Operating Guide

VLT® Refrigeration Drive FC 103

110-800 kW, D9h-D10h and E5h-E6h Enclosed Drives

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Contents
1 Introduction 8
1.1 Purpose of this Operating Guide 8

1.2 Additional Resources 8

1.3 Manual Version 8

1.4 Approvals and Certifications 8

1.5 Finding the Declaration of Conformity Certificate 9

1.6 Declaration of Conformity Certificate 10

2 Safety 14
2.1 Safety Symbols 14

2.2 Qualified Personnel 14

2.3 Safety Precautions 15

3 Product Overview 17
3.1 Intended Use 17

3.2 What is an Enclosed Drive? 17

3.3 Location of Options within an Enclosed Drive 20

3.4 Drive Identification 22

3.4.1 Identifying the Drive and Its Options 22

3.4.2 Enclosure Size Identification 23

3.4.3 Type Code Identification 24

3.5 Power Ratings, Weight, and Dimensions 31

3.6 Control Compartment and Local Control Panel 33

3.6.1 Control Compartment Overview 33

3.6.2 Control Compartment Door 34

3.6.3 Local Control Panel (LCP) 35

3.6.4 LCP Menu 37

4 Mechanical Installation 39
4.1 Items Supplied 39

4.2 Split Shipment 39

4.3 Tools Needed 40

4.4 Storing the Drive 40

4.5 Operating Environment 40

4.5.1 Overview 40

4.5.2 Gases 40

4.5.3 Dust 40

4.5.4 Potentially Explosive Atmospheres 41

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4.6 Installation Requirements 41

4.7 Cooling Requirements 42

4.8 Airflow Rates 42

4.9 Lifting the Drive 44

4.10 Combining Multiple Cabinets from a Split Shipment 44

4.11 Installing the Enclosed Drive 46

4.11.1 Creating an Entry for Cables 46

4.11.2 Installing the Drive with Back-channel Cooling Option 46

4.11.3 Securing the Cabinet(s) to the Floor 47

5 Electrical Installation 49
5.1 Safety Instructions 49

5.2 EMC-compliant Installation 49

5.3 Wiring Overview for D9h and D10h Enclosed Drives 53

5.4 Wiring Overview for E5h and E6h Enclosed Drives 54

5.5 Control Terminal Wiring Diagram Cross-reference 55

5.6 Split Shipment Wiring Harnesses 56

5.6.1 Connecting Wiring Harnesses 56

5.6.2 Cable Routing 57

5.6.3 D10h Wiring Harness 65

5.6.4 E5h Wiring Harness 69

5.6.5 E6h Wiring Harness 75

5.7 Control Compartment Wiring 81

5.7.1 Safety Precautions 81

5.7.2 Control Compartment Interior View 82

5.7.3 Control Terminals 83

5.7.4 Relay Terminals 84

5.7.5 Option Card Terminals 84

5.7.6 Control Compartment Options 88

5.8 Connecting Motor, Mains, and Ground Cables 95

5.8.1 Power Cabling and Grounding Considerations 95

5.8.2 Connecting to the Mains 96

5.8.3 Connecting the Drive Module to the Motor 98

5.8.4 Connecting the Sine-wave Filter to the Motor 100

5.8.5 Connecting the dU/dt Filter to the Motor 101

5.8.6 Connecting to Ground 103

5.9 Installing Upstream Fuses 104

5.9.1 Upstream Fuse Considerations 104

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5.9.2 Recommended Fuse Ratings for IEC Installation 104

5.9.3 Recommended Fuse Ratings for UL Installation 105

5.10 Enabling Motor Operation 106

5.11 Selecting the Voltage/Current Input Signal 106

5.12 Setting Up RS485 Serial Communication 107

5.13 Configuring the Passive Harmonic Filter (PHF) 108

5.14 Configuring the dU/dt Filter 108

5.15 Configuring the Sine-wave Filter 108

5.16 MCCB Configuration 108

5.17 Safe Torque Off (STO) Wiring 109

6 Pre-start Check 110

7 Commissioning 112
7.1 Applying Power to the Drive 112

7.2 Programming the Drive 112

7.2.1 Parameter Overview 112

7.2.2 Parameter Navigation 113

7.2.3 Programming Example for an Open-loop Application 113

7.2.4 Entering System Information 114

7.2.5 Configuring Automatic Energy Optimization 115

7.2.6 Configuring Automatic Motor Adaptation 115

7.3 Testing Before System Start-up 115

7.3.1 Testing Motor Rotation 115

7.3.2 Testing Encoder Rotation 115

7.4 Starting Up the Drive for the First Time 116

7.5 Parameter Settings 116

7.5.1 Parameter Setting Overview 116

7.5.2 Uploading and Downloading Parameter Settings 116

7.5.3 Restoring Factory Default Settings Using the Recommended Initialization 117

7.5.4 Restoring Factory Default Settings Using Manual Initialization 117

8 Wiring Configuration Examples 118

8.1 Application Examples 118

8.1.1 Wiring Configuration for Automatic Motor Adaptation (AMA) 118

8.1.2 Wiring Configuration for Automatic Motor Adaptation (AMA) without T27 118

8.1.3 Wiring Configuration: Speed 119

8.1.4 Wiring Configuration: Feedback 121

8.1.5 Wiring Configuration: Run/Stop 122

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8.1.6 Wiring Configuration: Start/Stop 124

8.1.7 Wiring Configuration: External Alarm Reset 126

8.1.8 Wiring Configuration: RS485 126

8.1.9 Wiring Configuration: Motor Thermistor 127

8.1.10 Wiring for Regeneration 127

8.1.11 Wiring Configuration for a Relay Set-up with Smart Logic Control 128

8.1.12 Wiring Configuration: Compressor 128

8.1.13 Wiring Configuration for Single or Multiple Refrigeration Fans/Pumps 129

8.1.14 Wiring Configuration for a Compressor Pack 131

9 Maintenance, Diagnostics, and Troubleshooting 132

9.1 Maintenance and Service 132

9.2 Disposal 132

9.3 Status Messages 132

9.4 Warnings and Alarms 136

9.5 Troubleshooting 152

10 Specifications 155
10.1 Electrical Data 155

10.1.1 Electrical Data, 380–480 V AC 155

10.1.2 Electrical Data, 525–690 V AC 158

10.2 Mains Supply 161

10.3 Motor Output and Motor Data 161

10.3.1 Motor Output (U, V, W) 161

10.3.2 Torque Characteristics 161

10.4 Ambient Conditions 162

10.5 Motor and Control Cables 162

10.6 Control Input/Output and Control Data 162

10.6.1 Control Card, USB Serial Communication 162

10.6.2 STO Terminal XD2.19 (Terminal XD2.19 is Fixed PNP Logic) 163

10.6.3 Control Card, 24 V DC Output 163

10.6.4 Control Card, 10 V DC Output 163

10.6.5 Digital Outputs 163

10.6.6 Digital Inputs 164

10.6.7 Pulse/Encoder Inputs 164

10.6.8 Control Characteristics 164

10.6.9 Relay Outputs 165

10.6.10 Analog Output 165

10.6.11 Analog Inputs 165

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10.6.12 Control Card, RS485 Serial Communication 166

10.6.13 Control Card Performance 166

10.7 Filter Specifications 166

10.7.1 Passive Harmonic Filter Specifications 166

10.7.2 Line Reactor Specifications 167

10.7.3 dU/dt Filter Specifications 168

10.7.4 Sine-wave Filter Specifications 168

10.8 Fuses, Circuit Breakers, and Switches 169

10.8.1 Panel Fuses 170

10.8.2 Contactor Switches 171

10.8.3 Fusible Disconnect Switches 172

10.8.4 Non-fusible Disconnect Switches 173

10.8.5 Molded-case Circuit Breakers 174

10.9 Enclosure Dimensions 175

10.9.1 Pedestal Dimensions 175

10.9.2 D9h Enclosed Drive Exterior Dimensions 175

10.9.3 D10h Enclosed Drive Exterior Dimensions 176

10.9.4 E5h Enclosed Drive Exterior Dimensions 177

10.9.5 E6h Enclosed Drive Exterior Dimensions 178

10.10 Enclosure Airflow 179

10.11 Fastener Torque Ratings 179

11 Appendix 180
11.1 Conventions 180

11.2 Abbreviations 180

11.3 International/North American Default Parameter Settings 182

11.4 Required Parameter Settings for Drive Options 183

11.5 Block Diagrams 184

11.6 Input Power Option Losses 187

11.6.1 Contactor Losses 187

11.6.2 Fusible Disconnect Losses 188

11.6.3 Non-fusible Disconnect Losses 189

11.6.4 Molded-case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) Losses 190

11.6.5 Passive Harmonic Filter Losses 191

11.6.6 Line Reactor Losses 192

11.6.7 dU/dt Filter Losses 193

11.6.8 Sine-wave Filter Losses 194

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1 Introduction
1.1 Purpose of this Operating Guide
This Operating Guide provides information for safe installation and commissioning of the AC drive. It is intended for use by qualified
personnel.
Read and follow the instructions to use the drive safely and professionally.
Pay particular attention to the safety instructions and general warnings. Always keep this Operating Guide with the drive.
VLT® is a registered trademark for Danfoss A/S.

1.2 Additional Resources

Other resources are available to understand advanced drive functions and programming.
• The Programming Guide provides detailed information on the LCP, menu system, parameters, and troubleshooting with alarms
and warnings.
• The Design Guide provides detailed information about capabilities and functionality to design motor control systems.
• The Safe Torque Off Operating Guide provides detailed specifications, requirements, and installation instructions for the Safe
Torque Off function.
• Supplementary publications and manuals are available from Danfoss, see www.danfoss.com.

1.3 Manual Version

This manual is regularly reviewed and updated. All suggestions for improvement are welcome.
The original language of this manual is English.

Table 1: Manual and Software Version

Version Remarks Software version

AQ357954340588 - 0201 Updated enclosure illustrations and the input power option loss tables. 2.42

MG80I1xx First version 2.33

1.4 Approvals and Certifications

The following list is a selection of possible type approvals and certifications for Danfoss drives:

089

The specific approvals and certification for the enclosed drive or drive module are on the nameplate of the drive. For more informa-
tion, contact the local Danfoss office or partner.

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Thermal memory retention requirement

The enclosed drive is UL listed per UL508A and CSA 14 standards. The drive module in the enclosed drive system complies with UL
508C or UL 61800-5-1 thermal memory retention requirements. For more information on UL 508C thermal memory retention re-
quirements, refer to the Motor Thermal Protection section in the product-specific Design Guide.

N O T I C E
OUTPUT FREQUENCY LIMIT
Due to export control regulations, the output frequency of the enclosed drive (with no output filters) is limited to 590 Hz. For
demands exceeding 590 Hz, contact Danfoss. For enclosed drives with output filters, the maximum output frequency is limited to
60 Hz without derating and to 100/120 Hz with derating.

ADN-compliance
For more information on compliance with the European Agreement concerning International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by In-
land Waterways (ADN), refer to section ADN-compliant Installation in the product-specific Design Guide.

1.5 Finding the Declaration of Conformity Certificate

1. Open a web browser and enter https://www.danfoss.com/en/service-and-support/documentation/.
2. Click Certificates & declarations.
3. Use the Search field to search for PLV*.

The system provides a list of the search results.

4. Filter the search results be entering the following criteria.
- a. Business unit = Drives
- b. Documents/Document types = Certificate
5. Scroll down until you find the PLV XXX titled certificate for the specific product segment, such as PLV 103 EU Declaration.
Double click the link to the open the certificate. For an example, see 1.6 Declaration of Conformity Certificate.

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1.6 Declaration of Conformity Certificate

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2 Safety
2.1 Safety Symbols
The following symbols are used in this manual:

D A N G E R
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

W A R N I N G
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

C A U T I O N
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

N O T I C E
Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related (for example, messages relating to property damage).

2.2 Qualified Personnel

To allow trouble-free and safe operation of the unit, only qualified personnel with proven skills are allowed to transport, store, as-
semble, install, program, commission, maintain, and decommission this equipment.
Persons with proven skills:
• Are qualified electrical engineers, or persons who have received training from qualified electrical engineers and are suitably
experienced to operate devices, systems, plant, and machinery in accordance with pertinent laws and regulations.
• Are familiar with the basic regulations concerning health and safety/accident prevention.
• Have read and understood the safety guidelines given in all manuals provided with the unit, especially the instructions given in
the Operating Guide.
• Have good knowledge of the generic and specialist standards applicable to the specific application.

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2.3 Safety Precautions

W A R N I N G
LACK OF SAFETY AWARENESS
This document gives important information on how to prevent injury and damage to the equipment or the system. Ignoring
them can lead to death, serious injury, or severe damage to the equipment.
- Make sure to fully understand the dangers and safety measures incurred in the application.

W A R N I N G
DISCHARGE TIME
The drive contains DC-link capacitors and, if input filter options are present, extra capacitors and inductors. These components
can remain charged even when the drive is not powered. High voltage can be present even when the warning indicator lights are
off.
Failure to wait the specified time after power has been removed before performing service or repair work could result in death or
serious injury.
- Stop the motor.
- Disconnect AC mains, permanent magnet type motors, and remote DC-link supplies, including battery back-ups, UPS, and
DC-link connections to other drives.
- Wait for the capacitors to discharge fully. The minimum waiting time is specified both in the Discharge Time table and on the
nameplate on top of the drive.
- Before performing any service or repair work, use an appropriate voltage measuring device to make sure that the capacitors
are fully discharged.

Table 2: Discharge Time

Drive model Minimum waiting time

D9h/D10h 20 minutes

E5h/E6h 40 minutes

W A R N I N G
HIGH VOLTAGE
AC drives contain high voltage when connected to AC mains input. Failure to perform installation , start-up, and maintenance by
qualified personnel can result in death or serious injury.
- Only qualified personnel must perform installation, start-up, and maintenance.

W A R N I N G
UNINTENDED START
When the drive is connected to the AC mains, DC supply, or load sharing, the motor may start at any time, causing risk of death,
serious injury, and equipment or property damage. The motor may start by activation of an external switch, a fieldbus command,
an input reference signal from the LCP or LOP, via remote operation using MCT 10 Set-up software, or after a cleared fault condi-
tion.
- Press [Off] on the LCP before programming parameters.
- Disconnect the drive from the mains whenever personal safety considerations make it necessary to avoid unintended motor
start.
- Check that the drive, motor, and any driven equipment are in operational readiness.

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W A R N I N G
LEAKAGE CURRENT HAZARD
Leakage currents exceed 3.5 mA. Failure to ground the drive properly can result in death or serious injury.
- Ensure the correct grounding of the equipment by a certified electrical installer.

W A R N I N G
ROTATING SHAFTS
Contact with rotating shafts and electrical equipment can result in death or serious injury.
- Ensure that only trained and qualified personnel perform installation, start-up, and maintenance.
- Ensure that electrical work conforms to national and local electrical codes.
- Follow the procedures in this guide.

C A U T I O N
INTERNAL FAILURE HAZARD
An internal failure in the drive can result in serious injury when the drive is not properly closed.
- Ensure that all safety covers are in place and securely fastened before applying power.

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3 Product Overview
3.1 Intended Use

N O T I C E
OUTPUT FREQUENCY LIMIT
Due to export control regulations, the output frequency of the drive is limited to 590 Hz. For demands exceeding 590 Hz, contact
Danfoss.

The enclosed drive is an electronic motor controller that converts AC mains input into a variable AC waveform output. The frequen-
cy and voltage of the output are regulated to control the motor speed or torque. Depending on the configuration, the drive can be
used in standalone applications or form part of a larger system or installation. The enclosed drive is designed to:
• Regulate motor speed in response to system feedback or remote commands from external controllers.
• Provide motor overload protection.
• Monitor system and motor status.
• Reduce harmonics and increase the power factor using the optional passive harmonic filter or line reactor.
• Reduce motor acoustic noise and protect motor insulation with the optional output filters.
• Reduce bearing current and shaft voltage with the optional common-mode filter.
• Reduce high-frequency, electromagnetic noise in the motor cables with the optional dU/dt filter.
• Provide sinusoidal output with optional sine-wave filter.
The enclosed drive is designed for residential, industrial, and commercial environments in accordance with local laws and stand-
ards. Do not use this drive in applications that are non-compliant with specified operating conditions and environments.

N O T I C E
RADIO INTERFERENCE
In a residential environment, this product can cause radio interference.
- Take supplementary mitigation measures.

3.2 What is an Enclosed Drive?

The enclosed drive is an IP21/54 (NEMA 1/12) enclosure surrounding an IP20 (Protected Chassis) drive to form the basis of the sys-
tem. There are 4 enclosed drive models with varying power ratings.
• D9h model: 110–160 kW (125–250 hp)
• D10h model: 200–400 kW (250–450 hp)
• E5h model: 355–630 kW (450–650 hp)
• E6h model: 500–800 kW (650–950 hp)
The enclosed drive is available with various power options and input and output filters to create a factory-built, custom drive. Some
options and filters result in extra cabinets attached to the left or right side of the drive cabinet. These optional cabinets are shown
with dotted lines, while the drive cabinet is shaded.

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1 2 3

Illustration 1: Possible Configurations for a D9h Enclosed Drive

1 Input filter cabinet (passive harmonic filter or line re- 4 Control compartment
actor)
5 Input power options(1)
2 Drives cabinet

3 Sine-wave cabinet

1 The D9h enclosure does not require an input power options cabinet – the input power options are placed in the drive cabinet.
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Illustration 2: Possible Configurations for a D10h Enclosed Drive

1 Input filter cabinet (passive harmonic filter or line re- 4 Sine-wave filter cabinet
actor)
5 Control compartment
2 Input power options cabinet(1)

3 Drive cabinet

1
If more than 1 input power option is ordered, the D10h enclosed drive requires an input power options cabinet. Otherwise the single input power
option is placed below the control compartment in the drive cabinet.

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1 2 3 4

5 6

Illustration 3: Possible Configurations for an E5h or E6h Enclosed Drive

1 Input filter cabinet (passive harmonic filter or line re- 4 Sine-wave filter cabinet
actor)
5 Control compartment
2 Input power options cabinet
6 dU/dt filter cabinet
3 Drive cabinet

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3.3 Location of Options within an Enclosed Drive

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3 8

4
7
6

Illustration 4: Visual Representation of a D9h Enclosure and the Locations of Available Options

1 Passive harmonic filter (PHF) 6 Mains contactor

2 Line reactor 7 dU/dt filter

3 Non-fusible disconnect 8 Common-mode filter

4 Fusible disconnect 9 Sine-wave filter

5 Molded-case circuit breaker (MCCB) 10 Drive module (varies in power rating)

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3 8

4
7
6

Illustration 5: Visual Representation of a D10h Enclosure and the Locations of Available Options

1 Passive harmonic filter (PHF) 6 Mains contactor

2 Line reactor 7 dU/dt filter

3 Non-fusible disconnect 8 Common-mode filter

4 Fusible disconnect 9 Sine-wave filter

5 Molded-case circuit breaker (MCCB) 10 Drive module (varies in power rating)

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2
8

3
7

4
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Illustration 6: Visual Representation of a E5h/E6h Enclosure and the Locations of Available Options

1 Passive harmonic filter (PHF) 6 Mains contactor

2 Line reactor 7 dU/dt filter

3 Non-fusible disconnect 8 Common-mode filter

4 Fusible disconnect 9 Sine-wave filter

5 Molded-case circuit breaker (MCCB) 10 Drive module (varies in power rating)

3.4 Drive Identification

3.4.1 Identifying the Drive and Its Options

Enclosure size and specific options are used throughout this guide whenever procedures or components differ based on the drive
and its options. Use the following steps to identify the enclosed drive:
Procedure
1. Locate the type code (T/C) on the nameplate. The nameplate is found on the exterior of the drive by the bottom grill and
on the control compartment door.
2. Determine the type of enclosure by obtaining the following information from the type code:
- a. Product group and drive series (characters 1–6).
- b. Voltage rating (character 8).
- c. Model/power rating (characters 10–12).
3. Go to Table 3 and use the model number and voltage rating to find the enclosure size.

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4. Using the type code, refer to 3.4.3 Type Code Identification to identify the installed options.
Example

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
Illustration 7: Using the Nameplate to Find the Enclosure Size and Installed Options

1 Type code 5 Mains voltage

2 Product group (PLV = enclosed drive) • 4 = 380–480 V

• 5 = 380–500 V
3 Drive series
• 7 = 525–690 V
• 102 = VLT® HVAC Drive
• 103 = VLT® Refrigeration Drive 6 Model/power rating
• 202 = VLT® AQUA Drive 7 Build date (wwy, where ww = the week and y = the
• 302 = VLT® AutomationDrive last digit of the year)

8 Option codes
4 Low harmonic filter option (if any)

3.4.2 Enclosure Size Identification

Table 3: Model by Drive Voltage

Model Enclosure size (380–480 V) Enclosure size (525–690 V)

N110 D9h D9h

N132 D9h D9h

N160 D9h D9h

N200 D10h D10h

N250 D10h D10h

N315 D10h D10h

N355 E5h –

N400 E5h D10h

N450 E5h E5h

N500 E6h E5h

N560 E6h E5h

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Model Enclosure size (380–480 V) Enclosure size (525–690 V)

N630 – E5h

N710 – E6h

N800 – E6h

3.4.3 Type Code Identification

Table 4: Product Group Code

Character position Code Description

1–3 PLV VLT® Enclosed Drives

Table 5: Drive Series Codes

Character position Code Description

4–6 102 VLT® HVAC Drive FC 102

103 VLT® Refrigeration Drive FC 103

202 VLT® AQUA Drive FC 202

302 VLT® AutomationDrive FC 302

Table 6: Low-harmonic Filter Codes

Character position Code Description

7 T None

P Passive filter, THDi=5%, 50 Hz

H Passive filter, THDi=8%, 50 Hz

L Passive filter, THDi=5%, 60 Hz

U Passive filter, THDi=8%, 60 Hz

Table 7: Mains Voltage Codes

Character position Code Description

8 4 380–480 V

5 380–500 V

7 525–690 V (525–600 V for UL)

Table 8: Norms and Standards Codes

Character position Code Description

9 I IEC

U UL

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Table 9: Power Rating Codes

Character position Code Description

10–12 90K (N90K) 90 kW/125 hp

110 (N110) 110 kW/150 hp

132 (N132) 132 kW/200 hp

160 (N160) 160 kW/250 hp

200 (N200) 200 kW/300 hp

250 (N250) 250 kW/350 hp

315 (N315) 315 kW/450 hp

355 (N355) 355 kW/500 hp

400 (N400) 400 kW/550 hp

450 (N450) 450 kW/600 hp

500 (N500) 500 kW/650 hp

560 (N560) 560 kW/750 hp

630 (N639) 630 kW/900 hp

710 (N710) 710 kW/1000 hp

800 (N800) 800 kW/1200 hp

Table 10: Drive Module PCB Coating Codes

Character position Code Description

13 C Coated PCB

R Coated PCB + ruggedized

Table 11: Plinth (Pedestal) Codes

Character position Code Description

14 1 100 mm high pedestal

2 200 mm high pedestal

4 400 mm high pedestal

5 Marine pedestal

Table 12: Drive Module Braking and Safety Codes

Character position Code Description

15 X No brake IGBT

B Brake IGBT

T Safe Torque Off

U Brake IGBT + Safe Torque Off

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Table 13: Mains Option Codes

Character position Code Description

16–17 MX None

M1 Fusible disconnect

M2 Non-fusible disconnect

M3 Circuit breaker (MCCB)

M4 Mains contactor

M5 AC reactor

M6 Fuses

MA Fusible disconnect + mains contactor

MB Non-fusible disconnect + mains contactor

MC AC reactor + fusible disconnect

MD AC reactor + fusible disconnect + mains contactor

ME AC reactor + non-fusible disconnect

MF AC reactor + circuit breaker (MCCB)

MG AC reactor + mains contactor

MH AC reactor + non-fusible disconnect + mains contactor

Table 14: Output Filter Codes

Character position Code Description

18 X None

D dU/dt filter

S Sine-wave filter

C Common-mode filter

1 Common-mode + dU/dt filters

2 Common-mode + sine-wave filters

Table 15: Reserved Code

Character position Code Description

19 X None

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Table 16: Cable Infeed Codes

Character position Code Description

20 X Bottom

T Top

L Mains top, motor bottom

M Mains bottom, motor top

Table 17: Auxiliary Power Supply Codes

Character position Code Description

21 1 230 V AC external

2 230 V AC internal

4 230 V AC internal + 24 V DC internal

5 230 V AC external + 24 V DC internal

6 120 V AC external

7 120 V AC internal

8 120 V AC internal + 24 V DC internal

9 120 V AC external + 24 V DC internal

Table 18: Back-channel Cooling Codes

Character position Code Description

22 X Bottom in, top out

1 Back in, back out

C Back in, top out

D Bottom in, back out

N None

Table 19: Auxiliary Function Codes

Character posi- Code Description

tion

23–24 AX No auxiliary options

A1 AC socket+cabinet light

A2 Extended I/O terminals

A3 Cabinet heater

A4 Motor heater control

A5 Insulation monitor

AA AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals

AB AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater

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Character posi- Code Description

tion

AC AC socket + cabinet light + motor heater control

AD AC socket + cabinet light + insulation monitor

AE AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater

AF AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + motor heater control

AG AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + insulation monitor

AH AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AI AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AJ AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AK AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insula-
tion monitor

AL AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AM AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AN AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AO AC socket + cabinet light + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AP Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater

AQ Extended I/O terminals + motor heater control

AR Extended I/O terminals + insulation monitor

AS Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AT Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AU Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AV Extended I/O terminals + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AW Cabinet heater + motor heater control

A8 Cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AY Cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AZ Motor heater control + insulation monitor

Table 20: LCP Mounting Codes

Character position Code Description

25 L LCP in the door

N No LCP in the door

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Table 21: Protection Rating Codes

Character position Code Description

26–27 21 IP21

54 IP54

Table 22: Door-mounted Codes

Character posi- Code Description

tion

28–29 XX None

D1 Signal lights and reset button

D2 Emergency switch off + emergency push-button

D3 STO with emergency push-button (basic functional safety)

D4 STO/SS1 with emergency push-button + safely limited speed (TTL encoder)

D5 STO/SS1 with emergency push-button + safely limited speed (HTL encoder)

DA Indicator lights and reset button + emergency switch off and emergency push-button

DB Indicator lights and reset button + STO with emergency push-button (basic functional safety)

DC Indicator lights and reset button + STO/SS1 with emergency push-button + safely limited speed
(TTL encoder)

DE Indicator lights and reset button + STO/SS1 with emergency push-button + safely limited speed
(HTL encoder)

Table 23: A Option Codes

Character position Code Description

30 X No A option

0 VLT® PROFIBUS DP-V1 MCA 101

4 VLT® DeviceNet MCA 104 (FC 102/FC 202/FC 302 only)

6 VLT® CANopen MCA 105 (FC 302 only)

8 VLT® EtherCAT MCA 124 (FC 302 only)

G VLT® LonWorks MCA 108 (FC 102 only)

J VLT® BACnet MCA 109 (FC 102 only)

K VLT® BACnet/IP MCA 125 (FC 102 only)

L VLT® PROFINET MCA 120

N VLT® EtherNet/IP MCA 121 (FC 102/FC 202/FC 302 only)

Q VLT® Modbus TCP MCA 122 (FC 102/FC 202/FC 302 only)

T VLT® PROFIBUS Converter VLT 3000 MCA 113 (FC 302 only)

U VLT® PROFIBUS Converter VLT 5000 MCA 114 (FC 302 only)

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Character position Code Description

Y VLT® POWERLINK MCA 123 (FC 302 only)

W VLT® DeviceNet Converter MCA 194 (FC 302 only)

Z VLT® AK-LonWorks MCA 107 (FC 103 only)

Table 24: B Option Codes

Character position Code Description

31 X No B option

0 VLT® Analog I/O MCB 109 (FC 102/FC 103/FC 202 only)

2 VLT® PTC Thermistor Card MCB 112 (FC 102/FC 202/FC 302 only)

4 VLT® Sensor Input MCB 114 (FC 102/FC 202/FC 302 only)

K VLT® General Purpose I/O Option MCB 101

P VLT® Relay Option MCB 105

Y VLT® Extended Cascade Controller MCO 101 (FC 202 only)

R VLT® Encoder Option MCB 102 (FC 302 only)

U VLT® Resolver Option MCB 103 (FC 302 only)

Z VLT® Safety PLC Interface MCB 108 (FC 302 only)

5 VLT® Programmable I/O MCB 115

6 VLT® Safe Option TTL MCB 150 (FC 302 only)

7 VLT® Safe Option HTL MCB 151 (FC 302 only)

8 VLT® Safety Option MCB 152 (FC 302 only)

Table 25: C0 Option MCO Codes

Character position Code Description

32 X No C option software

4 VLT® Motion Control MCO 305 (FC 302 only)

Table 26: C1 Option Codes

Character position Code Description

33 X No C1 option

5 VLT® Advanced Cascade Controller MCO 102 (FC 202/FC 302 only)

7 VLT® Sensorless Safety MCB 159 (FC 302 only)

R VLT® Extended Relay Card MCB 113 (FC 302 only)

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Table 27: C Option Software Codes

Character position Code Description

34 X No software option

0 VLT® Synchronizing Controller MCO 350 (FC 302 only)

1 VLT® Positioning Controller MCO 351 (FC 302 only)

Table 28: D Option Codes

Character position Code Description

35 X No D option

0 VLT® 24 V DC Supply MCB 107

1 VLT® Real time clock option MCB 117

Table 29: EMC Filter Codes

Character position Code Description

36 2 (H2) RFI class A2 (C3)

4 (H4) RFI class A1 (C2)

Table 30: Reserved Code

Character position Code Description

37–39 X None

Table 31: Documentation Language Codes

Character position Code Description

40 X English, no 2nd language

G English + German

F English + French

3.5 Power Ratings, Weight, and Dimensions

Table 32: Power Ratings and Dimensions for D9h–D10h and E5h–E6h Enclosures (Standard Configurations)

Enclosed drive D9h D10h E5h E6h

Rated power at 380–480 V [kW 110–160 (150–250) 200–315 (300–450) 355–450 (500–600) 500–560 (650–750)
(hp)]

Rated power at 525–690 V [kW 110–160 (125–200) 200–400 (250–400) 450–630 (450–650) 710–800 (750–950)
(hp)]

Protection rating IP21 (NEMA 1)/ IP21 (NEMA 1)/IP54 IP21 (NEMA 1)/IP54 IP21 (NEMA 1)/IP54
IP54 (NEMA 12) (NEMA 12) (NEMA 12) (NEMA 12)

Drive cabinet D9h D10h E5h E6h

Height [mm (in)](1) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7)

Width [mm (in)](2) 400 (15.8) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 800 (31.5)

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Enclosed drive D9h D10h E5h E6h

Depth [mm (in)] 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)

Weight [kg (lb)](2) 280 (617) 355 (783) 400 (882) 431 (950)

Input filter cabinet D9h D10h E5h E6h

Height [mm (in)](1) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7)

Width [mm (in)] 400 (15.8)/600 400 (15.8)/600 600 (23.6)/800 (31.5) 600 (23.6)/800 (31.5)
(23.6) (23.6)

Depth [mm (in)] 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)

Weight [kg (lb)] 410 (904) 410 (904)/530 530 (1168) 530 (1168)/955
(1168) (2105)

Input power options cabinet D9h D10h E5h E6h

Height [mm (in)](1) – 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7)

Width [mm (in)] – 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)

Depth [mm (in)] – 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)

Weight [kg (lb)] – 380 (838) 380 (838) 380 (838)

Sine-wave filter cabinet D9h D10h E5h E6h

Height [mm (in)](1) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7)

Width [mm (in)] 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 1200 (47.2) 1200 (47.2)

Depth [mm (in)] 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)

Weight [kg (lb)] 384 (847) 384 (847) 768 (1693) 768 (1693)

dU/dt filter cabinet D9h D10h E5h E6h

Height [mm (in)](1) – – 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7)

Width [mm (in)](3) – – 400 (15.8) 400 (15.8)

Depth [mm (in)] – – 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)

Weight [kg (lb)] – – 240 (529) 240 (529)

Top entry/exit cabinet D9h D10h E5h E6h

Height [mm (in)](1) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7) 2100 (82.7)

Width [mm (in)](3) 400 (15.8) 400 (15.8) 400 (15.8) 400 (15.8)

Depth [mm (in)] 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)

Weight [kg (lb)] 164 (362) 164 (362) 164 (362) 164 (362)

1
Cabinet height includes standard 100 mm (3.9 in) pedestal. A 200 mm (7.9 in) or 400 mm (15.8 in) pedestal is optional.
2 Without options.
3 The E5h and E6h enclosures contain 2 sine-wave cabinets. The provided width is the total of both cabinets.

