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Preface
Thank you for choosing EPA’s VFD-L series AC Drive. The VFD-L series is manufactured using
high-quality components, material and incorporating the latest microprocessor technology available.
This manual will help in the installation, parameter setting, troubleshooting, and daily maintenance of
the AC motor drive. To guarantee safe operation of the equipment, read the following safety
guidelines before connecting power to the AC motor drive. Keep this operating manual handy and
distribute to all users for reference.
Important Notes:
DANGER! AC input power must be disconnected before any maintenance. Do not connect or
disconnect wires while power is applied to the circuit. Only qualified technicians should perform
maintenance on the VFD-L.
CAUTION!
components are especially sensitive to static electricity. To avoid damaging these components,
do not touch the circuit boards with metal objects or your bare hands.
DANGER!
after the power has been turned off. To avoid personal injury, do not remove the cover of the AC
drive until all “DISPLAY LED” lights on the digital keypad are off. Please note that there are live
components exposed when the AC drive is open,. Be careful to not touch these live parts.
CAUTION!
comply with the laws of the country where the AC drive is to be installed.
DANGER!
input/output terminals. Never connect the AC drive output terminals U/T1, V/T2, W/T3 directly
to the AC main circuit power supply.
There are highly sensitive MOS components on the printed circuit boards. These
A charge may still remain in the DC-link capacitor with hazardous voltages even
Ground the VFD-L using the ground terminal. The grounding method must
The AC drive may be destroyed beyond repair if power is misapplied to the
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Chapter 1 Receiving and Inspection
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This VFD-L AC drive has gone through rigorous quality control tests at the factory before shipment.
Since many things may happen during shipping, please check for the following after receiving the
AC motor drive.
◎ Inspect the unit to insure it was not damaged during shipment.
◎ Make sure that the part number indicated on the nameplate corresponds with the part number of
NOTE: Do not plug in a Modem or telephone line to the RS-485 communication port,
permanent damage may result. Terminals 1 & 2 are the power source for the
optional copy keypad and should not be used while using RS-485
communication.
*If the AC Drive model is VFD002L11A/B, VFD004L11A/B, VFD002L21B, VFD004L21B
or VFD007L21B, please use power terminals R/L1 and S/L2.
*If the AC Drive model is VFD002L21A, VFD004L21A or VFD007L21A, 3 phase power
may be used on R/L1, S/L2, T/L3.
*If the AC Drive model is VFD015L23A, single phase power is not allowed.
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Main circuit wiring
AC line input terminals
grounding
Single phase models input from R/L1, S/L2
R/L1 S/L2
T/L3
LED display
UP/DOWN
Function
Display key
Data
Frequency
Confirmation key
setting knob
RUN/STOP
Motor capacity
and input power
The signal selection
for AVI to input
DC0~+10V
or 4~20 mA
U/T1 V/T2 W/T3
RS485
communication
port
Motor connections U/T1, V/T2, W/T3
Grounding
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Wiring Notes: PLEASE READ PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
1.
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CAUTION:
Do not connect the AC input to any of the U/T1, V/T2, W/T3 terminals, as it will
damage the AC drive.
2.
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WARNING:
Ensure all screws are tightened to the proper torque rating.
3. During installation, follow all national and local electrical, construction, and safety codes for the
country the drive is to be installed in.
4. Ensure the appropriate protective devices (circuit breaker or fuses) are connected between the
power supply and AC drive.
5. Make sure that the leads are connected correctly and the AC drive is properly grounded. (Ground
resistance should not exceed 0.1Ω.)
6. Use ground leads that comply with AWG/MCM standards and keep them as short as possible.
7. Multiple VFD-L units can be installed in one location. All the units should be grounded directly to
a common ground terminal. The VFD-L ground terminals may also be connected in parallel, as
shown in the figure below.
Ensure there are no ground loops.
Forward
running
When the AC drive output terminals U/T1, V/T2, and W/T3 are connected to the motor terminals
8.
