Contents Contents General Information .................... 6 How to use this documentation..............6 Structure of the safety notes ............... 6 Rights to claim under warranty ..............7 Exclusion of liability..................7 Copyright..................... 7 Product names and trademarks..............7 Safety Notes ......................8 Preliminary information ................
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Contents Startup........................ 73 Checking the oil level ................74 Measuring the surface and oil temperature ..........75 Pseudo-leakage at shaft seals..............76 ® Helical-worm and SPIROPLAN W gear units ......... 76 Helical/parallel shaft helical/helical-bevel gear units ......... 77 Gear units with backstop................77 Speed monitoring..................
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Contents Declarations of Conformity ................145 11.1 Gear units in category 2G and 2D with AM / AQA / AL / AD / AR adapter.. 145 11.2 Gear units in category 3G and 3D with AR adapter....... 146 Address List ....................148 Index.........................
If you are unclear about any of the information in this documentation, or if you require further information, contact SEW-EURODRIVE. Structure of the safety notes 1.2.1...
Explosion-proof gear unit series R..7, F..7, K..7, S..7, SPIROPLAN units and to achieve the specified product characteristics and performance require- ments. SEW-EURODRIVE assumes no liability for injury to persons or damage to equip- ment or property resulting from non-observance of the documentation. In such cases, any liability for defects is excluded.
Safety Notes Preliminary information Safety Notes The following basic safety notes must be read carefully to prevent injury to persons and damage to property. The operator must ensure that the basic safety notes are read and adhered to. Make sure that persons responsible for the system and its operation, as well as persons who work independently on the unit, have read through the operating instruc- tions carefully and understood them.
Designated use The gear units are intended for industrial systems and may only be used in accordance with the information provided in SEW-EURODRIVE's technical documentation and the information given on the nameplate. They meet the requirements set forth in Directive 94/9/EC and comply with the applicable standards and regulations.
Switch off the gearmotor if in doubt whenever changes occur in relation to normal oper- ation (e.g. increased temperature, noise, vibration). Determine the cause and contact SEW-EURODRIVE, if required. Inspection/maintenance Observe the notes in chapter "Inspection/Maintenance" (page 84).
Does the mounting position on the gear unit nameplate correspond to the indicated mounting position? 5.3 and 8.1 Important: The mounting position may only be changed after consultation with SEW-EURODRIVE. ATEX approval will become void without prior consultation. Does the oil level for the mounting position on the gear unit nameplate correspond to the indicated oil fill...
Measure the surface temperature after three hours of operation. Do not exceed a temperature difference of 70 K compared to the ambient temperature. If the value is > 70 K, stop the drive immediately and contact SEW-EURODRIVE! Measure the oil temperature. Add 10 K to the measured value. Determine lubricant change interval using this value.
Gear Unit Structure Basic design of helical gear units Gear Unit Structure INFORMATION The following figures are block diagrams. They help you to assign components to the spare parts list. Discrepancies may occur depending on the gear unit size and version. Basic design of helical gear units [59] [20]...
EAC marking On requests, the explosion-proof gear units from SEW-EURODRIVE meet the require- ments of the technical regulations of the Eurasian Economic customs union (Russia, Kazakhstan, Belarus, and Armenia). The EAC marking on the product certifies the conformity with the safety requirement of the Customs Union.
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Gear Unit Structure Nameplate and type designation 4.7.2 Type designation NOTE ON EXPLOSION PROTECTION For a detailed overview of type designations and additional information, refer to the fol- lowing publications: • "Explosion-Proof Gearmotors" catalog • "Explosion-Proof AC Motors" catalog Example: Helical gear unit, category RF 47 /II2GD...
In this case, the lubrication of the gear unit is not guaranteed. This could cause excessive temperature on the surface. Please contact SEW-EURODRIVE if there are oil residues on the gear unit. Check that the following conditions have been met: •...
Mechanical Installation Installing the gear unit Installing the gear unit NOTICE Improper assembly may result in damages to the gear unit/gearmotor. Possible damage to property • Do closely observe the notes in this chapter. • Work on the gear unit only when the machine is not in use. Secure the drive unit against unintentional power-up.
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Mechanical Installation Installing the gear unit NOTE ON EXPLOSION PROTECTION • Processes that cause strong electrical charge due to fast moving particles on the coating must be excluded. • Prior to startup, check that the oil level is as specified for the mounting position! See chapter "Lubricants"...
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Mechanical Installation Installing the gear unit 5.3.1 Tightening torques for retaining screws Mount the gearmotors with the following tightening torques: Tightening torque screw / nut Screw/nut Strength class 8.8 [Nm] 1450 2500 4600 6950 11100 Mount the specified gearmotors in flange-mounted design with the following increased tightening torques: Tightening torque screw / nut Screw/nut...
