Adjustment and Installation

Loosen adjustment bolt (or bolts) to position lube stick directly into the throat of the wheel flange. The lube stick can ride slightly on the tread of the wheel to prevent flange override.
NOTE: It is very important that brakes be applied during applicator adjustment. This will ensure the full travel of the wheel is realized, preventing interference during breaking.

Use the shorter MPL #19 stick (8.5") as needed to maintain continuous lubrication.

Insert alignment tool between the tread and magazine as shown in picture.

Applicator alignment tool
Adjustment distance for MPL magazines from tread of wheel:
• MPL 5000 for EMD and GE type Locomotives with pedestal type trucks is 1/2"
• MPL 7000 for SD-70 radial truck locomotives is 7/8"

Neither the applicator nor the lube stick is to be positioned outside the flange of the wheel. This will cause the lube stick to override the flange and prevent proper lubrication.

Once the lube stick and applicator are aligned within the flange / tread area, proper lubrication will be distributed evenly throughout the contact zone Re-tighten bolts to BNSF torque specifications.

When the Lanyard and Slide Ring are on the bottom of the applicator, the Slide is installed upside down. It should be replaced with a Slide from the oppisite side of the locomotive.

Pin, Lanyard, and Slide Ring are on the top side of the applicator when properly installed.

Springs are installed incorrectly when they are in front of the spring groove.

Springs are properly installed when they are behind the spring groove.