Trouble Shooting - Viper Maxi MK 2 Assembly & Operation Manual

Wire rope lubricator
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9. 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.
2. INADEQUATE LUBRICATION COVERAGE
a) Utilise lubricant drum heater or change to lighter viscosity if ambient
temperature is 5°C or below.
b) Increase air pressure and hence lubricant flow, until correct quantity of
lubricant 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.
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 size 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 and reduce if required.
d) Adjust lubricant flow rate from control valve.
e) Check condition of Seals for any damage.
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