Symbols and markings are used in this instruction manual in order
to allow you quick access to information.
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Note about the effective use of the universal joint shaft
and this instruction manual
Note for ATEX certified universal joint shafts
1.
Action with several steps, whose sequence is relevant
2.
3.
Action with one step
–or–
Action with several steps, whose sequence is not
relevant
Prerequisite
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List (first level)
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List (second level)
Cross-reference to additional information
Tab. 1.3: Symbols and markings
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Level of danger
Likelihood of occurrence
Consequences if not heeded
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
1.6Warning
For your safety, warnings are used in this instruction manual. The
warnings are next to the appropriate action instruction.
Depending on the likelihood of occurrence and consequences if
the instructions are not heeded, various danger levels are used.
The warnings are indicated with safety symbols, which depict the
type of danger visually.
1.6.1Levels of danger
Imminent danger Death, severe bodily harm
Possible imminent danger Death, severe bodily harm
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Possible imminent danger Slight bodily harm
Tab. 1.4: Meaning of the danger levels
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Safety symbols
Warning about
1.6.2Safety symbols
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General dangers
The type of danger is described in more
detail in the warning.
ushing
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Hand injuries
Slipping
Rotating parts
Falling parts
Suspended loads
Flammable materials
Acidic materials
Poisonous materials
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nger of explosion
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Tab. 1.5: Meaning of the safety symbols
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Foreseeable misuse
2Basic Safety Information
Please heed the following safety information before engaging
in any activities.
2.1Product safety
The universal joint shaft has been developed and built according to
he state of technology as well as the applicable safety regulations
t
at the time it was put on the market.
Nevertheless, its use can result in danger to life and limb of the
user or damage to the universal joint shaft itself and other property.
Only install the universal joint shaft if it is in proper condition
and only for the designated use, in a safety-conscious
manner that complies with the instruction manual.
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2.2Proper use
Immediately correct (or have corrected) any defects that
adversely affect safety.
Universal joint shafts transmit torques between defined drive and
machine components. Therefore, the universal joint shaft is
intended for installation in the specific machine/system for which it
was selected.
Any other use, especially installation in other machines, is not
proper and forbidden.
Voith universal joint shafts are not approved for use in the food
industry.
In liquid media, universal joint shafts may only be used with written
permission of the manufacturer.
The universal joint shaft type we make and size can only be
regarded as recommendations.
Any improper use or activities on the universal joint shafts not
described in this instruction manual are impermissible misuse
outside of the legal liability limits of the manufacturer.
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Heed the following measures to avoid misuse:
nly operate the universal joint shaft within the specified
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speed and torque range.
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Universal joint shafts are resiliently-flexible bodies that are
designed for bending vibrations and bending-critical speeds.
Therefore, for safety reasons, the maximum operating speed
must be significantly below the critical-bending speed 1st and
2nd order (see universal joint catalog G830).
For sufficient balance and security for the universal joint
shaft, it must be ensured that the operating speed does not
exceed the maximum permissible value depending on the
shaft angle (see universal joint catalog G830) and that the
driving and driven system parts are aligned with one another
(plan and concentric run-out see page 40)
Do not exceed permissible shaft angles of the universal joint
shaft.
Adhere to the lengths and temperatures specified for the
selection of the universal joint shaft.
For universal joint shafts with length compensation, make
sure that the maximum permissible movement path is not
exceeded.
2.3Remaining risks
A local heating of the universal joint shaft, e.g. due to the
burning off of old color remnants is not permissible in order to
change the run-out properties.
Protect components coated with Rilsan against too-high
temperatures, chemical solvents, steam, and mechanical
damage.
Attaching parts to the universal joint shaft by welding or other
connection types is not permissible.
Adhere to the manufacturer's specifications with respect to
operation, maintenance, and repairs.
Have work on universal joint shafts done by the manufacturer
or by service technicians authorized by the manufacturer.
Do not make any unauthorized modifications or changes.
In areas subject to explosion (atmosphere), only use ATEXcertified universal joint shafts. Here, heed certification ( Chapter
3.1, page 22).
Before beginning construction and planning, the remaining risks of the
niversal joint shaft were analyzed and evaluated.
