Magnetek Impulse-t 2006-T, Instruction Manual

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IMPULSE•T Instruction Manual - October 2015
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Assessing the System Requirements
It is important to know how you are going to use the drive before you start installation and wiring. You
will need to know your requirements for the following components:
• Motion
(traverse only)
• Motor HP, RPM, and FLA
• Speed control method (2-speed, 3-speed, multi-step, etc.)
• Stopping method (Decelerate/Ramp to Stop)
• Wire size
• Grounding location and method
Choosing a Location
Be sure that the drive is mounted in a location protected against the following conditions:
• Extreme cold and heat. Use only within the ambient temperature range:
Open Chassis: +14 to 122

F (-10 to 50

C)
• Direct sunlight (not for use outdoors)
• Rain, moisture
• High humidity
• Oil sprays, splashes
• Salt spray
• Dust or metallic particles in the air
• Corrosive gases (e.g. sulfurized gas or liquids)
• Radioactive substances
• Combustibles (e.g. thinner, solvents, etc.)
• Physical shock, vibration
• Magnetic noise (e.g. welding machines, power devices, etc.)
WA R N I N G
• When preparing to mount the IMPULSE•T drive, lift it by its base. Never lift it by the front
cover.
• Mount the drive on nonflammable material.
• The IMPULSE•T drive generates heat. For the most effective cooling possible, mount it
vertically. For more details, refer to the “IMPULSE•T Ratings and Dimensions” in this
chapter.
• When mounting units in an enclosure, install a fan or other cooling device to keep the
enclosure temperature below 122°F (50

C).
Failure to observe these warnings may result in equipment damage.