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Series Starters. The content of this manual will not modify any prior agreement, commitment or relationship between the customer and Benshaw. The sales contract contains the entire obligation of Benshaw. The warranty enclosed within the contract between the parties is the only warranty that Benshaw will recognize and any statements contained herein do not create new warranties or modify the existing warranty in any way.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Precautions Electric Shock Prevention • While power is on or soft starter is running, do not open the front cover. You may get an electrical shock. • This soft starter contains high voltage which can cause electric shock resulting in personal injury or loss of life. •...
1 - INTRODUCTION Using this Manual This manual is divided into 9 sections. Each section contains topics related to the section. The sections are as Layout follows: • Introduction • Technical Information • Installation • Keypad Operation • Parameters • Parameter Descriptions •...
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Publication History Warranty Benshaw provides a 1 year standard warranty with its starters. An extension to the 3 year warranty is provided when a Benshaw or Benshaw authorized service technician completes the installation and initial start up. The warranty data sheet must also be signed and returned. The cost of this service is not included in the price of the Benshaw soft starter and will be quoted specifically to each customers needs.
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1 - INTRODUCTION Contacting Benshaw Contacting Benshaw Information about Benshaw products and services is available by contacting Benshaw at one of the following offices: Benshaw Inc. Corporate Headquarters Benshaw High Point 1659 E. Sutter Road EPC Division Glenshaw, PA 15116...
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1 - INTRODUCTION Interpreting Model Numbers Figure 1: RediStart MX Series Model Numbers RB3-1-S-052A-12C C = Open Chassis Frame Size Amp Rating, (0 - 999A) Fault Level S = Standard H = High Type of Bypass 0 = None (only available with RC) 1 = Integrated 2 = Separate, Definite Purpose (Only with 1000V Starter) 3 = Separate, ATL IEC AC3 Rated...
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1 - INTRODUCTION General Overview of a Reduced Voltage Starter General Overview The RediStart MX motor starter is a microprocessor-controlled starter for single or three-phase motors. The starter can be custom designed for specific applications. A few of the features are: •...
2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Technical Specifications General Information The physical specifications of the starter vary depending upon its configuration. The applicable motor current determines the configuration and its specific application requirements. Specifications are subject to change without notice. This document covers the control electronics and several power sections: •...
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2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Table 1: Terminals Terminal Function Terminal Number Description Block Digital Inputs 1: Start 120VAC digital input 2: DI1 2500V optical isolation 3: DI2 4mA current draw 4: DI3 Off: 0-35VAC 5: Common On: 60-120VAC Digital Inputs 1: DI4 120VAC digital input 2: DI5...
The motor overload trip time will be reduced when there is a current imbalance present. z NOTE: Refer to Theory of Operation, Chapter 7 in section 7.1 for more motor overload details and a larger graph. Refer to http://www.benshaw.com/olcurves.html for an automated overload calculator.
2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2.2.6 Optional RTD Module Specifications The starter has the option of operating with up to two Benshaw SPR-100P remote RTD modules. Table 4: Remote RTD Module Specifications SPR-100P Model Number RTD Type 100W Platinum, 3 lead 0.00385 W/W/°C...
2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2.2.7 Zero Sequence Ground Fault CT The Benshaw BICT 2000/1-6 CT has the following excitation curve. Figure 3: BICT2000/1-6 Excitation Curve Starter Power Ratings Starter Power Ratings Each RB3 model starter is rated for three different starting duties. For example, a starter can operate a:...
2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2.3.2 Heavy Duty (500% current for 30 sec) Ratings Table 6: Heavy Duty Horsepower Ratings Heavy Duty (500% current for 30 seconds, 125% Continuous) HORSEPOWER RATING NOMINAL MODEL NUMBER AMPS 200-208V 230-240V 380-400V 440-480V 575-600V RB3-1-S-027A-11C RB3-1-S-040A-11C RB3-1-S-052A-12C RB3-1-S-065A-12C...
2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2.3.3 Severe Duty (600% current for 30 sec) Ratings Table 7: Severe Duty Horsepower Ratings Severe Duty (600% current for 30 seconds 125% Continuous) HORSEPOWER RATING NOMINAL MODEL NUMBER AMPS 200-208V 230-240V 380-400V 440-480V 575-600V RB3-1-S-027A-11C RB3-1-S-040A-11C RB3-1-S-052A-12C RB3-1-S-065A-12C...
2 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 2.3.8 RB3 Starter Control Power Requirements Table 9: RB3 Starter CPT VA Requirements Power Power Recommended Recommended Model Number Required Model Number Required Min. TX size Min. TX size (VA) (VA) RB3-1-S-027A-11C RB3-1-S-240A-15C RB3-1-S-040A-11C RB3-1-S-302A-15C RB3-1-S-052A-12C RB3-1-S-361A-16C RB3-1-S-065A-12C RB3-1-S-414A-17C...
Altitude Derating Altitude Derating Benshaw's starters are capable of operating at altitudes up to 3,300 feet (1000 meters) without requiring altitude derating. Table 12 provides the derating percentage to be considered when using a starter above 3,300 feet (1000 meters).
3 - INSTALLATION Before You Start Before You Start 3.1.1 Installation Precautions Inspection Before storing or installing the RediStart MX Series Starter, thoroughly inspect the device for possible shipping damage. Upon receipt: • Remove the starter from its package and inspect exterior for shipping damage. If damage is apparent, notify the shipping agent and your sales representative.
The installation site must adhere to the applicable starter NEMA/CEMA rating. For optimal performance, the installation site must meet the appropriate environmental and altitude requirements. 3.2.2 EMC Installation Guidelines In order to help our customers comply with European electromagnetic compatibility standards, Benshaw Inc. has General developed the following guidelines. Attention This product has been designed for Class A equipment.
The starter produces 4 watts of heat per amp of current and 26 square inches of enclosure surface is required per watt of heat generation. Contact Benshaw and ask for the enclosure sizing technical note for more information concerning starters in sealed enclosures. Benshaw supplies starters under 124 amps non-bypassed, with the heat sink protruding from the back of the enclosure.
3 - INSTALLATION Wiring Considerations Wiring Considerations 3.4.1 Wiring Practices When making power and control signal connections, the following should be observed: • Never connect input AC power to the motor output terminals T1/U, T2/V, or T3/W. • Power wiring to the motor must have the maximum possible separation from all other wiring. Do not run control wiring in the same conduit;...
3 - INSTALLATION Power and Control Drawings for Bypassed and Non Bypassed Power Stacks Power and Control drawings for Bypassed and Non Bypassed Power Stacks Figure 9: Power Schematic for RB3 Low HP BIPC-400100-01 MX3 CARD ASSEMBLY CONSISTS OF BIPC-300055-03 (TOP) &...
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3 - INSTALLATION Figure 10: Power Schematic for RB3 High HP BIPC-400100-01 MX3 CARD ASSEMBLY CONSISTS OF BIPC-300055-03 (TOP) & BIPC-300034-02 (BOTTOM) stop START menu reset enter Starters...
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3 - INSTALLATION Figure 11: Power Schematic for RC3 BIPC-400100-01 MX3 CARD ASSEMBLY CONSISTS OF BIPC-300055-03 (TOP) & BIPC-300034-02 (BOTTOM) stop START menu reset enter Starters...
The standard starter can operate a motor with a maximum of 2000 feet of properly sized cable between the “T” leads of the starter and that of the motor. For wire runs greater than 2000 feet contact Benshaw Inc. for application assistance. If shielded cable is used, consult...
