Safety information   
2.2 Safety and operating instructions 
  1FT7 synchronous motors 
10  Operating Instructions, 04/2010, 610.40075.40b 
2.2  Safety and operating instructions 
The safe use of electrical machines 
 
WARNING 
 
Rotating or live parts 
Rotating or live parts are dangerous.  
Fatal or severe injuries and substantial material damage can occur if the required covers 
are removed or if the machines are not handled, operated, or maintained properly. 
Covers must only be removed and the motor operated in accordance with the relevant 
regulations. The motor must be maintained on a regular basis. 
 
Qualified personnel 
These operating instructions only contain the information necessary for ensuring that the 
motor is operated by properly trained personnel in accordance with its intended purpose. 
Those responsible for plant safety must ensure the following: 
●  The basic planning work for the system and all work relating to transportation, assembly, 
installation, commissioning, maintenance and repairs is carried out by qualified personnel 
and checked by responsible, suitably skilled personnel. 
●  The operating instructions and the motor documentation are available at all times. 
●  The technical data and specifications relating to installation, connection, ambient and 
operating conditions are taken into account at all times. 
●  The system-specific installation and safety regulations are observed. 
●  Personal protective equipment is used. 
●  Unqualified persons must not work on or in the vicinity of these motors at any time. 
●  If the motors are used outside industrial areas, the installation site must be protected 
against unauthorized access by means of suitable protection facilities (e.g. safety fences 
and warning signs). 
 
 
 
Note 
Siemens Service Center 
You are advised to contact your nearest Siemens Service Center to request their services 
and support for maintenance activities.