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SECTION 1: Description and main features..............................................8
1.0 Presentation .......................................................................................8
1.1 Warranty ............................................................................................8
1.2 Identification .......................................................................................8
1.3 Linear motion exciter description .......................................................8
1.4 Destination of use of the exciter ........................................................9
1.5 Technical features ..............................................................................9
SECTION 2: Safety regulations.................................................................9
2.0 Safety .................................................................................................9
2.1 General safety regulations .................................................................9
SECTION 3: Handling and installation ....................................................10
3.0 Handling ...........................................................................................10
3.1 Before installation ............................................................................10
3.2 Installation ........................................................................................10
SECTION 4: Exciter force adjustment .....................................................10
4.0 Adjustment of the static moment .....................................................10
4.1 Additional weights assembling ......................................................... 11
4.2 Additional weights removal .............................................................. 11
4.3 Weight covers mounting .................................................................. 11
SECTION 5: Lubrication ..........................................................................12
5.0 Introducing lubricant oil at the first use ............................................12
5.1 Time intervals for oil changing .........................................................12
5.2 Lubricant oil change .........................................................................12
SECTION 6: Exciter coupling and drive motor ........................................13
6.0 Coupling of a single exciter ..............................................................13
6.1 Coupling of 2 or more exciters in series ..........................................13
SECTION 7: Maintenance and spare parts .............................................13
7.0 Maintenance ....................................................................................13
7.1 Spare parts ......................................................................................13
TECHNICAL FEATURES: ..................................................................32
Overall dimensions ..................................................................................32
Fixing distances and tightening torques ..................................................33
Technical datas: static moment and bearing ...................................... 35-37
Oil level tables .................................................................................... 38-39
Lubricant oil features ...............................................................................40
Spare parts list.........................................................................................41
Description of spare parts................................................................... 42-43
Coupling flange and drive motor power ..................................................44
Coupling of linear motion exciters in series .............................................45
Declaration of incorporation (Directive 2006/42/EC) ..........................46
SECTION 1
Description and main features
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1.0 PRESENTATION
This manual states the information, and all considered necessary
for the understanding, installation, correct use and maintenance of
the VU Series Linear motion exciters manufactured by Italvibras
Giorgio Silingardi S.p.a. in Fiorano (Modena) Italy.
All stated does not make up a complete description of the various
elements or a detailed description of their functioning. The user will
however find all information normally useful for correct installation,
correct, safe use and for good preservation of the exciter.
Normal functioning, duration and operating costs of the exciter
depends on compliance with the afore-mentioned prescriptions.
Lack of compliance with the regulations described in this manual,
negligence and an incorrect and inadequate use of the exciter may
cause ITALVIBRAS to void the warranty it gives to it.
On receipt of the exciter check that:
- Packaging, if envisioned, has not deteriorated to the point of
having damaged the exciter;
- The supply corresponds to order specifications (see the
shipping document);
- There is no external damage to the exciter.
If the supply does not correspond to the order or the product is
externally damaged, inform both the forwarding agent and ITALVI-
BRAS or its local representative, immediately. Dispose all packing
materials in compliance with local regulations for waste disposal.
ITALVIBRAS, is however at complete disposal to ensure quick and
accurate technical assistance and for all that may be necessary to
improve functioning and to obtain maximum performance from the
product.
1.1 WARRANTY
The Manufacturer, as well as that stated in the supply contract,
guarantees its products for a period of 12 (twelve) months from
the delivery date. This warranty is only applied in the free repair or
replacement of those parts which, after careful examination by the
Manufacturer's technical office, result faulty. The warranty, with exclu-
sion of all liability for direct or indirect damage, is limited to defects in
materials and ceases to have effect whenever the returned parts are
disassembled, tampered with or repaired outside of the factory.
Damage deriving from negligence, carelessness, incorrect and
improper use of the product, incorrect manoeuvres by the operator
and incorrect installation are also excluded from the warranty.
Removal of the exciter safety devices, will automatically cause the
warranty to be forfeited along with liability of the Manufacturer. The
warranty is also forfeited whenever non-original spare parts are
used.
The returned material, even if under warranty must be delivered
with carriage paid.
1.2 IDENTIFICATION
The exciter serial number is embossed on the identification plate.
This plate states:
DATAS CONCERNING THE EXCITER
A) Exciter type;
B) Exciter series (identify possible product updates);
C) Maximum static moment and correspondent maximum RPM,
centrifugal force and exciter weight;
D) Minimum static moment and correspondent maximum RPM,
centrifugal force and exciter weight;
E) Serial number.
DATAS CONCERNING THE DRIVE MOTOR
F) Rated power.
A
C
D
1.3 LINEAR MOTION EXCITER DESCRIPTION
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Description Fig. 1 :
1 Exciter body;
2 Support and fixing feet;
3 Eccentric weights;
4 Eccentric weights protection cover;
5 Coupling bracket for lifting and safety;
6 Gears cover.

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