EMX3

Soft Starter
User Manual

Part Number: 710-04840-00D

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Contents

Section 1 Caution Statements ................................................................................................................................................................3

Section 2 Installation.....................................................................................................................................................................................4
2.1 Physical Installation ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.2 Control Terminals ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
2.3 Control Wiring.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 4
2.4 Power Terminations................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5

Section 3 Power Circuits ...........................................................................................................................................................................6

3.1 Motor Connection ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.2 Bypass Contactor......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.3 Main Contactor............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
3.4 Circuit Breaker............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 9
3.5 Power Factor Correction........................................................................................................................................................................................ 9
3.6 Fuses................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 10
3.7 Earth Terminal ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 10
3.8 Schematic Diagrams ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 11

Section 4 Keypad and Feedback.........................................................................................................................................................13

4.1 The Keypad .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 13
4.2 Displays........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

Section 5 Maintenance Tools ...............................................................................................................................................................18

5.1 Commissioning Menu............................................................................................................................................................................................. 18
5.2 Logs Menu..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 21

Section 6 Operation..................................................................................................................................................................................23
6.1 Start, Stop and Reset Commands................................................................................................................................................................... 23
6.2 Soft Start Methods................................................................................................................................................................................................... 23
6.3 Stop Methods ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 26
6.4 Jog Operation.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 28

Section 7 Programming Menu .............................................................................................................................................................29

7.1 Programming Menu ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 29
7.2 Adjustment Lock ....................................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
7.3 Access Code................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 30
7.4 Quick Setup ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 30
7.5 Standard Menu ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 32
7.6 Extended Menu.......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 33
7.7 Load/Save Settings.................................................................................................................................................................................................... 36
7.8 Parameter Descriptions......................................................................................................................................................................................... 37

Section 8 Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................................................................56
8.1 Trip Messages.............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 56
8.2 Protection Responses............................................................................................................................................................................................. 57
8.3 General Faults ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 58

Section 9 Appendix ...................................................................................................................................................................................60

9.1 Specifications ............................................................................................................................................................................................................... 60
9.2 Accessories................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
9.3 Parameter Values ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65

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Section 10 Authorised Representatives ............................................................................................................................................69

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Section 1 Caution Statements

This symbol is used throughout this manual to draw attention to topics of special importance to the
installation and operation of EMX3 soft starters.

Caution Statements cannot cover every potential cause of equipment damage but can highlight common causes of
damage. It is the installer's responsibility to follow all instructions in this manual, to follow good electrical practice and
to seek advice before operating this equipment in a manner other than as described in this manual.

The examples and diagrams in this manual are included solely for illustrative purposes. The information contained in
this manual is subject to change at any time and without prior notice. In no event will responsibility or liability be
accepted for direct, indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use or application of this equipment.

WARNING - ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD

EMX3 soft starters contain dangerous voltages when connected to mains voltage. Only a competent
electrician should carry out the electrical installation. Improper installation of the motor or the soft
starter may cause equipment failure, serious injury or death. Follow this manual and local electrical
safety codes.

SHORT CIRCUIT
EMX3 soft starters are not short circuit proof. After severe overload or short circuit, the
operation of the soft starter should be fully tested.

GROUNDING AND BRANCH CIRCUIT PROTECTION

It is the responsibility of the user or person installing the soft starter to provide proper
grounding and branch circuit protection according to local electrical safety codes.

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Section 2 Installation

2.1 Physical Installation

1 EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0255C: Allow 100 mm (3.94 inches) between soft starters.

EMX3-0360C ~ EMX3-1600C: Allow 200 mm (7.88 inches) between soft starters.
2 EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0220B: Allow 50 mm (1.97 inches) between the soft starter and solid surfaces.
EMX3-0255C: Allow 100 mm (3.94 inches) between the soft starter and solid surfaces.
EMX3-0360C ~ EMX3-1600C: Allow 200 mm (7.88 inches) between the soft starter and solid surfaces.
3 The soft starter may be mounted on its side. Derate the soft starter's rated current by 15%.
Soft starters may be mounted side by side with no clearance.

2.2 Control Terminals

Control terminations use 2.5mm2 plug-in terminal blocks. Unplug each block, complete the wiring, then reinsert the
block.

2.3 Control Wiring

The EMX3 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).

1 Two-wire control
2 Three-wire control
3 Four-wire control

The reset input can be normally open or normally closed. User parameter 6M to select the configuration.

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CAUTION
Do not apply voltage to the control input terminals. These are active 24 VDC inputs and must be
controlled with potential free contacts.

Cables to the control inputs must be segregated from mains voltage and motor cabling.

2.4 Power Terminations

Use 75 °C Cu stranded or solid conductors only.

EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3 0105B

Use 75 °C Cu - A1 stranded or solid conductors only.

The bus bars on models EMX3-0360C ~ EMX3-1600C can be adjusted for top or bottom input and output as
required. For step-by-step instructions on adjusting the bus bars, contact your supplier.

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Section 3 Power Circuits

3.1 Motor Connection

EMX3 soft starters can be connected to the motor in-line or inside delta (also called three-wire and six-wire
connection). Motor Full Load Current (FLC) need only be programmed as per the motor nameplate FLC. The EMX3
will automatically detect the motor connection and do the necessary calculations internally.

NOTE
For personnel safety, the power terminals on models up to EMX3-0105B are protected by snap-off tabs.
When using large cables, it may be necessary to break off these tabs.

Models which are internally bypassed do not require an external bypass contactor.

In-line installation, internally bypassed

KM1 Main contactor

F1 Semiconductor Fuses (optional)

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In-line installation, externally bypassed

Non-bypassed models have dedicated bypass terminals, which allow the EMX3 to continue providing protection and
monitoring functions even when bypassed.
The bypass contactor must be connected to the bypass terminals (L1B, L2B, L3B) and controlled by the soft starter's
run output (terminals 23, 24).

KM1 Main contactor

KM2 Bypass contactor
F1 Semiconductor Fuses (optional)

In-line installation, non-bypassed

KM1 Main contactor

F1 Semiconductor Fuses (optional)

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CAUTION
When connecting the EMX3 in inside delta configuration, always install a main contactor or shunt trip
circuit breaker.

Inside delta installation, internally bypassed

KM1 Main contactor

F1 Semi-conductor Fuses (optional)

Inside delta installation, externally bypassed

Non-bypassed models have dedicated bypass terminals, which allow the EMX3 to continue providing protection and
monitoring functions even when bypassed.
The bypass contactor must be connected to the bypass terminals (L1B, L2B, L3B) and controlled by the soft starter's
run output (terminals 23, 24).

