Mounting
4.3 Mounting instructions
Planetary gearboxes for servomotors
38 Operating Instructions, 09/2020, A5E50494253B AA
4.3 Mounting instructions
4.3.1 Installation instructions for geared motors
Note
Observe the technical data on the rating plate attached to the gearbox housing and the
motor
• Observe the data on the rating plate, as well as the warning and information plates on the
motor.
• Check the permissible ambient conditions (e.g. temperature, installation altitude) at the
installation location.
Their use is prohibited in hazardous zones.
• Thoroughly clean the shaft extension of corrosion protection. Use commercially available
solvents.
• Ensure sufficient dissipation of heat. Information on this topic can be found in the
Operating Instructions of the motor.
• If the motor is installed vertically with the end of the shaft facing up, ensure that no liquid
can enter the upper bearing.
• Ensure that the flange is in even contact with the mounting surface.
• Do not use cylinder head screws.
• When tightening the fastening bolts avoid any uneven stressing.
• Observe the tightening torques of the fastening bolts. See table "Tightening torques for
fastening bolts".