A. WARRANTY: LEESON Electric Corporation warrants that their products will be free
from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from date of shipment
thereof. Within the warranty period LEESON Electric will repair or replace such products
which are returned to LEESON Electric or to the nearest Branch Office, with shipping
charges prepaid. At our option, all return shipments are F.O.B. LEESON Electric or its
Branch Office. This warranty will not apply to any product which has been subjected to
misuse, negligence; or misapplied; or repaired by unauthorized persons; or improperly
installed. LEESON is not responsible for removal, installation or any other incidental
expenses incurred in shipping the products to or from the repair point.
B. DISCLAIMER: The provisions of paragraph 'A' are LEESON'S sole obligation and
exclude all other warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or use, express or implied. We further
disclaim any responsibility whatsoever to the customer or to any other person for injury to
person, or damage to or loss of property of value, caused by any product which has been
subjected to misuse, negligence or accident; or misapplied; or modified or repaired by
unauthorized persons; or improperly installed.
C. LIMITATION of LIABILITY: In the event of any claim for breach of any of LEESON'S
obligations, whether express or implied, and particularly in the event of any claim of the
warranty contained in paragraph 'A', or any other warranties, express or implied, or claim
of liability, which might, despite paragraph 'B', be decided against us by any lawful authority,
LEESON Electric shall under no circumstances be liable for any consequential damages,
losses or expenses arising in connection with the use of, or inability to use, our product for
any purpose whatsoever. An adjustment made under the warranty does not void the
warranty, nor does it imply an extension of the original one (1) year warranty period.
Products serviced and/or parts replaced on a no charge basis during the warranty period
carry the unexpired portion of the original warranty only.
If for any reason any of the foregoing provisions shall be ineffective, the Company's liability
for damages arising out of its manufacture or sale of equipment, or use thereof, whether
such liability is based on warranty, contract, negligence, strict liability in tort or otherwise,
shall not in any event exceed the full purchase price of such equipment.
Any action against the Company based upon any liability or obligation arising hereunder
or under any law applicable to the sale of equipment or the use thereof, must be
commenced within one year after the cause of such action arises.
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INTRODUCTION
• LEESON'S Speedmaster variable speed DC motor control is a versatile, general purpose
control rated to 2 HP.
• The Speedmaster model has a dual voltage input (may accommodate either 120 or 240 VAC).
It is available with an adjustable HP range of 1/8 thru 1 HP for 120 VAC, and 1/4 thru 2 HP
for 240 VAC input.
• The control is designed for DC Permanent Magnet motors.
• Incoming AC voltage is also converted to adjustable full wave rectified DC voltage (via a
packaged bridge) to operate the DC motor.
• The control incorporates transient voltage protection with adjustable current limit and an AC
fuse for protection. It features adjustable minimum and maximum speeds along with adjustable acceleration and IR Compensation. Tach feedback is accomplished thru a connection
to a pin (P2) on the printed circuit board.
• The Speedmaster Series has a linear acceleration/deceleration ramp.
• The control also has a barrier type terminal strip for all power and control wiring.
• The enclosed model uses a gasketed cover assembly that is rated NEMA 4/12.
COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q. CAN I RUN TWO OR MORE MOTORS FROM THE SAME DRIVE?
A. Not recommended. The IR Comp (regulation) and Current Limit would have problems
sensing the different load on each motor.
Q. CAN I CHANGE THE HORSEPOWER OF MY MOTOR AND STILL USE THE SAME
CONTROL?
A. Yes, provided you do not deviate outside the horsepower range for the input voltage you
are using. The trimpots would need to be readjusted; see TRIMPOT CHART on page 11
for approximate settings.
Q. CAN I START AND STOP THE SPEEDMASTER WITHOUT BREAKING AC LINES?
A. Yes. Use the inhibit wiring instructions on page 12.
Q. CAN I USE THE SPEEDMASTER TO FOLLOW A VOLTAGE OR AS A TACH
FOLLOWER?
