To ensure continued satisfactory operation of the winch, all points
requiring lubrication must be serviced with the correct lubricant at the
proper time interval as indicated for each assembly. Correct lubrication is
one of the most important factors in maintaining efficient operation.
The lubrication intervals recommended in this manual are based on
intermittent operation of the winch eight hours each day, five days per
week. If the winch is operated almost continuously or more than the eight
hours each day, more frequent lubrication will be required. Also, the
lubricant types and change intervals are based on operation in an
environment relatively free of dust, moisture, and corrosive fumes. Use
only those lubricants recommended. Other lubricants may affect the
performance of the winch. Failure to observe this precaution may result in
damage to the winch and/or its associated components.
General Lubrication
Winches are supplied from the factory filled with oil.
Check oil and all lubrication levels prior to operating winch.
INTERVAL
Started of each shift
Check flow and level of air line lubicator
when operating winch at maximum motor
speed
Check oil level in the motor
Monthly
Inspect and clean or replace air line filter
Lubricate components supplied by grease
fittings
Yearly (Contact your
Replace grease in winch gear case
nearest Ingersoll Rand
Drain and refill the oil in the winch reduction
distributor)
assembly
Wire Rope
Follow the wire rope manufacturer's instructions. At a minimum, observe
the following guidelines.
1.
Clean with a brush or steam to remove dirt, rock dust or other
foreign material on the surface of the wire rope.
• Do not use an acid-based solvent. Only use cleaning fluids specified
by the wire rope manufacturer.
2.
Apply a wire rope lubricant, Ingersoll Rand LUBRI-LINK-
GREEN or ISO VG 100 (SAE 30W) oil.
3.
Brush, drip or spray lubricant weekly, or more frequently, depending
on severity of service.
Motor
Correct lubrication is one of the most important factors in maintaining
efficient winch operation. The motor is splash lubricated by the oil in the
motor housing and has no other means of lubrication. It is therefore
important to use only quality, non-detergent motor oil to ensure maximum
performance and minimum downtime for repairs. Allow oil to settle
before topping off. Pour sufficient oil into the vent cap opening to bring
the oil in the motor case to the level of the upper oil plug hole. Add oil
slowly to prevent spilling.
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LUBRICATION
LUBRICATION CHECKS
Oil capacity for the LS2000R, LS5000R, PS4000R and PS10000R winch
motor is 1,3 litres.
Recommended Motor Oil
Temperature
Below 0° C
0° C to 27° C
Above 27° C
The motor should be level-checked daily or at the start of each shift after
accumulated water has been drained off. When motors are operated in
temperatures below freezing, wait long enough at end of shift for water to
separate from oil but not long enough for it to freeze. Failure to drain the
water when the winch is to remain idle for a protracted period at low
temperatures may result in the oil splasher freezing fast. Drain the water,
and then refill to the level plug. If desired, all the oil may be drained at the
end of the shift and the motor refilled with new oil.
Reduction Gear Assembly
Replace the EP oil in the reduction housing at least once every year.
However, when the winch is used at a high frequency, the oil may need to
be changed on a more frequent basis.
Recommended Reduction Gear EP Oil
Temperature
Below 0° C
0° C to 27° C
Above 27° C
Pivot Points, Bushings, Seals and Bearings
Lubricate grease fittings monthly with 2 or 3 squirts from a grease gun.
Use sufficient grease to provide a good protective coat.
Recommended Grease (Pivot Points, Bushings, Seals and Bearings)
Temperature
-30° C to 10° C
EP 1 multipurpose lithium-based grease
-1° C to 49° C
EP 2 multipurpose lithium-based grease
Type Oil
ISO VG 32 (SAE 10W)
ISO VG 68 (SAE 20W)
ISO VG 100 (SAE 30W)
Type Oil
ISO VG 30 (SAE 75W)
ISO VG 150 (SAE 90W)
ISO VG 320 (SAE 140W)
Type Grease
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