Wittenstein Alpha VDT+ Series - 3 Safety; Intended Use; Improper Use; Safety Instructions

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Release: 30.04.2019 2022 D005924 Index: 11
3 Safety
3.1 Intended Use
The gearbox is designed for use in machines and terotechnology. Please refer to our
catalogue or our Internet page for the maximum permitted torques and speeds:
www.wittenstein-alpha.de/en.
 Please consult our Customer Service Department (see 1.1) if your gearbox is older
than a year. In this way you receive valid data.
3.2 Improper Use
Every usage which exceeds the limits stated above (especially higher torques and speeds) is
not compliant with the regulations, and is thus prohibited.
The operation of the gear reducer is prohibited if:
• it was not mounted according to regulations (e.g., securing the motor),
• it was not installed according to regulations (e.g., securing screws),
• the gear reducer is very soiled,
• it is operated without lubricant.
3.3 Safety Instructions
The following symbols are used in this operating manual to warn you of hazards:
DANGER!
This symbol warns you of danger of injury to yourself and others.
Attention
This symbol warns you of the risk of damage to the gear reducer.
Environment
This symbol warns of environmental pollution risk.
In addition to the safety specifications mentioned in this operating manual, the general and
also the local regulations on the prevention of accidents (for instance, personal safety
equipment) and on environmental protection should be observed.
3.3.1 General Safety Instructions
Working on the gearbox
DANGER!
Inappropriately executed work can lead to injury and damage.
 Make sure that the gearbox is only installed, maintained, and dismantled by trained
technicians.
DANGER!
Foreign bodies spinning through the air can cause grave injury.
 Before putting the gearbox into operation, check that there are no foreign bodies or tools
near the gearbox.
Operation
DANGER!
Touching hot surfaces can lead to burns.
 Do not touch the gearboxes if their operating temperatures are too high, or use suitable
safety equipment (e.g. gloves).
DANGER!
A damaged gearbox can cause accidents and injury.
 Never use a gearbox that has been overloaded to due misuse or a machine accident
(see chapter 3.2 „Improper Use“).
 Replace the affected gearbox, even if no external damage is visible.