BGM-SERIES OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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8/6/2015
LUBRICATION
Although the gear box is considered “lubricated for life”,
the oil level and condition should be checked periodically
for signs of degradation. It is factory filled with an AGMA
#7C gear lubricant, which is suitable for an ambient
temperature range from 30 to 100 degrees F. If the
application calls for outdoor installation in extremely cold
or extremely warm temperatures, or in corrosive
environments, consult the factory.
If it becomes necessary to change the gear lubricant, a
drain plug is conveniently provided on the bottom of the
gear housing under the motor pinion shaft. A fill plug is
located on the top of the housing, above the output gear.
Refill with 14 ounces of the recommended lubricant. With
the mixer positioned vertically, the fluid level should not
exceed the top of the gear. Over filling of the gear box
can cause premature seal failure due to thermal
expansion of the oil and overheating due to excessive
churning.
CAUTION
In the Food and Drug Industry (including animal food),
consult the lubrication supplier for recommendation of
lubricants which are acceptable to the Food and Drug
Administration and/or other authoritative bodies having
jurisdiction. Factory supplied oil is not suitable for these
applications or this industry.
MIXER NAMEPLATE
STORAGE
Units shipped from Brawn Mixer, Inc. are intended to be
used within 30 days after receipt and presumed to be
stored indoors in a heated building. Store mixers as
packaged by the factory. If you intend storing units under
adverse conditions or for a long period of time, special
storage precautions will be necessary.
1. Store in a sheltered area away from chemical vapors or
steam.
2. Cover.
3. Do not store in sunlight or near high heat.
4. Spray light oil on exposed shafts and seals. Remove
oil on start-up.
5. Rotate output shaft 360º every 3-4 weeks.
6. Mixers should not be stored near vibrating machinery
to avoid damage to the bearings.
7. If electric motors have been subjected to humid
conditions, check the insulation resistance between
phase and mass and between the different phases.
The resistance should not be less than 100
megohms. If the resistance is less, please consult
the factory.
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