Preparing for use
3.2 Transportation and storage
Planetary gearboxes for servomotors
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3.2.2 Storage
Storage
The free shaft ends, sealing elements and flange surfaces of the geared motor must have a
protective coating.
Seizure damage to bearings
If the motors are stored incorrectly, bearing seizure damage can occur, e.g. brinelling, as a
result of vibration.
• Comply with the storage conditions.
Storage conditions
Please observe the warning instructions on the packaging and labels.
Store the geared motor in a dry, dust-free, and vibration-free indoor area.
Adhere to the following values:
• v
rms < 0.2 mm/s
• Max. temperatures: -15 °C to 55 °C
• Mean relative humidity < 75 %
Long-term storage
Note
In the case of storage in transit over 6
months, special arrangements must be made for
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If you store the geared motor for longer than six months, the storage room/area must satisfy
the following conditions:
• The motor must be protected against extreme weather conditions.
• The facility air must be free from aggressive gases.
• The room must be free of any vibration (v
rms < 0.2 mm/s)
• According to EN 60034-1, the temperature must be -15 °C to 55 °C.
• The relative humidity of the air must be less than 60%.