8.1
• ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
Å Keep the gear
unit
at
its
maximum
efficiency
by
following
the
routine maintenance schedule.
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Good maintenance
ensures
the
unit's
maximum
performance, extended service life and
conti-
nued
compliance
with
safety
regulations.
(A3)
Frequency
Component
Type
of
check
Action
Check that the external Stop the machine and contact
at start
Gear unit casing
temperature does not exceed Bonfiglioli Trasmital's Technical
75-80 °C
Service
Original consignment
Replace Replace with new lubricant
lubricant
atter 200 hrs
1000 hrs
2500 hrs
5000 hrs
32
External fasteners Check locking torque
Tighten down to specified
torque
External seals and Check oil level
Service or replace components
gaskets Check for leaks by eye
as
required
Lubricant
Replace Replace with new lubricant
Gear unit seals and lnspect carefully for wear/age-
Replace
if
aged/worn
gaskets ing of external seals
For
installations
in zones
21
and
22
the
User
must
schedule
and
implement
a
regular
clea-
ning
programme
for
all
surfaces
and
recesses
to
avoid
dust
build-ups
of
more
than
5
mm
in
depth.
Every 1000 hrs.
of
operation
or
after
6 months:
• Measure the surface temperature at the coupling between the gear unit and motor, and at the
points which are most shielded from the motor's cooling fan. The maximum temperature must
not be more than 75-80°C, nor may this value be exceeded during operation.
Every 5000 hrs.
of
operation:
• Change the synthetic oil and bearing grease
if
the gear unit is not life lubricated.
• Replace all externally accessible seal rings unless this has already been done as a result of
problems occurring befare the scheduled maintenance deadline.
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Trasmital