SECTION 5—MOTORS
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Replacing the SSD Motor or Gearbox Only
NOTE: For this procedure, refer to FIGURE 5.2 ON PAGE 40.
NOTE: Take note of the position and orientation of the motor in relation to the gearbox before separating the motor from the gearbox.
1.
Remove the square neck bolt, spacer, washer and locknut securing the band clamp to the motor/gearbox assembly.
2.
Pulling the band clamp open, remove the existing band clamp from the motor/gearbox assembly. Discard existing band
clamp.
3.
Firmly gripping the motor and the gearbox, pull to separate the motor from the gearbox.
4.
Remove the existing coupling from between the motor and the gearbox.
5.
Discard the existing coupling and either the existing motor or gearbox depending on which is being replaced.
6.
Insert the new coupling onto the motor drive shaft.
7.
Align the gearbox drive shaft with the new coupling.
8.
Twist the motor to the proper alignment to the gearbox. Refer to Aligning the SSD Motor to the Gearbox on page 41.
9.
Push the motor into the gearbox.
NOTE: When installing the new band clamp, it may be necessary to pull the band clamp open to slide the new band clamp around the
motor/gearbox.
10. Use the new band clamp, and the existing square neck bolt, spacer, washer and locknut to secure the motor to the
gearbox. Torque locknut to 75 in-lbs ± 10%.
11. If replacing the motor, install the brake lever. Refer to Installing the SSD Brake Lever on page 41.
FIGURE 5.2
Replacing the SSD Motor or Gearbox Only
Square Neck Bolt
Spacer
Washer
Locknut
Band Clamp
Motor
Gearbox
Coupling
Gearbox Drive Shaft
Motor Drive Shaft
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