Bonfiglioli Gearbox VF185

Remove dust from gearbox and motor casings

Is the noise generated at constant load consistent?

Is there any excessive vibration or noise?

Are power absorption and voltage within nominal values?

Check the condition of the polymer bushes for the following issues

Are any polymer bushes aged, damaged, or fatigued?

Replace aged, damaged, or fatigued polymer bushes with original spare parts

Verify that all replaced polymer bushes are securely installed

Schedule regular cleaning programme for all surfaces and recesses

Implement cleaning programme to avoid dust build-ups of more than 5 mm in depth

Measure the surface temperature at the coupling between the gearbox and motor

Measure the surface temperature at points most shielded from the motor’s fan

Is the maximum surface temperature within 75 K (90 K for W 110 gearbox) above ambient temperature?

Check the condition of the previously installed heat sensor

Is the gearbox lubricated for life?

Change the synthetic oil and bearing grease if not lubricated for life.

Have all externally accessible seal rings been replaced due to prior issues?

Replace all externally accessible seal rings if not already done.

Has a general overhaul been performed earlier due to malfunctioning?

Perform a general overhaul of the gearbox if not done earlier.

Check the oil level according to the tables provided in the 'LUBRICATION' section of the manual

Is the oil level within the specified range?

Check for signs of lubricant leaks near the gearbox

Identify the cause of any anomalies found