TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE AND DISPOSAL
PRODUCT
ACS1000W
DOCUMENT KIND
User manual
DOCUMENT ID.
3BHS213400 E01
REV.
J
LANG.
en
PAGE
67/166
5.5. Storage
5.5.1. Storage conditions
The minimum requirements for storage are based on IEC 60721
–
Conditions:
1K22 / 1B1 / 1C2 / 1S11 / 1M11
5.5.1.1. Storage time
The drive can be stored for up to one year in the original packaging as long as it is
not damaged or opened.
For information on longer storage periods, contact the ABB service organization.
5.5.2. Storing the drive
If the drive is taken out of service for a longer time proceed as follows:
1.
Drain the cooling circuit and leave the drain valves open for at least two hours
to ensure a completely drained system (for information, contact the ABB
service organization) or add the appropriate amount of glycol for frost-
proofing, if the drive is to be stored in ambient temperatures below 0 °C.
For information on frost-proofing, see the user manual for the water
cooling unit.
2.
Remove the batteries (if applicable).
3.
Cover all cable inlets and ventilation slots with an impermeable plastic or
aluminum foil and a wooden panel.
4.
Add a desiccant of the appropriate quality:
•
1 unit desiccant (30 g) absorbs 6 g water vapor.
NOTE – The following quantity is needed when using a polyethylene foil:
•
10 units/m
2
foil
5.
Close and lock the doors of the cabinet.
6.
Use polyethylene or equivalent for packaging:
•
0,3 g/m
2
/24h water vapor diffusion
7.
Attach humidity indicators to the packaging.
The storage conditions and the packaging should be checked regularly. Any
damages that occur during the storage period should be repaired immediately.
