
Pos. Description
IP Input power
CP Control panel
P Pump
N1 1. T/P: thermal switch
2. S/S: seal sensor
A Auto
M Manual
O Off
I On
SR/S Start-stop
OL Overload
RU Run
S Stop
F Fault
Y Yellow
R Red
G Green
RES Reset
N2 F/L: level controller
5.2 Frequency converter operation
Frequency converter is available only for
DPK 19kW and 22kW versions. Other
DPK pumps cannot be operated with
frequency converter.
In principle, all three-phase motors can be connected
to a frequency converter. However, frequency
converter operation often exposes the motor
insulation system to a heavier load and causes the
motor to be more noisy. In addition, large motors
driven with a frequency converter are loaded by
bearing currents.
For frequency converter operation, observe the
following:
• The thermal protection of the motor must be
connected.
• Peak voltage and dU/dt must be according to the
table below. The values stated are maximum
values supplied to the motor terminals. The cable
influence is not taken into account. See the
frequency converter data sheet regarding the
actual values and the cable influence on the peak
voltage and dU/dt.
• Use a screened power cable if there is a risk that
electrical noise may disturb other electrical
equipment.
• Set the frequency converter U/f ratio according to
the motor data.
• The locked-rotor torque can be lower depending
on the type of the frequency converter.
• The noise level may increase. See the installation
and operating instructions of the chosen
frequency converter.
• Minimum switching frequency is 2 kHz. Variable
switching frequency is accepted.
• Do not exceed the frequency indicated on the
nameplate as this may cause motor overload.
• Keep the power cable as short as possible. The
peak voltage increases with the length of the
power cable.
• Use input and output filters on the frequency
converter.
• Do not reduce the motor speed to less than 30%
of the rated speed.
• Keep the flow velocity above 1m/sec.
• Let the pump run at rated speed at least once a
day to prevent sedimentation in the pipe system.
Maximum repetitive peak
voltage
[V]
Maximum dU/dt UN 400 V
[V/μ sec.]
850 2000
Frequency converter use may reduce life
span of the bearings and the shaft seal,
depending on the operating mode and
other circumstances.
5.3 Thermal protection
One thermal switch is built into the motor winding and
breaks the circuit in case of overheating.
In case of intermittent operation with the water level
up to half of the motor, the thermal switch inside the
motor winding might be activated and cause the
pump to stop.
DPK 19 and 22 kW
• Thermal switch: as standard, a Klixon thermal
switch is installed, opening at a temperature of
130 °C.
Connect the thermal switch according to the wiring
diagram. Make sure that the alarm output causes a
motor stop in case of high temperature in the motor.
The thermal switch must be connected to the control
wire of the power cable inside the pump and to the
safety circuit of the separate pump controller.
5.3.1 Inspections after electrical connection
Use a multimeter to check the two signal wires of the
power cable. The circuit must be closed and the
resistance must be less than 1 Ohm.
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English (GB)