3 - INSTALLATION 3.6.5 Compression Lugs The following is a list of the recommended crimp-on wire connectors manufactured by Penn-Union Corp. for copper wire. Table 14: Single Hole Compression Lugs Wire Size Part # Wire Size Part # BLU-1/0S20 500 MCM BLU-050S2 BLU-2/0S4 600 MCM...
3 - INSTALLATION 3.6.6 Torque Requirements for Power Wiring Terminations Table 16: Slotted Screws and Hex Bolts Tightening torque, pound-inches (N-m) Wire size installed in conductor Hexagonal head-external drive socket Slotted head NO. 10 and larger wrench Slot width-0.047 inch Slot width-over 0.047 (1.2mm) or less and inch (1.2mm) or slot...
3 - INSTALLATION 3.7.3 Zero Sequence Ground Fault Current Transformer The Zero Sequence Ground Fault CT can be installed over the three phase conductors for sensitive ground current detection or for use with high resistance grounded systems. Figure 13: BICT 2000/1-6 Mechanical Dimensions The correct installation of the current transformer on the motor leads is important.
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3 - INSTALLATION Figure 15: Zero Sequence CT Installation Using Shielded Cable LUGS TO LOAD TERMINALS ON STARTER STRESS CONES GROUND GROUND WIRE MUST PASS THROUGH CT WINDOW 50:0.025 CORE CORE BALANCE BALANCE CT CT SECONDARY CONNECTION TO ³ J15 ON MX CARD GROUND ON STARTER POWER CABLE...
3 - INSTALLATION Control Card Layout Control Card Layout Figure 16: Control Card Layout 120 VAC Stack In (Benshaw Only) Unfused 120 VAC Out Stack Control Control Power 120 VAC SCR 1 Auxiliary Relays SCR 4 I/O 10-12 SCR 2...
3 - INSTALLATION 3.10 Terminal Block Layout Figure 18: Terminal Block Layout Remote RTD Module(s) RJ45 Socket Auxiliary Power Relay 120VAC Outputs Control R4 to R6 Phase Power Connector Input Digital Relay Inputs Outputs DI4 to DI8 R1 to R3 MOT PTC Motor Digital...
3 - INSTALLATION Control Wiring 3.11 Control Wiring 3.11.1 Control Power The 120VAC control power is supplied to TB1. The connections are as follows: 1 - Ground 2 - Neutral 3 - Neutral 4 - Line (120VAC) 5 - Line (120VAC) Figure 19: Control Power Wiring Example 120VAC NEUTRAL 120VAC LIVE...
3 - INSTALLATION 3.11.3 Digital Input TB3 is for digital inputs Start, DI1, DI2 and DI3. These digital inputs use 120VAC. These digital inputs connect as follows: 1 - Start: Start Input 2 - DI1: Digital Input 1 3 - DI2: Digital Input 2 4 - DI3: Digital Input 3 5 - Com: 120VAC neutral Terminal block J6 is for digital inputs DI4 to DI8.
3 - INSTALLATION 3.11.4 Analog Input The analog input can be configured for voltage or current loop. The input is shipped in the voltage loop configuration unless specified in a custom configuration. Below TB5 is SW1-1. When the switch is in the on position, the input is current loop. When off, it is a voltage input.
RTD Module Connector Connector J1 is for the connection of Benshaw Remote RTD Modules. These modules can be mounted at the motor to reduce the length of the RTD leads. The connector is a standard RJ-45. The wires connect as follows;...
3 - INSTALLATION Remote LCD Keypad/Display 3.12 Remote LCD Keypad/Display The display has a NEMA 13 / IP65 service rating. The display is available in 2 versions, a small display as P/N KPMX3SLCD and large display as P/N KPMX3LLCD. 3.12.1 Remote Display The LCD keypad is mounted remotely from the MX Control via a straight through display cable which connects between the MX...
This eliminates long RTD wire lengths which save time and money on installation and wiring. The Benshaw Remote RTD Module is designed to mount on industry standard 35mm wide by 7.5mm deep DIN rail.
3 - INSTALLATION 3.13.4 RS-485 Communication The RS-485 communications wiring should use shielded twisted pair cable. The shield should only be terminated at one end. The connections are as follows: MX RJ45 Module Description pin 5 A(-) RS-485 negative communications connection. pin 4 B(+) RS-485 positive communications connection.
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION Introduction Introduction The MX has a 2x16 character, back-lit LCD display/keypad that may be mounted remotely from the MX control card. The remote LCD keypad has menu, enter, up, down, left, start and stop/reset keys. The display has keys such as [START], [STOP], and a [LEFT] arrow for moving the cursor around in the LCD display. Status indicators provide additional information for the starter operation.
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION Description of the Keys on the Remote LCD Keypad Description of the Keys on the Remote LCD Keypad Table 19: Function of the Keys on the LCD Keypad Function • This key causes the starter to begin the start sequence. The direction is dependent on wiring and phase selection.
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION Alphanumeric Display Alphanumeric Display The remote LCD keypad and display uses a 32-character alphanumeric LCD display. All starter functions can be accessed by the keypad. The keypad allows easy access to starter programming with parameter descriptions on the LCD display. 4.4.1 Power Up Screen On power up, the MX and I/O software part numbers are displayed for five seconds.
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION Table 21: Operate Screen Section B Display Description Stopped Starter is stopped and no Faults Fault Starter tripped on a Fault Heater Starter is on and heating motor Kick Starter is applying kick current to the motor Accel Starter is accelerating the load Kick 2...
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION 4.4.4 Meter Pages Although any meter may be viewed by changing the two meter parameters (FUN 01, FUN 02), there are 19 “Meter Pages” that are easily accessed to view all of the meter information. These meter pages are scrolled through by pressing the [UP] or [DOWN] down arrows from the operate screen.
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION 4.4.5 Fault Log Screen Information regarding each fault is available through the remote MX LCD display. FL#:Fault## NNNNNNNNNNNNN FL _: = Fault Log Number. FL1 is the most recent fault and FL9 is the oldest fault. Fault _ _ = Fault Code NNN…...
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION Pressing [ENTER] gives the starter state condition at the time of event. Press [ENTER] again to give you the time of the event. Press [ENTER] again to give you the date that the event occurred. z NOTE: After pressing [ENTER] you can shift through all the different starter states, times and dates by using the [UP] and [DOWN] arrows.
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION The short lockout is displayed when the RTD module senses a shorted RTD. RTD Lockout RTD##= Sort z NOTE: XX:XX is the time remaining until the lockout releases. 4.4.9 Alarm Screen When an alarm is present, the word “Alarm” is displayed on the operate screen. Pressing the [ENTER] key displays more information about the alarm.
4 - KEYPAD OPERATION Jump Code Jump Code At the beginning of each parameter group, there is a Jump Code parameter. By changing the value of this parameter and pressing [ENTER], you can jump directly to any parameter within that group. Restoring Factory Parameter Settings Restoring Factory Parameter Settings Go to the FUN group by pressing [MENU].
5 - PARAMETER GROUPS Introduction Introduction The MX incorporates a number of parameters that allow you to configure the starter to meet the special requirements of your particular application. The parameters are divided into groups of related functionality, and within the groups the parameters are identified by a short, descriptive name.
5 - PARAMETER GROUPS 5.2.2 Control Function Group Group Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page CFN 00 Jump Code Jump to Parameter 1 to 27 Voltage Ramp Current Ramp Current CFN 01 Start Mode Start Mode TT Ramp Ramp Power Ramp Tach Ramp CFN 02...
