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Type M304 Gear Case
GENERAL
This service bulletin provides the necessary information
to inspect, lubricate and repair the type M304 Gear
Case.
The type M304 gear case is a four-center, three-
reduction gear box designed for use on hoist drive
systems. With this gear case, the drum shaft is key fitted
to the driven gear of the third reduction.
Helical gearing is provided on the first and second
reductions; spur gearing is provided on the final
reduction. Spherical roller bearings are provided
throughout the gear case eliminating the need to shim
bearings. Each bearing is suspended in a bearing
retainer that is held in the gear case by the clamping
force imposed by the gear case base and the gear case
cover. A single-piece oil seal is provided at the output
shaft locations when the gear case is shipped from the
factory.
MAINTENANCE
General
The following topics cover general inspection and
maintenance of the type M304 gear case, which should
be performed at regular intervals.
Inspection
Periodic inspection of the gear case is necessary to
maintain proper performance, and to ensure continued
operation. The frequency of inspections depends on the
operating conditions to which the gear case is
subjected. Inspection should include the following:
1. Check the gear case for loose, damaged, or missing
hardware. Replace missing or damaged hardware
and tighten all hardware securely.
2. Check the gear case for leaking shaft seals or
gaskets. Replace any leaking shaft oil seals.
Rev. Date 10/24/03
Tighten the gear case cover hardware and
inspection cover hardware as necessary.
3. Check the input and output shaft couplings for
loose, damaged, or missing hardware. Replace
damaged or missing hardware, and tighten
securely.
4. Check the input and output shaft couplings for
proper lubrication. Lubricate the coupling per the
applicable component service bulletin.
5. Check the brake for loose, damaged, or missing
hardware as described in the applicable service
bulletin.
Checking Gear Case Oil Level
Check the gear case oil level at least once each week.
On gear cases equipped with a dipstick, remove the
gear case dipstick, and check the gear case oil level.
The oil level should be between the HIGH and the
LOW marks on the dipstick. If the oil level is at or
below the LOW mark on the dipstick, remove one of
the gear case inspection covers and add oil through
the inspection cover opening until the oil level is
brought up to the HIGH mark on the dipstick. Clean
and reinstall the gear case inspection cover and the
dipstick.
On gear cases without a dipstick, remove pipe cap
(32) and visually check the level of oil. The oil should
be level with the top of pipe (31). If the oil level is
below the top of the pipe, remove one of the gear
case inspection covers and add oil through the
inspection cover opening until the oil level is brought
up to the top of the pipe. Clean and reinstall the gear
case inspection cover and pipe cap (32).
Changing Gear Case Oil
The gear case should be drained and refilled with clean
oil at six month intervals. Drain and refill the gear case
using the following procedure:
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1. Operate the associated drive system for several
minutes to warm the gear oil.
! WARNING
DANGER
Unexpected movement of the gear case
shafts and attached components can result
in severe personal injury. Shut down
operation of the crane. Open, lock out, and
tag the crane power disconnect switch
before performing service procedures.
2. Remove the gear case drain plug (29) and drain the
oil into a suitable container.
3. Clean and reinstall the drain plug.
4. Remove the gear case inspection cover.
5. Add gear oil (GO) through the gear case inspection
cover opening until the oil has reached the HIGH
mark on the gear case dipstick or on gear cases
without a dipstick, to the top of pipe (31).
6. Clean and reinstall the gear case inspection cover,
and the dipstick or pipe cap (32).
GEAR CASE REPAIR
General
The following paragraphs describe the removal,
disassembly, cleaning, inspection, repair, assembly and
installation of the type M304 gear case.
Removal
Remove the gear case as a complete unit as follows:
NOTICE
Under normal circumstances it is not necessary
to remove this gear case to perform overhaul
procedures. It is provided in the event that
removing the gear case as an assembly
becomes necessary.
1. Move the crane to a suitable maintenance location.
2. Lower the load to the floor and unwind the rope from
the drum.
3. Remove drain plug (29) and drain the gear oil into a
suitable container.
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! WARNING
DANGER
Unexpected movement of the gear case
shafts and attached components can result
in severe personal injury. Shut down
operation of the crane. Open, lock out, and
tag the operator controls and the power
disconnect switch before performing
service procedures.
4. Remove the hoist rope from the drum.
5. On gear cases equipped with a double-ended
motor shaft for use with a brake, tachometer, or
additional motor, remove that assembly as
described in the applicable service bulletin.
6. Remove the hex nuts, lockwashers, and capscrews
that secure the motor drive coupling halves together
and separate the coupling halves.
7. Remove the drum shaft as follows:
A. Remove the capscrews, hex nuts, and
lockwashers, that secure the gear case cover
(01) to the gear case base (02). Use a suitable
lifting device to lift the gear case cover from the
gear case base.
NOTICE
It may be necessary to rap the gear case seam
with a lead mallet to break the seal between
the gear case cover and the gear case base.
B. Be sure the hoist rope is removed from the drum.
C. Remove the capscrews, lockwashers, and/or hex
nuts that secure the drum shaft bearing block
(opposite side of the drum shaft from gear case).
Remove the bearing block cap from the bearing
block.
! WARNING
DANGER
Dropping a raised load can cause severe
p e rs o n a l i n j u r y o r d e a t h . U s e l i f t i n g
equipment with a rated capacity equal to or
exceeding the weight of the item being
lifted.
D. Using a suitable lifting device, lift the drum shaft
with drum gear (26) and oil seal (25) from the
gear case base.
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01. GEAR CASE COVER 12. O-RING 22. DRUM PINION