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3.6 Control Compartment and Local Control Panel

3.6.1 Control Compartment Overview

The control compartment is a self-contained space that can be accessed without opening the drive enclosure. The control compart-
ment contains the following:
• Control terminals.
• Relay terminals.
• Terminals for option cards.
• Optional components:
- Auxiliary supply terminals.
- Auxiliary voltage transformer connections.
- +24 V DC external supply.
- AC customer socket.
- Extended I/O terminals.
- Cabinet heater connections.
- Motor heater control connections.
- Thermal trip indicator relays.
- Insulation monitor.
- Magnetic cabinet light.
• Buttons and indicator lights (on the exterior door).
• Local control panel (LCP).
• Product nameplate.

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3.6.2 Control Compartment Door

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2
6

5
9

Illustration 8: Exterior Door of Control Compartment (Shown with All Options)

1 Local control panel (LCP) 6 USB slot

2 Emergency push-button 7 0–1 Start switch

3 Fault indicator light 8 Reset button

4 Run indicator light 9 Nameplate

5 Insulation fault indicator light

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3.6.3 Local Control Panel (LCP)

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A1.1 0 RPM 0.00 A 0.00 kW A1.3
A1.2
0.0 Hz A2
0.0 % A3

Off Remote Stop

B1 Quick Main Alarm B4

Status
Menu Menu Log

B2 B3

C2
ck

Ca
Ba

nc

C1
el

C3
Info

On OK
D1
Warn.
D2 C4
Alarm C5
D3

E1 Hand Auto Reset E3

Off
On On

E2 E4

Illustration 9: Graphical Local Control Panel (LCP)

The local control panel (LCP) is the combined display and keypad on the front of the drive. The LCP is used to:
• Control the drive and motor.
• Access drive parameters and program the drive.
• Show operational data, drive status, and warnings.
A numeric local control panel (NLCP) is available as an option. The NLCP operates in a manner similar to the LCP, but there are
differences. For details on how to use the NLCP, see the product-specific programming guide.
A. Display area
Each display readout has a parameter associated with it. The information shown on the LCP can be customized for specific applica-
tions. Refer to My Personal Menu in the LCP Menu section.

Table 33: LCP Display Area

Callout Parameter Default setting

A1.1 Parameter 0-20 Display Line 1.1 Small ReferenceSpeed [%]

A1.2 Parameter 0-21 Display Line 1.2 Small Motor current [A]

A1.3 Parameter 0-22 Display Line 1.3 Small Power [kW]

A2 Parameter 0-23 Display Line 2 Large Frequency [Hz]

A3 Parameter 0-24 Display Line 3 Large kWh counter

B. Menu keys
Menu keys are used to access the menu for setting up parameters, toggling through status display modes during normal operation,
and viewing fault log data.

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Table 34: LCP Menu Keys

Callout Key Function

B1 Status Shows operational information.

B2 Quick Menu Allows access to parameters for initial set-up instructions. Also provides detailed application steps. Refer
to Quick Menu mode in the LCP Menu section.

B3 Main Menu Allows access to all parameters. Refer to Main Menu mode in the LCP Menu section.

B4 Alarm Log Shows a list of current warnings and the last 10 alarms.

C. Navigation keys
Navigation keys are used for programming functions and moving the display cursor. The navigation keys also provide speed control
in local (hand) operation. The display brightness can be adjusted by pressing [Status] and [▵]/[▿] keys.

Table 35: LCP Navigation Keys

Callout Key Function

C1 Back Reverts to the previous step or list in the menu structure.

C2 Cancel Cancels the last change or command as long as the display mode has not changed.

C3 Info Shows a definition of the function being shown.

C4 OK Accesses parameter groups or enables an option.

C5 [▵][▹] [▿] [◃] Moves between items in the menu.

D. Indicator lights
Indicator lights identify the drive status and provide a visual notification of warning or fault conditions.

Table 36: LCP Indicator Lights

Callout Indicator LED Function

D1 On Green Activates when the drive receives power from the mains voltage or a 24 V external supply.

D2 Warn. Yellow Activates when warning conditions are active. Text appears in the display area identifying the
problem.

D3 Alarm Red Activates during a fault condition. Text appears in the display area identifying the problem.

E. Operation keys and reset

The operation keys are found toward the bottom of the local control panel.

Table 37: LCP Operation Keys and Reset

Callout Key Function

E1 [Hand On] Starts the drive in local control. An external stop signal by control input or serial communication overrides
the local [Hand On].

E2 Off Stops the motor but does not remove power to the drive.

E3 Reset Resets the drive manually after a fault has been cleared.

E4 Auto On Puts the system in remote operational mode so it can respond to an external start command by control
terminals or serial communication.

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3.6.4 LCP Menu

Quick Menus
The Quick Menus mode provides a list of menus used to configure and operate the drive. Select the Quick Menus mode by pressing
the [Quick Menu] key. The resulting readout appears on the LCP display.

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Quick Menus
Q1 My Personal Menu
Q2 Quick Setup
Q3 Function Setups
Q4 Smart Start
Illustration 10: Quick Menu View

Q1 My Personal Menu
The Personal Menu is used to determine what is shown in the display area. Refer to 3.6.3 Local Control Panel (LCP). This menu can
also show up to 50 pre-programmed parameters. These 50 parameters are manually entered using parameter 0-25 My Personal
Menu.
Q2 Quick Setup
The parameters found in the Q2 Quick Setup contain basic system and motor data that are always necessary for configuring the
drive. See 7.2.4 Entering System Information for the set-up procedures.
Q3 Function Setups
The parameters found in the Q3 Function Setups contain data for fan, compressor, and pump functions. This menu also includes
parameters for LCP display, digital preset speeds, scaling of analog references, closed-loop single-zone, and multizone applications.
Q4 Smart Setup
Q4 Smart Setup guides the user through typical parameter settings used to configure 1 of the following 3 applications:
• Mechanical brake.
• Conveyor.
• Pump/fan.
The [Info] key can be used to see help information for various selections, settings, and messages.
Q5 Changes Made
Select Q5 Changes Mode for information about:
• The 10 most recent changes.
• Changes made from default setting.
Q6 Loggings
Use Q6 Loggings for fault finding. To get information about the display line readout, select Loggings. The information is shown as
graphs. Only parameters selected in parameter 0-20 Display Line 1.1 Small through parameter 0-24 Display Line 3 Large can be viewed.
It is possible to store up to 120 samples in the memory for later reference.

Table 38: Logging Parameter Examples

Q6 Loggings

Parameter 0-20 Display Line 1.1 Small Reference [%]

Parameter 0-21 Display Line 1.2 Small Motor Current [A]

Parameter 0-22 Display Line 1.3 Small Power [kW]

Parameter 0-23 Display Line 2 Large Frequency

Parameter 0-24 Display Line 3 Large kWh Counter

Main Menu
The Main Menu mode is used to:

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• List the parameter groups available to the drive and drive options.
• Change parameter values.

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Main Menu
O-** Operation / Display
1-** Load and Motor
2-** Brakes
3-** Reference / Ramps
Illustration 11: Main Menu View

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4 Mechanical Installation
4.1 Items Supplied
Items supplied can vary according to product configuration.
• Make sure that the items supplied and the information on the nameplate correspond to the order confirmation.
• Visually check the packaging and the drive for damage caused by inappropriate handling during shipment. File any claim for
damage with the carrier. Retain damaged parts for clarification.

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2
3
4
5

Illustration 12: Example of a Product Nameplate for E6h Enclosure (IEC Version on Left, UL Version on Right)

1 Type code 4 Input voltage, frequency, and current (at low/high

voltages)
2 Part number and serial number
5 Output voltage, frequency, and current (at low/high
3 Power rating voltages)

6 Discharge time

N O T I C E
WARRANTY
Removing the nameplate from the drive results in loss of warranty.

4.2 Split Shipment

Depending on what options are ordered with an enclosed drive, the drive can consist of 5 cabinets and measure 3400 mm (134 in)
in width, which can be difficult to transport and handle. In cases where an enclosed drive exceeds 1800 mm (71 in) in width, the
cabinets are separated and shipped in multiple boxes. All necessary fasteners needed for reassembly are provided in the delivery.
To reassemble a split shipment, refer to 4.10 Combining Multiple Cabinets from a Split Shipment and 5.6.1 Connecting Wiring Har-
nesses.

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4.3 Tools Needed

• I-beam and hooks rated to lift the weight of the drive.
• Crane or other lifting aid to place the unit into position.
• Drill with a 12 mm (1/2 in) drill bit.
• Tape measurer.
• Phillips and flat-bladed screwdrivers.
• Wrench with 7–17 mm metric sockets.
• Wrench extensions.
• T25 and T50 Torx drives.
• Sheet metal punch and/or pliers for cable entry plate.

4.4 Storing the Drive

Store the drive in a dry location. Keep the equipment sealed in its packaging until installation. Refer to the Ambient Conditions
section for recommended ambient temperature.
Periodic forming (capacitor charging) is not necessary during storage unless storage exceeds 12 months.

4.5 Operating Environment

4.5.1 Overview
In environments with airborne liquids, particles, or corrosive gases, ensure that the IP/NEMA protection rating of the equipment
matches the installation environment. Refer to the Ambient Conditions section.

N O T I C E
CONDENSATION
Moisture can condense on the electronic components and cause short circuits.
- Avoid installation in areas subject to frost.
- Install an optional space heater when the unit is colder than the ambient air.
- Operating in standby mode reduces the risk of condensation as long as the power dissipation keeps the circuitry free of
moisture.

N O T I C E
EXTREME AMBIENT CONDITIONS
Hot or cold temperatures compromise unit performance and longevity.
- Do not operate in environments where the ambient temperature exceeds 50 °C (122 °F) for units rated at 400–500 V and
45 °C (113 °F) for units rated at 525–690 V unless the drive is derated. Refer to the Derating section in the design guide.
- The unit can operate at temperatures down to -10 °C (14 °F). However, proper operation at rated load is only guaranteed at
0 °C (32 °F) or higher. Also, temperature feedback is not shown when temperatures are below 0 °C (32 °F).
- Provide extra air conditioning for the cabinet or installation site when the temperature exceeds ambient temperature limits.

4.5.2 Gases
Aggressive gases, such as hydrogen sulphide, chlorine, or ammonia can damage the electrical and mechanical components. The
unit uses conformal-coated circuit boards to reduce the effects of aggressive gases.
For conformal coating class specifications and ratings, see the Ambient Conditions section.

4.5.3 Dust
When installing the unit in a dusty environment, keep the following free from dust buildup:
• Electronic components.
• Heat sink.
• Fans.

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Keep the heat sink and fans free from dust buildup. When dust accumulates on electronic components, it acts as a layer of insula-
tion. This layer reduces the cooling capacity of the components, and the components become warmer. The hotter environment
decreases the life of the electronic components. Dust can also accumulate on fan blades, causing an imbalance which prevents the
fan from properly cooling the unit. Dust buildup can also damage fan bearings and cause premature fan failure.
For more information, refer to the Maintenance and Service section.

4.5.4 Potentially Explosive Atmospheres

W A R N I N G
EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERE
Installing the drive in a potentially explosive atmosphere can lead to death, personal injury, or property damage.
- Install the unit in a cabinet outside of the potentially explosive area.
- Use a motor with an appropriate ATEX protection class.
- Install a PTC temperature sensor to monitor the motor temperature.
- Install short motor cables.
- Use sine-wave output filters when shielded motor cables are not used.

As required by the EU Directive 2014/34/EU, any electrical or electronic device intended for use in an environment with a potentially
explosive mixture of air, flammable gas, or dust must be ATEX-certified. Systems operated in this environment must fulfill the fol-
lowing special conditions to comply with the ATEX protection class:
• Class d specifies that if a spark occurs, it is contained in a protected area.
• Class e prohibits any occurrence of a spark.
Motors with class d protection
Does not require approval. Special wiring and containment are required.
Motors with class e or class n protection
When combined with an ATEX-approved PTC monitoring device like the VLT® PTC Thermistor Card MCB 112, installation does not
need an individual approval from an approbated organization.
Motors with class d/e protection
The motor itself has an e ignition protection class, while the motor cabling and connection environment are in compliance with the
d classification. To attenuate the high peak voltage, use a sine-wave filter at the drive output.

N O T I C E
MOTOR THERMISTOR SENSOR MONITORING
Units with the VLT® PTC Thermistor Card MCB 112 option are PTB-certified for potentially explosive atmospheres.

4.6 Installation Requirements

N O T I C E
OVERHEATING
Improper mounting can result in overheating and reduced performance.
- Install the drive according to the installation and cooling requirements.

• Locate the unit as near to the motor as possible. For the maximum motor cable length, see 10.5 Motor and Control Cables.
• Ensure unit stability by mounting the unit to a solid surface.
• Ensure that the strength of the mounting location supports the unit weight.
• Ensure that there is enough space around the unit for proper cooling. Refer to 10.10 Enclosure Airflow.
• Ensure enough access to open the door.
• Ensure cable entry from the bottom.

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4.7 Cooling Requirements

N O T I C E
OVERHEATING
Improper mounting can result in overheating and reduced performance.
- Install the drive following the installation and cooling requirements.

• Ensure that top and bottom clearance for air cooling is provided. Clearance requirement: 225 mm (9 in).
• Provide sufficient airflow flow rate. See 4.8 Airflow Rates.
• Consider derating for temperatures starting between 45 °C (113 °F) and 50 °C (122 °F) and elevation 1000 m (3300 ft) above sea
level.
The enclosed drive, excluding the input power options cabinet, utilizes a back-channel cooling concept that removes the air used to
cool the heat sink. The heat sink cooling air carries approximately 90% of the heat out of the back channel of the drive. Different
back-channel cooling kits are available to redirect the airflow based on individual needs.

4.8 Airflow Rates

Table 39: Airflow Rates for D9h Enclosure

Cabinet Back-channel fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Drive module top fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Cabinet door fan [m3/hr (cfm)]

PHF/line reactor 450 (265) – –

Drive 420 (250) 102 (60) 150 (90)

dU/dt – – –

Sine-wave 900 (530) – –

Top entry/top exit – – –

Table 40: Airflow Rates for D10h Enclosure

Cabinet Back-channel fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Drive module top fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Cabinet door fan [m3/hr (cfm)]

PHF/line reactor 515 (303) – –

Input options – – 510 (310)

Drive 840 (500) 204 (120) 315 (185)

dU/dt – – –

Sine-wave 900 (530) – –

Top entry/top exit – – –

Table 41: Airflow Rates for E5h Enclosure

Cabinet Back-channel fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Drive module top fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Cabinet door fan [m3/hr (cfm)]

PHF/line reactor 765 (450) – –

Input options – – 510 (310)

Drive 994 (585) 595 (350) 335 (200)

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Cabinet Back-channel fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Drive module top fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Cabinet door fan [m3/hr (cfm)]

dU/dt 665 (392) – –

Sine-wave 2x900 (530) – –

Top entry/top exit – – –

Table 42: Airflow Rates for E6h Enclosure

Cabinet Back-channel fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Drive module top fan [m3/hr (cfm)] Cabinet door fan [m3/hr (cfm)]

PHF/line reactor 1285 (755) – –

Input options – – 510 (310)

Drive 1053–1206 (620–710) 629 (370) 430 (255)

dU/dt 665 (392) – –

Sine-wave 2x900 (530) – –

Top entry/top exit – – –

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4.9 Lifting the Drive

W A R N I N G
HEAVY WEIGHT
The drive is heavy. Failure to follow local safety regulations for lifting heavy weights may cause death, personal injury, or property
damage.
- Ensure that the lifting equipment is in proper working condition.
- Check the weight of the drive and verify that the lifting equipment can safely lift the weight.
- Ensure that the angle from the top of the drive to the lifting cable is 65° or greater.
- Test lift the drive approximately 610 mm (24 in) to verify the proper center of gravity lift point. Reposition the lifting point if
the unit is not level.
- Never walk under suspended loads.

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4.10 Combining Multiple Cabinets from a Split Shipment

Procedure
1. Make sure the cabinets are in the right order and place them side by side. For the proper order, refer to 3.2 What is an
Enclosed Drive?.
2. Attach the cabinets to one another:
- a. Remove the Rittal back cover from each cabinet.
- b. Secure the back side of the cabinets to one another using the back brackets. See Illustration 14.
-

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c. Secure the front side of the cabinets to one another using the front brackets. See Illustration 14.
- d. Secure the lifting eyelets to the top of the cabinets. See Illustration 15.
- e. Join the grounding bars using the connector piece (see the shaded piece in Illustration 16).
Example

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Illustration 14: Bracket Mounting Points for Cabinets

1 Front brackets

2 Back brackets
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Illustration 16: Connecting the Grounding Bar Between Cabinets

4.11 Installing the Enclosed Drive

4.11.1 Creating an Entry for Cables

Procedure
1. Locate the cabinets that contain the motor and mains terminals.
2. Open the cabinet doors and remove any protective covers placed over the terminals.
3. Cut or drill openings in the cable entry plate and fit with appropriate Type-rated IEC/UL conduits, according to the mains
and motor cable sizes.
4. Terminate the shields properly.

4.11.2 Installing the Drive with Back-channel Cooling Option

Procedure
1. Select an area in which to install the enclosure. Do not install the enclosure in an airtight space. The drive receives approxi-
mately 5–10% of intake air from the front of the cabinet.
2. Measure the duct openings in the back of the cabinets and create corresponding openings in the wall where the enclosure
will be located.
3. If the enclosed drive is configured with a cabinet heater, connect the cabinet heater supply cable to the correct terminals in
the control compartment. Refer to 5.7.2 Control Compartment Interior View.
4. Move the enclosure near the wall, lining up the enclosure ducts with the openings in the wall.

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5. Make sure to provide an airtight seal for between the duct and wall opening.
Example

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4.11.3 Securing the Cabinet(s) to the Floor

There are 3 methods to secure the cabinet to the floor:
• Use the 4 mounting points at the base of the pedestal.
• Use the 2 mounting points at the front base of the pedestal and the 2 mounting points at the upper back of the cabinet.
• Use the 2 mounting points in the mounting bracket and the 2 mounting points at the front base of the pedestal.
To use the mounting bracket, first attach it to the floor by sliding the edge of the cabinet pedestal under the mounting bracket.
Then secure the 2 mounting holes to the front base of the pedestal.

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Example

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Illustration 18: Cabinet Mounting Points

A The 4 mounting points at the base of the pedestal C The 2 mounting points at the upper back of the cab-
inet
B The 2 mounting points at the front base of the ped-
estal D The 2 mounting points in the mounting bracket

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5 Electrical Installation
5.1 Safety Instructions
See the Safety Precautions section for general safety warnings.

N O T I C E
EXCESSIVE HEAT AND PROPERTY DAMAGE
Overcurrent can generate excessive heat within the drive. Failure to provide overcurrent protection can result in risk of fire and
property damage.
- Additional protective equipment such as short-circuit protection or motor thermal protection between drive and motor is
required for applications with multiple motors.
- Input fusing is required to provide short circuit and overcurrent protection. If fuses are not factory-supplied, the installer
must provide them. See maximum fuse ratings in the Specifications chapter.

N O T I C E
WIRE TYPE AND RATINGS
All wiring must comply with local and national regulations regarding cross-section and ambient temperature requirements. For
power connections, minimum 75 °C (167 °F) rated copper wire is recommended. Refer to the the Specifications chapter.

W A R N I N G
INDUCED VOLTAGE
Induced voltage from output motor cables from different drives that are run together can charge equipment capacitors even
with the equipment turned off and locked out. Failure to run output motor cables separately or use shielded cables could result
in death or serious injury.
- Run output motor cables separately or use shielded cables.
- Simultaneously lock out all the drives.

W A R N I N G
SHOCK HAZARD
The drive can cause a DC current in the PE conductor. Failure to use a Type B residual current-operated protective device (RCD)
may lead to the RCD not providing the intended protection and therefore may result in death or serious injury.
- When an RCD is used for protection against electrical shock, only a Type B device is allowed on the supply side.

N O T I C E
PROPERTY DAMAGE
Protection against motor overload is not included in the default setting. For the North American market, the ETR function pro-
vides class 20 motor overload protection in accordance with NEC. Failure to set the ETR function means that motor overload pro-
tection is not provided and property damage can occur if the motor overheats.
- Enable the ETR function by setting parameter 1-90 Motor Thermal Protection to [ETR trip] or [ETR warning].

5.2 EMC-compliant Installation

To obtain an EMC-compliant installation, be sure to follow all electrical installation instructions.
Also, remember to practice the following:

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• When using relays, control cables, a signal interface, fieldbus, or brake, connect the shield to the enclosure at both ends. If the
ground path has high impedance, is noisy, or is carrying current, break the shield connection on 1 end to avoid ground current
loops.
• Convey the currents back to the unit using a metal mounting plate. Ensure good electrical contact from the mounting plate by
securely fastening the mounting screws to the drive chassis.
• Use shielded cables for motor output cables. An alternative is unshielded motor cables within metal conduit.
• Ensure that motor and brake cables are as short as possible to reduce the interference level from the entire system.
• Avoid placing cables with a sensitive signal level alongside motor and brake cables.
• For communication and command/control lines, follow the particular communication protocol standards. For example, USB
must use shielded cables, but RS485/ethernet can use shielded UTP or unshielded UTP cables.
• Ensure that all control terminal connections are rated protective extra low voltage (PELV).

N O T I C E
TWISTED SHIELD ENDS (PIGTAILS)
Twisted shield ends increase the shield impedance at higher frequencies, which reduces the shield effect and increases the leak-
age current.
- Use integrated shield clamps instead of twisted shield ends.

N O T I C E
SHIELDED CABLES
If shielded cables or metal conduits are not used, the unit and the installation do not meet regulatory limits on radio frequency
(RF) emission levels.

N O T I C E
EMC INTERFERENCE
Failure to isolate power, motor, and control cables can result in unintended behavior or reduced performance.
- Use shielded cables for motor and control wiring.
- Provide a minimum 200 mm (7.9 in) separation between mains input, motor cables, and control cables.

N O T I C E
INSTALLATION AT HIGH ALTITUDE
There is a risk for overvoltage. Isolation between components and critical parts could be insufficient and may not comply with
PELV requirements.
- Use external protective devices or galvanic isolation. For installations above 2000 m (6500 ft) altitude, contact Danfoss re-
garding protective extra low voltage (PELV) compliance.

N O T I C E
PROTECTIVE EXTRA LOW VOLTAGE (PELV) COMPLIANCE
Prevent electric shock by using PELV electrical supply and complying with local and national PELV regulations.

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1 Programmable logic controller (PLC) 10 Mains cable (unshielded)

2 Minimum 16 mm2 (6 AWG) equalizing cable 11 Output contactor, and so on

3 Control cables 12 Cable insulation stripped

4 Minimum 200 mm (7.9 in) between control cables, 13 Common ground busbar. Follow local and national
motor cables, and mains cables requirements for cabinet grounding

5 Mains supply options, see IEC/EN 61800-5-1 14 Brake resistor

6 Bare (unpainted) surface 15 Terminal box

7 Star washers 16 Connection to motor

8 Brake cable (shielded) – not shown, but same 17 Motor

gounding principle applies as for motor cable
18 EMC cable gland
9 Motor cable (shielded)

N O T I C E
EMC INTERFERENCE
Use shielded cables for motor and control wiring, and separate cables for input power, motor wiring, and control wiring. Failure
to isolate power, motor, and control cables can result in unintended behavior or reduced performance. Minimum 200 mm (7.9 in)
clearance is required between power, motor, and control cables.

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5.3 Wiring Overview for D9h and D10h Enclosed Drives

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3-phase 91 (L1) (U) 96
power 92 (L2) (V) 97
input 93 (L3) (W) 98
95 (PE) (PE) 99
Motor
Switch mode
power supply
10 V DC 24 V DC (R+) 82 Brake resistor
15 mA 200 mA (option)
+10 V DC 50 (+10 V OUT) + - + - (R-) 81 XD2
XD2.6
A53 U-I (S201) Terminal
block
1 2

XD2.7 53 (A IN)
ON

0 V DC - 10 V DC Relay1
ON=0–20 mA XD2.21
0/4–20 mA A54 U-I (S202) OFF=0–10 V 03
240 V AC, 2A
1 2

ON

XD2.8 54 (A IN) XD2.23

0 V DC - 10 V DC 02
400 V AC, 2A
0/4–20 mA XD2.22
XD2.9
55 (COM A IN) 01
XD2.10 Relay2
XD2.24
12 (+24 V OUT) 06
240 V AC, 2A
XD2.11 XD2.26
13 (+24 V OUT) P 5-00 05
400 V AC, 2A
XD2.12 24 V (NPN) XD2.25
18 (D IN) 04
0 V (PNP)
XD2.13 24 V (NPN) XD2.4
19 (D IN) 0 V (PNP) (COM A OUT) 39 Analog output
XD2.18 0/4-20 mA
(A OUT) 42 XD2.5
20 (COM D IN)
XD2.14 24 V (NPN) S801/Bus term.
27 (D IN/OUT) OFF-ON
0 V (PNP)
24 V ON=Terminated
1 2

ON

OFF=Open 1
Brake temp
0V 5V 2 (NC)
XD2.15 24 V (NPN)
29 (D IN/OUT) 0 V (PNP)
24 V
0V
S801
0V XD2.2
RS485 (P RS485) 68 RS485
XD2.16 24 V (NPN) Interface XD2.3
32 (D IN) 0 V (PNP) (N RS485) 69
XD2.17 24 V (NPN) 2) XD2.1
33 (D IN) (COM RS485) 61
0 V (PNP)
(PNP) = Source
(NPN) = Sink
XD2.19 1)
37 (D IN) - option
Drive
cabinet
Control compartment

Illustration 20: Basic Wiring Overview for Enclosures D9h and D10h

1 Terminal 37 (optional) is used for Safe Torque Off. Refer to the VLT® FC Series - Safe Torque Off Operating Guide for
installation instructions.

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3-phase 91 (L1) = = = (U) 96
power 92 (L2) (V) 97
input 93 (L3) (W) 98
95 (PE) (PE) 99
Motor
Switch mode
power supply Regen+
10 V DC 24 V DC Brake
(R+) 82 resistor
15 mA 200 mA (R-) 81 Regen
(option)
+10 V DC 50 (+10 V OUT) + - + - (option) XD2
XD2.6 Regen-
A53 U-I (S201) Terminal
(R-) 83 block
1 2

XD2.7 53 (A IN)
ON

0 V DC - 10 V DC Relay1
ON=0–20 mA XD2.21
0/4–20 mA A54 U-I (S202) OFF=0–10 V 03
240 V AC, 2A
1 2

ON

XD2.8 54 (A IN) XD2.23

0 V DC - 10 V DC 02
400 V AC, 2A
0/4–20 mA XD2.22
XD2.9
55 (COM A IN) 01
XD2.10 Relay2
XD2.24
12 (+24 V OUT) 06
240 V AC, 2A
XD2.11 XD2.26
13 (+24 V OUT) P 5-00 05
400 V AC, 2A
XD2.12 24 V (NPN) XD2.25
18 (D IN) 04
0 V (PNP)
XD2.13 24 V (NPN) XD2.4
19 (D IN) 0 V (PNP) (COM A OUT) 39 Analog output
XD2.18 0/4-20 mA
(A OUT) 42 XD2.5
20 (COM D IN)
XD2.14 24 V (NPN) S801/Bus term.
27 (D IN/OUT) OFF-ON
0 V (PNP)
24 V ON=Terminated
1 2

ON

OFF=Open 1
Brake temp
0V 5V 2 (NC)
XD2.15 24 V (NPN)
29 (D IN/OUT) 0 V (PNP)
24 V
0V
S801
0V XD2.2
RS485 (P RS485) 68 RS485
XD2.16 24 V (NPN) Interface XD2.3
32 (D IN) 0 V (PNP) (N RS485) 69
XD2.17 24 V (NPN) 2) XD2.1
33 (D IN) (COM RS485) 61
0 V (PNP)
(PNP) = Source
(NPN) = Sink
XD2.19 1)
37 (D IN) - option
Drive
cabinet
Control compartment

Illustration 21: Basic Wiring Overview for Enclosures E5h and E6h

1 Terminal 37 (optional) is used for Safe Torque Off. Refer to the VLT® pFC Series - Safe Torque Off Operating Guide for
installation instructions.

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5.5 Control Terminal Wiring Diagram Cross-reference

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1 7 4
12 13 18 19 27 29 32 33 20 37
8

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18
R1 R2
19
5

21 01 02 03 04 05 06

22

23

24

25

26

Illustration 22: Serial Communication, Digital Input/Output, Analog Input/Output, and Relay Terminals Cross-reference

1 User-accessible terminals (control compartment) 4 Digital input/output terminals (drive module)

2 Serial communication terminals (drive module) 5 Relay terminals (drive module)

3 Analog input/output terminals (drive module)

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5.6 Split Shipment Wiring Harnesses

5.6.1 Connecting Wiring Harnesses

Procedure
1. Follow the recommended cable routing between cabinets, if applicable. See the Cable Routing section.
2. Connect the wiring harnesses according to how the enclosed drive is split. Each wiring harness in the enclosed drive is
labeled. Refer to the illustrations in the appropriate wiring harness sections.
- a. Connect the fan supply wiring harness.
- b. Connect the thermal protection harness.
- c. If applicable, connect the PHF contactor harnesses.
- d. If applicable, connect the cabinet heater harness.
3. Connect the output filter cables. Refer to the illustrations in the appropriate wiring harness sections.
- For the sine-wave filter option, there is 1 set of cables for each sine-wave filter. One end of each cable is already connec-
ted to the filter, the other end is bundled in the sine-wave filter cabinet. Connect the unattached sine-wave cable ends
to the motor terminals inside the drive cabinet.
- For the dU/dt filter option, the unattached filter cables are bundled inside the dU/dt filter cabinet. Connect the unat-
tached cable ends to the motor terminals within the drive cabinet.
4. Connect the input filter cables. Refer to the illustrations in the appropriate wiring harness sections.
- For the passive harmonic filter (PHF) option, the filter cables are bundled inside the input filter cabinet. First connect
the unattached PHF cable ends (R/S/T) to the corresponding terminals in the input power options cabinet. Then con-
nect the unattached PHF cable ends (L1R/L2S/L3T) to the R/S/T terminals in the drive cabinet.
- For the line reactor option, the line reactor cables are bundled inside the input filter cabinet. First connect the unattach-
ed line reactor cable ends (R/S/T) to the corresponding terminals in the input power options cabinet. Then connect the
unattached line reactor cable ends (L1R/L2S/L3T) to the R/S/T terminals in the drive cabinet.

