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    This document provides guidelines for approved synthetic oils and filtering requirements for use in GE wheel motors. It lists the only approved synthetic oils and recommends filtering the oil every 500 hours and analyzing it through spectrographic analysis also every 500 hours. It provides details on filtering intervals, particle size analysis thresholds, acceptable oil viscosity levels, and proper oil sampling techniques. Flushing procedures are also outlined.

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    COMPONENT CODE 08

    PARTS & SERVICE (C)


    REF NO. AA02083G
    DATE September 7, 2012
    NEWS Page 1 of 4
    This Parts & Service News supersedes the previous issuance, AA02083F, dated August 10, 2012. AA02083F should be discarded.

    SUBJECT: APPROVED SYNTHETIC OILS AND GUIDELINES FOR USE IN G.E.


    GDY85, GDY106 AND GDY108 ELECTRIC WHEEL MOTORS
    PURPOSE: Inform the field of approved wheel motor oils and filtering requirements.
    APPLICATION: Komatsu Electric Drive Dump Trucks:
    930E: 32604-32816, A30019, A30026-A30120;
    930E-2: A30012, A30098, A30100, A30121-A30293, A30295-A30303;
    930E-2SE: A30183;
    930E-3: A30294, A30304-A30461;
    930E-3SE: A30171-A30389;
    930E-4: A30462 & Up;
    930E-4AT: A30504 & Up;
    930E-4SE: A30587 & Up;
    960E-1: A30001, A30003 & Up
    960E-2: A30027 & Up;
    FAILURE CODE: 0830Z9
    DESCRIPTION:

    RECOMMENDED OILS FOR WHEEL MOTORS LISTED BELOW

    General Electric has approved only the following oils for use in their GDY85, GDY106 AND GDY108
    wheel motors:
    •Mobil - Mobilgear SHC 680
    •Mobil - SHC Gear 680 OH
    •Shell - Hyperia S 680 (The Canadian version of this oil is the only approved version to date.)
    •Valvoline - Syngard G-680
    •Cognis - Emgard 680 EP
    •Anderol Inc. - Anderol 5680
    •Conoco Phillips - Syncon Emgard 680 EP
    •Chevron - Chevron Synthetic EP ISO 680
    •Texaco - Texaco Synthetic EP ISO 680
    •CalTex - CalTex Synthetic EP ISO 680
    •Total - Dynatrans 680 GEA
    •BP Enersyn EP-XF 680
    •Castrol Alphasyn EP 680
    •Bel-Ray Synthetic Gear Oil 680

    An approval process must be initiated with G.E. if an alternative brand of oil is desired for use. Terms of
    the approval process will be provided if needed.

    AA02083G
    Page 2 of 4
    FILTERING REQUIREMENTS

    Filtering Intervals
    Wheel motor gear oil must be filtered (or changed) after the first 500 hours of operation, and then sam-
    pled and analyzed every 500 hours of operation thereafter. (Regular interval filtering is no substitute for
    spectrographic oil analysis. Wheel motor gear oil must be analyzed every 500 hours of operation.)

    Filtering synthetic oil for reuse is recommended, and can significantly extend the life of the oil. A 10
    micron filter must be used for filtering the oil. Due to their additive formulation, approved oils may last
    up to a year, or possibly longer. However, the additive package in synthetic oils will degrade over time.
    Therefore, these additives must be monitored and replenished when content falls below manufacturer’s
    specifications. After a year, the synthetic oil must be analyzed by the oil manufacturer if continued use is
    desired.

    Particle Size Analysis


    When filtering synthetic oil for reuse, the oil must be monitored to determine when filtering is necessary.
    The process of monitoring the oil for this purpose is particle size analysis. The test consists of passing a
    beam of light through the oil as it passes through a clear tube. A computer analyzes the quantity and size
    of particles contained in the oil.

    Particles that are smaller than 5 microns in size are not large enough to cause any gear or bearing failures.
    Particles over 25 microns can damage bearings and must be filtered from the oil.

