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Rucon General Warning and Instruction Manual
Rucon General Warning and Instruction Manual
Rucon General Warning and Instruction Manual
Edition01/2001 rev.00
RUCON Ventilatoren NV
Main Index
1 INTRODUCTION 4
2 GENERAL INFORMATION 5
3.1 Installation 10
3.2 Risks involved in incorrect handling or use 11
3.3 Other risks related to fans 12
3.3.1 Specific risks involved in transporting and installation 12
3.3.2 Specific risks involved in fan maintenance 12
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7 MAINTENANCE 27
8 TECHNICAL TABLES 34
9 DISASSEMBLY 37
11 TECHNICAL ENCLOSURES 40
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Index of Figures
Index of Tables
Table 7.1 Types of support and bearing and relative re-lubrication intervals and amounts of grease
used for fans 29
Table 7.2 Checking the radial free play of the bearings 30
Table7.3Setting the belt tension: test load and deflection 31
Table 7.4 Technical specifications of elastic couplings 32
Table 8.1 ST Supports in installation types A-AL-B-BL 34
Table 8.2 SN Supports in installation types B – BL – BL/B 35
Table 8.3 Supports and bearings fitted as standard in belt driven fans 36
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1 INTRODUCTION
1.1 Purpose of this manual
This manual contains instructions and warnings and constitutes the documentation that must be
supplied and kept together with the product, otherwise the product would be lacking in one of
its fundamental safety requisites.
The warnings are intended to ensure the safety of persons exposed to the risks inherent in the
operation and handling of this equipment. The instructions in this manual describe how to
use the fan correctly as intended by the manufacturer.
IMPORTANT:
The safety measures adopted for using the fan must also be tailored to suit the specific
applications for which the fan will be used.
This manual may not, even in part, be copied, reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any
electronic, mechanical, photographic or any other means without the express permission of.
The RUCON Ventilatoren Technical Department is at your complete service to clarify any query.
In this Manual, certain particularly important pieces of information may be preceded by one of
the following symbols:
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2 GENERAL INFORMATION
2.1 Basic principles and terminology used
• Radial (or centrifugal) fans: these fans are so called because the fluid enters the fan axially
and exits it radially. The fan blades can have the following different configurations: negative
(the rear, or convex face of the blade works on the fluid), positive (the front, or concave face of
the blade works on the fluid), radial (straight, the blade can work on the fluid with the same
efficiency with its front and its rear face. Neither side of the blade has particular reinforcement);
• Axial fans: these fans are so called because the fluid enters the fan radially and exits it
axially. The fan blades are in aluminium and have a wing type profile.
The basic dimensions that determine a fan’s characteristics are as follows:
• Volumetric flow rate: this is the volume of fluid passing through the fan in a certain length
of time: per second (m3/s), per minute (m3/min), or per hour (m3/h);
• Static pressure: this is the force exerted by the fan blade to overcome the resistance that the
fluid encounters as it flows through a circuit (measure in mm WC or Pascal=Pa);
• Dynamic pressure: this is the force that the fluid has due to the kinetic energy conferred to it by
the rotating fan rotor as it exits the fan outlet (measured in mm WC or Pa);
• Total pressure: this is the algebraic sum of the static pressure and the dynamic pressure
(measured in mm WC or Pa);
• RPM: this is the speed of the fan rotor in revolutions per minute;
• Efficiency: this is the ratio, expressed as a percentage, between the amount of energy that
the fan confers to the fluid and the energy supplied to the fan rotor by the motor.
This value depends on the fan rotor configuration and is dimensionless;
• Power absorption: this is the power required (supplied by the motor) for the fan to work.
It is expressed in kW;
• Nominal motor power: this is the nominal power that the motor is able to supply. This value
must always be greater than the power absorption value for the fan, and is expressed in kW;
• Sound pressure level: this is the energy transmitted into the outer ear, which generates
vibrations in the eardrum: in other words, this is the noise level of the fan and is measured on
the decibel A scale (this scale evaluates the effects of sound on the human ear in relation to its frequency).
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This figure refers to arrangement type 4, but also applies to all other installation types :
F
i
g. 2.5 Flow designation
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2.4Fanidentification
The identification plate is only means of
identifying the fan that is recognized by the
manufacturer. This plate must be kept in good
condition over time and no modifications may be
made to it. Fig. 2.6 shows the plate fitted to the
fan.
