Filter housing
• Filtering unit
• Hydraulic motor
The filtering unit is completely contained

within the filter housing and a number of
accessories are located outside the filter
housing. The hydraulic motor is located on
top of the filter housing.
Various optional equipment can also be

Moatti automatic lube oil filter delivered with the complete filter.
2.2 MAIN ASSEMBLIES
2.2.1 FILTER HOUSING

3
The filter housing comprises two to three
main sections, these are :
Q3
2 • Filter head (3)
E • Filter body (1)
• Spacer body (2), if fitted

1
The positioning of the filtering unit within the
filter housing creates the full-flow chamber
Q2 (E)
The full-flow chamber (E) contains the full-

E flow filter elements that remove the harmful
solids from the lube oil before it enters the
engine.
Q1 Q1= Oil inlet
Q2= Filtered oil to engine
Q3= Backflushed oil to lube oil sump
Filter housing
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2.2.2 FILTERING UNIT
The filtering unit comprises a «sleeve» (151)

in the center, at the end of which is placed a
distributor (137) which routes the incoming oil
133
and controls the filtering and backflushing
151
procedure.The rotation movement of the
hydraulic motor is transmitted by the driving
102 rod (133) to the distributor (137). The full-flow
filter elements (103) are stacked-up along the
sleeve (151) and angularly located by means
of the four crossing rods (102).
103
104
Filtering unit 137
150
The full-flow filter elements (103) are
clamped between the top cover (150) and the
full- flow spacer assembly (104) by means of
the rods (102).
103
One filter element is made up from two
102 element halves. Each half comprises an
aluminium framework of 16 equal sectors
separated by radial ribs. Between each rib is
a stainless steel filter screen. When the pairs
of filter elements are stacked together they
form 16 independent filtering columns.
104
Section of filtering unit
A full-flow filter element has the opening on

the outside (A)
Full-flow
filter element
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2.2.3 HYDRAULIC MOTOR
The hydraulic motor (1000) is located on top of the

filter housing. It is driven by a small part of the fil-
tered oil. The hydraulic motor drives the distributor
(137) in a stepwise one-direction rotation which
controls the filtering/backflushing procedure. This
stepwise motion of the distributor is indicated by an
operating indicator (53) fitted into the driving ratchet
(29) of the hydraulic motor.
Hydraulic motor The hydraulic motor contains a piston (20) that

moves up and down in a reciprocating motion
53 inside a cylinder (A), (the body of the hydraulic
motor). The piston is via driving pins (24), con-
nected to a helical grooved driven ratchet (30)
1000 which converts the upward motion of the piston into
a rotational step. This rotational step is transmitted
via the driving ratchet (29) and driving shaft (22) to
the distributor. Downward motion of the piston dis-
engages the driving ratchet and the distributor does
not move.
Valves in the cylinder are activated by the move-

ment of the piston, so controlling the driving oil to
the upper and lower side of the piston respectively.
Location of hydraulic motor
Internal arrangement of
1HM-004
hydraulic motor 1HM-003
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2.2.4 ACCESSORIES
The following accessories are attached to the

filter housing:
• Pressure drop indicator (PDI) with

Q3 associated feed pipes and isolator cocks,
(A) and (B).
• One inspection cover (10) bolted-in the filter

body
B
Q2 • Counter flanges with O-rings and bolts for:
• inlet from sump (Q1)

• outlet to engine (Q2)
• return to sump or centrifugal 
oil filter (Q3)
Q1
NOTE !
See also chapter 8.

A PDI
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2.2.5 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
The following optional equipment can be

delivered with the filter:
• Inspection cover fitted with magnetic plates

A (A) to replace the standard inspection
cover.
• Set of gaskets for the filter housing and for

the hydraulic motor (See chapter 7)
NOTE !
Magnetic plate
These gaskets are needed for
maintenance of the filter (see also
chapters 5 and 7).
• Air/water sprayer for cleaning clogged filter

elements (Article No. 1800-08878)
Air/water sprayer
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2.3 APPLICATIONS
Filters of this type are used for the full-flow filtration of

the lubricating oil of Diesel engines.
They can be low-speed / 2 strokes engines, as well as

medium speed / trunk engines, burning HFO, MDO or
gas, in any Marine or terrestrial applications.
The filter is installed in the full-flow lube oil system as

close to the engine as possible. Its function is to
protect the engine against harmful solid particles, that
may not have been removed yet by the oil cleaning
device (such as a high speed centrifugal separator
installed on a by-pass loop of the lube oil system).
The illustration below shows the simplified LO system

with the filter set-up.
FULL-FLOW LUBE OIL SYSTEM
3XX-003
A = Trunk Piston Diesel Engine or Crosshead Diesel Engine

B = Lube Oil Sump
C = Duty Lube Oil Pump
E = Cooler
F = Moatti Automatic Lube Oil Filter
Engine lube oil systems
Note that the flow through the full-flow system (and

the filter) is typically 50 - 100 times greater than the
flow through the by-pass system (and the separator).
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2.4 DESIGN FEATURES
The Moatti automatic lube oil filter is not a conventional

type of automatic filter. Conventional filters generally work
on the principle that the backflushing is initiated when the
pressure drop across the filter reaches a pre-set value.
The Moatti filter is unique as it works on a principle of
continuous backflushing. Generally about 3 to 5% of the
filtered oil is used to continuously backflush one sector of
each filter element and to drive the hydraulic motor.
The main features and advantages of the unique Moatti

automatic lube oil filter are as follows:
• Continuous backflushing
• Disc-type filter elements
• Filtered oil drives the continuous backflushing
• No disposable filter elements
• Constant pressure drop over the filter
• Compact and lightweight design
2.4.1 CONTINUOUS BACKFLUSHING
The Moatti automatic filter is continuously backflushed,

column by column. The backflushing is performed with
filtered oil. This prevents retained solids from sticking to
the filter surface, ensuring a low and constant pressure
drop. Therefore, the need for manual cleaning of the filter
elements is reduced to a minimum. This generally allows
for more than 12 000 operating hours between manual
cleaning and inspection of the filter.
Typical cleaning period (= hydraulic motor rotation

time)
For Crosshead application For Trunk application
3-5 minutes / rotation 1-3 minutes / rotation
2.4.2 DISC-TYPE FILTER ELEMENTS
The Moatti automatic filter is fitted with robust disc-type

filter elements.This design feature, together with the low
and constant pressure drop (from the continuous
backflushing), eliminate the risk of cracked filter elements.
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2.4.3 FILTERED OIL DRIVES THE CONTINUOUS BACK-

FLUSHING
Filtered oil is used for backflushing the filter elements. Filtered

oil is also used to drive the hydraulic motor which, in turn,
drives the distributor, so controlling the backflushing. As a
result, electricity and compressed air are not required for the
operation.
2.4.4 NO DISPOSABLE FILTER ELEMENTS
The Moatti automatic filter contains no disposable elements.
2.4.5 CONSTANT PRESSURE DROP OVER THE FILTER
As the continuous backflushing process gives a constant

pressure drop it is possible to get an immediate indication
from the pressure drop indicator when something is wrong in
the lube oil system.
2.4.6 COMPACT AND LIGHTWEIGHT DESIGN
The design gives a simple compact, lightweight and reliable

system which is easy to install. It also provides increased
possibilities for up-grading of existing installations.
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2.5 PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION
2.5.1 OVERVIEW
The main principle of operation for the Moatti

automatic lube oil filter is as follows:
• The oil to be filtered is pumped from the lube oil

sump through the filter and to the engine.
• When the oil reaches the filter it first passes

through a strainer located in the inlet body. This
should remove any large foreign matter like
pieces of rag which may be left in the system
after maintenance.
• Once past the strainer the oil then passes

through the full-flow filter elements (where the
solids are trapped) and to the engine. A part of
the filtered oil (about 3% of the max flow
capacity for crosshead application, 3 % to 5 %
for trunk application) is used to backflush part
of the full-flow filter elements and to drive the
hydraulic motor.
• The backflushed oil with solids from the full-

flow chamber is led to the lube oil sump.
2.5.2 FILTERING IN THE FULL-FLOW CHAMBER
• Unfiltered oil enters the filter at (A), flows

through the strainer (S), through the central
opening of the distribution cover (G) and into
the independant sleeve chambers (B) which
are not covered by the distributor (C).
• The oil is distributed from those chambers

through the full-flow filter elements (D) into the
filtering columns. The solids are trapped on the
inner side of the elements.
E • The filtered oil flows into the full-flow chamber

B (E) and is fed through the filter outlet (F) to the
engine.
• A few hundred liters per hour of the filtered oil

are routed from the full-flow chamber (E) to the
chamber (J), and to the hydraulic motor (H), in
order to drive the distributor (C).
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D
A
S
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2.5.3 BACKFLUSHING IN THE FULL-FLOW CHAM-

