
B Operating Instructions for Rotary Joints Series DX/DXS
8
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Maintenance
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AB-DX_en – Version 08 – 01.03.2011
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8. Maintenance
INFORMATION
Maier offers on site service by our experts and training of your service staff.
Observe the safety instructions in chapter 3.
Maintenance may only be performed by authorized staff as per chapter 3.4.
Work on the rotary joint may only performed when the machine/system is at a
standstill and after the rotary joint has cooled down.
Always wear safety glasses when performing work on the rotary joint to protect
against escaping fluid.
Use only genuine spare parts.
If you have removed protective equipment, refit such equipment after having finished
your work and verify proper operation of such equipment.
All screws must be tightened with the specified tightening torque (refer to section
"Specifications and Spare Parts").
8.1 Maintenance
plan
Interval Activity
Explanation
Refer to section
"Specifications and
Spare Parts"
Relubricate the rolling
bearings if a lubricating
nipple is installed
Refer to the section "Specifica-
tions and Spare Parts" for the
lubricant quantity
Every 12 months
Check
bearings
Check
seals
Repair can be performed by
Maier customer service.
8.2 Repair
8.2.1 Tools
Suitable lifting gear must be used to mount the rotary joint to the roller.
A torque wrench must be used for tightening screws with a specified tightening tor-
que.