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Preface
This manual is designed to ensure correct and suitable
application of the Varispeed AC-Series Matrix Con-
verter (referred to as the “MxC”). Read this manual
before attempting to install, operate, maintain, or
inspect the MxC. This manual should be kept in a safe,
convenient location for future reference. Be sure to
have a thorough understanding of all precautions and
safety information before attempting to use this prod-
uct.
General Precautions
• The diagrams and illustrations in this manual may appear without the covers or safety shields that
are normally affixed to the actual product. This is to provide the user with a better idea of how
the interior of the MxC is designed. Be sure to restore all covers or shields before operating the
MxC, and to follow the instructions described in this manual once the application is running.
• Any illustrations, photographs, or examples used in this manual are provided as examples only.
Some illustrations may not apply to certain MxC models.
• The products and specifications described in this manual or the content and presentation of the
material may be changed without notice to improve the product and/or the manual.
• To order a new copy of this manual, contact your Yaskawa representatives or the nearest
Yaskawa sales office and provide the manual number shown on the front cover.
• If nameplates become warn or damaged, order new ones from your Yaskawa representatives or
the nearest Yaskawa sales office.