Low-voltage motors, standard machines compact (41 pages)
Summary of Contents for Siemens Worm Gearbox S 5 BA 2012
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MOTOX Worm Gearbox S BA 2012 Operating Instructions · 03/2013 MOTOX Answers for industry.
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General information and ___________________ BA 2012 safety notes ___________________ Technical description Incoming goods, transport, ___________________ and storage MOTOX ___________________ Installation Worm Gearbox S ___________________ BA 2012 Commissioning ___________________ Operation Operating Instructions ___________________ Faults, causes, and remedies ___________________ Service and maintenance ___________________ Disposal ___________________...
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Note the following: WARNING Siemens products may only be used for the applications described in the catalog and in the relevant technical documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems.
Table of contents General information and safety notes ......................5 General information ........................5 Copyright............................7 Intended use ..........................7 Obligations of the user ........................8 Particular types of hazards ......................10 Technical description ..........................11 General description........................11 Cooling ............................11 Rating plate ..........................11 Surface treatment ........................12 Incoming goods, transport, and storage....................
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Table of contents Faults, causes, and remedies ........................35 Service and maintenance ........................37 General notes about maintenance....................37 Check gearbox for leaks ......................38 Cleaning the gearbox or geared motor ..................39 Checking tightness of fastening bolts ..................40 Disposal..............................
Instructions and measures that apply in particular to ATEX version gearboxes. Note Siemens AG does not accept any liability for damage and failures that result from the non- observance of these operating instructions. These operating instructions are part of the gearbox delivery. Store the operating instructions near the gearbox.
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The gearboxes described here correspond to the state of the art at the time these operating instructions were printed. Siemens AG reserves the right to change individual components and accessory parts in the interest of further development. The changes serve to improve the performance and safety.
General information and safety notes 1.2 Copyright Copyright The copyright to these operating instructions is held by Siemens AG. These operating instructions must not be wholly or partly reproduced for competitive purposes, used in any unauthorized way or made available to third parties without agreement of Siemens AG.
General information and safety notes 1.4 Obligations of the user Obligations of the user The operator must ensure that all persons assigned to work on the gearbox have read and understood these operating instructions and that they follow them in all points in order to: ●...
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Observe the permissible tightening torque of the fastening bolts. Replace damaged bolts with new bolts of the same type and strength class. Siemens AG accepts the warranty only for original spare parts. The manufacturer who installs the geared motors in a plant must include the regulations contained in the operating instructions in its own operating instructions.
General information and safety notes 1.5 Particular types of hazards Particular types of hazards WARNING Extreme surface temperatures Hot surfaces over +55 °C pose a burn risk. Cold surfaces below 0 °C pose a risk of damage due to freezing. Do not touch the gearbox without protection.
Technical description General description The gearbox is supplied with one transmission stage. The gearbox housing is made from die-cast aluminum. The worm shaft is hardened and ground. The gear is manufactured from high-quality bronze. All shafts are mounted in roller bearings. The gearbox is lubricated for life with high-quality synthetic oil.
Technical description 2.4 Surface treatment The adhesive and the material ensure firm adhesion and long-term legibility within the operating temperature range from -40 °C to +155 °C. The edges of the rating plate are paint-finished to match the color of the gearbox or motor to which it is affixed.
Notify the freight company of any damage caused during transport immediately (this is the only way to have damage rectified free of charge). Siemens AG will not accept any claims relating to items missing from the delivery and which are submitted at a later date.
Incoming goods, transport, and storage 3.2 Transport Transport NOTICE Damage caused by force Transport the gearbox or geared motor carefully. Avoid knocks. Before putting the drive into operation, remove any transport fixtures and keep them safe or render them ineffective. For further transports reuse or reactivate them again. Different forms of packaging may be used, depending on the size of the gearbox or geared motor and the method of transport.
Incoming goods, transport, and storage 3.3 Storage Storage WARNING Danger of serious injuries caused by falling objects Danger of damage to the gearbox when stacked Do not stack gearboxes or geared motors on each other. NOTICE Failure of the external protection Mechanical damage, chemical damage and thermal damage, such as scratches, acids, alkalis, sparks, welding beads and heat cause corrosion.
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Incoming goods, transport, and storage 3.3 Storage BA 2012 Operating Instructions, 03/2013, 70000004024300...
Installation Unpacking NOTICE Transport damage impairs the correct function of the gearbox Never commission faulty gearboxes or geared motors. Check the gearbox or geared motor for completeness and for damage. Report any missing parts or damage immediately. Remove and dispose of the packaging material and transport fixtures appropriately. General information on installation ATEX version gearboxes Effect on bearings of stray electric currents from electrical equipment.