5 - PARAMETER GROUPS 5.2.3 Protection Group Group Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page PFN 00 Jump Code Jump to parameter 1 - 35 PFN 01 Over Cur Lvl Over Current Trip Level Off, 50 - 800 %FLA PFN 02 Over Cur Time Over Current Trip Delay Time Off, 0.1 - 90.0...
5 - PARAMETER GROUPS 5.2.4 I/O Group Group Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page I/O 00 Jump Code Jump to parameter 1 to 27 I/O 01 DI 1 Config Digital Input #1 Configuration Slow Spd Fwd Stop Stop Slow Spd Rev I/O 02 DI 2 Config Digital Input #2 Configuration...
5 - PARAMETER GROUPS 5.2.6 Function Group Group Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page FUN 00 Jump Code Jump to Parameter 1 to 24 Ave Current L1 Current L2 Current L3 Current Curr Imbal Ground Fault FUN 01 Meter 1 Meter 1 Ave Current Ave Volts...
5 - PARAMETER GROUPS Group Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page FUN 09 Energy Saver Energy Saver Off, On Seconds FUN 10 PORT Flt Tim P.O.R.T. Fault Time Off, 0.1 - 90.0 Seconds FUN 11 PORT Byp Tim P.O.R.T. Bypass Hold Time Off, 0.1 - 5.0 Seconds Voltage Ramp, Fast...
6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Parameter Descriptions Parameter Descriptions The detailed parameter descriptions in this chapter are organized in the same order as they appear on the LCD display. Each parameter has a detailed description that is displayed with the following format. Parameter Name MMM__ LCD Display...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Motor Service Factor QST 02 LCD Display: QST: Motor SF 1.15 Range 1.00 – 1.99 (Default 1.15) Description The Motor Service Factor parameter should be set to the service factor of the motor. The service factor is used for the overload calculations.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Local Source QST 04 LCD Display QST: Local Src 04 Terminal Range Description Keypad The start/stop control is from the keypad. Terminal The start/stop control is from the terminal strip inputs. (Default) Serial The start/stop Fault High control is from the network. The MX can have three sources of start and stop control;...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Figure 33: Local Remote Source Local Source · Keypad Local/Remote Input, DI1 - DI8, configured by Parameter I/O 01 - I/O 08 Modbus Starter Control Register Local/Remote Bit See Also Local Source parameter (QST04) on page 74. Digital Input Configuration parameters (I/O 01 - 08) on page 111.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Maximum Current 1 QST 07 LCD Display QST: Max Cur 1 600% Range 100 – 800 % of FLA (Default 600%) Description The Maximum Current 1 parameter is set as a percentage of the Motor FLA (QST01) parameter setting. This parameter performs two functions.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Up To Speed Time QST 09 LCD Display QST: UTS Time 20sec Range 1 – 300 seconds (Default 20) Description The Up To Speed Time parameter sets the maximum acceleration time to full speed that the motor can take. A stalled motor condition is detected if the motor does not get up-to-speed before the up-to-speed timer expires.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Start Mode CFN 01 LCD Display CFN: Start Mode 01 Current Ramp Range Description Voltage Ramp Open Loop Voltage acceleration ramp. Current Ramp Current control acceleration ramp. (Default) TT Ramp TruTorque control acceleration ramp. Power Ramp Power (kW) control acceleration ramp.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description The Ramp Time 1 parameter is the time it takes for the starter to allow the current, voltage, torque or power (depending on the start mode) to go from its initial to the maximum value. To make the motor accelerate faster, decrease the ramp time.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description The Maximum Current 1 parameter is set as a percentage of the Motor FLA (QST01) parameter setting and performs two functions. It sets the current level for the end of the ramp profile. It also sets the maximum current that is allowed to reach the motor after the ramp is completed.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description The Maximum Current 2 parameter is set as a percentage of the Motor FLA (QST01) parameter setting, when the second ramp is active. Refer to the Maximum Current 1 (CFN 04) for description of operation. See Also Maximum Current 1 (CFN04) on page 79.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description Start Mode (CFN01) set to Open Loop Voltage Acceleration: Not used when the Start Mode parameter is set to open-loop voltage acceleration. When in open loop voltage acceleration mode, the final voltage ramp value is always 100% or full voltage. Start Mode (CFN01) set to Current Control Acceleration: Not used when the Start Mode parameter is set to current control acceleration mode.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Acceleration Ramp Profile CFN 10 LCD Display CFN: Accel Prof 10 Linear Range Linear (Default) Square S-Curve Linear – The linear profile linearly increases the control reference (voltage, current, torque, power, speed) Description from the initial acceleration ramp value to the final acceleration ramp value. The linear profile is the default profile and is recommended for most acceleration and deceleration situations.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Kick Level 1 CFN 11 LCD Display CFN: Kick Lvl 1 Range Off, 100 – 800% of FLA (Default Off) Description The Kick Level 1 parameter sets the current level that precedes any ramp when a start is first commanded. The kick current is only useful on motor loads that are hard to get rotating but then are much easier to move once they are rotating.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Kick Level 2 CFN 13 LCD Display CFN: Kick Lvl 2 Range Off, 100 – 800% of FLA (Default Off) Description The Kick Level 2 parameter sets the current level that precedes any ramp when a start is first commanded when the second ramp is active.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description Coast: A coast to stop should be used when no special stopping requirements are necessary; Example: crushers, balls mills, centrifuges, belts, conveyor. The bypass contactor is opened before the SCRs stop gating to reduce wear on the contactor contacts. Voltage Decel: In this mode, the starter linearly phases-back the SCRs based on the parameters Decel Begin Level, Decel End Level, and Decel Time.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION See Also Stop Mode parameter (CFN15) on page 85. Decel End Level parameter (CFN17) on page 87. Decel Time parameter (CFN18) on page 87. Controlled Fault Stop Enable parameter (PFN25) on page 103. Rated Power Factor parameter (FUN06) on page 127. Theory of Operation section 7.4, Deceleration Control on page 157.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description The Decel Time parameter sets the time that the deceleration profile is applied to the motor and sets the slope of the deceleration ramp profile. When in voltage decel mode, this time sets the time to ramp from the initial decel level to the final decel level.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION 2. Once this function is enabled, a relay output configuration ( I/O 10 - 15) must be used to control the DC brake contactor or 7th SCR gate drive card during braking. It is recommended to use Relay R3 - (I/O12) because it is a higher rated relay. z NOTE: Standard duty braking - For load inertia's less than 6 x motor inertia.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description When the Stop Mode (CFN15) is set to "DC brake", the DC Brake Delay time is the time delay between when a stop is commanded and the DC braking current is applied to the motor. This delay allows the residual magnetic field and motor counter EMF to decay before applying the DC braking current.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Slow Speed Time Limit CFN 25 LCD Display CFN: SSpd Timer 10sec Range Off, 1 – 900 Seconds (Default 10) Description The Slow Speed Time Limit parameter sets the amount of time that continuous operation of slow speed may take place.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Slow Speed Kick Time CFN 27 LCD Display CFN:SSpd Kick T 1.0sec Range 0.1 – 10.0 seconds (Default 1.0) Description The Slow Speed Kick Time parameter sets the length of time that the Slow Speed Kick current level (CFN26) is applied to the motor at the beginning of slow speed operation.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description If the MX detects a one cycle, average current that is greater than the level defined, an over current alarm condition exists and any relays programmed as alarm will energize. The over current timer starts a delay time. If the over current still exists when the delay timer expires, the starter Over Current Trips (F31) any relay programmed as fault relay changes state.