Lubrication Requirements
KVAL 990-F4 Service Manual
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About Taper Bearings
Taper bearings are used for moving the axises of heavy loads with stability. The tapered roller
bearing in combination with lubricants is extremely durable and is used in applications involving
rotating axle and transmission shafts.
Note:
Bearing durability is such an asset that the bearing blocks often require little
maintenance for the life of the machine.
FIGURE 3-4.
Sample of Tapered Bearing
Tapered Bearing Housings
The taper bearings differ from other machine bearing assemblies, in that they are in a sealed envi
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ronment. To identify a
Tapered Bearing Housing
, look at the enclosure and verify there are seals
between the screw and the housing.
FIGURE 3-5.
Tapered Bearing Housing
Greasing
Cross Section of
Tapered Bearing
Tapered Bearing
Tapered Bear
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ing Housing
Tapered Bearing Seals