STANDARD OPERATING

PRACTICE

Cleaning of Y- Strainers
on HVAC system

Version 1

9th May 2016

 SOP for Cleaning of Y Strainer
V1.0 9th May 2016

Table of Contents

1. OBJECTIVE................................................................................................................................3
2. SCOPE.........................................................................................................................................3
3. DEFINITIONS..............................................................................................................................3
4. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT..............................................................................................3
5. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES..........................................................................................3
6. STANDARD PRACTICES.........................................................................................................3
7. REFERENCES............................................................................................................................4

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1. OBJECTIVE
This document aims to provide basic information on the standard practices on cleaning of Y-
Strainers in HVAC system

2. SCOPE
This document provides guidance on the standard requirements in cleaning Y-Strainer
including: authorizations, safety protocol and permit requirements.

3. DEFINITIONS

3.1. Y-Strainers: A coarse filter pipe line can also be used for gas or other media filter large
particles, can be installed in the pipe to remove the larger solids in the fluid, the machinery
and equipment, instrument can work and operate to achieve a stable process, protect the
safety role.
3.2. PPE: This refers to the Personal Protective Equipment required to be worn in the entire
duration of work.

4. MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT

4.1 Basic PPE

4.2 Tools for disassembling Y-Strainers

5. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

5.1 Facilities Manager

5.2 HVAC Engineer
5.3 HVAC Technicians

6. STANDARD PRACTICES

The following constitute standard practices in cleaning of y strainer:

6.1 PROCEDURE

6.1.1 Turn off unit at the thermostat then close both ball valves to the unit, these
valves have a red handle on them.
6.1.2 Locate the water supply side, this will have water inlet sticker on the unit. This
is the side the Strainer is on.
6.1.3 Locate the drain fitting on the end of strainer and make sure the small red valve
is in the off possession, then remove the cap (you may need the channel locks
for this) and place the can under the drain. Open the small red valve slowly to
release the pressure on the pipe.
Note: you should only remove a small amount of water at this point.

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6.1.4 When pressure and water stop, place the pipe wrench on the main part of the
strainer and the wrench on the bolt end of the strainer.Turn the wrench
counter clockwise and hold the pipe wrench so the strainer will not move. If
you are unable to remove the strainer this way then us your channel locks and
pipe wrench and remove the drain end of the valve. After removing drain use
the socket and ratchet in place of the wrench and remove the end of the
strainer.
6.1.5 After removal of the strainer inspect the screen and clean all debris from it. You
can soak it in chemical solution or use brush to clean it.
6.1.6 Reinstall screen back in to the strainer, if the drain has been removed use the
Teflon tape around the threads.
6.1.7 Once all fittings are back on, open the supply line valve first and slowly. Once
open, check for leaks. If no leaks are found open the return line valve. Once
both valves are open, you my turn on the unit.

6.2 FREQUENCY

6.2.1 This information is to help you properly remove and reinstall the strainer on
your unit for cleaning. This procedure should be done at least twice per year to
maintain good performance and operation of your unit.

7. REFERENCES
Operations and Maintenance Manual

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