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3.  For  base  assembly  and  motor 

mounting,  the  mounting  bolts  must  be  tightened  to 

prevent changes in alignment and possible damage to 

the  equipment.    It  is  recommended  that  a  washer  be 

used under each nut or bolt head to get a secure hold 

on  the  motor  feet.    As  an  alternative,  flanged  nuts  or 

bolts  may  be  used.    The  recommended  tightening 

torques  for  medium  carbon  steel  mounting  bolts,  SAE 
Grade 5, are listed below in 

Table 1

.  For recommended 

tightening torques of other hardware on the motor see 

tables  4A,  and  4B  in  the  Tightening  Torque  section  of 

this book. 

 

Table 1 

 

 

Bolt Size 

Recommended Torque 

in Ft-Lb (N-M) 

Inch 

Metric 

Minimum 

Maximum 

1/4 

(M6) 

 

  (9) 

  11 

  (15) 

5/16 

(M8) 

  14 

  (19) 

  21 

  (28) 

3/8 

(M10) 

  25 

  (34) 

  37 

  (50) 

1/2 

(M12) 

  60 

  (81) 

  90 

 (122) 

5/8 

(M16) 

  120 

 (163) 

 180 

  (244) 

3/4 

(M20) 

  210 

 (285) 

 320 

  (433) 

 

Note:  

For low carbon steel bolts, use 50% of the above 

recommended  tightening  torques.    There  are  no  ID 

marks on low carbon steel bolts. 

 

 

 

4

.  For  direct  coupled  applications  use 

flexible couplings if possible.  

 

Accurate  mechanical  lineup  is  essential for successful 

operation.    Mechanical  vibration  and  roughness  in 

running  the  motor  may  be  an  indication  of  poor 

alignment.   In general, lineup by straight edge across, 

and  feeler  gauges  between  coupling  halves  is  not 

sufficiently  accurate.    It  is  recommended  that  the 

lineup  be  checked  with  a  dial  indictor  and  checking 

bars connected to the motor and load-machine shafts.  

The  space  between  coupling  hubs  should  be 

maintained  as  recommended  by  the  coupling 

manufacturer.    Shaft  offset  should  not  exceed  0.002”.  

Angular misalignment should be less than 0.002”. 

 

 

 

4.  The  application  of  pulleys,  sheaves, 

sprockets, and gears on the motor’s shaft is shown in 

NEMA Standard MG1-14.07.  The application of the V-

belts  dimensions  for  alternating  current  motors  is  in 

MG1-14.42.  V-belt sheave pitch diameters should not 

be  less  than  the values shown in Table 14-1 of NEMA 

MG-1.    Sheave  ratios  greater  than  5:1  and  center-to-

center  distances  less  than  the  diameter  of  the  large 

sheave  should  be  referred  to  the  Company.    Make 

certain  that  the  minimum  allowed  diameter  of  the 

motor  pulley  and  the  maximum  belt  tension  are  not 

exceed  because  an  excessive  pull may cause bearing 

trouble and shaft failures. Tighten belts only enough to 

prevent slippage.  Belt speeds should not exceed 5000 

feet  per  minute  (25  meters per second). When V-belts 

are used, sheave ratios greater than 5:1 and center-to-

center distances less than the large sheave shall not be 

used.  The  dimensions  of  the  belt  pulley  are  to  be 

determined according to the kind of belt, transmission 

and capacity to be transmitted.  Vent holes have to be 

kept  free  and  required  minimum  distances  are  to  be 

observed  in  order  not  to  obstruct  the  flow  of  cooling 

air.  In addition, make sure that the discharged hot air 

is not re-circulated into the motor. 

 

C.  Sleeve Bearing Endplay

 

 

 

On  sleeve-bearing  motors,  the  feet  should  be 

located at a correct distance from the load so that the 

motor’s  rotor  is  in  the  approximate  mid-point  of  its 

endplay.    The  mid-position  of  the  rotor’s  endplay  is 

indicated with a mark on the motor’s shaft.  Locate this 

mark flush with the bearing housing. 

