SEW-Eurodrive M1 N Series User manual

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Drive Technology \ Drive Automation \ System Integration \ Services
Assembly and Operating
Instructions
Industrial Gear Units
M1..N Series Single-Stage Helical Gear Units
Torque Classes from 1.4 kNm to 189 kNm
Edition 03/2020 29203856/EN

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Table of contents
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Table of contents
1 General information.................................................................................................................. 6
1.1 About this documentation ...............................................................................................6
1.2 Structure of the safety notes ...........................................................................................6
1.3 Rights to claim under limited warranty ............................................................................7
1.4 Decimal separator in numerical values ...........................................................................8
1.5 Product names and trademarks......................................................................................8
1.6 Copyright notice ..............................................................................................................8
2 Safety notes .............................................................................................................................. 9
2.1 Preliminary information ...................................................................................................9
2.2 Duties of the user............................................................................................................9
2.3 Target group ...................................................................................................................9
2.4 Designated use .............................................................................................................10
2.5 Other applicable documentation ...................................................................................10
2.6 Safety symbols on the gear unit....................................................................................11
2.7 Symbols on the dimension sheet ..................................................................................16
2.8 Symbols on the packaging............................................................................................17
2.9 Transport.......................................................................................................................18
2.10 Storage and transport conditions..................................................................................20
3 Gear unit structure ................................................................................................................. 22
3.1 Overview of gear unit and mount-on components ........................................................22
3.2 Nameplate.....................................................................................................................23
3.3 Type designation...........................................................................................................24
3.4 Mounting position and mounting surface ......................................................................24
3.5 Shaft positions ..............................................................................................................25
3.6 Directions of rotation .....................................................................................................25
3.7 Coating and surface protection systems.......................................................................26
3.8 Lubrication ....................................................................................................................27
3.9 Accessories...................................................................................................................28
4 Design of options and accessories ...................................................................................... 29
4.1 Shaft end pump.............................................................................................................29
4.2 Motor pump...................................................................................................................30
4.3 Fan................................................................................................................................31
4.4 Cooling coil ...................................................................................................................32
4.5 Oil heater ......................................................................................................................33
4.6 Oil-air cooler for pressure lubrication ............................................................................34
4.7 Oil-water cooler for pressure lubrication .......................................................................34
4.8 Temperature sensor /PT100 .........................................................................................34
4.9 SPM adapter .................................................................................................................34
4.10 Customer-provided cooling systems and lubrication systems ......................................35
4.11 Thermostat valve ..........................................................................................................37
5 Installation/assembly ............................................................................................................. 38
5.1 Required tools/resources ..............................................................................................38
5.2 Tolerances ....................................................................................................................38
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5.3 Important information ....................................................................................................39
5.4 Prerequisites for installation..........................................................................................41
5.5 Installing the gear unit...................................................................................................42
5.6 Filling gear units with oil / delivered without oil fill (standard) .......................................47
5.7 Gear units delivered with oil fill (option) ........................................................................48
5.8 Gear units with solid shaft.............................................................................................49
5.9 Mounting tolerances......................................................................................................50
5.10 Mounting the couplings.................................................................................................52
5.11 Shaft end pump /SHP ...................................................................................................54
5.12 Motor pump...................................................................................................................54
5.13 Fan................................................................................................................................55
5.14 Cooling coil ...................................................................................................................56
5.15 Oil-water cooler for pressure lubrication .......................................................................59
5.16 Oil-air cooler for pressure lubrication............................................................................59
5.17 Oil heater ......................................................................................................................60
5.18 Temperature sensor /PT100.........................................................................................66