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5.6.2 Cable Routing

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U/T1, V/T2, W/T3

Illustration 23: Cable Routing for Top Exit Cabinet to Drive Cabinet

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Illustration 24: Cable Routing for Sine-wave Cabinet to D10h Drive Cabinet

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Illustration 25: Cable Routing for Sine-wave Cabinet to E5h or E6h Drive Cabinet

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U/T1, V/T2, W/T3

Illustration 26: Cable Routing for dU/dt Cabinet with Top Exit to E5h or E6h Drive Cabinet

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Illustration 27: Cable Routing for 2 Sine-wave Cabinets to E5h or E6h Drive Cabinet

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R, S, T
R/L1, S/L2, T/L3

R/L1, S/L2, T/L3

Illustration 28: Cable Routing for PHF Cabinet to E5h or E6h Drive Cabinet

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Illustration 29: Cable Routing for dU/dt Cabinet to Top Exit Cabinet for E5h or E6h

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L1R, L2S, L3T

R, S, T

L1R, L2S, L3T

Illustration 30: Cable Routing for Line Reactor Cabinet to Input Power Options Cabinet and E6h Drive Cabinet (Internal Wiring Connection Be-
tween Inductors in the Line Reactor Cabinet Is Not Shown)

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-XD11.1

-XDL.1

-XD4.1
2

Illustration 31: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Input Filter Cabinet + Input Power Options Cabinet + D10h Drive Cabinet)

1 DC-link harness to fan supply in output filter cabinet 3 Additional terminal connections

2 Cabinet heater supply harness to output filter cabi- 4 Thermal protection wiring harness to output filter
net cabinet

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-XD11.1

2
-XD4.1

-XDL.1

U V W

Illustration 32: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (dU/dt Cabinet + Top Exit Cabinet)

1 Additional terminal connections 4 Cabinet heater supply harness to drive cabinet

2 Thermal protection wiring harness to drive cabinet 5 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in
drive cabinet
3 DC-link harness to fan supply in drive cabinet

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1 U V W

Illustration 33: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Top Exit Cabinet)

1 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in drive cabinet

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2 -XDL.1

U V W

-XD11.1

-XD4.1

Illustration 34: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (D10h Sine-wave Cabinet)

1 Additional terminal connections 4 Cabinet heater supply harness to drive cabinet

2 Thermal protection wiring harness to drive cabinet 5 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in
drive cabinet
3 DC-link harness to fan supply in drive cabinet

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5.6.4 E5h Wiring Harness

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2 -XD4.3

3 -XD4.4 -XD11.3

R S T

-XDL.1

5 L1R L2S L3T

6
-XD4.1

Illustration 35: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Input Filter Cabinet)

1 Thermal protection wiring harness to input power 5 Output terminal cables (L1R/L2S/L3T) to mains ter-
options cabinet minals (R/S/T) in the drives cabinet

2 PHF contactor 1 supply harness to input power op- 6 DC-link harness to fan supply in the input power op-
tions cabinet (only with PHF option) tions cabinet

3 PHF contactor 2 supply harness to input power op- 7 Cabinet heater supply harness to input power op-
tions cabinet (only with PHF option) tions cabinet

4 Input terminal cables (R/S/T) to mains terminals 8 Additional terminal connections

(R/S/T) in the input power options cabinet

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-XD11.1

2
-XD4.1

-XDL.1

U V W

Illustration 36: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (dU/dt Cabinet + Top Exit Cabinet)

1 Additional terminal connections 4 Cabinet heater supply harness to drive cabinet

2 Thermal protection wiring harness to drive cabinet 5 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in
drive cabinet
3 DC-link harness to fan supply in drive cabinet

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1 U V W

Illustration 37: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Top Exit Cabinet)

1 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in drive cabinet

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2 -XDL.1

3 U V W U V W

-XD11.1

4 -XD4.1

Illustration 38: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (E5h/E6h Sine-wave Cabinets)

1 Additional terminal connections 4 Cabinet heater supply harness to drive cabinet

2 Thermal protection wiring harness to drive cabinet 5 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in
drive cabinet
3 DC-link harness to fan supply in drive cabinet

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-XD11.1

-XDL.1

1 U V W

2
-XD4.1
3

Illustration 39: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Input Filter Cabinet + Input Power Options Cabinet + E5h Drive Cabinet)

1 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in 4 Additional terminal connections

output filter cabinet
5 Thermal protection wiring harness to output filter
2 DC-link harness to fan supply in output filter cabinet cabinet

3 Cabinet heater supply harness to output filter cabi-

net

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-XD4.1

2
-XDL.1 9
3
-XD11.3

4
-XD4.3 -XD11.1

5 R S T

10

L1R L2S L3T

-XDL.1

8 -XD4.1

Illustration 40: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Input Power Options Cabinet + E5h Drive Cabinet)

1 Cabinet heater supply harness to input filter cabinet 6 Mains cables (L1R/L2S/L3T) to output terminals
(L1R/L2S/L3T) in the input filter cabinet
2 DC-link harness to fan supply in input filter cabinet
7 DC-link harness to fan supply to output filter cabinet
3 Thermal protection harness to input filter cabinet
8 Cabinet heater supply harness to output filter cabi-
4 PHF contactor 1 supply harness to input filter cabi- net
net (only with PHF option)
9 Available terminal connections
5 Mains cables (R/S/T) to input terminals (R/S/T) in the
input filter cabinet 10 Thermal protection wiring harness to output filter
cabinet

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5.6.5 E6h Wiring Harness

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2 -XD4.3

3 -XD4.4 -XD11.3

R S T

-XDL.1

5 L1R L2S L3T

6
-XD4.1

Illustration 41: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Input Filter Cabinet)

1 Thermal protection wiring harness to input power 5 Output terminal cables (L1R/L2S/L3T) to mains ter-
options cabinet minals (R/S/T) in the drives cabinet

2 PHF contactor 1 supply harness to input power op- 6 DC-link harness to fan supply in the input power op-
tions cabinet (only with PHF option) tions cabinet

3 PHF contactor 2 supply harness to input power op- 7 Cabinet heater supply harness to input power op-
tions cabinet (only with PHF option) tions cabinet

4 Input terminal cables (R/S/T) to mains terminals 8 Additional terminal connections

(R/S/T) in the input power options cabinet

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-XD11.1

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-XD4.1

-XDL.1

U V W

Illustration 42: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (dU/dt Cabinet + Top Exit Cabinet)

1 Additional terminal connections 4 Cabinet heater supply harness to drive cabinet

2 Thermal protection wiring harness to drive cabinet 5 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in
drive cabinet
3 DC-link harness to fan supply in drive cabinet

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1 U V W

Illustration 43: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Top Exit Cabinet)

1 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in drive cabinet

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2 -XDL.1

3 U V W U V W

-XD11.1

4 -XD4.1

Illustration 44: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (E5h/E6h Sine-wave Cabinets)

1 Additional terminal connections 4 Cabinet heater supply harness to drive cabinet

2 Thermal protection wiring harness to drive cabinet 5 Motor cables (U/V/W) to motor terminals (U/V/W) in
drive cabinet
3 DC-link harness to fan power supply in drive cabinet

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-XD4.3
6
1 -XD4.4

2 -XD11.3

R S T

L1R L2S L3T

-XDL.1
7
3
8

4 -XD4.1

Illustration 45: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Input Power Options Cabinet + E6h Drive Cabinet + Top Exit Cabinet)

1 Additional terminal connections 5 PHF contactor 1 supply harness to input filter cabi-
net (only with PHF option)
2 Thermal protection wiring harness to input filter
cabinet 6 PHF contactor 2 supply harness to input filter cabi-
net (only with PHF option)
3 DC-link harness to fan supply in the input filter cabi-
net 7 Mains cables (R/S/T) to input terminals (R/S/T) in the
input filter cabinet
4 Cabinet heater supply harness to input filter cabinet
8 Mains cables (L1R/L2S/L3T) to output terminals
(L1R/L2S/L3T) in the input filter cabinet

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2
-XDL.1 10
3
-XD11.3

4 -XD11.1
-XD4.3
5

6 -XD4.4
R S T

11
7

L1R L2S L3T

-XDL.1

-XD4.1
9

Illustration 46: Split Shipment Electrical Connections (Input Power Options Cabinet + E6h Drive Cabinet)

1 Cabinet heater supply harness to input filter cabinet 7 Mains cables (L1R/L2S/L3T) to output terminals
(L1R/L2S/L3T) in the input filter cabinet
2 DC-link harness to fan supply to input filter cabinet
8 DC-link harness to fan supply in output filter cabinet
3 Thermal protection wiring harness in the input filter
cabinet 9 Cabinet heater supply harness to output filter cabi-
net
4 PHF contactor 1 supply harness to PHF cabinet (only
with PHF option) 10 Available terminal connections

5 PHF contactor 2 supply harness to PHF cabinet (only 11 Thermal protection wiring harness to output filter
with PHF option) cabinet

6 Mains cables R, S, T to input terminals (R/S/T) in the

input filter cabinet

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R S T

R S T

R S T U V W
L1R L2S L3T

Illustration 47: Connecting Motor and Mains Cables (Example Shows a PHF Cabinet + Input Power Options Cabinet + E6h Drive Cabinet + Sine-
wave Cabinets)

5.7 Control Compartment Wiring

5.7.1 Safety Precautions

W A R N I N G
HIGH VOLTAGE
The mains disconnect switch does not disconnect the external voltage supply. Failure to disconnect the external voltage supply
before touching any components in the control compartment can result in death or serious injury.
- Only qualified personnel must install, start up, and maintain the drive.
- Disconnect the external voltage supply.

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5.7.2 Control Compartment Interior View

10

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12
13
2
A

14 19
15 20
A

16
17 21
18 22

23
4
24
5
6

7 25
8

9
26

27

Illustration 48: Layout of Control Compartment Interior with All Options

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1 24 V DC supply (-TB7) 15 AC circuit protection MCB (-FC6)

2 Insulation monitor (-BE1) 16 AC distribution circuit terminal block (-XD1)

3 Local control panel (LCP) 17 Auxiliary relay for heater (-QAM)

4 RJ45 terminal blocks 1 and 2 (-RJ45_1 and RJ45_2) 18 Contactor control circuit protection MCB (-FC10)

5 Protection terminal block set (-XD11) 19 Cabinet light/socket outlet protection MCB (-FCC)

6 Socket outlet (-XD10) 20 Cabinet heater(s) circuit protection MCB (-FCE)

7 Contactor control circuit terminal block (-XD0) 21 DC distribution circuit terminal block (-XD3)

8 Cabinet heater terminal block (-XD4) 22 Motor heater circuit protection MCB (-FCN)

9 Customer terminal block/option C0 terminal block (- 23 AC fan supply terminal block set (-XDY)
XDW)
24 Option C2 terminal block set (-XDF)
10 Thermal trip indicator relay, input power options
cabinet (-KFJ.1) 25 Basic I/O terminal block and option A, B, D card ter-
minal block set (-XD2)
11 Thermal trip indicator relay, output filter cabinet (-
KFJ.2) 26 Door components terminal block set (-XDJ)

12 Thermal trip indicator relay, input filter cabinet (- 27 Grounding clamp for the shield termination of wires
KFJ.3)

13 PHF capacitor connect/disconnect contactor relay (-

QAF)

14 +24 DC supply protection MCB (-FC7)

5.7.3 Control Terminals

Table 43: Serial Communication Terminals

XD2 ter- Parameter Default Description

minal Setting

1 – – Integrated RC-filter for cable shield. Used only for connecting the shield in
case of EMC problems.

2 Parameter group 8-3* FC – RS485 interface. A switch (BUS TER.) is provided on the control card for bus
Port Settings termination resistance. See Illustration 5.22.

3 Parameter group 8-3* FC –

Port Settings

Table 44: Digital Input/Output Terminal Descriptions

XD2 ter- Parameter Default setting Description

minal

10, 11 – +24 V DC 24 V DC supply voltage for digital inputs and external trans-
ducers. Maximum output current 200 mA for all 24 V loads.

12 Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital [8] Start Digital inputs.

Input

13 Parameter 5-11 Terminal 19 Digital [10] Reversing

Input

16 Parameter 5-14 Terminal 32 Digital [0] No operation

Input

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XD2 ter- Parameter Default setting Description

minal

17 Parameter 5-15 Terminal 33 Digital [0] No operation

Input

14 Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital [2] Coast inverse For digital input or output. Default setting is input.
Input

15 Parameter 5-13 Terminal 29 Digital [14] JOG

Input

18 – – Common for digital inputs and 0 V potential for 24 V supply.

19 – STO When not using the optional STO feature, a jumper wire is re-
quired between terminal XD2.10 (or XD2.11) and terminal
XD2.19. This set-up allows the drive to operate with factory
default programming values.

Table 45: Analog Input/Output Terminal Descriptions

XD2 ter- Parameter Default setting Description

minal

4 – – Common for analog output.

5 Parameter 6-50 Terminal 42 Out- [0] No operation Programmable analog output. 0–20 mA or 4–20 mA at a maxi-
put mum of 500 Ω.

6 – +10 V DC 10 V DC analog supply voltage for potentiometer or thermis-

tor. 15 mA maximum.

7 Parameter group 6-1* Analog In- Reference Analog input. For voltage (V) or current (mA).
put 1

8 Parameter group 6-2* Analog In- Feedback

put 2

9 – – Common for analog input.

5.7.4 Relay Terminals

Table 46: Relay Terminal Descriptions

XD2 terminal Parameter Default setting Description

21, 22, 23 Parameter 5-40 Function Relay [0] [0] No operation Form C relay outputs. For AC or DC voltage.

24, 25, 26 Parameter 5-40 Function Relay [1] [0] No operation

5.7.5 Option Card Terminals

The option cards extend the functionality of drives and provide a high variety of interfaces to automation systems. When the option
cards are specified in the type code, they are mounted in slots A, B, C, and D of the control card within the drive module. The option
card wiring is routed to a terminal block within the control compartment. For more details, refer to the Installation/Operating Guide
for the respective option card.

N O T I C E
OPTION CARD INSTALLATION
If the option card is ordered along with the drive using the type code, the factory installs the option card and its wiring. If the
option is ordered separately, the customer is responsible for installing the option card and the wiring extensions to the control
compartment.

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Table 47: Option A Terminal Connections for VLT® DeviceNet MCA 104, VLT® CANopen MCA 105, VLT® DeviceNet Converter MCA 194

Option card terminal Corresponding terminal within the control compartment

1 XD2.40

2 XD2.41

3 XD2.42

4 XD2.43

5 XD2.44

Table 48: Option A Terminal Connections for VLT® PROFIBUS DP-V1 MCA 101, VLT® PROFIBUS Converter VLT 300 MCA 113, VLT® PROFIBUS
Converter VLT 5000 MCA 114

Option card terminal Corresponding terminal within the control compartment

67 XD2.40

66 XD2.41

63 XD2.42

62 XD2.43

CS XD2.44

Table 49: Option A Terminal Connections for VLT® EtherNet/IP MCA 121, VLT® Modbus TCP MCA 122, VLT® POWERLINK MCA 123, VLT® Ether-
CAT MCA 124

Option card terminal Corresponding terminal within the control compartment

Port 1 RJ45_1

Port 2 RJ45_2

Table 50: Option B Terminal Connections

Option card terminal Corresponding terminal within the control compartment

1 XD2.46

2 XD2.47

3 XD2.48

4 XD2.49

5 XD2.50

6 XD2.51

7 XD2.52

8 XD2.53

9 XD2.54

10 XD2.55

11 XD2.56

12 XD2.57

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Table 51: Option C1 Terminal Connections for VLT® Extended Relay Card MCB 113

Option card terminal Corresponding terminal within the control compartment

X45.1 XDF.17

X45.2 XDF.18

X45.3 XDF.19

X45.4 XDF.20

X46.1 XDF.1

X46.2 XDF.2

X46.3 XDF.3

X46.4 XDF.4

X46.5 XDF.5

X46.6 XDF.6

X46.7 XDF.7

X46.8 XDF.8

X46.9 XDF.9

X46.10 XDF.10

X46.11 XDF.11

X46.12 XDF.12

X46.13 XDF.13

X46.14 XDF.14

X47.1 XDF.21

X47.2 XDF.22

X47.3 XDF.23

X47.4 XDF.24

X47.5 XDF.25

X47.6 XDF.26

X47.7 XDF.27

X47.8 XDF.28

X47.9 XDF.29

X47.10 XDF.30

X47.11 XDF.31

X47.12 XDF.32

X58.1 XDF.15

X58.2 XDF.16

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Table 52: Option C1 Terminal Connections for VLT® Advanced Cascade Controller MCO 102

Option card terminal Corresponding terminal within the control compartment

X67.1 XDF.21

X67.2 XDF.22

X67.3 XDF.23

X67.4 XDF.24

X67.5 XDF.25

X67.6 XDF.26

X67.7 XDF.27

X67.8 XDF.28

X67.9 XDF.29

X67.10 XDF.30

X67.11 XDF.31

X67.12 XDF.32

X66.1 XDF.1

X66.2 XDF.2

X66.3 XDF.3

X66.4 XDF.4

X66.5 XDF.5

X66.6 XDF.6

X66.7 XDF.7

X66.8 XDF.8

X66.9 XDF.9

X66.10 XDF.10

X66.11 XDF.11

X66.12 XDF.12

X66.13 XDF.13

X66.14 XDF.14

X58.1 XDF.15

X58.2 XDF.16

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Table 53: Option D Terminal Connections

Option card terminal Corresponding terminal within the control compartment

35 XD2.28

36 XD2.29

5.7.6 Control Compartment Options

5.7.6.1 Auxiliary Supply Terminals

Table 54: Auxiliary Supply Type Codes

Character position Code Description

21 1 230 V AC external

5 230 V AC external + 24 V DC internal

6 120 V AC external

9 120 V AC external + 24 V DC internal

The auxiliary supply terminal option provides an external voltage supply to the –XD1.1 terminal. The external supply must be short-
circuit protected. The power of the external supply depends on other selected cabinet options.
e30bu195.10

-FC6

-XD1.1 -XD1

2
10 A

Illustration 49: Auxiliary AC Supply Terminals

W A R N I N G
HIGH VOLTAGE
The mains disconnect switch does not disconnect the external voltage supply. Failure to disconnect the external voltage supply
before touching any components in the control compartment can result in death or serious injury.
- Disconnect the external voltage supply.
- Only qualified personnel must install, start up, and maintain the drive.

5.7.6.2 Auxiliary Voltage Transformer

Table 55: Auxiliary Supply Type Codes for Auxiliary Voltage Transformer

Character position Code Description

21 2 230 V AC internal

4 230 V AC internal + 24 V DC internal

7 120 V AC internal

8 120 V AC internal + 24 V DC internal

The auxiliary voltage transformer is an option fitted internally that allows for the supply to be tapped from the mains. For example,
if the enclosed drive is specified with a fused disconnect, the supply for the auxiliary voltage transformer is taken from between the
drive and the fused disconnect. This configuration allows the control voltage to be disconnected with the main switch.
The transformer has multiple tappings on the primary side for the standard range of voltages on which the drive operates. The
factory default wiring connects to the highest voltage tapping on the primary side, and the trip settings for the -FC4 terminal is set

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accordingly. The customer can change the tapping provided the correct voltage is applied and the thermal magnetic circuit breaker
is set accordingly.

e30bu192.10
-FC4
-TA4 -FC6

L1-L2 2 2 -XD1
#
3 1
4A

Illustration 50: Auxiliary Voltage Transformer Terminals

N O T I C E
AUXILIARY COMPONENT FAILURE
Incorrect voltage or incorrect tapping installation will cause other auxiliary components in the control compartment to fail.
- When tapping the transformer, make sure to apply the correct voltage for the drive.
- Use the correct tapping and trip settings.

5.7.6.3 +24 V DC External Supply

Table 56: Auxiliary Supply Type Codes

Character position Code Description

21 4 230 V AC internal+24 V DC internal

5 230 V AC external+24 V DC internal

8 120 V AC internal+24 V DC internal

9 120 V AC external+24 V DC internal

The 24 V DC external supply option enables other auxiliary options to be connected to a 24 V DC supply within the control compart-
ment.
e30bu194.10

-FC7

L1-L2 -XD1

L 1 N
2A
-TB7
24 V
60 W
~
+

Illustration 51: 24 V DC External Supply Terminals

5.7.6.4 AC Customer Socket

Table 57: Auxiliary Function Type Codes

Character posi- Code Description

tion

23–24 A1 AC socket + cabinet light

AA AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals

AB AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater

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Character posi- Code Description

tion

AC AC socket + cabinet light + motor heater control

AD AC socket + cabinet light + insulation monitor

AE AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater

AF AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + motor heater control

AG AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + insulation monitor

AH AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AI AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AJ AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AK AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insula-
tion monitor

AL AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AM AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AN AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AO AC socket + cabinet light + motor heater control + insulation monitor

The customer socket provides a supply for measurement tools, equipment, or a computer. The socket type is CEE 7/3 ("Schuko",
Type F) or NEMA 5-15 grounded (Type B). The default voltage is 230 V AC (IEC variant) and 115 V AC (UL variant). When using an
external supply, the maximum output power is 450 VA (IEC variant) and 230 VA (UL variant). When using a transformer supply, the
maximum output power is 200 VA for both variants.
e30bu193.10

-FCC -XD10

-XD1 -XD1

L 1 N
2A

Illustration 52: AC Customer Socket Terminals

5.7.6.5 Extended I/O Terminals

Table 58: Auxiliary Function Type Codes

Character posi- Code Description

tion

23–24 A2 Extended I/O terminals

AA AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals

AE AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater

AF AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + motor heater control

AG AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + insulation monitor

AH AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AI AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

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Character posi- Code Description

tion

AJ AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AK AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation
monitor

AP Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater

AQ Extended I/O terminals + motor heater control

AR Extended I/O terminals + insulation monitor

AS Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AT Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AU Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AV Extended I/O terminals + motor heater control + insulation monitor

The extended I/O terminal option includes 25 control terminals (-XDW) in the control compartment for use by the customer. If the
enclosed drive is configured with any option C1 card, the -XDW terminal block is used for the option C1 card wiring.

5.7.6.6 Cabinet Heater

Table 59: Auxiliary Function Type Codes

Character posi- Code Description

tion

23–24 A3 Cabinet heater

AB AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater

AE AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater

AH AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AI AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AK AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insula-
tion monitor

AL AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AM AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AN AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AP Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater

AS Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AT Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AU Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AW Cabinet heater + motor heater control

A8 Cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AY Cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

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The cabinet heater option increases the inside temperature of the cabinet above the ambient temperature, preventing condensa-
tion in the cabinet. Each cabinet has 1 cabinet heater. The heater element is self regulating. The external supply is connected to
terminal -XD1.1. When the drive is not in run state, the control relay -QAM changes the supply to the output terminals (-XD4). When
the drive is in run state, the control relay disconnects the supply to the cabinet heater. The function is disabled when MCB –FCE is
open.

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-FCE
-QAM
-EB1.1
-XD1 -XD4 -XD4

L 1 N
6A
-EB1.2

-EB1.3

-EB1.4

Illustration 53: Cabinet Heater Terminals

5.7.6.7 Motor Heater Control

Table 60: Auxiliary Function Type Codes

Character posi- Code Description

tion

23–24 A4 Motor heater control

AC AC socket + cabinet light + motor heater control

AF AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + motor heater control

AH AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AJ AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AK AC socket + cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insula-
tion monitor

AL AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AN AC socket + cabinet light + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AO AC socket + cabinet light + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AQ Extended I/O terminals + motor heater control

AS Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control

AU Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AV Extended I/O terminals + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AW Cabinet heater + motor heater control

AY Cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AZ Motor heater control + insulation monitor

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The motor heater option provides the ability to control the supply for the motor anti-condensation heater. The 24 V DC external
supply is connected to terminal -XD1.1 in the lower part of the cabinet. When the drive is not in run state, the control relay -QAM
changes the external supply to the -XDM output terminals. When the drive is in run state, the control relay disconnects the external
supply to the motor heater. The function is disabled when MCB –FCN is open.

e30bu191.10
-FCE A
-QAM
-XD1 -XD4 -XDM

L 1 N
6A

Illustration 54: Motor Heater Control (A = Heater element, not included)

5.7.6.8 Insulation Monitor

Table 61: Auxiliary Function Type Codes

Character posi- Code Description

tion

23–24 A5 Insulation monitor

AD AC socket+cabinet light + insulation monitor

AG AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + insulation monitor

AI AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AJ AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AK AC socket+cabinet light + extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insula-
tion monitor

AM AC socket+cabinet light + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AN AC socket+cabinet light + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AO AC socket+cabinet light + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AR Extended I/O terminals + insulation monitor

AT Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AU Extended I/O terminals + cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AV Extended I/O terminals + motor heater control + insulation monitor

A8 Cabinet heater + insulation monitor

AY Cabinet heater + motor heater control + insulation monitor

AZ Motor heater control + insulation monitor

The insulation monitor option monitors the supply and insulation faults within the insulation level in an IT supply network with an
insulation monitor in the control compartment.

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5.7.6.9 Signal Lights and Reset Buttons

Table 62: Door-mounted Option Type Codes

Character posi- Code Description

tion

28–29 D1 Signal lights and reset button

DA Signal lights and reset button + emergency switch off and emergency push-button

DB Signal lights and reset button + STO with emergency push-button (no functional safety)

DC Signal lights and reset button + STO/SS1 with emergency push-button + safely limited speed (TTL
encoder)

DE Signal lights and reset button + STO/SS1 with emergency push-button + safely limited speed (HTL
encoder)

The signal light and reset button option includes signal lights on the control compartment door for run and fault states of the AC
drive. The door also has a button for the reset function of the drive.

5.7.6.10 Emergency Switch Off

Table 63: Door-mounted Option Type Codes

Character position Code Description

28–29 D2 Emergency switch off + emergency push-button

DA Signal lights and reset button + emergency switch off and emergency push-button

The emergency switch off option uses an input contactor to disconnect the drive from mains. Pushing the emergency stop push-
button on the control compartment door opens the control circuit of the input contactor.

5.7.6.11 STO with Emergency Push-button on Door

Table 64: Door-mounted Option Type Codes

Character position Code Description

28–29 D3 STO with emergency push-button (no functional safety)

DB Signal lights and reset button + STO with emergency push-button (no functional safety)

This option provides the STO (Safe Torque Off) function via an emergency push-button mounted on the door of the control com-
partment. The control terminals of the control card are extended from inside the drive module and routed out to the terminal block
set -XD2 in the control compartment. The emergency push-button is wired between terminals -XD2.10 and -XD2.19.
Activating the emergency push-button prevents the unit from generating the voltage required to rotate the motor. The option pro-
vides:
• Safe Torque Off (STO), as defined by EN IEC 61800-5-2.
• Stop Category 0, as defined in EN 60204-1.

5.7.6.12 STO/SS1 with Emergency Push-button + Safely Limited Speed (TTL Encoder) on Door
Table 65: Door-mounted Option Type Codes

Character position Code Description

28–29 D4 STO/SS1 with emergency push-button+safely limited speed (TTL encoder)

DC Indicator lights and reset button + STO/SS1 with emergency push-button+safely limited speed
(TTL encoder)

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This option provides the SS1 (Safe Stop 1) function with the VLT® Safety Option MCB 150 along with STO function using an emer-
gency stop push-button on the control compartment door. The emergency stop push-button activates the motor deceleration and
makes the motor stop in the set deceleration ramp time. Basic wiring for the S37 terminal of the option card to terminal 37 of con-
trol card and the emergency push-button wiring are provided
MCB 150 is used when the standstill or the motor speed is measured using a TTL encoder. For detailed instructions, refer to the VLT®
Safety Option MCB 150/151 Installation Guide. MCB 150 can be programmed using the VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT 10 software
to take advantage of the following functional safety features:
• Safe Torque Off (STO).
No power is being fed to the motor which can generate a rotation. Stop category 0 to EN IEC 60204-1.
• Safe Stop 1 (SS1).
The motor decelerates. Monitoring of deceleration ramp and STO following zero speed, or STO at the end of a deceleration
time. Stop category 1 to EN IEC 60204-1.
• Safely limited speed (SLS).
This function prevents exceeding a defined speed value. See the OPT-B option board and safety relay user manuals for the regu-
lations and the certified safety.

5.7.6.13 STO/SS1 with Emergency Push-button + Safely Limited Speed (HTL Encoder) on Door
Table 66: Door-mounted Option Type Codes

Character position Code Description

28–29 D5 STO/SS1 with emergency push-button + safely limited speed (HTL encoder)

DE Signal lights and reset button + STO/SS1 with emergency push-button + safely limited speed (HTL
encoder)

This option provides the SS1 (Safe Stop 1) function with the VLT® Safety Option MCB 151 along with STO function using an emer-
gency stop push-button on the control compartment door. The option is compatible with HTL encoders or PNP proximity switches.
The emergency stop-push button activates the motor deceleration and makes the motor stop in the set deceleration ramp time.
Basic wiring for the S37 terminal of the option card to terminal 37 of control card and the emergency push-button wiring are provi-
ded
MCB 151 is used when the standstill or the motor speed is measured using a TTL encoder. For detailed instructions, refer to the VLT®
Safety Option MCB 150/151 Installation, Guide. MCB 151 can be programmed using VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT 10 software to
take advantage of the following functional safety features:
• Safe Torque Off (STO).
No power is being fed to the motor which can generate a rotation. Stop category 0 to EN IEC 60204-1.
• Safe Stop 1 (SS1).
The motor decelerates. Monitoring of deceleration ramp and STO following zero speed, or STO at the end of a deceleration
time. Stop category 1 to EN IEC 60204-1.
• Safely limited speed (SLS).
This function prevents exceeding a defined speed value. See the OPT-B option board and safety relay user manuals for the regu-
lations and the certified safety.

5.8 Connecting Motor, Mains, and Ground Cables

5.8.1 Power Cabling and Grounding Considerations

Motor and mains connections
• Size the wiring according to the input current of the drive. For maximum wire sizes, see the Electrical Data section.
• Use cables rated for 75 °C (167 °F) of insulation for UL installations.
• Comply with local and national electrical codes for cable sizes.
• Follow motor manufacturer wiring requirements.
• Motor wiring knockouts or access panels are provided on the pedestal of IP21/IP54 (NEMA 1/NEMA 12) units.
• Do not wire a starting or pole-changing device (for example Dahlander motor or slip ring induction motor) between the drive
and the motor.

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Ground connection
• Ground the drive in accordance with applicable standards and directives.
• Use a dedicated ground wire for input power, motor power, and control wiring.
• Do not ground 1 drive to another in a daisy chain fashion.
• Keep the ground wire connections as short as possible.
• Follow motor manufacturer wiring requirements.
• Minimum cable cross-section: 10 mm2 (6 AWG) (or 2 rated ground wires terminated separately).
• Tighten the terminals in accordance with the information provided in 10.11 Fastener Torque Ratings.
EMC-compliant Installation
Refer to the EMC-compliant Installation section.

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1 2

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3
5

Illustration 55: Different Ways of Connecting Multiple Cables to 1 Terminal

1 Cable 1 6 Cable 3

2 Cable 2 7 Cable 1 lug

3 Connection bushing 8 Bolt holder on the connector

4 Cable 1 9 Terminal connector

5 Cable 2 10 Cable 2 lug

5.8.2 Connecting to the Mains

If the enclosed drive is not configured with an input filter or input power option, connect the mains to the drive module. Otherwise,
connect the mains to the input power option.
Procedure

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1. Strip a section of the outer cable insulation.

2. Fasten a connector/cable lug to the end of the stripped cable.
3. Create an electrical connection between the cable shield and ground by securing the stripped wire under the cable clamp.
4. Connect the ground wire to the nearest grounding terminal in accordance with the grounding instructions provided in
5.8.6 Connecting to Ground.
5. Connect the 3-phase AC input power cables to terminals R (L1), S (L2), and T (L3).
6. When supplied from an isolated mains source (IT mains or floating delta) or TT/TN-S mains with a grounded leg (grounded
delta), ensure that parameter 14-50 RFI Filter is set to [0] Off to avoid damage to the DC link and to reduce ground capacity
currents.
7. Tighten the terminals in accordance with the specifications shown in 10.11 Fastener Torque Ratings.
Example

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4
2

Illustration 56: Connection Points for Mains to Input Power Option (Enclosed Drive Configured Without Power Options Cabinet)

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1 Lower cover 3 DC terminals

2 Input power terminals (contactor option is shown) 4 Grounding bar

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Illustration 57: Connection Points for Mains to Input Power Option (Enclosed Drive Configured With Power Options Cabinet)

1 Factory cables connecting contactor to drive input 4 Input power terminals (disconnect option is shown)
terminals
5 Grounding bar
2 Upper cover

3 Lower cover

5.8.3 Connecting the Drive Module to the Motor

Procedure

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1. Strip a section of the outer cable insulation.

