The operating instructions are an integral part of the product and contain important
information on operation and service. The operating instructions are written for all
employees who assemble, install, startup, and service this product.
The operating instructions must be accessible and legible. Make sure that persons
responsible for the system and its operation, as well as persons who work independently
on the unit, have read through the operating instructions carefully and understood them.
Consult SEW-EURODRIVE if you have any questions or if you require further information.
1.2Structure of the safety notes
The safety notes in these operating instructions are structured as follows:
SymbolSIGNAL WORD
Nature and source of danger.
Possible consequence(s) if the safety notes are disregarded.
•Measure(s) to prevent the danger.
SymbolSignal WordMeaningConsequences if
disregarded
Example:
General hazard
Specific hazard,
e.g. electric shock
DANGERImminent dangerSevere or fatal injuries
WARNINGPossible dangerous situationSevere or fatal injuries
CAUTIONPossible dangerous situationMinor injuries
NOTICEPossible damage to propertyDamage to the drive system or its environ-
Unless the information in the operating instructions is adhered to, it will be impossible to
ensure:
•Trouble-free operation
•Fulfilment of any rights to claim under guarantee
Consequently, read the operating instructions before you start working with the
product!
1.3Right to claim under limited warranty
Adhering to the operating instructions is a prerequisite for fault-free operation and the
fulfillment of any right to claim under warranty. Read the operating instructions before
you start working with the unit.
Make sure that the operating instructions are available to persons responsible for the
system and its operation as well as to persons who work independently on the unit. You
must also ensure that the documentation is legible.
Important Notes
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1.4Exclusion of liability
You must comply with the information contained in these operating instructions to
ensure safe operation of the MOVITRAC
acteristics and performance requirements. SEW-EURODRIVE does not assume liability
for injury to persons or damage to equipment or property resulting from non-observance
of these operating instructions. In such cases, any liability for defects is excluded.
The following basic safety notes must be read carefully to prevent injury to persons and
damage to property. The operator must ensure that the basic safety notes are read and
observed. Make sure that persons responsible for the plant and its operation, as well as
persons who work independently on the unit, have read through the operating instructions carefully and understood them.
If you are unclear about any of the information in this documentation, or if you require
further information, please contact SEW-EURODRIVE.
2.1Preliminary information
The following safety notes predominantly refer to the use of frequency inverters and their
accessories. Additionally, when using drives with motors or gearmotors, observe the
corresponding safety notes in the respective operating instructions.
Please also observe the supplementary safety notes in the individual sections of this
document.
Safety Notes
Preliminary information
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2.2General
DANGER
During operation, frequency inverters and their accessories can have live, bare parts
according to their degree of protection.
Severe or fatal injuries.
•All work related to transportation, storage, setup/mounting, connection, startup,
maintenance and repair may only be carried out by qualified personnel, in strict
observation of:
– The relevant detailed operating instructions
– The warning and safety signs on the motor/gearmotor and electronic compo-
nents
– All other project planning documents, operating instructions and wiring
diagrams related to the drive
– The specific regulations and requirements for the system
– The national/regional regulations governing safety and the prevention of
accidents
•Never install damaged products.
•Immediately report any damages to the shipping company.
Removing covers without authorization, improper use as well as incorrect installation or
operation may result in severe injuries to persons or damage to property.
Any mechanical work may only be performed by adequately qualified personnel. Qualified personnel in this context are persons who are familiar with the setup, mechanical
installation, trouble shooting and maintenance for this product. Further, they are qualified as follows:
•Training in mechanical engineering, e.g. as a mechanic or mechatronics technician
(final examinations must have been passed).
•They are familiar with these operating instructions.
Any electronic work may only be performed by adequately qualified electricians. Qualified electricians in this context are persons who are familiar with the electronic installation, startup, trouble shooting and maintenance for this product. Further, they are qualified as follows:
•Training in electrical engineering, e.g. as an electrician or mechatronics technician
(final examinations must have been passed).
•They are familiar with these operating instructions.
All work in further areas of transportation, storage, operation and waste disposal may be
carried out only by persons who are trained appropriately.
2.4Designated use
Frequency inverters and their accessories are components for controlling asynchronous
AC motors. Frequency inverters are components intended for installation in electrical
systems or machines. Never connect capacitive loads. Operation with capacitive loads
results in over voltages and may destroy the unit.
The following standards apply, if the frequency inverters are marketed in the EU/EFTA:
•In case of installation in machines, startup of the drive inverters (meaning the start of
proper use) is prohibited until it is determined that the machine meets the requirements stipulated in the EC Directive 98/37/EC (machine directive); observe
EN 60204.
•Startup (i.e. the start of designated use) is only permitted under observance of the
EMC (2004/108/EC) directive.
•The frequency inverters comply with the requirements of the Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC. The harmonized standards of the EN 61800-5-1/DIN VDE T105 series
in connection with EN 60439-1/VDE 0660 part 500 and EN 60146/VDE 0558 are
applied to these frequency inverters.
Observe the technical data and the connection requirements specified on the nameplate
and the operating instructions.
2.4.1Safety functions
Frequency inverters from SEW-EURODRIVE must not perform any safety functions unless the inverters are subordinate to other safety systems.
Use higher-level safety systems to ensure protection of equipment and personnel.