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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS-------------------------------------------------------i
LIST OF FIGURES AND TABLES --------------------------------------- iii
1 INTRODUCTION ---------------------------------------------------- 1
1.1 SCOPE..............................................................................1
1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...............................................1
1.3 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION ........................................1
1.3.1 Factory Testing..........................................................1
1.3.2 Gearing......................................................................2
1.3.3 Bearings.....................................................................2
1.3.4 Instrumentation..........................................................2
1.3.5
1.3.6 Housing .....................................................................2
Lubrication ................................................................2
1.3.7 Accessories................................................................2
2 SAFETY SUMMARY------------------------------------------------ 4
2.1 GENERAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...........................4
2.2 SAFETY EQUIPMENT...................................................5
2.2.1 Wear Proper Safety Equipment.................................5
2.2.2 Reduce Danger of Damage to Hearing......................5
2.3 REDUCE RISK OF ACCIDENTAL SHOCK................. 5
2.4 RESUSCITATION...........................................................5
2.5 POSSIBLE MISUSES OF EQUIPMENT........................5
3 INSTALLATION ----------------------------------------------------- 6
3.1 RECEIPT OF SHIPMENT...............................................6
3.2 STORAGE........................................................................6
3.2.1 Corrosion Protection During Inoperative Periods .....6
3.3 LIFTING, HANDLING ...................................................7
3.4 FOUNDATION................................................................7
3.5 TRANSPORT BUSHING................................................7
3.6 ALIGNMENT ..................................................................7
3.6.1 General ......................................................................7
3.6.2 Anticipation of Shaft Operating Positions................. 8
3.6.3 Alignment Sequence..................................................8
3.6.4 Alignment Checking..................................................9
3.7 TOOTH CONTACT CHECK .......................................... 9
4 OPERATION -------------------------------------------------------- 10
4.1 LUBRICATION.............................................................10
4.2 OIL TYPE AND GRADE.............................................. 10
4.3 CUSTOMER CHECK BEFORE START-UP................10
4.4 START-UP PROCEDURE ............................................11
4.5. CUSTOMER CHECK AFTER START-UP ..................11
4.6 ALARM SWITCHES.....................................................11
5 PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE--------------------------------12
5.1 INTRODUCTION..........................................................12
5.2 DAILY MAINTENANCE .............................................13
5.3 MONTHLY MAINTENANCE......................................13
6 DISASSEMBLY------------------------------------------------------15
6.1 GENERAL......................................................................15
6.1.1 Lock out/Tag Out Procedure ...................................15
6.1.2 Visual Inspection.....................................................15
6.2 TOOLS REQUIRED ......................................................15
6.3 SPARE PARTS ..............................................................16
6.4 REMOVAL OF GEAR COVER ....................................16
6.5 REMOVAL OF HIGH SPEED PINION........................16
6.6 REMOVAL OF LOW SPEED GEAR ...........................17
6.7 REMOVAL OF TORQUE SHAFT................................17
8 BEARING INSPECTION------------------------------------------22
8.1 BEARING TYPE ...........................................................22
8.2 BEARING CONDITION ASSESSMENT.....................22
8.2.1 Bearing Clearance ...................................................22
8.2.2 Bearing Contact and Correction ..............................23
8.2.3 Bearing High Spots..................................................23
8.2.4 Flaking of Babbitt....................................................23
8.2.5 Scoring.....................................................................23
8.2.6 Wiping .....................................................................24
8.3 REPLACEMENT BEARINGS ......................................24
9 REASSEMBLY ------------------------------------------------------25
9.1 PREPARATION.............................................................25
9.2 REASSEMBLY SEQUENCE ........................................25
9.2.1 Gear Assembly ........................................................25
9.2.2 Bottom Section ........................................................25
9.2.3 Middle Section.........................................................26
9.2.4 Top Section..............................................................27
List of Figures
and Tables Figure 1 Lifting provisions ......................................................7
Figure 2. Axial thermal growth.................................................8
Figure 3. Mechanical and thermal movement........................... 8
Figure 4. Generator, gear unit, and turbine aligned ..................9
Figure 5. Tooth contact patterns .............................................20
Figure 6. Pressure dam journal bearing ..................................22
Figure 7. Orientation of pressure dam bearings...................... 26
Introduction 1
QUALITY AND PERFORMANCE ARE PRIMARY CONCERNS AT LUFKIN.
The employees of LUFKIN Industries have made every effort to provide the customer with
high quality, long lasting equipment which will give trouble-free service for many years
provided it is operated within its designed capacity and is properly lubricated and maintained.
Reflecting its commitment to Quality, LUFKIN’s Quality Management system has been
certified to ISO-9001 Det Norske Veritas Quality System Certificate, No. CERT-8443-2006-
AQ-HOU-ANAB.
For further assistance from LUFKIN, please call or fax the following numbers:
LOCATION PHONE FAX
Customer Service (Parts, etc.) (936) 637-5211 (936) 637-5883
1.1 SCOPE
The objective of this manual is to give general information on installation, lubrication,
operation, maintenance, disassembly and reassembly of LUFKIN Industries NFVQ2419D
vertical gear units. In addition, there is supplementary information on unit storage, coupling
alignment, oil characteristics, bearing wear, and gear wear. Table 1 provides an overview of
equipment features.
1.2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Every effort has been made to place hazard warnings and explanatory or cautionary notes in
appropriate parts of this text. It is strongly recommended that this manual be reviewed
thoroughly before attempting to install, operate, service, or repair this equipment.
1.3 EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION
LUFKIN model NFVQ2419D is a single reduction parallel shaft speed reducer.
For a cross section view of the gearing see the Parts List; and for the general shaft
arrangement, shaft ends, and hold down locations see the Installation Plan. The Mass Elastic
drawing provides component weights and Wr2 values. A Wiring Diagram is provided for
reference.
1.3.2 Gearing
This unit has vertically offset double helical gearing at a ratio of 1.209:1, with the pinion
above the gear/torque shaft assembly. The pinion assembly has an integral coupling hub to
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couple to a turbine. The gear assembly has an integral coupling hub to couple to a generator.
Gears and pinions are made from carburizing grade alloy steel forgings.
LUFKIN gears are computer designed and rated according to the latest American Petroleum
Institute (API) and American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) standards.
Conservative service factors, based on API and AGMA recommendations and on LUFKIN's
experience, are applied to the ratings to ensure long gear life.
1.3.3 Bearings
Both the high speed and low speed bearings are hydrodynamic journal bearings with pressure
dams. Thrust bearings are not provided. The low speed gear shaft has ½ inch endplay;
however, axial position of the pinion is limited by the clutch located between the pinion and
the turning drive.
1.3.4 Instrumentation
Installed instrumentation includes:
• four embedded RTD’s, Minco duplex, platinum element, one in each radial bearing
• two accelerometers–Bentley Nevada
• vibration probe provisions
• all necessary interconnecting lead wires
1.3.5 Housing
The housing is a three piece fabricated steel structure, with the split lines on the horizontal
centerlines of the rotating elements. Inspection covers are provided for inspection and
examination of all gear components, with a vent connection provided in the center section to
maintain atmospheric pressure inside the gear housing. The outside housing is painted with
an epoxy topcoat. The inside is not coated.
1.3.6 Lubrication
The unit uses AGMA standard Light Turbine Oil, 150 SSU at 100 F (ISO# VG-32, 32 cSt at
˚
40 C). Pressurized lubrication is carried by inmesh and outmesh spray pipes with spray
˚
nozzles at a maximum flow of 275 gpm at 30 psi with a maximum inlet temperature of 140 F ˚
(1250 L/min. at 207 KPa with an inlet temperature of 60 C.) The lubrication system is
˚
1.3.7 Accessories
This unit is supplied with a Safeset clutch located between the quill and torque shaft that
limits the amount of overload that can be transmitted by the gearbox. This unit is also
provided with a Koenig Turning Drive. The clutch between the turning drive and the high
speed pinion is designed to dis-engage when the speed of the pinion exceeds that of the
turning drive output shaft. See the Koenig section of the manual as well as pages 8 & 9 of
this manual for specific requirements. NOTE: The Koenig turning drive needs to be filled
with a special lubricant to the level recommended in the Koenig section of this manual prior
to activation.
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Weight
Unit–33,000 lbs (14,970 kg) Heaviest Maintenance Lift (LS Assy)–7474 lbs.(3390 kg)
Instrumentation
Minco embedded RTDs Bently-Nevada Koenig Turning Drive Safeset Torque Limiter
accelerometers
Safety Summary 2
Table 2. Standard Danger, Warning, and Caution Symbols
DANGER notices are used to WARNING notices are used CAUTION notices are used to
indicate an imminently to indicate a potentially indicate a potentially
hazardous situation. Failure hazardous situation. Failure hazardous situation. Failure
to comply will result in to comply could result in to comply may result in
death or serious injury to death or serious injury to minor or moderate injury to
personnel. personnel. personnel and/or damage to
equipment.
When manuals
LUFKIN, areincluded
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vendor for auxiliary
to this manual.or IMPORTANT:
accessory equipment installed
Read and by
observe
all safety warnings and messages in vendor manuals.
LUFKIN does not assume responsibility for proper guarding of shafting and couplings. LUFKIN
may in some cases supply the guards; however, because of the position of the gear in the power
train, the guards must also be attached to other equipment. The user must insure adequate
guarding is provided and used in the power train.
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2.4 RESUSCITATION
Personnel working with or near high voltage should be familiar with modern methods of
resuscitation. Such information may be obtained from the Bureau of Medicine and Surgery or the
Red Cross.
Installation 3
3.1 RECEIPT OF SHIPMENT
Equipment should be checked against shipping papers on receipt. The gear unit should also
undergo a visual inspection to ensure that no damage has occurred during shipment. If you
suspect that the unit may be damaged, contact LUFKIN for assistance. Check:
• Gear casing and shafts for signs of damage.
• Any gauges provided for cracks in the glass.
• Piping for dents, crimps, cracks or other damage.
A black coating of Equipment-Kote™ by Esgard, Inc., has been applied to all non-painted
surfaces. Before installation, carefully remove the coating, using a safe solvent and a soft rag.
Take care not to damage any oil seals or shafting while cleaning. All piping furnished by
anyone other than LUFKIN should be carefully cleaned.
The Installation Plan drawing for the gear will show all customer piping connections as well
as any electrical connections.
3.2 STORAGE
The gear is tested at LUFKIN with a break-in oil that contains a rust preventative (Interfilm
Type 1™ by Esgard, Inc.) which will protect the internal parts for at least six months after
shipment. Do not store the gear unit outdoors unless covered. If the inoperative period is
greater than six months, see "Corrosion Protection During Inoperative Periods."
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3.3 LIFTING, HANDLING
FOUR LIFTPOINTS
Always
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provides lifting weights. See Figure 1 for lifting
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provision locations.
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3.4 FOUNDATION
The unit must be seated on a substantial foundation. The unit is mounted in a base plate
enclosure with tapped holes already in place so that bolts can be used to clamp down the feet
of the gear unit (with the proper shims in place) at all positions. Shim space allows room for
proper positioning of the gear unit for slow speed and high speed coupling alignment. In
making up the shim pack use as few shims as possible so that the pack will not be "soft". The
housing must not be twisted or in a bind as this will adversely affect tooth contact and will
cause bearing edge loading.
CAUTION:
3.5 TRANSPORT BUSHING
During factory assembly and testing and for shipping security,
Torque shaft transport bushing the low speed gear is held in position by a two-piece blue
(blue ring) must be removed prior torque shaft transport bushing on the extension end of the gear
to start-up.
shaft. This ring must be removed prior to start-up. Store the
bushing for later use in alignment or transport.
3.6 ALIGNMENT
3.6.1 General
Securing proper shaft alignment is one of the most important
phases of setting up a gear unit. Any appreciable misalignment
CAUTION: can cause a multitude of gear problems from excess bearing
and gear tooth wear to vibration problems. Uncorrected
Adequate foundation must be provided misalignment can lead to catastrophic failure. Therefore, it is
for proper alignment. essential that thermal growth and shaft operating position in
the bearings be anticipated during shaft alignment and that
good alignment be maintained.
machinery
at thermal starts out cold and
equilibrium. The stationary, and proceeds
detailed procedure to operation
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as shown andthe
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document. The following can be used as a check to verify the final positions are acceptable:
1. Position the equipment on the base as instructed with shims as desired to permit future
equipment replacement if desired.
2. Connect the low speed torque shaft to the generator. Apply torque to the pinion until
the pinion is pulled in operating mesh with the gear.
3. Check dimension between clutch input flange and output ring. This dimension should
be 2.150±0.025 cold.
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4. Move the gearbox or the generator axially until the dimensional requirement is met.
NOTE: High speed shaft coupling “stretch” should be established from the pinion position
established in (3) above.
5. Pull pinion flange toward turbine and verify dimension between clutch input flange and
output ring is less than 2.300.
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Operation 4
4.1 LUBRICATION
At the time of shipment, LUFKIN coats interior gear parts with a rust preventative oil. This
oil should be compatible with the operating oil, and it should not be necessary to flush the
unit prior to putting in lubricating oil.
