8
Improper
Maintenance work
WARNING!
Risk of injury due to improperly performed maintenance work!
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Ensure sufficient assembly clearance before starting work.
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Ensure tidiness and cleanliness at the assembly site!
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If components have been removed, ensure correct assembly, reinstall all fasteners and observe screw
tightening torques.
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When cleaning the bearing, use suitable cleaning agents that are compatible with the seal. For this
purpose, follow the instructions of the cleaning agent manufacturer.
Observe the following before recommissioning:
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Ensure that all maintenance work has been carried out and completed in accordance with the
information and notes in this manual.
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Ensure that there are no persons in the danger zone.
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Ensure that all covers and safety devices are installed and functioning properly.
NOTE!
Material damage due to faulty maintenance
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Inspect slewing ring for corrosion every six months.
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Depending on the application (e.g. influence of vibrations), retighten the screw connections at regular
intervals.
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If the bearing makes running noises, switch off the machine and determine the cause of the fault.
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Check the seals of the bearing at regular intervals.
Incorrect maintenance
7. Maintenance
7.1 Safety instructions for maintenance
Environmental protection
At all lubrication points supplied with lubricant, remove the escaping, used or excess grease and dispose
of it in accordance with the applicable local regulations..
Incorrect lubrication
NOTE!
Material damage to the bearing due to improper lubrication!
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Only use greases approved by the manufacturer (
chapter 5.1 “Approved lubricants”).
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Observe relubrication quantity and relubrication intervals (
chapter 8.2.1 “Relubrication”).
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Relubricate the bearing only at operating temperature.