1.4 Warranty provisions For the warranty period and conditions refer to the ‘Conditions’ section on our website at ridder.com, or in the Ridder catalog. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
Refer to the permitted mounting positions in the product manual.* * Not applicable to motor gearboxes filled with grease! Ê Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
RLS/RSU) during all work. There is a risk of short circuit, fire and corrosion. • Take sufficient precautions to prevent ElectroStatic Discharge (ESD). • Ridder is not responsible for injury, material damage or consequential damage if accessories are used that Ridder did not make.
Persons can be in danger of life if they touch a system that is in operation. Forces Ridder cannot be sure that there will be no injury to persons or damage to the system because of the forces in the systems (in which the drive unit is installed). Ridder Drive Systems B.V.
Safety transformer (EN 61558) “normally closed” U1, U2 Motor connection “normally open” Motor connection Protective earth W1, W2 Motor connection Cross head “Phillips” Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
NOTE: Possibly the sequence of symbols is different and/or other symbols are included in the identification. Not all symbols and assembled configurations (such as LK, LD, ...) are included in the explanation. * K = Sprocket in an assembled configuration. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
Optionally a 16-tooth 1⁄2”x5⁄16” zinc-plated sprocket for chain couplings is installed. The switching range of the limit-switch system is 86 revolutions of the drive shaft. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
• The RW45D\RW400/600D motor gearboxes are drive units to operate ventilation systems and hoisting systems in greenhouses and livestock houses or crop-storage buildings. • The RW240–600\RW800 motor gearboxes are drive units to operate ventilation systems, screen systems and hoisting systems in greenhouses and livestock houses or crop-storage buildings.
RW45: RW-L Ø15 H1 = 53–56 mm RW-TRA H2=170–175mm L1 = 157–168 mm RW-D L2 = 167–204 mm 70.5 Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
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L2 = 148–225 mm RW800: H1 = 72.5–75.5 mm 62.5 H2 = 213–262 mm L1 = 217–235 mm L2 = 215–232 mm Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
With (electric) tools and a hexagon socket in the shaft of the Operate manually (externally): electric motor. Dimensions [mm] WxHxD Refer to §3.4 (minimum–maximum). 15.5–16.5 28.5–42.8 31–37 Weight [kg] Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
(installation options). • Information about the different operated systems is not (or not fully) given or gives only general information. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
• After installation interchange the plug in the highest position with the vent plug! This is not applicable to motor gearboxes that are filled with grease! RW45 [grease lubrication]: Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
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RW240/400/600 [oil lubrication]: RW240 [grease lubrication]: Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
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RW800 [oil lubrication]: RW70/140-34 [oil lubrication]: Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
4.3 Sprockets • Usually Ridder installs sprockets onto the two basic output shafts (BOS) of most models (general designation: RW). • Some models (such as RW-LK, RW-D, RW-LD) have: • One special output-shaft (LK) plus one basic output shaft (BOS) •...
• With the supplied spring washers and bolts M10x25 (3x) for RW240–600 and RW70/140 drive units • With the supplied spring washers and bolts M12x25 (4x) for an RW800 drive unit. Refer to “Minimum Screw-in depth (SID)” which also shows the standard bolt-installation (SBI).
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C3. Do clamp mounting on lattices (different lattice widths and lattice heights possible). In this manual shown illustrations can be different than the components and/or systems. For more information on item numbers and models refer to the Ridder catalog or website at ridder.com. Ridder Drive Systems B.V.
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≥ 16 mm! ≥ 14 mm! M12 (4x) M10 (3x) M10 x 25 (3x) - 45 Nm M12 x 25 (4x) - 80 Nm Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
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Do the check of the minimum screw-in depth (SID) of the configuration that follows: SHEET THICKNESS and fixing-bolt LENGTH. This prevents damage or injury (breakage risk). Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
** D is supplied as two parts (chain, chain connector). In this manual shown illustrations can be different than the components and/or systems. For more information on item numbers and models refer to the Ridder catalog or website at ridder.com. 4.5.2 Special output-shafts (D, LD, LK ..) Installation options A–F are (possibly) also applicable, if necessary for the operated system, for...
❻ Put the chain onto the sprockets with the chain ends at the top. Install the chain ❶–❽ Install the chain connector and chain (on the sprockets). Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
M12 fasteners (l or m) to install the TRA system onto the structure. Obey the instructions for installation of M12 fasteners (l or m). Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
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In this product manual shown illustrations can be different than the components and/or systems. For more information on item numbers and models refer to the Ridder catalog or website at ridder.com. Ridder Drive Systems B.V.
