1.1.1 This User Manual is intended to familiarize the user with
the Tri-Lube grease pump and its various features.
It contains important information for safe, correct
and economical operation of the grease pump. Following
the instructions will help avoid hazards, reduce
downtime and repair costs, increase the reliability and
prolong the service life of the entire system.
1.1.2This User Manual must be read and used by those who will work with the complete lubrication system.
1.1.3Other useful Graco/Trabon Bulletins are:
Bulletin 40000 – Series Progressive System a.
Installation Guide.
Bulletin 30103 – How to Remove Air from a Series b.
Progressive System.
Bulletin 30101 – How to locate Blockage in a Series c.
Progressive System.
1.2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read all of the applicable instructions before a.
operating your lubrication system.
Keep all operating instructions near system for b.
future reference.
Incorrect use or unauthorized system changes may c.
result in bearing damage caused by under or over
lubrication.
Any existing safety equipment must not be modified d.
when attaching the lubrication pump and system to
the machine.
If any safety equipment is removed to allow e.
mounting of the lubrication pump or system, it
must be re-assembled prior to machine and/or
lubrication system operation.
Keep lubrication system away from any high heat f.
source.
Disconnect and lock out electrical power source g.
before attempting any repairs to the Tri-Lube Pump
Package.
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Use only original replacement parts. h.
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1.3 DESCRIPTION
1.3.1 All Tri-Lube Pump Packages consist of the following
components:
A reservoir for holding the lubricant. Reservoirs are a.
cylindrical in shape and are made from transparent
plastic or metal depending on the specific model.
Each reservoir is equipped with a low level switch
activated by the follower assembly and a rotating
paddle to assist priming of the pump.
A pump element is available with either a fixed or b.
adjustable output. All pump elements are equipped
with an adjustable relief valve that relieves to
atmosphere. A second or third pump element can be
added in the field to supply additional output volume
or additional lube points where required.
A gearmotor (12 or 24 VDC) or a motor and gear c.
reducer (115 or 230 VAC, 1 ph, or 230/460 VAC, 3
ph) which drives the pump.
A pump body which houses the pump drive d.
eccentric and to which all other components are
attached.
1.4 OPERATION
1.4.1 Figure 1-1 shows the general relationship of the pump
element and the drive eccentric. The following steps
outline the operating sequence:
Grease in the reservoir keeps the pump body full a.
during normal operation and maintains a head
pressure to accomplish two objectives.
Provide constant lubrication to the moving •
pump components.
Supply lubricant to the piston chamber in the •
pump cylinder.
A rotating cam (Item 1) forces the pump piston b.
(Item 2) forward displacing lubricant from the pump
cylinder, past an internal discharge check valve and
out of the pump outlet.
As the cam (Item 1) continues to rotate, the pull-c.
back ring (Item 3) pulls the pump piston (Item
2) back to the prime position allowing grease to
re-prime the piston chamber for the next stroke.
Also attached to the eccentric shaft is a paddle (not
shown) with an angled surface that forces grease
into the pump chamber as it rotates and also aids
in dispersing any small air pockets that might be
present in the grease.
2.1.1 The pump should be mounted in a vertical position with
the reservoir at the top and in a protected location, but
where it is accessible for filling and routine maintenance.
DC Motor, Front View
DC Motor, Side View
2.1.2 The pump is mounted using two 5/16” or two 8 mm
bolts (furnished by user) that pass through the mounting
feet on the pump body. The mounting bolt length will
depend on the thickness of the mounting surface
and whether the holes are to be tapped for the bolts or
locked in place with nuts and washers. Mounting
dimensions are shown in Figure 2-1
2.2 WIRING THE PUMP
2.2.1 Electrical connections are shown in Figure 2-2
2.2.2 Wiring to the AC motors should be 16 AWG stranded
wire with insulation rated for 300 V max and 105ºC.
2.2.3 The DC pump motors and all low level switches may be
wired with 18 AWG stranded wire cable.
Figure 2-2b(AC)
Cantoni & ABB Motors
FAN
CAPACITOR
L1
L2
GND
Figure 2-2c (DC)
Moto Technica 1ph Motors
U2
Z2U1
Z1
AC Motor, Front ViewAC Motor, Side View
Figure 2-2a (DC)
Figure 2-2d (AC & DC)
COMMON
NC
Top View, DC and AC
Figure 2-1
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LOW LEVEL SWITCH WIRING SCHEMATIC
Figure 2-2
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2.3 FILLING THE RESERVOIR
2.3.1 The reservoir should be filled with clean air
free grease of the type recommended by the machine
builder and having an NLGI grade number consistent with
the ambient operating temperature of the equipment
(grease must be pumpable at the lowest anticipated
operating temperature).
