How to Maintain the Bearings of a Sand-Making Machine

A sand-making machine is the primary equipment used to produce manufactured sand, and its bearings are critical components. During operation, it is essential to operate the machine correctly and to properly maintain and service these key components. Regular maintenance and inspections ensure optimal equipment performance and extend the service life of the sand-making machine.

The bearings of sand-making equipment bear the entire load of the machine. Regular lubrication directly affects the equipment’s service life and operating efficiency; therefore, regular lubrication is required. The lubricating oil used must be clean, the seals must be in good condition, and the lubrication standards specified in the manual must be strictly followed.

Whether the bearings are functioning properly directly affects the service life and efficiency of the sand-making machine. Therefore, special attention must be paid during operation, and regular inspections and maintenance are necessary. The general procedure is as follows:

After the sand-making machine has operated for approximately 400 hours, lubricant must be added to the bearings. Based on a daily operation of 10 hours and 20 operating days per month, this equates to approximately once every two months. If the machine has been idle for a long time, be sure to lubricate the bearings before starting it up.

After 2,000 hours of operation, the bearings should be cleaned to remove dust. If the machine is in continuous use, this translates to cleaning approximately once every six months.

After 7,200 hours of operation, the bearings must be replaced. For frequent use, replacement is required approximately every 3 years; for infrequent use, approximately every 4 years;

Avoid excessive bearing oil temperatures. In summer, it is recommended not to operate continuously for more than 12 hours; appropriate shutdowns should be scheduled.

(The technical parameters and other data mentioned in this article are subject to change with product upgrades. Click on the website’s customer service to obtain the latest equipment specification sheet.)

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