In the gear drive, lubrication serves three basic functions:
1. To separate tooth surfaces and prevent metal-to-metal contact, thereby reducing friction
and wear.
2. To remove heat losses at the gear mesh.
3. To remove heat produced in the bearings.
It is very important to the successful and satisfactory operation of a gear unit that careful
attention be given to proper lubrication, and that the lubricant be kept clean. Every precaution
should be taken to prevent water and foreign particles from entering the gear case. If the oil
does become contaminated by water or foreign particles, it should be analyzed and changed,
if necessary, or cleaned and reconditioned.
WARNING:
4.4 START-UP PROCEDURE
Activate turning drive and operate at turning drive speed
Coupling guards and inspection covers while ensuring acceptable oil pressure, etc. Start turbine and
must be secured BEFORE start-up. operate at idle speed until temperature is stabilized. Ensure
turning drive has disengaged. Bring up to operating speed and
check for acceptable temperature and vibration.
CAUTION:
Operation of the gear unit with no oil will
result in damage.
4.5. CUSTOMER CHECK AFTER
START-UP
1. Watch the bearings for a sudden high temperature rise which could indicate a bearing
problem.
2. Run gear under full load and speed and check for unusual noise and vibration. Expected
maximum shaft vibration level for the NFVQ2419D is 2.0 mils (0.05 mm) peak-to-peak
displacement. The expected maximum housing velocity is 0.2 in/sec peak (5 mm/sec).
The preliminary settings for warning indicators offered below in “Alarm Switches”
exceed the expected operating levels.
3. Also check oil temperature and bearing temperature. See “Alarm Switches” below for
starting alarm settings. After temperature stabilization, the oil temperature into the gear
unit should generally not be hotter than 140°F (60°C).
4. After unit has run for two hours under load, start turning drive and shut unit down.
Operate turning drive until unit has cooled acceptably. Shut turning drive down. Check
coupling alignment, check and tighten any bolts that may be loose, and check tooth
contact.
Preventive
Maintenance 5
LUFKIN recommends following the detailed maintenance
schedule on the next few pages for most operating conditions.
5.1 INTRODUCTION
The Scheduled Maintenance instructions in this manual are intended to provide a guide for
minimum operations required to insure years of trouble-free operation. Table 4 gives an
overview of scheduled maintenance.
If major repairs should be needed on this gear unit, it is best to return it to the factory. If time
is not available for factory repairs, LUFKIN has capable field servicemen available who can
go to the job site.
If the customer desires to repair the equipment, the parts list furnished with the gear unit and
the information in this manual should be studied carefully.
Good preventive maintenance habits will prolong the life of the gear unit and will help in
detecting trouble spots before they cause serious damage and long down time.
QUARTERLY ANNUALLY
5.2 DAILY MAINTENANCE
• Check the oil temperature and pressure against previously established norms.
• Check for unusual vibration and noise.
• Check for oil leaks.
5.3 MONTHLY MAINTENANCE
• Check operation of auxiliary equipment and/or instrumentation and alarms.
• Check tightness of foundation bolts.
• Check oil for possible contamination. A sample should be obtained from the floor of the
gear case.
5.4 QUARTERLY MAINTENANCE
• The greatest advantage to oil analysis is that it can detect many failures before they are
catastrophic.
immediately. The only the
Monitor wayresults.
to do this
If a is to takeisfrequent
change samplesaccordingly.
noted, respond and have them evaluated
Take an oil sample and submit for laboratory analysis. Compare the results to the initial
baseline analysis done when oil was first put into the unit. It is recommended that the oil
be changed in the following cases:
5.5 ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
• Check bearing clearance and endplay.
• Check tooth contact pattern.
• Visually inspect couplings and check alignment.
• Inspect tags and labels showing replacement part numbers. Replace if necessary.
• Inspect warning signs and labels. Replace if necessary.
5.6 OIL CHANGE INTERVALS
Under normal operating conditions, the lubricating oil should be changed every 2500 hours
of operation or every six months, whichever comes first.
The gear elements should be carefully visually inspected
through the inspection cover opening before adding new
CAUTION: or reconditioned oil. If a filter is used, it should be cleaned
at each oil change. After changing the oil filter element,
When working near rotating elements, be
refill the reservoir with new oil. (See OPERATION, “Oil
certain that the driving and driven
equipment are securely locked out. Type and Grade” and note the AGMA lubricant number
on the nameplate.) Be sure that the correct oil level has
been reached before starting again.
Complete oil changes for units with large capacity oil
systems are sometimes impractical. In this case, draining the oil system, cleaning the
reservoir and/or gear sump, and then recharging the system with the original oil that has been
cleaned and reconditioned may be sufficient. If this approach is taken, LUFKIN strongly
recommends routine oil analysis so that any breakdown of the oil being reused can be
detected before affecting gear operation.
Disassembly 6
During disassembly, refer to the Installation Plan and
Parts List furnished for the gear unit.
6.1 GENERAL
NOTE: Any work done on equipment during the warranty period without the
written approval of an authorized LUFKIN representative could void the
warranty.
on each end
positions andof the gear
prying withunit. Some
a large sharp raps
screwdriver maywith
be aneeded
rawhide hammer
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line
joint.
9. Attach a crane or hoist to the lifting lugs in the cover
and carefully lift the cover about 1/4 inch (6 mm).
CAUTION: Check that bearings remain seated and no conduit or
wiring that crosses the parting line is still connected.
Do not bump pinion with the raised
cover. 10. Carefully lift the cover straight up until it clears the
gearing. The cover will need enough clearance (4
inches (100 mm) or more) above the gear and studs
for the cover to be removed.
11. Place the cover on wood blocks so that the machined split line will not be damaged.
Take care that internal lubrication lines are not damaged.
Ensure that wire is twisted together tightly so that bearings will not shift when pinion
is removed.
c. Separate the bearings after pinion removal only if necessary to perform bearing
inspection. See BEARING INSPECTION for details on assessing bearing condition.
3. Remove the high speed pinion (with its bearings if attached) using a soft sling on each
side of the mesh. Place the pinion on a soft material such as wood or rubber or a padded
V rack, taking care not to damage the gear teeth or bearings. If bearing inspection is to
be performed, remove the wire and bearings prior to positioning pinion.
Gear Inspection 7
7.1 TOOTH CONTACT CHECKING
7.1.1 Introduction
The purpose of this guide is to describe why you should check gear tooth contact, how the
actual check is made, and how to interpret the tooth contact check on power transmission
gearing with involute double helical teeth and parallel input and output shafts.
When working near rotating elements, gear teeth is line contact; therefore, the alignment between
the rotating elements (pinion and gear) is critical. Tooth
be certain prime mover is turned off and alignment is controlled by the accuracy of the rotating
locked out/tagged out.
elements, the housing, and the bearing assembly.
Soft blue is usually applied to three or four teeth on the pinion in two places 180° apart.
Clean the teeth thoroughly with solvent, and brush on the blue in a very thin and even layer.
With the gear set centered, hold a drag on the gear and roll the pinion through mesh with the
gear. Rotation direction is not important, but the contact must be checked on the loaded flank,
not the unloaded tooth flank. Observe the blue that transferred from the pinion to the gear.
This is the contact pattern.
Cellophane tape can be used to remove this blue pattern from the gear and save it for
maintenance records: after the check, firmly place a piece of tape on the gear tooth flank,
remove the tape, place it on a clean sheet of white paper, and label it with:
• the date
• name and number of the part the tape was lifted from
• the wing and apex
• which helix (left or right, noting whether wing or apex is leading)
The contact should be checked at three places around the gear (approximately 120 apart;)
˚
however, the blue must be reapplied and smoothed on the pinion after each meshing.
Figure 5
Abrasion – Type of wear: Removal or displacement of material due to the presence of hard
particles suspended in the lubricant or embedded in the flanks of the mating teeth
(includes scoring).
Bending fatigue– Progressive failure through crack initiation, propagation, and fracture.
Contact fatigue– Cracks and the detachment of material fragments from the gear tooth
Bearing Inspection 8
8.1 BEARING TYPE
LUFKIN's standard journal bearings for
NFVQ2419D gear units are split, steel-backed,
babbitt-lined, pressure dam journal bearings,
shown in Figure 6. The pressure dam bearing
is designed for a particular direction of
rotation; therefore, care should be taken at
assembly to assure correct rotation.
The
CAUTION: grooves are
positioned
Pressure dam bearings must be on the
positioned correctly to prevent unloaded
damage to equipment. side of the
bearing
journal as shown in the section on
REASSEMBLY, Figure 7. Figure 6
Some wear should be expected, especially on a gear that is stopped and started frequently.
The bearing may be considered operational as long as the measured clearance does not
exceed the design clearance by more than 0.002" (0.050 mm).
NOTE: If shaft vibration is excessive, this clearance increase may not be
acceptable–contact LUFKIN.
bearing length.
After bearing
adjusting the contact
shims is satisfactory,
under the unitit (see
may INSTALLATION,
be possible to improve gear toothand
“Alignment” contact
GEAR by
INSPECTION, “What Good Tooth Contact Is”.) Sometimes gear tooth contact may be
corrected by scraping and polishing one of the bearings loaded section to spread the contact
along the face width. If this is necessary, contact LUFKIN.
After correcting bearing and tooth contact and before putting the cover on the gear unit, the
bearings should be liberally lubricated with clean oil to provide for initial start-up lubrication.
8.2.5 Scoring
Scoring, scratching, or marring of the bearing babbitt and/or the journal riding in the bearing
is caused by dirt or metal particles in the oil which passes through the bearing. A little scoring
is not serious, and the bearing may be polished with fine steel wool to remove any rough
edges caused by scoring. Any foreign particles embedded in the babbitt which could score the
journal should be carefully picked out, and that area should then be polished smooth. Scoring
becomes serious when it significantly reduces the bearing area. In this case, the bearing
should be replaced and the gear unit drained and flushed out with a solvent.
8.2.6 Wiping
The melting and wiping away of a spot or area of the babbitt is caused by bearing
temperatures rising above the pour point of the babbitt. Abnormal bearing temperatures may
be caused by:
• insufficient bearing clearances
• insufficient oil pressure
• excessively high oil temperature in the bearing
• a high spot in the bearing
• extreme bearing loading caused by poor bearing contact
• gear mesh failure
If wiping is localized in a small spot, the bearing may be repaired by scraping and polishing
the spot until it blends in with the remainder of the bearing; otherwise, the bearing must be
replaced. Before replacing a wiped bearing, determine and correct the cause of the wipe.
Reassembly 9
9.1 PREPARATION
NOTE: Any work done on equipment during the warranty period without the written
approval of an authorized LUFKIN representative could void the warranty.
NOTE: This procedure assumes that the gear housing is not moved from its foundation/
support and that the original shaft alignment was correct.
1. Clean all the interior surfaces of the housing, the housing cover, and all components
that will be reused. Parting line surfaces must be clean and smooth; use a spray-on paint
and gasket remover fluid and/or carefully scrape the surfaces if necessary. Corroded
spots can be cleaned by using a fine emery cloth, rubbing shafts in a rotary or
circumferential
seal leaks. direction. Do not rub shafts in a length-wise direction as it may cause
2. Check the bearing shells, the parting line, and the housing bores for any burrs or nicks;
remove with a fine file.
3. Put a coat of light oil on all parts to help assembly and to prevent rust during
reassembly.
For the discussion that follows, it is assumed that the entire unit must be reassembled. If the
torque shaft, bearings, or turning gear are already assembled, omit those portions of the
reassembly instructions.
NOTE: Tighten connectors uniformly: when tightening bolts, studs, or screws on
an assembled portion with three or more holes, always partially tighten
connectors
section (for equally
example:in 1.
a “cross” pattern 2.
top left corner, to bottom
avoid torquing, binding,
right corner, orright
3. top warping the
corner,
4. bottom left corner. Repeat to fully tighten.)
housing
to lower and
be removed section. (Note:
installed These pins need
horizontally)
CAUTION: •Slowly
(93° oven
- 121 °C).heat the coupling to 200°–250°F
Do not bump gear assembly with the
• Lubricate and seat the blue transport bushing as a
housing as it lowers.
line-up guide (this was removed at installation and
it was recommended that it be stored for later
CAUTION: use.)
• After the coupling is heated, work quickly to slide
Do not place hands below suspended it onto the shaft before it cools appreciably.
housing without blocks for protection. 4. Install the lower half of the high speed bearings as in
“Bottom Section.”
5. Make sure the pinion is level and carefully line it up in mesh with the gear.
6. Carefully set the pinion into its bearings and in mesh with the gear.
7. Check bearing contact as in BEARING INSPECTION, “Bearing Contact and
Correction.”
Note: Because the TOP half of the bearing is the loaded half, first do steps 4-8 with the top
half of the bearing flipped end for end and then positioned in the housing. When contact is
satisfactory, disassemble and reassemble with the bottom half in place.
