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CARLO GAVAZZI A u t o m a t i o n C o m p o n e n t s VariFlex RVCF Series Quick Start Guide 230V Class 1ph or 3ph 0.4~30.0kW 0.5~40HP 480V Class 3ph 0.75~55kW 1.0~75HP...
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This may also apply to drives returned from the Carlo Gavazzi Service Centre. If there is any doubt, please contact your local Carlo Gavazzi representative or Distributor. Environmental Statement The electronic variable speed drives have the potential to save energy and (through increased machine/process efficiency) reduce raw material consumption and scrap throughout their long working lifetime.
Advanced User Manual supplied with the CD in your inverter . Step 0: Products Inspection Carlo Gavazzi’s inverters are all passed the function test before delivery. Please check the followings when you received and unpacked the inverter: • The model and capacity of the inverter are the same as those specified in your purchase order.
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 1. SEQLED: 1-00 = 0001, LED Lit. 2. FRQ LED: 1-06 = 0001/0002/0003/0004/0005, LED Lit 3. FWD LED: Forward Direction, LED action(Flash in stop, Keep Lit in operation). 4. REV LED: Reverse Direction, LED action(Flash in stop, Keep Lit in operation). 5.
(rated - 10°C to 50°C Ambient). NEMA 1/ UL Type 1 with shielding cover and optional conduit box kit installed (rated -10°C to 40°C Ambient). LISTED Exxxxxx Carlo Gavazzi Via Milano 13, IT-20020 Lainate (MI) Made in: Ordering Key RVCF B 3 40 0220 F...
RVCF Quick Start Guide i.5 Environmental Limits Instructions within the supplied data and information within the VariFlex Advanced User Manual regarding transport, storage, installation and the use of the drive must be complied with, including the specified environmental limits. Drives must not be subjected to excessive physical force.
If the drive has failed in a manner that causes the display to go blank immediately, it is possible the capacitors will not be discharged. In this case, consult Carlo Gavazzi or their authorised distributor. i.10.5 Equipment supplied by plug and socket Special attention must be given if the drive is installed in equipment which is connected to the AC supply by a plug and socket.
RVCF Quick Start Guide Chapter 1: Notice for Wiring 1.1 Fuse types Drive input fuses are provided to disconnect the drive from power in the event that a component fails in the drive’s power circuitry. The drive’s electronic protection circuitry is designed to clear drive output short circuits and ground faults without blowing the drive input fuses.
RVCF Quick Start Guide 1.2 Precautions for peripheral applications Power supply: • Make sure the voltage applied is correct to avoid damaging the inverter. Power • A molded-case circuit breaker must be installed between the AC source and the inverter. Molded-case circuit breaker: •...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 1.3 Wiring diagram RVCF series inverter Wiring diagram I: Valid for 0.4 - 1.5 kW at 240V and 0.75 - 1.5 kW at 480V Specifications are subject to change without notice. Pictures are just an example. For special features and/or customization, please ask to our sales network. 282011...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide Wiring diagram II: Valid for 2.2 - 7.5 kW at 240V and 2.2 - 55 kW at 480V Specifications are subject to change without notice. Pictures are just an example. For special features and/or customization, please ask to our sales network. 282011...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 1.4 Description of inverter terminals Descriptions of main circuit terminals Supply terminal Analog output terminal 1-phase L1, L3(N) Output terminal 3-phase L1, L2, L3 for all drives Motor terminal T1(U), T2(V), T3(W) Common terminal Multifunctional input terminal for 0.4~1.5kW at 220V and Input terminal S1~S6 (and AIN: High level...
RVCF Quick Start Guide Chapter 2: Software Index 2.1 Operation Instruction of the keypad :LED Light Lit Power On :LED Light Flash Power Voltage (*1) 5 second later or Enter operation signal or Press DSP to modify frequency. Frequency/Speed /Line Speed Hz/RPM ∧...