KM1 Main contactor

KM2 Bypass contactor
F1 Semiconductor Fuses (optional)

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Inside delta installation, non-bypassed

KM1 Main contactor

F1 Semi-conductor Fuses (optional)

3.2 Bypass Contactor

EMX3 soft starters with model numbers EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0220B are internally bypassed and do not require an
external bypass contactor.
EMX3 soft starters with model numbers EMX3-0255C ~ EMX3-1600C are not internally bypassed and may be
installed with an external bypass contactor. Select a contactor with an AC1 rating greater than or equal to the full load
current rating of the connected motor.

3.3 Main Contactor

A main contactor must be installed if the EMX3 is connected to the motor in inside delta format and is optional for in-
line connection. Select a contactor with an AC3 rating greater than or equal to the full load current rating of the
connected motor.

3.4 Circuit Breaker

A shunt trip circuit breaker may be used instead of a main contactor to isolate the motor circuit in the event of a soft
starter trip. The shunt trip mechanism must be powered from the supply side of the circuit breaker or from a separate
control supply.

3.5 Power Factor Correction

If power factor correction is used, a dedicated contactor should be used to switch in the capacitors. Power factor
correction capacitors must be connected to the input side of the soft starter. Connecting power factor correction
capacitors to the output side will damage the soft starter.

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3.6 Fuses
Semiconductor fuses can be used with the EMX3 for Type 2 coordination and to reduce the potential for damage to
SCRs from transient overload currents. For fuse information on 690 VAC units contact your local supplier.
Model SCR I2t Bussmann Fuse Bussmann Ferraz Fuse Ferraz Fuse Ferraz Fuse
(A2s) Square Body Fuse British (HSJ) European Style N. American Style
(170M) Style (PSC 690) (PSC 690)
(BS88)
EMX3-0023B 1150 170M1314 63FE HSJ40 ** 6.9URD30D11A0050 A070URD30XXX0063
EMX3-0043B 8000 170M1318 120FEE HSJ60 6.9URD30D11A0125 A070URD30XXX0125
EMX3-0050B 10500 170M1318 200FEE HSJ80 ** 6.9URD30D11A0125 A070URD30XXX0125
EMX3-0053B 15000 170M1318 200FEE HSJ90 ** 6.9URD30D11A0125 A070URD30XXX0125
EMX3-0076B 15000 170M1319 200FEE HSJ110 ** 6.9URD30D11A0200 A070URD30XXX0200
EMX3-0097B 51200 170M1321 280FM HSJ150 6.9URD30D11A0200 A070URD30XXX0200
EMX3-0100B 80000 170M1321 280FM HSJ175 6.9URD30D11A0200 A070URD30XXX0200
EMX3-0105B 125000 170M1321 280FM HSJ225 6.9URD30D11A0315 A070URD30XXX0315
EMX3-0145B 125000 170M2621 280FM HSJ250 6.9URD30D11A0315 A070URD30XXX0315
EMX3-0170B 320000 170M2621 450FMM HSJ300 6.9URD30D11A0315 A070URD30XXX0315
EMX3-0200B 320000 170M2621 450FMM HSJ350 6.9URD31D11A0450 A070URD30XXX0450
EMX3-0220B 320000 170M2621 450FMM HSJ350 6.9URD31D11A0450 A070URD30XXX0450
EMX3-0255C 320000 170M2621 450FMM - 6.9URD31D11A0450 A070URD30XXX0450
EMX3-0360C 238000 170M6010 - HSJ400 ** 6.9URD33D11A0630 A070URD33XXX0630
EMX3-0380C 320000 170M6011 400FMM * - 6.9URD33D11A0800 A070URD33XXX0700
EMX3-0430C 320000 170M6011 400FMM* - 6.9URD33D11A0800 A070URD33XXX0700
EMX3-0620C 1200000 170M6015 630FMM * - 6.9URD33D11A1000 A070URD33XXX1000
EMX3-0650C 1200000 170M6015 630FMM * - 6.9URD33D11A1000 A070URD33XXX1000
EMX3-0790C 2530000 170M6017 - - 6.6URD33D11A1250 A070URD33XXX1250
EMX3-0930C 4500000 170M6019 - - 6.6URD33D11A1400 A070URD33XXX1400
EMX3-1200C 4500000 170M6019 - - 6.9URD233PLAF1800 A065URD33XXX1800
EMX3-1410C 6480000 170M6021 - - 6.9URD233PLAF2200 -
EMX3-1600C 12500000 170M6018 * - - 6URD233PLAF2500 A050URD33XXX1400*
* Two parallel connected fuses required per phase.
** Two series connected fuses required per phase.
XXX Blade Type. Refer to Ferraz catalog for options.

NOTE
Adaptive Acceleration Control (XLR-8) controls the motor's speed profile, within the programmed time
limit. This may result in a higher level of current than traditional control methods.
For applications using Adaptive Acceleration Control to soft stop the motor with stop times greater than 30 seconds,
motor branch protection should be selected as follows:
• standard HRC line fuses: minimum 150% motor full load current
• motor rated line fuses: minimum rating 100/150% motor full load current
• motor control circuit breaker minimum long time setting: 150% motor full load current,
• motor control circuit breaker minimum short time setting: 400% motor full load current for 30 seconds

3.7 Earth Terminal

Earth terminals are located at the back of the soft starter.
• EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0220B have one terminal, on the input side.
• EMX3-0255C ~ EMX3-1600C have two terminals, one on the input side and one on the output side.

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3.8 Schematic Diagrams

Internally bypassed models

1 Control supply C23-C24 Start

2 Remote control inputs C31-C32 Stop
3 Motor Thermistor input C41-C42 Reset
4A PT100 RTD input - 2 Wire C53-C54 Programmable input A
4B PT100 RTD input - 3 Wire C63-C64 Programmable input B
4C PT100 RTD input - 4 Wire 13-14 Relay A
5 24 VDC output 23-24 Run relay output
6 Relay outputs 31, 32, 34 Relay output B
7 Analog output 41, 42, 44 Relay output C

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Non-bypassed models

1 Control supply C23-C24 Start

2 Remote control inputs C31-C32 Stop
3 Motor Thermistor input C41-C42 Reset
4A PT100 RTD input - 2 Wire C53-C54 Programmable input A
4B PT100 RTD input - 3 Wire C63-C64 Programmable input B
4C PT100 RTD input - 4 Wire 13-14 Relay A
5 24 VDC output 23-24 Run relay output
6 Relay outputs 31, 32, 34 Relay output B
7 Analog output 41, 42, 44 Relay output C

NOTE
* EMX3-0255C current transformers are located on the output. Bypass terminals are labelled T1B, T2B
and T3B.

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Section 4 Keypad and Feedback

4.1 The Keypad

Four-line display for

status and programming details.

Status LEDs Soft starter local control buttons

Menu navigation buttons.

Menu navigation buttons: Scroll to the next or previous menu or
parameter, or change the setting of the
Exits the menu or parameter, or cancels a current parameter.
parameter change.