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There are four possible installation types, in compliance with UNI 10615
specifications:
Clearly RUCON Ventilatoren NV can not be aware of which of these four installation types
will be used by the user.
Therefore, the installer or end client themselves must analyse the risks involved
for the chosen installation type used in the specific application.
Depending on the applications that the client intends to use the fan for in the factory and on the
type of installation chosen, the following safety shields must be fitted:
The user or the installer of the fan must ensure that adequate shielding is fitted to the pipe
system, at the points where it connects to the working pipes, as follows:
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The shielding must be constructed to impede access to the parts of the fan that could cause injury.
It must be robustly built enough to stand and by environmental conditions.
It must be securely fixed in position by devices that will not become loosened by vibrations and that cannot
be removed without the use of tools. It is, in any case, the person installing the fan who is
responsible for ensuring that adequate contact with the fan’s moving parts. The installer and the user must
also take into
account other types of risks present, in particular and the aspiration of explosive, inflammable or
there is a risk of explosion. toxic gases at high temperatures. The user must also bear in mind the risks inherent
in maintenance work, which must always be carried out in conditions of the utmost safety, and with the fan
separated from the motor or isolated using suitable equipment.
Once the installer and/or user has decided which installation type is to be used and all the above
procedures have been applied, the machine can now be considered a “complete machine” as described
by machine
use regulations. An overall risk evaluation must be made and a declaration of compliance with enclosure
IIA of EC directive 98/37/CE must be drawn up.
• Never, for any reason whatsoever, disable, the vibrations and stress caused by the machine
remove, modify or render inoperative in any other way any of the safety, protective or
control devices of any single component or of the fan itself.
• Never place hands, arms or any other part of The body near any moving part.
• Never extend any part of the body past the limits of the safety barriers. Do not use any means that
• will increase normal accessibility to the fan components.
• Never use the fan in atmospheres where there is risk Of explosion
• Unauthorized operators must not attempt to rectify any malfunction of the fan and/or
modify the functional characteristics or installation type .
• After any unprogrammed maintenance operation that required the removal of shields
• barriers or any other protective device, before restarting the fan ensure that all these
components have been refitted and are fully functional.
• All protective and safety devices must be kept in perfect working order at all times. All
indicative and warning plates fixed to the fan must also be kept in perfect condition at all
times and must never be removed of from their original position.
• When troubleshooting for the cause of malfunction of the fan, ensure that all precautions described in this manual
have been taken to prevent personal injury and/or damage to property.
• Remember to tighten every screw, bolt and lock ring of every component subject to adjustment or maintenance.
• Before starting the fan, ensure that all safety devices have been correctly installed and are
in perfect working order; if the above is not the case, do not start the fan and inform the head of safety or
department manager immediately.
• The operator must be equipped with Personal protection Equipments in accordance with
current legislation; the use of bulky clothing and accessories (ties, loose sleeves, etc.) is prohibited.
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The following is a list of specific hazards related to the fan’s mechanical characteristics.
A person may receive injuries as a
Result of:
a) becoming caught up between a moving part and a stationary part,
for example, between a fan rotor and the fan housing or any other
stationary fan component;
b) becoming caught up between two moving parts, for example, between a belt
and a pulley;
c) suction of a part of the body into the fan and subsequent contact with the shaft or rotor;
d) contact with a moving part, such as the rotor;
e) an object becoming sucked into the intake of the fan and expelled at high speed from the outlet of the fan;
f) contact with surfaces of the fan at dangerous temperatures, for example, temperatures below -20°C or
above +50°C;
g) hazards caused by the over speed of a fan component, which can lead to the breakage of parts of the
machine;
h) the aspiration of air at temperatures above the specified operating range, which can lead to the deformation
and breakage of the housing
• The fans must be transported and handled carefully to avoid damage through excessive force or careless loading/
unloading. Any impact-, tension- or compressive stress on the plastic enclosure must be avoided.
• For transport by truck, rail or ship the fans must be loaded and secured in such a way that skidding,
tilting and friction are avoided.
• Lifting and moving of the fans can be made manually depending on size.
• When using a fork lift truck the fans must be transported on pallets and if necessary are to be fastened on these.
• Before installation, the user must prepare perfectly level surface onto which the fan will be mounted. If this
surface is not perfectly level, this can cause abnormal vibrations in the fan. This can, over time, lead to the
deformation and/or breakage
of fan components with the subsequent expulsion at speed of broken parts: these expelled parts can cause even
fatal
injuries to any persons exposed.