HEX 3 mm - 10 Nm In this manual shown illustrations can be different than the components and/or systems. For more information on item numbers and models refer to the Ridder catalog or website at ridder.com. Ridder Drive Systems B.V.
In this manual shown illustrations can be different than the components and/or systems. For more information on item numbers and models refer to the Ridder catalog or website at ridder.com. Note: Ridder does not supply steel cables and steel cable clamps.
PH/PZ (4x) PH/(PZ) (4x) TX\SLOT (3x) * Alternatives: Metal cover In this manual shown illustrations can be different than the components and/or systems. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
• 45 mA–130 mA at 24 V AC/DC • A maximum of 4 A at 115 V • A maximum of 2.25 A at 230/240 V. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
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* If your decision is not to use this cable gland, make sure to put the sealing plug back. Tighten the cable gland with the correct tool and tightening torque! - 5 Nm Ø6.0–12.0 mm - 2.5 Nm Ø5.0–10.0 mm M20x1.5/M16x1.5 Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
Always make sure that the protections comply with the, local or national, laws and regulations of the country. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
RW241/242 Connect all safety switches (ES21/22) and duty switches (ES11/12). This is necessary for safety and correct functional operation. RLS connections: 1–6 Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
RLS limit-switch system, in PARALLEL. This prevents the risk of incorrect control, an incorrect direction-of- rotation or incorrect operation of limit-switch systems of different electric motors. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
RW70/140 Connect all safety switches (ES21/22) and duty switches (ES11/12). This is necessary for safety and correct functional operation. RSU connections: 1–12 Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
RW70/140 Connect all safety switches (ES21/22) and duty switches (ES11/12). This is necessary for safety and correct functional operation. RSU connections: 1–12 Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
Interchange 1 and 7 of the RSU. 5.10 OPTIONAL - Position Feedback You can connect a digital positioning-meter (RPU) or a Ridder Potentiometer installation set to the RW motor-gearbox. Refer to the product-manuals at ridder.com for the installation and connections.
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Make sure that the system can be safely operated. • If necessary: Adjust the end positions again. This prevents damage or injury. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
Direction-of-rotation A = Limit switch A = ES11/ES21 - Refer to §7.2 Direction-of-rotation B = Limit switch B = ES12/ES22 - Refer to §7.2 Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
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Operation is possible with a manual control (MC) and/or other Ridder control components, which are compatible with (if applicable) “Automatic Control-Systems” (ACS). Refer to the Ridder catalog or website ridder.com for more information. Always refer to the related information and manuals (ACS and control components).
The switching range is 86, 120 or 860 revolutions of the drive shaft. RLS/RSU An RW motor-gearbox has a limit-switch system with connection nuts (4). Ridder does not lock the adjusting rings (3). The drive unit can turn freely (temporarily, until the end positions are adjusted) in the two directions.
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• If a failure of the duty switch occurs, the switching spring (5) operates the safety switch (ES21 or ES22). This makes sure the motor gearbox stops. It prevents consequential damage to the system. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
3. Tighten the long adjusting screw (a) again with a tightening torque of 0.5–0.6 Nm. The adjusting ring (3) cannot turn freely at this time. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
TX\SLOT (3x) - 1.0 Nm * Alternatives: Metal cover In this manual shown illustrations can be different than the components and/or systems. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
• A problem is found with no solution. Refer to chapter 9 first. Refer to the Ridder catalog or the website at ridder.com for more information about spare parts (or accessories) that are available. Also refer to available documentation (maintenance instructions) at ridder.com of the Ridder products in the operated system.
RLS: Interchange the connections 1 and 5 on the connection blocks. Solution 1 RSU: Interchange the connections 1 and 7 on the connection block. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
4. Make the product unserviceable and make a mark on the product. This prevents that the product is (accidentally) used again. 5. The permanent decommissioning is completed. Refer to §10.2 “Waste disposal”. Ridder Drive Systems B.V. T +31 (0)341 416 854 - F +31 (0)341 416 611 - I ridder.com...
10.2 Waste disposal Discard products of Ridder Drive Systems after their lifespan and obey the applicable national and/ or local regulations. Make sure that after disassembly there is a separation of: • The collected operating materials (if applicable) such as oil, grease and such •...
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