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Maintenance Manual Illustrated Parts List with ASTER Solid State Frequency Converter Specification Number 7015-3 Rated Output: 90-kVA, 115/200-V, 3-PHASE, 400-Hz 415-V, 3-Phase, 50-Hz Input Model Number 90SB51 Hobart Brothers Company Airport Systems Group Ground Power Equipment Troy, Ohio 45373 U.S.A.
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Safety Instructions and Warnings for Electrical Power Equipment WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK can KILL. Do not touch live electrical parts. ELECTRIC ARC FLASH can injure eyes, burn skin, cause equipment damage, and ignite combustible material. DO NOT use power cables to break load and prevent tools from causing short circuits.
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c. Service and Maintenance This equipment must be maintained in good electrical and mechanical condition to avoid hazards stemming from disrepair. Report any equipment defect or safety hazard to the supervisor and discontinue use of the equipment until its safety has been assured. Repairs should be made by qualified personnel only.
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EMERGENCY FIRST AID Call physician immediately. Seek additional assistance. Use First Aid techniques recommended by American Red Cross until medical help arrives. If Breathing is Difficult, give oxygen, if available, and have victim lie down. For Electrical Shock, turn off power. Remove victim; if not breathing, begin artificial respiration, preferably mouth-to-mouth.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Table of Contents Chapter-Section . Page Chapter 1. Description/Operation Section 1. Description 1-1.1 1. General 1-1.1 a. Mountings for the Solid State Converter ..... . . 1-1.1 b.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Section 3. Operation 1-3.1 1. Start-Up Procedure with No Load on Converter Unit 1-3.1 2. Start-Up Procedure with Converter Unit Connected to an Aircraft 1-3.11 3. Door Interlock Switch 1-3.1 4.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Section 5. Capacitor Test Procedure 3-5. 1 1. Taking Resistance Measurements on Capacitors 3-5. 1 Chapter 4. Illustrated Parts List Section 1. Introduction 4-1. 1 1. General 4-1.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter List of Figures Chapter-Section . Page Chapter 1. Description/Operation Frequency Converter Unit ........1-1. 2 Specifications and Capabilities .
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Examples: (Fig. 8) , or (2-l; Fig. 8). 4. Service Information If you have any questions concerning your Hobart Brothers Company, Power Systems Group equipment, you are invited to contact our Service Department by mail, telephone, or FAX. Write:...
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115/200-V AC, 3-phase, 400-Hz electrical systems. This converter unit is identified by Specification Number 7015-3, and is manufactured by Hobart Brothers Company, Ground Power Division, Power Systems Group, Troy, Ohio 45373. See Figure 2 for specifications and capabilities for a basic, or stationary converter.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter 1. Control panel 2. Front Door Assembly 3. Cabinet 4. Rear Door 5. Card Cage Window Frequency Converter Unit Figure 1 Chapter 1-1 Nov 01/90 Page 2...
Figure 2 2. Theory of Operation This Hobart converter is a state-of-the-art, solid-state 60 (or 50) Hz to 400 Hz frequency converter. It employs all silicon semi-conductors and CMOS digital logic. This converter is specifically designed to supply clean, reliable ground power to an aircraft, eliminating the costly need for operating the aircraft’s auxiliary power unit.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Block Diagram of Converter Figure 3 b. Inverter The inverter employed in this system is a step wave-form inverter. This inverter uses harmonic neutralization, which results in the elimination of all harmonic distortion below the eleventh harmonic without filtering.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter When an overload condition develops, wherein the load exceeds the unit’s power rating by 25%, the unit will run for approximately 5 minutes before shutting down. For a 50% overload, the unit will turn off after approximately 10 seconds.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter ALARM I monitors a series of current sensors. This device will sense a current in excess of normal in the transistorized bridge and will turn the entire unit off. These sensors will react only to an imminent failure of the transistors and not to an overload on the unit.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter The AMPcard allows for adjustments to the output voltage as well as to the load compensation. The VOLTAGE potentiometer allows an operator to adjust the output voltage in excess of +/- 15%.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter (6) OUTPUT VOLTMETER This meter (7) , in conjunction with the VOLTAGE SELECTOR SWITCH, (7) measures output voltage on all three phases, with an accuracy of +/-2%. Two test jacks (8) are provided next to the voltmeter for measuring voltage with a more accurate meter if that is required during service.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter c. Converter Cabinet The cabinet which houses the converter apparatus and circuitry consists of a sturdy welded aluminum frame to which a one- piece 16-gauge sheet metal cover (3, Fig. 1) is fastened, and to which a flat metal sheet is attached to form the bottom of the cabinet.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter e. Remote Push-button Station Connection (Optional) (1) Description Each unit is provided with START/STOP buttons on the control panel. When the unit is mounted under a bridge these controls are often out of reach of the operator on the ground. Therefore, the units may be equipped for remote START/STOP stations (See 281338 in Chapter 6) .
(c) Remove the pallet from the unit. 4. Preparation for Use A Hobart converter unit requires no additional preparation in order to supply power to an aircraft. It needs only to have its input connected to an appropriate source of power, and then have its output cable connected to the aircraft.
For this installation, the remote control pushbutton station that is used may be provided by the customer, or it may be purchased from Hobart Brothers Company. When purchased from Hobart Brothers, this optional item is available as Part Number 281338.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter (3) Turn switch on AMP card to MAINT position. (4) Close all doors tightly to enable interlock switches. (5) Open the access door and Turn on input circuit breaker. All lights and LED’s (except OUTPUT POWER light) should glow.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Section 3. Operation 1. Start-Up Procedure with No Load on Converter Unit a. Apply rated input power to the converter unit from the input power (disconnecting means). The green INPUT POWER indicating light on control panel will come on.
