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Motortronics VCM Series Thank you for purchasing this Motortronics VCM Series sensorless vector AC drive. When properly installed, operated and maintained, the VCM will provide a lifetime of reliable operation. It is mandatory that the person who operates, inspects and maintains this equipment thoroughly reads and understands this manual.
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This guide provides step-by-step instructions to install your VCM Series drive. Check Inverter Nameplate Compare the AC Inverter nameplate Volts & Amps with the motor nameplate. The ratings should be the same. Caution: Motor or drive failure can result if the rat- ings do not match.
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Connect AC Input Wire (1-Phase or 3-Phase to Power Terminal Strip (This step requires installation by qualifi ed personnel) Locate the power terminal strip. Check the AC voltage rating shown on the Inverter nameplate with the AC incoming voltage. Caution: Applying voltage higher than the rated VCM AC...
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Connect Motor Leads to Terminal Strip Check the motor leads to insure they are wired to match the 230 Volt or 460 Volt output as shown on the VCM inverter nameplate. Caution: Applying higher than rated voltage will damage the motor. Wired for 230V or 460V to match drive output CTi Automation - Phone: 800.894.0412 - Fax: 208.368.0415 - Web: www.ctiautomation.net - Email: info@ctiautomation.net...
Apply AC Power Apply AC power to the drive and observe the keypad. Display Briefly Reads AC INPUT VOLTAGE After 1 Second Display Reads SET FREQUENCY 0.500HZ (LOW RPM) CTi Automation - Phone: 800.894.0412 - Fax: 208.368.0415 - Web: www.ctiautomation.net - Email: info@ctiautomation.net...
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Start AC Inverter without Motor Load This step is done without the motor connected to the machinery in order to prevent damage from reverse rotation of the motor shaft. If the motor is connected, do not apply any additional load to the machine. CTi Automation - Phone: 800.894.0412 - Fax: 208.368.0415 - Web: www.ctiautomation.net - Email: info@ctiautomation.net...
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Adjusting Drive Speed 60Hz Example: When the 10’s digit is set to “6”, the 1’s digit automatically sets to “0” to avoid exceeding the “Upper frequency limit” (B005 = 60.00Hz) Stop the Drive CTi Automation - Phone: 800.894.0412 - Fax: 208.368.0415 - Web: www.ctiautomation.net - Email: info@ctiautomation.net...
Setting the Motor Data Keypad Accessing Advanced Display Press the to select “Program” Mode (b000). to scroll up to (b011), then press to display value (0000). Press once to change to (0001), then press to record. Display reads (b011) and Advanced Display is accessible. Programming Motor Parameters A) Press to select “Program”...
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Alternate Control from Terminals: 2 Wire Control (b001 = 0000) Fwd/Run Rev/Run (Optional) +24V (SW3 set PNP) 3 Wire Control (b001 = 0002) Start Stop Reverse (Optional) +24V (SW3 set PNP) CTi Automation - Phone: 800.894.0412 - Fax: 208.368.0415 - Web: www.ctiautomation.net - Email: info@ctiautomation.net...
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You have successfully completed all the steps in the Quick Start Guide. You are now ready to proceed to the VCM Instruction Manual to review installation, environmental operation, basic set-up adjustments, remote control and advanced adjustments that allow you to customize your drive to your application.
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