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Motors I Automation I Energy I Transmission & Distribution I Coatings Low and high voltage three phase induction motors M line - Squirrel cage rotor - Vertical Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual...
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Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual Document Number: 11371757 Models: MGA, MGP, MGD, MGT, MGV, MGF, MGR, MGI, MGW Language: English Revision: 7 May 2018...
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1. The total or partial reproduction of information supplied in this manual is authorized, provided that reference is made to its source. If this manual is lost, an electronic PDF file is available at www.weg.net or another printed copy may be requested.
TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION ....................11 SAFETY WARNINGS IN THE MANUAL ................... 11 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS ................12 QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ........................ 12 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................ 12 STANDARDS ........................... 12 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS ....................13 OPERATING CONDITIONS ......................13 VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY ......................13 RECEIVING, HANDLING AND STORAGE ............
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4.5.1.2 Alarm and trip temperatures ....................24 4.5.1.3 Temperature and ohmic resistance of the PT100 thermoresistance ........25 4.5.1.4 Space heater ........................25 4.5.2 Water leak sensor ..........................25 COOLING ............................25 4.6.1 Air-water heat exchange cooling ......................25 4.6.1.1 Radiators for application with seawater ................25 4.6.2...
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If any additional explanation about motors with major special features is necessary, consult WEG. All procedures and standards contained in this manual must be observed in order to ensure proper operation of the motor and the safety of the personnel involved in its operation.
2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS All the personnel involved with the assembly, operation or maintenance of electrical installations must be permanently informed and updated on the standards and safety instructions that guide the job and are advised to strictly comply with them.
2.4 ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS 2.6 VOLTAGE AND FREQUENCY The motor was designed according to the specific It is very important to ensure a proper power supply for environmental conditions (temperature and altitude) of the motor. The conductors and the entire protection...
ATTENTION Any damage must be photographed, documented and reported immediately to the carrier, the insurer and WEG. The non- communication of this damage will void the warranty. ATTENTION Parts supplied in additional packages must be checked upon receipt.
3.2.1 Motor positioning ATTENTION Vertical motors are supplied with lifting lugs at the drive Space heaters must remain powered during end DE and non-drive end NDE. storage in order to avoid moisture Some motors are transported in the horizontal position condensation inside the motor.
If any of these requirements is not met in the storage site, acceptable levels. WEG suggests that additional protections be added to the The space heaters drive circuit must be unique and the motor package during the storage period, as follows:...
3.3.3.5 Bearings The oil level must be respected, remaining in the middle of the oil sight glass; Every two months, the shaft-locking device must be 3.3.3.5.1 Grease-lubricated rolling bearing removed, and the motor rotor must be rotated at least 10...
WEG recommends that, every 3 years of storage, the radiator seals must be replaced every 3 years, as stored motor be sent to a WEG Authorized Repair Shop or recommended by the radiator supplier. to WEG own factory, in order to perform a complete predictive maintenance.
3.3.3.11 Maintenance plan during storage During the storage period, the motor maintenance must be performed and recorded according to the plan described in Table 3.1. Table 3.1: Storage plan Before Monthly Notes months months years start-up STORAGE LOCATION Inspect the cleanliness conditions...
Reassemble the sleeve bearings and carry out lubrication. Contact WEG to perform this procedure. 3.3.4.3 Bearing lubrication Use the lubricant specified for bearing lubrication. Information on the bearings and lubricants are indicated on the bearing nameplates, and the lubrication must be done as described in section 1.1 of this manual, always...
In order to operate the motor in the direction opposite to the specified, consult WEG. l 21 11371757 Installation, operation and maintenance manual – Squirrel cage motor – M line – Vertical...
4.4 INSULATION RESISTANCE 4.4.1 Safety Instructions MΩ MΩ DANGER In order to measure the insulation resistance, the motor must be turned off and stopped. Figure 4.4: Megohmmeter connection The winding being tested must be connected to the frame and grounded until all residual Whenever possible, each phase must be isolated and electrostatic charges are removed.
