SKF LAGG 18A

Mobile Air-driven Grease Pump

Instructions for use

Safety recommendations

The operating instructions should always be followed.

NEVER point the grease gun at people or animals.
Assure that the pressure in the air inlet hose is not above 8 bars.
Replace any damaged hoses immediately.
After use always disconnect the air inlet hose and release pressure
from the grease pump by operating the grease gun.
Protect all hoses against damage and excessive heat.
Before maintenance always remove the air pressure from the
grease pump (disconnect the air inlet hose and release pressure
from the filler pump by operating the grease gun).
Inspection and maintenance work may only be done by qualified
personnel.

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1. Application
The SKF LAGG 18A is a mobile, air operated grease pump suitable for
18 kg drums with any greases of an NLGI class 0, 1 or 2.

2. Description
The pneumatically operated grease pump is fully automatic. By
operating the grease gun handle the grease will automatically
discharged.
As soon as the handle is released the grease discharge is automatically
stopped.
For full mobility the grease pump is placed on a specially developed
trolley.
Note: It is recommended to include a pressure valve in the air inlet.
This will increase the working life of the grease pump mechanism.

3. Technical data
Maximum pressure air inlet :
Minimum pressure air inlet
:
Pressure ratio
:
Maximum output pressure
(with 8 bars air inlet pressure) :
Suitable grease
:
Suitable drum dimensions
- inside diameter
:
- max. inside height
:
Air quick connection nipple
:
Length of hose
:
Weight
:

8 bars (120 psi)

3 bars (40 psi)
1:55
425 bars (6.160 psi)
NLGI 0, 1 or 2
265-285 mm (10,4 - 11,2 in)
420 mm (16,5 in)
CEJN 10-320-5152
3,5 m (11 ft 5 in)
18 kg (40 lb)

4. Replacement parts
Replacement parts available on request.

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5. Operating instructions

1. Remove the lid of the grease drum.

2. Place the follower plate on top of the grease in the drum. Push the
follower plate down until grease is visible through the centre opening
of the plate.

3. Fit the cover plate on top of the drum.

4. Tighten the three butterfly screws to secure the top to the drum.
Note: Assure that the cover plate is centred and securely fixed to the
drum.

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5. Insert the piston rod of the pump mechanism through the cover
plate and the follower plate. Assure that the piston rod penetrates all
the way to the bottom of the drum.
6. Secure the piston rod to the cover plate by tightening the clamp
screw.
7. Assemble the trolley and put the grease keg on the triangular base.

8. Connect the trolley bar members around the square trolley rod and
the piston rod.
9. Attach the handle and secure it in position by means of the clamp
screw.

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10. Connect the grease gun hose to the grease pump.

11. Check that all the connections are securely fixed.
12. Check that none of the hoses are damaged and replace any
damaged hoses immediately.
13. Connect the air inlet hose to the quick connection nipple on the
grease pump. Check that the air inlet pressure is not above
8 bars (120 psi).
14. Open the grease gun handle until grease is discharged from the
gun. All the air has now been removed from the grease gun and the
grease pump is ready for use.

6. After use
1. Disconnect the air inlet hose.
2. Release the air pressure from the grease pump by operating the
grease gun handle.
3. Assure that after use the grease is discharged in an environmentally
friendly way.

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Copyright SKF 1999

MP557E/1999.04

In line with our policy of continuous development of

our products we reserve the right to alter any part of
the above specification without prior notice.