Title: Lubricate an electrical motor.
Course: Building Management II (16103-II-36) > Section: Demonstrating Electrical Maintenance of Buildings

Lubrication should include

- shutting off the power to the motor
- checking the manufacturer's maintenance manual for lubrication points and recommended lubricant and amounts
- selecting the lubricants
- checking oil wells and grease cups
- filling the oil wells to half depth
- filling the grease cups if they are less than half empty
- screwing the grease cups down slightly, forcing grease into the bearings
- screwing the cups back to their original positions
- wiping the motor and motor parts clean of oil and grease
- turning on the power to the motor
- checking the performance.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the relevant safety precautions/procedures for lubricating an electrical motor?
- What are the characteristics of different lubricating materials?
- What tools and materials are used for lubricating an electrical motor?