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Maintenance Procedure of Motor

By - June 21, 2023

Maintenance Procedure of Motor

Preventive maintenance for electric motors


Electric motor dependability and long life are ensured by a well-
planned preventative maintenance procedure.

Essentially all electrical equipment has to have routine inspections


and maintenance performed. By doing this, it ensures that
electrical equipment is always in perfect operating condition.

In terms of electric motors, this is important. Throughout the


motor’s longevity, regular motor checks should be performed at
predetermined intervals.

By finding potential problems, routine inspections can avoid


severe damage to equipment.

Regular Inspections

Motor rewinding and other maintenance plans for supply electric


motors are focused on preventing major breakdowns rather than
fixing them when they occur.

In order to get the best possible outcomes from their operation,


motors need regular inspections.

In order for preventative maintenance programmes to be


effective, complete inspections need to be performed on a regular
basis. Additionally, a unique identification number and a record
log should be kept for each motor located onsite. The records for
the motor should include

• The name of the motor,

• The brand,

• The dates of any inspections, and

• The description of any repairs.

It is possible to determine the source of any malfunctions and cut


down on ongoing issues if records are kept of what caused them.

Before carrying out any tests, each and every maintenance plan
should first consult the technical documentation provided by the
manufacturer.

There are basic procedures and maintenance tests that, when


performed on three-phase motors, may provide a long life for the
motor and contribute to its overall reliability.

Examining the service history, as well as inspecting for noise and


vibration, are examples of simple tests. In addition to this, there
would be

• Visual inspections,

• Testing of the windings,

• Maintenance on the brushes and commutator, as well as

• Bearings and lubrication.

The process of inspection and maintenance need to be


methodical.

The significance of the motor, how it is put to use, and the


environment in which the motor operates are all aspects that
might influence how often inspections are performed and how
thoroughly they are carried out.

Therefore, a checklist or record schedule for inspections has to be


adaptable and flexible enough to accommodate the requirements
of each facility.

Maintenance of Motor Checklist


Maintenance Procedure of
Motor

Maintenance of Motor
Activity
S.No Work Description
By

Each person involved in the maintenance should get a tool


1. Engineer
box
Verify that the feeder is isolated by removing the control
2. Electrician
and space heater fuses, turning the isolator/MCCB off.
3. Motor
In the field, physically compare the tag numbers on the
a. Electrician
authorization and the motor.
b. Verify the status of the motor emergency pushbutton. Electrician
Use a multimeter to test for voltage. Make sure there is no
c. Electrician
voltage.
d. Use a discharge rod to disconnect the motor and power cord. Electrician
e. Clean the motor canopy by removing it Electrician
f. Remove the fan cover. Clean the fan, and motor. Electrician
Verify the condition of the motor cables, terminal box, and
g. Electrician
motor/EPB earthing.
Check the condition of the motor shaft seals (e.g., V-ring or
h. Electrician
radial seal).
i. Check that Motor is good condition. Electrician
Open the terminal box of the motor. Check for any sign of dust
j. Electrician
/ moisture inside the terminal box.
Examine and make a note of the motor connection's terminal
k. Electrician
box.
Examine the device for any indication of lugs, cable ends, delta
links, internal leads, etc. for any burning smells. After
communicating with the in-charge Engineer, take the necessary
l. Electrician
action (such as re-lugging, re-taping, etc.). Additionally, examine
the terminal connections for any looseness and tighten them
with the proper pressure, being careful not to overtighten.
Check the tightness of the terminal connections and the health
m. Electrician
of the terminals by opening the terminal box.
With sealant and aluminium tape, secure the terminal boxes for
n. Electrician
the motor.
o. Clear the motor body completely of any accumulated dirt. Electrician
Make that the motor body is being earthed at two different
p. Electrician
positions.
q. Re-install the motor rain canopy. Electrician
From the feeder end, verify and record (in the checklist) the
4.
following:
a. Clean the cable and feeder chamber. Electrician
b. Check all the tools to make sure it is in good working order. Electrician
Inspect the tightness of the control wire at each connector and
c. component connection. Electrician
Inspect the current condition of electrical parts, such as the
d. contactors and relays. Replace as required. Electrician

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