AEC Colortronic MTF 3000 Series Granulator - Manual (Page 27)

13.0 Lubrication Specifications
13.1 Description
All MTF3000 Series granulators and accessories are supplied with pillow block bearing
which are pre-lubricated from the factory.
The external mounting of the bearings on the Colortronic MTF3000 Series granulators results
in trouble free, low maintenance, and long lived bearing design.
The pillow block bearings used require a high quality, lithium based, EP (extreme pressure)
type of grease which conforms to NGLI Grade 2 consistency. This grease has been chosen
due to its suitability for use in heavy duty applications under heavy shock loads. It also
contains rust inhibitors, has high temperature stability, and exhibits water resistance.
13.2 Recommended Grease Product Names
AMOCO Amolith EP 2
CASTROL EP 2
EXXON Ronex MP
GULF Crown #2
MOBIL Mobilith AW-2
SHELL Alvania EP LF #2
SUNOCO Sunaplex #2
TEXACO Multifak EP 2
The pillow block bearings should be lubricated with care. Too much grease applied to the
bearings at one time can rupture the bearing seals. Under normal operating conditions, a
moderate amount of grease applied every 2000 hours should be adequate to ensure long life.
Severe operating conditions will require more frequent lubrication intervals.
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