VP 1340A/VP 1550A Maintenancewpm_tx001088gb.fm 254.9 Exciter LubricationSee Graphic: wpmgr006018The bearings in the exciter assembly are splash lubricated and rotateat very high speed. It is important to maintain the exciter oil at thecorrect level and change it regularly.Check oil level in exciter every 50 hours of operation.To check oil level, place plate on a flat, level surface. Remove the drainplug (a) with seal ring (b). Oil level should be at drain plug threads. Addoil as required.Change exciter oil every 300 hours of operation.To drain oil, remove plug (a) from end of exciter and tilt plate up.Note: In the interests of environmental protection, place a plastic sheetand a container under the machine to collect any liquid which drainsoff. Dispose of this liquid in accordance with environmental protectionlegislation.Place plate on a level surface and add oil through plug opening until oilreaches the drain plug threads. See Technical Data.NOTICE: DO NOT overfill. Too much oil in the exciter can reduceperformance and damage the drive belt.4.10 Cleaning PlateClean plate after use to remove dirt, stones, and mud caught under theengine console. If plate is being used in a dusty area, check enginecylinder cooling fins for heavy dirt accumulation. Keep engine cylinderfins clean to prevent engine from overheating.wpmgr006018ab