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reliminary instructions
Please read the following preliminary warnings before
installing and using your GFW modular power controller.
This will help you begin using the controller rapidly and
prevent a number of problems that could erroneously be
interpreted as malfunctions or limitations of the controller.
Immediately after unpacking the unit, check the order code and the other
data on the label attached to the outside of the container.
Write them on the following table.
This data must always be available and given to Gefran Customer Care
representatives if technical service is needed.
SN ................................ (Serial Number)
CODE .......................... (Product code)
TYPE ............................ (Order code)
SUPPLY ....................... (Type of electrical power supply)
VERS. .......................... (Firmware Version)
Check that the controller is in perfect condition, was not damaged during
shipment, and that the package also contains the CD that contains other
useful information such as the "Configuration and Programming" manual,
memory map etc...
Immediately report any errors, shortages, or signs of damage to your
Gefran dealer.
Check that the order code matches the configuration requested for the
intended application by consulting the section:
"Technical-Commercial Information."
GFW-1PH 400 - 690 - 0 - 0 - 1 - ...
Example:
Model
Nominal current
Nominal voltage
Contol option
Current limit
Output sAux. 4
Relay
... etc. ...
80999D_MHW_GFW 400-600A_07-2020_ENG
See paragraph " Dimensions and mounting" before installing the GFW on
the machine/host system control panel.
To configure the PC use the SW Gefran GF-Express kit and the relative
connection cable.
For the order code, see Section "Technical-Commercial Information".
Users and/or system integrators who want detailed
information on serial communication between Gefran
standard and/or industrial PCs and Gefran Programmable
Instruments can access Technical Reference Documents on
serial communication and MODBus protocol, etc., in Adobe
Acrobat format on the Gefran website www.gefran.com:
• Serial Communication
• MODBus Protocol
• FIELDBUS protocols (Various)
Before calling Gefran Customer Care in case of assumed malfunctions,
please see the Troubleshooting Guide in the "Maintenance" section and,
if necessary, the F.A.Q. (Frequently Asked Questions) section on the
Gefran website www.gefran.com
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