
Medium Voltage CONTROLLER 
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Adjustment to Interlocking Mechanism
400A Framed Interlocked Contactor Kit
Bulletin 1503FR

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 Table of Contents 
General Information  Chapter 1 
Document Scope ...........................................................................  1-1
Product Identification ....................................................................  1-1
Interlock Adjustment  Chapter 2 
 Product Description ....................................................................... 2-1
 Ratings ........................................................................................... 2-1
 Interlock Adjustment ..................................................................... 2-1
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Chapter 1 
                    General Information 
Document Scope  This User Manual pertains to the Rockwell Automation 
Bulletin 1503FR Frame Interlock Contactor Kit. 
  This document should be used along with publication  
1502-UM051_-EN-P. 
Product Identification         
                            Figure 1.1 – Typical Nameplate 
A nameplate is attached to the frame of this structure (see 
Figure 1.1). Refer to the nameplate for information such as 
series number, section number, voltage and amperage rating. 
Refer to the nameplate whenever you contact Rockwell 
Automation for assistance. Be prepared to provide such 
information as series number, structure series, unit series, 
diagram schematic and catalog number. 
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Chapter 2 
 
 Product Description  
  Note: This item can only be used on reversing or two-speed 
Ratings 
Part Number  Current Rati ng  Contactor Type Control Voltage  Voltage Range 
1503FR-E4GU 400A  Electrically Held  110-120VAC  2.5 – 5.0 kV 
1503FR-E4KU 400A  Electrically Held 110-120VAC  5.1-6.9 kV 
Interlock Adjustment 
The Allen-Bradley Bulletin 1503FR Frame Interlocked 
Contactor Kit uses electrically held contactors, 400 amp, and 
is rated from 2400 to 7200 volts. The Bulletin 1503FR can 
be used on reversing or two speed application. The 
mechanical interlock prevents the possibility of both 
contactors being energized at the same time. Each Bulletin 
1503FR Kit is also supplied with two IntelliVAC control 
modules, to control the operation of each contactor. Also 
included is a wiring harness that connects each IntelliVAC 
control module to the medium voltage Bulletin 1502 400 
amp contactor. 
applications. 
If the mechanical interlock between the two contactors ever 
needs to be adjusted please use following procedure. 
A T T E N T I O NA T T E N T I O N
1) On the right hand side of the interlocked contactor, is 
the mechanical interlock between the top and bottom 
contactor. (Figure 2.1) 
To avoid shock hazards, lockout incoming 
power before working on the equipment. Verify 
with a hot stick or appropriate voltage measuring 
device that all circuit s are voltage free. Failure 
to do so may result in severe burns, injury or 
death. 
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2-2 Produc t Description   
Interlock Adjustment 
Figure 2.1 – Front View of Unit 
2) At the top of the mechanical interlock is the interlock    
   lever adjustment. (Figure 2.2) 
Mechanical Interlock
(cont.)
5/16” Adjustment Nut
Lock Nut
    Figure 2.2 – Top Interlock Lever 
           3)  To adjust the interlock, first loosen the lock nut and then   
          the 5/16” Adjustment nut. (Figure 2.2) At the bottom of  
               the interlock assembly is the interlock cam. (Figure 2.3) 
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4) Manually move the top mounted interlock lever so 
the top mounted contactor is in the closed position. 
The gap between the interlock cam and the interlock 
lever should be between .031” and .052”.  
Note: Use a ¼” flat washer as required to space  
interlock lever and cam to obtain a proper 
clearance. (Figure 2.4) 
Figure 2.4 – Clearance Between Interlock Lever: Contactor Closed 
  5)  Secure the 5/16” Adjustment Nut, shown in  
     figure 2-2, to maintain the distance range 
     established from the prior step. 
  6)  Release the top mounted interlock lever so the 
     top mount contact is in the open position. The  
     gap between the interlock cam and the  
     interlock lever should be between. 031” and  
       .052”. 
Figure 2.3 – Interlock Cam 
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2-4 Produc t Description   
Interlock Adjustment 
(cont.)
Note: Use a ¼” flat washer as required to space  
  interlock lever and can to obtain a proper clearance.  
  (Figure 2.5) 
  8)  As a final test, apply 120 V control power to  
     the contactors and cycle the contactors (an 
     example: forward/reverse) to ensure the 
     mechanical i n terlock has been adjusted  
     properly and the 1503FR operates properly. 
  9)  There maybe a number of trial and error 
      adjustments needed to ensure that all the  
     required dimensions are established. 
Figure 2.5 – Clearance Between Cam and Lever: Contactor Open 
7) Use two lock nuts to adjust the space clearance. 
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