A. Yes, the signal must be ungrounded. See TERMINAL STRIP on page 7.
Q. CAN I USE A MOTOR WITH A 90 VOLT ARMATURE WITH 240 VAC INPUT?
A. Not recommended. Motor or control damage could result from peak voltages.
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CONTROL FEATURES
MIN. SPEED (minimum speed) - Allows adjustment of the motor speed when the speedpot
is set at minimum (CCW). This permits the user to eliminate the “deadband” on the main speed
control permitting zero calibration. Clockwise rotation of “MIN” trimpot increases minimum
motor speed.
MAX. SPEED (maximum speed) - provides for adjustment of the motor speed when the
speedpot is set at maximum (CW). This permits the user to eliminate the top end “deadband”,
which will provide full speed at maximum rotation. Rotation of the “MAX” trimpot in the clockwise
direction increases the maximum motor speed.
ACCEL (acceleration) - allows adjustment of the motor acceleration from a minimum of 0.5
seconds to approximately 0.8 seconds. The deceleration time depends on the ACCEL setting.
I. R. COMP (speed regulation) - adjusts the control output to compensate for speed changes
caused by varying motor loads. As the motor load is increased, I.R. COMP increases the
voltage output of the control. Clockwise rotation of the “I.R. COMP” trimpot will increase
compensation.
CUR. LIM. (current limit) - provides protection from excessive armature current by limiting the
maximum armature current the control can provide. This enables adjustment of the maximum
torque the motor can deliver. Current limit adjustment (CUR LIM) is set at 125% of the rated
motor current (torque) based on horsepower. Clockwise rotation of the “CUR LIM” trimpot
increases the current (torque) the control will provide.
INHIBIT TERMINAL PIN (P2) - allows the user a choice of stopping and starting hard (fast) or
stopping hard with a soft start through an adjustable acceleration ramp, without breaking the
AC lines (see page 12).
TERMINAL STRIP - allows for connection of AC lines, motor leads, motor field (if needed), and
speed potentiometer.
WARNING
AT NO TIME SHOULD CIRCUIT CONTINUITY
BE CHECKED BY SHORTING TERMINALS WITH
A SCREWDRIVER OR OTHER METAL DEVICE
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DIMENSIONS
Allow 3.50" for height clearance, 7.40" for overall length.
7.000
5.500
7/32 SLOTS (4)
TYP. .350 DEEP
.750
5.530
CAUTION: DO NOT MOUNT CONTROL WHERE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE IS OUT
SIDE THE RANGE OF -10o C. (15o F.) TO 45o C. (115o F.)
5.125
MOUNTING
1. Four 7/32" diameter slots are provided for control mounting.
2. The chassis of the control can be used as a template.
3. Use standard hardware to mount.
4. Two threaded holes (1/2" NPT) are provided on the bottom side endplate near the
terminal strip to facilitate wiring.
WARNING
1. Be sure the control housing is properly grounded.
2. Arm connections must not be switched or broken while the control is on. Serious
damage may result.
3. For non-speedpot applications, the input connections to the Lo-Wiper-Hi leads
must not be grounded. Serious control damage may result from a grounded input.
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MODEL SELECTION
Note: The minimum current rating for this Speedmaster control is 150mA.
* Not available with 120 VAC input - Input voltage determines maximum allowable H.P.
The Speedmaster will operate a 90 VDC motor in the H.P. range of 1/8 through 1 H.P., and a
180 VDC motor in the range of 1/4 through 2 H.P., using different trimpot settings.
WIRING PROCEDURE
1. Size all wires which carry armature or line current to handle currents AS SPECIFIED BY
NATIONAL, STATE, AND/OR LOCAL CODES. All other wires may be #18 AWG or smaller
as permitted by local code.
2. Separate control wires from all the Armature and AC line wires when routed in conduits
or in wire trays. The Speedmaster has two threaded holes (1/2" NPT) in one endplate,
located near the terminal strip, for this purpose.