• Before installation, the user must also prepare adequate connections to earth for the fan case or for the fan
structure to
• prevent the build-up for electrostatic charges.
• All installed protective devices must remain fixed to the fan together with their respective fixings (screws, bolts,
etc.) The removal of one or more fixing may compromise the functionality and tightness of the safety shield.
• In its standard form, the fan is not intended for use in a potentially explosive environment.
• The installation location of the fan must be kept clean at all times. Any eventual oil or water spillages not caused
by the fan must be removed immediately.
• The minimum installation distances specified in the manual must always be respected to ensure correct
functionality
without any further hazards. The incorrect positioning of a component can compromise the functionality of the
fan.
• Use only the specific lifting points on the fan and ensure that the fan’s weight is distributed evenly.
Operational reliability and service life of the fans also depend on proper inspection and maintenance.
Fans in continuous and trouble-free operation must be checked every six months as follows:
• Visual check for vibration cracks and/or fractures in the fan enclosure by vibration
• Visual check of the impeller for wear and/or caked-on deposits caused by abrasive media
• Check V-belt tension
• Tightness of the duct connections, the casing cover and the shaft seal (if any)
• During maintenance and cleaning of the fan rotor, be particular careful of the rotor. This can lead to parts of the
body
becoming trapped and seriously injured between the rotor itself and fixed parts of the fan housing.
• Even when the fan is disconnected from the power supply, the rotating parts can still turn due to any air movements
through the fan. This air flow may be natural or may be caused by the current induced by another fan installed
elsewhere
in the connected tubing system. This can also lead to parts of the body becoming trapped and seriously injured
between
the rotor itself and fixed parts of the fan housing.
• A fan maintenance program must be drawn up and followed to prevent the mechanical failure or breakage due to
wear or insufficient maintenance.
All installation and assembly work must be carried out only by specialised technicians.
Therefore, all operations involving the lifting and handling of the fan must be carried out with
the utmost caution, avoiding any knocks that could compromise the functionality or damage the
fan components. Use only the specific lifting points on the fan and ensure that the fan’s weight is distributed evenly.
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4.3.3 Lifting double intake centrifugal fans 4.3.6 Lifting centrifugal fans in arrangement 8
Fig. 4.3 Example of lifting double intake Fig. 4.6 Example of lifting centrifugal fans in
centrifugal fans arrangement 8
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4.4 Installation
The fan does not require the preparation of a special machine bed for its installation. A well-
levelled concrete surface that can support the weight of the fan is sufficient.
The support base must be perfectly level and flat to prevent any torsional effects or misalignment of the supports:
if necessary, install metal shims between the machine base and the concrete surface to ensure a perfect fit.
Use the factoryfitted anchoring points and take care not to deform the fan structure while tightening bolts.
All connecting tubing must be supported sperately and must be axially aligned with the fan’s intake and outlet
nozzles,
to prevent any deformation occurring while tightening the bolts.
If the available space permits, in installations where the intake is connected to a pipe, we recommend fitting a
straight length
of pipe with a length approximately 2.5 times the diameter of the fan rotor, to guarantee correct air flow into the
intake.
With installations with an open air intake, we recommend leaving a distance equal to approximately 1.5 times the
diameter of the fan rotor between the fain intake and the nearest wall or machine.
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4.5 General warnings for lifting and installing parts disconnected from
STEP 1: Positioning the house [1] (or positioning the lower part of the housing if it has been
disassembled into two or more parts). The housing must be positioned correctly on the concrete
surface so that tightening is fixing bolts will not cause tension of deformation. If necessary,
fit shims at the fixing points.
STEP 2: Positioning the frame [2] (where the frame is supplied dismounted from the housing).
Proceed as described in step 1.
While installing the bearings on the shaft, we recommend that you follow the guidelines given below:
When installing upright supports with ball or roller bearings, fits the bearings into position on the shaft
without securing them.Position the lower part of the support on the frame and fit the securing bolts without
tightening them. Position the shaft so that the bearing fits into its seating in the support. Secure the bearing
and check the free play against the values given in table 12.1 “Checking the radial free play of the bearings”
while securing the conical bushings.The bearing caps in upright supports are not interchangeable.
