Specifications

WARNING
DISCHARGE TIME
Frequency converters contain DC-link capacitors that can
remain charged even when the frequency converter is
not powered. To avoid electrical hazards, disconnect AC
mains, any permanent magnet type motors, and any
remote DC-link power supplies, including battery
backups, UPS and DC-link connections to other
frequency converters. Wait for the capacitors to fully
discharge before performing any service or repair work.
The amount of wait time is listed in the Discharge Time
table. Failure to wait the specified time after power has
been removed before doing service or repair could result
in death or serious injury.
Voltage [V] Power range [kW] Minimum waiting time
[min]
3x200 0.25–3.7 4
3x200 5.5–45 15
3x400 0.37–7.5 4
3x400 11–90 15
3x600 2.2–7.5 4
3x600 11–90 15
Table 2.1 Discharge Time
2.1.2
Disposal Instruction
Equipment containing electrical
components may not be disposed of
together with domestic waste.
It must be separately collected with
electrical and electronic waste according
to local and currently valid legislation.
2.2 CE Labeling
2.2.1 CE Conformity and Labeling
What is CE Conformity and Labeling?
The purpose of CE labeling is to avoid technical trade
obstacles within EFTA and the EU. The EU has introduced
the CE label as a simple way of showing whether a
product complies with the relevant EU directives. The CE
label says nothing about the specifications or quality of
the product. Frequency converters are regulated by three
EU directives:
The machinery directive (98/37/EEC)
All machines with critical moving parts are covered by the
machinery directive of January 1, 1995. Since a frequency
converter is largely electrical, it does not fall under the
machinery directive. However, if a frequency converter is
supplied for use in a machine, Danfoss provides
information on safety aspects relating to the frequency
converter. Danfoss do this by means of a manufacturer's
declaration.
The low-voltage directive (73/23/EEC)
Frequency converters must be CE labeled in accordance
with the low-voltage directive of January 1, 1997. The
directive applies to all electrical equipment and appliances
used in the 50-1000 V AC and the 75-1500 V DC voltage
ranges. Danfoss CE-labels in accordance with the directive
and issues a declaration of conformity upon request.
The EMC directive (89/336/EEC)
EMC is short for electromagnetic compatibility. The
presence of electromagnetic compatibility means that the
mutual interference between different components/
appliances does not affect the way the appliances work.
The EMC directive came into effect January 1, 1996.
Danfoss CE-labels in accordance with the directive and
issues a declaration of conformity upon request. To carry
out EMC-correct installation, see the instructions in this
Design Guide. In addition, Danfossspecifies which
standards our products comply with. Danfossoffers the
filters presented in the specifications and provide other
types of assistance to ensure the optimum EMC result.
The frequency converter is most often used by profes-
sionals of the trade as a complex component forming part
of a larger appliance, system or installation. It must be
noted that the responsibility for the final EMC properties of
the appliance, system or installation rests with the installer.
2.2.2
What is Covered
The EU "Guidelines on the Application of Council Directive
89/336/EEC" outline three typical situations of using a
frequency converter. See 2.2.3 Danfoss Frequency Converter
and CE Labeling for EMC coverage and CE labeling.
1. The frequency converter is sold directly to the
end-consumer. The frequency converter is for
example sold to a DIY market. The end-consumer
is a layman. He installs the frequency converter
himself for use with a hobby machine, a kitchen
appliance, etc. For such applications, the
frequency converter must be CE labeled in
accordance with the EMC directive.
2. The frequency converter is sold for installation in
a plant. The plant is built up by professionals of
the trade. It could be a production plant or a
heating/ventilation plant designed and installed
by professionals of the trade. Neither the
frequency converter nor the finished plant has to
be CE labeled under the EMC directive. However,
the unit must comply with the basic EMC
requirements of the directive. This is ensured by
using components, appliances, and systems that
are CE labeled under the EMC directive.
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