SKF LINCOLN ACP Series User manual

Assembly Instructions
Single-piston pump of the
ACP/MCP type series
Pneumatically/manually operated piston pump for single-line systems
Creation date: 06.08.2020
Document no.: 951-170-237-EN
Version: 01
Read this manual before
installing or commissioning the
product and keep it at hand for
later reference!

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Original EC Declaration of Incorporation in accordance with Directive 2006/42/EC, Appendix II
Part 1 B
We hereby declare, under our sole responsibility, that the partly completed machinery conforms
Designation: Air-operated piston pump to supply lubricant within a centralized lubrication system
Types: Piston pump ACP with reservoir
Part number: ACP15-XXXXXXX-XXX
ACP-9XXXXXXX
Year of construction: See type identification plate
to the essential health and safety requirements of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex I, marked in the Annex to the Declaration of Incorporation as
applicable and fulfilled at the time of placing on the market.
The specific technical documentation described in Annex VII, Part B of this Directive has been compiled. We undertake to transmit the specific technical
documentation in electronic form, in response to a reasoned request by the national authorities. The Technical Standardization Manager is the authorized
representative for the technical documentation. See the manufacturer information for the address. The following Directives and standards were applied in
the applicable areas:
2011/65/EU: RoHS II
2014/30/EU: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Industry)
EN ISO 12100:2010 EN 809:1998+A1:2009/AC:2010 EN 349:1993+A1:2008 EN 60529:1991+A1:2000;+A2:2013
EN ISO 4413:2010 EN ISO 4414:2010 EN ISO 13857:2008
EN 50581:2012
The partly completed machinery must not be put into service until it has been established that the machinery into which it is to be incorporated is in
compliance with the provisions of the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and all other applicable Directives.
Berlin, 06.08.2020
Jürgen Kreutzkämper
Holger Schmidt
Manager R&D
Germany
Manager Modularization
Berlin
Manufacturer: SKF Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH, Motzener Straße 35/37, DE - 12277 Berlin
Note regarding manually driven MCP piston pumps:
The manually driven MCP piston pumps do not fall within the scope of the machinery directive (2006/42/EG). Despite this, the
manually driven MCP pump has been designed, manufactured and tested taking into account all relevant factors that influence its safety.
If the manually driven MCP pump is used as described in these instructions, safety during its lifetime is ensured.
For pump variants of the manually driven MCP piston pump with monitoring (proximity sensor), the EMC directive (2014/30/EC) and the
RoHS directive ((2011/65/EC) apply. For this reason, these variants have a CE marking.
Annex to the declaration of incorporation of the ACP pump following 2006/42/EC, annex II, no 1 B
Description of the essential health and safety requirements according to 2006/42/EC, Annex I, which have been applied and complied
with:
Table 1
Annex to the declaration of incorporation
No.: Basic safety and health requirements Applicable: Complied
with:
1.1.1 Definitions No
1.1.2 Principles of safety integration Yes Yes
1.1.3 Materials and products Yes Partly
1)
1.1.4 Lighting No
1.1.5 Design of machinery to facilitate its handling Yes
Y
es
1.1.6 Ergonomics Yes Partly
2)
1.1.7 Operating positions No
1.1.8 Seating No
1.2 Control systems
1.2.1 Safety and reliability of control systems No
1.2.2 Control devices No
1.2.3 Starting Yes Yes
1.2.4 Stopping Yes Yes
1.2.4.1 Normal stop No
1.2.4.2 Operational stop Yes
Y
es

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Table 1
Annex to the declaration of incorporation
No.: Basic safety and health requirements Applicable: Complied
with:
1.2.4.3 Emergency stop No
1.2.4.4 Assembly of machinery No
1.2.5 Selection of control or operating modes Yes Yes
1.2.6 Failure of the power supply Yes Yes
1.3 Protection against mechanical hazards
1.3.1 Risk of loss of stability Yes
Y
es
1.3.2 Risk of break-up during operation Yes Yes
1.3.3 Risks due to falling or ejected objects No
1.3.4 Risks due to surfaces, edges or angles Yes Yes
1.3.5 Risks related to combined machines No
1.3.6 Risks related to variations in operating conditions No
1.3.7 Risks related to moving parts No
1.3.8 Choice of protection against risks arising from moving parts No
1.3.8.1 Moving transmission parts No
1.3.8.2 Moving parts involved in the process No
1.3.9 Risks of uncontrolled movements No
1.4 Required characteristics of guards and protective devices
1.4.1 General requirements Yes Yes
1.4.2 Special requirements for guards No
1.4.2.1 Fixed guards No
1.4.2.2 Interlocking movable guards No
1.4.2.3 Adjustable guards restricting access No
1.4.3 Special requirements for protective devices No
1.5 Risks due to other hazards
1.5.1 Electricity supply Yes Yes
1.5.2 Static electricity Yes
Y
es
1.5.3 Energy supply other than electricity Yes Yes
1.5.4 Errors of fitting Yes Yes
1.5.5 Extreme temperatures Yes Yes
1.5.6 Fire Yes Yes
1.5.7 Explosion No
1.5.8 Noise Yes Yes
1.5.9 Vibrations Yes Yes
1.5.10 Radiation Yes Yes
1.5.11 External radiation Yes Yes
1.5.12 Laser radiation No
1.5.13 Emission of hazardous materials and substances Yes Yes
1.5.14 Risk of being trapped in a machine No
1.5.15 Risk of slipping, tripping and falling Yes Yes
3)
1.5.16 Lightning Yes Yes
1.6 Maintenance
1.6.1 Machinery maintenance Yes Yes
1.6.2 Access to operating positions and servicing points Yes Partly
4)
1.6.3 Isolation of energy sources Yes Yes
1.6.4 Operator interventions Yes Yes
1.6.5 Cleaning of internal parts Yes
Y
es
1.7 Information
1.7.1 Information and warnings on the machinery No
1.7.1.1 Information and information devices Yes Yes
1.7.1.2 Warning devices Yes Yes
1.7.2 Warning of residual risks Yes
Y
es
1.7.3 Marking of machinery Yes Yes
1.7.4 Instructions Yes Yes

