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Monthly
NOTE: Disconnect power to the machine at its source before performing the monthly maintenance
procedures.
1. Each month or after every 200 hours of operation, lubricate the
bearings. Locate the bearing lubrication decal on the rear, right
of the washer-extractor.
a. The lubricant must have the following characteristics:
- NLGI Grade 2 - Water-insoluble - Anti-oxidizing
- Lithium-based - Anti-rusting - Mechanically stable
The lubricant must have adequate base oil viscosity with one
of the following ratings:
- ISO VG150 (135-165 CST at 40°C or 709-871 SUS at
100°F
- ISO VG 220 (198-242 CST at 40°C or 1047-1283 SUS at
100°F
- An SAE 40 rating is also acceptable as long as the CST or
SUS values are within the specified ranges
b. Pump the grease gun slowly, permitting only 2 strokes.
2. Use the following procedures to determine if the V-belt(s)
require replacement or adjustment. Call a qualified service
technician in either case.
a. Check the V-belt(s) for uneven wear and frayed edges.
b. After disconnecting power to the washer-extractor and
removing all panels necessary for access to the drive belt, use
one of the following methods to verify that the v-belts are
properly tensioned.
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Tension Gauge
. Loosen the motor mounting bolts and slide
the motor along the motor plate to change the span length.
UWPV belt tension should be between 70 and 90 pounds
(± 5 pounds). Set the initial tension toward the high end of
this range.
