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DIGISTART D3
DIGISTART D3
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2015.04 / f
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  • Page 1 User guide DIGISTART D3 DIGISTART D3 Reference: 4259 en - 2015.04 / f...
  • Page 2 General Information The manufacturer accepts no liability for any consequences resulting from inappropriate, negligent or incorrect installation or adjustment of the optional parameters of the equipment or from mismatching the starter with the motor. The contents of this guide are believed to be correct at the time of printing. In the interests of commitment to a policy of continuous development and improvement, the manufacturer reserves the right to change the specification of the product or its performance, or the content of the guide without notice.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents   Safety Information ............................5       Warnings, cautions and notes ..............................5     Electrical safety - general warning ............................. 5     System design and safety of personnel ............................. 5     Environmental limits ................................... 5  ...
  • Page 4     10.5 DC brake with external zero speed sensor ..........................80     10.6 Soft braking ....................................81     10.7 Two-speed motor ..................................82     10.8 Slip-ring motor ..................................83   Technical Data ..............................85      ...

  • Page 5: Safety Information

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Safety Information Warnings, cautions and notes A Warning contains information which is essential for avoiding a safety hazard. WARNING A Caution contains information which is necessary for avoiding a risk of damage to the product or other equipment.

  • Page 6: Electrical Installation

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Electrical installation 1.8.1 Electrical shock risk The voltages present in the following locations can cause severe electric shock and may be lethal: ...

  • Page 7: Rating Data

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Rating Data Model code Figure 2-1 Model code explanation D3 – – – Bypass B = internally bypassed N = non-bypassed Nominal current rating Mains voltage...
  • Page 8 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Table 2-1 Current ratings - in-line (3-wire) connection, bypassed operation AC53b 3.0-10:350 AC53b 3.5-15:345 AC53b 4.0-20:340 AC53b 4.5-30:330 Model 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres...
  • Page 9 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Table 2-3 Current ratings - inside delta (6-wire) connection, bypassed operation AC53b 3.0-10:350 AC53b 3.5-15:345 AC53b 4.0-20:340 AC53b 4.5-30:330 Model 40 ºC <1000 metres...
  • Page 10 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 2.2.2 Current ratings for continuous operation (not bypassed) AC53a utilisation code The AC53a Utilisation Code defines the current rating and standard operating conditions for a non-bypassed soft starter. The soft starter’s current rating determines the maximum motor size it can be used with.
  • Page 11 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 2.2.3 Minimum and maximum current settings Table 2-7 Minimum and maximum current settings, internally bypassed models In-line connection Inside delta connection Model Minimum...

  • Page 12: Mechanical Installation

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Mechanical Installation Digistart D3 models D3-1x-0145-B to D3-16-1600-N weigh in excess of 15 kg (33 lb). Use appropriate safeguards when lifting these models.
  • Page 13 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Figure 3-1 Unit dimensions (bypassed models) D3-1x-0023-B, D3-1x-0043-B, D3-1x-0053-B, D3-1x-0145-B, D3-1x-0170-B, D3-1x-0076-B, D3-1x-0097-B, D3-1x-0105-B D3-1x-0200-B, D3-1x-0220-B D3-1x-0255-B, D3-1x-0350-B, D3-1x-0425-B D3-1x-0500-B, D3-1x-0700-B, D3-1x-0820-B, D3-1x-0920-B, D3-1x-1000-B Digistart D3 User Guide...
  • Page 14 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Figure 3-2 Unit dimensions (non-bypassed models) D3-1x-0255-N D3-1x-0360-N, D3-1x-0430-N, D3-1x-0650-N, D3-1x-0790-N, D3-1x-0930-N, D3-16-1200-N, D3-16-1410-N, D3-16-1600-N Digistart D3 User Guide Issue: F...

