Siemens SINAMICS SL150 6SL38655UM427AA02 User manual

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Medium-Voltage Drive
SINAMICS SL150
Type 6SL38655UM427AA02
Operating Instructions
Installation Instructions
Edition 10/2019
This documentation pertains to
EXAMPLE

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Medium-Voltage Drive
SINAMICS SL150
Type 6SL38655UM427AA02
Operating Instructions
Installation Instructions
This documentation pertains to
EXAMPLE
Edition 10/2019
Introduction 1
Safety information 2
Description 3
Preparations for use 4
Mounting 5
Electrical connection 6
Commissioning 7
Operation 8
Maintenance 9
Spare parts 10
Disposal 11
Service & Support A
Technical specifications and
drawings B

Legal information
Warning notice system
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damage to property. The notices referring to your personal safety are highlighted in the manual by a safety alert
symbol, notices referring only to property damage have no safety alert symbol. These notices shown below are
graded according to the degree of danger.
DANGER
indicates that death or severe personal injury will result if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING
indicates that death or severe personal injury may result if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
indicates that minor personal injury can result if proper precautions are not taken.
NOTICE
indicates that property damage can result if proper precautions are not taken.
If more than one degree of danger is present, the warning notice representing the highest degree of danger will be
used. A notice warning of injury to persons with a safety alert symbol may also include a warning relating to property
damage.
Qualified Personnel
The product/system described in this documentation may be operated only by personnel qualified for the specific
task in accordance with the relevant documentation, in particular its warning notices and safety instructions. Qualified
personnel are those who, based on their training and experience, are capable of identifying risks and avoiding
potential hazards when working with these products/systems.
Proper use of Siemens products
Note the following:
WARNING
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documentation. If products and components from other manufacturers are used, these must be recommended or
approved by Siemens. Proper transport, storage, installation, assembly, commissioning, operation and
maintenance are required to ensure that the products operate safely and without any problems. The permissible
ambient conditions must be complied with. The information in the relevant documentation must be observed.
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Table of contents
1 Introduction...................................................................................................................................................9
1.1 About these Operating Instructions..........................................................................................9
1.2 Text format features .................................................................................................................9
2 Safety information.......................................................................................................................................11
2.1 Warning symbol on the device ...............................................................................................11
2.2 Qualified personnel ................................................................................................................11
2.3 The 5 safety rules...................................................................................................................11
2.4 Safe handling .........................................................................................................................12
2.5 Electromagnetic fields in electrical power engineering installations ......................................14
2.6 Components that can be destroyed by electrostatic discharge (ESD)...................................15
2.7 Information for nominated persons in control of an electrical installation...............................16
2.7.1 Proper usage..........................................................................................................................16
2.7.2 Grounding concept.................................................................................................................18
2.7.3 Installation site safety.............................................................................................................18
2.7.4 Instructions for inverters with no grounding switch ................................................................19
2.7.5 Measures for operator protection in electromagnetic fields ...................................................19
2.8 Residual risks.........................................................................................................................19
2.9 Security information ...............................................................................................................21
3 Description..................................................................................................................................................23
3.1 Applications............................................................................................................................23
3.2 Safety concept .......................................................................................................................23
3.3 Power unit ..............................................................................................................................24
3.3.1 Product features.....................................................................................................................24
3.3.2 Power unit components..........................................................................................................25
3.3.2.1 Components of the converter module ....................................................................................25
3.3.2.2 Design of the thyristor modules..............................................................................................26
3.3.2.3 AVT combination module .......................................................................................................28
3.3.2.4 Power Stack Adapter .............................................................................................................28
3.3.2.5 Current transformer................................................................................................................29
3.3.2.6 Surge arresters ......................................................................................................................29
3.3.2.7 Overview of the additional components .................................................................................29
3.3.3 Principle of operation .............................................................................................................29
3.3.3.1 Thyristor electronics ...............................................................................................................30
3.3.3.2 Voltage actual value sensing .................................................................................................31
3.4 Closed-loop control ................................................................................................................31
3.4.1 Description of the components...............................................................................................31
3.4.1.1 DC/DC converter....................................................................................................................31
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4 Preparations for use ...................................................................................................................................33
4.1 Requirements when mounting and installing the device ........................................................33
4.1.1 Requirements for installation location ....................................................................................33
4.1.2 Requirements placed on the levelness of the floor ................................................................33
4.2 Inspections when receiving the delivery.................................................................................34
4.2.1 Checking shock and tilt indicators..........................................................................................34