5.19 SPM adapter.................................................................................................................67
5.20 Thermostat valve ..........................................................................................................69
6 Startup ..................................................................................................................................... 71
6.1 Gear unit startup ...........................................................................................................71
6.2 Motor pump...................................................................................................................74
6.3 External cooling and lubrication systems......................................................................75
6.4 Oil heater ......................................................................................................................75
6.5 Measuring the surface and oil temperature ..................................................................75
6.6 Shutting down gear units ..............................................................................................76
7 Inspection/maintenance......................................................................................................... 77
7.1 Preliminary work regarding inspection and maintenance .............................................77
7.2 Inspection and maintenance intervals...........................................................................79
7.3 Lubricant change intervals ............................................................................................80
7.4 Checking the oil level ....................................................................................................81
7.5 Checking the oil consistency.........................................................................................82
7.6 Changing the oil ............................................................................................................83
7.7 Motor pump...................................................................................................................85
7.8 Shaft end pump.............................................................................................................85
7.9 Fan................................................................................................................................85
7.10 Oil heater ......................................................................................................................86
7.11 Refilling sealing grease.................................................................................................87
7.12 Checking and cleaning the breather .............................................................................87
8 Lubricants ............................................................................................................................... 88
8.1 Guidelines for selecting oil and grease .........................................................................88
8.2 Lubricant table ..............................................................................................................90
8.3 Lubricant fill quantities for horizontal gear units in M1 mounting position.....................92
8.4 Sealing greases / bearing greases ...............................................................................93
9 Malfunctions............................................................................................................................ 94
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9.1 Troubleshooting information .........................................................................................94
9.2 Service..........................................................................................................................94
9.3 Possible malfunctions/remedy ......................................................................................95
9.4 Waste disposal..............................................................................................................97
10 Address list ............................................................................................................................. 98
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1General information
About this documentation
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1 General information
1.1 About this documentation
The documentation at hand is the original.
This documentation is an integral part of the product. The documentation is intended
for all employees who perform work on the product.
Make sure this documentation is accessible and legible. Ensure that persons respon-
sible for the systems and their operation as well as persons who work on the product
independently have read through the documentation carefully and understood it. If you
are unclear about any of the information in this documentation or if you require further
information, contact SEW‑EURODRIVE.
1.2 Structure of the safety notes
1.2.1 Meaning of signal words
The following table shows the grading and meaning of the signal words for safety
notes.
Signal word Meaning Consequences if disregarded
DANGER Imminent hazard Severe or fatal injuries
WARNING Possible dangerous situation Severe or fatal injuries
CAUTION Possible dangerous situation Minor injuries
NOTICE Possible damage to property Damage to the product or its envi-
ronment
INFORMATION Useful information or tip: Simplifies
handling of the product.
1.2.2 Structure of section-related safety notes
Section-related safety notes do not apply to a specific action but to several actions
pertaining to one subject. The hazard symbols used either indicate a general hazard
or a specific hazard.
This is the formal structure of a safety note for a specific section:
SIGNAL WORD
Type and source of hazard.
Possible consequence(s) if disregarded.
• Measure(s) to prevent the hazard.
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Rights to claim under limited warranty
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Meaning of the hazard symbols
The hazard symbols in the safety notes have the following meaning:
Hazard symbol Meaning
General hazard
Warning of dangerous electrical voltage
Warning of hot surfaces
Warning about suspended load
Warning of automatic restart
1.2.3 Structure of embedded safety notes
Embedded safety notes are directly integrated into the instructions just before the de-
scription of the dangerous action.
This is the formal structure of an embedded safety note:
SIGNAL WORD! Type and source of hazard. Possible consequence(s) if disregar-
ded. Measure(s) to prevent the hazard.
1.3 Rights to claim under limited warranty
Read the information in this documentation. This is essential for fault-free operation
and fulfillment of any rights to claim under limited warranty. Read the documentation
before you start working with the product.
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Decimal separator in numerical values
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1.4 Decimal separator in numerical values
In this document, a period is used to indicate the decimal separator.
Example: 30.5kg
1.5 Product names and trademarks
The brands and product names in this documentation are trademarks or registered
trademarks of their respective titleholders.
1.6 Copyright notice
©2020SEW‑EURODRIVE. All rights reserved. Unauthorized reproduction, modifica-
tion, distribution or any other use of the whole or any part of this documentation is
strictly prohibited.
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Safety notes
Preliminary information
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2 Safety notes
2.1 Preliminary information
The following general safety notes serve the purpose of preventing injury to persons
and damage to property. They primarily apply to the use of products described in this
documentation. If you use additional components, also observe the relevant warning
and safety notes.
