D2-3451-3 - DC3N DC Drive User Guide 1/4 to 2 HP, 115/230 VAC

DC3N DC Drive
User Guide
1/4 to 2 HP, 115/230 VAC
DC3N-12D-00-010-AN
DC3N-12D-01-010-AN
DC3N-12D-4X-010-AN
Instruction Manual D2-3451-3
The information in this manual is subject to change without
notice.
Throughout this manual, the following notes are used to alert
you to safety considerations:
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ATTENTION: Identifies information about practices or
circumstances that can lead to personal injury or
death, property damage, or economic loss.
IMPORTANT: Identifies information that is critical for successful
application and understanding of the product.
Corcom is a trademark of CII Technologies
Reliance is a trademark of © 2002 Rockwell International Corporation
© 2002 Rockwell International Corporation All rights reserved
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ATTENTION: Only qualified personnel familiar with
the construction and operation of this equipment and
the hazards involved should install, adjust, operate,
and/or service this equipment. Read and understand
this instruction manual in its entirety before
proceeding. Failure to observe this precaution could
result in severe bodily injury or loss of life.
ATTENTION: The user is responsible for conforming
with all applicable local and national codes. Failure to
observe this precaution could result in severe bodily
injury or loss of life.
ATTENTION: It is possible for a drive to run at full
speed as a result of a component failure. Please
ensure that a master switch has been placed in the AC
line to stop the drive in an emergency.
ATTENTION: Reduce the chance of an electrical fire,
shock, or explosion by proper grounding, over-current
protection, thermal protection and enclosure. Follow
sound maintenance procedures.
ATTENTION: The control circuit is at line potential when
the drive is energized. Use a non-metallic screwdriver
when making adjustments to the circuit board
potentiometers. Exercise extreme caution as hazardous
voltage exists. Failure to observe these precautions
could result in severe bodily injury or loss of life.
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ATTENTION: Starting and stopping with the inhibit
terminal pins does not disconnect AC power in the
stop position. A hardwired AC power disconnection
switch must be mounted in close proximity to the
operator’s start/stop controls. This is required, as the
DC3 drive does not have an armature loop contactor.
A single fault like a power device short may cause
motor rotation when in the stop mode. The user is
responsible for assuring safe conditions for operating
personnel by providing suitable guards, audio or
visual alarms, or other devices. Failure to observe
these precautions could result in bodily injury.
ATTENTION: This Drive contains ESD (Electric
Static Discharge) sensitive parts and assemblies,
Static control precautions are required when
installing, testing, servicing, or repairing this
assembly. Failure to observe these precautions could
result in damage to, or destruction of, the equipment.
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Contents
Specifications
1
Dimensions
5
Installation
9
Chassis drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Shielding guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Isolation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Heat sinking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Line fusing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Speed adjust potentiometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Alternate speed adjust potentiometer connections . . . . . . . . .16
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Power, fuse and motor connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Voltage follower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Enclosed drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Mounting (NEMA 1 enclosure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Mounting (NEMA 4X enclosure) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Heat sinking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Line fusing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Power input . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Operation
26
Before applying power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
Drive Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
DC3N Chassis Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
DC3N Enclosed Drives (NEMA 1 and NEMA 4X) . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Starting and stopping methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
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Contents
Line starting and line stopping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Starting and stopping using inhibit terminals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Configuring the inhibit response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34
Decelerating to minimum speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
Dynamic braking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Dynamic brake resistor value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37
Power supply header block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
Calibration
40
MIN SPD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
MAX SPD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42
ACCEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43
DECEL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44
TORQUE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45
IR COMP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Torque Mode Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Application Notes
49
Multiple fixed speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
Adjustable speeds using potentiometers in series . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
Independent adjustable speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
RUN/JOG switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
RUN/JOG switch option 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
RUN/JOG switch option 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Reversing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Troubleshooting
56
Before troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Diagnostic LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Power (PWR): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Torque Limit (TQ LIMIT or TL): . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Functional Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
CE Compliance
64
External filtering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64
Line filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Armature filters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
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Illustrations
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8.
DC3N-12D-00-010-AN Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
DC3N-12D-01-010-AN Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
DC3N-12D-4X-010-AN Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Heat Sink Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Speed Adjust Potentiometer Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
DC3N-12D-00-010-AN Chassis Drive Connections . . . . . .19
Voltage Follower Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
DC3N-12D-01-010-AN and
DC3N-12D-4X-010-AN Drive Connections . . . . . . . . . . . .25
9. Voltage Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26
10. J503 SPEED/TORQUE Jumper Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . .29
11. J503 SPEED/TORQUE Jumper Location . . . . . . . . . . . .29
12. INHIBIT Terminals and Jumper Location . . . . . . . . . . . . .33
13. Inhibit Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
14. Run/Decelerate to Minimum Speed Switch . . . . . . . . . . .36
15. Dynamic Brake Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
16. Power Supply Header Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
17. Calibration Trimpot Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
18. Recommended Torque and IR COMP Settings (actual
settings may vary with each application) . . . . . . . . . . . . .48
19. Multiple Fixed Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49
20. Adjustable Fixed Speeds Using
Potentiometers in Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50
21. Independent Adjustable Speeds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51
22. RUN/JOG Switch Connection to Inhibit Plug . . . . . . . . . .53
23. RUN/JOG Switch Connection to
Speed Adjust Potentiometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
24. Reversing Circuit Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
25. Diagnostic LED Locations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
26. DC3N Series Block Diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
27. Terminal Block Connections
for DC3N Enclosed Drives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
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Tables
Table
Table
Table
Table
1.
2.
3.
4.
Recommended Line Fuse Sizes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Recommended Dynamic Brake Resistor Sizes . . . . . . . . .38
Corcom® Filters
www.corcom.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65
Minarik Filters
www.minarikcorp.com . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66
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Specifications
Model
DC3N-12D-00-010-AN†
DC3N-12D-01-010-AN‡
DC3N-12D-4X-010-AN‡‡
Model
DC3N-12D-00-010-AN†
DC3N-12D-01-010-AN
DC3N-12D-4X-010-AN
Max.
Armature
HP Range
HP Range
Current
with 115 VAC with 230 VAC
(Amps DC)
Applied
Applied
10.0
10.0
10.0
1/8–1
1/8–1
1/8–1
1/4–2
1/4–2
1/4–2
Style
Chassis
NEMA 1
NEMA12/4/4X
† Double maximum armature current and horsepower when drive is
mounted on heat sink part number DC3N-HS-00.
‡ Double maximum armature current and horsepower when drive is
mounted on heat sink part number DC3N-HS-01.
‡‡ Indoor use only
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Specifications
Motor HP
Rated AC
Input
DC Armature DC Armature
Line Amps
KVA
Voltage
Current
1/4
4.5
0.5
90
2.7
2.6
0.6
180
1.4
1/3
5.9
0.7
90
3.5
3.1
0.7
180
1.8
1/2
7.8
0.9
90
5
3.7
0.8
180
1.3
3/4
10.6
1.2
90
7.6*
5.6
1.3
180
3.8
1
13
1.5
90
10*
