Operating instructions for SAMBO Worm Gear Operator
V1.00-2021.04.29
Operating instructions for SAMBO SBWG series worm gear operator
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Introduction
This installation and maintenance manual explains, how to install and maintain the Sambo SBWG operator.
Information on installation, disassembly, reassembly, lubrication and spare parts is provided.
Figure 1:
Typical SBWG Exploded View
WARNING: Do not manually operate the SBWG operator (see figure 1) with devices other
than the installed handwheel or wrench nut. Using additive force devices (cheater bars,
wheel wrenches, pipe wrenches, or other devices of this nature) on the operator handwheel,
wrench or wrench nut may cause serious personal injury and/or damage to the operator or valve.
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Safety instructions
NOTE:
Read this installation, operation and maintenance manual carefully and completely before attempting
to install, operate or troubleshoot the SAMBO gearbox.
CAUTION:
Work undertaken must be carried out in accordance with the instructions in this and
any other relevant manuals. The user and those persons working on this equipment should be
familiar with their responsibilities under any statutory provisions relating to the Health and Safety
of their workplace. Due consideration of additional hazards should be taken when using the gearbox with
other equipment. Should further information and guidance relating to the safe use of the SAMBO products be
required, it will be provided on request.
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