BER
• While the full-flow takes place in the main part of

the filtering columns (B), solids are being removed
from one of them (K) by backflushing (from outside
E to inside of the column), using part of the filtered oil
back from the full-flow chamber (E).
K • The backflushed oil with removed solids flows

through the sleeve chamber (K) down into the
distributor (C), through the central sleeve column,
and is recirculated from the back-flushed oil outlet
(P) to the lube oil sump, whether directly or through
a treatment device.
F E
K
C
2.5.4 OPERATION OF THE HYDRAULIC MOTOR
The hydraulic motor(H) continues to receive filtered oil

from the full-flow chamber (E), through the chamber (J)
and rotates the distributor to its next position where the
filtering/backflushing process is repeated in the next
filtering column.
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J
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2.6 PRESSURE DROP INDICATOR
The inlet pressure P1 is taken upstream the strainer (107) and the
outlet pressure P2 is taken downstream the full-flow elements in
the filter body (1). Both monitoring points are fitted with isolator
cocks and pipework to connect them to the pressure drop indicator.
The pressure drop indicator shows the pressure drop P (P1 - P2)
across the full-flow elements. Due to the continuous backflushing,
P is constant during operation. It may vary depending on the
installation, filter size and application.
The P-value is usually in normal working conditions 0.2 to 0.5 Bar.
If for any reason the filter starts to clog, the pressure drop will
increase. To prevent the filter becoming completely clogged the
pressure drop indicator is equipped with one or two preset alarm
values (P-alarms). First value is generally preset at the factory at
0.8 Bar.
If the pressure drop reaches the preset value(s), an electrical

contact is switched giving possibility for a signal to the control
system of the engine.
!
CAUTION:
The pressure drop indicator must be connected to

the engine control system for the P-alarm to
safeguard the engine. On activation of a P-alarm,
the trouble shooting activities must be started
immediately, see chapter 4.
P2
P1
Pressure drop
indicator
configuration
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3 OPERATION
3.1 PRE-START CHECKS
The operation of the Moatti automatic lube oil filter is simple and the
operator has only to make checks before initial start-up, at initial
start-up and during operation.
3.1.1 BEFORE INITIAL START-UP
! CAUTION:
The lube oil system must be cleaned from

contaminants from the installation work before
the first operation of the automatic filter. This
“flushing” must NOT be made through the
automatic filter as it can damage the filter
screen and clog the filter, see chapter 6.
! CAUTION:
Ensure that the pressure drop indicator is

connected to the control system of the engine.
3.1.2 IMMEDIATELY BEFORE THE INITIAL START-UP
The following checks must be made.

V3
Check that the following valves and cocks are
open:
• Inlet valve V1 to the filter
• Outlet valve V2 from the filter

V2
• Outlet valve V3 (if fitted) in the return to sump
1 (backflushing) line.
• Isolator cocks (A) and (B) on the pressure

B drop indicator pipes, located on the body (1).
V1
Valve and cock locations A
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OPERATION
3.2 INITIAL START-UP
! CAUTION:
Ensure that the other items of equipment in the

engine lube oil system are fully functional and
operational.
53 The following describes the checking procedures for the initial start-up.
1. Ensure that lube oil is flowing through the filter at the required
capacity.
2. Check the function of the hydraulic motor. Make a note of the

number of minutes it takes for the operating indicator (53) to do
one revolution.
The time periods in the table below are given as a guide for
normal operating conditions.
Maximum rotation time in normal operating conditions

Crosshead Engine Trunk piston engine
Engine at standstill 15 minutes 10 minutes
Working engine 8 minutes 5 minutes
NOTE !
If the operating indicator does not rotate or the time for

one revolution is more than the respective values in the
table above, see chapter 4 "Trouble Shooting".
3. Check the pressure drop on the pressure drop indicator and read
off the value. Under normal operating conditions the reading
should not exceed the values in the table below. If the value is
higher see chapter 4.
Maximum value in normal operating conditions

Crosshead engine Trunk engine
0,5 bar 0,5 bar
Checking pressure drop indicator 4. Check for any external oil leaks. If there is an oil leakage, tighten
the bolts or change the gaskets as necessary, see also chapter 4.
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3.3 NORMAL OPERATION

When correctly installed and initially started-up the Moatti automatic
lube oil filter requires very little attention. However, to ensure continued
reliable operation, the filter must be checked at regular intervals.
3.3.1 DETERMINATION OF REFERENCE VALUES

Approximately 100 operating hours after the initial start-up or major
maintenance procedure, (see chapter 5), reference values for the
pressure drop and rotation of the operating indicator must be noted as
follows:
1. Note the pressure drop on the pressure drop indicator and mark
this value "P-ref" on the indicator.
2. Note the number of minutes for one revolution of the operating

indicator.
A =P-ref
Pressure drop reference value Timing operating indicator
3.3.2 DAILY CHECKS

Every day the pressure drop and operating indicator must be checked,
visually. Check that :
1. The pressure drop does not exceed by more than 0.2 Bar the
reference value determined in 3.3.1 (1).
2. The operating indicator rotates in a stepwise manner.
3. The number of minutes for one revolution is not more than 1

minute above the reference value determined in 3.3.1 (2).
If the pressure drop and operating indicator values are higher than
stated see chapter 4, "Trouble Shooting".
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3.3.3 12000 OPERATING HOURS CHECKS

Cleaning and inspection of the automatic filter must be
carried out in accordance with the maintenance procedures
in chapter 5 after every 12000 operating hours.
3.3.4 ALARM CHECKS

If a P-alarm occurs, see chapter 4.
3.3.5 SUMMARY
The following table summarises the checks required during
operation.
Operational Checks After Each Each Ref

the day 12000h
first
100h
Determine “P-ref” value for pressure X 3.3.1

1
drop
Determine reference value for revolution X 3.3.1

2
of operating indicator
3 Check pressure drop X 3.3.2
4 Check revolution of operating indicator X 3.3.2
5 Clean and inspect filter X 3.3.3
2
4
5
1 3
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3.4 SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES

There are no special procedures to carry out when the
filter is shut down. Its operation is entirely dependent
on the lube oil pump. When the lube oil pump is
switched off or stops the valves on the filter may be
left open.
! CAUTION:
Always check that the valves are

open before re-starting as
somebody may have closed
V3 them.
3.5 EMERGENCY OPERATION

If the hydraulic motor is not working properly, an
emergency operation can be used to manually
backflush the filter. This procedure should only be
used when the following have been checked :
1. Valve (V3) in the return to sump line (if fitted) has

not been closed by mistake.
2. Gaskets for the hydraulic motor are not available

(See chapter 7).
3. A replacement hydraulic motor is not available.
Emergency backflushing check
The emergency backflushing procedure for the filter

can be performed by turning the operating indicator,
using a spanner, from time to time, (based upon
experience), until repair/replacement can be made.
! CAUTION
If it is not possible to turn the

operating indicator by hand
Emergency backflushing procedure during operation, do not use a
pipe on the end of the operating
indicator. Failure to observe this
may result in damage to the
equipment.
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4 TROUBLE SHOOTING
4.1 GENERAL
This chapter deals with the most common problems
when the filter does not work correctly or when the P-
alarm occurs. It lists the possible reasons for the
problems and actions to solve them.
The chapter is divided into the following main parts:
• Problems at initial start-up before P-alarm occurs,

see section 4.2.
• External leakage, see section 4.3.
• Abnormal values on daily checks but no P-alarm,

see section 4.4.
• Problems with the P-alarm activated, see section

4.5.
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4.2 PROBLEMS AT INITIAL START-UP BEFORE A P-ALARM OCCURS
4.2.1 NO REVOLUTION OF THE OPERATING INDICATOR

(Item 53)
CAUSE ACTION
1. Valves V1, V2 and/or V3 are closed. Open the valves slowly and completely (V2
before V1). Pay special attention to valve V3
in the “return to sump” line because its
location may not be near the filter.
2. Lube oil temperature too low. Wait and see because the temperature will
probably increase. If it does not, check the
lube oil cooling system.
3. Lube oil pressure too low. Probably the engine is by-passed or only a
small pre-lube oil pump is in operation.
If so, connect the engine and main pump.
4. The hydraulic motor is not working properly. (i) Manually turn the operating
indicator (53).
(ii) Inspect the hydraulic motor, see

chapter 5.
If necessary :
(iii) Replace the hydraulic motor.

5. The “return to sump” line is too long and Modify the installation. The return line should
narrow. be of equal or greater diameter than the
outlet and should be a short pipe with a mini-
mum number of bends and no restrictions.
53
V3
V2
V1
Valve and cock locations
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4.2.2 SLOW REVOLUTION OF THE OPERATING INDICATOR

(Item 53)
Slow revolution means the rotation time is above of the values in the table below:
Maximum rotation time in normal operating conditions

For Crosshead engine For Trunk engine
Engine at standstill 15 minutes 10 minutes
Working engine 8 minutes 5 minutes
CAUSE ACTION
1. Valves V1, V2 and/or V3 are partly closed. Open the valves slowly and completely (V2
before V1). Pay special attention to valve V3
in the “return to sump” line because its
location may not be near the filter.
2. Lube oil temperature too low. Wait and see because the temperature will
3. Lube oil pressure too low. Probably the engine is by-passed or only a
small pre-lube oil pump is in operation.
If so, connect the engine and main pump.
4. The hydraulic motor is not working properly (i) Manually turn the operating
indicator (53).
(ii) Inspect the hydraulic motor, see

chapter 5
5. The “return to sump” line is too long and Modify the installation. The return line should
narrow. be of equal or greater diameter than the
outlet and should be a short pipe with a mini-
mum number of bends and no restrictions.
53
V3
V2
V1
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4.2.3 PRESSURE DROP VALUE EXCEEDED

The pressure drop value is higher than the values shown in the table below.
Maximum value in normal operating conditions