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Table 1
Annex to the declaration of incorporation
No.: Basic safety and health requirements Applicable: Complied
with:
1.7.4.1 General principles for the drafting of instructions Yes
Y
es
1.7.4.2 Contents of the instructions Yes Yes
1.7.4.3 Sales literature Yes Yes
1)
The product is basically designed for the use of harmless media. The operator must check whether the lubricant used has certain
hazardous effects (e.g. sensitization). If necessary, a retention tray may be required. Pressure control valves must also be used.
2)
The integrator has to ensure that the pump is integrated into the machine in such way that operation and filling of the pump are
ergonomically possible.
3)
Not relevant inside the incomplete machine (pump), only outside the incomplete machine. Here the machine integrator/operator is
responsible.
4)
The integrator has to ensure that the pump is integrated into the machine in such way that operation of the pump is possible without
risk.

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Masthead
Manufacturer
SKF Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH
Email: [email protected]
www.skf.com/lubrication
Berlin Plant
Motzener Strasse 35/37
12277 Berlin
Germany
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
Walldorf Plant
Heinrich-Hertz-Strasse 2-8
69190 Walldorf, Germany
Germany
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Warranty
The instructions contain no statements regarding the warranty
or liability for defects. That information can be found in our
General Terms of Payment and Delivery.
Training
We conduct detailed training in order to enable maximum safety
and efficiency. We recommend taking advantage of this training.
For further information, contact your authorized SKF dealer or
the manufacturer.

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Table of contents
Masthead.............................................................................................5
Table of contents................................................................................6
Safety alerts, visual presentation, and layout................................7
1. Safety instructions.........................................................................8
1.1 General safety instructions ....................................................8
1.2 General behaviour when handling the product...................8
1.3 Intended use.............................................................................8
1.4 Persons authorized to use the product ................................8
1.5 Foreseeable misuse.................................................................8
1.6 Referenced documents...........................................................9
1.7 Prohibition of certain activities ..............................................9
1.8 Painting plastic components and seals ................................9
1.9 Safety markings on the product............................................9
1.10 Notes on the type plate........................................................9
1.11 Notes on CE marking............................................................9
1.12 Note on Pressure Equipment Directive .............................9
1.13 Emergency shutdown........................................................ 10
1.14 Assembly, maintenance, fault, repair.............................. 10
1.15 First start-up, daily start-up ............................................ 10
1.16 Residual risks...................................................................... 11
2. Lubricants.................................................................................... 12
2.1 General information ............................................................. 12
2.2 Material compatibility........................................................... 12
2.3 Temperature characteristics............................................... 12
2.4 Ageing of lubricants.............................................................. 12
2.5 Avoidance of malfunctions and hazards............................ 12
3. Overview, functional description............................................... 13
3.1 Construction designs............................................................ 14
3.2 Design .................................................................................... 15
3.3 Operating principle ............................................................... 15
3.4 Connected load ..................................................................... 15
3.5 Filling level monitoring......................................................... 16
4. Technical data ............................................................................. 16
4.1 Type identification code....................................................... 18
5. Delivery, returns, storage.......................................................... 19
5.1 Delivery .................................................................................. 19
5.2 Return shipment................................................................... 19
5.3 Storage .................................................................................. 19
5.4 Storage temperature range................................................ 19
5.5 Storage conditions for products filled with lubricant ...... 19
5.5.1 Storage period up to 6 months .............................. 19
5.5.2 Storage period between 6 and 18 months........... 19
5.5.3 Storage period more than 18 months................... 19
6. Assembly...................................................................................... 20
6.1 General information ............................................................. 20
6.2 Set-up and attachment ....................................................... 20
6.3 Connection dimensions........................................................ 20
6.4 Electrical connection (single-piston pumps with filling level
monitoring)................................................................................... 20
6.4.1 Inductive consumers ................................................ 20
6.4.2 Float switch (single-piston pump for oil supply) .. 20
6.4.3 Capacitive filling-level switch (single-piston pump
for fluid grease supply)....................................................... 21
6.5 Compressed air connection (pneumatically operated
single-piston pumps) .................................................................. 21
6.6 Lubrication line connection ................................................. 22
6.7 Laying of the lubrication lines............................................. 22
7. First start-up............................................................................... 24
7.1 Lubricant filling ..................................................................... 24
7.2 Adjustment of the capacitive filling level switch (single-
piston pumps for fluid grease supply with filling level
monitoring)................................................................................... 24
7.3 Vent centralized lubrication system................................... 25
8. Operation ..................................................................................... 26
8.1 General notes........................................................................ 26
9. Maintenance and repair............................................................. 27
10. Cleaning..................................................................................... 27
10.1 Special cleaning instructions for the ACP/MCP.............. 27
10.2 Basics................................................................................... 27
10.3 Interior cleaning ................................................................. 27
10.4 Exterior cleaning ................................................................27
11. Faults, causes, and remedies ................................................. 28
12. Repairs....................................................................................... 28
13. Shutdown, disposal.................................................................. 29
13.1 Temporary shutdown........................................................ 29
13.2 Final shutdown and disassembly ..................................... 29
13.3 Disposal ............................................................................... 29
14. Spare parts................................................................................ 30

