Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Table of contents About this manual Structure of the warnings Symbols used Signal words used Intended use General safety instructions Packaging, transport and storage Packaging Transport Storage Design Connector with multi-grip cable gland Device connector Assembly and disassembly Connecting a conductor to a socket with multi-grip cable gland 6.1.1...
About this manual This manual – describes the assembly and disassembly of phase inverters from Bals Elektrotechnik GmbH & Co. KG – is an integral part of the product and must be kept in safe custody during the product service life –...
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Symbols used General warning of a hazardous area Warning – dangerously high voltage Notice Signal words used All warnings in this manual are clearly highlighted. The following signal words are used for warnings: DANGER Warns of dangers which will lead to serious injuries or to death if the instruc- tions are not followed.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Intended use Phase inverters are built for professional use. The installation and the fixed connection to the mains supply should be carried out only by trained and qualified experts. Any use going beyond the intended use is considered to be improper. The manufacturer is not liable for damages resulting from improper use.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) General safety instructions – Safe use is ensured only if this manual is followed completely. – Before installation, commissioning or operation, read this manual thoroughly. – The product must be installed, maintained and put into operation properly by qualified experts in accordance with the laws, ordinances and standards.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Packaging, transport and storage Packaging Packaging materials are valuable raw materials and can be reused. The packaging materials should therefore be brought to an appropriate recycling facility. If this is not possible, dispose of the packag- ing materials according to the locally applicable regulations.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Design Connector with multi-grip cable gland Based on an example, the following figure illustrates the main components of a phase inverter in the design of a connector with multi-grip. Socket insert with connections for all types of copper conductors Housing Cable gland with multi-grip as integrated strain relief Conductor cross-sections...
Possible conductor cross-section 1.5 mm ... 4 mm 2.5 mm ... 10 mm Technical specifications The technical specifications of the product depend on the design. You will find them in our catalogue or on our website http://www.bals.com. (08.2016) 9 / 28...
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Assembly and disassembly DANGER Danger to life by electrical voltage The supply cable may carry high electrical voltage that is fatal. Pay attention to the five safety rules of electricity: 1. De-energise 2. Secure the supply from being switched on again 3.
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Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 7. Check whether the individual conductors are seated tightly by pulling them lightly. If this is not the case, open the terminal and repeat the previous step. 8. Depending on the design: Connect the housing and the front part with the screws until the snap-on lock (6) latches or fix the housing and front part together with the screws foreseen for this purpose.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 10. Check that the cable is seated tightly in the socket outlet. 6.1.2 Screw terminal connection Proceed as follows: 1. Make sure that the cable is de-energised. 2. Depending on the design: Open the rotary lock or loosen the screws in order to separate the insert with the screw termi- nals from the from the housing.
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Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 5. Strip the cable to the required length (16A designs: 60 mm; 32 A designs: 70 mm). 6. Remove the insulation from the individual conductors (16 A designs: 7 mm; 32 A designs: 12 mm). 7.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 11. Check that the cable is seated tightly in the socket outlet. Disconnecting a conductor from a socket with multi-grip cable gland 6.2.1 QUICK-CONNECT connection 1. Make sure that the cable is de-energised. 2. If the cable gland (3) is secured with the help of a screw (8), loosen this screw. 3.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 5. Push the housing and the cable gland back on the cable until the connections in the front part are easily accessible. 6. Open the contact slide (4) by sliding it to the right (in the direction of the arrow) and pull the individual conductors from the terminals.
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Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 3. Loosen the cable gland. 4. Disconnect the connection between the housing and the front part. Depending on the design, loosen the connecting screws for this purpose or open the snap-on lock with the help of a screwdriver and remove the housing from the front part by unscrewing it.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 7. Pull the cable out of the housing and out of the cable gland. Connecting a conductor to a device connector Proceed as follows: 1. Make sure that the cable is de-energised. 2. Strip the cable to the required length. 3.
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Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 5. Fix the bottom part of the housing to the wall with the help of the fixing material suitable for the application. 6. Push the cable through the sealing plugs (4) into the housing. Open the sealing plugs only as far as necessary so that they can still get sealed.
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Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 7. The terminals are open at the time of delivery. Guide the bare individual conductors into the opening (6) and tighten the screws (5) with a torque of at least 0.8 Nm. Take care to ensure that only the bare individual conductor (without insulation) is clamped.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Disconnecting a conductor from a device connector Proceed as follows: 1. Make sure that the cable is de-energised. 2. For wall-mounted device connectors: Loosen the two housing screws in order to open the housing. (08.2016) 20 / 28...
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Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) 3. Loosen the screws (5) and pull out the individual conductors from the terminals. 4. Pull out the cable from the housing, and for wall-mounted device connectors, also out of the cable gland (4). 5. Fix the cover with screws to the housing (wall variants). (08.2016) 21 / 28...
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Operation A phase inverter is always used if the application requires the direction of rotation of the attached consumer to be changed. Proceed as follows: 1. Take a suitable screwdriver and push the phase inversion element inwards. 2.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Cleaning and care It is recommended to clean it as required. Use a dry cloth to do this, and use a wet cloth if it is very dirty. DANGER Electrical voltage The device contains parts that carry hazardous voltage that may be fatal. 1.
Installation manual phase inverter (16/32A) Decommissioning and disposal Send the worn-out product for recycling or for proper disposal. Always make sure to observe and fol- low the local regulations. The product should not be disposed of in household waste. Environmental damage and risk to person- al health are avoided with proper disposal.
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