For Crosshead engine For Trunk engine
0,5 bar 0,5 bar
CAUSE ACTION
1. Filtration temperature too low. Wait and see because the temperature will
2. Partly clogged filter elements from “Turn” (see below) then continue the
“flushing” through the filter. operation but check regularly as the
pressure drop could still increase.
3. Partly clogged inlet strainer from “flushing” If “Turn” does not reduce the pressure drop,
through the filter. switch over to the standby filter. Drain the
full-flow chamber, see chapter 5, and open
the inspection cover (10). Remove any
foreign matter, close the inspection cover
and continue operation.
4. Too large a lube oil pump or too small a Contact Alfa Laval Moatti SAS.
filter selected.
10
Strainer inspection
Turn
Manually turn the operating indicator (53) two revolutions within 30 seconds. Use a spanner to turn it. Do
not use a pipe on the end of the operating indicator.
53
Manually turn operating indicator
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4.3 EXTERNAL LEAKAGE
4.3.1 LEAKAGE ON TOP OF THE FILTER
CAUSE ACTION
1. Defective O-ring. Replace the two O-rings (44), see chapter 5.
4.3.2 LEAKAGE AROUND THE FILTER HOUSING
CAUSE ACTION
1. Bolts holding the filter body and filter head Tighten the screws (8). If it still leaks replace
or spacer body together are loose. the O-ring (6).
2. Screws holding the inspection covers are Tighten the screws (16). If it still leaks replace
loose. the O-ring (9).
3. Drain plugs in the filter body and filter head Tighten the plugs (14, 16, 18, 20, 23). If it still
are loose. leaks replace the copper gaskets (13, 15, 17,
19).
4. Bolts holding the various pipes are loose. Tighten the bolts (51), the screws (57). If it
still leaks replace the O-rings as necessary
(50, 56).
56
57 15-23
19-20 8
6
44 50 8
51 6
13-14
51
50
17-18
16
15-16 9
Leakage on top of the hydraulic motor Leakage around filter housing
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4.4 ABNORMAL VALUES ON DAILY CHECKS BUT NO P-ALARM
4.4.1 PRESSURE DROP VALUE IS MORE THAN 0.2 BAR HIGHER THAN THE REFERENCE
VALUE FROM SECTION 3.3.1.
CAUSE ACTION
The concentration of contaminants in the oil Carry out the “turn” action from time to time,
feed is too high causing partly clogged filter see below.
elements and/or inlet stainer. This could be
due to : Ask the operator to ensure that the
centrifugal separator is put into operation and
(i) Rough weather stirs up the contaminants to check the condition of the engine.
from the bottom of the sump (for ships
only)
(ii) The centrifugal separator is out of

operation
(iii) Engine problems (like piston seizure)

occur suddenly
(iv) A large amount of new oil has been added

to the system, which has “taken up”
contaminants from the sump walls.
Turn
Manually turn the operating indicator (53) two revolutions within 30 seconds. Use a spanner to turn it. Do
not use a pipe on the end of the operating indicator.
53
4.4.2 REVOLUTION TIME FOR THE OPERATING INDICATOR IS MORE THAN 1 MINUTE
ABOVE THE REFERENCE VALUE FROM SECTION 3.3.1.
CAUSE ACTION
The gaskets in the hydraulic motor are Be prepared to overhaul the hydraulic motor
beginning to wear. soon.
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4.5 PROBLEMS WITH THE P-ALARM

ACTIVATED
If the P-alarm occurs, first carry out activities 1 and 2
below. Then go to activity 3 to select the correct
“Cause and Action” chart in sections 4.5.1 to 4.5.5.
1. Manually turn the operating indicator (53), two

revolutions in 30 seconds. Use a spanner to turn
it. Do not use a pipe on the end of the operating
53 indicator.
2. Read the P value on the pressure drop indicator

and note it down.
Checking pressure drop indicator

3. From the table below find which section to go to
ALARM SITUATION CAUSE AND ACTION

Alarm during initial start-up see section 4.5.1
Alarm within 50 hours of initial start-up see section 4.5.2
Alarm during normal start-up see section 4.5.3
Alarm during normal operation see section 4.5.4
Alarm after major engine overhaul see section 4.5.5
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4.5.1 ALARM DURING INITIAL START-UP

a) "Turn" action reduces P to below alarm setting.
CAUSE ACTION
1. Partly clogged filter elements. Probably due Continue the operation of the filter but check
to lube oil system being flushed through the every few minutes and repeat “turn” action if
filter before the initial start-up. necessary.
b) “Turn" action does not reduce P to below alarm setting.
CAUSE ACTION
2. Clogged inlet strainer 1) . Drain the full-flow chamber, see chapter 5,
and open the inspection covers (10).
• If the strainer is clogged by foreign

matter, remove it, close the inspection
covers and continue the operation.
• If the strainer is clogged by foreign matter

and it cannot be removed, close the
inspection covers and open the filter and
clean the strainer, see chapter 5.
• If the strainer is not clogged continue with

item 3 below.
3. Clogged filter element 1) . Open the filter and clean the elements, see
chapter 5.
4. Too large a lube oil pump or too small a filter Contact Alfa Laval Moatti SAS.
selected.
1) Note: Probable reason for clogging of the filter elements and/or inlet strainer is that the lube oil system
before the initial start-up has been flushed through the filter.
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4.5.2 ALARM WITHIN 50 HOURS AFTER INITIAL START-UP

CAUSE ACTION
1. Parly clogged filter elements. Continue the operation of the filter but be
prepared for the alarm to return, see below.
CAUSE ACTION
1. If the operating indicator takes more than  Open the filter and clean the elements, see
3-5 minutes to complete one revolution, chapter 5.
then the backflushing efficiency is reduced
causing clogged filter elements. The reason
for the alarm could be :
(i) A valve (V3) in the “return to sump” line Open the valve, (V3).
has been partially closed by mistake. If
the valve has been closed there will not
be any revolution.
(ii) The “return to sump” line is too long Modify the installation. The return line should
and narrow. be of equal or greater diameter than the
outlet and should be a short pipe with a
minimum number of bends and no
restrictions.
2. If the revolution time is shorter than that Open the filter and clean the elements, see
stated in item (b) 1, reason for the alarm chapter 5.
could be :
(i) The centrifugal separator is incorrectly Contact Alfa Laval Moatti SAS.
adjusted or too small.
(ii) The filter is too small. Contact Alfa Laval Moatti SAS.
4.5.3 ALARM DURING NORMAL START-UP

"Turn" action does not reduce P to below alarm setting
CAUSE ACTION
1. Filtration temperature too low Wait and see because the temperature will
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4.5.4 ALARM DURING NORMAL OPERATION

CAUSE ACTION
1. The concentration of contaminants in the oil Shorten the time between draining and
feed is too high causing partly clogged filter continue operation but check regularly. Carry
elements. out the “turn” action from time to time. Ask the
This could be due to : operator to ensure that the centrifugal
separator is put into operation if possible and
(i) Rough weather stirs up the conta- to check the condition of engine.
minants from the bottom of the sump
(for ships only).

operation.

occur suddenly.
(iv) A large amount of new oil has been

added to the system, which has “taken
up” contaminants from the sump walls.
2. It seems that the hydraulic motor is not Check that a valve (V3) in the “return to
working properly. The criteria for “not sump” line has not been closed by mistake. If
working properly” is that the time for one the valve was closed, open it. The hydraulic
revolution of the operating indicator is more motor should then work normally. However, if
than the following values for each it still does not work, be prepared to overhaul
application : the hydraulic motor soon, see chapter 5.
•For trunk application : 3-5 minutes
•For Crosshead application : 5-8 minutes
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CAUSE ACTION
1. The concentration of contaminants in the oil Open the filter and clean the elements and/or
feed is too high causing clogged filter inlet strainer, see chapter 5.
elements and/or inlet strainer.
This could be due to : When operating the filter again, carry out the
“turn” action from time to time.
(i) Rough weather stirs up the conta-
minants from the bottom of the sump Ask the operator to ensure that the
(for ships only). centrifugal separator is put into operation and
to check the condition of engine.
operation.

occur suddenly.
(iv) A large amount of new oil has been

added to the system, which has “taken
up” contaminants from the sump walls.
3. It seems that the hydraulic motor is not Open the filter and clean the elements.
working properly. The criteria for “not Check that a valve (V3) in the “return to
working properly” is that the time for one sump” line has not been closed by mistake. If
revolution of the operating indicator is more the valve was closed, open it. The hydraulic
than the following values for each motor should then work normally. However, if
application : it still does not work, be prepared to overhaul
•For trunk application : 3-5 minutes the hydraulic motor soon, see chapter 5.
•For Crosshead application : 5-8 minutes
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4.5.5 ALARM AFTER MAJOR ENGINE OVERHAUL

CAUSE ACTION
1. Impurities have been brought into the lube Continue the operation of the filter but check
oil system during the overhaul causing every few minutes and repeat “turn” action if
partly clogged filter elements. necessary.
b) “Turn” action does not reduce P to below alarm setting
CAUSE ACTION
2. Impurities have been brought into the lube Drain the full-flow chamber, see chapter 5,
oil system during the overhaul causing a and open the inspection covers (10)
clogged inlet strainer.
• If the strainer is clogged by foreign
matter, remove it, close the inspection
covers and continue the operation.
• If the strainer is clogged by foreign matter

and it cannot be removed, close the
inspection covers and open the filter and
clean the strainer, see chapter 5.
3. Impurities have been brought into the lube Open the filter and clean the elements, see
oil system during the overhaul causing chapter 5.
clogged filter elements.
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5 MAINTENANCE
5.1 GENERAL
The design and the operating cycle of the filter mini-

mize the need for maintenance. However in order to
ensure reliable operation of the filter it has to be
cleaned and inspected at least every

