Hale 80FC - Manual (Page 64)

❑ Preventive Maintenance
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2. Remove the Oil FILL and DRAIN (magnetic) plug and drain the gearbox oil
into a suitable container. For container size based on gearbox capacity, see
“Appendix C1: Lube and Sealant Specifications” on page 139. Have clean
disposable shop rags and oil dry handy.
3. Examine the oil for contamination (e.g., water – turns the oil a milky color or
settles to the bottom). Also see Section 5 Troubleshooting, heading
“Water/Moisture in Pump Gearbox.” on page 65
4. Properly dispose of the used oil in accordance with you local environ-
mental ordinances.
Inspect the magnetic drain plug. If metal filings are present, repair or
replace gearbox components as necessary. See Section 6c “Gearbox
Repair” on page 123. Also clean the drain plug (magnetic).
5. Reinstall the DRAIN (magnetic) plug, using suitable thread sealant.
6. Fill the gearbox with an approved gear oil until oil just begins trickling from
the oil LEVEL plug opening. (See Figure 4-1: “Typical Drain, Fill and Level
Plugs” on page 57.) For gearbox capacity and approved oil, see “Appendix
C1: Lube and Sealant Specifications” on page 139.
7. Reinstall all pipe plugs using an appropriate thread sealant - see heading
“Loctite Sealant” on page 140.
8. Run the pump for a short period, then recheck the oil level before returning
unit to operation.
Change Pedestal Oil
1. Remove the reservoir DRAIN plug. (See Figure 4-2: “Typical Pedestal Oil
Servicing” on page 58.)
Have clean disposable shop rags and oil dry handy and a suitable container
to collect the fluid.
2. Remove the oil FILL plug and replace the drain plug, using suitable thread
sealant.
3. If the oil appears white or “milky,” a water leak is indicated. Remove the
DRAIN plug and drain the oil into a suitable container. Examine the oil for
metal flakes or other contamination.
Note: If water leak / contamination is suspected, see heading “Troubleshooting” on
page 49.