2. Fasten a connector/cable lug to the end of the stripped cable.
3. Create an electrical connection between the cable shield and ground by securing the stripped wire under the cable clamp.
4. Connect the ground wire to the nearest grounding terminal in accordance with the grounding instructions provided in
5.8.6 Connecting to Ground.
5. Connect the 3-phase AC motor cables to terminals U (T1), V (T2), and W (T3).
6. Tighten the terminals in accordance with the specifications shown in 10.11 Fastener Torque Ratings.
Example

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5
6

Illustration 58: Connection Points for Drive Module to Motor (E6h Model Shown)

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1 Lower cover 4 Motor terminals

2 DC terminals 5 Ground terminals on drive module

3 Terminal cover 6 Grounding bar

5.8.4 Connecting the Sine-wave Filter to the Motor

Procedure
1. Strip a section of the outer cable insulation.
2. Fasten a connector/cable lug to the end of the stripped cable.
3. Create an electrical connection between the cable shield and ground by securing the stripped wire under the cable clamp.
4. Connect the ground cable to the nearest grounding terminal in accordance with the grounding instructions provided in
5.8.6 Connecting to Ground.
5. Connect the 3-phase AC motor cable to the sine-wave terminals U, V, and W.
- If the enclosed drive has 1 sine-wave filter cabinet, run 1 set of motor cables to the cabinet.
- If the enclosed drive has 2 sine-wave filter cabinets, run 2 sets of motor cables, 1 set to each sine-wave filter cabinet.

N O T I C E
- Each sine-wave cabinet must have the same number of motor phase cables and they must be in quantities of 2
(for example, 2, 4, 6, or 8). 1 cable is not allowed. The cables are required to be equal length.

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6. Tighten the terminals in accordance with the specifications shown in 10.11 Fastener Torque Ratings.
Example

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Illustration 59: Connection Points for the Sine-wave Filter to Motor (Top-exit Configuration Shown)

1 Motor terminals

2 Grounding bar

5.8.5 Connecting the dU/dt Filter to the Motor

Procedure
1. Strip a section of the outer cable insulation.
2. Fasten a connector/cable lug to the end of the stripped cable.
3. Create an electrical connection between the cable shield and ground by securing the stripped wire under the cable clamp.
4. Connect the ground cable to the nearest grounding terminal in accordance with the grounding instructions provided in
5.8.6 Connecting to Ground.

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5. Connect the 3-phase AC motor wiring to the dU/dt terminals U (T1), V (T2), and W (T3).
6. Tighten the terminals in accordance with the specifications shown in 10.11 Fastener Torque Ratings.
Example

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Illustration 60: Connection Points for the dU/dt Filter to Motor

1 Upper cover 4 Factory-installed cables

2 Lower cover 5 Motor terminals

3 Factory-installed power cables from the drive mod- 6 Grounding bar

ule

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5.8.6 Connecting to Ground

W A R N I N G
LEAKAGE CURRENT HAZARD
Leakage currents exceed 3.5 mA. Failure to ground the drive properly can result in death or serious injury.
- Ensure the correct grounding of the equipment by a certified electrical installer.

N O T I C E
POTENTIAL EQUALIZATION
There is a risk of burst transient when the ground potential between the drive and the control system is different.
- Install equalizing cables between the system components. Recommended cable cross-section: 16 mm2 (5 AWG).

1. Strip a section of the outer cable insulation.

2. Fasten a connector/cable lug to the end of the stripped cable.
3. Connect the ground cable to the nearest grounding terminal.
4. Tighten the terminals in accordance with the specifications shown in 10.11 Fastener Torque Ratings.
Example

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2
3

Illustration 61: Connection Grounding Points

1 Symbol indicating grounding terminals 3 Grounding bar (provided in every cabinet)

2 Grounding points on drive module

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5.9 Installing Upstream Fuses

5.9.1 Upstream Fuse Considerations

Factory fuse options like a fusible disconnector or MCCB protect the busbars and circuits within the drive. To protect the cables, an
installer should use separate F1 fuses for upstream protection.
• Danfoss recommends the fuse type gG (IEC 60269-1) for the mains fuses. Use only fuses with a sufficient voltage rating accord-
ing to the mains voltage. Do not use larger fuses than what is recommended. These fuses are selected for short-circuit protec-
tion only.
• Operation time of the fuse must be less than 0.4 s. The operation time must also agree with the fuse type and the impedance of
the supply circuit.
• The recommended mains cable and fuse sizes are valid up to a cable length of 100 m (328 ft), with mains having a short-circuit
current of 20 kA. Recommended cable sizes are shown in the Electrical Data section.
• Danfoss recommends the use of FC1 fuses to meet short-circuit protection for any enclosed drives supplied with only the non-
fusible disconnect, a non-fusible disconnect and contactor, or a contactor only option.

5.9.2 Recommended Fuse Ratings for IEC Installation

Table 67: Recommended Fuse Ratings for IEC Installation, 380–480 V

Model Fuse P/N Fuse size Rated cur- Minimum pro- Maximum fuse Minimum Type F1
rent [A] spective SC cur- rating F1 [A] voltage rating
rent of the grid [V]
[kA]

N110K Mersen NH1GG50V250 1 250 6.8 250 500 gG/gL

N132 Mersen NH2GG50V315 2 315 7 315 500 gG/gL

N160 Mersen NH2GG50V355 2 355 8.5 355 500 gG/gL

N200 Mersen NH3GG50V425 3 425 10 425 500 gG/gL

N250 Mersen NH3AGG50V630 3 630 13 630 500 gG/gL

N315 Mersen NH3AGG50V630 3 630 13 630 500 gG/gL

N355 Mersen NH4GG50V800 4 800 18 800 500 gG/gL

N400 Mersen NH4GG50V1000 4 1000 25 1000 500 gG/gL

N450 Mersen NH4GG50V1000 4 1000 25 1000 500 gG/gL

N500 Mersen NH4GG50V1000 4 1000 25 1000 500 gG/gL

N560 Mersen NH4GG50V1250 4 1250 33 1250 500 gG/gL

Table 68: Recommended Fuse Ratings for IEC Installation, 525–690 V

Model Fuse P/N Fuse size Rated cur- Minimum pro- Maximum fuse Minimum volt- Type F1
rent [A] spective SC cur- rating F1 [A] age rating [V]
rent of the grid
[kA]

N110 Mersen NH2GG69V250 2 250 6.5 250 690 gG/gL

N132 Mersen NH2GG69V250 2 250 6.5 250 690 gG/gL

N160K Mersen NH2GG69V250 2 250 6.5 250 690 gG/gL

N200 Mersen NH2GG69V315 2 315 7.5 315 690 gG/gL

N250 Mersen NH3GG69V355 3 355 8.5 355 690 gG/gL

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Model Fuse P/N Fuse size Rated cur- Minimum pro- Maximum fuse Minimum volt- Type F1
rent [A] spective SC cur- rating F1 [A] age rating [V]
rent of the grid
[kA]

N315 Mersen NH3GG69V425 3 425 9.5 425 690 gG/gL

N400 Mersen NH3GG69V500 3 500 12 500 690 gG/gL

N450 Mersen NH3GG69V500 3 500 12 500 690 gG/gL

N500 Mersen NH4GG69V630 4 630 14 630 690 gG/gL

N560 Mersen NH4GG69V800 4 800 19 800 690 gG/gL

N630 Mersen NH4GG69V800 4 800 19 800 690 gG/gL

N710 ABB OFAA4AM1000 4 1000 25 1000 690 aM

N800 ABB OFAA4AM1000 4 1000 25 1000 690 aM

5.9.3 Recommended Fuse Ratings for UL Installation

The fuses and MCCBs contained in the enclosed drive are suitable for both short circuit and branch circuit protection. Use only these
fuses.
UL Approval is valid for maximum input voltage of 600 V. Per UL508A, the short-circuit current rating (SCCR) is as follows:
• Enclosed drives with a fusible disconnect or fusible disconnect and contactor option have 65 kA SCCR at the rated voltage.
• Enclosed drives with single switchgear (mains contactor only or non-fusible disconnect only option) have a 5 kA SCCR, but can
reach 65 kA if the recommended Class fuses are used upstream.
• Enclosed drives with the MCCB option have a 65 kA interrupting rating for 380–480 V. For 525–690 V, the interrupting rating is
30 kA for the N355 model and 50 kA for the others.
The table values are calculated using correction factors for a 40 °C (104 °F) ambient operating condition and using cables with a
minimum insulation rating of 90 °C (194 °F).

Table 69: Recommended Fuse Ratings for UL Installation, 380–480 V

Model Fuse P/N (Mersen) Fuse P/N (Danfoss) Maximum current Maximum fuse rat- Minimum voltage Class F1
[A] ing F1 [A] rating [V]

N110 A4J300 70CPE10965 300 300 500 Class J

N132 A4J350 70CPE10966 350 350 500 Class J

N160 A4J400 70CPE10522 400 400 500 Class J

N200 A4J500 70CPE10968 500 500 500 Class J

N250 A4J600 70CPE10523 600 600 500 Class J

N315 AABY750 70CPE10969 750 750 500 Class L

N355 A4BY800 70CPE10974 800 800 500 Class L

N400 A4BY1000 70CPE10975 1000 1000 500 Class L

N450 A4BY1000 70CPE10975 1000 1000 500 Class L

N500 A4BY1100 70CPE10976 1100 1100 500 Class L

N560 A4BY1200 70CPE10977 1200 1200 500 Class L

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Table 70: Recommended Fuse Ratings for UL Installation, 525–600 V

Model Fuse P/N (Mersen) Fuse P/N (Danfoss) Maximum current Maximum fuse rat- Minimum voltage Class F1
[A] ing F1 [A] rating [V]

N110 A4J175 70CPE10971 175 175 600 Class J

N132 A4J200 70CPE10521 200 200 600 Class J

N160 A4J250 70CPE10972 250 250 600 Class J

N200 A4J350 70CPE10966 350 350 600 Class J

N250 A4J400 70CPE10522 400 400 600 Class J

N315 A4J500 70CPE10968 500 500 600 Class J

N400 A4J600 70CPE10523 600 600 600 Class J

N450 A4J600 70CPE10523 600 600 600 Class J

N500 A4BY650 70CPE110003 650 650 600 Class L

N560 AABY750 70CPE10969 750 750 600 Class L

N630 A4BY800 70CPE10974 800 800 600 Class L

N710 A4BY1000 70CPE10975 1000 1000 600 Class L

N800 A4BY1100 70CPE10976 1100 1100 600 Class L

5.10 Enabling Motor Operation

If the status line at the bottom of the LCP reads AUTO REMOTE COAST, the unit is ready to operate but is missing an input signal
from terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment. Digital input terminal XD2.14 is designed to receive a 24 V DC external interlock
command that allows the drive to operate when using factory default programming values.

N O T I C E
FACTORY-INSTALLED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Do not remove factory-installed wiring to terminal XD2.14. If the drive does not run, refer to the documentation for the optional
equipment that is wired into terminal XD2.14.

Procedure
1. When no interlock device is used, use a push-in type jumper (WAGO 2002-433) between terminal XD2.11 and XD2.14 in the
control compartment. This wire provides an internal 24 V signal on terminal XD2.14. The drive is ready for operation.

5.11 Selecting the Voltage/Current Input Signal

The analog input terminals XD2.7 and XD2.8 in the control compartment allow setting of input signal to voltage (0–10 V) or current
(0/4–20 mA).
• Terminal XD2.7: Speed reference signal in open loop (see parameter 16-61 Terminal 53 Switch Setting).
• Terminal XD2.8: Feedback signal in closed loop (see parameter 16-63 Terminal 54 Switch Setting).
Procedure
1. Disconnect power to the drive.
2. Remove the LCP (local control panel).
3. Remove any optional equipment covering the switches.

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4. Set switches A53 and A54 to select the signal type (U = voltage, I = current).
Example

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OFF-ON U 3 A54
N O
1

- I U- I
2
N O
1
2

N O
1

N O
1
2

Illustration 62: Location of Switches A53 and A54

5.12 Setting Up RS485 Serial Communication

5.12.1 RS485 Features

RS485 is a 2-wire bus interface compatible with multi-drop network topology. This interface contains the following features:
• Ability to select from the following communication protocols:
- FC, FC MC, FC option
- Modbus RTU
- Metasys N2
- FLN
- BACnet
• Functions can be programmed remotely using the protocol software and RS485 connection or in parameter group 8-** Commu-
nications and Options.
• Selecting a specific communication protocol changes various default parameter settings to match the specifications of the pro-
tocol, making more protocol-specific parameters available.
• Option cards for the drive are available to provide more communication protocols. See the option card documentation for in-
stallation and operation instructions.
• A switch (BUS TER) is provided on the control card for bus termination resistance.

5.12.2 Configuring RS485 Serial Communication

Procedure
1. Connect RS485 serial communication wiring to terminals (+) XD2.2 and (-) XD2.3.
- - Use shielded serial communication cable.
- - Properly ground the wiring. Refer to 5.8.6 Connecting to Ground.
2. Select the protocol type in parameter 8-30 Protocol.
3. Select the drive address in parameter 8-31 Address.

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4. Select the baud rate in parameter 8-32 Baud Rate.

Example

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RS485

XD2.3

Illustration 63: RS485 Wiring Connection

5.13 Configuring the Passive Harmonic Filter (PHF)

N O T I C E
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Failure to use the correct settings can result in the AC drive overheating, resulting in damage to the AC drive and its surround-
ings.

Procedure
1. Set parameter 5-02 Terminal 29 Mode to [1] Output.
2. Set parameter 5-31 Terminal 29 to [188] AHF Capacitor Connect.
3. Set parameter 14-51 DC-link Compensation to [0] Off.

5.14 Configuring the dU/dt Filter

N O T I C E
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Failure to use the correct settings for the D9h and D10h enclosures can result in the AC drive overheating, resulting in damage to
the AC drive and its surroundings. E5h and E6h enclosures are not required to use a specific setting.

Procedure
1. Set parameter 14-52 Output Filter to [3] 100%.

5.15 Configuring the Sine-wave Filter

N O T I C E
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Failure to use the correct settings can result in the AC drive overheating, resulting in damage to the AC drive and its surround-
ings.

Procedure
1. Set parameter 14-55 Output Filter to [1] Sine-wave.

5.16 MCCB Configuration

The molded-case circuit breaker (MCCB) offers the following trip settings:

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• Protection against overload (L). The drive trips when there is an overload with inverse long-time delay trip according to the IEC
60947-2 Standard (I2t=k).
• Protection against short circuit with time delay (S). The drive trips when there is a short circuit with long inverse time-delay
trip (I2t=k ON), or a constant trip time (I2t=k OFF).
• Instant protection against short circuit (I). The drive trips immediately if there is a short circuit. The trip function (L) is always
available and either (S) or (I) can be selected by the DIP switch[S/I] on the trip unit of the MCCB.
Factory default settings are provided for functions L and I.
• Overcurrent setting (L) is done at 100% of the 1.5 times high overload FLA (I1).
• Time delay (t1) is selected as 12 s for 6 times of I1.
• Short circuit instant trip setting (I) is followed. Short circuit trip with time delay (S) is ignored with the factory settings.
• Short circuit instant trip setting (I) is targeted at 300% of the 100% normal overload FLA (I3) of the drive.
• Neutral setting (N) is 100%.
• Frequency of operation is set at 50 Hz from the factory.

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5.17 Safe Torque Off (STO) Wiring

The Safe Torque Off (STO) function is a component in a safety control system. STO prevents the unit from generating the voltage
required to rotate the motor. To run the STO function, more wiring for the drive is required. Refer to the VLT® FC Series - Safe Torque
Off Operating Guide.

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6 Pre-start Check
6.1 Pre-start Check List
Motor

• Confirm continuity of the motor by measuring ohm values on U–V (96–97), V–W (97–98), and W–U (98–96).
• Confirm that the supply voltage matches the voltage of the drive and the motor.

Switches

• Ensure that all switch and disconnect settings are in the proper positions.

Auxiliary equipment

• Look for auxiliary equipment, switches, disconnects, or input fuses/circuit breakers that reside on the input power side of the
drive or output side to the motor. Ensure that they are ready for full-speed operation.
• Check function and installation of any sensors used for feedback to the drive.
• Remove any power factor correction caps on the motor.
• Adjust any power factor correction caps on the mains side and ensure that they are dampened.

Cable/wire routing

• Ensure that motor wiring, brake wiring (if equipped), and control wiring are separated, shielded, or in 3 separate metallic
conduits for high-frequency interference isolation.

Control wiring

• Check for broken or damaged wires and loose connections.

• Check that control wiring is isolated from high-power wiring for noise immunity.
• Check the voltage source of the signals, if necessary.
• Use shielded or twisted pair cable.
• Ensure that the shield is terminated correctly.

Input and output power wiring

• Check for loose connections.

• Check that motor and mains are in separate conduit or separated shielded cables.

Grounding

• Make sure that a proper ground is used. Grounding to conduit or mounting the back panel to a metal surface is not a suitable
grounding.
• Check for good ground connections that are tight and free of oxidation.

Fuses and circuit breakers

• Check for proper fusing or circuit breakers.

• Check that all fuses are inserted firmly and are in operational condition.
• Check that all circuit breakers (if used) are in the open position.

Cooling clearance

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• Look for any obstructions in the airflow path.

• Measure top and bottom clearance of the drive to verify that there is at least 225 mm (9 in) of clearance for adequate airflow.

Ambient conditions

• Check that requirements for ambient conditions are met. See the Ambient Conditions section.

Interior of drive

• Inspect that the unit interior is free of dirt, metal chips, moisture, and corrosion.
• Verify that all installation tools have been removed from unit interior.
• For enclosures with an IP20/Chassis protection rating, ensure that the unit is mounted to an unpainted metal surface.

Vibration

• Ensure that the unit is mounted solidly, or that shock mounts are used, if necessary.
• Check for an unusual amount of vibration.

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7 Commissioning
7.1 Applying Power to the Drive
Before applying power to the drive, verify that the drive and all associated equipment are ready for operation. Refer to the Pre-start
Check section.

W A R N I N G
UNINTENDED START
When the drive is connected to the AC mains, DC supply, or load sharing, the motor may start at any time, causing risk of death,
serious injury, and equipment, or property damage. The motor may start by activation of an external switch, a fieldbus command,
an input reference signal from the LCP or LOP, via remote operation using MCT 10 Set-up software, or after a cleared fault condi-
tion.
- Press [Off] on the LCP before programming parameters.
- Disconnect the drive from the mains whenever personal safety considerations make it necessary to avoid unintended motor
start.
- Check that the drive, motor, and any driven equipment is in operational readiness.

N O T I C E
MISSING SIGNAL
If the status line at the bottom of the LCP reads AUTO REMOTE COASTING, or if alarm 60, External interlock is shown, it indicates
that the unit is ready to operate but is missing an input signal on, for example, terminal 27.
- See 5.10 Enabling Motor Operation for details.

Procedure
1. Confirm that the input voltage is balanced within 3%. If not balanced, correct the input voltage imbalance before proceed-
ing. Repeat this procedure after the voltage correction.
2. Ensure that any optional equipment wiring matches the installation requirements.
3. Ensure that all operator devices are in the OFF position.
4. Close and securely fasten all covers and doors on the drive.
5. Apply power to the unit, but do not start the drive. For units with a disconnect switch, turn the switch to the ON position to
apply power to the drive.

7.2 Programming the Drive

7.2.1 Parameter Overview

Parameters contain various settings that are used to configure and operate the drive and motor. These parameter settings are pro-
grammed into the LCP through the different menus. For more detail on parameters, see the Programming Guide.
Parameter settings are assigned a default value at the factory, but can be configured for their unique application. Each parameter
has a name and number that remain the same regardless of the programming mode.
In the Main Menu mode, the parameters are divided into groups. The 1st digit of the parameter number (from the left) indicates the
parameter group number. The parameter group is then broken down into subgroups, if necessary. For example:

Table 71: Example of Parameter Group Hierarchy

Example Description

0–** Operation/Display Parameter group

0–0* Basic Settings Parameter subgroup

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Example Description

Parameter 0-01 Language Parameter

Parameter 0-02 Motor Speed Unit Parameter

Parameter 0-03 Regional Settings Parameter

7.2.2 Parameter Navigation

Use the following LCP keys to navigate through the parameters.
• Press [▲] [▼] to scroll up or down.
• Press [◄] [►] to shift a space to the left or right of a decimal point while editing a decimal parameter value.
• Press [OK] to accept the change.
• Press [Cancel] to disregard the change and exit edit mode.
• Press [Back] twice to show the status view.
• Press [Main Menu] once to go back to the main menu.

7.2.3 Programming Example for an Open-loop Application

This procedure, which is used to configure a typical open-loop application, programs the drive to receive a 0–10 V DC analog con-
trol signal on input terminal 53. The drive responds by providing 20–50 Hz output to the motor proportional to the input signal (0–
10 V DC=20–50 Hz). The wiring connections used to enable the external device set-up are shown in Illustration 65.
Procedure
1. Press [Quick Menu].
2. Select Q3 Function Setups and press [OK].
3. Select Parameter Data Set and press [OK].
4. Select Q3-2 Open Loop Settings and press [OK].
5. Select Q3-21 Analog Reference and press [OK].
6. Select parameter 3-02 Minimum Reference. Set the minimum internal drive reference to 0 Hz and press [OK].
7. Select parameter 3-03 Maximum Reference. Set the maximum internal drive reference to 60 Hz and press [OK].
8. Select parameter 6-10 Terminal 53 Low Voltage. Set the minimum external voltage reference on terminal 53 at 0 V and press
[OK].
9. Select parameter 6-11 Terminal 53 High Voltage. Set maximum external voltage reference on terminal 53 at 10 V and press
[OK].
10. Select parameter 6-14 Terminal 53 Low Ref./Feedb. Value. Set minimum speed reference on terminal 53 at 20 Hz and press
[OK].
11. Select parameter 6-15 Terminal 53 High Ref./Feedb. Value. Set maximum speed reference on terminal 53 at 50 Hz and press
[OK].

 With an external device providing a 0–10 V control signal connected to drive terminal 53, the system is now ready
for operation.

N O T I C E
SETUP STATUS
When the scroll bar on the right of the display is at the bottom, the procedure is complete.

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Example

e30bb482.10
6-1* 53 +
U-I

0-10V

A53 55

Illustration 65: Wiring Example for External Device Providing 0–10 V Control Signal

7.2.4 Entering System Information

The following steps are used to enter basic system information into the drive. Recommended parameter settings are intended for
start-up and checkout purposes. Application settings vary.
Although these steps assume that an induction motor is used, a permanent magnet motor can also be used. For more information
on specific motor types, see the product-specific Programming Guide.

N O T I C E
SOFTWARE DOWNLOAD
For commissioning via a PC, install VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT 10 set-up software. A basic version, which is sufficient for most
applications, is available for download. An advanced version, which can commission multiple drives at once, can be ordered.
- See https://www.danfoss.com/en/service-and-support/downloads/?sort=title_asc&filter=download-type%3Dtools.

Procedure
1. Press [Main Menu] on the LCP.
2. Select 0–** Operation/Display and press [OK].
3. Select 0–0* Basic Settings and press [OK].
4. Select parameter 0-03 Regional Settings and press [OK].
5. Select [0] International or [1] North America as appropriate and press [OK]. (This action changes the default settings for some
basic parameters).
6. Press [Quick Menus] on the LCP and then select 02 Quick Setup.
7. If needed, change the following parameter settings. Motor data is found on the motor nameplate.
- a. Parameter 0-01 Language (English)
- b. Parameter 1-20 Motor Power (4.00 kW)
- c. Parameter 1-22 Motor Voltage (400 V)
- d. Parameter 1-23 Motor Frequency (50 Hz)
- e. Parameter 1-24 Motor Current (9.00 A)
- f. Parameter 1-25 Motor Nominal Speed (1420 RPM)
- g. Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input (Coast Inverse)
- h. Parameter 3-02 Minimum Reference (0.000 RPM)
- i. Parameter 3-03 Maximum Reference (1500.000 RPM)
- j. Parameter 3-41 Ramp 1 Ramp up Time (3.00 s)
- k. Parameter 3-42 Ramp 1 Ramp Down Time (3.00 s)
- l. Parameter 3-13 Reference Site (Linked to Hand/Auto)
- m. Parameter 1-29 Automatic Motor Adaptation (Off)

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7.2.5 Configuring Automatic Energy Optimization

Automatic energy optimization (AEO) is a procedure that minimizes voltage to the motor, reducing energy consumption, heat, and
noise.
Procedure
1. Press [Main Menu].
2. Select 1–** Load and Motor and press [OK].
3. Select 1–0* General Settings and press [OK].
4. Select parameter 1-03 Torque Characteristics and press [OK].
5. Select either [2] Auto Energy Optim CT or [3] Auto Energy Optim VT and press [OK].

7.2.6 Configuring Automatic Motor Adaptation

Automatic motor adaptation (AMA) is a procedure that optimizes compatibility between the drive and the motor.
The drive builds a mathematical model of the motor for regulating output motor current. The procedure also tests the input phase
balance of electrical power. It compares the motor characteristics with the data entered in parameters 1–20 to 1–25.

N O T I C E
SOME MOTORS ARE UNABLE TO RUN THE COMPLETE VERSION OF THE TEST AND WILL TRIGGER AN ALARM.
- In that case, or if an output filter is connected to the motor, select [2] Enable reduced AMA.

Procedure
1. Press [Main Menu].
2. Select 1–** Load and Motor and press [OK].
3. Select 1–2* Motor Data and press [OK].
4. Select parameter 1-29 Automatic Motor Adaptation (AMA) and press [OK].
5. Select [1] Enable complete AMA and press [OK].
6. Press [Hand On] and then [OK].

The test runs automatically and indicates when it is complete.

7.3 Testing Before System Start-up

7.3.1 Testing Motor Rotation

N O T I C E
INCORRECT MOTOR ROTATION
If the motor runs in the wrong direction, it can damage equipment.
- Before running the unit, check the motor rotation by briefly running the motor.

Procedure
1. Press [Hand On].
2. Move the left cursor to the left of the decimal point by using the left arrow key.
3. Enter an RPM that slowly rotates the motor and press [OK].

The motor runs briefly at either 5 Hz or the minimum frequency set in parameter 4-12 Motor Speed Low Limit [Hz].
4. If the motor rotation is wrong, set parameter 1-06 Clockwise Direction to [1] Inverse.

7.3.2 Testing Encoder Rotation

Use this procedure if encoder feedback is used. For more information on the encoder option, refer to the option manual.
Procedure
1. Select [0] Open Loop in parameter 1-00 Configuration Mode.
2. Select [1] 24 V encoder in parameter 7-00 Speed PID Feedback Source.
3. Press [Hand On].

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4. Press [►] for positive speed reference (parameter 1-06 Clockwise Direction at [0] Normal).
5. Check feedback in parameter 16-57 Feedback [RPM].
- If feedback is positive, the test was successful.
- If feedback is negative, the encoder connection is wrong. Use either parameter 5-71 Term 32/33 Encoder Direction or
parameter 17-60 Feedback Direction to inverse the direction, or reverse the encoder cables. Parameter 17-60 Feedback
Direction is only available with the VLT® Encoder Input MCB 102 option.

7.4 Starting Up the Drive for the First Time

The procedure in this section requires user-wiring and application programming to be completed. The following procedure is rec-
ommended after application setup is completed.

W A R N I N G
MOTOR START
Starting the drive can cause the motor to start. Failure to ensure that the motor, system, and any attached equipment are ready
for start can result in personal injury or equipment damage.
- Ensure that equipment is safe to operate under any condition.
- Ensure that the motor, system, and any attached equipment are ready for start.

1. Press [Auto On].

If warnings or alarms occur, see the Warnings and Alarms section.

2. Apply an external run command. Examples of external run commands are a switch, button, or programmable logic control-
ler (PLC).
3. Adjust the speed reference throughout the speed range.
4. Ensure that the system is working as intended by checking the sound and vibration levels of the motor.
5. Remove the external run command.

7.5 Parameter Settings

7.5.1 Parameter Setting Overview

Parameters are operational settings accessed through the LCP that are used to configure and operate the drive and motor for spe-
cific applications.
Some parameters have different default settings for international or North America. For a list of the different default values, see the
International/North American Default Parameter Settings section.
Parameter settings are stored internally in the drive, allowing the following advantages:
• Parameter settings can be uploaded into the LCP memory and stored as a back-up.
• Multiple units can be programmed quickly by connecting the LCP to the unit and downloading the stored parameter settings.
• Settings that are stored in the LCP are not changed when restoring factory default settings.
• Changes made to default settings and parameter variables are stored and available for viewing in the quick menu. See the LCP
Menu section.

7.5.2 Uploading and Downloading Parameter Settings

The drive operates using parameters stored on the control card, which is located within the drive. The upload and download func-
tions move the parameters between the control card and the LCP.
Procedure
1. Press [Off].
2. Go to parameter 0-50 LCP Copy and press [OK].
3. Select 1 of the following:
- - To upload data from the control card to the LCP, select [1] All to LCP.
- - To download data from the LCP to the control card, select [2] All from LCP.

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4. Press [OK].

A progress bar shows the uploading or downloading process.

5. Press [Hand On] or [Auto On].

7.5.3 Restoring Factory Default Settings Using the Recommended Initialization

N O T I C E
LOSS OF DATA
Restoring default settings results in a loss of programming, motor data, localization, and monitoring records.
- To create a back-up, upload data to the LCP before initialization. See 7.5.2 Uploading and Downloading Parameter Settings.

1. Press [Main Menu] twice to access parameters.

2. Go to parameter 14-22 Operation Mode and press [OK].

Parameter 14-22 Operation Mode does not reset the following settings:
- Running hours.
- Serial communication options.
- Personal menu settings.
- Fault log, alarm log, and other monitoring functions.

3. Scroll to Initialization and press [OK].

4. Remove power to the unit and wait for the display to turn off.
5. Apply power to the unit. Default parameter settings are restored during start-up. Start-up takes slightly longer than normal.
6. After alarm 80, Drive initialized appears, press [Reset].

7.5.4 Restoring Factory Default Settings Using Manual Initialization

N O T I C E
LOSS OF DATA
Restoring default settings results in a loss of programming, motor data, localization, and monitoring records.
- To create a back-up, upload data to the LCP before initialization. See 7.5.2 Uploading and Downloading Parameter Settings.

Procedure
1. Remove power to the unit and wait for the display to turn off.
2. Press and hold [Status], [Main Menu], and [OK] simultaneously while applying power to the unit (approximately 5 s or until
an audible click sounds and the fan starts).

Manually initializing does not reset the following parameter settings:

- Parameter 15-00 Operating Hours
- Parameter 15-03 Power Up's
- Parameter 15-04 Over Temp's
- Parameter 15-05 Over Volt's
Start-up takes slightly longer than normal.

N O T I C E
A manual initialization also resets serial communication, RFI filter settings, and fault log settings.

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8 Wiring Configuration Examples

8.1 Application Examples
The examples in this section are intended as a quick reference for common applications.
• Parameter settings are the regional default values selected in parameter 0-03 Regional Settings, unless otherwise indicated.
• Parameters associated with the terminals and their settings are shown next to the drawings.
• Required switch settings for analog terminals A53 or A54 are also shown.

