Chapter 5
Motor Information
Overview The Basic Set Up and Overload programming group allows the user
to set parameters indicating to the controller the motor that is
connected. It is important to correctly input the data to achieve the
best performance from your controller.
Motor Data Entry In the Program mode, enter the correct values into the Overload
group:
➀
Refer to the SMC-Flex controller nameplate for maximum ratings. Exceeding these could result in
damage to the controller.
➁
Found in Overload programming group. Only one location needs to be programmed.
➂
Found in Basic Set Up programming group.
ATTENTION
!
For overload protection, it is critical that the data be
entered as it appears on the motor nameplate.
Parameter Option Display
Overload Class
➁➂
The factory default setting disables
overload protection. To enable it, enter
the desired trip class in this parameter.
Disable, 10,
15, 20, 30
Service Factor
➁➂
Enter the value from the motor’s
nameplate.
0.01…1.99
Motor FLC
➀➁➂
Enter the value from the motor’s
nameplate.
1.0…1000 A
Overload Reset
➁➂
Allows the user to select either a manual
or auto reset after an overload fault.
Manual, Auto
Motor Connection
➂
Enter the type of motor being connected
to the SMC-Flex; Line or Delta
Line, Delta
Line Voltage
➀➂
Enter the system voltage in this
parameter. This must be done to ensure
optimum motor performance and correct
operation of undervoltage and
overvoltage protection.
1…10,000V
FG :P#44
Overload Clas
s
Class ##
P
FG :P#45
Service Facto
r
#.##
P
FG :P#46
Motor F
LC
###.# Amps
P
FG :P#47
Overload Rese
t
Manual
P
FG :P#15
Motor Connecti
on
Line
P
FG :P#16
Line Volt
age
### Volt
P