Santerno Sinus M, User Manual

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(4) Operation precautions
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When the Auto restart function is selected, stay away from the equipment as a motor will
restart suddenly after an alarm stop.
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The Stop key on the keypad is valid only when the appropriate function setting has been
made. Prepare an emergency stop switch separately.
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If an alarm reset is made with the reference signal present, a sudden start will occur.
Check that the reference signal is turned off in advance. Otherwise an accident could
occur.
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Do not modify or alter anything inside the inverter.
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Motor might not be protected by electronic thermal function of inverter.
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Do not use a contactor on the inverter input for frequent starting/stopping of the inverter.
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Use a noise filter to reduce the effect of electromagnetic interference. Otherwise nearby
electronic equipment may be affected.
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In case of input voltage unbalance, install AC reactor. Power Factor capacitors and
generators may become overheated and damaged due to potential high frequency noise
transmitted from inverter.
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Use an insulation-rectified motor or take measures to suppress the micro surge voltage
when driving 400V class motor with inverter. A micro surge voltage attributable to wiring
constant is generated at motor terminals, and may deteriorate insulation and damage
motor.
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Before operating unit and prior to user programming, reset user parameters to default
settings.
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Inverter can easily be set to high-speed operations, Verify capability of motor or
machinery prior to operating unit.
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Stopping torque is not produced when using the DC-Brake function. Install separate
equipment when stopping torque is needed.
(5) Fault prevention precautions
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Provide a safety backup such as an emergency brake which will prevent the machine
and equipment from hazardous conditions if the inverter fails.
(6) Maintenance, inspection and parts replacement
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Do not conduct a megger (insulation resistance) test on the control circuit of the inverter.
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Refer to Chapter 14 for periodic inspection (parts replacement).
(7) Disposal
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Handle the inverter as an industrial waste when disposing of it.
(8) General instructions
Many of the diagrams and drawings in this instruction manual show the inverter without a circuit
breaker, a cover or partially open. Never run the inverter like this. Always place the cover with
circuit breakers and follow this instruction manual when operating the inverter.