Baldor Reliance Electric Motor FDL3737TM

Section 3 — Maintenance general principles

Check the oil level in the sight gauge when the motor is at rest

Check the oil level in the sight gauge when the motor is in operation

Is the oil level at the midpoint of the sight gauge in both conditions?

Section 3 — Periodic Inspection

Listen for any abnormal noises and check cause immediately

Check for any vibration and check cause immediately if excessive vibration is found

Check voltage and frequency variations

Is there unbalanced voltage or single phase operation of poly phase motors?

Check power supply total harmonic distortion

Periodic checks of phase, voltage, frequency, and power consumption of an operating motor are recommended

Check to see that air filters, when used, are in place and clean

Check all air passages and ensure that they are not blocked or clogged

Storage — Ball and Roller Bearing Motor Shafts

Rotate motor shafts manually every 3 months

Grease motor shafts every 6 months according to the Maintenance section

Storage — All Other Motor Types, Before Storage

Remove the grease drain plug on the bottom of each bracket before lubricating

Grease the motor with regreaseable bearing as instructed in Section 3

Replace the grease drain plug after greasing

Rotate the motor shaft a minimum of 15 times after greasing

Storage — All Other Motor Types, Periodic

Storage — All Other Motor Types

Add additional grease to each bearing

Section 3 — Semi-Annual Maintenance

Inspect and clean rotor ends, windings and fan blades

Check electrical connections for tightness and absence of corrosion