Storing outdoors
For outdoor storage, the following additional conditions must be satisfied:
● The ground must be sufficiently strong. Prevent the motor from sinking into the ground.
● Covers or tarpaulins used to protect the equipment against the weather must not make
contact with the surfaces of the equipment. Otherwise air circulation under the stored items
will be prevented.
Protection against humidity
If a dry storage space is not available, protect the machine as follows against humidity:
● Wrap the machine in humidity-absorbent material.
● Wrap the machine in plastic film:
– Place a humidity meter inside the plastic film.
– Place desiccant within the plastic film.
– Pack the machine air-tight.
● Inspect the machine regularly.
NOTICE
Damage to the roller bearings
If storage conditions are inappropriate there is a risk of bearing seizure damage. This can
result in material damage, such as damage to bearings caused by vibration.
On machines that have been supplied with a rotor shipping brace, secure the rotor as per the
notes on transportation (Page 32). Protect the machine against strong radial vibrations, since
the rotor shipping brace might not absorb these completely.
NOTICE
Bearing damage
If the customer has already mounted parts, for example coupling, belt pulley, etc., the bearing
can be damaged during transport.
In this case, make sure that the customer uses a rotor locking device.
Long-term storage
If you are storing a machine for more than six months, you must check its condition every six
months. Store the machine in accordance with the specifications in Section "Storage
(Page 34)", and if possible, packed.
● Check the motor for damage.
● Carry out any necessary maintenance work.
Preparations for use
4.12 Transport and storage
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