Perma FUTURA Manual

Operators pocket guide
perma FUTURA
The Expert in Lubrication Solutions

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Colour Type Dispensing Rate, cm
3
per day
Yellow 1
Green 3
Red 6
Grey 12
4*
1.4*
0.7*
0.3*
* Dispensing rates are based on an average ambient temperature of 20ºC. Higher average
temperatures lead to faster dispensing and lower temperatures to slower dispensing. Grease type
and resistance to grease flow presented by the lubrication point can also effect dispensing rates.
1. Operating principle & activation 2. Dispensing rates
Flexible
AActivator - Screws into the top of the lubricator.
Rotate the eyelet until it shears off - do not push
to the side.
Electrolyte - The electrolyte is contained within the
elastic bladder. The activation pellet reacts with
the electrolyte to produce gas. Refer to the product
Lubricant Piston - Gas accumulation builds
pressure forcing the lubricant piston forward. The
piston becomes viable when it reaches the clear
plastic cone end.
A
B
C
End Cone - Flexible and transparent.
D
B
C
D
Housing Design Transparent plastic (UV stable)
Operating principle Electrochemical (gas)
Discharge period (at +20˚C with NLGI 2 grease) 1, 3, 6 or 12 month activators
Lubricant volume 120cm
3
Ambient temperature range 0 to +40˚C
Remote installations* Up to 1 metre of 3/8” ID line
*Grease type, temperature and resistance to grease flow presented by the lubrication point can effect
allowable grease line lengths.
Different rates are achieved by selecting from a range of colour coded activators.
There are 4 types: 1 (yellow), 3 (green), 6 (red) and 12 (grey).
A Type 1 activator will dispense the lubricator contents over a 1 month period
when the average ambient temperature is 20°C, Type 3 dispenses in 3 months
and so on*
Technical Data

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3. Remote installations 4. Installation & servicing tips
K130S100 K1CHS100 K2CHG
Refer to sections 8, 9 and 10 for more information.
perma FUTURA lubricators are not included with kits.
Direct mount where safe to do so as this provides maximum grease pressure to the
bearing. For remote mounting use lines which are no more than 1 meter long with
an internal diameter of 10mm (3/8”). Smaller diameter lines increase resistance to
grease ow.
Always prime grease lines and pre-grease bearings.
Minimise small diameter restrictions and ensure that the bearing
will receive grease freely.
1. Pre-grease bearings to ensure that the point can receive grease freely.
2. Select the activator type to suit the application.
3. Decide whether to direct or remote mount depending on access and safety
implications. Do not exceed the recommended line dimensions.
4. Activate the lubricator:
5. Write the date of installation on the lubricator.
6. Screw the lubricator into the grease port by hand.
7. Once installed the lubricator should be periodically inspected
to check that accidental damage has not occurred.
10mm (3/8”)
minimum internal
diameter
1 Meter max total line length
Check that the activation
pellet is in place.
Screw the activator
in by hand until it is
nger tight.
Rotate the activator until the eyelet
shears off. DO NOT snap the eyelet
off by pushing to the side. Use a
ROTATING ACTION ONLY.
Shake the lubricator and
listen for the rattle sound
of the activator pellet.
AB
C D
CLACK CLACK!

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Taconite seal
purging and bearing
relubrication on
a plummer block
bearing
5. Trouble shooting 6. Contamination prevention
Observation Solution
Grease dispensing
too quickly
Temperature too high for activator type
• Select slower activator type. OR
• Remote mount away from heat source. OR
• Change to STAR Vario for temperature independent
dispensing.
Grease dispensing
too slowly
Temperature too low for activator type
• Select faster activator type. OR
• Change to STAR Vario for temperature independent
dispensing.
Resistance to grease flow too high
• Manually purge point to ensure that grease can be freely
received by bearing. THEN
• Reduce grease line length AND/OR increase line diameter. OR
• Eliminate restrictions caused by small diameter
fittings. OR
• Select faster activator type. OR
• Select a grease with better pumpability and / or better
resistance to oil bleed.
Grease ‘spurts’
from lubricator
when removed
from service
Resistance to grease flow too high
• Manually purge point to ensure that grease can be freely
received by bearing THEN
• Reduce grease line length AND/OR increase line diameter. OR
• Eliminate restrictions caused by small diameter fittings.
• Change to STAR Vario for higher pressure output.
Different bearing configurations have different greasing requirements. The examples
here demonstrate the importance of preventing the ingress of solid contaminants
and water.
For sites where contamination levels are high it is common to apply grease directly to
taconite or labyrinth seals, in addition to the bearing. This provides a positive purge of
grease to prevent the entry of contaminants.