02. GEAR CASE BASE 13. OIL SEAL 23. DRUM PINION SHAFT
03. MOTOR PINION SHAFT 14. O-RING 24. INTERMEDIATE GEAR
04. BENT LOCKWASHER 15. BEARING RETAINER 25. OIL SEAL
05. LOCKNUT 16. BEARING 26. DRUM GEAR
06. INSPECTION COVER 17. MOTOR GEAR 27. ELBOW
07. BREATHER 18. INTERMEDIATE PINION 28. PIPE NIPPLE
08. ELBOW SHAFT 29. DRAIN PLUG
09. PIPE PLUG 19. O-RING 30. PIPE TEE
10. BEARING 20. BEARING RETAINER 31. PIPE NIPPLE
11. BEARING RETAINER 21. BEARING 32. PIPE CAP

Figure 1. Type M304 Gear Case

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! WARNING
DANGER
Loose shafts with gearing can fall from an
open gear case during lifting procedures
causing severe personal injury or death.
Replace the gear case cover before lifting
the gear case from its mounting base.
8. Replace the gear case cover and secure with
capscrews, lockwashers, and hex nuts so that the
contents of the gear case will not fall from the gear
case when the gear case is lifted from its mounting
base.
! WARNING
DANGER
Dropping a raised load can cause severe
p e rs o n a l i n j u r y o r d e a t h . U s e l i f t i n g
equipment with a rated capacity equal to or
exceeding the weight of the item being
lifted.
9. Using a suitable lifting device, support the gear
case when removing the gear case mounting
capscrews.
10. Remove the capscrews which secure the gear case
to its mounting.
11. Lift the gear case from its base, and lower it to the
floor.
12. Disassemble the gear case as described below:
DISASSEMBLY
Disassemble the gear case (see Figure 1) as follows:
! WARNING
DANGER
Unexpected movement of gear case shafts
and attached components can pinch or
crush, resulting in severe personal injury.
Shut down operation of the crane. Open,
lock out and tag the crane power disconnect
switch before performing service
procedures.
1. Remove the hex nuts, lockwashers, and bolts that
secure gear case cover (01). Lift the gear case
cover from the gear case.
2. If equipped with a double-ended motor shaft for use
with a brake, tachometer, or an additional motor,
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remove the brake wheel or coupling half from motor
pinion shaft (03).
3. Lift the motor pinion shaft from gear case base (01)
as a complete assembly. Disassemble the motor
pinion shaft as follows:
NOTICE
The motor pinion and motor pinion shaft used
on this gear case may be integral parts and can
not be separated. If the shaft or the pinion is
damaged beyond repair on this type of shaft,
the pinion and shaft must be replaced as a unit.
A. If the shaft and pinion are not integral parts,
remove the motor pinion from the motor pinion
shaft using a press.
B. Remove bearing retainers (11) and bearings (10)
from motor pinion shaft (03).
C. Remove oil seals (13) and O-rings (12) from
bearing retainers (11).
4. Lift the intermediate pinion shaft from gear case
base (01) as a complete assembly. Disassemble
the intermediate pinion shaft as follows.
A. Remove bearing retainers (15) and bearings (16)
from intermediate pinion shaft (18).
B. Remove O-rings (14) from the grooves in bearing
retainers (15).
C. If motor gear (17) is damaged beyond further
use, remove it from intermediate pinion shaft (18)
using a press. Suppor t the motor gear on
blocking and apply pressure to the end of the
intermediate pinion shaft.
5. Lift the drum pinion shaft from gear case base (01)
as a complete assembly. Disassemble the drum
pinion shaft as follows:
A. Remove bearing retainers (20) and bearings (21)
from drum pinion shaft (22).
B. Remove O-rings (19) from the grooves in bearing
retainers (20).
C. If intermediate gear (24) is damaged beyond
further use, remove it from drum pinion shaft (23)
using a press. Support the intermediate gear on
blocking and apply pressure to the end of the
drum pinion shaft.
NOTICE
The drum pinion and drum pinion shaft used on
this gear case may be integral parts and can

