Securing The Rotor - Siemens SIMOTICS TN Series Operating & Installation Instructions Manual

Center of gravity not centered
If the center of gravity of a load is not located centrally between the attachment points, the
machine can tip over or slip out of the lifting equipment and fall when it is being transported
or lifted. This can result in death, serious injury or material damage.
● Comply with the handling instructions on the machine when transporting it.
● Be aware of the possibility of different loads on the sling ropes or lifting straps and the
● Always take account of the center of gravity when transporting or lifting the machine. If
4.14.4

Securing the rotor

Depending on the version, the machine is fitted with a rotor shipping brace. This protects the
bearings against damage due to shock and vibration during transport or storage.
NOTICE
Vibration and shock during transport
Not using the rotor shipping brace can cause damage to the machine if it is jolted during
transport. Material damage can result.
● If the machine is fitted with a rotor shipping brace, this should always be used when
● Only remove it before pulling on the output element.
● For machines with a vertical type of construction:
SIMOTICS TN Series N-compact 1LL8
Operating Instructions 11/2018
WARNING
carrying capacity of the lifting equipment.
the center of gravity is not located centrally between the attachment points, then position
the hoisting hook above the center of gravity.
transporting the machine. The rotor shipping brace must be attached during the transport.
– Do not remove the rotor shipping brace until the machine is in a vertical position.
– If a machine has to be transported in a horizontal position, the rotor must be fixed in
position before the machine is turned onto its side. Vertical machines can be supplied
in the horizontal position from the manufacturing plant.
Preparations for use
4.14 Transport and storage
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