 

D.  Power Supply and Connections 

 

 

 

1.  Nameplate  voltage  and  frequency 

should  agree  with  the  power  supply.  Motors  will 

operate  satisfactorily  on  line  voltage  within  ±10%  of 

the  nameplate  value  or  frequency  within  ±5%, 

combined variation not to exceed ±10%. 

 

 

 

2.  Dual voltage motors can be connected 

for  the  desired  voltage  using  instructions  on  the 

nameplate or the connection diagram. 

 

 

 

3.  Wiring  of  motor,  control,  overload 

protection  and  grounding  should  meet  the  National 

and Local codes. 

 

 

 

4.  When  mounting  conditions  permit,  the 

conduit  box  may  be  rotated  so  that  the  conduit 

entrance  can  be  made  upward,  downward,  or  from 

either  side.    For  oversize  conduit  boxes, the mounting 

height  of  the  motor  may  have  to  be  increased  for 

accessibility. 

 

 

WARNING

:

   

Motor  and  control 

overload  protection  and  grounding 
should be in accordance with the  

 

 

‘USA  -National  Electric  Code’  or  ‘BS/EN  60204-1’ 
and/or ‘BS/EN 60204-11’ and consistent with sound 
local practices

 

 

Summary of Contents for NEMA 140

Page 1: ...GE Energy NEMA 140 to 500 Frame Horizontal AC Small Industrial Motors Motor Installation And Maintenance Instructions GEI 56128H ...

Page 2: ...Mounting 6 C Sleeve Bearing Endplay 8 D Power Supply and Connections 8 IV Operation 9 A Steps Prior to Starting 9 B Initial Start 9 C Jogging and Repeated Starts 10 V Maintenance 10 A General 10 B General Cleanliness 10 C Division 1 Explosion Proof Motors 10 D Insulation and Windings 10 E Vacuum and Compressed Air Cleaning 10 F Cleaning with Water and Detergent 11 G Anti Friction Bearings and Lubr...

Page 3: ... for lifting motors they must be securely tightened and the direction of the lift must not exceed a 15 angle from the shank of the eyebolt Do not use eyebolts in an ambient below 0 F At temperatures below 0 F the eyebolt could fail resulting in injury to personnel and or damage to equipment Drop forged eyebolts per American Society of Testing Materials A489 or equivalent must be used Do not use th...

Page 4: ... can be hot and should not be touched without taking proper precautions This symbol instructs one to read the manufacturer s instruction manual before installation operation and maintenance This symbol identifies a terminal which is intended for connection to an external grounding conductor for protection against electric shock in case of a fault The use of a small case i enclosed in a square indi...

Page 5: ...e motor has been exposed to low temperatures unpack it only after it has reached the temperature of the room in which it will be unpacked Otherwise the motor windings will be exposed to condensing moisture B Temporary Storage Up to 6 Months If the motor will not be put into service immediately certain precautions should be taken to protect the motor while in storage It is recommended the motor be ...

Page 6: ...nably free of dirt and moisture 2 General Purpose enclosed motors can be used where they are exposed to dirt moisture and most outdoor conditions 3 Severe duty enclosed motors can be used in highly corrosive or excessively moist areas 4 Zone 2 Hazardous Locations All motors marked with an IECEx or ATEX designation are suitable for Zone 2 locations Before the motor is install in the hazardous locat...

Page 7: ...e drain plugs from the frame or end shields of enclosed motors used outdoors or in other high moisture areas 2 On motors with dual mounting holes use the holes indicated per Figure 2A and 2B Figure 2A Mounting Figure 2B Mounting ...

Page 8: ...enter distances less than the diameter of the large sheave should be referred to the Company Make certain that the minimum allowed diameter of the motor pulley and the maximum belt tension are not exceed because an excessive pull may cause bearing trouble and shaft failures Tighten belts only enough to prevent slippage Belt speeds should not exceed 5000 feet per minute 25 meters per second When V ...