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description If the MX detects a one cycle, average current that is less than the level defined, an under current alarm condition exists and any relays programmed as alarm will energize. The under current timer starts a delay time.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description The Current Imbalance Trip Level parameter sets the imbalance that is allowed before the starter shuts down. The current imbalance must exist for the Current Imbalance Delay Trip Time (PFN06) before a fault occurs. At average currents less than or equal to full load current (FLA), the current imbalance is calculated as the percentage difference between the phase current that has the maximum deviation from the average current (Imax) and the FLA current.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Residual Ground Fault Trip Level PFN 07 LCD Display PFN:Resid GF Lvl Off, 5 – 100 % FLA (Default Off) Range The Residual Ground Fault Trip Level parameter sets a ground fault current trip or indicate level that can be Description used to protect the system from a ground fault condition.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Zero Sequence Ground Fault Trip Level PFN 08 LCD Display PFN: ZS GF Lvl Range Off, 1.0 – 25.0 amps (Default Off) Description The Zero Sequence Ground Fault Trip Level parameter sets a ground fault current trip or alarm level that can be used to protect the system from a ground fault condition.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Ground Fault Trip Time PFN 09 LCD Display PFN:Gnd Flt Time 3.0 sec Range 0.1 – 90.0 seconds (Default 3.0) Description The Ground Fault Trip Time parameter can be set from 0.1 to 90.0 seconds in 0.1 second intervals. See Also Residual Ground Fault Trip Level (PFN07) on page 96.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Under Voltage Trip Level PFN 11 LCD Display PFN:Undr Vlt Lvl Range Off, 1 – 40 % (Default Off) Description If the MX detects a one cycle input phase voltage that is below the under voltage level, the over/under voltage alarm is shown and the voltage trip timer begins counting.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Phase Loss Trip Time PFN 13 LCD Display PFN:Ph Loss Time 0.2 sec Range 0.1 – 5.0 seconds (Default 0.2) Description The Phase Loss Trip Time parameter sets the delay time on Fault 27: "Phase Loss." This fault detects a loss of proper phase timing even when the phasing remains valid;...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Frequency Trip Time PFN 16 LCD Display PFN:Frq Trip Tim 0.1 sec Range 0.1 – 90.0 seconds (Default 0.1) Description The Frequency Trip Time parameter sets the time that the line frequency must go above the Over Frequency Trip Level (PFN14) or below the Under Frequency Trip Level (PFN15) parameter before a high or low frequency fault will occur.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION See Also Power Factor Lead Trip Level (PFN17) on page 101. Power Factor Lag Trip Level (PFN18) on page 101. Backspin Timer PFN 20 LCD Display PFN:Backspin Tim Range Off, 1 – 180 minutes (Default Off) Description The Backspin Timer parameter sets the minimum time between a stop and the next allowed start.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description The Auto Fault Reset Time parameter sets the time delay before the starter will automatically reset a fault. For the list of faults that may be auto reset, refer to Appendix B - Fault Codes. z NOTE: A start command needs to be initiated once the timer resets the fault.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Speed Switch Trip Time PFN 26 LCD Display PFN:Speed Sw Tim Range Off, 1 – 250 seconds (Default Off) Description When using the Speed Switch Trip Time protection, the starter will start monitoring the zero speed input as soon as a run command is given and will recognize a stalled motor if the zero speed time has elapsed before the zero speed signal is removed.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Independent Starting/Running Overload PFN 28 LCD Display PFN:Indep S/R OL Range Off – On (Default Off) Description If “Off” When this parameter is “Off” the overload defined by the Motor Running Overload Class parameter (QST03) is active in all states. If “On”...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Motor Starting Overload Class PFN 29 LCD Display PFN:Starting OL Range Off, 1 – 40 (Default 10) Description The Motor Starting Overload Class parameter sets the class of the electronic overload when starting. The starter stores the thermal overload value as a percentage value between 0 and 100%, with 0% representing a “cold”...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION See Also Independent Starting/Running Overload parameter (PFN28) on page 105. Motor Starting Overload Class parameter (PFN29) on page 106. Motor Overload Hot/Cold Ratio parameter (PFN31) on page 107. Motor Overload Cooling Time parameter (PFN32) on page 108. Relay Output Configuration parameter (I/O 10-15) on page 112.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Motor Overload Cooling Time PFN 32 LCD Display PFN:OL Cool Tim 30.0 min Range 1.0 – 999.9 minutes (Default 30.0) Description The Motor Overload Cooling Time parameter is the time to cool from 100% to less than (<) 1%. When the motor is stopped, the overload content reduces exponentially based on Motor Overload Cooling Time parameter.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Motor OL Lockout Level PFN 34 LCD Display PFN:OL Lock Lvl 15 % Range 1 – 99% (Default 15%) Description After tripping on an overload, restarting is prevented and the starter is "locked out" until the accumulated motor overload content has cooled below the programmed motor OL Lockout Level.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Motor OL Auto Lockout Level PFN 35 LCD Display PFN:OL Lock Calc Range Off, Auto (Default Off) Description The MX has the capability to automatically calculate a motor OL lockout release level. This level shall be calculated so that the OL lockout is cleared when there is enough OL content available to start the motor without tripping the OL.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Digital Input Configuration I/O 01 - I/O 08 LCD Display I/O:DI 1 Config I/O:DI 2 Config I/O:DI 3 Config 01 Stop 02 Off 03 Off I/O:DI 4 Config I/O:DI 5 Config I/O:DI 6 Config 04 Off 05 Off 06 Off I/O:DI 7 Config...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Digital Fault Input Trip Time I/O 09 LCD Display I/O:Din Trp Time 0.1 sec Range 0.1 – 90.0 Seconds (Default 0.1) Description: The Digital Fault Input Trip Time parameter sets the length of time the digital input must be high or low before a trip occurs.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION See Also Up To Speed Time parameter (QST09) on page 78. Over Current Level parameter (PFN01) on page 92. Under Current Level parameter (PFN03) on page 93. Residual Ground Fault Level parameter (PFN07) on page 96. Inline Configuration parameter (I/O24) on page 118.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Analog Input Trip Level I/O 17 LCD Display I/O:Ain Trp Lvl 50 % Range 0 – 100% (Default 50%) Description The Analog Input Trip Level parameter sets the analog input trip or fault level. This feature can be used to detect an open 4-20mA loop by setting the Analog Input Trip Type (I/O16) parameter to "Low"...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Analog Input Span I/O 19 LCD Display I/O: Ain Span 100 % Range 1 – 100% (Default 100%) Description The analog input can be scaled using the Analog Input Span parameter. Examples: For a 0-10V input or 0-20mA input, a 100% Analog Input Span setting results in a 0% input reading with a 0V input and a 100% input reading with a 10V input.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Analog Input Offset I/O 20 LCD Display I/O: Ain Offset Range 0 – 99% (Default 0%) Description The analog input can be offset so that a 0% reading can occur when a non-zero input signal is being applied. Example: Input level of 2V (4mA) =>...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Analog Output Span I/O 22 LCD Display I/O: Aout Span 100 % Range 1 – 125% (Default 100%) Description The analog output signal can be scaled using the Analog Output Span parameter. For a 0-10V output or 0-20mA output, a 100% scaling outputs the maximum voltage (10V) or current (20mA) when the selected output function requests 100% output.