4.2.2 Checking the load handling attachments ...............................................................................35
4.3 Transportation ........................................................................................................................36
4.3.1 Transport markings ................................................................................................................36
4.3.2 Transport requirements..........................................................................................................36
4.3.3 Observe center of gravity .......................................................................................................37
4.3.4 Transport with a fork-lift truck.................................................................................................37
4.3.5 Transport with a crane ...........................................................................................................38
4.3.6 Using lifting rods.....................................................................................................................38
4.3.7 Transporting transportation units packed in boxes ................................................................40
4.4 Unpacking ..............................................................................................................................41
4.4.1 Removing the packaging........................................................................................................41
4.4.2 Removing load securing devices ...........................................................................................42
4.4.3 Lifting the cabinet off the transport pallet ...............................................................................42
4.4.4 Opening doors in preparation for use.....................................................................................43
4.4.5 Checking the shock and tilt indicators inside the cabinet.......................................................43
4.5 Storage...................................................................................................................................44
4.5.1 Emptying the drive .................................................................................................................44
4.5.2 Storing a device .....................................................................................................................44
5 Mounting.....................................................................................................................................................47
5.1 Safety instructions for installation...........................................................................................47
5.2 Torques ..................................................................................................................................48
6 Electrical connection...................................................................................................................................51
6.1 Safety instructions for electrical connection ...........................................................................51
6.2 Note regarding unshielded cables..........................................................................................53
6.3 Electromagnetic compatibility.................................................................................................53
6.4 Using the equipotential bonding strip and shield bus.............................................................56
6.5 Connecting the closed-loop control........................................................................................57
6.5.1 Connecting ground.................................................................................................................57
6.6 Interconnecting optional connections.....................................................................................57
6.7 Fastening the cable ducts with cable ties...............................................................................57
7 Commissioning ...........................................................................................................................................59
8 Operation....................................................................................................................................................61
8.1 Safety instructions for operation.............................................................................................61
8.2 Fault and system messages ..................................................................................................62
8.2.1 Diagnostics.............................................................................................................................62
8.2.1.1 Diagnostics via LEDs .............................................................................................................62
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9 Maintenance ...............................................................................................................................................65
9.1 Safety instructions for maintenance .......................................................................................65
9.2 Grounding the system ............................................................................................................67
9.3 Preventive maintenance.........................................................................................................67
9.3.1 Visual inspections ..................................................................................................................68
9.3.1.1 Equipment for visual inspections............................................................................................68
9.3.1.2 Checking the isolating clearances..........................................................................................68
9.3.1.3 Checking hoisting solenoids and security bolts......................................................................68
9.3.1.4 Checking the plug connections. .............................................................................................69
9.3.1.5 Checking the cable and screw terminals................................................................................69
9.3.1.6 Checking the cooling circuit ...................................................................................................69
9.4 Maintenance...........................................................................................................................69
9.4.1 Replacing a fan ......................................................................................................................69
9.4.2 Replacing the back-up battery of the AOP30 operator panel ................................................70
9.5 Cleaning .................................................................................................................................71
9.5.1 Cleaning aluminum parts .......................................................................................................72
9.5.2 Cleaning the cooling unit filter ................................................................................................72
9.6 Repairs...................................................................................................................................72
9.6.1 Replacing the snubber circuit resistor ....................................................................................74
9.6.2 Replacing the snubber circuit capacitor .................................................................................75
9.6.3 Replacing the CompactFlash card .........................................................................................76
9.6.4 Replacing the thyristor electronics and thyristors...................................................................76
9.6.4.1 Check components of the thyristor assembly ........................................................................76
9.6.4.2 Replacing thyristor electronics ...............................................................................................77
9.6.4.3 Replacing a thyristor ..............................................................................................................81
9.6.4.4 Disconnecting the fiber-optic cables ......................................................................................83
9.6.5 Replacing components in the cooling circuit ..........................................................................84
10 Spare parts .................................................................................................................................................87