8.1.1 Wiring Configuration for Automatic Motor Adaptation (AMA)

Table 72: Wiring Configuration for AMA with T27 Connected

Parameters

Function Setting
e30bu099.10

+24 V XD2.10
+24 V XD2.11 Parameter 1-29 Automatic Motor Adaptation (AMA) [1] Enable complete AMA
D IN XD2.12
D IN XD2.13 Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input [2]* Coast inverse
COM XD2.18
*=Default value
D IN XD2.14
D IN XD2.15
Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.16
Set parameter group 1-2* Motor Data according to motor nameplate.
D IN XD2.17
D IN XD2.19 Terminal 27 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment.

8.1.2 Wiring Configuration for Automatic Motor Adaptation (AMA) without T27
Table 73: Wiring Configuration for AMA without T27 Connected

Parameters

Function Setting
e30bu091.10

Parameter 1-29 Automatic Motor Adaptation (AMA) [1] Enable complete AMA

+24 V XD2.10 Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input [0] No operation

+24 V XD2.11
D IN XD2.12 *=Default value
D IN XD2.13
COM XD2.18 Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.14 Set parameter group 1-2* Motor Data according to motor nameplate.
D IN XD2.15 Terminal 27 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment.
D IN XD2.16
D IN XD2.17
D IN XD2.19

+10 V XD2.6
A IN XD2.7
A IN XD2.8
COM XD2.9
A OUT XD2.5
COM XD2.4

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8.1.3 Wiring Configuration: Speed

Table 74: Wiring Configuration for Analog Speed Reference (Voltage)

Parameters

Function Setting

e30bu073.10 Parameter 6-10 Terminal 53 Low Voltage 0.07 V*

Parameter 6-11 Terminal 53 High Voltage 10 V*

+10 V XD2.6
+
A IN XD2.7 Parameter 6-14 Terminal 53 Low Ref./Feedb. value 0 Hz
A IN XD2.8
COM XD2.9
-
Parameter 6-15 Terminal 53 High Ref./Feedb. Value 50 Hz
A OUT XD2.5
0–10 V
COM XD2.4 *=Default value

U-I Notes/comments:
D IN 37 is an option.
A53
Terminal 53 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.7 in the control compartment.

Table 75: Wiring Configuration for Analog Speed Reference (Current)

Parameters

Function Setting
e30bu074.10

Parameter 6-12 Terminal 53 Low Current 4 mA*

+10 V XD2.6 Parameter 6-13 Terminal 53 High Current 20 mA*

+
A IN XD2.7
A IN XD2.8 Parameter 6-14 Terminal 53 Low Ref./Feedb. value 0 Hz
COM XD2.9
- Parameter 6-15 Terminal 53 High Ref./Feedb. Value 50 Hz
A OUT XD2.5 4-20mA
COM XD2.4
*=Default value

U-I Notes/comments:
D IN 37 is an option.
A53 Terminal 53 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.7 in the control compartment.

Table 76: Wiring Configuration for Speed Reference (Using a Manual Potentiometer)

Parameters

Function Setting
e30bu075.10

Parameter 6-10 Terminal 53 Low Voltage 0.07 V*

+10 V XD2.6 Parameter 6-11 Terminal 53 High Voltage 10 V*

A IN XD2.7 # 5k#
A IN XD2.8 Parameter 6-14 Terminal 53 Low Ref./Feedb. value 0 Hz
COM XD2.9
A OUT XD2.5 Parameter 6-15 Terminal 53 High Ref./Feedb. Value 50 Hz
COM XD2.4
*=Default value

U-I Notes/comments:
D IN 37 is an option.
A53 Terminal 53 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.7 in the control compartment.

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Table 77: Wiring Configuration for Speed Up/Down

Parameters

Function Setting

e30bu076.10
+24 V XD2.10
+24 V XD2.11 Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [8] Start*
D IN XD2.12
D IN XD2.13 Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input [19] Freeze Reference
COM XD2.18
Parameter 5-13 Terminal 29 Digital Input [21] Speed Up
D IN XD2.14
D IN XD2.15
Parameter 5-14 Terminal 32 Digital Input [22] Speed Down
D IN XD2.16
D IN XD2.17 *=Deafult value
D IN XD2.19
Notes/comments:
D IN 37 is an option.
Terminal 18 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.12 in the control compartment.
Terminal 27 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment.
Terminal 29 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.15 in the control compartment.
Terminal 32 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.16 in the control compartment.

e30bu077.10
Speed
Reference

Start (XD2.12)

Freeze ref (XD2.14)

Speed up (XD2.15)

Speed down (XD2.16)

Illustration 66: Speed Up/Down

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8.1.4 Wiring Configuration: Feedback

Table 78: Wiring Configuration for Analog Current Feedback Transducer (2-wire)

Parameters

Function Setting

e30bu078.10 Parameter 6-22 Terminal 54 Low Current 4 mA*

+24 V XD2.10 Parameter 6-23 Terminal 54 High Current 20 mA*
+24 V XD2.11
D IN XD2.12 Parameter 6-24 Terminal 54 Low Ref./Feedb. value 0*
D IN XD2.13
COM XD2.18 Parameter 6-25 Terminal 54 High Ref./Feedb. Value 50*
D IN XD2.14
*=Default value
D IN XD2.15
D IN XD2.16
Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.17
D IN 37 is an option.
D IN XD2.19
Terminal 54 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.8 in the control compartment.
+10 V XD2.6
+
A IN XD2.7
A IN XD2.8
-
COM XD2.9 4-20 mA
A OUT XD2.5
COM XD2.4

U-I

A 54

Table 79: Wiring Configuration for Analog Voltage Feedback Transducer (3-wire)

Parameters

Function Setting
e30bu079.10

Parameter 6-20 Terminal 54 Low Voltage 0.07 V*

+24 V XD2.10
Parameter 6-21 Terminal 54 High Voltage 10 V*
+24 V XD2.11
D IN XD2.12
Parameter 6-24 Terminal 54 Low Ref./Feedb. value 0*
D IN XD2.13
COM XD2.18 Parameter 6-25 Terminal 54 High Ref./Feedb. Value 50*
D IN XD2.14
D IN XD2.15 *=Default value
D IN XD2.16
D IN XD2.17 Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.19 D IN 37 is an option.
Terminal 54 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.8 in the control compartment.
+10 V XD2.6
+
A IN XD2.7
A IN XD2.8
COM XD2.9
-
A OUT XD2.5 0-10 V
COM XD2.4

U-I

A54

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Table 80: Wiring Configuration for Analog Voltage Feedback Transducer (4-wire)

Parameters

Function Setting

e30bu080.10 Parameter 6-20 Terminal 54 Low Voltage 0.07 V*

+24 V XD2.10
Parameter 6-21 Terminal 54 High Voltage 10 V*
+24 V XD2.11
D IN XD2.12 Parameter 6-24 Terminal 54 Low Ref./Feedb. value 0*
D IN XD2.13
COM XD2.18 Parameter 6-25 Terminal 54 High Ref./Feedb. Value 50*
D IN XD2.14
D IN XD2.15 *=Default value
D IN XD2.16
D IN XD2.17 Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.19 D IN 37 is an option.
Terminal 54 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.8 in the control compartment.
+10 V XD2.6
+
A IN XD2.7
A IN XD2.8
COM XD2.9
A OUT XD2.5 -
COM XD2.4 0-10 V

U-I

A54

8.1.5 Wiring Configuration: Run/Stop

Table 81: Wiring Configuration for Run/Stop Command with External Interlock

Parameters

Function Setting
e30bu081.10

Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [8] Start*

+24 V XD2.10
+24 V XD2.11 Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input [7] External interlock
D IN XD2.12
*=Default value
D IN XD2.13
COM XD2.18
Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.14
D IN 37 is an option.
D IN XD2.15
D IN XD2.16 Terminal 18 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.12 in the control compartment.
D IN XD2.17 Terminal 27 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment.
D IN XD2.19

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Table 82: Wiring Configuration for Run/Stop Command without External Interlock

Parameters

Function Setting

e30bu082.10
Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [8] Start*
+24 V XD2.10
Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input [7] External interlock
+24 V XD2.11
D IN XD2.12 *=Default value
D IN XD2.13
COM XD2.18 Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.14
If parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Inputs is set to [0] No operation, a jumper wire to terminal
D IN XD2.15 XD2.14 is not needed.
D IN XD2.16
D IN 37 is an option.
D IN XD2.17
D IN XD2.19 Terminal 18 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.12 in the control compartment.
Terminal 27 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment.

Table 83: Wiring Configuration for Run Permissive

Parameters

Function Setting
e30bu083.10

Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [8] Start*

Parameter 5-11 Terminal 19 Digital Input [52] Run permissive

+24 V XD2.10
+24 V XD2.11 Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input [7] External interlock
D IN XD2.12
D IN XD2.13 Parameter 5-40 Function Relay [167] Start command act.
COM XD2.18
D IN XD2.14 *=Default value
D IN XD2.15
D IN XD2.16
Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.17 D IN 37 is an option.
D IN XD2.19 Terminal 18 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.12 in the control compartment.
Terminal 19 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.13 in the control compartment.
+10 V XD2.6
Terminal 27 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment.
A IN XD2.7
A IN XD2.8
COM XD2.9
A OUT XD2.5
COM XD2.4

XD2.21
R1

XD2.22
XD2.23

XD2.24
R2

XD2.25
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8.1.6 Wiring Configuration: Start/Stop

Table 84: Wiring Configuration for Start/Stop Command with Safe Torque Off Option

Parameters

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Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [Start]*

+24 V XD2.10
Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input [0] No operation
+24 V XD2.11
D IN XD2.12 Parameter 5-19 Terminal 37 Safe Stop [1] Safe Stop Alarm
D IN XD2.13
COM XD2.18 *=Default value
D IN XD2.14
D IN XD2.15 Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.16 If parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input is set to [0] No operation, a jumper wire to terminal
D IN XD2.17 XD2.14 is not needed.
D IN XD2.19 D IN 37 is an option.
Terminal 18 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.12 in the control compartment.
Terminal 27 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment.
Terminal 37 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.19 in the control compartment.

Speed

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Start/Stop (XD2.12)

Illustration 67: Wiring Configuration for Start/Stop Command with Safe Torque Off

Table 85: Wiring Configuration for Pulse Start/Stop

Parameters

Function Setting
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Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [9] Latched Start

+24 V XD2.10
Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input [6] Stop Inverse
+24 V XD2.11
D IN XD2.12 *=Default value
D IN XD2.13
COM XD2.18 Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.14 If parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input is set [0] No operation, a jumper wire to terminal
D IN XD2.15 XD2.14 is not needed.
D IN XD2.16 D IN 37 is an option.
D IN XD2.17
Terminal 18 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.12 in the control compartment.
D IN XD2.19
Terminal 27 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment.

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Speed

Latched Start (XD2.12)

Stop Inverse (XD2.14)

Illustration 68: Latched Start/Stop Inverse

Table 86: Wiring Configuration for Start/Stop with Reversing and 4 Preset Speeds

Parameters

Function Setting
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Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [8] Start

+24 V XD2.10
+24 V XD2.11 Parameter 5-11 Terminal 19 Digital Input [10] Reversing*
D IN XD2.12
Parameter 5-12 Terminal 27 Digital Input [0] No operation
D IN XD2.13
COM XD2.18
Parameter 5-14 Terminal 32 Digital Input [16] Preset ref bit 0
D IN XD2.14
D IN XD2.15 Parameter 5-15 Terminal 33 Digital Input [17] Preset ref bit 1
D IN XD2.16
D IN XD2.17 Parameter 3-10 Preset Reference • Preset ref. 0 = 25%
• Preset ref. 1 = 50%
• Preset ref. 2 = 75%
• Preset ref. 3 = 100%

*=Default value

Notes/comments:
D IN 37 is an option.
Terminal 18 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.12 in the control compartment.
Terminal 19 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.13 in the control compartment.
Terminal 27 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.14 in the control compartment.
Terminal 32 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.16 in the control compartment.
Terminal 33 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.17 in the control compartment.

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8.1.7 Wiring Configuration: External Alarm Reset

Table 87: Wiring Configuration for External Alarm Reset

Parameter

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Parameter 5-14 Terminal 32 Digital Input [1] Reset

+24 V XD2.10
*=Default value
+24 V XD2.11
D IN XD2.12
Notes/comments:
D IN XD2.13
D IN 37 is an option.
COM XD2.18
D IN XD2.14 Terminal 32 in the parameter title corresponds to terminal XD2.16 in the control compartment.
D IN XD2.15
D IN XD2.16
D IN XD2.17
D IN XD2.19

8.1.8 Wiring Configuration: RS485

Table 88: Wiring Configuration for RS485 Network Connection

Parameters

Function Setting
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Parameter 8-30 Protocol FC*

RS485
XD2.10
+ Parameter 8-31 Address 1*
XD2.11
XD2.12
- Parameter 8-32 Baud Rate 9600*

*=Default value

Notes/comments:
Select protocol, address, and baud rate in the above-mentioned parameters.
D IN 37 is an option.

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8.1.9 Wiring Configuration: Motor Thermistor

C A U T I O N
THERMISTOR INSULATION
Risk of personal injury or equipment damage.
- Use only thermistors with reinforced or double insulation to meet PELV insulation requirements.

Table 89: Wiring Configuration for Motor Thermistor

Parameters

Function Setting
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Parameter 1-90 Motor Thermal Protection [2] Thermistor trip

+10 V XD2.6
A IN XD2.7 Parameter 1-93 Thermistor Source [1] Analog input 53
A IN XD2.8
COM XD2.9 * = Default value
A OUT XD2.5
COM XD2.4 If only a warning is required, set parameter 1-90 Motor Thermal Protection to [1] Thermistor warn-
ing.
U-I D IN 37 is an option.
Input 53 in the parameter corresponds to terminal XD2.7 in the control compartment.
A53

8.1.10 Wiring for Regeneration

Table 90: Wiring Configuration for Regeneration

Parameter

Function Setting
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Parameter 1-90 Motor Thermal Protection 100%*

+24 V XD2.10 * = Default value

+24 V XD2.11
D IN XD2.12 To disable regeneration, decrease parameter 1-90 Motor Thermal Protection to 0%. However, if
D IN XD2.13 the application uses motor brake power and regeneration is not enabled, the drive will trip.
COM XD2.18
D IN XD2.14
D IN XD2.15
D IN XD2.16
D IN XD2.17
D IN XD2.19

+10 V XD2.6
A IN XD2.7
A IN XD2.8
COM XD2.9
A OUT XD2.5
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8.1.11 Wiring Configuration for a Relay Set-up with Smart Logic Control
Table 91: Wiring Configuration for a Relay with Smart Logic Control

Parameters

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Parameter 4-30 Motor Feedback Loss Function [1] Warning

XD2.21
XD2.23
R1

Parameter 4-31 Motor Feedback Speed Error 100 RPM

XD2.22
Parameter 4-32 Motor Feedback Loss Timeout 5s
XD2.24
XD2.26 Parameter 7-00 Speed PID Feedback Source [2] MCB 102
R2

XD2.25
Parameter 17-11 Resolution (PPR) 1024*

Parameter 13-00 SL Controller Mode [1] On

Parameter 13-01 Start Event [19] Warning

Parameter 13-02 Stop Event [44] Reset key

Parameter 13-10 Comparator Operand [21] Warning no.

Parameter 13-11 Comparator Operator [1] ≈ (equal)*

Parameter 13-12 Comparator Value 90

Parameter 13-51 SL Controller Event [22] Comparator 0

Parameter 13-52 SL Controller Action [32] Set digital out A low

Parameter 5-40 Function Relay [80] SL digital output A

*=Default value

Notes/comments:
If the limit in the feedback monitor is exceeded, warning 90, Feedback Mon. is issued. The SLC
monitors warning 90, Feedback Mon. and if the warning becomes true, relay 1 is triggered. Ex-
ternal equipment may require service.
However, if the feedback error goes below the limit again within 5 s and the warning disap-
pears, press [Reset] on the LCP.

8.1.12 Wiring Configuration: Compressor

The SmartStart guides the user through the set-up of a refrigeration compressor asking for input data about the compressor and
the refrigeration system on which the drive is running. All terminology and units used within the SmartStart are common refrigera-
tion type and set up is thus completed in 10–15 easy steps using just 2 keys of the LCP.

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Supply

-1/12 Bar
Refrigerant Rxxx
P

Reference 53

54 Feedback
Night setback

0/4-20 mA
0-10 V
PT 1000 inputs
(optional)

Alarms

Illustration 69: Standard Configuration of “Compressor with Internal Control”

SmartStart Input:
• Bypass valve
• Recycling time (start to start)
• Minimum frequency (Hz)
• Maximum frequency (Hz)
• Setpoint
• Cut in/cut out
• 400/230 V AC
• Current (A)
• Speed (RPM)

8.1.13 Wiring Configuration for Single or Multiple Refrigeration Fans/Pumps

The SmartStart guides through the process of setting up of a refrigeration condenser fan or pump. Enter data about the condenser
or pump and the refrigeration system on which the drive is running. All terminology and units used within the SmartStart are com-
mon refrigeration type and set-up is thus completed in 10–15 easy steps using 2 keys on the LCP.

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L1
L2
PE
F1
gL/UR

91 92 93 Control signal
0-10 V or
FC 103 4-20 mA
53/54
55
12
18 Start
27

Motors insulation class B minimum

Alarm
Motor M M M
U V W PE
96 97 95 93

Cables * * *
Ltot. max. = 40 mm

Illustration 70: Speed Control Using Analog Reference (Open Loop) – Single Fan or Pump/Multiple Fans or Pumps in Parallel

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L1
L2
PE
F1
gL/UR

91 92 93

FC 103
12
18 Start
27
54

55

Motors insulation class B minimum

Alarm
Motor M M M
U V W PE
96 97 95 93

Cables * * *
Ltot. max. = 40 mm

Illustration 71: Pressure Control in Closed Loop – Standalone System - Single Fan or Pump/Multiple Fans or Pumps in Parallel

Recommended motor cable types are:

• LIYCY
• Lapp Oelflex 100CY 450/750 V
• Lapp Oelflex 110CY 600/1000 V
• Lapp Oelflex SERVO 2YSLCY-J9
• Lapp Oelflex SERVO 2YSLCYK-J9
• HELU TOPFLEX-EWV-2YSLCY-J

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• HELU TOPFLEX-EWV-UV 2YSLCYK-J

• HELU TOPFLEX-EWV-3PLUS 2YSLCY-J
• HELU TOPFLEX-EWV-UV-3PLUS 2YSLCYK-J
• Faber Kabel EWV-Motorleitung 2YSL(St)Cyv
• Nexans MOTIONLINE RHEYFLEX-EWV 2XSLSTCY-J

8.1.14 Wiring Configuration for a Compressor Pack

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P0

Illustration 72: P0 Pressure Transmitter

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AC Drive

12 18 27 20 37 55 54 U V
Supply

1 2
AKS33

Illustration 73: How to Connect the FC 103 and AKS33 for Closed-Loop Applications

N O T I C E
To find out which parameters are relevant, run the SmartStart.

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9 Maintenance, Diagnostics, and Troubleshooting

9.1 Maintenance and Service
Under normal operating conditions and load profiles, the drive is maintenance-free throughout its designed lifetime. To prevent
breakdown, danger, and damage, examine the drive for loose terminal connections, excessive dust buildup, and so on, at regular
intervals. Replace worn or damaged parts with Danfoss authorized parts. For service and support, contact the local Danfoss supplier.

W A R N I N G
UNINTENDED START
When the drive is connected to the AC mains, DC supply, or load sharing, the motor may start at any time, causing risk of death,
serious injury, and equipment or property damage. The motor may start by activation of an external switch, a fieldbus command,
an input reference signal from the LCP or LOP, via remote operation using MCT 10 Set-up software, or after a cleared fault condi-
tion.
- Press [Off] on the LCP before programming parameters.
- Disconnect the drive from the mains whenever personal safety considerations make it necessary to avoid unintended motor
start.
- Check that the drive, motor, and any driven equipment are in operational readiness.

9.2 Disposal
Do not dispose of equipment containing electrical components together with domestic waste. Collect it separately in accordance
with applicable local regulations.

9.3 Status Messages

9.3.1 Status Message Overview

When the drive is in status mode, status messages automatically appear in the bottom line of the LCP display.
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Status 1(1)
799RPM 7.83A 36.4kW
0.000
53.2%

Auto Remote Ramping

Hand Local Stop
1 Off Running
Jogging
.
2 .
.
3 Standby

Illustration 74: Status Display

1 See 9.3.2 Status Messages - Operating Mode. 3 See 9.3.4 Status Messages - Operation Status.

2 See 9.3.3 Status Messages - Reference Site.

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9.3.2 Status Messages - Operating Mode

Table 92: Operating Mode

Operating Description
mode

Auto The drive requires external commands to execute functions. The start/stop commands are sent via the control
terminals and/or the serial communication.

Hand The navigation keys on the LCP can be used to control the drive. Stop commands, reset, reversing, DC brake,
and other signals applied to the control terminals override local control.

Off The drive does not react to any control signal until [Auto On] or [Hand On] is pressed.

9.3.3 Status Messages - Reference Site

Table 93: Reference Site

Reference site Description

Remote The speed reference is given from:

• External signals.
• Serial communication.
• Internal preset references.

Local The drive uses reference values from the LCP.

9.3.4 Status Messages - Operation Status

Table 94: Operation Status

Operation Description
status

AC brake AC brake was selected in parameter 2-10 Brake Function. The AC brake overmagnetizes the motor to achieve a
controlled slow down.

AMA finish Automatic motor adaptation (AMA) was carried out successfully.
OK

AMA ready AMA is ready to start. To start, press [Hand On].

AMA run- AMA process is in progress.

ning

Braking The brake chopper is in operation. The brake resistor absorbs the generative energy.

Braking The brake chopper is in operation. The power limit for the brake resistor defined in parameter 2-12 Brake Power
max. Limit (kW) has been reached.

Coast • [2] Coast inverse was selected as a function for a digital input (parameter group 5–1* Digital Inputs). The corre-
sponding terminal is not connected.
• Coast activated by serial communication.
• No output from the drive to the motor.

Ctrl. ramp- [1] Ctrl. ramp-down was selected in parameter 14-10 Mains Failure.
down
• The mains voltage is below the value set in parameter 14-11 Mains Voltage at Mains Fault.
• The drive ramps down the motor in a controlled manner.

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Operation Description
status

Current The drive output current is above the limit set in parameter 4-51 Warning Current High.
high

Current low The drive output current is below the limit set in parameter 4-52 Warning Speed Low.

DC hold DC hold is selected in parameter 1-80 Function at Stop and a stop command is active. The motor is held by a DC
current set in parameter 2-00 DC Hold Current.

DC stop The motor is held with a DC current (parameter 2-01 DC Brake Current) for a specified time (parameter 2-02 DC Brak-
ing Time).
• DC brake is activated in parameter 2-03 DC Brake Cut In Speed [RPM] and a stop command is active.
• DC brake (inverse) is selected as a function for a digital input (parameter group 5–1* Digital Inputs). The corre-
sponding terminal is not active.
• The DC brake is activated via serial communication.

Feedback The sum of all active feedback is above the feedback limit set in parameter 4-57 Warning Feedback High.
high

Feedback The sum of all active feedback is below the feedback limit set in parameter 4-56 Warning Feedback Low.
low

Freeze out- The remote reference is active, which holds the present speed.
put • [20] Freeze Output was selected as a function for a digital input (parameter group 5–1* Digital Inputs). The corre-
sponding terminal is active. Speed control is only possible via the terminal functions speed up and speed
down.
• Hold ramp is activated via serial communication.

Freeze out- A freeze output command has been given, but the motor remains stopped until a run permissive signal is re-
put request ceived.

Freeze ref. [19] Freeze Reference was selected as a function for a digital input (parameter group 5–1* Digital Inputs). The corre-
sponding terminal is active. The drive saves the actual reference. Changing the reference is now only possible via
terminal functions speed up and speed down.

Jog request A jog command has been given, but the motor is stopped until a run permissive signal is received via a digital
input.

Jogging The motor is running as programmed in parameter 3-19 Jog Speed [RPM].
• [14] Jog was selected as function for a digital input (parameter group 5–1* Digital Inputs). The corresponding
terminal (for example, terminal 29) is active.
• The jog function is activated via the serial communication.
• The jog function was selected as a reaction for a monitoring function (for example, No signal). The monitoring
function is active.

Motor check In parameter 1-80 Function at Stop, [2] Motor Check was selected. A stop command is active. To ensure that a motor
is connected to the drive, a permanent test current is applied to the motor.

OVC control Overvoltage control was activated by [2] Enabled in parameter 2-17 Over-voltage Control. The connected motor is
supplying the drive with generative energy. The overvoltage control adjusts the V/Hz ratio to run the motor in
controlled mode and to prevent the drive from tripping.

Power unit (For drives with a 24 V external supply installed only.) Mains supply to the drive is removed, but the control card is
off supplied by the external 24 V.

Protection Protection mode is active. The unit has detected a critical status (an overcurrent or overvoltage).
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Operation Description
status
• To avoid tripping, the switching frequency is reduced to 1.5 kHz if parameter 14-55 Output Filter is set to [2]
Sine-Wave Filter Fixed. Otherwise, the switching frequency is reduced to 1.0 kHz.
• If possible, protection mode ends after approximately 10 s.
• Protection mode can be restricted in parameter 14-26 Trip Delay at Inverter Fault.

Qstop The motor is decelerating using parameter 3-81 Quick Stop Ramp Time.
• [4] Quick stop inverse was selected as a function for a digital input (parameter group 5–1* Digital Inputs). The
corresponding terminal is not active.
• The quick stop function was activated via serial communication.

Ramping The motor is accelerating/decelerating using the active ramp up/down. The reference, a limit value, or a standstill
is not yet reached.

Ref. high The sum of all active references is above the reference limit set in parameter 4-55 Warning Reference High.

Ref. low The sum of all active references is below the reference limit set in parameter 4-54 Warning Reference Low.

Run on ref. The drive is running in the reference range. The feedback value matches the setpoint value.

Run request A start command has been given, but the motor is stopped until a run permissive signal is received via digital
input.

Running The drive is driving the motor.

Sleep mode The energy-saving function is enabled. This function being enabled means that now the motor has stopped, but
that it restarts automatically when required.

Speed high The motor speed is above the value set in parameter 4-53 Warning Speed High.

Speed low The motor speed is below the value set in parameter 4-52 Warning Speed Low.

Standby In auto-on mode, the drive starts the motor with a start signal from a digital input or serial communication.

Start delay In parameter 1-71 Start Delay, a delay starting time was set. A start command is activated and the motor starts after
the start delay time expires.

Start [12] Enable Start Forward and [13] Enable Start Reverse were selected as functions for 2 different digital inputs
fwd/rev (parameter group 5–1* Digital Inputs). The motor starts in forward or reverse depending on which corresponding
terminal is activated.

Stop The drive has received a stop command from 1 of the following:
• LCP.
• Digital input.
• Serial communication.

Trip/Trip An alarm occurred and the motor is stopped. Once the cause of the alarm is cleared, reset the drive using 1 of the
lock following:
• Pressing [Reset].
• Remotely by control terminals.
• Via serial communication.

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9.4 Warnings and Alarms

9.4.1 Warning and Alarm Types

Alarm
An alarm indicates a fault that requires immediate attention. The fault always triggers a trip or trip lock. Reset the drive after an
alarm using 1 of the following methods:
• Press [Reset]/[Off/Reset].
• Digital reset input command.
• Serial communication reset input command.
• Auto reset.
Warning
A state entered in fault situations, for example if the drive is subject to an overtemperature or when the drive is protecting the
motor, process, or mechanism. The drive prevents a restart until the cause of the fault has disappeared. To cancel the trip state,
restart the drive. Do not use the trip state for personal safety.
Trip
When tripping, the drive suspends operation to prevent damage to the drive and other equipment. When a trip occurs, the motor
coasts to a stop. The drive logic continues to operate and monitor the drive status. After the fault condition is remedied, the drive is
ready for a reset.
Trip lock
The drive enters this state in fault situations to protect itself. The drive requires physical intervention, for example when there is a
short circuit on the output. A trip lock can only be canceled by disconnecting mains, removing the cause of the fault, and reconnect-
ing the drive. Restart is prevented until the trip state is canceled by activating reset or, sometimes, by being programmed to reset
automatically. Do not use the trip lock state for personal safety.
LCP notification
When a fault is triggered, the LCP indicates the type of fault (alarm, warning, or trip lock) and shows the alarm or warning number in
the display.
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Alarm

Illustration 75: Status Indicator Lights

Table 95: Fault Types

Type of fault Warning indicator light Alarm indicator light

Warning On Off

Alarm Off On (flashing)

Trip lock On On (flashing)

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Status 1(1)
0.0Hz 0.000kW 0
0.0Hz
0

Earth Fault [A14]

Auto Remote Trip

Illustration 76: Alarm Example

9.4.2 WARNING 1, 10 Volts Low

Cause
The control card voltage is less than 10 V from terminal 50. Remove some of the load from terminal 50, as the 10 V supply is overloa-
ded. Maximum 15 mA or minimum 590 Ω.
A short circuit in a connected potentiometer or incorrect wiring of the potentiometer can cause this condition.
Troubleshooting
Remove the wiring from terminal 50.
• If the warning clears, the problem is with the wiring.
• If the warning does not clear, replace the control card.

9.4.3 WARNING/ALARM 2, Live Zero Error

Cause
This warning or alarm only appears if programmed in parameter 6-01 Live Zero Timeout Function. The signal on 1 of the analog inputs
is less than 50% of the minimum value programmed for that input. Broken wiring or a faulty device sending the signal can cause
this condition.
Troubleshooting
• Check connections on all analog mains terminals.
- Control card terminals 53 and 54 for signals, terminal 55 common.
- VLT® General Purpose I/O MCB 101 terminals 11 and 12 for signals, terminal 10 common.
- VLT® Analog I/O Option MCB 109 terminals 1, 3, and 5 for signals, terminals 2, 4, and 6 common.
• Check that the drive programming and switch settings match the analog signal type.
• Perform an input terminal signal test.

9.4.4 WARNING/ALARM 3, No Motor

Cause
No motor is connected to the output of the drive.

9.4.5 WARNING/ALARM 4, Mains Phase Loss

Cause
A phase is missing on the supply side, or the mains voltage imbalance is too high. This message also appears for a fault in the input
rectifier. Options are programmed in parameter 14-12 Function at Mains Imbalance.
Troubleshooting
• Check the supply voltage and supply currents to the drive.

9.4.6 WARNING 5, DC Link Voltage High

Cause
The DC-link voltage (DC) is higher than the high-voltage warning limit. The limit depends on the drive voltage rating. The unit is still
active.

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9.4.7 WARNING 6, DC Link Voltage Low

Cause
The DC-link voltage (DC) is lower than the low-voltage warning limit. The limit depends on the drive voltage rating. The unit is still
active.

9.4.8 WARNING/ALARM 7, DC Overvoltage

Cause
If the DC-link voltage exceeds the limit, the drive trips after a certain time.
Troubleshooting
• Extend the ramp time.
• Change the ramp type.
• Activate the functions in parameter 2-10 Brake Function.
• Increase parameter 14-26 Trip Delay at Inverter Fault.
• If the alarm/warning occurs during a power sag, use kinetic back-up (parameter 14-10 Mains Failure).
• Connect a brake resistor.

9.4.9 WARNING/ALARM 8, DC Undervoltage

Cause
If the DC-link voltage drops below the undervoltage limit, the drive checks for 24 V DC back-up supply. If no 24 V DC back-up supply
is connected, the drive trips after a fixed time delay. The time delay varies with unit size.
Troubleshooting
• Check that the supply voltage matches the drive voltage.
• Perform an input voltage test.
• Perform a soft-charge circuit test.

