Summary of Contents for Emerson Digistart IS1x0043B series
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User Guide Digistart IS Soft starters for 3 phase induction motors 7.5 to 800kW (23A to 1600A) 200V, 400V, 575V, 690V 0477-0001-04 www.controltechniques.com...
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General Information The manufacturer accepts no liability for any consequences resulting from inappropriate, negligent or incorrect installation or adjustment of the optional parameters of the equipment or from mismatching the starter with the motor. The contents of this guide are believed to be correct at the time of printing. In the interests of commitment to a policy of continuous development and improvement, the manufacturer reserves the right to change the specification of the product or its performance, or the content of the guide without notice.
Contents Safety Information ............................5 Warnings, cautions and notes ..............................5 Electrical safety - general warning ............................5 System design and safety of personnel ..........................5 Environmental limits ................................5 Compliance with regulations ..............................5 Motor ..................................... 5 Adjusting parameters ................................5 Electrical installation ................................
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10.5 DC brake with external zero speed sensor ........................... 78 10.6 Soft braking..................................79 10.7 Two-speed motor ................................. 80 10.8 Slip-ring motor ..................................81 Technical Data ..............................82 Maintenance ..............................84 12.1 Care ..................................... 84 12.2 Measuring the motor current ..............................84 12.3 Measuring the input and output power ..........................
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Safety Information Warnings, cautions and notes A Warning contains information which is essential for avoiding a safety hazard. WARNING A Caution contains information which is necessary for avoiding a risk of damage to the product or other equipment.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Electrical installation 1.8.1 Electrical shock risk The voltages present in the following locations can cause severe electric shock and may be lethal: ...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Rating Data Model code Figure 2-1 Model code explanation Bypass B = Internal N = Non-bypassed Nominal current rating Mains voltage 4 = 200 to 440 Vac (±...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Table 2-1 Current ratings - in-line (3-wire) connection, bypassed operation AC53b 3.0-10:350 AC53b 3.5-15:345 AC53b 4.0-20:340 AC53b 4.5-30:330 Model 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Table 2-3 Current ratings - inside delta (6-wire) connection, bypassed operation AC53b 3.0-10:350 AC53b 3.5-15:345 AC53b 4.0-20:340 AC53b 4.5-30:330 Model 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 2.2.2 Current ratings for continuous operation (not bypassed) AC53a utilisation code The AC53a Utilisation Code defines the current rating and standard operating conditions for a non-bypassed soft starter. The soft starter’s current rating determines the maximum motor size it can be used with.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 2.2.3 Minimum and maximum current settings The Digistart IS's minimum and maximum full load current settings depend on the model: Table 2-7 Minimum and maximum current settings, internally bypassed models In-line connection Inside delta connection...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Mechanical Installation Digistart IS models IS2x0145B to IS561600N weigh in excess of 15 kg (33 lb). Use appropriate safeguards when lifting these models.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Dimensions F, G and H are the additional space required for the output and input busbars, in addition to the overall NOTE chassis measurement (C).
