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Motor Application Precautions
n Standard Induction Motors
Insulation Tolerance
NOTICE: Consider motor voltage tolerance levels and motor insulation in applications with an input voltage of over 440 V or particularly
long wiring distances.
High-Speed Operation
NOTICE: Problems may occur with the motor bearings and dynamic balance of the machine when operating a motor beyond its rated speed.
Contact the motor or machine manufacturer.
Torque Characteristics
Torque characteristics differ compared to operating the motor directly from line power. The user should have a full
understanding of the load torque characteristics for the application.
Vibration and Shock
The drive allows selection of high carrier PWM control and low carrier PWM. Selecting high carrier PWM can help reduce
motor oscillation (drive current derating may be required).
Take particular caution when adding a variable speed drive to an application running a motor from line power at a constant
speed. If resonance occurs, use shock absorbing mounts to the motor base and enable the Jump frequency selection to prevent
continuous operation in the resonant frequency range.
Audible Noise
The audible noise of the motor varies based on the carrier frequency setting. However, drive current derating may be required.
When using a high carrier frequency, audible noise from the motor is comparable to the motor noise generated when running
from line power.
Specialized Motors
Submersible Motor
The rated current of a submersible motor is greater than that of a standard motor, so select the drive accordingly. Use a motor
cable large enough to avoid decreasing the maximum torque level from voltage drop caused by a long motor cable.
Explosion-Proof Motor
The motor and the drive must be tested together to be certified as explosion-proof. The drive is not designed for explosion-
proof areas.
Geared Motor
Make sure that the gear and the lubricant are rated for the desired speed range to avoid gear damage when operating at low
speeds or very high speeds. Consult with the manufacturer for applications that require operation outside the rated speed range
of the motor or gear box.
Single-Phase Motor
Variable speed drives are not designed to operate with single phase motors. Using capacitors to start the motor causes a high-
frequency current to flow to the capacitors and can damage the capacitors. A split-phase start or a repulsion start can burn out
the starter coils because the internal centrifugal switch is not activated. The drive is for use with three-phase motors only.
n Notes on Power Transmission Machinery
Installing an AC drive in machinery that was previously connected directly to the power supply will allow the machine to
operate at variable speeds. Continuous operation outside of the rated speeds can wear out lubrication material in gear boxes
and other power transmission parts. Make sure that lubrication is sufficient within the entire speed range to avoid machine
damage. Note that operation above the rated speed can increase the noise generated by the machine.
YASKAWA TOEP YAIP1W 02E YASKAWA AC Drive - iQpump1000 Installation & Start-up Guide
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