Mechanical Installation; Pre-Installation; Planning The Installation Site; Receiving The Adjustable Frequency Drive - Danfoss VLT AQUA Drive FC 200 Instruction Manual

Mechanical Installation

3 Mechanical Installation

3.1 Pre-installation

3.1.1 Planning the Installation Site

NOTE!
Before performing the installation, it is important to plan
the installation of the adjustable frequency drive.
Neglecting this may result in extra work during and after
installation.
Select the best possible operation site by considering the
following (see details on the following pages and in the
respective Design Guides):
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Ambient operating temperature
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Installation method
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How to cool the unit
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Position of the adjustable frequency drive.
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Cable routing
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Ensure the power source supplies the correct
voltage and necessary current.
•
Ensure that the motor current rating is within the
maximum current from the adjustable frequency
drive.
•
Ensure that the drive is properly protected per
local regulations.
3.1.2 Receiving the Adjustable Frequency
Drive
When receiving the adjustable frequency drive, make sure
that the packaging is intact, and look for any damage that
might have occurred to the unit during transport. If
damage has occurred, immediately contact the shipping
company to make a damage claim.

3.1.3 Transportation and Unpacking

Before unpacking the adjustable frequency drive, it is
recommended to unload it as close as possible to the final
installation site.
Remove the box and handle the adjustable frequency drive
on the pallet, as long as possible.
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3.1.4 Lifting

Always lift the adjustable frequency drive using the
dedicated lifting holes. For all 4X unit size and 52 unit size
(IP00) Units, use a bar to avoid bending the lifting holes of
the adjustable frequency drive.
Figure 3.1 Recommended lifting method, Unit Size .
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