§230.102. Tender plain bearing journal boxes.
49 C.F.R. § 230.102
Plain bearing journal boxes with the following defects shall be removed from service immediately and repaired:
A box that does not contain visible free oil;
A box lid that is missing, broken, or open except to receive servicing;
A box containing foreign matter, such as dirt, sand, or coal dust that can reasonably be expected to damage the bearing; or have a detrimental effect on the lubrication of the journal and bearing;
A lubricating pad that—
Is missing;
Is not in contact with the journal;
Has a tear extending half the length or width of the pad, or more, except by design;
Shows evidence of having been scorched, burned, or glazed;
Contains decaying or deteriorated fabric that impairs proper lubrication of the pad;
Has an exposed center core (except by design); or
Has metal parts contacting the journal;
A plain bearing that—
Is missing, cracked, broken;
Has a bearing liner loose;
Has a broken out piece; or
Has indications of having been overheated, as evidenced by—
Melted babbitt—
Smoke from hot oil; or
Journal surface damage; or
A plain bearing wedge that—
Is missing, cracked or broken; or
Is not located in its design position.
Notes, amendments, and revision history
Authority
Authority: 49 U.S.C. 20103, 20107, 20702; 28 U.S.C. 2461 note; and 49 CFR 1.89.
Source
Source: 64 FR 62865, Nov. 17, 1999, unless otherwise noted.