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Mechanical Installation Installing the gear unit 5.3.2 Gear unit mounting INFORMATION ® For gear units in foot/flange-mounted design in connection with VARIBLOC variable- speed gear units, use quality 10.9 and suitable washers for connecting the customer flange. To improve the friction contact between flange and mounting surface, SEW- EURODRIVE recommends anaerobic gaskets or an anaerobic glue.
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Mechanical Installation Installing the gear unit Gear unit with B5 The following table shows the thread sizes of the gear units with B5 flange depending flange on the gear unit type, size and flange diameter: Gear unit type Ø flange Screw RF / FF /...
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Oil seals • Breather valve • Screw plugs The user is responsible for safe handling during the service life including eco-friendly disposal. SEW-EURODRIVE is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling. Assembly and Operating Instructions – Explosion-Proof Gear Units...
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• SPIROPLAN W37 and W47 gear units in mounting positions M1, M2, M3, M5, M6 SEW-EURODRIVE supplies all other gear units with the breather valve installed and ac- tivated according to the particular mounting position. Exceptions: 1. SEW supplies the following gear units with a screw plug on the vent hole provided: –...
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Mechanical Installation Installing the gear unit Activating the Check whether the breather valve is activated. If the breather valve has not been acti- breather valve vated, you must remove the transport fixture from the breather valve before starting up the gear unit! 1.
Mechanical Installation Gear unit with solid shaft 5.3.6 Painting the gear unit NOTICE Breather valves and oil seals may be damaged during painting or re-painting. Potential damage to property. • Thoroughly cover the breather valves and the sealing lip of the oil seals with strips prior to painting.
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Mechanical Installation Gear unit with solid shaft 5.4.2 Assembling input and output elements CAUTION Bearing, hosing or shaft may be damaged due to improper assembly. Possible damage to property • Only assemble the input and output components with a mounting device. Use the center bore and the thread on the shaft end for positioning.
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Mechanical Installation Gear unit with solid shaft Avoiding excessive Avoid high overhung loads by: Installing the gear or chain sprocket according to figure overhung loads B if possible. 211364235 [1] Hub [A] unfavorable [B] correct INFORMATION Mounting is easier if you first apply lubricant to the output element or heat it up briefly (to 80 - 100 °C).
The maximum surface temperature of category II2D units is 120 °C or 140 °C depending on the speed, gear ratio, and mounting position. Lower surface temperature limits are only permitted after consultation with SEW-EURODRIVE and must be indicated on the nameplate. The system operator must guarantee that a possible accumulation of dust will not exceed a maximum thickness of 5 mm, in accordance with EN 50281-1-2.
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Observe the output torque and the permitted overhung loads. 5.5.7 Special designs Special designs (e.g. modified output shaft) may only be operated in potentially explo- sive atmospheres after prior approval by SEW-EURODRIVE. Assembly and Operating Instructions – Explosion-Proof Gear Units...
Mechanical Installation Torque arms for shaft-mounted gear units Torque arms for shaft-mounted gear units CAUTION Improper assembling may result in damages to the gear unit. Possible damage to property • Do not place torque arms under strain during installation. • Use bolts of quality 8.8 to fasten torque arms.
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Mechanical Installation Torque arms for shaft-mounted gear units 5.6.2 Helical-bevel gear units The following figure shows the toque arm for helical-bevel gear units. • Bushing [1] with bearings on both ends. • Install connection end B as a mirror image of A. 211362059 Gear unit bolts...
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Mechanical Installation Torque arms for shaft-mounted gear units ® 5.6.4 SPIROPLAN W gear units ® The following figure shows the toque arm for SPIROPLAN W gear units. • Bushing [1] with bearings on both ends. 211489547 Gear unit Screws Tightening torque Nm WA10 4 x M6 ×...
Mechanical Installation Shaft-mounted gear units with keyway or splined hollow shaft Shaft-mounted gear units with keyway or splined hollow shaft INFORMATION Concerning the configuration of the customer shaft, please also refer to the design notes in the Gearmotors catalog! 5.7.1 Installation notes ®...
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Mechanical Installation Shaft-mounted gear units with keyway or splined hollow shaft 2B: Installation with SEW-EURODRIVE installation and removal kit (page 44) – Customer shaft with contact shoulder 211520523 [1] Retaining screw [2] Lock washer [3] Washer [4] Retaining ring [5] Customer shaft with contact shoulder 2C: Installation with SEW-EURODRIVE installation and removal kit (page 44) –...