12000 operating hours (1,5 - 2 years).
Pressure drop alarms or breakdowns (see chapter 4)

may shorten this period. This chapter is divided into
the following sections :
• Overhaul of the automatic part of the filter (5.2)
• Overhaul of the hydraulic motor (5.3)
• After maintenance checks (5.4)
Section 5.2 is structured as follows:
• Tools and spares required
• Disassembly procedures
• Cleaning/inspection tasks
• Assembly procedures
• Tightening torque
Section 4. covers the checks that must be made

before the filter is put back into service. Required
new parts can be found in chapter 7, which contains
an illustrated parts list of the filter and hydraulic
motor.
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5.2 OVERHAUL OF AUTOMATIC PART OF THE

FILTER
The overhaul of the filter requires a complete disas-

sembly followed by cleaning and inspection of the
components. Damaged or worn components should
be replaced, see chapter 7. The complete mainte-
nance schedule is as follows :
• Tools and spares required (see 5.2.1)
• Tightening torques (see 5.2.2)
• Disassembly of the automatic filter (see 5.2.3)
• Disassembly of filtering unit (see 5.2.4)
• Cleaning and inspection of the filtering unit (see

5.2.5)
• Cleaning and inspection of the inlet strainer (see

5.2.6)
• Assembly of filtering unit (see 5.2.7)
• Assembly of the automatic filter(see 5.2.8)
5.2.1 TOOLS AND SPARES REQUIRED
The following tools and spare parts are required for

the overhaul of the filtering unit :
• Set of gaskets for the filter housing

(See 7.3.5)
• Two M10 screw eye bolts
• Set of metric spanners
• Set of pin punches
• Set of circlip pliers
• Strap rated for 400kg load
• Lifting equipment rated for 400kg load
• Wooden base/bench
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• Mallet
• Pliers
• Grease (for lubrication of gaskets and O-rings)
• Cleaning tray
• Cleaning solvent (not ACID)
• Air/water sprayer
• Tap water (preferably hot)
• Compressed air
• Protective clothing
• Soft brush
• Bucket of diesel oil
• Emery cloth (fine grade).
• Medium strengh threadlocking adhesive
5.2.2 TIGHTENING TORQUES
Following indicative torques have to be applied if no further

indication :
Thread Tightening torque

M6 8 N.m
M8 15 N.m
M10 35 N.m
M12 45 N.m
M16 80 N.m
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5.2.3 DISASSEMBLY OF THE AUTOMATIC

FILTER
WARNING:
Ensure that the lube oil system is shut

! down before starting the disassembly
or that the by-pass filter is in service.
Before the overhaul of the automatic filter, you

must switch the filtration through the manual
bypass filter if fitted (or shut down the pump) :
V3 20
1. Close the filter inlet (V1) and outlet (V2)
valves and valve (V3) (if fitted).
2. Unscrew the plug (20).
V2
V1
3. Place a container by the drain plug (18) in

the filter body (1). Unscrew and remove
the drain plug whit is copper gasket and let
the oil drain.
18
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4. Turn the operating indicator (53) on the

53 hydraulic motor a few revolutions. This
helps to empty the filter completely. Screw
the plug (20).
5. Screw the drain plug (18) with its copper

gasket back into the filter body (1).
10
6. Remove the two screws (33) and washers

(32) of the hydraulic motor (31).
33
32
31
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7. Insert two M10 screws into the threaded

holes (at 90°) as shown and screw them in
alternaltely half a turn. Hydraulic motor (31)
31 will lift out from the filter head.
57 8. Unscrew the four screws (57) from the

return to sump pipe and disconnect.
9. Unscrew and remove the twelve screws (8)

8
and washers (7).
7
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10. Fit a strap into two opposite lifting eye

bolts (22) of the filter head (3). Lift up the
filter head (3) and the filtering unit (100)
22
using a block and tackle or other suitable
lifting equipment. Let remaining oil drain
away. (Weight of the filtering unit + the fil-
ter head = 55 to 70 Kg).
100
10’. In case of the filter being mounted hori-

zontally, fit one of the lifting eyebolt (22)
into the M10 thread lying on the top side of
22
60 the filter head (3), and use it to lift and
slide the filtering unit out from the housing.
Optional guides (60) may be used advan-
3 tageously.
100
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11. Place the filtering unit with its filter head on

a wooden base.
12. In order to detach the filter head from the

22 filtering unit, unscrew and remove the four
23 plugs (23) (together with the lifting eye
bolts (22)). Unscrew and remove the four
24 screws (24) with the four bi-material wash-
ers (25).
25
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13. Replace and screw the four plugs (23)

with the lifting eye bolts (22). Fit a strap to
the lifting eye bolts (22) on two opposite
sides of the filter head (3). Lift up the filter
head (3) and put it on a wooden base.
22
23
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*Optional : for dismounting in a

reduced space
In case of a reduced space available it is possi-
ble to reduce the necessary room for dis-
mounting (by 130 mm) by performing steps 12
22 to 13 prior to 10 and 11. To do this, screw two
lifting eye bolts M10 (22) directly into two oppo-
site holes in the cover (150) and lift out the fil-
150 tering unit with a strap. Let any remaining oil
drain away. (Weight of the filtering uint = 27 to
45 kg).
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5.2.4 DISMOUNTING OF FILTERING UNIT

106 22
1. Move the filtering unit on the vertical posi-
tion, on the cover (150). (Two eyebolts
(22) can be used in place of two screws
(106) for flipping operation).
150
2. Unscrew the screws (106), then remove

the strainer (107).
106
107
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3. Alternatively unscrew and remove the four

106 screws (106) and their washers (105).
105
! CAUTION:
This operation releases the filtering

unit compression. This is why it must
be done progressively.
4. Remove the spacer assembly in two steps.

170 First the spacer (170) with the eight springs
(171), then the spring guides (172) and the
screws (173). Finally, remove the counter-
spacer (177).
171-172-173
177
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5. Remove the full-flow elements (103) one

by one (each element consists of two
103
parts).
6. Remove the circlip (135) and the pin

135 (134).
134
7. Remove the distributor thrust (140), the

140 spring washer (138) and the distributor
137 (137).
138
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8. Put the filtering unit on its rods.
154 9. Remove the circlip (154) and extract the

distributor assembly.
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10. Remove the circlip (135), then the ball-

131 bearing (131).
135
11. Remove the pin (134), then separate the

driver (133) from the connector driver
130
(130).
133
134
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5.2.5 CLEANING AND INSPECTION OF THE

FILTERING UNIT

WARNING:
! Follow the manufacturer’s
instructions carefully when
using cleaning agents. Wear
protective clothing and
goggles. Use only in well
ventilated spaces. Keep away
from all naked flames or sparks
as the cleaning agent could be
flammable. If the cleaning
agent comes into contact with
your eyes, rinse thoroughly
with cold water and seek
immediate medical attention.
! CAUTION:
Do NOT use other cleaning

agent than specified. Other
cleaning agents, especially if
acid-based, might affect filter
elements integrity.
The following green cleaning agent is recom-

mended to clean the filter components:
• “Alpacon Degreaser“ from Alfa Laval.
It is available in two formats:

• 25 L plastic can (reference 1796405-14)
• 200L steel barrel (reference 1796405-
17)
Recommended working condition:

• Mixing ratio: 1 part of Alpacon
Degreaser for 4 parts of water.
• Temperature at 60°C
12. Separate each element into its halves.
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13. Put the filter elements into a cleaning tray filled

with the cleaning agent. Soak the filter elements
in the tray for a least 15 minutes up to one hour
if the filter elements are fairly dirty.
The use of an ultrasonic bath will accelerate
and improve the cleaning process.
! CAUTION:
If ultrasonic are used:

- Take care the centering rings do not
have any contact with the filtering
mesh during cleaning.
- Cleaning with ultrasonic should not
exceed 15 min.
14. Brush the element halves with a soft brush to

remove solids that may be still stuck to the filter-
ing mesh during cleaning.
Then rinse the element halves on both sides
with the air/water sprayer.
Very important : with hot water.
! Caution
Spraying might be forbidden in

some areas. In that case, rinse the
element in a tray filled with hot
water.
15. Dry the element halves with compressed air.
16. Carefully examine the condition and cleanliness

of the two halves. Replace any damaged ele-
ments. Always check the filter screen to ensure
that it is not cracked. If the elements are not
clean enough repeat the cleaning procedure
(steps 12 to 15) again. Increase the time the ele-
ment halves are in the cleaning tray.
17. Reassemble the element halves.
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5.2.6 CLEANING AND INSPECTION OF THE

BODY AND THE STRAINER
1. Inspect the body and remove any debris.
2. Clean the strainer with diesel oil using a

soft brush.
3. Dry the strainer with compressed air.
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5.2.7 ASSEMBLY OF THE FILTERING UNIT

130
1. Insert two news O-rings (132) and lubricate
133 them with grease, assemble the driver (133)
and the connector driver (130). Secure the
assembly with the pin (134).
132
134
2. Insert a new lubricated ball-bearing (135)

135 and secure it with the circlip (131).
131
3. Insert the distributor assembly into the

sleeve and secure it with the circlip (154).
Insert a new O-ring (155) and lubricate it
with grease.
155 154
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4. On the opposite side : insert news O-rings

140 (139) and (136) and lubricate them with
grease. Lubricate the distributor (137), insert
137 139 it and place a new spring washer (138) and
the distributor thrust (140).
138
136
5. Secure the assembly with the pin (134) and

the circlip (135).
135
134
6. Lubricate with grease the sleeve (151) and

103 the rods (102). Assemble the full-flow ele-
ments (103) one by one along the rods.
102
151
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7. Insert the new O-ring (176) and lubricate it

177 with grease. Insert the counter spacer (177)
on the rod.
176
8. Insert the new O-ring (175) and lubricate it

170 with grease. Place the spacer (170) with the
175 eight springs (171), spring guides (172) and
screws (173) back onto the counter spacer
(177).
171-172-173
9. Alternatively screw the four M10 screws

106
(106) with the washers (105).
105
!
CAUTION:
This tightening operation provides the

necessary compression to the stack of
elements. This is why it must be done
progressively.
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10. Place the strainer (107) onto the spacer

106 assembly and secure using the M10 screws
107 (106).
11. Filp the filtering unit and place it lying onto the
strainer (107).
107
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5.2.8 ASSEMBLY OF THE FILTER
1. Insert a new O-ring (6), lubricated with grease.

