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Nicotra Gebhardt PFP - User Manual

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Rev. 0 - 05/11/2020
EC FAN PFP
OPERATING MANUAL
Regal Beloit Italy S.p.A.
Via Modena, 18
24040 Ciserano (BG) ITALY
Phone +39 035 873 111
Fax +39 035 884 319
www.regalbeloit.com
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Summary

Definitions and Warnings

1.1 Manual Scope and Personnel

Details the manual's purpose, qualified personnel, and intended use of the PFP fan.

1.2 Safety Symbols and Instructions

Explains safety symbols, warnings, and essential safety instructions for fan operation.

1.3 Informative Letter and Operating Area

Covers copyright, manufacturer rights, and defines the fan's safe operating area.

Regulatory References

2.1 Safety and EMC Standards

Details mechanical, electrical safety, and EMC compliance for PFP fans according to relevant directives.

Data Plate

3.1 Identification Plate Details

Explains the location and meaning of information presented on the fan's identification plate.

Handling and Storage

4.1 Transport and Storage Guidelines

Provides guidelines for safe transport, storage, and protection against environmental factors.

Packing and Unpacking

5.1 Package Contents

Details the items included in the fan package and identifies packing information.

6.1 Unpacking Procedure

Instructions for safely removing the fan from its packaging and performing initial checks.

Product Description

7.1 PFP Fan Features and Performance

Describes the PFP fan's EC motor, active PFC, features, performance characteristics, and protection mechanisms.

Technical Features

8.1 Dimensional Drawings

Presents dimensional drawings and a table with key dimensions for various fan sizes.

Installation

9.1 Commissioning, Operation, and Environment

Covers commissioning, operation safety, and ambient conditions for fan installation.

9.2 Fan and Accessory Installation

Provides guidance on fan placement and the installation of optional accessories like guard kits.

9.5 Accessory Installation

Describes the installation process for accessories ordered separately from the fan.

9.6 Electrical Connections Overview

Illustrates electrical connections for PFP fan models, including options and detailed connection types.

Operating Modes and Setting Options

10.1 Speed Control Methods

Details Analog, Modbus Temporary, and Modbus Fixed speed control methods.

10.2-10.3 Unused Modes

Notes that Constant Airflow and Asynchronous Emulation modes are not available for PFPs.

10.4 PID Closed Control Loop

Explains PID control loop functionality with analog and Modbus references.

10.5 Operation Mode Transitions

Illustrates the actions taken when transitioning between different operating modes.

Volumeter Measurement System

11.1 System Description

Describes the Volumeter system for fan volume flow rate measurement and its components.

11.2 Flow Rate Calculation

Provides analytical equations for calculating volume flow rate from pressure probe readings.

Other Features

12.1 Filter Alarm

Explains the filter alarm feature activated by a speed threshold.

12.2 Unused Features

Notes features like Out of Functioning Range Alarm, Flying Start, and Regeneration are unavailable or specific.

12.3 Skip Speed Range

Details how to skip resonance frequencies using 'Avoid Range' settings for 3-phase fans.

12.4 Soft Start

Illustrates and describes the fan's starting phases: Alignment, Dragging, and Closed Loop.

SOA Limitations

13.1-13.3 Speed, Power, Current Limitations

Covers speed, power, and output current limitations set by factory default or adjustable.

13.4 Input Current Limitation

Discusses input current limits and derating for single-phase PFP fans.

Other Variables

14.1 Bus and Motor Voltage

Explains monitoring of bus voltage and motor voltage for fan operation.

14.2 Enable Function

Details the safety enable function and its availability for different operating modes.

Derating and Overheating Protections

15.1 Driver Overheating Protection

Explains driver overheating protection, derating, and automatic shutdown procedures.

Master & Slave Mode

16.1 Master;Slave 0-5 V PWM Output

States that the Master/Slave 0-5V PWM output feature is not available for PFPs.

16.2 Master;Slave 0-10 V PWM Output

Describes connecting drivers in master/slave mode using 0-10V tachometric output.

Variable Switching Frequency

17.1 Switching Frequency Adjustment

Explains adjusting switching frequency to increase efficiency and reduce fan heating.

Communication

18.1 Modbus Protocol Overview

Introduces Modbus RTU protocol, baud rate settings, parity, and supported functions.

Communication Parameters

Details Modbus Address, RS-485, and UART default communication parameters.

Holding Registers: Temporary and Fixed

Explains temporary (Register 66) and fixed holding registers for fan settings.

Holding Register Descriptions

18.3 Register Details and Functions

Provides a comprehensive list and description of various holding registers and their parameters.

Speed and Current Control Registers

Details registers for setting fan speed, max current, and related control parameters.

Operating Mode and PID Registers

Covers registers for operating mode selection, power limits, and Modbus address configuration.

Communication and Timeout Registers

Details registers for Modbus speed, stop bits, external PID set, and communication timeout.

PID Gain and Speed Threshold Registers

Explains registers for PID gains (Kp, Ki, Kd), period, and speed threshold settings.

Input Register Descriptions

18.4 Input Register Details

Describes useful Modbus input registers for monitoring fan status, voltage, current, and temperature.

Fan Info and Modbus Registers

18.5 Fan Model and Driver Information

Provides fan model identification and links to driver firmware and model details.

Alarm Handling

19.1 Alarm Monitoring Methods

Covers methods for monitoring alarms: Modbus registers, blinking LED, and digital output.

19.2 Modbus Alarm Register Descriptions

Lists alarms, their causes, actions, and types stored in Modbus input registers.

19.3 Blinking LED Alarm Indicators

Describes how the driver's LED indicates alarm status through blinking patterns.

19.4 Digital Alarm Output Configuration

Details configuring the driver output as an alarm signal (0V/5V or 10V).

19.5 Alarm Reset Procedures

Explains how alarms are automatically reset based on operating mode and register settings.

Available Software

20.1 Fan Configuration Software

Introduces freeware software for fan monitoring and configuration available from the manufacturer.

Nicotra Gebhardt PFP Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNicotra Gebhardt
ModelPFP
CategoryFan
LanguageEnglish

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