Enters a menu or parameter, or saves a

parameter change. Shortcut buttons for quick access to
common tasks.

Alt button. Use with F1 or F2 to open

performance logs or commissioning tools.

Removing and Replacing the Keypad

The keypad can be removed from the soft starter and mounted remotely on a panel using the remote mounting kit.
The keypad stores a backup copy of the parameters in the soft starter, so one keypad can be used to program multiple
EMX3 starters.

The keypad is attached to the body of the soft starter by a DB9 serial connector and two screws. The screws are
concealed behind a snap-on faceplate.
To remove the keypad:
1. On the EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0220B
open the EMX3's door, on EMX3-0255C
~ EMX3-1600C remove the EMX3's front
cover.
2. Insert a small screwdriver under the
faceplate, between the air vents in the side
of the starter, and use the screwdriver to
lever the faceplate off the keypad.
3. Lift the faceplate off completely.

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4. Remove the two screws holding the

keypad in place.
5. Lift the keypad gently off the soft starter.
Pull the keypad forwards, to avoid
damaging the DB9 connector.

To replace 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.
For temporary installation (eg during commissioning) it is not necessary to screw the keypad in place.
2. Replace the two screws holding the keypad in place.
3. Slide the curved bottom edge of the faceplate over the body of the keypad, then swing the top edge of the
faceplate into place and press onto the keypad. The retaining tabs on the back of the faceplate will snap into
place.

• Synchronising the Keypad and the Starter

When a keypad is connected to an EMX3, it synchronises its parameter settings with the settings in the soft starter.
Every time a different keypad is plugged into the starter, an acknowledgement
is displayed. New Display Detected

The default action is to copy the parameter settings from the keypad to the Copy Parameters
soft starter. To change the action, use the ▲ and ▼ buttons. Press STORE Display to Starter
to proceed. Starter to Display

If any of the settings in the keypad are not valid for the starter, the keypad
loads the default values.

4.2 Displays
The keypad displays a wide range of performance information about the soft starter. The top half of the screen shows
real-time information on current or motor power (as selected in parameter 8D). Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select
the information shown on the bottom half of the screen.
• Starter status
• Motor temperature
• Current
• Motor power
• Voltage
• Last start information
• Date and time

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NOTE
Screens shown here are with the default settings.

Starter Status
The starter status screen shows details of the starter's operating status and motor current or power.

Ready
M1 000% 0000.0kW
Programmable screen
The EMX3's user-programmable screen can be configured to show the most important information for the particular
application. Use parameters 8E to 8H to select which information to display.

0.0A
Ready
0 hrs --%
Motor Temperature
The temperature screen shows which motor data set is in use, and the temperature of both motors as a percentage of
total thermal capacity. If the EMX3 is configured for use on one motor, the temperature for the secondary motor
(M2) will always show 0%.

0.0A
Primary Motor Set
M1 000% M2 000%
Current
The current screen shows real-time line current on each phase. If the RTD and ground fault protection card is fitted,
the screen will also show ground current.

0.0A
Phase currents
000.0A 000.0A 000.0A
Motor Power
The motor power screen shows motor power (kW, HP and kVA) and power factor.

0.0A
0000.0kW 0000HP
0000kVA -. - - pf
If the voltage measurement card is not installed, the motor power figures are calculated using the Mains Reference
Voltage (parameter 8N).

Last Start Information

The last start information screen shows details of the most recent successful start:
• start duration (seconds)
• maximum start current drawn (as a percentage of motor full load current)
• calculated rise in motor temperature
0.0A
Last start
010 s
350 % FLC Δ Temp 5%

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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, refer to Set Date and Time in Section 5.1.

0.0A
YYYY MMM DD
HH:MM:SS
Performance Graph
The performance graph provides a real-time display of operating performance. Use parameters 8I~8L to select which
information to display.

SCR Conduction Bargraph

The SCR conduction bargraph shows the level of conduction on each phase.

For internally bypassed models the SCRs are off during run.

Menus

• Commissioning Menu

The Commissioning Menu provides access to commissioning and testing tools.

To open the Commissioning Menu, press ALT then F2 (Tools) while viewing the metering screens.
To navigate through the Commissioning Menu:
• to scroll to the next or previous item, press the ▲ or ▼ button.
• to open an item for viewing, press the ► button.
• to return to the previous level, press the ◄ button.
• to close the Commissioning Menu, press ◄ repeatedly.

• Programming Menu

The Programming Menu lets you view and change programmable parameters that control how the EMX3 operates.
To open the Programming Menu, press the MENU button while viewing the monitoring screens.
MENU, STORE or ►: open the menu,
◄ or EXIT: cancel changes or close a menu select a menu item or confirm a change.
item

▲: scroll up through a menu list or

increment a value ▼: scroll down through a menu list or
decrement a value
To navigate through the Programming Menu:
• to scroll through parameter groups, press the ▲ or ▼ button.
• to open a submenu, press the ► button.
• to view the parameters in a group, press the ► button.
• to return to the previous level, press the ◄ button.
• to close the Programming Menu, press ◄ repeatedly.

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To change a parameter value:

• scroll to the appropriate parameter in the Programming Menu and press ► to enter edit mode.
• to alter the parameter setting, use the ▲ and ▼ buttons. Pressing ▲ or ▼ once will increase or decrease
the value by one (1). If the button is held for longer than five seconds, the value will increase or decrease at
a faster rate.
• to save changes, press STORE. The setting shown on the display will be saved and the keypad will return to
the parameter list.
• to cancel changes, press EXIT. The keypad will ask for confirmation, then return to the parameter list without
saving changes.
• to end edit mode, press EXIT. The keypad will return to the parameter list and any unsaved changes will be
lost.
• Logs Menu

The Logs Menu provides information on events, trips and starter performance.
To open the Logs Menu, press ALT then F1 (Logs) while viewing the metering screens.
To navigate through the Logs Menu:
• to open a log, press the ► button.
• to scroll through the entries in each log, press the ▲ and ▼ buttons.
• to view details of a log entry, press the ► button.
• to return to the previous level, press the ◄ button.
• to close the Logs Menu, press ◄ repeatedly.

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Section 5 Maintenance Tools

5.1 Commissioning Menu

The Commissioning Menu provides access to commissioning and testing tools.
To open the Commissioning Menu, press ALT then F2 (Tools) while viewing the metering screens.

ALT

F2 (Tools)
To navigate through the Commissioning Menu:
• to scroll to the next or previous item, press the ▲ or ▼ button.
• to open an item for viewing, press the ► button.
• to return to the previous level, press the ◄ button.
• to close the Commissioning Menu, press ◄ repeatedly.