9.4.10 WARNING/ALARM 9, Inverter Overload

Cause
The drive has run with more than 100% overload for too long and is about to cut out. The counter for electronic thermal inverter
protection issues a warning at 98% and trips at 100% with an alarm. The drive cannot be reset until the counter is below 90%.
Troubleshooting
• Compare the output current shown on the LCP with the drive rated current.
• Compare the output current shown on the LCP with the measured motor current.
• Show the thermal drive load on the LCP and monitor the value.
- When running above the drive continuous current rating, the counter increases.
- When running below the drive continuous current rating, the counter decreases.

9.4.11 WARNING/ALARM 10, Motor Overload Temperature

Cause
According to the electronic thermal protection (ETR), the motor is too hot.
This warning/alarm is controlled by parameter 1-90 Motor Thermal Protection:
• If the parameter is set to warning options, the drive issues a warning or an alarm when the counter is >90%.
• If the parameter is set to trip options, the drive trips when the counter reaches 100%.
The fault occurs when the motor runs with more than 100% overload for too long.
Troubleshooting
• Check for motor overheating.
• Check whether the motor is mechanically overloaded.
• Check that the motor current set in parameter 1-24 Motor Current is correct.
• Ensure that the motor data in parameters 1-20 to 1-25 is set correctly.

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• If an external fan is in use, check that it is selected in parameter 1-91 Motor External Fan.
• Run AMA in parameter 1-29 Automatic Motor Adaptation (AMA). This tunes the drive to the motor more accurately and reduces
thermal loading.

9.4.12 WARNING/ALARM 11, Motor Thermistor Overtemp

Cause
The motor thermistor indicates that the motor temperature is too high.
Troubleshooting
• Check for motor overheating.
• Check that the thermistor is securely connected.
• Check whether the motor is mechanically overloaded.
• When using terminal 53 or 54:
- Check that the thermistor is connected correctly between either terminal 53 or 54 (analog voltage input) and terminal 50
(+10 V supply).
- Check that the terminal switch for 53 and 54 is set for voltage.
- Check that parameter 1-93 Thermistor Resource selects 53 or 54.
• When using terminal 18, 19, 31, 32, or 33 (digital inputs):
- Check that the thermistor is connected correctly between the digital input terminal used (digital input PNP only) and termi-
nal 50.
- Select the terminal to use in parameter 1-93 Thermistor Resource.

9.4.13 WARNING/ALARM 12, Torque Limit

Cause
The torque has exceeded the value in parameter 4-16 Torque Limit Motor Mode or the value in parameter 4-17 Torque Limit Generator
Mode. Parameter 14-25 Trip Delay at Torque Limit can change this warning from a warning-only condition to a warning followed by
an alarm.
Troubleshooting
• If the motor torque limit is exceeded during ramp-up, extend the ramp-up time.
• If the generator torque limit is exceeded during ramp-down time, extend the ramp-down time.
• If torque limit occurs while running, increase the torque limit. Make sure that the system can operate safely at a higher torque.
• Check the application for excessive current draw on the motor.

9.4.14 WARNING/ALARM 13, Overcurrent

Cause
The inverter peak current limit (approximately 200% of the rated current) is exceeded. The warning lasts approximately 1.5 s, then
the drive trips and issues an alarm. Shock loading or quick acceleration with high-inertia loads can cause this fault. If the accelera-
tion during ramp-up is quick, the fault can also appear after kinetic back-up. If extended mechanical brake control is selected, a trip
can be reset externally.
Troubleshooting
• Remove power and check if the motor shaft can be turned.
• Check that the motor size matches the drive.
• Check that the motor data is correct in parameters 1-20 to 1-25.

9.4.15 ALARM 14, Earth (Ground) Fault

Cause
There is current from the output phase to ground, either in the cable between the drive and the motor, or in the motor itself. The
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motor. Ground fault is issued if the deviation of the 2 currents is too large. The current going out of the drive must be the same as
the current going into the drive.
Troubleshooting
• Remove power to the drive and repair the ground fault.
• Check for ground faults in the motor by measuring the resistance to ground of the motor cables and the motor with a megohm-
meter.
• Reset any potential individual offset in the 3 current sensors in the drive. Perform a manual initialization or perform a complete
AMA. This method is most relevant after changing the power card.

9.4.16 ALARM 15, Hardware Mismatch

Cause
A fitted option is not operational with the present control card hardware or software.
Troubleshooting
Record the value of the following parameters and contact Danfoss.
• Parameter 15-40 FC Type.
• Parameter 15-41 Power Section.
• Parameter 15-42 Voltage.
• Parameter 15-43 Software Version.
• Parameter 15-45 Actual Typecode String.
• Parameter 15-49 SW ID Control Card.
• Parameter 15-50 SW ID Power Card.
• Parameter 15-60 Option Mounted.
• Parameter 15-61 Option SW Version (for each option slot).

9.4.17 ALARM 16, Short Circuit

Cause
There is short-circuiting in the motor or motor wiring.
Troubleshooting
• Disconnect power before proceeding.
• Remove the power to the drive and repair the short circuit.

9.4.18 WARNING/ALARM 17, Control Word Timeout

Cause
There is no communication to the drive. The warning is only active when parameter 8-04 Control Word Timeout Function is NOT set to
[0] Off.
If parameter 8-04 Control Word Timeout Function is set to [5] Stop and trip, a warning appears, and the drive ramps down to a stop
and shows an alarm.
Troubleshooting
• Check the connections on the serial communication cable.
• Increase parameter 8-03 Control Word Timeout Time.
• Check the operation of the communication equipment.
• Verify that proper EMC installation was performed.

9.4.19 WARNING/ALARM 20, Temp. Input Error

Cause
The temperature sensor is not connected.

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9.4.20 WARNING/ALARM 21, Parameter Error

Cause
The parameter is out of range. The parameter number is shown in the display.
Troubleshooting
• Set the affected parameter to a valid value.

9.4.21 WARNING 23, Internal Fan Fault

Cause
The fan warning function is a protective function that checks if the fan is running/mounted. The fan warning can be disabled in
parameter 14-53 Fan Monitor ([0] Disabled).
For drives with DC fans, a feedback sensor is mounted in the fan. If the fan is commanded to run and there is no feedback from the
sensor, this alarm appears. For drives with AC fans, the voltage to the fan is monitored.
Troubleshooting
• Check for proper fan operation.
• Cycle power to the drive and check that the fan operates briefly at start-up.
• Check the sensors on the control card.

9.4.22 WARNING 24, External Fan Fault

Cause
The fan warning function is a protective function that checks if the fan is running/mounted. The fan warning can be disabled in
parameter 14-53 Fan Monitor ([0] Disabled).
For drives with DC fans, a feedback sensor is mounted in the fan. If the fan is commanded to run and there is no feedback from the
sensor, this warning appears. For drives with AC fans, the voltage to the fan is monitored.
Troubleshooting
• Check for proper fan operation.
• Cycle power to the drive and check that the fan operates briefly at start-up.
• Check the sensors on the heat sink.

9.4.23 WARNING 25, Brake Resistor Short Circuit

Cause
The brake resistor is monitored during operation. If a short circuit occurs, the brake function is disabled and the warning appears.
The drive is still operational, but without the brake function.
Troubleshooting
• Remove the power to the drive and replace the brake resistor (refer to parameter 2-15 Brake Check).

9.4.24 WARNING/ALARM 26, Brake Resistor Power Limit

Cause
The power transmitted to the brake resistor is calculated as a mean value over the last 120 s of run time. The calculation is based on
the DC-link voltage and the brake resistor value set in parameter 2-16 AC Brake Max. Current. The warning is active when the dissipa-
ted braking power is higher than 90% of the brake resistor power. If option [2] Trip is selected in parameter 2-13 Brake Power Monitor-
ing, the drive trips when the dissipated braking power reaches 100%.

9.4.25 WARNING/ALARM 27, Brake Chopper Fault

Cause
The brake transistor is monitored during operation, and if a short circuit occurs, the brake function is disabled, and a warning is
issued. The drive is still operational, but since the brake transistor has short-circuited, substantial power is transmitted to the brake
resistor, even if it is inactive.
Troubleshooting
• Remove the power to the drive and remove the brake resistor.

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9.4.26 WARNING/ALARM 28, Brake Check Failed

Cause
The brake resistor is not connected or not working.
Troubleshooting
• Check parameter 2-15 Brake Check.

9.4.27 ALARM 29, Heat Sink Temp

Cause
The maximum temperature of the heat sink is exceeded. The temperature fault is not reset until the temperature drops below a
defined heat sink temperature. The trip and reset points are different based on the drive power size.
Troubleshooting
Check for the following conditions:
• The ambient temperature is too high.
• The motor cables are too long.
• Incorrect airflow clearance above and below the drive.
• Blocked airflow around the drive.
• Damaged heat sink fan.
• Dirty heat sink.

9.4.28 ALARM 30, Motor Phase U Missing

Cause
Motor phase U between the drive and the motor is missing.
Troubleshooting
• Disconnect power before proceeding.
• Remove the power from the drive and check motor phase U.

9.4.29 ALARM 31, Motor Phase V Missing

Cause
Motor phase V between the drive and the motor is missing.
Troubleshooting
• Disconnect power before proceeding.
• Remove the power from the drive and check motor phase V.

9.4.30 ALARM 32, Motor Phase W Missing

Cause
Motor phase W between the drive and the motor is missing.
Troubleshooting
• Disconnect power before proceeding.
• Remove the power from the drive and check motor phase W.

9.4.31 ALARM 33, Inrush Fault

Cause
Too many power-ups have occurred within a short time period.
Troubleshooting
• Let the unit cool to operating temperature.
• Check potential DC-link fault to ground.

9.4.32 WARNING/ALARM 34, Fieldbus Communication Fault

Cause
The fieldbus on the communication option card is not working.

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9.4.33 WARNING/ALARM 35, Option Fault

Cause
An option alarm is received. The alarm is option-specific. The most likely cause is a power-up or a communication fault.

9.4.34 WARNING/ALARM 36, Mains Failure

Cause
This warning/alarm is only active if the supply voltage to the drive is lost and parameter 14-10 Mains Failure is not set to [0] No Func-
tion.
Troubleshooting
• Check the fuses to the drive and mains supply to the unit.

9.4.35 ALARM 37, Phase Imbalance

Cause
There is a current imbalance between the power units.

9.4.36 ALARM 38, Internal Fault

Cause
When an internal fault occurs, a code number defined in Table 96 is shown.
Troubleshooting
• Cycle power.
• Check that the option is properly installed.
• Check for loose or missing wiring.
It may be necessary to contact the Danfoss supplier or service department. Note the code number for further troubleshooting direc-
tions.

Table 96: Internal Fault Codes

Number Text

0 The serial port cannot be initialized. Contact the Danfoss supplier or Danfoss service department.

256–258 The power EEPROM data is defective or too old. Replace the power card.

512–519 Internal fault. Contact the Danfoss supplier or Danfoss service department.

783 Parameter value outside of minimum/maximum limits.

1024–1284 Internal fault. Contact the Danfoss supplier or Danfoss service department.

1299 The option software in slot A is too old.

1300 The option software in slot B is too old.

1302 The option software in slot C1 is too old.

1315 The option software in slot A is not supported/allowed.

1316 The option software in slot B is not supported/ allowed.

1318 The option software in slot C1 is not supported/ allowed.

1379–2819 Internal fault. Contact the Danfoss supplier or Danfoss service department.

1792 Hardware reset of digital signal processor.

1793 Motor-derived parameters not transferred correctly to the digital signal processor.

1794 Power data not transferred correctly at power-up to the digital signal processor.

1795 The digital signal processor has received too many unknown SPI telegrams. The AC drive also uses this fault code if
the MCO does not power up correctly. This situation can occur due to poor EMC protection or improper grounding.

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Number Text

1796 RAM copy error.

2561 Replace the control card.

2820 LCP stack overflow.

2821 Serial port overflow.

2822 USB port overflow.

3072–5122 Parameter value is outside its limits.

5123 Option in slot A: Hardware incompatible with the control board hardware.

5124 Option in slot B: Hardware incompatible with the control board hardware.

5125 Option in slot C0: Hardware incompatible with the control board hardware.

5126 Option in slot C1: Hardware incompatible with the control board hardware.

5376– 6231 Internal fault. Contact the Danfoss supplier or Danfoss service department.

9.4.37 ALARM 39, Heat Sink Sensor

Cause
There is no feedback from the heat sink temperature sensor.
The signal from the IGBT thermal sensor is not available on the power card.
Troubleshooting
• Check the ribbon cable between the power card and the gate drive card.
• Check for a defective power card.
• Check for a defective gate drive card.

9.4.38 WARNING 40, Overload of Digital Output Terminal 27

Troubleshooting
• Check the load connected to terminal 27 or remove the short-circuit connection.
• Check parameter 5-00 Digital I/O Mode and parameter 5-01 Terminal 27 Mode.

9.4.39 WARNING 41, Overload of Digital Output Terminal 29

Troubleshooting
• Check the load connected to terminal 29 or remove the short-circuit connection.
• Check parameter 5-00 Digital I/O Mode and parameter 5-02 Terminal 29 Mode.

9.4.40 WARNING 42, Ovrld X30/6-7

Troubleshooting
For terminal X30/6:
• Check the load connected to the terminal, or remove the short-circuit connection.
• Check parameter 5-32 Term X30/6 Digi out (MCB 101) (VLT® General Purpose I/O MCB 101).
For terminal X30/7:
• Check the load connected to the terminal, or remove the short-circuit connection.
• Check parameter 5-33 Term X30/7 Digi Out (MCB 101) (VLT® General Purpose I/O MCB 101).

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9.4.41 ALARM 43, Ext. Supply

Cause
VLT® Extended Relay Option MCB 113 is mounted without 24 V DC.
Troubleshooting
Choose 1 of the following:
• Connect a 24 V DC external supply.
• Specify that no external supply is used via parameter 14-80 Option Supplied by External 24VDC, [0] No. A change in parameter
14-80 Option Supplied by External 24VDC requires a power cycle.

9.4.42 ALARM 45, Earth Fault 2

Cause
Ground fault.
Troubleshooting
• Check for proper grounding and loose connections.
• Check for proper wire size.
• Check the motor cables for short circuits or leakage currents.

9.4.43 ALARM 46, Power Card Supply

Cause
The supply on the power card is out of range. Another reason can be a defective heat sink fan.
There are 3 supplies generated by the switch mode supply (SMPS) on the power card:
• 24 V.
• 5 V.
• ±18 V.
When powered with VLT® 24 V DC Supply MCB 107, only 24 V and 5 V supplies are monitored. When powered with 3-phase mains
voltage, all 3 supplies are monitored.
Troubleshooting
• Check for a defective power card.
• Check for a defective control card.
• Check for a defective option card.
• If a 24 V DC supply is used, verify proper supply power.
• Check for a defective heat sink fan.

9.4.44 WARNING 47, 24 V Supply Low

Cause
The supply on the power card is out of range.
There are 3 supplies generated by the switch mode supply (SMPS) on the power card:
• 24 V
• 5V
• ±18 V
Troubleshooting
• Check for a defective power card.

9.4.45 WARNING 48, 1.8 V Supply Low

Cause
The 1.8 V DC supply used on the control card is outside of the allowed limits. The supply is measured on the control card.
Troubleshooting
• Check for a defective control card.
• If an option card is present, check for overvoltage.

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9.4.46 WARNING 49, Speed Limit

Cause
The warning is shown when the speed is outside of the specified range in parameter 4-11 Motor Speed Low Limit [RPM] and parame-
ter 4-13 Motor Speed High Limit [RPM]. When the speed is below the specified limit in parameter 1-86 Trip Speed Low [RPM] (except
when starting or stopping), the drive trips.

9.4.47 ALARM 50, AMA Calibration Failed

Cause
A calibration error has occurred.
Troubleshooting
• Contact the Danfoss supplier or Danfoss service department.

9.4.48 ALARM 51, AMA Check Unom and Inom

Cause
The settings for motor voltage, motor current, and motor power are wrong.
Troubleshooting
• Check settings in parameters 1-20 to 1-25.

9.4.49 ALARM 52, AMA Low Inom

Cause
The motor current is too low.
Troubleshooting
• Check the settings in parameter 1-24 Motor Current.

9.4.50 ALARM 53, AMA Motor Too Big

Cause
The motor is too big for the AMA to operate.
Troubleshooting
• Check the settings in parameter group 1-2* Motor Data.

9.4.51 ALARM 54, AMA Motor Too Small

Cause
The motor is too small for the AMA to operate.
Troubleshooting
• Check the settings in parameter group 1-2* Motor Data.

9.4.52 ALARM 55, AMA Parameter Out of Range

Cause
The AMA cannot run because the paramenter values of the motor are out of the acceptable range.
Troubleshooting
• Check the settings in parameter group 1-2* Motor Data.

9.4.53 ALARM 56, AMA Interrupted by User

Cause
The AMA is manually interrupted.
Troubleshooting
• Re-run the AMA calibration.

9.4.54 ALARM 57, AMA Internal Fault

Cause
Internal fault.
Troubleshooting
Try to restart the AMA. Repeated restarts can overheat the motor.

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9.4.55 ALARM 58, AMA Internal Fault

Cause
Internal fault.
Troubleshooting
Contact the Danfoss supplier.

9.4.56 WARNING 59, Current Limit

Cause
The current is higher than the value in parameter 4-18 Current Limit.
Troubleshooting
• Ensure that the motor data in parameters 1-20 to 1-25 is set correctly.
• Increase the current limit if necessary. Ensure that the system can operate safely at a higher limit.

9.4.57 ALARM 60, External Interlock

Cause
A digital input signal indicates a fault condition external to the drive. Within the control compartment, the following 3 relay con-
tacts are connected in series to 1 digital input that is used as a thermal overload relay:
• KFJ.1 monitors the heat within the input power options cabinet.
• KFJ.2 monitors the heat within the output filter cabinet.
• KFJ.3 monitors the heat within the input filter cabinet.
When the thermal switches in any of these cabinets open due to overtemperature, the drive trips on External Interlock [A60].
Troubleshooting
• Open the control compartment and check for any lights in relays KFJ.1, KFJ.2, and KFJ.3. If no lights are present, check for other
external interlocks.
• Clear the external fault condition.
• To resume normal operation, apply 24 V DC to the terminal programmed for external interlock.
• Reset the drive.

9.4.58 WARNING/ALARM 61, Feedback Error

Cause
An error between calculated speed and speed measurement from feedback device.
Troubleshooting
• Check the settings for warning/alarm/disabling in parameter 4-30 Motor Feedback Loss Function.
• Set the tolerable error in parameter 4-31 Motor Feedback Speed Error.
• Set the tolerable feedback loss time in parameter 4-32 Motor Feedback Loss Timeout.

9.4.59 WARNING 62, Output Frequency at Maximum Limit

Cause
The output frequency has reached the value set in parameter 4-19 Max Output Frequency.
Troubleshooting
• Check the application for possible causes.
• Increase the output frequency limit. Be sure that the system can operate safely at a higher output frequency.
The warning clears when the output drops below the maximum limit.

9.4.60 WARNING 64, Voltage Limit

Cause
The load and speed combination demands a motor voltage higher than the actual DC-link voltage.

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9.4.61 WARNING/ALARM 65, Control Card Overtemperature

Cause
The cutout temperature of the control card has exceeded the upper limit.
Troubleshooting
• Check that the ambient operating temperature is within the limits.
• Check for clogged filters.
• Check fan operation.
• Check the control card.

9.4.62 WARNING 66, Heat Sink Temperature Low

Cause
The drive is too cold to operate. This warning is based on the temperature sensor in the IGBT module.
Troubleshooting
• Increase the ambient temperature of the unit.
• Supply a trickle amount of current to the drive whenever the motor is stopped by setting parameter 2-00 DC Hold/Preheat Cur-
rent to 5% and parameter 1-80 Function at Stop.

9.4.63 ALARM 67, Option Module Configuration has Changed

Cause
One or more options have either been added or removed since the last power-down.
Troubleshooting
• Check that the configuration change is intentional and reset the unit.

9.4.64 ALARM 68, Safe Stop Activated

Cause
Safe Torque Off (STO) has been activated.
Troubleshooting
• To resume normal operation, apply 24 V DC to terminal 37, then send a reset signal (via bus, digital I/O, or by pressing [Reset]).

9.4.65 ALARM 70, Illegal FC Configuration

Cause
The control card and power card are incompatible.
Troubleshooting
• To check compatibility, contact the Danfoss supplier with the type code from the unit nameplate and the part numbers on the
cards.

9.4.66 ALARM 71, PTC 1 Safe Stop

Cause
Because the motor is too warm, the VLT® PTC Thermistor Card MCB 112 activated the Safe Torque Off (STO).
Troubleshooting
• Once the motor temperature reaches an acceptable level and the digital input from MCB 112 is deactivated, perform 1 of the
following:
- Send a reset signal via bus or digital I/O.
- Press [Reset].

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9.4.67 ALARM 72, Dangerous Failure

Cause
Safe Torque Off (STO) with trip lock.
Troubleshooting
An unexpected combination of STO commands has occurred:
• VLT® PTC Thermistor Card MCB 112 enables X44/10, but STO is not enabled.
• MCB 112 is the only device using STO (specified through selection [4] PTC 1 alarm or [5] PTC 12 warning in parameter 5-19 Termi-
nal 37 Safe Stop). STO is activated, but X44/10 is not activated.

9.4.68 WARNING 73, Safe Stop Auto Restart

Cause
STO activated.
Troubleshooting
• With automatic restart enabled, the motor can start when the fault is cleared.

9.4.69 ALARM 74, PTC Thermistor

Cause
The PTC is not working. Alarm is related to VLT® PTC Thermistor Card MCB 112.

9.4.70 ALARM 75, Illegal Profile Sel.

Cause
There was an attempt to write the parameter value while the motor was running.
Troubleshooting
• Stop the motor before writing the MCO profile to parameter 8-10 Control Word Profile.

9.4.71 Warning 76, Power Unit Setup

Cause
The required number of power units does not match the detected number of active power units.
Troubleshooting
• When replacing a drive module, this warning can occur if the power-specific data in the module power card does not match the
rest of the drive. Confirm that the spare part and its power card are the correct part number.

9.4.72 WARNING 77, Reduced Power Mode

Cause
The drive is operating in reduced power mode (less than allowed number of inverter sections). The warning is generated on power
cycle when the drive is set to run with fewer inverters and remains on.

9.4.73 ALARM 78, Tracking Error

Cause
The difference between setpoint value and actual value exceeds the value in parameter 4-35 Tracking Error.
Troubleshooting
• Disable the function or select an alarm/warning in parameter 4-34 Tracking Error Function.
• Investigate the mechanics around the load and motor. Check feedback connections from motor encoder to drive.
• Select motor feedback function in parameter 4-30 Motor Feedback Loss Function.
• Adjust the tracking error band in parameter 4-35 Tracking Error and parameter 4-37 Tracking Error Ramping.

9.4.74 ALARM 79, Illegal Power Section Configuration

Cause
The scaling card has an incorrect part number or is not installed. The MK102 connector on the power card could not be installed.

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9.4.75 ALARM 80, Drive Initialized to Default Value

Cause
Parameter settings are initialized to default settings after a manual reset.
Troubleshooting
• To clear the alarm, reset the unit.

9.4.76 ALARM 81, CSIV Corrupt

Cause
The CSIV file has syntax errors.

9.4.77 ALARM 82, CSIV Parameter Error

Cause
CSIV failed to initialize a parameter.

9.4.78 ALARM 83, Illegal Option Combination

Cause
The mounted options are incompatible.

9.4.79 ALARM 84, No Safety Option

Cause
The safety option was removed without applying a general reset.
Troubleshooting
• Reconnect the safety option.

9.4.80 ALARM 85, Dang Fail PB

Cause
PROFIBUS/PROFIsafe error.

9.4.81 ALARM 88, Option Detection

Cause
A change in the option layout is detected. Parameter 14-89 Option Detection is set to [0] Frozen configuration and the option layout
has been changed.
Troubleshooting
• To apply the change, enable option layout changes in parameter 14-89 Option Detection.
• Alternatively, restore the correct option configuration.

9.4.82 ALARM 90, Feedback Monitor

Troubleshooting
• Check the connection to the encoder/resolver option and, if necessary, replace the VLT® Encoder Input MCB 102 or VLT® Resolv-
er Input MCB 103.

9.4.83 ALARM 91, Analog Input 54 Wrong Settings

Troubleshooting
• Set switch S202 in position OFF (voltage input) when a KTY sensor is connected to analog input terminal 54.

9.4.84 ALARM 99, Locked Rotor

Cause
The rotor is blocked.
Troubleshooting
• Check if the motor shaft is locked.
• Check if the start current triggers the current limit set in parameter 4-18 Current Limit.
• Check if it increases the value in parameter 30-23 Locked Rotor Detection Time [s].

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9.4.85 WARNING/ALARM 104, Mixing Fan Fault

Cause
The fan is not operating. The fan monitor checks that the fan is spinning at power-up or whenever the mixing fan is turned on. The
mixing fan fault can be configured as a warning or an alarm in parameter 14-53 Fan Monitor.
Troubleshooting
• Cycle power to the drive to determine if the warning/alarm returns.

9.4.86 WARNING/ALARM 122, Mot. Rotat. Unexp.

Cause
The drive performs a function that requires the motor to be at standstill, for example DC hold for PM motors.

9.4.87 WARNING 163, ATEX ETR Cur.Lim.Warning

Cause
The drive has run above the characteristic curve for more than 50 s. The warning is activated at 83% and deactivated at 65% of the
allowed thermal overload.

9.4.88 ALARM 164, ATEX ETR Cur.Lim.Alarm

Cause
Running above the characteristic curve for more than 60 s within a period of 600 s activates the alarm, and the drive trips.

9.4.89 WARNING 165, ATEX ETR Freq.Lim.Warning

Cause
The drive has run for more than 50 s below the allowed minimum frequency (parameter 1-98 ATEX ETR Interpol. Points Freq.).

9.4.90 ALARM 166, ATEX ETR Freq.Lim.Alarm

Cause
The drive has run for more than 60 s (in a period of 600 s) below the allowed minimum frequency (parameter 1-98 ATEX ETR Interpol.
Points. Freq.).

9.4.91 ALARM 244, Heat Sink Temperature

Cause
The maximum temperature of the heat sink has been exceeded. The temperature fault cannot reset until the temperature drops
below the defined heat sink temperature. The trip and reset points are different based on the power size. This alarm is equivalent to
Alarm 29, Heat Sink Temp.
Troubleshooting
Check for the following:
• Ambient temperature too high.
• Motor cables too long.
• Incorrect airflow clearance above or below the AC drive.
• Blocked airflow around the unit.
• Damaged heat sink fan.
• Dirty heat sink.

9.4.92 WARNING 251, New Typecode

Cause
The power card or other components have been replaced, and the typecode has changed.

9.4.93 ALARM 421, Temperature Fault

Cause
A fault caused by the on-board temperature sensor is detected on the fan power card.
Troubleshooting
• Check wiring.
• Check the on-board temperature sensor.
• Replace fan power card.

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9.4.94 ALARM 423, FPC Updating

Cause
The alarm is generated when the fan power card reports it has an invalid PUD. The control card attempts to update the PUD. A
subsequent alarm can result depending on the update. See Alarm 424, FPC Update Successful and Alarm 425 FPC Update Failure.

9.4.95 ALARM 424, FPC Update Successful

Cause
This alarm is generated when the control card has successfully updated the fan power card PUD.
Troubleshooting
• Press [Reset] to stop the alarm.

9.4.96 ALARM 425, FPC Update Failure

Cause
This alarm is generated after the control card failed to update the fan power card PUD.
Troubleshooting
• Check the fan power card wiring.
• Replace fan power card.
• Contact supplier.

9.4.97 ALARM 426, FPC Config

Cause
The number of found fan power cards does not match the number of configured fan power cards. See parameter group 15-6* Option
Ident for the number of configured fan power cards.
Troubleshooting
• Check fan power card wiring.
• Replace fan power card.

9.4.98 ALARM 427, FPC Supply

Cause
Supply voltage fault (5 V, 24 V, or 48 V) on fan power card is detected.
Troubleshooting
• Check fan power card wiring.
• Replace fan power card.

9.5 Troubleshooting
Table 97: Troubleshooting

Symptom Possible cause Test Solution

Display dark/No Missing input power. Check for loose connections. Check the input power source.
function
Missing or open fuses. See Open power fuses in this table Follow the recommendations provi-
for possible causes. ded.

No power to the LCP. Check the LCP cable for proper Replace the faulty LCP or connection
connection or damage. cable.

Short circuit on control volt- Check the 24 V control voltage sup- Wire the terminals properly.
age (terminal 12 or 50) or at ply for terminal 12/13 to 20–39, or
control terminals. 10 V supply for terminals 50–55.

Incompatible LCP (LCP from – Use only LCP 101 (P/N 130B1124) or
VLT® 2800 or LCP 102 (P/N. 130B1107).
5000/6000/8000/ FCD or
FCM).

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Symptom Possible cause Test Solution

Wrong contrast setting. – To adjust the contrast, press [Status] +

[▲]/[▼].

Display (LCP) is defective. Test using a different LCP. Replace the faulty LCP or connection
cable.

Internal voltage supply fault – Contact supplier.

or SMPS is defective.

Intermittent dis- Overloaded supply (SMPS) To rule out a problem in the con- If the display stays lit, the problem is in
play due to improper control wir- trol wiring, disconnect all control the control wiring. Check the wiring
ing or a fault within the AC wiring by removing the terminal for shorts or incorrect connections. If
drive. blocks. the display continues to cut out, fol-
low the procedure for Display dark\No
function.

Motor not run- Service switch open or miss- – Connect the motor and check the
ning ing motor connection. service switch.

No mains power with 24 V DC – Apply mains power.

option card.

LCP stop. – Depending on the operating mode,

press [Auto On] or [Hand On].

Missing start signal (Standby). – Apply a valid start signal.

Motor coast signal active – Apply 24 V on terminal 27 or program

(Coasting). this terminal to [0] No operation.

Wrong reference signal Check reference signal: Program correct settings. Check pa-
source. rameter 3-13 Reference Site. Set preset
• Local
reference active in parameter group
• Remote or bus reference? 3-1* References. Check for correct wir-
• Preset reference active? ing. Check scaling of terminals. Check
reference signal.
• Terminal connection correct?
• Scaling of terminals correct?
• Reference signal available?

Motor running Motor rotation limit. Check that parameter 4-10 Motor Program correct settings.
in wrong direc- Speed Direction is programmed cor-
tion rectly.

Active reversing signal. Check if a reversing command is Deactivate reversing signal.

programmed for the terminal in
parameter group 5-1* Digital inputs.

Wrong motor phase connec- – Correct motor phase connection, or

tion. set parameter 1-06 Clockwise Direction
to [1] Inverse.

Motor is not Frequency limits set wrong. Check output limits in parameter Program correct limits.
reaching maxi- 4-13 Motor Speed High Limit [RPM],
mum speed parameter 4-14 Motor Speed High
Limit [Hz], and parameter 4-19 Max
Output Frequency.

Reference input signal not Check reference input signal scal- Program correct settings.
scaled correctly. ing in parameter group 6-0* Analog

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Symptom Possible cause Test Solution

I/O mode and parameter group 3-1*
References.

Motor speed Possible incorrect parameter Check the settings of all motor pa- Check settings in parameter group 1-6*
unstable settings. rameters, including all motor com- Load Depen. Setting. For closed-loop
pensation settings. For closed-loop operation, check settings in parameter
operation, check PID settings. group 20-0* Feedback.

Motor runs Possible overmagnetization. Check for incorrect motor settings Check motor settings in parameter
rough in all motor parameters. groups 1-2* Motor data, 1-3* Adv Motor
Data, and 1-5* Load Indep. Setting.

Motor does not Possible incorrect settings in Check brake parameters. Check Check parameter groups 2-0* DC Brake
brake the brake parameters. Ramp- ramp time settings. and 3-0* Reference Limits.
down times may be too short.

Open power Phase-to-phase short. Motor or panel has a short phase- Eliminate any shorts detected.
fuses to-phase. Check motor and panel
phases for shorts.

