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Uniflor4622r FG Colorchart 2019

The document discusses how the color of grease can indicate the level of contamination in bearings used in food and beverage applications. Grease color ranges from white meaning no contamination to black indicating the bearing should be replaced. The document provides recommendations based on the grease color observed.

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Uniflor4622r FG Colorchart 2019

The document discusses how the color of grease can indicate the level of contamination in bearings used in food and beverage applications. Grease color ranges from white meaning no contamination to black indicating the bearing should be replaced. The document provides recommendations based on the grease color observed.

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Grease Color vs.

Contamination
Uniflor™ 4622R-FG for Bearings in Food & Beverage Applications

Grease
Grease Color Contamination Recommendation Consistency

SOFT
White None Grease in good condition.

Grease is in good condition.

- Level of Oil Reserves in Grease +


Gray 0.0 - 0.1% iron Normal wear in bearing.

Add grease until cavity is full.


Tan 0.1 - 0.4% iron Bearing OK.

Flush bearing with grease.


Brown 0.4 - 0.8% iron Check bearing play for excess wear.

Check bearing for play and noise.


Dark Brown 0.8% and higher If OK flush with grease. If bearing is
NOT OK, schedule bearing change.

Black Replace bearing. STIFF

Nye Lubricants, Inc


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