KONE Transparent Guide Rail Oil Cup

A transparent oil cup makes routine elevator maintenance much easier because the lubricant level can be checked without removing the cover or dismantling the lubricator.

Designed for compatible KONE elevator guide rail lubrication systems, this transparent oil cup stores lubricating oil and delivers it gradually to the felt wick, helping maintain continuous lubrication between the guide shoe and guide rail during elevator operation.

Unlike traditional opaque lubricators, the transparent housing allows maintenance personnel to identify low oil levels, contamination or air bubbles during regular inspections.

A Quick Inspection Saves Maintenance Time

One advantage of a transparent oil cup is that technicians can determine its condition within seconds.

Before ordering a replacement, please compare:

• overall cup dimensions

• mounting-hole spacing

• transparent reservoir shape

• wick type and length

• oil outlet position

• guide rail size

• fixing bracket style

• installation location

• front and side photographs

• required quantity

Even if two transparent oil cups appear similar, differences in mounting brackets, oil outlets or wick length may prevent proper installation.

More Than Just Holding Lubricant

The oil cup works together with the felt wick to provide a controlled supply of lubricant rather than allowing oil to flow freely.

If the oil level remains unchanged for a long period, technicians should inspect the wick for blockage or hardening. If the cup empties unusually quickly, the wick or outlet should also be checked for damage or incorrect installation.

Besides replacing the oil cup itself, routine maintenance should include cleaning the guide rail surface, replacing contaminated lubricant when necessary, and checking that the guide shoe contacts remain properly lubricated.

For customers in Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Egypt, Iraq, UAE, Kuwait, Brazil, Chile, Spain and Italy, a photograph showing the transparent oil cup installed beside the guide shoe is usually enough for preliminary identification.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose a transparent oil cup instead of an opaque one?

A transparent housing allows technicians to monitor the lubricant level during routine inspections without disassembling the lubricator.

Can any transparent oil cup fit a KONE elevator?

Not necessarily. Dimensions, mounting method, wick length and oil outlet position should all match the original component.

What type of lubricant should be used?

The lubricant should follow the elevator manufacturer's maintenance requirements. Different guide rail lubrication systems may require different oils.

Should the wick be replaced together with the oil cup?

If the wick has become hardened, contaminated or worn, replacing both the oil cup and wick together generally provides more reliable lubrication.