SCF Series

Installation and Operation Manual

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 SCF Sub-Micro Drive

INPUT POWER
TERMINALS
GROUND
LUG

ELECTRONIC
3-DIGIT LED
PROGRAMMING
DISPLAY
MODULE (EPM)

PROGRAMMING
BUTTONS

CONTROL
TERMINAL
STRIP

OUTPUT (MOTOR) DC BUS

TERMINALS TERMINALS

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 Table of Contents

1.0 GENERAL............................................................................................1

2.0 SCF DIMENSIONS ..............................................................................3

3.0 SCF MODEL DESIGNATION CODE...................................................6

4.0 SCF SPECIFICATIONS.......................................................................7

5.0 SCF RATINGS.....................................................................................8

6.0 INSTALLATION .................................................................................10

7.0 INPUT AC POWER REQUIREMENTS .............................................11

8.0 POWER WIRING ...............................................................................13

9.0 SCF POWER WIRING DIAGRAM .....................................................14

10.0 CONTROL WIRING ...........................................................................15

11.0 SCF CONTROL WIRING DIAGRAMS ..............................................18

12.0 INITIAL POWER UP AND MOTOR ROTATION ...............................23

13.0 PROGRAMMING THE SCF DRIVE ..................................................25

14.0 PARAMETER MENU .........................................................................29

15.0 DESCRIPTION OF PARAMETERS ..................................................32

16.0 TROUBLESHOOTING.......................................................................47

17.0 SCF DISPLAY MESSAGES ..............................................................49

APPENDIX A - THROUGH-HOLE MOUNT OPTION ........................51

APPENDIX B - PI SETPOINT CONTROL OPTION ..........................55

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 1.0 GENERAL

1.1 PRODUCTS COVERED IN THIS MANUAL

This manual covers the AC Tech SCF Series Variable Frequency Drive.

1.2 PRODUCT CHANGES

AC Technology Corporation reserves the right to discontinue or make modifications to the

design of its products without prior notice, and holds no obligation to make modifications to
products sold previously. AC Technology Corporation also holds no liability for losses of any
kind which may result from this action. Instruction manuals with the most up-to-date information
are available for download from the AC Tech website (www.actech.com).

1.3 WARRANTY

AC Technology Corporation warrants the SCF Series AC motor control to be free of defects in
material and workmanship for a period 24 months from date of manufacture. If an SCF motor
control, under normal use, becomes defective within the stated warranty time period, contact
AC Technology's Service Department for instructions on obtaining a warranty replacement
unit. AC Technology Corporation reserves the right to make the final determination as to the
validity of a warranty claim, and sole obligation is to repair or replace only components which
have been rendered defective due to faulty material or workmanship. No warranty claim
will be accepted for components which have been damaged due to mishandling, improper
installation, unauthorized repair and/or alteration of the product, operation in excess of
design specifications or other misuse, or improper maintenance. AC Technology Corporation
makes no warranty that its products are compatible with any other equipment, or to any
specific application, to which they may be applied and shall not be held liable for any other
consequential damage or injury arising from the use of its products.

This warranty is in lieu of all other warranties, expressed or implied. No other person,
firm or corporation is authorized to assume, for AC Technology Corporation, any other
liability in connection with the demonstration or sale of its products.

1.4 RECEIVING

Inspect all cartons for damage which may have occurred during shipping. Carefully unpack
equipment and inspect thoroughly for damage or shortage. Report any damage to carrier and/or
shortages to supplier. All major components and connections should be examined for damage
and tightness, with special attention given to PC boards, plugs, knobs and switches.

1.5 SAFETY INFORMATION

GENERAL

All operations concerning installation and commissioning, as well as maintenance, must be

carried out by qualified, skilled personnel (IEC 364 and CENELEC HD 384 or DIN VDE 0100
and IEC report 664 or DIN VDE 0110 and national regulations for the prevention of accidents
must be observed).

According to this basic safety information, qualified skilled personnel are persons who are

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 familiar with the installation, assembly, commissioning, and operation of the product and who
have the qualifications necessary for their occupation.
APPLICATION AS DIRECTED

Drive controllers are components which are designed for installation in electrical systems
or machinery. They are not to be used as appliances. They are intended exclusively for
professional and commercial purposes accroding to EN 61000-3-2.

When installing the drive controllers in machines, commissioning (i.e. the starting of operation
as directed) is prohibited until it is proven that the machine complies with the regulations of the
EC Directive 98/37/EC (Machinery Directive); EN 60204 must be observed. Commissioning
(i.e. starting of operation as directed) is only allowed when there is compliance with the EMC
Directive (89/336/EEC).

The drive controllers meet the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC.
The harmonised standards of the series EN50178/DIN VDE 0160 apply to the controllers.
NOTE
The availability of controllers is restricted according to EN 61800-3. These
products can cause radio interference in residential areas. In this case, special
measures can be necessary.

ELECTRICAL CONNECTION
When working on live drive controllers, applicable national regulations for the prevention of
accidents (e.g. VBG 4) must be observed.
The electrical installation must be carried out according to the appropriate regulations
(e.g. cable size, fuses, PE connection).
This manual contains information about installation in compliance with EMC (shielding,
grounding, filters and cables). These notes must also be observed for CE-marked controllers.
The manufacturer of the system or machine is responsible for compliance with the required
limit values demanded by EMC legislation.
UL INSTALLATION INFORMATION
• Suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than 5000 rms
symmetrical amperes, 240 V maximum (240 V devices) or 500 V maximum
(400/500 V devices) respectively
Warnings! • Use minimum 75 °C copper wire only.
• Shall be installed in a pollution degree 2 macro-environment.

1.6 CUSTOMER MODIFICATION

AC Technology Corporation, its sales representatives and distributors, welcome the opportunity
to assist our customers in applying our products. Many customizing options are available
to aid in this function. AC Technology Corporation cannot assume responsibility for any
modifications not authorized by its engineering department

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 2.0 SCF DIMENSIONS

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INPUT
HP kW MODEL H W D P R
VOLTAGE
0.25 0.18 208 / 240 SF203Y 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 3.94 (100) 0.80 (20) 4.37 (111)
208 / 240 SF205Y 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 3.94 (100) 0.80 (20) 4.37 (111)
0.5 0.37
400 / 480 SF405 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 3.94 (100) 0.80 (20) 4.37 (111)
208 / 240 SF210Y 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 4.74 (120) 1.60 (41) 4.37 (111)
208 / 240 SF210 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 4.74 (120) 1.60 (41) 4.37 (111)
1 0.75
400 / 480 SF410 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 4.74 (120) 1.60 (41) 4.37 (111)
480 / 590 SF510 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 4.74 (120) 1.60 (41) 4.37 (111)
208 / 240 SF215Y 5.75 (146) 3.76 (96) 5.24 (133) 1.90 (48) 4.37 (111)
1.5 1.1 208 / 240 SF215 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 5.74 (146) 2.60 (66) 4.37 (111)
400 / 480 SF415 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 5.74 (146) 2.60 (66) 4.37 (111)
208 / 240 SF220Y 5.75 (146) 3.76 (96) 6.74 (171) 3.40 (86) 4.37 (111)
208 / 240 SF220 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 5.74 (146) 2.60 (66) 3.06 (78)
2 1.5
400 / 480 SF420 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 5.74 (146) 2.60 (66) 4.37 (111)
480 / 590 SF520 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 5.74 (146) 2.60 (66) 4.37 (111)

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 INPUT
HP kW MODEL H W D P R
VOLTAGE
208 / 240 SF230Y 5.75 (146) 3.76 (96) 6.74 (171) 3.40 (86) 3.25 (83)
208 / 240 SF230 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 5.74 (146) 2.60 (66) 3.06 (78)
3 2.2
400 / 480 SF430 5.75 (146) 2.88 (73) 5.74 (146) 2.60 (66) 3.06 (78)
480 / 590 SF530 5.75 (146) 3.76 (96) 6.74 (171) 3.40 (86) 4.37 (111)
208 / 240 SF250Y 7.75 (197) 5.02 (128) 7.18 (182) 3.40 (86) 4.81 (122)
208 / 240 SF250 5.75 (146) 3.76 (96) 6.74 (171) 3.40 (86) 3.25 (83)
5 3.7
400 / 480 SF450 5.75 (146) 3.76 (96) 6.74 (171) 3.40 (86) 3.25 (83)
480 / 590 SF550 5.75 (146) 3.76 (96) 6.74 (171) 3.40 (86) 3.25 (83)
208 / 240 SF275 7.75 (197) 5.02 (128) 7.18 (182) 3.40 (86) 4.81 (122)
7.5 5.5 400 / 480 SF475 7.75 (197) 5.02 (128) 7.18 (182) 3.40 (86) 4.81 (122)
480 / 590 SF575 7.75 (197) 5.02 (128) 7.18 (182) 3.40 (86) 4.81 (122)
208 / 240 SF2100 7.75 (197) 5.02 (128) 7.18 (182) 3.40 (86) 4.81 (122)
10 7.5 400 / 480 SF4100 7.75 (197) 5.02 (128) 7.18 (182) 3.40 (86) 4.81 (122)
480 / 590 SF5100 7.75 (197) 5.02 (128) 7.18 (182) 3.40 (86) 4.81 (122)
208 / 240 SF2150 9.75 (248) 6.68 (170) 8.00 (203) 3.60 (91) 6.30 (160)
15 11 400 / 480 SF4150 9.75 (248) 6.68 (170) 8.00 (203) 3.60 (91) 6.30 (160)
480 / 590 SF5150 9.75 (248) 6.68 (170) 8.00 (203) 3.60 (91) 6.30 (160)
208 / 240 SF2200 9.75 (248) 6.68 (170) 8.00 (203) 3.60 (91) 6.30 (160)
20 15 400 / 480 SF4200 9.75 (248) 6.68 (170) 8.00 (203) 3.60 (91) 6.30 (160)
480 / 590 SF5200 9.75 (248) 6.68 (170) 8.00 (203) 3.60 (91) 6.30 (160)
400 / 480 SF4250 9.75 (248) 6.68 (170) 8.00 (203) 3.60 (91) 6.30 (160)
25 18.5
480 / 590 SF5250 9.75 (248) 6.68 (170) 8.00 (203) 3.60 (91) 6.30 (160)
30 22 400 / 480 SF4300 9.75 (248) 6.68 (170) 8.00 (203) 3.60 (91) 6.30 (160)

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 2.1 SCF THROUGH-HOLE MOUNT DIMENSIONS

P
H

INPUT
HP kW MODEL H W D P
VOLTAGE
208 / 240 SF210YF 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.55 (116) 1.20 (30)
208 / 240 SF210F 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.55 (116) 1.20 (30)
1 0.75
400 / 480 SF410F 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.55 (116) 1.20 (30)
480 / 590 SF510F 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.55 (116) 1.20 (30)
208 / 240 SF215YF 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.75 (121) 1.20 (30)
1.5 1.1 208 / 240 SF215F 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.55 (116) 1.20 (30)
400 / 480 SF415F 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.55 (116) 1.20 (30)
208 / 240 SF220YF 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.75 (121) 1.20 (30)
208 / 240 SF220F 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.55 (116) 1.20 (30)
2 1.5
400 / 480 SF420F 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.55 (116) 1.20 (30)
480 / 590 SF520F 7.72 (196) 6.80 (173) 4.55 (116) 1.20 (30)
208 / 240 SF230YF 7.72 (196) 8.54 (217) 5.30 (135) 1.75 (44)
208 / 240 SF230F 7.72 (196) 8.54 (217) 5.10 (130) 1.75 (44)
3 2.2
400 / 480 SF430F 7.72 (196) 8.54 (217) 5.10 (130) 1.75 (44)
480 / 590 SF530F 7.72 (196) 8.54 (217) 5.30 (135) 1.75 (44)
208 / 240 SF250YF 9.59 (244) 11.14 (283) 7.65 (194) 3.60 (91)
208 / 240 SF250F 7.72 (196) 8.54 (217) 6.30 (160) 2.75 (70)
5 3.7
400 / 480 SF450F 7.72 (196) 8.54 (217) 6.30 (160) 2.75 (70)
480 / 590 SF550F 7.72 (196) 8.54 (217) 6.30 (160) 2.75 (70)
208 / 240 SF275F 11.59 (294) 11.14 (283) 7.65 (194) 3.60 (91)
7.5 5.5 400 / 480 SF475F 9.59 (244) 11.14 (283) 7.65 (194) 3.60 (91)
480 / 590 SF575F 9.59 (244) 11.14 (283) 7.65 (194) 3.60 (91)

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 INPUT
HP kW MODEL H W D P
VOLTAGE
208 / 240 SF2100F 15.59 (396) 11.14 (283) 7.65 (194) 3.60 (91)
10 7.5 400 / 480 SF4100F 11.59 (294) 11.14 (283) 7.65 (194) 3.60 (91)
480 / 590 SF5100F 11.59 (294) 11.14 (283) 7.65 (194) 3.60 (91)
208 / 240 SF2150F 18.09 (459) 11.14 (283) 8.29 (211) 3.60 (91)
15 11 400 / 480 SF4150F 15.59 (396) 11.14 (283) 8.29 (211) 3.60 (91)
480 / 590 SF5150F 15.59 (396) 11.14 (283) 8.29 (211) 3.60 (91)
400 / 480 SF4200F 18.09 (459) 11.14 (283) 8.29 (211) 3.60 (91)
20 15
480 / 590 SF5200F 18.09 (459) 11.14 (283) 8.29 (211) 3.60 (91)
400 / 480 SF4250F 28.50 (724) 10.34 (263) 8.39 (213) 3.70 (94)
25 18.5
480 / 590 SF5250F 28.50 (724) 10.34 (263) 8.39 (213) 3.70 (94)
NOTE: Refer to Appendix A for mounting template dimensions for the Through-hole Mount option.

3.0 SCF MODEL DESIGNATION CODE

The SCF model number gives a full description of the basic drive unit (see example below).
EXAMPLE: SF210Y (SCF Series, 208/240 Vac, 1 HP, single or three phase input)

SF 2 10 Y
Series:
SF = SCF Series Variable Speed AC Motor Drive
Input Voltage:
2 = 208/240 Vac (For 208, 230, and 240 Vac; 50 or 60 Hz)
4 = 400/480 Vac (For 380, 415, 440, 460 and 480 Vac; 50 or 60 Hz)
5 = 480/590 Vac (For 440, 460, 480, 575 and 600 Vac; 50 or 60 Hz)
Rating:
03 = ¼ HP (0.20 kW) 30 = 3 HP (2.2 kW) 200 = 20 HP (15 kW)
05 = ½ HP (0.37 kW) 50 = 5 HP (4.0 kW) 250 = 25 HP (18.5 kW)
10 = 1 HP (0.75 kW) 75 = 7½ HP (5.5 kW) 300 = 30 HP (22 kW)
15 = 1½ HP (1.1 kW) 100 = 10 HP (7.5 kW)
20 = 2 HP (1.5 kW) 150 = 15 HP (11 kW)
Input Phase:
Y = Single or three phase input.
No character indicates three phase input only
Mounting Style:
F = Through-hole mount with special heatsink
F1 = Through-hole mount without heatsink (customer supplies heatsink)
No character indicates panel or DIN rail mounting
Application Specific Options:
P = PI (setpoint control) software
V = High Frequency Output - up to 1000 Hz

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 4.0 SCF SPECIFICATIONS
Storage Temperature -20° to 70° C
Ambient Operating Temperature 0° to 50° C (derate 2.5% per °C above 50°)
Ambient Humidity < 95% (non-condensing)
Maximum Altitude 3300 ft (1000 m) above sea level (derate 5% per additional 3300 ft)
Input Line Voltages 208/240 Vac, 400/480 Vac, 480/590 Vac
Input Voltage Tolerance +10%, -15%
Input Frequency Tolerance 48 to 62 Hz
Output Wave Form Sine Coded PWM
Output Frequency 0 - 240 Hz (consult factory for higher output frequencies)
Carrier Frequency 4 kHz to 10 kHz (over 6 kHz requires derating; see parameter P02)
Service Factor 1.00 (up to 6 kHz carrier; derate above 6 kHz; see parameter P02)
Efficiency Up to 98%
Power Factor (displacement) 0.96 or better
Overload Current Capacity 150% for 60 seconds, 180% for 30 seconds
Speed Reference Follower 0-10 VDC, 4-20 mA
Control Voltage 15 VDC
Power Supply for Auxiliary Relays 50 mA at 12 VDC
Analog Output 0 - 10 VDC or 2 - 10 VDC: Proportional to frequency and load
Digital Outputs Open-collector outputs: 50 mA at 30 VDC

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 5.0 SCF RATINGS

MODEL FOR MOTORS INPUT (50-60 Hz) OUTPUT HEAT LOSS

NUMBER RATED (WATTS)
(NOTE 1) INPUT CURRENT POWER CURRENT (NOTE 5)
HP kW PHASE (AMPS) (kVA) (AMPS)
SF200Y SERIES (NOTE 2) 208 / 240 Vac 0 - 200 / 230 Vac STD THRU
SF203Y 0.25 0.20 1 3.6 / 3.2 0.76 1.6 / 1.4 19 N/A

