CG Drives & Automation, 01-6142-01r0
Introduction
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1.
Introduction
Emotron FlowDrive is an AC drive dedicated for controlling
wastewater pumps with focus on continuous pumping with
best economy (lowest cost).
FlowDrive can operate as a Standalone unit (1 drive) or in a
Master-Follower configuration (2 drives).
Prerequisites
In order to utilize the FlowDrive, following is required:
•
Analog level sensor for automatic level control,
preferably 4-20mA
•
Master-Follower control cable (only required in a
Master-Follower configuration)
•
One switch per drive for manual control; Auto, forced
run or off (optional but highly recommended)
•
Digital switch for redundant overflow detection
(optional, can be disabled)
•
1 pump per drive (if dual pumps are used, equal pump
performance is required)
Several options are available, listed in chapter 7. page 47,
that enable you to customize the AC drive for your specific
needs.
Motors
The AC drive is suitable for use with standard 3-phase
asynchronous motors. Under certain conditions it is possible
to use other types of motors. Contact your supplier for
details.
1.1
Delivery and unpacking
Check for any visible signs of damage. Inform your supplier
immediately of any damage found. Do not install the AC
drive if damage is found.
Check that all items are present and that the type number is
correct.
1.2
Using of the instruction
manual
This installation and getting started instruction is intended
for persons who dimension, install, commission Emotron
FlowDrive units.
More detailed information about using the FlowDrive is
found in the “Emotron FlowDrive Software manual” to be
found in the file archive on www.emoton.com.
Within this instruction manual the abbreviation “AC drive”
is used to indicate the complete variable speed drive as a
single unit.
With help of the index and the table of contents it is easy to
track individual functions and to find out how to use and set
them.
This instruction can be put in a cabinet door, so that it is
always easy to access in case of an emergency.
NOTE: Read this instruction manual carefully before
starting installation, connection or working with the AC
drive.
