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IOM Manual VF-W_ATEX_gb - Translation of original instructions in Italian - Rev 03_0 - 30/09/16
4.3 STORAGE
Place the gearbox/gearmotor on a stable base and make sure that there is no risk of it moving or
falling off.
The following recommendations should be followed when storing the gearbox/gearmotor.
1. Do not store the unit in excessively humid conditions or where it is exposed to the weather (i.e. outdoors).
2. Avoid excessive variations in temperature as this can cause condensation inside the gearbox and its
accessories.
3. Do not place the gearbox directly on the ground.
4. Store the packaged gearbox (if allowed) in accordance with the instructions on the packaging itself.
If the gearbox/gearmotor is stored temporarily outdoors it must be protected to ensure that humidity
and foreign matters cannot penetrate to the interior.
If the gearbox is to be stored for more than 6 months, the following
additional
precautions must be taken.
5. Coat all external machined surfaces with a protective anti-corrosion product such as Shell Ensis SX (or
a product with similar properties and application range). Check the surfaces regularly and re-apply the
protective coating as necessary.
6. Fill the gearbox with lubricating oil and replace any vent plugs with blind plugs. This operation does not
apply to gearboxes that are lubricated for life (see the “LUBRICATION” section).
PRECAUTIONS
TO BE TAKEN WHEN PREPARING GEARBOXES FOR SERVICE AFTER STORAGE.
Thoroughly clean the output shaft and external surfaces to remove all rustproofing products, contaminants
and other impurities (using a standard commercial solvent). Do this outside the explosion hazard area.
Do not allow solvent to come into contact with seal rings as this may damage them and cause them to leak.
If the oil or protective product used during storage is not compatible with the synthetic oil required for
service, clean out the inside of the gearbox thoroughly before filling with the service oil.
Storage for periods of over 1 year reduces the service life of bearing grease. Bearing grease must be
synthetic.
