GE AF-300 P11, User Manual

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Data subject to change without notice 7/07. © 2007 GE Drives
Safety Instructions
Read this manual carefully before installing, connecting (wiring), operating, servicing, or inspecting the drive.
Familiarize yourself with all safety features before using the drive.
In this manual, safety messages are classified as follows:
WARNING
Improper operation may result in serious personal injury or death.
CAUTION
Improper operation may result in slight to medium personal injury or property damage.
Situations more serious than those covered by CAUTION will depend on prevailing circumstances.
Always follow instructions.
Instructions on Use
WARNING
• This drive is designed to drive a 3-phase induction motor and is not suitable for a single-phase or
other types of motors.
• This drive may not be used as a component of a life-support system or other medical device directly
affecting the personal welfare of the user.
• This drive is manufactured under strict quality control standards. However, safety equipment must be
installed or the failure of this device may result in personal injury, property damage, or risk an accident .
Instructions on Installation
WARNING
• Mount this drive on an incombustible material such as metal, otherwise a risk of fire may result.
• Do not place combustible or flammable material near this drive, as fire may result.
CAUTION
• Do not hold or carry this drive by its cover. Do not drop the converter, as injury may result.
• Ensure that the drive and heat sink surfaces are kept free of foreign matter (lint, paper dust, small chips of
wood or metal, and dust), as fire or accident may result.
• Do not install or operate a damaged drive or a drive with missing parts, as electric shock or
injury may occur.
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