GSE Multi-outlet drum pump

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GSE
Operating manual
Imprint Page 1 EN

Multi-outlet drum pump GSE Imprint

The operating manual is part of the scope
of the SKF multi-outlet pump unit GSE for
centralized lubrication system.
The manual has been edited in conformity with
applicable standards and rules for technical
documentation.
© Copyright
SKF reserves the right to make changes to
adapt to technical improvement. Reprinting or
copying even of parts of this manual requires
the permission of SKF.

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Contents
Imprint  .............................................................   1 Faults  . ............................................................   18
Introduction  .....................................................   3 Placing out of service  . .................................   19
Notes on the operating manual  ...................   3 Temporary standstill  ................................   19
Safety instructions  .........................................   4 Final standstill  ...........................................   19
Applications  .....................................................   5 Spare parts  ...................................................   19
Lubricants  . ......................................................   5 Accessories  ....................................................   19
Delivery  ............................................................   6 Technical data   ..............................................   20
Transport and Storage  ...................................   6 Service  ...........................................................   21
Versions  ...........................................................   7
Design  ..............................................................   8
Function  .........................................................   10
Installation  .....................................................   11
Setup  . ........................................................   11
Installation  .................................................   11
Pump element  ..............................................   12
Mounting the pump elements  ................   13
Level monitoring  . .........................................   14
Commissioning  .............................................   15
Bleeding of pump.  ....................................   15
Bleeding of the pump elements  .............   15
Flow rate adjustment  ...................................   16
Changing the drum  ......................................   16
Maintenance  . ................................................   17

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Introduction Page 3 EN

Introduction Notes on the operating

manual
The multi-outlet drum pumps GSE are
remarkable in their operational reliability and
long service lives. The lubrication systems Text marked with this sign alerts to
are made in conformity with the gener- special hazards or work that must be
ally recognized rules of technology and the performed with caution.
applicable safe working practices and the rules
for accident prevention. Still hazards may be Keep the operating manual in a safe place so
involved in their use, which can lead to injury that it is always available wherever the unit is
of operators or other persons or damage the in use.
machine or other property. This operating manual is part of the unit, and
To ensure trouble-free operation and prevent it must be given to the operating company
hazard, we kindly ask you to read the pres- upon sale of the unit.
ent manual carefully and observe the notes
contained in it.
The present manual gives the instructions for
operating and servicing standard multi-outlet
drum pumps GSE († page 7). In the case of a
special pump GSE, read carefully the technical
sheet delivered with the pump with all specific
technical data).

