Operating instructions
W4E450-IG01-01
Translation of the original operating instructions
Malfunction/fault
Possible cause
Possible remedy
Impeller not
running smoothly
Imbalance in rotating
parts
Clean the device;
replace it if imbalance
persists after cleaning.
Make sure no
weight clips are
removed during
cleaning.
Motor not turning
Mechanical blockage
Switch off, isolate
from supply and
remove mechanical
blockage.
Line voltage faulty
Check line voltage,
restore power supply.
Faulty connection
Isolate from supply,
correct connection;
see connection
diagram.
Thermal overload
protector activated
Allow motor to cool
off, locate and rectify
cause of error,
release restart lockout
if necessary
Impermissible point of
operation
Check point of
operation
Motor
overtemperature
Ambient temperature
too high
Reduce ambient
temperature if possible
Deficient cooling
Improve cooling
In the event of further malfunctions, contact ebm-papst.
5.1 Cleaning
To ensure a long service life, check the fans regularly for proper
operation and soiling. The frequency of checking is to be adapted
accordingly depending on the degree of soiling.
DANGER
Risk of injury from rotating fan.
→ Only clean when not in motion. Interrupt the power supply,
secure against renewed switch-on. Secure against start-up,
prevent air flow.
;
Dirt deposits on the motor housing can cause overheating of the motor.
;
Soiling of the impeller can cause vibration that will shorten the service
life of the fan.
;
Severe vibration can destroy the fan.
;
In such cases, switch off the fan immediately and clean it.
;
The preferred method of cleaning is dry cleaning, e.g. using
compressed air.
;
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents!
NOTE
Damage to the device during cleaning
Malfunction possible
→ Do not clean the device using a water jet or high-pressure
cleaner.
→ Do not use any acid, alkali or solvent-basedcleaning
agents.
→ Do not use any pointed or sharp-edged objects for cleaning
;
Completely remove any cleaning agents used.
;
If severe corrosion is visible on load-bearing or rotating parts, switch
off the device immediately and replace it.
;
Repair of load-bearing or rotating parts is not permitted!
;
Operate the fan for 2 hours at maximum speed so that any water that
has ingressed can evaporate.
;
If cleaning does not eliminate vibrations, the fan may need to be
rebalanced. To have it rebalanced, contact ebm-papst.
;
The fan is equipped with maintenance-free ball bearings. The lifetime
lubrication of the ball bearings is designed for a service life of 40,000
hours.
;
If bearing replacement is necessary after that period, contact ebm-
papst.
;
Adapt the maintenance intervals to the actual level of dust exposure.
5.2 Safety inspection
What to check
How to check
How often
What action?
Contact
protection
cover for
intactness or
damage
Visual inspection At least every
6 months
Repair or
replacement of
device
Device for
damage to
blades and
housing
Visual inspection At least every
6 months
Replacement of
device
Fastening the
cables
Visual inspection At least every
6 months
Fasten
Fastening the
protective earth
terminal
Visual inspection At least every
6 months
Fasten
Insulation of
cables for
damage
Visual inspection At least every
6 months
Replace cables
Tightness of
cable gland
Visual inspection At least every
6 months
Retighten,
replace if
damaged
Condensation
drainage holes
for clogging,
where necessary
Visual inspection At least every
6 months
Open holes
Welds for crack
formation
Visual inspection At least every
6 months
Replace device
Abnormal
bearing noise
acoustic
At least every
6 months
Replace device
5.3 Disposal
For ebm-papst, environmental protection and resource preservation are
top priority corporate goals.
ebm-papst operates an environmental management system which is
certified in accordance with ISO 14001 and rigorously implemented
around the world on the basis of German standards.
Right from the development stage, ecological design, technical safety
and health protection are fixed criteria.
The following section contains recommendations for ecological disposal
of the product and its components.
Item no. 14420-5-9970 · ENU · Change 98149 · Approved 2021-01-29 · Page 11 / 12
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