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Motortronics 

 

Chapter 1 - General Information

 

 

 
1.1 Description

 

 
The Motortronics 

MWH Series 

Solid State Motor Winding Heater is designed to prevent condensation build-up by 

applying a low level 

current to the AC motor windings when the motor is in the “off” condition. Motor windings are 

susceptible to condensation formation each time the motor is stopped and the windings

’ temperature drops below 

the dew point. Over a period of time this condensation build- up can degrade the insulation of the windings and 
cause a short circuit when the motor is started. The same problem can occur when motors are not operated for an 
extended period of time. This is especially true for damp and humid locations. 

 

1.2 Features

 

 
Fully Automatic Operation

 

 
The Motortronics 

MWH Series 

is designed for fully automatic operation. It turns on approximately one minute after 

it receives power. When the motor is started the MWH is instantly turned off. The MWH turns back on 
approximately one minute after the motor is turned off. 

 

Overload Sensing

 

 
With the optional overload sensing, the MWH can be disabled automatically when a motor overload trip occurs. 
The heater will go back on-line automatically after the overload is reset. This prevents additional motor heating 
when a trip occurs providing faster motor cool down after a thermal overload trip condition. 

 

 
LED Status Display

 

 
Indicator lights on the MWH inform the operator of the unit status. The POWER ON indicator shows that the power 
is on and both of the MWH fuses are good. The ENABLE indicator shows that the motor is off and the MWH 
control interlock is closed. The OUTPUT ON indicator shows that the MWH is supplying power to the motor 
windings. 

 

Designed for Safety

 

 
The 

MWH Series 

is supplied in a compact open chassis design. Optional NEMA 1 enclosures are also available. 

The front cover of the unit is fiber- glass insulation material which shields against accidental contact with electrically 
live parts. 

 

 

 

Содержание MWH Series

Страница 1: ...MO T O R T R O N I C S T M S o l i dS t a t eA CMo t o r C o n t r o l I N S T A L L A T I O N S T A R T U PMA N U A L M W H 1 0 t o 8 0 A m p M o d e l s H e a t e r C o n t r o l l e r S e r i e s ...

Страница 2: ...iption 3 1 2 Features 3 1 3 Specifications 4 1 4 Receiving and Unpacking 4 1 5 Dimensions 4 2 Installation 5 2 1 Wiring 5 3 Operation 8 4 Diagrams 9 4 1 MWH 10 Amp Model 9 4 2 MWH 25 Amp Model 10 4 3 MWH 50 Amp Model 11 4 4 MWH 80 Amp Model 12 WARRANTY INFORMATION 13 ...

Страница 3: ...en the motor is started the MWH is instantly turned off The MWH turns back on approximately one minute after the motor is turned off Overload Sensing With the optional overload sensing the MWH can be disabled automatically when a motor overload trip occurs The heater will go back on line automatically after the overload is reset This prevents additional motor heating when a trip occurs providing f...

Страница 4: ... protect the MWH Transient Protection An RC snubber circuit across the SCR protects it from rapid rate of change in the system voltage A metal oxide varistor MOV protects the unit against voltage spikes on the line 1 4 Receiving and Unpacking Unpacking Carefully unpack the unit from the shipping carton and inspect it for shipping damages Immediately report any damages to the carrier Mounting Selec...

Страница 5: ...roper orientation is required to achieve proper convention cooling of the solid state power device SCR 2 Remove the front cover of the winding heater for access to the power and control connections 3 Recommended fuse and power wire sizes for MWH Table 3 Table 4 MAXIMUM MWH AMP WIRE SIZE TYPE AWG REPLACEMENT FUSE F1 F2 10 14 Class T 600V 15 A Class CC 20A Time Delay 25 8 Class T 600V 30 A Class T 6...

Страница 6: ...lly closed auxiliary contact on the motor starter to the terminals labeled SW Use AWG 16 wire for the circuit 7 If your system does not utilize a heater off on switch connect the normally closed auxiliary contact directly to the terminals labeled SW TB1 Note The cover of the motor winding heater depicts the connection diagram See wiring diagrams below 8 If required connect the normally open contac...

Страница 7: ...ITH A MOTOR WINDING HEATER VOLTAGE IS PRESENT AT MOTOR TERMINALS EVEN WHEN MOTOR STARTER IS OPEN BEFORE SERVICING MOTOR OR MOTOR WIRING ALWAYS DISCONNECT MAIN POWER AHEAD OF MOTOR STARTER Sample Warning Label 11 If the motor winding heater is to be paralleled with a soft start the customer must provide an isolation contactor between the output of the MWH and the motor as shown in the figure below ...

Страница 8: ...ltage to the motor 4 The output voltage to the motor is factory set for 8 to 9 of the line voltage Measured with an RMS AC Voltmeter Maximum range of this adjustment is approximately 15 of line voltage Note Caution must be used when adjusting the output Too high a setting may cause excessive heating in the motor 5 During initial start up monitor the output current to the motor Use a DC clamp on am...

Страница 9: ...Motortronics 9 4 0 Diagrams 4 1 MWH 10A Model ...

Страница 10: ...Motortronics 10 4 2 MWH 25A Model ...

Страница 11: ...Motortronics 11 4 3 MWH 50A Model ...

Страница 12: ...Motortronics 12 4 4 MWH 80A Model ...

Страница 13: ...ese differences and the wide variety of applications for solid state controls each application designer must verify that the solid state equipment is acceptable for his application In no event will Motortronics be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this equipment The diagrams and illustrations in this document are included solely fo...

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