7
1.6
180
5
1 1/2
----10.1
2.3
180
7*
2
----12
2.8
180
9.2*
* Heatsink required for operation above 5 amps. Use DC3N-HS-00 for
chassis drives and DC3N-HS-01 for NEMA 1 drives.
AC Line Voltage 115 VAC or 230 VAC ±10%, 50/60 Hz, single phase
Maximum Allowable Symmetrical AC Line Current
5000 Amps
Maximum AC Line Distribution kVA
115 VAC Input
25 kVA
230 VAC Input
50 kVA
Motor Armature Voltage
115 VAC Input
0–90 VDC
230 VAC Input
0–180 VDC
Specifications
Adjustments and Application Data
Form Factor
1.37 at base speed
Service Factor
1
Maximum Current Load
150% for 1 minute
Speed Regulation
1% with 95% load change
Speed Range
60:1
Accel. Time Range
0–90 VDC Armature Voltage
0.5–17 seconds
0–180 VDC Armature Voltage
0.5–17 seconds
Decel. Time Range
0-90 VDC Armature Voltage
0.5–17 seconds
0–180 VDC Armature Voltage
0.5–17 seconds
Current Limit Overload Range
150%
Analog Input Voltage Range (must be isolated; S1 to S2)
for 0–90 VDC Armature Voltage
0–2.5 VDC
for 0–180 VDC Armature Voltage
0–2.5 VDC
Torque
150% of rated current
Input Impedance (S1 to S2)
100K ohms
Speed adjust potentiometer rating 10k ohm, 5W (5k ohms acceptable)
IR Drop Compensation (% of rated armature voltage)
0% to 15%
Service Conditions
Elevation
3300 ft (1000 m) max without derating**
Vibration
0.5G max (0–50 Hz)
0.1G max (>50 Hz)
Ambient Temperature Range
Enclosed drive
10°C–40°C
Chassis drive
10°C–55°C
Non-condensing Relative Humidity
0% to 95%
** Derate the current by 1% for every 300 ft (90m) above 3300 ft.
(1000m), up to 10,000 ft (3000m)
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4
Specifications
Safety Certification
UL Listed Component
cUL Listed Component
CE Certificate of Compliance
5
Dimensions
SCR501
1
D502
SCR502
D503
R501
0.19 [
R502
C505
C503
MOV502
D501
MOV501
L1
L2
Z2
C501
T501
SW501
IC502
IC501
A1
C502
SW503
C504
SW502
1.75 [44]
AC INPUT
3.58 [91]
SO501
+ INH -
1
OUTPUT
S3
1
J502
S2
S1
1
J503
3
5
C506
POWER
TQ LIMIT
0.74 [19]
0.64 [16]
MIN SPD
MAX SPD
TORQUE
ACCEL
DECEL
IR COMP
3.80 [97]
4.30 [109]
0.19 [
1.60 [41]
1.28 [33]
0.96 [24]
3.80 [97]
4.30 [109]
ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
Figure 1. DC3N-12D-00-010-AN Dimensions
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Dimensions
6.00 [152]
CL
1.79 [45]
2.50 [64]
2.50 [64]
8.00 [203]
5.00 [127]
3.46 [88]
2.75 [70]
1.72 [44]
2.50 [64]
TWO 0.88 [22] CONDUIT HOLES
ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
Figure 2. DC3N-12D-01-010-AN Dimensions
Dimensions
6.90 [175]
6.30 [130]
40
0.87 [22]
50
60
30
70
20
80
10
90
0
100
7.76 [197]
6.00 [152]
8.20 [208]
FOUR MOUNTING SLOTS 0.19 INCHES [5 MILLIMETERS] WIDE
4.50 [114]
3.70 [94]
2.25 [57]
0.13 [3]
2.50 [64]
TWO 0.88 [22] KNOCKOUTS
ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
Figure 3. DC3N-12D-4X-010-AN Dimensions
7
8
Dimensions
6.90 [175]
6.30 [160]
C
5.90 [150]
A
B
1.00 [25]
MOUNTING SLOTS 0.19 X 0.34 [5 x 9]
0.13 [3]
PART NO.
DIM “A”
DIM “B”
DC3N-HS-00 4.40 [112] 3.00 [76]
DC3N-HS-01 7.78 [198] 6.00 [152]
Heat sinks sold separately.
DIM “C”
0.7 [18]
0.89 [23]
ALL DIMENSIONS IN INCHES [MILLIMETERS]
Figure 4. Heat Sink Dimensions
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Installation
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ATTENTION: Do not install, remove, or rewire this equipment
with power applied. Doing so may cause fire or serious injury.
Make sure you have read and understood the Attentions on
page ii before attempting any of these procedures.
• Protect the drive from dirt, moisture, and accidental contact.
Provide sufficient room for access to the terminal block and
calibration trimpots.
• Mount the drive away from other heat sources. Operate the drive
within the specified ambient operating temperature range.
• Prevent loose connections by avoiding excessive vibration of the
drive.
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Installation
Chassis drive
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ATTENTION: This Drive contains ESD (Electric Static
Discharge) sensitive parts and assemblies, Static control
precautions are required when installing, testing, servicing,
or repairing this assembly. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in damage to, or destruction of, the
equipment.
Mounting
Mount drive with its board in either a horizontal or vertical plane.
Six 0.19 inch (5 mm) wide slots in the chassis accept #8 pan head
screws. Fasten either the large base or the narrow flange of the
chassis to the subplate.
The chassis must be earth grounded. To ground the chassis, use a
star washer beneath the head of at least one of the mounting
screws to penetrate the anodized chassis surface and to reach
bare metal.
Installation
11
Wiring
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ATTENTION: The control circuit is at line potential when the
drive is energized. Use a non-metallic screwdriver when
making adjustments to the circuit board potentiometers.
Exercise extreme caution as hazardous voltage exists.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in severe
bodily injury or loss of life.
ATTENTION: Do not disconnect any of the motor leads from
the drive unless power is removed or the drive is disabled.
Opening any one motor lead may destroy the drive.
Use 18-24 AWG wire for speed adjust potentiometer wiring. Use
14–16 AWG wire for AC line (L1, L2) and motor (A1 and A2) wiring.
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Installation
Shielding guidelines
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ATTENTION: If it is not practical to shield power conductors,
Reliance Electric recommends shielding all logic-level leads. If
shielding is not practical, use twisted-pair control wiring to
minimize induced electrical noise.
As a general rule, Reliance Electric recommends shielding of all
conductors if:
• wire lengths exceed 4 inches and power and control wiring must
be bundled together*;
• radiated and/or conducted noise must be minimized due to
concerns about immunity or general compliance (CE, FCC, etc.)
It may be necessary to earth ground the shielded cable. If noise is
produced by devices other than the drive, ground the shield at the
drive end. If noise is generated by a device on the drive, ground
the shield at the end away from the drive. Do not ground both ends
of the shield.
If the drive continues to pick up noise after grounding the shield, it
may be necessary to add AC line filtering devices, or to mount the
drive in a less noisy environment.
* Reliance Electric considers this an unfavorable condition and
does not recommend bundling power and control wiring for any
length.
Installation
13
Isolation
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ATTENTION: Distribution system capacity above the
maximum recommended system KVA requires the use of an
isolation transformer, a line reactor, or other means of adding
similar impedance to the drive power input. Failure to observe
these precautions could result in damage to, or destruction of,
the equipment.
Input isolation transformers might be needed to help eliminate the
following:
• Damaging line voltage transients from reaching the drive.
• Line noise from the drive back to the incoming power source.
• Damaging currents that could develop if a point inside the drive
becomes grounded.
Observe the following guidelines when installing an isolation
transformer:
• A power disconnecting device must be installed between the
power line and primary of the transformer.
• If the power disconnecting device is a circuit breaker, the circuit
breaker trip rating must be coordinated with the in-rush current
(10-12 times full load current) of the transformer.
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Installation
Heat sinking
The DC3N chassis drive requires an additional heat sink, Reliance
Electric® part number DC3N-HS-00, when the continuous armature
current is above 5 ADC. Use a thermally conductive heat sink
compound (such as Dow Corning® 340 Heat Sink Compound)
between the drive chassis and heat sink surface for optimum heat
transfer.
Line fusing
The DC3N drive chassis requires an external fuse for protection.
Use fast acting fuses rated for 250 VAC or higher, and
approximately 150% of the maximum armature current. Fuse only
the hot leg of the AC line that connects to L1 and leave L2 unfused
when the AC line voltage is 115 VAC. Fuse both L1 and L2 when
the AC line voltage is 230 VAC. Fuse blocks are included on
enclosed drives only. Table 1 lists the recommended line fuse
sizes.
Table 1. Recommended Line Fuse Sizes
90 VDC Motor 180 VDC Max. DC Armature
Horsepower Horsepower Current (amps)
1/4
1/2
2.6
1/3
3/4
3.5
1/2
1
5.0
3/4
1 1/2
7.6
1
2
10
AC Line Fuse
Size (amps)
5
8
10
15
15
Installation
15
Speed adjust potentiometer
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ATTENTION: Because the reference potentiometer is
connected through the regulator to the armature power
circuit, its terminals are at line potential. Use a potentiometer
that has a insulating shaft to insulate the operator knob from
this power circuit and that is capable of withstanding Hi-pot
tests at 2000 Volts DC for one minute. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in severe bodily injury or loss of life.
ATTENTION: Be sure that the potentiometer tabs do not
make contact with the enclosure. Grounding the input will
damage the drive.
On the chassis drive, install the circular insulating disk between the
panel and the 10K ohm speed adjust potentiometer. Mount the
speed adjust potentiometer through a 0.38 inch (10 mm) hole with
the hardware provided (Figure 5). Twist the speed adjust
potentiometer wire to avoid picking up unwanted electrical noise. If
potentiometer leads are longer than 18 inch (457 mm), use
shielded cable.
All enclosed controls come with the speed adjust potentiometer
installed.
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Installation
MOUNT THROUGH A 0.38 IN. (10 MM) HOLE
CW
WIPER
W
NUT
STAR
WASHER
SPEED ADJUST
POTENTIOMETER
INSULATING DISK
PANEL
Figure 5. Speed Adjust Potentiometer Installation
Alternate speed adjust potentiometer connections
Alternate speed adjust potentiometer connections may be found in
the Application Notes section of this user guide.
IMPORTANT: The user may choose to install a 5K ohm speed
adjust potentiometer; however, the MIN SPD and MAX SPD
trimpots must be recalibrated if the 5K ohm potentiometer is used.
Installation
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Connections

