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Dana Incorporated
IMM-0017EN - Installation and Maintenance Manual
6 THINKS TO CHECK BEFORE THE GEAR UNIT OR GEARED MOTOR IS INSTAL-
LED
Before you install the gearbox you have to be sure that the gearbox is arrived with the all necessary equipment and without
damage. Points to take into consideration before you start to install the unit;
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You have received the correct operation manual of the your product.
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The gearbox and all its parts are transported without damage.
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The gearbox is stored correctly according the instructions in this manual
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You have the latest product catalogue or you have access to our web page
6.1 TRANSPORTATION
When the goods arrive, first check for any damage. If some damage observed, immediately contact the transport company and
inform about the damage. Contact Dana Motion Systems Italia S.r.l. for the damage and do not start to install the unit until it is
agreed that the damage has no affect of operation.
6.2 STORAGE
If the geared unit or geared motor will be stored up to 3 years refer to the following instructions;
With Packing;
Use corrosion protection oil for the output shaft and connection surfaces like flange surface or foot assembling surface. Seal
the unit in a plastic wrap and pack it in container. A moisture indicator should be placed around the container to observe the
moisture. Relative atmospheric humidity should not exceed 50%. The container should be kept under roof which protects from
snow and rain. Under this condition the gear unit can be stored up to 3 year with regular check. The ambient temperature should
be between -5 to 60 ºC.
Without Packing;
Use protection oil for the output shaft and connection surfaces like flange surface or foot assembling surface. If no packing is
used and the gearbox is stored without packing, the ambient temperature should be between 5 to 60 ºC. The gearbox must be
kept under enclosed roof with constant temperature and constant humidity not exceeding 50%. The storage should be free of
dust and dirt and ventilated with filter. If the gearbox is stored without packing it is recommended not to store more than 2 years
and regular check during this time is recommended.
If stored in open protect against insect damage.
NOTE:
If geared motors are used, please also refer to the manual of the motor manufacturer.
DANGER
Falling or hard placement can damage the gear unit.
Only use hoisting and securing equipment which is permitted for the size / weight of your gear unit. Ensure that the load is
slowly and carefully handled and placed.
DANGER
Use the supplied eyebolts or lifting holes for lifting up the gear unit. The eyebolts are capable to carry the weight of
gearboxes only. Do not hang additional loads. Use suitable hoisting equipment which is capable to hold the gear
units weight. Refer to the catalogue for various types weights. See drawing bellow for hoisting point.
DANGER
Do not stay beneath / under the lifting/hoisting equipment which may cause serious injuries by falling down objects, accidental
movements, unexpected accidents.