U, V, and W, respectively, the motor will rotate counterclockwise (as viewed from the shaft ends
of the motor) when a forward operation command is received. To reverse the direction of motor
rotation, switch over any of the two motor leads.
9. Make sure that the power is capable of supplying the correct voltage and required current to the
AC drive.
10. Do not attach or remove wiring when power is applied to the AC drive.
11. Do not monitor the signals on the circuit board while the AC drive is in operation.
12. Route the power and control wires separately, or orthogonal to each other.
13. If a filter is required for reducing EMI (Electro-Magnetic Interference), install it as close as
possible to AC drive. EMI can also be reduced by lowering the Carrier Frequency.
14. If the AC drive is installed in the place where a load reactor is needed, install the filter close to
U/T1, V/T2, W/T3 side of AC drive. Do not use a Capacitor or L-C Filter (Inductance-Capacitance)
or R-C Filter (Resistance-Capacitance).
15. When using a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt), select current sensor with minimum current
200mA, and minimum detection time 0.1-second to avoid nuisance tripping.
1-00 Maximum operation Freq.50.0 ~ 400Hz 60.0
1-01 Maximum setting Freq. 10.0 ~ 400Hz 60.0
1-02 Maximum output voltage 2.0 ~ 255V 220
1-03 Mid-point freq. 1.0 ~ 400Hz 1.0
1-04 Mid-point voltage 2.0 ~ 255V 12.0
1-05 Minimum output freq. 1.0 ~ 60.0Hz 1.0
1-06 Minimum output voltage 2.0 ~ 255V 12.0
1-07 Upper bound of freq. 1 ~ 110% 100
1-08 Lower bound of freq. 0 ~ 100% 0.0
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1-09 Accel time 1 (Tacc1) 0.1 ~ 600 Sec 10.0
1-10 Decel time 1 (Tdec1) 0.1 ~ 600 Sec 10.0
1-11 Accel time 2 0.1 ~ 600 Sec 10.0
Factory
Setting
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Parameters Functions Settings
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1-12 Decel time 2 0.1 ~ 600 Sec 10.0
1-13 JOG Accel time 0.1 ~ 600 Sec 10.0
1-14 JOG Decel time 0.0 ~ 600 Sec 10.0
1-15 JOG frequency 1.0Hz~400Hz 6.0
1-16 Auto-accel/decel
0: Linear Accel/Decel
1: Auto accel, linear decel
2: Linear accel, auto decel,
3: Auto Accel/Decel
4: Linear accel. Auto decel, stall prevention
during deceleration
5: Auto accel. Auto decel, stall prevention
during deceleration
1-17
1-18
S-curve setting in
acceleration
S-curve setting in
deceleration
0 ~ 7 0
0 ~ 7 0
Group 2: Operation Method Parameters
Factory
Setting
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Parameters Functions Settings
2-00 Source of frequency
command
0: Digital keypad
1: 0 ~ 10V from AVI
2: 4 ~ 20mA from AVI
3: Controlled by V.R on drive
4: RS-485 communication interface
2-01 Source of operation
command
0: By digital keypad
1: By external terminals, keypad STOP
0: Warn and continue running
1: Warn and ramp to stop
2: Warn and coasting stop
3: No warn and keep running
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9-04 Communication
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1~20: 1 ~ 20 Sec
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3: 8,N,2
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CHAPTER 4 Troubleshooting and Fault Information
The VFD-L AC drive has a comprehensive fault diagnostic system that includes several different
alarms and fault messages. Once a fault is detected, the corresponding protective functions will be
activated. The following faults are displayed on the AC drive digital keypad. The six most recent
faults can be read on the digital keypad display by viewing Pr.6-07 to Pr.6-12.
NOTE: faults can be cleared by pressing the Reset key on the keypad or Input Terminal.
Common Problems and Solutions:
Fault
Name
The AC drive detects an abnormal
increase in current.
The AC drive detects that the DC bus
voltage has exceeded its maximum
allowable value.
The AC drive temperature sensor
detects excessive heat.
The AC drive detects that the DC bus
voltage has fallen below its minimum
value.