Set Date and Time

To set the date and time:
1. Open the Commissioning Menu.
2. Scroll to the date/time screen.
3. Press the ► button to enter edit mode.
4. Press the ► button to select which part of the date or time to edit.
5. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to change the value.
6. To save changes, press the ► button repeatedly. The EMX3 will confirm the changes.
To cancel changes, press the ◄ button repeatedly.

Simulation Tools
Software simulation functions let you test the soft starter's operation and control circuits without connecting the soft
starter to mains voltage. The EMX3 has three simulation modes:
• Run simulation: simulates a motor starting, running and stopping to confirm that the soft starter and
associated equipment have been installed correctly.
• Protection simulation: simulates activation of each protection mechanism to confirm that the soft starter and
associated control circuits are responding correctly.
• Output signal simulation: simulates output signalling to confirm that outputs and associated control circuits are
operating correctly.
The simulation tools are accessed via the Commissioning Menu. The simulations are only available when the soft
starter is in Ready state, control voltage is available and the keypad is active.

NOTE
Access to the simulation tools is protected by the security access code.
Default access code is 0000.

• Run Simulation

The run simulation simulates starting, running and stopping the motor. The run simulation is a safe method of
confirming that the soft starter, external switchgear and control equipment have been installed and configured
correctly.
You can end the simulation at any time by pressing EXIT. The keypad will return to the Commissioning Menu.

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To use the run simulation:

1. Open the Commissioning Menu. Run Simulation
2. Scroll to Run Simulation and press ►. Ready
3. Press START or activate the start input. Apply Start Signal

4. If the Mains voltage is connected an error message is shown. Run Simulation

Remove the Mains voltage and proceed to next step. ATTENTION!
Remove Mains Volts
STORE to Continue

5. Press ►. The EMX3 simulates its pre-start checks and closes Run Simulation
the main contactor (if installed). The Run LED flashes. Pre-Start Checks
STORE to Continue

6. Press ►. The EMX3 simulates starting. The Run LED flashes. Run Simulation
Starting X:XXs
STORE to Continue

7. Press ►. The EMX3 simulates running. The Run LED stays on Run Simulation
without flashing and the bypass contactors close. Running
Apply Stop Signal

8. Press STOP or activate the stop input. The EMX3 simulates Run Simulation
stopping. The Run LED flashes. Stopping X:XXs
STORE to Continue

9. Press ► to finish the simulation and return to the Run Simulation

Commissioning Menu. The Ready LED flashes. Stopped
STORE to Continue
• Protection Simulation

The EMX3 can simulate each different protection, in order to confirm that the soft starter is responding correctly and
reporting the situation on the display and across the communication network.
To use the protection simulation:
1. Open the Commissioning Menu.
2. Scroll to Protection Simulation and press ►.

3. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select the protection you

want to simulate.

4. Press ► to simulate the selected protection.

5. The screen is displayed momentarily. The soft starter's 0.0A

response depends on the Protection Action setting Tripped
(parameter group 16).
Selected Protection
6. Press ◄ to return to the simulation list.
7. Use ▲ or ▼ to select another simulation, or press ◄ to
return to the Commissioning Menu.

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NOTE
If the protection trips the soft starter, reset before simulating another protection. If the protection action
is set to 'Warning or Log', no reset is required.

If the protection is set to 'Warning & Log', the warning message can be viewed only while the
'Menu/Store' button is pressed.

If the protection is set to 'Log only', nothing appears on the screen but will appear in the log.

• Output Signal Simulation

The keypad allows the user to simulate output signalling in order to confirm that the output relays are operating
correctly.

NOTE
To test operation of the flags (motor temperature and low/high current), set an output relay to the
appropriate function and monitor the relay's behaviour.
To use the signal simulation:
1. Open the Commissioning Menu.
2. Scroll to Output Signalling Simulation and press ►.

3. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select a simulation, then press

►.

4. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to turn the signal on and off. Prog Relay A
To confirm correct operation, monitor the state of the output. Off
On

5. Press ◄ to return to the simulation list.

• Analog Output Simulation

The analog output simulation uses the ▲ and ▼ buttons to change the current at the analog output terminals.

Analog Output A
0%
4.0mA
Attach a current measuring device to the analog output terminals. Use the ▲ or ▼ button to adjust the percentage
value on the display. The current measuring device should indicate the same level of current as shown on the display.

If the input/output expansion card is fitted, the simulation can also be used to test the operation of Relays D, E, F and
Analog Output B.

• Temperature Sensors State

This screen shows the state of the Motor Thermistors and RTD. Temp Sensors State
If the RTD/Ground Fault expansion card is fitted, this will show the status of Thermistor: X
RTDs 2 ~ 7.
RTDs 1-7:XXXXXXX
S = Shrt H=Hot C=Cld O=Opn
• Digital I/O State
Digital I/O State Digital I/O State
This screen shows the current status of the Digital I/O in order. The screen Inputs: 01100000
shot shows Input C23-24 as open (0) Input C31~32 as closed (1). The
outputs follow a similar pattern. Outputs: 00001000

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• Analog I/O State

Analog I/O State Analog I/O State
This screen shows the current status of the Analog I/O Input: - - - - %
Output A: 04.0mA
Thermal Model Reset
The EMX3's advanced thermal modelling software constantly monitors the motor's performance. This allows the
EMX3 to calculate the motor's temperature and ability to start successfully at any time. If the EMX3 is configured for
use on two motors, each motor's temperature is modelled separately.
The thermal model for the active motor can be reset if required.

1. Open the Commissioning Menu.

2. Scroll to Reset Thermal Models and press ►. Reset Thermal Models

M1 X%
M2 X%
Store to Reset

3. At the confirmation prompt, press STORE to

confirm or EXIT to cancel the action.
Reset Thermal Models
Store/Exit
4. When the thermal model has been reset, the screen
will display a confirmation message then return to
the previous screen.
WARNING
The thermal models should only be reset when essential, e.g. in an emergency situation
when the motor start must be started, even if this compromises protection.

5.2 Logs Menu

The Logs Menu provides information on events, trips and starter performance.
To open the Logs Menu, press ALT then F1 (Logs) while viewing the metering screens.

To navigate through the Logs Menu:

• to open a log, press the ► button.
• to scroll through the entries in each log, press the ▲ and ▼ buttons.
• to view details of a log entry, press the ► button.
• to return to the previous level, press the ◄ button.
• to close the Logs Menu, press ◄ repeatedly.

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Trip Log
The trip log stores details of the eight most recent trips, including the date and time the trip happened. Trip 1 is the
most recent and trip 8 is the oldest stored trip.
To open the trip log:
1. Open the Logs Menu.
2. Scroll to trip log and press ►.
3. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select a trip to view, and press ► to display details.
To close the log and return to the main display, press ◄ twice.