SF203Y 0.25 0.20 3 1.9 / 1.7 0.71 1.6 / 1.4 19 N/A

SF205Y 0.5 0.37 1 5.4 / 4.7 1.2 2.5 / 2.2 26 N/A
SF205Y 0.5 0.37 3 3.1 / 2.7 1.1 2.5 / 2.2 26 N/A
SF210Y 1 0.75 1 10.6 / 9.2 2.2 4.8 / 4.2 49 18
SF210Y 1 0.75 3 5.8 / 5.1 2.1 4.8 / 4.2 49 18
SF215Y 1.5 1.1 1 13.9 / 12.0 2.9 6.9 / 6.0 82 23
SF215Y 1.5 1.1 3 8.0 / 6.9 2.9 6.9 / 6.0 82 23
SF220Y 2 1.5 1 14.8 / 12.9 3.1 7.8 / 6.8 86 26
SF220Y 2 1.5 3 9.1 / 7.9 3.2 7.8 / 6.8 86 26
SF230Y 3 2.2 1 19.7 / 17.1 4.1 11.0 / 9.6 130 29
SF230Y 3 2.2 3 12.4 / 10.8 4.4 11.0 / 9.6 130 29
SF250Y 5 3.7 1 29 / 26 6.1 17.5 / 15.2 212 40
SF250Y 5 3.7 3 19.6 / 17.1 7.1 17.5 / 15.2 212 40
SF200 SERIES (NOTE 2) 208 / 240 Vac 0 - 200 / 230 Vac
SF210 1 0.75 3 5.8 / 5.1 2.1 4.8 / 4.2 41 11
SF215 1.5 1.1 3 8.0 / 6.9 2.9 6.9 / 6.0 69 13
SF220 2 1.5 3 9.1 / 7.9 3.3 7.8 / 6.8 78 15
SF230 3 2.2 3 12.4 / 10.8 4.5 11.0 / 9.6 117 20
SF250 5 3.7 3 19.6 / 17.1 7.1 17.5 / 15.2 187 22
SF275 7.5 5.5 3 28 / 25 10.3 25 / 22 286 31
SF2100 10 7.5 3 34 / 32 13.1 30 / 28 379 39
SF2150 15 11 3 54 / 48 20.0 48 / 42 476 51
SF2200 20 15 3 65 / 61 25.4 58 / 54 648 N/A
NOTE 1: See Section 3.0 for model number breakdown.
NOTE 2: The higher current ratings are for 208 Vac input and the lower current ratings are for 240 Vac input.
NOTE 5: STD = standard unit; THRU = through-hole mount unit. Values are worst-case (not typical) for 6kHz carrier
frequency at full speed and full load.

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 MODEL FOR MOTORS INPUT (50-60 Hz) OUTPUT HEAT LOSS
NUMBER RATED (WATTS)
(NOTE 1) INPUT CURRENT POWER CURRENT (NOTE 5)
HP kW PHASE (AMPS) (kVA) (AMPS)
SF400 SERIES (NOTE 3) 400 / 480 Vac 0 - 400 / 460 Vac STD THRU
SF405 0.5 0.37 3 1.6 / 1.4 1.1 1.3 / 1.1 26 N/A
SF410 1 0.75 3 2.9 / 2.5 2.1 2.4 / 2.1 40 12
SF415 1.5 1.1 3 4.0 / 3.6 3.0 3.4 / 3.0 56 13
SF420 2 1.5 3 4.6 / 4.0 3.3 3.9 / 3.4 67 14
SF430 3 2.2 3 6.2 / 5.4 4.5 5.5 / 4.8 100 19
SF450 5 3.7 3 9.8 / 8.6 7.1 8.7 / 7.6 168 22
SF475 7.5 5.5 3 14.2 / 12.4 10.3 12.6 / 11.0 254 29
SF4100 10 7.5 3 18.1 / 15.8 13.1 16.1 / 14.0 310 37
SF4150 15 11 3 27 / 24 20.0 24 / 21 390 42
SF4200 20 15 3 35 / 31 25.8 31 / 27 530 57
SF4250 25 18.5 3 44 / 38 31.6 39 / 34 648 72
SF4300 30 22 3 52 / 45 37.4 46 / 40 770 N/A
SF500 SERIES (NOTE 4) 480 / 590 Vac 0 - 460 / 575 Vac
SF510 1 0.75 3 2.2 / 2.0 1.9 / 2.0 1.9 / 1.7 40 12
SF520 2 1.5 3 4.0 / 3.5 3.3 / 3.6 3.4 / 3.0 67 13
SF530 3 2.2 3 4.7 / 4.7 3.9 / 4.8 4.2 / 4.2 100 14
SF550 5 3.7 3 7.4 / 7.4 6.1 / 7.5 6.6 / 6.6 168 19
SF575 7.5 5.5 3 11.2 / 11.2 9.3 / 11.4 9.9 / 9.9 254 29
SF5100 10 7.5 3 13.7 / 13.7 11.4 / 14.0 12.2 / 12.2 310 37
SF5150 15 11 3 22 / 22 18.3 / 22.5 19.0 / 19.0 390 42
SF5200 20 15 3 27 / 27 22.4 / 27.6 24 / 24 530 57
SF5250 25 18.5 3 31 / 31 25.8 / 31.7 27 / 27 648 72
NOTE 1: See Section 3.0 for model number breakdown.
NOTE 3: The higher current ratings are for 400 Vac input and the lower current ratings are for 480 Vac input.
NOTE 4: The higher current ratings are for 480 Vac input and the lower current ratings are for 590 Vac input.
NOTE 5: STD = standard unit; THRU = through-hole mount unit. Values are worst-case (not typical) for 6kHz carrier
frequency at full speed and full load.

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 6.0 INSTALLATION

NOTE!
SCF drives are intended for inclusion within other equipment, by professional electrical
installers. They are not intended for stand-alone operation.

WARNING!
DRIVES MUST NOT BE INSTALLED WHERE SUBJECTED TO ADVERSE
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS SUCH AS: COMBUSTIBLE, OILY, OR HAZARDOUS
VAPORS OR DUST; EXCESSIVE MOISTURE OR DIRT; VIBRATION; EXCESSIVE
AMBIENT TEMPERATURES. CONSULT AC TECHNOLOGY FOR MORE INFORMATION
ON THE SUITABILITY OF A DRIVE TO A PARTICULAR ENVIRONMENT.

SCF models are suitable for UL pollution degree 2 environment only, and MUST be installed
in an electrical enclosure which will provide complete mechanical protection and will maintain
the internal temperature within the drive’s ambient operating temperature rating. All drive
models MUST be mounted in a vertical position for proper heatsink cooling.

Maintain a minimum spacing around the drive of at least 1 inch (25 mm) on each side and 2
inches (50 mm) on the top and bottom for units rated up to 5 HP (3.7 kW). For units rated
7.5 - 30 HP (5.5 - 22 kW), maintain at least 2 inches (50 mm) on each side and 4 inches (100
mm) on the top and bottom. Allow more spacing if the drive is mounted next to other heat-
producing equipment. Do not mount drives above other drives or heat producing equipment.
Fans or blowers should be used to insure proper cooling in tight quarters.

In order to properly size an enclosure, the heat generated by the drive(s) must be known. Refer
to the HEAT LOSS columns in Section 5.0 - SCF RATINGS. The STD column is for standard
units, and the THRU column is for through-hole mount units (drives with the through-hole
mount option still generate some heat inside the enclosure that must be taken into account).
An enclosure manufacturer can then determine the required enclosure size based on the total
heat generated inside the enclosure (from the drive(s) and other heat sources), the maximum
allowable temperature inside the enclosure, the maximum ambient temperature outside the
enclosure, and the enclosure properties.

The SCF Series is UL approved for solid state motor overload protection. Therefore, a separate
thermal overload relay is not required for single motor applications.

6.1 INSTALLATION AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF STORAGE

WARNING!
Severe damage to the drive can result if it is operated after a long period of storage or
inactivity without reforming the DC bus capacitors!

If input power has not been applied to the drive for a period of time exceeding three years
(due to storage, etc), the electrolytic DC bus capacitors within the drive can change internally,
resulting in excessive leakage current. This can result in premature failure of the capacitors
if the drive is operated after such a long period of inactivity or storage.

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 In order to reform the capacitors and prepare the drive for operation after a long period of
inactivity, apply input power to the drive for 8 hours prior to actually operating the motor.

6.2 EXPLOSION PROOF APPLICATIONS

Explosion proof motors that are not rated for inverter use lose their certification when used
for variable speed. Due to the many areas of liability that may be encountered when dealing
with these applications, the following statement of policy applies:

“AC Technology Corporation inverter products are sold with no warranty of fitness for a
particular purpose or warranty of suitability for use with explosion proof motors. AC Technology
Corporation accepts no responsibility for any direct, incidental or consequential loss, cost, or
damage that may arise through the use of its AC inverter products in these applications. The
purchaser expressly agrees to assume all risk of any loss, cost, or damage that may arise
from such application."

7.0 INPUT AC POWER REQUIREMENTS

WARNING!
Hazard of electrical shock! Capacitors retain charge after power is removed. Disconnect
incoming power and wait until the voltage between terminals B+ and B- is 0 VDC before
servicing the drive.

The input voltage must match the nameplate voltage rating of the drive. Voltage fluctuation
must not vary by greater than 10% overvoltage or 15% undervoltage.

NOTE: Drives with dual input voltage ratings must be programmed for the proper supply
voltage (refer to Parameter 01 - LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION in Section 15.0 - DESCRIPTION
OF PARAMETERS).

The drive is suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than 5,000 RMS
symmetrical amperes at 5 HP (3.7 kW) and below, and 18,000 RMS symmetrical amperes at
7.5 HP (5.5 kW) and above, at the drive’s rated voltage.

If the kVA rating of the AC supply transformer is greater than 10 times the input kVA rating
of the drive(s), an isolation transformer or 2-3% input line reactor must be added to the line
side of the drive(s).

Three phase voltage imbalance must be less than 2.0% phase to phase. Excessive phase to
phase imbalance can cause severe damage to the drive’s power components.

Motor voltage should match line voltage in normal applications. The drive’s maximum output
voltage will equal the input voltage. Use extreme caution when using a motor with a voltage
rating which is different from the input line voltage.

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 7.1 INPUT VOLTAGE RATINGS

SF200 Series drives are rated for 208/240 Vac, three phase, 50-60 Hz input. The drive will
function with input voltages of 208 to 240 Vac (+ 10%, - 15%), at 48 to 62 Hz.

SF200Y Series drives are rated for 208/240 Vac, single or three phase, 50-60 Hz input. The
drive will function with input voltage of 208 to 240 Vac (+10%, -15%), at 48 to 62 Hz.

SF400 Series drives are rated for 400/480 Vac three phase, 50-60 Hz input. The drive will
function with input voltages of 400 to 480 Vac (+ 10%, - 15%), at 48 to 62 Hz.

SF500 Series drives are rated for 480/590 Vac, three phase, 50-60 Hz input, and will function
with input voltages of 480 to 590 Vac (+ 10%, - 15%), at 48 to 62 Hz.

NOTE: Parameter 01 - LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION must be programmed according to the

applied input voltage. See Section 15.0 - DESCRIPTION OF PARAMETERS.

7.2 INPUT FUSING AND DISCONNECT REQUIREMENTS

A circuit breaker or a disconnect switch with fuses must be provided in accordance with the
National Electric Code (NEC) and all local codes. Refer to the following tables for proper
fuse/circuit breaker ratings and wire sizes.
NOTE 1: Applicable national and local electrical codes take precedence over recommendations
in the following tables.

INPUT FUSE & CIRCUIT BREAKER RATINGS

208/240 Vac, 1 phase 208/240 Vac, 3 phase 400/480 Vac, 3 phase 480/590 Vac, 3 phase
MODEL RATING MODEL RATING MODEL RATING MODEL RATING
SF203Y 10 A SF203Y 10 A
SF205Y 10 A SF205(Y) 10 A SF405 10 A
SF210Y 15 A SF210(Y) 10 A SF410 10 A SF510 10 A
SF215Y 20 A SF215(Y) 12 / 10 A SF415 10 A
SF220Y 25 / 20 A SF220(Y) 15 / 12 A SF420 10 A SF520 10 A
SF230Y 30 / 25 A SF230(Y) 20 / 15 A SF430 10 A SF530 10 A
SF250Y 45 / 40 A SF250(Y) 30 / 25 A SF450 15 A SF550 12 A
SF275 45 / 40 A SF475 20 A SF575 20 A
SF2100 50 / 50 A SF4100 30 / 25 A SF5100 20 A
SF2150 80 / 75 A SF4150 40 / 35 A SF5150 30 A
SF2200 100 / 90 A SF4200 50 / 45 A SF5200 40 A
SF4250 70 / 60 A SF5250 45 A
SF4300 80 / 70 A

NOTE 2: Use UL Class CC fast-acting, current limiting type fuses. Select fuses with low
I 2 T values, rated at 200,000 AIC. Recommended fuses are Bussman KTK-R, JJN, and JJS.
Similar fuses with equivalent ratings by other manufacturers may also be acceptable.

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 WIRE SIZE REQUIREMENTS
208/240 Vac, 1 phase 208/240 Vac, 3 phase 400/480 Vac, 3 phase 480/590 Vac, 3 phase
MODEL AWG mm 2
MODEL AWG mm 2
MODEL AWG mm 2
MODEL AWG mm2
SF203Y 14 1.5 SF203Y 14 1.5
SF205Y 14 1.5 SF205Y 14 1.5 SF405 14 1.5
SF210Y 12 1.5 SF210(Y) 14 1.5 SF410 14 1.5 SF510 14 1.5
SF215Y 12 2.5 SF215(Y) 14 1.5 SF415 14 1.5
SF220Y 10 2.5 SF220(Y) 12 2.5 SF420 14 1.5 SF520 14 1.5
SF230Y 10 4.0 SF230(Y) 10 4.0 SF430 14 1.5 SF530 14 1.5
SF250Y 10 6.0 SF250(Y) 8 6.0 SF450 14 1.5 SF550 14 1.5
SF275 8 6.0 SF475 12 2.5 SF575 14 1.5
SF2100 8 10 SF4100 10 4.0 SF5100 12 2.5
SF2150 6 16 SF4150 8 6.0 SF5150 10 4.0
SF2200 4 25 SF4200 8 10 SF5200 8 6.0
SF4250 6 16 SF5250 8 10
SF4300 6 16

8.0 POWER WIRING

WARNING!
Hazard of electrical shock! Capacitors retain charge after power is removed. Disconnect
incoming power and wait until the voltage between terminals B+ and B- is 0 VDC before
servicing the drive.

Note drive input and output current ratings and check applicable electrical codes for required
wire type and size, grounding requirements, over-current protection, and incoming power
disconnect, before wiring the drive. Size conservatively to minimize voltage drop.

Refer to Section 9.0 - SCF POWER WIRING DIAGRAM for information on torque and wire
stripping requirements for power wiring.

Input fusing and a power disconnect switch or contactor MUST be wired in series with terminals
L1, L2, and L3 for three phase input models. For 208/240 Vac single phase input models, use
terminals L1 and L2. This disconnect must be used to power down the drive when servicing,
or when the drive is not to be operated for a long period of time, but should not be used to
start and stop the motor.

Repetitive cycling of a disconnect or input contactor (more than once every two minutes)
may cause damage to the drive.

8.1 WIRING FOR SINGLE PHASE OR THREE PHASE INPUT

If the drive is rated for single and three phase input (SF200Y models), wire to terminals L1 and
L2 for single phase input, or wire to terminals L1, L2, and L3 for three phase input.

If the drive is rated for three phase input, wire the input to terminals L1, L2, and L3.

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 All three power output wires, from terminals T1, T2, and T3 to the motor, must be kept tightly
bundled and run in a separate conduit away from all other power and control wiring.

It is not recommended to install contactors or disconnect switches between the drive and motor.
Operating such devices while the drive is running can potentially cause damage to the drive's
power components. If such a device is required, it should only be operated when the drive is
in a STOP state. If there is potential for the device to be opened while the drive is running, the
drive must be programmed for COAST to stop (see Parameter 4 - STOP METHOD), and an
auxiliary contact on the device must be interlocked with the drive's run circuit. This will give
the drive a stop command at the same time the device opens, and will not allow the drive to
start again until the device is closed.

9.0 SCF POWER WIRING DIAGRAM

THREE PHASE INPUT
(SF200, SF200Y, SF400, SINGLE PHASE INPUT
AND SF500 SERIES) (SF200Y SERIES)

OUTPUT (ALL SERIES)

T1 T2 T3 B- B+
L1 L2 L3 L1 L2 L3

0.25 - 5 HP 7.5 - 10 HP 15 - 30 HP
(0.37 - 3.7 kW) (5.5 - 7.5 kW) (11 - 22 kW)

4.5 lb-in / 0.5 Nm 10 lb-in / 1.2 Nm 18 lb-in / 2.0 Nm

+
0.24 in / 6 mm 0.35 in / 9 mm 0.5 in / 13 mm
3 PHASE DC BUS
AC MOTOR VOLTAGE

WARNING!
Do not connect incoming AC power to output terminals T1, T2, or T3. Severe damage to
the drive will result.

