About Gen4 documentation
This version of the manual
This version of the Gen4 manual replaces all previous versions. Sevcon has made every effort to
ensure this document is complete and accurate at the time of printing. In accordance with our
policy of continuing product improvement, all data in this document is subject to change or
correction without prior notice.
Copyright
This manual is copyrighted 2013 by Sevcon. All rights are reserved. This manual may not be
copied in whole or in part, nor transferred to any other media or language, without the express
written permission of Sevcon.
Scope of this manual
The Application Reference Manual provides important information on configuring lift and traction
drive systems using Gen4 controllers as well as details on sizing and selecting system
components, options and accessories.
The manual also presents important information about the Gen4 product range.
Related documents
The following documents are available from Sevcon:
The Object Dictionary providing important information about CANopen communication with
Gen4.
Device Configuration Files (DCF) and Electronic Data Sheets (EDS) for each Gen4 model
and revision.
Drawings and units
Orthographic illustrations in this manual are drawn in Third Angle Projection. SI units are used
throughout this manual.
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