CAUTION
Do not fill the reservoir with grease heavier than
NLGI #2. For temperatures below -5OF (-20OC), use
NLGI #1 or lighter grease.
2.3.2 Filling is accomplished by connecting a suitable transfer
pump to the fill fitting in the front of the pump housing
(See Figure 2-3). Before connecting the transfer pump,
make sure that both the lube fitting and the coupler are
clean and that the hose and transfer pump are full of
clean grease that is free of air.
2.3.4For subsequent re-filling, unless the reservoir has been allowed to run dry or air was pumped
into the reservoir, it will not be necessary to remove the yellow plug or fill above the vent hole.
2.4 PURGING THE PUMP AND SYSTEM
OF AIR
2.4.1 Operate the pump with the main line
disconnected until grease free of air is seen at
the pump outlet.
2.4.2Fill and purge system lines and divider valves
following the procedures outlined in Trabon Bulletin L30103.
2.4.3Once all lines and dividers have been purged free
of air, reconnect pump to mainline.
1
3
Vent Hole
Fill Fitting
Pump Position
Plug
Figure 2-3
2.3.3 For the initial filling, or if the reservoir has been allowed
to run dry, removing one of the pump position yellow
plugs from the pump body will facilitate expelling air
from the body and reservoir. Slowly start to fill the
reservoir until grease free of air flows from the open
pump position. At this point, stop the transfer pump and
re-install the yellow plug. After the plug is installed, fill
slowly until the follower seal is slightly above the vent
hole in the reservoir tube. This will allow air remaining
below the follower to escape. When grease free of air is
seen at the vent, stop filling.
2
Figure 2-4a
Figure 2-4b
3
4
Figure 2-4c
Figure 2-4
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2.5 ADDING PUMP ELEMENTS
CAUTION
To avoid personal injury or severe internal damage to
the drive-train, or pump element, these procedures
must be followed carefully.
2.5.1 Disconnect power to the pump motor.
2.5.2 Remove sealing plug 1 (figure 2-4a).
2.5.3 Pull out pump piston 2 until it extends approximately
1-1/8” (29 mm) from end of cylinder to end of mushroom
head.
2.5.4Insert element into housing at approximately a 15 degree angle as shown in figure 2-4b.
NOTE: If pump is full of grease, it will be necessary
to clear a path through the grease using a clean
screwdriver.
2.5.5Rotate element down (figure 2-4c) engaging mushroom
head between cam 3 and retracting ring 4.
2.5.6Tighten element 18-22 fl-lbs (25-30 N-m). Do not over torque as housing threads will be stripped.
2.6 PUMP ADJUSTMENTS
2.6.1 Adjusting the Relief Valve. Each pumping element
incorporates an adjustable relief valve to protect the
system against overpressure. The relief setting can be
adjusted by loosening the locking nut (1) (See Figure 2-5) and turning the cap clockwise to increase the relief
pressure, and counterclockwise to decrease the relief
pressure, as required by the system application.
CAUTION
Do not adjust above 2900 psi (200 bar) for DC pumps
or 5075 psi (350 bar) for AC pumps as pump or motor
damage may result.
2.6.2 Pump Output Adjustment. The nominal delivery
rate of the pumping element can be adjusted by
loosening the locking nut (1) (See Figure 2-6) and
rotating the adjustment screw (2)clockwise to reduce
delivery, or counterclockwise to increase delivery
of the lubricant. The output adjustment table describes
the equivalent outputs that can be obtained by varying
the distance “A” of the adjustment screw. (See Table 1)
2.5.7Fill reservoir with clean grease (See Section 2-3) and run pump for 1 minute to check for grease output. If none is
seen, it could indicate that the element was not properly
installed.
3.5 REPLACING ECCENTRIC & PISTON RETRACT RING ...........................3-2
3.6 REPLACING DC GEARMOTOR ..........................................................3-3
3.7 REPLACING AC MOTOR ...................................................................3-4
Cover Attaching
Screws
3.1 REQUIRED TOOLS
3.1.1 The following standard hand tools plus a vice with
padded jaws are required for disassembly and repair of
the Tri-Lube Pump Package.