NOTES:
1. WIRE AND GROUND IN ACCORDANCE WITH NEC OR CEC, AND ALL APPLICABLE
LOCAL CODES.
2. Motor wires MUST be run in a separate steel conduit away from control wiring and incoming
AC power wiring.
3. Do not install contactors between the drive and the motor without consulting AC Technology
for more information. Failure to do so may result in drive damage.
4. Use only UL and CSA listed and approved wire.
5. Minimum wire voltage ratings: 300 V for 208 and 240 Vac systems, and 600 V for 400,
480, and 590 Vac systems.
6. Wire gauge must be based on a minimum of 125% of the rated input/output current of the
drive, and a minimum 75°C insulation rating. Use copper wire only.

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 10.0 CONTROL WIRING

10.1 CONTROL WIRING VS. POWER WIRING

External control wiring MUST be run in a separate conduit away from all other input and output
power wiring. If control wiring is not kept separate from power wiring, electrical noise may be
generated on the control wiring that will cause erratic drive behavior. Use twisted wires or
shielded cable grounded at the drive chassis ONLY. Recommended control wire is Belden
8760 (2-wire) or 8770 (3-wire), or equivalent.

Strip off 0.20 to 0.25 inches (5 to 6 mm) of insulation for control wiring, and torque the terminals
to 2 lb-in (0.2 Nm). Be careful not to overtorque the terminals, as this will cause damage to
the terminal strip. This is not covered under warranty and can only be repaired by replacing
the control board.

10.2 TB-2: CIRCUIT COMMON

The TB-2 terminals are used as circuit common for the start/stop, forward/reverse, input select,
local/remote, analog input, and analog output functions. There are three TB-2 terminals
available on the terminal strip, and they are all internally connected to each other on the main
control board. If necessary TB-2 may be connected to chassis ground.
NOTE: TB-2 must be connected to chassis ground when using serial communications.

10.3 SURGE SUPPRESION ON RELAYS

Current and voltage surges and spikes in the coils of contactors, relays, solenoids, etc, near
or connected to the drive, can cause erratic drive operation. Therefore, a snubber circuit
should be used on coils associated with the drive. For AC coils, snubbers should consist of
a resistor and a capacitor in series across the coil. For DC coils, a free-wheeling or flyback
diode should be placed across the coil. Snubbers are typically available from the manufacturer
of the device.

10.4 START/STOP CONTROL

There are various control schemes that allow for 2-wire and 3-wire Start/Stop circuits. Refer
to the wiring diagrams in Section 11.0 - SCF CONTROL WIRING DIAGRAMS

10.5 SPEED REFERENCE SIGNALS

The drive allows for three analog speed reference inputs:

SPEED POT Connect the wiper of a speed pot to terminal TB-5, and connect the high and
low end leads to terminals TB-6 and TB-2, respectively. The speed pot can be
2.5kΩ up to 10kΩ.

0-10 VDC Wire the positive to terminal TB-5 and the negative to terminal TB-2. TB-5 input
impedance is 120 kilohms.

4-20 mA Wire the positive to terminal TB-25 and the negative to terminal TB-2. TB-25 input
impedance is 100 ohms.

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 10.6 SPEED REFERENCE SELECTION

If an analog speed reference input is used to control the drive speed, terminal TB-13A, 13B,
or 13C (Parameter 10, 11, or 12) may be programmed as the input select for the desired
analog input signal. When that TB-13 terminal is then closed to TB-2, the drive will follow
the selected analog speed reference input.

If an analog speed reference input is not selected on the terminal strip using TB-13A, 13B,
or 13C, speed control will default to STANDARD mode, which is governed by the setting of
Parameter 05 - STANDARD SPEED SOURCE. The STANDARD SPEED SOURCE can be
the  and  buttons on the front of the drive, PRESET SPEED #1 (Parameter 31), a 0-10
VDC signal, or a 4-20 mA signal.

0 - 10 VDC and 4 - 20 mA INPUT SIGNALS

TB-13A, TB-13B, and TB-13C can all be programmed to select a 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA analog
speed reference input.

PRESET SPEEDS

TB-13A can be programmed to select PRESET SPEED #1, TB-13B to select PRESET SPEED
#2, and TB-13C to select PRESET SPEED #3. There are a total of seven preset speeds,
which are activated by different combinations of contact closures between TB-13A, 13B, 13C
and TB-2. Refer to Parameters 31-37 in Section 15.0 - DESCRIPTION OF PARAMETERS.

JOG

TB-13B can be programmed to select either JOG FORWARD or JOG REVERSE. The Jog
speed is set by PRESET SPEED #2. Close TB-13B to TB-2 to JOG, and open the contact
to STOP.

WARNING!
When operating in JOG mode, the STOP terminal (TB-1) and the STOP key (on the optional
remote keypad) WILL NOT stop the drive. To stop the drive, remove the JOG command.
JOG REVERSE will operate the drive in reverse rotation even if ROTATION DIRECTION
(Parameter 17) is set to FORWARD ONLY.

NOTE: If the drive is commanded to JOG while running, the drive will enter JOG mode and
run at PRESET SPEED #2. When the JOG command is removed, the drive will STOP.

MOTOR OPERATED POT (MOP) / FLOATING POINT CONTROL

TB-13B and TB-13C are used for this function, which controls the drive speed using contacts
wired to the terminal strip. Program TB-13B for DECREASE FREQ (05), and program TB-
13C for INCREASE FREQ (05). Closing TB-13B to TB-2 will cause the speed setpoint to
decrease until the contact is opened. Closing TB-13C to TB-2 will cause the speed setpoint
to increase until the contact is opened. The INCREASE FREQ function will only operate
while the drive is running.

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 NOTE: If TB-13A, TB-13B, and TB-13C are all programmed to select speed references,
and two or three of the terminals are closed to TB-2, the higher terminal has priority and will
override the others. For example, if TB-13A is programmed to select 0-10VDC, and TB-13C
is programmed to select PRESET SPEED #3, closing both terminals to TB-2 will cause the
drive to respond to PRESET SPEED #3, because TB-13C overrides TB-13A.

The exception to this is the MOP function, which requires the use of TB-13B and TB-13C.
This leaves TB-13A to be used for some other function. If TB-13A is programmed for a speed
reference, and TB-13A is closed to TB-2, TB-13A will override the MOP function.

10.7 ANALOG OUTPUT SIGNALS

Terminal TB-30 can provide a 0-10 VDC or a 2-10 VDC signal proportional to output frequency
or load, and TB-31 can provide the same signals proportional to load only. The 2-10 VDC
signal can be converted to a 4-20 mA signal using a resistor in series with the signal such
that the total load resistance is 500 Ohms. Refer to Parameters 08 and 09 in Section 15.0
- DESCRIPTION OF PARAMETERS.

NOTE: These analog output signals cannot be used with “loop-powered” devices that derive
power from a 4-20 mA signal.

10.8 DRIVE STATUS DIGITAL OUTPUTS

There are two open-collector outputs at terminals TB-14 and TB-15. The open-collector circuits
are current-sinking types rated at 30 VDC and 50 mA maximum.

The open-collector outputs can be programmed to indicate any of the following: RUN, FAULT,
INVERSE FAULT, FAULT LOCKOUT, AT SPEED, ABOVE PRESET SPEED #3, CURRENT
LIMIT, AUTO SPEED MODE, and REVERSE. Refer to Parameters 06 and 13 in Section 15.0
- DESCRIPTION OF PARAMETERS.

The diagram below illustrates how the 12 VDC power supply at TB-11 can be used with the
open- collector output to drive an external relay:

DIODE SNUBBER
(1N4148 or Equivalent)
SCF TERMINAL STRIP

TB-11

RELAY COIL

TB-14

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 11.0 SCF CONTROL WIRING DIAGRAMS

11.1 SCF TERMINAL STRIP

Shown below is the terminal strip on the main control board, along with a brief description of
the function of each terminal.

The TB-2 terminals are internally connected to each other

1 2 5 6 11 12 2 14 13A 13B 13C 15 25 2 30 31 TXA TXB

12 VDC SUPPLY (50 mA MAX)

OPEN-COLLECTOR OUTPUT

CIRCUIT COMMON

0-10 OR 2-10 VDC OUTPUT: LOAD

0-10 VDC SPEED REFERENCE INPUT

TB-13A FUNCTION SELECT

OPEN-COLLECTOR OUTPUT

0-10 OR 2-10 VDC OUTPUT: FREQ. OR LOAD

10 VDC SUPPLY FOR SPEED POT

CIRCUIT COMMON

4-20 mA SPEED REFERENCE INPUT

START

TB-13B FUNCTION SELECT

CIRCUIT COMMON
STOP

TB-13C FUNCTION SELECT

RS-485 SERIAL
COMMUNICATIONS

NOTE: The function of terminals TB-13A, TB-13B, TB-13C, TB-14, TB-15, TB-30, and
TB-31 are dependent on the programming of certain parameters. Refer to Section 15.0
- DESCRIPTION OF PARAMETERS.

Additional information on operating the drive from the terminal strip can be found in Section
10.0. The following diagrams provide a quick reference to wire the drive for the most common
configurations.

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 11.2 TWO-WIRE START/STOP CONTROL

Shown below is the wiring diagram for a typical two-wire start/stop control scheme, using one
maintained contact (such as that from a PLC) for RUN and STOP commands.

The TB-2 terminals are internally connected to each other

1 2 5 6 11 12 2 14 13A 13B 13C 15 25 2 30 31 TXA TXB

FORWARD
STOP

0-10 VDC INPUT

COMMON

REVERSE

4-20 mA INPUT
0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA SELECT
COMMON

COMMON

MAINTAINED
RUN/STOP
CONTACT

NOTES:
1. Close TB-1 to TB-2 to RUN, and open TB-1 to TB-2 to STOP.
2. If reverse direction is also required, ROTATION DIRECTION (Parameter 17) must be set
to FORWARD AND REVERSE (02), and TB-13A (Parameter 10) must be set to START
REVERSE (06). If reverse direction is not required, TB-12 must be wired directly to
TB-2.

3. For 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA speed control, use one of the following methods:
1. Program one of the TB-13 terminals (13A, 13B, or 13C) for 0-10 VDC (02) or 4-20 mA
(03). When that TB-13 terminal is closed to TB-2, the drive will respond to the selected
speed reference signal. If that TB-13 terminal is not closed to TB-2, the drive will
respond to the speed control source selected in Parameter 05 - STANDARD SPEED
SOURCE. This method must be used if it is necessary to toggle between two speed
sources.
2. Program Parameter 05 - STANDARD SPEED SOURCE for 0-10 VDC (03) or 4-20 mA
(04). This method is preferable if only one speed source is required, as this method
leaves the TB-13 terminals free to be used for other functions.

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 11.3 ALTERNATE TWO-WIRE START/STOP CONTROL

Shown below is the wiring diagram for an alternate two-wire start/stop control scheme,
using one maintained contact for RUN FORWARD and another maintained contact for RUN
REVERSE.

The TB-2 terminals are internally connected to each other

1 2 5 6 11 12 2 14 13A 13B 13C 15 25 2 30 31 TXA TXB

0-10 VDC INPUT

0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA SELECT

RUN FWD
STOP

4-20 mA INPUT
COMMON
COMMON

RUN REV
COMMON

NOTES:
1. For this control scheme, TB-13A MUST be set to RUN REVERSE (05), even if REVERSE
direction is not required. Refer to Parameter 10 - TB13A FUNCTION.
2. Close TB-12 to TB-2 to RUN, and open TB-12 to TB-2 to STOP.
3. If reverse direction is also required, ROTATION DIRECTION (Parameter 17) must be set
to FORWARD AND REVERSE (02). Close TB-13A to TB-2 to RUN in REVERSE, and
open TB-13A to TB-2 to STOP. If TB-12 and TB-13A are closed to TB-2, the drive will
STOP.
4. For 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA speed control, use one of the following methods:
1. Program one of the TB-13 terminals (13A, 13B, or 13C) for 0-10 VDC (02) or 4-20 mA
(03). When that TB-13 terminal is closed to TB-2, the drive will respond to the selected
speed reference signal. If that TB-13 terminal is not closed to TB-2, the drive will
respond to the speed control source selected in Parameter 05 - STANDARD SPEED
SOURCE. This method must be used if it is necessary to toggle between two speed
sources.
2. Program Parameter 05 - STANDARD SPEED SOURCE for 0-10 VDC (03) or 4-20 mA
(04). This method is preferable if only one speed source is required, as this method
leaves the TB-13 terminals free to be used for other functions.

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 11.4 THREE-WIRE START/STOP CONTROL

Shown below is the wiring diagram for a typical three-wire start/stop control scheme, using
momentary contacts (such as pushbuttons) for START and STOP commands.

The TB-2 terminals are internally connected to each other

1 2 5 6 11 12 2 14 13A 13B 13C 15 25 2 30 31 TXA TXB

0-10 VDC INPUT
COMMON

REVERSE

0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA SELECT

FORWARD

4-20 mA INPUT

COMMON
STOP

COMMON

MOMENTARY MOMENTARY
STOP CONTACT START CONTACT

NOTES:

1. Momentarily close TB-12 to TB-2 to START the drive, and momentarily open TB-1 to TB-2
to STOP the drive.

2. If reverse direction is also required, ROTATION DIRECTION (Parameter 17) must be set
to FORWARD AND REVERSE (02), and TB-13A (Parameter 10) must be set to START
REVERSE (06). If the FWD/REV switch is changed while the drive is running, the drive
will not change direction until the START button is pushed. If reverse direction is not
required, the other side of the START pushbutton must be wired directly to TB-
12.

3. For 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA speed control, use one of the following methods:
1. Program one of the TB-13 terminals (13A, 13B, or 13C) for 0-10 VDC (02) or 4-20 mA
(03). When that TB-13 terminal is closed to TB-2, the drive will respond to the selected
speed reference signal. If that TB-13 terminal is not closed to TB-2, the drive will
respond to the speed control source selected in Parameter 05 - STANDARD SPEED
SOURCE. This method must be used if it is necessary to toggle between two speed
sources.
2. Program Parameter 05 - STANDARD SPEED SOURCE for 0-10 VDC (03) or 4-20 mA
(04). This method is preferable if only one speed source is required, as this method
leaves the TB-13 terminals free to be used for other functions.

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 11.5 SPEED POT AND PRESET SPEED CONTROL

Shown below is the wiring for SPEED POT and/or PRESET SPEED control, and either a
two-wire or three-wire start/stop circuit:

The TB-2 terminals are internally connected to each other

1 2 5 6 11 12 2 14 13A 13B 13C 15 25 2 30 31 TXA TXB

START
0-10 VDC INPUT

COMMON
COMMON
STOP

10 VDC SUPPLY

PRESET SPEED SELECT

PRESET SPEED SELECT

PRESET SPEED SELECT

2.5k - 10kΩ

NOTES:

1. Program the PRESET SPEEDS (Parameters 31-37) to the desired values.

2. Program TB-13A (Parameter 10) to PRESET SPEED #1 (04), TB-13B (Parameter 11) to
PRESET SPEED #2 (04), and TB-13C (Parameter 12) to PRESET SPEED #3 (04). To
select a preset speed, close the appropriate TB-13 terminal(s) to TB-2 (refer to Parameters
31-37 for the Preset Speed Activation table).

3. If reverse rotation is also required, TB-13A cannot be used as a PRESET SPEED SELECT.
TB-13A must be programmed to select RUN REVERSE (05) or START REVERSE (06),
leaving only TB-13B and TB-13C to select preset speeds.

4. For speed pot control, program Parameter 05 - STANDARD SPEED SOURCE for 0-10
VDC (03). If none of the preset speeds are selected (all of the TB-13 terminals are open),
the drive will respond to the speed pot.

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 12.0 INITIAL POWER UP AND MOTOR ROTATION

WARNING!
DO NOT connect incoming AC power to output terminals T1, T2, and T3! Severe damage
to the drive will result. Do not continuously cycle input power to the drive more than once
every two minutes. Damage to the drive will result.

WARNING!
Hazard of electrical shock! Wait three minutes after disconnecting incoming power before
servicing drive. Capacitors retain charge after power is removed.

WARNING!
Severe damage to the drive can result if it is operated after a long period of storage or
inactivity without reforming the DC bus capacitors!

If input power has not been applied to the drive for a period of time exceeding three years
(due to storage, etc), the electrolytic DC bus capacitors within the drive can change internally,
resulting in excessive leakage current. This can result in premature failure of the capacitors
if the drive is operated after such a long period of inactivity or storage.

