BA 9142 en 02/2015
9.
Faults, causes and remedy
Observe the instructions in section 3. "Safety instructions" and in section 10. "Maintenance and repair"!
9.1
General information on faults and malfunctions
Failures occurring during the guarantee period, which require repair of the gear unit, may only be carried
out by Siemens Customer Service.
If failures occur after the guarantee period, the cause of which cannot be precisely identified, we advise
our customers to contact our Customer Service.
NOTICE
Property damage
Damage to the gear unit from improper use is possible.
Siemens will not be bound by the terms of the guarantee or otherwise be responsible in cases of
improper use of the gear unit, modifications carried out without the approval by Siemens or use of spare
parts not originally supplied by Siemens.
DANGER
Danger to life from rotating and/or moving parts
Risk of being gripped or drawn in by rotating and/or moving parts.
Shut off the gear unit and the oil-supply system to perform maintenance and/or repair work or prior to
removing the safeguards. Secure the drive unit against accidental start-up. Attach a notice on the start
switch stating clearly that work is in progress on the gear unit.
WARNING
Risk of personal injury from energised parts
Removing covers, improper use of the machine, false operation or inadequate maintenance can lead
to death, serious personal injury or property damage.
– Always observe the "five safety rules" when working on the machine.
(see Section 3. "Safety instructions").
– Remove covers only in accordance with the instructions of this operating manual.
– Operate the machine properly.
– Conduct regular and professional maintenance on the machine.