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Mechanical Installation Shaft-mounted gear units with keyway or splined hollow shaft 3. Tighten the retaining screw to the appropriate torque (see table). 211524875 Screw Tightening torque [Nm] M10/12 INFORMATION To avoid contact corrosion, we recommend that the customer shaft should additionally be lathed down between the 2 contact surfaces.
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[4] Retaining ring [5] Spacer tube [6] Customer shaft 3. Insert the forcing disk [8] and the fixed nut [7] from the SEW-EURODRIVE installa- tion/removal kit between the customer shaft [6] and the retaining ring [4]. 4. Re-install the retaining ring [4].
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Mechanical Installation Shaft-mounted gear units with keyway or splined hollow shaft 5. Screw the retaining screw [1] back in. Now you can force the gear unit off the shaft by tightening the bolt. 211529227 [1] Retaining screw [4] Retaining ring [6] Customer shaft [7] Fixed nut [8] Forcing disk...
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Mechanical Installation Shaft-mounted gear units with keyway or splined hollow shaft 5.7.3 SEW installation and removal kit The SEW-EURODRIVE installation/removal kit can be ordered under the following part number. 211531403 [1] Retaining screw [7] Fixed nut for disassembly [8] Forcing disk -0.5...
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INFORMATION The SEW installation kit for attaching the customer shaft is a recommendation by SEW-EURODRIVE. You must always check whether this design can compensate the axial loads. In particular applications (e.g. mounting mixer shafts), a different design may have to be used to secure the shaft axially. In these cases, customers can use their own devices.
Mechanical Installation Shaft-mounted gear units with shrink disk Shaft-mounted gear units with shrink disk 5.8.1 Assembly notes NOTICE Tightening the screws without installed shaft may result in the hollow shaft being deformed. Possible damage to property • Only tighten the locking screws with the shaft installed. 1.
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Mechanical Installation Shaft-mounted gear units with shrink disk 3. Hollow shaft/input shaft after degreasing. 211537931 ® 4. Apply NOCO fluid to the input shaft in the area of the bushing. It is essential to make sure that the clamping area of the shrink disk is free from ®...
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Mechanical Installation Shaft-mounted gear units with shrink disk 5. Install the input shaft. – Make sure that the locking collars of the shrink disk are installed in parallel to each other. – For gear unit housings with shaft shoulder: Mount the shrink disk onto the stop on the shaft shoulder. –...
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Mechanical Installation Shaft-mounted gear units with shrink disk 5.8.2 Removal notes 1. Loosen the locking screws one after the other by a quarter rotation to avoid tilting the outer rings. 2. Unscrew the locking bolts evenly one after the other. Do not remove the locking screws completely.
Mechanical Installation ® Shaft-mounted gear units with TorqLOC ® Shaft-mounted gear units with TorqLOC 5.9.1 Installation notes for customer shaft without contact shoulder 1. Clean the customer shaft and the inside of the hollow shaft. Ensure that all traces of grease or oil are removed.
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Mechanical Installation ® Shaft-mounted gear units with TorqLOC 5. Push the gear unit onto the customer shaft. 9007199466677643 6. Preassemble the torque arm (do not tighten the screws). S.. / W.. 9007199466684171 7. Push the busing onto the gear unit up to the stop. 9007199466686347 Assembly and Operating Instructions –...
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Mechanical Installation ® Shaft-mounted gear units with TorqLOC 8. Secure the bushing with the stop ring. Tighten the split ring on the bushing using the appropriate torque as specified in the following table: 9007199466741899 Type Nickel-plated Stainless steel [Standard] KT / FT ST / WT Torque in Nm 57, 67...
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Mechanical Installation ® Shaft-mounted gear units with TorqLOC 10.Slide the counter bushing onto the customer shaft and into the hollow shaft until the shrink disk is properly seated. 9007199466746251 11.Tap lightly on the flange of the counter bushing to ensure that the socket is fitted securely in the hollow shaft.
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Mechanical Installation ® Shaft-mounted gear units with TorqLOC 13.Manually tighten the screws of the shrink disk and ensure that the outer rings of the shrink disk are parallel. 9007199466752779 14.Tighten the locking bolts by working round several times from one bolt to the next (not in diametrically opposite sequence).
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Mechanical Installation ® Shaft-mounted gear units with TorqLOC 17.Securely tighten the torque arm; observe chapter "Torque arm for shaft-mounted gear units" (page 36). 5129142283 Assembly and Operating Instructions – Explosion-Proof Gear Units...
