Maintenance
WP 1550A/AW
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5.4
Exciter Lubrication
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The exciter assembly is a self-contained, sealed unit. The bearings are
lubricated using automatic transmission fluid (see Technical Data for
type). Change fluid once every year or 300 hours of operation. When
changing fluid, replace O-ring (a).
To change fluid:
5.4.1
Remove beltguard, belt, and hose from water tank.
5.4.2
Remove four screws (b) securing console assembly to baseplate and
lift console assembly from baseplate.
5.4.3
Remove end cover (c) from bearing exciter assembly. Outer bearing
race will remain with cover.
5.4.4
Tip baseplate up and drain fluid from exciter assembly. Dispose of
used fluid in an appropriate manner. Contact local recycling center.
5.4.5
Add 150 ml (5 ounces) of automatic transmission fluid to exciter
housing and fasten end cover to exciter. Do not overfill exciter or
bearings may overheat.
5.4.6
Assemble console assembly to baseplate and install belt, beltguard,
and hose to water tank.
