Pulsarlube OL500 User Manual

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Single Point Lubrication Multi Point Lubrication (Up to 4 Points)

Refillable Automatic Oil Lubricator

USER MANUAL

PULSARLUBE OL500, 500ml Oil Lubricator

Models

Specifications

Capacity

Installation Thread Size

Available Dispensing Periods

Multi Point

Weight

Product Size

Remote Installation

500ml (refillable)

Avg. 10kgf/ (145psi) (depending on oil viscosity)

3/8" Male BSPT

Up to 4 points

Half (H), 1, 2, 4, 6, 12, 18 & 24 months

Ø94mm (3.7") × 230mm (9")

0.8kg (1.76 lbs) (excluding the weight of oil)

Available using a 4mm O.D. Nylon tube

Operating Pressure

Operating Temperature

Specifications Description

Product Details

How to Order

Technical information is subject to change without notice.

Before Use

Shelf Life and Product Warranty

OL500

(Pulsarlube OL500: 500ml Capacity)

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500

Thank you for purchasing the Pulsarlube OL500. The Pulsarlube OL500 is designed to deliver a fresh, consistent, and precise
amount of lubricating oil to the vital parts of your rotating equipment. To ensure the safe operation and proper installation of the
Pulsarlube OL500 unit, we strongly recommend that you read the following information carefully before use.
If you require further information, please contact your local supplier or manufacturer.

-15˚C ~ 60˚C (5˚F ~ 140˚F)

-40˚C ~ 60˚C (-40˚F ~ 140˚F) *

* with optional Lithium Battery Pack

The dispensing period setting

The # of days remaining until the
end of lube cycle

The unit is in"Automatic Lock Out"
mode

Oil reservoir capacity

The test mode is activated

Select the dispensing rate in
ascending order: 1▶2 ▶ 4 ▶ 6 ▶
12 ▶ 18 ▶ 24 ▶Half (H)

Test function prior to installation

The # of days after dispensing
has completed

The # of days on stand-by mode
due to excessive backpressure

Low battery power

Excessive backpressure exists

Empty oil level

OIL

Buttons

LCD Display - Function

Signal lamp blinks periodically
when battery power is low, excessive
backpressure exists, or if oil level is
empty

Deactivate "Automatic Lock Out"by
pressing the MODE/LOCK button
until the lock icon ( ) disappears

Press the POWER button for 2
seconds to turn unit on or off

Reset the unit when the unit
malfunctions and/or after changing
the battery pack

Hand Knob

Oil Reservoir
Lid

Oil Absorbor

LCD

Buttons

Check Valve

Oil Viscosity Range

10 ~ 10,000 cSt @ 40°C

Connecting Thread
3/8" BSPT

Plastic

Oil Brush & Bracket Assembly Multi Point / Remote Installation Kit

Stainless Steel

Do not use Teflon tape on parts connected to oil distributor.

Main Body

The shelf life of each Pulsarlube OL500 unit is 1 year from the date of production.
Product warranty is limited to original defects in material and workmanship and will not
cover any collateral damage due to mishandling, abuse and /or any other inappropriate
use of this product. Warranty period is 1 year from the date of purchase.

Doc No. 1072-000 REV. 140203

Pulsarlube USA, Inc.

www.pulsarlube.com / [e-mail]

1480 Howard Street, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007, USA

TEL: [phone] FAX: [phone]

Installation Instructions - For First Installation

Press the MODE button to program the
dispensing period. Each time the MODE
button is pressed, the dispensing period
changes in ascending order:
1▶ 2 ▶ 4 ▶ 6 ▶ 12 ▶ 18 ▶ 24 ▶
H (H=Half month)

How to Replace a Battery Pack

1 2 3 4

Troubleshooting Guideline

Dispensing Period Lube Cycle Dispensing Volume LCD Display

16.6ml/day

33.3ml/dayH (Half) 15 min

30 min

1 hr

2 hr

3 hr

6 hr

9 hr

12 hr

1month

2month

4month

6month

12month

24month

18month 0.9ml/day

0.7ml/day

8.3ml/day

4.2ml/day

2.8ml/day

1.4ml/day

Lube Cycle & Dispensing Equivalents

WARNING

Symptom Possible Cause of TroubleLCD Display Troubleshooting Steps

ㆍElectrical malfunction of CPU or circuitry
ㆍContact problem (open circuit) at buttons in

control panel

ㆍElectrical malfunction of CPU or circuitry
ㆍBattery pack installed incorrectly
ㆍFaulty or damaged battery pack
ㆍOld battery pack was not replaced

1. Make sure the battery pack is installed correctly

2. Replace battery pack

Contact your local supplier or manufacturer for either repair
or replacement

3. Contact your local supplier or manufacturer for either
repair or replacement

ㆍThe battery pack must be replaced when each dispensing
period set is complete

ㆍKeep battery pack stored in a cool, dry place to prevent
damage

ㆍExpired battery pack
ㆍExtreme storage conditions (temperature or

humidity)
ㆍFaulty or damaged battery pack

1. Ensure operating environment meets requirements

2. Replace battery pack

ㆍ

High backpressure in lube line due to ruptured

lube line, long distance remote installation etc.

Unit Won't

Operate

Low Battery

Indication

Excessive backpressure exists due to:

Unit Won't

Dispense Oil

Normal

Blank

Screen

ㆍLow battery power due to extreme operating
conditions

ㆍExtreme operating conditions

Use the included transparent dust cover
to keep the unit clean.

Output volume may vary depending on oil viscosity, length of lube line, ambient temperature, etc.

Assemble a si ngle or multi-point remote
installation kit prior to installat ion of the
OL500.

Install the mounting bracket in a proper
location using screws provided.

Take the oil reservoir lid off and fill the
reservoir with oil to the 500ml level.

Turn the hand knob counter clockwise
1~2 turns before closing the lid to open
the vent and relieve vacuum pressure.

The Pulsarlube OL500 is a reusable unit but t he battery pack mus t be replaced when each dispensing period set is c omplete.

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CAUTION

CAUTION

The installation date and the scheduled
date of lube cycle completion should be
logged for maintenance purposes.

Mount the Pulsarlube OL500 unit in
close proximity t o the lube point to keep
the total length of feed lines as short as
possible.

Use of standard Pulsarlube oil distributor is
recommended to ensure proper lubrication.

If after running test mode is
still present:

ㆍ

Replace battery pack

ㆍ

Check backpressure in lube line

ㆍ

Check grease dispensing rate

ㆍ

Reduce remote installation distance

ㆍ

Use a lithium battery pack in

extreme environments

If after running test mode is
no longer present, it is okay to
reinstall the lubricator.

unlock

ㆍResolve the cause of backpressure
before reinstalling lubricator

Turn on the lubricator and press the TEST
button for 2 seconds to run a test cycle.
The unit will start to dispense oil and operate
continuously in purge / test mode.
This process will last approximately 2 minutes
to ensure every function of lubricator works
properly.