Number 2 and 3 Phillips Screwdrivers (#3 must have a.
a long blade).
4 mm Allen Wrench.b.
8 mm Open End Wrench.c.
27 mm Open End wrench.d.
3/8 in Ratchet Wrench and Extensions.e.
3/8 in drive 17 mm Socket.f.
3.2 REPLACING LOW LEVEL SWITCH,
RESERVOIR COVER AND FOLLOWER
ASSEMBLY (SEE FIG. 3.1 & 3.2)
NOTE: Replacement Low Level Switches are available as
part of a Low Level Switch/Cover/Follower Assembly only.
3.2.1 Remove four cover screws.
Pump
Position
Plug
Figure 3-1
Low Level, Cover,
Follower Assembly
3.2.2 With slight rocking motion of cover, withdraw follower/
low level switch assembly from reservoir.
3.2.3If suction below follower cannot be broken by rocking
motion, remove one or more pump position plug.
3.2.4 Reassemble in reverse order.
3-1
Pump Position
Plug Removed
Figure 3-2
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3.3 REPLACING RESERVOIR (SEE FIG 3.3 & 3.4)
3.3.1 Following removal of reservoir cover and follower
assembly as outlined in 3.2 above, remove any grease
using a clean scoop and clean rags.
3.3.2Remove paddle retaining nut. Note: nut and shaft have
left hand threads.
3.3.3Remove paddle drive adapter (adapter and shaft have left
hand threads).
3.3.4Remove five reservoir to pump body attaching screws
from inside reservoir.
3.3.5Remove reservoir from pump body. Note: If eccentric
shaft bearing will be reused and remains in old reservoir,
remove it from the old reservoir bearing cavity (bearing is
a light push fit in cavity).
3.3.6 Reassemble in reverse order.
3.4 REPLACING ECCENTRIC SHAFT BEARING
(SEE FIG 3-4)
Paddle
Nut (Left Hand
Threads)
Figure 3-3
Reservoir Attaching
Screws (5)
3.4.1 Following removal of the reservoir as described in 3.3
above, the bearing will either be on the eccentric shaft
or in the bearing cavity of the reservoir (bearing is a
lightpush fit in both components). Remove the old
bearing and check both the eccentric shaft and the
bearing cavity for scoring.
If none is found, the new bearing may be installed a.
in the bearing cavity.
If scoring in either location is found it may be a.
possible to clean up the surface with fine (600 grit)
wet or dry paper.
If severe, or if the scoring cannot be cleaned up a.
replace the damaged components along with the
bearing.
3.5 REPLACING ECCENTRIC AND PISTON
RETRACT RING (SEE FIG 3-5)
3.5.1 Following removal of the reservoir cover and the
reservoir as outlined in 3.2 & 3.3 above, remove spacer
from eccentric shaft. Note: If pump element was not
previously removed, remove it now following the
instructions in Section 2.5.
Bearing
Pump Motor
Attaching
Screws (3)
Figure 3-4
Eccentric & Pull Back
Ring
3.5.2 Eccentric and retract ring can now be slipped off
eccentric shaft as a unit.
NOTE: Do not attempt to disassemble eccentric from
retract ring as individual repair parts are not available.
3.5.3 Reassemble in reverse order.
Figure 3-5
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3.6 REPLACING DC GEARMOTOR (SEE FIG 3-6,
3-7, 3-8 & 3-9)
3.6.1 Following removal of the reservoir cover, reservoir and
eccentric assembly as outlined in 3.2, 3.3 and 3.5 above,
remove key from eccentric shaft.
3.6.2 Remove spacer from shaft.
3.6.3 Invert pump unit and remove eight retaining screws
from lower motor housing. Separate lower housing from
upper housing.
3.6.4 Cut motor leads approximately 3 in from old gearmotor.
3.6.5 Remove lower housing leaving leads in place and set
aside.
3.6.6 Remove three motor attaching screws with copper
washers from inside pump housing.
3.6.7Separate pump housing, upper motor housing and gearmotor using care to avoid damaging the eccentric
shaft seal.
3.6.8Make sure replacement gearmotor is correct voltage (24 VDC or 12 VDC).