2.2 Duties of the user
As the user, you must ensure that the basic safety notes are observed and complied
with. Make sure that persons responsible for the machinery and its operation as well
as persons who work on the device independently have read through the documenta-
tion carefully and understood it.
As the user, you must ensure that all of the work listed in the following is carried out
only by qualified specialists:
• Setup and installation
• Installation and connection
• Startup
• Maintenance and repairs
• Shutdown
• Disassembly
Ensure that the persons who work on the product pay attention to the following regula-
tions, conditions, documentation, and information:
• National and regional safety and accident prevention regulations
• Warning and safety signs on the product
• All other relevant project planning documents, installation and startup instructions,
and wiring diagrams
• Do not assemble, install or operate damaged products
• All system-specific specifications and conditions
Ensure that systems in which the product is installed are equipped with additional
monitoring and protection devices. Observe the applicable safety regulations and leg-
islation governing technical work equipment and accident prevention regulations.
2.3 Target group
Specialist for me-
chanical work
Any mechanical work may be performed only by adequately qualified specialists. Spe-
cialists in the context of this documentation are persons who are familiar with the
design, mechanical installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of the product who
possess the following qualifications:
• Qualification in the mechanical area in accordance with the national regulations
• Familiarity with this documentation
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Designated use
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Specialist for elec-
trotechnical work
Any electrotechnical work may be performed only by electrically skilled persons with a
suitable education. Electrically skilled persons in the context of this documentation are
persons who are familiar with electrical installation, startup, troubleshooting, and main-
tenance of the product who possess the following qualifications:
• Qualification in the electrotechnical area in accordance with the national regula-
tions
• Familiarity with this documentation
Additional qualifi-
cation
In addition to that, these persons must be familiar with the valid safety regulations and
laws, as well as with the requirements of the standards, directives, and laws specified
in this documentation.
The persons must have the express authorization of the company to operate, pro-
gram, parameterize, label, and ground devices, systems, and circuits in accordance
with the standards of safety technology.
Instructed persons All work in the areas of transportation, storage, operation and waste disposal must be
carried out by persons who are trained appropriately. The purpose of the instruction is
to give persons the ability to perform the required tasks and work steps in a safe and
correct manner.
2.4 Designated use
The industrial gear units are gear units run by motors for industrial and commercial
systems. The units may only be run at the speeds and powers shown in the technical
data or on the nameplate. Implementing gear unit loads other than the permitted val-
ues or operating the gear units in areas of application other than industrial and com-
mercial systems is only permitted after consultation with SEW‑EURODRIVE.
Using these products in potentially explosive atmospheres is prohibited, unless spe-
cifically designated otherwise.
In compliance with the EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, the industrial gear units
are components for installation in machinery and systems. In the scope of the EC di-
rective, you must not take the machinery into operation in the designated fashion until
you have established that the end product complies with Machinery Directive 2006/42/
EC.
2.5 Other applicable documentation
Also observe the following publications and documents:
• M1..N Series catalog
• Order documents, such as dimension sheet, order confirmation, etc.
• If required, the "AC Motors" operating instructions
• If required, the operating instructions of the options installed
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Safety notes
Safety symbols on the gear unit
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2.6 Safety symbols on the gear unit
CAUTION
Safety/caution signs and safety symbols can become dirty or illegible over time.
Risk of injury due to illegible symbols.
• Always make sure that safety, warning, and operating notes are legible.
• Replace damaged safety/caution signs and safety symbols.
The safety symbols on the gear unit must be observed. They have the following mean-
ing:
Safety symbols Meaning
Oil
Indicates the oil dipstick.
Oil
Indicates the oil level glass.
Oil
Indicates the oil sight glass.
Oil
Indicates the oil filling location. Also serves as proper venting
during the oil change.
Oil
Indicates the oil drain.
Indicates the position of the breather. Serves to avoid mistaking
the oil measuring position for the venting position.
Indicates the positions for relubrication and makes it easier to
find the locations to be lubricated. Helps avoid bearing damage.
H2O
Indicates the water supply and serves to locate the connection
option.
H2O
Indicates the water return and serves to locate the connection
option.
