S811+ Operating Configuration
S811+ Soft Starter MN03900001E—November 2012 31
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Predefined keys are used to perform critical functions:
Predefined Keys
Transfer of S811+ Configuration Parameters
The 811+ has the ability to capture (store) Configuration 
Parameters to the DIM. The Configuration Parameters can 
then be downloaded into other S811+ units.
To upload parameters: From the LCD DIM Setup Menu, 
select “Upload Settings” 
To download parameters: From the LCD DIM Setup Menu, 
select “Download Settings” 
To erase the parameter set stored in the DIM memory, 
select “Flush” from the “Upload Settings” parameter.
Access Level (Password) Option
Levels of edit may be set to protect parameter settings.
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Level 0—All parameters are Read Only
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Level 1—Basic Editing 
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Level 2—Advanced Editing allows access to all editable 
parameters.
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Default Password for Levels 1 and 2 is 0. There is no 
password required for Level 0.
DIM Removal
The DIM may be removed at any time (default) and the 
S811+ will maintain functionality. The S811+ may be 
configured to Fault Trip if the DIM is removed by disabling 
the Removable DIM parameter located in the LCD DIM 
Setup Menu.
Note: If the S811+ received a START command from the 
DIM, the unit will Fault Trip if the DIM is removed 
while the unit is running. If the START command was 
received from the control terminal block or a network 
connection, the S811+ will continue to run.
Setup and Starting
Before You Begin 
Be Aware of the Following: 
1. The Permissive terminal must have 24 Vdc applied to 
ENABLE start or run commands from any source. 
2. To initiate a Stop remove the 24 Vdc Permissive terminal 
input. 
3. For 2-wire local control, jumper Permissive and Start 
terminal inputs together. 
4. After an Overload Trip, the S811+ Soft Starter cannot be 
restarted until the prescribed cool-down time has 
elapsed. Review the START Inhibit times noted in 
Appendix B. Cycling 24 Vdc control power does not 
reset the timer. If control power is removed, the soft 
starter will retain the remaining time and will resume the 
cool-down timing when power is again reapplied. 
5. When the S811+ internal bypass contactor(s) close, a 
sound similar to contactor chatter may be heard. This 
sound is the result of multiple contactors in some 
models closing one after the other in a very short period. 
It is normal operation intended to reduce the surge 
current requirements of your power supply. During 
normal operation, the S811+ will cycle the internal 
bypass contactors at random intervals to clean the 
contacts. During this operation, the contactors may be 
heard to release then pull in again as described above.
Setup 
After all power and control connections have been made and 
you have read and understood the different operating modes 
and protection features of the soft starter, set the Operations 
and Protection parameters for your application. In many 
cases, only the Motor FLA parameter requires adjustment to 
the proper value, and all other parameters may be used with 
the default values for the initial Start. Review the Protection 
Options of the S811+ Appendix B and adjust as required.
Stop Command
Start Command—0.3 seconds minimum to 
recognize the signal. The delay may be 
adjusted to 0.1 seconds. If set to 0, the Start 
button on the DIM is disabled.
ESC—Navigates from the User Display to 
the Parameter Edit Screens and is used to 
return to any previous menu level without 
saving changes.