Event Log
The event log stores time-stamped details of the starter's 99 most recent events (actions, warnings and trips), including
the date and time of the event. Event 1 is the most recent and event 99 is the oldest stored event.
To open the event log:
1. Open the Logs Menu.
2. Scroll to event log and press ►.
3. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to select an event to view, and press ► to display details.
4. To close the log and return to the main display, press ◄ twice.

Performance Counters
The performance counters store statistics on the starter's operation:
• Hours run (lifetime and since counter last reset)
• Number of starts (lifetime and since counter last reset)
• Motor kWh (lifetime and since counter last reset)
• Number of times the thermal model has been reset
The resettable counters (hours run, starts and motor kWh) can only be reset if the Adjustment Lock (parameter 15B)
is set to Read & Write.

To view the counters:

1. Open the Logs Menu.
2. Scroll to counters and press ►.
3. Use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to scroll through the counters. Press ► to view details.
4. To reset a counter, press ► then press STORE to confirm the action.
5. To close the counter and return to the Logs Menu, press ◄.

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Section 6 Operation

6.1 Start, Stop and Reset Commands

The soft starter can be controlled in three ways:
• using the buttons on the keypad
• via remote inputs
• via a serial communication link
The LCL/RMT button controls whether the EMX3 will respond to local control (via the keypad) or remote control (via
the remote inputs). The Local LED on the keypad is on when the soft starter is in local control mode and off when
the soft starter is in remote control mode. The remote LED on the EMX3 is on when the soft starter is in Remote
mode and off when in the Local mode.
Serial communication is always enabled in local control mode, and can be enabled or disabled in remote control mode
(refer to parameter 6R).
The STOP button on the keypad is always enabled.

Using the EMX3 to Control a Motor

To soft start the motor, press the START button on the keypad or activate the Start remote input. The motor will
start using the start mode selected in parameter 2A.
To stop the motor, press the STOP button on the keypad or activate the Stop remote input. The motor will stop
using the stop mode selected in parameter 2H.
To emergency stop the motor, press the local STOP and RESET buttons at the same time. Alternatively, one of the
programmable inputs can be configured for emergency stop (parameters 6A and 6F). The soft starter will remove
power from the motor and open the main contactor, and the motor will coast to stop.
To reset a trip on the soft starter, press the RESET button on the keypad or activate the Reset remote input.

NOTE
XLR-8, Brake and Jog functions operate only with in-line connected motors.

6.2 Soft Start Methods

Soft starters offer a variety of methods for the control of motor starting. Each soft start method uses a different primary
control parameter.

Soft Start Method Parameter Controlled Performance Parameters Influenced

Timed Voltage Ramp Voltage Start current, start torque, acceleration
Constant Current Current Start torque, acceleration
Torque Control Torque Start current, acceleration
Adaptive Acceleration Control Acceleration Start current, start torque
Best results are obtained by selecting the soft start method that directly controls the parameter of most importance for
the application. Typically soft starters are used to limit motor start current, or the control load acceleration and/or
deceleration. the EMX3 can be set to either Constant Current or XLR-8 Adaptive Acceleration Control.

To Control Use
Motor Start Current Constant Current
Motor/Load Acceleration or Deceleration XLR-8 Adaptive Acceleration Control

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Constant Current
Constant current is the traditional form of soft starting, which raises the current from zero to a specified level and
keeps the current stable at that level until the motor has accelerated.

1: Initial current (parameter 2C)

2: Current limit (parameter 2D)
3: Full voltage current

Constant current starting is ideal for applications where the start current must be kept below a particular level.

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).

1: Initial current (parameter 2C)

2: Start ramp time (parameter 2B)
3: Current limit (parameter 2D)
4: Full voltage current

Current ramp starting can be useful for applications where:

• the load can vary between starts (for example a conveyor which may start loaded or unloaded). Set the initial
current (parameter 2C) to a level that will start the motor with a light load, and the current limit (parameter
2D) to a level that will start the motor with a heavy load.
• the load breaks away easily, but starting time needs to be extended (for example a centrifugal pump where
pipeline pressure needs to build up slowly).
• the electricity supply is limited (for example a generator set), and a slower application of load will allow
greater time for the supply to respond.
XLR-8 Adaptive Acceleration Control (starting)
To use XLR-8 Adaptive Acceleration Control for the control of starting performance;
1. Select Adaptive Control from the Start Mode menu (parameter 2A)
2. Set the desired Start Ramp Time (parameter 2B)
3. Select the desired Adaptive Start Profile (parameter 2E)
4. Set a start Current Limit (parameter 2D) sufficiently high to allow a successful start. The first XLR-8 start will be a
Constant Current start. This is required so that the EMX3 can learn the characteristics of the connected motor.
This motor data is used by the EMX3 during subsequent XLR-8 Adaptive Acceleration Control starts.

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Adaptive start profile (parameter 2E):

1. Early acceleration
2. Constant acceleration
3. Late acceleration
4. Start ramp time (parameter 2B)

NOTE
XLR-8 will control the load according to the programmed profile. Start current will vary according to the
selected acceleration profile and start time.

XLR-8 cannot start the motor faster than a direct on-line (DOL) start.

If replacing a motor connected to an EMX3 programmed for XLR-8 starting, or if the starter has been
tested on a different motor prior to actual installation, it will be necessary for the EMX3 to learn the
characteristics of the new motor. To force the EMX3 into learn mode, make an adjustment to parameter
2K Adaptive Control Gain as follows:

If 2-K is at default setting of 75%, adjust to 76%.

If 2-K is not at default setting of 75%, adjust to 75%.

Kickstart
Kickstart provides a short boost of extra torque at the beginning of a start, and can be used in conjunction with current
ramp or constant current starting.

1: Kickstart level (parameter 2G)

2: Kickstart time (parameter 2F)
3: Initial current (parameter 2C)
4: Start ramp time (parameter 2B)
5: Current limit (parameter 2D)
6: Full voltage current

Kickstart can be useful to help start loads that require high breakaway torque but then accelerate easily (for example
flywheel loads such as presses).

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6.3 Stop Methods

Soft starters offer a variety of methods for the control of motor stopping.

Stop Method Performance Result

Coast To Stop Natural load run down
TVR Soft Stop Extended run down time
Adaptive Acceleration Control Extended run down time according to selected
deceleration profile
Brake Reduced run down time
Soft starters are often used in pumping applications to eliminate the damaging effects of fluid hammer. XLR-8 Adaptive
Acceleration Control should be the preferred stop method for these applications.

Coast to Stop
Coast to stop lets the motor slow at its natural rate, with no control from the soft starter. The time required to stop
will depend on the type of load.

TVR Soft Stop

Timed voltage ramp reduces the voltage to the motor gradually over a defined time. The load may continue to run
after the stop ramp is complete.

1: Stop time (parameter 2I)

Timed voltage ramp stopping can be useful for applications where the stop time needs to be extended, or to avoid
transients on generator set supplies.