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Figure 3-2 Unit dimensions (non-bypassed models) D3-1x-0255-N D3-1x-0360-N, D3-1x-0430-N, D3-1x-0650-N, D3-1x-0790-N D3-1x-0930-N, D3-16-1200-N, D3-16-1410-N, D3-16-1600-N Digistart IS User Guide www.controltechniques.com Issue: 4...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Physical installation Figure 3-3 Mounting clearances IS1x0023B to IS2x0220B: Allow 100 mm (3.94 in) between soft starters. IS3x0255B to IS4x1000B: Allow 200 mm (7.88 in) between soft starters. IS3x0255N: Allow 100 mm (3.94 in) between soft starters.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Many electronic components are sensitive to static electricity. Voltages so low that they cannot be felt, seen or heard, NOTE can reduce the life, affect performance, or completely destroy sensitive electronic components.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Electrical Installation Always apply control voltage before (or with) mains voltage. WARNING Always follow the specified tightening torque for all power and ground terminal connections. WARNING For specifications and detailed technical data, see Technical Data on page 82.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Figure 4-1 Cable sizes, busbar dimensions and maximum torque settings IS1x0023B to IS1x0105B IS2x0145B Power (L1/T1, L2/T2, L3/T3) 8.5 Nm (6.3 ft-lb) 14 (0.55) 5-60 (10-1/0)
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Tighten the cables as follows: Table 4-1 Ground terminal maximum torque settings Models Terminal size Torque IS1x0023B to IS1x0105B 3 Nm IS2x0145B to IS3x0255B 5 Nm...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Figure 4-4 Control wiring options Two-wire control Start Start Three-wire control +24V +24V +24V Four-wire control Stop Stop Start/stop +24V +24V...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Power connections 4.3.1 Motor connection Digistart IS soft starters can be connected to the motor in-line or inside delta (also called three-wire and six-wire connection). When connecting in inside delta, enter the motor full load current (FLC) for Pr 1A.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status In-line installation, externally bypassed Non-bypassed models have dedicated bypass terminals, which allow the Digistart IS to continue providing protection and monitoring functions even when bypassed via an external bypass contactor.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status In-line installation, non-bypassed Figure 4-10 Power connections - in-line installation, non-bypassed Main contactor (optional) Semiconductor fuses (optional) 4.3.3 Inside delta installation When connecting the Digistart IS in inside delta configuration, always install a main contactor or shunt trip circuit...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Inside delta installation, externally bypassed Non-bypassed models have dedicated bypass terminals, which allow the Digistart IS to continue providing protection and monitoring functions even when bypassed via an external bypass contactor.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Inside delta installation, non-bypassed Figure 4-14 Power connections - inside delta installation, non-bypassed Main contactor Semiconductor fuses (optional) Fuse information 4.4.1...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Table 4-2 Bussman fuses - square body (170M) Model SCR I t (A Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage (<...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Model SCR I t (A Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage (< 440 Vac) (< 575 Vac) (< 690 Vac) IS561410N 6480000 ––...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Model SCR I t (A Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage (< 440 Vac) (< 575 Vac) (< 690 Vac) IS4x0650N 1200000 A070URD33XXX1000...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Model SCR I t (A Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage (< 440 Vac) (< 575 Vac) (< 690 Vac) IS4x0700B 781000 A4BQ800...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status EMC (electromagnetic compatibility) 4.9.1 Immunity The Digistart IS complies with the following international immunity standards as required for IEC60947-4-2: Table 4-8 EMC immunity Standard Type of Immunity...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Keypad and Status Keypad Figure 5-1 Keypad and display Four-line display for status and programming details. Status LEDs 2 min Soft starter local control buttons.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 5.2.2 Replacing the keypad To replace the keypad: 1. Align the connector on the back of the keypad with the socket on the soft starter and push the keypad firmly into place. The keypad will be held in place by the connector and two locating nibs in the top right and bottom left corners.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 5.4.5 Last start information The last start information screen shows details of the most recent successful start: start duration (seconds) ...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Quick Start Commissioning This procedure is written from default parameter settings as the starter would be delivered from the factory. Always apply control voltage before (or with) mains voltage.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Setup procedure Table 6-1 Basic setup procedure Action Detail Before power-up Ensure: The starter is not receiving a start signal ...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Operation Start, stop and reset commands The soft starter can be controlled in three ways: using the buttons on the keypad ...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 7.2.2 Current ramp Current ramp soft starting raises the current from a specified starting level (1) to a maximum limit (3), over an extended period of time (2).
