Operating manual
Planetary gearbox
EPL, EPL50X-155X, EPL-Q, EPL-SA, EPL-FE, ESP-L
Date: 02.02.2021
Version 2
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Safety instructions
The entire manual, especially the safety instructions, must be considered by every person working with the
planetary gearbox. In addition, all legal regulations, in particular regarding accident prevention and environmental
protection, must be followed.
2.1
Machinery Directive
According to the EU Directive 2006/42/EG, planetary gearbox units are machine components. It is therefore
neither a machine nor an incomplete machine, but rather components for installation in machines and systems.
The planetary gearbox units are not subject to the Machinery Directive. A CE marking and a conformity guideline
according to the Directive 2006/42/EG are not permitted for the planetary gearboxes.
The commissioning of the planetary gearbox is not permitted within the scope of the Machinery Directive until it
has been established that the machines and systems in which the planetary gearbox is going to be installed comply
with the provisions of Directive 2006/42/EG.
2.2
Intended use
The planetary gearboxes are designed for converting rotational speed and torque in electrical machines, systems
and components intended for industrial and commercial use. The gearboxes are designed to be mounted to
electric motors.
When installing the gearbox unit in electrical machines and systems, commissioning is only permitted once it is
clearly established that all local laws and guidelines are being followed.
Improper use of the planetary gearbox can lead to serious personal and property damage. The gearboxes may only
be used within their technical performance data. Exceeding the technical data can lead to immediate or creeping
damage to the planetary gearbox. Any exceeding of the technical data is not permitted; this is considered
improper use.
2.3
General safety information
Warning!
Incorrect assembly and utilization, improper use and inadequate
maintenance can lead to serious property damage and severe injuries
or even death.
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All following safety instructions must be observed.
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The use of the planetary gearboxes is only permitted according to
the intended use and by consideration of the technical data.
Warning!
Rotating components of the planetary gearboxes can sling away. This
can lead to severe damage and injuries or even death.
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All tools and assembly aids must be removed before
commissioning the planetary gearboxes.
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Keys and other components on the shafts that are detachably
connected must be removed or covered before starting if they are
not secured by the attachment.