Penta KB Power KBVF 4G Series Installation And Operation Manual

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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL
KBVF 4G SERIES
Variable Frequency Drives – For OEM Applications
Designed for Multiple Motor Technologies
(Asynchronous, PMSM, and Others)
Chassis / IP20 and NEMA 4 / IP65 Enclosures
Variable Speed / Soft-Start AC Motor Drive
with Electronic Motor Overload Protection
Rated for 208 – 230 and 400/460 Volt 50 Hz and 60 Hz
Motors from Subfractional thru 3 HP
Operates from 115, 208/230, and 400/460 Volt 50/60 Hz AC Line Input
THIS MANUAL COVERS THE FOLLOWING KBVF 4G SERIES MODELS
Chassis / IP20 Drives: KBVF-13, 14, 21D, 22D, 23, 23D, 24, 24D, 26D, 27, 29, 29 (1P), 42, 45, 48
NEMA 4 / IP65 Drives: KBVF-27E, 27EF, 29E, 29EF, 29EF (1P), 42E, 42EF, 45E, 45EF, 48E, 48EF
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  • Page 1 Operates from 115, 208/230, and 400/460 Volt 50/60 Hz AC Line Input THIS MANUAL COVERS THE FOLLOWING KBVF 4G SERIES MODELS Chassis / IP20 Drives: KBVF-13, 14, 21D, 22D, 23, 23D, 24, 24D, 26D, 27, 29, 29 (1P), 42, 45, 48...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    17.2 ST (Status) LED....................................21 18 Communication – RS-485 Modbus RTU ..............................21 18.1 Specifications ....................................21 18.2 Data Transmit and Data Receive LEDs ............................21 19 Accessories ....................................... 21 Limited Warranty ....................................Back Cover – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 3 460 Volt Drives: Suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than 5 kA RMS symmetrical Amperes. 460 Volts maximum. Use copper conductors rated 75 °C. Suitable for operation in a maximum surrounding air temperature of 50 °C. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 4: Quick-Start Instructions

    Figures 1 – 4 above. Be sure the motor is also properly grounded. Due to its double insulated design, the KBVF-21D does not contain a ground screw. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 5: Main Speed Potentiometer Connection

    This product complies with all CE directives pertinent at the time of manufacture. Contact Technical support for Declaration of Conformity. Installation of a CE approved RFI filter is required. Additional shielded cable and/or AC Line cables may be required along with a signal isolator. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 6: Important Application Information On Electronic Motor Overload Protection

    Fault after 6 seconds. 4 – INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing the KBVF 4G Series Adjustable Frequency Drive. KB Electronics is committed to providing total customer satisfaction by producing quality products that are easy to install and operate. The drives are variable speed controls housed in Chassis / IP20 and NEMA 4 / IP65 washdown and watertight enclosures. They are designed to operate 208 –...
  • Page 7: Performance Features

    KBVF-13, 14, 21D, 22D, 23, 23D, 24, 24D, 26D DRIVE LAYOUT (LAYOUT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY) (KBVF-22 SHOWN WITHOUT THE FINGER-SAFE-COVER) FIGURE 6 KBVF-27, 29, 29 (1P), 42, 45, 48 DRIVE LAYOUT (LAYOUT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY) (SHOWN WITHOUT THE FINGER-SAFE-COVER) – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 8 FIGURE 7 KBVF-27E, 27EF, 29E, 29EF, 29EF (1P), 42E, 42EF, 45E, 45EF, 48E, 48EF DRIVE LAYOUT (LAYOUT MAY VARY SLIGHTLY) (SHOWN WITHOUT THE ENCLOSURE COVER) – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 9: Electrical Ratings

    3. KBVF-45, 45E, 45EF, 48, 48E, 48EF are rated 0 – 400 Volts AC for 50 Hz motor operation and 0 – 460 Volts AC for 60 Hz motor operation. 4. For fuse type, see Section 10 on page 13. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 10: General Performance Specifications

    To install the Finger-Safe Cover, be sure it is properly oriented onto the base and the retainer clips are aligned. Gently push the Finger-Safe Cover onto the base until the retainer clips are fully engaged with the base. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 11: Nema 4 / Ip65 Enclosure

    MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS (In / mm) (KBVF-22D SHOWN)                            – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 12  FIGURE 10 KBVF-27, 29, 29 (1P), 42, 45, 48 MECHANICAL SPECIFICATIONS (In / mm)                 – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 13: Ac Line Input Fusing

    It is recommended to install a fuse (Littelfuse 312/314, Buss ABC, or equivalent) or a circuit breaker in series with each ungrounded conductor. For the recommended fuse size, see Table 1 on page 9. CAUTION! Do not fuse neutral or grounded connections. Do not fuse motor leads. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 14: Electrical Connections

    KBVF-29 (1P), 29EF (1P): Rated for 208/230 Volt 1-phase AC Line input. Wire FIGURE 14 the AC Line input to Terminals L1 and L2. Terminal L3 is not used. See Figure KBVF-29 (1P), 29EF (1P) AC LINE INPUT, MOTOR, AND GROUND CONNECTIONS – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 15: Motor Connection

    Terminal COM. With a 0 – 10 Volt DC analog signal can also be used. Set Jumper J1 to the "5V" and "AN" positions. Set Jumper J2 to the "VOLT" position. See Figure 19. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 16: Current Following

    42EF, 45, 45E, 45EF, 48, 48E, 48EF: For Forward Enable, wire the switch to TB1 Terminals FWD and COM. For Reverse Enable, wire the switch to TB1 Terminals REV and COM. See Figure 25. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 17: Run/Fault Relay Connection

    This procedure must be followed for each machine to be tested. A suggested hi-pot tester is Slaughter Model 2550. CAUTION! Instantly applying the hi-pot voltage will cause irreversible damage to the drive, which will void the warranty. FIGURE 27 TYPICAL HI-POT TEST SETUP  – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 18: Reconditioning The Bus Capacitors

    The drive will also automatically restart after a recovered fault due to undervoltage, overvoltage, or short circuit. See Figure 33. For Manual Start, see Section 11.6 on page 16. FIGURE 33 Automatic Start (Jumper Installed) (Factory Setting) – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 19: Forward/Reverse Speed Selection

    Application Note: Rapid acceleration settings may cause the current limit circuit to activate, which will extend the acceleration time. It is recommended that for very high inertial loads that the ACC Trimpot be set to greater than 10 seconds. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 20: Deceleration Trimpot (Dec)

    1. Disconnect and reconnect the AC power and wait approximately 15 seconds. The "ST" LED must change from quick flashing red to flashing red/yellow. 2. Set the Main Speed Potentiometer to zero (fully counterclockwise). The MIN Trimpot must set to zero (fully counterclockwise). 3. Open and close the Enable switch or contact. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 21: Diagnostic Leds

    Dynamic Brake Module (Part No. 9598): Provides up to 25% continuous braking and 200% instantaneous braking torque (maximum 1 HP (0.75 kW)). Custom Software: All models can be factory programmed for applications that require special switching, timing, PLC functions, and GFCI operation. Contact Technical Support. – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 22 NOTES – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 23 NOTES – KBVF 4G SERIES INSTALLATION AND OPERATION MANUAL –...
  • Page 24: Limited Warranty

    TO VALIDATE THE 18 MONTH WARRANTY, PLEASE REGISTER THIS PRODUCT ONLINE       KBelectronics.com/registration.htm LIMITED WARRANTY For a period of 18 months from the date of original purchase, KB Electronics will repair or replace without charge, devices which our examination proves to be defective in material or workmanship.

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