XLR-8 Adaptive Acceleration Control (Stopping)

To use XLR-8 Adaptive Acceleration Control for the control of stopping performance;

1. Select Adaptive Control from the Stop Mode menu (parameter 2H)
2. Set the desired Stop Time (parameter 2I)
3. Select the required Adaptive Stop Profile (parameter 2J)
XLR-8 Adaptive stop profile (parameter 2J):
1. Early deceleration
2. Constant deceleration
3. Late deceleration
4. Stop ramp time (parameter 2B)

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NOTE
Pump stopping: The hydraulic characteristics of pump systems vary considerably. This variation means the
ideal deceleration profile and stop time will vary from application to application. The table below
provides guidelines on selecting between XLR-8 deceleration profiles, however trials of the three XLR-8
deceleration profiles will identify the best profile for a given application.

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.
Constant Deceleration Low to medium head, high flow applications where the fluid has
high momentum.
Early Deceleration Open pump systems where fluid must drain back through the
pump without driving the pump in reverse.
The first XLR-8 stop will be a normal soft stop. This is required so that the EMX3 can learn the characteristics of the
connected motor. This motor data is used by the EMX3 during subsequent XLR-8 adaptive acceleration control stops.

NOTE
XLR-8 will control the load according to the programmed profile. Stopping current will vary according to
the selected deceleration profile and stop time.

XLR-8 cannot stop the motor faster than a coast to stop. Use Brake for shorter stopping times.

If replacing a motor connected to an EMX3 programmed for XLR-8 starting, or if the starter has been
tested on a different motor prior to actual installation, it will be necessary for the EMX3 to learn the
characteristics of the new motor. To force the EMX3 into learn mode, make an adjustment to parameter
2K Adaptive Control Gain as follows:

If 2-K is at default setting of 75%, adjust to 76%.

If 2-K is not at default setting of 75%, adjust to 75%.

Brake
Brake reduces the time the motor requires to stop. This is recommended for medium to low inertia loads. For high
inertia loads soft braking is recommended.

• Brake

When brake is selected, the EMX3 uses DC injection to slow the motor.
The EMX3 braking:
• Does not require the use of a DC brake contactor
• Controls all three phases so that the braking currents and associated heating is evenly distributed
through the motor.

1: Stop time (parameter 2I)

2: Brake time (parameter 2M)
3: Coast to stop time

Braking has two stages:

1. Pre-brake: provides an intermediate level of braking to slow motor speed to a point where full brake can be
operated successfully (approximately 70% speed).
2. Full brake: brake provides maximum braking torque but is ineffective at speeds greater than approximately 70%.

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To configure the EMX3 for brake operation:

1. Set parameter 2I for the desired stopping time duration (1). This is the total braking time and must be set
sufficiently longer than the brake time (parameter 2M) to allow the pre-braking stage to reduce motor speed to
approximately 70%. If the stop time is too short, braking will not be successful and the motor will coast to stop.
2. Set Brake Time (parameter 2M) to approximately one quarter of the programmed Stop Time. This sets the time
for the Full Brake stage (2).
3. Adjust the Brake Torque (parameter 2L) so that the desired stopping performance is achieved. If set too low, the
motor will not stop completely and will coast to stop by the end of the braking period. If set too high, the motor
will stop before the end of the brake time and the motor will suffer unnecessary heating which could result in
damage.
4. In installations using an external zero-speed sensor (eg: applications with variable load during the braking cycle),
please refer to "EMX3 Braking with external zero-speed sensing" (Application Note: 710-06356-00)

NOTE

Brake operation causes motor heating. If you are using brake, enable the motor temperature check
(parameter 4N) or allow sufficient restart delay (parameter 4M).

During braking an increased noise level from the motor may be audible. This is a normal part of motor
braking.

6.4 Jog Operation

Jog runs the motor at reduced speed (approximately 11% of full running speed), to allow alignment of the load or to
assist servicing.
The motor can be jogged in either forward or reverse direction. To activate jog operation, use either a programmable
input or a shortcut key (refer to parameters 6A and 6F or 8B and 8C).
Jog is only available for the primary motor. Soft start and soft stop do not apply to jog operation.
If any other command is received when jogging the starter will stop and await a new command.
1. Jog Forward
2. Jog Reverse
3. Normal Operation

In some applications the available jog torque may not be sufficient to accelerate the motor as required. In these
applications a customised forward jog profile can be programmed using secondary motor setting Start/Stop Modes 2 in
parameter group 10. Please refer to "EMX3 Forward Jog" (Application Note: 710-06355-00).

WARNING
Slow speed running is not intended for continuous operation due to reduced motor cooling.

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Section 7 Programming Menu

You can access the Programming Menu at any time, including while the soft starter is running. Any changes to the start
profile take effect after the next start. All other changes take effect immediately.
The Programming Menu contains four sub-menus:
Quick Setup Quick Setup guides you through the parameters required to configure the EMX3 for
common applications. Quick Setup suggests a value for each parameter, but you can
change these as required.
Standard Menu The Standard Menu provides access to commonly used parameters, allowing you to
configure the EMX3 to suit your application.
Extended Menu The Extended Menu provides access to all the EMX3's programmable parameters, allowing
experienced users to take advantage of advanced features.
Load/Save Settings Load/Save Settings lets you save the current parameter settings to a file, load parameters
from a previously saved file, or reset all parameters to default values.

7.1 Programming Menu

The Programming Menu lets you view and change programmable parameters that control how the EMX3 operates.
To open the Programming Menu, press the MENU button while viewing the monitoring screens.
MENU, STORE or ►: open the menu,
◄ or EXIT: cancel changes or close a menu select a menu item or confirm a change.
item

▲: scroll up through a menu list or

increment a value ▼: scroll down through a menu list or
decrement a value
To navigate through the Programming Menu:
• to scroll through parameter groups, press the ▲ or ▼ button.
• to open a submenu, press the ► button.
• to view the parameters in a group, press the ► button.
• to return to the previous level, press the ◄ button.
• to close the Programming Menu, press ◄ repeatedly.
To change a parameter value:
• scroll to the appropriate parameter in the Programming Menu and press ► to enter edit mode.
• to alter the parameter setting, use the ▲ and ▼ buttons. Pressing ▲ or ▼ once will increase or decrease
the value by one (1). If the button is held for longer than five seconds, the value will increase or decrease at
a faster rate.
• to save changes, press STORE. The setting shown on the display will be saved and the keypad will return to
the parameter list.
• to cancel changes, press EXIT. The keypad will ask for confirmation, then return to the parameter list without
saving changes.
• to end edit mode, press EXIT. The keypad will return to the parameter list and any unsaved changes will be
lost.