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Remaining risks that could not be avoided during the entire life cycle
of the universal joint shafts are:
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conscious working
•Risk of death and injury due to
−Misuse
−Improper handling
−Improper transport
−Missing protection systems
−Defective or damaged mechanical parts
•Environmental hazard, e.g. due to
−Improper handling of preserving agents and lubricants
•Property damage to the universal joint shaft due to
•Property damage to other assets due to improper handling
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conditions
•Performance or functional limitations due to
−Improper handling
−Improper maintenance or repair
−Subsequent damage due to overload
Avoid existing remaining risks with the practical imp
heeding of the following specifications:
•Basic safety instructions and warnings in this instruction manual
•Work instructions from the operator
•Technical data for the system ( system documentation)
2.4Safety information for the operator
The operator must take appropriate safety precautions in
order to prevent the endangering of people and materials due
to rotating universal joint shafts and their parts.
For the operation of the universal joint shaft within a machine,
the EU machine directive must be heeded.
Ensure adherence and monitoring:
lementation and
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−Of proper use
−Of laws and regulations for accident prevention and
environmental protection
−Of safety regulations for the handling of hazardous
materials
−Of applicable standards and guidelines for the country of
operation
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Organizational measures
Selection and qualification of
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Make protective equipment available ( Chapter 2.6, page
21).
For telescopic lengths without profile guard: provide guard in
the system.
Keep this instruction manual and all applicable documents
accessible to personnel at all times.
Specify responsibilities of the personnel clearly and monitor
adherence.
staff
All activities on the universal joint shaft may only
be performed by
authorized personnel.
Ensure that the staff members
−are at least 18 years old.
−have read and understood the "Basic safety information"
chapter.
−can apply and implement the contents of the "Basic safety
instructions" chapter.
−have the bodily and mental abilities to perform their
responsibilities, tasks, and activities on the universal joint
shaft.
−are trained according to their responsibilities, tasks, and
activities on the universal joint shaft.
−have understood and can practically implement the
technical documentation with respect to their
responsibilities, tasks, and activities on the universal joint
shaft.
−is familiar with and can apply the components of the
system and their function.
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−is familiar according to his responsibilities with the
instructions for cleaning, preserving, lubricating, and using
hazardous materials and taking first aid measures in case
of accidents.
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Warranty
Safety
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conscious wo
rking
The warranty is voided in case of any change to the universal
joint shaft without our written permission.
During the warranty, obtain the manufacturer's permission
before making repairs to the universal joint shaft.
Only use original parts or parts approved by the
manufacturer.
2.5Safety information for the personnel
The consumption of alcohol, drugs, medications or other mind-
ltering substances is forbidden.
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Protect universal joint shaft against unauthorized operation.
Adhere to applicable accident prevention regulations.
If necessary or required by regulations, wear personal
protective equipment ( Chapter 2.6, page 21).
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Keep unauthorized personnel out of the danger area of the
universal joint shaft.
Keep safety and notice signs on the universal joint shaft in
easily-legible condition, e.g. lubrication points.
Follow the supervisor or safety officer's safety and work
instructions.
Only linger in the workplaces provided in the danger area
( system documentation).
Do not make any constructional changes to the universal joint
haft.
s
Handle hazardous materials according to the safety data
sheets. Heed safety measures and wear personal protective
equipment.
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Lifting, transport, setting down
Pr
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Depending on the design, universal joint shafts can weigh up to 80
tons.
Heed weight ( Delivery note/Dimensional drawing of the
universal joint shaft).
Only lift and transport universal joint shafts with sufficiently-
dimensioned transport equipment ( Fig. 4.1, page 32).
Heed common attachment regulations.
Do not load profile guard.
Heed the center of gravity (hoist axis).
Only store universal joint shafts
−on floors with sufficient load capacity
−on suitable bases
Secure universal joint shaft against rolling away.
Only transport universal joint shaft in areas not subject to explosion
(atmosphere).
Unsecured universal joints can tip during lifting, tr
ansport, setting
down.
Secure universal joints against tipping, e.g. with a suitable
rope or wedge.
Never reach between the universal joint, even if there is a
deflection guard present.
For telescopic lengths: an unsecured telescoping part
can be
pulled apart when lifting, transporting or setting down.
Secure telescoping part against being pulled apart, e.g. with
a suitable rope.
Cleansers and anti-corrosion agents are usually flammable in their
liquid form.
Ensure sufficient ventilation.
Prevent direct bodily contact and inhalation.
Heed the manufacturer's safety data sheets.
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Heed additional regulations for flange bolted connections
( Chapter 6.1, page 35).
Heed safety instructions for lifting, transport, setting down.
Secure drive against starting up.
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Commissioning and operation
Keep personnel who are not participating away, e.g. using
supervisory personnel, enclosures, fences.
