Invertek Optidrive E3 Series - User Manual

This guide is intended to complement the user manual provided by the manufacturer.
It is provided as a basic introduction to the product for Inverter Drive Supermarket customers.
It should not be used as a replacement for the manual issued by the manufacturer.
Issue 1
20190107
This product is not a safety device. All safety considerations including but not
limited to Emergency Stop provision should be assessed separately and are
outside the scope of this guide.
Invertek Optidrive E3 Frequency Inverter (IP20, 3ph output)
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Summary

Power and Motor Connections (Single Phase)

Power and Motor Connections (Three Phase)

Motor Connections - Star and Delta

Motor connected in STAR (or Wye)

Details the STAR connection for dual voltage motors, often used for small motors up to 3kW.

Motor connected in DELTA

Details the DELTA connection for dual voltage motors, suitable for lower voltage ratings.

Parameters - overview

Parameters to set before use

Parameters to check and values to set

Lists key parameters for basic operation, including frequency, acceleration, voltage, current, and command source.

How to set a Parameter value

How to operate the Inverter from the keypad

How to enable;disable Sensorless Vector mode

Parameters to check prior to an Autotune

Lists parameters for Autotune, including menu access, motor voltage, current, frequency, speed, and control mode.

Start Autotune

Procedure to set parameter P-52 and initiate the Autotune process for motor model building.

The Autotune process

Details the Autotune process, noting motor excitation noise and completion feedback.

How to connect and configure a Potentiometer for remote speed control

Parameters to check for remote Potentiometer speed control

Parameters required for potentiometer speed control: menu access and analogue input signal format.

Connecting the Potentiometer

Wiring instructions for connecting a potentiometer to the AI1 terminal for variable speed control.

How to connect and configure a Run Forward or Run Reverse switch

Parameters to check for remote Run;Stop

Parameters for switch control: command source, menu access, and digital input function for run/stop.

Connecting the Switch

Wiring diagram for a 3-position switch to control forward, reverse, and stop operations.

How to connect and configure a Run;Stop switch with Forward;Reverse selection

Parameters to check for remote Run;Stop

Parameters for separate switches: command source, menu access, and digital input function for run/stop/direction.

Connecting the Switches

Wiring diagrams for two 2-position switches: one for Run/Stop, another for Forward/Reverse direction.

How to configure 3-Wire control with Run Forward Run Reverse and Stop pushbuttons

Parameters to check for remote 3-wire control

Parameters for 3-wire control: command source, menu access, and digital input function for pushbuttons.

Connecting the Switches

Wiring diagrams for three pushbuttons: normally closed for Stop, normally open for Run Forward/Reverse.

Brake Resistor Connection (size 2 and above)

Parameters to check for Dynamic Braking

Parameters for dynamic braking: menu access and brake chopper enable settings.

Connecting the Resistor

Wiring instructions for connecting a brake resistor to the inverter's + and BR terminals for energy dissipation.

How to reset the Inverter to Factory Defaults

Three Button Reset

Procedure to reset all parameters to factory defaults using a three-button combination on the keypad.

Confirm the Reset

Confirmation step for the factory reset process by pressing the stop key.

Enable Extended or Advanced Parameters (optional)

Guide to setting parameter P-14 to unlock extended or advanced parameter menus post-reset.

Invertek Optidrive E3 Series Specifications

General

Output Voltage	0 to input voltage
Protection Rating	IP20
Altitude	Up to 1000m without derating
Output Frequency	0-500 Hz
Overload Capacity	150% for 60 seconds
Cooling Method	Fan cooled
Input Voltage	200-240V, 380-480V
Control Method	Sensorless Vector Control
Operating Temperature	-10°C to +50°C
Humidity	95% RH (non-condensing)
Protection Features	Over voltage, under voltage, over current, over temperature, short circuit, earth fault
Communication Options	Modbus RTU
Braking	Dynamic Braking Transistor standard