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7.2 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 parameter 15B.
To lock the programming menu:
1. Open the Programming Menu.
2. Open the Extended Menu.
3. Select 'Advanced'
4. Enter Access Code
5. Select Adjustment Lock.
6. Select and Store 'Read and Write'
If a user attempts to change a parameter value when the adjustment lock is active, an error message is displayed:
Access Denied
Adj Lock is On

7.3 Access Code

Critical parameters in the Programming Menu (parameter group 15 and higher) are protected by a four-digit security
access code, preventing unauthorised users from viewing or modifying parameter settings.
When a user attempts to enter a restricted parameter group, the keypad prompts for an access code. The access
code is requested once for the programming session, and authorisation continues until the user closes the menu.
To enter the access code:
1. Open the Programming Menu.
2. Open the Extended Menu.
3. Select Advanced
4. Select Access Code.
Use the ◄ and ► buttons to select a digit, and the ▲ and ▼ buttons to change the value. When all four digits
match your access code, press STORE. The keypad will display an acknowledgement message before continuing.
Enter Access Code
####
STORE
Access Allowed
Supervisor

The simulation tools and counter resets are also protected by the security access code.
The default access code is 0000.

7.4 Quick Setup

The quick setup menu makes it easy to configure the EMX3 for common applications. The EMX3 selects the
parameters relevant to the application and suggests a typical setting, and you can adjust each parameter to suit your
exact requirements.

On the display the highlighted values are suggested values and the values indicated by a ► are the loaded values.
Always set parameter 1A Motor FLC to match the motor's nameplate full load current. The suggested value for motor
FLC is the starter's minimum FLC.

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Application Parameter Suggested value

Pump Centrifugal Motor FLC
Start Mode Adaptive Control
Start Ramp Time 5 seconds
Current Limit 350%
Stop Mode Adaptive Control
Stop Time 15 seconds
Adaptv Start Profile Early Acceleration
Adaptv Stop Profile Late Deceleration
Pump Submersible Motor FLC
Start Mode Adaptive Control
Start Ramp Time 5 seconds
Current Limit 350%
Stop Mode Adaptive Control
Stop Time 5 seconds
Adaptv Start Profile Early Acceleration
Adaptv Stop Profile Late Deceleration
Fan Damped Motor FLC
Start Mode Adaptive Control
Start Ramp Time 15 seconds
Current Limit 350%
Adaptv Start Profile Constant Acceleration
Fan Undamped Motor FLC
Locked Rotor Time 20 seconds
Start Mode Adaptive Control
Start Ramp Time 20 seconds
Current Limit 400%
Adaptv Start Profile Constant Acceleration
Excess Start Time 30 seconds
Compressor Screw Motor FLC
Start Mode Adaptive Control
Start Ramp Time 10 seconds
Current Limit 400%
Adaptv Start Profile Constant Acceleration
Compressor Reciprocating Motor FLC
Start Mode Adaptive Control
Start Ramp Time 10 seconds
Current Limit 450%
Adaptv Start Profile Constant Acceleration
Conveyor Motor FLC
Start Mode Adaptive Control
Start Ramp Time 15 seconds
Current Limit 400%
Stop Mode Adaptive Control
Stop Time 5 seconds
Adaptive Start Profile Late Acceleration
Adaptive Stop Profile Constant Acceleration
Crusher Rotary Motor FLC
Locked Rotor Time 20 seconds
Start Mode Adaptive Control
Start Ramp Time 20 seconds
Current Limit 400%
Adaptv Start Profile Constant Deceleration
Excess Start Time 30 seconds
Crusher Jaw Motor FLC
Locked Rotor Time 30 seconds
Start Mode Adaptive Control
Start Ramp Time 30 seconds
Current Limit 450%
Adaptv Start Profile Constant Acceleration
Excess Start Time 40 seconds

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7.5 Standard Menu

The standard menu provides access to commonly used parameters, allowing the user to configure the EMX3 as
required for the application. For details of individual parameters, refer to Parameter Descriptions in Section 7.8.
Parameter Description Default value

1 Motor Data-1 ► 1A Motor Full Load Current Model dependent

◄
▲
▼
2 Start/Stop Modes-1 ► 2A Start Mode Adaptive Control
◄ 2B Start Ramp Time 10 s
▲ 2C Initial Current 350%
2D Current Limit 350%
2H Stop Mode Coast to Stop
2I Stop Time 0m:00s
▼
3 Auto-Start/Stop ► 3A Auto-Start Type Off
◄ 3B Auto-Start Time 00h:01m
▲ 3C Auto-Stop Type Off
3D Auto-Stop Time 00h:01m
▼
4 Protection Settings ► 4A Excess Start Time 0m:20s
◄ 4C Undercurrent 20%
▲ 4D Undercurrent Dly 0m:05s
4E Inst Overcurrent 400%
4F Inst Overcrnt Delay 0m:00s
4G Phase Sequence Any sequence
▼
6 Inputs ► 6A Input A Function Motor Set Select
◄ 6B Input A Name Input Trip
▲ 6C Input A Trip Always Active
6D Input A Trip Dly 0m:00s
6E Input A Initial Dly 0m:00s
6F Input B Function Input Trip (N/O)
6G Input B Name Input Trip
6H Input B Trip Always Active
6I Input B Trip Dly 0m:00s
6J Input B Initial Dly 0m:00s
▼
7 Outputs ► 7A Relay A Function Main Contactor
◄ 7B Relay A On Delay 0m:00s
▲ 7C Relay A Off Delay 0m:00s
7D Relay B Function Run
7E Relay B On Delay 0m:00s
7F Relay B Off Delay 0m:00s
7G Relay C Function Trip
7H Relay C On Delay 0m:00s
7I Relay C Off Delay 0m:00s
7M Low Current Flag 50%
7N High Current Flag 100%
7O Motor Temp Flag 80%

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▼
8 Display ► 8A Language English
◄ 8B F1 Button Action Auto-Start/Stop Menu
8C F2 Button Action None
8D Display A or kW Current
8E User-Scrn – Top L Starter State
8F User-Scrn – Top R Blank
8G User-Scrn – Btm L Hours Run
8H User-Scrn – Btm R Analog Input

7.6 Extended Menu

The extended menu gives access to all of the EMX3's programmable parameters.
Parameter Description Default Value

