5
Startup
Checking the oil level
Assembly and Operating Instructions – Gear unit series R..7, F..7, K..7, K..9, S..7, SPIROPLAN
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5
Startup
CAUTION
Damage to the gear unit due to improper startup.
Possible damage to property.
• Observe the following notes.
• Before startup, always check that the oil level is correct. Refer to the unit's name-
plate for lubricant fill quantities.
• The oil level plugs and oil drain plugs, as well as the breather plugs and breather
valves must be freely accessible.
• The most important technical data is provided on the nameplate. Additional data
relevant for operation is available in drawings and the order confirmation.
• After having gear unit setup, ensure that all retaining screws are tight.
• Make sure that the alignment has not changed after tightening the mounting ele-
ments.
• Prior to startup, ensure that rotating shafts as well as couplings are equipped with
suitable protective covers.
• If the gear unit has an oil sight glass to monitor the oil level, the oil sight glass must
be protected against damage.
• It is essential that there is no open fire or risk of sparks when working on the gear
unit.
• Protect the gear unit from falling objects.
• Remove transport protection prior to startup.
• Strictly observe the safety notes in the individual chapters.
5.1
Checking the oil level
Before startup, make sure that the oil level corresponds to the mounting position. Ob-
serve section "Checking the oil level and changing the oil" (
If the gear unit is equipped with an oil sight glass, you can also determine the oil level
at the oil sight glass.
NOTICE
Damage to the gear unit due to oil leaking from the damaged oil sight glass.
Possible damage to the unit.
• Attach a protective device to prevent the oil sight glass from being damaged by
mechanical impacts.
1. Observe the notes in chapter "General information (
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2. Check the oil level at the oil sight glass according to the following figure:
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