not be separated. If the shaft or the pinion is
damaged beyond repair on this type of shaft,
the pinion and shaft must be replaced as a unit.
D. On drum pinion shafts with separate pinions and
shafts, remove pinion (22) from shaft (23) using a
suitable press. Support the pinion on suitable
blocking and apply pressure the end of the shaft.
6. Examine the drum gear as described under the
t o p i c C l e a n i n g , I n s p e c t i o n , a n d R e p a i r. I f
replacement of the drum gear is necessary, remove
the drum shaft as follows:
7. If necessary, remove bearing cap (20) and bearing
(21) from the drum shaft, then remove drum gear
(26) using a suitable puller.
NOTICE
On gear cases equipped with a drum shaft
revolution counter, remove the shaft extension
from the end of the drum shaft and remove the
shaft extension seal from the bore in the center
of bearing retainer (20).
8. Remove oil seal (25) from the drum shaft.
9. Remove and examine the components of the oil
level dipstick or level tubing, and replace any parts
which are damaged.
Cleaning, Inspection, and Repair
Clean, inspect, and repair the components of the gear
case as follows:
CLEANING. Proceed as follows.
! CAUTION
DANGER
Air-borne particles can cause injury to the
eye and face. Use appropriate eye and face
protection when using compressed air.
Clean all gear case component parts in a suitable
solvent. Use of a stiff br istle br ush to remove
accumulated dirt and sediments on the gear case
components. Dry each part using low-pressure, filtered
compressed air.
INSPECTION. All disassembled parts should be in-
spected to determine their fitness for continued use. Pay
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particular attention to the following:
NOTICE
A bearing that appears loose or rotates roughly
must be replaced. Failure to observe this
precaution will result in bearing and/or gear
case component damage.
1. Inspect gears for worn, cracked, or broken teeth.
2. Inspect bushings for wear, scoring or galling.
3. Inspect bearings for play, distorted races, and roller
or ball wear or damage. Inspect bearings for
freedom of rotation.
4. Look for ridges caused by wear on shafts. If ridges
caused by wear are apparent on shafts, replace the
shaft. Inspect all surfaces on which oil seal lips seat.
These surfaces must be very smooth to prevent
wearing away the seal lip.
5. Inspect seal (35) for damage. If the seal is damaged
and the drum shaft is still installed in the gear case,
the seal can be replaced with a split seal. Consult
the applicable parts literature and/or your local P&H
dealer for information.
REPAIR. Repairs are limited to the removal of small
burrs and other minor surface imperfections from gears
and shafts. Use a fine stone or emery cloth for this work.
Do not use steel wool.
1. Worn or damaged parts must be replaced. Refer to
t h e a p p l i c a b l e Pa r t s M a n u a l fo r s p e c i fi c
replacement parts information.
2. Inspect all remaining parts for evidence of damage.
Replace or repair any part that is in questionable
condition. The cost of the part is often minor
compared to the cost of redoing the job.
3. Smooth all nicks, burrs, or galled spots on shafts,
bores, pins, or bushings.
4. Examine gear teeth carefully, and remove nicks or
burrs.
5. Polish the edges of shaft shoulders to remove small
nicks that may have been caused during handling.
6. Remove all nicks and burrs caused by lockwashers.
7. Replace all gaskets, oil seals, and O-rings any time
the gear case is disassembled for repair.
Gear Case Sealing Procedure
This procedure covers sealing of all non-gasketed
gearcases as follows. If the particular gear case being
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sealed does not have retainers, simply discard
