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Mechanical installation 
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Mechanical installation 
Chapter overview 
This chapter describes the mechanical installation of the DCS550. 
Unpacking the unit 
  Open the box, 
  take out shock dampers, 
  separate manual and 
accessories. 
 
not lift the drive by the 
 
Delivery check 
Check that there are no signs of damage. Before attempting installation and operation, check the information 
on the nameplate of the converter module to verify that the unit is of the correct type. The label includes an 
IEC rating, cULus, C-tick (N713) and CE markings, a type code and a serial number, which allow individual 
identification of each unit. The remaining digits complete the serial number so that there are no two units with 
the same serial number. See an example nameplate below. 
 
 
   N713
ABB Automation Products GmbH 
3 
 525 V
Type: DCS550-S02-0075-05-00-00 
 
 
Production year 
2010 and week 52 
 
 
Before installation 
Install the drive in an upright position with the cooling section facing a wall. Check the installation site 
according to the requirements below. Refer to chapter Dimensions
 for frame details. 
Requirements for the installation site 
See chapter Technical data for the allowed operation conditions of the drive. 
Wall 
The wall should be as close to vertical as possible, of non-flammable material and strong enough to carry the 
weight of the unit. Check that there is nothing on the wall to inhibit the installation. 
Floor 
The floor or material below the installation must be non-flammable. 
Free space around the unit 
Around the unit free space is required to enable cooling airflow, service and maintenance see chapter 
Dimensions
. 
Rated input current 
Rated internal field exciter 
current 
Rated fan voltage