3.7.3 Mounted oil supply system
Introduction
Depending on the particular contract, the gear unit can be equipped with a mounted oil supply
system.
Components of the oil supply system
The mounted oil supply system comprises the following components:
● Motor pump
● Piping
● Oil filter
● Monitoring devices
Note
Observe the flow direction of the motor pump
When connecting the valves, observe the actual flow direction of the motor pump.
Refer to the motor pump operating instructions in the complete gear unit documentation to
ascertain whether the flow direction of the motor pump used depends on the direction of
rotation.
Further information
Additional information about the oil supply system can be found in the separate data sheet, in
the list of equipment and in the oil supply system operating instructions provided in the
complete gear unit documentation.
Additional information and a detailed illustrated description of the gear unit and the oil supply
system can be found in the dimension drawing in the complete gear unit documentation.
3.7.3.1 Pump
Requirements placed on the medium being pumped
The pump being used is suitable for pumping lubricating oil. It is not permissible that the oil
contains abrasive components and must not chemically attack the materials used in the pump.
Clean oil with good lubricating properties is a precondition for ensuring the correct function,
high operational reliability and long service life of the pump.
Description
3.7 Cooling
Gear unit 5118en
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