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Safety instructions
Please comply with the following safety
instructions in order to prevent possible
damage and to ensure that the multi-outlet
drum pumps GSE work properly.
Use the GSE pump only in technically perfect
condition for their intended use. Be aware of
hazards and observe the operating manual.
Especially errors that could affect safety must
be resolved without delay. Safety measures
corresponding to the parameters of the lubri-
cant supplied must be stipulated.
The safety mechanisms must not be damaged,
dismantled, or in any way made inoperable,
nor must they be replaced by parts which have
not been expressly approved of by SKF.
The electrical connection and all interventions
such as repairs, component replacement, etc.
may be carried out only by properly qualified
and instructed personnel.
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Safety instructions
If units are improperly connected,
substantial material or personal
damage my be the consequence.
Repair work must only be performed after a
trained specialist has disconnected the unit
from power.
Working on systems under electrical
voltage could lead to personal injury.
The centralized lubrication system connected
to the GSE pump may be under pressure.
Before extension work, changes, repairs, etc. it
must be depressurized.
Working on systems under pressure
could lead to personal injury.
Unauthorized modifications to the
pump and the use of unauthorized
spare parts and aids are prohibited
and disqualify the warranty.
Worn-out pumps must be made inoperable
and disposed of properly.
Applications
Applications
All products from SKF may be used
only for their intended purpose
as described in this brochure and in
any instructions. If operating instructions
are supplied with the products, they must
be read and followed.
Not all lubricants are suitable for use in
centralized lubrication systems. SKF does
offer an inspection service to test customer
supplied lubricant to determine if it can be
used in a centralized system. SKF lubrica-
tion systems or their components are not
approved for use with gases, liquefied
gases, pressurized gases in solution and
fluids with a vapor pressure exceeding
normal atmospheric pressure (1013 mbars)
by more than 0,5 bar at their maximum
permissible temperature.
Hazardous materials of any kind, especially
the materials classified as hazardous by
European Community Directive EC 67/548/
EEC, Article 2, Par. 2, may only be used to
fill SKF centralized lubrication systems and
components and delivered and/or distrib-
uted with the same after consulting with
and receiving written approval from SKF.
The multi-outlet drum pumps GSE serve
to supply lubricant to centralized lubrication
systems. Other use or use beyond this purpose
is considered unintended. SKF will not accept
liability for damages resulting from such unin-
tended use.
Only authorized lubricants for the
pump type may be supplied. Unsuita-
ble lubricants could lead to the pump
failing and possibly severe properly damage
and personal injury.
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Lubricants
The GSE pump can supply lubricants with the
following effective viscosity:
• mineral, synthetic and environmentally safe
oils with a viscosity between 100 mm²/s and
5 000 mm²/s
• greases up to NLGI grade 2
A list of authorized lubricants can be found on
the Internet at www.skf.com/lubrication. The
lubricants recommended correspond in their
composition to customary safety regulations,
and they are suitable for use in centralized
lubrication systems.
Whenever using other lubricants, keep in
mind that there are lubricants which, although
within the authorized limits, nevertheless are
unsuitable for centralized lubrication systems
because of their characteristics.
Keep in mind that lubricants are environ-
mentally unfriendly substances and that their
transport, storage and processing require that
special safety measures be taken.
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Delivery Transport and Storage

Upon receiving the package please check the
items for possible damage, and ensure the
package is complete by checking the supply
papers.
Keep the packaging material until any and all
problems have been clarified.
There are no restrictions on transportation by
land, air and sea.
In general, the pump should be stored in a dry
and dust-free environment.
The storage temperatures are between -10 °C
and +40 °C.

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Versions Table 1

Multi-outlet drum pumps GSE

Multi-outlet drum pumps GSE are available in
different designs. They differ depending on the
Order No.* Drum Level Follower
drum capacity and dimensions, on which they capacity monitoring plate Cover
are mounted († table page 9).
GSE0-25-00 25
GSE pumps can have a lubricant level monitor- GSE0-25-01 25 • •
ing device (pressure switch). A follower plate is GSE0-25-10 25 •
fitted to the GSE pump in the case of a grease GSE0-25-11 25 • • •
drum. GSE0-25N-00 25
How your GSE pump is equipped is indicated GSE0-25N-01 25 • •
on the nameplate and delivery papers. The GSE0-25N-10 25 •
adjacent table lists the different standard GSE0-25N-11 25 • • •
models. GSE0-50-00 50
GSE0-50-01 50 • •
If a multi-outlet drum pump unit is
GSE0-50-10 50 •
not listed in table 1, please refer to
GSE0-50-11 50 • • •
the delivered technical sheet to know
GSE0-50L-00 50 L
the specific technical data of the unit.
GSE0-50L-01 50 L • •
GSE0-50L-10 50 L •
GSE0-50L-11 50 L • • •
GSE0-200-00 200
GSE0-200-01 200 • •
GSE0-200-10 200 •
GSE0-200-11 200 • • •

*) The order No. is completed with the voltage key:

+140: 230/400 V AC, 50 Hz ; +428: 230 V AC , 50/60 Hz ; +924: 24 V DC

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Design
motor lift ring
Figure 1 shows the essential design of the
multi-outlet drum pump GSE. motor