CUSTOMER FUSING
The Speedmaster is provided with a fuse in AC line 1 (P1-11). This fuse is sized to open in the
event of a shorted armature or if an armature line is shorted to earth ground. As long as 120
VAC input is connected properly, there is no additional fusing needed.
For 240 VAC applications, an external fuse may be used in AC line 2 (P1-10). This fuse should
be a Bussman ABC10 or LittleFuse 314-010. This added fuse will provide protection on both
AC legs to the control. If you desire not to fuse both legs, the fuse in the control will open in the
event of excessive armature currents.
AC current is desired by motor characteristics. In a small number of applications it may be
necessary to increase fuse value.
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TERMINAL STRIP WIRING
The Speedmaster has an 11 position block type terminal strip for ease of connection.
P1-1
P1-2
P1-3
P1-4
P1-5
P1-6
(SPEEDPOT LO) Connects to low side (orange wire) of the 5K speedpot (normally the
CCW end). This input is raised and lowered by the MIN. trimpot. Electronic speed input
(voltage follower) may be referenced to speedpot LO if the MIN trimpot adjustments are
to be active. Otherwise, inputs may be referenced to -ARM, which will bypass the MIN
trimpot. NOTE: INPUT MUST NOT BE GROUNDED!!
(SPEEDPOT WIPER) Connects to wiper (red wire) of the 5K speedpot (center lead).
For voltage follower applications, this INPUT MUST NOT BE GREATER THAN +12
VOLTS MAXIMUM AND MUST NOT BE GROUNDED!
(SPEEDPOT HI) Connects to high side (white wire) of the 5K speedpot (CW end). This
is internal +12 volts. For start-stop applications, the connection between this terminal
and speedpot HI can be opened and closed by a SPST switch. See question #3 in
“COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS”. NOTE: INPUT MUST NOT BE GROUNDED!!
(-ARM) Connects to minus (-) Armature wire (A2) on motor. For voltage follower applications where the MIN trimpot is bypassed, connect minus (-) of the follower to this
terminal.
(+ARM) Connects to plus (+) Armature wire (A1) on motor. 0-90 VDC for 120 VAC input
OR 0-180 VDC for 240 VAC input. See “SPECIFICATIONS” for output rating.
(+FIELD) DO NOT USE for permanent magnet motor. This supplies +Field voltage for
a SHUNT WOUND MOTOR. Refer to Field Voltage table. For motors with dual voltage
field (i.e. 50/100V or 100/200V), make sure highest value is connected.
P1-7
P1-8
P1-9
P1-10
P1-11
FIELD VOLTAGE TABLE
VAC INPUT120240
VDC FIELD100200
(-FIELD) DO NOT USE for permanent magnet motor. Connect minus (-) Field wire of
SHUNT WOUND MOTOR.
VERY IMPORTANT !!! Refer to “CUSTOMER FUSING” ON PAGE 6.
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ENCLOSED VERSION: (AC)
VERY IMPORTANT !!! Refer to “CUSTOMER FUSING” ON PAGE 6.
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ENCLOSED VERSION: (SWITCHED AC) No connections to P1-10 and P1-11. This
120VAC
P1-9 and Neutral (white wire) to P1-8. Connect ground
(green wire) to Chassis Ground, as shown in diagram
- page 8.
240VAC
one to P1-9. Also connect ground wire to Chassis
Ground.
is for switched AC output. Note “FACTORY WIRING”
(page 8). Pilot lights can be connected between these
terminals. The voltage present at these terminals is
AC input voltage.
- Connect incoming hot AC (black wire) to
- Connect both hot sides, one to P1-8 and
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SPEEDMASTER MODEL 174902 HOOK-UP DIAGRAM
HI (white)
WIPER (red)
I.R.
MinMaxAccel
Comp
Cur.
Lim.