The polarization index allows the assessment of the motor 4.4.7 Insulation assessment insulation conditions. Table 4.2 and Table 4.3 present guiding limits of insulation resistance and polarization index for the assessment of DANGER the motor insulation conditions. In order to avoid accidents, the winding must Table 4.2: Insulation resistance guiding limits on electrical...
The motor protection devices are listed in the insulation, and hence that of the motor, will WEG drawing – Connection diagram. be significantly reduced, or it may even result Not using these devices is the sole in the motor burnout.
4.5.1.3 Temperature and ohmic resistance of the PT100 thermoresistance Table 4.6 shows the temperature as a function of the ohmic resistance measured across PT100 RTDs. Formula: Ω - 100 = °C 0.386 Table 4.6: Temperature X Resistance (Pt100) º C 100.00...
4.7 ELECTRICAL ASPECTS In the case of radiators for applications with seawater, the materials in contact with the water (pipes and plates) must be corrosion 4.7.1 Electrical connections resistant. Furthermore, the radiators may be fitted with sacrificial anodes (e.g., zinc or ATTENTION magnesium), as shown in Figure 4.7, which...
4.7.2 Connection diagrams 4.7.2.1 Connection diagrams according to IEC60034-8 The following connection diagrams show the terminal identification in the terminal box and the possible connections for the motors. 4.7.2.1.1 Stator connection diagrams 3 TERMINALS 6 TERMINALS 6 TERMINALS - DAHLANDER Δ...
Motors with a single rotation direction, as indicated on the nameplate and on sign plate affixed to the frame, have unidirectional fan and must be operated only in the specified rotation direction. In order to invert the rotation direction of unidirectional motors, consult WEG. 4.7.2.4 Accessory connection diagrams For the correct installation of the accessories, refer to the drawing in the specific CONNECTION DIAGRAM of the motor.
NOTES ATTENTION When WEG supplies the anchor plate for Improper mounting can generate excessive fastening and aligning the motor, the vibration, causing early wear of the bearings dimensional and installation details of the and even breaking the shaft.
The anchor bolts must be fastened according to Table 4.8.7 Alignment The motor must be correctly aligned with the driven machine. Table 4.7: Tightening torque of the anchor bolts Dry tightening Tightening torque with Type Ø torque [Nm] Molycote [Nm]...
These shims can also compensate flanges that are not flat. Angular misalignment Axial measurement Figure 4.11: Angular alignment Figure 4.11 shows the angular misalignment and a practical form to measure it. The measurement is done in four points 90° away from Figure 4.12: Alignment of motors with hollow shaft...
(unless otherwise specified by Figure 4.15: Belt drive commercial agreement). WEG is not liable for damages to the motor, When a reduction or increase in speed is required, the associated equipment and installation belt transmission is the most indicated.
5 STARTING 5.1 DIRECT ON-LINE STARTING 5.2 DIRECT ONLINE STARTING FREQUENCY It is the simplest and most economically feasible method; however, it must only be used when the starting current Since induction motors have a high starting current, the does not affect the power grid.
In order to invert the rotation direction of bearing (if any) has been replaced, as per item 4.2.3; motors with single direction, it is necessary to consult WEG. 14. Keep the motor rotating at rated speed and write down the bearing temperatures at 1-minute intervals until they become constant.
In case of overheating, the motor must be shut down identify possible causes and make the necessary immediately for the inspection of bearings and corrections; temperature sensors, and the correction of possible 16.
Alarm 3600 directions. When the customer sends the half coupling to Tripping WEG, the motor is balanced with the half coupling mounted on the shaft. Otherwise, according to the standards above, the motor is balanced with half-key ATTENTION (i.e., the key slot is filled with a bar of the same width,...
If any layer of resin on the windings is damaged during damage or defect observed. cleaning or inspection, such parts must be corrected with adequate material (in this case, consult WEG). l 37 11371757 Installation, operation and maintenance manual – Squirrel cage motor – M line – Vertical...
