Inspection and maintenance intervals
The following table shows the inspection and replacement intervals for the drive units:
Time interval | What should I do? | Who is permitted to perform the work? |
|---|---|---|
Every 3000 operating hours, at least every 6 months | Check running noise for possible bearing damage | Specialists at customer site |
In the event of bearing damage: Have the bearing replaced by the SEW-EURODRIVE Service team or specialists trained by SEW-EURODRIVE | SEW-EURODRIVE Service | |
Qualified specialists trained by SEW-EURODRIVE | ||
Visual inspection of the seals for leakage: | Specialists at customer site | |
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| Specialists at customer site | |
| SEW-EURODRIVE Service | |
For gear units with a torque arm: Check the rubber buffer and replace if damaged | Specialists at customer site | |
Every 20 000 operating hoursWear times are influenced by many factors. The system manufacturer must calculate the required inspection and maintenance intervals individually in accordance with the project planning documents. | Have the motor inspected by the SEW-EURODRIVE Service team or specialists trained by SEW-EURODRIVE. | SEW-EURODRIVE Service |
Qualified specialists trained by SEW-EURODRIVE | ||
The drive units are equipped with lubrication for life. The oil must be changed at least once every 5 years depending on the operating conditions and oil temperature (see product manual > chapter "Lubricant change intervals). | Change synthetic oil | Specialists at customer site |
Replace the oil seal at the output end (do not install it in the same track as the previous oil seal) | Specialists at customer site | |
When the cover/electronics cover is opened after an operating period of ≥ 6 months | When the cover/electronics cover is opened after an operating period of ≥ 6 months, the gasket between the connection box and the cover/electronics cover must always be replaced. The 6-month period can be shortened by harsh ambient/operating conditions, e.g. cleaning with aggressive chemicals or frequent temperature variations. | Specialists at customer site |
Each time the cover/electronics cover is opened | Visual inspection of the gasket between connection box and cover/electronics cover: The gasket must be replaced in the event of damage. | Specialists at customer site |
Varies (depending on external factors) | Touch up or renew the surfaces/corrosion protection coating | Specialists at customer site |
In order to prevent water deposits from accumulating in the B-side safety cover, it must be cleaned at regular intervals. | Specialists at customer site |