11 Disposal......................................................................................................................................................89
11.1 Disposing of packaging material ............................................................................................89
11.2 Removing device components and old devices .....................................................................89
A Service & Support.......................................................................................................................................91
A.1 Siemens Industry Online Support ..........................................................................................91
A.2 SIOS App ...............................................................................................................................92
B Technical specifications and drawings .......................................................................................................93
B.1 Standards and regulations .....................................................................................................93
B.2 Environmental conditions .......................................................................................................94
Index...........................................................................................................................................................97
Tables
Table 3-1 Additional components for completion of the power module.......................................................29
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Table 5-1 Tightening torque for screws.......................................................................................................48
Table 5-2 Tightening torques for screw terminals for copper cables without cable lug 1)...........................48
Table 8-1 LEDs of the Power Stack Adapters ............................................................................................62
Table 9-1 Technical specifications of the backup battery............................................................................70
Table 9-2 Torques of the capacitor connections .........................................................................................75
Table B-1 Standards and regulations ..........................................................................................................93
Table B-2 Climatic environmental conditions...............................................................................................94
Table B-3 Mechanical ambient conditions ...................................................................................................94
Table B-4 Other ambient conditions ............................................................................................................95
Figures
Figure 3-1 Schematic diagram: Components of the converter module ........................................................25
Figure 3-2 Example: Clamped thyristor assembly comprising 2 x 12 thyristors and 2 x 13 heat sinks ........26
Figure 3-3 Schematic diagram of the thyristor module cooling system ........................................................27
Figure 3-4 AVT combination module ............................................................................................................28
Figure 3-5 Example: Power Stack Adapter...................................................................................................28
Figure 3-6 Overview of the voltage sensing circuit.......................................................................................31
Figure 4-1 Example of attaching and displaying the shock and tilt indicators ..............................................35
Figure 4-2 Example illustration of centers of gravity.....................................................................................37
Figure 4-3 Lifting bar label............................................................................................................................39
Figure 4-4 Securing the lifting rods...............................................................................................................39
Figure 4-5 Transporting a transportation unit (still in packaging) with a crane .............................................41
Figure 4-6 Example: Cover screw for manual door interlocking...................................................................43
Figure 6-1 Shield connection using a clip.....................................................................................................55
Figure 6-2 Bridging shield gaps....................................................................................................................55
Figure 6-3 Equipotential bonding strip..........................................................................................................56
Figure 6-4 Grounding lug..............................................................................................................................57
Figure 6-5 Schematic diagram: Fastening the cable ties..............................................................................57
Figure 9-1 Replacing the backup battery......................................................................................................70
Figure 9-2 Replacing the snubber circuit resistor .........................................................................................74
Figure 9-3 Thyristor rack position .................................................................................................................77
Figure 9-4 Disengaging the interlocking on the thyristor electronics ............................................................79
Figure 9-5 Open-ended wrench in groove....................................................................................................82
Figure 9-6 Releasing a fiber-optic cable.......................................................................................................83
Figure 9-7 Replacing components in the cooling circuit ...............................................................................84
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Introduction 1
1.1 About these Operating Instructions
These Operating Instructions describe the device and provide you with information about
handling it - from the initial shipment up to disposal. Keep these instructions for later use.
Read these Operating Instructions and comply with the information provided in them. In this
way you can ensure safe, problem-free operation and a long service life.
Safety information and handling-related warnings are provided in these Operating Instructions.
For your own safety, the safety of other persons and to avoid material damage, carefully follow
these instructions when carrying out any work.
If you have suggestions for improving the document, please contact our Service Center
(Page 91).
1.2 Text format features
Text format features
You can find the following text format features in these instructions:
1. Handling instructions are always formatted as a numbered list. Always perform the steps in
the order given.
● Lists are formatted as bulleted lists.
– Lists on the second level are hyphenated.
Note
The note provides you with additional information about the product itself, handling the product
- and the relevant documentation.
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Introduction
1.2 Text format features
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Safety information 2
In the individual chapters of this document, you will find safety instructions that must be obeyed
absolutely, for your own safety, to protect other people and to avoid damage to property.
Carefully comply with the following safety instructions when performing all of the activities.
2.1 Warning symbol on the device
Please observe the warning symbols attached to the device. The warning symbols have the
following meaning:
Warning symbol Meaning
Warning: Voltage
Warning: Hot surface
General warning symbol: Observe the explanations about the hazard on the
device labels.
For transportation, observe the "transportation markings (Page 36)" on the device packaging.
2.2 Qualified personnel
The product/system described in this documentation may only be operated by personnel
qualified for the specific task in accordance with the relevant documentation for the specific
task, in particular its warning notices and safety instructions. Because of their training and
experience, qualified personnel can recognize any risks involved with handling these products/
systems and avoid any possible dangers.
