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  • Page 1 e l e c t r o n i c Commissioning Instructions VS i III ... - 23 ... 1600 Quality is our Drive.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    User Manual Quality is our Drive. VersiStart i III Qualität ist unser Antrieb. Contents About This Manual ..........................3 Caution Statements ..........................4 Electrical shock risk ..................................4 System Design and Safety of Personnel............................4 Disposal Instructions ..................................4 Avertissements à l'attention des clients canadiens ................5 Declaration of conformity ........................
  • Page 3 VersiStart i III Extended Menu ...................................41 Parameter Descriptions ................................43 Adjustment Lock ..................................55 Access Code ....................................55 Setup Tools ....................................56 Logs Menu ............................57 10.1 Trip Log .......................................57 10.2 Event Log ....................................57 10.3 Performance Counters ................................57 Application Examples ........................58 11.1 Installation with Main Contactor ..............................58 11.2...
  • Page 4: About This Manual

    VersiStart i III About This Manual The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. The information contained in this manual is subject to change at any time and without prior notice. In no event will responsibility or liability be accepted for direct, indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
  • Page 5: Caution Statements

    (including when the starter is tripped or waiting for a command). SHORT CIRCUIT The VersiStart i III is not short circuit proof. After severe overload or short circuit, the operation of the VersiStart i III should be fully tested by an authorised service agent.
  • Page 6: Avertissements À L'attention Des Clients Canadiens

    Toujours appliquer la tension de commande avant (ou en même temps que) la tension secteur. AVERTISSEMENT Lors du raccordement du VersiStart i III en connexion 6 fils, toujours installer un contacteur principal ou un disjoncteur magnéto-thermique à bobine de déclenchement.
  • Page 7: Declaration Of Conformity

    Declaration of conformity In industrial linguistic usage the drive controllers of the type series VersiStart i III are called "devices", however, in the sense of the "law on the safety of equipment", the "EMC-law" or the "EC-machinery directive" they are not devices or machines ready for use or connection but they are components.
  • Page 8: Introduction

    VersiStart i III Introduction Feature List Extensive starting and stopping options Easy-to-read display with comprehensive feedback Adaptive Control Multi-language feedback Constant Current Multiple status screens and performance graphs Current Ramp Date and time stamped event logging Timed voltage ramp soft stop...
  • Page 9 VersiStart i III In-line connection AC53b 3.0-10:350 AC53b 3.5-15:345 AC53b 4.0-20:340 AC53b 4.5-30:330 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres VS i III 23 23 A 20 A 17 A 15 A...
  • Page 10 VersiStart i III VS i III 380N 570 A 570 A 539 A 449 A VS i III 425 638 A 617 A 533 A 458 A VS i III 430N 645 A 645 A 552 A 464 A VS i III 500...
  • Page 11 VersiStart i III Minimum and Maximum Current Settings The VersiStart i III's minimum and maximum full load current settings depend on the model: In-line connection Inside delta connection Model Minimum Maximum Minimum Maximum VS i III 23 23 A 34 A...
  • Page 12 VersiStart i III Electromagnetic capability (compliant with EU Directive 2014/35/EU) EMC Emissions ..................IEC 60947-4-2 Class B and Lloyds Marine No 1 Specification EMC Immunity ..................................IEC 60947-4-2 Inputs Input rating ..............................Active 24 VDC, 8 mA approx Start (54, 55) ..................................Normally Open Stop (56, 57) ..................................
  • Page 13 5.2.4 UL Compliant Installation This section details additional requirements and configuration settings for the VersiStart i III soft starters to be UL-compliant. Refer to UL Fuse Selection and Short Circuit Ratings on page 27. Models VS i III 23 ~ VS i III 105 There is no additional requirement for these models.
  • Page 14 VersiStart i III 5.2.5 Dimensions and Weights Width Height Depth Weight mm (inch) mm (inch) mm (inch) kg (lb) Model VS i III 23 VS i III 43 VS i III 50 (7.2) (9.0) VS i III 53 VS i III 76 (5.9)
  • Page 15: Installation

    VersiStart i III Installation Physical Installation VS i III 23 ~ VS i III 220: Allow 100 mm (3.94 inches) between soft starters. VS i III 255 ~ VS i III 1000: Allow 200 mm (7.88 inches) 1/L 1 3/ L 2...
  • Page 16: Control Voltage

