Troubleshooting reducer

Worm reducer

1The temperature rose
2The noise got louder
The vibration increased
3Lubricating oil leaks
4The output shaft does not rotate
5Neither the input shaft nor the output shaft rotates
To the answer
1The temperature rose
Cause 1Overload operationSolutionCheck the load and adjust it appropriately
Cause 2Too little or too much lubricantSolutionUse the right amount
Cause 3Lubricating oil is contaminated or the type of oil is inappropriateSolutionReplace with new, proper oil
Cause 4Bearing interference is excessiveSolutionWe will provide the appropriate tightening
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2The noise got louder
The vibration increased
Cause 1Bearing damageSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
Cause 2Bad tooth contactSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
Cause 3Bearing interference is excessiveSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
Cause 4Tooth damageSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
Cause 5Lack of lubricantSolutionWe will inspect and repair or replace the lubricant.
Cause 6Foreign matter contaminationSolutionWe will inspect and repair or replace the lubricant.
Cause 7Centering mismatchSolutionGet the exact alignment with your device
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3Lubricating oil leaks
Cause 1Oil seal wear and damageSolutionOil seal replacement (some sizes also replace the filter)
Cause 2Oil gauge damageSolutionReplacing the oil gauge
Cause 3Loose bolts and plugsSolutionTighten completely
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4The output shaft does not rotate
Cause 1Worm wheel wearSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
Cause 2Damage to the worm shaft or worm wheelSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
Cause 3Worm wheel hub and output shaft key brokenSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
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5Neither the input shaft nor the output shaft rotates
Cause 1Foreign object caughtSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
Cause 2Damaged or broken bearingsSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
Cause 3Tooth surface seizureSolutionRepaired at our specialized factory
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The above is a summary of the causes and solutions for common everyday malfunctions.
If you have any other problems, please consult your dealer.
In that case, please also inform us of the following information on the nameplate.

  • (1) Manufacturing number (MFG NO.)
  • (2) Model number (TYPE)
  • (3) Reduction ratio (RATIO) or rotation speed (OUTPUT SPEED)
  • (4) Drawing number (DRAWING NO.)