  • Page 15: Physical Installation

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Physical installation Figure 3-3 Mounting clearances D3-1x-0023-B to D3-1x-0220-B: Allow 100 mm (3.94 in) between soft starters. D3-1x-0255-B to D3-1x-1000-B: Allow 200 mm (7.88 in) between soft starters.
  • Page 16 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data All units are manufactured with input and output busbars at the bottom of the unit as standard. The input and/or output busbars can be moved to the top of the unit if required.

  • Page 17: Electrical Installation

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Electrical Installation Always apply control voltage before (or with) mains voltage. WARNING Always follow the specified tightening torque for all power and ground terminal connections. WARNING For specifications and detailed technical data, see Technical Data on page 85.
  • Page 18 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 4.1.2 Power terminations Use only copper stranded or solid conductors, rated for 75 ºC or higher. Some units use aluminium busbars. When connecting power terminations, we recommend cleaning the surface NOTE contact area thoroughly (using an emery or stainless steel brush) and using an appropriate jointing compound to prevent corrosion.
  • Page 19 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 4.1.3 Ground terminals Ground terminals are located at the back of the soft starter.  D3-1x-0023-B to D3-1x-0105-B have one terminal on the input side (top). ...
  • Page 20 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 4.1.5 Start/stop control logic The Digistart D3 has three fixed inputs for remote control. These inputs should be controlled by contacts rated for low voltage, low current operation (gold flash or similar).

  • Page 21: Control Connections

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 4.1.8 Programmable inputs The default setting of programmable input A is 'Starter Disable' (Pr 3A ). If the Starter Disable function is not required, change the setting of Pr 3A or connect a link across DI4, +24V.

  • Page 22: Power Connections

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Power connections 4.3.1 Motor connection Digistart D3 soft starters can be connected to the motor in-line or inside delta (also called three-wire and six-wire connection). When connecting in inside delta, enter the motor full load current (FLC) for Pr 1A .
  • Page 23 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data  In-line installation, externally bypassed Non-bypassed models have dedicated bypass terminals, which allow the Digistart D3 to continue providing protection and monitoring functions even when bypassed via an external bypass contactor.
  • Page 24 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data  In-line installation, non-bypassed Figure 4-12 Power connections - in-line installation, non-bypassed Main contactor Semiconductor fuses (optional) COM1 RLO1 4.3.3...
  • Page 25 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data  Inside delta installation, externally bypassed Non-bypassed models have dedicated bypass terminals, which allow the Digistart D3 to continue providing protection and monitoring functions even when bypassed via an external bypass contactor.

  • Page 26: Fuse Information

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data  Inside delta installation, non-bypassed Figure 4-16 Power connections - inside delta installation, non-bypassed Main contactor (strongly recommended) Semiconductor fuses (optional) 1/L1...
  • Page 27 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Table 4-2 Bussman fuses - square body (170M) Model SCR I T (A Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage (<...
  • Page 28 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Table 4-4 Ferraz/Mersen fuses - HSJ Model SCR I T (A Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage (<...
  • Page 29 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Table 4-5 Ferraz/Mersen fuses - North American style (PSC 690) Model SCR I T (A Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage (<...
  • Page 30 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Table 4-7 Ferraz/Mersen fuses - AJT Model SCR I T (A Supply Voltage Supply Voltage Supply Voltage (<...
  • Page 31 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 4.4.2 UL Fuse Selection and Short Circuit Ratings Two Short Circuit Current Ratings (SCCR) are available for UL compliant applications. Standard Fault Currents (@ 600 VAC circuits) The standard fault currents are determined with reference to UL508, section 51, table 51.3.

  • Page 32: Bypass Contactor

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 4.4.3 Control supply fuses The following table lists the recommended control supply fuses. It is recommended that you use slow blow fuses which allow a 10A, 0.01 second surge.

  • Page 33: Keypad And Status

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Keypad and Status Keypad Figure 5-1 Keypad and display Four-line display for status and programming details. Status LEDs 2 min Soft starter local control buttons Menu navigation buttons:...