    Motor thermistors can be connected directly to the VersiStart i III. The soft starter will trip when the resistance of the thermistor circuit exceeds approximately 3.6 k or falls below 20 . If no motor thermistors are connected to the VersiStart i III thermistor input terminals 64, 65 must be open. If 64, 65 are shorted, the VersiStart i III will trip.
  • Page 17: Power Terminations

    VersiStart i III Power Terminations NOTE For personnel safety, the power terminals on models up to VS i III 105 are protected by snap-off tabs. When using large cables, it may be necessary to break off these tabs. NOTE Some units use aluminium busbars. When connecting power terminations, we recommend cleaning the surface contact area thoroughly (using an emery or stainless steel brush) and using an appropriate jointing compound to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 18: Power Input And Output Configurations

    VersiStart i III Power Input and Output Configurations 6.8.1 Internally Bypassed Models (VS i III 23~VS i III 1000) Models VS i III 23 ~ VS i III 220 have power inputs at the top of the unit and outputs at the bottom of the unit.
  • Page 19: Schematic Diagrams

    VersiStart i III Schematic Diagrams Internally bypassed models Non-bypassed models 2/T1 1/L1 1/L1 2/T1 4/T2 3/L2 3/L2 4/T2 5/L3 6/T3 5/L3 6/T3 24 VDC 24 VDC 200 mA 200 mA Control voltage (model dependent) 54, 55 Start Remote control inputs...
  • Page 20: Power Circuits

    Testing the Installation The VersiStart i III can be connected to a small motor for testing. During this test, the soft starter's control input and relay output protection settings can be tested. This test mode is not suitable for testing soft starting or soft stopping performance.
  • Page 21 7.1.3 In-line installation, externally bypassed Non-bypassed models have dedicated bypass terminals, which allow the VersiStart i III to continue providing protection and monitoring functions even when bypassed via an external bypass contactor. The bypass contactor must be connected to the bypass terminals and controlled by a programmable output configured to Run (refer to parameters 7A~7I).
  • Page 22 5/L3 6/T3 WARNING When connecting the VersiStart i III in inside delta configuration, always install a main contactor or shunt trip circuit breaker. 7.1.6 Inside delta installation, externally bypassed Non-bypassed models have dedicated bypass terminals, which allow the VersiStart i III to continue providing protection and monitoring functions even when bypassed via an external bypass contactor.
  • Page 23: Bypass Contactor

    Main Contactor A main contactor must be installed if the VersiStart i III is connected to the motor in inside delta format and is optional for in-line connection. Select a contactor with an AC3 rating greater than or equal to the full load current rating of the connected motor.
  • Page 24: Power Supply Fuses

    VersiStart i III Power Supply Fuses Semiconductor fuses can be used for Type 2 coordination (according to IEC 60947-4-2 standard) and to reduce the risk of damage to SCRs from transient overload currents. HRC fuses (such as Ferraz/Mersen AJT fuses) can be used for Type 1 coordination according to IEC 60947-4-2 standard.
  • Page 25 VersiStart i III 7.7.2 Bussman Fuses - British Style (BS88) Model Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage SCR I T (A < 440 VAC < 575 VAC < 690 VAC VS i III 23 1150 63FE 63FE 63FE VS i III 43...
  • Page 26 VersiStart i III Model Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage SCR I t (A < 440 VAC < 575 VAC < 690 VAC VS i III 425 320000 VS i III 430N 320000 VS i III 500 320000 VS i III 580...
  • Page 27 VersiStart i III 7.7.5 Ferraz/Mersen Fuses - European Style (PSC 690) Model Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage SCR I t (A < 440 VAC < 575 VAC < 690 VAC VS i III 23 1150 6.9URD30D11A0050 6.9URD30D11A0050 6.9URD30D11A0050 VS i III 43 8000 6.9URD30D11A0125...
  • Page 28 VersiStart i III Model Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage SCR I t (A < 440 VAC < 575 VAC < 690 VAC VS i III 430N 320000 AJT450 AJT450 VS i III 500 320000 AJT500 AJT500 VS i III 580...
  • Page 29 VersiStart i III Short Circuit Ratings High Available Standard Fault Current 600 V Short Nominal Model cct rating – Max. Fuse Ferraz/Mersen fuse, Rating (A) @ 480 @ 600 Ferraz/Mersen fuse, R/C 3 cycles † Rating (A) Listed J, L or RK5 Class VAC max.
  • Page 30: Operation