2.3 The 5 safety rules
For your own personal safety and to prevent material damage when carrying out any work,
always observe the safety-relevant instructions and the following five safety rules according to
EN 50110‑1 "Working in a voltage-free state". Apply the five safety rules in the sequence stated
before starting work.
5 safety rules
1. Disconnect the system.
Also disconnect the auxiliary circuits, for example, anti-condensation heating.
2. Secure against reconnection.
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3. Verify absence of operating voltage.
4. Ground and short-circuit.
5. Provide protection against adjacent live parts.
To energize the system, apply the measures in reverse order.
2.4 Safe handling
Danger as a result of high voltages from external supplies
Even if the circuit breaker is open, parts of the converter can be under voltage (live) as a result
of the auxiliary voltage at the premagnetization, precharging or demagnetization transformers.
This danger is not limited to the converter, but can also occur with components that are
electrically connected to the converter (e.g. circuit breakers or isolators). Touching live parts
can result in death, serious injury, and damage to property.
● Isolate all components that can feed voltage to the converter before commencing work.
Danger due to high voltage in operation
When operating this equipment very high voltages develop. Even after switching off the mains
voltage, or while the connected machine is still turning, high voltages can remain for a
prolonged length of time. High voltages can cause death or serious injury if the safety rules are
not observed or if the equipment is handled incorrectly.
● Operate the device properly.
● Always follow the "The five safety rules (Page 11)" when performing any work.
● Service and maintain the device regularly and correctly.
Danger as a result of induced voltage
Rotating machinery can induce dangerous high voltages and synchronous motors that are not
de-excited immediately can also pose a hazard. If the connection to the motor is not isolated or
grounded, these voltages can also remain. Touching live parts can result in death or serious
injury.
● Before opening the doors, wait until the connected machine has come to a standstill.
Danger due to high auxiliary voltages
High auxiliary voltages are still present even after shutdown. Touching live parts can result in
death or serious injury.
● Observe the five safety rules when performing any work.
Safety information
2.4 Safe handling
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Danger due to hazardous arcing
Hazards caused by arcing can occur as result of the following factors, for example:
● The input currents are exceeded.
● Incorrectly dimensioned circuit breaker or transformers.
● Incorrectly connected cables or cables that have not been connected.
● Contamination and dirt.
● Tools that have been forgotten, e.g. when mounting and installing the equipment.
Arcing can result in death, serious injury or material damage.
● Make sure that the system is properly dimensioned and that the power cables are correctly
connected. The maximum permissible input currents are listed in the "Technical
specifications".
● Remove contamination and dirt.
● After installation and mounting, carefully check that no objects have been left in the device.
Danger due to live stationary parts, moving or rotating parts
Contact with the parts mentioned can result in death, serious physical injury or damage to
property.
● Observe the instructions regarding installation and operation.
● Always take protective measures before touching any components.
● Do not remove any covers.
Risk of burns due to hot component surfaces
Certain components (e.g. heat sinks and reactors) can become very hot during operation.
These components can remain hot for a long time after operation. Contact can result in serious
injury, such as skin burns.
● After the device has been shut down, do not touch any hot components.
Risk of injury at places that are difficult to access
If you do not use appropriate protective equipment when working in places that are difficult to
access you are at risk of injury. For example, sharp edges and splinters can cause injuries to
the head and skin. If you carry out work in the upper section using unsuitable ladders or similar,
you can fall and injure yourself.
● Use appropriate protective equipment, especially a hard hat and gloves.
● Use suitable steps or ladders when working in the upper area.
Safety information
2.4 Safe handling
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Injury caused by deionized water
Deionized water is harmful to eyes and skin and can damage surfaces.
● Therefore, use appropriate protective clothing for all work on the converter. However, if your
eyes or skin do come into contact with deionized water, rinse the affected area thoroughly
with tap water as soon as possible.
● If deionized water leaks out, eliminate the source of the problem and remove the liquid from
the surfaces affected.
Shutdown as a result of an incorrect residual current monitoring device
If you use a residual current monitoring device (RCD), it is possible that the residual current
monitoring device will trip in error (nuisance trip). The converter may be switched off as a result
of the protection device tripping in error.
● To minimize the risk of faulty trips, use a type-B RCD.
2.5 Electromagnetic fields in electrical power engineering installations
Electromagnetic fields are generated during operation of electrical power engineering
installations. Electromagnetic fields can interfere with electronic devices, These devices can
malfunction if electromagnetic fields are present.