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Safety alerts, visual
presentation, and layout
While reading these instructions, you will encounter various
symbols, illustrations, and text layouts intended to help you
navigate and understand the instructions. Their meaning is
explained below.
Safety alerts:
Activities that present specific hazards (to life and limb or
possible damage to property) are indicated by safety alerts.
Always be sure to follow the instructions given in the safety
alerts.
<
DANGER
These safety alerts indicate an imminent danger.
Ignoring them will result in death or serious injury
<
WARNING
These safety alerts indicate potentially imminent
danger. Ignoring them could result in death or
serious injury
<
CAUTION
These safety alerts indicate potentially imminent
danger. Ignoring them could result in minor injury
<
IMPORTANT
These safety alerts indicate a potentially harmful
situation. Ignoring them could result in damage to
property or malfunctions
Illustrations:
The illustrations used depict a specific product. For other
products, they may have the function of a diagram only. This
does not alter the basic workings and operation of the product.
Text layout:
•First-order bulleted lists: Items on a bulleted list start with
a solid black dot and an indent.
–Second-order bulleted lists: If there is a further listing of
subitems, the second-order bulleted list is used.
1 Legend: A legend explains the numbered contents of an
illustration, presented as a numbered list. Items in a legend
start with a number (with no dot) and an indent.
–Second-order legend: In some cases, the numbered
contents of an image represent more than just one object.
A second-order legend is then used.
1.Instruction steps: These indicate a chronological sequence
of instruction steps. The numbers of the steps are in bold and
are followed by a period. If a new activity follows, the
numbering starts again at “1.”
–Second-order instruction steps: In some cases, it is
necessary to divide up a step into a few substeps. A
sequence of second-order instruction steps is then used.

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1. Safety instructions
1.1 General safety instructions
Putting the products into operation or operating them without
having read the instructions is prohibited. The operator must
ensure that the instructions are read and understood by all
persons tasked with working on the product or who supervise or
instruct such persons. Retain the instructions for further use.
The product may only be used in awareness of the potential
dangers, in proper technical condition, and according to the
information in this manual. All operating instructions, safety
instructions, and in-house instructions relevant to the particular
activity must be followed. Uncertainty seriously endangers
safety. Responsibilities for different activities must be clearly
defined and observed. In addition to these instructions, the
statutory regulations for accident prevention and environmental
protection must be observed.
Any faults that could affect safety must be remedied
according to responsibility. The supervisor must be notified
immediately in case of malfunctions outside one's individual
scope of responsibility. Guards and safety devices must not be
removed, modified, nor disabled during operation and must be
checked for proper function and completeness at regular
intervals.
Unauthorized modifications and changes can have an
unpredictable effect on safety and operation. Unauthorized
modifications and changes are therefore prohibited. Only
original SKF spare parts and SKF accessories may be used.
Any unclear points regarding proper condition or correct
assembly/operation must be clarified. Operation is prohibited
until issues have been clarified.
Electrical devices must be kept in proper condition. This must
be ensured by periodic inspections in accordance with the
relevant applicable standards and technical rules. The type,
frequency, and scope of the inspections must be determined in
accordance with the risk assessment to be carried out by the
operator. Work on electrical components may be performed
only by qualified electricians. Connect the electrical power only
in accordance with the valid terminal diagram and in
observance of the relevant regulations and the local electrical
supply conditions.
1.2 General behaviour when handling the
product
The product may only be used in awareness of the potential
dangers, in proper technical condition, and according to the
information in this manual.
Familiarize yourself with the functions and operation of the
product. The specified assembly and operating steps and their
sequences must be observed.
Any unclear points regarding proper condition or correct
assembly/operation must be clarified. Operation is prohibited
until issues have been clarified.
Unauthorized persons must be kept away.
Wear personal protective equipment.
All safety regulations and in-house instructions relevant to
the particular activity must be observed.
Responsibilities for different activities must be clearly defined
and observed. Uncertainty seriously endangers safety.
Guards and safety devices must not be removed, modified,
nor disabled during operation and must be checked for proper
function and completeness at regular intervals.
If guards or safety devices need to be removed, they must be
reinstalled immediately following conclusion of work and then
checked for proper function.
Any malfunctions that occur must be resolved according to
responsibility. The supervisor must be notified immediately in
case of malfunctions outside one's individual scope of
responsibility.
Never use any part of the centralized lubrication system as a
stand or step or for climbing.
1.3 Intended use
Supply of lubricants.
Supply of lubricant to lubrication points.
Spare parts should only be used to replace faulty components of
identical construction.
Use is only permitted within the scope of commercial or
economic activity by professional users, in compliance with the
specifications, technical data, and limits specified in this manual.
1.4 Persons authorized to use the
product
Operator
A person who is qualified by training, knowledge and experience
to carry out the functions and activities related to normal
operation. This includes avoiding possible hazards that may
arise during operation.
Specialist in electrics
Person with appropriate professional education, knowledge and
experience to detect and avoid the hazards that may arise from
electricity.
Specialist in mechanics
Person with appropriate professional education, knowledge and
experience to detect and avoid the hazards that may arise
during transport, installation, start-up, operation, maintenance,
repair and disassembly.
1.5 Foreseeable misuse
Any usage of the product other than as specified in this manual
is strictly prohibited. Particularly prohibited are:
•Use of non-specified consumables, contaminated lubricants,
or lubricants with air inclusions.
•Use of C3 versions in areas with aggressive, corrosive
substances (e.g., high salt load).
•Use of plastic parts in areas with high exposure to ozone, UV
light, or ionizing radiation.
•Use to supply, convey, or store hazardous substances and
mixtures as defined in the CLP Regulation (EC 1272/2008) or
GHS with acute oral, dermal, or inhalation toxicity or

