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AC Induction Motors 17
Table H
Relubrication Periods - Frames L180 - L440
1
Maximum speed occupying more than 30% of operating time.
2
For Tandem drives increase frequency of lubrication by multiplying values by 0.8.
Lubrication - Frames L180 - L440
These motors are designed to route new grease directly into the
bearing. The relubrication periods shown in
Table H are offered as a
guide for varying service conditions, speeds, bearing types and
operating hours.
Important: Certain special motors may have a lubrication instruction
plate permanently attached. These specific lubricating
instruction must be followed.
Lubrication Procedure
1. Relubrication with the shaft stationary and a warm motor is
recommended. If lubrication must be done with the motor
running, stay clear of rotating parts and electrical circuits.
2. Locate the grease inlet at the top of the bearing hub, clean the
area and replace the 1/8 inch pipe plug with a grease fitting (if the
motor is not equipped with a grease fitting).
3. Remove grease drain plug located opposite the grease inlet.
4. Using a manual grease gun, pump in the recommended grease in
the amount shown in
Table F. This amount of grease will provide
an ample supply of lubricant between lubrication periods as
determined from
Table H for the service condition listed in Table
G.
Maximum Normal
Operating Speed (RPM)
1
Frame
Relubrication Interval (Months)
Standard
Service
Severe
Service
Extreme
Service
3450 and higher All 9 4 1
2400 - 3449 L180 - L250 24 9 3
L280 - L440 9 3 1
1700 - 2399 L180 - L320 36 12 3
L360 - L440 18 6 2
UL360 - UL440 9 3 1
800 - 1699 L180 - L320 36 24 8
L360 - L440 36 12 3
UL360 - UL440 9 6 1
500 - 799 L180 - L320 48 36 12
L360 - L440 36 24 8
UL360 - UL440 18 12 4
499 and lower L180 - L440 48 36 12
UL360 - UL440 24 18 6
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ATTENTION: If relubrication is done while motor is
running, stay clear of rotating parts. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in personal injury.