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Analog Output Offset I/O 23 LCD Display I/O:Aout Offset Range 0 – 99% (Default 0%) Description The analog output signal can be offset using the Analog Output Offset parameter. A 50% offset outputs a 50% output (5V in the 10V case) when 0% is commanded. If the selected variable requests 100% output, the span should be reduced to (100 minus offset) so that a 100% output request causes a 100% output voltage (x% offset + (100-x)%span)=100%.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION See Also Digital Input Configuration parameters (I/O 01-08) on page 111. Theory of Operation section 7.8, Wye-Delta Operation on page 168. Keypad Stop Disable I/O 26 LCD Display I/O:Keypad Stop 26 Enabled Description Range Disabled Keypad Stop does not stop the starter. Enabled Keypad Stop does stop the starter.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Jump to Parameter RTD 00 LCD Display RTD: Jump Code Description By changing the value of this parameter and pressing [ENTER], you can jump directly to any parameter within the group. RTD Module #1 Address RTD 01 LCD Display RTD:RTDMod1 Addr Range...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description Each of the 16 available RTD input channels has a parameter to assign that RTD channel to a grouping. z NOTE: RTD 1 – 8 is on module 1. RTD 9 – 16 is on module 2. Stator Alarm Level RTD 19 LCD Display...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Stator Trip Level RTD 22 LCD Display RTD:Stator Trip 200 C Range 1 – 200 C (Default 200 Description This parameter sets the stator trip temperature when a trip will occur. Fault delay time is 1 second. Bearing Trip Level RTD 23 LCD Display...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION RTD Voting RTD 25 LCD Display RTD: RTD Voting 25 Disabled Range Disabled, Enabled (Default Disabled) Description RTD Trip voting can be enabled for extra reliability in the event of a RTD malfunction. When RTD voting is enabled, two (2) RTDs in one assigned group will need to exceed their trip temperature before a fault is declared.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION RTD Bias Minimum Level RTD 27 LCD Display RTD:RTD Bias Min 40 C Range 0 – 198 C (Default 40 Description Typically set to ambient conditions. (40 See Also RTD Biasing OL group in section 7.1.7 on page 143. RTD Bias Midpoint Level RTD 28 LCD Display...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Jump to Parameter FUN 00 LCD Display FUN: Jump Code Description By changing the value of this parameter and pressing [ENTER], you can jump directly to any parameter within the group. Meter FUN 01, 02 LCD Display FUN: Meter 1 FUN: Meter 2 01 AveCurrent...
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The CT Ratio parameter must be set to match the CTs (current transformers) supplied with the starter. This allows the starter to properly calculate the current supplied to the motor. Only Benshaw supplied CTs can be used on the starter. The CTs are custom 0.2 amp secondary CTs specifically designed for use on the MX starter.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION See Also Over Voltage Level parameter (PFN10) on page 98. Under Voltage Level parameter (PFN11) on page 99. Voltage Trip Time parameter (PFN12) on page 99. Meter parameter (FUN01, FUN02) on page 125. Motor Rated Power Factor FUN 06 LCD Display FUN: Motor PF...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Starter Type FUN 07 LCD Display FUN:Starter Type 07 Normal Description Range Normal Normal Reduced Voltage Soft Starter RVSS. (Default) Inside Delta Inside Delta, RVSS. Wye-Delta Wye Delta. Phase Ctl Open Loop Phase control using external analog input reference. Curr Follow Closed Loop Current follower using external analog input reference.
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If the load on the motor increases, the starter immediately returns the output of the starter to full voltage. z NOTE: This function does not operate if a bypass contactor is used. z NOTE: In general, Energy Saver can save approximately 1000 watts per 100 HP. Consult Benshaw for further detail. P.O.R.T. Fault Time...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION P.O.R.T. Bypass Hold Time FUN 11 LCD Display FUN:PORT Byp Tim Range Off, 0.1 – 5.0 seconds (Default Off) Description When a power outage event is detected and the PORT Bypass Hold Timer is enabled, the starter will hold the Bypass contactor in for a user selectable amount of time.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Description The Tachometer Loss Time is the allowable time the starter will operate when a tachometer signal is lost. If the signal is lost, the starter will perform the action set by the Tach Loss Action parameter. zNOTE: Nuisance tachometer loss faults at start can be prevented by setting the initial current parameter to a value that allows the motor to begin rotating soon after a start is commanded.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION See Also Local Source parameter (QST04) on page 74. Remote Source parameter (QST05) on page 74. Communication Address parameter (FUN16) on page 131. Communication Timeout parameter (FUN18) on page 132. Communication Byte Framing parameter (FUN19) on page 132. Communication Timeout FUN 18 LCD Display...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Software Version 2 FUN 21 LCD Display FUN: Software 2 21 810024-01-01 Description This parameter shows the software version 2. The software version is also displayed on power up. Miscellaneous Commands FUN 22 LCD Display FUN:Misc Command 22 None Description Range...
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Time and Date Format FUN 23 LCD Display FUN: T/D Format 23 mm/dd/yy 12h Range mm/dd/yy 12h mm/dd/yy 24h yy/mm/dd 12h yy/mm/dd 24h dd/mm/yy 12h dd/mm/yy 24h Description Sets the date display format and 12 hour or 24 hour time display. z NOTE: The system clock does not recognize daylight savings time.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION Passcode FUN 26 LCD Display FUN: Passcode Description The MX provides a means of locking parameter values so that they may not be changed. Once locked, the parameters values may be viewed on the display, but any attempt to change their values by pressing the [UP] or [DOWN] keys is ignored.
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6 - PARAMETER DESCRIPTION LCD Display The first screen displayed in the event recorder gives the starter state on the second line of the screen. See below; E01: Event #?? Stop Complete Pressing [ENTER] will now display the starter state at the time of the event on the bottom line of the screen. See below;...
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Motor Overload Solid State Motor Overload Protection 7.1.1 Overview The MX contains an advanced I t electronic motor overload (OL) protection function. For optimal motor protection, the MX has forty standard NEMA style overload curves (in steps of one) available for use. Separate overload classes can be programmed for acceleration and for normal running operation and individually or completely disabled if necessary.
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RB3 horsepower rating tables in chapter 2 for the specific RB3 overload capabilities. Also, in certain heavy duty DC braking applications, the overload settings may be limited to protect the motor from potential damage during braking. Visit the web at www.benshaw.com for an automated overload calculator.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.1.3 Motor Overload Operation Overload Heating When the motor is operating in the overloaded condition (motor current greater than FLAxSF), the motor overload content accumulates based on the starter’s operating mode at a rate established by the overload protection class chosen. The accumulated overload content can be viewed on the display or over the communications network.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.1.5 Harmonic Compensation The MX motor overload calculation automatically compensates for the additional motor heating that can result from the presence of harmonics. Harmonics can be generated by other loads connected to the supply such as DC drives, AC variable frequency drives, arc lighting, uninterruptible power supplies, and other similar loads.
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7 - THEORY OF OPERATION The following diagram illustrates how the current and the Motor Overload Hot/Cold Ratio (PFN31) parameter determine the steady state overload content. It assumes there is no current imbalance. Figure 36: Motor Overload H/C Ratio Example 100%FLA Motor 50%FLA...
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.1.7 RTD Overload Biasing The RTD biasing calculates a motor thermal value based on the highest stator RTD measurement. The motor thermal overload content is set to this calculated value if this calculated value is higher than the motor thermal overload content. The RTD biasing is calculated as follows: Max measured stator RTD temp <...