    VersiStart i III Operation The Keypad Four-line display for status and programming details. LOCAL/REMOTE: Toggle between Local and Remote control STATUS: Open the status displays and scroll between different status screens GRAPHS: Open the performance graphs and scroll between different...
  • Page 31 The temperature screen shows which motor data set is in use, and the temperature of both motors as a percentage of total thermal capacity. If the VersiStart i III is configured for use on one motor, the temperature for the secondary motor (M2) will always show 0%.
  • Page 32: Start, Stop And Reset Commands

    The LOCAL/REMOTE button controls whether the VersiStart i III will respond to local control (via the keypad) or remote control (via the remote inputs). The VersiStart i III can also be set to allow local control only or remote control only, using parameter 6A Local/Remote.
  • Page 33 Time 8.5.3 Adaptive Control for Starting In an adaptive control soft start, the VersiStart i III adjusts the current in order to start the motor within a specified time and using a selected acceleration profile. CAUTION Adaptive Control cannot start the motor faster than a direct on-line (DOL) start. If the start ramp time (parameter 2D) is shorter than the motor's DOL start time, starting current may reach DOL levels.
  • Page 34 If the motor does not start or stop smoothly, adjust the adaptive control gain (parameter 2L). The gain setting determines how much the VersiStart i III will adjust future adaptive control starts and stops, based on information from the previous start. The gain setting affects both starting and stopping performance.
  • Page 35: Stop Methods

    Adaptive Control for Stopping In an adaptive control soft stop, the VersiStart i III controls the current in order to stop the motor within a specified time and using a selected deceleration profile. Adaptive Control can be useful in extending the stopping time of low inertia loads.
  • Page 36 The first Adaptive Control stop will be a normal soft stop. This allows the VersiStart i III to learn the characteristics of the connected motor. This motor data is used by the VersiStart i III during subsequent Adaptive Control stops.
  • Page 37: Jog Operation

    This avoids unnecessary heating of the motor. For more information on using the VersiStart i III with an external speed sensor (eg for applications with variable load during the braking cycle), refer to DC Brake with External Zero Speed Sensor on page 62.
  • Page 38: Inside Delta Operation

    VersiStart i III Inside Delta Operation Adaptive Control, Jog, Brake and PowerThrough functions are not supported with inside delta (six-wire) operation. If these functions are programmed when the starter is connected inside delta the behaviour is as given below: Adaptive Control Start The starter performs a constant current start.
  • Page 39: Programming Menu

    VersiStart i III Programming Menu The Programming Menu lets you view and change programmable parameters that control how the VersiStart i III operates. To open the Programming Menu, press the MENU/ENTER button while viewing the status or graph screens. To navigate through the Programming Menu: to scroll through parameter groups, press the button.
  • Page 40: Quick Setup

    Quick Setup The Quick Setup Menu makes it easy to configure the VersiStart i III for common applications. The VersiStart i III selects the parameters relevant to the application and suggests a typical setting, and you can adjust each parameter to suit your exact requirements.
  • Page 41: Standard Menu

    VersiStart i III Standard Menu The standard menu provides access to commonly used parameters, allowing the user to configure the VersiStart i III as required for the application. Default Setting Motor Details 1A Motor Full Load Current Model dependent Primary Start/Stop...
  • Page 42: Extended Menu

    VersiStart i III Extended Menu The Extended Menu provides access to all the VersiStart i III's programmable parameters. Default Setting Motor Details 1A Motor Full Load Current Model dependent 1B Locked Rotor Time 00:10 mm:ss 1C Motor FLC-2 Model dependent...
  • Page 43 VersiStart i III Default Setting Relay Outputs 7A Relay A Function Main Contactor 7B Relay A On Delay 00:00 mm:ss 7C Relay A Off Delay 00:00 mm:ss 7D Relay B Function 7E Relay B On Delay 00:00 mm:ss 7F Relay B Off Delay...
  • Page 44: Parameter Descriptions