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Adaptive Control will control the load according to the programmed profile. Start current will vary according to the NOTE selected acceleration profile and the programmed start time.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 7.3.1 Coast to stop Coast to stop lets the motor slow at its natural rate, with no control from the soft starter. The time required to stop will depend on the type of load.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Pump stopping: The hydraulic characteristics of pump systems vary considerably. This variation means the ideal NOTE deceleration profile and stop time will vary from application to application. The table provides guidelines on selecting between Adaptive Control deceleration profiles, but we recommend testing the three profiles to identify the best profile for the application.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Figure 7-7 DC brake stop 100% 1: Stop time (Pr 2I) 2: Brake time (Pr 2N) 3: Coast to stop time Time When using DC brake, the mains supply must be connected to the soft starter (input terminals L1, L2, L3) in positive phase sequence and Pr 5D Phase Sequence must be set to Positive only.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status To stop a jog operation, perform one of the following: Remove the jog command. Press the STOP button on the keypad. ...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Programming The motor data parameters are critical to the correct operation of the soft starter's thermal model, and to the motor overload protection.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Adjustment lock You can lock the Programming Menu to prevent users from altering parameter settings. The adjustment lock can be turned on and off using Pr 15C.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Application Parameter Pr Number Suggested value Compressor Screw Model dependent Motor Full Load Current Constant Current Start Mode 5 seconds Start Ramp Time 400%...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Parameter Group Parameters Default Value 4 - Digital Outputs Main Contactor Relay A Action 00:00 (minutes:seconds) Relay A On Delay 00:00 (minutes:seconds) Relay A Off Delay Relay B Action...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Parameter Group Parameters Default Value 3 - Digital Inputs Emergency Stop Input A Function Emergency Stop Input A Name Always Active Input A Trip 00:00 (minutes:seconds)
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Parameter Group Parameters Default Value 8 - Analog I/O Do Not Trip Analog Input Trip 2-10 V Analog Input Scale Analog Trip Point Current (%FLC) Analog Output A...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Parameter Group Parameters Default Value 13 - Slip-Ring Motors Single Ramp Motor Data-1 Ramp Single Ramp Motor Data-2 Ramp Slip Ring Retard 150 ms Changeover Time...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Parameter descriptions 8.8.1 Notes on optional parameters The following sections provide a description for all the parameters, whether available by default or optional. Optional parameters are only available if the relevant option card is fitted to the soft starter.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Function Range Default 00:01 to 02:00 (minutes:seconds) 00:10 Locked Rotor Time Sets the maximum length of time the motor can sustain locked rotor current from cold before reaching its maximum temperature. Set according to the motor datasheet.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Function Range Default 00:00 to 01:00 (minutes:seconds) 00:00 Stop Delay Sets a delay after the starter receives a stop command, before it stops the motor. Function Range Default...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 8.8.4 Group 3 - Digital inputs The Digistart IS has two programmable inputs, which allow remote control of the soft starter. If required, two extra inputs are available on the input/output expansion card.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Function Range Default Motor Set Select, Input Trip (N/O), Input Trip Input Trip (N/O) Input B Function (N/C), Local/Remote Select, Emergency Run, Emergency Stop, Jog Forward, Jog Reverse Input Trip, Low Pressure, High Pressure,...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 8.8.5 Group 4 - Digital outputs The Digistart IS has three programmable outputs, which can be used to signal different operating conditions to associated equipment.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Function Range Default Off, Main Contactor, Run, Trip, Warning, Trip Relay C Action Low Current Flag, High Current Flag, Motor Temp Flag, Input A Trip, Input B Trip, Motor Overload, Current Imbalance, Underpower, Overpower, Frequency, Ground Fault,...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Function Range Default Reserved This parameter is reserved for internal use. Function Range Default Reserved This parameter is reserved for internal use. Function Range Default...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 8.8.8 Group 7 - Set points The Digistart IS has low and high current flags to give early warning of abnormal operation. Function Range Default...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Function Range Default Current (%FLC), Motor Temp (%), Motor kW Current (%FLC) Analog Output B (%), Motor kVA (%), Motor pf, Voltage (%Mains) 0-20, 4-20 mA 4-20 mA...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Function Range Default 10 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 5 10 seconds Graph Timebase minutes, 10 minutes, 30 minutes, 1 hour Sets the graph time scale.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Function Range Default 00:05 to 15:00 (minutes:seconds) 00:05 Reset Delay Groups A&B 5 to 60 minutes Reset Delay Group C The Digistart IS can be configured to wait before auto-resetting a trip.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 8.8.14 Group 13 - Slip ring motors Function Range Default Single Ramp, Dual Ramp Single Ramp Motor Data-1 Ramp Motor Data-2 Ramp Selects whether to use a single or dual current ramp profile for soft starting.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Function Range Default 3-Phase Control Only, PowerThrough 3-Phase Control Only Shorted SCR Action Selects whether the soft starter will allow PowerThrough operation. For critical applications this allows the soft starter to control the motor with two-phase control, if the soft starter is damaged on one phase.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Maintenance tools 8.9.1 Setup tools These functions are protected by the access code (see Access Code on page 44). NOTE Load/Save settings The Load/Save Settings menu requires an access code and allows users to:...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status The second thermal model is only active if Pr 11B Dual Thermal Model is set to 'Dual' and the starter is using the NOTE secondary motor set (a programmable input is set to 'Motor Set Select' and the input is active).