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.1.8 Overload Auto Lockout This feature prevents an overload trip during the motor start due to insufficient thermal capacity. It will automatically calculate the overload content required to start the motor. It will lockout the starter if there is not enough overload content available. The release value calculated is based on OL content used for the past four (4) successful motor starts.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.1.10 Motor Cooling While Stopped The Motor Overload Cooling Time (PFN32) parameter is used to adjust the cooling rate of the motor overload. When the motor is stopped and cooling, the accumulated motor overload content is reduced in an exponential manner. CoolingTim Content Content wh...
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION If the motor manufacturer does not specify the motor cooling time, the following approximations for standard TEFC cast iron motors based on frame size can be used: Frame Size Cooling Time 30 min 60 min 90 min 400/440 120 min...
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Motor Service Factor Motor Service Factor General The Motor Service Factor (QST02) parameter should be set to the service factor of the motor. The service factor is used to determine the "pick up" point for the overload calculations. If the service factor of the motor is not known then the service factor should be set to 1.00.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Acceleration Control Acceleration Control 7.3.1 Current Ramp Settings, Ramps and Times General The current ramp sets how the motor accelerates. The current ramp is a linear increase in current from the initial setting to the maximum setting. The ramp time sets the speed of this linear current increase. The following figure shows the relationships of these different ramp settings.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Ramp Time The ramp time is the time it takes for the current to go from the initial current to the maximum current. To make the motor accelerate faster, decrease the ramp time. To make the motor accelerate slower, increase the ramp time.
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7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Initial Torque This parameter (CFN08) sets the initial torque level that the motor produces at the beginning of the starting ramp profile. A typical value is 10% to 20%. If the motor starts too quickly or the initial motor torque is too high, reduce this parameter.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.3.4 Power Control Acceleration Settings and Times Power control is a closed loop power based acceleration control. The primary purpose of Power controlled General acceleration is to control and limit the power (kW) drawn from the power system and to reduce the power surge that may occur as an AC induction motor comes up to speed.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION z NOTE: Depending on loading, the motor may achieve full speed at any time during the Power ramp. This means that the Maximum Power level may not be reached. Therefore, the maximum power level is the maximum power level that is permitted.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION UTS Timer When the start mode is set to open-loop voltage ramp acceleration, the UTS Timer acts as an acceleration kick. When the UTS timer expires, full voltage is applied to the motor. This feature can be used to reduce motor surging that may occur near the end of an open loop voltage ramp start.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.3.7 Dual Acceleration Ramp Control Two independent current ramps and kick currents may be programmed. The use of two different starting General profiles can be very useful with applications that have varying starting loads such as conveyors that can start either loaded or unloaded.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.3.8 Acceleration Ramp Selection Current Ramp 2 and Kick Current 2 starting profiles are selected by programming a digital input to the Ramp Select function and then energizing that input by applying 120 Volts to it. When a digital input is programmed to Ramp Select, but de-energized, Current Ramp 1 and Kick Current 1 are selected.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.3.9 Changing Ramp Profiles The selected ramp profile may be changed during starting by changing the Ramp Select input. When the Ramp Select input changes during ramping, control switches to the other profile as if it were already in progress.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Deceleration Control Deceleration Control 7.4.1 Voltage Control Deceleration Overview The deceleration control on the MX uses an open loop voltage ramp. The MX ramps the voltage down to decelerate the motor. The curve shows the motor voltage versus the decel setting. Figure 45: Motor Voltage Versus Decel Level This sets the starting voltage of the deceleration ramp.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.4.2 TruTorque Deceleration TruTorque deceleration control is a closed loop deceleration control. This allows TruTorque deceleration to Overview be more consistent in cases of changing line voltage levels and varying motor load conditions. TruTorque deceleration is best suited to pumping and compressor applications where pressure surges, such as water hammer, must be eliminated.
(very stiff) or in special instances when more precise braking current control is required. The appropriate brake type and feedback method is preset from the factory. Please consult Benshaw for more information if changes need to be made.
When Braking, the stop must be counted as another motor start when looking at the motor starts per hour limit. z NOTE: Semi-Conductor Fuse and 7th SCR supplied by Benshaw. 7.5.3 Braking Output Relay To utilize DC injection braking, one of the user output Relays needs to be programmed as a Braking relay.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.5.5 DC Injection Brake Wiring Example Figure 47: DC Injection Brake Wiring Example BIPC-400100-01 MX3 CARD ASSEMBLY CONSISTS OF BIPC-300055-03 (TOP) & BIPC-300034-02 (BOTTOM) stop menu START reset enter Starters...
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.5.6 DC Brake Timing The MX DC injection brake timing is shown below: Figure 48: DC Injection Brake Timing DC Brake Delay Time DC Brake Delay after Time DC Brake Brake Relay On Braking Relay Energized Brake Relay Off DC Injection On Starter SCRs On, DC Current Applied...
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Once DC Braking is stopped due to a digital input state change, no further DC braking will take place and the starter will return to the idle state. 7.5.8 Use of Optional Hall Effect Current Sensor The Hall Effect Current Sensor should be located on Phase 1 of the motor output wiring.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.5.9 DC Injection Braking Parameters The DC Brake Level parameter sets the level of DC current applied to the motor during braking. The desired Brake Level: brake level is determined by the combination of the system inertia, system friction, and the desired braking time.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.6.2 Slow Speed Cyclo Converter Parameters The Slow Speed parameter selects the speed of motor operation when slow speed is selected. When set to Slow Speed: "Off", slow speed operation is disabled. Slow Speed Current Level: The Slow Speed Current Level parameter selects the level of current applied to the motor during slow speed operation.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Inside Delta Connected Starter Inside Delta Connected Starter There are differences between a line connected soft starter as shown in Figure 49 and the inside delta connected soft starter as shown in Figure 50 that need to be considered. By observation of Figure 50, access to all six stator-winding terminals is required for an inside delta application.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.7.2 Inside Delta Connected Starter An inside delta connected soft starter is shown in Figure 50, where the power poles are connected in series with the stator windings of a delta connected motor. Figure 50: Typical Inside Delta Motor Connection NOTE: Current Transformers MUST be installed to measure the full line current and never installed so they measure the current inside the delta connection.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Wye Delta Starter Wye Delta Starter When the Starter Type parameter is set to Wye-Delta, the MX is configured to operate an electro mechanical Wye-Delta (Star-Delta) starter. When in Wye-Delta mode, all MX motor and starter protective functions except bad SCR detection and power stack overload, are available to provide full motor and starter protection.
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7 - THEORY OF OPERATION The MX utilizes an intelligent Wye to Delta transition algorithm. During starting, if the measured motor current drops below 85% of FLA and more than 25% of the Up To Speed timer setting has elapsed, then a Wye to Delta transition occurs. The intelligent transition algorithm prevents unnecessarily long motor starts which reduces motor heating.
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7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Usually the MX intelligent Wye to Delta transition algorithm provides an optimal transition point that minimizes the transient current and torque surges that can occur. However, the Wye to Delta transition will occur when the Up To Speed Time parameter has expired. In order to reduce the current surge during the transition from Wye to Delta mode, the Up To Speed Time parameter should be adjusted so that the transition occurs as close to full speed as possible within the constraints of the load.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Across The Line Starter Across The Line (Full Voltage Starter) When the Starter Type parameter is set to ATL, the MX is configured to operate an electro mechanical full voltage or across-the-line (ATL) starter. In the ATL configuration, the MX assumes that the motor contactor (1M) is directly controlled by an output relay that is programmed to RUN.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Single Phase Soft Starter 7.10 Single Phase Soft Starter There are times a single phase motor may need to be started using a soft starter. This can be accomplished with any 3 phase starter with the following modifications to the starter.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Phase Control 7.11 Phase Control When the Starter Type parameter (FUN07) is set to Phase Control, the MX is configured to operate as a phase controller or voltage follower. This is an open loop control mode. When a start command is given, the RUN programmed relays energize. The firing angles of the SCRs are directly controlled based on voltage or current applied to the Analog Input.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.11.1 Phase Controller: Phase control can be used to directly control the voltage applied to motors, resistive heaters, etc. When in Phase Control mode, the phase angle of the SCRs, and hence the voltage applied, is directly controlled based on the analog input signal. The MX reference command can be generated from any 0-10V, 0-20mA or similar source, such as a potentiometer, another MX or an external controller such as a...
