Drain Plug; Start Up - Siemens SIMOTICS SD 1LE8 Series Installation And Maintenance Manual

4.6 Condensation drain plug
Based on the motor's construction and mounting type, please consider to select the drainage hole option (option
code H03).
Drainage hole is on motor's frame, and it is closed by a plastic plug when delivered.

5.0 START UP

Preliminary Inspection
Before applying power to the motor for the first time, it is recommended to check:
1) All retaining bolts are tightened including transmission coupling and alignment
2) Motor cooling fan unobstructed
3) Bearings are adequately regreased
4) Main supply voltage and connection method is according to rating plate.
Operation of DOL, Soft start, and VSD are set according to parameters on rating plate.
5) Proper connection of earthing (grounding)
6) Connections of sensors' and heaters' terminals, if have.
After motor is powered on, check motor's rotation direction and air flow. Check whether the
current, vibration, and noise is normal.
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