ATTENTION: Do not connect this equipment with power
applied. Failure to heed this directive may result in fire or
serious injury.
Power, fuse and motor connections
Connect the power input leads, an external line fuse and a DC
motor to the drive’s printed circuit board (PCB) as shown in Figure
6 (page 19).
Motor

ATTENTION: To provide the motor with overload protection,
local, national, and international codes (e.g., NEC/CEC)
require that a motor thermostat, internal to the motor, be
installed or an electronic thermal motor overload relay, sized to
protect the motor, be installed between the motor and the
drives output terminals.
Connect a motor to PCB terminals A1 and A2. Ensure that the
motor voltage rating is consistent with the drive’s output voltage.
Power input
Connect the AC line power leads to terminals L1 and L2, or to a
double-throw, single-pole master power switch as shown in Figure
6 (recommended).
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Installation
Master power switch

ATTENTION: Installation of a master power switch in the
input line is required. This is the only way to disconnect
power from the motor. The user is responsible for assuring
safe conditions for operating personnel by providing suitable
guards, audio or visual alarms, or other devices. Failure to
observe these precautions could result in bodily injury.
Install a master power switch in the voltage input line, as shown in
Figure 6. The switch contacts should be rated at a minimum of
200% of motor nameplate current and 250 volts.
Installation
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SCR501
1
D502
C503
MOV502
R501
R502
C505
L1
L2
SCR502
D503
D501
MOV501
Z2
C501
T501
SW501
IC502
IC501
A1
C502
C504
SW502
SW503
AC INPUT
FUSE
SO501
+ INH -
1
OUTPUT
S3
1
J502
S2
S1
J503
3
MIN SPD
MAX SPD
TORQUE
1
5
ACCEL
C506
POWER
DECEL
TQ LIMIT
IR COMP
EMERGENCY
STOP SWITCH
115/230 VAC
LINE VOLTAGE
NOTE: L1 IS THE HOT CONNECTION.
L2 IS THE NEUTRAL CONNECTION.
CW
MOTOR
10K OHM
SPEED ADJUST
POTENTIOMETER
Figure 6. DC3N-12D-00-010-AN Chassis Drive Connections
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Installation
Voltage follower

ATTENTION: The equipment is at line voltage when AC
power is connected. Disconnect and lockout all ungrounded
conductors of the AC power line. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in severe bodily injury or loss of life.
Instead of using an external speed or torque adjust potentiometer, the
drive may be wired to follow an analog input voltage signal that is
isolated (Figure 7). The analog input voltage range is 0 - 2.5 VDC.
Connect the signal input (+) to S2. Connect the signal common (–) to
S1. Make no connection to S3. A potentiometer can be used to scale
the analog input voltage.
ISOLATED
SIGNAL
INPUT
+
SIGNAL
COMMON
-
S2
DC3N
CHASSIS DRIVE
S1
Figure 7. Voltage Follower Connections
Installation
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Enclosed drive
Mounting (NEMA 1 enclosure)
The NEMA 1 enclosed drive comes with 0.88 inch (22 mm) conduit
holes at the bottom of the enclosure. The units may be vertically
wall mounted or horizontally bench mounted using the three
keyholes on the back of the enclosure.
1. For access to the keyholes and the terminal strip, remove the
two screws from the front of the enclosure by turning them
counterclockwise. Grasp the front cover and lift it straight out.
2. Install the mounting screws in the three keyholes.
3. Install conduit hardware through the conduit holes at the bottom
of the enclosure. Connect external wiring to the terminal block.
4. Reinstall the front cover. Avoid pinching any wires between the
front cover and the enclosure.
5. Replace the two screws to the front cover. Turn the screws
clockwise to tighten.
6. Set the POWER switch to the OFF position before applying the
AC line voltage.
Mounting (NEMA 4X enclosure)
The NEMA 4X enclosed drive comes with two 0.88 inch
(22 mm) conduit knockout holes at the bottom of the enclosure.
The units may be vertically wall mounted using the four 0.19 inch
(5 mm) slotted holes on the attached heat sink. For motor loads
less than 5 ADC, the drive may be bench mounted horizontally, or
operated without mounting.
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Installation
1. Install the mounting screws.
2. For access to the terminal strip, turn the slotted screw on the
front cover counterclockwise until it is free from the enclosure.
The right side of the cover is hinged to the enclosure. Pull the
slotted screw to open the enclosure.
3. Carefully remove the conduit knockouts by tapping them into the
enclosure and twisting them off with pliers.
4. Install conduit hardware through the 0.88 inch (22 mm) knockout
holes. Connect external wiring to the terminal block.
5. Grasp the slotted screw and tilt the front cover back into place.
Avoid pinching any wires between the front cover and the
enclosure.
6. Turn the slotted screw clockwise until tight to secure the front
cover.
7. Set the POWER switch to the OFF position before applying the
AC line voltage.
Heat sinking
The DC3N Plate Style and NEMA1 enclosed models require
additional heat sinking when the continuous armature current is
above 5 ADC. Use Reliance Electric part numbers:
• DC3N-HS-00 for the Plate Style drive
• DC3N-HS-01 for the NEMA 1 enclosed drive
NOTE: NEMA4X/12 models include a heatsink as standard.
Installation
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All other enclosed drives have sufficient heat sinking in their basic
configurations. Use a thermally conductive heat sink compound
(such as Dow Corning® 340 Heat Sink Compound) between the
back of the drive enclosure and heat sink surface for optimum heat
transfer.
Line fusing