In order to reform the capacitors and prepare the drive for operation after a long period of
inactivity, apply input power to the drive for 8 hours prior to actually operating the motor.

Before attempting to operate the drive, motor, and driven equipment, be sure all procedures
pertaining to installation and wiring have been properly followed.

Disconnect the driven load from the motor. Verify that the drive input terminals (L1, L2, and
L3) are wired to the proper input voltage per the nameplate rating of the drive.

Energize the incoming power line. The LED display will flash a three digit number (312 in the
example below) that identifies the parameter version contained in the drive. The display should
then read “- - -”, which indicates that the drive is in a STOP condition. This is shown below:

Apply input power

Display flashes parameter
version (300-399)
Display then reads "- - -"

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 Follow the procedure below to check the motor rotation. This procedure assumes that the
drive has been powered up for the first time, and that none of the parameters have been
changed.

1. Use the  button to decrease the speed setpoint to 00.0 Hz. The left decimal point will
illuminate as the speed setpoint is decreased. If the  button is held down, the speed
setpoint will decrease by tenths of Hz until the next whole Hz is reached, and then it will
decrease by one Hz increments. Otherwise, each push of the  button will decrease the
speed setpoint by a tenth of a Hz.

Once 00.0 Hz is reached, the display will toggle between “00.0” and “- - -”, which indicates
that the drive is in a STOP condition with a speed setpoint of 00.0 Hz.

2. Give the drive a START command. This can be done using one of several wiring methods
described in Section 11.0 - SCF CONTROL WIRING DIAGRAMS. Once the START
command is issued, the display will read “00.0”, indicating that the drive is in a RUN
condition with a speed setpoint of 00.0 Hz.

3. Use the  button to increase the speed setpoint until the motor starts to rotate. The left
decimal point will light as the speed setpoint is increased. If the  button is held down, the
speed setpoint will increase by tenths of Hz until the next whole Hz is reached, and then
it will increase by one Hz increments. Otherwise, each push of the button will increase
the speed setpoint by a tenth of a Hz.

4. If the motor is rotating in the wrong direction, give the drive a STOP command and remove
power from the drive. Wait three minutes for the bus capacitors to discharge, and swap
any two of the motor wires connected to T1, T2, and T3.

NOTE: The drive is phase insensitive with respect to incoming line voltage. This means
that the drive will operate with any phase sequence of the incoming three phase voltage.
Therefore, to change the motor rotation, the phases must be swapped at the drive output
terminals or at the motor.

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 13.0 PROGRAMMING THE SCF DRIVE
The drive may be programmed by one of three methods: using the three buttons and 3-digit
LED display on the front of the drive, programming the Electronic Programming Module (EPM)
using the optional EPM Programmer, and through a serial link using serial communications.
This section describes programming the drive using the buttons and display, which are shown
below:

BUTTONS DISPLAY

Mode

To enter the PROGRAM mode to access the parameters, press the Mode button. This will
activate the PASSWORD prompt (if the password has not been disabled). The display will
read “00” and the upper right-hand decimal point will be blinking, as shown below:

Press Mode

Display reads "00"

Upper right decimal point blinks

Use the  and  buttons to scroll to the password value (the factory default password is “225”)
and press the Mode button. Once the correct password value is entered, the display will read
"P01", which indicates that the PROGRAM mode has been accessed at the beginning of the
parameter menu (P01 is the first parameter). This is shown below:

Use  and  to scroll to the

password value

Press Mode to enter password

Parameter menu is accessed at the

first parameter

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 NOTE: If the display flashes “Er”, the password was incorrect, and the process to enter the
password must be repeated.

Use the  and  buttons to scroll to the desired parameter number. In the example below,
Parameter 19 is being displayed, which is the ACCELERATION TIME of the drive:

Use  and  to scroll to the desired

parameter number (the example is
Parameter 19 - ACCELERATION
TIME)

Once the desired parameter number is found, press the Mode button to display the present
parameter setting. The upper right-hand decimal point will begin blinking, indicating that the
present parameter setting is being displayed, and that it can be changed by using the  and
 buttons.

Press Mode to display present

parameter setting (example
setting is 20.0)

Upper right decimal point blinks

Use  and  to change setting

(example setting changed to 30.0)

Press Mode to store new setting

Pressing the Mode will store the new setting and also exit the PROGRAM mode. To change
another parameter, press the Mode key again to re-enter the PROGRAM mode (the parameter
menu will be accessed at the parameter that was last viewed or changed before exiting). If
the Mode key is pressed within two minutes of exiting the PROGRAM mode, the password
is not required access the parameters. After two minutes, the password must be entered in
order to access the parameters again.

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 13.1 SETTING VALUES IN TENTHS OF UNITS ABOVE 100

Parameter settings and the keypad speed command can always be adjusted in tenths of unit
increments from 0.0 to 99.9. Above 100 however, values can be set in whole units or tenths
of units, depending on the setting of Parameter 16 - UNITS EDITING.

If Parameter 16 - UNITS EDITING is set to WHOLE UNITS (02), parameter values and the
keypad speed command can only be adjusted by whole unit increments above 100. For
example, Parameter 19 - ACCELERATION TIME could not be set to 243.7 seconds. It could
only be set to 243 or 244 seconds. Likewise, the keypad speed command (set using the 
and  buttons) could not be set to 113.4 Hz. It could only be set to 113 or 114 Hz.

If, however, Parameter 16 - UNITS EDITING is set to TENTHS OF UNITS (01), parameter
values and the keypad speed command can be adjusted in tenths of unit increments up to a
value of 1000 (above 1000, whole unit increments only). Each push of the  or  button will
adjust the value by one tenth of a unit. If the  or  button is pressed and held, the value
will increment by tenths of units until the next whole unit is reached, and then the value will
increment by whole units.

When a value above 100 is being adjusted by tenths of units, the value is shifted to the left
by one digit so that the tenths portion of the value can be displayed. This results in the first
digit (reading from left to right) of the value disappearing from the display. Also, the lower
decimal point will blink to indicate that the actual value is above 100. Once the value is no
longer being adjusted, the value will shift back to the right and the tenths portion of the value
will disappear.

In the example below, Parameter 19 - ACCELERATION TIME is presently set to 243.0 seconds,
and is being increased to 243.7 seconds.

Go to Parameter 19 and press Mode

to see present setting ("243" seconds)

Upper right decimal point blinks

Press  button to see tenths portion

Value shifts to the left ("2" disappears)

Upper right decimal point and lower
decimal point blink

Press  button to scroll up to "43.7"

Press Mode to store new value

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 13.2 ELECTRONIC PROGRAMMING MODULE (EPM)

Every SCF Series drive has an Electronic Programming Module (EPM) installed on the main
control board. The EPM stores the user’s parameter settings and special OEM default settings
(if programmed). The EPM is removable, allowing it to be installed in another drive for quick
set-up. For example, if a drive is being replaced with a new one, the EPM can be taken out
of the first drive and installed in the new drive. Downtime is minimized because the new drive
does not require programming - it is ready to run when the EPM is installed.

The SCF Series drive contains two or three sets of parameter values, depending on whether
the drive has been programmed with optional OEM default settings. The first set of values
is the factory default settings, which are permanently stored on the main control board and
cannot be changed. The second set of values is the user settings, which are stored in the
EPM. When the drive leaves the factory, the user settings are the same as the factory default
settings, but the user settings can be changed to configure the drive for a particular application.
The optional third set of values is the OEM default settings, which are also stored in the EPM.
OEM default settings are typically used in cases where many drives are used for the same
application, which requires that all of the drives have the same parameter settings. The OEM
default settings cannot be changed without the optional EPM Programmer. The drive can
be programmed to operate according to the user settings or the OEM default settings (see
Parameter 48 in Section 15.0).

NOTE: The drive will not operate without the EPM installed. The drive will display “F1” if the
EPM is missing or damaged.

WARNING!
Do not remove the EPM while power is applied to the drive. Damage to the EPM and/or
drive may result.

An EPM Programmer is available as an option from AC Tech, which has the ability to quickly
and easily program many SC Series drives for the same configuration. Once a “master” EPM
is programmed with the desired parameter settings, the EPM Programmer can copy those
settings to other EPMs, allowing many drives to be configured very quickly. Please consult
the EPM Programmer Instruction Manual or contact the factory for more information.

If the OEM settings in the EPM become corrupted, the drive will operate normally, until an
attempt is made to perform a RESET OEM using Parameter 48 - PROGRAM SELECTION.
The drive will then flash “GF” to indicate that the OEM settings are no longer valid. This will
require that the EPM be re-programmed using the optional EPM Programmer.

If the OEM settings and the user settings are both corrupted, the drive will display “GF”
immediately and the drive will require a RESET 60 or RESET 50 using Parameter 48
- PROGRAM SELECTION. Once the RESET is performed, the parameters can then be
programmed individually to match the OEM default settings. This will allow the drive to operate
as if it were in OEM mode, even though it is actually operating in USER mode. Refer to
Parameter 48 in Section 15.0 - DESCRIPTION OF PARAMETERS.

NOTE: The drive will also display “GF” if a RESET OEM or OPERATE WITH OEM SETTINGS
is attempted when the EPM does not contain OEM defaults.

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 14.0 PARAMETER MENU
NOTE: If the drive is equipped with the PI option, please refer to Appendix B for additional
parameter information.

FACTORY
NO. PARAMETER NAME RANGE OF ADJUSTMENT DEFAULT
(NOTE 1)
01 LINE VOLTAGE HIGH (01), LOW (02) HIGH (01)
02 CARRIER FREQUENCY 4kHz (01), 6 kHz (02), 8 kHz (03), 10 kHz (04) 6 kHz (02)
NORMAL (01), START ON POWER UP (02),
START WITH DC BRAKE (03),
AUTO RESTART WITH DC BRAKE (04),
03 START METHOD NORMAL (01)
FLYING RESTART 1 (05),
FLYING RESTART 2 (06),
FLYING RESTART 3 (07)

COAST (01), COAST WITH DC BRAKE (02),

04 STOP METHOD COAST (01)
RAMP (03), RAMP WITH DC BRAKE (04)
STANDARD KEYPAD (01), PRESET #1 (02),
05 KEYPAD (01)
SPEED SOURCE 0-10 VDC (03), 4-20 mA (04)

NONE (01), RUN (02), FAULT (03),

INVERSE FAULT (04), FAULT LOCKOUT (05),
06 TB-14 OUTPUT
AT SET SPEED (06), ABOVE PRESET #3 (07), NONE (01)
13 TB-15 OUTPUT
CURRENT LIMIT (08), AUTO SPEED (09),
REVERSE (10)

NONE (01), 0-10 VDC FREQ (02),

08 TB-30 OUTPUT 2-10 VDC FREQ (03), 0-10 VDC LOAD (04), NONE (01)
2-10 VDC LOAD (05)

NONE (01), 0-10 VDC LOAD (02)

09 TB-31 OUTPUT NONE (01)
2-10 VDC LOAD (03), DYNAMIC BRAKING (04)

NONE (01), 0-10 VDC (02), 4-20 mA (03),

PRESET SPEED #1 (04),RUN REVERSE (05),
TB-13A FUNCTION
10 START REVERSE (06), EXTERNAL FAULT (07), NONE (01)
SELECT
REMOTE KEYPAD (08), DB FAULT (09),
AUXILIARY STOP (10), ACCEL/DECEL #2 (11)

NONE (01), 0-10 VDC (02), 4-20 mA (03),

TB-13B FUNCTION PRESET SPEED #2 (04), DECREASE FREQ (05),
11 NONE (01)
SELECT JOG FORWARD (06), JOG REVERSE (07)
AUXILARY STOP (08)

NOTE 1: Factory defaults are shown for a 60 Hz base frequency. See Parameter 48 for 50 Hz base frequency.

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 FACTORY
NO. PARAMETER NAME RANGE OF ADJUSTMENT DEFAULT
(NOTE 1)

NONE (01), 0-10 VDC (02), 4-20 mA (03),

TB-13C FUNCTION PRESET SPEED #3 (04), INCREASE FREQ (05),
12 NONE (01)
SELECT EXTERNAL FAULT (06), REMOTE KEYPAD (07),
DB FAULT (08), ACCEL/DECEL #2 (09)
13 TB-15 OUTPUT (SEE PARAMETER 6 - TB-14 OUTPUT) NONE (01)
TERMINAL STRIP ONLY (01),
TERMINAL STRIP
14 CONTROL REMOTE KEYPAD ONLY (02),
ONLY (01)
TERMINAL STRIP OR REMOTE KEYPAD (03)

DISABLE (01)
9600, 8, N, 2 WITH TIMER (02),
9600, 8, N, 2 WITHOUT TIMER (03),
9600, 8, N, 2
15 SERIAL LINK 9600, 8, E, 1 WITH TIMER (04),
WITH TIMER (02)
9600, 8, E, 1 WITHOUT TIMER (05),
9600, 8, O, 1 WITH TIMER (06),
9600, 8, O, 1 WITHOUT TIMER (07)

TENTHS OF UNITS M(01) WHOLE

16 UNITS EDITING
WHOLE UNITS (02) UNITS (02)
FORWARD ONLY (01), FORWARD
17 ROTATION
FORWARD AND REVERSE (02) ONLY (01)
19 ACCELERATION TIME 0.1 - 3600.0 SEC 20.0 SEC
20 DECELERATION TIME 0.1 - 3600.0 SEC 20.0 SEC
21 DC BRAKE TIME 0.0 - 3600.0 SEC 0.0 SEC
22 DC BRAKE VOLTAGE 0.0 - 30.0 % 0.00%
23 MINIMUM FREQUENCY 0.0 - MAXIMUM FREQUENCY 0.0 Hz
24 MAXIMUM FREQUENCY MINIMUM FREQ - 240.0 Hz (NOTE 2) 60.0 Hz
25 CURRENT LIMIT 30 - 180% (NOTE 3) 180%
26 MOTOR OVERLOAD 30 - 100 % 100%

NOTE 1: Factory defaults are shown for a 60 Hz base frequency. See Parameter 48 for 50 Hz base frequency.
NOTE 2: Maximum setting is 999.9 Hz on drives with High Output Frequency option. Consult the factory.
NOTE 3: If LINE VOLTAGE is set to LOW, maximum setting is 150%.

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 FACTORY
NO. PARAMETER NAME RANGE OF ADJUSTMENT DEFAULT
(NOTE 1)
27 BASE FREQUENCY 25.0 - 500.0 Hz (NOTE 4) 60.0 Hz
28 FIXED BOOST 0.0 - 30.0 % 1.0 %
29 ACCEL BOOST 0.0 - 20.0 % 0.0 %
30 SLIP COMPENSATION 0.0 - 5.0 % 0.0 %
31-37 PRESET SPEEDS 0.0 - MAXIMUM FREQUENCY 0.0 Hz
38 SKIP BANDWIDTH 0.0 - 10.0 Hz 0.0 Hz
39 SPEED SCALING 0.0 - 6500.0 0.0
40 FREQUENCY SCALING 3.0 - 2000.0 Hz 60.0 Hz
41 LOAD SCALING 10 - 200 % 200 %
42 ACCEL/DECEL #2 0.1 - 3600.0 SEC 20.0 SEC
43 SERIAL ADDRESS 1 - 247 1
44 PASSWORD 000 - 999 225
47 CLEAR HISTORY MAINTAIN (01), CLEAR (02) MAINTAIN (01)
USER SETTINGS (01), OEM SETTINGS (02),
USER
48 PROGRAM SELECTION RESET OEM (03), RESET 60 (04),
SETTINGS (01)
RESET 50 (05), TRANSLATE (06)
50 FAULT HISTORY (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
51 SOFTWARE CODE (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
52 DC BUS VOLTAGE (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
53 MOTOR VOLTAGE (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
54 LOAD (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
55 0-10 VDC INPUT (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
56 4-20 mA INPUT (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
57 TB STRIP STATUS (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
58 KEYPAD STATUS (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
59 TB-30 OUTPUT (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)
60 TB-31 OUTPUT (VIEW-ONLY) (N/A)

NOTE 1: Factory defaults are shown for a 60 Hz base frequency. See Parameter 48 for 50 Hz base frequency.
NOTE 4: Maximum setting is 1300.0 Hz (factory default is 999.9) on drives with High Output Frequency option.
Consult the factory.

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 15.0 DESCRIPTION OF PARAMETERS
P01 LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION

This calibrates the drive for the actual applied input voltage, and can be set to HIGH (01) or
LOW (02). Refer to the table below for the proper setting depending on the input voltage.

RATED INPUT INPUT APPLIED INPUT PARAMETER

MODEL
VOLTAGE PHASE VOLTAGE SETTING
1 or 3 220 - 240 Vac HIGH (01)
SF200Y 208 / 240 Vac
1 or 3 200 - 208 Vac LOW (02)
3 220 - 240 Vac HIGH (01)
SF200 208 / 240 Vac
3 200 - 208 Vac LOW (02)
3 440 - 480 Vac HIGH (01)
SF400 400 / 480 Vac
3 380 - 415 Vac LOW (02)
3 575 - 600 Vac HIGH (01)
SF500 480 / 590 Vac
3 460 - 480 Vac LOW (02)

NOTE: If this parameter is changed while the drive is running, the new value will not take
effect until the drive is stopped.
P02 CARRIER FREQUENCY

This sets the switching rate of the output IGBT’s. Increasing the carrier frequency will result
in less audible motor noise. Available settings are: 4 kHz, 6 kHz, 8 kHz, and 10 kHz.

