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motortronics VMX Series User Manual

motortronics VMX Series
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MOTORTRONICS
TM
Solid State AC Motor Control
BASIC INSTALLATION
AND
QUICK STARTUP GUIDE
Compact Soft Starter
Ratings 18 - 1250A
VMX
Series
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motortronics VMX Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
Brandmotortronics
ModelVMX Series
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Quick Start Minimum Settings Guide

Three Step Process

Outlines the essential steps for initial setup and operation of the VMX Series starter.

Start-up Check List

Provides a list of critical checks to ensure the VMX Series starter is ready for operation.

Chapter 2 Installation

Receiving and Inspection

Instructions for inspecting the unit upon delivery for damage and verifying model number and ratings.

Location and Mounting

Specifies environmental conditions, location requirements, and mounting procedures for optimal performance.

Service Warning

Critical safety notice emphasizing disconnecting power before servicing to prevent electrical shock.

Electrical Connections

Power and Grounding Connections

Guidance on connecting power lines, PFC capacitors, and ground to the VMX Series starter.

Control Connections

AC Control Power Supply Connection

Details on connecting the required 120VAC or 240VAC control power supply to the starter.

Control Wiring Configurations

Motor Protection Inputs

Auxiliary Outputs and Bypass Control

Chapter 3 Sequence of Operation

Starting Sequence

Step-by-step description of the motor startup sequence and expected VMX Series display/LED behavior.

Stopping Sequence

Details the motor stopping sequence, including Pump-Flex Decel enabled or disabled operation.

Chapter 4 Programming

Display Modes and Navigation

Function Programming and Faults

Fault Mode Description

How the starter enters Fault Mode and the meaning of fault codes displayed.

Programming Example: Motor FLA

Setting Motor FLA (F001)

Step-by-step guide to changing the Motor FLA setting from 48A to 59A.

Auxiliary Output Relay Settings

Fault Mode and Codes

Fault Mode Operation

Explains how the starter enters Fault Mode and displays codes indicating shutdown causes.

Common Fault Codes

Provides a list of common fault codes, their descriptions, and corresponding LED indicators.

Chapter 5 Motor Overload Protection

Solid State Overload Protection

Details the I²t Thermal Overload Protection, simulating bi-metallic relays for motor protection.

Thermal Memory and Capacity

Explains the starter's thermal memory and how remaining thermal capacity is displayed.

Motor FLA Setting (F001)

Instructions on setting the motor's Full Load Amps (FLA) using Function F001.

Disabling Overload Protection

Information and warnings regarding disabling overload protection.

Overload Reset and Trip Curves

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