  • Page 34: Synchronising The Keypad And The Starter

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 5.2.2 Reattaching the keypad To reattach the keypad: 1. Align the connector on the back of the keypad with the socket on the soft starter and push the keypad firmly into place. The keypad will be held in place by the connector and two locating nibs in the top right and bottom left corners.
  • Page 35 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 5.4.6 Date and time The date/time screen shows the current system date and time (24 hour format). For details on setting the date and time, see Set date and time on page 67.

  • Page 36: Quick Start Commissioning

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Quick Start Commissioning This procedure is written from default parameter settings as the starter would be delivered from the factory. Always apply control voltage before (or with) mains voltage.

  • Page 37: Setup Procedure

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Setup procedure Table 6-1 Basic setup procedure Action Detail Before power-up Ensure:  The starter is not receiving a start signal ...

  • Page 38: Operation

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Operation Start, stop and reset commands The soft starter can be controlled in three ways:  using the buttons on the keypad ...
  • Page 39 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 7.2.2 Current ramp Current ramp soft starting raises the current from a specified starting level (1) to a maximum limit (3), over an extended period of time (2).

  • Page 40: Stop Methods

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Adaptive Control will control the load according to the programmed profile. Start current will vary according to the NOTE selected acceleration profile and the programmed start time.
  • Page 41 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Soft starters are often used in pumping applications to eliminate the damaging effects of fluid hammer. Adaptive Control should be the preferred stop method for these applications.
  • Page 42 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Table 7-4 Adaptive stop profiles Adaptive Stop Profile Application Late Deceleration High head systems where even a small decrease in motor/pump speed results in a rapid transition between forward flow and reverse flow.
  • Page 43 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data To configure the Digistart D3 for brake operation: 1. Set Pr 2I for the desired stopping time duration (1). This is the total braking time and must be set sufficiently longer than the brake time (Pr 2N ) to allow the pre-braking stage to reduce motor speed to approximately 70%.

  • Page 44: Jog Operation

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Jog operation Jog runs the motor at reduced speed, to allow alignment of the load or to assist servicing. The motor can be jogged in either forward or reverse direction.

  • Page 45: Programming

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Programming The motor data parameters are critical to the correct operation of the soft starter's thermal model, and to the motor overload protection.

  • Page 46: Adjustment Lock

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Adjustment lock You can lock the Programming Menu to prevent users from altering parameter settings. The adjustment lock can be turned on and off using Pr 15C .

  • Page 47: Quick Setup Details

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Quick setup details To access the Quick Setup Menu, press the M button and select Quick Setup Menu. The Quick Setup Menu makes it easy to configure the Digistart D3 for common applications.

  • Page 48: Standard Menu

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Standard menu The standard menu provides access to commonly used parameters. For parameter details, see Parameter descriptions on page 53. Table 8-3 Standard menu Parameter Group Parameters...

  • Page 49: Advanced Menu

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Parameter Group Parameters Default Value 9 - Display Languages Motor Current User Screen - Top Left User Screen - Top Right Motor pf User Screen - Bottom Left Hours Run...
  • Page 50 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Parameter Group Parameters Default Value 4 - Digital Outputs Relay A Action Main Contactor 00:00 (minutes:seconds) Relay A On Delay Relay A Off Delay 00:00 (minutes:seconds) Relay B Action...
  • Page 51 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Parameter Group Parameters Default Value 9 - Display Languages Motor Current User Screen - Top Left User Screen - Top Right Motor pf User Screen - Bottom Left Hours Run...
  • Page 52 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Parameter Group Parameters Default Value 15 - Restricted Access Code 0000 Disable Emergency Run Adjustment Lock Read & Write Shorted SCR Action 3-Phase Control only Jog Torque...

