Roughneck 58079 User manual

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Air Operated 50:1 Grease Pump Kit
Fits Drums 110-132 Lb.
Owner’s Manual
WARNING: Read carefully and understand all ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
INSTRUCTIONS before operating. Failure to follow the safety rules and other basic safety
precautions may result in serious personal injury.
Item #58079

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using it.
This pump kit is designed for certain applications only. Northern Tool and
Equipment is not responsible for issues arising from modification or
improper use of this product such as an application for which it was not
designed. We strongly recommend that this product not be modified
and/or used for any application other than that for which it was designed.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-222-5381.

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Table of Contents
Intended Use..........................................................................................................................................4
Packaging Contents..............................................................................................................................4
Technical Specifications......................................................................................................................4
Important Safety Information...............................................................................................................5
Specific Operation Warnings...............................................................................................................7
Main Parts of Product...........................................................................................................................9
Assembly Instructions........................................................................................................................12
Before Each Use..................................................................................................................................14
Operating Instructions........................................................................................................................14
Pressure Relief Procedure.................................................................................................................16
After Each Use.....................................................................................................................................16
Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................17
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................................17
Parts Diagram......................................................................................................................................19
Parts List..............................................................................................................................................21
Replacement Parts..............................................................................................................................23
Limited Warranty.................................................................................................................................24

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Intended Use
The Roughneck Air Operated 50:1 Grease Pump Kit is designed for transferring grease. Compressed,
air-operated, reciprocating pumps are designed for high pressure greasing. The pump kit applies to all
types of grease (up to NLGI-2 consistency). The pumps can be supplied as separate components or as
a complete system with all the elements necessary for installation. The pump can be assembled on
mobile units as well as fixed positions.
Packaging Contents
Part No.
Description
Quantity
1701502
Grease pump
1
1708001
Drum trolley
1
1709004
Drum cover
1
1709014
Follower plate
2
1762213
1/4"x13' connection hose
1
1785702
Z-swivel
1
1785700
Grease control valve
1
Technical Specifications
Compression ratio
50:1
Operating pressure (psi)
70-115
Air inlet pressure (psi)
115
Max. fluid pressure (psi)
5800
Max. free flow rate (min)
1.76lbs
Air consumption(min)
@115psi/4.3CFM
Tube Diameter (inch)
1.18
Suction tube length (inch)
29-1/8”
Suitable for drum (lb.)
1/4'' quick plug/1/4'' NPT female
Air inlet connection (inch)
Male 1/4''
Oil delivery connection
1/4”Male
Noise level (dB)
82
Drum Cover and Follower Plate List
Drum Cover
Diameter (in.)
Flower Plate
Diameter (in.)
Drum
Application (lb.)
1709004
15.2”
1709014
14.6”
110-132

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Drum Trolley List
Item No.
Drum Capacity (lb.)
1708001
44-132
Important Safety Information
⚠WARNING
Read and understand all instructions. Failure to follow all instructions may result in serious injury or
property damage.
The warnings, cautions, and instructions in this manual cannot cover all possible conditions or
situations that could occur. Exercise common sense and caution when using this tool. Always be
aware of the environment and ensure that the tool is used in a safe and responsible manner.
Do not allow persons to operate or assemble the product until they have read this manual and have
developed a thorough understanding of how it works.
Do not modify this product in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or
safety and could affect the life of the product. There are specific applications for which the product
was designed.
Use the right tool for the job. DO NOT attempt to force small equipment to do the work of larger
industrial equipment. There are certain applications for which this equipment was designed. This
product will be safer and do a better job at the capacity for which it was intended. DO NOT use this
equipment for a purpose for which it was not intended.
Industrial or commercial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
⚠WARNING
WORK AREA SAFETY
Inspect the work area before each use. Keep work area clean, dry, free of clutter, and well-lit.
Cluttered, wet, or dark work areas can result in injury. Using the product in confined work areas may
put you dangerously close to cutting tools and rotating parts.
Do not use the product where there is a risk of causing a fire or an explosion; e.g., in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. The product can create sparks, which may ignite the flammable
liquids, gases, or dust.
Do not allow the product to come into contact with an electrical source. The tool is not insulated and
contact will cause electrical shock.
Keep children and bystanders away from the work area while operating the tool. Do not allow
children to handle the product.
Be aware of all power lines, electrical circuits, water pipes, and other mechanical hazards in your
work area. Some of these hazards may be hidden from your view and may cause personal injury
and/or property damage if contacted.