The STOP function of the soft start does not isolate dangerous voltages from the output of the soft start. An approved electrical isolation device must be used to disconnect the soft start from the incoming supply before accessing electrical connections. VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
Altitude above sea level 1000m (3281ft). Above 1000m de rate by 1% of agility i.e. per 100m (328ft) to a maximum altitude of 2000m (6562ft). Ambient Temperature Derate -20°C (-4°F) to 40°C (104°F). Above 40°C de-rate linearly by 2% of agility i.e. per °C to a maximum of 60°C (140°F). VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
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3 frame sizes, with various weights and dimensions. See pages 5-7 for further information. Prior to installing the VMX-agility unit, the installer should carry-out a risk assessment. If considered appropriate, a suitable handling device should be used.
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Installation (continued) Dimensions VMX-AGY-101 to VMX-AGY-113 [ ] = inch [4.25] [5.83] [3.54] Note: VMX-agility may be horizontally mounted with deration. See Horizontal Weight 1.97kg (3.75lb) Mounting Rating Tables Fitting 75mm [2.95] 75mm [2.95] Air Flow VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide...
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Dimensions VMX-AGY-201 to VMX-AGY-205 [5.8] [9.3] [ ] = inch [3.0] Weight 6 kg [13.22LB] (VMX-AGY-201 to VMX-AGY-207), 6.3 kg [13.89] (VMX-AGY-209) Fitting 100mm [3.93] 100mm [3.93] 100mm [3.93] Air Flow VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
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Installation (continued) Dimensions VMX-AGY-301 to VMX-AGY-305 Weight 15kg [33.10lb) [13.1] [8.1] [ ] = inch [6.4] [2.4] 162.9 [6.3] 125mm [4.92] 125mm [4.92] Air Flow VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
The unit requires a 3-phase balanced Mains Supply to provide the power for the controlled motor, and a 24Vdc for the internal control circuitry. The unit will not operate unless the control supply voltage is within the specified limits. VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
Electrical Connection Protection Switch Gear (Provided by customer) 1/L1 3/L2 5/L3 2/T1 4/T2 6/T3 For single phase operation the mode of the soft start must be set correctly in the Advanced menu: VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
Hold Start Ramp Enable Fire Mode In Fire Mode all trips are disabled. Digital Outputs13,14, 21,22 Selectable Functions The outputs may be mapped to Fault or Top-of-Ramp, Auto Reset Pending or Exceeded. VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
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2-Wire Control Wiring Diagram K2.2 Stop Note: 110 – 230V control Start supply possible with K2.1 optional control supply modules VMX-AGY-021 (or VMX- AGY-020 for models VMX- AGY-101 to VMX-AGY-113 only) VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
Overload trip settings are determined by the Motor Current setting and the Trip Class setting. Trip class choices are Class 10, Class 20, and Class 30. The VMX-agility soft starters are protected using full I T motor overload with memory.
Keypad Guidance Examples All keys active Left & Right keys active Right, Down & Centre keys active Note: A flashing centre button indicates that a menu item may be selected or saved. VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
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Configuration and Parameters (continued) Local Motor Start Operation - Example Navigation Method Quick Return to Status Screen Auto Application Setup (Centre button to adjust) VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 02. 04/10/2019...
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Rated conditional short-circuit current and type of co-ordination See Short Circuit Protection Tables for rated with associated short circuit protective device (SCPD) conditional short-circuit current and required current rating and characteristics of the associated SCPD VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 01 28/05/2019...
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13, 14 (normally open) Form B – Single gap break-contact 21, 22 Auxiliary (normally closed) Circuit Resistive load, 250Vac, 2A. Utilisation category, voltage rating, current rating Cosø =0.5, 250Vac, 2A Continued over VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 01 28/05/2019...
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VMX-AGY-101 to VMX-AGY-203 90-40 (40 cycles per hour) 90-30 (30 cycles per hour) VMX-AGY-205 VMX-AGY-207 90-20 (20 cycles per hour) VMX-AGY-209 90-10 (10 cycles per hour) VMX-AGY-301 – 305 have permanently fitted fans VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 01 28/05/2019...
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Weight kg [lb] 15.00 [33.10] Ambient Operating Temp. -20°C [-4°F] to 40°C [104°F] ; above 40°C derate linearly by 2% of VMX-agility Ie per °C to a maximum of 60°C (140°F) Transportation and Storage -20°C to 70°C [-4°F to 158°F] continuous...
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___ or by a Circuit Breaker with a Maximum Rating of ___Z # 2. Correctly selected semiconductor fuses can provide additional protection against damage to the VMX-agility unit (this is sometimes referred to as type 2 co-ordination). These semiconductor fuses are recommended to provide this increased protection.
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For VMX-AGY-101 to VMX-AGY-209, duty cycle F-S = 90-5, however more cycles per hour are possible with optional fan fitted as indicated in Fan option table. For VMX-AGY-301 to VMX-AGY-305, duty cycle F-S = 90-3 for more cycles consult Motortronics UK or supplier. VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 01 28/05/2019...
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California Customers: California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: this product and associated accessories may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. For more information visit https://p65warnings.ca.gov VMX-agility Series Quick Start Guide MAN-AGY-014. Version 01 28/05/2019...
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