Sterling SXS Series User Manual
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Refilling lubricant
The grease reaches through the circulating grooves and bores via lubrication nipples into the
interior of the bearing.
The greasing quantity is .13 to .22 lbs (60 to 100 g) roller bearing grease F3 per bearing.
Grease Nipple
Replacing Lubricant
Renewing the lubricant between intervals is only necessary when there unusual noises or
overheating. Mounting and dismounting of the bearings must be carried out in accordance
with the instructions in this operation manual (see replacing the bearings).
1. Open the bearing.
2. Remove the bearing housing and the bearing cover.
3. Clean the bearing carefully using petroleum ether.
NOTE: Petroleum ether, petroleum, spirit, aqueous neutral or alkaline
cleaning agents may be used to clean the bearings. After washing
out, the bearing must immediately be preserved using lubricant, in
order to avoid corrosion.
4. Fill bearing with approved lubricant (refer to the “List of Lubricants”).