implications to the retainers.
1. Scrape away old gaskets material. Gasket material
is dissolvable using Loctite Chisel Gasket
Remover #790. All surfaces to be sealed must be
cleaned to obtain the most effective formed-in-place
gasket. Remove all oil, machining lubricants, burrs,
etc., from the parting surfaces of the gear case
cover, base, and retainers. Use a non-petroleum-
based cleaner such as isopropyl alcohol (91 to 95
percent), mineral spirits, or automotive brake
cleaner to remove the dirt and oils from the sealing
surfaces of the gearcase.
2. Carefully apply a film of oil to the inside diameters
of the shaft seals, before sliding the seals over the
shafts. Be sure not to get oil on the OD of the seal
or sealant will not adhere to the seal.
NOTICE
Do not wait longer than 15 minutes to assemble
sealant covered parts (after applying sealant)!
This is to avoid skinning of the sealant causing
ineffective sealing.
! CAUTION
DANGER
Uncurred sealant irritates eyes and skin. In
case of eye contact, immediately flush with
water for 15 minutes and call a physician.
Use with adequate ventilation.
3. Apply Loctite Ultra Black #598 RTV (P&H Part
Number 21Z587D11) sealant on the outside
diameter of all shaft seals before installing the seals
into the retainers.
4. Apply Loctite Ultra Black #598 RTV to the lower half
of the drum shaft retainer and also on to the bore,
spreading the sealant over the entire flange width.
Lower the output shaft into the sealant-covered
bore. Leave O-rings in place if they are used.
5. Repeat Step 4 for the remaining shafts.
6. After all shafts are in place, remove any excess
sealant that may have partially dried at the parting
line. Then apply a 1/4 diameter bead of sealant at
the center of the parting surface on the lower half of
the gearcase. The bead should encircle the bolt
holes and over the top half of the bearing retainers.
Spread sealant evenly across the parting face and
over the entire upper half of the bearing retainer.
Lay a bead of sealant at the edge of each bearing
retainer. (See FIgure 2.)
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7. Place top half of gear case over the lower half. Top
half does not need to be coated.
8. Install bolts and snug them up. Tighten bolts to
values shown in Figure 2 using torque tightening
sequence shown.
9. Smooth the sealant overage as though calking
around the parting line.
10. Allow sealant to dry 2 hours before adding oil to the
gearcase.
Assembly
Assemble the type M304 gear case as follows (see
Figure 1):
NOTICE
Upon reassembly, incorporate the sealing
procedure presented above.
1. Before assembling the gear case, lubricate all
bearings, O-rings, and seals using gear oil. This will
aid in installation and will ensure adequate
lubrication upon gear case start-up.
2. Assemble the drum pinion shaft as follows:
A. If necessary, press pinion (22) onto drum pinion
shaft (23).
B. If necessary, press intermediate gear (24) onto
drum pinion shaft (22).
C. Assemble O-rings (19) to bearing retainers (20).
D. Assemble bearings (21) to drum pinion shaft
(22).
E. Assemble bearing retainers (20), with O-rings
(19), onto drum shaft (23).
3. Install the assembled drum pinion shaft into the
gear case base.
4. Assemble the intermediate pinion shaft as follows:
A. If necessary, press motor gear (17) onto
intermediate pinion shaft (18).
B. Assemble O-rings (14) to bearing retainers (15).
C. Assemble bearings (16) to intermediate pinion
shaft (18).
D. Assemble bearing retainers (15) with O-rings
(14) onto intermediate pinion shaft (18).
5. Install the assembled intermediate pinion shaft into
the gear case base. Be sure that the intermediate
gear and the intermediate pinion properly mesh.
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Figure 2 : Gear Case Torquing Sequence

