To understand the design of a centralized lubrication system one must remember that a lubricant, be it oil or grease, will follow a line of least resistance. Central lubrication systems can be designed for either continuous or intermittent application of lubricant. Metering units of various outputs deliver lubricant in small amounts either continuously or intermittently depending upon the system design.
Designing Your Lubrication System
A well-designed lubrication system requires:
- Identifying all lubrication points.
- Calculating the volume of lubricant needed at each point.
- Selecting appropriate metering units for controlled lubricant distribution.
- Choosing the right pump to balance the system perfectly.
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A typical Design may look something like this:
Possible problems of a poor performing lubrication system:
- No discharge of lubricant
- Low lubricant level – add lubricant
- Incorrect lubricant – check and change to proper lubricant
- Motor rotating incorrectly – check wiring
- Solenoid/check valve not working – check wiring, clean
- Reduced line pressure
- Broken tubing or leaking fittings – check and replace
- Relief valve clogged – clean
- Air in line – check for leaks, repair, bleed air
- Improper pressure setting – adjust as necessary
- No lubricant from metering units
- Check flow direction of unit – change or replace
- Metering unit clogged – replace
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