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- Page 1 PHASE CONVERTERS PHASE CONVERTERS MODEL NO: PC40 and PC60 PART No: 6012805 and 6012810 MODEL NO: PC20 • PC40 • PC60 PART Nos: 6012800 • 6012805 • 6012810 OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 0107...
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Page 2: Specifications
5.5 HP Please note that the details and specifications contained herein are correct at the time of going to print. However CLARKE International reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice. Always consult the machines data plate When disposing of this product, ensure it is disposed of according to all local ordinances. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Please read these instructions carefully before operating the Converter Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Single to 3 Phase Converter. i.e. to run 3- phase asynchronous motors ONLY, from a 230V single phase supply. Please note that this device, because of its characteristics is for use primarily with constantly running motors. -
Page 4: Safety
FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY Special care is taken during all stages of manufacture to ensure that your Clarke Converter reaches you in good condition. IMPORTANT Before using this equipment, it is in your own interest and others around you, that you read and comply with ALL the information given within. -
Page 5: Installation
Installation We would recommend that the installation of this equipment is carried out by a qualified electrician, who has a full understanding of industrial switching applications. It is the users responsibility to provide adequate protection for the intended motor and to ensure that the supply and cabling is of sufficient capacity to enable the motor to start without causing undue supply disturbances due to a voltage drop. -
Page 6: Electrical Connection
• Model PC20 is provided with 2M (minimum) of 3-core cable fitted with a 13amp plug, for use with a standard, domestic 13 amp supply. IMPORTANT: The wires in the mains lead are coloured in accordance with the following code: Green &... -
Page 7: Operation
Before inserting the output plug, switch all three switches (G) to OFF. Then switch the converter ON, using the ON/OFF switch (A) on the front panel. In this condition the lamp (B) will illuminate. In the case of the PC20, the rocker switch A will illuminate. - Page 8 The charts below show the switch settings for the required outputs. With the switches set, and the output plugged in, switch ON the converter and proceed to start the motor/machine. Note that indicator lamp (F) will illuminate when the switches (G) are set. Model PC20 Motor SW 1 SW 2 SW 3 0.5 HP...
- Page 9 Typical Wiring Diagram for 230V to 400V Phase Converter Standard on-line starting. NOTES: • Please take into account the various losses which are incurred in the conversion from single to three phase supply. It will be necessary to select an output from the Converter which is greater than the rated power of the motor being driven.
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Page 10: Parts List
Parts Lists and Diagrams PC20... - Page 11 W10 Rectifier EM 26014005 6k8 Ohm 50W Armoured Resistance EM26031001 Auto transformer For Converter PC 20 EM 44145002 Capacitors Support For Converter PC20 EM 33640256 Lower Panel For Converter PC20 EM 33700265 Capacitor 20mf 450V M8 35x95 EM 22315006 Capacitor 5mf 450V M8 28x56 Shank...
- Page 12 PC40...
- Page 13 PC40 Description Part No: Front Frame EM21690425 D.38 Knob For Red Switch + Indicator EM04600268 Green Pilot-lamp 220V+Rules L=230 EM22610006 Circuit Breaker 20A EM22210018 Ammeter 20A F540 EM22600046 Capacitor 10mf 450A M8 35x71 EM22315005 Capacitor 40mf 450A EM22315008 Capacitor 5mf 450A M8 28x56 Shank EM22315017 Capacitor 8mf 450A M8 32x56 Shank EM22315018...
- Page 14 PC60...
- Page 15 PC60 Description Part No: EM21690425 Front Frame EM04600268 D.38 Knob For Red Switch + Indicator EM22610006 Green Pilot-Lamp 220V EM22210012 Circuit Breaker 32A EM22600051 Ammeter 30S FS60 EM22315018 Capacitor 8mf 450V Mb 32x56 Shank EM22315019 Capacitor 16mf 450V M8 36x68 Shank EM22315020 Capacitor 25mf 450V M8 40x93 Shank EM22315021...
- Page 16 Wiring Diagrams PC20...
- Page 17 PC40...
- Page 18 PC60...
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