Rockwell Automation VPL-xxxx Kinetix VP Low-inertia Servo Motor 063…165 mm Frame - Manual (Page 8)

8 Kinetix VP Low-inertia Servo Motor with 063…165 mm Frame Size
Rockwell Automation Publication VPL-IN001C-EN-P - November 2013
Install the Motor
Perform these steps to install the motor.
1. Allow sufficient clearances in the area of the motor for the motor to stay within its
specified operating temperature range.
See Environmental Ratings on page 28 for the operating temperature range. Do not
enclose the motor unless forced air is blown across the motor for cooling. A fan blowing
air across the motor improves its performance. Keep other heat producing devices away
from the motor.
2. See Motor Load Force Ratings on page 15 to determine the radial and axial shaft load
limitations of your motor.
3. Install the motor with the connector positioned beneath the motor housing.
This position can provide better environmental protection for the connector.
4. Mount and align the motor.
Electronic zero or index pulse = 0 occurs when the shaft key or dimple is aligned with
the connectors. See
Motor Dimensions (063 and 075 mm frame sizes) on page 10 and
Motor Dimensions (100…165 mm frame sizes) on page 12 for a visual reference of this
alignment.
ATTENTION: Damage can occur to the motor bearings and the feedback device if sharp impact is applied to the
shaft during installation of couplings and pulleys. Damage to the feedback device can result from applying leverage
to the motor mounting face when removing devices mounted on the motor shaft.
Do not strike the shaft, couplings, or pulleys with tools during installation or removal. Use a wheel puller, to apply
pressure from the user end of the shaft, when attempting to remove any device from the motor shaft.
BURN HAZARD: Outer surfaces of the motor can reach a high temperature, 125 °C (257 °F), during motor
operation.
Take precautions to prevent accidental contact with hot surfaces. Consider motor surface temperature when
selecting motor mating connections and cables.