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Field experience, supported by extensive engineering tests, indicates the use of the proper planetary gear oil is essen-
tial to reliable and safe operation of the brake clutch and obtaining long gear train life.
For simplicity, BRADEN has listed a few readily available products in each temperature range which have been test-
ed and found to meet our specifications. This is not to say that other lubricant brands would not perform as well.
If the following lubricant brands are not available in your area, make certain your lubricant vendor supplies you with oil
that is equivalent to those products listed below.
BRADEN planetary hoists are factory filled with Exxon Spartan EP 150 gear oil.
RECOMMENDED PLANETARY GEAR OIL
Failure to use the proper type and viscosity of planetary gear oil may contribute to intermittent brake clutch slippage
which could result in severe personal injury, death, or property damage. Some gear lubricants contain large amounts
of EP (extreme pressure) and anti-friction additives which may contribute to brake clutch slippage and damage to
brake friction discs or seals. Oil viscosity with regard to ambient temperature is also critical to reliable brake clutch
operation. Our tests indicate that excessively heavy or thick gear oil may contribute to intermittent brake clutch slip-
page. Make certain that the gear oil viscosity used in your hoist is correct for your prevailing ambient temperature.
CAUTION
WARNING
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GEAR OIL DRAIN
ACCESS HOLE
SIGHT GAUGE
VENT
GEAR OIL FILL &
ACCESS HOLE
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