5. In SENSORLESS MODE control, the max. & min. value of 0-01~0-05 will be limited by grade upper or lower than CARLO GAVAZZI standard motor specification. In VF MODE control, there is no limitation. Specifications are subject to change without notice. Pictures are just an example. For special features and/or customization, please ask to our sales network. 282011...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 2.3 RVCF Programmable Functions List Parameter Description Group No. Drive Operation Mode Start/Stop and Frequency Control Modes Manual/Automatic Restart Modes Operating Parameters Digital Display Operation Mode Multifunction Input Terminals (MFIT) Jog, and Preset (MFIT) Speed Setting on Keypad Analog Input Signal Operation Multifunction Output Relays and Output Signal Operation Drive and Load Protection Modes...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 1- Start/Stop and Frequency Control Modes Function Factory LCD Display Description Range/Code Remarks Code No. Setting 0000: Keypad 0001: External Run/Stop Run Command Source 1-00 (Run Source) Control (See 1-01) 0000 Selection 0002: Communication 0003: Built-In PLC 0000: Forward/Stop- Reverse/Stop (MFIT...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 2- Manual/Automatic Restart Modes Function Factory LCD Display Description Range/Code Remarks Code No. Setting 0000: Momentary power loss and restart disable 0001: Momentary power loss Momentary Power Loss and and restart enable 2-00 (PwrL Selection) 0000 Restart 0002: Momentary power loss and restart enable while CPU...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 3- Parámetros Operativos Function Factory LCD Display Description Range/Code Remarks Code No. Setting 0000: Auto (Depend on temp.) 0001: Operate while in RUN mode 3-19 (Fan Control) Fan Control 0000 0002: Always Run 0003: Always Stop 0000: Disabled 3-20 (Energy Save Mode) Energy Saving Mode *1...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 4- Digital Display Operation Mode Function Factory LCD Display Description Range/Code Remarks Code No. Setting 0000: Disable Motor Current Motor Current Display Display 4-00 (Motor Curr Disp) 0000 Selection 0001: Enable Motor Current Display 0000: Disable Motor Voltage Motor Voltage Display Display 4-01...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 5- Multifunction Input Terminals (MFIT) Function Factory LCD Display Description Range/Code Remarks Code No. Setting 0000: When the MFITs are Programmed for Up/Down Frequency Control, the Set Frequency will remain when the Drive stops. And when the Drive stops, Up/Down Function Disabled.
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 7- Analog Input Signal Operation Mode Function Factory LCD Display Description Range/Code Remarks Code No. Setting 7-00 (AIN Gain) AIN Gain (%) 0 - 1000 *10 7-01 (AIN Offset) AIN Bias (%) 0 - 100 0000: Positive 7-02 (AIN Bias) AIN Bias Selection...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 9- Drive and Load Protection Modes Function Factory LCD Display Description Range/Code Remarks Code No. Setting 0000: Enable Trip Prevention Trip Prevention Selection During Acceleration 9-00 (Trip ACC Sel) 0000 During Acceleration 0001: Disable Trip Prevention During Acceleration Trip Prevention Level During 9-01...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 9- Drive and Load Protection Modes Function Factory LCD Display Description Range/Code Remarks Code No. Setting 0000: Drive will Continue to Operate After Over Operation After Over torque 9-13 (Torq Det Operat) torque is Activated 0000 Detection is Activated 0001: Coast-to-Stop After Over torque is Activated...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide 13- Communication Mode Function Factory LCD Display Description Range/Code Remarks Code No. Setting 0000: Without Parity 13-03 (Comm Parity Sel) Parity Selection 0001: With Even Parity 00000 *2*3 0002: With Odd Parity 0000: 8-Bits Data 13-04 (Comm Data Format) Data Format Selection 0000 *2*3...
50~100, until 0 4. The Current detect circuit fault 4. Send back to Carlo Gavazzi Specifications are subject to change without notice. Pictures are just an example. For special features and/or customization, please ask to our sales network. 282011...
RVCF Quick Start Guide 3.1.3 Errors which can be recovered manually but not automatically Display Error Cause Remedy 1. Check the noise between Power line 1. Detection circuit malfunctions Over-current during stop and motor line 2. Bad connection for CT signal cable 2.
RVCF Quick Start Guide 3.1.5 Operation errors Display Error Cause Remedy 1. Attempt to modify frequency Parameter and frequency /parameter while 3-17>0000 1. Set 3-17=0000 reverse already locked 2. Attempt to reverse while 1- 2. Set 1-02=0000 02=0001 1. Press while 1-06>0 or running at preset speed.
RVCF Quick Start Guide 3.2 General functional troubleshooting Status Checking point Remedy • Is the power applied? Is power applied to L1(L), L2, and L3(N) • Turn the power OFF and then ON again. terminals (is the charging indicator lit)? •...
RVCF Quick Start Guide Appendix 2: CE certificate Specifications are subject to change without notice. Pictures are just an example. For special features and/or customization, please ask to our sales network. 282011...
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RVCF Quick Start Guide Appendix 3: Approvals Table - UL Listing and CE certification Information See attached CE approval Europe certificate File number UL / cULs approval USA & Canada E319186 RoHS Specifications are subject to change without notice. Pictures are just an example. For special features and/or customization, please ask to our sales network. 282011...
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