The main element of the GSE pump is the pump element

pump housing with the eccentric cam in it.
The gear motor on the back side of the pump
housing drives the cam. reducing gear
The pump housing in mounted on the suction pump housing
pipe, which will be plunged into the drum. You
can adjust the height of the suction pipe with
a positioning wheel. In the case of a drum of positioning wheel
grease, the pipe is equipped with a follower
plate and a cover, which adapts itself to differ-
drum cover
ent drum sizes.
(for grease only)
The pump elements, from 1 to 6, are fitted
around the pump housing. There is a bleeding follower plate
plug and the front side of the pump housing (for grease only)
and you can extract the pump from the drum
by means of the lift ring. suction pipe

suction check valve

Fig. 1 Design of the GSE pump

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Design Page 9 EN

ca. 367 ca. 205

Drum Cover Unit

(drum outer Ø)
ca. 335

min. max. max. H

ØB ØB
25 kg 265 310 935
25 kg N 285 305 935
50 kg 350 395 1150
50 kg L 360 405 1150
H

200 kg 565 610 1340

ØB
Drum Pipe Follwer plate
(drum inner Ø)
max. min. max.
h ØA ØA
ØA
25 kg 480 260 298
h

25 kg N 480 300 340

50 kg 695 330 370
50 kg L 695 360 405
200 kg 890 550 590

Fig. 2 Dimensions of the GSE pump

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Function
When the GSE pump is switched on, the pri- lubrication point, or to a primary line, which is
mary shaft of the gear motor (1/100) is driving delivering the lubricant to progressive feeders.
a vertical shaft, on which an eccentric cam is
Control (manometer, pressure switches, flow
mounted. This cam is in the pump housing. It
indicators) and safety devices (overpressure
actuates simultaneously:
valve) have to be independently installed on
• the control piston of the suction valve of every line in regard to the requirements and
the pipe, surrounding conditions of every lubrication
• the pumping piston of the pump element. point.
The pipe sucks via the suction valve the lubri-
cant in the drum and delivers it into the pump
housing. A pressure switch, set at 0,3 bar, is
inside the pump housing. It checks the pump
housing is correctly fed up. When the pressure
inside the pump housing drops the pressure
switch sends a signal. The lack of pressure
means that the drum is empty.
The pump elements are fitted around the
pump housing. Every pump element is con-
nected to the eccentric as the piston heel is
put into the eccentric groove. Every rotation
(≈15  min-1) of the eccentric actuates the
pump elements. The pumping pistons suck
in the pump housing the lubricant, which is
the metered by the valve piston. The metered
quantity of lubricant is then fed out through
the pump element outlet. The pump ele-
ment outlet is either directly connected to a

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Installation
Installation
Setup
Before installing the GSE pump, remove the
packaging material as well as any transport
safety devices (e.g. sealing plug in the open
outlet).
The pump must be protected from moisture
and vibration, but on the other hand mounted
so that it is easily accessible to ensure that all
further installation work can be carried out
without difficulty. Ensure that there is adequate
space for changing the drum when necessary.
The main lines to the lubrication points should
be laid with an upward inclination if possible
(air bleeding). Lubricant distributors at the end
of the lubrication system should be installed
with the lubrication point lines pointing
upward.
Hand tighten the tube fittings, then tighten
them by 1 1/2 turn.
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The supply voltage on site must The GSE pump
agree with the information on the • Loosen the positioning wheel on the cover
nameplate. Check the fusing of the
• Let slide the suction pipe into the drum and
circuit. Use only the original fuse with the
adjust the height
required ampere value. If other fuses are
used, damage to property of personal injury • The suction pipe has to come to a stop at
may be the consequence. the bottom of the drum
• Tighten the positioning wheel
Installation • Mount the pump element (see the para-
graph Mounting the pump elements)
Install the pump in the following order:
• Connect the tubes
Follower plate (drum of grease)
• Connect the electric items (motor and
• Remove the cover from the lubricant drum eventually pressure switch)
• Press the follower plate onto the grease
• Correctly press on the follower plate in
order to blow away the air beneath
Do not use buckled drums, as there
is no guarantee for tightness.
Cover (drum of grease)
• Put the cover on the drum
• Fasten the cover with the three lock screws.
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Pump element
The pump element type GS100._._ is made
of two different pistons: the valve piston and
the pumping piston. The pumping piston is
building up the pressure inside the pumping
element. It is actuated (to-and-fro movement)
by the eccentric as the heel of the piston is
inserted into the groove of the eccentric.
2 3 4 5
The pump element has a check valve at the
outlet connection.

