
Installing the Converter
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590+ Series DC Digital Converter
3
I
NSTALLING THE
C
ONVERTER
IMPORTANT:
Read Chapter 12: “Certification for the Converter” before installing this unit.
Refer to “Installation Drawings”, page 3-29 for further information.
Mechanical Installation
Unpacking the Converter
Caution
The packaging is combustible and this action may produce lethal toxic fumes.
Save the packaging in case of return. Improper packaging can result in transit damage.
Frame H Packaging
Large converters (Frame H) are supplied in special packaging with removable sides. Remove all
fixings from the drive, see Figure 3-1.
591+ 2Q Non-Regenerative
590+ 4Q Regenerative
Shipping Plate
Lifting
(4 off)
brackets
Shipping Plate
Remove fixings
Remove fixings
Mounting Positions
Mounting Positions
Figure 3-1 Lifting Details (Frame H)
Lifting the Converter
Use a safe and suitable lifting procedure when moving the drive. Never lift the drive by its
terminal connections.
Prepare a clear, flat surface to receive the drive before attempting to move it. Do not damage
any terminal connections when putting the drive down.
Frame 4 & 5 converters have lifting eyes and a shipping plate fitted to the base to enable the
drive to be set-on-end by a forklift. Remove the shipping plate before wiring the power
terminals.
Frame H converters require the following:
x
The drive is supplied with a lifting bracket fitted to each corner for hoisting. Remove the
brackets when the drive is in its final position, however,
the fixings MUST be re-fitted.
Refer to Chapter 11: “Technical Specifications” - Fixing Types and Torques.
x
A shipping plate is fitted to the base to enable the drive to be set-on-end by a forklift.
Remove the plate before wiring the power terminals.