8 6 10 4

12
1

13 14

3 2

9 5 11 7

RECOMMENDED CAPSCREW TORQUE REQUIREMENTS IN FOOT-POUNDS.

GRADE OF BOLT

Capscrews & Trolley Rodbolts Capscrews & Trolley Rodbolts

SAE METRIC SAE METRIC SAE METRIC
BOLT SIZE GRADE 2 GRADE 5.8 GRADE 5 GRADE 8.8 GRADE 8 GRADE 10.9
and Threads /
Inches
5.8 8.8 10.9

Clean Dry Motor Oil as New Plated Clean Dry Motor Oil as New Plated Clean Dry Motor Oil as New Plated
Threads Lubricant No Lube Threads Lubricant No Lube Threads Lubricant No Lube

1/420 5.00 4.50 4.00 8.00 7.20 6.40 12.00 10.80 9.60

1/4-28 6.00 5.40 4.80 10.00 9.00 8.00 14.00 12.60 11.20

5/1618 11.00 9.90 8.80 17.00 15.30 13.60 24.00 21.60 19.20
5/16-24 13.00 11.70 10.40 19.00 17.10 15.20 27.00 24.30 21.60
3/816 18.00 16.20 14.40 31.00 27.90 24.80 44.00 39.60 35.20
3/8-24 20.00 18.00 16.00 35.00 31.50 28.00 49.00 44.10 39.20
7/16-14 28.00 25.20 22.40 49.00 44.10 39.20 70.00 63.00 56.00
7/16-20 30.00 27.00 24.00 55.00 49.50 44.00 78.00 70.20 62.40
1/2-13 39.00 35.10 31.20 75.00 67.50 60.00 105.00 94.50 84.00
1/2-20 41.00 36.90 32.80 85.00 76.50 68.00 120.00 108.00 96.00
9/16-12 51.00 45.90 40.80 110.00 99.00 88.00 155.00 139.50 124.00
9/16-18 55.00 49.50 44.00 120.00 108.00 96.00 170.00 153.00 136.00
5/8-11 83.00 74.70 66.40 150.00 135.00 120.00 210.00 189.00 168.00
5/8-18 95.00 85.50 76.00 170.00 153.00 136.00 240.00 216.00 192.00
3/4-10 105.00 94.50 84.00 270.00 243.00 216.00 375.00 337.50 300.00
3/4-16 115.00 103.50 92.00 295.00 265.50 236.00 420.00 378.00 336.00
7/8-9 160.00 144.00 128.00 395.00 355.50 316.00 605.00 544.50 484.00
7/8-14 175.00 157.50 140.00 435.00 391.50 348.00 675.00 607.50 540.00
1-8 235.00 211.50 188.00 590.00 531.00 472.00 910.00 819.00 728.00
1-4 250.00 225.00 200.00 660.00 594.00 528.00 990.00 891.00 792.00

NOTES:
1. Always use the torque values listed above when specific torque values are not listed.
2. Do no used above values in place of those specified on illustrations and drawings.
3. For stainless Steel Bolts multiply torque values of SAE Grade 2 clean and dry by 1.1
4. For bolt sizes represented the unshaded values represent UNC threads, shaded represent UNF threads.

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6. Assemble the motor pinion shaft as follows:
A. If necessary, press the motor pinion onto motor
pinion shaft (03) Be sure that the pinion is fully
seated against the shaft shoulder.
B. Assemble O-rings (12) to bearing retainers (11).
C. Press new oil seals (13) into the end bores of
bearing retainers (11).Be sure that the oil seal lip
faces the outbound side of the bearing retainer.
NOTICE
On gear cases equipped with a single-ended
motor pinion shaft (no brake, additional motor,
or tachometer mounted to the shaft), only one
seal (17) is used.
D. Assemble bearings (10) to the ends of motor
pinion shaft (03).
E. Assemble bearing retainers (11), with the oil
seals and O-rings, onto motor pinion shaft (03).
7. Lower the assembled motor pinion shaft into the
gear case base. Be sure that the motor gear and the
motor pinion properly mesh.
8. Check each shaft assembly to ensure that it is
properly seated in the gear case, and that no
binding occurs.
9. Install the gear case cover, and secure it in place
using the bolts, lockwashers, and hex nuts
provided.Uniformily, tighten the hex nuts.
10. Install the motor coupling half.
11. On gear cases provided with double-ended input
shafts for the installation of a brake opposite the
motor, secure the brake wheel to the motor pinion
shaft using a new bent lockwasher (04) and hex nut
(05). Securely tighten the locknut, then bend one
side of the lockwasher against a flat on the locknut.
12. On gear cases provided with double-ended input
shafts for an additional motor, install the additional
motor coupling half.
13. Install the gear case on its mounting base as
described under the topic, Installation.
Installation
Use the following procedure to install a new or rebuilt
gear case as follows:
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! WARNING
DANGER
Dropping a raised load can cause severe
p e rs o n a l i n j u r y o r d e a t h . U s e l i f t i n g
equipment with a rated capacity equal to, or
exceeding, the weight of the item being
lifted.
1. Raise the assembled gear case into position on its
mounting base.
2. Secure the gear case to its mounting base using the
c a p s c r ew s p r ov i d e d . S e c u r e l y t i g h t e n t h e
capscrews.
3. On gear cases equipped with a double-ended shaft
for use with a brake, tachometer, or motor, install
the brake, tachometer, or motor, as described in the
applicable service bulletin.
NOTICE
On gear cases equipped with two motors, it is
necessary to align the motor pinion shaft with
both motor shafts.
4. Loosen and remove the capscrews securing the
gear case cover. Remove the cover.
5. Replace the drum shaft as follows:
A. Place oil seal (25) onto the drum shaft.
B. Press drum gear (24) onto the drum shaft.
C. Place bearing (21) on the end of the drum shaft.
D. Install O-ring (19) on bearing retainer (20), then
install the bearing retainer on the drum shaft.
NOTICE
On gear cases equipped with a drum shaft
revolution counter, install the shaft extension to
the end of the drum shaft, and install the shaft
extension seal in the bore in the center of
bearing retainer (20) before installing the
bearing retainer on the end of the drum shaft.
! WARNING
DANGER
Dropping a raised load can cause severe
p e rs o n a l i n j u r y o r d e a t h . U s e l i f t i n g
equipment with a rated capacity equal to, or

