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Introduction to the manual
Contents of this chapter
The chapter describes applicability, target audience and purpose of this manual. It 
describes the contents of this manual and refers to a list of related manuals for more 
information. The chapter also contains a flowchart of steps for checking the delivery, 
installing and commissioning the drive. The flowchart refers to chapters/sections in 
this manual.
Applicability
The manual applies to the ACS580-01 drives, including the new (2017) R1…R3 
frames (see all applicable types in section Ratings on page 160).
Note: The manual does not apply to R0…R3 frames with type codes ACS580-01-:
02A6-4, 03A3-4, 04A0-4, 05A6-4, 07A2-4, 09A-4, 12A6-4, 017A-4, 025A-4, 032A-4, 
038A-4, 045A-4. For these types, see ACS580-01 (0.75 to 250 kW, 1.0 to 350 hp) 
hardware manual (3AXD50000018826 [English]).
Target audience
The reader is expected to know the fundamentals of electricity, wiring, electrical 
components and electrical schematic symbols.
The manual is written for readers worldwide. Both SI and imperial units are shown. 
Special US instructions for installations in the United States are given. 
Purpose of the manual
This manual provides information needed for planning the installation, installing, and 
servicing the drive.