Commissioning, Startup, Operation, and Shutdown
12. Place one washer over the bolt and insert the bolt through the round hole where the push
nut and clip-on nut are located. Be sure to tighten the bolt firmly.
Bearing lubrication
Precautions
WARNING:
Make sure to properly lubricate the bearings. Failure to do so can result in excess heat generation,
sparks, and premature failure.
NOTICE:
Bearings must be lubricated properly in order to prevent excess heat generation, sparks
and premature failure.
Do not insulate bearing housings as this can result in excess heat generation, sparks, and
premature failure.
Avoid equipment damage. Refer to driver/coupling/gear manufactures IOM for instructions and
recommendations for lubrication.
Pumps are shipped without oil
You must lubricate oil-lubricated bearings at the job site.
Ring oil lubrication
Ring oil-lubricated bearings are standard. Bearing housings are supplied with constant-level
oilers and sight glasses. Make sure that oil rings are properly seated in the grooves in the shaft.
Pure or purge oil-mist lubrication
Pure or purge oil mist are optional features. Follow the oil-mist generator manufacturer's
instructions. The inlet and outlet connections are located on the top and bottom of the bearing
housing, respectively.
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