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General
1.1 Validity
These operating instructions are valid for parallel shaft cam gears. They are to be read and
applied by all persons in the user’s premises who are made responsible for the installation,
operation, maintenance or repair of these gears.
For the sake of simplicity, the parallel shaft cam gears will be referred to as “the gears” within
the following instructions.
Every gear is manufactured to the state-of-the-art and according to recognized safety
regulations.
Applications other than specified or exceeding the limiting parameters, e.g. higher speeds
and/or loads or other installation positions, are considered to be contrary to agreement. The
manufacturer shall not be held responsible for any damage resulting from this. In such
cases, the risk is carried solely by the operating company.
The agreement regarding application also covers reading the operating instructions and
compliance with the inspection and maintenance stipulations. Maintenance work may only be
carried out by qualified personnel who are acquainted with the principles of the gear function.
1.2 Safety instructions
The gear corresponds to the recognized safety regulations. When employed as part of a
machine or plant, danger of injury or death for the user or a third person can result, e.g. due to
removal of the lever, gear wheel with chain or similar parts. In such cases, suitable local
protective measures should be taken by the user.
1.3 Shipment
Every gear is subjected to go through an inspection process and is properly packed. In spite of
this, we request that the gear is unpacked immediately on arrival at the installation location and
checked for transport damage.
Any complaints should be reported immediately to the transport company.
1.4 Transport regulations
Eyebolts may be screwed into the fixing holes provided. Lifting ropes or chains may only be
applied on these eyebolts. The weight of the gear should be taken from table 1.5.