    Single (default) Dual Description: Activates dual thermal modelling. The dual thermal model is required only if the VersiStart i III is controlling two physically separate motors. NOTE The second thermal model is only active if parameter 1E Dual Thermal Model is set to 'Dual' and the starter is using the secondary motor set (a programmable input is set to 'Motor Set Select' and the input is active).
  • Page 45 2G – Excess Start Time Excess start time is the maximum time the VersiStart i III will attempt to start the motor. If the motor does not transition to Run mode within the programmed limit, the starter will trip. Set for a period slightly longer than required for a normal healthy start. A setting of 0 disables excess start time protection.
  • Page 46 VersiStart i III 2L – Adaptive Control Gain Range: 1% - 200% Default: Description: Adjusts the performance of Adaptive Control. This setting affects both starting and stopping control. NOTE We recommend leaving the gain setting at the default level unless performance is not satisfactory.
  • Page 47 3J – Adaptive Start Profile-2 Options: Early Acceleration Constant Acceleration (default) Late Acceleration Description: Selects which profile the VersiStart i III will use for an Adaptive Control soft start. 3K – Adaptive Stop Profile-2 Options: Early Deceleration Constant Deceleration (default) Late Deceleration Description: Selects which profile the VersiStart i III will use for an Adaptive Control soft stop.
  • Page 48 Description: The VersiStart i III can be configured to force a delay between the end of a stop and the beginning of the next start. During the restart delay period, the display shows the time remaining before another start can be attempted.
  • Page 49 Options: Normally Closed (default) Normally Open Description: Selects whether the VersiStart i III's remote reset input (terminals 58, 57) is normally open or normally closed. 6D – Input A Function Options: Motor Set Select (default) The VersiStart i III can be configured with two separate sets of motor data.
  • Page 50 7J, 7K – Low Current Flag and High Current Flag The VersiStart i III has low and high current flags to give early warning of abnormal operation. The current flags can be configured to indicate an abnormal current level during operation, between the normal operating level and the undercurrent or instantaneous...
  • Page 51 7L – Motor Temperature Flag The VersiStart i III has a motor temperature flag to give early warning of abnormal operation. The flag can indicate that the motor is operating above its normal operating temperature but lower than the overload limit. The flag can signal the situation to external equipment via one of the programmable outputs.
  • Page 52 VersiStart i III 9.4.9 9 Auto-Reset The VersiStart i III can be programmed to automatically reset certain trips, which can help minimise operating downtime. Trips are divided into three categories for auto-reset, depending on the risk to the soft starter: Group...
  • Page 53 (kVA) but does not affect the VersiStart i III's motor control or protection. 10J – Display A or kW Options: Current (default) Motor kW Description: Selects whether the VersiStart i III will display current (amperes) or motor kilowatts on the main monitoring screen.
  • Page 54 Calibrates the soft starter's current monitoring circuits to match an external current metering device. Use the following formula to determine the necessary adjustment: Calibration (%) = Current shown on VersiStart i III display Current measured by external device eg 102% = NOTE This adjustment affects all current-based functions and protections.
  • Page 55 2C and 2B must be set appropriately. 15F – Jog Torque The VersiStart i III can jog the motor at a reduced speed, which allows precise positioning of belts and flywheels. Jog can be used for either forward or reverse operation.
  • Page 56: Adjustment Lock

    VersiStart i III 9.4.12 16 Protection Action CAUTION Defeating the protection may compromise the starter and motor, and should only be done in the case of emergency. 16A~16M – Protection Action Options: Trip Starter (default) Warn and Log Log Only Description: Selects the soft starter's response to each protection.
  • Page 57: Setup Tools

    The VersiStart i III's advanced thermal modelling software constantly monitors the motor's performance. This allows the VersiStart i III to calculate the motor's temperature and ability to start successfully at any time. If the VersiStart i III is configured for use on two motors, each motor's temperature is modelled separately.
  • Page 58: Logs Menu

    VersiStart i III Logs Menu The Logs Menu provides information on events, trips and starter performance. Press the LOGS button to open the Logs Menu. To navigate through the Logs Menu: to open a log, press the button. to scroll through the entries in each log, press the buttons.
  • Page 59: Application Examples

