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E. Fusing  –

As  indicated  in  Section  IIB,  the  KBWM™ contains  a  single  AC  line  fuse  on

208/230  VAC  applications.    In  the  USA and  other  countries  where  the  208/230  volt  is
derived from two (2) “hot” leads, both AC lines should be connected to a separate dual cir-
cuit breaker.  Do not fuse neutral or grounded connections.

F. AC Line Switch –

The KBWM™ contains a double pole AC line switch which opens both

legs of the AC line.

V.

OPERATION

After wiring is complete, recheck connections to be sure they are correct.  Also be sure cor-
rect  armature  fuse  and  Plug-in  Horsepower  Resistor® are  installed.   Turn  main  power  on.
Internal lamp in power switch should be lighted indicating control is receiving AC line voltage.
Gradually increase main speed dial setting.  Motor should rotate in proportion to dial setting.

Note: 

if motor runs in opposite direction to what is required, turn power off and reverse arma-

ture leads.

WARNING!

If  control  is  operated  with  cover  off,  be  sure  to  wear  safety  glasses

and use insulated tools if any adjustments are to be made.

CL LED –

A red light-emitting diode (LED) can be found on the speed control PC board.  It

lights when the current limit circuit activates, indicating an overload condition.  This is normal
when  the  motor  accelerates  to  full  speed  or  when  a  transient  peak  load  condition  exists.
However, if the LED lights continuously, a severe overload condition may exist.  A DC amme-
ter  should  be  installed  in  series  with  either  armature  lead  to  observe  motor  current  during
actual  operation.    (See  Safety  Warning  on  page  1.)    If  the  actual  DC  current  exceeds  the
motor rating, a higher horsepower motor should be used.  If actual current is equal to or less
than the rated motor current, the CL adjustment may be incorrect, or the Plug-in Horsepower
Resistor® value  may  be  too  high.    Refer  to  the  CL trimpot  adjustment  procedure  and  the
Plug-in Horsepower Resistor® chart on page 5.

VI. TRIMPOT ADJUSTMENTS AND CONTROL FUNCTIONS

WARNING!

If adjustments are made under power, insulated adjustment tools must

be used and eye protection must be worn.

The  KBWM™ has  been  factory  adjusted  to  provide  0  -  full  speed  using  the  speed  control
knob.    Minimum  (MIN)  and  Maximum  (MAX)  speed  trimpots  are  provided  to  change  the
speed settings.  The acceleration (ACCEL) trimpot is provided to allow for a smooth start over
an  adjustable  time  period  each  time  the  AC  power  is  applied  or  the  Main  Speed
Potentiometer is rotated.  The DECEL trimpot controls the amount of ramp-down time when
the Main Speed Potentiometer is adjusted to a lower speed.  The Current Limit (CL, or torque
output)  adjustment  is  factory  set  to  approximately  1.5  times  the  motor  rating.    The  IR
Compensation  (IR)  is  factory  adjusted  to  provide  excellent  motor  regulation  under  normal
operation.

Note: 

For the IR Comp. and CL trimpot settings to be correct, the proper Plug-in Horsepower

Resistor® must be installed.  (See Table 3 on page 5.)  Do not attempt to change the set-
tings of the trimpots unless absolutely necessary since they are factory adjusted to near opti-
mum settings.

The following procedure, presented in order of adjustment sequence, should be used when
readjusting all trimpot functions:

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Summary of Contents for VARI-DRIVE KBWM-120

Page 1: ...0 10 0 SPEED 100 90 80 70 ARI RIVE DC MOTOR SPEED CONTROL V D TM TM A COMPLETE LINE OF MOTOR DRIVES 2001 KB Electronics Inc The information contained in this manual is intended to be accurate However...

Page 2: ...ations 2 2 Electrical Ratings 3 3 Plug in Horsepower Resistor Chart 5 4 Armature Fuse Selection Chart 5 5 Terminal Block Wiring Information 6 6 Field Connection Shunt Wound Motors Only 7 Figures 1 Con...

Page 3: ...are to be used as a reference only and are not intended to replace the detailed instructions provided herein You must read the Safety Warning before proceeding MODEL NO VOLTAGE RATING ii SAFETY WARNI...

Page 4: ...ive to be turned on and off rapidly using the AC line without damage to the control and or motor The internal CL LED is a diagnostic indicator that lights when the motor is overloaded A conveniently l...

Page 5: ...A TB1 F2 IR CL F WHT SW3 180V 90V J2 ON KBWM 240 ONLY J2 IS INSTALLED PLUG IN HORSEPOWER RESISTOR CUSTOMER INSTALLED FACTORY INSTALLED LINE FUSE CUSTOMER INSTALLED CL LED SEE TABLE 4 PAGE 5 SEE TABLE...

Page 6: ...3 69 46 80 1 84 R 2 30 0 09 161 50 134 00 5 28 6 36 58 60 2 31 3 00 76 20 DO NOT REMOVE THESE 5 SCREWS REMOVE SCREWS TO OPEN CASE 173 00 6 81 ON OFF 60 50 40 30 20 10 0 SPEED 100 90 80 70 ARI RIVE DC...

Page 7: ...for installing an armature fuse that helps protect the motor and control from damage due to overload Armature fuses are 3 AG type and are available from your distributor Note An armature fuse must be...

Page 8: ...located on the top by rotating the rear cover 180 The front cover is then installed right side up using the four 4 6x32 screws previously removed from the top and bottom of the enclosure After wiring...

Page 9: ...ckouts See Figure 7 on page 11 D Field Shunt motors only Do not use F and F terminals for any other motor type The KBWM control is primarily designed for permanent magnet PM motors However a shunt mot...

Page 10: ...current during actual operation See Safety Warning on page 1 If the actual DC current exceeds the motor rating a higher horsepower motor should be used If actual current is equal to or less than the r...

Page 11: ...only be a slight effect on the minimum speed setting E Current Limit CL Torque Adjustment CL circuitry is provided to protect the motor and control against overloads The CL also limits the inrush cur...

Page 12: ...ance is needed less than 1 speed change of base speed from 0 full load then the IR Comp should be adjusted as fol lows Note Excessive IR Comp will cause control to become unstable which causes motor c...

Page 13: ...N OFF SWITCH WHITE L1 WHITE SW3 BLUE SW6 ORANGE P2 VIOLET P3 WHITE P1 MAIN SPEED POTENTIOMETER ENCLOSURE COVER GROUND SCREW ENCLOSURE BASE LINE FUSE FACTORY INSTALLED CUSTOMER INSTALLED ARMATURE FUSE...

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Page 16: ...r implied KB Electronics Inc is not responsible for any expense including installation and removal inconvenience or consequential damage including injury to any per son caused by items of our manufact...

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