8. Replace bearing tops.
9. Coat the split line with a small bead of sealer, such as LocTite™ No. 49-31 Plastic
Gasket. Circle all studs to assure sealing of oil; avoid feeder groove areas.
10. Clean and install the cylindrical dowel pins.
CAUTION: 2. Thread the RTD wires from the top bearings through the
top housing (for safety place wooden blocks between the
Do not force the coupling onto the gear
middle section and the top while threading wires.)
shaft as internal damage to the gear or
3. Torque all cap screws and studs.
the coupling may occur.
4. Lower cover in place.
5. Measure to ensure low speed shaft has specified axial movement. (Use a pry bar to
move gear from side to side if necessary). Also check that the high speed pinion can
float axially.
6. Install the coupling cover.
7. Reconnect the turning drive and pressurize the Safeset clutch (see Safeset manual for
details).
8. Mount the shaft seals, end plates, and other auxiliary equipment which may have been
disconnected during disassembly.
3. Run lead wires through the sealing fitting grommet with metal washers on each side.
4. Compress grommet to seal around lead wires by tightening fitting – do not permit lead
wires to twist.
5. After unit covers are replaced, attach service entrance head with conduit connections.
Troubleshooting 10
This section provides troubleshooting tips for high speed gears. For detailed information,
refer to the text following. Table 6 at the end of this section provides an overview. If the
problem cannot be remedied through use of this information, contact LUFKIN.
• Misalignment. A coupling that is out of alignment may also cause noisy operation. The
misaligned coupling causes misalignment in the gear train which then produces noise or
vibrations. The coupling should be immediately realigned before damaging wear occurs.
• Transmitted sound. Occasionally other machinery or equipment may be transmitting
excessive noise. Enclose one or the other or use a sound blanket.
Nameplate Data 11
GEARS
MODEL GEAR
NO. NFVQ2419D RATIO 1.209:1
ORDER
NO. 106/203788 RATED
OUTPUT 3000 RPM
ITEM GEAR
NO. RATED 70,000 HP
52,200 KW
SPEC
API 613, 5th
NO. OF
TEETH 81 / 67
GR/PIN
INDUSTRIES, INC.
LUFKIN, TEXAS
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SAFETY STATEMENTS
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Safety
The Meaning of Safety Statements
You will find various types of safety information on the following pages
and on the labels attached to the equipment. This section explains the
meaning.
Danger
death, or means
Danger that failure
substantial to follow
property damage.the safety statement will result in serious personal injury,
Warning
Warning means that failure to follow the safety statement could result in serious personal injury,
death, or substantial property damage.
Caution
Caution means that failure to follow the safety statement may result in minor or moderate
personal injury or property damage.
Notice
Notice means that failure to follow these instructions could cause damage to the equipment or
cause it to operate improperly.
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Safety
The following safety statements relate to the installation, operation and
troubleshooting of Koenig Engineering, Inc. Turning Gear Drive
Packages
Notice
Make sure you read and understand the installation procedures in this manual before you attempt
to install, operate, maintain or troubleshoot the equipment.
Warning
The instruction manual should be used for proper installation, operation and maintenance of the
equipment. Improperly installing and maintaining these products can result in serious personal
injury or property damage. Before attempting installation or maintenance, read and understand
this entire manual.
SECTION I
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The TURNING GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE, illustrated on the enclosed assembly drawing, consists
of an electric motor driving through a worm gear reducer connected to an overrunning clutch encased
in an oil tight housing.
The mounting interface, supplied by others, conforms to the bolt circle and spigot diameter of the
TURNING GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE housing. Connection of the TURNING GEAR DRIVE
PACKAGE is made to the high speed shaft of the load gear through a spigot mount on the shaft end.
The high speed shaft end is connected to an SSS (synchro-self-shifting) overrunning clutch for
automatic engagement/disengagement. This clutch is a positive tooth type overrunning clutch which is
self-engaging in the turning mode and overruns whenever the connected shaft exceeds the TURNING
GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE speed. The input flanged hub to the overrunning clutch is mounted on
the output shaft of the worm gear reducer.
The input shaft of the worm gear reducer is to be connected to an electric motor by means of a resilient
coupling.
In the event of power failure or during maintenance procedures, a means for manual turning is
provided through a 1-1/8" hex drive located in fan cover on primary worm gear shaft.
CAUTION
BEFORE ATTEMPTING MANUAL OPERATION,
MAIN A.C. MOTOR BREAKER MUST BE DISCONNECTED AND
TAGGED IN ORDER TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL INJURY.
Lubrication for the clutch is continuously supplied from the main plant lube oil system through a 1/2"
NPT female pipe connection on the worm gear reducer output shaft cover. Oil is drained from the
clutch housing into the load gear housing for return of the oil to the plant lube oil tank.
Oil for the worm gear reducer is self-contained, refer to instructional booklet for proper lubricant.
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SHIPPING
The TURNING GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE, as depicted per Drawing 05-0525, is shipped partially
assembled. The Input Clutch Hub (Item 1) that connects to the Clutch Input Flange has been mounted
to the Worm Gear Reducer (Item 5) Output Shaft. The clutch housing (Item 2) is mounted to the worm
gear reducer (Item 5) housing and sealed with Dow Corning #732 silicone sealant. The housing (Item
2) should not be removed from the reducer housing as the silicone seal will be broken and the surfaces
must then be thoroughly cleaned and gasket sealer replaced.
perpendicular to the gear shaft within 0.004" total indicator reading (TIR).
2. Check that distance between the high speed gear shaft mounting face and outside mounting surface
of the gear housing is 0.375" nominal.
WARNING
UNDER AL L OPERATING
CONDITIONS
, THIS DIMENSION MUST REMAIN WITHIN THE
LIMITS OF 0.469" MAXIMUM AND 0.281" MINIMUM.
3. Assemble the clutch output component (Item 4) to the pinion shaft with eight (8) socket head
capscrews (Item 13). Torque to 108 lb-ft and install lockwire. See Figure 1.
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5. Mount the TURNING GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE, with the clutch housing upper half removed,
to the gear housing mounting suface. Secure with four (4) ¾” hex head cap screws and
lockwashers, and place a temporary support under the worm gear reducer to prevent downward
deflection of the clutch housing lower half. See Figure 3.
6. Perform face and rim alignment checks between the clutch input hub (Item 1) and clutch output
component (Item 4). Readings on the face and rim should not exceed .004” TIR.
7. Remove the TURNING GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE from the gear mating surface and assemble
the clutch input component (Item 4) to the clutch input hub (Item 1) with eight (8) socket head
shoulder screws and locknuts (Items 11 & 12). Torque locknuts to 32 lb-ft. See Figure 4.
8. Clean all horizontal and vertical joints and apply Dow Corning #732 silicone sealant. Then
reassemble the clutch housing upper half to the lower half using the supplied fasteners. See
Figure 5.
9. Remove clutch housing inspection cover (Item 3). See Figure 6.
10. Apply Dow Corning #732 silicone sealant to the mating face of the clutch housing (Item 2). Pass
the assembled speed reducer, input hub and clutch input component axially into the clutch output
component mounted to the pinion shaft.
NOTICE
THE CLUTCH GEAR TEETH MUST BE IN LINE SO AS TO ACHIEVE MESH WHEN
ASSEMBLING. IF NECESSARY, ROTATE THE TURNING GEAR IN REVERSE
MANUALLY TO ALIGN THE GEAR TEETH. NEVER ROTATE THE TURNING GEAR
FORWARD OR DAMAGE TO THE CLUTCH TEETH MAY RESULT.
NOTICE
TAKE CARE NOT TO REST THE CLUTCH INPUT COMPONENT ON THE CLUTCH
OUTPUT RING AS DAMAGE TO INTERNAL CLUTCH COMPONENTS COULD OCCUR.
NOTICE
IF REMOVING THE TURNING GEAR ASSEMBLY, MANUALLY ENGAGE THE CLUTCH
FIRST. THIS AUTOMATICALLY PUTS THE GEAR TEETH INTO MESH AND PERMITS
SAFE REMOVAL OF THE UNIT.
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Insert and tighten the 3/4" hex head cap screws/lock washers (Items 9 & 11) securing the TURNING
GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE to the mounting interface. See Figure 6.
11. Place a temporary support under the worm gear reducer (Item 5) to prevent downward deflection
when the clutch housing (Item 2) top half is not present.
12. Final alignment checks can be made through the inspection cover (Item 3), or by removing the top
half of the entire clutch housing (Item 2). If removing the top half of the housing, use the jacking
provisions at the horizontal joint.
13. Perform final face and rim alignment checks between the clutch input flange and clutch output
component. Readings on the face and rim should not exceed 0.004" TIR.
14. As a final check, verify the dimension between the clutch input flange and clutch output ring at
2.219" nominal (see drawing 05-0525 for location).
WARNING
UNDER AL L OPERATING
CONDITIONS
, THIS DIMENSION MUST REMAIN WITHIN THE
LIMITS OF 2.313" MAXIMUM AND 2.125" MINIMUM.
15. Reassemble inspection cover (Item 3) to clutch housing using Dow Corning #732 silicone sealant
on all mating surfaces. See Figure 7.
16. If the top half of the clutch housing was removed, clean all horizontal and vertical joints and apply
Dow Corning #732 silicone sealant prior to reassembling.
17. Connect the oil inlet line from the main lube oil system to the ½" NPT connection on the worm
gear reducer output shaft cover.
18. Fill the worm gear reducer (Item 5) with Mobil SHC 634 lubricant.
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LUBRICATION
1. CLUTCH: The clutch requires a continuous flow of oil, 1.0 gpm at 15-18 psi, at all times. Oil is
supplied to the clutch from the main oil system through a ½" NPT port on the worm gear reducer
output shaft cover.
2. REDUCER: Oil for the reducer is self contained and the recommended lubricant is Mobil SHC
634. Recommended alternate lubricants are listed in the reducer portion of this booklet.
3. MOTOR: The motor bearings are shipped grease-packed. Regreasing procedures are listed in the
motor portion of this booklet.
1. Once the TURNING GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE is installed and prepared for operation, it should
be initially operated manually to ensure that breakaway of the turbine train is possible without
exceeding the torque capability of the Turning Gear.
2. Insert a torque wrench onto the 1-1/8” hex drive on the non-drive end of the worm gear input shaft.
Rotate in the CW direction. Once the SSS clutch is engaged, continue to apply torque through the
Turning Gear until turbine shaft breakaway is achieved.
WARNING
BEFORE ATTEMPTING MANUAL OPERATION, TURNING GEAR MOTOR BREAKER
MUST BE DISCONNECTED AND TAGGED TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL INJURY
CAUTION
DO NOT EXCEED 450 FT-LB OF TORQUE ON THE MANUAL TURNING ADAPTER OR
DAMAGE TO THE TURNING GEAR COMPONENTS COULD RESULT.
3. Once breakaway is achieved, rotate the manual turning in the CCW direction for approximately 1
turn to fully disengage the clutch.
4. The TURNING GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE is now ready for normal operation.
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1. Disconnect wiring to the electric motor (Item 6). Place a temporary support under the Turning
Gear to prevent downward deflection when the top half of the housing is removed.
2. Remove screws and lock washers (Items 7, 8, 9 & 10) from top half of clutch housing (Item 2) and
remove it from the turning gear using the jacking provisions at the horizontal joint.
3. Remove the output clutch fasteners (Item 13) and compress clutch output component onto the input
component.
4. Disconnect the lube oil supply line, located at the rear of the worm gear reducer (Item 5).
5. Choke a sling around the bottom of the electric motor (Item 6). Attach a lifting device to the
eyebolts on the worm gear reducer (Item 5) and sling on motor.
6. Remove fasteners (Items 9 & 10) holding the lower half of clutch housing (Item 2) to the load gear
and remove the worm gear reducer and electric motor assembly.
7. This completes the removal of the TURNING GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE.
1. To reinstall the TURNING GEAR DRIVE PACKAGE, perform the field removal procedure in
reverse.
2. If reinstalling the 1/2" socket head shoulder screws and locknuts for the clutch input component
(Item 11 & 12), torque them to 32 lb-ft.
3. When reinstalling the clutch housing (Item 2) to the worm gear reducer (Item 5) and gear housing,
be sure to clean all mating faces and replace the silicone sealant.
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Recommended Spare Parts
KEI Drawing No. 05-0525
For all spare parts inquiries and orders refer to Turning Gear serial no. TG#### and contact:
Koenig Engineering, Inc.
410 Eagleview Blvd, Suite 104, Exton, PA 19341
(610) 458-0153 phone, (610)458-0404 fax
www.koenigengr.com webpage, or koenig@koenigengr.com email
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LONG TERM STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
The unit as it left the factory was prepared for in-transit protection against the elements and is not
intended as protection for long-term storage. In the event the unit cannot be installed and placed into
service, the unit should be removed from the container in which it was shipped, but retaining the wood
skid on which it came to prevent damage. The unit is to be stored in a secure, cool, dry, vibration free
and clean environment limiting its exposure to the elements. Tag unit to show date placed in storage
or decommissioned and current status relating to storage procedure per the following outline.
