Problem & answerG-05
Main Motor Overload
Likely causes
- Machine overloaded or product jam
- Bearing seizure
- Mechanical obstruction or high friction
- Incorrect lubrication
How to fix it
- 1Remove the cause of the overload, including any product blockage.
- 2Inspect bearings and gearbox; check lubrication.
- 3Reset the overload relay.
- 4Restart under no-load conditions, then return to production.
It is fixed when
Motor runs without overload trips.
Stop it coming back
- Lubricate moving parts to the preventive maintenance schedule.
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