Only install universal joint shaft in areas not subject to explosion
(atmosphere).
For specially-designed universal joint shafts, improper installation
and removal can cause severe injuries or even death.
Heed and if necessary order additional documentation
( Chapter 1.3, page 8).
Only put a completely functional and safe universal joint
shaft/system into operation.
Before commissioning, remove deflection and transport
braces.
Before commissioning, check tightening torques and null
markings.
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Only operate universal joint shaft with appropriate guards
( system documentation).
For telescopic lengths: protect gearing of the telescopic parts
against dirt and foreign bodies.
In case of changed operating state and faults, take the
universal joint shaft out of commission immediately. Report
changed operating states and faults to the responsible
office/person immediately.
Do not perform cleaning work when operation is ongoing.
If it is not possible to prevent people from lingering in the
danger radius of the universal joint shaft while it is in
operation, special safety measures must be taken in case of
a universal joint shaft break.
If there can be blockages or collisions with resulting personal
injury as a result of a universal joint break in the case of
mobile drives, appropriate arresting devices must be
provided for the universal joint shafts.
In case of ATEX-certified universal joint shafts, it must be ensured
that
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The surface temperature in the field of joint bearings not
exceed 140°C.
Voith recommends at both joints, to attach a temperature
monitoring in the field of the joint bearings.
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Maintenance work and
Repair
Decommissioning
Removal
Disposal
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inspections
The operator's service personnel may only perform the maintenance
work and inspections described in this instruction manual. Other
maintenance work (especially overhauls) may only be performed by
the manufacturer's service personnel or personnel authorized by the
manufacturer.
Observe specified intervals ( Chapter 9.2, page 57).
Do not perform any maintenance work or inspections during
ongoing operation.
Before maintenance and inspection work, secure the drive
against starting up.
Do not remove any safety equipment as long as the universal
joint shaft/system is not standing still and secured against
starting up again.
When the universal joint shaft is standing still, do not load it
with high lifting or attachment forces and do not place any
objects on the universal joint shaft or hang or attach anything
to it.
Before reattaching the universal joint shaft/system, reattach
all safety equipment.
The universal joint shaft must be checked regularly for
changed running noises and vibrations.
Repairs may only be made by the manufacturer's servic
e
personnel or personnel authorized by the manufacturer.
Only make repairs after consultation with the manufacturer.
Do not make any repairs when operation is ongoing.
Only repair universal joint shaft in areas not subject to explosion
(atmosphere).
See system documentation
See repair instructions/system documentation
ly remove universal joint shaft in areas not subject to explosion
On
(atmosphere).
Dispose of packaging material according to the applicable
regulations in the place of use.
Dispose of operating and hazardous materials separately
according to the locally-applicable regulations. Heed the
manufacturer's safety data sheets.
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Activity
Protective equipment
2.6Personal protective equipment
Heed additional notices in the system documentation.
Heed additional operator-side regulations.
In order to prevent injuries, wear personal protective
equipment according to the following table:
Re-installation •Safety helmet
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•Safety shoes with slip-proof, oil-resistant
soles
•Protective gloves
•Fall protection
•Safety glasses
Commissioning
and operation
•Closely-fitting clothing
•Ear protection
•Safety shoes with slip-proof, oil-resistant
soles
•Safety glasses
Transport •Safety helmet
•Safety shoes with slip-proof, oil-resistant
soles
•Safety glasses
Preservation •Safety glasses
•Protective gloves
Maintenance •Safety helmet
•Protective gloves
•Safety shoes with slip-proof, oil-resistant
soles
•Fall protection
•Safety glasses
Tab. 2.1: Personal protective equipment
2.7Spare parts
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Spare parts must meet the technical specifications of the
manufacturer. Same is guaranteed if original parts are used, as
these are subject to a regular quality control. Spare parts from
other suppliers may, in some cases, change the characteristics of
the machine and result in substantial defects, for which Voith
cannot assume any responsibility.
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Link head
Journal cross set
Flange yoke
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3.1Structure
standard center part
Fig. 3.1: Structure of the universal joint shaft (example of type RT)
The link head consists of:
•an integral flange yoke
–or–
a semi-integral flange yoke
A journal cross set constits of:
•a journal cross
•four bearing units
The flange yokes depend on the universal joint shaft type
( Chapter 3.3, page 26).
Depending on the size, the telescopic length is eithe
r equipped
with an involute profile or a diameter-centered SAE profile with
length compensation.
The involute profile can optionally be provided with a lowmaintenance Rilsan® plastic coating.
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