2. Exposed machined surfaces for coating deterioration and/or rust blush. Renew coating
as required with Dow Corning Metal Protective Coating or equivalent. (See Dow
3. The Worm Gear Reducer requires approximately 4.7 gallons of oil in the housing for
normal operation. For long term storage, remove breather and completely fill the
Turning Gear with the recommended lubricant immersing the gear completely in oil and
maintaining this level. Replace breather with a solid plug and place breather in a bag
and tag with CAUTION NOTE: "Must Be Drained To Proper Level And Breather
Installed Before Operation". Keep in mind, however, that the oil will expand with
rising ambient temperatures. Tie wire bag and tag to unit. For additional information
refer to Nuttall Gear LLC, Delroyd Worm Gear Division Long Term Storage
Instructions found in this section.
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LONG TERM STORAGE INSTRUCTIONS
1. Maintain the proper level of lubricant in the Worm Gear Reducer using the sight gage to
periodically check the level.
2. Once a month, energize the power plant lube oil system and, while circulating oil, operate
the Turning Gear Unit for a few minutes and every six months operate the unit for two (2)
hours. This can be done with the unit main coupling connected or disconnected from the
main power plant. The power plant operating procedures must be observed when operating
the Turning Gear.
Nuttall Gear LLC, Delroyd Worm Gear Division engineering department provides instructions for long
term storage of the Worm Gear Reducer following in this section.
Refer to Section 2 of Instruction Manual for specified lubrication, feed and drain connections.
CAUTION
PRIOR TO ANY SHAFT ROTATION OF THIS ASSEMBLY, THE MAIN TURBINE PLANT
LUBE OIL SYSTEM SHOULD BE ENERGIZED TO PROVIDE OIL THROUGH THE
BEARING HEADER TO LUBRICATE THE SSS CLUTCH CAVITIES.
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Problems can start to develop through improper standby and storage of new worm gear
reducers awaiting installation or operation. Ambient conditions during long, idle periods
will determine necessary measures.
1. Replace breathers with pipe plugs, wiring the breathers to the unit to prevent loss.
2. Fill the reducer with recommended lubricant to the proper level and operate once a
month for a few minutes, or completely fill the unit, or use desiccants or vapor phase
inhibitors.
3. Cover the reducer with a tarpaulin or plastic cover, leaving openings underneath for
ventilation. A heavy, skidded platform with an internally lined wooden box may also
be required when storage is in highly humid or seaside areas.
4. Periodically drain any accumulated water from the bottom of the oil reservoir and
replace desiccants or vapor phase inhibitors.
Immediate failure of the bearing is not a result, but once the bearing is put in operation
these pit marks act as stress risers. The fatigue life of the bearing can be reduced to a
fraction of the calculated design life.
False brinelling can usually be prevented by filling the reducer with oil to cover the
bearings completely. This maintains a supply of oil at the contact points of the balls or
rollers even under conditions of vibration.
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DAUBERT
NOX RUST VCI-lO Oil is a volatile corrosion [1] Since drive clutch and steering clutch assemblies
inhibitive lubricating oil for use in the preservation of are subject to corrosion within their compartments dur-
ing shipment and storage, this problem was overcome by
ferrous metal parts in enclosed ‘systems.
fogging three ounces of VCI-i0 to the hydraulic test oil.
After testing, an additional three ounces are added.
Having combined the protective properties of a
preservative oil with those of volatile corrosion
[2] Corrosion of hydraulic cylinders can cause leak-
inhibitors, VCI-l0 Oil makes possible long term
age. Protection of cylinders and circulating systems is
protection against rust within what are termed “closed” provided by adding 2% VCI-lO to the hydraulic test oil.
systems or voids. After testing, an additional three ounces are added.
PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS [3] To forestall rust which will foul a diesel
(Typical Values, Not Specifications) injection system, one ounce of VCI—l0 per each 7—1/2
Viscosity @ lOO°F. SUS: 210 gallons (1 cubic foot) capacity is fogged into the fuel tanks.
Pour Point: -10°F If tank contains oil or gasoline, one ounce of VCI-l0 is
Flash Point: 300°F added for each gallon present.
Specific Gravity: 0.931
Film Thickness @ 77°F: 0.2 mils [4] To protect crankshaft, bearings, rocker arms
Coverage: 800 sq ft per gal and all surfaces normally lubricated by crankcase oil,
Volatile: 5% 1% VCI-1O, by volume, is added to the crankcase oil.
Accelerated Corrosion Test, Humidity JAN—H-792,
100% RH § 1209F: 300 Hours [5] To protect upper cylinder walls and valves in
Vapor Phase Protection, diesel or gasoline engines, eight ounces of VCI10 are
MIL-P-46002A Procedure: Pass introduced through the air filterand sucked into the
cylinders by turning over the motor with ignition off.
NOX RUST VCI-l0 Oil is intended for use in the pres-
ervation of enclosed systems where the volatile compo- [6] For transmissions, 2% VCI-10 is added to the
nents will provide protection above the oil level. It pro- lubricant.
vides an effective contact preservative oil film. Typical
examples of “closed” systems in which VCI-l0 Oil is The unusual properties of VCI-10 OIL can be used to
used to protect metal from damaging rust include: fuel advantage for winter layaway of farm and road
tanks, storage tanks, cylinders, transmissions, metal building equipment and for summer storage of school
containers, gear housings, clutch compartments, crank buses, snow plows, etc. It may also be fogged into
cases, hydraulic and coolant circu1ating systems. shipping cases to protect unpainted auto and truck body
sections during shipments.
Conventional lubricating or preservative oils slushed
or fogged into such systemswill drain away from the NOX RUST VCI-10 OIL can be used full strength in
systems with ferrous metals only. Where non-ferrous
vertical metal surfaces in about six months, exposing
the metal to moisture, condensation and corrosion. While metals are present, VCI-10 must be diluted to 2% or
NOX RUST VCI-l0 OIL also drains away, the vapor- less, depending on the metals present.
izing rust inhibitors evolving from the product spread
throughout the void or system and neutralize the corro-
sion-causing tendency of the moisture present in the
air. VCI-1O OIL, being highly fortified with contact
inhibitors, also protects the metal below the oil level.
CAUTION: The data, statements and recommendations set fourth in this product information sheet are
based on testing, research and other development work which has been carefully conducted by us, and we
believe such data, statements and recommendations will serve as reliable guidelines. However, this
product is subject to numerable uses under varying conditions over which we have no control, and
accordingly, we do NOT warrant that this product is suitable for any particular use. Users are afvised to
thest the product in advance to make certain it is suitable for their particular production conditions and
particular use or uses.
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Daubert any other liability in connection with the sale or use of its products.
Refer to material safety data sheet for health and safety information.
SECTION II
TABLE OF CONTENTS
TOPIC PAGE
Installation 3
Lubrication 3
Operation 5
Long Term Storage 6
Maintenance: 7
Disassembly 7
Reassembly 8
Tooth Contact Instructions 10
INSTALLATION
Proper installation is essential for efficient, economical operation and long life. The unit is built for
proper operation in the mounting position ordered. Tilted or different mounting positions may require
factory installed lubrication provisions. Avoid heavy hammer blows when mounting couplings as this
may damage the bearings or spring the shafts. When tight fits are used, the coupling half should be
heated in oil to expand the bore. When speed reducers are used as standby equipment, operate them
LUBRICATION
This turning gear reducer is shipped from the Delroyd Worm Gear factory without oil. Before
operating the reducer, fill to the oil level specified on the reducer outline dimension drawing included
with these instructions. Be sure to allow time for the oil to fill all parts of the reducer housing and to
reach a stable level. For extreme temperature changes Delroyd Worm Gear recommends MOBIL SHC
634 synthetic oil for use in this reducer. This oil allows use at ambient temperatures of -30 to 140°F (-
34 to 54° C) and is an ISO 460 grade PAO base synthetic oil. The improved thermal and oxidation
stability of this oil means that oil change intervals can be extended to every 8500 hours or more if an oil
analysis determines that contamination or oxidation has not occurred. Alternative petroleum base
lubricants listed below may be used.
If ambient
AGMA temperatures
lubricants belowand
will solidify 15°F
theare expected,
motion of theagears
winter lubricant
will channelmust be selected,
the solidified oilsince
until the
no above
lubricant is present at the gear mesh. The lubricant should be changed back to the heavier oils when the
minimum ambient temperature goes above 15°F.
FOR AMBIENT TEMPERATURE OF AGMA LUBRICANT
0°F 6 EP
-10°F 5 EP
-20°F 4 EP
-30°F 3 EP
Due to the nature of worm gear sliding and rolling action, the above lubricants must be used for worm
gearing. Suppliers of industrial lubricants, not service stations, should be contacted to supply suitable
lubricants to meet the above AGMA specifications.
AGMA 8 Comp. - compounded cylinder oil with acidless tallow additives. Approximately 150 SSU
viscosity @ 210°F.
AGMA 7 Comp. - compounded cylinder oil with acidless tallow additives. Approximately 135 SSU
viscosity @ 210°F.
AGMA 6 EP - mild EP oil containing lead napthanate additives. Approx. 120 SSU viscosity @ 210°F.
AGMA 5 EP - mild EP oil containing lead napthanate additives. Approx. 100 SSU viscosity @ 210°F.
AGMA 4 EP - mild EP oil containing lead napthanate additives. Approx. 75 SSU viscosity @ 210°F.
AGMA 3 EP - mild EP oil containing lead napthanate additives. Approx. 53 SSU viscosity @ 210°F.
The following lubricants should never be used for this type reducer:
4. EP oils. Some suppliers may suggest oils with “inactive” sulfur-phosphorous additives instead of
the cylinder oils specified here. We do not recommend their use, except in cold weather operation
as described above.
Check oil level periodically when unit is stopped and add oil if necessary. Check that the breather is
not clogged. Units in intermittent service, indoors or outdoors, should be checked for water
contaminated lubricant on a monthly schedule as follows:
1. With reducer off, first let the gear box cool to ambient temperature.
2. Loosen bottom drain plug and drain some lubricant into a small container.
3. Examine for water or discolored (creamy appearing) lubricant. If present, drain until
uncontaminated oil flows out.
If the unit will be idle for any extended time, particularly out-of-doors, rusting of the bearings, gears,
and other internal parts must be prevented. We suggest filling the complete reducer with oil which
contains a soluble vapor-phase corrosion inhibitor, (such as SHELL VSI circulation oil). Replace the
breather with proper size pipe plug, attach breather to unit for future reinstallation. When the unit is
returned to service, drain oil and refill with recommended lubricant to proper level. Install breather.
If the unit is equipped with grease lubricated upper bearing then the grease lubricant will need to be
maintained. Bearings are packed with NLGI Grade 2 lithium based grease at the factory before
shipping. When servicing greased bearings make sure that the fittings are clean and unplugged. Using a
manual grease gun, pump 10 to 15 strokes into the grease fitting once per year for normal service. If the
reducer is run continuously 24 hrs/day for 6 months or more then we recommend greasing the bearings
once every 6 months. We do not recommend using a pneumatic or automatic powered grease gun since
high pressure could damage the shaft seal and/or grease retainer.
OPERATION
Make certain that the reducer is filled with oil before starting, see lubrication instructions. Although
the unit has been tested under no-load at the factory, it takes additional hours of running to attain the
highest efficiency. If necessary, full load can be applied immediately, but it is better for the ultimate life
of the gear to operate the unit initially at one-half load for 20-30 hours and three-quarters load for 20-30
hours, if possible. During the first few minutes of operation, the reducer efficiency will be low due to
churning of heavy cold oil. On this initial run, oil temperatures will stabilize at a higher level, efficiency
will be lower, and gear noise will be greater than after the gear run-in. Successful operation of worm
gearing depends on the ability of the bronze gear to conform to the hardened steel worm. Some initial
wear and/or pitting is therefore necessary on the gear tooth to allow the contact to spread across the full
face of the gear.
Once through the run-in period, the oil temperature rise, noise level, wear and pitting will stabilize and
your Delroyd Worm Gear reducer will be operating at peak efficiency. At this point, the oil temperature
in the gear box if operated continuously should stabilize at a maximum of 100°F above the surrounding
air temperature when transmitting catalog thermal rating. For example, if the air temperature is 70°F,
the oil temperature below the oil level may be 150-160°F, so the unit could be very hot to the touch but
still be operating normally. Therefore, to minimize maintenance problems, it is important during
operation to:
3. Prevent direct exposure to sunlight unless unit is painted with reflective paints.
5. If the unit is supplied with a fan, keep fan operating and fan inlet unobstructed.
6. Keep outside surfaces of the gear box housing free of dust and dirt if possible.
Keeping operating oil temperatures as low as possible will also aid in preventing excessive seal
replacements.
Lip type oil seals are used on both shafts. The high speed shaft seal has a dust excluding second lip.
During initial operation, these seals may heat the shaft considerably and tend to leak slightly until the
sealing lip is run-in and properly seated on the shaft. Even after run-in, some seepage of oil through the
seal is necessary for proper lubrication of the lip.