Internal electronic overload trip
The external terminal EF-GND goes
from OFF to ON.
Motor overload. Check the
parameter settings ( Pr.6-03 to
Pr.6-05)
Fault Descriptions Corrective Actions
1. Check whether the motors horsepower
corresponds to the AC drive output power.
2. Check the wiring connections between the
AC drive and motor for possible short circuits.
3. Increase the Acceleration time (Pr.1-09,
Pr.1-11).
4. Check for possible excessive loading
conditions at the motor.
5. If there are any abnormal conditions when
operating the AC drive after the short-circuit
is removed, the drive should be sent back to
manufacturer.
1. Check whether the input voltage falls within
the rated AC drive input voltage.
2. Check for possible voltage transients.
3. Bus over-voltage may also be caused by
motor regeneration. Increase the decel time.
1. Ensure that the ambient temperature falls
within the specified temperature range.
2. Make sure that the ventilation holes are not
obstructed.
3. Remove any foreign objects on the heat sink
and check for possible dirty heat-sink fins.
4. Provide enough spacing for adequate
ventilation.
Check whether the input voltage falls within the
rated AC drive’s input voltage.
1. Check for possible motor overload.
2. Check electronic thermal overload setting.
3. Increase motor capacity.
4. Reduce the current level so that the drive
output current does not exceed the value set
by the Motor Rated Current Pr.7-00.
When external terminal EF-GND is closed, the
output will be turned off. (under N.O.E.F.)
1. Reduce the motor load.
2. Adjust the over-torque detection setting to an
appropriate setting.
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Fault
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Name
Fault Descriptions Corrective Actions
Over-current during acceleration:
1. Short-circuit at motor output.
2. Torque boost too high.
3. Acceleration time too short.
4. AC drive output capacity is too
small.
Over-current during deceleration:
1. Short-circuit at motor output.
2. Deceleration time too short.
3. AC drive output capacity is too
small.
Over-current during steady state
operation:
1. Short-circuit at motor output.
. Sudden increase in motor loading.
3. AC drive output capacity is too
small.
1. Check for possible poor insulation at the
output line.
2. Decrease the torque boost setting in Pr.7-02.
3. Increase the acceleration time.
4. Replace with the AC drive with one that has a
higher output capacity (next HP size).
1. Check for possible poor insulation at the
output line.
2. Increase the deceleration time.
3. Replace with the AC drive with one that has a
higher output capacity (next HP size).
1. Check for possible poor insulation at the
output line.
2. Check for possible motor stall.
3. Replace with the AC drive with one that has a
higher output capacity (next HP size).
1. Switch off power supply.
Internal memory IC can not be
programmed.
2. Check whether the input voltage falls within
the rated AC drive input voltage.
3. Switch the AC drive back on.
1. Check the connections between the main
Internal memory IC can not be read.
control board and the power board.
2. Reset drive to factory defaults.
1. Switch off power supply.
Drive’s internal circuitry abnormal.
2. Check whether the input voltage falls within
the rated AC drive input voltage. Switch on
the AC drive.
Hardware protection failure Return to the factory.
Software protection failure
Auto accel/decel failure
Return to the factory.
Don’t use the function of auto acceleration/
deceleration.
1. Check the connection between the AC drive
Communication Error
and computer for loose wires.
2. Check if the communication protocol is
properly set.
External Base Block.
AC drive output is turned off.
1. When the external input terminal (B.B) is
active, the AC drive output will be turned off.
2. Disable this connection and the AC drive will
begin to work again.
The AC drive detects excessive drive
output current.
1. Check whether the motor is overloaded.
2. Reduce torque compensation setting as set in
Pr.7-02.
3. Increase the AC drive’s output capacity.
4.
Note:
The AC drive can withstand up to 150%
of the rated current for a maximum of 60
seconds.
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Standard Specifications
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Voltage Class 115V 230V
Model Number VFD-LA/B
Applicable Motor Output (kW) 0.2 0.4 0.2 0.4 0.7 1.5