EPA @PAD Instruction Manual

Manual control unit for @DRIVE

®

@PAD

®

Quick
start-up

Paramet

erisation

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Instruction manual

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designations used in this manual may be legally protected even if
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liability for their free usage.
The illustrations and texts have been compiled with great care.
However, the possibility of errors cannot be ruled out. The
compilation is made without any guarantee.

General note on gender equality

EPA is aware of how language impacts gender equality and
always makes an effort to reflect this in documentation.
Nevertheless, for the sake of readability, we are unable to use
non-gender-specific terms throughout and use the masculine
form instead.

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manual may not be reproduced, stored, transmitted or translated
in any form or by means of any media - in whole or in part ­without prior written permission.

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Contents

1

Important information ........................................................ 2

1.1 Information about documentation .......................................................... 2

1.1.1

Other applicable documents ....................................................... 2

1.1.2

Storing the documentation ......................................................... 2

1.2

Symbols .......................................................................................... 3

1.2.1

Warnings ............................................................................... 3

1.2.2

Signal words ........................................................................... 3

1.2.3

Information ............................................................................ 3

1.2.4

Text symbols .......................................................................... 3

1.3

Qualified staff .................................................................................. 4

1.4

CE marking ...................................................................................... 4

1.5

Safety instructions ............................................................................. 4

1.5.1

General information ................................................................. 5

1.5.2

Disassembly & disposal .............................................................. 5

1.6

Proper use ...................................................................................... 6

1.7

Responsibility ................................................................................... 6

1.8

Contacts for further information ............................................................ 7

2 Overview of @PAD® ........................................................... 8

2.1 Scope of delivery ............................................................................. 8

2.2

Model description ............................................................................. 8

2.3

Description of @PAD® ......................................................................... 9

2.3.1

Functions .............................................................................. 9

3 Operation ..................................................................... 10

3.1 Function of buttons ........................................................................... 10

3.2

Navigation and input ......................................................................... 11

3.3

Menu ............................................................................................ 12

3.4

Motor detection ............................................................................... 13

3.5

Specifying nominal value for the rotation speed ........................................ 17

3.6

Parameter group menu (expert mode) .................................................... 18

4 Technical data ............................................................... 21

5 Approvals, standards and guidelines .................................... 21

5.1 Standards and guidelines .................................................................... 21

6 List of key words ............................................................ 22

7 Notes ........................................................................... 23

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1 Important information

This chapter contains important information on safe handling of the
product and the operating manual.

1.1 Information about documentation

The following information explains how to navigate through the
documentation.

Read this manual carefully in its entirety. It contains
important information for operating the @PAD

®

.

We assume no liability for any damage resulting from non-observance of
this manual.

This manual is a part of the product and should be stored in a safe
place. It applies exclusively to the @PAD

®

from EPA GmbH.

Provide the operator of the system with this manual so it is available
when needed.

1.1.1 Other applicable documents

This refers to all manuals that describe how to operate the drive control
system and any other manuals for the equipment used. Download the 3D
files (.stp) for @DRIVE

®

and adapter plates from

www.epa.de.
A description of parameters is available for download

(www.epa.de) for parametrising the drive control system. In the
download, you will find all information required for correct
parametrisation.

1.1.2 Storing the documentation

Store this manual and all other applicable documents safely so they are
available when needed.

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1.2 Symbols

1.2.1 Warnings

General warnings are labelled by a warning triangle with exclamation
points.

A warning triangle with a lightning bolt indicates the risk of hazardous
voltage.

1.2.2 Signal words

Signal words in warnings indicate the type and severity of the
consequences if measures to avoid danger are not followed.

• DANGER means that life-threatening personal injury can occur.

• WARNING means that severe personal injuries can occur.

• CAUTION means that mild to moderate personal injuries can

occur.

• NOTE means that material damage can occur.

1.2.3 Information

Important information without risks to persons or

property is represented by the symbol on the left.

1.2.4 Text symbols

1, 2, 3,
etc.

Sequential steps of an instruction



Effect of an instruction



Final result of an instruction

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1.3 Qualified staff

In the context of this operating manual and the information relating to
the product itself, qualified staff refers to electronics specialists who are
familiar with the installation, assembly, start-up and operation of the
drive control and the dangers involved, and whose specialist training and
knowledge of relevant standards and regulations provide them with the
necessary abilities.

1.4 CE marking

With the CE marking, we, as the manufacturer of the device, confirm that
the basic requirements of the following guidelines are met:

• Directive on Electromagnetic Compatibility (Directive
2004/108/EC of the Council)

You can download the Declaration of
Conformity at www.epa.de.

1.5 Safety instructions

The following warnings, precautionary measures and comments are
provided for your safety and serve to prevent damage to the drive control
and the components connected to it. This chapter contains warnings and
information that are generally applicable when handling drive controls.
They are split into general information, transport & storage and
dismantling & disposal.

Specific warnings and comments that apply to specific activities can be
found at the start of the appropriate chapters and are repeated or added
to at various critical points in these chapters.

Please read this information carefully as it is provided for your personal
safety and will also prolong the life of the drive control and connected
devices.

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1.5.1 General information

DANGER!
RISK OF DEATH DUE TO ROTATING PARTS!
The motor can rotate during the programming. Depending on the

equipment, this can cause a dangerous situation for persons and the
equipment.

Make sure that no one is located in hazardous zones and that the motor is

disconnected.

DANGER!
RISK OF DEATH DUE TO ELECTRIC SHOCK!
Hazardous currents are present on the motor and drive control. These can

lead to injury or death.
When working on the device, de-energize the device and secure it from

being switched on again.

NOTE
This operating manual must be kept near the device and available to all

users.

1.5.2 Disassembly & disposal

Components with electronic parts may not be disposed
of along with normal household waste. They have to be
collected separately with waste electrical and electronic

equipment in accordance with applicable legislation.

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1.6 Proper use

The application and performance parameters of the @DRIVE® drive
control from EPA GmbH are displayed and programmed with the @PAD

®

.

This device may only be used for the @DRIVE

®

drive control.

This device may only be used under the allowed environmental
conditions. Incorrect use may cause damage to the device. The @PAD

®

may only be used for its intended purpose. Any use that differs from or
goes beyond the stated intended purpose is considered non-intended
use. The manufacturer accepts no liability for any damage resulting from
such non-intended use. Modifications to the @PAD

®

are prohibited.

Any instance of misuse of the @PAD

®

will result in the termination of

the guarantee, warranty and general liability of the manufacturer.
The @PAD

®

may not be operated in areas where there is a danger

of explosion.
Repairs may only be performed by authorised repair bodies. Independent

and unauthorised intervention may result in death, injury or property
damage. The warranty provided by EPA will be invalidated in such cases.

1.7 Responsibility

As a basic principle, electronic devices are not fail-safe. The operator
and/or the contractor setting up the machine or system is responsible for
ensuring that the drive switches to a safe state if the device fails.

The “Electrical equipment of machines” section in DIN EN 60204-1; VDE
0113-1:2007-06, “Safety of machinery” describes the safety requirements
for electrical control units. These are provided for the safety of people
and machines and must be observed in order to retain the functional
capability of the machine or system.

An emergency stop feature does not have to result in the power supply to
the drive being switched off. To avoid dangerous situations, it may be
useful for individual drives to remain operational or for specific safety
procedures to be initiated. The effectiveness of emergency stop measures
is evaluated by means of a risk assessment for the machine or system and
its electrical equipment, and is determined by selecting a circuit category
according to DIN EN 13849 “Safety of machinery – Safety-related parts of
control systems”.