If the unit is subjected to chemicals or abrasives not compatible with the seal, it is important to
provide guards where possible to prevent accumulations at the seal area. To prevent oil leakage, the
breather should be checked periodically to be sure it is not clogged and producing internal pressure
build-up.
Problems can start to develop through improper standby and storage of new worm gear reducers
awaiting installation or operation. Ambient conditions during long, idle periods will determine
necessary measures.
1. Replace breathers with pipe plugs, wiring the breathers to the unit to prevent loss.
2. Fill the reducer with recommended lubricant to the proper level and operate once a month for a
few minutes, or completely fill the unit, or use desiccants or vapor phase inhibitors.
3. Cover the reducer with a tarpaulin or plastic cover, leaving openings underneath for ventilation.
A heavy, skidded platform with an internally lined wooden box may also be required when storage is
in high humidity or seaside areas.
4. Periodically drain any accumulated water from the bottom of the oil reservoir and replace any
desiccants or vapor phase inhibitors.
Occasionally an idle reducer undergoes severe vibration from adjacent operating machinery. Even if
the bearings are subjected to only partial load, vibrations can exclude residual oil or grease from under
False brinelling can usually be prevented by filling the reducer with oil to cover the bearings
completely. This maintains a supply of oil at the contact points of the balls or rollers even under
conditions of vibration.
MAINTENANCE
If the reducer is to be over-hauled, refer to the outline dimension drawing, parts list, and parts
drawing included with these instructions. The model, serial #, and ratio should be obtained from the
reducer nameplate and the necessary spare parts ordered from the factory.
NOTE: When assembling and disassembling the reducer be sure to refer to the corresponding
drawings included with this instruction manual. Numbers in parenthesis reference the part
on the assembly drawing. Due to the special nature of the reducer, the assembly drawing
may differ slightly from the actual reducer.
Place the reducer at the work site in an upside down position from it’s normal mounting position.
Worm under gear. After match marking, remove bolts and two gear shaft covers and large top cover.
Refer to parts drawings included with these instructions. Lift out the bronze wormgear assembly with its
shaft and two bearings. If necessary remove backstop clutch assembly as shown on partial assembly
drawing. Next , remove the adjacent thrust bearing retainer. By tapping on the end of the worm shaft
inside the motor adapter, push the worm shaft along its axis until its bearings are loose enough so that it
can be removed from the housing. The worm bearings can then be pressed off the worm from the
housing. The worm bearings can then be pressed off the worm shaft. Similarly, the low speed shaft
bearings can be pressed off the shaft. The bronze worm gear is a heavy press fit on the shaft and a
hydraulic press should be used as follows:
A torch should be used to heat the bronze starting at the outside diameter and ending at the gear hub,
to expand the gear slightly while pressing the shaft in the hydraulic press. The low speed shaft and
worm shaft bearings can be heated in 280°F maximum oil and assembled or pressed on in a press. If
heated, the bearings should be allowed to cool and then checked to be sure they are tight against the
bearing shoulder or bearing spacers.
The reassembly procedure used affects the life expectancy of all rotating parts as well as the
quietness of operation. The important procedures are the establishment of the correct axial bearing end
play on the worm shafts and gear shaft, with proper contact between worms and gears. Be sure to
thoroughly clean all mating surfaces before reinstallation.
1. Install all new bearings/inner races onto the shafts with the proper shims/grease retainers/spacers
with the same configuration as when disassembled. Be sure bearings are fully seated against
corresponding shoulders. Bearings can be heated in 280° oil bath or bearing heater and pressed on.
WARNING: Make sure the thrust bearing is installed with the proper cone and cup arrangement. The
cone and cup marked with an etched “A” should be paired together as well as the cone
and cup without an etched “A”. Failure to do so will result in improper end play.
2. Coat worm threads with soft Prussian Blue and install into housing from side opposite the
coupling extension. Be sure to gently guide the bearings into their bores. Make sure the bearings
are fully seated against their shoulders.
3. Install bulge cover (6) with gasket onto housing. Do not use silicone sealant on this gasket and
cover.
4. Drop gear shaft assembly (gear shaft, gear, spacers, and bearings into upper housing half.
5. Install covers onto upper half of housing using the same shims from disassembly and only three
bolts at this time.
6. The end play of the output shaft should now be checked and set. To do this place dial indicator
on the housing at a location where the tip of the indicator can contact the end of the output shaft.
Push on the end of the output shaft while rotating back and forth slightly to seat the bearings in that
direction. Now set the indicator reading to zero. Without disturbing the indicator pull and rotate
slightly back and forth the shaft. The maximum indicator reading is the end play. Add or delete
shims from either side until the end play is .001" to .002".
7. Rotate the bronze gear until the contact pattern can be seen. Referring to the page in these
instructions titled “Tooth Contact Instructions” adjust until the proper contact is obtained. The
contact is adjusted by adding or removing shims from under the covers. The total amount of
combined shims on both sides must remain the same in order to maintain the proper end play.
Therefore adding .005" shims on one side would require deleting .005" shims on the opposite side.
This would shift the contact pattern to the side the shims were deleted from. Shim sizes are as
follows:
If using new gearing follow the “Tooth Contact Instructions” by setting up for “leaving side contact”
relative to the direction of rotation. If however the existing gearing is being used the contact should
be set to show a full sweep across the face with a “entering side” gap for oil flow.
8. Remove covers being sure to save shims and record their position.
9. Place silicone sealant on mating surface of upper housing half and install lower half onto upper
half. Install bolts and flip unit over to its normal mounted position.
10. Reinstall covers placing silicone sealant onto mating surfaces as well as around each bolt circle
and around the inside diameter of the shims.
11. Insert primary worm shaft bearings (42) completely into bores. Install bulge cover onto housing
with .032" thick shims (26) as a starting point.
12. The end play of the primary worm shaft must now be checked. To do this place a dial indicator
onto the housing in a convenient location so that the tip of the indicator contacts the input end of the
worm shaft. Slightly push and rotate the worm shaft back and forth from the input end, being careful
not to touch the dial indicator. Now set the indicator display to zero. Slightly pull and rotate the
worm shaft back and forth being careful not to touch the indicator. The maximum indicator reading
is the end play. Adding shims will increase the end play and deleting shims will decrease the end
play by the amount added or deleted. Adjust end play until indicator reads .003" to .007".
13. The next step is to install the shaft seals. Before doing so the shaft surfaces where the seals will
rub should be carefully inspected for damage. If the shaft is even lightly scratched where the seal lip
rubs, a “Speedi-Sleeve” should be purchased and installed. Obtain the size “Speedi-Sleeve” suitable
for use with the seal numbers given in the parts list. If the shaft is only slightly grooved, a new seal
can be recessed in its cover by 1/16" to 1/8" so that the seal lip will rub on an undamaged part of the
shaft. Before putting the seal on the shaft, apply friction or “Scotch” tape over the full length of the
keyway. The lip should be coated with a small amount of grease before assembly on the shaft. The
metal outside diameter of the seal is a press fit in its cover but, before it is started in its bore, RTV
silicone sealant should be applied around the circumference to prevent leakage. Using a suitable
size pipe or tubing against the seal, the seal may be pressed or driven into position. Be careful to
keep seal square with shaft and avoid striking seal directly since surface could be bent or damaged.
14. Install low speed shaft seal into cover bore being careful not to rub against key slot..
15. Install worm shaft seal being careful not to rub against key slot.
17. Rotate the worm shaft by hand to be sure there is backlash (no binding) between worms and
gears.
18. Install backstop assembly per partial assembly drawing and outline drawing. Be careful to orient
backstop clutch to allow rotation as shown on outline drawing.
19. Install motor adapter and coupling. Set coupling to dimension as shown on outline drawing.
20. Fill reducer with proper lubricant to level shown on outline drawing before running.
Worm gears are produced to allow for deflection and provide an entry gap on the “entering side” of
the gear tooth. In order to obtain this condition the tooth contact should be set up so that there is
“leaving side” contact on the driving face of the gear tooth as shown in Figure 1.
Figure 1
The contact should be checked after the worm and gear have been installed with Prussian Blue
coating on the worm threads. Turn worm shaft by hand and observe contact pattern on gear teeth.
Interchanging secondary gear shaft shims from one end to the other will shift position of contact and
move gear to right or left of worm (entering or leaving side) as required. Shims should not be added or
deleted after axial end play is established, but may be shifted from one side to the other.
Primary gear contact is adjusted by adding or deleting shims located at primary gear hub on
secondary worm shaft and at other end of secondary worm shaft.
With the contact on the “leaving side” of the gear tooth, as the worm deflects under load, contact
moves toward the center of gear but still maintains some gap for lubricant to enter on the “entering
side”.
When assembling a worm gear which operates in both directions of rotation, it is necessary to
consider both driving faces of gear teeth and aim at contact as shown in Figure 2. Note that both faces
of gear teeth have a “leaving side” contact relative to the corresponding direction of rotation.
Figure 2
Lip Seal Inspection/Discussion
The careful inspection of lip seals on your worm gear reducer can help to identify problems within the
unit. Following are some examples of problems that can be identified by careful inspection of lip seals.
1. Changes in pressure will effect the way the lip seal seats onto the shaft.
a. Externally applied pressure will lift the lip off of the shaft slightly, allowing inward leakage of
oil from one side to the other. If the oil is clean, no damage will occur. A drop in pressure will
allow the garter spring and lip to return to normal position. Lip seals typically do not resist
external pressure.
b. Internal pressure (from inside the reducer) will push the lip down tighter onto the shaft. Higher
internal pressure will typically result in the entire seal sliding outward. In extreme cases, the
seal can slide completely out of the bore in the cover that it was pressed into.
2. If improperly installed, the seal can get caught while attempting to slide it over a shoulder or
chamfer on the shaft. If the lip is turned under, this is a sign that the seal was installed improperly
and not a result of high pressure. The seal will leak under these conditions and must be replaced.
Visible inspection of the outboard side of a good seal should show the outer lip very close to or
touching the shaft uniformly and evenly all the way around. A turned under lip will usually bulge
out, lifting the outer lip locally part of the way around the shaft.
For all units refer to the generic Mechanical Seal Assembly Drawing included in this manual. The
following procedure should be used as a guide to replace the mechanical seal assembly on the closed
end of the output shaft of your worm gear reducer:
1. Drain the oil from the reducer to a level below the output shaft bearings.
3. Remove the fasteners, lock washers, and seal plate from the reducer. The mechanical seal is pressed
into the seal plate and comes off with the seal plate when it is removed. Inspect the area of the
reducer around the now exposed end of the output shaft to insure that no pieces of the mechanical
seal have remained on the shaft, or fallen into the reducer. If so, remove them.
4. Remove the shims between the seal plate and the bearing retainer. If the shims are not damaged
during disassembly they may be re-used. If the shims are damaged, remove any remnants from the
bearing retainer and make a note of the stack-up. Shims are color coded for size. The shim that is
blue on one side is 0.005” thick and the shim that is silver on both sides is 0.007” thick.
5. Clean the mating surfaces of the new seal plate and bearing retainer. Replace the shim pack with
reused or new
dimension shims.onUsing
indicated a depthOutline
the reducer micrometer, verify
drawing. the “Working
Adjust the shimsLength At Assembly”
to achieve the proper
dimension with a tolerance of ! 0.003”. Apply a small bead of RTV sealant to the seal plate at the
inside corner just inside the bolt circle. Slide the replacement seal plate assembly with seal straight
inwards over the studs and against the shims. Tighten the nuts evenly all around. Once the seal is in
place, look through the oil supply port and verify that the seal is seated evenly against its locating
shoulder. This can be done by looking all the way around the end of the output shaft and making
sure the seal is even all the way around. Replace the plumbing and refill the reducer with oil to the
proper level.
WARNING: INSTALL, OPERATE AND MAINTAIN Delroyd Worm Gear EQUIPMENT ONLY
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS, AND Delroyd Worm Gear
CATALOGS AND INSTRUCTION BOOKS. FAILURE TO OBSERVE THIS WARNING
COULD RESULT IN SEVERE BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. CONTACT
Delroyd Worm Gear TO GET CATALOGS AND INSTRUCTION BOOKS.
All catalog information, warning tags, these instructions, all special or general instruction manuals, parts
lists, maintenance instructions, and drawings must be kept with the reducer.
Selection Responsibility
1. Delroyd Worm Gear customers are responsible for selecting the proper reducers.
2. Delroyd Worm Gear customers must select reducers that can be used in accordance with Delroyd
Worm Gear criteria concerning transmitted horsepower, speed, applied external loads, applied axial
thrust loads and applicable service factors. Use of Delroyd Worm Gear reducers must conform to all
such criteria.
3. Customers requesting recommendations from Delroyd Worm Gear concerning reducer selection
must provide accurate and complete information concerning all operation variables that may be
encountered in the proposed reducer application. Such variables include but are not limited to loads,
speeds, shock, ambient temperature and published Delroyd Worm Gear service factors.