ATTENTION: Most code requires that upstream branch
protection be provided to protect input power wiring. Failure
to observe this precaution could result in severe bodily
injury or loss of life.
15-amp line fuses are preinstalled on models DC3N-12D-01-010AN and DC3N-12D-4X-010-AN. If the horsepower rating of the
motor being used is less than the maximum horsepower rating of
the drive, the line fuse may have to be replaced with a lower rated
one. Refer to Table 1 on page 14 to install a lower rated fuse.
External line fuses are not required.
Install the required, user-supplied branch circuit protection fuses
according to the applicable local, national, and international codes
(e.g., NEC/CEQ). The fuses must be installed in the line before the
drive input terminals.
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Installation
Connections

ATTENTION: Do not connect this equipment with power
applied. Failure to observe this precaution may result in fire
or serious injury.
Motor

ATTENTION:
To provide the motor with overload
protection, local, national, and international codes (e.g.,
NEC/CEC) require that a motor thermostat, internal to the
motor, be installed or an electronic thermal motor overload
relay, sized to protect the motor, be installed between the
motor and the drives output terminals.
Connect a motor to terminals A1 and A2 as shown in Figure 8.
Ensure that the motor voltage rating is consistent with the drive’s
output voltage.
Power input

ATTENTION: Installation of a master power switch in the
input line is required. This is the only way to disconnect
power from the motor. The user is responsible for assuring
safe conditions for operating personnel by providing suitable
guards, audio or visual alarms, or other devices. Failure to
observe these precautions could result in bodily injury.
Installation
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Connect the AC line power leads to terminals L1 and L2 as shown
in Figure 8, or to a double-pole, single-throw master power switch
(recommended). Ensure that earth ground is connected to the
green screw inside the case.
1
2
3
4
5
6
+
115 VAC
MOTOR
ARMATURE
EARTH GROUND
(GREEN SCREW)
230 VAC
-
LINE VOLTAGE INPUTS
NOTE: TERMINAL 1 IS THE HOT
CONNECTION. TERMINALS 2 & 3
ARE NEUTRAL CONNECTIONS.
Figure 8. DC3N-12D-01-010-AN and
DC3N-12D-4X-010-AN Drive Connections
7
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Operation

ATTENTION: Change voltage switch settings only when
the drive is disconnected from AC line voltage. Make sure
both switches are set to their correct position. If the switches
are improperly set to a lower voltage position, the motor will
not run at full voltage and may cause damage to the
transformer. If the switches are improperly set to a higher
voltage position, the motor will overspeed, which may cause
motor damage, or result in bodily injury or loss of life.
SW501
INPUT
VOLTAGE
SELECT
SW501
INPUT
VOLTAGE
SELECT
SW502
IC502
IC501
A1
SW502
C504
SW503
AC INPUT
C502
OUTPUT
MOTOR ARMATURE
VOLTAGE
SW503
Figure 9. Voltage Switches
Operation
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Before applying power

ATTENTION: If the motor or drive does not perform as
described, disconnect the AC line voltage immediately. Refer
to the Troubleshooting section, page 56, for further
assistance.
• Set voltage switch SW501 and SW502 to either 115V or 230V to
match the AC line voltage. Set voltage switch SW503 to either
90V or 180V to match the maximum armature voltage (Figure 9).
• Verify that no conductive material is present on the printed circuit
board.
• If using a 90 VDC or 130 VDC motor with 230 VAC line voltage,
derate the nameplate motor speed and torque by at least 30%.
Contact the factory for details.
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Operation

ATTENTION: TORQUE and MAX SPD trimpots must be
recalibrated every time the drive is switched between
SPEED and TORQUE mode.
Speed Mode
In Speed Mode, the external potentiometer adjusts the speed
(voltage) of the motor. The on-board TORQUE trimpot sets the
maximum torque available. The drive comes factory calibrated for
speed mode.
To run the drive in Speed Mode, jumper pins 2 & 3 and pins 4 & 5
on J503. See Figure 10 and Figure 11 on page 29.
Torque Mode
In Torque Mode, the external potentiometer adjusts the torque
(current) of the motor. The on-board MAX SPD trimpot sets the
maximum torque limit. The on-board TORQUE trimpot sets the
maximum speed to the motor.
To run the drive in Torque Mode, jumper pins 1 & 2 and pins 3 & 4
on J503. See Figure 10 and Figure 11 on page 29.
Operation
1
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Speed Mode
Jumper pins 2 & 3 and pins 4 & 5 on J503
5
J503
1
Torque Mode
Jumper pins 1 & 2 and pins 3 & 4 on J503
5
J503
Figure 10. J503 SPEED/TORQUE Jumper Settings
J503
Speed/Torque Jumper
+ INH -
1
J502
1
S3
S2
S1
4
J503
3 INHIBIT
TORQUE
1
5
C506
POWER
TQ LIMIT
ACCEL
Figure 11. J503 SPEED/TORQUE Jumper Location
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Operation
Drive Operation