Oil
Indicates the oil supply and serves to locate the connection op-
tion.
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Safety symbols Meaning
Oil
Indicates the oil return and serves to locate the connection op-
tion.
°C
Indicates the position of the temperature sensor/temperature
switch.
Indicates the grease drain plug and serves to locate the grease
drain. Helps avoid bearing damage.
Helps avoid errors caused by lack of understanding. Read the in-
formation in the operating instructions.
For pivoted mounting positions, this symbol on the information
sign indicates the mounting position of the gear unit for checking
the oil.
Indicates the air outlet screw.
Caution: Risk of burns due to hot surface.
STOP
Caution: Removing the dipstick during operation may result in
damage to the gear unit.
Oil
Caution: Risk of burns due to hot gear oil.
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Safety symbols on the gear unit
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After startup, you may remove the following labels from the gear unit.
Meaning
The brake is not set at the factory.
Le frein n'est pas réglé d'usine
Risque de dommages matériels !
•Avant la mise en service, régler le frein
conformément aux instructions de la
notice d'exploitation.
X
VORSICHT NOTICE ATTENTION
•
Die Bremse ist ab Werk nicht
eingestellt.
Mögliche Sachschäden!
Bremse vor der Inbetriebnahme
gemäß Betriebsanleitung einstellen
The brake has not been set at
the factory
Potential damage to property!
•Prior to startup, set the brake according
to the operating instructions.
El freno no viene ajustado
de fábrica.
•Antes de la puesta en marcha,
ajustar el freno según las
instrucciones de funcionamiento.
De rem is niet af fabriek
ingesteld.
Mogelijke materiële schade!
•Rem voor de inbedrijfstelling conform
technische handleiding instellen.
Hamulec nie jest ustawiony
fabrycznie.
•
PRECAUCIÓN VOORZICHTIG OSTRO NIE
18855199
¡Posibles daños materiales!
EN
DE
FES
NL PL
Możliwe szkody materialne!
9007204570571147
The coupling is delivered without grease.
VORSICHT NOTICE ATTENTION
PRECAUCIÓN VOORZICHTIG OSTRO NIE
18977405
EN
DE
FES
NL PL
El acoplamiento se suministra
sin grasa.
¡Posibles daños materiales!
• Llenar el acoplamiento con grasa
antes de la puesta en marcha.
Kupplung wird ohne Fett geliefert.
Mögliche Sachschäden!
•V
or der Inbetriebnahme Kupplung
mit Fett befüllen.
Koppeling wordt zonder
vet geleverd.
Mogelijke materiële schade!
• Koppeling vóór de inbedrijfstelling
met vet vullen.
Coupling delivered without
grease
Possible damage to property.
•Fill coupling with grease prior to startup.
Możliwe szkody materialne!
• Przed uruchomieniem należy
napełnić sprzęgło smarem.
L’accouplement est livré sans
graisse.
Risque de dommages matériels !
•Avant la mise en service, remplir
l’accouplement de graisse.
Sprzęgło jest dostarczane
bez smaru.
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Safety symbols on the gear unit
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Meaning
The coupling is delivered without oil.
VORSICHT NOTICE ATTENTION
PRECAUCIÓN VOORZICHTIG OSTRO NIE
18977413
EN
DE
FES
NL PL
Oil
Coupling delivered without oil
Possible damage to property.
•Fill coupling with oil prior to startup.
Możliwe szkody materialne!
• Przed uruchomieniem należy
napełnić sprzęgło olejem.
El acoplamiento se suministra
sin aceite.
¡Posibles daños materiales!
Llenar el acoplamiento con aceite antes
de la puesta en marcha.
•
Koppeling wordt zonder
olie geleverd.
Mogelijke materiële schade!
• Koppeling vóór de inbedrijfstelling
met olie vullen.
Kupplung wird ohne Öl geliefert.
Mögliche Sachschäden!
Vor der Inbetriebnahme Kupplung
mit Öl befüllen.
•
L’accouplement est livré sans
huile.
Risque de dommages matériels !
•Avant la mise en service, remplir
l’accouplement d’huile.
Sprzęgło jest dostarczane
bez oleju.
