Bonfiglioli Gearbox VF44

Place a suitable container under the drain plug

Remove the filler and drain plugs

Wait for a few minutes to ensure all the oil has drained out

Thoroughly clean the drain plug magnet (if fitted)

Fit a new seal and refit the drain plug

Fill the gearbox with oil to the midpoint of the sight glass, or to the reference notch on the dipstick, or until oil starts to flow out of the level hole

Is the gearbox lubricated for life?

Change the synthetic oil and bearing grease if not lubricated for life.

Have all externally accessible seal rings been replaced due to prior issues?

Replace all externally accessible seal rings if not already done.

Has a general overhaul been performed earlier due to malfunctioning?

Perform a general overhaul of the gearbox if not done earlier.

Remove dust from gearbox and motor casings

Is the noise generated at constant load consistent?

Is there any excessive vibration or noise?

Are power absorption and voltage within nominal values?

Regrease bearings and seals where required

Is there any presence of contaminants in the oil, especially water?

Check the oil level according to the tables provided in the 'LUBRICATION' section of the manual

Is the oil level within the specified range?

Check for signs of lubricant leaks near the gearbox

Were any lubricant leaks detected?

Were any anomalies found during the inspection?

Identify the cause of any anomalies found