Flexxaire FX 2000 Series, Manual

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Page 2-10 01523r7.wpd Section 2 - Hydraulic Fan Group June 14, 2007 Printed in Canada
2.3.
SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE
The Flexxaire
®
FX Fan is a maintenance free
product and is “ Sealed For Life ”. It does not
require any regular maintenance.
2.3.1. Recommended Best Practices
These everyday best practices are recommended
to keep your Flexxaire fan system working for you.
2.3.1.1 Fan Blades
A physical fan blade inspection is recommended
for every 1000 operating hours. Inspect for any
physical damage from foreign contact. If blades
are damaged, chipped or cracked, replace them as
soon as possible. Contact Flexxaire for further
assistance.
2.3.1.2 Mechanical Inspection
A physical fan inspection is recommended for
every 1000 operating hours. Inspect the rear seal
to ensure that there is no oil leaking. Contact
Flexxaire for further assistance.
2.3.1.3 Checking Hub Oil
An optional oil level check is recommended for
every 1000 operational hours or if there is reason
to believe the fan is losing oil. The fan contains
MOBIL Synthetic SHC629 oil. Refer to
Table 2
below for other oil alternatives. Oil should be
added as per section
2.3.2.
MFG. OIL TYPE GRADE FAN OP. TEMP.
ºC ( ºF)
AMSOIL SYNTHETIC H/T-68 SAE 30 -45 (-50) TO 135 (275)
AMSOIL SYNTHETIC 0W-30 SERIES 2000 -50 (-58) TO 135 (275)
AMSOIL SYNTHETIC 20W-50 SERIES 2000 -35 (-30) TO 135 (275)
CASTROL SYNTHETIC SYNTEC FSX 5W-50 -43 (-45) TO 135 (275)
CATERPILLAR NON SYNTHETIC TO-4 SAE 30 -22 (-8) TO 80 (180)
CATERPILLAR NON SYNTHETIC TO-4 SAE 50 0 (32) TO 80 (180)
ESSOTRANS NON SYNTHETIC TO-4 SAE 30 -22 (-8) TO 80 (180)
ESSOTRANS NON SYNTHETIC TO-4 SAE 50 0 (32) TO 80 (180)
ESSO/EXXON SYNTHETIC TERESSTIC-SHP-68 -45 (-50) TO 135 (275)
ESSO/EXXON SYNTHETIC TERESSTIC-SHP-100 -45 (-50) TO 135 (275)
MOBIL SYNTHETIC DELVAC 1 5W-40 -45 (-50) TO 135 (275)
MOBIL SYNTHETIC SHC 626 -45 (-50) TO 135 (275)
MOBIL SYNTHETIC SHC 629 -35 (-30) TO 135 (275)
QUAKER STATE SYNTHETIC SYNQUEST 5W-50 -50 (-58) TO 135 (275)
Table 2 . Approved Oils And Service Properties