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Reliance electric RPM AC User Manual

Reliance electric RPM AC
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Installation, Operation
and Maintenance of
RPM AC
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INDUCTION MOTORS
FRAMES 56-L440
SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED FOR OPERATION
WITH ADJUSTABLE FREQUENCY
CONTROLLERS
Instruction Manual B-3682-3
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Reliance electric RPM AC Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandReliance electric
ModelRPM AC
CategoryEngine
LanguageEnglish

Summary

General Description

Receiving and Handling

Guidance on inspecting and handling equipment upon arrival to prevent damage during shipment.

Storage

Recommendations for storing motors in a clean, dry area to prevent damage from environmental factors.

Installation

Location

Guidelines for selecting a suitable installation site, considering ambient temperature and air flow.

Drain Plugs

Instructions on removing drain plugs for totally enclosed motors to prevent condensation buildup.

Power Supply

Information on connecting the motor to an adjustable frequency controller, verifying nameplate data.

Conduit Box

Details on the standard conduit box location and its rotatability for versatile wiring.

Mounting

Requirements for mounting motors on a rigid base and recommended torque values for hold-down bolts.

Belted Drive

Considerations for using motor slide bases and ensuring sheave alignment for belted drives.

Coupled Drive

Details on mounting orientation and support requirements for C-face motors in coupled drive applications.

Stub Shaft Installation Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for installing a screw-in stub shaft onto the motor shaft.

Connections

Safety precautions and guidance for connecting motor power leads and thermostat leads.

Bypass Mode

Considerations for using the motor in bypass mode, including starter and overcurrent protection selection.

Direction of Rotation

How to determine and reverse the motor's shaft rotation direction if it is incorrect.

Thermostat Leads (Thermal Protector)

Information on the function and connection of internal thermostats for motor thermal protection.

Blower Motor

Details on the independently powered three-phase AC blower motor for continuous cooling.

Blower Motor Connection

Guidance on connecting the blower motor, referencing diagrams based on frame size.

Grounding

Critical safety instructions for connecting an appropriate equipment grounding conductor to ensure electrical safety.

Drive

Information on shaft suitability for coupled or belted drives and checking radial loads.

Shipping Blocks

Instructions for removing shipping blocks from roller-bearing equipped motors to prevent damage.

Encoder Connection Diagrams

Wiring guides for connecting Dynapar H20 and Lakeshore encoders to the motor.

Motor Application Data

Maximum Safe Speed

Table of maximum mechanically safe operating speeds for various motor frames to prevent component failure.

Minimum V-Belt Sheave Diameters

Guidelines on applying pulleys, sheaves, sprockets, and gears to motor shafts to avoid excessive bearing loads.

Shaft Loads - Axial and Radial

Information on axial and radial shaft load capacities for different motor frames and mounting positions.

Operation

Motor Start-Up

Essential safety precautions and checks before initial start-up, including power lockout and connection verification.

Balance

Details on dynamic balance limits for motors and the importance of balancing sheaves or couplings.

Maintenance

Lubrication - Frames L180 - L440

Information on the Positive Lubrication System (PLSP) and relubrication periods based on service conditions.

Lubrication Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for properly lubricating the motor bearings using a manual grease gun.

Repacking Bearings or Greasing New Bearings

Procedure for packing bearings when they are cleaned or replaced, ensuring proper grease distribution.

Bearings

Overview of bearing housing designs, common bearing types used, and causes of high bearing temperatures.

Lubrication - Frames 56, 140T and W180T

Details on 'life lubrication' for bearings in smaller frame motors, requiring no initial greasing.

Disassembly and Reassembly Instructions

Axial Float

Specifications for acceptable axial float of the motor shaft, including limits for different frame sizes.

Anti-Friction Bearing Assemblies

Description of how bearings are positioned and secured within the end brackets of the motor.

Bearing Replacement

Procedure for removing and installing bearings, including pre-heating new bearings for assembly.

Bracket Re-Assembly

Guidelines for ensuring proper alignment when reassembling end brackets to the motor frame.

Stub Shaft Removal Procedure - L180-L440

Detailed steps for safely removing a stub shaft from motor shafts using specialized tools.

Screw-in Stub Shaft

Procedure for removing a screw-in stub shaft by locking the motor shaft and turning counter-clockwise.

Replacement Bearings and Spare Parts

Additional Literature

Information on how to obtain further technical literature covering AC machines from Reliance Electric.

Parts Identification Drawing

Reliance Electric Total Service Capabilities

Field Services

Overview of technical services offered by Reliance Electric, including agreements, start-up, and breakdown services.

Renewal Parts

Information on Reliance Electric's Partservice™ network for obtaining necessary spare parts efficiently.

Motor and Equipment Repair Services

Description of Reliance Electric Service Centers' capabilities for repairing various types of motors and equipment.

Regional Service Centers