ATTENTION: For frequent starts and stops, short the inhibit
terminals, decelerate to a minimum speed, or apply a
dynamic brake to the motor. Do not use any of these
methods for emergency stopping. They may not stop a drive
that is malfunctioning. Removing AC line power (both L1 and
L2) is the only acceptable method for emergency stopping.
ATTENTION: Frequent starting and stopping can produce
high torque. This may cause damage to motors, especially
gearmotors that are not properly sized for the application.
ATTENTION: Starting and stopping with the inhibit terminal
pins does not disconnect AC power in the stop position. A
hardwired AC power disconnection switch must be mounted
in close proximity to the operator’s start/stop controls. This is
required, as the DC3 drive does not have an armature loop
contactor. A single fault like a power device short may cause
motor rotation when in the stop mode. The user is
responsible for assuring safe conditions for operating
personnel by providing suitable guards, audio or visual
alarms, or other devices. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in bodily injury.
Operation
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DC3N Chassis Drives
1. Turn the speed adjust potentiometer full counterclockwise
(CCW).
2. Apply AC line voltage.
3. Slowly advance the speed adjust potentiometer clockwise (CW).
The motor slowly accelerates as the potentiometer is turned CW.
Continue until the desired speed is reached.
4. Remove AC line voltage from the drive to coast the motor to a
stop.
DC3N Enclosed Drives (NEMA 1 and NEMA 4X)
1. Set the speed adjust potentiometer to “0” (full CCW).
2. Apply AC line voltage.
3. Set the POWER switch to the ON position.
4. Slowly advance the speed adjust potentiometer clockwise (CW).
The motor slowly accelerates as the potentiometer is turned CW.
Continue until the desired speed is reached.
5. Set the POWER switch to the OFF position to coast the motor to
a stop.
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Operation
Starting and stopping methods

ATTENTION: The equipment is at line voltage when AC
power is connected. Disconnect and lockout all ungrounded
conductors of the AC power line. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in severe bodily injury or loss of life.
Line starting and line stopping
Line starting and line stopping (applying and removing AC line
voltage) is recommended for infrequent starting and stopping of a
drive only. When AC line voltage is applied to the drive, the motor
accelerates to the speed set by the speed adjust potentiometer.
When AC line voltage is removed, the motor coasts to a stop.
Starting and stopping using inhibit terminals

ATTENTION: Starting and stopping with the inhibit terminal
pins does not disconnect AC power in the stop position. A
hardwired AC power disconnection switch must be mounted
in close proximity to the operator’s start/stop controls. This
is required, as the DC3 drive does not have an armature
loop contactor. A single fault like a power device short may
cause motor rotation when in the stop mode. The user is
responsible for assuring safe conditions for operating
personnel by providing suitable guards, audio or visual
alarms, or other devices. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in bodily injury.
Operation
33
Open or short the INHIBIT terminals to coast the motor to minimum
or zero speed (see Figure 12 for INHIBIT terminal location).
Reopen the INHIBIT terminals to accelerate the motor to set speed.
An option is to install a single-pole, single-throw switch across the
INHIBIT terminals (Figure 13, page 35).
SW50
Twist inhibit wires and separate them from other power-carrying
wires or sources of electrical noise. Use shielded cable if the inhibit
wires are longer than 18 inches (46 cm). If shielded cable is used,
ground only one end of the shield to earth ground. Do not ground
both ends of the shield. See Shielding Guidelines on
page 12.
INHIBIT
Terminals
SO501
+ INH -
1
1
J502
4
3
S3
S2
S1
1
5
C506
POWER
Figure 12. INHIBIT Terminals and Jumper Location
TQ
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Operation
Configuring the inhibit response

ATTENTION: The DC3 Drive is intended to operate at a
predetermined minimum speed. If the application requires
zero speed operation, the user is responsible for assuring
safe conditions for operating personnel by providing suitable
guards, audio or visual alarms, or other devices. Failure to
observe these precautions could result in bodily injury.
The DC3N drive can be configured for any of four responses to the
INHIBIT input, depending on the jumper settings (Figure 13). The
options are: RUN (inhibit terminals shorted), RUN (inhibit terminals
open), decelerate to minimum speed, and decelerate to zero
speed. Minimum speed is set by the MIN SPD trimpot. Refer to
Calibration for information on adjusting the minimum speed trimpot.
Operation
Description
Normally Open Terminals
Normally Closed Terminals
J501
J501
INHIBIT
TERMINALS
SO502
1
J502
J502
1
INHIBIT
TERMINALS
SO502
1
1
In this
configuration, the
control will run
normally.
SWITCH OPEN
SWITCH CLOSED
J501
J501
1
J502
INHIBIT
TERMINALS
SO502
SWITCH CLOSED
SWITCH OPEN
J501
INHIBIT
TERMINALS
SO502
1
J502
INHIBIT
TERMINALS
SO502
1
J502
J501
1
1
In this
configuration, the
control will run
normally.
INHIBIT
TERMINALS
SO502
1
J502
1
1
In this
configuration, the
control will
decelerate the
motor to minimum
speed.
SWITCH OPEN
SWITCH CLOSED
J501
J501
1
J502
INHIBIT
TERMINALS
SO502
INHIBIT
TERMINALS
SO502
1
J502
1
1
In this
configuration, the
control will
decelerate the
motor to zero
speed (stop).
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SWITCH CLOSED
SWITCH OPEN
NOTE: The MAX and MIN SPD pots must be recalibrated
everytime the inhibit mode (J501 or J502) jumpers are changed.
Figure 13. Inhibit Configuration
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Operation
Decelerating to minimum speed

ATTENTION: The DC3 Drive is intended to operate at a
predetermined minimum speed. If the application requires
zero speed operation, the user is responsible for assuring
safe conditions for operating personnel by providing suitable
guards, audio or visual alarms, or other devices. Failure to
observe these precautions could result in bodily injury.
The switch shown in Figure 14 may be used to decelerate a motor
to a minimum speed. Closing the switch between S1 and S2
decelerates the motor from set speed to a minimum speed
determined by the MIN SPD trimpot setting. If the MIN SPD trimpot
is set full CCW, the motor decelerates to zero speed when the
switch between S1 and S2 is closed. The DECEL trimpot setting
determines the rate at which the drive decelerates. By opening the
switch, the motor accelerates to set speed at a rate determined by
the ACCEL trimpot setting.
CW
S3
10K OHM
SPEED ADJUST
POTENTIOMETER
S2
S1
RUN
DECEL TO
MIN SPEED
Figure 14. Run/Decelerate to Minimum Speed Switch
Operation
37
Dynamic braking

ATTENTION: Wait for the motor to completely stop before
switching it back to RUN. This will prevent high armature
currents from damaging the motor or drive.
ATTENTION: Armature output can drift full ON with the
switch in the BRAKE position and will be driven full ON if the
minimum speed option is selected with the inhibit circuit.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in severe
bodily injury or loss of life.
Dynamic braking may be used to rapidly stop a motor as shown in
Figure 15 on page 38. For the RUN/BRAKE switch, use a twopole, two-position switch rated for at least 250 VDC and
20 amps. For the dynamic brake resistor, use a 40-watt minimum,
high power, wirewound resistor.
Dynamic brake resistor value
Sizing the dynamic brake resistor depends on load inertia, motor
voltage, and braking time. Use a lower-value, higher-wattage
dynamic brake resistor to stop a motor more rapidly. Refer to Table
2 on page 38 for dynamic brake resistor values.
IMPORTANT: For motors rated 1/17 horsepower and lower, a
brake resistor is not necessary since the armature resistance is
high enough to stop the motor without demagnetization. Replace
the dynamic brake with 12 gauge wire.
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Operation
Table 2. Recommended Dynamic Brake Resistor Sizes
Motor
Armature
Current Rating
Less than 2 ADC
2–3 ADC
3–5 ADC
5–10 ADC
10–17 ADC
Minimum
Dynamic Brake
Resistor Value
1 ohm
5 ohm
10 ohm
20 ohm
40 ohm
Minimum
Dynamic Brake
Resistor Wattage
1W
5W
10W
20W
50W
A1
A2
RUN
MOTOR
DYNAMIC BRAKE
RESISTOR
BRAKE
INHIBIT
NOTE: SWITCH MUST BE RATED FOR AC LINE INPUT VOLTAGE
Figure 15. Dynamic Brake Connection
Operation
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Power supply header block
The power supply header block can supply an unregulated +9 VDC
(5 mA) to external devices when the motor and the power supply of
the drive are fully loaded. More current is available with less motor
loading. The power supply can supply an unregulated +15V (10
mA) signal in typical applications.
SCR501
1
D502
C503
MOV502
R501
R502
C505
MOV501
L1
L2
SCR502
D503
D501
Z2
C501
T501
SW501
IC502
IC501
C504
SW502
SW503
AC INPUT
SO501
1
+ INH -
POWER
BLOCK
HEADER
SUPPLY
A1
C502
OUTPUT
S3
1
J502
MIN SPD
S2
S1
J503
3
MAX SPD
TORQUE
1
5
ACCEL
C506
POWER
DECEL
TQ LIMIT
IR COMP
Figure 16. Power Supply Header Block
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Calibration