WARNING
Interference with pacemakers
The functioning of cardiac pacemakers could be impaired by electromagnetic fields. Death or
serious physical injury can result.
● As a consequence, it is not permissible for people with pacemakers to stand close to the
device.
NOTICE
Data loss
Electromagnetic fields can cause data loss to magnetic or electronic data storage media.
● Therefore, do not carry magnetic or electronic data storage media with you.
Nominated persons in control of electrical installations can find further information on
electromagnetic fields under "Information for persons responsible for plants and systems."
Safety information
2.5 Electromagnetic fields in electrical power engineering installations
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2.6 Components that can be destroyed by electrostatic discharge (ESD)
ESD guidelines
NOTICE
Electrostatic discharge
Electronic components can be destroyed in the event of improper handling, transport, storage,
and shipping.
Pack the electronic components in appropriate ESD packaging; e.g. ESD foam, ESD
packaging bags and ESD transport containers.
To protect your equipment against damage, follow the instructions given below.
● Avoid physical contact with electronic components. If it is essential that you perform work on
these components, you must wear one of the following pieces of protective gear:
– Grounded ESD wrist strap
– ESD shoes or ESD shoe grounding strips if there is also an ESD floor.
● Do not place electronic components close to data terminals, monitors or televisions.
Maintain a minimum clearance to the screen (> 10 cm).
● Electronic components should not be brought into contact with electrically insulating
materials such as plastic foil, plastic parts, insulating table supports or clothing made of
synthetic fibers.
● Bring components into contact only with ESD-compliant materials, e.g. ESD tables, ESD
surfaces, ESD packaging.
● Only carry out measurements on the components if one of the following conditions is met:
– The measuring device is grounded with a protective conductor, for example.
– The measuring head of a floating measuring device has been discharged directly before
the measurement.
The necessary ESD protective measures for the entire working range for electrostatically
sensitive devices are illustrated once again in the following drawings.
Precise instructions for ESD protective measures are specified in the standard
DIN EN 61340‑5‑1.
Safety information
2.6 Components that can be destroyed by electrostatic discharge (ESD)
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①Sitting a Conductive floor cover‐
ing 1)
d ESD clothing
②Standing b ESD furniture e ESD wrist strap
③Standing/sitting c Wearing of ESD shoes or
ESD shoe grounding
strips 2)
f Cabinet ground connection
1) Only effective in conjunction with ESD shoes or ESD shoe grounding strips
2) Only effective in conjunction with conductive floor covering
2.7 Information for nominated persons in control of an electrical
installation
2.7.1 Proper usage
These devices are intended to be permanently installed in closed and dry rooms with a clean
atmosphere. You can find the ambient and operating temperatures to be adhered to in the
technical data. If the described environmental conditions are not observed, warranty claims
and other claims may be rejected.
Explosions
If you operate the device in a hazardous zone, explosions can occur which can cause death,
serious injuries or material damage.
● Never operate the device in an explosive atmosphere (hazardous zone).
Non-observance of proper usage
Improper use of the devices described can result in death, severe injury or material damage.
● Please observe all instructions for proper use.
Safety information
2.7 Information for nominated persons in control of an electrical installation
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The nominated person in control of an electrical installation must ensure that the following
points are observed:
● Follow the local and industry-specific safety and setup regulations. Observe the
requirements in the guidelines specified in the "Standards and regulations" section of the
"Technical data and drawings." Ensure that the specific safety and construction regulations
and the regulations for using personal protective equipment are observed during all work.
● The operating instructions and the complete product documentation are always available
when carrying out any work.
● The technical data as well as the specifications relating to the permissible installation,
connection, ambient and operating conditions are taken into account at all times.
● Only qualified personnel or personnel supervised by responsible, skilled specialists are
allowed to carry out basic planning and all work on the device.
● During shipping, specific transport conditions are adhered to.
● Assembly is performed according to assembly instructions. Separate cabinet units are
connected properly (cables and busbars).
● All instructions for EMC-compatible installation, cabling, shielding, grounding, and for
adequate auxiliary power supply are to be observed.
● Commissioning is only to be performed by qualified personnel trained for that purpose in
accordance with the commissioning instructions.
● System configuration is carried out by an experienced system integrator. Additional system
components - such as circuit-breaker, transformer, cables and motor - are coordinated and
harmonized with one another for converter operation.