Finally, secure the support to the frame
by tightening the bolts. The support must be positioned so that the shaft can be subsequently levelled and so
that the rotor position can be set at the right distance from the nozzle (see step 7).
and the rotor must be fixed in place by the action of the securing screw alone. Do not tighten the
securing screw in the rotor hub completely until final alignment has been performed.
STEP 5: Completion of assembly of the housing (only where the housing was supplied in more than
one piece). This is carried out after fitting the rotor. Spread adhesive on the mating surfaces and fit the
sealing cord (supplied with the fan). Position all the components of the housing and tighten all the bolts.
STEP 6: Fitting the intake nozzle [9] (only for fans fitted with one).
The nozzle must be secured between the side of the housing and the intake pipe flange. It can be moved
horizontally and vertically to align it perfectly with the rotor.Tighten the bolts only after the nozzle has
been correctly aligned with the rotor and after turning the rotor manually to ensure that there is no contact
between the two components. Allen reference screws are installed to maintain the original centred
position during any subsequent disassembly and reassembly.
STEP 8: Fitting and tensioning pulleys and belts [6] (only for installation types 1, 9 and 12,
see figure bellow)
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This installation type is always fitted with SN type upright supports (follow the indications given in
Step 3 of theinstallation of single intake centrifugal fans).
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If the fan is fitted with V-belt drive, install the transmission as follows:
Clean the conical components and the hole in the bushing carefully before fitting into the pulley.
Fit the bushing into the pulley, ensure that the threaded half-holes in the pulley match up with the
non-threaded half-holes in the bushing.
Fit the whole unit onto the shaft, after having cleaned it tho Roughly.
Do not use a lever to force the belt into place, as this could break the belt’s internal reinforcing fibres.
Before tensioning the belt, mark off a known length along the tensioned side (e.g. 100 mm).
Then tension the belt gradually while turning the transmission (as described in section 7.3 "Belt
tension adjustment and cleaning") until the belt has been extended by:
With flexible coupling type transmissions, the alignment must be checked before the fan is run,
as the frame may have been subjected to distortion due to transport or loosening of the foundation bolts.
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The fan’s power supply line must have a sufficiently high power rating.
Connection to the main power grid must only be carried out by qualified personnel. Also, the client is responsible
for the entire electrical system up to motor terminal board.
We remind you of the importance of installing a safe connection to earth for the fan.
The earth connection system must comply with legislation in effect in the country of installation and must be
periodically checked by qualified personnel.
Make the connection to earth before any other connection.
Check that the connection layout (see figure bellow) is suited to the main power voltage.
Usually, standard electric motors can run in both directions indifferently. To invert the direction of the rotation,
simply swap over any two power cables directly on the terminal board.
The client must also install an electrical disconnecting device near the fan so that maintenance personnel can have
direct control over the power supply to the fan.
CAUTION: THE CLIENT AND/OR THE INSTALLER OF THE ELECTRIC SYSTEM IS RESPONSIBLE FOR CHOOSING THE
EQUIPMENT AND CABLES USED FOR CONNECTING THE FAN ELECTRICALLY, BASED ON THE DIMENSIONS OF THE
MOTOR INSTALLED AND THE CHARACTERISTICS OF THE MAIN POWER SUPPLY.
All work performed on the electrical system must only be carried out with the fan at rest and electrically
disconnected from the mains.
Before installing/starting up, ensure that the information on the identification plate on the motor is compatible
with the main power supply.
Fig. 4.13 Electrical connection layouts for one and two-speed electric motors
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Connections between the fan and pipes must be made ensuring that all components are correctly
aligned and that there are no obstructions in the tubing caused by gaskets or flexible parts. The
weight of the tubing must not be supported by the fan and care must be taken not to deform any part
of the fan during tightening of the connections to the pipes.
If the available space permits, in installations where the intake is connected to a pipe, we recommend
fitting a straight length of pipe with a length approximately 2.5 times the diameter of the fan rotor,
to guarantee correct air flow into the intake.
With installations with an open air intake, we recommend leaving a distance equal to approximately 1.5
times the diameter of the fan rotor between the fain intake and the nearest wall or machine.
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Check that the power absorption does not exceed the value indicated on the motor identification plate,
if it does, stop the fan immediately and contact the manufacturer.
The fan must run without excessive vibration and noise.
