Introduction; Table 1-1 Chapter Overview; Connecting - Siemens Sirius Series System Manual

Introduction

Purpose of this manual
This SIRIUS 3RA6 Compact Starter Manual describes the compact starter and its functions.
It contains information about configuration, commissioning and servicing.
As well as providing information about the compact starter itself, the manual also deals with
compatible infeed systems. These are the SIRIUS infeed system for 3RA6, the
insulated 3RV19 three-phase busbar system and the 8US busbar adapter. The options in
terms of connecting to circuit breakers of other sizes and to the 3RV19 infeed system are
also discussed within this context.
Furthermore, to facilitate configuration the manual contains dimension drawings and
technical data of the system components.
Topics
The manual consists of instructive chapters, which are intended for reference purposes. The
following table provides an overview of the topics covered:
Table 1-1
Chapter
Introduction
Product-specific information
System description
Configuration
Communication via
AS-Interface
Description of the hardware
Functions
Installation/Removal
Connection
Commissioning
Diagnostics
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Chapter overview
Contents
Provides an overview of the manual's contents
Provides product-specific information about the compact starter
Provides an overview of the system components and their
integration into the automation environment
Provides information (e.g. environmental requirements, use in
combination with other products, etc.) about using the compact
starter and accessories, which need to be taken into account right
from the configuration stage
Provides information about communication based on an
AS-Interface
Describes the compact starter's display elements and operator
controls
Describes the compact starter's functions
Describes how to install and remove the compact starter
Describes how to connect the compact starter
Provides information about the possible settings on the compact
starter and addressing of the AS-i mounting module
Provides information about what defined display element states
signal in terms of device states and describes diagnostics via the
AS-Interface
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