SKF LINCOLN GS304P Operating Instructions Manual

SKF LINCOLN GS304P Operating Instructions Manual

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Flow Sensors
of Series GS30XX
Version 01
951-180-080-EN
Operating instructions
according to Directive 2014/30/EU
EN

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Flow Sensors according to Directive 2014/30/EU of Series GS30XX Version 01 951-180-080-EN...
  • Page 2 EC Declaration of Conformity in accordance with Directive 2014/30/EU, Annex IV on the electromagnetic compatibility of devices The manufacturer, SKF Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH, Berlin Plant, Motzener Str. 35/37, DE - 12277 Berlin, hereby declares conformity of the device/ the electrical equipment:...
  • Page 3: Masthead

    Manufacturer SKF Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH Training Disclaimer of liability Address of manufacturer plants SKF conducts detailed training in order to The manufacturer shall not be held liable for Headquarters enable the maximum safety and efficiency. damage resulting from: SKF recommends taking advantage of this Walldorf Plant training.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents Masthead ....................3 Safety instructions ................ 8 General safety instructions ..............8 Explanation of symbols and signs .............. 6 General behavior when handling the product ........8 Intended use .................... 9 Foreseeable misuse ................9 Painting plastic components ..............
  • Page 5 Table of contents Overview, functional description..........16 First start-up ................26 General ....................16 Inspections before first start-up ............26 3.1.1 Calorimetric principle ...............16 Operation ..................27 Function ....................16 Attachment ....................17 Cleaning ..................27 Cleaning agents ..................27 Technical data ................18 Exterior cleaning ...................27 General technical data ................18 Interior cleaning ..................27 Supply, returns, storage ..............
  • Page 6: Explanation Of Symbols And Signs

    Explanation of symbols, signs, and abbreviations Explanation of symbols and signs General warning Risk of electrical shock Risk of slipping Unauthorized persons must be kept away Wear personal protective gear (protective clothing) Wear personal protective gear (gloves) Wear personal protective gear (goggles) General notes Unlock the product Disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment...
  • Page 7 Explanation of symbols, signs, and abbreviations Abbreviations and conversion factors regarding °C degrees Celsius °F degrees Fahrenheit approx. approximately Kelvin ounce i.e. that is Newton fl. oz. Fluid ounce etc. et cetera hour inch poss. possibly second pounds per square inch incl.
  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    1. Safety instructions 1. Safety instructions 1.1 General safety instructions 1.2 General behavior when handling the product ○ The operator must ensure that the in- ○ The product may only be used in aware- ○ Responsibilities for different activities structions are read by all persons tasked ness of the potential dangers, in proper must be clearly defined and observed.
  • Page 9: Intended Use

    1. Safety instructions 1.3 Intended use 1.4 Foreseeable misuse ○ Use to feed, forward, or store hazardous The flow sensors GS300, GS300N, and Any usage of the flow sensors differing from substances and mixtures as defined in GS300P provide the ability to detect an the aforementioned conditions and stated Annex I Part 2-5 of the CLP Regulation intermittent oil flow between metering and...
  • Page 10: Painting Plastic Components

    1. Safety instructions 1.5 Painting plastic components 1.7 Inspections prior to delivery 1.8 Notes on the rating plate The painting of all plastic components and The following tests were performed prior to To avoid loss of this data in case the type seals of the products described here is pro- delivery: plate becomes illegible, the type designation...
  • Page 11: Note On Ce Marking

    1. Safety instructions 1.9 Note on CE marking 1.10.2 Qualified mechanic Note on Pressure Equipment Directive The CE marking is based on the require- 2014/68/EU A person with appropriate technical train- ments of the applied Directives: ing, knowledge, and experience who can Due to its performance characteristics, the recognize and avoid the hazards that may 2014/30/EU...
  • Page 12: Transport, Assembly, Maintenance, Malfunction, Repair, Shutdown, Disposal

    1. Safety instructions 1.11 Operation 1.12 Transport, assembly, maintenance, malfunction, repair, shutdown, disposal ○ Dry any wet, slippery surfaces or cover The following must be observed during first ○ All relevant persons must be informed of start-up and operation: appropriately. the activity prior to the start of this work.
  • Page 13: First Start-Up

    1. Safety instructions 1.13 First start-up 1.14 Cleaning boreholes. Do not damage lines or cables Ensure that: There is a fire hazard from the use of when drilling. flammable cleaning agents. Use only ○ All safety mechanisms are fully present non-flammable cleaning agents that are ○...
  • Page 14: Residual Risks

    1. Safety instructions 1.15 Residual risks Possible in Residual risk Avoidance / Remedy lifecycle Personal injury / property damage due • Inspect power leads for damage prior to initial use and then at regular intervals. Do not install B, C, D, to electric shock resulting from power the cable on moving parts or wearing spots.
  • Page 15: Lubricants

    2. Lubricants 2.1 General information 2.2 Selection of lubricants Lubricants are used specially for specific SKF Lubrication Systems considers lubri- Do not mix lubricants. This can applications. To fulfill the task, lubricants cants to be an element of system design.
  • Page 16: Overview, Functional Description