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substances and mixtures that are marked with hazard
pictograms GHS01-GHS06 and GHS08.
•Use to supply, convey, or store Group 1 fluids classified as
hazards as defined in the Pressure Equipment Directive
(2014/68/EU) Article 13 (1) a).
•Use to supply, convey, or store gases, liquefied gases,
dissolved gases, vapours, or fluids whose vapor pressure
exceeds normal atmospheric pressure (1013 mbar) by more
than 0.5 bar at their maximum permissible operating
temperature.
•Use in an explosion protection zone.
•Use without proper securing against excessively high
pressures, in the case of pressurized products.
•Use outside of the technical data and limits specified in this
manual.
1.6 Referenced documents
In addition to this manual, the following documents must be
observed by the respective target group:
•Company instructions and approval rules
If applicable:
•Safety data sheet of the lubricant used
•Project planning documents
•Supplementary information regarding special designs of the
pump. This you will find in the special system documentation.
•Instructions for other components for setting up the
centralized lubrication system.
1.7 Prohibition of certain activities
NOTE
The following activities are prohibited during cleaning,
maintenance or repair:
•Pump ACP/MCP has a piston with seals. This must not be
modified.
•Generally, the pump must not be opened.
•Adjustment of the pressure control valve must not be
altered.
•Changes and repairs to the manual (MCP) or pneumatic
drive (ACP) are not allowed.
1.8 Painting plastic components and
seals
The painting of any plastic components and seals of the
products described is prohibited. Completely mask or remove
plastic components before painting the main machine.
1.9 Safety markings on the product
No safety markings on the product
NOTE
In accordance with the results of the workstation risk
assessment, additional labels (e.g., warnings, safety signs,
prohibition signs, or labels in accordance with CLP/GHS) are
to be attached by the operator if necessary.
1.10 Notes on the type plate
The type plate provides important data such as the type
designation, order number, and sometimes regulatory
characteristics. To avoid loss of this data in case the type plate
becomes illegible, it should be entered in the manual.
Fig. 1
Type identification plates ACP and MCP with filling level switch
Fig. 2
Type identification plates ACP and MCP without filling level
switch
1.11 Notes on CE marking
CE marking is carried out in accordance with the requirements
of the applied Directives requiring CE marking:
•2006/42/EC Machinery directive
In addition, for pumps ACP/MCP with monitoring (proximity
sensor):
•2014/30/EC Electromagnetic Compatibility
•2011/65/EU Directive on the restriction of the use of certain
hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment
(RoHS II)
1.12 Note on Pressure Equipment
Directive
Due to its performance characteristics, the product does not
reach the limit values defined in Article 4, Paragraph 1,
Subparagraph (a) (ii) and is excluded from the scope of Pressure
Equipment Directive 2014/68/EU in accordance with Article 1,
Paragraph 2 Subparagraph (f).

