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General| Type | Softstarter |
|---|---|
| Rated operational current - In-Line Connection | 30 A |
| Rated operational current - Inside Delta Connection | 52 A |
| Number of phases | 3 |
| Rated operational voltage | 208-690 V |
| Communication | Modbus RTU |
| Output voltage | 208-690 V |
| Output current | 30 A |
| Operating temperature range | -25°C to +60°C |
Details on manuals and catalogs for PSTX softstarters, including document IDs and availability.
Specifies the target audience and necessary qualifications for personnel using the manual.
Information on manual revisions and related ABB documents for PSTX softstarters.
Defines acronyms and abbreviations used throughout the manual for clarity.
Step-by-step instructions for connecting the softstarter, including diagrams.
Guidance on configuring the softstarter using the Assistants menu.
Details the steps for initial softstarter setup: language, date, time, and motor data.
Steps for setting up specific application types, values, and tuning parameters.
Instructions on how to start and stop the motor using the softstarter keypad.
General overview of the PSTX softstarter, including operation and protection functions.
Comprehensive list and description of available protection functions for the softstarter.
Diagram and description of the softstarter's main components and connections.
Detailed technical data including general specifications, ratings, and dimensions.
Basic electrical and environmental specifications for the softstarter.
Table detailing motor power ratings and full load current for various softstarter models.
Drawings and measurements showing the physical size of PSTX softstarters.
Instructions for proper handling, inspection, and checking of the softstarter package.
Procedures and considerations for physically mounting the softstarter.
Specific precautions to take when handling the softstarter during installation.
Specifies minimum distances to walls and fronts for proper cooling and operation.
Minimum recommended enclosure sizes (IEC and UL) for softstarter installation.
Instructions for detaching and mounting the HMI keypad separately.
Detailed instructions for connecting the main power circuit of the softstarter.
Specifies tightening torques and cable dimensions for main circuit connections.
Guidance for connecting control supply voltage and control circuits.
Wiring instructions for start/stop control signals using terminals 13-21.
Wiring instructions for programmable digital inputs on terminals 15, 16, and 17.
Instructions for connecting PTC or PT100 temperature sensors.
Details on connecting the configurable analog output signal.
Explains the overall navigation structure and use of the HMI.
Description of the meaning of the Ready, Run, Protection, and Fault LEDs.
Detailed explanation of each key on the softstarter's keypad.
How to control the softstarter locally using the keypad.
Explanation of the Start and Stop keys for motor control.
Description of the motor jog function for slow speed positioning.
Accessing and configuring display settings, active faults, and warnings.
Customizing the appearance and information shown on the HMI home view.
How to access and interpret information on active faults, protections, and warnings.
Overview of the main menu structure and submenus.
Accessing and navigating through parameter settings.
Guidance on using the complete parameter list for advanced setup.
How to add and manage favorite parameters for quick access.
Using predefined settings for quick and easy softstarter setup.
Accessing and viewing the softstarter's event log for faults, warnings, and runs.
Procedures for creating and uploading parameter backups.
Viewing system information like firmware version and serial number.
Configuring essential settings like language, date, time, and display.
How to change the HMI language for the softstarter interface.
Setting the softstarter's date and time for accurate logging.
Adjusting display parameters like contrast, brightness, and power save.
Restoring home view layout, parameters, or operating data to factory defaults.
Detailed explanation of voltage ramp start and stop functions.
Parameters and configuration for the voltage start ramp.
Parameters and configuration for the voltage stop ramp.
Explanation of torque ramp start and stop, including curve descriptions.
Parameters for configuring the torque start ramp and its profiles.
Parameters for configuring the torque stop ramp, optimizing for pump applications.
Details on normal, dual, and ramp current limit functions.
Configuration for slow speed function for motor positioning.
Configuration for starting up to three motors sequentially.
Overview of internal and external digital inputs, relay outputs, and analog outputs.
Details on configuring the softstarter's five digital inputs.
Configuration options for the three internal relay outputs.
Settings for the configurable analog output signal.
General description of protection functions and their operation modes.
Configuration for Electronic Overload protection.
Configuration for protection against locked rotor conditions.
Configuration for protection against over voltage conditions.
Configuration for protection against under voltage conditions.
Setup for earth fault detection and protection.
General description of warning functions and their behavior.
Warning for high motor temperature exceeding the set level.
Warning for motor current exceeding the settable level.
Warning for main voltage exceeding the set value.
Warning for main voltage falling below the set value.
General information on fault detection and types.
Details on internal faults like shunt and short circuit faults.
Information and troubleshooting for shunt faults.
Information and troubleshooting for short circuit faults.
Details on external faults such as phase loss and bad network.
Troubleshooting steps for phase loss faults.
Troubleshooting steps for low supply voltage faults.
Description of special features like Limp mode and System mode.
Enabling Limp mode for operation with two controlled phases.
Feature to start the motor automatically without an external command.
Choosing between Normal, Demo, and Small motor modes.
Accessing and configuring softstarter setup parameters.
Using predefined settings for quick and easy softstarter setup.
Recommended basic settings for various application types.
Details on the RS485 interface for Modbus RTU communication.
Connecting the Anybus CompactCom module for fieldbus communication.
Instructions for setting up the Anybus CompactCom module.
Using the ABB Fieldbus Plug Adapter for fieldbus communication.
Instructions for setting up the ABB Fieldbus Plug Adapter.
Using the USB interface for communication with external devices like PCs.
Routine checks for connections, mounting, cooling, and fans.
Procedures for contacting ABB for service and repair, including safety precautions.
General guidance and safety precautions for troubleshooting.
Table of common problems, possible causes, and solutions.
Table showing indications of faults, protections, and warnings by motor control state.
Explanation of how protections are indicated on the HMI screen.
Explanation of how faults are indicated on the HMI screen.
Explanation of how warnings are indicated on the HMI screen.
General circuit diagram for PSTX softstarters.
Detailed IEC version circuit diagram for PSTX30 to PSTX170.
Detailed UL version circuit diagram for PSTX30 to PSTX170.
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