Check, with the fan at rest and at an outside air temperature of 20°C, that the bearings do not
exceed the maximum operating temperature (maximum bearing temperature 70°C). During the
first few hours of operation, it is normal for the bearings to reach slightly higher temperatures, as
long as they later stabilise at a lower value. In the event of overheating of the bearings, contact the
technical assistance department. After 3-4 operating hours, with the fan at rest and
disconnected from the power supply, check again that all bolts are correctly tightened, the bearing
temperature, and, with belt driven fans, the temperature and tension of the belts.
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The following table lists the main problems that you may encounter using a fan. For
problems that are not common to both types of fan, we have specified whether it is
specific to centrifugal or axial fans
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7 MAINTENANCE
Read this section carefully before starting any maintenance work on the fan: these indications
will ensure safer working conditions for the personnel involved and more reliable results of
the maintenance work carried out. Safety procedures adopted during fan
maintenance must take into account the following:
• Maintenance and lubrication operations must only be carried out by qualified and expert
personnel, authorised by the factory technical management department in accordance with
safety directives and regulations and using only suitable tools, equipments and materials for the job.
• While performing maintenance work, all personnel involved must wear appropriate
clothing, such as tight fitting work overalls and accident prevention shoes. Loose fitting
clothes or clothes with hanging parts must be avoided at all costs.
• During maintenance, cordon off the fan and place signs around the fan indicating
“FAN UNDERGOING MAINTENANCE”
• disconnected from the drive belts by removing the belts from the pulleys, where fitted.
The head of maintenance must set up a team made up of persons capable working in a
coordinated fashion and ensuring the utmost safety of those surrounding them. All persons
Involved in maintenance must be in constant visual contact among themselves to be able to
warn each other of any hazards present.
:
CAUTION: ANY TRANSPORTING OPERATION OF PARTS DISMANTLED FROM THE FAN OR TO BE FITTED TO THE
USUALLY, NO SPECIAL OR DEDICATED EQUIPMENT IS REQUIRED FOR LIFTING AND REFITTING THE
FAN COMPONENTS.
AN INTEGRATED MAINTENANCE PROGRAM IS NECESSARY FOR NORMAL AND CORRECT OPERATION OF THE FAN,
REGULAR CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE, TOGETHER WITH LUBRICATION, ARE VITAL FOR ENSURING
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The bearings installed in the supports of transmission driven fans must be lubricated according to a program of
lubrication intervals with the amount of grease indicated on the transmission specifications enclosed with the
documentation delivered together with fans supplied with transmissions. For fans types 1 or 3D (exposed shaft, no
transmission) consult the following table for the correct lubrication intervals. Perform lubrication using the grease
specified or an equivalent. Lubricating intervals must be reduced if the fan is operated in a dusty, hot, humid or
corrosive environment, by approximately 40% or more relative to the value indicated in the transmission specifications
list, depending on actual operating conditions. An excessive quantity of grease caused overheating of the bearings,
therefore do not fill the supports with more grease than is specified.
Unless stated otherwise, the following is used as standard during the construction of Rucon fans:
This is a lithium soap complex based grease and has a dropping point of 260°C (IP132/ ASTM D566) and a working
penetration value at 25°C – 0.1mm (IP50/ ASTM D217) of 265÷295. Kinematic viscosity (IP71/ ASTM D445): at 40°C,
100cSt; at 100°C, 11.2 cSt.
Usually, the bearings on motors up to size 160 are lubricated for life and therefore do not require re‐greasing.
Check and follow the programmed lubrication intervals specified by the motor manufacturer. However, we recommend
periodically replacing the bearings with the type indicated on the motor identification plate.
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The following is a simplified method for setting the tension of V‐belts: Consult the table at the next page to
determine the profile type and, for the diameter of the smallest pulley, the load for each belt value, P. The same
table also gives you the L value.
LxI
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As a general rule, check the belt tension after the first 8 operating hours and then after every 800 operating hours.
Reset if necessary. Replace all belts if their wear is liable to compromise correct operation of the transmission
due to an insufficient pretension value or due to slippage over 4‐5%. Belt wear depends on many factors, among
which environmental conditions, number of operating hours and how many start‐ups the fan has undergone.
Manufacturers of standard V‐belts recommend that they should not be used at environmental temperatures
over 80°C, special belts are required for operation at higher temperatures. Dirty belts must not be cleaned with
solvents such as petrol or benzene, turpentine etc., or with abrasive or sharp objects. When cleaning belts, we
recommend the use of a 1:10 mixture of alcoholand glycerine. Transmissions fitted on Rucon fans have two or
more belts.
