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Important Reader Notice
Congratulations on the purchase of your new Benshaw M2L 3000 Medium Voltage Variable Frequency Drive, hereafter re-
ferred in this document as the “M2L 3000” or the “drive”.
This User Guide may not cover all of the applications for the M2L 3000, nor can it provide information on every possible contin-
gency concerning installation, programming, operation, or maintenance specific to M2L 3000 VFD systems.
The content of this manual will not modify any prior agreement, commitment or relationship between the customer and Ben-
shaw. The sales contract contains the entire obligation of Benshaw. The warranty enclosed within the contract between the
parties is the only warranty that Benshaw will recognize, and any statements contained herein do not create new warranties or
modify the existing warranty in any way.
Any electrical or mechanical modifications to Benshaw products without prior written consent of Benshaw will void all warran-
ties, and may also void any safety certifications; unauthorized modifications may also result in product damage, operation mal-
functions, or personal injury.
Incorrect handling of the drive may result in an unexpected fault or equipment damage. For best results when operating the
M2L 3000 drive, carefully read this manual and all warning labels attached to the system before installation and operation.
Keep this manual on hand for reference.
Do not attempt to install, operate, maintain or inspect the drive until you have thoroughly read this manual and related docu-
ments carefully, and can use the equipment correctly.
Do not use the drive until you have a full knowledge of the equipment, safety procedures and instructions.
Symbols
This User Guide classifies safety, protection, and general information levels as
Warning
,
Caution
, and
Note.
WARNING
: Warns of a physical safety condition or Electrical Hazard
which can cause personal injury or death
CAUTION
: Warns of situations in which equipment damage may occur
NOTE: Indicates a specific piece of information applicable to the use or oper-
ation of the drive.
Summary of Contents for M2L 3000
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