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Current Follower 7.12 Current Follower When the Starter Type parameter (FUN 07) is set to Current Follower, the MX is configured to operate as a Closed Loop current follower. Current Follower mode can be used to control the current applied to motors, resistive heaters, etc. The Current Follower mode uses the analog input to receive the desired current command and controls the SCRs to output the commanded current.
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Start/Stop Control with a Hand/Off/Auto Selector Switch 7.13 Start/Stop Control with a Hand/Off/Auto Selector Switch Often times, a switch is desired to select between local or “Hand” mode and remote or “Auto” mode. In most cases, local control is performed as 3-wire logic with a normally open, momentary contact Start pushbutton and a normally closed, momentary contact Stop pushbutton, while remote control is performed as 2-wire logic with a “Run Command”...
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION Remote Modbus Communications 7.15 Remote Modbus Communications The MX starter provides Modbus RTU to support remote communication. The communication interface is RS-485, and allows up to 247 slaves to be connected to one master (with repeaters when the number of drops exceeds 31).
7 - THEORY OF OPERATION 7.15.7 Wiring Figure 62 shows the wiring of TB4 to a Modbus-485 Network. If the starter is the end device in the network, a 120W, 1/4W terminating resistor may be required. Please refer to Figure 61 for wire and termination practices. Figure 62: TB4 Connector Figure 61: Modbus Network Wiring Example ³...
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Safety Precautions Safety Precautions For safety of maintenance personal as well as others who might be exposed to electrical hazards associated with maintenance activities, the safety related work practices of NFPA 70E, Part II, should always be followed when working on electrical equipment. Maintenance personnel must be trained in the safety practices, procedures, and requirements that pertain to their respective job assignments.
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE General Troubleshooting Charts General Troubleshooting Charts The following troubleshooting charts can be used to help solve many of the more common problems that may occur. 8.3.1 Motor does not start, no output to motor Condition Cause Solution Check for proper control voltage input.
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE 8.3.2 During starting, motor rotates but does not reach full speed Condition Cause Solution See fault code troubleshooting table for Fault Displayed. Fault Occurred. more details. Maximum Motor Current setting Review acceleration ramp settings. (QST07) set too low. Motor loading too high and/or current not dropping below 175% FLA indicating Reduce load on motor during starting.
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE 8.3.4 Starter not decelerating as desired Condition Cause Solution Decel Time (CFN18) set too short. Increase Decel Time. Motor stops too quickly. Decel Begin and End Levels (CFN16 and Increase Decel Begin and/or Decel CFN17) set improperly. End levels.
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE 8.3.6 Metering incorrect Condition Cause Solution Verify correct CT wiring and verify that the CTs are installed with all the White CTs installed or wired incorrectly. dots towards the input line side. Power Metering not reading correctly. CT1=L1 CT2=L2 CT3=L3 CT ratio parameter (FUN03) set Verify that the CT ratio parameter is set...
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE 8.3.7 Other Situations Condition Cause Solution If input phasing correct, exchange any two output wires. Motor Rotates in Wrong Direction. Phasing incorrect. If input phasing incorrect, exchange any two input wires. Shut off all power and check all Erratic Operation.
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Fault Code Table Fault Code Table The following is a list of possible faults that can be generated by the MX starter control. Fault Code Description Detailed Description of Fault / Possible Solutions Motor did not achieve full speed before the UTS timer (QST09) expired. Check motor for jammed or overloaded condition.
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8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Fault Code Description Detailed Description of Fault / Possible Solutions Input phase rotation is not ABC and Input Phase Sensitivity parameter (FUN04) is set to ABC only. Phase Rotation Error, not ABC Verify correct phase rotation of input power. Correct wiring if necessary. Verify correct setting of Input Phase Sensitivity parameter (FUN04).
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8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Fault Code Description Detailed Description of Fault / Possible Solutions Low voltage below the Under voltage Trip Level parameter setting (PFN11) was detected for longer than the Over/Under Voltage Trip delay time (PFN12). Verify that the actual input voltage level is correct. Low Line L3-L1 Verify that the Rated Voltage parameter (FUN05) is set correctly.
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8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Fault Code Description Detailed Description of Fault / Possible Solutions Motor current exceeded the Over Current Trip Level setting (PFN01) for longer than the Over Current Trip Delay Time setting (PFN02). Over current Check motor for a jammed or an overload condition. Motor current dropped under the Under Current Trip Level setting (PFN03) for longer than the Under Current Trip Delay time setting (PFN04).
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8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Fault Code Description Detailed Description of Fault / Possible Solutions Motor current was detected while the starter was not running. Examine starter for shorted SCRs. Current at Stop Examine bypass contactor (if present) to verify that it is open when starter is stopped.
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8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Fault Code Description Detailed Description of Fault / Possible Solutions The Build In Self Test was cancelled. The disconnect (if present) was closed during standard BIST testing. BIST Fault Line voltage and/or phase current was detected during standard BIST testing. During powered BIST testing the disconnect was opened during testing.
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8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Fault Code Description Detailed Description of Fault / Possible Solutions Communication between the two MX cards has been lost. Verify that both cards are mounted together and that the mounting hardware is not to I/O Card Communication loose.
“Run/Test” isolation switches, test power plugs, and wiring diagrams are available from Benshaw. CAUTION: In low voltage systems with an inline/isolation contactor. Before the inline test is performed verify that no line voltage is applied to the line side of the inline contactor.
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8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Std BIST test will commence. FUN: Misc commands Std BIST z NOTE: Designed to run with no line voltage applied. Step 2– RUN relay test and Inline Feedback Test: In this test, the RUN assigned relays are cycled on and off once and the feedback from an inline contactor is verified. In order to have a valid inline contactor feedback, a digital input needs to be set to Inline Confirm and the input needs to be wired to an auxiliary contact of the inline contactor.
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Step 6 BIST Mode Tests completed Powered BIST Tests 8.6.2 (FUN 22 - Powered BIST): The powered BIST tests are designed to be run with normal line voltage applied to the starter and a motor connected. Powered BIST verifies that the power poles are good, no ground faults exist, CTs are connected and positioned correctly and that the motor is connected.
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE Step 4 BIST Mode Tests completed SCR Replacement SCR Replacement This section is to help with SCR replacements on stack assemblies. Please read prior to installation. 8.7.1 Typical Stack Assembly 8.7.2 SCR Removal To remove the SCR from the heatsink, loosen the two bolts (3) on the loader bar side of the clamp. Do not turn on the nuts (5). The nuts have a locking ridge that sink into the aluminum heatsink.
8 - TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE 8.7.4 SCR Clamp Below is an exploded view of a typical SCR clamp. Refer to the Clamp Parts List on page 199 for names of the parts being used. SCR CLAMP PARTS Item # Quantity Description Loader Bar Insulator cup...
