Chapter 1: Getting Started
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IronHorse® General Purpose AC Motors User Manual – 10th Ed. Rev A – 01/06/2021
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If an IronHorse motor needs to be reshipped from the initial shipping point, the following procedures
should be followed to protect the motor from damage.
1) If the original packaging is to be used for reshipment, inspect the packaging for previous shipping
damage and repackage if necessary. Take care to protect the motor body, fan cover and shaft.
2) It is a good idea to bolt the motor to a platform that fits securely in the bottom of the shipping crate
or box. This helps prevent the motor from shifting during transport and thus protects the bearings
from damage.
3) A shaft lock device should be installed on motors from 100 to 300 hp prior to shipment. The shaft
lock helps prevent bearing damage.
4) Motors should only be lifted by the the eyebolt(s) provided on the motor. When lifting motors with
more than one eyebolt, use every bolt provided.
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The following preventative measures should be taken when storing IronHorse motors for a long period of
time.
1) Store motors in a controlled temperature, dry atmosphere free of excess dirt, dust and airborne
particles.
2) Rotate the motor shaft every sixty days to prevent hardening of the bearing grease.
3) Warehoused motors should have the bearing grease purged and replaced every six months. Use
only Mobil POLYREX
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EM Polyurea grease. For MTCP2 motors, use SKF, LGHP2 grease. For MTF2 and
MTDP motors, use Multemp, SRL grease or equivalent.
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arranty
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IronHorse MTSS stainless steel motors carry a one year warranty from the date of invoice�
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All other IronHorse motors (except MTSS) carry a two year warranty from the date of invoice�
For motors 40hp and smaller, valid warranty claims will be resolved by product replacement. Motors
50hp and larger must be evaluated by an authorized Electrical Apparatus Service Association (EASA)
service center. Valid warranty claims will be resolved by repair or replacement at the discretion of
AutomationDirect. See AutomationDirect Terms and Conditions in our current catalog or online at http://
www.automationdirect.com/static/specs/adpolicy.pdf for complete details.
Authorized EASA service centers are available nationwide. Visit the EASA website at www.easa.com to find
the nearest authorized service center. These shops may also be able to assist with non-warranty service.