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Press STOP or activate the stop input. The Digistart IS simulates stopping. The Run Simulation Run LED flashes and the bypass relay opens (if installed) Stopping X:XXs M to Continue Press M.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Digital I/O state This screen shows the current status of the digital inputs and outputs. Digital I/O State Inputs: 0110000 Outputs: 0000100 The top line of the screen shows the start, stop, reset and programmable inputs (A and B, then inputs on the I/O expansion card (if...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Diagnostics The Digistart IS soft starter is not user serviceable. The unit should only be serviced by authorised service personnel. NOTE Unauthorised tampering with the unit will void the product warranty.
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Display Possible cause/Suggested solution The mains frequency has gone beyond the specified range. Frequency (Mains supply) Check for other equipment in the area that could be affecting the mains supply, particularly variable speed drives and switch mode power supplies (SMPS).
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Display Possible cause/Suggested solution See 'Motor Overload' above. Motor 2 overload Applicable only if the second motor set has been programmed. NOTE Related Pr: 11B, 11A, 11D, 11C, 11E, 16A Where 'X' is 1, 2 or 3.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Display Possible cause/Suggested solution The thermistor input has been enabled and: Thermistor Cct Ω (Thermistor circuit) The resistance at the input has fallen below 20 (the cold resistance of most thermistors will be over this value) or ...
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Symptom Probable Cause The soft starter does not control the Start performance may be unstable when using a low Motor Full Load Current motor correctly during starting.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 10. Application Examples A selection of Application Notes are available describing advanced installation or configuration of the Digistart IS for situations with specific performance requirements.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 10.2 Installation with external bypass contactor The Digistart IS is installed with an external bypass contactor (AC1 rated). The bypass contactor is controlled by the Digistart IS Run Output (terminals COM2, RLO2).
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 10.3 Emergency run operation In normal operation the Digistart IS is controlled via a remote two wire signal (terminals DI2, +24V). Emergency Run is controlled by a two wire circuit connected to Input A (terminals DI4, +24V).
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 10.4 Auxiliary trip circuit In normal operation the Digistart IS is controlled via a remote two wire signal (terminals DI2, +24V). Input A (terminals DI4, +24V) is connected to an external trip circuit (such as a low pressure alarm switch for a pumping system).
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 10.5 DC brake with external zero speed sensor For loads which may vary between braking cycles, there are benefits in using an external zero-speed sensor to interface with the Digistart IS for brake shut-off.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 10.6 Soft braking For applications with high inertia and/or a variable load, the Digistart IS can be configured for soft braking. In this application the Digistart IS is employed with forward run and braking contactors.
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 10.7 Two-speed motor The Digistart IS can be configured for control of dual speed Dahlander type motors, using a high speed contactor (KM1), low speed contactor (KM2) and a star contactor (KM3).
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 10.8 Slip-ring motor The Digistart IS can be used to control a slip-ring motor, using rotor resistance. Figure 10-8 Slip-ring motor Control voltage Remote control inputs 1/L1...
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 11. Technical Data Supply Mains voltage (L1, L2, L3) IS4xxxx ............................200 Vac to 440 Vac (± 10%) IS6xxxx ............................
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Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status Heat dissipation During start ..............................4.5 watts per ampere During run IS1x0023B to IS1x0053B ..........................≤ 39 watts approx IS1x0076B to IS1x0105B ..........................
Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation Commissioning Examples Data Status 12. Maintenance The Digistart IS soft starter is not user serviceable. The unit should only be serviced by authorised service personnel. NOTE Unauthorised tampering with the unit will void the product warranty.