Lincoln ZPU 08, Operating Instructions Manual, Page: 26 / 57

Operating Instructions
Pump ZPU 08 ATEX
810-53711-1 Page 26 / 57
Rev.: 003
31/07/2017
3. Lubricant
Lubricants are used specifically for certain application purposes. In order to fulfil
their tasks, lubricants must fulfil various requirements to varying extents. The most
important requirements for lubricants are:
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Reduction of abrasion and wear
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Corrosion protection
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Noise minimisation
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protection against contamination or penetration of foreign objects
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Cooling (primarily with oils)
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longevity (physical/ chemical stability)
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Compatibility with as large a number of materials as possible
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economic and ecological aspects.
3.1. Selection of lubricants
A suitable lubricant is selected already when designing the machine and forms the
basis for the planning of a centralized lubrication system.
The selection is made by the manufacturer/ operator of the machine, preferably
together with the lubricant supplier based on the requirement profile defined by the
specific application.
Should you have little or no experience with the selection of lubricants for
centralized lubrication systems, please contact SKF. You will avoid possible costly
downtimes through damage to your machine/ system or damage to the centralized
lubrication system.
3.2. Ageing of lubricants
After a prolonged downtime, the lubricant must be inspected prior to
recommissioning as to whether it is still suitable for use due to chemical or physical
ageing. We recommend that you undertake this inspection already after a machine
downtime of 1 week. If doubts arise as to the suitability of the lubricant, please
replace it prior to re-commissioning and, if necessary, undertake initial lubrication
manually.