PARAMETER CARRIER MAXIMUM OUTPUT AMBIENT OR OUTPUT

SETTING FREQUENCY FREQUENCY (NOTE 1) DERATE (NOTE 2)

01 4 kHz 240.0 Hz (400.0 Hz) 50 C or 100%

02 6 kHz 240.0 Hz (600.0 Hz) 50 C or 100%

03 8 kHz 240.0 Hz (999.9 Hz) 43 C or 92%

04 10 kHz 240.0 Hz (999.9 Hz) 35 C or 82%

NOTE 1: For drives with the High Output Frequency option, the carrier frequency also
determines the maximum output frequency (shown in parenthesis).

NOTE 2: The SCF drive is fully rated up to 6 kHz carrier frequency. If the 8 kHz or 10 kHz
carrier frequency is selected, the drive’s ambient temperature rating OR output current rating
must be de-rated to the value shown in the table above

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 NOTE 3: If this parameter is changed while the drive is running, the change will not take
effect until the drive is stopped. Therefore, the allowable maximum frequency for drives with
the High Output Frequency option (see NOTE 1) will not change if the carrier frequency is
changed while the drive is running.

P03 START METHOD

WARNING!
Automatic starting of equipment may cause damage to equipment and/or injury to personnel!
Automatic start should only be used on equipment that is inaccessible to personnel.

01 NORMAL: The drive will start when the appropriate contact is closed on the terminal
strip, or by pressing the START key on the optional remote keypad. See Parameter
14.

02 START ON POWER UP: The drive will automatically start upon application of input
power.

03 START WITH DC BRAKE: When a START command is given, the drive will apply DC
BRAKE VOLTAGE (Parameter 22) for the duration of DC BRAKE TIME (Parameter 21)
prior to starting the motor to ensure that the motor is not turning.

04 AUTO RESTART WITH DC BRAKING: Upon a START command, after a fault, or upon
application of power, the drive will apply DC BRAKE VOLTAGE (Parameter 22) for the
duration of DC BRAKE TIME (Parameter 21) prior to starting (or restarting) the motor.

05 FLYING RESTART 1: LOW performance. Slowest synchronization and lowest current

level. This setting results in the smoothest synchronization.

06 FLYING RESTART 2: MEDIUM performance. Faster synchronization and higher current

level. This setting allows faster synchronization while retaining smoothness.

07 FLYING RESTART 3: HIGH performance. Fastest synchronization and highest current

level. This setting allows the fastest synchronization, but sacrifices smoothness.

The FLYING RESTART 1 - 3 settings allow the drive to start into a spinning load after a fault
or upon application of input power. They differ in the time required to find the motor and the
amount of current required to synchronize with it. The faster the drive attempts to find the
motor, the more current is required.

When programmed for auto-restart (settings 04-07), the drive will attempt three restarts after
a fault. The interval between restart attempts is 15 seconds for setting 04, and 2 seconds
for settings 05, 06 and 07. During the interval between restart attempts, the display will
read “SP” to indicate Start Pending. If all three restart attempts fail, the drive will trip into
FAULT LOCKOUT (displayed “LC”) and require a manual reset. Refer to Section 16.0 -
TROUBLESHOOTING.

NOTE: Settings 02 and 04 - 07 require a two-wire start/stop circuit to operate. The RUN
contact must remain closed for the power-up start and auto-restart functions to operate.

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 P04 STOP METHOD

01 COAST TO STOP: When a STOP command is given, the drive shuts off the output to
the motor, allowing it to coast freely to a stop.

02 COAST WITH DC BRAKE: When a stop command is given, the drive will activate DC
braking (after a delay of up to 2 seconds, depending on frequency) to help decelerate the
load. Refer to Parameters: 21 - DC BRAKE TIME, and 22 - DC BRAKE VOLTAGE.

03 RAMP TO STOP: When a stop command is given, the drive will decelerate the motor
to a stop at the rate determined by Parameter 20 - DECELERATION TIME.

04 RAMP WITH DC BRAKE: When a stop command is given, the drive will decelerate the
motor down to 0.2 Hz (at the rate set by Parameter 20 - DECELERATION TIME) and
then activate DC braking according to the settings of Parameters 21 - DC BRAKE TIME
and 22 - DC BRAKE VOLTAGE. This is used to bring the load to a final stop, as the
motor may still be turning slightly after the drive stops.
P05 STANDARD SPEED SOURCE

This selects the speed reference source when the drive is in STANDARD speed mode. The
following speed references can be selected:

01 KEYPAD: Use the  and  buttons to scroll to the desired speed.

02 PRESET SPEED #1: The drive will operate at the frequency set into Parameter 31.

03 0 - 10 VDC: The drive will respond to a 0-10 VDC signal wired to TB-2 and TB-5.

04 4 - 20 mA: The drive will respond to a 4-20 mA signal wired to TB-2 and TB-25.
P06 TB-14 OPEN COLLECTOR OUTPUT

This selects the status indication for the open-collector output at TB-14. The terms “open” and
“close” refer to the state of the internal transistor that activates the circuit. When the transistor
is “closed”, TB-14 is at the same potential as TB-2, allowing current to flow.

01 NONE: Disables the open-collector output.

02 RUN: Closes upon a START command. Opens if the drive is in a STOP state, the drive
faults, or input power is removed. DC braking is considered a STOP state.

03 FAULT: Closes if there is no fault condition. Opens if the drive faults, or input power is
removed.

04 INVERSE FAULT: Closes if the drive faults. Opens if there is no fault condition.

05 FAULT LOCKOUT: Closes when input power is applied. Opens if three restart attempts
are unsuccessful, or if input power is removed.

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 06 AT SET SPEED: Closes if the drive is within + 0.5 Hz of the speed setpoint.

07 ABOVE PRESET SPEED #3: Closes if the output frequency exceeds the PRESET
SPEED #3 setting. Opens if the output frequency is equal to or less than PRESET
SPEED #3 (Parameter 33).

08 CURRENT LIMIT: Closes if the output current exceeds the CURRENT LIMIT setting.
Opens if the output current is equal to or less than CURRENT LIMIT (see Parameter
25).

09 AUTOMATIC SPEED MODE: Closes if an AUTOMATIC (terminal strip) speed reference

is active. Opens if a STANDARD (Parameter 5) speed reference is active.

10 REVERSE: Closes when reverse rotation is active. Opens when forward rotation is
active. (see Parameter 17 - ROTATION DIRECTION).
P08 TB-30 ANALOG OUTPUT

Terminal TB-30 can be used as an analog output proportional to either output frequency or
load. FREQUENCY SCALING (Parameter 40) or LOAD SCALING (Parameter 41) can be
used to scale the output signal.

01 NONE
02 0-10 VDC FREQ
03 2-10 VDC FREQ
04 0-10 VDC LOAD
05 2-10 VDC LOAD

NOTE: The 2-10 VDC signal can be converted to a 4-20 mA signal by connecting a resistor
in series with the signal such that the total load resistance is 500 Ohms. However, this output
cannot be used with devices that derive power from a 4-20 mA signal.
P09 TB-31 ANALOG OUTPUT

Terminal TB-31 can be used as an analog output proportional to load, or as the control signal
to activate the optional external Dynamic Braking module. LOAD SCALING (Parameter 41)
can be used to scale the output signal when TB-31 is used as an analog output proportional
to load.

01 NONE
02 0-10 VDC LOAD
03 2-10 VDC LOAD
04 DYNAMIC BRAKING: TB-31 becomes the “trigger” that activates the optional external
Dynamic Braking module. Refer to the instructions included with the Dynamic Braking
option.

NOTE: The 2-10 VDC signal can be converted to a 4-20 mA signal by connecting a resistor
in series with the signal such that the total load resistance is 500 Ohms. However, this output
cannot be used with devices that derive power from a 4-20 mA signal.

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 P10 TB-13A FUNCTION SELECT

This selects the function of terminal TB-13A. Closing TB-13A to TB-2 (or opening in the case of
settings 7 and 10) activates the selected function. The following functions can be selected:

01 NONE: Disables the TB-13A function.

02 0-10 VDC: Selects a 0-10 VDC signal (at TB-5) as the AUTO speed reference input.

03 4-20 mA: Selects a 4-20 mA signal (at TB-25) as the AUTO speed reference input.

04 PRESET SPEED #1: Selects PRESET SPEED #1 as the AUTO speed reference. The
drive will operate at the frequency programmed into Parameter 31.

05 RUN REVERSE: Close TB-13A to TB-2 to RUN in the reverse direction, and open to
STOP. This setting forces TB-12 to act as RUN FWD, requiring a maintained contact to
RUN in the forward direction. TB-1 must be closed to TB-2 for this function to operate.

06 START REVERSE: Momentarily close TB-13A to TB-2 to START the drive in the reverse
direction. Momentarily open TB-1 to TB-2 to STOP. This setting forces TB-12 to act as
START FWD, requiring a momentary contact to START in the forward direction.

07 EXTERNAL FAULT: Sets TB-13A as a normally closed external fault input. If TB-13A
is open with respect to TB-2, the drive will fault.

08 REMOTE KEYPAD: Selects the optional remote keypad as the control source. Refer
to Parameter 14 - CONTROL.

09 DB FAULT: Sets TB-13A as a dynamic braking fault input when using the optional
dynamic braking module. When this input is activated by the dynamic braking module,
the drive will trip into a "dF" fault and the motor will coast to a stop. Refer to the manual
included with the Dynamic Braking option.

10 AUXILIARY STOP: When TB-13A is opened with respect to TB-2, the drive will decelerate
to a STOP (even if STOP METHOD is set to COAST) at the rate set into Parameter 42
- ACCEL/DECEL #2.

11 ACCEL/DECEL #2: Selects the acceleration and deceleration time programmed into
Parameter 42 - ACCEL/DECEL #2.

NOTE: In order for the RUN REVERSE and START REVERSE functions to operate,
Parameter 17 - ROTATION DIRECTION must be set to FORWARD AND REVERSE (02).

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 P11 TB-13B FUNCTION SELECT

This selects the function of terminal TB-13B. Closing TB-13B to TB-2 (or opening in the case
of setting 08) activates the selected function. The following functions can be selected:

01 NONE: Disables the TB-13B function.

02 0-10 VDC: Selects a 0-10 VDC signal (at TB-5) as the AUTO speed reference input.

03 4-20 mA: Selects a 4-20 mA signal (at TB-25) as the AUTO speed reference input.

04 PRESET SPEED #2: Selects PRESET SPEED #2 as the AUTO speed reference. The
drive will operate at the frequency programmed into Parameter 32.

05 DECREASE FREQUENCY: Decreases the speed setpoint when using the MOP function.
Refer to Section 10.6.

06 JOG FORWARD: Jog in the forward direction. In this mode, the drive will JOG at the
speed programmed into Parameter 32 - PRESET SPEED #2.

07 JOG REVERSE: Jog in the reverse direction. In this mode, the drive will JOG at the
speed programmed into Parameter 32 - PRESET SPEED #2.

WARNING!
When operating in JOG mode, the STOP terminal (TB-1), the AUXILIARY STOP function
(see setting 08), and the STOP key on the optional remote keypad WILL NOT stop the
drive. To stop the drive, remove the JOG command.

JOG REVERSE will operate the drive in reverse rotation even if ROTATION DIRECTION
(Parameter 17) is set to FORWARD ONLY.

08 AUXILIARY STOP: When TB-13B is opened with respect to TB-2, the drive will decelerate
to a STOP (even if STOP METHOD is set to COAST) at the rate set into Parameter 42
- ACCEL/DECEL #2.

NOTE: If the drive is commanded to JOG while running, the drive will enter JOG mode and
run at PRESET SPEED #2. When the JOG command is removed, the drive will STOP.
P12 TB-13C FUNCTION SELECT

This selects the function of terminal TB-13C. Closing TB-13C to TB-2 (or opening in the case
of setting 06) activates the selected function. The following functions can be selected:

01 NONE: Disables the TB-13C function.

02 0-10 VDC: Selects a 0-10 VDC signal (at TB-5) as the AUTO speed reference input.

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 03 4-20 mA: Selects a 4-20 mA signal (at TB-25) as the AUTO speed reference input.

04 PRESET SPEED #3: Selects PRESET SPEED #3 as the AUTO speed reference. The
drive will operate at the frequency programmed into Parameter 33.

05 INCREASE FREQUENCY: Increases the speed setpoint when using the MOP function.
Refer to Section 10.6.

06 EXTERNAL FAULT: Sets TB-13C as a normally closed external fault input. If TB-13C
is open with respect to TB-2, the drive will fault.

07 REMOTE KEYPAD: Selects the optional remote keypad as the control source. Refer
to Parameter 14 - CONTROL.

08 DB FAULT: Sets TB-13C as a dynamic braking fault input when using the optional
dynamic braking module. When this input is activated by the dynamic braking module,
the drive will trip into a "dF" fault and the motor will coast to a stop. Refer to the manual
included with the Dynamic Braking option.

09 ACCEL/DECEL #2: Selects the acceleration and deceleration time programmed into
Parameter 42 - ACCEL/DECEL #2.
P13 TB-15 OPEN COLLECTOR OUTPUT

This selects the status indication for the open-collector output at TB-15, and has the same
selections as Parameter 6 - TB-14 OPEN COLLECTOR OUTPUT.
P14 CONTROL

This selects the source of START/STOP and direction commands.

01 TERMINAL STRIP ONLY: The drive will only respond to START/STOP and direction
commands from the terminal strip.

02 REMOTE KEYPAD ONLY: The drive will only respond to START/STOP and direction
commands from the optional remote keypad.

03 TERMINAL STRIP OR REMOTE KEYPAD: Terminal TB-13A or TB-13C can be used

to select terminal strip control or remote keypad control. See Parameters 10 and 12.

NOTE: The STOP button on the optional remote keypad is always active as long as the
serial link remains intact.
P15 SERIAL LINK

This parameter configures the drive for serial communications. The options are listed by
baud rate, number of data bits, parity, number of stop bits, and whether the watchdog timer
is enabled or disbabled.

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 The watchdog timer will stop the drive after 10 seconds of no serial activity to safeguard against
a failed serial link. During set-up or troubleshooting, it may be useful to disable the watchdog
timer, but is it not recommended to run normally without the watchdog timer.

WARNING!
Automatic starting of equipment may cause damage to equipment and/or injury to personnel!
Automatic start should only be used on equipment that is inaccessible to personnel.

01 DISABLED: Disables the serial link

02 9600, 8, N, 2 - ENABLED WITH TIMER
03 9600, 8, N, 2 - ENABLED WITHOUT TIMER
04 9600, 8, E, 1 - ENABLED WITH TIMER
05 9600, 8, E, 1 - ENABLED WITHOUT TIMER
06 9600, 8, O, 1 - ENABLED WITH TIMER
07 9600, 8, O, 1 - ENABLED WITHOUT TIMER

P16 UNITS EDITING

This allows parameter and keypad speed editing in whole units or tenths of units above 100.
Below 100, the value can always be changed by tenths of units.

01 TENTHS OF UNITS: The value can always be changed by tenths of units (up to a value
of 1000). If the  or  button is pressed and held, the value will change by tenths of
units until the next whole unit is reached, and then the value will change by whole units.
Refer to Section 13.1.

02 WHOLE UNITS: The value can be changed by tenths of units until 99.9 is reached.
Above 99.9, the value will change in whole unit increments only. Below a value of 100,
if the  or  button is pressed and held, the value will change by tenths of units until
the next whole unit is reached, and then the value will change by whole units.
P17 ROTATION DIRECTION

01 FORWARD ONLY: The drive will only allow rotation in the forward direction. However,
JOG REVERSE (see Parameter 11) will still operate even if FORWARD ONLY is
selected.

02 FORWARD AND REVERSE: The drive will allow rotation in both directions.
P19 ACCELERATION TIME

This parameter sets the acceleration rate for all of the speed reference sources (keypad, speed
pot, 4-20 mA, 0-10 VDC, jog, MOP, and preset speeds). This setting is the time to accelerate
from 0 Hz to the BASE FREQUENCY (Parameter 27).
P20 DECELERATION TIME

This parameter sets the deceleration rate for all of the speed reference sources (keypad, speed
pot, 4-20 mA, 0-10 VDC, jog, MOP, and preset speeds). This setting is the time to decelerate
from BASE FREQUENCY to 0 Hz. If the drive is set for COAST TO STOP (setting 01 or 02 in
Parameter 04), this parameter will have no effect when a STOP command is given.