ATTENTION: Dangerous voltages exist on the drive when it
is powered, and up to 30 seconds after power is removed
and the motor stops. When possible, disconnect the voltage
input from the drive before adjusting the trimpots. If the
trimpots must be adjusted with power applied, use insulated
tools and the appropriate personal protection equipment. BE
ALERT. High voltages can cause serious or fatal injury.
ATTENTION: The control circuit is at line potential when the
drive is energized. Use a non-metallic screwdriver when
making adjustments to the circuit board potentiometers.
Exercise extreme caution as hazardous voltage exists.
Failure to observe these precautions could result in severe
bodily injury or loss of life.
The DC3N chassis drive has six user adjustable trimpots: MIN
SPD, MAX SPD, TORQUE, IR COMP, ACCEL, and DECEL. Each
drive is factory calibrated to its maximum horsepower rating.
Readjust the calibration trimpot settings to accommodate lower
horsepower motors.
All trimpot settings increase with clockwise (CW) rotation, and
decrease with counterclockwise (CCW) rotation. Use a non-metallic
screwdriver for calibration. Each trimpot is identified on the printed
circuit board. Refer to Figure 17 for locations.
Calibration
SCR501
D502
C5 03
MOV502
R501
R 502
C505
L1
L2
SCR502
D503
D501
MOV501
Z2
C501
T501
SW501
IC502
IC501
A2
A1
C504
SW503
C502
SW502
OUTPUT
SO501
+ INH -
1
S3
1
J502
S2
S1
1
J503
5
C506
POWER
TQ LIMIT
MINIMUM
SPEED
MAXIMUM
SPEED
TORQUE
ACCEL
DECEL
IR COMP
Figure 17. Calibration Trimpot Layout
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42
Calibration
MIN SPD

ATTENTION: The DC3 Drive is intended to operate at a
predetermined minimum speed. If the application requires
zero speed operation, the user is responsible for assuring
safe conditions for operating personnel by providing suitable
guards, audio or visual alarms, or other devices. Failure to
observe these precautions could result in bodily injury.
The MIN SPD setting determines the motor speed when the speed
adjust potentiometer is turned full CCW. It is factory set to zero
speed.
To calibrate, turn the speed adjust potentiometer full CCW. Adjust
the MIN SPD trimpot until the motor has stopped (for zero speed
setting), or is running at the desired minimum speed.
MAX SPD
The MAX SPD setting determines the motor speed when the speed
adjust potentiometer is turned full CW. It is factory set for maximum
rated speed.
To calibrate, turn the speed adjust potentiometer full CW. Adjust the
MAX SPD trimpot until the motor is running at the desired
maximum speed.
Calibration
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ACCEL
The ACCEL setting determines the time the motor takes to ramp to
a higher speed. See Specifications on page 1 for approximate
acceleration times. ACCEL is factory set for the fastest acceleration
time (full CCW).
To set the acceleration time:
1. Set the speed adjust potentiometer full CCW. The motor should
run at minimum speed.
2. Turn the speed adjust potentiometer full CW and measure the
time it takes the motor to go from minimum to maximum speed.
3. If the time measured in step 2 is not the desired acceleration
time, turn the ACCEL trimpot CW for a slower acceleration time,
or CCW for a faster acceleration time. Repeat steps 1 through 3
until the acceleration time is correct.
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Calibration
DECEL
The DECEL setting determines the time the motor takes to ramp to
a lower speed. See Specifications on page 1 for approximate
deceleration times. DECEL is factory set for the fastest
deceleration time (full CCW).
To set the deceleration time:
1. Set the speed adjust potentiometer full CW. The motor should
run at maximum speed.
2. Turn the speed adjust potentiometer full CCW and measure the
time it takes the motor to go from maximum to minimum speed.
3. If the time measured in step 2 is not the desired deceleration
time, turn the DECEL trimpot CW for a slower deceleration time,
or CCW for a faster deceleration time. Repeat steps 1 through 3
until the deceleration time is correct.
Calibration
45
TORQUE

ATTENTION: Although the TORQUE trimpot is set to 150%
of motor nameplate current rating, continuous operation
beyond that rating may damage the motor.
The TORQUE setting, commonly referred to as “current limit”,
determines the maximum torque for accelerating and driving the
motor. TORQUE is factory set at 150% of rated motor current.
To calibrate TORQUE:
1. With the power disconnected from the drive, connect a DC
ammeter in series with the armature.
2. Set the TORQUE trimpot to minimum (full CCW).
3. Lock the motor shaft. Be sure that the motor is firmly mounted
to withstand maximum torque generated by the motor.
4. Connect power to the drive.
5. Set the speed adjust potentiometer to maximum reverse speed.
6. Adjust the TORQUE trimpot CW slowly until the armature
current is 150% of motor rated armature current.
7. Set the speed adjust potentiometer to minimum and remove
power.
8. Remove the shaft lock from the motor.
See Figure 18 on page 48 for recommended TORQUE settings.
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Calibration
IR COMP
The IR COMP trimpot setting determines the degree to which
motor speed is held constant as the motor load changes. It is
factory set for optimum motor regulation.
To calibrate IR COMP (exact calibration):
1. Turn the IR COMP trimpot full CCW.
2. Set the speed adjust potentiometer until the motor runs at
midspeed without load (for example, 900 RPM for an 1800 RPM
motor) A hand held tachometer may be used to measure motor
speed.
3. Load the motor armature to its full load armature current rating.
The motor should slow down.
4. While keeping the load on the motor, rotate the IR COMP
trimpot until the motor runs at the speed measured in step 2.
Approximate calibration:
If the motor does not maintain set speed as the load changes,
gradually rotate the IR COMP trimpot CW. If the motor oscillates
(overcompensation), the IR COMP trimpot may be set too
high (CW). Turn the IR COMP trimpot CCW to stabilize the motor
speed.
See Figure 18 on page 48 for recommended IR COMP settings.
Calibration
47
TORQUE MODE CALIBRATION

