Details About Preventive Maintenance And Electric Motor Repairs

By Carol Anderson


Electric motors are machines converting electrical energy to a mechanical one with the opposite of this process being done by generators. Diverse applications are using this such as power tools, disk drives, household appliances, machine tools, blowers and pumps, and industrial fans. They can be powered either with alternating current or direct current.

Many companies in a variety of industries use them due to their importance on their daily operations which means maintaining them properly is required. But sometimes experts on electric motor repairs Toronto would be needed when the fail or break down so you will need their assistance. Here are several details for doing preventive maintenance at your facilities for these machines.

Perform a visual inspection on them and take note of any information you may notice on its physical condition. Many things could be discovered such as dirt buildup or corrosion their individual components have specially when operating on a rugged environment. Internal problems might be indicated with these due to debris limiting its performance.

Be sure to examine motor windings then search for any odor that smells like a burned one caused by overheating. The relay and contacts must be free from the rust and dirt also which are harmful for the equipment life. Place the machine where it will not be exposed to toxic elements, moisture, dirt and harsh conditions.

Check closely the brush and commutators and not wait for when the equipment stops working or inconsistencies are experienced before doing so. Be aware of any wear and tear signs in brush and if there is, they can lead to problems in commutation with the motor. That is why changing the brush is needed for regaining its functional integrity.

Commutator should be checked though due to its natural condition normally being polished and smooth. There must not be any dents, grooves or scratches because rough spots can suggest a sparking of brush there. Inspect thoroughly the stator, mount, belts and rotor then replace the components which their purpose cannot be served anymore due to wear.

Test the windings after inspecting every machine components which will give you an idea on its existing failures and anomalies. Doing this is mandatory if you discovered cracks, burned odor and marks. Disassemble the motor when preparing for the test which consists of rewinding it and testing the wind insulation showing information about resistance level.

Check bearings for some noises or vibrations because they signify issues such as dirt buildup, tear and wear, and poor lubrication. When they are impossible to touch because of being too hot then this may signify insufficient grease amount or overheating. Specific task could be needed that depends on equipment location, bearing type and motor application. So the bearing type must be known for determining the repair type required for it.

Take note of every test that was done during every preventive maintenance and the gathered results for establishing trends. Record every repair and replacement made on each component to understand better what every piece of these machines. Doing this is helpful for future inspections because they have documents stating what has been done previously on the equipment.




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