SEW-Eurodrive M1 N Series, Руководство по сборке и эксплуатации

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Inspection/maintenance
Checking the oil consistency
Assembly and Operating Instructions – M1..N Series Single-Stage Helical Gear Units
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Oil dipstick (optional)
Observe the notes in chapter " Preliminary work regarding inspection and mainte-
nance" (→
2
77).
1. Unscrew the oil dipstick and remove it.
2. Clean the oil dipstick and re-insert it by pushing it into the gear unit up to the stop.
Do not screw in the oil dipstick using force).
3. Remove the oil dipstick and check the oil level.
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4. Proceed as follows if the oil level is too low:
• Open the oil fill plug.
• Fill in new oil of the same type via the oil fill plug up to the mark [1].
• Check the oil level again.
5. Screw in the oil dipstick.
7.5 Checking the oil consistency
Observe the notes in chapter " Preliminary work regarding inspection and mainte-
nance" (→
2
77).
1. Determine the oil drain position and place a container underneath.
2. Slowly open the oil drain valve and drain some oil.
3. Close the oil drain valve.
4. Check the oil consistency:
• Check the drained oil for appearance, color, and contamination.
• If the oil sample is severely contaminated (e.g. water, color, dirt), consult a spe-
cialist to find out the cause.
• For more detailed information on checking the oil for water content and viscos-
ity, contact your lubricant manufacturer.
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