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375 Caterpillar Standard and Aftercooled/Filtered Operator’s Manual and Parts List
MAINTENANCE
First and Second Stage Discharge Air Filter 
Maintenance – Aftercooled & Filtered Models
General
Refer to Figure 5-7. Familiarity with the ltration process 
and the unit’s monitoring system (consisting of a compete 
set of gauges) will enable the operator to locate and 
analyze malfunctions.
The rst and second stage lter element should be 
changed when the pressure drop reaches the red band on 
the pressure differential gauge.
Daily Operation
Check the automatic drain trap daily to ensure it is 
operating properly.
First and Second Stage Element Replacement
Depressurize the lter and remove the lter housing. 1. 
Remove the element.2. 
Clean the inside of the lter housing, if necessary.3. 
Install a new element and gaskets  4. 
(P/N 02250153-294 FIRST STAGE) 
(P/N 02250153-305 SECOND STAGE)
Reassemble the unit and check for air leaks.5. 
Record the initial pressure drop when the compressor 6. 
is started.
Safety
Toxic And Irritating Substances 
DO NOT use air from this lter as a source for respiration 
(breathing air) except when in compliance with OSHA 
STANDARDS 29 CFR 1910, and all other applicable 
Federal, state, or local codes or regulations. 
O-Ring1. 
Filter Element2. 
Filter Housing3. 
Figure 5-7: First and Second Stage Discharge Air 
Filter (Optional) 
These lters will not remove water vapor, oil vapor, carbon 
monoxide, or other toxic gases. 
The rst stage lter efciently removes contaminants such 
as ash, dust, water aerosols, lubricant mist, carbon 
particles, rust and other contaminants (0.3 microns and 
larger). 
The second stage lter removes particulates and all 
lubricant aerosols of 0.01 micron size and larger.
Design Ratings 
Design ratings are 150°F (66°C) maximum air inlet 
temperature. All welded lter housings are ASME code 
stamped for 250 psig (17.3 bar) maximum working 
pressure. 
 
WARNING
Death or serious injuries can result 
from inhaling compressed air without 
using proper safety equipment. (See 
applicable OSHA Standards)