Order No. Tube Flow rate per stroke

GS100.6.6 Ø6 0,03 to 0,08 cm3
GS100.6.8 Ø6 0,03 to 0,08 cm3
GS100.8.6 Ø8 0,05 to 0,15 cm3 1
GS100.8.8 Ø8 0,05 to 0,15 cm3

The pump elements GS100.8._ are identified

by a red ring.

Fig. 3 Pump element

1. Flow rate adjusting screw

2. Outlet connector
3. Red ring, identification of the GS100.8._
4. Fixing screw on pump housing+ seal
5. Piston pump with heel

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Mounting, pump elements
Mounting the pump elements
It is possible to mount up to 6 pump elements
on the GSE pump.
Mount and dismount pump elements
only when the unit is disconnected
from power supply. Failure to comply
with this requirement may lead to bodily
injury or damage of the unit.
There are six outlet ports radially placed
around the GSE pump housing. The pump
element can be mounted in one of these ports.
It is directly connected to the eccentric by the
groove.
2
3
Fig. 4 Pump housing
1. Fixing thread
2. Eccentric
3. Groove
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• Screw off the closing plug (initial mounting)
or the pump element (replacing).
• Remove bothersome lubricant between the
fixing thread and the groove.
• Pull out the piston of the new pump ele-
ment as far as possible.
• Insert the pump element with a light up-
ward inclination until the eccentric
(† fig. 5). The seal has to be between the Fig. 5
pump element and the pump housing.
• Set the pump element horizontally such as
the piston heel is coming into the eccentric
groove († fig. 6).
• Screw in the pump element.
Fig. 6
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Level monitoring
The level monitoring of a GSE pump is per-
formed with a pressure switch located inside
the pump housing.
The suction pipe of the pump sucks the lubri-
cant in the drum and delivers it into the pump
housing. Pressure builds up inside the pump
housing. When the drum is empty, the pres-
sure in the pump housing relieves and drops
under the pressure set at the pressure switch
(0,3 bar). The pressure switch sends a signal to
indicate the drum is empty.