1. When selecting a reducer, the customer must analyze the motor, reducer, driven machine, and all
connecting parts for compatibility, critical speeds, torsional or other vibrations and other applicable
forces during all modes of operation.
3. When selecting a motor for a Delroyd Worm Gear reducer, NEMA (National Electrical
Manufacturers Association) Standards Publication MG2 d(Safety standards for construction & guide
for selection, installation and use of fractional and integral horsepower motors and generators) must
be obtained and studied. Electrical and other motor hazards should be considered. In all instances
the motor manufacturer’s instructions should be followed carefully. Such instructions must be
obtained from the motor manufacturer directly or through Delroyd Worm Gear.
1. Examine the equipment for damage and corrosion. Report any discrepancy to the shipper, and to
Delroyd Worm Gear for replacement or repair.
2. Examine the reducer nameplate and motor nameplate (if a motor is supplied) to be sure the
proper equipment had been received.
3. Do not remove these nameplates. They are provided to identify the model number, size and
serial number so that Delroyd Worm Gear can supply the proper spare or replacement parts to you or
any subsequent owner. The information on the nameplates also enables the user to check
manufacturer’s publications for instructions concerning proper application, installation, operation,
and maintenance of reducers and motors.
4. Study and retain all warning tags, instruction, parts lists and parts drawings received with the
shipment or sent separately.
Installation
1. Follow Delroyd Worm Gear installation instructions and the instructions of the motor
manufacturer.
2. Provide proper OSHA conforming safety guards for couplings, exposed rotating shafts, belts and
chains on your Delroyd Worm Gear reducer.
3. Lifting eyebolts or other lifting devices supplied with the reducer are designed for raising the
reducer only. They should not be used to lift the reducer plus other components, and should be
removed after installing the reducer.
4. All Delroyd Worm Gear reducers are shipped without oil. Add oil to proper oil level before
starting. Allow sufficient time for the oil to fill all parts of the reservoir and recheck the level.
1. Disconnect the reducer from its driving motor and check motor rotation. Reverse motor rotation
Fan precautions
Most Delroyd Worm Gear reducers are equipped with a fan for cooling the reducer. This fan is guarded,
but must have inlet and outlet air openings to provide the necessary air movement. To avoid severe
bodily injury or property damage:
1. Do not remove the fan guard or insert fingers or other objects into the air openings when the
reducer is operating.
2. Shut down and lock out the motor driving the reducer before the fan or fan guard is removed or
in any way adjusted.
Inspections
As with all mechanical equipment, a program of regular inspection is important to prolong equipment
life and to safeguard people and property.
1. Periodic inspection of the reducer must be made every 2,000 hours of operation or every six
months, whichever comes first.
2. The above inspection must also be conducted after each time the reducer has been subjected to
any overload, or stall condition or loss of lubricant.
3. Reducer parts that are damaged or worn, or the presence of contaminants (such as water, dirt,
bronze or steel particles) in drainage oil could indicate impending failure. An increase in noise, a
drastic increase in backlash, an increase in motor HP required, or other erratic behavior of the
reducer could indicate impending failure.
4. If any of the above conditions are observed, the reducer should be immediately taken out of
service until the cause of the condition is determined and corrections made.
1. Care should be exercised when draining oil during lubricant replacement. Oil temperatures of
180°F to 200°F can normally be expected and severe burns could result if oil contacts personnel or
their clothing.
2. Before beginning removal or disassembly of any part of your Delroyd Worm Gear reducer for
maintenance or inspection, lock out the driving motor control panel to prevent inadvertent starting
and disconnect the driven load.
3. Repairs can be done by Delroyd Worm Gear using factory stocked or manufactured parts if the
reducer can be returned to our plant in Niagara Falls, NY. If repairs are done elsewhere, all
instruction book adjustments must be followed and Delroyd Worm Gear manufactured parts must be
used.
SECTION III
Manual d’installation,
d’exploitation et de
maintenance FR 31
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y mantenimiento ES 46
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List of Contents
1. General 3
2. Installation 4
3. Operating 9
4. Maintenance 9
5. Environmental Requirements 13
1. General Conformity
NOTE As well as conforming to the standards relating to
These instructions must be followed to ensure safe mechanical and electrical characteristics, motors de-
and proper installation, operation and maintenance
signed for explosive atmospheres must also conform to
of the motor. They should be brought to the
the following European standards:
attention of anyone who installs, operates or
maintains the motor or associated equipment.
Ignoring these instructions may invalidate all EN 50014; General standard concerning explosion
applicable warranties. EN 50018; proof material. EEx d protection
Std. concerning
EN 50019; Std. concerning EEx e protection
WARNING EN 50021; Std. concerning EEx nA protection
Motors for hazardous areas are specially designed IEC 60079-15; Std. concerning Ex nA protection
to comply with official regulations concerning the BS 5000:16; Std. concerning Ex N protection
risk of explosion. The realiability of these motors EN 50281-1-1 Std. concerning Dust Ignition
may be impaired if they are used improperly, badly Protection
connected, or altered in any way no matter how
minor. ABB LV motors (valid only for group II) can be installed
in areas corresponding to following marking:
Standards relating to the connection and use of
electrical apparatus in hazardous areas must be Zone Category or Marking
taken into consideration,
standards for installation especially the where
in the country national
the 1 Category 2 or EEx d, EEx de, EEx e
2 Categor y 3 or Ex nA, Ex N, EEx nA
motors are being used. Only trained personnel
21 Categor y 2 or DIP, IP 65
familiar with these standards should handle this
22 Category 3 or DIP, IP 55 (non conductive dust)
type of apparatus.
Atmosphere;
Declaration of Conformity G – explosive atmosphere caused by gases
D – explosive atmosphere caused by dust
All ABB motors comply with:
- The Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC amended by
Prior checking
Directive 93/68/EEC
- EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, amended by
92/31/EEC, and 93/68/EEC. Users should check all information quoted in the stan-
- Declaration of Incorporation with respect to the dard technical information in conjuction with data con-
Machinery Directive 89/392/EEC, amended by cerning standards on explosion-proofing, such as:
91/368/EEC, 93/44/EEC and 93/68/EEC.
a) Gas group
ABB motors with a CE-mark on the rating plate comply
with the ATEX Directive 94/9/EC. Industry Gas group Gas type (examples)
Explosive atmos- IIA Propane
Validity pheres other than IIB Ethylene
mines IIC Hydrogen/Acetylene
These instructions are valid for the following ABB
electrical motor types, when used in explosive atmo- b) Marking temperature
spheres.
Temperature class T1 T2 T3 T4 T5 T6 T125°C
Non-sparking Ex nA, Ex N, EEx nA Max. temperature °C 450 300 200 135 100 85 125
series M2A*/M3A*, sizes 90 to 280 Max. temperature rise 155 155 155 90 55 40 80
series M2B*/M3G*, sizes 71 to 400 of surface K
Increased safety EEx e
series M2A*/M3A*, sizes 90 to 250 It should be noted that the motors are certified and
series M2B*/M3H*, sizes 80 to 400 classified according to their group. This is determined by
Flameproof enclosure EEx d, EEx de
reference to the ambient gas or dust atmosphere and by
series M2J*/M3J*, M2K*/M3K*, sizes 80 to 400
Dust Ignition Protection (DIP) Motors the marking temperature, calculated as a function of the
series M2A*/M3A*, sizes 90 to 280 ambient temperature of 40°C.
series M2B*/M3G*, sizes 71 to 355
If the motor is to be installed in higher ambient tempera-
(Additional information may be required by ABB to tures than 40°C, please consult ABB for new rating data
decided on the suitability for some machine types used and test reports at the required ambient temperature.
in special applications or with special design modifica-
tions.) The ambient temperature must not be less than -20°C. If
lower temperatures are expected, please consult ABB.
Check all rating plate data, especially voltage, winding Windings drenched in seawater normally need to be
connection (star or delta), category, type of protection rewound.
and temperature marking. The type of bearing is speci-
fied on the rating plate of all motors except the smallest Direct-on-line or star/delta starting
frame sizes. The terminal box on standard single speed motors
normally contains six winding terminals and at least one
Remove transport locking if employed. Turn shaft by earth terminal.
hand to check free rotation.
For two-speed and special motors, the supply connec-
Do not exceed permissible loading values of bearings tion must follow the instructions inside the ter minal box.
stated in the product catalogues.
Earthing
tions must
before thebemachine
carried is
outconnected
accordingtotothe
local regula-
supply
Motors equipped with roller bearings:
Running the motor with no radial force applied to the voltage.
shaft may damage the roller bearing.
The voltage and connection are stamped on the rating
Motors equipped with angular contact bearing: plate.
Running the motor with no axial force applied in the right
direction to the shaft may damage the angular contact Direct-on-line starting (DOL):
bearing. Y or D winding connections may be used.
E.g. 690 VY, 400 VD indicates Y-connection for 690 V
The type of bearing is specified on the rating plate. and D-connection for 400 V.
Lifting eyebolts must be tightened before lifting. If When fitted in a vertical position with the shaft pointing
needed the position of the eyebolt can be adjusted using
suitable washers as spacers. downwards, the
against falling motorand
objects must have a protective cover
fluid.
Ensure that proper lifting equipment is used and that the Ensure that the motor protection corresponds to the
sizes of the hooks are suitable for the lifting lugs. environment and weather conditions; e.g. make sure that
water cannot enter the terminal box.
Care must be taken not to damage auxiliary equipment
and cables attached to the motor. The earth terminal on the frame has to be connected to
PE (protective earth) with a cable as shown in Table 3 of
Machine weights EN 50014.
The total machine weight can vary within the same
frame size (center height) depending on different output, The cable connection between the network and motor
mounting arrangement and added features. terminals must fulfil the requirements stated in the
country standards for installation or in the standard EN
The following table shows estimated maximum weights 60204-1 according to the rated current indicated on the
for machines in their basic versions as a function of rating plate.
frame material.
Motors are intended for fixed installation only. In other
The actual weight of all ABB’s motors, except the cases ensure only certified cable glands for increased
smallest frame sizes is shown on the rating plate. safety and flameproof motors are used. For non-spark-
ing motors, cable glands should comply with EN 50014.
The IP-class of the cable gland should be at least same
as the motor protection.
NOTE!
Cables
clampedshould
close be mechanically
to terminal box toprotected and
fulfil requirements
of EN 50014 and local installation standards (e.g.
NFC 15100).
Approved connectors must be used to connect the The cable gland must be of an approved design. The
auxiliary elements. Thermistor relays, like other type and dimensions of the cable gland must conform to
switches and relays, must be placed outside the explo- the type and section of the cable. The degree of protec-
sion hazard zone. tion and diameter are specified in the documents relat-
ing to the cable gland.
Non-sparking & increased safety motors
Standard motors have the terminal box fitted on the top Please ensure that assembly of the terminal connection
and cable entry possibilities on both sides. A full de- is carried out precisely in the order that is set out in the
scription is contained in the product catalogues. assembly plan, which is found inside the terminal box.
Unused cable entries must be closed with appropriate The creepage distance and clearance must be conform
(certified for EEx e) plugs and with same IP protection to EN 50019.
as stamped on the rating plate.
The seals of the terminal box must be placed correctly
Flameproof motors in the slots provided, to ensure complete air tightness. A
There are two different types of protection for the leak could lead to penetration of dust or water, creating
terminal box: a risk of flashover to live elements.
In case of balancing without key, the shaft is marked Ex-motors in IEC frame size 280-400 shall be equipped
with a BLUE tape, with the text “Balanced without key”. with insulation bearings in N-end (non-drive end). The
insulation method is indicated on the motor rating plate,
Special instructions for motors with a e.g. “INSULATED BEARING IN N-END”.
frequency converter
Connection
In frequency converter applications, motor frame exter-
ABB motors with protection types EEx d, EEx de, EEx e
nal earthing must be used for equalising the potential
(on request) and Ex nA/Ex N or EEx nA are certified for
between the motor frame and the driven machine,
use with variable speed drives.
unless the two machines are mounted on the same
metallic base. See manual “Grounding and cabling of the
The use of a motor with a frequency converter must be
drive system” (3AFY61201998).
studied in advance. Check that the motor fulfils the
specifications. The maximum loadability (T = f(N)) of the
When the motor and the gearbox are mounted on a
motor, rotational speed area, frequency and the type or
common steel fundament, no potential equalisation is
characteristics of the converter are shown by an addi-
required.
tional rating plate or by a test report delivered with the
motor.
70 mm 2
min 50mm
Flameproof motors EEx d(e) operating with a frequency Driven machinery
3. Operating 4. Maintenance
Use WARNING
Standards relating to connection and use of
WARNING electrical apparatus in hazardous areas must be
Disconnect and lock out before working on the taken into consideration. Only fully trained
motor or the driven equipment. Ensure no explo- personnel competent with these standards must
sive atmosphere is present while the work is in handle this type of apparatus.
180 4-8 40 000 grease. Follow the special instructions given for the
equipment.
Depending on application and load conditions, see
applicable product catalogue. We recommend only the use of electromechanical
systems. Contact your local ABB Sales Office.
