Should the shaft be turned when vertical rotating equipment is in standby mode?
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Should the shaft be turned when vertical rotating equipment is in standby mode?
The drum should also be rotated; the cycle can be extended compared to horizontal equipment. Over time, lubricant or dirt can cause the shaft to rust and become stuck.
Cranking is a fundamental requirement for rotating equipment, mainly to prevent rusting; just as people need to keep moving as well
It is necessary, but the shaft must be turned in the correct direction
Of course, the crank should be turned, and attention must be paid to the direction.
How is the standby status of vertical rotating equipment explained? Low-speed operation mode? One in use and one as backup – has interlocking been activated? Should I just simply plug it in? For the first type, there’s no need to turn the machine manually. For the second type, it is necessary to disable the interlocks in order to turn the machine, thereby preventing accidents. For the third type, preventive measures must be taken in advance to avoid sudden rotation of the equipment. It should be noted that care must be taken to use the correct direction when turning the disk.
For vertical pumps, turning them a few times occasionally is sufficient. There’s no need to climb down to check; it’s sufficient to turn the wheel ahead of driving to ensure it moves smoothly. It’s not that serious. If you don’t climb on it, it will still rust away.
To this question, I can answer affirmatively: it is necessary to turn the crank, and attention must also be paid to the direction. If the machine is equipped with an auxiliary oil pump, oil circulation must also be carried out regularly.