    Installation with Main Contactor The VersiStart i III is installed with a main contactor (AC3 rated). Control voltage must be supplied from the input side of the contactor. The main contactor is controlled by the VersiStart i III Main Contactor output, which by default is assigned to Output Relay A (terminals 13, 14).
  • Page 60: Installation With Bypass Contactor

    Installation with Bypass Contactor The VersiStart i III is installed with a bypass contactor (AC1 rated). The bypass contactor is controlled by the VersiStart i III Run Output which by default is assigned to Output Relay B (terminals 21, 22, 24).
  • Page 61: Emergency Run Operation

    In normal operation the VersiStart i III is controlled via a remote two-wire signal (terminals 56, 57). Emergency Run is controlled by a two-wire circuit connected to Input A (terminals 53, 55). Closing Input A causes the VersiStart i III to run the motor and ignore certain trip conditions.
  • Page 62: Auxiliary Trip Circuit

    Auxiliary Trip Circuit In normal operation the VersiStart i III is controlled via a remote two-wire signal (terminals 56, 57). Input A (terminals 53, 55) is connected to an external trip circuit (such as a low pressure alarm switch for a pumping system). When the external circuit activates, the soft starter trips, which stops the motor.
  • Page 63: Dc Brake With External Zero Speed Sensor

    For loads which may vary between braking cycles, there are benefits in using an external zero-speed sensor to interface with the VersiStart i III for brake shut-off. This control method ensures that the VersiStart i III braking will always shut off when the motor has reached a standstill, thus avoiding unnecessary motor heating.
  • Page 64: Soft Braking

    For applications with high inertia and/or a variable load, the VersiStart i III can be configured for soft braking. In this application the VersiStart i III is employed with forward run and braking contactors. When the VersiStart i III receives a start signal (pushbutton S1), it closes the forward run contactor (K1) and controls the motor according to the programmed primary motor settings.
  • Page 65: Two Speed Motor

    When the soft starter receives a low speed start signal, it closes the low speed contactor (K2). This closes Input A and the VersiStart i III controls the motor according to the secondary motor settings.
  • Page 66: Troubleshooting

    Protection Responses When a protection condition is detected, the VersiStart i III will write this to the event log and may also trip or issue a warning. The soft starter's response depends on the Protection Action setting (parameter group 16).
  • Page 67 Check for other equipment in the area that could be affecting the mains supply, particularly variable speed drives and switch mode power supplies (SMPS). If the VersiStart i III is connected to a generator set supply, the generator may be too small or could have a speed regulation problem.
  • Page 68 Related parameters: None Time-overcurrent The VersiStart i III is internally bypassed and has drawn high current during running. (The 10A protection curve trip has been reached or the motor current has risen to 600% of the motor FLC setting.) Related parameters: None Undercurrent The motor has experienced a sharp drop in current, caused by loss of load.
  • Page 69: General Faults

    Starter "Not Ready" Check Input A (53, 55). The starter disable function may be active. If parameter 6D is set to Starter Disable and there is an open circuit on 53, 55, the VersiStart i III will not start. The soft starter does not respond to the The soft starter may be in Remote control mode.
  • Page 70 If the motor is very lightly loaded, soft stop will have limited effect. Adaptive Control, brake, jog and These features are only available with in-line installation. If the VersiStart i III is PowerThrough functions not working. installed inside delta, these features will not operate.
  • Page 71: Accessories

    13.2 Remote Control Panel (RCP) A remote mounted keypad can be installed with the VersiStart i III. The keypad can be mounted up to 3 metres away from the starter, for control and monitoring. The starter can be controlled and programmed from either the remote keypad or the keypad on the starter.
  • Page 72: Busbar Adjustment Procedure

    VersiStart i III Busbar Adjustment Procedure The busbars on non-bypassed models VS i III 360N ~ VS i III 1600N can be adjusted for top or bottom input and output as required. NOTE Many electronic components are sensitive to static electricity. Voltages so low that they cannot be felt, seen or heard, can reduce the life, affect performance, or completely destroy sensitive electronic components.
  • Page 73 VersiStart i III NOTE If moving the input busbars, the current transformers (CTs) must also be reconfigured. Label the CTs L1, L2 and L3 (L1 is leftmost when looking from the front of the starter). Remove the cable ties and unscrew the CTs from the bracket.
  • Page 74 VersiStart i III...
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