Maintenance and inspection
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10 Maintenance and inspection
10.1 Inspection
It is recommended that periodic inspections for the items listed below are conducted after each operation of the motor.
If an abnormal condition is noted, discontinue any use and contact your nearest Oriental Motor sales oce.
Note
Conduct the insulation resistance measurement or dielectric strength test separately on the motor and the
speed controller.
Conducting the insulation resistance measurement or dielectric strength test with the motor and speed
controller connected may result in damage to the product.
The speed controller uses semiconductor elements. So be extremely careful when handling them.
Static electricity may damage the speed controller.
Inspection item
Check if any of the mounting screws for the motor and gearhead is loose.
Check if the bearing part (ball bearings) of the motor generates unusual noises.
Check if the bearing part (ball bearings) or gear meshing part of the gearhead generates unusual noises.
Check if the output shaft of the motor and gearhead and a load shaft are out of alignment.
Check if a damage or stress is applied on the cable, or the connection part between the motor and speed controller is
loose.
Check if the openings in the speed controller are clogged.
Check if any of the speed controller connectors is loose.
Check if there is any abnormality or unusual smell inside the speed controller.
10.2 Warranty
Check on the Oriental Motor Website for the product warranty.
10.3 Disposal
Dispose the product correctly in accordance with laws and regulations, or instructions of local governments.