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9. Operation of Power Gear
9.1 General notes on operation
The instructions in Section 1 "General safety notes", Section 10 "Faults, causes and remedies",
and Section 11 "Inspection and maintenance" must be complied with.
In order to achieve a perfect trouble-free operation of the gear unit, the operating factors defined in the
"Technical Data" must be complied with.
9.2 During operation monitor the following:
Operating temperature
When using mineral gear oils (CLP) the operating temperature should not exceed 80°C or only exceed this
limit for a short period. If synthetic gear oils (CLP) are used, an operating temperature must be set.
In combination with sealing rings made of FKM (fluororubber, Viton), a temperature of 110°C is permissible for
a short time.
Changing gear unit noises, vibrations
Oil leakage
on the housing and the shaft seal rings
Oil level
- to check the oil level, the gearbox must be stopped.
Check oil levels only with the gear unit in a cooled down condition:
•
If there is an oil sight glass, the oil level must be in the middle of the oil sight glass
•
If without an oil sight glass, the check is carried out at the lower screw plug of a vertical housing surface.
The oil level must touch the thread in the housing (see page 11, section 7.1)
Attention
:
Insufficient lubrication due to a too low oil level can lead to damage to the gear
parts and the bearings.
Carry out a regular oil level check
Warning
:
Possibility of severe burns on hot surfaces (>55°C).
Wear suitable gloves and protective clothing.
9.3 Irregularities
In case of changes compared to standard operation, e.g. increased temperatures, noises, vibrations, in case of
doubt the gearbox must be shut down to determine the cause. See section 10: "Faults, causes and remedies".
If necessary, consult our service department.
