TRICO 30002 Constant Level Oiler, 2.5 oz. Capacity, 2-1/2 Inch Size, Zinc Plated, Glass Reservoir

How are Opto-Matic closed system oilers installed?

• Before installing, shaft rotation direction must be determined.
• Install the oiler on the side of the equipment facing the direction of shaft rotation to prevent misfeeding of the oiler.
• Loosen set screw and remove reservoir.
• Tighten supplied plug in the side or bottom fluid port.
• Apply pipe thread sealant to both ends of an NPT male nipple (not included) and tighten it in the remaining fluid port & bearing housing.
• The closed system should be parallel to the bearing housing in a vertical position.
• Apply pipe thread sealant to a male connector (not included) and tighten it into the vent port. Repeat the same with the second male connector.
• Connect a section of copper or nylon tubing to the NPT connectors to serve as the vent line.
• With the Allen key, adjust the collar to the desired fluid level.
• Fill the bearing chamber through the main body until it reaches just below the optimum fluid level visible in the sight gauge.
• Use the reservoir to feed oil to the proper level.
• Place a thumb over the reservoir spout, invert it and insert the spout into the main body until upper casting bottoms out on the collar.
• Secure set screws on upper casting and start the machine.

Is Trico Opto-Matic oiler corrosion-resistant?

The casting and internal parts are made of 316 stainless steel & zinc-plated steel, respectively, for resisting corrosion on exposed surfaces.

What causes oil to flow to a motor bearing when a constant level oiler is used?

While using a constant level oiler, air flows from the air vent to the oil reservoir. This releases the fluid from the reservoir, allowing it to flow into the equipment until the re-establishment of the liquid seal.