LO (orange)
DPST SWITCH
Inhibit
Pin
P2
P1
-Arm
+Arm
Wiper
Pot Hi
Pot Lo
chassis
ground
ENDPLATE WITH HOLES FOR CONDUIT
motor
armatureac input
+Field
field*
-Field
AC
AC
-11-9-8-10-4 -5 -6 -7-1 -2 -3
Switched AC
Switched AC
(white)
SPEEDPOT
(black)
(white)
(black)
INSIDE OF COVER
BEFORE SCREWING DOWN COVER ASSEMBLY, ROUTE WIRING
THROUGH CONDUIT HOLES IN ENDPLATE BY TERMINAL STRIP.
CONNECT THE MOTOR LEADS TO P1-4 (-ARM) AND P1-5 (+ARM) AND
AC INPUT (OF PROPER VOLTAGE) TO P1-8 (AC) AND P1-9 (AC).
SPEEDMASTER MODEL 174903 HOOK-UP DIAGRAM
P1
-1
-2
-3
-4
-5
P3
-6
ARM 1
ARM 2
AC
AC
PERMITS REVERSING OF THE MOTOR. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED USING A 4PDT BLOCKED CENTER SWITCH. WHEN SWITCHED
BETWEEN THE FORWARD/REVERSE POSITIONS, A DELAY IS ENCOUNTERED DUE TO THE BLOCKED CENTER POSITION,
WHICH PROTECTS THE CONTROL FROM ANY VOLTAGE THAT MAY BE AT THE TERMINAL. THE 4PDT SWITCH IS FACTORY
INSTALLED INTO THE COVER. THE TWO POSITION TERMINAL STRIP (P3) IS FACTORY INSTALLED ON THE MAIN BOARD
(ABOVE). THE OUTPUT ON P3 IS THE SWITCHED (FWD/REV) OUTPUT AND THE OUTPUT OF TERMINALS P1-4 AND P1-5 IS NOT
SWITCHED.
THE MOTOR MUST COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE CHANGING DIRECTIONS. IF THE MOTOR DOES NOT COME TO A
COMPLETE STOP, SERIOUS DAMAGE TO THE CONTROL MAY RESULT. BYPASS OF THE CENTER BLOCK OF THE SWITCH MAY
RESULT IN DAMAGE TO THE CONTROL.
-1
-7
-2
-8
black
-9
white
-10
brown
-11
yellow
4PDT SWITCH
red
gray or
yellow
purple
or brown
blue
yellow
brown
purple
or brown
gray or
yellow
AC INPUTARM INPUT
P3-1P3-2P1-8P1-9
P1-4P1-5P1-10P1-11
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START-UP PROCEDURE
WARNING:
ALL POWER MUST BE TURNED OFF BEFORE PROCEEDING !!!
1. Recheck all wiring. Accidental grounds, loose or pinched wires on armature or speedpot
wires may damage the control when power is applied.
2. Check to see that incoming service is of correct voltage.
3. Turn speedpot to zero (fully CCW).
4. Turn power on and advance speedpot while observing motor.
WARNING: POWER MUST BE OFF BEFORE STEP 5 CAN BE ACCOMPLISHED!
5. If motor rotation is incorrect, turn power off at external disconnect and reverse +ARM and
-ARM connections.
6. Check for satisfactory operation throughout the speed range.
7. If operation is satisfactory, no readjustments are needed.
8. If instability or surging is observed, or if maximum speed is higher than desired, proceed to
“TRIMPOT ADJUSTMENT” on pages 10 and 11.
9. For other problems, consult page 14, “IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY”.
ADJUSTMENTS
The trimpot adjustments, MIN, MAX, I.R. COMP, and CUR LIM are checked at the factory using
a typical motor at 240 VAC input. Use the TRIMPOT CHART on page 11 to preset the trimpots
for the proper setting for your application. The remaining trimpot - ACCEL, is a variable
acceleration and should be set for your particular application.
The trimpot chart is approximate. The chart is valid when using the speedpot or a 0-10/12 VDC
input signal to set speed.
These adjustments are permanent; periodic readjustment is normally not needed. Operation
of the control beyond ±10% of normal line voltage could result in readjustments.
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TRIMPOT ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
TRIMPOTFUNCTIONADJUSTMENT
MAX
MIN
I.R.