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1.13 Emergency shutdown
This is done by a course of action to be defined by the operator.
1.14 Assembly, maintenance, fault,
repair
Prior to the start of this work, all relevant persons must be
notified of it. At a minimum, the following safety measures must
be taken before any work is done:
•Unauthorized persons must be kept away
•Mark and secure the work area
•Cover adjacent live parts
•Dry any wet, slippery surfaces or cover them appropriately
•Cover hot or cold surfaces appropriately
Where applicable:
•Depressurize
•Isolate, lock and tag out
•Check to ensure live voltage is no longer present
•Ground and short-circuit
The product should be protected as much as possible from
humidity, dust, and vibration, and should be installed so that it is
easily accessible. Ensure an adequate distance from sources of
heat or cold. Any visual monitoring devices present, such as
pressure gauges, min./max. markings, or oil level gauges must
be clearly visible. Observe the mounting position requirements.
Drill required holes only on non-critical, non-load-bearing
parts of the operator's infrastructure. Use existing holes where
possible. Avoid chafe points. Immobilize any moving or detached
parts during the work. Adhere to the specified torques.
If guards or safety devices need to be removed, they must be
reinstalled immediately following conclusion of work and then
checked for proper function.
Check new parts for compliance with the intended use before
using them.
Avoid mixing up or incorrectly assembling disassembled parts.
Label parts. Clean any dirty parts.
1.15 First start-up, daily start-up
Ensure that:
•All safety devices are fully present and functional
•All connections are properly connected
•All parts are correctly installed
•All warning labels on the product are fully present, visible, and
undamaged
•Illegible or missing warning labels are immediately replaced

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1.16 Residual risks
Table 2
Residual risks
Residual risk Possible in life cycle Prevention/ remedy
People slipping due to floor
contamination with spilled or leaked
lubricant.
B C E G H K •Exercise caution when connecting the product's
hydraulic connections
•Bind and remove leaked or spilled lubricant
immediately with a suitable agent
•Follow the operational instructions for handling
lubricants and contaminated parts.
Tearing or damaging of lines when
installed on moving machine parts
B •Avoid mounting the pump on moving machine parts if
possible.
If this type of fastening of the pump cannot be
avoided, flexible hose lines are mandatory.
Too high system air pressure, thus
destruction of lubrication system
components
B C •Install pressure reducer at the compressed air supply
and set it to a maximum pressure of 6 bar
Lubricant spraying out due to incorrect
screw connection of components or
lines.
B C •Tighten all parts manually or with the appropriate
tightening torques
•Use hydraulic fittings and lines suitable for the indicated
pressures. These must be checked for proper
connection and damage prior to commissioning
Only for MCP (manually driven
variant):
Squeezing is possible when using the
hand lever.
B C D E F G H The basic presence of an operating / hand lever inevitably
causes the possibility of a slight, reversible crushing.
Avoid crushing when using the operating / hand lever
Life phases: A = transport, B = installation, C = initial start-up, D = operation, E = cleaning, F = maintenance, G = fault, repair, H =
shutdown, K = disposal

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2. Lubricants
2.1 General information
Lubricants are selected specifically for the respective application.
The selection is made by the manufacturer or operator of the
machine, preferably together with the lubricant supplier. Should
you have little or no experience with the selection of lubricants
for lubrication systems, please contact us. We will be pleased to
support you in the selection of suitable lubricants and
components for the construction of a lubrication system
optimized for the respective application. Please observe the
following points when selecting/using lubricants. You will avoid
possible downtimes and damages to your machine or the
lubrication system.
2.2 Material compatibility
Lubricants must generally be compatible with the following
materials:
•Plastics: ABS, CR, FPM, NBR, NR, PA, PET, PMMA, POM, PP,
PS, PTFE, PU, PUR
Metal steel, grey iron, brass, copper, aluminium
2.3 Temperature characteristics
The lubricant used must be suitable for the specific ambient
temperature of the product. The viscosity required for proper
operation of the product must not be exceeded in case of low
temperatures nor fall below specification in case of high
temperatures. Specified viscosity, see chapter Technical data.
2.4 Ageing of lubricants
Depending on the experience with the lubricant used, it should
be checked at regular intervals to be determined by the
operator whether the lubricant needs to be replaced due to
ageing processes (bleeding). If there is any doubt as to the
further suitability of the lubricant, it must be replaced before
recommissioning. If you have no experience with the lubricant
used, we recommend testing after only one week.
2.5 Avoidance of malfunctions and
hazards
To avoid malfunctions or hazards, please observe the following:
•When handling lubricants, observe the relevant safety data
sheets (SDS) and hazard designations on the packaging, if
any.
•Due to the large number of additives, individual lubricants
which meet the requirements for pumpability specified in the
instructions may not be suitable for use in centralized
lubrication systems.
•Always use SKF lubrication greases, if possible. These are
optimally suited for use in lubrication systems.
•Do not mix lubricants. This may have unforeseeable effects on
the characteristics and on the usability of the lubricant.
•The ignition temperature of the lubricant must lie at least
50 K over the maximum surface temperature of the
components.

