3.
Transport, storage and packaging
3.1
Transport
.
Transport to place of installation in sturdy packing.
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If mounted together with actuator:
Attach ropes or hooks for the purpose of lifting by hoist only to the gearbox
and not to the actuator.
3.2
Storage
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Store in well-ventilated, dry room.
.
Protect against floor dampness by storage on a shelf or on a
wooden pallet.
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Cover to protect against dust and dirt.
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Apply suitable corrosion protection agent to uncoated surfaces.
In case gearboxes are to be stored for a long period (more than 6 months),
the following points must be observed additionally:
.
Prior to storage: Protect uncoated surfaces, in particular the output drive
parts and mounting surface, with long-term corrosion protection agent.
.
Check for corrosion approximately every 6 months. If first signs of corro-
sion show, apply new corrosion protection.
3.3
Packaging
Our products are protected by special packaging for the transport ex works.
The packaging consists of environmentally friendly materials which can
easily be separated and recycled.
For the disposal of the packaging material, we recommend recycling and
collection centres.
We use the following packaging materials:
Wooden material boards (OSB)/cardboard/paper/PE film
4.
Fitting the handwheel
For gearboxes designed for manual operation, the handwheel is supplied
separately. Fitting is done on site according to figure 1.
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Spur gearboxes GST 10.1 – GST 40.1
Operation instructions
Figure 1: Handwheel
Ball handle
(option)
Spacer
(partly required)
Circlip
Handwheel
Gearbox input shaft
Circlip
Spacer
(partly required)
