Lubrication - Siemens 1FK7 Series Instructions Manual

7.1.2

Lubrication

The points "mounting position" and "venting" in must be complied with Chapter 4.1
"Transport, storage".
POLYGLYCOL based lubricant must not be mixed with mineral oil. The quantity
of lubricant to fill (quantity of oil) depends upon the position in which the gearbox
is mounted, and is stated on the type plate.
All used lubricants, cleansers, containers etc. must be disposed of according to
the legal regulations.
7.1.2.1 Motor with worm gear
Unless otherwise stated on the type plate, the gears are filled with high pressure gear oil.
The oil must be changed after about 5,000 operating hours, but after 2,000 operating
hours when used in damp rooms (this must be stipulated in the order!).
7.1.2.2 Motor with bevel wheel gear
Unless otherwise stated on the type plate, the gears are filled with high pressure gear oil.
Gears of sizes 1 to 4 have long-time lubrication, and do not require any maintenance if
used for the intended purpose.
Gears of sizes 5 to 10 need an oil change after 5, 000 operating hours, but after 2,000
operating hours when used in damp rooms (this must be stipulated in the order!).
7.1.2.3 Motor with flat gear
Unless otherwise stated on the type plate, the gears are filled with high pressure gear oil.
The gears have long-time lubrication, and do not require any maintenance if used for the
intended purpose.
7.1.2.4 Motor with circular gear
Unless otherwise stated on the type plate, the gears are filled with high pressure gear oil.
Gears of sizes 0 to 5 have long-time lubrication, and do not require any maintenance if
the drive is used for the intended purpose.
Gears of sizes 6 to 10 need an oil change after 5, 000 operating hours, but after 2,000
operating hours when used in damp rooms (this must be stipulated in the order!).
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