    3. Overview, functional description 3. Overview, functional description 3.1 General 3.1.1 Calorimetric principle - See Figure 1 The process is based on the physical laws of Due to the calorimetric measuring principle, thermal conduction and thermal transfer in the sensor element in the sensor requires Flow sensors of series GS30XX can monitor liquids and gases.
  • Page 17: Attachment

    0.01 – 0.10 cm sensor housing using M8x1 screw unions or are to be monitored, the required interval SKF quick disconnect coupling. time may in individual cases be less, result- The flow direction of the lubricant must ing in monitoring intervals of less than 15 be paid attention to during assembly;...
  • Page 18: Technical Data

    4. Technical data 4. Technical data 4.1 General technical data Mounting position Any, taking into account the flow direction Installation location Immediately before the lubrication point Operating temperature range + 50 °F to 122 °F (+ 10 °C to + 50 °C) Operating pressure Max.
  • Page 19: Supply, Returns, Storage

    5. Delivery, returns, storage 5. Supply, returns, storage 5.1 Supply ○ Protected from nearby sources of heat After receipt of the supply, it must be in- The following must be marked on the pack- spected for any shipping damage and for aging of return shipments: or cold completeness according to the shipping...
  • Page 20: Assembly

    During assembly, pay attention to the If necessary, consult SKF Lubrication Sys- and accident prevention. following: tems Germany GmbH. ○ The mounting position requirements The flow sensor does not require calibration.
  • Page 21: Assembly Location

    • Provide equipment supplied by the • Horizontally align the flow sensor again the product. SKF recommends attaching customer and tighten the assembly screws with a the flow sensor in the immediate vicinity of torque of 2 Nm.
  • Page 22: Electrical Connection

    6. Assembly 6.3.1 Electrical connection See Figure 3 Assembly drawing, Fig. 2 CAUTION Electric shock Disconnect the product electrically from the mains before performing M12x1 any work on electrical components. It may be connected only via a safe galvanic isolation (PELV). Ø...
  • Page 23 6. Assembly Legend to connection diagram, Fig. 3 Port dimensions, Fig. 3 GS300 Pin Color Description 1 BN-brown + 24 VDC Not assigned Accessories 3 BU-blue 0V (GND) GS300: 5 m power lead with straight cable socket, 4-pin, order No. 179-990-600 4 BK-black PNP/NO-contact GS304P...
  • Page 24: Assembly Of Plastic Lubrication Lines Using Solderless Pipe Unions

    (see Figure 5). The claw groove can be created using an • Tighten socket union (3) a maximum of SKF pipe cutter (see Chapter 13, “Accesso- turns. ries”) or using an automatic lathe. If a claw groove is not created, fix the pipe using ap- propriate fastening hardware (e.g., mount-...
  • Page 25 When installing the pipe, a noticeable To remove the plastic tubing (1), press resistance must be overcome when the collet (4) inward into the SKF quick passing through the O-ring (2) and the disconnect coupling. To do this, also Claw groove on metal pipes, Fig. 5 locking claw (5) of the collet (4).
  • Page 26: First Start-Up

    6. Assembly / 7. Initial commissioning 7. First start-up To ensure safety and functionality, the person specified by the operator is required to per- form the following inspections. Any detected deficiencies must be resolved immediately. The Quick disconnect couplings with metal correction of deficiencies must be done exclusively by a specialist competent and authorized pipes, Fig.
  • Page 27: Operation

    8. Operation / 9. Cleaning 8. Operation 9. Cleaning WARNING SKF products operate automatically. Electric shock The activities required during normal opera- Do not touch cables or electrical components with wet or moist hands. tion are limited primarily to cleaning of the Use steam-jet equipment or high-pressure cleaners only in accordance with the IP exterior of the product if contaminated.
  • Page 28: Maintenance

    10. Maintenance / 11. Malfunctions Maintenance Malfunctions, causes, and remedies Maintenance checklist Malfunctions table Malfunction Possible cause Remedy Activity to be performed No operating Establish operating voltage - voltage see green LED Electrical connection connected correctly No visual signal Sensor incorrectly Connect sensor correctly from the yellow connected...
  • Page 29: Shutdown, Disposal

    12. Shutdown, disposal Shutdown, disposal 12.1 Temporary shutdown 12.3 Disposal Temporary shutdown is performed by: Waste should be avoided or minimized to Dispose of or recycle electrical the extent possible. The disposal of prod- components in accordance with ○ Switching off the main machine ucts contaminated with lubricant must be WEEE Directive 2002/96/EC.
  • Page 30: Accessories

    Quick disconnect couplings, tube cutters, and threaded joints Designation Order No. Weight [g] Illustration SKF quick disconnect coupling for tube diameter 4 mm SKF plug connector for tube diameter 4 mm 404-003 VS SKF tube cutters Special scissors for plastic tubing (tubing scissors)
  • Page 31 13. Accessories Cable sockets and plastic tubing Designation Order No. Weight [g] Illustration Cable sockets M12x1, 4-pin design, without LED Circular connector, straight, without cable 179-990-371 Diameter 4–6 mm, max. 0.75 mm² Circular connector, straight, with 5-m integrally extruded cable, 179-990-600 4×0.25 mm²...
  • Page 32 Over the course of more than a century, SKF has specialized in five fields of competence and acquired a wide range of application expertise. We utilize this experience to provide innovative solutions to OEMs and other manufacturers in practically all industrial sectors worldwide. Our five fields of com-...

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