9007204571876363
The gear unit is protected against corrosion with VCI.
VORSICHT NOTICE ATTENTION
PRECAUCIÓN VOORZICHTIG OSTRO NIE
18977421
EN
DE
FES
NL PL
VCI
Getriebe ist mit VCI
rostgeschützt. Nicht öffnen!
Mögliche Sachschäden!
• Vor der Inbetriebnahme Vorarbeiten
gemäß Betriebsanleitung durchführen.
• Keine offene Flamme!
Gear unit with VCI corrosion
protection. Do not open!
Potential damage to property!
•Prior to startup, perform preliminary
work according to operating instructions
•No open flames!
Réducteur protégé contre la
corrosion avec VCI. Ne pas ouvrir
Risque de dommages matériels !
• Avant la mise en service, réaliser les
travaux préliminaires indiqués dans la
notice d'exploitation.
• Pas de flammes ouvertes !
Reductor está protegido con VCI
contra la corrosión. ¡No abrir!
¡Posibles daños materiales!
•Antes de la puesta en marcha, efectuar
los trabajos preparatorios según las
instrucciones de funcionamiento.
• No debe haber fuego abierto.
Tandwielkast is met VCI tegen
corrosie beschermd. Niet openen!
Mogelijke materiële schade!
•Vóór de inbedrijfstelling voor-
bereidingen conform technische
handleiding uitvoeren.
• Geen open vuur!
Możliwe szkody materialne!
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Safety symbols on the gear unit
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Meaning
The gear unit is delivered without oil.
VORSICHT NOTICE ATTENTION
PRECAUCIÓN VOORZICHTIG OSTRO NIE
18977383
EN
DE
FES
NL PL
Oil
Getriebe wird ohne Öl geliefert.
Mögliche Sachschäden!
•Vor der Inbetriebnahme Ölbefüllung
gemäß Betriebsanleitung durchführen.
Gear unit is delivered without oil.
Potential damage to property!
•Prior to startup, fill in oil according
to operating instructions.
•
Tandwielkast wordt zonder
olie geleverd.
Mogelijke materië schade!
•Vóór de inbedrijfstelling olie conform
technische handleiding bijvullen.
Le réducteur ne contient pas
d'huile à la livraison.
Dommages matériels possibles !
Avant la mise en service, effectuer le
remplissage d'huile conformément à la
notice d'exploitation.
El reductor se suministra
sin aceite.
¡Posibles daños materiales!
• Antes de la puesta en marcha,
efectuar el llenado de aceite según
las instrucciones de funcionamiento.
Przekładnia jest dostarczana
bez oleju.
Możliwe szkody materialne!
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Symbols on the dimension sheet
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2.7 Symbols on the dimension sheet
The symbols on the dimension sheet must be observed. They have the following
meaning:
Symbols Meaning
Indicates the oil filling location.
Indicates the oil drain.
Indicates the position of the breather.
Indicates the position of the inspection cover.
Indicates the position of the attachment points for transport.
Indicates the position of the oil dipstick.
Indicates the position of the oil level glass.
Indicates the position of the oil sight glass.
Indicates the position of the relubrication points.
Indicates the position of the relubrication points.
Fett
Indicates the position of the grease outlet.
H2O
G1/4"
Indicates the water inflow with connection dimensions.
H2O
G1/4"
Indicates the water return with connection dimensions.
OIL
Indicates the oil inflow.
OIL
Indicates the oil return.
S
N
Indicates the position of the magnetic screw plug.
Indicates the position of the torque arm.
M8
Indicates the position of the operator's vibration sensor with
connection dimensions.
Indicates the position of the oil heater.
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Symbols on the packaging
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2.8 Symbols on the packaging
The symbols on the packaging must be observed. They have the following meaning:
Up Keep dry Center of gravity
Fragile Protect
from heat
Fasten
here
Hand hooks
prohibited
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Transport
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2.9 Transport
2.9.1 General information
WARNING
Suspended loads can fall.
Severe or fatal injuries.
• Do not stand under the suspended load.
• Secure the danger zone.
• Use suitable, sufficiently rated, and undamaged handling equipment.
