Dodge TA7M, TA1M installation manual For Dodge TORQUE-ARMSpeed Reducers Sizes TXT1 thru TXT7

INSTALLATION MANUAL

TA1M thru TA7M Motor Mounts

TA3ML thru TA7ML (Long Series) Motor Mounts

for DODGE® TORQUE-ARMSpeed Reducers

(Sizes TXT1 thru TXT7)

Note: Guards have been removed for photographic purposes.

INSTALLATION

Note: Refer to photo for position of all parts before installation.

1.Remove the two or three bolts required for mounting the TAM and TAML Motor Mounts from the reducer housing. Install the front and rear supports (2) using the new reducer bolts

(1) supplied with the motor mount. Make sure support flanges face output side of reducer. Tighten bolts securely.

2.Mount bottom plate (3) on supports with bolts supplied. Insert bolts (7) from top through slotted holes. Add flatwasher, lockwasher, and nut. Hand tighten.

3.Thread two nuts (6) on each threaded stud (5) leaving approximately 1″ of stud protruding at one end. Insert threaded stud with 1″ of threads through corner holes of bottom plate, thread a hex nut (6) on the stud and tighten securely.

4.Slide top plate (4) over the threaded stud, making sure center handling hole is positioned opposite input side of reducer. Thread a hex nut (6) on the studs and tighten securely.

5.Locate the proper position for the motor and bolt it to the top plate. Tighten bolts securely.

WARNING: To ensure that drive is not unexpectedly started, turn off and lock out or tag power source before proceeding. Remove all external loads from drive before removing or servicing drive or accessories. Failure to observe these precautions could result in bodily injury.

6.Install motor sheave and reducer sheave as close to motor and reducer housings as possible. Accurately align the motor and reducer sheave by sliding bottom plate in relation to supports. Tighten bolts (7) securely.

7.Install V-belts and tension belts by alternately adjusting nuts

(6) on the threaded studs (jackscrews). Make certain that all bolts are securely tightened, the V-belt drive is properly aligned and an appropriate belt guard is installed before operating the drive.

WARNING: Because of the possible danger to persons(s) or property from accidents which may result from the improper use of products, it is

important that correct procedures be followed: Products must be used in accordance with the engineering information specified in the catalog Proper installation, maintenance and operation procedures must be observed. The instructions in the instruction manuals must be followed. Inspections should be made as necessary to assure safe operation under prevailing conditions. Proper guards and other suitable safety devices or procedures as may be desirable or as may be specified in safety codes should be provided, and are neither provided by Baldor Electric Company nor are the responsibility of Baldor Electric Company. This unit and its associated equipment must be installed, adjusted and maintained by qualified personnel who are familiar with the construction and operation of all equipment in the system and the potential hazards involved. When risk to persons or property may be involved, a holding device must be an integral part of the driven equipment beyond the speed reducer output shaft.