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 P21 DC BRAKE TIME

This determines the length of time that the DC braking voltage is applied to the motor. The
DC BRAKE TIME should be set to the lowest value that provides satisfactory operation in
order to minimize motor heating.
P22 DC BRAKE VOLTAGE
This sets the magnitude of the DC braking voltage, in percentage of the nominal DC Bus
voltage (DC Bus = input AC voltage X 1.414). The point at which the DC braking is activated
depends on the selected STOP METHOD (Parameter 04):

If COAST WITH DC BRAKE is selected, the DC braking is activated after a time delay of up
to 2 seconds, depending on the output frequency at the time of the STOP command. In this
case, the DC braking is the only force acting to decelerate the load.

If RAMP WITH DC BRAKE is selected, braking is activated when the output frequency reaches
0.2 Hz. In this case, the drive decelerates the load to a near stop and the DC braking is used
to bring the load to a final stop.
P23 MINIMUM FREQUENCY
This sets the minimum output frequency of the drive for all speed reference sources except
the PRESET SPEEDS (Parameters 31-37).

When using a 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA analog speed reference signal, this parameter also sets
the drive speed that corresponds to the minimum analog input (0 VDC or 4 mA).

NOTE: If this parameter is changed while the drive is running, the new value will not take
effect until the drive is stopped.
P24 MAXIMUM FREQUENCY

This sets the maximum output frequency of the drive for all speed reference sources, and is used
with MINIMUM FREQUENCY (Parameter 23) to define the operating range of the drive.

When using a 0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA analog speed reference signal, this parameter also sets
the drive speed that corresponds to the maximum analog input (10 VDC or 20 mA).

NOTE 1: On drives equipped with the High Output Frequency option, this parameter can be
set up to 999.9 Hz, depending on carrier frequency (parameter 02).

NOTE 2: If this parameter is changed while the drive is running, the new value will not take
effect until the drive is stopped.
P25 CURRENT LIMIT

This sets the maximum allowable output current of the drive. The maximum setting is either
180% or 150%, depending on whether LINE VOLTAGE SELECTION (Parameter 01) is set
to HIGH or LOW.
The drive will enter current limit when the load demands more current than the CURRENT
LIMIT setting. When this happens, the drive will reduce the output frequency in an attempt
to reduce the output current. When the overload condition passes, the drive will accelerate
the motor back up to the speed setpoint.

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 P26 MOTOR OVERLOAD

The SCF Series is UL approved for solid state motor overload protection, and therefore does
not require a separate thermal overload relay for single motor applications.

The drive contains an adjustable thermal overload circuit that protects the motor from excessive
overcurrent. This circuit allows the drive to deliver up to 150% current for one minute. If the
overload circuit “times out”, the drive will trip into an OVERLOAD fault (displayed as "PF").

MOTOR OVERLOAD should be set to the ratio (in percent) of the motor current rating to the
drive current rating in order to properly protect the motor. See the example below.

Example: A 3 HP, 480 Vac drive with a 4.8 Amp rating is operating a 2 HP motor with a
current rating of 3.4 Amps. Dividing the motor current rating by the drive current rating yields
71% (3.4 / 4.8 = 0.71 = 71%), so this parameter should be set to 71%.
P27 BASE FREQUENCY

The BASE FREQUENCY determines the V/Hz ratio by setting the output frequency at which
the drive will output full voltage to the motor. In most cases, the BASE FREQUENCY should
be set to match the motor’s rated frequency.

Example: A 460 Vac, 60 Hz motor requires a V/Hz ratio of 7.67 (460 V / 60 Hz = 7.67 V/Hz)
to produce full torque. Setting the BASE FREQUENCY to 60 Hz causes the drive to output full
voltage (460 Vac) at 60 Hz, which yields the required 7.67 V/Hz. Output voltage is proportional
to output frequency, so the 7.67 V/Hz ratio is maintained from 0 - 60 Hz, allowing the motor to
produce full torque from 2 Hz (below 2 Hz there is less torque due to slip) up to 60 Hz.

NOTE: If this parameter is changed while the drive is running, the new value will not take
effect until the drive is stopped.
P28 FIXED BOOST

FIXED BOOST increases starting torque by increasing the output voltage when operating
below half of the base frequency, which increases the V/Hz ratio (see diagram below). For
better out-of-the-box performance, SCF Series drives are shipped with a setting that is different
from the factory default, as seen in the table below. If a factory reset is performed, FIXED
BOOST will default to 1.0 %.

Full
HP DEFAULT HP DEFAULT Output
Volts
0.25 - 1 5.3% 10 2.4%
V/Hz Ratio
1.5 - 2 4.4% 15 2.2% Affected By
Fixed Boost
3 3.6% 20 2.0% "Normal"
Linear V/Hz
5 3.0% 25 1.8% Ratio

7.5 2.7% 30 1.6%

1/2 Base Base

Frequency Frequency

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 P29 ACCELERATION BOOST

ACCELERATION BOOST helps accelerate high-inertia loads. During acceleration, the output
voltage is increased to increase motor torque. Once the motor reaches the new speed setpoint,
the boost is turned off and the output voltage returns to the normal value.
P30 SLIP COMPENSATION

SLIP COMPENSATION is used to counteract changes in motor speed (slip) caused by changes
in load. In a standard AC induction motor, the shaft speed decreases as load increases, and
increases as load decreases. By increasing or decreasing the output frequency in response
to an increasing or decreasing load, the slip is counteracted and speed is maintained. Most
standard NEMA B motors have a 3% slip rating.
P31-P37 PRESET SPEED #1 - #7

Preset speeds are activated by contact closures between TB-2 and TB-13A, 13B, and 13C. The
TB-13 terminals must be programmed as preset speed selects using Parameters 10-12.

NOTE 1: Preset speeds can operate below the frequency defined by the minimum frequency
parameter (Parameter 23). The range of adjustment for the preset speeds is from 0 Hz to the
maximum frequency (Parameter 24).

Refer to the table below for activation of the preset speeds using the TB-13 terminals.

SPEED # TB - 13A TB - 13B TB - 13C

1 CLOSED OPEN OPEN
2 OPEN CLOSED OPEN
3 OPEN OPEN CLOSED
4 CLOSED CLOSED OPEN
5 CLOSED OPEN CLOSED
6 OPEN CLOSED CLOSED
7 CLOSED CLOSED CLOSED

NOTE 2: When a TB-13 terminal is programmed for a function other than a preset speed
select, it is considered OPEN for the table above.

Preset Speed #6 and #7 can also be used as skip frequencies to restrict the drive from operating
at frequencies that cause vibration in the system. See Parameter 38 below.
P38 SKIP BANDWIDTH

The SCF drive has two skip frequencies that can be used to lock out critical frequencies that
cause mechanical resonance in the system. Once SKIP BANDWIDTH is set to a value other
than 0.0 Hz, the skip frequencies are enabled. When the skip frequency function is enabled,
PRESET SPEED #6 and #7 are used as the skip frequencies. SKIP BANDWIDTH sets the
range above the skip frequencies that the drive will not operate within.

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 Example: The critical frequency is 23 Hz, and it is desired to skip a frequency range of 3 Hz
above and below the critical frequency (therefore the skip range is 20 to 26 Hz). PRESET
SPEED #6 or #7 would be set to 20 Hz, and the SKIP BANDWIDTH would be set to 6.0 Hz.

If the drive is running at a speed below the skip range, and it is given a speed command
that is within the skip range, the drive will accelerate to the start of the skip range (20 Hz
in the example) and run at that speed until the speed command is greater than or equal to
the "top" of the skip range. The drive will then accelerate through the skip range to the new
speed. Likewise, if the drive is running at a speed above the skip range, and it is given a
speed command that is within the skip range, the drive will decelerate to the "top" of the skip
range (26 Hz in the example) and run at that speed until the speed command is less than or
equal to the "bottom" of the skip range. The drive will then decelerate through the skip range
to the new speed.

NOTE: PRESET SPEEDS #6 and #7 can still be used as preset speeds even if they are also
being used as skip frequencies.
P39 SPEED SCALING

This scales the display to indicate speed or user units other than frequency. This parameter
should be set to the desired display value when the drive output is 60 Hz. The highest setting
is 6500, and the highest value that can be displayed is 6553.6.

Example: A machine produces 175 parts per hour when the motor is running at 60 Hz. Setting
the SPEED SCALING to 175 will calibrate the drive's display to read 175 when the motor is
running at 60 Hz. This is a linear function, so at 30 Hz the display would read 87.5, and at
120 Hz, the display would read 350.

NOTE: If SPEED SCALING is set such that the maximum displayable value (6553.6) is
exceeded, the display will flash "9999" to indicate that the value is out of range. For example,
if SPEED SCALING is set to 6000, the drive will display 6000 when it is running at 60 Hz. If
the speed is increased past 65.5 Hz (at 65.5 Hz, the scaled value would be 6550), the display
will flash "9999" because a scaled value above 6553.6 cannot be displayed.
P40 FREQUENCY SCALING

This scales the analog output signal at TB-30 when it is configured for a frequency output. This
setting is the output frequency that is indicated when the output signal measures 10 VDC.

Example: A 0-5 VDC signal is required to indicate 0-60 Hz. Setting this parameter to 120
Hz would yield 10 VDC at 120 Hz, and 5 VDC at 60 Hz. If the drive only operates up to 60
Hz, the output signal at TB-30 is limited to the desired 0-5 VDC.
P41 LOAD SCALING

This scales the analog output signal at TB-30 and/or TB-31 when they are configured for a
load output. This setting is the load (in %) that is indicated when the output signal measures
10 VDC.

Example: A 0-10 VDC signal is required to indicate 0-150% load. Setting this parameter to
150% will yield 10 VDC at 150% load.

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 P42 ACCEL / DECEL #2

This parameter sets the second acceleration and deceleration rate of the drive. To activate
this acceleration and deceleration rate, use terminal TB-13A, TB-13B or T-13C. TB-13A and
TB-13B can be set to AUXILIARY STOP which will cause the drive to decelerate to a stop
according to the time programmed in this parameter. TB-13C can be set to ACCEL/DECEL
#2, which causes the drive to accelerate and decelerate according to the time programmed
in this parameter.
P43 SERIAL ADDRESS

If a serial link is being used to communicate with multiple drives, each drive must be given a
different address (from 1 to 247) so that an individual drive in the network can be accessed.
P44 PASSWORD

This allows the PASSWORD to be changed to any number between 000 and 999. Setting
PASSWORD to 000 disables the password function.

NOTE: The factory default password is 225.

P47 CLEAR FAULT HISTORY

01 MAINTAIN: Maintains the FAULT HISTORY (Parameter 50) entries for

troubleshooting.

02 CLEAR: Erases the FAULT HISTORY (Parameter 50) entries.

P48 PROGRAM SELECTION

This is used to select whether the drive will operate according to the user settings or the
optional OEM default settings, and to reset the parameters to default settings. Refer to
Section 13.2.

01 OPERATE WITH USER SETTINGS: The drive will operate according to the user
settings. Operation in USER mode allows the parameter values to be changed to suit
any application.

02 OPERATE WITH OEM DEFAULTS: The drive will operate according to the optional OEM
default settings, which configure the drive for a specific application. When operating in
OEM mode, the parameter values can be viewed, but not changed. If an attempt is made
to change a parameter setting, the display will flash “GE”. If the drive is not programmed
with OEM default settings, the display will flash “GF” if this option is selected.

03 RESET OEM: Resets the user parameters to the OEM default settings. If the drive is
not programmed with OEM default settings, the display will flash “GF” if this option is
selected.

04 RESET 60: Resets the user parameters to the factory defaults for a 60 Hz base
frequency.

05 RESET 50: Resets the user parameters to the factory defaults for a 50 Hz base frequency.
Parameters 24, 27, and 40 will reset to 50.0 Hz.

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 06 TRANSLATE: If an EPM from a drive with a previous parameter version is installed in
a new drive, the new drive will function like the previous version drive, but none of the
parameter settings can be changed ("cE" will be displayed if this is attempted). The
TRANSLATE function converts the EPM to the new parameter version so that the
parameters can be changed, but it also retains the old parameter settings so the new
drive will operate like the old drive without having to re-program all of the parameters.

NOTE 1: If the user parameters are reset to the OEM defaults (using the RESET OEM option),
and then OPERATE WITH USER SETTINGS is selected, the USER settings will be the same
as the OEM default settings. This allows the drive to operate as if it was in OEM mode, but the
parameter values can be changed. This is useful if some of the OEM default settings need to
be fine-tuned for proper operation. The new parameter values are not actually stored as new
OEM default settings however; they are simply stored as new USER settings. Therefore, if
the parameters are reset to the OEM defaults again, the parameters that were changed will be
reset to their “old” value. The optional EPM Programmer is required to change OEM default
settings. Refer to Section 13.2.

NOTE 2: Only the TRANSLATE (06) function can be performed while the drive is running.
The display will flash "Er" if an attempt is made to select any other function while the drive
is running.
P50 FAULT HISTORY

The FAULT HISTORY stores the last eight faults that tripped the drive. Refer to Section 16.0
- TROUBLESHOOTING for a list of the faults and possible causes.

Use the  and  buttons to scroll through the fault entries. The far left digit of the display will
be the fault number and the remaining two digits will be the fault code. The faults are stored
from newest to oldest, with the first fault shown being the most recent.

The display will read “_ _” if the FAULT HISTORY does not contain any fault messages.
P51 SOFTWARE VERSION

This displays the software version number for the control board software. This information is
useful when contacting the factory for programming or troubleshooting assistance.

The software version is displayed in two parts which alternate. The first part is the software
version, and the second part is the revision number. For example, if the display shows "64-"
and "-02", this indicates that the drive contains the second revision of version 64 software.
P52 DC BUS VOLTAGE

This displays the DC bus voltage in percent of nominal. Nominal DC bus voltage is determined
by multiplying the drive’s nameplate input voltage rating by 1.4.
P53 MOTOR VOLTAGE

This displays the output voltage in percent of the drive’s nameplate output voltage rating.
P54 MOTOR LOAD

This displays the motor load in percent of the drive’s output current rating.

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 P55 0-10 VDC ANALOG INPUT

This displays the level of the 0-10 VDC analog input signal at TB-5. A reading of 100%
indicates a 10 VDC input at TB-5.
P56 4-20 mA ANALOG INPUT

This displays the level of the 4-20 mA analog input signal at TB-25. A reading of 20% indicates
a 4 mA input at TB-25, and a reading of 100% indicates a 20 mA input at TB-25.
P57 TERMINAL STRIP STATUS

This indicates the status of several terminals using the vertical segments of the LED display.
An illuminated segment indicates that the particular terminal is closed with respect to TB-2.
The CHARGE RELAY is not a terminal, and should always be illuminated. See the diagram
below:

TB-1 TB-13A TB-13C TB-15

CHARGE
TB-12 TB-13B TB-14
RELAY

P58 KEYPAD AND PROTECTION STATUS

This indicates the status of the buttons on the keypad, and the status of the protective circuitry in
the drive, using the horizontal segments of the LED. An illuminated segment indicates that the
corresponding button is pressed, or the protective circuit is active. See the diagram below:


 FCLIM

OUTPUT
Mode FAULT

NOTE: FCLIM is an abbreviation for Fast Current Limit

P59-P60 TB-30 and TB-31 ANALOG OUTPUT

This displays the level of the analog output signals at TB-30 (Parameter 59) and TB-31
(Parameter 60). A reading of 100% indicates that the output is 10 VDC.

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 16.0 TROUBLESHOOTING
To aid in troubleshooting, Parameters 50 through 60 can be accessed without entering the
PASSWORD. Simply press the Mode button twice to “skip” over the PASSWORD prompt,
and “P50” will be displayed to indicate that the parameter menu has been entered and
Parameter 50 (FAULT HISTORY) can be viewed. The  and  buttons can then be used to
scroll from Parameter 50 to Parameter 60. Once the desired parameter is found, press the
Mode button to view its “contents”. When finished, press Mode to exit the parameter menu.
An example is shown below:

Press Mode once

Display reads "00"

Upper right decimal point blinks

Press Mode again

Display reads "P50" (FAULT HISTORY)

Use  and  to scroll to the desired

parameter number

(In this example Parameter 54 has been

selected, which is MOTOR LOAD)

Press Mode to view parameter

contents (77 = 77% LOAD)
Upper right decimal point blinks
Press Mode again to exit

In the example above, Parameter 54 - MOTOR LOAD is being viewed. The “77” in the example
indicates that the load on the motor is 77% of the output current rating of the drive.

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 The table below lists the fault conditions that will cause the drive to shut down, as well as some
possible causes. Please contact the factory for more information on troubleshooting faults.

