Baldor VS1SM, Installation & Operating Manual

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MN761 Installing the Drive 3-1
Chapter 3
Installing the Drive
This chapter provides information that must be considered when planning a VS1SM drive
installation and provides drive mounting information and installation site requirements.
3.1 Receiving & Inspection
When you receive your control, there are several things you should do immediately.
1.
Observe the condition of the shipping container and report any damage immediately to the
commercial carrier that delivered your control.
2. Remove the control from the shipping container and remove all packing materials from the control.
The container and packing materials may be retained for future shipment.
3. Verify that the part number of the control you received is the same as the part number listed on
your purchase order.
4. Inspect the control for external physical damage that may have been sustained during shipment
and report any damage immediately to the commercial carrier that delivered your control.
5. If the control is to be stored for several weeks before use, be sure that it is stored in a location that
conforms to published storage humidity and temperature specifications stated in this manual.
3.2 General Requirements for the Installation Site
It is important to ensure that the drives environment and operating conditions are satisfactory.
The area behind the drive must be kept clear of all control and power wiring. Power connections may
create electromagnetic fields that may interfere with control wiring or components when run in close
proximity to the drive.
Read the recommendations in the following sections before continuing with the drive installation.
3.2.1 Operating Conditions
Before deciding on an installation site, consider the following guidelines:
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Protect the cooling fan by avoiding dust or metallic particles.
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Do not expose the drive to a corrosive atmosphere.
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Protect the drive from moisture and direct sunlight.
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Verify that the drive location will meet the environmental conditions specified in Table 3‐1.
Table 3‐1 - Ambient Temperatures and Mounting Clearances
Ambient Temperature
Enclosure Rating Minimum Mounting Clearances
Minimum Maximum
14
°
F (-10
°
C)
104
°
F (40
°
C) IP20/Open Type 2 in (50mm)
104
°
F (40
°
C) IP20/NEMA 1 2 in (50mm)
104
°
F (40
°
C) Side-by-Side 2 in (50mm)
3.2.2 Minimum Mounting Clearances
Be sure to provide proper top, bottom and side clearance (2” minimum each side).
3.3 Mounting the Drive
Mount the drive upright on a flat, vertical, non combustible and level surface.
Refer to Figure 3‐3 for mounting hole locations.
3.3.1 Protecting the Drive from Debris
The drive must be protected from debris falling through the drive vents during installation and operation.
The drive is designed to operate in IP20/NEMA1 Type installations.