Fig. 7 Wiring diagram of the pressure switch

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Commissioning
Commissioning
Before starting the pump unit check
if all connections have been well
mounted and tightened.
To ensure the good function of the lubrication
system, it is recommended to prefill the differ-
ent lubrication lines before to connect them to
the pump.
Bleeding of pump.
• Set the pump element to the minimal flow
rate
• Run the pump
• Screw off the bleeding plug, which is on the
front of the pump housing
• Let run the pump until bubble free lubricant
comes out
• Put back the bleeding plug
According to the viscosity of the lubricant and
the height of the suction pipe, the delay of this
operation is variable (up to 20 minutes in the
most unfavorable case).
• Stop the pump
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Bleeding of the pump elements
For an easier priming bleed the pump ele- • Set the pump elements to their maximal
ments. flow rate
• Loosen the sealing nut (1) • Let the pump run until bubble-free lubri-
cant comes out of the main lines connected
• Loosen the clamping nut (3)
to the pump elements
• Run the motor-driven unit until lubricant
comes out of the swiveling connector (4) • Connect the main lines to the lubrication
points or to the distributors
• Stop the motor-driven unit
• Tighten the clamping nut (3)
• Tighten the sealing nut (1)
• Do the same for all pump elements
• Connect the main lines to the pump ele-
ments
4
3
1
2
Fig. 8 Bleeding of the pump element
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Flow rate adjustment
To adjust the pump element flow rate you need
a 4 mm key for hexagon socket screw.
A pump element type GS100.6._ can deliver
from 0,03 to 0,08 cm3 per stroke. A complete
turn of the screw corresponds to a volume of
0,0333 cm3.
A pump element type GS100.8._ can deliver
from 0.05 to 0,15 cm3 per stroke. A complete
turn of the screw corresponds to a volume of
0,0625 cm3.
• Loosen the sealing nut (1)
• Turn the adjusting screw (2) clockwise with
the key to reduce the flow rate.
• Turn the adjusting screw (2) counter-clock-
wise with the key to increase the flow rate.
• Tighten the sealing nut (1).
1 2
Fig. 9 Flow rate adjustment
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Flow rate adjustment
Changing the drum
• Switch off the GSE pump • Reconnect the main lines to the pump ele-
• Disconnect the pump elements ments
• Screw off the three clamping screw, which The installation is now ready to operate.
hold the cover on the drum
• Remove the pump and the cover** from *) These procedures apply only in the case of grease drum.
the drum. Use the lift ring and a jib **) In the case of the oil drum, the cover is often the one of
the drum. It is then not necessary to remove it.
• Lay the pump and cover on an even and
clean surface to prevent any pollution
• Remove the follower plate from the rest of
lubricant and take it out of the drum*
• Lay the follower plate on an even and clean
surface to prevent any pollution*
• Put the follower plate in the new drum*
• Firmly press on the follower plate so that no
air bubble is forming under it*
• Put back the cover and the pump on the
drum. The suction pipe must slide through
the follower plate
• Fasten the cover on the drum with the
three clamping screws
• If necessary adjust the height of the suction
pipe. It has to come to a stop at the bottom of
the drum. (see paragraph installation)
• Bleed the pump housing and the pump ele-
ments (see paragraph commissioning)
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Maintenance
Maintenance work may be carried • All electrical connections and lines must be
out only by qualified and trained checked regularly for damage and to ensure
specialists instructed to do so. that they are firmly in place.
• Any faults found must be properly rectified
Maintenance work may be carried before the system is activated again.
out only after a trained specialist has
disconnected the unit from power.
Working on systems under electrical voltage
could lead to personal injury.

The lubrication system may be under

pressure. Before extension work,
changes, repairs, etc. it must be
depressurized.

Multi-outlet pumps GSE are for the most

part maintenance free. To ensure they work
properly, however, please regularly check the
following:
• If there is no monitoring device on the lines
and after longer operation (max. 6 months),
check the good function of the pump ele-
ments.
• Regularly check the lubricant level in the
drum and replace it as soon as the minimal
level has been reached.
• Check the pump regularly for external dam-
ages and leaks.

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Faults
Table 2 Fault analysis and remedy
All interventions such as repairs,
Problem Possible cause Remedy
component replacement, etc. may be
carried out only by properly qualified No outflow at the Electric cause Check the motor power supply
and instructed personnel. operating pres- • voltages
sure The motor does not run during
the lubrication process • connections
Repair work may be carried out only • cables
after a trained specialist has discon-
nected the unit from power. Working Check the motor heat shield
on system under electrical voltage could Replace the motor if necessary.
lead to personal injury. Mechanical causes Remove the pump element
Pump element blocked Check the good function (easily sliding of the
The centralized lubrication system pistons - by hands).
may be subjected to pressure. Before
extension work, changes, repairs, etc. Remove and replace the pumping element if
it must be depressurized. necessary
Worn pumping element Replace the pumping element
Table 2 contains an overview of problems, Hydraulic causes Check the installation
which you can remedy yourself. You should • blocked distributor
Pressure too high
contact the SKF if the problem can not be • blocked lubrication point
rectified by taking measures described here. Not enough lubricant in the Replace the drum
reservoir
Air in the reservoir Bleed the pump and the pipes, and use a deaer-
ated lubricant. Check if there is no air between the
follower plate and the lubricant.
Unsuitable lubricant viscosity Empty the whole installation and replace the
(> NLGI grade 2) lubricant

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Placing out of service Spare parts*