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3. Overview, functional description
Fig. 3
286
320
190
Design and function of the pump variants

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Table 3
Legend Illustrations 3and 4
No. Explanation: No. Explanation:
A
V
ersion for fluid grease (without oil filter), manually
operated
7 Oil filter (only in the version for oil supply)
B
V
ersion for oil, pneumatic drive 8 Hand lever
1 Lubricant reservoi
r
9 Compressed air connection G ¼ x  mm
2 Filling aperture with cap 10 Float switch (only in the version for oil supply)
3 Pump housing 11 Capacitive filling level switch (only in the version for
f
luid grease supply)
4 Connecting flange 12
T
ype identification plate (Fig. 4)
5 Outlet with cap screw 13 Free space for opening the cap of the filling aperture
(
86 mm upwards; 237 mm from the right edge of the
d
evice to the left)
6 Filling connection/return 14
4
x mounting hole with internal thread M6 x 13 mm
(
Fig. 4)
Fig. 4
Design and function of the pump variants and the connecting flange
3.1 Construction designs
Single-piston pumps of the ACP/MCP type series with reservoir
are offered in two construction designs for the supply of either
oil or fluid grease and with lubricant reservoirs in three different
sizes. Depending on the design, the actuation can be manual
(MCP) or pneumatic (ACP). A filling level monitoring can be
supplied as an option.
In case of single-piston pumps for the supply of fluid grease
and oil, the filling level switch can be connected via a 4-pin
quarter-turn type plug M8x1 (fluid grease / capacitive filling
level switch) or M12x1 (oil / float switch). A corresponding cable
is offered as an accessory.
The equipment of a single-piston pump with reservoir can be
taken from the type identification plate and these instructions.
For the type identification code of the ACP/MCP see chapter
Type identification code.

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NOTE
Should the documentation not be available, you may
request it from SKF Lubrication Systems Germany GmbH
directly.
3.2 Design
Figure 3 shows the basic design of the single-piston pump ACP
respectively MCP. On the pump housing (Fig. 3/3) there is the
lubricant reservoir (Fig. 3/1). On the top side of the lubricant
reservoir there is a filling aperture (Fig. 3/2), which is equipped
on the inside with an oil filter (Fig. 3/7). The oil filter is used for
the oil version only. The items (Fig. 3/10) and (Fig. 3/11)
designate the filling level switches for the respective
construction design.
On the side of the pump housing there are two opposite
outlets (Fig. 3/5) for connection of the tubing of the centralized
lubrication system and an additional filling connection (Fig. 3/6)
for the filling with a filler pump. When delivered, the right outlet
is closed with a cap screw.
Depending on the construction design, for activation the
single-piston pump either has a hand lever (Fig. 3/8) or a
compressed air connection (Fig. 3/9). For further notes
regarding the individual connections, see chapter Installation.
The single-piston pump is equipped with a relief valve and a
pressure control valve.
3.3 Operating principle
When actuating the single-piston pump the lubricant is
conveyed by the actuating piston from the suction chamber into
the main line towards the single-line metering devices of the
centralized lubrication system. Due to the system pressure built
up, the lubricant metered separately for each lubrication point
in the single-line metering devices is conveyed to the lubrication
points; in the case of pre-lubrication metering devices together
with the working stroke of the single-piston pump; in the case
of re-lubrication metering devices only after the relief process.
After the working stroke the actuating piston of the single-
piston pump moves back into its initial position and thereby
takes in lubricant into the suction chamber. At the same time
the main line of the centralized lubrication system is relieved
from pressure via the relief valve. This allows the lubricant in
the metering chambers of the single-line metering devices to be
displaced to the respective supply chambers. Then the metering
devices are ready for operation again.
The pressure control valve opens as soon as the pressure in
the main line of the centralized lubrication system exceeds the
maximum admissible value (see chapter „Technical data“). The
lubricant is then returned to the lubricant reservoir.
The figures 5 and 6 show the hydraulic circuits of the single-
piston pump depending on the type of actuation.
Fig. 5
Hydraulic circuit diagram of the manually operated single-piston
pump MCP (A: Oil; B: Fluid grease)
Fig. 6
Hydraulic circuit diagram of the pneumatically operated single-
piston pump ACP (A: Oil; B: Fluid grease)
3.4 Connected load
Since each working stroke of the single-piston pump initiates a
new lubrication procedure, it must be observed that the
connected load of the centralized lubrication system does not
exceed 2/3 of the supply volume of the single-piston pump in
order to ensure the necessary reserve for the pressure build-up
in the centralized lubrication system.
The connected load can be roughly calculated as follows:
Connected load =
Total of all metering devices’ metering units of the system
+ 25% of this value (safety surcharge)
+ 1 cm³per meter main line (ventilation loss, for hose lines only)
+ compressibility loss following table 4 (for grease supply
systems only)
Table 4
Compressibility loss in tube lines for grease in cm³/m
Tube 6x0.7 Tube 8x0.7 Tube 10x0.7
<Content>
0.17 0.34 0.58

