Gast Manufacturing Air Motor 2AM-ACC-88

Maintenance - Manual Lubrication

Ensure the following conditions are met before lubrication

Shut down the air motor before lubrication

Add oil to the air motor intake port

Operate the motor for approximately 2 hours at the maximum desired load

Measure the surface temperature of the motor on the casting opposite the pipe ports

Is the measured surface temperature within the normal range (not exceeding 275 degrees F/135 degrees C)?

Is the measured surface temperature exceeding the temperature listed on the motor?

Consult with your Gast Distributor/Representative for a recommendation if the measured temperature exceeds the listed value

MAINTENANCE - Automatic Lubrication

Check if the unit is fitted with an automatic inline oiler

Adjust inline oiler to feed 1 drop of oil per minute

Ensure not to overfeed oil to prevent exhaust air contamination

Ensure safety precautions are followed

Disconnect air line and muffler

Select the type of flushing solvent used

If using liquid solvent, pour several tablespoons directly into the intake port

If using Gast #AH255B, spray solvent for 5-10 seconds into intake port

Rotate the shaft by hand in both directions for a few minutes

Wear eye protection, cover exhaust with a cloth and reconnect the air line

Restart the motor at a low pressure of approximately 10 psi/0.7 bar

MAINTENANCE - Automatic Lubrication

Check intake and exhaust filters after first 500 hours of operation

Determine how frequently filters should be checked during future operation