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Section 1
General Information
Introduction
This manual provides general information and operating
instructions for Dynamatic air cooled, adjustable speed
drives, consisting of a magnetic clutch and a flange
mounted, AC motor. This manual generally covers all
model numbers beginning with the letters DCD, followed
by a hyphen and a number between 132 and 225, and
ending with a hyphen followed by a number between 4041
and 4181. Section 2 of this manual provides detailed
information regarding the various models covered.
All drives covered by this manual require a separately
mounted Dynamatic® electronic controller to provide the
necessary DC coil excitation and closed loop speed or
torque control (see the controller manual for details).
The information, drawings and data included in this
manual are generally applicable to the products covered
but may not include every detail pertaining to specific
equipment provided for an individual customer order.
Certified drawings and other information provided for
specific items of equipment shall take precedence over
this manual when the two differ in content.
The instructions given are arranged in the order they
would normally be used. They begin with general
information and proceed from receiving, handling and
storage, through installation, operation, start-up and
maintenance to modifications.
Technical Assistance
While every effort has been made to provide a complete
and accurate instruction manual, there is no substitute for
trained, qualified personnel to handle unusual situations.
It is best to request assistance through the
DSI/Dynamatic® Service Repair Department, 1-800/548-
2169.
Safety
Electrical rotating equipment and associated controls can
be dangerous. Therefore, it is essential that only trained
personnel be allowed to work with this equipment, under
competent supervision. The danger is increased when the
equipment is not handled, installed, maintained or used
properly.
Read appropriate sections of this manual before
beginning work. Become especially familiar with all safety
instructions and procedures. Heed any hazard labels on
the equipment and be sure to instruct others in their
meaning and importance. The various types of labels
used to alert personnel of hazards and their degree of
hazard potential are as follows:
DANGER:
Used to call attention to an immediate hazard,
where failure to follow instructions could be fatal.
WARNING:
Identifies hazards having possibilities for
injury to personnel.
CAUTION:
Used to warn of potential hazards and unsafe
practices.
INSTRUCTION NOTE:
Used where there is a need for
special instruction relating to safety, proper operation or
maintenance.
Hazard Label Examples
See Figure 1-1 for examples of the hazard labels that may
appear on this equipment. Study them carefully; they are
put on the unit for safety. Acquaint maintenance and
operating personnel with their appearance and content.
Training
Training programs are an essential part of safe and
correct operation. Training provides the knowledge
necessary to obtain top performance from your
equipment. DSI/Dynamatic® recognizes this fact and
conducts training schools to educate your plant personnel
in safe maintenance and operating procedures. Special
training schools structured around your specific
equipment can be arranged.
Receiving and Damage Claims
This equipment is assembled and tested prior to shipment
to make sure it functions property. After testing, the unit is
carefully packed for shipment, using approved packaging
methods. The carrier, in accepting the shipment, agrees
that the packing is proper and assumes the responsibility
for safe delivery.
Although every precaution is taken to assure that your
equipment arrives in good condition, a careful inspection
should be made on delivery. Check all items against the
packing list to be sure the shipment is complete; then
carefully inspect for damage. Any evidence of rough
handling may be an indication of hidden damage.
NOTE:
Shipping damages are not covered by the
warranty; the carrier assumes responsibility for safe
delivery. If you note damage or missing items,
immediately
file a claim with the carrier. At the same
time, notify the DSI/Dynamatic® customer service
department. To expedite this service, refer to your
equipment by purchase order, model, PRO and serial
number.