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3.5 Filling level monitoring
Single-piston pump for oil supply
The filling level monitoring is realized by means of a float switch.
The electrical connection of the float switch is made via a 4-pin
quarter-turn type plug M12x1.
In filled condition the electrical contact of the float switch is
closed while it is open when empty.
Regarding the low-level signal the electrical contact is
designed as a normally closed contact. This means, in filled
condition, in addition to the filling level monitoring, the electrical
cable is monitored with regard to wire breakage.
Single-piston pump for fluid grease supply
The filling level monitoring is realized by means of a capacitive
filling-level switch. The capacitive filling-level switch is
connected via a 4-pin quarter-turn type plug M8x1. The
capacitive filling-level switch can be operated as a normally
closed contact or as a normally open contact.
For more details regarding the electrical connection see
chapters „Electrical connection (single-piston pumps with filling
level monitoring)“ and „Technical data“.
4. Technical data
Table 5
T
echnical data:
Designation
V
alues:
Pump:
Drive Manual (MCP…) or pneumatic (ACP…)
Capacity of lubricant reservoir 0.5 l; 1.0 l or 1.7 l
Reservoir material Plastic (PP), transparent
Outputs G1/4 right- or left-hand side (delivery state: right-hand side closed)
Output volume up to 15 cm³/stroke
Operating pressure up to approx. 38 bar (see diagram of inlet pressure/operating pressure for
pneumatics)
Lubricant Mineral oils, synthetic or environmentally friendly oil with an operating
viscosity of 20 to 1500 mm
2
/s
or fluid greases of NLGI 000 and 00
Operating temperature 0°C - +60 °C
Filling level monitoring (optional) •Float switch (only for single-piston pumps for oil supply)
or
•Capacitive filling level switch (only for single-piston pumps for fluid
grease supply)
Degree of protection of the pump following EN60529 IP 54
Purity of the compressed air At least to grade 5 following ISO 8573-1:
Max. particle size/ particle density 40 μm/10 mg/m³
Pressure dew point ≤ 7 °C;
Max. water content 7.800 mg/m³;
Max. residual oil content 25 mg/m³;
Residual pressure of the residual pressure valve About 0.5 bar
Empty weight 1660 g (APC15-10A11XX-U10)
Filling:
Filling aperture on the lubricant reservoir Ø approx. 60 mm
Filling connection on the side of the pump housing Flat lubrication fitting following DIN 3404 Form A
For nozzle couplers of Form C2 following DIN 1283

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Table 5
T
echnical data:
Designation
V
alues:
Compressed air connection (pneumatically operated
single-piston pumps)
Connection G ¼x 12 mm in the bottom of the housing
Max. primary pressure 10 bar
Min. primary pressure 3.5 bar
Electrical connection (single-piston pumps with filling
level monitoring)
Float switch:
•Circuit Normally closed contact (contact open when minimum)
•Max. operating voltage 10-36 V AC/DC
•Max. switching capacity 50 W
•Connection 4-pole push-in type connector M12x1
Capacitive filling level switch:
•Output function PNP/NC | NPN/NO
•Operating voltage 10... 36 V DC
•Current carrying capacity 100 mA
•Connection 4-pole push-in type connector M8x1

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4.1 Type identification code
A C P 1 5 - 1 W A 1 1 X X - U 1 0
Type designation/type of actuation:
ACP: Pneumatically driven
MCP: Manually driven (hand operated)
Type designation / output:
15: 15 cm³/stroke
Version index:
1: Version
Warning switch for pre-warning:
0: No warning switch
W: Warning switch (pre-warning)
Wall bracket:
0: No wall bracket
A: With wall bracket
Supply port (inlet):
0: Hand operated (for MCP)
1: Connection thread G 1/4
Main line port (outlet): Left side (Fig. 7/L)
1: Connection thread G 1/4 Right side (Fig. 7/R)
X: Closed
Return (to reservoir)
2: Lubrication fitting (for fluid grease)
X: Closed
Type of lubricant:
U: Oil (with filling strainer)
F: Fluid grease (without filling strainer)
Reservoir specification:
05: Refilling reservoir, 0.5 l (without filling strainer,
without warning switch)
10: Refilling reservoir, 1.0 l
17: Refilling reservoir, 1.7 l
Fig. 7
Definition