FAULT MESSAGES
FAULT DESCRIPTION & POSSIBLE CAUSES
AF High Temperature Fault: Ambient temperature is too high; Cooling fan has failed (if equipped).
Control Fault: A blank EPM, or an EPM with corrupted data has been installed. Perform a factory
CF
reset using Parameter 48 - PROGRAM SELECTION.
Incompatibility Fault: An EPM with an incompatible parameter version has been installed.
cF Either exchange the EPM, or perform a factory reset (Parameter 48) to change the parameter version
of the EPM to match the parameter version of the drive.
Dynamic Braking Fault: The drive has sensed that the dynamic braking resistors are overheating and
dF
shuts down to protect the resistors.
External Fault: TB-13A and/or TB-13C is set as an External Fault input and TB-13A and/or TB-13C is
EF
open with respect to TB-2. Refer to Parameter 10 or 12.
GF Data Fault: User data and OEM defaults in the EPM are corrupted.
High DC Bus Voltage Fault: Line voltage is too high; Deceleration rate is too fast; Overhauling load.
HF
For fast deceleration or overhauling loads, dynamic braking may be required.
JF Serial Fault: The watchdog timer has timed out, indicating that the serial link has been lost.
LF Low DC Bus Voltage Fault: Line voltage is too low.
Output Transistor Fault: Phase to phase or phase to ground short circuit on the output; Failed
OF
output transistor; Boost settings are too high; Acceleration rate is too fast.

Current Overload Fault: VFD is undersized for the application; Mechanical problem with the driven
PF
equipment.
SF Single-phase Fault: Single-phase input power has been applied to a three-phase drive.
Start Fault: Start command was present when the drive was powered up. Must wait 2 seconds after
UF
power-up to apply Start command if START METHOD is set to NORMAL.
F1 EPM Fault: The EPM is missing or damaged.
F2 - F9, Fo Internal Faults: The control board has sensed a problem - consult factory.

To clear a fault, issue a STOP command, either on the terminal strip, or using the STOP
button on the optional remote keypad. The fault will only clear if the condition that caused
the fault has passed. For example, if the drive trips on a LOW DC BUS VOLTAGE FAULT
(LF) due to low input voltage, the fault cannot be cleared until the input voltage returns to a
normal level.

If the drive is programmed to automatically restart after a fault (see Parameter 03), the drive
will attempt to restart three times after a fault (the drive will not restart after CF, cF, GF, F1,
F2-F9, or Fo faults). If all three restart attempts are unsuccessful, the drive will trip into FAULT
LOCKOUT (LC), which requires a manual reset as described above.

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 17.0 SCF DISPLAY MESSAGES
The following describes the various displays and messages that can appear on the SCF
drive.

17.1 SPEED DISPLAY

If the drive is in a STOP state (indicated by "- - -" on the display), and the commanded speed
is changed, the display will show the commanded speed, and the upper left decimal point will
turn on solid. About five seconds after a change is made, the display will begin to alternate
between the commanded speed value and the "- - -" display. If the Mode button is pressed,
the display will stop alternating and show the "- - -" display only.

When the drive is given a START command, the displayed speed will start increasing as the
drive accelerates up to the commanded speed. If the commanded speed is changed while
the drive is running, the display will show the commanded speed rather than the actual speed,
until the actual speed reaches the commanded speed.

If the commanded speed is changed faster than the drive can accelerate or decelerate, the
upper left decimal point will blink to indicate that the the drive is accelerating or decelerating to
the new speed. Once the actual speed reaches the commanded speed, the upper left decimal
point will turn on solid for 5 seconds and then turn off to indicate that the commanded speed
has been reached, and that the display is now showing the actual speed.

17.2 CHANGING THE SPEED REFERENCE SOURCE

When the speed source is changed while the drive is running, the display will flash the message
for the new speed source to indicate that the new speed source is active. Also, if the drive is
being controlled from a speed source other than the  and  buttons (0-10 VDC, 4-20 mA,
etc), and one of the  or  buttons is pressed, the display will flash the present speed source
message to indicate that the  and  buttons are invalid.

Example 1: The drive is running and the present speed source is the keypad. TB-13A is
programmed to select a 4-20 mA signal as the speed source. When TB-13A is closed to TB-2,
the display will flash “EI” to indicate that the speed source has changed to the 4-20 mA signal.
If the contact between TB-13A and TB-2 is opened, the display will flash “CP” to indicate that
the speed source has changed back to the  and  buttons.

Example 2: The speed source is a 0-10 VDC signal. If the  or  button is pushed, the
display will flash “EU” to indicate that the present speed source is the 0-10 VDC signal and
that the  and  buttons are invalid.

Refer to the table below for the possible speed reference source displays:

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 SPEED SOURCE DISPLAYS
DISPLAY DESCRIPTION
CP CONTROL PAD: Speed/torque is set using the  and  buttons on the front of the drive.
EI EXTERNAL CURRENT: Speed/torque source is a 4-20 mA signal wired to TB-25 and TB-2.
EU EXTERNAL VOLTAGE: Speed/torque source is a 0-10 VDC signal wired to TB-5 and TB-2.
JG JOG: The drive is in Jog mode, and the speed is set by Preset Speed #2 (Parameter 32).
MOP (Motor Operated Pot): Contacts wired to TB-13B and TB-13C are used to increase and
OP
decrease the drive speed.
Pr1 - Pr7 PRESET SPEEDS #1-7: Speed is set by the indicated Preset Speed (Parameters 31-37).

NOTE: The speed source displays will flash when the speed reference source is changed
while the drive is running to indicate that the new speed reference source is active.

17.3 STATUS AND WARNING MESSAGES

STATUS AND WARNING MESSAGES

DISPLAY DESCRIPTION
br DC BRAKING: The DC braking circuit is activated.

"cE" will be displayed if an EPM from a drive with a previous parameter version is installed into a new
cE drive, and an attempt is made to change any parameter settings. The parameters cannot be changed
until the Translate function is performed (parameter 48, setting 06).

CURRENT LIMIT: The output current has exceeded the CURRENT LIMIT setting (Parameter P25)
CL and the drive is reducing the output frequency to reduce the output current. If the drive remains in
CURRENT LIMIT for too long, it can trip into a CURRENT OVERLOAD fault (PF).

Er ERROR: Invalid data has been entered or an invalid command was attempted.

“GE” will be displayed if an attempt is made to change the OEM default settings when the drive is
GE
operating in the OEM mode (see Parameter 48).

If “GF” is displayed when a RESET OEM is attempted, it indicates that the OEM defaults in the EPM
GF are corrupted. If “GF” is displayed upon power-up, it indicates that the OEM defaults and the user
settings in the EPM are corrupted. Refer to Section 13.1.

LC FAULT LOCKOUT: The drive has failed three restart attempts and requires a manual reset.

SERIAL: The optional remote keypad is active as the user interface instead of the buttons on the
SE
front of the drive. See Parameter 14 - CONTROL.

SP START PENDING: “SP” blinks during the interval between restart attempts.

DECEL OVERRIDE: The drive has stopped decelerating to avoid tripping into an HF fault due to
regenerative energy from the motor.

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 APPENDIX A - THROUGH-HOLE MOUNT OPTION
The Through-Hole Mount option for the SCF drive allows the drive to be mounted with the
heatsink outside of the enclosure for better heat dissipation. This is done by using a special
heatsink that mounts to the outside of the enclosure. The drive (which has a flat plate instead
of a heatsink) is mounted to the heatsink from the inside of the enclosure. This requires
cutting a hole in the enclosure that is slightly smaller than the heatsink. Up to NEMA 4X can
be achieved with this option. Panel cutout and mounting hole dimensions are provided below
for the different drive sizes.

NOTE 1: The temperature inside the enclosure must be maintained at 50°C or less, and the
ambient temperature outside of the enclosure must be 40°C or less. Refer to Section 5.0
- SCF RATINGS for heat loss information.

NOTE 2: Cutout view is shown from the drive side (inside) of the panel.

THROUGH-HOLE DRAWING FOR MODELS UP TO 10 HP (7.5 kW)

A B 0.24 (6)

J K
0.22 (5.6)
0.95 (24)
TOP

F 0.63 (16) HEATSINK

MOUNTING
E
HOLES (#8)

PANEL
CUTOUT
E

F 0.63
(16)

0.95 (24)

J K

B A
C

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 THROUGH-HOLE MOUNT DIMENSIONS FOR MODELS UP TO 10 HP (7.5 kW)

HP
MODEL H W A B C E F J K
(kW)
SF210YF 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A

1 SF210F 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A
(0.75) SF410F 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A
SF510F 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A
SF215YF 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A
1.5
SF215F 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A
(1.1)
SF415F 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A
SF220YF 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A

2 SF220F 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A
(1.5) SF420F 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A
SF520F 7.72 6.80 2.76 2.76 6.00 2.69 N/A N/A N/A
SF230YF 7.72 8.54 3.80 3.46 7.74 2.69 N/A 1.72 1.75

3 SF230F 7.72 8.54 3.80 3.46 7.74 2.69 N/A 1.72 1.75
(2.2) SF430F 7.72 8.54 3.80 3.46 7.74 2.69 N/A 1.72 1.75
SF530F 7.72 8.54 3.80 3.46 7.74 2.69 N/A 1.72 1.75
SF250YF 9.59 11.14 5.06 4.60 10.14 3.63 N/A 2.32 2.32

5 SF250F 7.72 8.54 3.80 3.46 7.74 2.69 N/A 1.72 1.75
(3.7) SF450F 7.72 8.54 3.80 3.46 7.74 2.69 N/A 1.72 1.75
SF550F 7.72 8.54 3.80 3.46 7.74 2.69 N/A 1.72 1.75
SF275F 11.59 11.14 5.06 4.60 10.14 4.63 2.31 2.32 2.32
7.5
SF475F 9.59 11.14 5.06 4.60 10.14 3.63 N/A 2.32 2.32
(5.5)
SF575F 9.59 11.14 5.06 4.60 10.14 3.63 N/A 2.32 2.32
SF2100F 15.59 11.14 5.06 4.60 10.14 6.63 3.31 1.94 2.32
10
SF4100F 11.59 11.14 5.06 4.60 10.14 4.63 2.31 2.32 2.32
(7.5)
SF5100F 11.59 11.14 5.06 4.60 10.14 4.63 2.31 2.32 2.32

NOTE 1: The N/A indication for dimensions F, J, and K indicate that the heatsinks for these
models have fewer mounting holes than shown in the drawing.

NOTE 2: For mm, multiply inches listed above by 25.4.

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 THROUGH-HOLE DRAWING FOR 15 HP (11 kW) AND 20 HP (15 kW) MODELS

This drawing applies to the following models only: SF2150F, SF4150F, SF5150F, SF4200F,
and SF5200F.

1.04 2.24 2.24 1.04

(26) (57) (57) (26)
0.24 (6)

L
M
TOP

F 0.63 (16) HEATSINK

(left & right)
E

MOUNTING
H
HOLES (#8)

PANEL
E CUTOUT

F 1.00 (25)
(top & bottom)

1.04 2.24 2.24 1.04

(26) (57) (57) (26)
10.14 (258)

11.14 (283)

THROUGH-HOLE CUTOUT DIMENSIONS FOR 15 HP (11 kW) & 20 HP (15 kW) MODELS

HP (kW) MODEL H E F L M
SF2150F 18.09 (459) 6.03 (153) 3.02 (77) 0.50 (13) 2.52 (64)
15
SF4150F 15.59 (396) 6.63 (168) 3.31 (84) 0.22 (5.6) 0.95 (24)
(11)
SF5150F 15.59 (396) 6.63 (168) 3.31 (84) 0.22 (5.6) 0.95 (24)

20 SF4200F 18.09 (459) 6.03 (153) 3.02 (77) 0.50 (13) 2.52 (64)
(15) SF5200F 18.09 (459) 6.03 (153) 3.02 (77) 0.50 (13) 2.52 (64)

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 THROUGH-HOLE MOUNT DRAWING FOR 25 HP (18.5 kW) MODELS

This drawing applies to SF4250F and SF5250F models only.

3.00 2.50 2.50 1.34

(76) (64) (64) (34)
0.50 (13)

1.00 (25)

3.00 (76) TOP

1.50 HEATSINK
(38)
3.00 (76)
MOUNTING
HOLES (#10)
3.00 (76)

3.00 (76) 0.75 (19) 0.75 (19)

3.00 (76) 28.50 (724)

3.00 (76)

3.00 (76)

PANEL
CUTOUT
3.00 (76)

1.50
(38)
2.50 (64)

10.34 (263)

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 APPENDIX B - PI SETPOINT CONTROL OPTION
The following describes the PI Setpoint Control software option for the SCF drive. This software
option has additional parameters compared to the standard SCF drive. Also, some of the
parameters found in the standard drive have changed in the PI version.

PI Setpoint Control allows the SCF drive to maintain a process setpoint, such as PSI or CFM,
without using an external controller. When PI is activated the SCF will operate in a closed-loop
fashion, automatically adjusting the motor speed to maintain the process setpoint.

PI setpoint control requires feedback from the process in order to compare the actual process
value to the setpoint. The difference between this value and the setpoint is called the error.
The SCF drive will increase or decrease the motor speed in an attempt to minimize the error.
By constantly adjusting the motor speed, the PI control will drive the process toward the
setpoint. Refer to the PI block diagram below:

P
PROCESS
SETPOINT Motor VARIABLE
Error I Speed
Command (PSI, CFM, etc)

Process Variable
Feedback

B.1 DIRECT ACTING vs. REVERSE ACTING SYSTEMS

The PI function must be set to match the type of system that it will control. A direct (or normal)
acting system requires an increase in motor speed if the process variable decreases. A reverse
acting system requires a decrease in motor speed if the process variable decreases. Parameter
61 - PI MODE must be programmed to the setting that matches the system (normal or reverse
acting) and also the type of feedback signal that is used (0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA).

B.2 FEEDBACK DEVICES

A transducer or transmitter is required to monitor the process variable and provide feedback
to the PI unit in order to compare the process value with the desired setpoint. A transducer
outputs a signal corresponding to a fixed range of the process variable. A transmitter provides
offset and gain adjustments to allow the output signal to be adjusted to correspond to different
ranges of the process variable. Typical output signals for transducers and transmitters are
0-10 VDC or 4-20 mA.
NOTE: If a 4-20 mA signal is used for feedback, and the signal is lost, the drive will display
"FL" to indicate the lost signal. The signal is considered lost if it drops below 2 mA.

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 B.3 SETPOINT REFERENCES
The following references can be used to adjust the process setpoint:
1. Keypad ( and  buttons)
2. 0-10 VDC signal (from speed pot or other source)
3. 4-20 mA signal
4. Preset Setpoints (using Preset Speeds #4 and #5)
5. MOP (using terminals 13B and 13C)

NOTE: The setpoint reference and the PI feedback cannot be the same signal. If the drive is
mistakenly programmed so that the setpoint reference is the same as the feedback reference,
the setpoint reference will default to the  and  buttons.

B.4 ADDITIONS TO THE STANDARD PARAMETER MENU

FACTORY
NO. PARAMETER NAME RANGE OF ADJUSTMENT
DEFAULT
MIN ALARM (11), MAX ALARM (12),
06 TB-14 OUTPUT
MIN/MAX ALARM (13), INV MIN ALARM (14), HIGH (01)
13 TB-15 OUTPUT
INV MAX ALARM (15), INV MIN/MAX ALARM (16)
10 TB-13A FUNCTION KEYPAD SETPOINT (12) NONE (01)
11 TB-13B FUNCTION KEYPAD SETPOINT (09) NONE (01)
12 TB-13C FUNCTION KEYPAD SETPOINT (10) NONE (01)
45 SPD AT MIN SIGNAL MINIMUM FREQ - 999.0 Hz 0.0 Hz
46 SPD AT MAX SIGNAL MINIMUM FREQ - 999.0 Hz 60.0 Hz
OFF (01)
61 PI MODE NORMAL 4-20 mA (02), NORMAL 0-10 VDC (03) OFF (01)
REVERSE 4-20 mA (04), REVERSE 0-10 VDC (05)
62 MIN FEEDBACK 0.0 - 999.0 0.0
63 MAX FEEDBACK 0.0 - 999.0 100.0
64 PROPORTIONAL GAIN 0.0 - 99.9% 5.0%
65 INTEGRAL GAIN 0.0 - 99.9 SEC 0.0 SEC
66 PI ACCEL/DECEL 0.0 - 999.0 SEC 20.0 SEC
67 MIN ALARM 0.0 - 999.0 0.0
68 MAX ALARM 0.0 - 999.0 0.0
69 0-10 VDC FEEDBACK (VIEW ONLY) (N/A)
70 4-20 mA FEEDBACK (VIEW ONLY) (N/A)
71 ACTUAL FREQUENCY (VIEW ONLY) (N/A)
74 ANALOG INPUT FILTER 1-1000 2
75 SLEEP THRESHOLD 0.0 - 360 Hz 0.0 Hz
76 SLEEP DELAY 0.0 - 300 SEC 30.0 SEC
77 SLEEP BANDWIDTH MIN FEEDBACK - MAX FEEDBACK 0.0

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 B.5 DESCRIPTION OF PI PARAMETERS
P10 TB-13A FUNCTION SELECT

12 KEYPAD SETPOINT: This option has been added so that the  and  buttons on the
front of the drive can be used as the PI setpoint reference source. Closing TB-13A to TB-2
will enable the PI mode and the  and  buttons can be used to select the desired process
setpoint.
P11 TB-13B FUNCTION SELECT

09 KEYPAD SETPOINT: This option has been added so that the  and  buttons on the
front of the drive can be used as the PI setpoint reference source. Closing TB-13B to TB-2
will enable the PI mode and the  and  buttons can be used to select the desired process
setpoint.
P12 TB-13C FUNCTION SELECT

10 KEYPAD SETPOINT: This option has been added so that the  and  buttons on the
front of the drive can be used as the PI setpoint reference source. Closing TB-13C to TB-2
will enable the PI mode and the  and  buttons can be used to select the desired process
setpoint.
P61 PI MODE

This parameter must be set to match the type of system and the type of feedback signal
used. A direct acting system is one that requires the motor speed to increase as the feedback
signal decreases, while a reverse acting system requires the motor speed to decrease as the
feedback signal decreases.