COMP.
SETS MAXIMUM MOTOR
SPEED when speedpot is
set at maximum (100% rotation CW). CW rotation of
MAX trimpot increases
maximum motor speed.
SETS MINIMUM MOTOR
SPEED when speedpot is
set at zero. CW rotation will
increase minimum motor
speed.
CALIBRATES SPEED REGULATION - Provides a
means of improving motor
speed regulation in the armature feedback mode. If a
slowdown due to load
changes is of no concern,
rotate this trimpot fully
CCW.
1. TURN DRIVE POWER OFF!!
2. Connect DC Voltmeter: + to +ARM, - to -ARM.
3. Set meter voltage range: (90VDC or 180VDC).
4. Turn power on. Set speedpot at 100%.
5. Adjust MAX trimpot to rated motor armature
voltage as shown on meter.
NOTE: A tachometer or strobe may be used in
lieu of a meter. Follow preceding steps, except
adjust MAX trimpot to rated motor base speed
indicated by tachometer or strobe.
1. Set speedpot to zero (fully CCW).
2. Rotate MIN trimpot CW until motor rotates.
3. Slowly rotate MIN trimpot CCW until motor stops.
NOTE: If motor rotation at zero is desired, rotate
MIN trimpot CW until desired minimum speed is
reached.
1. Set speedpot at 50%.
2. Observe motor speed at no load condition.
3. Apply a full load to the motor.
4. Adjust IR COMP trimpot CW to obtain the same
motor speed as with no load.
CUR.
LIM.
ACCEL
LIMITS DC MOTOR ARMATURE CURRENT (Torque) to
prevent damage to the motor or control. The current
limit is set for the rated motor current. CW rotation of
this trimpot increases the
armature current (or torque
produced).
ALLOWS ADJUSTMENT OF
ACCELERATION by user.
1. TURN DRIVE POWER OFF !!
2. Connect a DC ammeter between A1 on the
motor and +ARM on the control. This is in series
with the motor.
3. Turn power on.
4. Set speedpot at the 50% position.
5. Set CUR LIM trimpot fully CCW.
6. Apply friction braking to the motor shaft until
motor is stalled (zero RPM).
7. While motor is stalled, set current at 125% of
rated nameplate motor armature current by adjusting the CUR LIM trimpot.
1. CW rotation increases time of acceleration.
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SPEEDMASTER TRIMPOT SETTING CHART
* THESE SETTINGS APPLY WHEN USING A 5000 OHM MASTER SPEEDPOT.
* THIS TRIMPOT CHART IS APPROXIMATE. USE IT IN CONJUNCTION WITH
THE ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURES.
MINMAX ACCEL I.R.C.L.H.P.
1/8
1/4
1/3
1/2
3/4
1.0
INPUT
VOLTAGE
120VAC
120VAC
120VAC
120VAC
120VAC
120VAC
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
0-90VDC
0-90VDC
0-90VDC
0-90VDC
0-90VDC
0-90VDC
MINMAX ACCEL I.R.C.L.H.P.
1/4
1/2
3/4
1.0
1.5
2.0
INPUT
VOLTAGE
240VAC
240VAC
240VAC
240VAC
240VAC
240VAC
OUTPUT
VOLTAGE
0-180VDC
0-180VDC
0-180VDC
0-180VDC
0-180VDC
0-180VDC
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CONTROL MODIFICATIONS
TWO SPEED OPERATION
Two pot operation is done using two 10K
ohm speed potentiometers in parallel (both
HI's to P1-3, both LO's to P1-1). The
WIPER is switched using a SPDT switch.
TWO 10K SPEEDPOTS
P1
-1
-2
LO
W
HI
SPDT
W
LO
HI
HI
-3
TACHOMETER FEEDBACK
Improves speed regulation to ±1/2% of base speed. Contol
goes to full output when input goes to zero, above and
beyond MAX trimpot setting
DYNAMIC BRAKING
A DPDT switch is used to inhibit the control and to connect the
DBR. Typical values for the DBR (dynamic brake resistor) are 5
ohms for 120V, 10 ohms for 240V (both 35W to 50W). Note that
motor horsepower, inertia, and cycle time effect sizing of the DBR.
