3 Preparation for operation
3.1 Pump bearings
Oil lubrication
1.
Oil lubricated pumps are not lubricated at the factory. A high quality turbine type oil, with rust and
oxidation inhibitors, should be used. Constant level oilers are supplied with most oil lubricated
pumps. They are included in the box of fittings which accompanies the pump. The oiler needs to
be set to maintain proper oil level. The adjustment should be made per the instructions below.
See Figure 19. Correct dimensions for A and B are giving in
the assembly dimension print for proper location.
Figure 19:
Under normal operating conditions, an oil of 300
SSU viscosity at 100°F. ( approximately SAE-20) should be used. For extreme conditions refer to the fac-
tory or a lubrication expert for a recommendation.
Fill the bottle with the proper grade of oil and replace in the oiler housing. Oil reservoir in bearing housing
is filled when an oil level remains in the bottle. Several fillings of bottle will be required. Never fill through
the oil vent or through the oiler without use of the bottle.
Grease lubrication
Grease lubricated pumps can be identified by the grease fittings located on the bearing housing. Suffi-
cient lubricant is inserted at the factory for 2,000 hours of operation. Do not grease at too frequent inter-
vals.
It is suggested that additional or replacement lubricant be added after 2,000 hours or at three-month in-
tervals.
The lubricant should be renewed in the housings at least once annually. This should be done when the
annual overhaul is made.
The grease should be of sodium lithium base, NGLI #2 consistency. Do not use graphite. Further greas-
ing instructions are included in
Vertical pump bearings
The bearing above the pump support plate is a ball bearing and is grease lubricated. Follow the previous
instructions for grease lubrication.
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