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Mechanical Installation ® Shaft-mounted gear units with TorqLOC 5.9.2 Removal notes CAUTION Burns caused by hot surfaces. Severe injuries. • Let the units cool down before touching them. 1. Loosen the locking screws one after the other by a quarter rotation to avoid tilting the outer rings.
Mechanical Installation Installing the cover 5.9.3 Cleaning and lubrication There is no need to dismantle removed shrink disks before they are reinstalled. Clean and lubricate the shrink disk if it is dirty. Lubricate the tapered surfaces with one of the following solid lubricants: Lubricant (Mo S2) Sold as Molykote 321 (lube coat)
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Mechanical Installation Installing the cover 5.10.2 Installation without cover In certain individual cases (e.g. through-shaft), you cannot install the cover. In such cases, the cover is not necessary if the system or unit manufacturer provides corre- sponding components to guarantee for the compliance with the required degree of pro- tection to EN DIN 13463-1.
Mechanical Installation Coupling of AM adapter 5.11 Coupling of AM adapter INFORMATION You must not use distance bushings as an assembly tool! 5.11.1 IEC adapter AM63 - 280 / NEMA adapter AM56 - 365 9007199466840971 Motor shaft [479] Coupling half [481] Setscrew [484] Key [491] Spacer tube...
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Mechanical Installation Coupling of AM adapter 5. Check the dimension A. 6. Seal the contact surfaces between the adapter and motor using a suitable sealing compound. 7. Mount the motor on the adapter. Ensure that the coupling claws of the adapter shaft are engaged in the plastic cam ring.
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Mechanical Installation Coupling of AM adapter Permitted loads NOTICE Impermissibly high loads may occur when mounting a motor. Potential damage to property • The load data specified in the following table are not to be exceeded. 18513419 Gear unit series R..7, F..7, K..7, and S..7: Adapter type NEMA [mm]...
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Mechanical Installation Coupling of AM adapter AM adapter with Check the direction of rotation of the drive prior to assembly or startup. Inform the SEW- AM../RS backstop EURODRIVE service in the case of incorrect direction of rotation. The backstop is maintenance-free in operation, and does not require any further main- tenance work.
Mechanical Installation Coupling of AQ adapter 5.12 Coupling of AQ adapter NOTE ON EXPLOSION PROTECTION You must not use distance bushings as an assembly tool! 5.12.1 AQA80 - 190 adapter / AQH80 - 190 adapter 212114955 1 Motor shaft 2 Grub screw 3 screws AQA = With keyway AQH = Without keyway...
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Mechanical Installation Coupling of AQ adapter 4. Type AQH: Tighten the screws evenly in diametrically opposite sequence, working round several times. Make sure that all the screws are tightened with the tightening torque T according to the following table. Type AQA: Secure the coupling halves using the setscrew (see table). 5.
Mechanical Installation Adapter with a torque limiting coupling AR 5.13 Adapter with a torque limiting coupling AR [1] Trigger cams [4] Friction lining [7] Friction hub [2] Encoder [5] Cup spring [8] Speed monitor [3] Driving disk [6] Slotted nut Drives with a torque limiting coupling consist of a standard gear unit and motor/variable speed geared motor with an adapter installed between them.
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Mechanical Installation Adapter with a torque limiting coupling AR 5.13.2 Assembly Encoder installa- 1. Remove the fan guard from the driving motor tion 2. Slowly turn the motor and adapter shaft end until you can see a cam (= head of the pan head screw) in the tapped hole.
Mechanical Installation AD input shaft assembly Connecting moni- toring devices NOTE ON EXPLOSION PROTECTION Do not route the supply cables in multicore cables to avoid interference from parasitic voltages. Maximum line lengths 500 m with core cross section 1.5 mm .
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Mechanical Installation AD input shaft assembly 5.14.1 AD../P – cover with motor mounting platform Mounting the motor and adjusting the motor mounting platform. 212119307 [1] Motor mounting platform [2] Stud bolt (only AD6/P / AD7/P) [3] Support (only AD6/P / AD7/P) [4] Nut [5] Threaded column 1.
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Mechanical Installation AD input shaft assembly 5.14.2 Only AD6/P and AD7/P Unscrew the nuts on the stud bolts before adjustment to allow the stud bolts to move axially in the support without restriction. Do not tighten the nuts until the final adjustment position has been reached.
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Mechanical Installation AD input shaft assembly ® 4. Clean the threads of the new bolts and apply a bolt locking compound (e.g. Loctite 243) to the first few threads. 5. Attach the application to the centering shoulder and tighten the retaining screws with the specified tightening torque T (see table).