Motor overload. Motor is overloaded for the appli- Perform start-up test and verify that
cation. motor current is within specifications.
If motor current is exceeding the
nameplate full load current, the motor
can run only with reduced load. Re-
view the specifications for the applica-
tion.

Loose connections. Perform pre-start-up check for Tighten loose connections.

loose connections.

Mains current Problem with mains power Rotate input power leads into the If imbalanced leg follows the wire, it is
imbalance (see Alarm 4, Mains phase loss AC drive 1 position: A to B, B to C, C a power problem. Check the mains
greater than 3% description). to A. supply.

Problem with the AC drive. Rotate input power leads into the If the imbalanced leg stays on same in-
AC drive 1 position: A to B, B to C, C put terminal, it is a problem with the
to A. AC drive. Contact the supplier.

Motor current Problem with motor or motor Rotate output motor cables 1 posi- If the imbalanced leg follows the wire,
imbalance wiring. tion: U to V, V to W, W to U. the problem is in the motor or motor
greater than 3% wiring. Check motor and motor wiring.

Problem with AC drive. Rotate output motor cables 1 posi- If the imbalanced leg stays on same
tion: U to V, V to W, W to U. output terminal, it is a problem with
the unit. Contact the supplier.

AC drive accel- Motor data are entered incor- If warnings or alarms occur, refer to Increase the ramp-up time in parame-
eration prob- rectly. the Warnings and Alarms section. ter 3-41 Ramp 1 Ramp Up Time. In-
lems Check that motor data are entered crease current limit in parameter 4-18
correctly. Current Limit. Increase torque limit in
parameter 4-16 Torque Limit Motor
Mode.

AC drive decel- Motor data are entered incor- If warnings or alarms occur, refer to Increase the ramp-down time in pa-
eration prob- rectly. the Warnings and Alarms section. rameter 3-42 Ramp 1 Ramp Down Time.
lems Check that motor data are entered Enable overvoltage control in parame-
correctly. ter 2-17 Over-voltage Control.

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10.1 Electrical Data

10.1.1 Electrical Data, 380–480 V AC

Table 98: Electrical Data, Mains Supply 3x380–480 V AC

FC 102/FC 103 N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

Normal overload NO NO NO NO NO NO
110% torque for a duration of 60 s.

Typical shaft output at 400 V [kW] 110 132 160 200 250 315

Typical shaft output at 460 V [hp] 150 200 250 300 350 450

Typical shaft output at 480 V [kW] 132 160 200 250 315 355

Enclosure size D9h D9h D9h D10h D10h D10h

Output current (3-phase)

Continuous (at 400 V) [A] 212 260 315 395 480 588

Intermittent (60 s overload) (at 233 286 347 435 528 647
400 V) [A]

Continuous (at 460/480 V) [A] 190 240 302 361 443 535

Intermittent (60 s overload) (at 209 264 332 397 487 589
460/480 V) [A]

Continuous kVA (at 400 V) [kVA] 147 180 218 274 333 407

Continuous kVA (at 460 V) [kVA] 151 191 241 288 353 426

Continuous kVA (at 480 V) [kVA] 165 208 262 313 384 463

Maximum input current

Continuous (at 400 V) [A] 204 251 304 381 463 567

Continuous (at 460/480 V) [A] 183 231 291 348 427 516

Maximum number and size of cables per phase

- Mains [mm2 (AWG)] 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with disconnect [mm2 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350
(AWG)] mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with fusible disconnect 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350
[mm2 (AWG)] mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with contactor [mm2 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350
(AWG)] mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Motor [mm2 (AWG)] 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x95 (2x3/0 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350 2x185 (2x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

Drive module power loss at 400 V 2559 2954 3770 4116 5137 6674
[W](1)(2)(3)

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FC 102/FC 103 N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

Drive module power loss at 460 V 2261 2724 3628 3569 4566 5714
[W](1)(2)(3)

Drive efficiency(2) 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98

Output frequency [Hz](4) 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–590

Heat sink overtemperature trip [°C 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230)
(°F)]

Control card overtemperature trip 75 (167) 75 (167) 75 (167) 80 (176) 80 (176) 80 (176)
[°C (°F)]

PHF overtemperature trip [°C (°F)] 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)

Line reactor overtemperature trip 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
[°C (°F)]

dU/dt filter overtemperature trip 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
[°C (°F)]

Sine-wave filter overtemperature 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
trip [°C (°F)]

1 Typical power loss is at normal conditions and expected to be within ±15% (tolerance relates to variety in voltage and cable conditions.) These
values are based on a typical motor efficiency (IE/IE3 border line). Lower efficiency motors add to the power loss in the drive. Applies to dimension-
ing of drive cooling. If the switching frequency is higher than the default setting, the power losses can increase. LCP and typical control card power
consumptions are included. For power loss data according to EN 50598-2, refer to drives.danfoss.com/knowledge-center/energy-efficiency-direc-
tive/#/. Options and customer load can add up to 30 W to the losses, though usually a fully loaded control card and options for slots A and B each
add only 4 W.
2
Measured using 5 m (16.4 ft) shielded motor cables at rated load and rated frequency. Efficiency measured at nominal current. For energy efficien-
cy class, see the Ambient Conditions section. For part load losses, see drives.danfoss.com/knowledge-center/energy-efficiency-directive/#/.
3 See also Input Power Option Losses section.
4 If using an output filter, the output frequency is limited further. See the Motor Output (U, V, W) section.

Table 99: Electrical Data, Mains Supply 3x380–480 V AC

FC 102/FC 103 N355 N400 N450 N500 N560

Normal overload NO NO NO NO NO
110% torque for a duration of 60 s.

Typical shaft output at 400 V [kW] 355 400 450 500 560

Typical shaft output at 460 V [hp] 500 600 600 650 750

Typical shaft output at 480 V [kW] 400 500 530 560 630

Enclosure size E5h E5h E5h E6h E6h

Output current (3-phase)

Continuous (at 400 V) [A] 658 745 800 880 990

Intermittent (60 s overload) (at 400 V) [A] 724 820 880 968 1089

Continuous (at 460/480 V) [A] 590 678 730 780 890

Intermittent (60 s overload) (at 460/480 649 746 803 858 979
V) [A]

Continuous kVA (at 400 V) [kVA] 456 516 554 610 686

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FC 102/FC 103 N355 N400 N450 N500 N560

Continuous kVA (at 460 V) [kVA] 470 540 582 621 709

Continuous kVA (at 480 V) [kVA] 511 587 632 675 771

Maximum input current

Continuous (at 400 V) [A] 634 718 771 848 954

Continuous (at 460/480 V) [A] 569 653 704 752 858

Maximum number and size of cables per phase

- Mains [mm2 (AWG)] 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with disconnect [mm2 (AWG)] 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with fusible disconnect [mm2 4x120 (4x250 4x120 (4x250 4x120 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
(AWG)] mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with contactor [mm2 (AWG)] 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Motor [mm2 (AWG)] 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

Drive module power loss at 400 V [W](1)(2) 6928 8036 8783 9473 11102
(3)

Drive module power loss at 460 V [W](1)(2) 5910 6933 7969 7809 9236
(3)

Drive efficiency(2) 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98

Output frequency [Hz](4) 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–590

Heat sink overtemperature trip [°C (°F)] 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 100 (212)

Control card overtemperature trip [°C 80 (176) 80 (176) 80 (176) 80 (176) 80 (176)
(°F)]

PHF overtemperature trip [°C (°F)] 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)

Line reactor overtemperature trip [°C 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
(°F)]

dU/dt filter overtemperature trip [°C (°F)] 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)

Sine-wave filter overtemperature trip [°C 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
(°F)]

1 Typical power loss is at normal conditions and expected to be within ±15% (tolerance relates to variety in voltage and cable conditions.) These

values are based on a typical motor efficiency (IE/IE3 border line). Lower efficiency motors add to the power loss in the drive. Applies to dimension-
ing of drive cooling. If the switching frequency is higher than the default setting, the power losses can increase. LCP and typical control card power
consumptions are included. For power loss data according to EN 50598-2, refer to drives.danfoss.com/knowledge-center/energy-efficiency-direc-
tive/#/. Options and customer load can add up to 30 W to the losses, though usually a fully loaded control card and options for slots A and B each
add only 4 W.
2 Measured using 5 m (16.4 ft) shielded motor cables at rated load and rated frequency. Efficiency measured at nominal current. For energy efficien-

cy class, see the Ambient Conditions section. For part load losses, see drives.danfoss.com/knowledge-center/energy-efficiency-directive/#/.
3
See also Input Power Option Losses section.
4
If using an output filter, the output frequency is limited further. See the Motor Output (U, V, W) section.

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10.1.2 Electrical Data, 525–690 V AC

Table 100: Electrical Data, Mains Supply 3x525–690 V AC

FC 102/FC 103 N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315 N400 N450

Normal overload NO NO NO NO NO NO NO NO
110% torque for a dura-
tion of 60 s.

Typical shaft output at 90 110 132 160 200 250 315 355
550 V [kW]

Typical shaft output at 125 150 200 250 300 350 400 450
575 V [hp]

Typical shaft output at 110 132 160 200 250 315 400 450
690 V [kW]

Enclosure size D9h D9h D9h D10h D10h D10h D10h E5h

Output current (3-phase)

Continuous (at 550 V) [A] 137 162 201 253 303 360 418 470

Intermittent (60 s over- 151 178 221 278 333 396 460 517
load) (at 550 V) [A]

Continuous (at 575/690 131 155 192 242 290 344 400 450
V) [A]

Intermittent (60 s over- 144 171 211 266 319 378 440 495
load) (at 575/690 V) [A]

Continuous kVA (at 550 125 147 183 230 276 327 380 448
V) [kVA]

Continuous kVA (at 575 131 154 191 241 289 343 398 448
V) [kVA]

Continuous kVA (at 690 157 185 230 289 347 411 478 538
V) [kVA]

Maximum input current

Continuous (at 525 V) [A] 132 156 193 244 292 347 403 453

Continuous (at 575/690 126 149 185 233 279 332 385 434
V) [A]

Maximum number and size of cables per phase

- Mains [mm2 (AWG)] 2x95 2x95 2x95 2x185 2x185 2x185 2x185 4x127
(2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (4x250
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with disconnect 2x95 2x95 2x95 2x185 2x185 2x185 2x185 4x127
[mm2 (AWG)] (2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (4x250
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with fusible dis- 2x95 2x95 2x95 2x185 2x185 2x185 2x185 4x127
connect [mm2 (AWG)] (2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (4x250
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

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FC 102/FC 103 N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315 N400 N450

- Mains with contactor 2x95 2x95 2x95 2x185 2x185 2x185 2x185 4x127
[mm2 (AWG)] (2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (4x250
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Motor [mm2 (AWG)] 2x95 2x95 2x95 2x185 2x185 2x185 2x185 4x127
(2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x3/0 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (2x350 (4x250
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

Drive module power loss 1740 2101 2649 3074 3723 4465 5028 6062
at 600 V [W](1)(2)(3)

Drive module power loss 1798 2167 2740 3175 3851 4614 5155 5939
at 690 V [W](1)(2)(3)

Drive efficiency(2) 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98

Output frequency [Hz](4) 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–590 0–500

Heat sink overtempera- 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230)
ture trip [°C (°F)]

Control card overtem- 75 (167) 75 (167) 75 (167) 75 (167) 80 (176) 80 (176) 80 (176) 80 (176)
perature trip [°C (°F)]

PHF overtemperature 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
trip [°C (°F)]

Line reactor overtemper- 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
ature trip [°C (°F)]

dU/dt filter overtemper- 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
ature trip [°C (°F)]

Sine-wave filter over- 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
temperature trip [°C (°F)]

1 Typical power loss is at normal conditions and expected to be within ±15% (tolerance relates to variety in voltage and cable conditions.) These

values are based on a typical motor efficiency (IE/IE3 border line). Lower efficiency motors add to the power loss in the drive. Applies to dimension-
ing of drive cooling. If the switching frequency is higher than the default setting, the power losses can increase. LCP and typical control card power
consumptions are included. For power loss data according to EN 50598-2, refer to drives.danfoss.com/knowledge-center/energy-efficiency-direc-
tive/#/. Options and customer load can add up to 30 W to the losses, though usually a fully loaded control card and options for slots A and B each
add only 4 W.
2 Measured using 5 m (16.4 ft) shielded motor cables at rated load and rated frequency. Efficiency measured at nominal current. For energy efficien-

cy class, see the Ambient Conditions section. For part load losses, see drives.danfoss.com/knowledge-center/energy-efficiency-directive/#/.
3 See also Input Power Option Losses section.
4 If using an output filter, the output frequency is limited further. See the Motor Output (U, V, W) section.

Table 101: Electrical Data, Mains Supply 3x525–690 V AC

FC 102/FC 103 N500 N560 N630 N710 N800

Normal overload NO NO NO NO NO
110% torque for a duration of 60 s.

Typical shaft output at 550 V [kW] 400 450 500 560 670

Typical shaft output at 575 V [hp] 500 600 650 750 950

Typical shaft output at 690 V [kW] 500 560 630 710 800

Enclosure size E5h E5h E6h E6h E6h

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FC 102/FC 103 N500 N560 N630 N710 N800

Output current (3-phase)

Continuous (at 550 V) [A] 523 596 630 763 889

Intermittent (60 s overload) (at 550 V) [A] 575 656 693 839 978

Continuous (at 575/690 V) [A] 500 570 630 730 850

Intermittent (60 s overload) (at 575/690 550 627 693 803 935
V) [A]

Continuous kVA (at 550 V) [kVA] 498 568 600 727 847

Continuous kVA (at 575 V) [kVA] 498 568 627 727 847

Continuous kVA (at 690 V) [kVA] 598 681 753 872 1016

Maximum input current

Continuous (at 525 V) [A] 504 574 607 735 857

Continuous (at 575/690 V) [A] 482 549 607 704 819

Maximum number and size of cables per phase

- Mains [mm2 (AWG)] 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with disconnect [mm2 (AWG)] 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with fusible disconnect [mm2 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
(AWG)] mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Mains with contactor [mm2 (AWG)] 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

- Motor [mm2 (AWG)] 4x127 (4x250 4x127 (4x250 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350 4x185 (4x350
mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm) mcm)

Drive module power loss at 600 V [W](1)(2) 6879 8076 9208 10346 12723
(3)

Drive module power loss at 690 V [W](1)(2) 6715 7852 8921 10066 12321
(3)

Drive efficiency(2) 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98 0.98

Output frequency [Hz](4) 0–500 0–500 0–500 0–500 0–500

Heat sink overtemperature trip [°C (°F)] 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230) 110 (230)

Control card overtemperature trip [°C 80 (176) 80 (176) 80 (176) 80 (176) 80 (176)
(°F)]

PHF overtemperature trip [°C (°F)] 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)

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FC 102/FC 103 N500 N560 N630 N710 N800

Line reactor overtemperature trip [°C 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
(°F)]

dU/dt filter overtemperature trip [°C (°F)] 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)

Sine-wave filter overtemperature trip [°C 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302) 150 (302)
(°F)]

1 Typical power loss is at normal conditions and expected to be within ±15% (tolerance relates to variety in voltage and cable conditions.) These
values are based on a typical motor efficiency (IE/IE3 border line). Lower efficiency motors add to the power loss in the drive. Applies to dimension-
ing of drive cooling. If the switching frequency is higher than the default setting, the power losses can increase. LCP and typical control card power
consumptions are included. For power loss data according to EN 50598-2, refer to drives.danfoss.com/knowledge-center/energy-efficiency-direc-
tive/#/. Options and customer load can add up to 30 W to the losses, though usually a fully loaded control card and options for slots A and B each
add only 4 W.
2 Measured using 5 m (16.4 ft) shielded motor cables at rated load and rated frequency. Efficiency measured at nominal current. For energy efficien-

cy class, see the Ambient Conditions section. For part load losses, see drives.danfoss.com/knowledge-center/energy-efficiency-directive/#/.
3 See also Input Power Option Losses section.
4 If using an output filter, the output frequency is limited further. See the Motor Output (U, V, W) section.

10.2 Mains Supply

The unit is suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than 65 kA short circuit current rating (SCCR) at 480/600 V.
Supply terminals L1, L2, L3
Supply voltage(1) 380–480/500 V ±10%, 525–690 V ±10%
Supply frequency 50/60 Hz ±5%
Maximum imbalance temporary between mains phases 3.0% of rated supply voltage(2)
True power factor (λ) ≥0.9 nominal at rated load
Displacement power factor (cos Φ) Near unity (>0.98)
Switching on the input supply L1, L2, and L3 (power-ups) Maximum 1 time/2 minutes
Environment according to EN 60664-1 Overvoltage category III/pollution degree 2

1 Mains voltage low/mains dropout: During low mains voltage or a mains dropout, the drive continues until the DC-link voltage drops below the
minimum stop level, which corresponds typically to 15% below the drive's lowest rated supply voltage. Power-up and full torque cannot be expec-
ted at mains voltage lower than 10% below the drive's lowest rated supply voltage.
2 Calculations based on UL/IEC 61800-3.

10.3 Motor Output and Motor Data

10.3.1 Motor Output (U, V, W)

Output voltage 0–100% of supply voltage
Output frequency (without sine-wave filter) 0–590 Hz(1)
Output frequency (with sine-wave filter and no derating) 0–60 Hz without derating
Output frequency (with sine-wave filter and derating) 0–100 Hz
Output frequency in flux mode 0–300 Hz
Switching on output Unlimited
Ramp times 0.01–3600 s

1 Dependent on voltage and power.

10.3.2 Torque Characteristics

Starting torque (constant torque) Maximum 150% for 60 s once in 10 minutes(1)
Starting/overload torque (variable torque) Maximum 110% up to 0.5 s once in 10 minutes(1)

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Torque rise time in flux (for 5 kHz fsw) 1 ms

Torque rise time in VVC+ (independent of fsw) 10 ms

1 Percentage relates to the nominal torque.

10.4 Ambient Conditions

Enclosure IP21/NEMA 1, IP54/NEMA 12
Vibration test 1.0 g
Maximum THDv 10%
Maximum relative humidity 5–93 (IEC 721-3-3); Class 3K3 (non-condensing) during operation
Aggressive environment (IEC 60068-2-43) H2S test Class Kd
Ambient temperature Maximum 50° C (122 °F) (24-hour average maximum 45 °C
(113 °F))(1)
Minimum ambient temperature during full-scale operation 0 °C (32 °F)(1)
Minimum ambient temperature at reduced speed performance -10 °C (14 °F)(1)
Temperature during storage/transport -25 to +65/70 °C (-13 to +149/158 °F)
Maximum altitude above sea level without derating 1000 m (3280 ft)
EMC standards, Emission EN 61800-3
EMC standards, Immunity EN 61800-3
Energy efficiency class(2) IE2

1 For more information on derating, refer to the product-specific Design Guide.

2
Determined according to IEC 61800-9-2 at:
• Rated load.
• 90% rated frequency.
• Switching frequency factory setting.
• Switching pattern factory setting.

10.5 Motor and Control Cables

Maximum motor cable length, shielded 150 m (492 ft)
Maximum motor cable length, unshielded 300 m (984 ft)
Maximum cross-section to control terminals, flexible/rigid wire 1.5 mm2/16 AWG
without cable end sleeves
Maximum cross-section to control terminals, flexible wire with ca- 1 mm2/18 AWG
ble end sleeves
Maximum cross-section to control terminals, flexible wire with ca- 0.5 mm2/20 AWG
ble end sleeves with collar
Minimum cross-section to control terminals 0.25 mm2/24 AWG

For power cables, see the Electrical Data section.

10.6 Control Input/Output and Control Data

10.6.1 Control Card, USB Serial Communication

USB standard 1.1 (full speed)
USB plug (1)
USB type B plug

1 Connection to the PC is carried out via a standard host/device USB cable.

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The USB connection is galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV) and other high-voltage terminals; however, the USB
ground connection is not galvanically isolated from ground. Use only an isolated laptop as PC connection to the USB connector on
the drive.

10.6.2 STO Terminal XD2.19 (Terminal XD2.19 is Fixed PNP Logic)

STO Terminal XD2.19(1)(2)
Voltage level 0–24 V DC
Voltage level, logic 0 PNP <4 V DC
Voltage level, logic 1 PNP >20 V DC
Maximum voltage on input 28 V DC
Typical input current at 24 V 50 mA rms
Typical input current at 20 V 60 mA rms
Input capacitance 400 nF

1 For more information about Terminal XD2.19 (Terminal 37 on the drive module) and Safe Torque Off, see the VLT® FC Series - Safe Torque Off

Operating Guide.
2 When using a contactor with a DC coil inside with STO, it is important to make a return way for the current from the coil when turning it off. This

can be done by using a freewheel diode (or, alternatively, a 30 V or 50 V MOV for quicker response time) across the coil. Typical contactors can be
bought with this diode.
All digital inputs are galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV) and other high-voltage terminals.

10.6.3 Control Card, 24 V DC Output

Terminal number XD2.10, XD2.11
Output voltage 24 V +1, -3 V
Maximum load 200 mA

The 24 V DC supply is galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV), but has the same potential as the analog and digital
inputs and outputs.

10.6.4 Control Card, 10 V DC Output

Terminal number XD2.6
Output voltage 10.5 V ±0.5 V
Maximum load 15 mA

The 10 V DC supply is galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV) and other high-voltage terminals.

10.6.5 Digital Outputs

Programmable digital/pulse outputs 2
Terminal number(1) XD2.14, XD2.15
Voltage level at digital/frequency output 0–24 V
Maximum output current (sink or source) 40 mA
Maximum load at frequency output 1 kΩ
Maximum capacitive load at frequency output 10 nF
Minimum output frequency at frequency output 0 Hz
Maximum output frequency at frequency output 32 kHz
Accuracy of frequency output Maximum error: 0.1% of full scale
Resolution of frequency outputs 12 bit

1 Can also be programmed as input.

The digital output is galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV) and other high-voltage terminals.

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10.6.6 Digital Inputs

Programmable digital inputs 4 (6)
Terminal number(1) XD2.12, XD2.13, XD2.14, XD2.15, XD2.16, XD2.17
Logic PNP or NPN
Voltage level 0–24 V DC
Voltage level, logic 0 PNP <5 V DC
Voltage level, logic 1 PNP >10 V DC
Voltage level, logic 0 NPN(2) >19 V DC
Voltage level, logic 1 NPN (2)
<14 V DC
Maximum voltage on input 28 V DC
Pulse frequency range 0–110 kHz
(Duty cycle) minimum pulse width 4.5 ms
Input resistance, Ri Approximately 4 kΩ

1 Terminals XD2.14 and XD2.15 can also be programmed as output.

2 Except STO input terminal XD2.19.
All digital inputs are galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV) and other high-voltage terminals.

10.6.7 Pulse/Encoder Inputs

Programmable pulse/encoder inputs 2/1
Terminal number (pulse inputs) XD2.17
Terminal number (encoder inputs) (1) XD2.16, XD2.17
Maximum frequency at terminals XD2.15, XD2.16, XD2.17 (push- 110 kHz
pull driven)
Maximum frequency at terminals XD2.15, XD2.16, XD2.17 (open 5 kHz
collector)
Maximum frequency at terminals XD2.15, XD2.16, XD2.17 4 kHz
Voltage level See Control Input/Output and Control Data.
Maximum voltage on input 28 V DC
Input resistance, Ri Approximately 4 kΩ
Pulse input accuracy (0.1–1 kHz) Maximum error: 0.1% of full scale
Encoder input accuracy (1–11 kHz) Maximum error: 0.05% of full scale

1
Encoder inputs: XD2.16=A, XD2.17=B.
The pulse and encoder inputs (terminals XD2.15, XD2.16, XD2.17) are galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV) and other
high-voltage terminals.

10.6.8 Control Characteristics

Resolution of output frequency at 0–590 Hz ±0.003 Hz
Repeat accuracy of precise start/stop (terminals XD2.12, XD2.13) ≤±0.1 ms
System response time (terminals XD2.12, XD2.13, XD2.14, XD2.15, ≤2 ms
XD2.16, XD2.17)
Speed control range (open loop) 1:100 of synchronous speed
Speed control range (closed loop) 1:1000 of synchronous speed
Speed accuracy (open loop) 30–4000 RPM: Error ±8 RPM
Speed accuracy (closed loop), depending on resolution of feed- 0–6000 RPM: Error ±0.15 RPM
back device
Torque control accuracy (speed feedback) Maximum error ±5% of rated torque

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All control characteristics are based on a 4-pole, asynchronous motor.

10.6.9 Relay Outputs

Programmable relay outputs 2
Relay 01 terminal number (1)
21–23 (break), 21–22 (make)
Maximum terminal load (AC-1) on 21–23 (NC), 21–22 (NO) (resis- 240 V AC, 2 A
tive load)(2)(3)
Maximum terminal load (AC-15) (inductive load @ cosφ 0.4) 240 V AC, 0.2 A
Maximum terminal load (DC-1) on 21–22 (NO), 21–23 (NC) (resis- 60 V DC, 1 A
tive load)
Maximum terminal load (DC-13) (inductive load) 24 V DC, 0.1 A
Relay 02 terminal number(1) 24–26 (break), 24–25 (make)
Maximum terminal load (AC-1) on 24–25 (NO) (resistive load)(2)(3) 400 V AC, 2 A
Maximum terminal load (AC-15) on 24–25 (NO) (inductive load @ 240 V AC, 0.2 A
cosφ 0.4)
Maximum terminal load (DC-1) on 24–25 (NO) (resistive load) 80 V DC, 2 A
Maximum terminal load (DC-13) on 24–25 (NO) (inductive load) 24 V DC, 0.1 A
Maximum terminal load (AC-1) on 24–26 (NC) (resistive load) 240 V AC, 2 A
Maximum terminal load (AC-15) on 24–26 (NC) (inductive load @ 240 V AC, 0.2 A
cosφ 0.4)
Maximum terminal load (DC-1) on 24–26 (NC) (resistive load) 50 V DC, 2 A
Maximum terminal load (DC-13) on 24–26 (NC) (inductive load) 24 V DC, 0.1 A
Minimum terminal load on 21–23 (NC), 21–22 (NO), 24–26 (NC), 24 V DC 10 mA, 24 V AC 20 mA
24–25 (NO)
Environment according to EN 60664-1 Overvoltage category III/pollution degree 2

1 IEC 60947 parts 4 and 5. The relay contacts are galvanically isolated from the rest of the circuit by reinforced isolation (PELV).
2
Overvoltage category II.
3 UL applications 300 V AC 2 A.

10.6.10 Analog Output

Number of programmable outputs 1
Terminal number XD2.5
Current range at analog output 0/4 to 20 mA
Maximum load GND - analog output less than 500 Ω
Accuracy on analog output Maximum error: 0.5% of full scale
Resolution of analog output 12 bit

The analog output is galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV) and other high-voltage terminals.

10.6.11 Analog Inputs

Number of analog inputs 2
Terminal number XD2.7, XD2.8
Modes Voltage or current
Mode select Switch S201 and switch S202
Voltage mode Switch S201/switch S202 = OFF (U)
Voltage level -10 V to +10 V (scaleable)
Input resistance, Ri Approximately 10 kΩ

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Maximum voltage ±20 V

Current mode Switch S201/S202 = ON (I)
Current level 0/4 to 20 mA (scaleable)
Input resistance, Ri Approximately 200 Ω
Maximum current 30 mA
Resolution for analog inputs 10 bit (+ sign)
Accuracy of analog inputs Maximum error 0.5% of full scale
Bandwidth 100 Hz

The analog inputs are galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV) and other high-voltage terminals.

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PELV isolation

+24 V
Control Mains
18

High
voltage Motor
37
Functional
isolation

RS485 DC-bus

Illustration 77: PELV Isolation

10.6.12 Control Card, RS485 Serial Communication

Terminal number XD2.2 (P,TX+, RX+), XD2.3 (N,TX-, RX-)
Terminal number XD2.1 Common for terminals XD2.2 and XD2.3

The RS485 serial communication circuit is galvanically isolated from the supply voltage (PELV).

10.6.13 Control Card Performance

Scan interval 1 ms

10.7 Filter Specifications

10.7.1 Passive Harmonic Filter Specifications

Phase imbalance Maximum of 3%
Voltage variation +10%–15%
Nominal frequency -2%, +2% (of 50 Hz or 60 Hz) when PHF is installed
Overload capability 150% for 60 s in a period of 10 minutes
Maximum inrush current, drive side Maximum 5xInom drive
Maximum inrush current, PHF input side Maximum 2xInom drive
Power derating Same as drive

Table 102: Displacement Power Factor (Cos Phi)

Load [%] Automatic capacitor control [p.u.](1)(2) Capacitor always connected [p.u.](1) Capacitor always open [p.u.](1)

10 1.000 -0.790 1.000

25 -0.830 -0.830 0.990

50 -0.996 -0.996 0.950

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Load [%] Automatic capacitor control [p.u.](1)(2) Capacitor always connected [p.u.](1) Capacitor always open [p.u.](1)

75 0.997 0.997 0.930

100 0.986 0.986 0.920

160 0.980 0.980 0.910

1 Positive numbers indicate lagging reactive currents. Negative numbers indicate leading currents.
2 The capacitor connecting contactor switches at 20% load.

10.7.2 Line Reactor Specifications

All line reactors are equipped with thermal switches and are looped to the enclosed drive for overtemperature protection. For more
details, refer to the Control Compartment section. The line reactor configuration varies depending on the enclosure and voltage re-
quired.

Table 103: Line Reactor Configuration for D9h–D10h and E5h–E6h Enclosures, 380–480 V

Enclosure Model Impedance [%]

D9h N110 2.70

D9h N132 3.22

D9h N160 2.87

D10h N200 3.47

D10h N250 3.01

D10h N315 3.65

E5h N355 3.30

E5h N400 3.62

E5h N450 3.83

E6h N500 2.94

E6h N560 3.23

Table 104: Line Reactor Configuration for D9h–D10h and E5h–E6h Enclosures, 525–690 V

Enclosure Model Impedance [%)

D9h N110 2.30

D9h N132 2.78

D9h N160 3.29

D10h N200 2.92

D10h N250 3.67

D10h N315 3.08

D10h N355 3.67

E5h N400 2.89

E5h N500 3.11

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E5h N560 3.55

E5h N630 4.04

E6h N710 3.19

E6h N800 3.70

10.7.3 dU/dt Filter Specifications

Voltage rating 3x380–690 V
Motor frequency derating, 50 Hz Nominal
Motor frequency derating, 60 Hz Nominal
Motor frequency derating, 100 Hz 0.75 x nominal
Minimum switching frequency No limit
Maximum switching frequency Nominal switching frequency
Overload capacity 150% for 60 s, every 10 minutes

10.7.4 Sine-wave Filter Specifications

Voltage rating 3x380–480 V and 525–690 V AC
Nominal current @ 50 Hz 212 A and 315 A for 380–480 V, 137 A and 222 A for 525–690 V(1)
Motor frequency with derating(1) Up to 150 Hz
Motor frequency without derating 0–60 Hz
Minimum switching frequency 2 kHz for 380–480 V, 1.5 kHz for 525–690 V
Maximum switching frequency Nominal switching frequency
Overvoltage category OVC III as defined in IEC61800-5-1
Overload capacity 150% for 60 s every 10 minutes
Ambient temperature [°C (°F)] (2) -15 (5) to +60 (140)
Storage temperature [°C (°F)] -40 (-40) to +70 (158)
Transport temperature [°C (°F)] -40 (-40) to +70 (158)
Altitude during operation
100% current (no derating) up to 1000 m (3280 ft)
1% current derating for each 100 m (328 ft) above 1000 m
(3280 ft)
Maximum 4000 m (13123 ft) with 500 V AC
Maximum 2000 m (6561 ft) with 690 V AC
Noise level < 80 dB(A)

1 The current ratings for the E5h and E6h enclosures are achieved by filter paralleling.
2
See Illustration 79.

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110

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105

100

95

90
Iout %

85

80

75

70

65

60
50 60 70 80 90 100
Hz

Illustration 78: Derating for Output Frequency While Using a Sine-wave Filter

110

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105

100

95

90
Iout %

85

80

75

70

65

60
40 (104) 45 (113) 50 (122) 55 (131) 60 (140)
°C (°F)

Illustration 79: Derating for Ambient Temperature While Using a Sine-wave Filter

10.8 Fuses, Circuit Breakers, and Switches

Fuses and circuit breakers ensure that possible damage to the drive is limited to inside the unit. Danfoss recommends fuses on the
supply side as protection. For further information, see Application Note Fuses and Circuit Breakers.

