General Information For Commissioning; Checking The Oil Level Prior To Commissioning - Siemens SINAMICS G115D Operating Instructions Manual

Additional information on the SIMOGEAR geared motor
11.3 Specific data gearbox
11.3.19

General information for commissioning

Unintentional starting of the drive unit
Secure the drive unit to prevent it from being started up unintentionally.
Attach a warning notice to the start switch.
Risk of slipping on oil
Remove any oil spillage immediately with an oil-binding agent in compliance with
environmental requirements.
Checking the pressure breather valve
Check that the breather valve is activated.
If the breather valve has a transport fixture, it must be removed before commissioning.
Figure 11-29 Pressure breather valve with securing clip
Remove the transport fixture by pulling the securing clip ① in the direction of the arrow.
11.3.20

Checking the oil level prior to commissioning

Check the oil level before commissioning. Correct the oil quantity when required.
Siemens AG recommends a complete oil change after a storage time longer than 24 months:
• For gearboxes with long-term preservation.
• For gearboxes supplied completely filled with oil.
Please observe Checking and changing lubricants (Page 469).
Gearbox in special mounting position
The gearbox is intended for a specific rotation angle and is delivered with the correct quantity
of oil for this purpose.
It is not possible to check the oil level. You will find information regarding oil quantity and
type of oil on the rating plate.
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Operating Instructions, 12/2020, FW V4.7 SP13, A5E48681219B-002
SINAMICS G115D distributed drive