    General Electric recommends that the oil be tested for the size and number of particles in the lubricant.
    This is an extremely important measurement of the condition of the oil.

    GE recommends that a cleanliness code of 18/13 be used for motorized wheels. Oil qualified for
    reuse must be filtered to 10 microns absolute.

    Particle Count Max.


    Rating Particle Size
    Per Millimeter

    18 2,500 5-15 microns

    13 80 15-25 microns

    greater than 25
    - 0
    microns

    If particle analysis yields a result of greater than 18 for the top number or greater than 13 for the lower
    number the motorized wheel oil should be filtered to 10 microns absolute. On occasion, the results of the
    filtering process must be verified to ensure the filtering process is effective. Should the results be unac-
    ceptable, check the filter type, condition, and particle size prior to re-filtering.

    AA02083G
    Page 3 of 4
    Oil Viscosity
    Viscosity of filtered oil must be monitored during each oil analysis to ensure proper lubrication. Viscosi-
    ties below the condemning limit indicates entry of contamination that will affect the oil film and lubricat-
    ing quality. The condemning limit for 680 oil, is 53cSt when tested at 100° C (212° F), and 588cSt at 40°
    C (104° F). This value can be used along with element tracking (ie. phosphorus, iron, and zinc) to verify
    correct oil viscosity. Ensure the appropriate viscosity value is being maintained for the approved oil you
    are using. If the viscosity of the oil is below the acceptable limit, the oil should be rechecked. If the sec-
    ond test fails, dispose of the oil. Fill the wheel motor with new, GE approved oil. The contaminated oil
    should be properly disposed of according to local regulations.

    If the viscosity of the oil is below the condemning limits, the oil may be contaminated with hydraulic
    oil. Ensure all joints are properly sealed before filling the wheel motor with fresh oil. If hydraulic oil
    continues to contaminate the wheel motor, serious damage to internal components may result.
    Wheel motor gear oil contaminated with hydraulic oil CANNOT be filtered and/or reused. If wheel
    motor gear oil contaminated with hydraulic oil is mixed with clean oil during the filtering process, the
    entire lot must be discarded.

    SPECTROGRAPHIC OIL ANALYSIS


    As stated earlier, spectrographic oil sampling analysis must be done every 500 hours of operation. The
    sample must be taken within a half an hour of truck shut down and within an hour of actual truck opera-
    tion. Oil samples that are not taken under this stipulation will not convey an accurate measurement of
    wheel motor condition.

    When taking an oil sample, it is important to position one of the magnetic plugs in the six o’clock posi-
    tion on the wheel. Oil samples should be taken from this plugged hole using a flexible tube that is 18
    inches (457 mm) in length. The tube must be inserted downward exactly 12 inches (305 mm) toward the
    bottom of the torque tube.

    When a sample is extracted from the wheel motor and placed in a clear bottle, the appearance, as well as
    odor of the oil should be inspected. Note any burning smells or other odors typical of fatigued or contam-
    inated oil. Check the oil for cloudiness, large particles, and filming. Any of these conditions indicate a
    problem.

    When water is found in oil, a second sampling should be performed. (Often times the source of the water
    is a contaminated oil drum.) If water is found after the second sampling, the oil must be changed. Ensure
    the replacement oil is free of water before adding.

    Refer to Parts and Service News Bulletin, AA02084, Wheel Motor Inspection Guidelines, for additional
    information on oil analysis element content and other inspection guidelines.

    AA02083G
    Page 4 of 4
    FLUSHING

    The transmission of the wheel motor must be flushed using the same oil that is used in normal operation.
    The use of solvents or low viscosity oils are not acceptable.

    After flushing to remove contamination from the wheel motor, the transmission should be filled with new
    or filtered oil. An oil sample should be taken for analysis after 100 hours of operation. If results of the oil
    analysis are within the acceptance range, the wheel motor may return to the 500 hour interval for oil anal-
    ysis. If the results of the analysis are not within the acceptance range, immediately contact your area GE
    or Komatsu customer support manager. Large quantities of loose material in the oil may be an indication
    of imminent wheel motor failure.

    AA02083G

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