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All servicing and repair work including testing and calibration, should be referred to the Service Department of Hobart Brothers Company, or to an authorized service shop of Hobart Brothers ground power equipment, or trained, qualified electronic technician.
Questions concerning the operation, repair, and/or servicing of this equipment should be directed to the Service Department of Hobart Brothers Company (See Introduction, page 1) . When making such an inquiry, be sure to provide the service department with the model number, serial number, and approximate date of receipt of the equipment.
The solid state converter is designed to be as easy to troubleshoot as it is to operate and maintain. As mentioned in the previous chapter, all calibrations, servicing and repair work is to be done by Hobart Brothers Service Department personnel, authorized distributors of Hobart Brothers ground power equipment, or trained, qualified electronic technicians.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter 2. Procedure for Restoring Unit to Operation After a Fault Fault shutdowns are indicated on ALARM I, II and III. Following a fault shutdown of the unit, the fault alarm is reset by pushing the STOP/RESET button on the control panel.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter d. OC ( 125%)- Overcurrent (125% Load) Fault When the alarm indicator light marked OC (125%) comes on, this indicates that an overload exceeding 125% lasted approximately 5 minutes before activating the alarm. Reset the alarm and restart the unit.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter g. IMB/GND When the indicator light marked “IMB/GND” on ALARM III comes on, this indicates that a load imbalance of at least 10% exists between output phases or one of the output phases is grounded. Check to see where the imbalance is, then balance the load as much as possible or check and remove ground on output phase.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Section 2. Troubleshooting Charts Fault Indicators Trouble, Sympton and Condition Probable Cause Test, Check, And Remedy 1. Input circuit breaker will not a. Front or rear door open Close door(s).
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Fault Indicators - (cont.) Trouble, Sympton and Condition Probable Cause Test, Check, And Remedy 7. Ø LOSS - Phase-Loss on a. Input voltage on one or Check input(s) voltage. (See ALARM II more input phases below para.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Section 3. “SOFT-START” Instructions 1. General Following major repair such as: • Transistor Replacement • Wire Harness Repair or Replacement • Transformer Replacement or Repair • Card Cage Replacement It is recomended that a SOFT-START procedure be followed before restarting the unit to minimize possibilities of damage to the unit if other unrepaired problems still exist in the unit.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter i. Disconnect output filter capacitors (All colored wires). j. Turn on input voltage. k. Apply 12 volts DC to bus. l. After pushing the RESET and START buttons, remove ALARM II, otherwise the unit will shutdown from undervoltage.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Section 4. Transistor Module Test Procedure 1. Taking Resistance Measurements on the Transistor Module a. Before taking resistance measurements, make certain that the transistor being checked is removed (disconnected) from all other circuitry.
OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Taking Transistor Module Resistance Measurements (Placement of Ohmmeter Leads) Figure 2 Direction (Polarity) of Measurement & Approx. Values of Resistance for a Good Transistor Volts/ Collector- Collector- Base- Base- Manufacturer...
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Section 5. Capacitor Test Procedure 1. Taking Resistance Measurements on Capacitors a. Before taking resistance measurements, make certain that the capacitor being checked is discharged (check with voltmeter) and removed (disconnected) from all other circuitry. b.
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Thus the figure and item numbering system ties the parts lists to the illustrations and vice versa. (2) “HOBART PART NUMBER” Column Part numbers appearing in this column are Hobart numbers. These are the numbers to which a customer should refer when purchasing replacement parts, or identifying a part for servicing or replacement.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter (3) “NOMENCLATURE” Column The item identifying name appears in this column. The indenture method is used to indicate item relationships. Thus, components of an assembly are listed directly below the assembly name and indented one space.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Section 2. Parts List Explanation of Parts List Arrangement The parts list is arranged so that the illustration will appear on a lefthand page and the applicable parts list will appear on the opposite right-hand page.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Section 3. Numerical Index 1. Explanation of Numerical Index The purpose of this index is to assist the user in finding the illustration and description of a part when the part number is known.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter FIG/ITEM PART NUMBER FIG/ITEM PART NUMBER 3-22 281235 3-10 408333 6-10 281246 4-24 408333 2-32 281317-1 6-12 408333 2-33 281318-1 3-24 408335 4-11 281319 408337 281464 4-16 408341 282480 408343...
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter FIG/ITEM PART NUMBER 4-37 7J-422-0 77A-1000-2 77A-1036-3 77A-1036-4 5-12 82B-1066-6 82B-1066-7 2-31 83B-1079 5-15 83B-1079 2-26 83A-1112 2-27 83A-1113 2-28 83A-1114 4-39 W-10079-5 W-10827-44 4-28 W-10827-54 W-9917-20 Nov 01/90 Chapter 4-3 Page 3...
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“HOBART PART NUMBER” Column Part numbers appearing in this column are Hobart numbers. These are the numbers to which a customer should refer when purchasing spare parts, or identifying a part for servicing or replacement.
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Chapter 5. Optional Equipment At present, no optional equipment has been designed or manufactured for Specification 7015-3 Nov 01/90 Chapter 5-1 Page 1...
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Chapter 6. Manufacturer’s Literature Hobart Diagrams 282575 Schematic & Connection (6 Sheets) 281027 Outline, Connections Unusual Service Conditions Warranty Nov 01/90 Chapter 6-1 Page 1...
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OM-2065 / Operation and Maintenance Manual 90SB51 / Spec. 7015-3 / Frequency Converter Unusual Service Conditions This information is a general guideline and cannot cover all possible conditions of equipment use. The specific local environments may be dependent upon conditions beyond the manufacturer’s control. The manufacturer should be consulted if any unusual conditions of use exist which may affect the physical condition or operation of the equipment.
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