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Table 16–1 Lubrication Codes

Methods of Application Servicing Actions
ALS Automatic lube system CHG Change
ALL Air line lubricator CL Clean
BO Bottle oilers CK Check
DF Drip feed DR Drain
GC Grease cups INS Inspect
GP Grease packed LUB Lubricate
HA Hand applied
HO Hand oiling Servicing Intervals
ML Mechanical lubricator H Hourly
MO Mist oiler D Daily
OB Oil bath W Weekly
OC Oil circulation M Monthly
OR Oil reservoir Y Yearly
PG Pressure gun NOP When not operating
RO Ring oiled OP OK to service when operating
SLD Sealed
SFC Sight feed cups Service Responsibility
SS Splash system MAE Maintenance electricians
WFC Wick feed oil cups MAM Maintenance mechanics
WP Waste packed MAT Maintenance trades
OPR Operating personnel
OIL Oiler

cause problems such as overheating and churning. The amount needed can range from
a few drops per minute to a complete submersion bath.

A major step in developing the lubrication program is to assign specific responsibil-
ity and authority for the lubrication program to a competent maintainability or main-
tenance engineer. The primary functions and steps involved in developing the program
are to:

1. Identify every piece of equipment that requires lubrication.
2. Ensure that every piece of major equipment is uniquely identified, prefer-
ably with a prominently displayed number.
3. Ensure that equipment records are complete for manufacturer and physi-
cal location.
4. Determine the locations on each piece of equipment that need to be
lubricated.
5. Identify the lubricant to be used.
6. Determine the best method of application.
7. Establish the frequency or interval of lubrication.
8. Determine if the equipment can be safely lubricated while operating or if
it must be shut down.
9. Decide who should be responsible for any human involvement.