22
2. Fit a strap through the lifting eye bolts (22), and
3 place the filter head (3) back onto the filtering unit
(100).
100
3. Remove the four plugs (23) with the lifting eye bolts
(22). Screw the four screws (24) with the four bi-
22-23 material washers (25). Replace and screw the four
plugs (23) with the lifting eye bolts (22)
24
25 ! CAUTION:
Make sure the screw (24) is tightly

screwed into the cover (150).
24
150
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4. Lift and insert the filtering unit (100) with filter

head (3) into the filter body (1) using a strap.
22
100
*Optional : for assembling the filter in a

reduced space.
1. *Same as for dismounting, it is possible to per-

form step 4 after step 1 to 3 in case of a too
reduced room above the filter. In that case
22 screw two lifting eye bolts M10 (22) directly into
two opposite holes in the cover (150) .
150
100
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2. Screw the twelve M16 screws (8) with washers

(7).
8
3. Place the hydraulic motor (26) and screw the

two M10 screws (28) with washers (27).
28
27
26
! CAUTION :
Be sure the driving pin of the hydraulic

motor is aligned with the corresponding
groove in the connector driver (130)
130
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4. Manually rotate the operating indicator (53) of

the hydraulic motor to check that the distributor
53 rotates free.
5. Reconnect the return to sump. Secure using

29 the four M10 screws (29).
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5.3 OVERHAUL OF THE HYDRAULIC

MOTOR
The overhaul of the hydraulic motor requires a
complete disassembly followed by cleaning and
inspection of the components. Damaged or worn
components should be replaced, see chapter 7.
The complete maintenance schedule is as follows:
• Tools and spares required (see 5.3.1 )
• Disassembly of the hydraulic motor (see 5.3.2)
• Cleaning and inspection of the components

(see 5.3.3)
• Assembly of the hydraulic motor (see 5.3.4)
5.3.1 TOOLS AND SPARES REQUIRED

The following tools and spare parts are required to
overhaul the hydraulic motor:
• Set of «gaskets» for the hydraulic motor 

(see 7.5.3 +7.5.4)
• Set of metric spanners
• Wooden bench
• Mallet
• Set of pin punches
• Set of circlip pliers
• Grease
• Cleaning tray
• Compressed air
• Soft brush
• Bucket of diesel oil
• Emery cloth (fine grade)
• FHC M4 spanner
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5.3.2 DISASSEMBLY OF THE HYDRAULIC 3. Loosen the locking nut (47) on the operating
indicator (48). Unscrew and remove the
MOTOR
operating indicator.
1. Remove the hydraulic motor from the filter
following the procedures detailed in section
5.2.2 steps 1 to 12. Place carefully the motor
on a wooden bench. See also chapter 7 for 47
the exploded views of the hydraulic motor
and its assemblies.
48
4AX-094
4. Drive out the locking pin (13) and remove the

driving axle (12).
4AX-076
2. Rotate the shaft (5) by hand. If it can be

rotated in only one direction the teeth of the 13
ratchet are OK. If it can be rotated in both
directions see section 5.3.3 step 5.
12
4AX-093
5. Unscrew and remove the two spring-guides

(45). Extract the two columns (37) and
remove their o-ring (28) for replacement.
5
45 28 37
4AX-092
4AX-095
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6. Knock the driving ratchet (9) carefully with a 9. Remove the lower bearing (8) and its circlip
mallet to separate the parts of the motor. (7).
8 7
4AX-129 4AX-099
7. Detach both external (2) and internal (36) 10. Extract the shaft assembly from the piston
covers from the central part of the motor (i.e. (15).
piston and liner). Remove the quad-ring
gaskets (33) and the two o-rings (42 and 44).
33 36 42 44 44 42 2 33
15
4AX-100
11. Remove the top bearing (8) and its circlip (7)
then drive out the locking pin (22).
4AX-097
8. Separate the piston/shaft assembly from the

liner (14). 22 8 7
14
4AX-101
4AX-098
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12. Separate the different components of the 14. Remove the slide-valve C2 (19) and the
shaft assembly: driving shaft (5), spring (11), quad-ring gaskets (33 & 34).
driving (9) and driven (10) ratchets.
5 11 10 9 19
34
34
4AX-102
33
NOTE !
4AX-104
The driving ratchet drives the
distributor. The driven ratchet is driven 15. Unscrew the 2x6 FHC screws (32) and
by the piston. remove both internal (17) and external (25)
flanges.
13. Remove the two circlips (16) blocking the

slide-valve C2 (19).
32
16
25
19
17
4AX-103
4AX-105
16. Take the two relays (27) off, and remove their
associated spring (26) and O-ring (29).
26
29
27
4AX-106
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17. Remove the slide-valve C1 (31) from its liner. 19. Extract the two cylindrical pins (22), then
remove the two driving axles (24) used for
transforming the piston translation into shaft
rotation.
31
22
24
4AX-107
18. Remove the 2 x 2 O-rings (28) from the

columns seatings, and the 2 O-rings (18)
from the liner of the slide valve C2.
4AX-109
28
NOTE !
18
Proceed only if the driving axles
present damage at their inner end and
must be replaced.
4AX-108
NOTE !
The liners of C1 and C2 slide-valves

cannot be dismantled.
33
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5.3.3 CLEANING AND INSPECTION OF 5. If the shaft (5) can be rotated in both
directions (see section 5.3.2 step 2) the teeth
THE COMPONENTS
of the ratchets are worn out. Replace both
the driving (9) and the driven (10) ratchets.
Cleaning
1. Clean all the components with diesel oil, 10 9

using a soft brush.
2. Remove any remaining solids using
compressed air.
Inspection
3. Check the condition of the liner (14) surface. 4AX-130
If necessary polish and grind the liner using a

smooth emery cloth. 6. Inspect the helical grooves in the driven
ratchet (10). If the surface is damaged, polish
it using a smooth emery cloth. If this does not
repair the damage, replace the driven ratchet
14 (10).
10
4AX-131
4AX-110
7. Inspect the driving pins (24). If the pins are

4. Lubricate the ball-bearings (8) with grease. damaged at their inner ends remove them
Ensure that they can rotate freely. Replace from the piston (see previous section). If both
them if they are seized. ends of the driving pins are damaged,
replace them with new pins. If only the inner
ends are damaged, turn them around and
reassemble them into the piston, and make
8 sure they rotate. Polish them using a soft
emery cloth if necessary. Insert the locking
pins back into the piston.
22
3HM-001
24
4AX-109
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5.3.4 ASSEMBLY OF THE HYDRAULIC 3. Re-assemble the internal (17) and the
external (25) flanges onto each side of the
MOTOR
piston. Fix the assembly with 2x6 FHC
screws (32).
1. Fit 4 new O-rings (28) into the columns
seatings, and 2 new ones (18) into the liner of
the slide valve C2. Insert back the slide-valve
C1 (31) into its liner.
32
25
31
17
28
18 4AX-105
4AX-111
NOTE!
2. Mount the 2 relays (27) back, each one with
its spring (26) and a new and lubricated O-
The screws must be replaced if their
ring (29). head were damaged during
dismantling.
4. Insert back the slide-valve C2 (19) and fix it

26 with 2 new circlips (16). Replace the 3 quad-
29
rings (34) x 2 and (33) with new lubricated
27
ones.
34
16
4AX-106 19
33
4AX-112
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5. The piston assembly (15) is now complete. 8. Insert the piston + shaft assembly into the
Ensure that the 2 relays (27) slide under the liner (14). Take 2 new O-rings (44), lubricate
action of their spring when they are pressed them with grease and mount them onto the
from the inside of the flanges. liner.
Place new quad-rings (33) respectively onto
the external cover (2) and the internal cover
15 (36). Do the same with one new O-ring (42)
on each cover.
Assemble the central part of the motor
27
(piston+liner) and the two covers, aligning
them to allow the mounting of the columns.
4AX-132 33 36 42 44 14 44 42 2 33
6. Replace the spring (11) by a new one and re-

assemble the different components of the
shaft. Fix the assembly by inserting back the
locking pin (22).
11 22
4AX-097
4AX-113 9. Lubricate 2 new O-rings (28) and mount them

onto each column (37), insert the 2 columns
7. Mount one bearing (8) with a new circlip (7) through the motor into the 2 nuts (45), then
onto the top part of the shaft. Mount the tighten the nuts.
piston (15) back onto the shaft assembly,
inserting the driving pins (24) into the helical
grooves of the driven ratchet (10). Then fit 45 28 37
the other pair of bearing + new circlip onto
the opposite side of the shaft.
8 7
4AX-095
8 7
10
15
4AX-133
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10. Screw the operating indicator (48) with nut 12. If the rotation is correct, the hydraulic motor
(47) and washer (46) into the end of the can then be inserted into the filter (see 5.2.9
driving ratchet (9). Tighten the nut while steps 5 to 7).
keeping the operating indicator in position. If the rotation is incorrect, the motor must be
dismantled and then reassembled correctly.
47
48
4AX-134
11. Check that hydraulic motor has been 4AX-076

assembled correctly.
Supply compressed air at 4-5 Bar to the
motor inlet (bottom of one of the columns,
plug the other one) and make sure that the
operating indicator (48) and the shaft (5)
rotate in a stepwise sequence.
48
4AX-126
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5.4 AFTER MAINTENANCE CHECKS
5.4.1 CHECKS BEFORE START-UP
1. Check that the following valves are open :

V3
• Inlet valve (V1) to the filter
V2 • Outlet valve (V2) from the filter
• Return to sump line (backflushing) valve

(V3) if fitted
V1
• Pressure drop indicator isolator cocks (A

and B)
B
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5.4.2 CHECKS AT START-UP
1 Check the filter for external oil leaks, (see

chapter 4 Trouble Shooting for solutions).
2. Check the pressure drop on the pressure

drop indicator. It should not be higher than
the reference value noted in section 3.3.1. 