Hours of operation for vertical motors are half of the
above values. The amount of grease per each lubrication interval
stated in the table should be doubled if an automatic
Motors with regreasing nipples regreasing system is used.
Lubrication information plate and general lubrica- When 2-pole motors are automatically regreased, the
tion advice note about lubricant recommendations for 2-pole motors
in the chapter on Lubricants should be followed.
If the machine is fitted with a lubrication information
plate, follow the given values.
The following grease can be used: Rewinding should always be carried out by qualified
EEx approved repair shops.
• FAG L69 (polyurea base)
• Klüber Klüber quiet BH 72-102 (polyurea base) When re-assembling end shield or terminal box to the
• SKF LGHP2 (polyurea base) frame, check that the spigots are clean of paint and dir t
with only a thin layer of grease. In the case of DIP
If other lubricants are used, check with the manufacturer motors, when re-assembling the endshields on the
that the qualities correspond to those of the above
frame special sealing grease or sealing compound
mentioned lubricants, or if the compatibility of the
should be reapplied to the spigots. This should be the
lubricant is uncertain, contact your local ABB Sales
same as originally applied to the motor for enclosure
Office.
protection.
Frequency converter drives
Bearings
Higher speed operation, e.g. in frequency converter
Special care should be taken with the bearings.
applications, or lower speed with heavy load will require
These must be removed using pullers and fitted by
shorter lubrication intervals. Consult your local ABB
heating or using special tools for the purpose.
Sales Office in such cases.
Bearing replacement is described in detail in a separate
Typically a doubling of speed will require a reduction of
lubrication intervals to approx. 40 % of values tabulated instruction leaflet available from ABB Sales Office.
above.
Any indication placed on the motor, such as labels, must
be followed.
WARNING
The designed maximum speed of the motor must
NOTE!
not be exceeded. Any repair by the end user, unless expressly
approved by the manufacturer, releases the manu-
Suitability of bearings for high-speed operations must be facturer from his responsibility to conformity.
checked.
5. Environmental requirements
Noise levels
Most of ABB’s motors have a sound pressure level not
exceeding 82 dB(A) (± 3 dB) at 50 Hz AC.
Additional information:
Product code:
3 G B A 3 1 2 2 1 0 - A D A
Pos 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14
Address
spondingoftothe manufacturer
letters mentionedorabove
authorised representative corre-
on Pos.14:
ABB Automation Products S.A., Division Motores
P.O.Box 81, E-08200 Sabadell, Spain
M2AA/M3AA, EEx e 112-250 A or C
M2AA/M3AA, Cat 3D 112-280 A or C
Address of the manufacturer or authorised representative corre-
sponding to letters mentioned above on Pos.14:
ABB Automation Technology Products AB, Motors&Machines, LV
Motors
S-721 70 Västerås, Sweden
These instructions do not cover all details or variations in equipment nor provide for every possible condition to be
met in connection with installation, operation or maintenance. Should additional information be required, please
contact the nearest ABB Sales Office.
Motor trouble shooting chart
Your motor service and any trouble shooting must be handled by qualified persons with have proper tools and
equipment.
Pulleys
shouldertoo far away from shaft Move pulley closer to motor bearing.
Pulley diameter too small Use larger pulleys.
Misalignment Correct by realignment of drive.
Insufficient grease Maintain proper quality of grease in bearing.
Deterioration of grease or lubricant Remove old grease, wash bearings thoroughly in
contaminated kerosene and replace with new grease.
Excess lubricant Reduce quantity of grease, bearing should not be
more than 1/2 filled.
Overloaded bearing Check alignment, side and end thrust.
Broken ball or rough races Replace bearing, first clean housing thoroughly.
Ex-motors
46 Type of protection EEx de IIB T4
47 EC Type Examination No LCIE 00 ATEX 6028
48
Option Variant Codes / Definition
50
50 +148 Routine Test Report
51 +451 Heating Element, 200-240V.
52 +005 Protective roof, vertical motor, shaft down
53 +002 Restamping voltage, frequency and output: Amb. 50 deg. C, 18.5KW
54
55
Remarks:
1.3
1.2
1.1
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.6
0.5
0.4
0.3
0.2
0.1
0
0 0.1 0.2 0.3 0.4 0.5 0.6 0.7 0.8 0.9 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4
P2/Pn
5 10
4.5 9
4 8
3.5 7
3 6
n
T
/ 2.5 I
n
/
s
5 s
I
T
2 4
1.5 3
1 2
0.5 1
0 0
0 250 500 750 1000 1250 1500 1750
Speed (r/min)
Additional information:
ABB Oy
SECTION IV
SSS clutches
C O N T E N T S
PAGE
Section 1. INTRODUCTION 1
Section 2. CONSTRUCTION 2
Section 3. OPERATION 2
Section 4. INSTALLATION 4
Section 5. MAINTENANCE 7
I N D E X Sheet No. 1
Page
Section 1. INTRODUCTION 1
Section 2. CONSTRUCTION 2
Section 3. OPERATION 2
Section 4. INSTALLATION 4
4.1. Identification 4
4.2. Alignment 4
4.3. Installation 5
4.4. Lubrication 5
Section 5. MAINTENANCE 7
5.2. Examination 8
5.3. Assembly 9
I N D E X Sheet No. 2
Page
Section 1. INTRODUCTION
pawl-actuated
driven helical
teeth into sliding
smooth mechanism
and positive to bring driving and
mesh.
- 1 -
Section 2. CONSTRUCTION
The design of the Size 44T SSS turning gear clutch is shown
on Drawing No. SM.17557. It comprises three main assemblies.....
Section 3. OPERATION
The SSS clutch is designed for a maximum input speed from the
turning gear drive of 220 rpm which must not be exceeded. For
input speeds above 220 rpm, SSS must be consulted.
- 2 -
occurs, the pawls (6) contact the ratchet teeth on the heli-
cal sliding component (2) thus precisely aligning the clutch
teeth.
between the helical sliding component (2) and the input shaft
(1).
When the speed of the input drive to the SSS Clutch equals
that of the rotating output, the pawls (6) contact the
ratchet teeth on the helical sliding component (2) and the
clutch engages as described in Section 3.1.
- 3 -
Section 4. INSTALLATION
4.1. Identification
DIRECTION OF
INPUT
ROTATION
4.2. Alignment
- 4 -
4.3. Installation
NOTE For transit, the output clutch ring has been reversed, placed
on the helical splines of the input shaft and bolted, with
RED packing pieces under the switch ring face, to the input
shaft flange face with two bolts which are also painted RED.
Before installation, remove the output clutch ring from the
input shaft.
1. Having removed the output clutch ring (3) from the input
shaft (1), align numbered holes in the flange of the output
clutch ring (3) with the flange of driven machine, and bolt
flanges together.
4.4. Lubrication
- 5 -
Diagram 1.
Rotate dial indicator stylus -
See section 4.2.1 of this manual
- 6 -
Section 5. MAINTENANCE
The SSS clutch requires very little maintenance and need only
be fully inspected during each major overhaul of the main
machinery.
- 7 -
5.2. Examination
5.2.2. Remove four socket cap screws (11) and stop cap (4). Withdraw
the helical sliding component (2) from the shaft, noting
match marks between splines for correct re-assembly.
5.2.3 Before removing the pawls (6) from the output clutch ring
(3), the load exerted by the pawl springs (7) should be
checked. The spring are correctly set if a radial load, of
115 grammes (4.0 ozs) applied at each pawl tip, will just
fully depress the pawls.
5.2.4 Remove two socket set screws (12) and separate the pawl pivot
pins (8), pawls (6) and pawl springs (7) from the output
clutch ring (3).
5.2.5 Examine the pivot pins and bore of the pawls for signs of
excessive wear and/or fretting. The pawl tips and the ratchet
teeth on the helical sliding component with which they en-
gage, should be examined for signs of chipping. Renew parts
as necessary. The pawl springs (7) should be replaced when-
ever the pawls are replaced, or independently if wear or
distortion dictates.
5.2.6 Examine all ratchet teeth, clutch teeth and helical splines,
sliding surfaces and end faces for signs of excessive wear or
chipping.
- 8 -
5.3. Assembly
various
There dismantling
are procedures
however, several described
points in Section
which should 5.2.
be observed.
- 9 -
1. Input Shaft 1
4. Stop Cap 1
5. NOT USED -
6. Pawl 2
7. Pawl Spring 2
8. Pawl Pin 2
- 10 -
7.1.1. Name and item number of the part required. This may be ob-
tained by referring to the Drawing No. SM.17557 and the Parts
List on page 10 of this Manual.
Quantity
Item No. Description Per Clutch
6. Pawl 2
7. Pawl Spring 2
8. Pawl Pin 2
- 11 -
SAFESET COUPLING
SERIAL NUMBER CROSS REFERENCE
Customer: LUFKIN
Coupling Type: SR- CB 350
Coupling #: 11520925, 11520927
Drawing #: 29435
Customer P/O#: 106/216151
Sales Order#: S017168
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
When the pre-set torque is exceeded, the Safeset coupling slips and the top
of the shear tube is sheared off by the shear ring, releasing the oil pressure in
the coupling. This happens within a few milliseconds. After release the
coupling will run freely on the shaft.
Due to its design it has a limited ability to take up other types of loads, as
bending torque and radial loads. This must be take into account when
installing the Safeset coupling.
The combination must not lead to reaction forces such as loads or bending
torque on the Safeset coupling.
If the drive line where the SAFESET coupling is installed is not continuously
supervised a monitoring system discovering the release of the SAFESET
coupling must be installed.
This system will prevent that the SAFESET coupling rotates freely during a
longer period of time.
Transport locking
CAUTION!
Coupling is pressurised to
20-35 MPa for transport only!
Loosen the sheartube ½ turn until the oil is evacuated into the pump.
Safety regulations
• When the SAFESET coupling releases, parts from the shear tube
and oil are thrown out of the coupling at very high pressure.
Smaller couplings are delivered with a protection band. If the
coupling lacks protection band, a plate cover must be installed
around the coupling. Min. plate thickness 1.5 mm.
1. The coupling is delivered oiled and as a unit ready to be mounted as to enclosed
drawing 27496.
3. Push the coupling onto the shaft. Assemble the plate, item 19, with the screws, item
20.
4. After mounting of Safeset check that the coupling easily can be rotated.
(Note! Unscrew the shear tube to avoid damage when testing).
5. To limit the heat generation in the coupling after a release, a release indicator should
be installed and used to stop the power supply to the coupling after a release.
Important!
To avoid personal injury, a protection device must be installed to prevent shear tube parts
and oil to be thrown out with very high pressure when the SAFESET ® releases.
1. Unscrew the screws, item 20 from the plate, item 19, and remove the plate.
2. Assemble a hydraulic pump (max. pressure 100 MPa) into the centre thread of the
shaft (thread G1/4").
3. Mount a pulling device in the screw holes (M16 (6x60°)) on the housing, item 15. Pull
with the device and at the same time inject oil into the shaft connection (injecting oil
makes it easier to disassemble the sleeve).
Important!! Use Mobil SHC 624 oil as lubrication oil, otherwise the transmittable torque will
change!!!
Oil drain:
1. Depressurise the SAFESET ® , see pressure lowering instruction, and remove all
sheartubes.
2. Rotate the SAFESET ® so that one lubrication port is in a downward position.
3. Unscrew the downward lubrication plug first, and then unscrew the horizontal
lubrication plug.
Refill / check:
1. Depressurise the SAFESET ® and remove all sheartubes (if not already done).
2. Rotate the SAFESET ® so that one port is in an upward position, 10° from vertical.
3. Unscrew the lubrication plugs (if not already done).
10°
Lubrication port
®
SAFESET
Lubrication port
4. Fill Mobil SHC 624 oil slowly into the upward port with the lubrication injector until a
clear flow of oil emerges from the other port. Note: if the oil that emerges is
contaminated, a complete change of oil is recommended.
5. Allow the SAFESET ® to sit in this position for 15 minutes to allow the oil to distribute
inside the coupling.
45° 45°
7. Allow the SAFESET ® to sit in this position for 15 minutes allowing the oil to drain from
the coupling until oil stops coming out from the lubrication ports.
A calibration diagram is enclosed every coupling. The coupling has a number right next to
the filling connection which corresponds to the calibration diagram. In this diagram the
necessary pressure for required torque limit can be read.
1. Remove the damaged shear tubes.
2. Fasten new shear tubes until they reach the bottom. The end of the shear tube is then
formed to fit the valve seat at the bottom of the hole. Then tighten the shear tubes with
care (tightening torque 30-35 Nm). This makes the coupling absolutely leak proof.
3. Unscrew the shear tube next to the filling connection 1/2 turn.
4. Remove the protection plug, item 2. Screw the quick connection into the G1/4" thread.
5. Connect the hose and pump oil into the coupling until the manometer on the pump
shows the correct pressure (see calibration diagram on page 10).
