Chicago Pneumatic Lubricator 43 Safety And Operating Instructions Manual page 10

Safety and operating instructions
♦ Switch off the air supply to the lubricator.
Vent the air line, to remove trapped air.
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Clean around the outside of the filler plug to
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prevent dirt from entering the lubricator.
Unscrew the filler plug by two turns, which opens
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the venting duct and releases any remaining
compressed air in the lubricator.
Fill the lubricator with oil.
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Re-fit and tighten the filler plug. The lubricator is
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now ready for use.
Maintenance
Regular maintenance is a basic requirement for the
continued safe and efficient use of the lubricator.
Follow the maintenance instructions carefully.
Before starting maintenance on the lubricator,
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clean it in order to avoid exposure to hazardous
substances.
Use only authorised parts. Any damage or
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malfunction caused by the use of unauthorised
parts is not covered by warranty or product
liability.
When cleaning mechanical parts with solvent,
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comply with appropriate health and safety
regulations and ensure there is satisfactory
ventilation.
For major service to the lubricator, contact your
♦
nearest authorised workshop.
Every day
Before undertaking any maintenance on the
lubricator, always switch off the air supply and then
disconnect the air hose from the lubricator.
Clean and inspect the lubricator and its functions
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each day before work commences.
Conduct a general inspection for leaks and
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damage.
Check that the claw couplings are tightened and
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free from damage.
Change damaged parts immediately.
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♦ Replace worn components in good time.
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♦ Make sure that all the attached and related
equipment, such as hoses are properly
maintained.
Periodic maintenance
Once a year the lubricator must be dismantled and
all parts be cleaned and checked. This work must
be performed by authorised staff, trained for this
task.
Assembly instruction
When reassembling the claw couplings on the
lubricator, apply LOCTITE® 577™ (LOCTITE is a
registered trademark of Henkel Corporation. 577 is
a trademark of Henkel Corporation).
Troubleshooting
If the lubricator is not working properly, check the
following points.
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