Autogard Series XG •Installation and Maintenance Instructions
Sizes 3 & 4 (Page 1 of 21)
British Autogard Ltd. 2 Wilkinson Road, Cirencester, Gloucestershire, GL7 1YT, UK DX0001
Telephone: +44 (0)1285 640333 October 2017
http://www.rexnord.com/autogard Supersedes NEW
1. General Notes
This manual and any accompanying drawings constitute part of the supply. They should be kept together and
accessible to the user at all times. We accept no liability for damage resulting from non-observance of
instructions provided.
When the product is installed in equipment or systems, the supplier of the equipment or system is obliged to
include the instructions, notes and description contained in this manual in their own Operating Instructions and to
ensure that essential health and safety requirements are met.
The product described here is in accordance with the state of the art at the time of printing. In the interest of
further development, we reserve the right to introduce modifications which we consider appropriate, while
retaining the essential features of the design.
Unauthorised modifications are not permitted, invalidate any warranties and will impair reliability.
The product should only be used and operated under the conditions specified in the performance and supply
contract.
The user has to ensure that the persons entrusted with installation, operation care and maintenance, as well as
repair, have read and understood the instructions given in this manual and that they observe them in all respects.
During the course of handling, assembly, disassembly, operation, as well as care and maintenance, all local
regulations regarding industrial safety and pollution control are to be observed.
The product may only be operated, maintained and repaired by authorised, trained and suitably supervised
personnel.
This product is intended for use as a mechanical overload protection device for industrial equipment. It is
designed to release the transmitted torque in the event of an overload. It is not expected to operate under normal
running conditions. For applications where repeated disengagement or slipping occur, please consult Rexnord
for an alternative solution.
To ensure sustained trouble-free operation, the product must be used as originally specified and selected. In the
event of any change in the operating conditions (power, speed, modifications to prime mover and driven
machine), it is essential to confirm the overall design and suitability. If in doubt, consult Rexnord.
2. Safety Warnings
Work on the product may only be carried out when it is stationary. The drive unit must be isolated to prevent
accidental start-up (for example by locking the key switch or removing the fuses from the power supply). A notice
should be affixed to the start-up point stating that work on the product is in progress.
During operation, the drive should be shut down immediately if changes are detected, for example increased
vibration or noise.
It is the responsibility of the supplier of the equipment or system in which the product is used, to ensure that local
codes of safety are complied with (e.g. EU Safety of Machinery Regulations in Europe) and that suitable guarding
is fitted.
