12 ACH550 Installation, Operation and Maintenance Manual
ACH550-UH
EM3 (an M4x16 screw) makes an internal ground connection 
that reduces electro-magnetic emission. Where EMC (electro-
magnetic compatibility) is a concern, and the network is 
symmetrically grounded, EM3 may be installed. For 
reference, the diagram at right illustrates a symmetrically 
grounded network.
Floating networks
WARNING! Do not attempt to install or remove EM1, EM3, F1 or F2 screws while 
power is applied to the drive’s input terminals.
For floating networks (also known as IT, ungrounded, or impedance/resistance 
grounded networks): 
• Disconnect the ground connection to the internal RFI filters:
– Frame sizes R1…R4: Remove the EM1 screw (unit is shipped with EM3 
removed, see Connection diagrams on page 8). 
– Frame sizes R5…R6: Remove both the F1 and F2 screws (see page 9).
• Where EMC requirements exist, check for excessive emission propagated to 
neighboring low voltage networks. In some cases, the natural suppression in 
transformers and cables is sufficient. If in doubt, use a supply transformer with 
static screening between the primary and secondary windings. 
• Do NOT install an external RFI/EMC filter. Using an RFI filter grounds the input 
power through the filter capacitors, which could be dangerous and could damage 
the unit.
Checking motor and motor cable insulation
WARNING! Check the motor and motor cable insulation before connecting the drive 
to input power. For this test, make sure that motor cables are NOT connected to the 
drive.
1. Complete motor cable connections to the motor, but NOT to the drive output 
terminals (U2, V2, W2).
2. At the drive end of the motor cable, measure the insulation 
resistance between each motor cable phase and Protective 
Earth (PE): Apply a voltage of 1 kV DC and verify that 
resistance is greater than 1 Mohm.