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9.0 Trouble Shooting
1.
NO LUBRICANT ON WIRE ROPE AFTER START UP
a) Check lubricant container content.
b) Check lubricator pump air shut-off valve is open.
c) Check air pressure on gauge.
d) Check lubricant control valve is open (for High Speed Kits only).
2.
INADEQUATE LUBRICANT COVERAGE
a) Utilize lubricant drum heater or change to lighter viscosity if ambient
temperature is 5ºC or below.
b) Increase air pressure and hence lubricant flow, until correct quantity
of lubrication is on wire rope.
c) Open lubricant flow control valve fully to increase lube flow.
d) Reduce wire rope speed to ensure complete coverage.
3.
TOO MUCH LUBRICANT ON WIRE ROPE
a) Reduce volume of lubricant via the flow control valve (for High
Speed Kits only).
b) Increase wire rope speed through the lubricator collar.
c) Use a combination of both.
d) Investigate type of wire rope lubricant used.
e) Measure rope diameter and ensure correct seals in use.
4.
LEAKING FROM COLLAR
a) Tighten collar clamping screws
b) Check correct Viper seal is being used for wire rope size.
c) Check air pressure, reduce if required.
d) Adjust Lubricant flow rate from control valve.
e) Check condition of seals for any damage.
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