MOTORS FOR HEAVY ELECTRICAL VEHICLES
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1.6. Safety
The motor is manufactured and intended for use only as prescribed by this manual. Modification,
alteration, or lack of maintenance procedures as described in the service manual may adversely affect the
safety and efficiency of this device. The manufacturer is not responsible for malfunctions that comprise
safety as a result of alteration, use of non ABB replacements parts, neglect or misuse.
Should pre-owned ABB equipment be purchased and reconditioned, the equipment should not be used
until testing and analysis demonstrate that the equipment meets the original or upgraded specifications.
The use of solvents as cleaning agents and the use of lubricants can involve health and/or safety hazards.
The recommended precautions and procedures stated by manufacturers should be followed.
Non-authorized modifications as well as the use of tools, components and auxiliary components not
corresponding to the installation or maintenance instructions exclude any liability of the motor
manufacturer.
The motor has rotating parts and parts which may be spinning even at rest, and possibly hot surfaces.
1.7. Contraindications
The motor is not designed, sold or intended for any use except as indicated above. Furthermore, it is not
intended to be used outside of the motor specifications or limitations. The motor must be in good
working order.
If technical modifications are considered, they shall always be approved by ABB and be carried out by
qualified personnel.
