DERRICK EX, Maintenance & Operation Manual

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EX, SGX VIBRATOR MOTORS
PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE
Routine preventive maintenance will ensure maximum life for the vibrator motor. While the
maintenance schedule in this section is flexible, modifications should be based on operating
experience at your facilities.
A maintenance log will help establish and monitor a service schedule that is correct for your
equipment. The maintenance log should contain the following information:

Motor model and serial number from motor data plate

Power requirements

Voltage reading across L1 to L2, L1 to L3, and L2 to L3

Amperage reading across L1 to L2, L1 to L3, and L2 to L3
WARNING! TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY BE SURE EQUIPMENT
IS LOCKED OUT, TAGGED OUT, AND DE-ENERGIZED PRIOR TO
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE AND/OR ADJUSTMENTS.
VIBRATOR MOTOR MAINTENANCE
Maintenance Action Frequency
Using a water hose, clean process material from exterior of
motor case*.
Daily or as required
Inspect motor cable for signs of deterioration or damage. Each shift or as required
Using a torque wrench, verify that motor mounting bolt torque
is in accordance with torque listed in Motor Removal and
Installation.
After first 40 hours of
operation; once each year
* The vibrator motor is designed to dissipate heat through the motor case. Buildup of process
material on the motor case exterior prevents proper heat dissipation and may cause the motor
to overheat.
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