Brook Crompton Guidelines for Preserving Electric Motors in Extended Storage
This document provides official Brook Crompton instructions for the proper preservation of electric motors during extended storage periods. It outlines best practices to prevent bearing damage, lubrication degradation, condensation, and insulation failure, helping ensure motors remain in service-ready condition when installed.
Key Points
- Explains how vibration during storage can cause bearing damage due to static indentation
- Recommends warm, ventilated storage environments to minimize condensation risk
- Covers storage requirements for motors without drain holes
- Recommends anti-condensation heaters for cold or damp storage environments
- Provides factory lubrication shelf-life guidance (approximately four years)
- Details proper use and positioning of motor drain holes during storage
- Advises periodic insulation resistance testing during extended storage