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Regal-Beloit GE ECM 2.3 - User Manual

Regal-Beloit GE ECM 2.3
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© 2006 GE ECM by Regal-Beloit
Indoor Blower Motors v 0.2
GE ECM by Regal-Beloit
ECM Indoor Blower Motors
Premium Models 2.3/2.5 & Standard Model X13
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Summary

Premium ECM Indoor Blower Motors

ECM Motor Models History

Details the evolution of ECM motor models from 1.0 to 2.5.

ECM 1.0 Overview

Overview of the first generation ECM 1.0 motor.

ECM 2.0 Overview

Overview of the second generation ECM 2.0 motor.

ECM 2.3 Overview

Overview of the third generation ECM 2.3 motor.

ECM 2.5 Overview

Overview of the fourth generation ECM 2.5 motor.

Residential Blower Motor Applications

ECM vs. PSC

Constant Airflow

PSC (Permanent Split Capacitive) Motor Operation

Premium ECM Motor Operation

Comfort

Efficiency

ECM Myths and the Air Distribution System

Even ECM Motors do have their limits

Discusses the limitations of ECM motors regarding ductwork.

The ECM Technology (overview)

Motor Control

Explains the function and components of the motor control.

3-Phase AC Motor

Explains the 3-phase AC motor component.

Premium ECM Motor Construction

Motor Control Construction

Details the assembly of the motor control module.

Power conditioning module

Details the power conditioning module assembly.

Microcomputer Module

Details the microcomputer module assembly.

Rotor Position Sensing

The Line Voltage (high voltage) Power Connection

The Signal Cable (low voltage) Connection

Thermostat Mode

Communication mode for ECM 2.3 motors via thermostat.

PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode

Communication mode for ECM 2.3 motors via PWM signal.

DSI (Digital Serial Interface) Mode

Communication mode for ECM 2.5 motors via DSI.

Initial Set-Up Controls

Jumper Pins

Details jumper pin configurations for system setup.

Dip Switches

Details dip switch configurations for system setup.

Rotary Switch for Delay Time

Explains settings for delay time selection.

Rotary Switch for Cooling Tonnage

Explains settings for cooling tonnage selection.

Model Plugs for Heating Selection

Explains model plug settings for heating selection.

Initial Set-Up and Modes of Operation

Thermostat Mode (Premium ECM Models 2.0 & 2.3)

Setup and operation for thermostat control mode.

Cooling Airflow Selection

Installation

Steps for selecting cooling airflow settings.

Benefits

Advantages of selecting cooling airflow.

Heating Airflow Selection

Installation

Steps for selecting heating airflow settings.

Benefits

Advantages of selecting heating airflow.

Trim;Adjust Airflow Settings

Installation

Steps for configuring trim/adjust airflow settings.

Benefits

Advantages of trim/adjust airflow settings.

Tech Tip

Provides helpful advice on trim/adjust airflow settings.

Climate (Delay) Profiles

Installation

Steps for setting climate/delay profiles.

Benefits

Advantages of using climate/delay profiles.

The Humidistat Option

Installation

Steps for installing and using the humidistat option.

Benefits

Advantages of using the humidistat option.

Constant Fan

Installation

Steps for setting up constant fan mode.

Benefits

Advantages of using constant fan mode.

Output Options

Describes output options for constant fan mode.

PWM (Pulse Width Modulation) Mode (Premium ECM Model 2.3)

DSI (Digital Serial Interface) Mode (Premium ECM Model 2.5)

Advantages to DSI Communication

Servicing Premium ECM Motors

The ECM Service Guide

Details the ECM Service Guide resource for troubleshooting.

Service Basics

Check the System Demand Inputs to the Circuit Boards

Motor Operation Checks

Filter sizing

Motor Not Operating Troubleshooting

Check the Input power (High Voltage) to the motor controller

Tech Tips

Checking the motor control and motor module

TECMate XL

Details the TECMate XL service tool for diagnostics.

TECMate PRO

Details the TECMate PRO service tool for diagnostics.

Replacing the Premium ECM Control Module

Premium Motor Control Disassembly Review

Motor Module Tests

Test A - Winding to Ground Resistance

Procedure for testing winding to ground resistance.

Test B - Motor Phase-to-Phase Resistance

Attaching the new control module

Final installation checks

Ensure the system is setup as follows

Checklist for verifying system setup after installation.

Good Practices

Recommendations for conducting service calls effectively.

Premium ECM Motor Failure Footnotes

Motor Identification Chart

ECM 2.3;2.5 Model Identification

Identifies GE ECM 2.3 and 2.5 motor models.

ECM 2.0 Model Identification

Identifies GE ECM 2.0 motor models.

Standard ECM Indoor Blower Motor

X13 Standard ECM Motor Features

X13 Motor vs. PSC Motor Comparison

Compares features of X13 ECM motors and PSC motors.

X13 Connections and Communications

The Power Inputs (High Voltage)

Describes the high voltage power connections for the X13 motor.

The Control Inputs (Low Voltage)

Describes the low voltage control connections for the X13 motor.

Servicing the X13 Motor

The ECM Service Guide

Details the ECM Service Guide for X13 motor servicing.

Service Basics (X13 Motor)

Troubleshooting the voltage at the X13 motor

Replacing the X13 Motor

Final installation checks (X13)

Ensure the system is setup as follows

Checklist for verifying X13 system setup after installation.

Good Practices

Recommendations for X13 service calls.

Regal-Beloit GE ECM 2.3 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandRegal-Beloit
ModelGE ECM 2.3
CategoryEngine
LanguageEnglish

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