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Dodge® Quantis® Ultra Kleen RHB Reducer
Gearmotors, C-Face Reducers, Separates
Instruction Manual
Sizes 38-48
These instructions must be read thoroughly before installation or operation. This instruction manual was accurate at the time of
printing. Please see
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for updated instruction manuals.
WARNING: To ensure the drive is not unexpectedly started, turn off and
lock-out or tag power source before proceeding. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in bodily injury.
WARNING: Because of the possible danger to person(s) or property
from accidents which may result from the improper use of products,
it is important that correct procedures be followed. Products must be
used in accordance with the engineering information specified in the
catalog. Proper installation, maintenance and operation procedures
must be observed. The instructions in the instruction manuals must
be followed. Inspections should be made as necessary to assure
safe operation under prevailing conditions. Proper guards and other
suitable safety devices or procedures as may be desirable or as may
be specified in safety codes should be provided, and are neither
provided by Dodge nor are the responsibility of Dodge. This unit and
its associated equipment must be installed, adjusted and maintained
by qualified personnel who are familiar with the construction and
operation of all equipment in the system and the potential hazards
involved. When risk to persons or property may be involved, a holding
device must be an integral part of the driven equipment beyond the
speed reducer output shaft.
WARNING: All products over 25 kg (55 lbs) are noted on the shipping
package. Proper lifting practices are required for these products.
GENERAL
Please read these instructions carefully. They contain vital
information on proper installation, operation, maintenance
and service for the Dodge Quantis Ultra Kleen (UK) RHB gear
reducer.
Each Dodge gear reducer is thoroughly inspected and tested at
the factory prior to shipment. Care is taken in packing of each
gear reducer. However, each gear reducer should be thoroughly
inspected before it is accepted from the transportation company.
If any of the goods called for in the bill of lading are damaged
or missing, do not accept the shipment until the freight agent
makes appropriate notation on your freight bill. If any loss or
damage is discovered later, notify the agent at once and request
an inspection. Though Dodge Mechanical Power Transmission
Company, Inc. will be happy to assist you with claims for loss or
damage in shipment, the transportation company is responsible
for reimbursing you for such claims. Claims for loss or damage
in shipment must not be deducted from the Dodge Mechanical
Power Transmission Company, Inc. invoice, nor should payment
of the Dodge Mechanical Power Transmission Company, Inc.
invoice be withheld awaiting claims adjustment. The carrier, not
Dodge, guarantees safe delivery. If considerable damage or
shortage has occurred and the situation is urgent, contact the
nearest Dodge Sales Office.
WARRANTY
NOTE: Service and repair under warranty should be performed
only by an Dodge Mechanical Power Transmission Company,
Inc. Authorized Service Shop. Contact Dodge Mechanical Power
Transmission Company, Inc. Product Support for Assistance.
The Dodge Quantis UK RHB is warranted under the Dodge
Mechanical Power Transmission Company, Inc. “Standard
Terms and Conditions of Sale”. Warranty claims must be
submitted to Dodge Mechanical Power Transmission Company,
Inc. within one year from the date of installation or within three
years from the date of manufacture, whichever comes first. The
warranty does not extend to failures induced by misuse, improper
storage or handling, abuse, or misapplication.
WARNING: High voltage and rotating parts can cause serious
or fatal injury and property damage. The use of electrical
machinery, like all other utilization of concentrated power and
rotating equipment, can be hazardous. Installation, operation and
maintenance should be performed only by qualified electrical and
mechanical maintenance personnel familiar with NEMA safety
standards, the National Electrical Code and sound local practices.
The manual is to be studied thoroughly by personnel responsible
for the installation and maintenance of this equipment before
installation is begun. Personnel must be familiar with the potential
hazards involved. If this warning is not observed, personal injury
and/or property damage may result. Keep this document for future
reference.
WARNING: Depending on operating conditions, sound levels for
Quantis products may exceed 70 dB. Protective measures such
as hearing protection may be needed when in close proximity to a
Quantis Reducer in operation.
WARNING: The Dodge Quantis UK RHB and its connected
equipment and accessories must be guarded. Rotating parts such
as couplings, pulleys, fans and unused shaft extensions must
be permanently guarded by the user against accidental contact
with personnel and their clothing. The surface temperature of the
Dodge Quantis UK RHB enclosure may reach temperatures which
can cause discomfort or injury to personnel accidentally coming
into contact with hot surfaces. The user should provide guards
to prevent accidental contact with hot surfaces. Guards must be
sufficiently rigid to maintain adequate guarding in normal service.
WARNING: Quantis products exceeding 30 lb (13.5 kg) should be
lifted using lift-assist equipment rated for the weight of the product.
Weight values for all Quantis products are listed in the Gearing
Engineering Catalog. Lifting brackets provided on Quantis should
be used when connecting to lift-assist equipment.
WARNING: Threaded hardware used to mount the The Dodge
Quantis UK RHB Unit must be 18-8 Stainless or Metric A-2
Stainless. DO NOT USE HARDWARE OF A LOWER GRADE.