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Mechanical Installation AD input shaft assembly Permitted loads NOTICE Impermissibly high loads may occur when mounting a motor. Potential damage to property • The load data specified in the following table are not to be exceeded. The following figure shows the permitted force application points for the permitted max- imum weights: 212123659 Motor's center of gravity...
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Mechanical Installation AD input shaft assembly 5.14.4 AD../RS – cover with backstop Check the direction of rotation of the drive prior to assembly or startup. Inform the SEW- EURODRIVE service in the case of incorrect direction of rotation. The backstop is maintenance-free in operation, and does not require any further main- tenance work.
Startup Startup NOTICE Improper startup may result in damage to the gear unit. Possible damage to property. • Note the following: • Before startup, check that the oil level is correct. Refer to the unit's nameplate for lu- bricant fill quantities. •...
Startup Checking the oil level Checking the oil level NOTICE Damage to the gear unit due to oil leaking from the oil sight glass. Possible damage to the unit. • Attach a suitable protective device to exclude damage to the oil sight glass as a result from shock or blows.
Startup Measuring the surface and oil temperature Measuring the surface and oil temperature INFORMATION The nameplate data on maximum surface temperature is based on measurements at standard ambient conditions and installation altitudes. Even slight changes of these conditions (such as limited installation space) can have a tremendous impact on the temperature.
Startup Pseudo-leakage at shaft seals Pseudo-leakage at shaft seals Due to their operating principle, seals between moving surfaces at shaft passages can- not be completely tight, as a lubricant film must form during operation. The lubricant film between shaft and sealing lip keeps the development of heat and wear on the sealing system to a minimum and ensures the intended service life.
Startup Helical/parallel shaft helical/helical-bevel gear units Helical/parallel shaft helical/helical-bevel gear units 6.5.1 Stand-alone gear units For gear units with an adapter, or input shaft assembly, you must ensure that the data specified on the nameplate are not exceeded. It is essential that the gear unit is not over- loaded.
Startup Speed monitoring Speed monitoring 6.7.1 WEX option standard design The standard version of the explosion-proof AR adapter features an M12x1 thread for mounting a voltage encoder in the motor flange of the adapter. Speed monitor and volt- age encoder are included in the scope of delivery. 6.7.2 Manufacturer's data Speed monitor in WEX design:...
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Startup Installation and adjustment of the WEX speed monitor 6.8.1 Installation and adjustment of the WEXA/WEX speed monitor Relay 2 can be used for creating a warning signal or for machine control (terminal as- signment 16-18). The wiring diagram below shows possible wiring of the speed monitor. +24V Arret DC 20-90V...
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Startup Installation and adjustment of the WEX speed monitor The following figure shows the front of the speed monitor: 18702219 LED in CHK 1 (yel- Input pulses (flashing yellow in sync), low/red): input malfunction (flashing red), and unit malfunction (continuously red) LED PWR (green): Voltage LED OUT 1 (yellow):...
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Startup Installation and adjustment of the WEX speed monitor 6.8.2 Installation and adjustment of other speed monitors If other speed monitors are used, they must feature an intrinsically safe sensor input (identification color: blue) for evaluation of sensors according to DIN 19234 (NAMUR) and be approved for use of this sensor in potentially explosive atmospheres.
Startup Installation of the voltage encoder Installation of the voltage encoder The following figure illustrates the installation of the voltage encoder and the setting of the switching interval x. 18712331 [1] Adapter flange bearing cover [3] Lock nut [2] Screw head [5] Voltage encoder 1.
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Startup Installation of the voltage encoder 6.9.1 Changing switching interval x If no circuit state change occurs at the voltage encoder (LED display) with rotating shaft of the adapter shaft operating with switching interval x = 1 mm, the switching interval can be changed as follows: 1.
Inspection/Maintenance Preliminary work regarding gear unit inspection/maintenance Inspection/Maintenance The following gear units are lubricated for life: • Helical gear units R07, R17, R27 • Parallel shaft helical gear unit F27 ® • SPIROPLAN gear unit Depending on external factors, the surface/corrosion protection might have to be re- paired or renewed.
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Oil seals • Breather valve • Screw plugs The user is responsible for safe handling during the service life including eco-friendly disposal. SEW-EURODRIVE is not responsible for damage caused by improper handling. Assembly and Operating Instructions – Explosion-Proof Gear Units...
Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance intervals Inspection/maintenance intervals The following table lists the inspection and maintenance intervals: Time interval What to do? • Every 3 000 operating hours, at least every 6 • Check running noise for possible bearing months damage • Visually check the seals for leakage. Check oil and oil level in case you suspect any leak- ages •...
Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the AL / AM / AQ. / EWH adapter Inspection/maintenance for the AL / AM / AQ. / EWH adapter The following table lists the obligatory intervals and the corresponding measures: Time interval What to do? • Every 3 000 hours of operation, at least every 6 •...
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Inspection/Maintenance AR adapter The following figure shows the rough torque adjustment AR71-115 AR132-195 [1] Marking [4] Markings (driving disk) [2] Lock washer (cam) [5] Slotted nut [3] Slotted nut WARNING Risk of crushing if the drive starts up unintentionally. Severe or fatal injuries. •...
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Inspection/Maintenance AR adapter Rough adjustment without torque wrench • Use the hook spanner to set the torque limiting coupling • Slip torque according to value Z" (see the following table), calculated from the marking with AR 71–115: = Number of cams of the lock washer with AR 132–195: = Number of slots in the slotted round nut 13.Secure the slotted round nut with the lock washer/clamping screw 14.Re-assemble the drive in reverse order.
Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the AD input shaft assembly 7.5.3 Replacing the encoder of the adapter WARNING Risk of crushing if the drive starts up unintentionally. Severe or fatal injuries. • Disconnect the gearmotor from the power supply before starting work and protect it against unintentional re-start.
Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit 7.7.1 Checking the oil level and changing the oil The procedure when checking the oil level and changing the oil depends on the following factors: • Gear unit type •...
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S../R.. in mounting position M3 have require a higher oil level for sufficient lubrication. This is why the provided oil level plugs must not be used. Contact SEW-EURODRIVE! Proceed as follows to check the oil level of the gear unit: •...
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit Ø oil level bore Minimum fill level = x [mm] = Check mark on oil dipstick M10 x 1 M12 x 1.5 M22 x 1.5 M33 x 2 M42 x 2 The correct minimum fill level according to the table (value "x") corresponds to the marks on the oil dipstick (see following figure).
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit Checking the oil Proceed as follows to check the oil of the gear unit: via the oil drain 1. Observe the notes in section "Preliminary work regarding gear unit inspection/main- plug tenance" (page 84). 2.
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit ® 7.7.3 B: Helical, parallel shaft helical, SPIROPLAN gear units without oil level plug with cover plate Checking the oil For gear units without oil level bore, the oil level is checked via the cover plate opening. level via the cover Proceed as follows: plate...
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit 4. Determine the vertical distance "x" between oil level and sealing surface of the gear unit housing (see following figure). 90° 18646283 5. Compare the determined value "x" to the max. distance between oil level and sealing surface of the gear unit housing specified in the following table.
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit 6. Close the gear unit after the oil level check: • Re-attach the seal of the cover plate. Make sure that the sealing surfaces are clean and dry. • Screw on the cover plate. Tighten the cover screws with the rated tightening torque according to the following table from the inside to the outside in the order illustrated in the figure.
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit Checking the oil Proceed as follows to check the oil of the gear unit: via the cover plate 1. Observe the notes in section "Preliminary work regarding gear unit inspection/main- tenance" (page 84). 2. Open the cover plate of the gear unit according to section "Checking the oil via the cover plate"...
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit 7.7.4 C: S37 helical-worm gear units without oil level plug and cover plate Checking the oil The S37 gear unit is not equipped with an oil level plug or a cover plate. This is why the level via the screw oil level is checked via the control bore.
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit 5. Determine the size of the section "x" of the dipstick covered with lubricant using a cal- iper (see following figure). 18661771 6. Compare the determined value "x" to the min. value depending on the mounting po- sition specified in the following table.
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit Checking the oil 1. Observe the notes in section "Preliminary work regarding gear unit inspection/main- via the screw plug tenance" (page 84). 2. Open the cover plate of the gear unit according to section "Checking the oil via the screw plug"...
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit ® 7.7.5 D: SPIROPLAN W37/W47 in mounting positions M1, M2, M3, M5, M6 with oil level plug Checking the oil Proceed as follows to check the oil level of the gear unit: level via the oil 1.
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit Minimum fill level (min.): Maximum fill level (max.) less the value "x" depending on diameter (Ø) of oil level bore 3 (see following table). Ø oil level bore Minimum fill level = x [mm] = Check mark on oil dipstick M10 x 1 The correct minimum fill level according to the table (value "x") corresponds to the marks on the oil dipstick (see following figure).
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit Checking the oil Proceed as follows to check the oil of the gear unit: via the oil level 1. Observe the notes in section "Preliminary work regarding gear unit inspection/main- plug tenance" (page 84). 2.
