About this manual /LPK /LPBK About this manual These instructions contain necessary information for the safe operation of the right-angle gearhead /LPK /LPBK , referred to as gearhead in the following. If this manual is supplied with an amendment (e.g. for special applications), then the information in the amendment is valid.
/LPK /LPBK Safety Design of the safety instructions The safety instructions of these instructions are designed according to the following pattern: A = Safety symbol (see Chapter 1.2 "Safety symbols") B = Signal word (see Chapter 1.1 "Signal words") C = Type and consequence of the danger D = Prevention of the danger Information symbols The following information symbols are used:...
Co-riding the gearhead on the drive axle is prohibited. Exceptions require a written approval and technical statement from WITTENSTEIN alpha GmbH. Guarantee and liability Guarantee and liability claims are excluded for personal injury and material damage in case of...
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/LPK /LPBK Safety Rotating components on the gearhead can pull in parts of the body and cause serious injuries and even death. Keep a sufficient distance to rotating machinery while the gearhead is running. Secure the machine against restarting and unintentional movements ...
, TP , TP HIGH TORQUE or consulting with WITTENSTEIN alpha GmbH . The motor centering is realized via the held receptacle for tabs, and not via the adapter plate. Radial clamping of the motor is avoided. An adaptation to various motors is realized via an adapter plate and a bushing.
Scope of delivery Check the completeness of the delivery against the delivery note. Immediately notify the carrier, the insurance company, or WITTENSTEIN alpha GmbH in writing of any missing parts or damage. Packaging The gearhead is delivered packed in foil and cardboard boxes.
Operation without an adapter plate might lead to damage. Only install your own adapter plate or replace an adapter plate according to the specifications of WITTENSTEIN alpha GmbH. Our Customer Service department will provide you with disassembly instructions for this purpose.
Assembly /LPK /LPBK Clean / Degrease the following components with a clean and lint-free cloth and grease- dissolving, non-aggressive detergent: - All fitting surfaces to neighboring components - Centering - The motor shaft - The inside diameter of the clamping hub - The bushing inside and out Dry all fitting surfaces to neighboring components in order to achieve the proper friction values ...
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/LPK /LPBK Assembly If necessary, a spacer (M) should be placed between gearhead and machine to fine-tune the gearhead position. Such a spacer is not part of the drive's scope of delivery and needs to be provided by the customer. Thoroughly clean the output flange, centering, fitting surface, spacer and toothed belt pulley.
Assembly /LPK /LPBK Mounting the motor on the gearhead Observe the specifications and safety instructions of the motor manufacturer. Observe the safety and processing instructions for the threadlocker to be used. Insert the bushing (J) into the clamping hub (C). Align the bushing ...
/LPK /LPBK Assembly Tighten the threaded pin (H) of the clamping hub (C). For screw sizes and prescribed tightening torques, see Chapter 9.1 "Specifications for mounting onto a motor", Table "Tbl-14". Press the enclosed stopper plugs up to their stop into the mounting bores of the ...
Assembly /LPK /LPBK 5.4.1 Mountings on the output flange (LPBK only) Observe the safety and processing instructions of the cleaning agents and threadlocker to be used. Only the LPBK version features an output flange on which a toothed belt pulley (O) can be mounted with bolts. Thoroughly clean the output flange, centering, fitting ...
/LPK /LPBK Startup and operation Mounting the gearhead to a machine (LK /LPK only) Observe the safety and processing instructions for the threadlocker to be used. ® Apply threadlocker (e.g., Loctite 243) to the fastening screws. Fasten the gearhead to the machine with the ...
Maintenance and disposal /LPK /LPBK Maintenance and disposal Read the general safety instructions before beginning work (see Chapter 2.7 "General safety instructions"). Maintenance work 7.1.1 Visual inspection Check the entire gearhead for exterior damage. The sealings are subject to wear. Therefore also check the gearhead for leakage during each ...
/LPK /LPBK Malfunctions Notes on the lubricant used All gearheads are lubricated for their service life by the manufacturer with a mineral oil-based lithium soap grease or with a food-safe synthetic grease (carbon hydride oil, aluminum complex soap) (see identification plate). All bearings are permanently lubricated by the company.
Appendix /LPK /LPBK Appendix Specifications for mounting onto a motor Designation Clamping hub Threaded pin Bushing Keyed motor shaft Smooth motor shaft Tbl-13: Arrangement of motor shaft, clamping hub, and bushing Gearhead size Clamping hub Width across flats, Tightening Max. axial internal Ø...
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