Table en Fig. 7.3 Setting the belt tension: test load and deflection
IN THE EVENT OF THE BREAKAGE OF ONE OR MORE BELTS, WE RECOMMEND THE REPLACEMENT OF ALL
BELTS IN THE TRANSMISSION.
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Periodically, and in accordance with operating conditions, check the axial free play S, the angular alignment Amax‐Amin
and the parallel alignment R (figure below) of flexible couplings. Check the condition of hubs and lubricate every 3000
operating hours, using the recommended types and quantities of lubricant (see table). The couplings normally used are
Falk Steelflex T10 and Hansen Ecoflex BT (for further information, contact the respective manufacturer.)
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The fan rotor should be cleaned regularly to prevent vibration caused by dust accumulating on the blades during
operation.
If the fan is used to pump even slightly dusty air, air containing abrasive powders or for the pneumatic transport
material, the cleanliness and wear of the fan rotor must be checked regularly.
Dirt deposits on the rotor or wear of parts of the rotor can cause undesirable vibrations during fan operation.
If any part of the rotor is excessively worn, it is imperative that the rotor is replaced (for this you must contact Rucon
Technical Service).
For any information and before carrying out any modification to one of our fans, please contact the Rucon technical
department and quote the serial number found on the fan identification plate.
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8 Technical tables
8.1 “ST” supports in installation types A-AL-B-B-BL
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Table 8.2
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9 Disassembly
ALL THE DISASSEMBLY AND RE‐ASSEMBLY OPERATIONS DESCRIBED BELOW MUST ONLY BE CARRIED OUT BY
QUALIFIED AND AUTHORISED PERSONNEL. FOR NO REASON WHATSOEVER MUST THE OPERATOR OR FACTORY
MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL CARRY OUT THESE OPERATOINS
CAUTION: ALL DISASSEMBLY AND RE‐ASSEMBLY MUST BE CARRIED OUT WITH THE FOLLOWING CONDITIONS:
A) YOU MUST BE ABSOLUTELY CERTAIN THAT THE FAN IS COMPLETELY STATIONARY (FAN ROTOR AT REST); DISCONNECT THE
ELECTRICAL POWER AT THE MAIN PANEL WITH THE SWITCH, LOCK THE SWITCH WITH A PADLOCK AND HAND THE KEY OF
THE LOCK TO THE HEAD
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B) THE WORKING ENVIRONMENT MUST BE EQUIPPED WITH EVERY TOOL NECESSARY AND MUST BE FREE OF ANY HAZARDS
C) EVERY PIECE TO BE REFITTED MUST BE THOROUGHLY CLEANED, DEGREASED AND LUBRICATED AS NECESSARY BEFORE
REFITTING.
9.1Intake nozzles
Undo the nozzle securing nuts from the fan housing. Slide out the nozzle.
9.2Housing
With all orient able fans, the housing is secured to the frame by bolts. Simply undo the securing nuts at the frame plate.
With non‐orient able fans with single‐piece housings, the housing cannot be disassembled.
The housing in certain fan types may be divided into two or more pieces, secured together by bolts.
9.3Fan rotor
9.4 Pulleys
The pulleys installed on transmission‐fitted Rucon fans are pulleys for taper lock type conical bushing. To remove a pulley,
remove the locking screw and fit another one in the free hole. Screw this screw in until the hub is free.
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9.5 Support
If the support is fitted with a two‐piece cooling fan, loosen the bolts and remove it.
With single‐block construction supports: remove the securing screws for the covers and slide the shaft out.
Slide the bearings out with an extractor.
With upright supports: remove the screws and open the upper covers. Remove the arrestor half rings, loosen the ring from
the safety washer and slide out the traction bushing.
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At the end of the fan’s useful life, the user company is responsible for scrapping the fan, taking care in particular of emptying
all lubricating liquids, generally cleaning all components and then separating the fan’s parts into components and electrical
material. Different materials must be collected separately, for example: electric motors (copper windings), metal
components (structural components, etc.), plastics, etc., and then correctly disposed of separately.
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11 Technical enclosures
The tightening torques M given in the table are applicable in the following conditions:
- Hexagonal head UNI 5737 type screws, cylindrical head UNI 5931 and UNI 6107 type screws, in the normal conditions in
which they are supplied.
- Tightening torques must be applied slowly using a torque wrench.
While maintaining the same pre‐load values, tightening torques must be modified as described below in the following cases:
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