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5.6.4   Kick Start Mode 
Kick Start applies a pulse of voltage to the motor producing a momentary 
“kick” of high torque to break the motor load free from high friction or 
frozen components. This pulse is limited to 2 seconds. 
 
F022 =  Kick Start Voltage 
Factory Setting = 0 (Disabled) 
Range = 10 - 100% 
When F022 ≠ 0, a voltage “pulse” is applied before the initial 
torque setting of F011 (or F012 if Current Ramp). This sets the 
voltage level and the duration of the pulse is set by F023. This 
setting should be higher than F011 (except for Dwell Starting, 
see below) and high enough to provide a benefit in the worst 
starting condition. 
 
F023 =  Kick Time 
Factory Setting = 0.8 seconds 
Range = 0.1 - 2 seconds 
Sets the duration of time the Kick Start voltage is applied. 
 
  5.6.4.a “Dwell” operation using Kick Start 
In some applications such as chain drive machinery, the Kick Start 
feature can be used to slowly take up slack in the drive chain before 
applying full torque. This is referred to as “Dwell Starting” because 
the torque output stays low for a short time. To take advantage of 
this feature, simply set the Kick Start to the same level as the Initial 
Torque setting. This will only work in Voltage Ramp mode. 
 
 
 
 
 
 
  Note:  
Do not use the Kick Start feature unless you determine that you need 
it. Using this feature may eliminate many of the mechanical and 
electrical benefits of using a Soft Starter. 
 
Figure 5.6.4:
Kick Start
Kick Start
Voltage Setting
Normal Ramp
Torque
Time
Start
Command
Kick
Time
Figure 5.6.4.a:
Dwell Start Using Kick Start
Kick Start
Voltage Setting
=
Ramp Initial
Voltage Setting
Normal
Voltage Ramp
Torque
Time
Kick
Time
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