Commissioning, Startup, Operation & Shutdown
236 Series Twin-Screw Pump -
Installation, Operation & Maintenance Manual
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Oil volume requirements
Pump Size
Non Drive End Grease
Volume
(Greased for Life)
Drive End Housing Oil
Volume
liter
Ounces
liter
gallons
088 & 105
N/A
N/A
1.5
0.4
118 & 135
N/A
N/A
2.5
0.7
150 & 165
N/A
N/A
4.0
1.1
180 & 195
N/A
N/A
6.0
1.6
210 & 225
N/A
N/A
8.5
2.2
244
N/A
N/A
12.0
3.2
265
N/A
N/A
16.0
4.2
Above 265
Refer to Order Specific GA and IOM Addenda
Lubricating-oil requirements
Oil quality requirements
Use a
high-grade synthetic gear oil
with
anti-foaming agents; oxidation and
corrosion inhibitors. It is suggested that the oils conform approximately to the
following characteristics.
Maximum pumped fluid temperature
100°C (212°F)
160°C (320°F)
>160°C (>320°F)
Bearing Alarm temperature
82°C (180°F)
120°C (248°F)
120°C (248°F)
Bearing Shutdown temperature
93°C (200°F)
132°C (270°F)
132°C (270°F)
ISO Synthetic Grade
VG100
VG220
VG680
Viscosity, kinematic @ 40
o
C (104°F)
95 - 105 cSt
215 - 225 cSt
670
– 690 cSt
Viscosity, kinematic @ 100
o
C (212°F) 13 cSt
30 cSt
75 cSt
Viscosity Index, Min
140
140
140
Flash point, Min
220 °C (428°F)
220 °C (428°F)
220 °C (428°F)
Acceptable lubricants
Replacement Oil must be the same as, or equivalent to the above.
Grease quality requirements
N/A
– Greased for Life is utilized for grease lubricated bearings
Lubricate the bearings with oil
WARNING:
Risk of explosive hazard and premature failure from sparks and heat generation. Ensure
That the bearings are properly lubricated prior to startup.