Upper Cover
Lower Cover
DC Gear
Motor
Figure 3-7
Motor
Attaching
Screws (3)
3.6.9 Trim new gearmotor leads to approximately 3 in length
and strip ¼ in insulation from each lead
3.6.10 Strip ¼ in of insulation from mating power leads.
Use wire nuts or crimp type wire connectors to splice
leads making sure that red is connected to red and blue
to blue.
3.6.11 Reassemble in reverse order.
Motor Cover
Motor Cover
Attaching Screws (8)
Upper Motor
Cover
Figure 3-8
Pump
Housing
DC
GearMotor
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Figure 3-6
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3.7 REPLACING AC MOTOR (SEE FIG’S 3-10 & 3-11)
3.7.1 Turn off power to motor.
3.7.2 Remove cover from motor conduit box.
3.7.3 Tag motor leads and remove from terminals.
3.7.4 Remove four motor mounting bolts that attach motor to
gear reducer.
3.7.5Slide motor shaft with key out of hollow input shaft of gear reducer.
3.7.6Reassemble in reverse order making sure that key is aligned with keyway in hollow input shaft of gear reducer.
AC
Motor
Motor Mounting Bolts
(4)
Figure 3-10
Gear
Reducer
AC
Motor
Figure 3-11
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OPERATION AND SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS
SECTION 4
PARTS LIST
4-1 DC PUMP PACKAGE-4.4 LB (2 KG) RESERVOIR ................................................ 4-1
4-2 AC PUMP PACKAGE-4.4 LB (2 KG) RESERVOIR ................................................4-2
4-3 11 LB (5 KG) RESERVOIR ................................................................................. 4-3
DC PUMP PACKAGE – 4.4 LB (2 KG) RESERVOIR ORDERING INFORMATION
5.1 PUMP DOES NOT PRODUCE FLOW ..............................................................5-1
5.2 LL SWITCH DOES NOT SIGNAL LL ...............................................................5-1
5.1 PUMP DOES NOT PRODUCE FLOW
5.1.1 Make sure that reservoir contains an adequate
supply of air free grease that is pumpable at the
operating temperature being encountered.
If reservoir is empty, refill following the instructions a.
in section 2.3 and purge pump free of air.
If grease is too heavy for the temperature conditions, b.
empty reservoir and refill with grease of the correct
NLGI grade number (refer to section 2.3).
If grease contains air pockets and pump is air c.
bound, empty reservoir and refill with grease that is
free of air (refer to section 2.3).
5.1.2On adjustable pumps, make sure the output adjustment is not set to minimum (refer to section 2.6.2).
5.1.3Make sure that power of correct voltage is being supplied to motor and that motor is operating.
If power is not present, check fuses and wiring and a.
correct any problems found (refer to section 2-2).
If power is present and motor does not operate, a.
remove pump element (Refer to section 2-5) and
check for motor operation.
5.2 LOW LEVEL SWITCH DOES NOT SIGNAL
LOW LEVEL
5.2.1 Make sure that level switch is properly wired (see figure
3-1) and correct any problems found.
5.2.2 Make sure that the follower tracks the drop in grease
level to the bottom of the reservoir.
If follower appears stuck in reservoir at mid travel, a.
there is most likely a pocket of air between the
bottom of the follower and the top of the grease
column. Purge air pocket by filling reservoir until
follower is just above vent hole in reservoir side
wall and grease free of air is seen at vent (refer to
section 2.3).
If follower tracks fall of grease level and switch does a.
not signal, replace Level/Switch/Cover/Follower
assembly (refer to section 3.1).
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If motor still does not operate, replace motor (refer a.
to section 3-4 and 3-5).
If motor operates, check for bent or binding a.
components (pump piston and cylinder, cam and
retract ring or gear reducer). Replace any damaged
components (refer to sections 3.3, 3.4 and 3.5).
Look to GRACO, Inc.
for all of your
Centralized Lubrication System needs.
Products include:
DIVIDER VALVES: for oil and grease.... to 7500 PSI...
1 to 20 points from a single valve assembly....up to 400 points
from a Master/Secondaries circuit....or systems that handle an
entire plant.
PUMPS: fixed and variable displacement....manual and air,
hydraulic, electric motor or mechanically driven.
TIMER AUTOMATIC CONTROLS: from simple on/off
to complete flow and pressure monitoring, either timer-or machineactuated.
ACCESSORY VALVES: balancing, check and flow.
INDICATORS: performance and broken line.
ACCESSORIES: fittings, brackets, clamps, filters and strainers.
All written and visual data contained in this document are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Graco reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice.
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