Siemens SIMOTICS FD 1LP1 Operating Instructions Manual page 36

Preparations for use
4.18 Transport
Danger due to damaged attachment points
● Carefully check the attachment points provided on the machine, e.g. attachment eyes, lifting
● Before using, carefully ensure that the attachment points are correctly attached.
Bearing damage caused by vibration
Depending on the version, the machine is fitted with a rotor shipping brace. Not using the rotor
shipping brace can cause damage to the bearings if it is jolted or subject to vibration during
transport or storage.
● Always transport the machine with the rotor shipping brace mounted.
● Remove the rotor shipping brace at the latest possible time, e.g. just before attaching the
● If the customer already has mounted parts, such as a coupling or belt pulley, the bearings
● Protect the motor against strong radial shocks and vibration when storing, as the rotor
● Do not remove the rotor shipping brace until the machine is in a vertical position.
● If a machine has to be transported in a horizontal position, the rotor must be fixed in position
Danger if the machine falls
The attachment points on the machine are designed for the weight of the machine only. If a
machine set is lifted and transported at a single machine, this can fracture the attachment point.
The machine or machine set may fall. This can result in death, serious injury or material
damage.
● Do not lift machine sets by attaching lifting tackle to the individual machines.
● Use only the equipment provided, e.g. the openings or lugs on the base plates, for
Danger when attachment points fracture
At low temperatures, the material of the attachment points can become brittle. When lifting and
transporting, the attachment points can shear off and the motor can fall.
This can result in death, serious injury, or material damage.
● Only lift the machine using the attachment points at temperatures that are not below -20 °C.
● Heat up the attachment points properly beforehand.
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lugs or ring bolts for possible damage. Replace any damaged attachment points.
output elements or just before installing in the plant or system.
can be damaged during transport. In this case, make sure that the customer uses a rotor
shipping brace.
shipping brace cannot completely absorb these forces.
before the machine is turned onto its side. Vertical machines can be supplied in the
horizontal position from the manufacturing plant.
transporting machine sets. Note the maximum capacity of the lifting lug.
SIMOTICS FD 1LP1
Operating Instructions 01/2019