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A1 x 1 point compact beam bracket E1 x 90 degree elbow
B1 x 30mm S/S beam clamp F1 x ¼” BSPF–1/8”BSPM reducer
C1 x Manual purge kit G1 x ¼” BSPF -¼”BSPM extension
D2 x Female swivel hose ends H0.5m 3/8” ID grease line
A1 x 1 point compact cage bracket E1 x 90 degree elbow
B1 x Manual purge kit F1 x ¼” BSPF–1/8”BSPM reducer
C0.75m 3/8” ID grease line G1 x ¼” BSPF -¼”BSPM extension
D2 x Female swivel hose ends
A
Example of Kit Assembly – K130S50 Example of Kit Assembly – K1CHS75
Part Number Description
MB01SBC30 Bracket SS compact 1 point with 30mm beam clamp
K130S50 Kit SS 1 point BC30 0.5m hose with fittings
K130S100 Kit SS 1 point BC30 1.0m hose with fittings
Part Number Description
CH01S Bracket SS compact 1 point cage mount
K1CHS50 Kit SS 1 point cage 0.5m hose with fittings
K1CHS100 Kit SS 1 point cage 1.0m hose with fittings
perma FUTURA lubricators are not included with Kit Assemblies. perma FUTURA lubricators are not included with Kit Assemblies.
7. Compact beam mount bracket
and installation kits
8. Compact cage mount bracket
and installation kits
B
CD
E F G
H
A
B
C
D

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The range of perma FUTURA installation kits for multiple points are summarised in
the table below.
perma FUTURA lubricators are not included with Kit Assemblies.
A1 x 2 point standard duty bracket E2 x 90 degree elbows
B2 x 30mm S/S beam clamps F2 x ¼” BSPF–1/8”BSPM reducers
C2 x Manual purge kits G2 x ¼” BSPF -¼”BSPM
extensions
D4 x Female swivel hose ends H2m 3/8” ID grease line
Example of Kit Assembly – K230G
Points Kit with BC30* Kit with BC65** Cage Hanger
2 points K230G K265G K2CHG
*BC30 = 30mm beam clamp **BC65 = 65mm beam clamp
9. Multi-point installation kits 10. Pre-assembled grease lines
A B
C
D
H
The information provided in this Quick Reference guide is of a general nature only.
Potential users of perma FUTURA should seek advice tailored to their particular
circumstances by contacting HTL perma Australia Pty Ltd.
Further information about the perma FUTURA is available from
www.perma.com.au in particular the following documents are available for download:
• Safety Data Sheet
• Multi-language Operators Guide
The information provided in this document is of a general nature only. Potential users of perma Automatic Lubricators should seek
advice tailored to their particular circumstances and, for this purpose, are welcome to contact HTL Perma Australia Pty Ltd on the
contact number provided.
HTL Perma Australia Pty Ltd is not liable for any costs, losses or damages, whether direct or indirect, arising from any reliance upon this
document. Details relating to product designs and specifications may be subject change without prior notice.
11. Further information
Line Length Empty Line Part #’s Filled Lines Part #’s
0.5 meter 90HD0.5 PSFXXX90HD0.5*
0.75 meter 90HD0.75 PSFXXX90HD0.75*
1.0 meter 90HD1.0 PSFXXX90HD1.0*
The selection of correct grease lines and fittings is critical to good quality lubricator
installations. Perma recommends grease lines with 3/8” internal diameter.
Pre-assembled grease lines are available to reduce installation time and ensure correct
line selection. Lines are available empty or pre-filled with grease. For filled lines the
grease type is denoted by a 6 digit code, shown here as PSFXXX.
* “XXX” is replaced by a unique 3-digit code for each grease type.
10. Pre-assembled grease lines

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