Grove Gear Helical-Worm Cast Iron (S Series) - Manual (Page 6)

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Lubrication & Installation
Important Selection Information
Read ALL instructions and safety precautions prior to operating
unit. Injury to personnel or unit failure may be caused by
improper installation, maintenance, or operation.
Check to verify that the application does not exceed the
capacities published in the current catalog.
Written authorization from GROVE GEAR is required to operate
or use gear units in man lift or people moving devices.
The system of connected rotating parts must be free from
critical speed, torsional, or other type vibration, regardless of
how induced. The responsibility for this system analysis lies
with the purchaser of the gear unit.
Buyer shall be solely responsible for determining the
adequacy of the product for any and all uses to which the
buyer shall apply the product. The application by buyer shall
not be subject to any implied warranties of merchantability or
fitness for a particular purpose.
Lubrication
All GROVE GEAR Helical Worm gearmotors and gear reducers
are supplied with the correct quantity of lubricating oil for the
mounting position specified at time of order.
Before Installation
Review the approved mounting positions and
lubrication levels identified on page 4 of these instructions. Do
not deviate from the mounting positions or lubrication levels
shown without contacting the factory.
For transportation, the units are supplied as sealed gearcases,
i.e., in place of the breather plug, a socket head plug is
installed. The breather plug accompanies the unit in the
lubrication instructions and hardware envelope.
Before Operating
After final installation, install the breather plug in the location
specified on page 4 for the appropriate mounting position.
Do not operate the unit without making sure it
contains the correct amount of oil. The oil level is correct
when surface of the oil is level with the lowest point of the
level plug shown on page 4.
Do not overfill or underfill with oil. This could
result in damage to unit and/or injury to personnel.
Changing Lubricant
After the first 200 hours of operation, drain out initial oil, and
refill. Thereafter, oil should be changed at least every 2500
operating hours (5,000 for synthetic oil lubricant) or every 6
months (12 months for synthetic oil lubricant) — whichever
occurs first.
Oil should be changed with greater frequency
if unit is used in a severe environment such as dusty or humid.
If the unit cannot be located in a clean and dry
area with access to an adequate cooling air supply, then
precautions must be taken to avoid ingestion of contaminants
such as water, and to avoid a reduction of cooling ability due
to exterior contaminants.
Wear protective clothing and eye shields when
installing or maintaining unit and machine.
Oil, housings, and other components can reach
high temperatures during operation, and can cause severe
burns. Use extreme care when removing lubrication plugs and
vents while servicing the unit.
Variations From Normal Conditions
Input speeds other than 1750 rpm, may require an
adjustment in the oil level. Consult GROVE GEAR for special
lubricant recommendations when operating at higher or
lower speeds.
APPROVED LUBRICANTS
For Double and Triple Reduction Units
and the Secondary Unit of Quad Reduction Units
LUBRICANT AGMA ISO-ASTM
NUMBER VISCOSITY GRADE
Mobil 600W 7 Comp. 460
Cylinder Oil
For the Primary of Quad Reduction Units
LUBRICANT AGMA ISO-ASTM
NUMBER VISCOSITY GRADE
Mobilgear 630 5 EP 220
For continuous operation of Helical Worm Gear Drives
with ambient temperature of 40-100°F (4° to 38°C) and
operating temperature to 225°F (107°C).
Mobilgear 600W Cylinder Oil is a premium quality heavy
bodied lubricant formulated for enclosed worm gear drives.
Lubricants of this general type and meeting the above
specifications may be substituted where GROVE GEAR
LUBRICANTS are recommended. Lubricant selected must be
compatible with nitrile rubber seals. For ambient temperature
above 100°F (38°C), below 40°F (4°C), operating temperature
above 225°F (107°C), or intermittent duty, consult the factory.
MOBILGEAR 630 LUBRICANT is a heavy duty industrial
gear lubricant containing sulfur phosphorous antiwear
additives. Lubricants of this general type and meeting the
above specifications may be substituted where MOBILGEAR
LUBRICANTS are recommended.
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