Compliance With The En 61800-3:2004 + A1:2012; Definitions; Category C1 - ABB ACS580-01 Hardware Manual

Compliance with the EN 61800-3:2004 + A1:2012

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Definitions

EMC stands for Electromagnetic Compatibility. It is the ability of electrical/electronic
equipment to operate without problems within an electromagnetic environment.
Likewise, the equipment must not disturb or interfere with any other product or
system within its locality.
First environment includes establishments connected to a low-voltage network which
supplies buildings used for domestic purposes.
Second environment includes establishments connected to a network not directly
supplying domestic premises.
Drive of category C1: drive of rated voltage less than 1000 V and intended for use in
the first environment.
Drive of category C2: drive of rated voltage less than 1000 V and intended to be
installed and started up only by a professional when used in the first environment.
Note: A professional is a person or organization having necessary skills in installing
and/or starting up power drive systems, including their EMC aspects.
Drive of category C3: drive of rated voltage less than 1000 V, intended for use in the
second environment and not intended for use in the first environment.
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Category C1

The emission limits are complied with the following provisions:
1. The optional EMC filter is selected according to the documentation and installed
as specified in the EMC filter manual.
2. The motor and control cables are selected as specified in this manual.
3. The drive is installed according to the instructions given in this manual.
4. For the maximum motor cable length with 4 kHz switching frequency, see page
150.
WARNING! In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio inference, in
which case supplementary mitigation measures may be required.
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