Vestil S-xxx-FF - Manual (Page 51)

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In normal use the load chains should be re-lubricated every 250 operating hours; in the
event of heavy soiling, moisture and very high prolonged loading, re-lubrication should be
effected after 100 operating hours. If subject to corrosive media the chain should be
cleaned and lubricated immediately.
Chain lubrication, chain conservation
Flyer chains are correctly lubricated and are in a perfect state if:
The chain is free of exterior soiling.
When touching the chain, your finger is wetted with oil. This assures that the lubrication of
the chain links is sufficient.
Type of lubricant
A low-viscosity mineral – machine – or engine oil or synthetic oil should be used. The
viscosity of the lubricating oil is to selected so that it remains low viscose at all ambient
temperatures encountered.
Under normal temperature conditions, lubricating oils with a viscosity of SAE 20 to SAE 40
would be appropriate.
Lubricating methods
The lubricant can be applied by means of brush, paint brush or also using compressed air
spray devices. When using spray cans, please make sure the following basic requirement
is fulfilled:
- After the thinner has vaporized, a viscosity conforming to the above-mentioned
recommendation (type of lubricant) must be met.
Cleaning the chain
If operation leads the chain to suffer so heavily from soiling that the penetration of the
lubricating oil cannot be guaranteed, the chain must be cleaned.
This is only to be effected with paraffin derivatives such as diesel fuel, petroleum,
cleaner’s naphtha etc.
Do not clean with steam injectors, cold cleaners or even corrosive and acidic substances.
They can directly lead to chain damage.
If the chains have to be cleaned with steam injectors, please contact our customer
service.
Maintenance and repair