Additional information on the SIMOGEAR geared
motor
11.1
General information geared motor
11.1.1
Copyright
The copyright to these operating instructions is held by Siemens AG.
These operating instructions must not be wholly or partly reproduced for competitive
purposes, used in any unauthorized way or made available to third parties without
agreement of Siemens AG.
11.1.2
Obligations of the user
The company operating the unit must ensure that all persons assigned to work on the geared
motor have read and understood these operating instructions and that they comply with
them in all points in order to:
• Eliminate the risk to life and limb of users and others
• Ensure the operational safety of the geared motor.
• Avoid disruptions and environmental damage through incorrect use.
Comply with the following safety instructions:
Shut down the geared motors and disconnect the power before you carry out any work on
them.
Make sure that the drive unit cannot be turned on accidentally, e.g. lock the key-operated
switch. Place a warning notice at the drive connection point which clearly indicates that work
is in progress on the geared motor.
Carry out all work with great care and with due regard to "safety".
For all work, carefully comply with the relevant regulations for work safety and
environmental protection.
Comply with the instructions on the rating plates attached to the geared motor. The rating
plates must be kept free from paint and dirt at all times. Replace any missing rating plates.
In the event of changes during operation, switch off the drive unit immediately.
Take appropriate protective measures to prevent accidental contact with rotating drive parts,
such as couplings, gear wheels or belt drives.
Take appropriate protective measures to prevent accidental contact with parts and
equipment that heat up to over +70 °C during operation.
When removing protective equipment, keep fasteners in a safe place. Re-attach removed
protective equipment before commissioning.
SINAMICS G115D distributed drive
Operating Instructions, 09/2020, FW V4.7 SP13, A5E48681219B
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