If the pressure drop is higher the filter ele-
ments may not have been cleaned prop-
erly. Clean them again, or take into
account that the next maintenance could
be much sooner.
3. Check the rotation of the operating indica-

tor (53). One revolution should not take
53 longer than the reference value noted in
section 3.3.1.

Check that the oil inlet temperature is nor-
mal and that the engine is operating at
normal load. If one revolution still takes
considerably longer than the reference
value, the hydraulic motor has been
assembled incorrectly. See section 5.2
about how to check the assembly.
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6 INSTALLATION
6.1 GENERAL
The Moatti automatic lube oil filter should be installed in the lube oil
system in accordance with good working practices. Pay attention to the
recommendations and only use specified materials.
! CAUTION:
Ensure that the equipment is installed

according to the instructions given in this
manual.
Note: Ensure that the pressure drop indicator is

connected to the control system of the engine.
! CAUTION:
Before the first operation through the automatic

filter, ensure that any possible contaminants
from the installation work have been removed
from the lube oil system.
Note: Do not «flush» the lube oil system and

pipework through the automatic filter. See
chapter "FLUSHING THE SYSTEM".
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6.2 THE FILTER IN THE SYSTEM
Specification
In any case, the filter should be installed in the main lube oil system, as close as possible to the engine, in
accordance with one of the diagrams below.
6.2.1 LO SYSTEM EQUIPPED WITH A BYPASS PROCESSING LOOP BY HIGH SPEED SEPARATOR
Standard set-up for 2-strokes and for biggest trunk engines, and in general for most of the engines burning HFO
and / or used in stationary applications
Filter location in a main lube oil system
A = Trunk Piston or Crosshead Diesel engine B1= Centrifugal separator

B = Lube Oil Sump B2= Heater
C = Duty Lube Oil Pump B3= Pump
D = Stand-by Lube Oil Pump
E = Cooler
F = Moatti Automatic Lube Oil Filter
Recommendation
It is recommended that the filter is installed after the lube oil cooler within the main lube oil system. This means
that sudden pressure increases from the starting of the stand-by lube oil pump will be "damped" in the cooler
eliminating possible filter problems.
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6.2.2 LO SYSTEM EQUIPPED WITH CENTRIFUGAL OIL FILTER(S) (COF)

In the absence of bypass circuit dedicated to the lube oil processing, one or several COF(s) must be fitted
to treat the solid pollutants. Frequent set-up for smaller trunk engines (medium and high speed) and in
general for many engines burning DO or gas and used in Transport and / or Industrial application.
Filter with COF fitted on the backflushing return line of the Moatti filter
This is the recommended set-up with a Moatti filter, since it allows higher removal efficiency from the COF
and gain on the pump flow. Some precautions must be taken however :
A = Trunk Piston Diesel Engine.
B = Lube Oil Sump.
C = Duty Lube Oil Pump.
D = Standby Oil Pump
H*= Calibrated nozzle (optional).
E = Cooler.
F = Moatti Automatic Lube Oil Filter.
G = Centrifugal Oil Filter (COF).
R1 = Return from hydraulic motor.
V* = COF feeding / bypass valve
(optional)
*) Recommendation for the

diameter of the restriction will be
given on demand.
For Installation and Maintenance of the COF, follow the supplier instructions.
In this set-up there is no calibrating nozzle for the the backflush flow Q3 inside the filter. The backflush line
is then pressurized until the COF, which plays the rule of regulating the Q3 flow.
!
CAUTION:
In this set-up, the COF sizing has consequences onto the amount of backflushing flow
Q3. Please check compatibility with Alfa Laval.
!
CAUTION:
In this set-up, an additional return line R1 must be driven from the hydraulic motor outlet
to the sump (or a «zero pressure» point).
Recommendation
It is recommended that the filter is installed after the lube oil cooler within the main lube oil system. This
means that sudden pressure increases from the starting of the stand-by lube oil pump will be "damped" in
the cooler eliminating possible filter problems.
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Filter with COF fitted after the pump, on a bypass loop
This is generally not the optimum set-up in terms of solid removal performance by the COF, but it
is very common. Indeed, it does not take profit of an inlet flow already concentrated in particles
like backflushing flow Q3.
A = Trunk Piston Diesel Engine.

B = Lube Oil Sump.
C = Duty Lube Oil Pump
D = Standby Lube Oil Pump
E = Cooler.
F = Moatti Automatic Lube Oil Filter.
G = Centrifugal Oil Filter (COF).
V = COF valve
For Installation and Maintenance of the COF, follow the supplier instructions.
In this set-up, the Automatic Filter and the COF act independently : the Q3 flow is limited by a
restriction nozzle located directly within the filter, there is no need to reroute the hydraulic motor
outlet elsewhere.
!
CAUTION:
In this set-up the sizing of the pump must take into account the extra amount of
flow necessary to the COF.
Recommendation
It is recommended that the filter is installed after the lube oil cooler within the main lube oil system.
This means that sudden pressure increases from the starting of the stand-by lube oil pump will be
"damped" in the cooler eliminating possible filter problems.
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6.3 FILTER LOCATION SPECIFICATIONS
6.3.1 MOUNTING
Specification
The filter can be mounted in a remote location of the circuit (most often vertically in that case),
but it can also be integrated on a skid or directly fitted onto the engine, in variable special
positions (from horizontal to vertical). In any case ensure that the filtering unit can be removed
easily.
Filter engine-mounted
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6.3.2 SPACE REQUIREMENTS

The space required for the filter is given in the table below. Note
that the minimum height H required for removal of the filter head
and filtering unit will vary according to the filter size.
Height Floor space

Filter size (mm)
H
290-20 to 40
(mm) L W
20 1200
30 1410 515 435
40 1690
If the available height is less than minimum height, the complete

filter must be removed and taken to a place where the minimum
height is available.
Recommendation
Provide a hook or an eye bolt in the roof for securing a block and
tackle or other lifting equipment.
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6.3.3 ACCESSIBLE LOCATION
Specification
The filter should be installed in such a way to ensure

that:
(i) the operating indicator (53) of the hydraulic

53
motor can easily be seen and operated by hand
(when required).
Operating indicator
(ii) the value on the pressure drop indicator can

easily be observed.
Pressure drop indicator
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6.4 SYSTEM PIPING CONNECTIONS
Specification
Ensure that the pipes to and from the filter match

the oil flow direction in the filter.
Q1 =Inlet from the sump

Q3
Q2 =Outlet to engine
Q3 =Return to sump (backflushing)

V2
The filter is delivered with the necessary counter
flanges, O-rings and bolts.
Q1
Specification
• Ensure that the obturating metal sheets fitted

between the flanges and the counter flanges
for the transport are removed when the
Q2
pipework is connected.
• Shut-off valves (V1 and V2) must be installed

at the filter inlet and outlet.
• The pipe for the backflushed oil must be

V1
directly connected to the lube oil sump (or to
Pipework connections the COF if applicable). This line should be of
equal or greater diameter than the outlet and
should be a short pipe with a minimum
number of bends and no restrictions.
No other connections should be made to this
pipe.
• The suction part of the inlet system must not

be located in the bottom of the lube oil sump.
It should be installed in a "clean area".
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6.5 CONNECTION OF THE PRESSURE DROP

INDICATOR
! CAUTION:
The electrical contactor (E1) of the

pressure drop indicator corresponding to
the alarm switch 1 preset at 0.8 bar,
MUST be connected to the control system
of the engine. Trouble Shooting MUST be
started immediately a pressure drop alarm
is detected.
E1
Pressure drop indicator
6.6 FLUSHING THE SYSTEM

During installation there is a risk that various types of
contaminants may "find their way" into the system.
To prevent operating problems (see chapter 4 "TROUBLE

SHOOTING" in the Instruction Book) these contaminants must
be flushed out of the system before the automatic filter is used to
filter any oil.
This "flushing" procedure must be made through a special

flushing filter (which is installed temporarily for this).
! CAUTION:
Never use the automatic filter in the

"flushing" procedure.
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7 SPARE PARTS
7.1 GENERAL
This chapter gives exploded views and drawings of

the assemblies to show how the filter is con-
structed. Each exploded view and drawing has a
table of the parts shown in numerical order and
information about the different models.
This information can also be used to assist in order-

ing spare parts.
7.2 ORDERING PROCEDURE
When you order spare parts for the Moatti filter the
following information must be given :
Filter model
Filter serial number
(These details can be found on the identification
plate located on the filter.)
Item name and/or number

and/or Article number
(These details can be found in chapter 7, Spare
Parts.)
Location of label MR-0010

