4.2.2
Storage
The motors can be stored for up to two years in a dry, dust-free room that is not susceptible
to vibration (v
CAUTION
Seizure damage to bearings
If the motors are stored incorrectly, bearing seizure damage can occur (e.g. brinelling) as a
result of vibrations.
Storing indoors
● Apply a preservation agent (e.g. Tectyl) to bare, external components (e.g. shaft ends) if
● Store the motor in an area that fulfills the following requirements:
● Protect the motor against shocks and humidity.
● Make sure that motor is covered properly.
● Avoid contact corrosion. You are advised to rotate the end of the shaft manually every
Protection against humidity
If a dry storage area is not available, the following measures must be taken:
● Wrap the motor in humidity-absorbent material and then wrap it in film so that it is air
● Include several bags of desiccant in the seal-tight packaging. Check the desiccant and
● Place a humidity meter in the seal-tight packaging to indicate the level of air humidity
● Inspect the motor on a regular basis.
Synchronous Motors 1FK7
Operating Instructions, 03/2011, 610.40700.40c
< 0.2 mm/s) without the specified storage time being reduced.
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this has not already been carried out in the factory.
– Dry, dust-free, frost-free and vibration-free The relative air humidity should be less
than 60% and the temperature should not drop below -15 °C (to EN 60034-1).
– Well ventilated
– Offers protection against extreme weather conditions
– The air in the storage area must not contain any harmful gases.
three months.
tight.
replace as required.
inside it.
Preparing for use
4.2 Transport and storage
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