7.3.5 Insulation Resistance 5. Reassemble the heads, replacing the gaskets, if necessary. The insulation resistance must be measured after the Sacrificial anodes completion of all of the maintenance procedures. Sacrificial anodes are used in radiators that operate with seawater. The regular inspection must be carried out, ATTENTION according to the maintenance plan.
Stop the motor and inject the rest of the grease. ATTENTION WEG does not recommend the use of ATTENTION greases different from the motor original grease.
7.9.1.5 Alternative greases Table 7.2: Options and characteristics of the alternative greases for regular applications Constant If it is not possible to use the original grease, the operating Multiplication alternative greases listed in Table 7.2 can be used, under...
Figure 7.2: Lower bearing NOTE Figure 7.2 legend: 1. Temperature sensor WEG is not liable for the grease change or for 2. Grease nipple any damages arising from this change. 3. Grease collecting drawer 4. Screw 5.
7.9.1.9.2 Lower bearing disassembly ATTENTION In order to disassemble the bearing, proceed according to During the bearing disassembly, it is the following guidelines: necessary to be careful not to damage the 1. Place the motor in the horizontal position;...
Proceed according to the following directions: The oil selected for the application must have the proper viscosity for the bearing operating temperature. The type of oil recommended by WEG already considers these criteria; Insufficient quantity of oil may damage the bearing;...
7.9.2.6 Bearing assembly NOTE Clean the rolling bearing and the oil tanks thoroughly, Under no circumstances can water leak into and inspect all the parts before the bearing assembly. the oil tank, because this will contaminate Make sure the rolling bearing contact surfaces are the lubricant.
If the supplied bearings are manufactured by compromise its integrity, checking for cracks and broken WEG, refer to the specific bearing manual parts. Cracked or broken parts must be replaced. supplied with the motor, containing the...
7.9.4.8.2 Guide bearing (lower) 7.9.5.2 Disassembly/assembly of the sleeve bearing temperature sensors The lower guide bearing function is to provide the radial location of the motor shaft without load or axial displacement limitation. Figure 7.11: Pt100 on the bearings Figure 7.11 legend:...
All the repair, disassembly and assembly services must be performed only by properly qualified and trained professionals; otherwise, equipment damage and personal injury may occur. If any further explanations are necessary, consult WEG. The disassembly and assembly sequence s depend on the motor model.
8.5 TIGHTENING TORQUE The Table 8.1 and Table 8.2 shows the tightening torques of the screws recommended for assembling the motor. Table 8.1: Screw tightening torque for metal/metal parts Material / Carbon Steel / Stainless steel / Resistance 8.8 or above A2 –...
8.6 SPARE PARTS Table 8.3 shows the necessary spare parts, which must be kept in stock for the maintenance procedures recommended in the maintenance plan, and the optional spare parts, which can be requested to meet any replacement needs.
9 MAINTENANCE PLAN The maintenance plan described in Table 9.1 is only referential, and the intervals between each maintenance intervention may vary according to the motor location and operating conditions. For the associated equipment, such as the water supply unit or control and protection system, it is necessary to refer to their specific manuals.
10 ABNORMALITIES, CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS NOTE The instructions of Table 10.1 present only a basic list of abnormalities, causes and corrective actions. In case of questions, consult WEG. Table 10.1: Basic list of abnormalities, causes and corrective actions ABNORMALITY POSSIBLE CAUSES...
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ABNORMALITY POSSIBLE CAUSES CORRECTION Fans with inverted rotation direction Correct the rotation direction of the fans Insufficient cooling due to dirty air channels Open and clean the air passage channels Measure the stator current; reduce the load. Overload Analyze the motor application...
These materials are recyclable or reusable and must be properly disposed according to the current regulations of each country. All the wood used in the packaging of WEG motors comes from reforestation and receives anti-fungal treatment. 12.2 PRODUCT...
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The repair and/or replacement of parts or components, when effected by WEG within the Warranty period do not give Warranty extension, unless otherwise expressed in writing by WEG. This constitutes WEG's only warranty in connection with this sale and is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied, written or oral.
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