1GX-001F
!
CAUTION:
The use of spare parts that have not been

supplied by Alfa Laval official distributors
will invalidate the warranty of the original
equipment. Alfa Laval will take no responsi-
bility for the safe operation of the equip-
ment under these circumstances.
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7.3 FILTER HOUSING

7.3.1 PART LIST AND EXPLOSED VIEW 290A20 TO 40
Item Article No Name Material Qty
1 See below Filter body Cast iron -
2 See below Spacer body Cast iron -
3 1800-04426 Filter head Cast iron 1
6 See below O-ring FKM -
7 See below Washer W Steel -
8 See below Screw H Steel -
9 See below O-ring FKM -
10 See below Inspection cover Steel -
11 See below Washer W Steel -
12 See below Screw H Steel -
13 1800-05009 Copper gasket Copper 4
14 1800-06019 Plug Steel 4
16 1800-06024 Plug Steel 3
18 1800-06016 Plug Steel 2
20 1800-06028 Plug Steel 1
22 1800-06563 Lifting eye bolt Steel 4
23 1800-06936 Plug threaded Steel 4
24 1800-06452 Screw CHC Steel 4
25 1800-05103 BS-ring Steel / FKM 4
100 See 7.4 Filtering unit - 1
Filter Item 1 Item 2 Item 6 Item 7 Item 8

Type
Article No Qty Article No Qty Article No Qty Article No Qty Article No Qty
290A20 1800-04420
- - 1 12 12
290A30
290A40 1800-04422 1 1800-05320 1800-06175 1800-06484
1800-04445 1 2 24 24
DN150
290A40
1800-04424 - - 1 12 12
DN200
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7-8
22
20
15-23 6
19 24
7-8 1
25
15-16 9 11-12
100
10
13-14
17-18
Filter Item 9 Item 10 Item 11 Item 12

Type
Article No Qty Article No Qty Article No Qty Article No Qty
290A20 1800-05281 1800-01758 1 1800-06175 1800-06484
290A30
290A40 1800-05238 1 1800-01960 1 8 8
DN150 1800-06177 1800-06494
290A40
1800-05403 1800-01655
DN200
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7.3.2 SET OF GASKET FOR THE FILTER MAINTENANCE
The gaskets shown in the illustration for the filter housing and filtering unit can be ordered
separately or as a set. The set comprises of those listed in the table. It can be ordered by
quoting:
Set of gaskets for the filter housing - Article No. 1800-20094

4 1800-05320 O-ring FKM 2
131 1800-06909 Ball-bearing Steel + FKM 1
132 1800-05201 O-ring FKM 2
134 1800-06244 Cylindric pin Steel 2
135 1800-06130 Circlip Steel 2
136 1800-05316 O-ring FKM 1
138 1800-06191 Spring washer Steel 1
139 1800-05208 O-ring FKM 1
155 1800-05318 O-ring FKM 1
175 1800-05319 O-ring FKM 1
176 1800-05322 O-ring FKM 1
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
(*) Not used for 290A 20 30 and 40 (DN200) sizes.
154
155 131
134
135
132
6*
132
136
176
135
138
175 139
132
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7.4 FILTERING UNIT
7.4.1 PARTS LIST AND EXPLODED VIEW OF FILTERING UNIT PART
Article number : See table (Item 100)

101 See 7.4.2 Sleeve / Distribution - 1
102 See table below Full-flow rod Steel 4
103 See 7.4.5 Full-flow elements Ø290 - -
104 See 7.4.3 Full-flow spacer Assy - 1
105 1800-06155 Washer M Steel 4
106 1800-06441 Screw H Steel 8
107 1800-08198 Strainer Steel 1
Article number
Filter
Number of element Full-flow part Full-flow rod
Type
(100) (102)
290A20 20 1800-07226
290A30 30 See table below 1800-07227
290A40 40 1800-07228
Filtering unit (Item 100) Height H

Weight
Filter Number of Filtering code and rating
Size elements (mm)
(Kg)
R (25µm) T (34µm) X (45 µm)
290A20 20 1800-17258 1800-17261 1800-17264 390 27
290A30 30 1800-17259 1800-17262 1800-17265 530 34
290A40 40 1800-17260 1800-17263 1800-17266 670 41
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101
102
103 Ø360
66
104
105
H
106
107
104
106
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7.4.2 SLEEVE / DISTRIBUTOR ASSEMBLY

150
151
154
153
155
153
152
290A20 to 40 Sleeve / Distributor Assembly

150 1800-03953 Full-flow top cover Aluminum 1
151 See table below Sleeve Aluminum 1
153 See 7.4.4 Full-flow distributor Assy - 1
155 1800-05318 O-ring FKM 1
Article number
Filter Number of full-flow
Type elements per filter unit Sleeve / Distributor
Sleeve (151)
Assembly
290A20 20 1800-11120 1800-03870
290A30 30 1800-11121 1800-03871
290A40 40 1800-11122 1800-03872
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7.4.3 FULL-FLOW SPACER ASSEMBLY

Article number : 1800-11115
174
176
177
175
170
171
172
173
290A20 to 40 Full-flow spacer assembly

170 1800-03955 Full-flow spacer Aluminum 1
171 1800-06355 Spring Steel 8
172 1800-08150 Spring guide Steel 8
174 1800-07237 Column Steel 4
175 1800-05319 O-ring FKM 1
176 1800-05322 O-ring FKM 1
177 1800-03958 Full-flow counter spacer Aluminum 1
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

134
138 140
136
132
134
135 133
139
137 135
132
131
130
290DM20 to 40 Full-flow distributor assembly

130 1800-08040 Full-flow connector driver Steel 1
131 1800-06909 Ball bearing Steel, FKM 1
132 1800-05201 O-ring FKM 2
133 See table below Driver Steel 1
134 1800-06244 Cylindrical pin Steel 2
136 1800-05316 O-ring FKM 1
137 1800-04430 Full-flow distributor Cast iron 1
138 1800-06191 Spring washer Steel 1
139 1800-05208 O-ring FKM 1
140 1800-08039 Distributor thrust Steel 1
Filter Number of full-flow Article number

Type elements per filter unit Distributor Assembly Driver (133)
290A20 20 1800-11117 1800-07890
290A30 30 1800-11118 1800-07891
290A40 40 1800-11119 1800-07892
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7.4.5 FILTER ELEMENTS

Ø160
Ø290
Filtration code according to Full flow filter element
filter model (item 103) Article No.
R 1800-03202
T 1800-03203
X 1800-03204
Set of filtering elements :

Filtration code
Number of full-
Filter
flow elements R (25µm) T (34µm) X (45µm)
Size
in one set
Assembly number
290A20 20 1800-19491 1800-19494 1800-19497
290A30 30 1800-19492 1800-19495 1800-19498
290A40 40 1800-19493 1800-19496 1800-19499
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7.5 HYDRAULIC MOTOR
7.5.1 HYDRAULIC MOTOR EQUIPPED PART LIST
Article N°1800-12905 19

17 See chapter 7.5.2 Hydraulic motor - 1 18
18 1800-06155 Washer W Steel 2
19 1800-06443 Screw H Steel 2
17
7.5.2 HYDRAULIC MOTOR PART LIST
Article N°1800-12901

2 1800-01272 Motor cover Aluminium 1
5 1800-08004 Motor shaft Steel 1
8 1800-06907 Ball bearing Steel 2
9 1800-08244 Fixed ratchet Steel 1
10 1800-08158 Working ratchet Steel 1
11 1800-06367 Spring Steel 1
12 1800-07495 Driving pin Steel 1
13 1800-06200 Spring pin Steel 1
14 1800-02120 Liner Aluminium 1
15 1800-09663 Motor Piston Assy - 1
22 1800-06222 Pin Steel 1
28 1800-05203 O-ring FKM 2
33 1800-05631 Quad-ring gasket FKM 2
36 1800-01356 Inferior motor cover Aluminium 1
37 1800-07054 Feed column Steel 2
42 1800-05250 O-ring FKM 2
44 1800-05252 O-ring FKM 2
45 1800-07063 Spring guide Steel 2
46 1800-06171 Washer Steel 1
47 1800-06324 Nut Steel 1
48 1800-07617 Operating indicator Steel 1
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11
22
37
47
12
46
13
28
7
2
8
33
44
42
7 14
9 44
42
15
36
33
10
45
4AX-120
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7.5.3 SET OF GASKETS FOR THE HYDRAULIC MOTOR

The gaskets shown in the table below for the hydraulic motor are to be ordered as a set. The set
consists of those shown in the table.It can be ordered by quoting :
Set of gaskets for the hydraulic motor - Article No. 1800-20043
The complete set is required every time the hydraulic motor is overhauled, (removal and cleaning
of the hydraulic motor),

11 1800-06367 Spring Steel 1
12 1800-07495 Driving axle Steel 1
13 1800-06200 Spring pin Steel 1
28 1800-05203 O-ring FKM 6
33 1800-05631 Quad ring FKM 3
34 1800-05630 Quad ring FKM 2
42 1800-05250 O-ring FKM 2
44 1800-05252 O-ring FKM 2
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11
22
12
13
28
7
2
33
44
44
42
34
33
34
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7.5.4 PISTON ASSEMBLY
Article N° 1800-09663