NOTE: This modification cannot be used with the -17B option.
P2
INHIBIT
LO
P1
-1
DPDT
W
-2
-3
HI
-4
MOTOR
-5
TACHOMETER FOLLOWER
Allows control output to follow tachometer voltage.
DYNAMIC
BRAKE
RESISTOR
+
TACHOMETER
6 VDC at BASE SPEED (3 VDC at
1000 RPM for 1800 RPM MOTOR)
P2 INHIBIT
-
P1-4 -ARM
NOTE: NEED 1% OR LESS - TACH OUTPUT RIPPLE
INHIBIT (USED INDEPENDENTLY)INHIBIT (USED WITH SPEEDPOT)
The customer supplied SPST switch is connected
in series between the speedpot HI (P1-3) and the
Inhibit pin (P2). To inhibit, speedpot HI is closed to
the Inhibit pin. To restart, the switch is returned to
open. NOTE: The control will stop and start fast,
accel is bypassed.
INHIBIT
P1
-1
-2
-3
SPEEDPOT
LO
WIPER
HI
(P2)
SPST
+
TACHOMETER
12 VDC at FULL SPEED
P1-2 POT WIPER
-
P1-1 POT LO
The Common of the SPDT switch is connected to
control pot HI and is switched between Speedpot
Hi and the Inhibit pin (P2). To inhibit (stop motor),
speedpot HI is closed to the Inhibit pin. To restart,
the switch is returned to Speedpot Hi. NOTE: The
control will stop fast and soft start through a fixed
acceleration range.
P1
-1
-2
-3
SPEEDPOT
LO
WIPER
HI
INHIBIT
(P2)
SPDT
NOTE: Permits starting and stopping of motor without breaking AC lines. In the event of SCR failure or false
triggering, the Inhibit circuit will not stop motor.
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SPEEDPOT DIMENSION INFORMATION
CUSTOMER'S
MOUNTING BRACKET
DIALPLATE
2.00" dia.
1.240
1.250
.500.370.370
.250 Dia.
SPEEDPOT
(5K 2W)
.437
5/32
DIA.
3/8
DIA.
SPEEDPOT LOCATOR HOLE DIMENSIONS
LOCK
WASHER
SPEEDPOT
KNOB
HEX NUT
O-RING
MAINTENANCE PROCEDURE
In normal operation this control needs no routine maintenance. The cover may be cleaned with
a mild detergent. Solvent type of cleaners should not be used.
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IN CASE OF DIFFICULTY
If a newly installed control will not operate, it is possible that a terminal or connection is loose.
Check to make sure that all connections are secure and correct. If the control still doesn't
operate, refer to the following chart:
PROBLEMPOSSIBLE CAUSE(S)CORRECTIVE ACTION(S)
Motor doesn't operate
Motor stalls, or runs
very slowly with speedpot turned fully CW
Motor hunts
Repeated fuse blowing
- blown fuse
- incorrect or no power source
- speedpot set at zero
- worn motor brushes
- low voltage
- overload condition
- worn motor brushes
- max speed set incorrectly
- too much I.R. Comp.
- motor is in current limit
- motor not pulling enough
current
- max trimpot set too high
- motor speed is above rated
speed
- low voltage
- overload condition
- worn motor brushes
- defective motor bearings
- defective electrical component
replace fuse
install proper service
adjust speedpot CW to start
replace motor brushes
check - should be above 108V
reduce load
replace motor brushes
see ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
see ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
see ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
current must be greater than 150 mA D.C.
see ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE
reduce speed
check - should be above 108V
reduce load
replace
replace
call LEESON Distributor / Representative
Motor runs but will not
stop
- incorrect wiring
(enclosed version)
- defective wiring
- defective component
check TERMINAL STRIP WIRING for
correct wiring instructions (note AC line
connection in particular)