  • Page 53: Parameter Descriptions

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Parameter descriptions 8.8.1 Notes on optional parameters The following sections provide a description for all the parameters, whether available by default or optional. Optional parameters are only available if the relevant option card is fitted to the soft starter.
  • Page 54 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Function Range Default Locked Rotor Time 00:01 to 02:00 (minutes:seconds) 00:10 Sets the maximum length of time the motor can sustain locked rotor current from cold before reaching its maximum temperature. Set according to the motor datasheet.
  • Page 55 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Function Range Default Stop Delay 00:00 to 01:00 (minutes:seconds) 00:00 Sets a delay after the starter receives a stop command, before it stops the motor. Function Range Default...
  • Page 56 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 8.8.4 Group 3 - Digital Inputs The Digistart D3 has two programmable inputs, which allow remote control of the soft starter. If required, two extra inputs are available on the input/output expansion card.
  • Page 57 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Function Range Default Input B Function Motor Set Select, Input Trip (N/O), Input Trip Input Trip (N/O) (N/C), Local/Remote Select, Emergency Run, Starter Disable, Jog Forward, Jog Reverse...
  • Page 58 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 8.8.5 Group 4 - Digital Outputs The Digistart D3 has three programmable outputs, which can be used to signal different operating conditions to associated equipment.
  • Page 59 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Function Range Default Relay C Action Off, Main Contactor, Run, Trip, Warning, Trip Low Current Flag, High Current Flag, Motor Temperature Flag, Input A Trip, Input B Trip, Motor Overload, Current Imbalance, Underpower, Overpower, Frequency,...
  • Page 60 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Function Range Default Reserved This parameter is reserved for internal use. Function Range Default Reserved This parameter is reserved for internal use. Function Range Default...
  • Page 61 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 8.8.8 Group 7 - Set Points The Digistart D3 has low and high current flags to give early warning of abnormal operation. Function Range Default...
  • Page 62 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Function Range Default Analog Output B Current (% FLC), Motor Temp (%), Motor Current (% FLC) kW (%), Motor kVA (%), Motor pf, Voltage (%Mains) Analog B Scale 0-20, 4-20 mA...
  • Page 63 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Function Range Default Graph Timebase 10 seconds, 30 seconds, 1 minute, 5 10 seconds minutes, 10 minutes, 30 minutes, 1 hour Sets the graph time scale.
  • Page 64 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Function Range Default Reset Delay Groups A&B 00:05 to 15:00 (minutes:seconds) 00:05 Reset Delay Group C 5 to 60 minutes The Digistart D3 can be configured to wait before auto-resetting a trip.
  • Page 65 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 8.8.14 Group 13 - Slip Ring Motors Function Range Default Motor Data-1 Ramp Single Ramp, Dual Ramp Single Ramp Motor Data-2 Ramp Selects whether to use a single or dual current ramp profile for soft starting.
  • Page 66 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data  PowerThrough is only available with in-line installations. If the starter is installed inside delta, PowerThrough will not operate.

  • Page 67: Maintenance Tools

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Maintenance tools 8.9.1 Setup tools These functions are protected by the access code (see Access code on page 45). NOTE Load/save settings The Load/Save Settings menu requires an access code and allows users to:...
  • Page 68 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data This action will reset both thermal models. NOTE The second thermal model is only active if Pr 11B Dual Thermal Model is set to 'Dual' and the starter is using the NOTE secondary motor set (a programmable input is set to 'Motor Set Select' and the input is active).
  • Page 69 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Press STOP or activate the stop input. The Digistart D3 simulates stopping. The Run Simulation Run LED flashes and the bypass contactor relay opens. Stopping X:XXs M to Continue Press M .
  • Page 70 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data The top line of the screen shows the start, stop, reset and programmable inputs (A and B, then inputs on the I/O expansion card (if fitted).

  • Page 71: Diagnostics

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Diagnostics The Digistart D3 soft starter is not user serviceable. The unit should only be serviced by authorised service personnel. NOTE Unauthorised tampering with the unit will void the product warranty.
  • Page 72 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Display Possible cause/Suggested solution Frequency The mains frequency has gone beyond the specified range. Check for other equipment in the area that could be affecting the mains supply, particularly variable speed drives and switch mode power supplies (SMPS).
  • Page 73 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Display Possible cause/Suggested solution Motor overload The motor has reached its maximum thermal capacity. Overload can be caused by: ...