17 1800-04706 Cover plate Steel 1
18 1800-05201 O-ring FKM 2
19 1800-07431 Slide valve C2 Steel 1
20 1800-07819 Column C2 Steel 1
21 1800-02421 Piston Aluminium 1
24 1800-07404 Driving pin Steel, Mild 2
25 1800-04707 Cover plate Steel 1
26 1800-06359 Spring Steel, Mild 2
27 1800-07820 Relay Steel, Mild 2
28 1800-05203 O-ring FKM 4
29 1800-05200 O-ring FKM 2
30 1800-07818 Column C1 Steel 1
31 1800-07430 Slide valve C1 Steel 1
32 1800-06551 FHC screw Steel 12
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16
19
24
32
22
17
26
28
33 27
34
31
21
18 28
29
34
29
28
18
28 25
27
32
26
16
4AX-121
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7.5.5 SET OF GASKETS FOR THE HYDRAULIC MOTOR PISTON ASSEMBLY

The gaskets shown in the table below for the HM piston assy are to be ordered as a set. The set
consists of those shown in the table.It can be ordered by quoting :
Set of gaskets for the HM piston assy - Article No. 1800-20058
The complete set is required every time the hydraulic motor is overhauled, (removal and clean-
ing of the hydraulic motor),

18 1800-05201 O-ring FKM 2
24 1800-07404 Driving axle Steel 2
28 1800-05203 O-ring FKM 6
29 1800-05200 O-ring FKM 2
32 1800-06551 FHc screw Steel 12
33 1800-05631 Quad ring FKM 3
34 1800-05630 Quad ring FKM 2
16
24
32
22
28 34
28
18 29
29
34
28
18
28 32
16
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8 TECHNICAL DATA AND DRAWINGS

8.1 VARIOUS DATA
FILTER CODE
Number of
Diameter of Automatic
full-flow Filtering code
filter elements filter
elements
Example 290 - A - 20 - R
Filter type
Filter size
Filter model
MOATTI FILTERING CODE/FILTER FINENESS
Moatti Filter fineness

filtering in m
code
Absolute 1) Nominal 2)
R 25 10
T 34 20
X 45 30
1) Absolute : Mesh size

(Sphere passing mesh)
2) Nominal : 85 - 90 % of all particles with a diameter

larger than the figure in the table are retained.
CAPACITIES
For information about capacities of the filters please contact Alfa Laval Moatti or the local Alfa Laval
representative.
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8.2 DIMENSIONED DRAWINGS
8.2.1 FILTER 290A

Volum
Empty
Filter size e
ØA ØC L L0 L1 L2 L3 L4 L7 L8 L9 L10 L11 weight
290 A oil
(kg)
(Litres)
20 DN125 Ø230 678 120 240 442 500 - 600 211 240 160 105 146 24
30 DN150 Ø285 845 170 300 559 667 190 740 214 255 160 140 182 33
40 DN150 Ø285 985 170 300 699 807 190 880 214 255 160 140 213 38
40 DN200 Ø340 1043 200 350 728 866 190 880 214 255 290 280 242 47
DENOMINATIONS
Q1 = Lube oil inlet flow. P1 = Filter inlet pressure.
Q2 = Lube oil outlet flow (to the engine). P2 = Filter outlet pressure.”
Q3 = Return to sump flow (or centrifugal filter outlet).
R1 = Return to sump flow (If Q3 connected to a centrifugal).
Counter flanges, gaskets and bolts belong to delevery.

Dimensions in mm where not otherwise stated.
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8.3 TECHNICAL DATA & SPECIFICATIONS
8.3.1 TRUNK-PISTON ENGINES APPLICATION
DATA VALUE
Filter fineness Full-flow 25 µm absolute (R)
34 µm absolute (T)
Max. Filter inlet pressure (P1 max) 12 bar
Min. Filter outlet pressure (P2 min) 3 bar
Normal filter outlet pressure (P2 norm) 3.5 - 7 bar
Max. counter pressure (P3 max) in "return to sump" (P3 max) 0.5 bar
Max. viscosity in the filter at normal operation 75 cSt
Max. temperature in the filter 120°C
* Normal ∆P (P1-P2) 0.2 – 0.4 bar
* Alarms ∆P (P1-P2) 0.8 / 1.2 bar
Min. required pressure difference between filter outlet
(P2) and "return to sump" (P3) (P2-P3) 2.8 bar
Back-flushing flow (% of pump capacity QP) 3-5%
Mounting position Horizontal or Vertical
Test pressure 24 bar
Housing material Nodular cast iron
8.3.2 X- HEAD ENGINES APPLICATION
DATA VALUE
Filter fineness Full-flow 34 µm absolute (T)
45 µm absolute (X)
Max. Filter inlet pressure (P1 max) 7 bar
Min. Filter outlet pressure (P2 min) 1.4 bar
Normal filter outlet pressure (P2 norm) 2 - 4 bar
Max. counter pressure (P3 max) in "return to sump"
· For P2 = 2 – 4 bar (P3 max) 0.5 bar
· For P2 = 1.4 – 2 bar (P3 max) 0.2 bar
Max. viscosity in the filter at normal operation 130 cSt
Max. temperature in the filter 70 °C
* Normal ∆P (P1-P2) 0,2 - 0,5 bar
* Alarm ∆P (P1-P2) 0,8 / 1,2 bar
Min. required pressure difference between filter outlet
(P2) and "return to sump" (P3) (P2-P3) 1,2 bar
Back-flushing flow (% of pump capacity QP) 3-5%
Mounting position Horizontal or Vertical
Test pressure 14 bar
Housing material Nodular cast iron
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8.3.3 COUNTER FLANGES
For filter inlet and outlet connection For “return to sump” connection
COUNTER FLANGE
O.RING
COUNTER FLANGE
O.RING
Art. N°
1800-05219
COUNTER FLANGES DIMENSIONS
Counter flanges for

Filter Counter flanges for filter inlet and filter outlet connection “return to sump”
size connection
290A 20 to 40 Couter flange O.Ring
DN d1 DxE Qty x d2 x K d5 x d6 x P DN A Art. N°
Art. N° Art. N°
144,7x159,3
20 125 141.4 230x22 8x18x190 1800-01756 1800-05434 40 49 1800-01497
x4,4
30 186x203
150 170.5 285x24 8x22x240 1800-01518 1800-05238 40 49 1800-01497
40 x5,8
235,5x254,7
40 200 221.8 340x24 8x22x295 1800-01531 1800-05403 40 49 1800-01497
x5,8
O.RING DIMENSIONS
Art. N° 1800-05434 1800-05238 1800-05403

d3 x d4 148,59 x 5,33 189,87 x 6,99 240,67 x 6,99
Counter flanges, gaskets and bolts belong to dilevery.

Dimensions in mm where not otherwise stated.
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For further information please feel free to contact:
Alfa Laval Moatti SAS
La Clef Saint Pierre,
10 Rue du Maréchal de Lattre de Tassigny
78997 Elancourt Cedex
France
Phone no.: + 33 130 81 81 81
Fax no.: + 33 130 81 81 70
Email : france.info@alfalaval.com
www.alfalaval.com
How to contact Alfa Laval

Contact details for all countries are continually updated on
our web site.
Please visit www.alfalaval.com to access the information.
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8. TECHNICAL DATA AND DRAWINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 101

Pay attention to the safety instructions in this booklet.

! This type of safety instruction is used

This type of safety instruction is used

1.2 WARNING SIGNS AND LABELS

The illustration on the side shows where to find the

Follow the safety precautions and instructions which

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THE SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND INSTRUCTIONS

Incorrect installation, operation and maintenance, or use

• Always follow safety regulations, local or general,

• Always follow Alfa Laval’s specifications concerning

• Always follow stated values for process parameters

• Always use ear-protection when working in noisy

• Never use the filter for filtering other liquids or liq-

• A filter has maximum and minimum safe operating

• Be careful when working near pipes, valves, heat-

• Never neglect alarms. They indicate a faulty condi-

IF YOU ARE UNCERTAIN ABOUT ANY POINTS CON-

1.4 WORKING PRACTICE

Good working practices help to avoid unnecessary dam-

! The warranty covering the equipment

In addition, any relevant classification society or local

1.6 ALFA LAVAL SERVICE AND SUPPORT

Contact details for all countries are continually updated

If there is anything in this manual about which you are

Alfa Laval Moatti sas®

or your local Alfa Laval representative.

The complete filter comprises three main

The filtering unit is completely contained

Various optional equipment can also be

2.2 MAIN ASSEMBLIES

2.2.1 FILTER HOUSING

E • Filter body (1)

• Spacer body (2), if fitted

The full-flow chamber (E) contains the full-

2.2.2 FILTERING UNIT

The filtering unit comprises a «sleeve» (151)

Filtering unit 137

Section of filtering unit

A full-flow filter element has the opening on

2.2.3 HYDRAULIC MOTOR

The hydraulic motor (1000) is located on top of the

Hydraulic motor The hydraulic motor contains a piston (20) that

Valves in the cylinder are activated by the move-

Location of hydraulic motor

The following accessories are attached to the

• Pressure drop indicator (PDI) with

• One inspection cover (10) bolted-in the filter

• inlet from sump (Q1)

See also chapter 8.

2.2.5 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT

The following optional equipment can be

• Inspection cover fitted with magnetic plates

• Set of gaskets for the filter housing and for

• Air/water sprayer for cleaning clogged filter

Filters of this type are used for the full-flow filtration of

They can be low-speed / 2 strokes engines, as well as