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Filtrex FO-100

Filtrex Filtrex FO-100 is a marine fuel-oil filter in the supplied category 'Fuel Oil Treatment / Fuel Oil Filter'. It is normally installed in the fuel treatment or fuel supply system in the engine room, upstream of machinery that requires clean fuel. It is intended to remove particulate contamination from fuel before it reaches pumps, heaters, injection equipment or other downstream consumers. Compared with neighbouring entries in the same series, the supplied list identifies this unit by its model designation; the meaning of any embedded size or rating code should be confirmed in manufacturer documentation. In service it interfaces with fuel inlet and outlet piping, isolation or changeover valves, differential-pressure indication, drains and any heating or automatic backflushing arrangement fitted. Model-specific limits, settings, dimensions and acceptance criteria that are not stated in the supplied data should be taken from the manufacturer documentation.

Components & Design

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Technical Data

filter type inline
medium fuel_oil

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Common failures & inspection points

Filter-element loading increases differential pressure and restricts fuel flow, noticed as low downstream pressure or fuel-supply alarms
Seal or cover leakage releases fuel and can draw air into the system, causing unstable downstream pressure
Bypass or changeover-valve faults allow unfiltered fuel to pass or prevent safe transfer between filter chambers
Sludge or water accumulation blocks drains and accelerates element fouling
Heating or automatic cleaning faults, where fitted, can cause high viscosity, repeated backflushing or loss of filtration capacity

Service & Maintenance

Monitor differential pressure and inspect for leakage, correct valve alignment and drain condition. Replace or clean elements using the approved procedure and keep dirt from entering the clean side during service. For exact element grade, pressure limits, heating requirements and replacement criteria, refer to manufacturer and vessel fuel-system documentation.

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Replacement Parts

Carry the correct filter elements, cover gaskets and O-rings, drain and vent seals, changeover-valve service parts and any automatic-cleaning components recommended for the installed filter.
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