  • Page 74: General Faults

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Display Possible cause/Suggested solution Starter communication  There is a problem with the connection between the soft starter and the optional communications module.
  • Page 75 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Symptom Probable Cause Non-resettable Thermistor Cct trip, when  The thermistor input is enabled once a link is fitted and short circuit protection has there is a link between the thermistor activated.

  • Page 76: 10. Application Examples

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 10. Application Examples A selection of Application Notes are available describing advanced installation or configuration of the Digistart D3 for situations with specific performance requirements.

  • Page 77: Installation With External Bypass Contactor

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 10.2 Installation with external bypass contactor The Digistart D3 is installed with an external bypass contactor (AC1 rated). The bypass contactor is controlled by the Digistart D3 Run Output (terminals COM2, RLO2).

  • Page 78: Emergency Run Operation

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 10.3 Emergency run operation In normal operation the Digistart D3 is controlled via a remote two wire signal (terminals DI2, +24V). Emergency Run is controlled by a two wire circuit connected to Input A (terminals DI4, +24V).

  • Page 79: Auxiliary Trip Circuit

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 10.4 Auxiliary trip circuit In normal operation the Digistart D3 is controlled via a remote two wire signal (terminals DI2, +24V). Input A (terminals DI4, +24V) is connected to an external trip circuit (such as a low pressure alarm switch for a pumping system).

  • Page 80: Dc Brake With External Zero Speed Sensor

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 10.5 DC brake with external zero speed sensor For loads which may vary between braking cycles, there are benefits in using an external zero-speed sensor to interface with the Digistart D3 for brake shut-off.

  • Page 81: Soft Braking

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 10.6 Soft braking For applications with high inertia and/or a variable load, the Digistart D3 can be configured for soft braking. In this application the Digistart D3 is employed with forward run and braking contactors.

  • Page 82: Two-Speed Motor

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 10.7 Two-speed motor The Digistart D3 can be configured for control of dual speed Dahlander type motors, using a high speed contactor (K1), low speed contactor (K2) and a star contactor (K3).

  • Page 83: Slip-Ring Motor

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 10.8 Slip-ring motor The Digistart D3 can be used to control a slip-ring motor, using rotor resistance. Figure 10-8 Slip-ring motor Control voltage Remote control inputs...
  • Page 84 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Time R1 Constant Speed Pr 4E Relay B On Delay First ramp K1 closes Second ramp Pr 13D Changeover Time Run mode (I <...

  • Page 85: 11. Technical Data

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 11. Technical Data Supply Mains voltage (L1, L2, L3) D3-14-xxxx ............................200 Vac to 440 Vac (± 10%) D3-16-xxxx ............................
  • Page 86 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Heat dissipation During Start ................................. 4.5 watts per ampere During Run D3-1x-0023-B to D3-1x-0053-B ........................≤ 39 watts approx D3-1x-0076-B to D3-1x-0105-B ........................

  • Page 87: Ul Compliant Installation

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 11.1 UL compliant installation This section details additional requirements and configuration settings for the Digistart D3 soft starters to be ULcompliant. Refer to also UL Fuse Selection and Short Circuit Ratings on page 31.

  • Page 88: 12. Maintenance

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 12. Maintenance The Digistart D3 soft starter is not user serviceable. The unit should only be serviced by authorised service personnel. NOTE Unauthorised tampering with the unit will void the product warranty.

  • Page 89: 13. Options

    Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data 13. Options Table 13-1 Digistart D3 options Option name Function Picture Digistart - DeviceNet Interface Digistart - Ethernet IP Interface Digistart - Modbus Interface Fieldbus communications modules...
  • Page 90 Safety Rating Mechanical Electrical Keypad Quick Start Operation Programming Diagnostics Application Technical Maintenance Options Information Data Installation Installation and Status Commissioning Examples Data Digistart D3 User Guide Issue: F...

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