1-2 General Information MN438
Safety Notice Continued
WARNING: Pacemaker danger − Magnetic and electromagnetic fields in the vicinity of current carrying carrying
conductors and permanent magnet motors can result result in a serious health hazard to persons
with cardiac pacemakers, metal implants, and hearing aids. To avoid risk, stay way from the area
surrounding a permanent magnet motor.
WARNING: Use of an air jet may cause flying debris and generate particulate matter. Wear suitable skin, eye and
respiratory protection. Failure to observe these precautions may result in bodily injury.
WARNING: Space Heaters operate at line voltage. Disconnect power to space heaters before performing
maintenance work on motor. Failure to observe this precaution could result in severe bodily injury or
loss of life.
WARNING: Thermostat contacts automatically reset when the motor has slightly cooled down. To prevent injury or
damage, the control circuit should be designed so that automatic starting of the motor is not possible
when the thermostat resets.
WARNING: Baldor Nuclear-class motors must only be repaired by a factory-authorized nuclear service motor
service center to maintain the original factory Environmental Qualification. Due to the critical nature of
these motors it is important that the motors be dismantled, repaired, and reassembled consistent with
original manufacturing procedures using original factory materials for certain components.
Caution: Only Chevron SRI No. 2 and ExxonMobil Polyrex EM greases have been Environmentally Qualified for
use in Baldor Nuclear-class motors having ball or roller bearings. Do not use other grease types.
Caution: To avoid damage to the windings do not use air pressures greater than 30 psi (200 kPa). Avoid directing
the air in such a way that the dirt will be blown into inner crevices.
Caution: To prevent premature equipment failure or damage, only qualified maintenance personnel should
perform maintenance.
Caution: Do not over−lubricate motor as this may cause premature bearing failure. Over−lubricating can cause
excessive bearing temperatures, premature lubrication breakdown and bearing failure.
Caution: Do not lift the motor and its driven load by the motor lifting hardware. The motor lifting hardware is
adequate for lifting only the motor. Disconnect the load from the motor shaft before moving the motor.
Caution: The lifting direction should not exceed a 45° angle from the lifting angle. Excessive lifting angles can
cause damage.
Caution: To prevent equipment damage, be sure that the electrical service is not capable of delivering more than
the maximum motor rated amps listed on the rating plate.
Caution: If a HI POT test (High Potential Insulation test) must be performed, follow the precautions and procedure
in NEMA MG1 and MG2 standards to avoid equipment damage.
Caution: To avoid damage to motor bearings, grease must be kept free of dirt. For an extremely dirty
environment, contact your local Baldor District Office for additional information.
Caution: Do not use solvents containing trichloroethane to clean interior or exterior of motor. Damage may
occur to paint and insulation systems.
If you have any questions or are uncertain about any statement or procedure, or if you require additional
information please contact your Baldor distributor or an Authorized Baldor Service Center.
Receiving Each Baldor Nuclear-class Motor is thoroughly tested at the factory and carefully packaged for shipment.
Where specied, Class 1E motors are packaged in accordance with NQA-1, Part II, Subpart 2.2 Level B for
shipment. When the motor is received, there are several things that should be done immediately. Do not
unpack until ready for use.Observe the condition of the shipping container and report any damage immediately
to the commercial carrier that delivered your motor.
1. Observe the condition of the shipping container and report any damage immediately to the commercial
carrier that delivered the motor.
2. Verify that the part number of the motor received is the same as the part number listed on the purchase
order.
3. Class 1E motors should be placed in a NQA-1, Level B storage facility until installed on the driven
equipment.
Handling The motor should be lifted using the lifting lugs or eye bolts provided.
Caution: Do not lift the motor and its driven load by the motor lifting hardware. The motor lifting hardware is
adequate for lifting only the motor. Disconnect the load (gears, pumps, compressors, or other driven
equipment) from the motor shaft before lifting the motor.
1. Use the lugs or eye bolts provided to lift the motor. Never attempt to lift the motor and additional
equipment connected to the motor by this method. The lugs or eye bolts provided are designed to lift only
the motor. Never lift the motor by the motor shaft.
2. To avoid condensation inside the motor, do not unpack until the motor has reached room temperature.
(Room temperature is the temperature of the room in which it will be installed). The packing provides
insulation from temperature changes during transportation.
3. If the motor must be mounted to a plate with the driven equipment such as pump, compressor etc., it may
not be possible to lift the motor alone. For this case, the assembly should be lifted by a sling around the
mounting base. The entire assembly can be lifted as an assembly for installation. Do not lift the assembly