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Installation 4.2 General information on installation NOTICE Overheating of the gearbox due to exposure to direct sunlight Provide suitable protective equipment such as covers or roofs. Prevent heat accumulation. NOTICE Malfunction resulting from foreign objects The operator must ensure that no foreign objects impair the function of the gearbox. NOTICE Exceeding the permissible oil sump temperature due to incorrect settings of temperature monitoring equipment...
Installation 4.3 Tightening torque for fastening bolts on the gearbox Observe the type of construction specified on the rating plate. This ensures that the correct quantity of lubricant is provided. Use all the fastening means which have been assigned to the relevant type of construction. Cap screws cannot be used in some cases due to a lack of space.
Installation 4.4 Gearbox with foot mounting Gearbox with foot mounting NOTICE Do not subject the gearbox to excessive stress when tightening the fastening bolts The foundation must be level and free from dirt. The levelness deviation of the gearbox support must not exceed 0.1 mm. The foundation should be designed in such a way that no resonance vibrations are created and no vibrations are transmitted from adjacent foundations.
Installation 4.6 Gearbox with C-type housing flange Gearbox with C-type housing flange The gearbox with C-type housing flange is delivered ready for mounting on machines. It is mounted using an inner centering. The sealing rings are pressed in lower at both ends so that simple mounting is ensured.
Installation 4.7 Mounting the input or output element on the gearbox Mounting the input or output element on the gearbox WARNING Danger of burns due to hot parts Do not touch the gearbox without protection NOTICE Damage to shaft sealing rings caused by solvent or benzine Avoid contact at all times.
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Installation 4.7 Mounting the input or output element on the gearbox Use a fitting device to fit the input or output elements. Figure 4-2 Example of a fitting device Observe the correct mounting arrangement to minimize stress on shafts and bearings due to lateral forces.
Installation 4.8 Removing and installing the protection cover Removing and installing the protection cover The protection cover is delivered ready-fitted to the gearbox flange. The protection cover must be removed in order to fit the output shaft. ① Screw ② Protection cover ③...
Installation 4.9 Installing and removing the shaft-mounted gearbox Installing and removing the shaft-mounted gearbox 4.9.1 General information on installing the shaft-mounted gearbox NOTICE Damage to shaft sealing rings caused by solvent or benzine Avoid contact at all times. NOTICE Misalignment of and stress on the hollow shaft can lead to excessive load and cause the bearings to fail The hollow shaft must be flush with the machine shaft to avoid misalignment.
Installation 4.9 Installing and removing the shaft-mounted gearbox 4.9.2 Installing the hollow shaft with parallel key Not included in scope of supply ① Machine shaft / nsert shaft ② Hollow shaft ③ Hexagon nut ④ Threaded spindle ⑤ Disk ⑥ Locking ring ⑦...
Installation 4.9 Installing and removing the shaft-mounted gearbox ③ ④ 3. Use a nut and threaded spindle to fit the gearbox. The counterforce is provided by ② the hollow shaft ③ ④ 4. Replace the nut and threaded spindle with a setscrew and tighten it with the specified torque.
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Installation 4.9 Installing and removing the shaft-mounted gearbox ① Disk ② Threaded block ③ Parallel key ④ Hexagon nut ⑤ Threaded spindle Figure 4-6 Removing the hollow shaft with feather key ① ⑤ Items are not included in the scope of supply. Procedure 1.
Installation 4.10 Torque arms with shaft-mounted gearboxes 4.10 Torque arms with shaft-mounted gearboxes Torque arms can absorb the reaction torque and the weight force of the gearbox. ATEX version gearboxes Worn or irreparably damaged rubber elements will not function properly. Impact can cause sparks.
Installation 4.11 Mounting the motor The torque arm can be fitted in various positions, depending on the hole circle pitch. Procedure 1. Clean the contact surfaces between the housing and the torque arm. 2. Tighten the bolts M6 to 10 Nm torque. You have now mounted the torque arm.
Commissioning WARNING Danger of severe injuries caused by the unintentional starting of the drive unit Secure the drive unit to prevent it from being started up unintentionally. Attach a warning notice to the start switch. WARNING Incorrect disposal of used oil is a threat to the environment and health Remove any oil spillage immediately with an oil-binding agent in compliance with environmental requirements.
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Commissioning BA 2012 Operating Instructions, 03/2013, 70000004024300...
