Grounding Using Shielded Cable; Grounding Using Conduit; Motor Connection - GE AF-600 FP Operating Instructions Manual

Installation

2.4.2.2 Grounding Using Shielded Cable

Earthing (grounding) clamps are provided for motor wiring
(see Illustration 2.7).
Illustration 2.7 Grounding with Shielded Cable

2.4.2.3 Grounding Using Conduit

CAUTION
GROUNDING HAZARD!
Do not use conduit connected to the drive as a
replacement for proper grounding. Ground currents are
higher than 3.5mA. Improper grounding can result in
personal injury or electrical shorts.
Dedicated grounding clamps are provided (See
Illustration 2.8).
Illustration 2.8 Grounding with Conduit
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2.4.3 Motor Connection

WARNING
INDUCED VOLTAGE!
Run output motor cables from multiple frequency
converters separately. Induced voltage from output motor
cables run together can charge equipment capacitors even
with the equipment turned off and locked out. Failure to
run output motor cables separately could result in death
or serious injury.
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The three following illustrations represent mains input,
motor, and earth grounding for basic frequency converters.
Actual configurations vary with unit types and optional
equipment.
Use a wire stripper to remove the insulation for
proper grounding.
Secure the grounding clamp to the stripped
portion of the wire with the screws provided.
Secure the grounding wire to the grounding
clamp provided.
For maximum wire sizes see 10.1 Power-dependent
Specifications
Comply with local and national electrical codes
for cable sizes
Motor wiring knockouts or access panels are
provided at the base of IP55 / Nema 12 units
Do not install power factor correction capacitors
between the drive and the motor
Do not wire a starting or pole-changing device
between the drive and the motor
Connect the 3-phase motor wiring to terminals
96 (U), 97 (V), and 98 (W)
Ground the cable in accordance with grounding
instructions provided
Torque terminals in accordance with the
information provided in 10.4.1 Connection
Tightening Torques
Follow motor manufacturer wiring requirements
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