exceeding, the weight of the item being
lifted.
E. Using a suitable lifting device, lift the drum shaft
into place of the gear case base and the bearing
block (on the end of the drum shaft opposite the
gear case).
F. Secure the bearing block end of the drum shaft in
place with the appropriate hardware. Tighten the
hardware securely.
6. Apply gasket sealer, or install the gasket to the gear
case base.
7. Install the gear case cover onto the gear case base.
Install the gear case cover capscrews, lockwashers,
and hex nuts. Tighten the hex nuts securely.
8. Install drain plug (29). Fill the gear case to the
proper oil level, as described under the topic,
Changing Gear Case Oil.
9. Apply power to the crane and test the operation of
the gear case. Make adjustments, or corrections, as
necessary.
10. Return the brake, tachometer, or drum shaft
revolution counter to nor mal operation, as
described in the applicable service bulletin.
General Lubrication Instructions
Each crane is inspected and properly suggested before
it leaves the factory. Each is lubricated and the gear
case is filled with oil at the factory, but they should be
checked before being place into operation.
Keep the following points in mind when lubricating the
crane:
! WARNING
DANGER
Inadvertent movement of the gear case
shafts and attached components can result
in severe personal injury. Disconnect, lock
out, and tag the crane power disconnect
switch before initiating lubrication
procedures.
1. Disconnect, lock out, and tag the source that
supplies power to the crane before lubricating the
equipment.
2. Do not allow oil or grease to contact the brake
shoes or wheels.
3. Wipe any spilled or overflowed lubricants.
4. Do not over fill gearcases. They are not intended to
retain lubricant when filled beyond the maximum
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indicated oil levels. Use the oil level pipe to maintain
the proper oil level in the gearcase.
5. Before and after applying grease to the grease
fittings, wipe the fitting clean to prevent an
accumulation of dirt that could be forced into the
part being lubricated.
6. Be sure the lubricants are not contaminated before
using them.
The following lists identify lubricants suitable for use on
the crane by three methods as follows:
1. By P&H Specification Number: This specification
number identifies the initial fill lubricant as classified
by internal Morris Material Handling Standards.
2. By Military Specification Number: If a military
specification number exists for a lubricant that
corresponds to the P&H number in the same line,
the military specification number is entered.
NOTICE
The absence of a military specification number
does not necessarily mean that the lubricant
does not meet a military specification. It may,
for example, mean that the lubricant has not
been tested and qualified by the military
because it is relatively new. For that reason, it is
not certified as meeting the standards of a
particular military specification even though it
may be capable of doing so.
3. By Equivalent Lubricant: Equivalent lubricants
presently confirmed as meeting the requirements of
the P&H specification are listed by manufacturer
and trade names. Note that omission of a trade
name does not imply disapproval to that particular
lubricant. It merely means that the lubricant has not
been tested by Morris Material Handling. Also no
superiority of brand of lubricant is to be inferred
from the order of appearance on the list. The lists
are alphabetical and all products listed are equally
acceptable.
Lubricants listed in the following tables specify an
approximate ambient range of which they can be used.
If seasonal temperatures exceed this range, lubricants
should be changed to one that is compatible with the
expected ambient temperature.
NOTICE
At the time of publication of this document,
Morris Material Handling believes that the
manufacturers listed in the lubricant charts
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c o n fo r m e d t o t h e P & H s p e c i fi c a t i o n .
M a n u fa c t u r e r s c a n c h a n g e l u b r i c a n t
formulation from time to time without advising
Morris Material Handling. To prevent any
possible conflict, obtain a current copy of P&H
Lubrication specifications and work with your
lubrication supplier to find a product that
satisfies the specification. The lubrication
char ts also show approximate ambient
temperature ranges for oil. Consult your
lubrication specialist to determine actual
recommended range for the product being
used. When choosing a lubricant, be sure it has
a pour point at least 9F lower than the lowest
anticipated ambient temperature.