APPENDIX A - EVENT CODES Event Codes ** Event Number 1 through 99 - See starter fault listing for description of faults. The event log will only indicate that a fault of a given fault code occurred and a time stamp when it occurred. Event Number Event Event Number...
APPENDIX B - ALARM CODES Alarm Codes The following is a list of all MX alarm codes. The alarm codes correspond to associate fault codes. In general, an alarm indicates a condition that if continued, will result in the associated fault. Alarm Description Notes...
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APPENDIX B - ALARM CODES Alarm Description Notes Code This alarm exists while the MX is in Power Outage Ride P.O.R.T. Timeout Through mode and it is waiting for line power to return. When the PORT fault delay expires a Fault 29 shall occur. This alarm exists while the MX is running and the average current is above the defined threshold, but the delay for the...
APPENDIX C - FAULT CODES Fault Codes Fault Code Description Controlled Fault Stop Shunt Trip Fault Auto-Reset Allowed No fault UTS Time Limit Expired Motor Thermal Overload Trip Slow Speed Time Limit Expired Speed Switch Time Limit Expired Motor PTC Overtemperature Stator RTD Overtemperature Bearing RTD Overtemperature Other RTD Overtemperature...
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APPENDIX C - FAULT CODES Controlled Fault Fault Code Description Shunt Trip Fault Auto-Reset Allowed Stop External Fault on DI 5 Input External Fault on DI 6 Input External Fault on DI 7 Input External Fault on DI 8 Input Analog Input #1 Level Fault Trip RTD Module Communication Fault Keypad Communication Fault...
RC3-1-S-720A-19C RC3-1-S-180A-14C RC3-1-S-414A-17C RC3-1-S-838A-20C RC3-1-S-180A-15C RC3-1-S-477A-17C Manufacturer's Name: Benshaw, Inc. Manufacturer's Address: 1659 East Sutter Road Glenshaw, PA 15116 United States of America The before mentioned products comply with the following EU directives and Standards: Safety: UL 508 Standard for Industrial Control Equipment covering devices for starting, stopping, regulating, controlling, or protecting electric motors with ratings of 1500 volts or less.
APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Modbus Register Map Following is the Modbus Register Map. Note that all information may be accessed either through the Input registers (30000 addresses) or through the Holding registers (40000 addresses). Absolute Register Address Description Range Units Bit Mask:...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Absolute Register Address Description Range Units Bit 0: “A 64” – DI 5 Bit 1: “A 65” – DI 6 – 30025/40025 Alarm Status 3 Bit 2: “A 66” – DI 7 Bit 3: “A 67” – DI 8 Bit 4: “A 71”...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Absolute Register Address Description Range Units 30058/40058 Peak Starting Current 30059/40059 Last Starting Duration 0.1 Sec °C 30060/40060 Hottest Stator RTD Temperature 0 - 200 °C 30061/40061 Hottest Bearing RTD Temperature 0 - 200 °C 30062/40062 Hottest Other RTD Temperature...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Absolute Register Address Description Range Units – 30105/40105 Motor Overload Running Class 1 – 40 Disabled – 30106/40106 Motor Overload Starting Enable Enabled – 30107/40107 Motor Overload Starting Class 1 – 40 30108/40108 Motor Overload Hot/Cold Ratio 0 –...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Absolute Register Address Description Range Units Disabled – 30156/40156 Residual Ground Fault Trip Enable Enabled 30157/40157 Residual Ground Fault Trip Level 5 – 100 % FLA Disabled – 30158/40158 Over Voltage Trip Enable Enabled 30159/40159 Over Voltage Trip Level 1 –...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Absolute Register Address Description Range Units Low – Fault below preset level – 30176/40176 Analog Input Trip Type High – Fault above preset level 30177/40177 Analog Input Trip Level 0 – 100 30178/40178 Analog Input Trip Delay Time 1 –...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Absolute Register Address Description Range Units Status Ave Current L1 Current L2 Current L3 Current Current Imbalance % Residual Ground Fault Ave. Volts L1-L2 Volts L2-L3 Volts 10: L3-L1 Volts 11: Overload 12: Power Factor 13: Watts 14: VA 15: vars...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Absolute Register Address Description Range Units None Reset Run Time Reset kWh Enter Reflash Mode 30199/40199 Store Parameters – Misc. Commands Load Parameters Factory Reset Standard BIST Powered BIST Linear – 30221/40221 Acceleration Profile Squared –...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Absolute Register Address Description Range Units Disabled – 30249/40249 Speed Switch Enable Enabled 30250/40250 Speed Switch Delay Time 1 – 250 Disabled – 30251/40251 Motor PTC Enable Enabled 30252/40252 Motor PTC Delay Time 1 – 5 Disabled –...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Absolute Register Address Description Range Units Disabled – 30296/40296 RTD Voting Enable Enabled 30601/40601 Fault Code (newest fault) – Refer to page 205 30609/40609 Fault Code (oldest fault) Initializing Locked Out Faulted Stopped Heating Kicking Ramping Slow Speed...
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APPENDIX F - MODBUS REGISTER MAP Starter Control Register: Stop Bit 0 – Run/Stop Start No action Bit 1 – Fault Reset Fault Reset No action Bit 2 –Emergency Overload Reset Emergency Overload Reset Local Bit 3 –Local/Remote Remote Heater Enabled Bit 4 –Heat Disabled Heater Disabled Ramp 1...
APPENDIX G - PARAMETER TABLES Parameter Table Following is the parameter table for both the LED and LCD Display. The last column is a convenient place to write down parameter settings. Quick Start Group Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page Setting QST 01 Motor FLA...
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APPENDIX G - PARAMETER TABLES Group Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page Setting CFN 22 Brake Delay DC Brake Delay 0.1 to 3.0 Seconds CFN 23 SSpd Speed Slow Speed Off, 1 – 40 CFN 24 SSpd Curr Slow Speed Current Level 10 to 400 % FLA CFN 25...
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APPENDIX G - PARAMETER TABLES Group Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page Setting PFN 32 OL Cool Time Motor Overload Cooling Time 1.0 - 999.9 Minutes PFN 33 OL Alarm Lvl Motor OL Alarm Level 1 - 100 PFN 34 OL Lock Lvl Motor OL Lockout Level 1 - 99...
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APPENDIX G - PARAMETER TABLES Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page Setting Group 0 – 200% Curr 0 – 800% Curr 0 – 150% Volt 0 – 150% OL Analog Output 0 – 10 kW I/O 21 Aout Fctn Function 0 –...
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APPENDIX G - PARAMETER TABLES Group Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page Setting RTD 19 Stator Alrm Stator Alarm Level RTD 20 Bearing Alrm Bearing Alarm Level RTD 21 Other Alrm Other Alarm Level 1 - 200 RTD 22 Stator Trip Stator Trip Level RTD 23...
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APPENDIX G - PARAMETER TABLES Number Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page Setting Insensitive FUN 04 Phase Order Input Phase Sensitivity Insens. Single Phase 100, 110, 120, 200, 208, 220, 230, 240, 350, 380, 400, 415, 440, 460, 480, 500, 525, 575, 600, 660, 690, 1000, 1140, 2200, FUN 05...
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APPENDIX G - PARAMETER TABLES Number Display Parameter Setting Range Units Default Page Setting mm/dd/yy 12h mm/dd/yy 24h yy/mm/dd 12h mm/dd/yy FUN 23 T/D Format Time and Date Format yy/mm/dd 24h dd/mm/yy 12h dd/mm/yy 24h Present FUN 24 Time Time Time Present FUN 25...
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Publication History; Revision Date ECO# 12/15/06 Initial Release...
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