Page 9: ...the oil level sight gauges The oil level should be checked only when the machine is not running Do not flush out anti friction bearings The bearing grease supplied is sufficient for initial operation 2 Whenever possible examine the interior of the motor for loose objects or debris which may have accumulated and remove any foreign material 3 If possible turn the rotor by hand to be sure that it rot...

Page 10: ... up to check periodically the following items 1 General cleanliness 2 Insulation and windings 3 Lubrication and bearings B General Cleanliness The interior and exterior of the motor should be kept free from dirt oil and grease and conducting dust Paper textile or dusts may build up and block off ventilation Any of these contaminants can lead to early motor failure C Division 1 Explosion Proof Moto...

Page 11: ...s Exxon Mobil Polyrex EM General Electric Specification D6A2C23 polyurea grease should be used for lubrication unless special grease is specified on the motor s nameplate See Section XI Lubrication Guide for greasing frequency and recommended quantity of grease If in doubt refer to GE Energy CAUTION Failure to use polyurea base NLGI Grade 2 or known compatible grease could result in premature bear...

Page 12: ...eplacement Extreme care is required in the disassembly of a bearing to prevent nicking or burring of the bearing or machined surfaces In addition the surfaces of the journal and the bearing must be protected from damage when exposed during the process of disassembly Remove all bearing sensors prior to disassembly of the bearing a The drive end and opposite drive end sleeve bearing may be replaced ...

Page 13: ...rument Excessive Current Unbalanced AC current Improper or restricted ventilation Excessive ambient temperature Short circuited coil or windings Dirty windings Unbalanced voltage Bearings Overheating Calibration of measuring instrument Worn out or dirty oil Rough journal Oil rings jammed Insufficient Oil Misalignment Excessive end thrust or radial loading Shaft currents Excessive or insufficient g...

Page 14: ...ng of BS EN 60079 1 and BS EN 60079 15 standards The motor has been designed to meet the rigid requirements of these standards Repair or alteration of the motor may result in the motor no longer meeting the requirements of these standards If major repairs are undertaken such as rewinding a stator proper facilities should be made available and suitable precautions observed Recommended tightening to...

Page 15: ... 8 1 4 in Grade 8 Fan Cover Mounting 100 145 11 16 5 16 in Bearing Cap 78 120 8 8 14 5 16 in All Parts except Bearing Cap 170 250 19 28 3 8 Low Carbon Steel Conduit Box Cover 180 240 20 27 3 8 in All Parts except Conduit Box Cover 250 370 28 42 1 2 in All Parts 610 920 70 100 3 4 in All Parts 2150 3200 240 360 Table 4B Tightening Torque Range Stainless Steel SAE Hardware Property Class 50 Screw Bo...

Page 16: ...GEI 56128H 16 Typical 210 to 440 Frame Dripproof Construction ...

Page 17: ...GEI 56128H 17 Typical 140 to 440 Frame TEFC Construction ...

Page 18: ...GEI 56128H 18 Typical 500 Frame TEFC Construction Ball Bearing Typical 500 Frame TEFC Construction Sleeve Bearing ...

Page 19: ...6 months 3 months 1 5 6 months 3 months 1 5 months Very Severe Dirty vibrating applications where end of shaft is hot pumps and fans high ambient temperature 1 7 5 10 40 50 150 200 350 400 1000 9 months 4 months 4 months 3 months 2 months 6 months 3 months 2 months 1 month Table 6 Number of Grease Gun Pumps Number of Pumps Number of Pumps Bearing Size on 16 Oz Gun 24 Oz Gun Bearing Size on 16 Oz G...

Page 20: ...n History Rev Date Author ISAAC Description 0 09 01 99 G Garver N A Conversion from PageMaker 1 02 19 03 S Long 02 3231 Revised to remove references to vertical oil lubed motors 2 06 22 10 M Bruin 10 0443 Added Quantum 315 and IECEx ...

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