● The device is only operated in conjunction with the engineered components.
● Different operating modes, overloads, load cycles, and differing environmental conditions
are permitted only after special arrangement with the manufacturer.
Make use of the support and services offered by the relevant service center for planning,
installation, commissioning, and servicing work. You can find the relevant contact person under
"Service & Support (Page 91)".
See also
Standards and regulations (Page 93)
Safety information
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2.7.2 Grounding concept
Draw-up a grounding concept and integrate the device into this concept. The grounding
concept must take into consideration national provisions and system specifics. Ensure that the
following criteria are fulfilled:
● At the installation site, the various subunits must be screwed together to establish a good
electrical connection between them.
● If shield busbars are provided, these must be connected together.
● The protective grounding conductor must be connected to the system the grounding point.
Select the highest cross-section of the protective grounding conductor from one of the
following variants:
– According to local wiring regulations
– Calculated according to IEC 60364-5-54, 543.1
– Half a phase conductor cross-section
2.7.3 Installation site safety
Danger due to an unsecured installation location
This device is used in industrial power installations. Improper use, incorrect operation,
insufficient maintenance, and access by unauthorized persons can lead to accidents. The
results can be death, serious bodily injury or damage to property.
● Install the device in electrical rooms where only qualified personnel have access. If this is
not possible, then ensure that a barrier prevents uncontrolled access. Use safety fences and
appropriate signs, for example, to prevent unauthorized entry to the zone that has been
fenced off.
● Place notices that indicate that only trained personnel are allowed to operate and carry out
maintenance and repair work.
● To comply with safety regulations, equip plants and systems with additional monitoring and
protective devices. Follow technical equipment legislation and accident prevention
regulations.
Note
The converter will be supplied on request without an electromechanical door interlocking
system if space is restricted. In this instance, the customer must provide an access interlock
system compliant with IEC 61800-5 /-1.
Safety information
2.7 Information for nominated persons in control of an electrical installation
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2.7.4 Instructions for inverters with no grounding switch
Note
The drive does not have a grounding breaker at the input/output. The system operator must,
therefore, ensure that there is sufficient grounding.
2.7.5 Measures for operator protection in electromagnetic fields
The plant operator is responsible for taking the following appropriate measures (labels and
hazard warnings) to adequately protect operating personnel against any possible risk.
● Observe the relevant nationally applicable health and safety regulations or the applicable
national regulations in the country of installation. In Germany, "electromagnetic fields" are
subject to regulations BGV B11 and BGR B11 stipulated by the German statutory industrial
accident insurance institution.
● Display adequate hazard warning notices on the installation.
● Place barriers around hazardous areas.
● Take measures, e.g. using shields, to reduce electromagnetic fields at their source.
● Make sure that personnel are wearing the appropriate protective gear.
2.8 Residual risks
According to the EU machinery directive, machine manufacturers / plant operators must
conduct a risk assessment of their machine. Plant operators must conduct a risk assessment
of their plant. In particular, pay attention to Annex 1 "General Principles" of the EU machinery
directive.
Safety information
2.8 Residual risks
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Pay attention to the following residual risks:
● Unintentional movements of driven machine parts
Unintentional movements of driven machine parts can occur during commissioning,
operation, maintenance, and repair, e.g. from the following causes:
– Hardware defects and/or software errors in the sensors, controllers, actuators, and
connection technology
– Response times of the controller and drive
– Operating and/or environmental conditions outside of the specification
– Condensation/conductive contamination
– Parameterization, programming, cabling, and installation errors
– Use of radio devices/cell phones in the immediate vicinity of the controller
– External influences/damage
● High temperatures and emissions
A fault can occur as a result of the following, for example:
– Component malfunctions
– Software errors
– Operating and/or environmental conditions outside of the specification
– External influences/damage
For instance, a fault can have the following effects:
– Extraordinarily high temperatures, including open fires as a result of the fault
– Emissions of light, noise, particles or gases
Devices with "Open Type/IP20 degree of protection" must be installed in an electrical room
or a comparable environment.
● Hazardous shock voltages
Hazardous shock voltages can result from the following causes, for example:
– Component malfunctions
– Induction of voltages in moving motors
– Operating and/or environmental conditions outside of the specification
– Condensation/conductive contamination
– External influences/damage
● The release of substances and emissions that are harmful to the environment
Improper operation or the improper disposal of components can harm the environment.
Safety information
2.8 Residual risks
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