01 DISABLED Disables the PI function to allow standard drive operation.

02 NORMAL 4-20 mA Enables the PI function for a direct-acting system with a 4-20
mA feedback signal.

03 NORMAL 0-10 VDC Enables the PI function for a direct-acting system with a 0-10
VDC feedback signal.

04 REVERSE 4-20 mA Enables the PI function for a reverse-acting system with a 4-20
mA feedback signal.

05 REVERSE 0-10 VDC Enables the PI function for a reverse-acting system with a 0-10
VDC feedback signal.

When PI is disabled, the drive will operate in an OPEN LOOP mode, responding directly to
a speed reference source selected using STANDARD SPEED SOURCE (Parameter 05) or
terminals TB-13A, 13B, and/or 13C).
P62 MIN FEEDBACK

This parameter should be set to the value of the process variable that corresponds to the
minimum transducer feedback signal (0 VDC or 4 mA). See the example below.

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 P63 MAX FEEDBACK

This parameter should be set to the value of the process variable that corresponds to the
maximum transducer feedback signal (10 VDC or 20 mA). See the example below.

Example: A 0-100 psi transducer outputs 4 mA at 0 psi and 20 mA at 100 psi. Set MIN
FEEDBACK to 0, and set MAX FEEDBACK to 100. The setpoint will then be adjustable
between 0 and 100.

NOTE: If a reverse-acting feedback device is being used, MIN FEEDBACK should be set to the
maximum process value, and MAX FEEDBACK should be set to the minimum process value.
P64 PROPORTIONAL GAIN

The Proportional Gain setting represents the speed command output (in % of maximum speed)
that results from each 1% of error.
P65 INTEGRAL GAIN

The Integral Gain setting represents the ramp rate of the speed command output (in % of
maximum speed per second) that results from each 1% of error.
P66 PI ACCEL/DECEL

When the PI unit attempts to respond to a sudden step change in setpoint, the result can be
unstable operation. This parameter acts like a "filter" and ramps the setpoint from the old
value to the new value over a programmable period of time to smooth the PI unit's response.
If PI ACCEL/DECEL is set to 0.0 seconds, it is effectively disabled.
P67 MIN ALARM

This parameter represents the process value that the feedback signal must fall below to
activate the MIN ALARM output (see Parameters 6 and 13).
P68 MAX ALARM

This parameter represents the process value that the feedback signal must exceed to activate
the MAX ALARM output (see Parameters 6 and 13).

NOTE: The MIN ALARM function can be used to start and stop the drive based on the level
of the PI feedback signal. This is done by wiring a 2-wire start/stop circuit through the drive's
open-collector output, and setting the open-collector output for MIN ALARM (see Parameters
6 and 13). When the signal drops below the MIN ALARM setting, the open-collector output
will de-energize, which will stop the drive. When the signal is equal to or greater than the MIN
ALARM setting, the open-collector output will energize and start the drive.
P69 0-10 VDC FEEDBACK

This can be used to monitor the PI feedback when using a 0-10 VDC feedback signal. The displayed
value will be scaled according to the MIN and MAX FEEDBACK parameters (62 and 63).
P70 4-20 mA FEEDBACK

This can be used to monitor the PI feedback when using a 4-20 mA feedback signal. The
displayed value will be scaled according to the MIN and MAX FEEDBACK parameters (62
and 63).

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 P71 ACTUAL FREQUENCY

This can be used to monitor the actual output frequency of the drive when operating in PI
mode, as the normal display is scaled to PI units according to the MIN and MAX FEEDBACK
parameters.
P74 ANALOG INPUT FILTER

This adjusts the filter on the analog input terminals (TB-5 and TB-25) to reduce the effect of
any electrical noise that may be present on the analog input signals. This filter works both in
PI mode and standard speed control mode. It should be set to the lowest value that yields
acceptable performance, as setting it too high may cause the drive to react too slowly to
signal changes. The range of adjustment is 1 to 1000, which actually corresponds to 0.01
to 10.0 seconds.
P75 SLEEP THRESHOLD

The PI option has a Sleep Mode function that allows the drive to cease operation when system
demand falls below a preset level. This is to prevent the the motor from operating at low
speeds for long periods of time.

When the commanded speed falls below the SLEEP THRESHOLD setting for the defined
SLEEP DELAY time (see P76 below), the drive will "go to sleep" and the motor will stop.
The drive will remain "sleeping" until the it is commanded to operate at a speed that is 2 Hz
above the SLEEP THRESHOLD, at which point it will "wake up" and ramp the motor up to
the commanded speed.

NOTE 1: While the drive is in Sleep Mode, the display will read "SLP".

NOTE 2: If the drive's commanded speed goes below the SLEEP THRESHOLD, the SLEEP
DELAY timer will start to count down. If the commanded speed equals or exceeds the SLEEP
THRESHOLD before the SLEEP DELAY times out, the SLEEP DELAY timer will be reset.

NOTE 3: If the drive is in a Stop state, and the commanded speed is below the SLEEP
THRESHOLD, the drive will immediately go to sleep upon a Start command, bypassing the
SLEEP DELAY.
P76 SLEEP DELAY

This sets the amount of time the drive must operate below the SLEEP THRESHOLD (see P75
above) before the drive "goes to sleep" and brings the motor to zero speed.

Example: SLEEP THRESHOLD is set to 15 Hz and SLEEP DELAY is set to 60 seconds.

If the drive operates below 15 Hz for 60 seconds, the drive will go to sleep and the motor
will stop. The drive will display "SLP", and the drive will remain sleeping until the drive is
commanded to a speed equal to or greater than 17 Hz. At this point, the drive will wake up
and and ramp the motor up to the commanded speed. This example assumes that SLEEP
BANDWIDTH (P77) is set to 0.
P77 SLEEP BANDWIDTH

This allows the PI feedback signal to determine when the drive should "wake up" when
operating in Sleep Mode. In process systems that utilize Integral Gain (see P65), the drive
may cycle in and out of Sleep Mode more often than desired, due to the Integral function of
the PID algorithm.

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 When SLEEP BANDWIDTH is used, the feedback signal must change by the programmed
amount before the drive will wake up.

Example: In a normal-acting system, the PI setpoint is 50 PSI, SLEEP THRESHOLD is set

to 20 Hz, and SLEEP BANDWIDTH is set to 5 PSI. The drive will enter Sleep Mode when
the commanded speed drops below 20 Hz for the time defined in SLEEP DELAY. The drive
will wake up when the feedback signal drops below 45 PSI (50 PSI setpoint minus 5 PSI
bandwidth = 45 PSI), even if the commanded speed is still below 20 Hz.

B.6 DESCRIPTION OF OTHER PARAMETERS

In addition to the PI feature, two parameters have been added, and additional options have
been added to the open-collector status outputs:
P06/P13 TB-14 / TB-15 OUTPUT

Three more options have been added to the open-collector outputs:

11 MIN ALARM: Opens when the feedback signal falls below the MIN ALARM setting.
12 MAX ALARM: Opens when the feedback signal exceeds the MAX ALARM setting.
13 MIN/MAX ALARM: Opens when the feedback signal falls below the MIN ALARM setting
or exceeds the MAX ALARM setting.
14 INV MIN ALARM: Opens when the feedback signal exceeds the MIN ALARM setting.
15 INV MAX ALARM: Opens when the feedback signal falls below the MAX ALARM
setting.
16 INV MIN/MAX ALARM: Opens when the feedback signal is within the range defined by
the MIN ALARM and MAX ALARM.
P45 SPEED AT MIN SIGNAL

This sets the speed at which the drive will run when it receives the minimum speed reference
signal (0 VDC or 4 mA). This is used in conjunction with SPEED AT MAX SIGNAL (Parameter
46) to define the speed range of the drive when following an analog speed reference signal.
P46 SPEED AT MAX SIGNAL

This sets the speed at which the drive will run when it receives the maximum speed reference
signal (10 VDC or 20 mA). This is used in conjunction with SPEED AT MIN SIGNAL (Parameter
45) to define the speed range of the drive when following an analog speed reference signal.

NOTE: If SPEED AT MIN SIGNAL is set higher than the SPEED AT MAX SIGNAL, the drive
will react inversely to the speed reference signal. Therefore, as the speed reference signal
increases, the drive speed will decrease, and vice-versa.

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 B.7 SCF SERIES PI CONTROL WIRING EXAMPLES
The following diagrams illustrate the most common PI control configurations. The wiring and
corresponding parameter settings are given. In these examples, TB-13A is used to select the
setpoint reference (TB-13B or TB-13C could also be used for this function). The examples
show a 2-wire start/stop circuit.
Example 1: Keypad Setpoint and 4-20 mA Feedback

1 2 5 6 11 12 2 14 13A 13B 13C 15 25 2

Start/Stop Keypad Setpoint Select 4-20 mA

Contact (PI Mode Enable/Disable) Feedback

- Set PI MODE (Parameter 61) to NORMAL 4-20 mA (02) or REVERSE 4-20 mA (04)
depending on the system. Refer to section B.1 to determine whether the system is normal
or reverse acting.

- Set TB-13A FUNCTION SELECT (Parameter 10) to KEYPAD SETPOINT (12).

- Close TB-13A to TB-2 to put the drive into PI mode. The  and  buttons can then be
used to adjust the PI setpoint.

- Open TB-13A to TB-2 to disable PI mode and control speed directly by the method selected
in STANDARD SPEED SOURCE (Parameter 05). For example, if Parameter 5 is set to 0-10
VDC, a speed pot could be used for manual speed control when the PI mode is disabled.
See Note 2 below for more information.

NOTE 1: When TB-13A is closed to TB-2, the drive's display will flash "PIC" to indicate the
drive is in PI Control mode. When TB-13A is opened, the display will flash "SPd" to indicate
the drive is in Speed Control mode.

NOTE 2: The PI setpoint reference or manual speed control reference and the PI feedback
cannot be the same signal. If the drive is mistakenly programmed so that the reference signal
is the same as the feedback signal, the reference will default to the  and  buttons. For
example, if PI MODE (parameter 61) is set to NORMAL 0-10 VDC, the feedback signal must
be 0-10 VDC, so a 0-10 VDC signal cannot be used as the PI setpoint reference or manual
speed control reference.

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 Example 2: Speed Pot Setpoint and 4-20 mA Feedback

1 2 5 6 11 12 2 14 13A 13B 13C 15 25 2

Speed Pot
Start/Stop Speed Pot Setpoint Select 4-20 mA
Contact (PI Mode Enable/Disable) Feedback

- Set PI MODE (Parameter 61) to NORMAL 4-20 mA (02) or REVERSE 4-20 mA (04)
depending on the system. Refer to section B.1 to determine whether the system is normal
or reverse acting.

- Set TB-13A FUNCTION SELECT (Parameter 10) to 0-10 VDC (02).

- Close TB-13A to TB-2 to put the drive into PI mode. The Speed Pot can then be used to
adjust the PI setpoint.

- Open TB-13A to TB-2 to disable PI mode and control speed directly by the method selected
in STANDARD SPEED SOURCE (Parameter 05). For example, if Parameter 5 is set to 0-10
VDC, a speed pot could be used for manual speed control when the PI mode is disabled. In
this case, one speed pot would serve two purposes: adjusting the setpoint when PI mode
is enabled, and adjusting the motor speed directly when PI mode is disabled. See Note 2
below for more information.

NOTE 1: When TB-13A is closed to TB-2, the drive's display will flash "PIC" to indicate the
drive is in PI Control mode. When TB-13A is opened, the display will flash "SPd" to indicate
the drive is in Speed Control mode.

NOTE 2: The PI setpoint reference or manual speed control reference and the PI feedback
cannot be the same signal. If the drive is mistakenly programmed so that the reference signal
is the same as the feedback signal, the reference will default to the  and  buttons. For
example, if PI MODE (parameter 61) is set to NORMAL 0-10 VDC, the feedback signal must
be 0-10 VDC, so a 0-10 VDC signal cannot be used as the PI setpoint reference or manual
speed control reference.

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 B.8 TUNING THE PI CONTROL
Once the PI control is configured properly, it needs to be tuned in order to maintain the process
setpoint. First, set the Integral Gain (Parameter 65) to zero, and increase the Proportional
Gain (Parameter 64) until the system becomes unstable, then lower the gain until the system
stabilizes again. Set the Proportional Gain about 15% less than that value that stabilizes
the system. If only Proportional Gain is used, and the system is operating in a steady-state
condition (setpoint is fixed and process variable has settled to a fixed value), there will always
be a certain amount of error in the system. This is called the steady-state error.

Integral Gain (Parameter 65) is used to force the steady-state error to zero by increasing the
output speed command with respect to time. Over time, the error will be forced to zero because
the Integral term will continue to change the speed command, even after the Proportional
term reaches steady state and no longer affects the speed command. The Integral Gain
affects the rate of rise of the output speed command from the Integral term. Small amounts
of Integral Gain can cause large changes in PI performance, so care must be taken when
adjusting Integral Gain. Too much Integral Gain will result in overshoots, especially if large
step changes in error occur.

The other parameter setting that affects the response of the PI control is Parameter 66 - PI
ACCEL/DECEL. This sets the acceleration and deceleration rate of the setpoint reference
into the PI unit. When the setpoint changes, this function will “filter” the input to the PI unit
by ramping the setpoint reference from the previous value to the new value. This will help
prevent overshoots that can occur when the PI control attempts to respond to step changes
in setpoint, resulting in smoother operation. If PI ACCEL/DECEL is set to 0.0 seconds, it is
effectively disabled.

B.9 ADDITIONAL STATUS DISPLAYS

The PI option contains additional messages that may appear on the display:

PI OPTION DISPLAYS
DISPLAY DESCRIPTION

ACP AUTO CONTROL PAD: The  and  buttons are used to adjust the setpoint in PI mode.

MANUAL CONTROL PAD: The  and  buttons are used for manual speed control
nCP
when PI mode is enabled but the drive is operating in open-loop mode.

FOLLOWER LOST: If a 4-20 mA signal is used as a speed reference, PI setpoint

FL reference, or PI feedback, and the signal drops below 2 mA, the drive will trip and
display “FL” to indicate that the signal is lost.

SLEEP MODE: The drive is in Sleep Mode. The motor is at zero speed. The drive will
SLP wake up when system demand requires a motor speed above SLEEP THRESHOLD
(P75).

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 EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
In accordance with EN45014:1998

Applied Council Directive(s): EMC Directive 89/336/EEC, as amended: 92/31/EEC

and Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC, as amended: 93/68/EEC

We, Manufacturer: Authorized Representative:

AC Technology Corporation AC Technology Europe
630 Douglas Street 6 Park Plaza
Uxbridge, MA 01569 U.S.A. Battlefield Enterprise Park
Shrewsbury SY1 3AF U.K.

declare under our sole responsibility that the products to which this Declaration relates,
are in conformity with the relevant provisions of the following standards, provided that
installations are carried out in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

PRODUCTS RELATED TO DECLARATION

SCF Series AC Variable Frequency Motor Drives Models:
SF203Y SF250Y SF275 SF415 SF4150 SF530 SF5250
SF205Y SF210 SF2100 SF420 SF4200 SF550
SF210Y SF215 SF2150 SF430 SF4250 SF575
SF215Y SF220 SF2200 SF450 SF4300 SF5100
SF220Y SF230 SF405 SF475 SF510 SF5150
SF230Y SF250 SF410 SF4100 SF520 SF5200

NOTE: Model numbers may be followed by: "F" (through-hole mount), "F1" (through-
hole mount without heatsink), "P" (PI setpoint), and/or "V" (high frequency output)

RELEVANT EUROPEAN STANDARDS

EN 50081-2* Electromagnetic compatibility
– Generic emission standard – Part 2: Industrial environment
EN 50082-2* Electromagnetic compatibility
– Generic immunity standard – Part 2: Industrial environment
EN 50178:1998 Electronic equipment for use in power installations
* with suitable line filters that are properly installed.

YEAR OF CE Marking (Low Voltage Directive): 1999

Signature:

Jim Reinwald, Compliance Manager

Date: 5 April 1999

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