NOTICE
There are many types of lubricants that will
meet the P&H specifications, but which may not
be compatible with each other. If lubricant type
and/or manufacturer are changed, the old
lubricant must be completely drained from the
gear case before adding the new lubricant.

NOTICE
P&H 458F ISO VG 220 is a general-purpose
mineral-type oil that will provide good life,
because it is a rust and oxidation (R&O)
inhibited gear oil. This oil can be successfully
used in all P&H applications requiring GO oil.
For very low temperature ambients, use P&H
467A, and for very high temperature ambients
use P&H 467I (see appropriate charts, GOA or
GOH). P&H 467 is a synthetic oil. P&H 458 and
476 do not contain any friction modifiers,
including extreme pressure EP, anti-wear, or
solid-film additives. Some components such as
bronze gears in worm gear reducers and
inter nal mechanical load brakes can be
damaged if oil containing such additives are
used. Additionally, some oils have additives that
may not be compatible with the seal material
used in the gear reducers. To prevent possible
problems, be sure your lubrication vendor
guarantees in writing that the oil he is supplying
conforms to the desired P&H specifications.

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Table 1. Petroleum Gear Oil (GO)

INTENDED USE: All bridge & hoist gearcases within temperature range indicated. NOTE: Conforms to
AGMA No. 5.

P&H APPROX
ISO MILITARY EQUIVALENT
SPEC AMBIENT MANUFACTURER
VG SPEC NO. LUBRICANTS
NO. RANGE

458F 220 +40F to 125F Not Avail- American Industrial Oil 95 Amoc
+4C to 52C able Duro Oil 220 Lyon Dell Lubricants
Morlina 220 Shell Oil Co.
Regal R&O 220 Texaco, Inc.
Sunvis 9220 Sun Oil Co.
Teresstic 220 Exxon, USA
Union UNAX RX 220 Union Oil Co of CA, 76 Div
Vactra Oil BB Mobil Oil Corp.
RPM Gear Oil SAE 90 Chevron
Pennzbell RO 220 Pennzoil
Non EP, Single Viscosity, R&O Type Mineral Oil Base Stock Without Anti-Wear or Solid-Film Additives

Table 2. Non-EP Synthetic Gear Oil (GOA) - Arctic Service

INTENDED USE: Substitute for Petroleum Gear Oil (GO-P&H Spec 458F) in ambient temperatures less
than +40F.

P&H APPROX
ISO MILITARY EQUIVALENT
SPEC AMBIENT MANUFACTURER
VG SPEC NO. LUBRICANTS
NO. RANGE

467A 32 -27F to +40F Not Avail- Syn-Star R&O 32 Texaco

-32C to +5C able
Without Anti-Wear or Solid-Film Additives

Table 3. Non-EP High-Temperature Synthetic Gear Oil (GOH)

INTENDED USE: Substitute for Petroleum Gear Oil (GO-P&H Spec 458F) in ambient temperatures
above +125F.

P&H APPROX
ISO MILITARY EQUIVALENT
SPEC AMBIENT MANUFACTURER
VG SPEC NO. LUBRICANTS
NO. RANGE

467I 680 +100F to Not Avail- Syn-Star R&O 680 Texaco

+170F able
+37C to +77C
Without Anti-Wear or Solid-Film Additives

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