Temporary standstill Order No. Designation

GSJ1115-RE Outlet plug HC - M20 x 1.5, with washer
Comply with the instructions from the chapter
Transport and Storage if the multi-outlet pump GSJ1111+140 Gear motor 230/400 V three-phase, 50 Hz
GSE is to be at a standstill for a longer period GSJ1111+428 Gear motor 230 V single phase, 50/60 Hz
of time. GSJ1111+924 Gear motor 24 V DC
AC-4261-W Pressure switch
Final standstill GS100.6.6 Pumping element, piston Ø6, tube connection Ø6
GS100.6.8 Pumping element, piston Ø6, tube connection Ø8
If you want to bring the lubrication system to
GS100.8.6 Pumping element, piston Ø8, tube connection Ø6
a permanent standstill, please comply with
GS100.8.8 Pumping element, piston Ø8, tube connection Ø8
the legal stipulations for disposal of grease
containing components. *) Non-exhaustive list

The system can also be taken back by SKF for Accessories

disposal if the costs are covered.
Order No. Designation
PT.120.25 Cover for 25 kg drum
PT.120.25N Cover for 25 kg drum
PT-130-50 Cover for 50 kg drum
PT.120.50L Cover for 50 kg wide drum
PT.120.200 Cover for 200 kg drum
GSE1008-25 Follower plate for 25 kg drum
GSE1008-25N Follower plate for 25 kg drum
GSE1008-50 Follower plate for 50 kg drum
GSE1008-50L Follower plate for 50 kg wide drum
GSE1008-200 Follower plate for 200 kg drum
PT-1028 Lift jib

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Technical data
Number of outlets .................................................................................1 to 6 Technical data
Delivery rate per stroke and outlet Electric motor 3-phase 1-phase Direct current
• piston Ø 6 .............................. adjustable from 0,03 to 0,08 cm3/stroke Class F/vented F/vented not vented
• piston Ø 8 .............................. adjustable from 0,05 to 0,15 cm3/stroke Voltage 230/400 V 230 V AC* 24 V DC*
Number of strokes ......................................................................... ≈ 15/min AC*
Frequency 50 Hz
50/60 Hz** -
Pressure max. ................................................................................. 250 bars Power 90 W
Outlet connector .................... swivable, drilling for double tapered union Protection IP 55 IP 55 IP 54
............................................................................................... for tube Ø 6 or 8 Rotation speed 1500 min-1 at 50 Hz
Drain plug . .............................................................................................. H 14 Intensity 230 V 0,59 A 1,10 A -
Intensity 400 V 0,34 A - -
Min. level monitoring ......................................................... pressure switch.
Intensity 24 V DC - - 5A
..................................................................with connector, adjustable: 0,3 bar
Tropicalized yes
Operating temperature.......................................................... -10 to +40 °C *) Low voltage directive 73/23/EEC – Norm EN 60439
Lubricant (at operating temperature) **) At 60 Hz rotation speed is multiplied by 1,2
• grease .......................................................................... up to NLGI grade 2 Level monitoring, pressure switch
• oil .................................................................................. ≥ 100 mm²/s (cSt) Switching capacity ......................................................................... 250 V/ 4 A
Material Voltage max. . ......................................................................................... 250 V
• pumping element .............................................................. steel and brass Intensity max. . ......................................................................................... 0,5 A
• housing .................................................................................... coated steel Protection ................................................................................................ IP 65
• suction pipe . .................................................................... galvanized steel Connector ...................................................................................... DIN 43650
Cable gland ................................................................................................ PG9

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Service
Please contact our sales offices or our interna-
tional representatives if you have any ques-
tions or problems.
You can find a list with current addresses on
the Internet at:
• www.skf.com/lubrication

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Notes

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SKF Lubrication Systems France SAS
Rue Robert Amy, B.P. 70130
49404 SAUMUR cedex
FRANCE
Tel. +(33) 02 41 40 42 00 • Fax+(33) 02 41 40 42 42
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