How the GREASOMATIC works
HOW THE DISCHARGE RATE IS CONTROLLED
The discharge duration of a lubricator of this type is dependent on the rate at which it generates gas. This in turn is governed by the degree of exposure of the galvanic element's gas generating cathode to the electrolyte in the presence of the sacrificial anode. The GREASOMATIC has a unique adjustable galvanic element. Before activation this is held in the underside of the cap and is connected to the control knob on the exterior of the unit. Turning the control knob causes the element's inner casing to rotate against its stationary outer casing. This in turn causes the rod shaped cathode to protrude from its seating to the extent necessary to provide the appropriate rate of gas generation for the discharge duration set on the dial.
SETTING THE DISCHARGE DURATION AND ACTIVATING THE UNIT
By rotating the control knob and its linked dial, the desired discharge duration can be set against the arrow on the casing. A choice of 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8 or 12 months duration is available. After the discharge duration has been set, the red locking pin is depressed to secure the setting and release the control knob from the dial. The knob is then rotated in a clockwise direction to inject the galvanic element into the electrolyte and actuate the unit. |
The adjustable galvanic element
Setting the discharge rate of 6 months
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