• Consider the gear unit dimensions, the center of gravity, and the weight that has
to be moved when selecting lifting equipment or crane (see dimension drawing).
The weight to be moved is the total weight of the drive package including mount-
on components (not only the weight of the gear unit).
WARNING
Lifted loads may fall over.
Severe or fatal injuries.
• Secure the gear unit against falling over during the lifting process.
• Secure the danger zone.
• Use suitable, sufficiently rated, and undamaged handling equipment.
• Consider the gear unit dimensions, the center of gravity, and the weight that has
to be moved when selecting lifting equipment or crane (see order documents).
The weight to be moved is the total weight of the drive package including mount-
on components (not only the weight of the gear unit).
CAUTION
Risk of slipping of unsecured mount-on components, such as keys.
Potential risk of crushing due to falling parts.
• Secure the mount-on components.
CAUTION
Danger due to lubricant leaking from damaged seals and the breather.
Minor injuries.
• Check the gear unit and mount-on components for leaking lubricant.
• The seals must not come in contact with cleaning agent as this may damage the
seals.
• Protect the breather against damage.
• Make sure that there is not too much oil in the gear unit. If the oil level is too high
and the temperature rises, lubricant may escape from the breather.
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Transport
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NOTICE
Improper transport may cause damage to the gear unit.
Possible damage to property.
• Observe the following information.
• Inspect the shipment for any possible transport damage as soon as you receive
the delivery. Inform the shipping company immediately about any damage. In the
event of damage, do not start up the gear unit.
• The weight of the gear unit (without oil) is indicated on the nameplate or on the di-
mension sheet. Observe the loads and specifications given on the nameplate.
• If possible, transport the gear unit without oil fill. If this is not possible, note that the
weight indicated on the nameplate refers only to the gear unit without oil fill, and
replace the breather with a screw plug.
• The gear unit must be transported in a manner that prevents damage to the gear
unit and to attached components. For example, impacts against exposed shaft
ends can damage the gear unit.
• The gear unit may only be lifted using lifting ropes or chains attached to the lifting
eyes [1]. The load suspensions of the motor or attached components are provided
for stabilization purposes only.
• The length of the lifting chains or ropes must be dimensioned in such a way that
the angle between the chains or ropes does not exceed 45°.
The following figure illustrates how to transport the gear unit.
[1]
[1]
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Storage and transport conditions
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2.10 Storage and transport conditions
The gear units can be provided with the following protection and packaging types de-
pending on the storage and transport conditions.
2.10.1 Internal conservation
Standard corrosion protection
After the test run, the test oil fill is drained out of the gear unit. The remaining oil film
protects the gear unit against corrosion for a limited period of time. If specified in the
order, the gear unit can be delivered with oil. Refer to the order documents for more
information.
Long-term corrosion protection
After the test run, the test oil fill is drained out of the gear unit and the interior space is
filled with a vapor phase inhibitor. The breather is replaced by a screw plug and in-
cluded in the gear unit delivery.
Corrosion protection with VCI anti-corrosion agent is not permitted for gear units that
are operated with food grade lubricants. Contact SEW‑EURODRIVE in such cases.
2.10.2 Exterior corrosion protection
The following measures are taken for exterior corrosion protection:
• Anti-corrosion agent is applied to bare, non-painted functional surfaces of shafts,
flanges, mounting and foot surfaces of the housing. The anti-corrosion agent must
be removed with a suitable solvent that does not damage the oil seal.
• Small spare parts and loose pieces, such as bolts, nuts, etc., are packed in corro-
sion protection plastic bags (VCI corrosion protection bags).
• Threaded holes and blind holes are covered by plastic plugs.
• If the gear unit is stored longer than 6 months, regularly check the protective coat-
ing of unpainted areas as well as the paint coating. Areas in which the protective
coating and/or painting has been damaged may have to be repainted.
2.10.3 Packaging
Standard packaging
The gear unit is delivered on a pallet, securely attached and without a cover.
Use: Land transport
Long-term packaging
The gear unit is delivered in a wooden box that is also appropriate for sea transport.
Use: Sea transport and/or for extended storage
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