Meaning of the composition of the number: MEC = series 16500 = type P = pulley drive The MEC16500 pumps have automatic lubrication installed as standard The lubrication is applied by the manufacturer and can not be adjusted without the proper tool Always check whether the lubrication is actually working when the pump is switched on Oil to be used for lubricating the vanes: genuine oil from B.P. Oil item number: BP5070 Pumps with a pulley drive rotate clockwise. Anti-clockwise rotation available on request The direction of rotation is determined when the axle to be driven is aligned with the observer Minimum repair costs thanks to the unique automatic protection system As pumps from B.P. are tested, inspected and packaged with the utmost care, trouble-free start-up is 100% guaranteed These vacuum pumps with vanes are mainly used in agriculture for filling and emptying slurry tanks These pumps can generate both positive pressure and vacuum