SKF LUBRILEAN Basic, Operating Manual

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Functional Description Page A - 3
EN
The spray stream must be kept
away from every type of fire, e.g.
open flames, sparks, lit ciga-
rettes, etc. The aerosol must not
be sprayed onto hot surfaces.
The general rules and safety regulations for
work with compressed air-bearing machines
and devices must be observed.
Use the units only in technically perfect condi-
tion for the intended use. Be aware of hazards
and observe the operating manual.
The safety mechanisms must not be damaged,
dismantled, or in any way made inoperable, nor
must they be replaced by parts which have not
been expressly approved of by SKF.
In the case of a malfunction, the system must be
disconnected from the compressed air supply
as quickly as possible, e.g. by triggering the
quick-action coupling on the compressed air
connection.
The electrical connection and all interventions
such as repairs, component replacement, etc.
may be carried out only by accordingly qualified
and instructed personnel.
Unauthorised alteration of the device and use of
unapproved spare parts and auxiliaries are not
allowed.
Worn-out systems must be made inoperable
and disposed of properly.
Functional Description
Principle of minimum-quantity lubrica-
tion
Minimum-quantity lubrication system lubrication
involves a loss or consumption lubrication, i.e.
the lubricant is used up almost completely dur-
ing processing so that a preparation is not nec-
essary in the cycle. An air current of finely dis-
tributed drops of oil, known as aerosol,
performs the actual task of lubricating the point
between the tool and workpiece. The minimum-
quantity lubrication system can assure an effec-
tive lubrication of cutting processes with the
smallest amounts of lubricant. The arduous task
of cleaning and disposing large amounts of lu-
bricant and cooling lubricant is, if necessary at
all, made much easier.
Aerosol Production
The L
UBRI
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Digital , L
UBRI
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Digital and
LubriLeanVario minimum-quantity central lubri-
cation systems produce a very homogenous ae-
rosol with respect to the size and distribution of
the oil drops because the lubricant is sprayed in
a controlled manner. The functional principle of
the spray nozzles allow the production of aero-
sols with drops ranging in size from approx. 15
– 35
μ
m.