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit ® 7.7.6 E: SPIROPLAN W37/W47 in M4 mounting position without oil level plug and cover plate Checking the oil The W37/W47 gear units are not equipped with an oil level plug or a cover plate. This is level via the screw why the oil level is checked via the control bore.
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit 6. Compare the determined value "x" to the min. value depending on the mounting po- sition specified in the following table. Correct the fill level if required. Oil level = wetted section x [mm] of the dipstick Mounting position during check Gear unit type Lying on the A side...
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Inspection/Maintenance Inspection/maintenance for the gear unit 6. Re-insert the lower screw plug. 7. Fill in new oil of the same type via the upper screw plug bore (otherwise consult the customer service). Do not mix different synthetic lubricants. – Fill the oil according to the quantity specified on the nameplate. –...
Mounting Positions Designation of the mounting positions Mounting Positions Designation of the mounting positions SEW differentiates between six mounting positions, M1 – M6. The following figure shows the spatial orientation of the gearmotor in mounting positions M1 – M6. Assembly and Operating Instructions – Explosion-Proof Gear Units...
Mounting Positions Churning losses Churning losses Churning losses may occur in some mounting positions. Contact SEW-EURODRIVE Page XX in case of the following combinations: Input speed Mounting position Gear unit type Gear unit size [rpm] 97 – 107 > 2500 M2, M4 >...
1) The packaging must be carried out by an experienced company using the packaging materials that have been explicitly specified for the particular application. 2) SEW-EURODRIVE recommends to store the gear units according to the mounting position. Assembly and Operating Instructions – Explosion-Proof Gear Units...
Lubricants Lubricants Unless a special arrangement is made, SEW-EURODRIVE supplies the drives with a lubricant fill adapted for the specific gear unit and mounting position. The mounting po- sition (M1 – M6, see chapter "Mounting positions") specified in the order is the basis for this.
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= Ester oil (water hazard classification 1) = Synthetic hydrocarbons + ester oil (USDA - H1 certification) = Hydraulic oil = Synthetic lubricant (= synthetic-based roller bearing grease) Helical-worm gear units with PG oil: consult SEW-EURODRIVE. ® Special lubricant for SPIROPLAN gear units only Recommendation: Select SEW f Observe the critical starting behavior at low temperatures.
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Technical Data Lubricants Lubricant table 017680600 9007202440580747 Assembly and Operating Instructions – Explosion-Proof Gear Units...
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Technical Data Lubricants 9.2.3 Lubricant fill quantities Refer to the gear unit nameplate for prescribed lubricant fill quantities in explosion-proof gear units. Check the oil level after the filling process. See section "Inspection/mainte- nance for the gear unit" (page 92). Assembly and Operating Instructions –...
SEW drives may only be repaired by qualified personnel who are familiar with the technical rules for industrial safety and health. • Only qualified personnel is permitted to separate drive and motor. • Consult SEW-EURODRIVE customer service. Assembly and Operating Instructions – Explosion-Proof Gear Units...
Malfunctions Gear unit 10.1 Gear unit Malfunction Possible cause Remedy Unusual, regular running Meshing/grinding noise: Bearing damage Check the oil see "Inspection/maintenance for the noise gear unit" (page 92), change bearings. Knocking noise: Irregularity in the gearing Contact customer service. Unusual, irregular running Foreign bodies in the oil •...
Seal defective Contact SEW-EURODRIVE customer service Output shaft does not turn Shaft-hub connection in the gear unit or the Send the gear unit to SEW-EURODRIVE for repair. although the motor is run- adapter interrupted. ning or the input shaft is...
Malfunctions Customer service 10.5 Customer service Please have the following information available if you require customer service assistance: • Nameplate data (complete) • Type and extent of the problem • Time the problem occurred and any accompanying circumstances • Assumed cause A digital photograph if possible 10.6 Disposal Dispose gear units in accordance with the regulations in force regarding respective ma-...
ATEX Directive 94/9/EC Applied harmonized standards: EN 13463-1:2009 EN 13463-5:2011 EN 13463-8:2003 EN 60529:2000 SEW-EURODRIVE lodges the documents required by 94/9/EC, appendix VIII, with the notified body: FSA GmbH, EU ID No.: 0588 Bruchsal 23.07.2014 Johann Soder Place Date Managing Director Technology...
Gear units in category 3G and 3D with AR adapter EC Declaration of Conformity Translation of the original text 900580310 SEW-EURODRIVE GmbH & Co KG Ernst-Blickle-Straße 42, D-76646 Bruchsal declares under sole responsibility that the Gear units of the series...