ATTENTION: TORQUE and MAX SPD trimpots must be
recalibrated every time the drive is switched between Speed
and Torque modes.
1. Disconnect power from the drive and connect a
DC voltmeter across the armature.
2. Set the MAX SPD and TORQUE trimpots to the 12
o’clock position.
3. Set the external potentiometer to full CW.
4. Apply line power.
5. Adjust the TORQUE trimpot so the motor is running at
the motor’s maximum rated input voltage (nameplate rating).
6. Remove line power and the DC voltmeter. Be sure the motor is
firmly mounted. Connect a DC ammeter in series with
the armature. Carefully lock the motor armature.
7. Apply line power.
8. With the external potentiometer set to full CW, slowly adjust the
MAX SPD trimpot until the motor draws 100% of the motor’s
rated armature current (nameplate rating).
9. Remove the line power, stall from motor and ammeter.
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Calibration
TORQUE
TORQUE
IR COMP
IR COMP
1 HP
90 VDC
1750 RPM
10 AMPS
1 HP
180 VDC
1750 RPM
9.2 AMPS
3/4 HP
90 VDC
1750 RPM
7.6 AMPS
1 1/2 HP
180 VDC
1800 RPM
7 AMPS
TORQUE
IR COMP
1/2 HP
90 VDC
1750 RPM
5 AMPS
1 HP
180 VDC
1750 RPM
5 AMPS
1/3 HP
90 VDC
1750 RPM
3.5 AMPS
3/4 HP
180 VDC
1750 RPM
3.8 AMPS
1/4 HP
90 VDC
1750 RPM
2.7 AMPS
TORQUE
IR COMP
1/2 HP
180 VDC
1750 RPM
1.3 AMPS
Figure 18. Recommended Torque and IR COMP Settings
(actual settings may vary with each application)
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Application Notes
Multiple fixed speeds
Replace the speed adjust potentiometer with series resistors with
a total series resistance of 5K ohm or 10K ohms (Figure 19). Add
a single pole, multi-position switch with the correct number of
positions for the desired number of fixed speeds.
R1
S3
R2
S2
R3
S1
TOTAL SERIES
RESISTANCE
10K OHMS
R4
Figure 19. Multiple Fixed Speeds
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Application Notes
Adjustable speeds using potentiometers in
series
Replace the speed adjust potentiometer with a single pole, multiposition switch, and two or more potentiometers in series, with a
total series resistance of 10K ohms. Figure 20 shows a connection
for fixed high and low speed adjust potentiometers.
If desired, you can use two 5K ohm or 10K ohm potentiometers in
parallel; however, the maximum speed adjust trimpot must then be
recalibrated. Refer to the Max Spd section (page 42) of Calibration
for more information.
CW
S3
HIGH
SPEED
5K
OHM
LOW
SPEED
CW
S2
S1
5K
OHM
Figure 20. Adjustable Fixed Speeds Using
Potentiometers in Series
Application Notes
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Independent adjustable speeds
Replace the speed adjust potentiometer with a single pole, multiposition switch, and two or more potentiometers in parallel, with a
total parallel resistance of 10K ohms. Figure 21 shows the
connection of two independent speed adjust potentiometers that
can be mounted at two separate operating stations.
If desired, you can use two 5K ohm or 10K ohm potentiometers in
parallel; however, the maximum speed adjust trimpot must then be
recalibrated. Refer to the Max Spd section (page 42) of Calibration
for more information.
S3
SPEED 2
CW
CW
SPEED 1
20K
OHM
20K
OHM
S2
S1
Figure 21. Independent Adjustable Speeds
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Application Notes
RUN/JOG switch

