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Re-lubrication
In principle, the precise date for subsequent lubrication and the
volume of lubricant required should be determined under actual
operating conditions.
If the lubrication intervals are excessively long or if the volume of lubricant
is inadequate, this will be indicated by a reddish-brown discoloration of the
lubricant, primarily in the reversing position of the stroke movement. In such
cases, re-lubricate immediately and correct the lubrication interval and volume
of lubricant.
Clean the guide rail and the lubrication nipple.
Fill the guide carriage via a lubrication nipple with the following volumes of
lubricant:
Oil injection lubrication: approx. 0.02 cm
3
per hour
Grease lubrication: reference value 0.5 g - 1.2 g
or at least until fresh grease is expelled.
Move the guide carriage along the entire stroke or for a distance of at least twi-
ce the length of the guide carriage.Ensure that the guide rails are covered with
a visible film of lubricant along their entire length. Apply additional lubricant if
necessary.
Prior to any long period out of service and before resuming operation, the
Linear Guide System should be re-lubricated with oil or grease.
Maintenance
Apart from errors during assembly, the principal causes of
damage to Linear Guide System PS 4-15 are inadequate protec-
tion against contamination and lack of lubrication. Therefore,
it is important to ensure that the wipers, which also perform a
sealing function, are protected from damage. The lubrication
intervals should be determined by the operating conditions of
the Linear Guide System.
Replacing the Wipers
The wiper elements mounted at the head end of the guide
carriages must be replaced if they are damaged or exhibit
accelerated wear.
Depending on the operating conditions, check the wipers at six-monthly inter-
vals or if a visual check of the function of the wipers reveals excess seepage of
lubricant. They must be replaced where necessary.
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The wipers can be replaced even while the carriage is mounted on the guide
rail.
Never unscrew the carriage end cap!
Insert a 1 mm diameter wire into the holes (e) in the wiper and prise the lateral
parts from the end cap. Disengage the locating tab (f) of the wiper below the lu-
brication nipple using a normal flat-bladed screwdriver and withdraw the wiper
from the guide rail.
Place a new wiper (No. 0.0.443.09) onto the guide rail and push it towards the
end cap, ensuring precise alignment.
Using a normal flat-ended screwdriver, push the wiper carefully into the rear
slots of the end cap. Take care to ensure that the locating hooks are not bent.
Push the guide carriage to ensure the wipers are properly engaged.
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