N O T I C E
Use of fuses on the supply side is mandatory for IEC 60364 (CE) and NEC 2009 (UL) compliant installations.

Danfoss provides the following mains options for the enclosed drive:
• Panel fuses
• Fusible disconnect
• Non-fusible disconnect
• Contactor
• Molded-case circuit breaker (MCCB)

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10.8.1 Panel Fuses

Panel fuses are an option for upstream protection, and are included only if the fusible disconnect option is selected. The panel fuses
can be ordered as either a UL class fuse for UL variant or a gG fuse for IEC variant.

Table 105: Panel Fuses for N110K–N315 Models, 380–480 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC (Type gG) 250 A/500 V 315 A/500 V 355 A/500 V 425 A/500 V 630 A/500 V 630 A/500 V

Mersen P/N NH1GG50V250 NH2GG50V315 NH2GG50V355 NH3GG50V425 NH3AGG50V630 NH3AGG50V630

UL (Class J/L/T) 300 A/600 V 350 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 500 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 750 A/600 V

Mersen P/N A4J300 A4J350 A4J400 A4J500 A4J600 AABY750

Table 106: Panel Fuses for N355–N560 Models, 380–480 V

N355 N400 N450 N500 N560

IEC (Type gG) 800 A/500 V 1000 A/500 V 1000 A/500 V 1000 A/500 V 1250 A/500 V

Mersen P/N NH4GG50V800 NH4GG50V1000 NH4GG50V1000 NH4GG50V1000 NH4GG50V1250

UL (Class J/L/T) 800 A/600 V 1000 A/600 V 1000 A/600 V 1100 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V

Mersen P/N A4BY800 A4BY1000 A4BY1000 A4BY1100 A4BY1200

Table 107: Panel Fuses for N110–N315 Models, 525–690 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC (Type gG) 250 A/690 V 250 A/690 V 250 A/690 V 315 A/690 V 355 A/690 V 425 A/690 V

Mersen P/N NH2GG69V250 NH2GG69V250 NH2GG69V250 NH2GG69V315 NH3GG69V355 NH3GG69V425

UL (Class J/L/T) 175 A/600 V 200 A/600 V 250 A/600 V 350 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 500 A/600 V

Mersen P/N A4J175 A4J200 A4J250 A4J350 A4J400 A4J500

Table 108: Panel Fuses for N400–N630 Models, 525–690 V

N400 N450 N500 N560 N630

IEC (Type gG) 500 A/690 V 500 A/500 V 630 A/500 V 800 A/500 V 800 A/500 V

Mersen P/N NH3GG69V500 NH3GG69V500 NH4GG69V630 NH4GG69V800 NH4GG69V800

UL (Class J/L/T) 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 650 A/600 V 750 A/600 V 800 A/600 V

Mersen P/N A4J600 A4J600 A4BY650 A4BY750 A4BY800

Table 109: Panel Fuses for N710–N800 Models, 525–690 V

N710 N800

IEC (Type gG) 1000 A/690 V 1000 A/690 V

ABB P/N OFAA4AM1000 OFAA4AM1000

UL (Class J/L/T) 1000 A/600 V 1100 A/600 V

Mersen P/N A4BY1000 A4BY1100

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10.8.2 Contactor Switches

The mains contactor is an option. All units ordered and supplied with a factory-installed contactor require a Class L/J branch circuit
fusing to meet the 65 kA SCCR for the drive system.
This option makes it possible to connect or disconnect the drive from the mains by using a control switch on the control compart-
ment door or an external switch. The external switch must be wired to terminals XD0. See 5.3 Wiring Overview for D9h and D10h
Enclosed Drives and 5.4 Wiring Overview for E5h and E6h Enclosed Drives. The mains contactor is supplied with 2 sets of auxiliary
switches (1 normally open and 1 normally closed). These switches are on the sides of the contactor. By default, the NO auxiliary
switch is wired at the factory and used by the system.

Rated operation current @ 230 V 6A

Rated operation current @ 380 V 4A
Rated operation current @ 480 V 1.5 A
Conventional thermal current, Ith 10 A
Rated voltage 500 V AC
Rated impulse withstand voltage 600 V AC

Table 110: Mains Contactor Switches for N110–N315 Models, 380–480 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC 185 A/1000 V 185 A/1000 V 185 A/1000 V 400 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V 500 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE500M22A

UL 185 A/1000 V 185 A/1000 V 185 A/1000 V 400 A/1000 V 400 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE580N22A XTCE580N22A

Table 111: Mains Contactor Switches for N355–N560 Models, 380–480 V

N355 N400 N450 N500 N560

IEC 580 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V 820 A/1000 V 820 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE580N22A XTCE580N22A XTCE580N22A XTCE820N22A XTCE820N22A

UL 820 A/1000 V 820 A/1000 V 820 A/1000 V 1000 A/1000 V 1000 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE820N22A XTCE820N22A XTCE820N22A XTCEC10N22A XTCEC10N22A

Table 112: Mains Contactor Switches for N110–N315 Models, 525–690 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC 185 A/1000 V 185 A/1000 V 185 A/1000 V 400 A/1000 V 400 A/1000 V 400 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A

UL 185 A/1000 V 185 A/1000 V 185 A/1000 V 400 A/1000 V 400 A/1000 V 400 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A XTCE400M22A

Table 113: Mains Contactor Switches for N400–N630 Models, 525–690 V

N400 N450 N500 N560 N630

IEC 400 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE400M22A XTCE580N22A XTCE580N22A XTCE580N22A XTCE580N22A

UL 400 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V 580 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE400M22A XTCE580N22A XTCE580N22A XTCE580N22A XTCE580N22A

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Table 114: Mains Contactor Switches for N710–N800 Models, 525–690 V

N710 N800

IEC 580 A/1000 V 820 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE580N22A XTCE820N22A

UL 820 A/1000 V 1000 A/1000 V

Eaton P/N XTCE820N22A XTCEC10N22A

10.8.3 Fusible Disconnect Switches

The fusible disconnector switch is an option that safely isolates the drive from the mains with a fuse switch mounted below the
drive module. All units ordered and supplied with a factory-installed fusible disconnect switch have a fuse built in to the switch. The
fuse has been sized to meet 65kA SCCR for the system. The input voltage and power rating of the drive determines the specific class
or gG fuse. The input voltage and power rating are found on the product nameplate.

Table 115: Fusible Disconnect Switches for N110–N315 Models, 380–480 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V

ABB P/N OS400D30P OS400D30P OS400D30P OS630D30P OS630D30P OS630D30P

UL 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 800 A/600 V

ABB P/N OS400J30 OS400J30 OS400J30 OS600J30 OS600J30 OS800L30

Table 116: Fusible Disconnect Switches for N355–N560 Models, 380–480 V

N355 N400 N450 N500 N560

IEC 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V

ABB P/N OS1250D30P OS1250D30P OS1250D30P OS1250D30P OS1250D30P

UL 800 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V

ABB P/N OS800L30 OS1200L30 OS1200L30 OS1200L30 OS1200L30

Table 117: Fusible Disconnect Switches for N110–N315 Models, 525–690 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V

ABB P/N OS400D30P OS400D30P OS400D30P OS630D30P OS630D30P OS630D30P

UL 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 600 A/600 V

ABB P/N OS400J30 OS400J30 OS400J30 OS400J30 OS400J30 OS600J30

Table 118: Fusible Disconnect Switches for N400–N630 Models, 525–690 V

N400 N450 N500 N560 N630

IEC 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V

ABB P/N OS630D30P OS630D30P OS1250D30P OS1250D30P OS1250D30P

UL 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 800 A/600 V 800 A/600 V 800 A/600 V

ABB P/N OS600J30 OS600J30 OS800L30 OS800L30 OS800L30

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Table 119: Fusible Disconnect Switches for N710–N800 Models, 525–690 V

N710 N800

IEC 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V

ABB P/N OS1250D30P OS1250D30P

UL 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V

ABB P/N OS1200L30 OS1200L30

10.8.4 Non-fusible Disconnect Switches

The non-fusible disconnector switch is an option. All units ordered and supplied with a factory-installed, non-fusible disconnect
switch require a UL Class fuse to meet 65kA SCCR for the drive system.

Table 120: Non-fusible Disconnect Switches for N110–N315 Models, 380–480 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V

ABB P/N OT400E30 OT400E30 OT400E30 OT630E30 OT630E30 OT630E30

UL 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 800 A/600 V

ABB P/N OT400U30 OT400U30 OT400U30 OT600U30 OT600U30 OT800U30

Table 121: Non-fusible Disconnect Switches for N355–N560 Models, 380–480 V

N355 N400 N450 N500 N560

IEC 1000 A/690 V 1000 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V

ABB P/N OT1000E30 OT1000E30 OT1250E30 OT1250E30 OT1250E30

UL 800 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V

ABB P/N OT800U30 OT1200U30 OT1200U30 OT1200U30 OT1200U30

Table 122: Non-fusible Disconnect Switches for N110–N315 Models, 525–690 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V

ABB P/N OT400E30 OT400E30 OT400E30 OT630E30 OT630E30 OT630E30

UL 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V

ABB P/N OT400U30 OT400U30 OT400U30 OT600U30 OT600U30 OT600U30

Table 123: Non-fusible Disconnect Switches for N400–N630 Models, 525–690 V

N400 N450 N500 N560 N630

IEC 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 1000 A/690 V 1000 A/690 V

ABB P/N OT630E30 OT630E30 OT630E30 OT1000E30 OT1000E30

UL 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 800 A/600 V 800 A/600 V

ABB P/N OT600U30 OT600U30 OT600U30 OT800U30 OT800U30

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Table 124: Non-fusible Disconnect Switches for N710–N800 Models, 525–690 V

N710 N800

IEC 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V

ABB P/N OT1250E30 OT1250E30

UL 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V

ABB P/N OT1200U30 OT1200U30

10.8.5 Molded-case Circuit Breakers

The molded-case circuit breaker (MCCB) is an option that combines a temperature-sensitive device with a current sensitive-electro-
magnetic device to protect the drive.

Table 125: MCCB Part Numbers for N110–N315 Models, 380–480 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 800 A/690 V 800 A/690 V 800 A/690 V

ABB P/N T5L400 T5L400 T5L400 T6L800 T6L800 T6L800

UL 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 800 A/600 V

ABB P/N T5L400BW T5L400BW T5LQ400BW T6L600BW T6LQ600BW T6LQ800BW

Table 126: MCCB Part Numbers for N355K–N560 Models, 380–480 V

N355 N400 N450 N500 N560

IEC 1000 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V 1600 A/690 V

ABB T71000LSPR231 DS- T71250LSPR231 DS- T71250LSPR231 DS-LS T71250LSPR231 DS- T71600LSPR231 DS-
P/N LS LS LS LS

UL 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V 1600 A/600 V 1600 A/600 V

ABB T7L1200PR231/P T7L1200PR231/P T7LQ1200PR231/P T8V1600PR232/P T8V1600PR232/P

P/N

Table 127: MCCB Part Numbers for N110–N315 Models, 525–690 V

N110 N132 N160 N200 N250 N315

IEC 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 400 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V 630 A/690 V

ABB P/N T5L400T T5L400T T5L400T T6L630T T6L630T T6L630T

UL 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 400 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V 600 A/600 V

ABB P/N T5L400TW T5L400TW T5L400TW T6L600TW T6L600TW T6L600TW

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Table 128: MCCB Part Numbers for N400–N630 Models, 525–690 V

N400 N450 N500 N560 N630

IEC 600 A/690 V 1000 A/690 V 1000 A/690 V 1000 A/690 V 1000 A/690 V

ABB P/N T6L630T T7L1000LSPR23 1 DS- T7L1000LSPR23 1 DS- T7L1000LSPR23 1 DS-LS T7L1000LSPR23 1 DS-LS
LS LS

UL 600 A/600 V 1000 A/600 V 1000 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V

ABB P/N T6LQ600TW T7L1000PR231/P T7L1000PR231/P T7LQ1200PR231/P T7LQ1200PR231/P

Table 129: MCCB Part Numbers for N710–N800 Models, 525–690 V

N710 N800

IEC 1250 A/690 V 1250 A/690 V

ABB P/N T7L1250LSPR23 1 DS-LS T7L1250LSPR23 1 DS-LS

UL 1200 A/600 V 1200 A/600 V

ABB P/N T7L1200PR231/ P T7L1200PR231/ P

10.9 Enclosure Dimensions

10.9.1 Pedestal Dimensions

The pedestal, on which the enclosure sits, is available in 3 different heights:
• 100 mm (3.9 in)
• 200 mm (7.9 in)
• 400 mm (15.8 in)

10.9.2 D9h Enclosed Drive Exterior Dimensions

e30bu121.10
55 (2.2)

1 2 3

2000
(78.7)

100 (3.9) 4
400 (15.8) / 400 (15.8) 600 (23.6)
600 (23.8) 600 (23.6)

Illustration 80: Dimensions for D9h Enclosure with Standard Pedestal

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1 Passive harmonic filter/line reactor cabinet 3 Sine-wave cabinet

2 D9h drive cabinet 4 Standard pedestal

10.9.3 D10h Enclosed Drive Exterior Dimensions

e30bu143.10
55 (2.2)

1 2 3 4

2000
(78.7)

100 (3.9) 5
400 (15.8) / 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)
600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)
600 (23.6)

Illustration 81: Dimensions for D10h Enclosure with Standard Pedestal

1 Passive harmonic filter/line reactor cabinet 4 Sine-wave cabinet

2 Options cabinet (provided when more than 1 input 5 Standard pedestal

option is ordered)

3 D10h drive cabinet

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10.9.4 E5h Enclosed Drive Exterior Dimensions

e30bu144.11
4

55
(2.2)
1 2 3

1200 (82.7)
2000 600
(78.7) (23.6)

100 6
(3.9)
600 (23.6) / 600 (23.6) 600 (23.6)
800 (31.5) 600
(23.6)

400
(15.8) 600 (23.6)

Illustration 82: Dimensions for E5h Enclosure with Standard Pedestal

1 Passive harmonic filter/line reactor cabinet 4 Sine-wave cabinet

2 Options cabinet 5 dU/dt cabinet

3 E5h drive cabinet 6 Standard pedestal

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10.9.5 E6h Enclosed Drive Exterior Dimensions

e30bu145.11
4

55
(2.2)
1 2 3

1200 (82.7)
2000 600
(78.7) (23.6)

100 6
(3.9)
600 (23.6) / 600 (23.6) 800 (23.6)
800 (31.5) 600
(23.6)

400
(15.8) 600 (23.6)

Illustration 83: Dimensions for E6h Enclosure with Standard Pedestal

1 Passive harmonic filter/line reactor cabinet 4 Sine-wave cabinet

2 Options cabinet 5 dU/dt cabinet

3 E6h drive cabinet 6 Standard pedestal

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10.10 Enclosure Airflow

e30bu132.10
225 mm (8.9 in) 225 mm (8.9 in)

Illustration 84: Enclosure Airflow in Sine-wave Filter, Passive Harmonic Filter, and Drive Cabinets (Side View)

1 Drive module cabinet

2 PHF and sine-wave cabinets

10.11 Fastener Torque Ratings

Apply the correct torque when tightening fasteners in the locations that are listed in the table. Too low or too high torque when
fastening an electrical connection results in a bad electrical connection. To ensure correct torque, use a torque wrench.
Table 130: Fastener Torque Ratings

Location Bolt size Torque [Nm (in-lb)]

Mains terminals M10/M12 19 (168)/37 (335)

Motor terminals M10/M12 19 (168)/37 (335)

Ground terminals M8/M10 9.6 (84)/19.1 (169)

Brake terminals M8 9.6 (84)

Relay terminals – 0.5 (4)

Ground busbars between cabinets M8 10 (88.5)

Brackets between cabinets M6 8 (71)

Door/panel cover M5 2.3 (20)

Cable entry plate M5 2.3 (20)

Serial communication cover M5 2.3 (20)

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11 Appendix
11.1 Conventions
• Numbered lists indicate procedures.
• Bullet lists indicate other information and description of illustrations.
• Italicized text indicates:
- Cross reference.
- Link.
- Footnote.
- Parameter name.
- Parameter group name.
- Parameter option.
• All dimensions are in mm (inch).

11.2 Abbreviations
Table 131: Abbreviations, Acronyms, and Symbols

Term Definition

°C Degrees Celsius

°F Degrees Fahrenheit

Ω Ohm

AC Alternating current

AEO Automatic energy optimization

ACP Application control processor

AMA Automatic motor adaptation

AWG American wire gauge

CPU Central processing unit

CSIV Customer-specific initialization values

CT Current transformer

DC Direct current

DVM Digital voltmeter

EEPROM Electrically erasable programmable read-only memory

EMC Electromagnetic compatibility

EMI Electromagnetic interference

ESD Electrostatic discharge

ETR Electronic thermal relay

fM,N Nominal motor frequency

FPC Fan power card

HF High frequency

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Term Definition

HVAC Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning

Hz Hertz

ILIM Current limit

IINV Rated inverter output current

IM,N Nominal motor current

IVLT,MAX Maximum output current

IVLT,N Rated output current supplied by the drive

IEC International Electrotechnical Commission

IGBT Insulated-gate bipolar transistor

I/O Input/output

IP Ingress protection

kHz Kilohertz

kW Kilowatt

Ld Motor d-axis inductance

Lq Motor q-axis inductance

LC Inductor-capacitor

LCP Local control panel

LED Light-emitting diode

LOP Local operation pad

mA Milliamp

MCB Miniature circuit breakers

MCCB Molded-case circuit breaker

MCO Motion control option

MCP Motor control processor

MCT Motion control tool

MDCIC Multi-drive control interface card

mV Millivolts

NEMA National Electrical Manufacturers Association

NTC Negative temperature coefficient

PM,N Nominal motor power

PCB Printed circuit board

PE Protective earth

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Term Definition

PELV Protective extra low voltage

PHF Passive harmonic filter

PID Proportional integral derivative

PLC Programmable logic controller

P/N Part number

PROM Programmable read-only memory

PS Power section

PTC Positive temperature coefficient

PWM Pulse width modulation

RS Stator resistance

RAM Random-access memory

RCD Residual current device

Regen Regenerative terminals

RFI Radio frequency interference

RMS Root means square (cyclically alternating electric current)

RPM Revolutions per minute

SCR Silicon-controlled rectifier

SMPS Switch mode power supply

S/N Serial number

STO Safe Torque Off

TLIM Torque limit

UM,N Nominal motor voltage

V Volt

VVC Voltage vector control

Xh Motor main reactance

11.3 International/North American Default Parameter Settings

Setting parameter 0-03 Regional Settings to [0] International or [1] North America changes the default settings for some parameters.

Table 132: VLT® FC Series International/North American Default Parameter Settings

Parameter International default value North American default value

Parameter 0-03 Regional Settings International North America

Parameter 0-71 Date Format DD-MM-YYYY MM/DD/YYYY

Parameter 0-72 Time Format 24 h 12 h

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Parameter International default value North American default value

Parameter 1-23 Motor Frequency 50 Hz 60 Hz

Parameter 1-25 Motor Nominal Speed 1400 RPM 1680 RPM

Parameter 1-53 Model Shift Frequency 16.7 20.0

Parameter 1-56 U/f Characteristic 50 Hz 60 Hz

Parameter 6-15 Terminal 53 High Ref./Feedb. Value 1500 RPM 1800 RPM

Parameter 14-37 Fieldweakening Speed 1400 RPM 1680 RPM

11.4 Required Parameter Settings for Drive Options

On performing a factory reset on the drive, all drive parameters revert to their factory default value. Several drive options have pa-
rameter settings that must be configured differently from the factory default values in order for the options to perform properly.

Table 133: Parameter Settings for the Passive Filter Option (Typecode Character 7 = P/H/L/U)

Parameter Change value to

Parameter 5-02 Terminal 29 Mode [1] Output

Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [7] External Interlock

Parameter 5-31 Terminal 29 Digital Output [188] AHF Capacitor Connect

Parameter 14-51 DC-link Compensation [0] Off

Table 134: Parameter Settings for the dU/dt Filter Option (Typecode Character 18 = D/1)

Parameter Change value to

Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [7] External Interlock

Parameter 14-52 Fan Control [3] On 100%(1)

1 This fan setting applies only to D9h and D10h models.

Table 135: Parameter Settings for the Sine-wave Filter Option (Typecode Character 18 = S/2)

Parameter Change value to

Parameter 5-10 Terminal 18 Digital Input [7] External Interlock

Parameter 14-55 Output Filter [2] Sine-Wave Filter Fixed

Table 136: Parameter Settings for the Indicator Light + Reset Button Option (Typecode Character 28–29 = D1/DA/DB/DC/DD/DE)

Parameter Change value to

Parameter 5-40 Function Relay [1] [5] Running

Parameter 5-40 Function Relay [2] [9] Alarm

Parameter 5-14 Terminal 32 Digital Input [1] Reset

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11.5 Block Diagrams

e30bu196.10
PE L1-3

1L1-3

PE
3 3
-QB1 3 3
-QB8 -QB7
I>
3 I>>

1L1-3

-QA3 3

-PE 3
-RF5

2
B
-TA1.1 3
R -QA2 3
2
3

3 B
-RF1.1
3 3
-RF4.1 -RF4.2

3
-RF3 -CA3.1

-CA5.1 -CA5.2

3
-RF2

R1.1 R1.2
PU1
PE,U,V,W
3+PE

-MA1 M
3~

Illustration 85: Electrical Power Flow for D9h/D10h Enclosures

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-RFI Radio frequency interference (RFI) filter -QB8 Mains disconnect

R1 Resistor -MA7 dU/dt and sine-wave filter fans

-RF5 Passive harmonic filter (PHF) L0 -MA8 PHF fans

-RF4 PHF inductors -RF2 Sine-wave filter inductor

-CA5 PHF capacitors -CA4 Sine-wave filter capacitor

-QA2 PHF contactor -RF1 dU/dt filter inductor

-RFL Line reactor -CA3 dU/dt filter capacitor

-QAF PHF relay -RF3 Common-mode filter

-QB7 Molded-case circuit breaker (MCCB) -MA1 Motor (customer side)

-QA3 Mains contactor -TA1 Drive module

-QB2 Mains fused disconnect LCP Local control panel

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e30bu197.10
L1-3 PE

1L1-3 PE

3 3
3 3
-QB1 -QB8 -QB7
I>
3 I>>

1L1-3 -PE

-QA3 3

3
-RF5

2
B 3 -QA2.1 -QA2.2 3
-TA1.1 3
R
2
3

3 B
3 3 3 3
-RF1.1
-RF4.1 -RF4.2 -RF4.3 -RF4.4

3
-RF3 -CA3.1

-CA5.1 -CA5.2 -CA5.3 -CA5.4

3
-RF2
R1.1 R1.2 R1.3 R1.4

PU1
PE,U,V,W
3+PE
M
-MA1
3~

Illustration 86: Electrical Power Flow for E5h/E6h Enclosures

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-RFI Radio frequency interference (RFI) filter -QB8 Mains disconnect

R1 Resistor -MA7 dU/dt and sine-wave filter fans

-RF5 Passive harmonic filter (PHF) L0 -MA8 PHF fans

-RF4 PHF inductors -RF2 Sine-wave filter inductor

-CA5 PHF capacitors -CA4 Sine-wave filter capacitor

-QA2 PHF contactor -RF1 dU/dt filter inductor

-RFL Line reactor -CA3 dU/dt filter capacitor

-QAF PHF relay -RF3 Common-mode filter

-QB7 Molded-case circuit breaker (MCCB) -MA1 Motor (customer side)

-QA3 Mains contactor -TA1 Drive module

-QB2 Mains fused disconnect LCP Local control panel

11.6 Input Power Option Losses

11.6.1 Contactor Losses

Table 137: Power Losses for Contactor Option, 380–480 V

Model 380–440 V [W] 441–480 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 16 11 13 9

N132 25 16 21 13

N160 36 25 33 21

N200 57 36 47 33

N250 42 28 36 24

N315 63 42 52 36

N355 62 51 50 42

N400 79 62 66 50

N450 91 69 76 66

N500 74 61 58 51

N560 94 74 76 58

Table 138: Power Losses for Contactor Option, 525–690 V

Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 7 5 6 4

N132 10 7 9 6

N160 15 10 13 9

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Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

N200 23 15 21 13

N250 33 23 30 21

N315 47 33 43 30

N355 63 47 58 43

N400 40 28 37 26

N500 50 33 45 30

N560 64 50 59 45

N630 72 64 72 59

N710 83 62 76 57

N800 76 56 69 51

11.6.2 Fusible Disconnect Losses

Table 139: Power Losses for Fusible Disconnect Option, 380–480 V

Model 380–440 V [W] 441–480 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 71 49 57 40

N132 89 59 76 48

N160 131 90 121 76

N200 142 91 119 83

N250 155 105 132 88

N315 233 155 193 132

N355 188 156 151 127

N400 202 158 168 127

N450 233 176 194 168

N500 282 233 222 194

N560 305 241 246 189

Table 140: Power Losses for Fusible Disconnect Option, 525–690 V

Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 29 20 27 18

N132 41 29 37 27

N160 63 41 57 37

N200 71 45 65 41

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Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

N250 101 70 92 64

N315 118 84 108 77

N355 151 112 138 102

N400 191 135 175 125

N500 134 90 123 83

N560 154 119 141 109

N630 173 154 173 141

N710 208 155 190 142

N800 282 208 258 190

11.6.3 Non-fusible Disconnect Losses

Table 141: Power Losses for Non-fusible Disconnect Option, 380–480 V

Model 380–440 V [W] 441–480 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 8 6 7 5

N132 13 8 11 7

N160 19 13 17 11

N200 29 19 25 17

N250 44 29 37 25

N315 65 44 54 37

N355 25 21 20 17

N400 32 25 26 20

N450 36 27 30 26

N500 43 36 34 30

N560 55 43 44 34

Table 142: Power Losses for Non-fusible Disconnect Option, 525–690 V

Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 4 2 3 2

N132 5 4 5 3

N160 8 5 7 5

N200 12 8 11 7

N250 17 12 16 11

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Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

N315 24 17 22 16

N355 33 24 30 22

N400 42 29 38 27

N500 52 35 47 32

N560 20 16 19 14

N630 23 20 23 19

N710 32 24 30 22

N800 44 32 40 30

11.6.4 Molded-case Circuit Breaker (MCCB) Losses

Table 143: Power Losses for MCCB Option, 380–480 V

Model 380–440 V [W] 441–480 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 25 18 20 14

N132 38 25 32 20

N160 56 38 51 32

N200 54 35 45 32

N250 80 54 68 45

N315 120 80 100 68

N355 62 52 50 42

N400 80 62 66 50

N450 92 70 77 66

N500 112 92 88 77

N560 92 73 74 57

Table 144: Power Losses for MCCB Option, 525–690 V

Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 11 7 10 7

N132 15 11 14 10

N160 23 15 21 14

N200 22 14 20 13

N250 32 22 29 20

N315 45 32 41 29

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Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

N355 61 45 56 41

N400 43 30 39 28

N500 53 36 49 33

N560 69 53 63 49

N630 77 69 77 63

N710 84 63 77 57

N800 114 84 104 77

11.6.5 Passive Harmonic Filter Losses

Table 145: Power Losses for Passive Harmonic Filter Option, 380–480 V

Model 380–440 V [W] 441–480 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 1083 841 1083 841

N132 1284 1083 1284 1083

N160 1511 1284 1511 1284

N200 1704 1511 1704 1511

N250 1814 1704 1814 1704

N315 2242 1814 1980 1814

N355 2302 2242 2242 1980

N400 2498 2302 2302 2242

N450 2613 2498 2498 2302

N500 2838 2613 2613 2498

N560 3160 2838 2838 2613

Table 146: Power Losses for Passive Harmonic Filter Option, 525–690 V

Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 1194 1050 1194 1050

N132 1288 1194 1288 1194

N160 1406 1288 1406 1288

N200 1510 1406 1510 1406

N250 1852 1510 1852 1510

N315 2121 1852 2121 1852

N355 2800 2121 2800 2121

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Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

N400 3075 2800 3075 2800

N500 3380 3075 3380 3075

N560 3720 3380 3720 3380

N630 4242 3720 4242 3720

N710 4600 4242 4600 4242

N800 5700 4600 5700 4600

11.6.6 Line Reactor Losses

Table 147: Power Losses for Line Reactor Option, 380–500 V

Model 380–440 V [W] 441–500 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 406 306 327 231

N132 615 406 521 327

N160 537 366 492 310

N200 844 537 704 492

N250 1046 708 890 591

N315 1569 1046 1299 890

N355 1168 971 941 786

N400 1498 1168 1239 941

N450 1728 1305 1441 1239

N500 1393 1152 1096 960

N560 1764 1393 1426 1096

Table 148: Power Losses for Line Reactor Option, 525–690 V

Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 395 270 360 245

N132 552 395 504 360

N160 845 552 776 504

N200 817 511 745 470

N250 1170 817 1069 745

N315 1366 967 1250 883

N355 1842 1366 1681 1250

N400 1409 996 1293 919

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Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

N500 1744 1171 1595 1071

N560 2491 1921 2279 1757

N630 2786 2491 2786 2279

N710 2472 1845 2268 1686

N800 3361 2472 3069 2268

11.6.7 dU/dt Filter Losses

Table 149: Power Losses for dU/dt Filter Option, 380–480 V

Model 380–440 V [W] 441–480 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 350 244 281 199

N132 526 350 448 281

N160 327 223 300 190

N200 514 327 429 300

N250 834 565 710 472

N315 1251 834 1036 710

N355 713 593 573 480

N400 914 713 757 573

N450 1054 795 878 757

N500 1402 1158 1101 964

N560 1774 1402 1434 1101

Table 150: Power Losses for dU/dt Filter Option, 525–690 V [W]

Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V

– NO HO NO HO

N110 453 308 414 281

N132 204 146 187 134

N160 314 204 287 187

N200 498 314 456 287

N250 302 211 277 193

N315 427 302 390 277

N355 575 427 527 390

N400 800 565 733 523

N500 989 666 905 608

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Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V

N560 585 450 535 412

N630 654 585 654 535

N710 959 715 878 654

N800 1430 1054 1308 964

11.6.8 Sine-wave Filter Losses

Table 151: Power Losses for Sine-wave Filter Option, 380–500 V

Model 380–440 V [W] 441–500 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 1050 732 843 598

N132 770 512 656 411

N160 1130 770 1039 656

N200 1823 1159 1522 1065

N250 1312 888 1117 742

N315 1969 1312 1630 1117

N355 2529 2103 2033 1703

N40 3242 2529 2685 2033

N450 3738 2821 3112 2685

N500 2205 1822 1732 1517

N560 2790 2205 2255 1732

Table 152: Power Losses for Sine-wave Filter Option, 525–690 V

Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

– NO HO NO HO

N110 1210 823 1106 752

N132 735 526 673 481

N160 1131 735 1032 673

N200 2063 1302 1888 1188

N250 1285 896 1177 820

N315 1814 1285 1657 1177

N355 2446 1814 2240 1657

N400 3560 2515 3264 2327

N500 4408 2966 4029 2709

N560 2487 1913 2274 1750

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Model 525–550 V [W] 551–690 V [W]

N630 2778 2486 2778 2274

N710 4075 3040 3730 2778

N800 5532 4075 5058 3730

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