Baldor VS1MD - Page 15

3-2 VS1MD AC Drive User Manual
3.1.1 Operating Conditions
Before deciding on an installation site, consider the following guidelines:
• Protect the cooling fan by avoiding dust or metallic particles.
• Do not expose the drive to a corrosive atmosphere.
• Protect the drive from moisture and direct sunlight.
• Verify that the drive location will meet the environmental conditions specified in table
3.1.
3.1.2 Minimum Mounting Clearances
Refer to figure 3.1 for the minimum mounting clearances. Refer to section 3.1 for drive mounting
dimensions.
Table 3.1 – Ambient Temperatures and Mounting Clearances
Ambient Temperature Enclosure Rating Minimum Mounting
Clearances
Minimum Maximum
-10
o
C
(14
o
F)
50
o
C
(122
o
F)
IP20/Open Type 5 cm
40
o
C
(104
o
F)
IP20/NEMA 1 5 cm
50
o
C
(122
o
F)
Side-by-Side 5 cm
Figure 3.1 – Minimum Mounting Clearances
5 cm
(1.0 in)