ATTENTION: Starting and stopping with the inhibit terminal
pins does not disconnect AC power in the stop position. A
hardwired AC power disconnection switch must be mounted
in close proximity to the operator’s start/stop controls. This is
required, as the DC3 drive does not have an armature loop
contactor. A single fault like a power device short may cause
motor rotation when in the stop mode. The user is
responsible for assuring safe conditions for operating
personnel by providing suitable guards, audio or visual
alarms, or other devices. Failure to observe these
precautions could result in bodily injury.
Using a RUN/JOG switch is recommended in applications where
quick stopping is not needed and frequent jogging is required. Use
a single pole, two position switch for the RUN/JOG switch, and a
single pole, normally closed, momentary operated pushbutton for
the JOG pushbutton.
Application Notes
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RUN/JOG switch option 1
In the first wiring option, connect the RUN/JOG switch and JOG
pushbutton to the inhibit plug as shown in Figure 22. The motor
coasts to a stop when the RUN/JOG switch is set to JOG. Press
the JOG pushbutton to jog the motor. Return the RUN/JOG switch
to RUN for normal operation.
RUN
INHIBIT
JOG
PUSHBUTTON
JOG
Figure 22. RUN/JOG Switch Connection to Inhibit Plug
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Application Notes
RUN/JOG switch option 2
In the second wiring option, connect the RUN/JOG switch and the
JOG pushbutton as shown in Figure 23. When the RUN/JOG
switch is set to JOG, the motor decelerates to minimum speed
(minimum speed is determined by the MIN SPD trimpot setting).
Press the JOG pushbutton to jog the motor. Return the RUN/JOG
switch to RUN for normal operation.
S3
CW
S2
10K OHM
SPEED ADJUST
POTENTIOMETER
S1
RUN
JOG
JOG
PUSHBUTTON
Figure 23. RUN/JOG Switch Connection to
Speed Adjust Potentiometer
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Application Notes
Reversing
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ATTENTION: At very low input levels, noise or drift could
cause analog input polarity to change. This could cause the
motor to rotate in the opposite direction. Proper precautions
should be taken as this could result in damage to, or
destruction of, the equipment.
A dynamic brake may be used when reversing the motor direction
(Figure 24). Use a three pole, three position switch rated for at
least the maximum DC armature voltage and maximum braking
current. Wait for the motor to stop completely before switching it to
either the forward or reverse direction. See the Dynamic braking
section (page 37) for recommended dynamic brake resistor sizes.
A1
A2
DYNAMIC
BRAKE
RESISTOR
MOTOR
FWD
BRAKE
REV
INHIBIT
Figure 24. Reversing Circuit Connection
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Troubleshooting
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ATTENTION: This equipment is at line voltage when AC
power is connected. Disconnect and lockout all ungrounded
conductors of the AC power line before working on the unit.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in severe
bodily injury or loss of life.
Before troubleshooting
Perform the following steps before starting any procedure in this
section:
• Disconnect AC line voltage from the drive.
• Check the drive closely for damaged components.
• Check that no conductive or other foreign material has become
lodged on the printed circuit board.
• Verify that every connection is correct and in good condition.
• Verify that there are no short circuits or grounded connections.
• Check that the voltage selection switch settings match the AC
line and output voltages.
• Check that the drive’s rated armature and field outputs are
consistent with the motor ratings.
Troubleshooting
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Diagnostic LEDs
The DC3N chassis drive is equipped with two diagnostic LEDs.
Refer to Figure 25 for LED location.
Power (PWR):
Lights whenever the AC line voltage is applied to the drive.
Torque Limit (TQ LIMIT or TL):
SW5
Lights whenever the drive reaches current limit.
OUTPUT
S3
S2
S1
J503
1
5
C506
POWER
POWER
TQ LIMIT
TQ LIMIT
Figure 25. Diagnostic LED Locations
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Line fuse blows.
Possible
Causes
Suggested
Solutions
1. Line fuse is the
wrong size.
1. Check that the line
fuse is correct for
the motor size.
2. Motor cable or
armature is shorted
to ground.
2. Check motor cable
and armature for
shorts.
3. Nuisance tripping
caused by a
combination of
ambient conditions
and high-current
spikes (i.e.
reversing).
3. Add a blower to
cool the drive
components;
decrease TORQUE
settings, or resize
motor and drive for
actual load
demand, or check
for incorrectly
aligned mechanical
components or
“jams”.
Troubleshooting
Problem
Line fuse does not
blow, but the motor
does not run.
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Possible
Causes
Suggested
Solutions
1. Speed adjust
potentiometer is
set to zero speed.
1. Increase the speed
adjust
potentiometer
setting.
2. INHIBIT terminals
are jumpered.
2. Remove jumper
from the INHIBIT
terminals.
3. S2 is shorted to
S1.
3. Remove short.
4. Drive is in current
limit.
4. Verify that motor is
not jammed.
Increase TORQUE
setting if they are
set too low.
5. Drive is not
receiving AC line
voltage.
5. Apply AC line
voltage to L1 and
L2.
6. Motor is not
connected.
6. Connect motor to
A1 and A2.
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Troubleshooting
Problem
Possible
Causes
Suggested
Solutions
Motor does not
stop when the
speed adjust
potentiometer is full
CCW.
MIN SPD setting is
too high.
Calibrate MIN SPD.
Motor runs in the
opposite direction
(non-reversing
drives).
Motor connections to
A1 and A2 are
reversed.
Reverse connections
to A1 and A2.
Motor runs too fast.
MAX SPD and MIN
SPD are set too high.
Calibrate MAX SPD
and MIN SPD.
Motor will not
reach the desired
speed.
1. MAX SPD setting
is too low.
1. Increase MAX SPD
setting.
2. IR COMP setting is
too low.
2. Increase IR COMP
setting.
3. TORQUE setting is
too low.
3. Increase TORQUE
setting.
Troubleshooting
Problem
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Possible
Causes
Suggested
Solutions
Motor will not
reach the desired
speed (cont.)
4. Motor is
overloaded.
4. Check motor load.
Resize the motor if
necessary.
Motor pulsates or
surges under load.
1. IR COMP is set too
high.
1. Adjust the IR
COMP setting
slightly CCW until
the motor speed
stabilizes.
2. Motor bouncing in
and out of current
limit.
2. Make sure motor is
not undersized for
load; adjust
TORQUE trimpot
CW.
MOTOR
0.01 OHM
or 0.05 OHM
FEEDBACK
RESISTOR
L2
SCR
POWER
BRIDGE
L1
+
-
-
+
+
MIN SPD
ACCEL/
DECEL
+10 VDC
-10 VDC
+5 VDC
-5 VDC
+
POWER
SUPPLY
SPEED
INPUT
(MAX SPD)
Figure 26. DC3N Series Block Diagram
CURRENT
LIMIT
IR
COMP
RAMP
GENERATOR
FIRING
CIRCUIT
ARMATURE
FEEDBACK
+
S2
S1
S3
L2
L1
10K OHM
SPEED ADJUST
POTENTIOMETER
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Troubleshooting
Functional Diagrams
Troubleshooting
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A1
A2
S3
CW
P1
S2
S1
10K OHM
SPEED ADJUST
POTENTIOMETER
L1
L2
SW3
+
5
FU2
NLT
MOTOR
ARMATURE
90 VDC (180 VDC)
4
3
2
115 VAC
230 VAC
LINE VOLTAGE
INPUTS
1
FU1
+
EARTH GROUND
(GREEN SCREWS)
Figure 27. Terminal Block Connections
for DC3N Enclosed Drives
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CE Compliance
Reliance Electric Corporation hereby certifies that its DC3N series
drives have been approved to bear the “CE” mark provided the
conditions of approval have been met by the end user.
The DC3N series has been tested to the following test
specifications:
EN55011:1991 (emissions), and
EN50082-1:1992 (immunity)
Compliance allows Reliance Electric’s DC3N series to bear the
CE mark.
The end user, as described herein, falls into one of two categories:
1. The Consumer will deploy a stand-alone unit as an
integral, yet external, portion of the machine being
operated.
2. The Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) will
implement the product as a component of the machine
being manufactured.
External filtering
In addition to EMI/RFI safeguards inherent in the DC3N series’
design, external filtering is required. If the end-user is using a CEapproved motor, the correct line filter listed below is all that is
necessary to meet the EMC directives listed herein.
CE Compliance
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Line filters
Reliance Electric requires the Corcom® line filters listed below.
Table 3. Corcom® Filters
Nameplate Current of
Motor Wired to the Drive
0 to 4 amps
4.1 to 13 amps
www.corcom.com
Corcom® Filter
Part Number
6VV1
20VV1
If the exact line filter is not available, the specifications are as
follows:
L = (1.73 + 0.03) milliHenries.
C = (0.27 + 0.54) microFarads (X); 0.0055 microFarads (Y).
R = 330Kohms.
Rated current: 1.4 times maximum DC motor current.
Filter type: Balanced 2-section.
IMPORTANT: The line filters should be wired to the AC line within
0.25 meters of the drive. The ground connection from the line filter
must be wired to solid earth ground (resistance less than 500
ohms); not machine ground.
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CE Compliance
Armature filters
If the end-user is not using a CE-approved motor, a second
filter on the armature must be deployed. This filter will have the
Minarik part number CEXXMM, where XX is the motor current
rating listed on the nameplate. MinarikFilters are listed below.
Table 4. Minarik Filters
Nameplate Current of
Motor Wired to the Drive
0 to 4 amps
4.1 to 13 amps
www.minarikcorp.com
Minarik Filter
Part Number
CE4MM
CE20MM
The filters listed above are Real-Pole Balanced-Pi 3-pole filters. If
the exact filter is not available, the specifications are as follows:
L & L1 = 2 * (0.8) milliHenries.
C & C1 = 2 * (0.1) microFarads @ 400W VDC.
Rin = 0.1 ohm; Rout = 1.2 ohm.
The filters listed above must be wired to the DC output of the drive,
as close to the drive as possible.
The end user must use the filters listed in this section to comply
with CE. The OEM may choose to provide alternative filtering that
encompasses the Reliance Electric drive and other electronics
within the same panel.
CE Compliance
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The OEM has this liberty because CE is a machinery directive.
Whether or not every component in the OEM’s machinery meets
CE, the OEM must still submit his machine for CE approval.
Thus, no component must necessarily meet CE within the machine,
as long as the OEM takes the necessary steps to guarantee the
machine does meet CE. By the same token, even if every
component in the OEM’s machine does meet CE, the machine will
not necessarily meet CE as a machine.
Using CE-approved wiring practices (such as proper shielding) and
the filters listed in this section help the drive meet EN55011 (1991
emissions standard) and EN50082-1 (1992 immunity standard).
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Notes
69
Notes
70
Notes
This document, as well as more information about Reliance Electric products, can be found at
www.reliance.com/drives.
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