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4.8 LUBRICATION
DANGER
There is a risk associated with the lubrication media breaking down and
resulting in a hazardous fluid or vapour. There may also be a hazard
associated with the ignition of the lubrication media. Refer to the lubrication
manufacture’s applicable instruction for safety precautions.
WARNING
Never attempt to change or add oil while the blower is in operation. Failure
to comply with this warning could result in damage to the equipment and
serious personal injury. Oil must be checked while the blower is NOT
running.
WARNING
Properly dispose of the spent lubricants. Refer to the manufacturer of the
lubricant and any regulations to assure proper and safe disposal.
CAUTION
Do not start the blower until you are sure oil has been put in the gear
housing and front cover. Operation of the blower without proper lubrication
will cause the blower to fail and void the warranty.
4.8.1 OIL FILL INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE
Do not start up the blower until you are certain that it has been properly and
fully lubricated.
NOTE
Only check oil level when the machine is shut-down.
Before starting the unit, fill oil reservoir as instructed below. (see Figure 4 for
reference)
1. Pre-measure oil capacity for blower.
2.
Remove oil fill cap
3.
Pour oil through fill hole until oil appears in the oil level safety indicator.
4. Slowly bring oil level up to the center of the indicator.
5. Allow at least 10 minutes for the oil level to equalize and add or remove as
required.
6.
Reinstall oil fill cap.
NOTE
It is important to maintain the proper oil level in the blower. Severe damage
can occur if the blower is overfilled.
MODEL
OIL
QUARTS
LITERS
Qube 400
0.75 – 1
0.71 – 0.95
Qube 800
2 – 2.5
1.9 – 2.4
Qube 1600
5 – 6
4.7 – 5.7