6. Tighten the shear tube at the filling connection carefully (30-35 Nm).
8. Remove the quick connection and reset the protection plug into the connection hole.
2. Connect the pump to the quick connection. Check if there is enough room in the pump
to evacuate the oil from the SAFESET ® .
3. Open the unloading valve on the pump (see pump instruction).
5. Tighten the sheartube when the pressure has dropped to 0 MPa.
ATEX information
This SAFESET ® coupling is classified for use in potentially explosive atmospheres
according to the EU Directive 94/9/EC of March 1994 (ATEX). The classification is:
II 3G c g T3
This means in summary:
- Equipment group II, category 3G, intended for use where explosive atmospheres
caused by mixtures of air and gases are unlike to occur or, if they do occur, are likely
to do so only infrequently and for a short period only.
- Ignition protection c, constructional safety and g, inherent safety.
- Temperature class T3, maximum surface temperature 200 ºC
II 3G c g T3
SAFESET
Calibration diagram / Kalibrierdiagramm
Coupling type / Kupplung type Order / Bestell Nr. Coupling No / Kupplung Nr.
Setting / Einstellung
T= kNm
P= MPa
Torque (x10³ lb-in)
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
90
12
80
70 10
60
)
a )
I
P 8 S
M
(
P
³
k 50 0
1
c x
(
u
r e
r
D u
/ s
s
e 6 e
r 40 r
u P
s
s
e
r
P
30
4
20
10
0 0
SAFESET
Calibration diagram / Kalibrierdiagramm
Coupling type / Kupplung type Order / Bestell Nr. Coupling No / Kupplung Nr.
Setting / Einstellung
T= kNm
P= MPa
Torque (x10³ lb-in)
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
90
12
80
70 10
60
)
a )
I
P 8 S
M
(
P
³
k 50 0
1
c x
(
u
r e
r
D u
/ s
s
e 6 e
r 40 r
u P
s
s
e
r
P
30
4
20
10
0 0
Customer: LUFKIN
Coupling Type: SR- CB 350
Coupling #: 11520926,
11520929 - 11520933
Drawing #: 29435
Customer P/O#: 106/216151
Sales Order#: S017168
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
When the pre-set torque is exceeded, the Safeset coupling slips and the top
of the shear tube is sheared off by the shear ring, releasing the oil pressure in
the coupling. This happens within a few milliseconds. After release the
coupling will run freely on the shaft.
Due to its design it has a limited ability to take up other types of loads, as
bending torque and radial loads. This must be take into account when
installing the Safeset coupling.
The combination must not lead to reaction forces such as loads or bending
torque on the Safeset coupling.
If the drive line where the SAFESET coupling is installed is not continuously
supervised a monitoring system discovering the release of the SAFESET
coupling must be installed.
This system will prevent that the SAFESET coupling rotates freely during a
longer period of time.
Transport locking
CAUTION!
Coupling is pressurised to
20-35 MPa for transport only!
Loosen the sheartube ½ turn until the oil is evacuated into the pump.
Safety regulations
• When the SAFESET coupling releases, parts from the shear tube
and oil are thrown out of the coupling at very high pressure.
Smaller couplings are delivered with a protection band. If the
coupling lacks protection band, a plate cover must be installed
around the coupling. Min. plate thickness 1.5 mm.
1. The coupling is delivered oiled and as a unit ready to be mounted as to enclosed
drawing 27496.
3. Push the coupling onto the shaft. Assemble the plate, item 19, with the screws, item
20.
4. After mounting of Safeset check that the coupling easily can be rotated.
(Note! Unscrew the shear tube to avoid damage when testing).
5. To limit the heat generation in the coupling after a release, a release indicator should
be installed and used to stop the power supply to the coupling after a release.
Important!
To avoid personal injury, a protection device must be installed to prevent shear tube parts
and oil to be thrown out with very high pressure when the SAFESET ® releases.
1. Unscrew the screws, item 20 from the plate, item 19, and remove the plate.
2. Assemble a hydraulic pump (max. pressure 100 MPa) into the centre thread of the
shaft (thread G1/4").
3. Mount a pulling device in the screw holes (M16 (6x60°)) on the housing, item 15. Pull
with the device and at the same time inject oil into the shaft connection (injecting oil
makes it easier to disassemble the sleeve).
Important!! Use Mobil SHC 624 oil as lubrication oil, otherwise the transmittable torque will
change!!!
Oil drain:
1. Depressurise the SAFESET ® , see pressure lowering instruction, and remove all
sheartubes.
2. Rotate the SAFESET ® so that one lubrication port is in a downward position.
3. Unscrew the downward lubrication plug first, and then unscrew the horizontal
lubrication plug.
Refill / check:
1. Depressurise the SAFESET ® and remove all sheartubes (if not already done).
2. Rotate the SAFESET ® so that one port is in an upward position, 10° from vertical.
3. Unscrew the lubrication plugs (if not already done).
10°
Lubrication port
®
SAFESET
Lubrication port
4. Fill Mobil SHC 624 oil slowly into the upward port with the lubrication injector until a
clear flow of oil emerges from the other port. Note: if the oil that emerges is
contaminated, a complete change of oil is recommended.
5. Allow the SAFESET ® to sit in this position for 15 minutes to allow the oil to distribute
inside the coupling.
45° 45°
7. Allow the SAFESET ® to sit in this position for 15 minutes allowing the oil to drain from
the coupling until oil stops coming out from the lubrication ports.
A calibration diagram is enclosed every coupling. The coupling has a number right next to
the filling connection which corresponds to the calibration diagram. In this diagram the
necessary pressure for required torque limit can be read.
1. Remove the damaged shear tubes.
2. Fasten new shear tubes until they reach the bottom. The end of the shear tube is then
formed to fit the valve seat at the bottom of the hole. Then tighten the shear tubes with
care (tightening torque 30-35 Nm). This makes the coupling absolutely leak proof.
3. Unscrew the shear tube next to the filling connection 1/2 turn.
4. Remove the protection plug, item 2. Screw the quick connection into the G1/4" thread.
5. Connect the hose and pump oil into the coupling until the manometer on the pump
shows the correct pressure (see calibration diagram on page 10).
6. Tighten the shear tube at the filling connection carefully (30-35 Nm).
8. Remove the quick connection and reset the protection plug into the connection hole.
2. Connect the pump to the quick connection. Check if there is enough room in the pump
to evacuate the oil from the SAFESET ® .
3. Open the unloading valve on the pump (see pump instruction).
5. Tighten the sheartube when the pressure has dropped to 0 MPa.
ATEX information
This SAFESET ® coupling is classified for use in potentially explosive atmospheres
according to the EU Directive 94/9/EC of March 1994 (ATEX). The classification is:
II 3G c g T3
This means in summary:
- Equipment group II, category 3G, intended for use where explosive atmospheres
caused by mixtures of air and gases are unlike to occur or, if they do occur, are likely
to do so only infrequently and for a short period only.
- Ignition protection c, constructional safety and g, inherent safety.
- Temperature class T3, maximum surface temperature 200 ºC
II 3G c g T3
SAFESET
Calibration diagram / Kalibrierdiagramm
Coupling type / Kupplung type Order / Bestell Nr. Coupling No / Kupplung Nr.
Setting / Einstellung
T= kNm
P= MPa
Torque (x10³ lb-in)
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
90
12
80
70
10
60
)
a )
I
P 8 S
M
(
P
³
k 50 0
1
c x
(
u
r e
r
D u
/ s
s
e 6 e
r 40 r
u P
s
s
e
r
P 30
4
20
10
0 0
Customer: LUFKIN
Coupling Type: SR- CB 350
Coupling #: 11521894 - 11521897
Drawing #: 29435
Customer P/O#: 106/216151
Sales Order#: S017168
CONTENTS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
When the pre-set torque is exceeded, the Safeset coupling slips and the top
of the shear tube is sheared off by the shear ring, releasing the oil pressure in
the coupling. This happens within a few milliseconds. After release the
coupling will run freely on the shaft.
Due to its design it has a limited ability to take up other types of loads, as
bending torque and radial loads. This must be take into account when
installing the Safeset coupling.
The combination must not lead to reaction forces such as loads or bending
torque on the Safeset coupling.
If the drive line where the SAFESET coupling is installed is not continuously
supervised a monitoring system discovering the release of the SAFESET
coupling must be installed.
This system will prevent that the SAFESET coupling rotates freely during a
longer period of time.
Transport locking
CAUTION!
Coupling is pressurised to
20-35 MPa for transport only!
Loosen the sheartube ½ turn until the oil is evacuated into the pump.
Safety regulations
• When the SAFESET coupling releases, parts from the shear tube
and oil are thrown out of the coupling at very high pressure.
Smaller couplings are delivered with a protection band. If the
coupling lacks protection band, a plate cover must be installed
around the coupling. Min. plate thickness 1.5 mm.
1. The coupling is delivered oiled and as a unit ready to be mounted as to enclosed
drawing 27496.
3. Push the coupling onto the shaft. Assemble the plate, item 19, with the screws, item
20.
4. After mounting of Safeset check that the coupling easily can be rotated.
(Note! Unscrew the shear tube to avoid damage when testing).
5. To limit the heat generation in the coupling after a release, a release indicator should
be installed and used to stop the power supply to the coupling after a release.
Important!
To avoid personal injury, a protection device must be installed to prevent shear tube parts
and oil to be thrown out with very high pressure when the SAFESET ® releases.
1. Unscrew the screws, item 20 from the plate, item 19, and remove the plate.
2. Assemble a hydraulic pump (max. pressure 100 MPa) into the centre thread of the
shaft (thread G1/4").
3. Mount a pulling device in the screw holes (M16 (6x60°)) on the housing, item 15. Pull
with the device and at the same time inject oil into the shaft connection (injecting oil
makes it easier to disassemble the sleeve).
Important!! Use Mobil SHC 624 oil as lubrication oil, otherwise the transmittable torque will
change!!!
Oil drain:
1. Depressurise the SAFESET ® , see pressure lowering instruction, and remove all
sheartubes.
2. Rotate the SAFESET ® so that one lubrication port is in a downward position.
3. Unscrew the downward lubrication plug first, and then unscrew the horizontal
lubrication plug.
Refill / check:
1. Depressurise the SAFESET ® and remove all sheartubes (if not already done).
2. Rotate the SAFESET ® so that one port is in an upward position, 10° from vertical.
3. Unscrew the lubrication plugs (if not already done).
10°
Lubrication port
®
SAFESET
Lubrication port
4. Fill Mobil SHC 624 oil slowly into the upward port with the lubrication injector until a
clear flow of oil emerges from the other port. Note: if the oil that emerges is
contaminated, a complete change of oil is recommended.
5. Allow the SAFESET ® to sit in this position for 15 minutes to allow the oil to distribute
inside the coupling.
45° 45°
7. Allow the SAFESET ® to sit in this position for 15 minutes allowing the oil to drain from
the coupling until oil stops coming out from the lubrication ports.
A calibration diagram is enclosed every coupling. The coupling has a number right next to
the filling connection which corresponds to the calibration diagram. In this diagram the
necessary pressure for required torque limit can be read.
1. Remove the damaged shear tubes.
2. Fasten new shear tubes until they reach the bottom. The end of the shear tube is then
formed to fit the valve seat at the bottom of the hole. Then tighten the shear tubes with
care (tightening torque 30-35 Nm). This makes the coupling absolutely leak proof.
3. Unscrew the shear tube next to the filling connection 1/2 turn.
4. Remove the protection plug, item 2. Screw the quick connection into the G1/4" thread.
5. Connect the hose and pump oil into the coupling until the manometer on the pump
shows the correct pressure (see calibration diagram on page 10).
6. Tighten the shear tube at the filling connection carefully (30-35 Nm).
8. Remove the quick connection and reset the protection plug into the connection hole.
2. Connect the pump to the quick connection. Check if there is enough room in the pump
to evacuate the oil from the SAFESET ® .
3. Open the unloading valve on the pump (see pump instruction).
5. Tighten the sheartube when the pressure has dropped to 0 MPa.
ATEX information
This SAFESET ® coupling is classified for use in potentially explosive atmospheres
according to the EU Directive 94/9/EC of March 1994 (ATEX). The classification is:
II 3G c g T3
This means in summary:
- Equipment group II, category 3G, intended for use where explosive atmospheres
caused by mixtures of air and gases are unlike to occur or, if they do occur, are likely
to do so only infrequently and for a short period only.
- Ignition protection c, constructional safety and g, inherent safety.
- Temperature class T3, maximum surface temperature 200 ºC
II 3G c g T3
SAFESET
Calibration diagram / Kalibrierdiagramm
Coupling type / Kupplung type Order / Bestell Nr. Coupling No / Kupplung Nr.
Setting / Einstellung
T= kNm
P= MPa
Torque (x10³ lb-in)
0 500 1000 1500 2000 2500 3000 3500 4000
90
12
80
70 10
60
)
a )
I
P 8 S
M
(
P
³
k 50 0
1
c x
(
u
r e
r
D u
/ s
s
e 6 e
r 40 r
u P
s
s
e
r
P
30
4
20
10
0 0
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