VFD68 Variable Frequency Drives (230 or 460 VAC)
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Mount the VFD vertically (Figure 5) in an acceptable NEMA-rated enclosure on a non-flammable surface.
When you drill mounting holes and mount the VFD, ensure that you do not allow metal chips or other material
to enter the VFD housing.
See Figure 6 and Table 5 for mounting space requirements.
Table 5: Required Clearance
Dimension
3.7 kW (5 HP) or Less
5.5–7.5 kW (7-1/2 to 10 HP)
A
100 mm (4 in.) or more
100 mm (4 in.) or more
B
10 mm (7/16 in.) or more
50 mm (2 in.) or more
C
Figure 5: Mounting the VFD68 Drive
2 to 10 HP, 230 VAC
1/2 to 10 HP, 460 VAC
1/8 to 1 HP, 230 VAC
Front cover
Wiring cover
Front cover
Wiring cover
FIG
:V
F
D
6
8_i
ns
tl
l
Figure 6: Required Clearance for Mounting Inside an Enclosure
5.5 to 7.5 kW (7-1/2 to 10 HP)
F
IG
:c
lr
n
c_
rq
rd
Side
VFD
3.7 kW (5 HP) or Less
C
A
A
Front
VFD
VFD
B
B
B
A
A
A
A
Side
Front
VFD
VFD
VFD
A
A
A
A
A
A
B
B
B
C
