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Installation of the gearhead therefore has no effect on the restriction of using certain hazardous
materials in electrical and electronic equipment as required in the directive.
2.2 Dangers
The gearhead has been constructed according to current technological standards and accepted
safety regulations.
To avoid danger to the operator or damage to the machine, the gearhead may be put to use only
for its intended usage (see chapter 2.4 "Intended use") and in a technically flawless and safe state.
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Read the general safety instructions before beginning work (see Chapter 2.7 "General safety
instructions").
2.3 Personnel
Only persons who have read and understood these instructions may carry out work on the
gearhead.
2.4 Intended use
The gearhead serves to convert torques and speeds. It is suitable for all industrial applications.
The gearhead may not be operated in areas with explosion hazards. In food processing, the
gearhead may be used only next to or under the foodstuff area.
The gearhead is intended for installation on motors that:
- Correspond to the design B5 (in the event of deviations, consult our Customer Service
department [technical Customer Service department]).
- Have a radial and axial runout tolerance according to DIN EN 50347.
- Have a cylindrical shaft end with tolerance class h6 to k6.
2.5 Reasonably foreseeable misuse
Any usage that exceeds the maximum permitted speeds, torques and temperature is considered a
misuse and is therefore prohibited.
Co-riding the gearhead on the drive axle is prohibited. Exceptions require a written approval and
technical statement from
WITTENSTEIN alpha GmbH .
2.6 Guarantee and liability
Guarantee and liability claims are excluded for personal injury and material damage in case of
- Ignoring the information on transport and storage
- Improper use (misuse)
- Improper or neglected maintenance and repair
- Improper assembly / disassembly or improper operation (e.g. test run without secure
attachment)
- Operation of the gearhead when safety devices and equipment are defective
- Operation of the gearhead without lubricant
- Operation of a heavily soiled gearhead
- Modifications or reconstructions that have been carried out without the approval of
WITTENSTEIN alpha GmbH
2.7 General safety instructions
Objects flung out by rotating components can cause serious injuries.
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Remove objects and tools from the gearhead before putting it into
operation.
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Remove/Secure the shaft key (if available) if the gearhead is operated
without attachments on the output/drive side.