Operation ATEX version gearboxes The difference between the temperature of the housing and the ambient temperature of max. +40 °C must not exceed 70 K. Using a suitable temperature sensor, measure the temperature at the lowest point of the housing (oil sump) or at the mounting surface in the case of output units. Changes are an indication of possible incipient damage.
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Operation BA 2012 Operating Instructions, 03/2013, 70000004024300...
Faults, causes, and remedies Note Faults and malfunctions occurring during the warranty period and requiring repair work on the gearbox must be remedied only by Technical Support. In the case of faults and malfunctions occurring after the warranty period, the cause of which cannot be precisely identified, we advise our customers to contact Technical Support.
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Faults, causes, and remedies Faults Causes Remedy Unusual noises on the motor Excessive bearing play and / or Check bearing and replace bearing defective if necessary Motor brake rubbing Check air gap and adjust if necessary Inverter parameterization Correct parameterization Oil leak Shaft sealing rings defective Replace the shaft sealing rings...
NOTICE Material damage caused by improper maintenance Service and maintenance must only be carried out by properly trained and authorized personnel. Only original parts supplied by Siemens AG can be used for servicing and maintenance. Note The gearbox is lubricated for life.
Service and maintenance 8.2 Check gearbox for leaks Measure Interval Description of work Check gearbox for leaks After the first day, thereafter See Check gearbox for leaks monthly (Page 38) Clean the gearbox Depending on degree of soiling, See Cleaning the gearbox or at least every 6 months geared motor (Page 39) Check that fastening bolts on...
Service and maintenance 8.3 Cleaning the gearbox or geared motor Cleaning the gearbox or geared motor NOTICE Dust deposits prevent heat radiation and cause high housing temperatures Keep the geared motor free from dirt and dust. NOTICE Cleaning with high-pressure cleaning equipment can cause water to enter the gearbox. Seals can be damaged Do not use a high-pressure cleaning appliance to clean the geared motor.
Service and maintenance 8.4 Checking tightness of fastening bolts Checking tightness of fastening bolts ATEX version gearboxes Loose parts can cause sparks through impact. Entry of foreign bodies can cause sparks. Note Replace damaged headless screws with new screws of the same type and strength class. Switch off the power to the drive unit and use a torque wrench to check the seating of all fastening bolts.
Disposal WARNING Incorrect disposal of used oil is a threat to the environment and health After use, oil must be taken to a used oil collection point. The addition of foreign material such as solvents and brake and cooling fluid is prohibited. Avoid prolonged contact with the skin.
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Disposal BA 2012 Operating Instructions, 03/2013, 70000004024300...
In the case of geared motors, a rating plate attached to the motor usually indicates the data for the entire drive. In certain cases separate rating plates are mounted on the gearbox and the motor. SIEMENS SIEMENS IEC60034 KAF108-LA160L4-L150/100GH...
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Technical data 10.1 General technical data Frequency 1 Rated frequency f [Hz] Speed at output n [rpm] Torque at output T [Nm] Service factor f Frequency 2 Rated frequency f [Hz] Speed at output n [rpm] Torque at output T [Nm] Service factor f Motor data...
Technical data 10.2 Weight Rating plate for ATEX version gearboxes SIEMENS 16 19 CE marking or other marking, if required Applied standard Model - Type - Size Order No. Serial No. Weight m [kg] IEC 60034-5 or IEC 60529 protection...
Technical data 10.3 Types of construction 10.3 Types of construction The type of construction designations are compliant with IEC 60034-7 (Code I). The lubrication for life has been designed to enable the gearbox to be operated in all the types of construction and mounting positions shown. A, B Position of insert shaft/solid shaft Figure 10-3...
Please note that spare parts and accessories not supplied by us have not been tested or approved by us. Siemens AG will accept no liability or warranty whatsoever for damage occurring as a result of the use of non-original spare parts or accessories.
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Spare parts Gearbox housing Flange Screw Torque arm Screw Flange Screw Screw Insert shaft Parallel key Parallel key Screw Disk Disk Locking ring Sealing cap Figure 11-2 Worm gearbox S sizes 08, 18, 28 BA 2012 Operating Instructions, 03/2013, 70000004024300...
Declaration of Incorporation Declaration of Incorporation according to Directive 2006/42/EC Annex II 1 B. The manufacturer Siemens AG, 72072 Tübingen, Germany, declares for the partly completed machine MOTOX worm gearbox S.08, S.18, S.28: The special technical documentation was generated according to Annex VII B.