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No. 95, Jalan Seroja 39, Taman Johor Jaya Fax +60 7 3541404 Service 81000 Johor Bahru, Johor sales@sew-eurodrive.com.my West Malaysia Mexico Assembly Quéretaro SEW-EURODRIVE MEXICO SA DE CV Tel. +52 442 1030-300 Fax +52 442 1030-301 Sales SEM-981118-M93 Service Tequisquiapan No. 102 http://www.sew-eurodrive.com.mx Parque Industrial Quéretaro scmexico@seweurodrive.com.mx...
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NL-3044 AS Rotterdam Service: 0800-SEWHELP Postbus 10085 http://www.sew-eurodrive.nl NL-3004 AB Rotterdam info@sew-eurodrive.nl New Zealand Assembly Auckland SEW-EURODRIVE NEW ZEALAND LTD. Tel. +64 9 2745627 Sales P.O. Box 58-428 Fax +64 9 2740165 Service 82 Greenmount drive http://www.sew-eurodrive.co.nz East Tamaki Auckland sales@sew-eurodrive.co.nz...
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0393 Ustanicka 128a Fax +381 11 347 1337 PC Košum, IV sprat office@dipar.rs SRB-11000 Beograd Singapore Assembly Singapore SEW-EURODRIVE PTE. LTD. Tel. +65 68621701 Sales No 9, Tuas Drive 2 Fax +65 68612827 Service Jurong Industrial Estate http://www.sew-eurodrive.com.sg Singapore 638644 sewsingapore@sew-eurodrive.com...
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Fax +27 13 752-8008 Vintonia robermeyer@sew.co.za P.O.Box 1942 Nelspruit 1200 South Korea Assembly Ansan SEW-EURODRIVE KOREA CO., LTD. Tel. +82 31 492-8051 Sales B 601-4, Banweol Industrial Estate Fax +82 31 492-8056 Service #1048-4, Shingil-Dong, Danwon-Gu, http://www.sew-korea.co.kr Ansan-City, Kyunggi-Do Zip 425-839 master.korea@sew-eurodrive.com...
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Hayward, CA 94544 cshayward@seweurodrive.com Additional addresses for service in the USA provided on request! Venezuela Assembly Valencia SEW-EURODRIVE Venezuela S.A. Tel. +58 241 832-9804 Sales Av. Norte Sur No. 3, Galpon 84-319 Fax +58 241 838-6275 Service Zona Industrial Municipal Norte http://www.sew-eurodrive.com.ve...
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Address List Vietnam Sales Ho Chi Minh City All sectors except harbor, steel, coal power Tel. +84 8 8301026 and offshore: Fax +84 8 8392223 Nam Trung Co., Ltd namtrungco@hcm.vnn.vn 250 Binh Duong Avenue, Thu Dau Mot Town, truongtantam@namtrung.com.vn Binh Duong Province khanh-nguyen@namtrung.com.vn HCM office: 91 Tran Minh Quyen Street District 10, Ho Chi Minh City...
Index Index Embedded safety notes ...........6 Encoder AD input shaft assembly ........67 Installation............82 Adapter Extended storage..........136 AM..............59 AQ..............63 AR ..............87 Ambient conditions..........28 Flatness errors............23 Ambient temperature ..........34 Fluorocarbon rubber ..........28 Assembling input and output elements ....32 Auxiliary means............21 Gear unit Cleaning.............85 Backstop ..............77 Installation............23...
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Index Installation Mechanical............21 Oil level ..............74 Installation tolerances ..........21 Oil temperature ............75 Inverter operation ...........77 Other applicable documentation ......10 Inverter-operated gearmotors ........77 Painting the gear unit..........31 Leakage ..............76 Parallel-shaft helical gear unit........14 Lubricant change intervals ........86 Protective cover, installation ........57 Pseudo-leakage.............76 Maintenance ............84 Changing the oil ..........92...
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Index Transport ...............10 Type designation ..........19, 20 Technical data............136 Temperature ............34 Tightening torques ..........25 Tools ..............21 Ventilation ..............29 ® TorqLOC ..............50 Voltage encoder.............82 Torque arms............36 Torque arms for shaft-mounted gear units.....36 Helical-bevel gear units........37 WEX speed monitor..........65 Helical-worm gear units ........37 WEX speed monitoring ..........78 Parallel shaft helical gear units ......36 ®...
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SEW-EURODRIVE—Driving the world SEW-EURODRIVE Driving the world SEW-EURODRIVE GmbH & Co KG P.O. Box 3023 D-76642 Bruchsal/Germany Phone +49 7251 75-0 Fax +49 7251 75-1970 sew@sew-eurodrive.com www.sew-eurodrive.com...
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