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5. Delivery, returns, storage
5.1 Delivery
After receipt of the shipment, it must be inspected for any
shipping damage and for completeness according to the
shipping documents. Immediately inform the transport carrier
of any shipping damage. The packaging material must be
preserved until any discrepancies are resolved.
5.2 Return shipment
Before return shipment, all contaminated parts must be
cleaned. If this is not possible or practical, e.g. if it would impede
fault detection in the case of complaints, the medium used must
always be specified. In the case of products contaminated with
hazardous substances as defined by GHS or CLP regulations,
the safety data sheet (SDS) must be sent with the product and
the packaging must be labelled in accordance with GHS/CLP.
There are no restrictions for land, air, or sea transport. The
choice of packaging should be based on the specific product and
the stresses to be expected during transport (e.g., necessary
anti-corrosion measures in the case of shipment by sea). In the
case of wooden packaging, the applicable import regulations
and the IPPC standards must be observed. Required certificates
must be included in the shipping documents. The following
information, as a minimum, must be marked on the packaging
of return shipments.
Fig. 8
Marking of return shipments
5.3 Storage
The following conditions apply to storage:
•Dry, low-dust, vibration-free, in closed rooms
•No corrosive, aggressive substances at the storage location
(e.g., UV rays, ozone)
•Protected against animals (insects, rodents)
•If possible, keep in the original product packaging
•Protected from nearby sources of heat or cold
•In the case of large temperature fluctuations or high humidity,
take appropriate measures (e.g., heating) to prevent the
condensation of water
•Before usage, check products for damage that may have
occurred during storage. This applies in particular to parts
made of plastic (due to embrittlement).
5.4 Storage temperature range
For parts not filled with lubricant, the permitted storage
temperature is the same as the permitted ambient temperature
range (see “Technical data”).
5.5 Storage conditions for products filled
with lubricant
For products filled with lubricant, the permitted storage
temperature range is:
Minimum + 5 °C [+41 °F]
Maximum + 35 °C [+95 °F]
If the storage temperature range is not maintained, the
following steps for replacing the lubricant may not lead to the
desired result under certain circumstances.
5.5.1 Storage period up to 6 months
Filled products can be used without implementing additional
measures.
5.5.2 Storage period between 6 and 18
months
Pump
•Connect the pump to its power source.
•Switch on the pump and run it until about 4 cm³of lubricant
comes out of every outlet.
•Disconnect the pump from its power source.
•Remove and dispose of the lubricant that came out.
Metering devices:
•Remove all connecting lines and, if necessary, plug screws.
•Connect the pump containing fresh lubricant suitable for the
intended purpose to the metering device manifold in such a
way that the metering device manifold connection on the
opposite side is open.
•Run the pump until fresh lubricant is discharged at the
metering device manifold.
•Remove the discharged lubricant.
•Reinstall the plug screws and connecting lines.
Lines:
•Remove pre-installed lines
•Ensure that both ends of the line are open
•Fill the lines completely with fresh lubricant
5.5.3 Storage period more than 18 months
To prevent faults, the manufacturer should be consulted before
start-up. The basic procedure for removal of the old lubrication
filling corresponds to that for storage periods between 6 and 18
months.

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6. Assembly
6.1 General information
Before the assembly/installation of the product, the packaging
material as well as possible transport locking devices (e.g.
closure plugs etc.) must be removed.
For any installation works observe the owner's respective
operation and maintenance regulations as well as the regional
accident prevention regulations.
6.2 Set-up and attachment
•The single-piston pumps are delivered in an oil-conserved
condition. If necessary, clean the pump with a commercial,
non-aggressive cleaning agent before installation.
•Protect the product against humidity and vibration and install
it in an easily accessible position to ensure all other
installations as well as the pump filling can be carried out
without any problem later.
•Ensure sufficient air circulation to avoid inadmissible heating
up of the single-piston pump. For indications on the
maximum admissible ambient temperature see the technical
data.
•The single-piston pump’s installation position is vertical
corresponding to the indications made in this documentation.
•The filling level in the lubricant reservoir and all visual control
devices must be clearly visible.
•In case of manually operated single-piston pumps ensure
sufficient free space for moving the hand lever.
•Mounting holes for wall mounting of the single-piston pump
must be drilled according to the specifications in chapter
Connection dimensions.
NOTICE
Damages to the product due to incorrect
assembly
During assembly and particularly during any
drilling work always pay attention to the
following:
•Existing supply lines must not be damaged by
the assembly.
•Other units must not be damaged by the
assembly.
•The product must not be installed within the
range of moving parts.
•The product must be installed at an adequate
distance from sources of heat.
•Adhere to safety distances and regional
prescriptions on assembly and prevention of
accidents.
6.3 Connection dimensions
A single-piston pump with reservoir is mounted on the
connecting flange with four fixing bores. The installation
dimensions can be taken from Fig. 3 or from this technical
documentation. Dimensions and positions of the fixing bores on
the connecting flange can be taken also by measurement.
The single-piston pump is fixed to the intended installation
place by means of suitable fastening material (e.g. screws,
washers, nuts).
6.4 Electrical connection (single-piston
pumps with filling level monitoring)
6.4.1 Inductive consumers
When designing circuits with inductive consumers, care must be
taken to ensure a low-inductive design in order to keep the
wear of the contact faces low. Otherwise, the contact faces of
the switch elements might be destroyed. Use adequate
measures to protect the contacts of the switch elements.
Connect electrical devices like filling-level switches, pressure
switches, way valves, thermometers, etc. according to the
indications given in these instructions respectively in the
technical documentation of the single-piston pump.
6.4.2 Float switch (single-piston pump for oil
supply)
The electrical contact of the float switch for the filling level
monitoring of a single-piston pump for oil supply is closed when
the lubricant reservoir is full and open when it is empty.
Regarding the low-level signal the electrical contact is
designed as a normally closed contact. This means, in filled
condition, in addition to the filling level monitoring, the electrical
cable is monitored for wire breakage.
Fig. 9 shows the electrical connection and the pin assignment
of the quarter-turn type plug for the float switch.
Fig. 9
Quarter-turn type plug for the float switch (illustration: Float
switch in case of empty reservoir)