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©2020 Regal Beloit Corporation, All Rights Reserved. MCIM20001E • Form# SB0098E
F O R M
PPA & PPC Series Installation, Operation
and Maintenance Instructions
SB0098E
Revised
August 2020
CAUTION indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could lead to
minor or moderate personal injury,
WARNING indicates a hazard which, if not avoided, could lead
to serious personal injury or death.
NOTICE indicates a situation not related to personal injury which,
if not avoided, could result in motor or equipment damage.
Regal Australia
Regal Beloit Australia Pty Ltd
19 Corporate Avenue
Rowville, Victoria, 3178
Sales: 1800 888 853
www.regalaustralia.com.au
1.0 INTRODUCTION
The Regal PPA and PPC series motors are designed and
manufactured to be robust and reliable with minimal
maintenance. The following items should be taken into
consideration to ensure an easy installation and reliable
operation throughout the motor’s life.
2.0 INSPECTION
To ensure the motor’s manufactured condition during the
transit, the motors are secured and packed with safety
precaution. Thoroughly inspect the unit for any damage upon
the receipt of the motors, if need be in the presence of an
insurance surveyor. Immediately contact Regal for advise for
any equipment damage or shortfall.
Check the following:
• Rating plate details and enclosure are as ordered.
• Shaft turns freely (in absence of shaft locking clamp).
• Condensation drain holes are in the correct position for
the motor mounting application (they should be located
at the lowest point of the motor when it is in its operating
position).
• If the winding is Insulation Resistance (IR) tested
to earth, ensure that the thermal protectors are not
inadvertently damaged. (The thermistor leads should be
shorted together whilst IR testing takes place.)
3.0 STORAGE
When the motor is not for immediate use store as follows:
• Clean and dry location.
• Free from vibration (vibration can damage bearings).
• Shaft locking clamps, where supplied, are fitted securely.
• Remove shaft locking clamps and turn rotor by one full
rotation at least once in every two weeks and replace
shaft locking clamps.
• Anti-condensation heaters, where fitted, should be
energised if the environment is likely to be damp.
4.0 INSTALLATION
The following items should be considered during installation
to ensure reliable operation of the motor:
4.1 SURROUNDINGS
• Ensure that the motor is properly protected against
ingress of oil, water or dust especially if construction
work is in progress around the motor.
• Ensure air intake is not obstructed. Refer to dimension
baseline in the catalogue.
• CAUTION!
When installing motors in hazardous locations
make sure that the zone and gas group or dust and
temperature classification on motor nameplate are
complied with.
4.2 MOUNTING
• Bed plates or slide rails should be firmly fixed to a solid,
level foundation to ensure the motor remains rigid and
vibration free.
• Shims or packers (if required) must be of adequate size
and placed adjacent to and between base fixing screws.
• Protective transport coatings on shafts and/or flanges
must be removed prior to connection to the driven load.
• A light coating of grease to shafts and/or flanges will
inhibit corrosion during service and assist removal of
pulleys or couplings.
4.3 PULLEYS AND COUPLINGS
• Pulleys or couplings should be independently balanced
with a half key as the motor rotor is balanced with a half
key during manufacture.
• In fitting pulleys or couplings to the motor shaft care
must be taken to ensure the roller/ball bearings are
not damaged. Both shaft and coupling bore should be
cleaned and lubricated. If the fit is still too tight, the pulley
or coupling should be pre-heated in air or oil to enable
easy assembly.
• Shock methods must not be used in fitting or removing
pulleys or couplings. Proper wheel or pulley removers
should be used to prevent shaft and bearing damage.
Tapped holes are provided in shaft extensions to assist
in the fitment of couplings and/or pulleys.
