TECO Electric Motor AEUH8PDC

Change the oil at regular intervals

Determine the time between oil changes based on operating conditions

Use good grade, oxidation-corrosion-inhibited turbine oils

Specify the viscosity of the oil based on bearing type, size, load, speed, ambient temperature, and cooling water

Is the ambient temperature near or below freezing?

Preheat the oil or use special oil if necessary

Ensure oil-metering hole is clear

Bearing protection — tilt-pad bearings

Remove the pipe plug from the bearing cap located above the tilt-bearing shell

Pour in approximately one cup of oil

Rotate the shaft a few revolutions

Has the oil accumulated in the housing been removed for long periods of storage?

Change the oil at regular intervals

Determine the time between oil changes based on operating conditions

Use good grade, oxidation-corrosion-inhibited turbine oils

Is the ambient temperature near or below freezing?

Preheat the oil or use special oil if necessary

Use the lubrication oil stipulated on the lubrication nameplate, if attached

2.6 Bearing protection — sleeve bearings

Ensure the following conditions are met for sleeve bearings

Rotate the motor shaft several revolutions to keep bearing journals well oiled and prevent rusting

Ensure the shaft does not come to rest in its original position after rotation

Push the shaft to both extremes of the endplay while rotating

5.3 Clean the interior of the motor

Is regular cleaning and examination necessary?

5.3(b)(1) If using compressed air or blower

Is the compressed air free of moisture?

Was vacuum cleaning performed before other methods?

Was vacuum cleaning performed after other methods?