3 Preparation for Operation
3.1 Pump Bearings
Oil lubrication
Oil lubricated pumps are not lubricated at the factory. A high quality turbine 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. Set oiler per dimensions A and B shown in
. Check the assembly dimension print for proper location.
Figure 21:
Under normal operating conditions, an oil of 300 SSU viscosity at 100F )Approximately SAE-20) should
be used. For extreme conditions refer to the factory 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 oil level remains in the bottle. Several fillings 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 sodium lithium base, NGLI #2 consistency. Do not use graphite. Further greasing
instructions are included in
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Model 3415 Installation, Operation, and Maintenance Manual