1 Motor Data-1 ► 1A Motor Full Load Current Model Dependent

◄ 1B Locked Rotor Time 0m:10s
▲ 1C Locked Rotor Crnt 600%
1D Motor Srvc Factor 105%
▼
2 Start/Stop Modes-1 ► 2A Start Mode Adaptive Control
◄ 2B Start Ramp Time 10 s
▲ 2C Initial Current 350%
2D Current Limit 350%
2E Adaptv Start Profile Constant Acceleration
2F Kickstart Time 0000ms
2G Kickstart Level 500%
2H Stop Mode Coast To Stop
2I Stop Time 0m:00s
2J Adaptv Stop Profile Constant Deceleration
2K Adaptv Control Gain 75%
2L Brake Torque 20%
2M Brake Time 0m:01s
▼
3 Auto-Start/Stop ► 3A Auto-Start Type Off
◄ 3B Auto-Start Time 00h:01m
▲ 3C Auto-Stop Type Off
3D Auto-Stop Time 00h:01m
▼
4 Protection Settings ► 4A Excess Start Time 0m:20s
◄ 4B Excess Strt Time-2 0m:20s
▲ 4C Undercurrent 20%
4D Undercurrent Dly 0m:05s
4E Inst Overcurrent 400%
4F Inst Ocrnt Dly 0m:00s
4G Phase Sequence Any sequence
4H Current Imbalance 20%
4I Current Imbal Dly 0m:03s
4J Frequency Check Start/Run
4K Freq Variation ± 5Hz
4L Frequency Delay 0m:00s
4M Restart Delay 0m:10s
4N Motor Temp Check Do Not Check
4O Ground Fault Lvl 100 mA
4P Ground Fault Dly 0m:03s

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▼
5 Auto-Reset Trips ► 5A Auto-Reset Action Do Not Auto-Reset
◄ 5B Maximum Resets 1
▲ 5C Reset Dly - Grp A & B 00m:05s
5D Reset Dly - Grp C 05 m
▼
6 Inputs ► 6A Input A Function Motor Set Select
◄ 6B Input A Name Input Trip
▲ 6C Input A Trip Always Active
6D Input A Trip Dly 0m:00s
6E Input A Initial Dly 00m:00s
6F Input B Function Input Trip (N/O)
6G Input B Name Input Trip
6H Input B Trip Always Active
6I Input B Trip Dly 0m:00s
6J Input B Initial Dly 00m:00s
6E Input C Function Motor Set Select
6L Input D Function Emergency Stop
6M Remote Reset Logic Normally Closed
6N Analog Input Trip Do Not Trip
6O Analog Input Scale 2-10 V
6P Analog Trip Point 50%
6Q LCL/RMT Button LCL/RMT Anytime
6R Comms in Remote Enable Cntrl in RMT
▼
7 Outputs ► 7A Relay A Function Main Contactor
◄ 7B Relay A On Delay 0m:00s
▲ 7C Relay A Off Delay 0m:00s
7D Relay B Function Run
7E Relay B On Delay 0m:00s
7F Relay B Off Delay 0m:00s
7G Relay C Function Trip
7H Relay C On Delay 0m:00s
7I Relay C Off Delay 0m:00s
7J Relay D Function Off
7K Relay E Function Off
7L Relay F Function Off
7M Low Current Flag 50%
7N High Current Flag 100%
7O Motor Temp Flag 80%
7P Analog Output A Current (% FLC)
7Q Analog A Scale 4-20 mA
7R Analog A Max Adj 100%
7S Analog A Min Adj 000%
7T Analog Output B Current (% FLC)
7U Analog B Scale 4-20 mA
7V Analog B Max Adj 100%
7W Analog B Min Adj 000%

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▼
8 Display ► 8A Language English
◄ 8B F1 Button Action Auto-Start/Stop Menu
▲ 8C F2 Button Action None
8D Display A or kW Current
8E User Scrn – Top L Starter State
8F User Scrn – Top R Blank
8G User Scrn – Btm L Hours Run
8H User Scrn – Btm R Analog Input
8I Graph Data Current (% FLC)
8J Graph Timebase 10 seconds
8K Graph Max Adj 400%
8L Graph Min Adj 000%
8M Current Calibrat 100%
8N Mains Ref Volt 400 V
▼
9 Motor Data-2 ► 9A Dual Thrml Model Single
◄ 9B Motor FLC-2 Model Dependent
▲ 9C Lock Rotor Time-2 0m:10s
9D Lock Rotor Crnt-2 600%
9E Mtr Srvc Factor-2 105%
▼
10 Start/Stop Modes-2 ► 10A Start Mode-2 Adaptive Control
◄ 10B Start Ramp-2 0m:10s
▲ 10C Initial Current-2 350%
10D Current Limit-2 350%
10E Adaptv Start Prof-2 Constant Acceleration
10F Kickstart Time-2 0000 ms
10G Kickstart Lvl-2 500%
10H Stop Mode-2 Coast To Stop
10I Stop Time-2 0m:00s
10J Adaptv Stop Prof-2 Constant Deceleration
10K Adaptv Ctrl Gain-2 75%
10L Brake Torque-2 20%
10M Brake Time-2 0m:01s
▼
11 RTD Temperatures ► 11A RTD A Trip Temp 50 °C
◄ 11B RTD B Trip Temp 50 °C
▲ 11C RTD C Trip Temp 50 °C
11D RTD D Trip Temp 50 °C
11E RTD E Trip Temp 50 °C
11F RTD F Trip Temp 50 °C
11G RTD G Trip Temp 50 °C
▼
12 Slip-Ring Motors ► 12A Mtr Data-1 Ramp Single Ramp
◄ 12B Mtr Data-2 Ramp Single Ramp
▲ 12C Changeover Time 150 ms
12D Slip-Ring Retard 50%
▼
15 Advanced ► 15A Access Code 0000
(Requires Access Code. ◄ 15B Adjustment Lock Read & Write
Default: 0000) 15C Emergency Run Disable
▲ 15D Shorted SCR Actn 3-Phase Control Only

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16 Protection Action ► 16A Motor Overload Trip Starter
◄ 16B Excess Start Time Trip Starter
▲ 16C Undercurrent Trip Starter
16D Inst Overcurrent Trip Starter
16E Current Imbalance Trip Starter
16F Frequency Trip Starter
16G Input A Trip Trip Starter
16H Input B Trip Trip Starter
16I Motor Thermistor Trip Starter
16J Starter/Comms Trip Starter
16K Network Comms Trip Starter
16L Heatsink Overtemp Trip Starter
16M Battery/Clock Trip Starter
16N Ground Fault Trip Starter
16O RTD A Overtemp Trip Starter
16P RTD B Overtemp Trip Starter
16Q RTD C Overtemp Trip Starter
16R RTD D Overtemp Trip Starter
16S RTD E Overtemp Trip Starter
16T RTD F Overtemp Trip Starter
16U RTD G Overtemp Trip Starter
▼
20 Restricted ► Factory Use Only
◄
7.7 Load/Save Settings
The Load/Save Settings menu requires an access code and allows users to:
• Load the EMX3's parameters with default values
• Reload previously saved parameter settings from an internal file
• Save the current parameter settings to an internal file

NOTE
The saved files and current operating settings are stored in both the keypad and in the soft starter. The
keypad will prompt you to synchronise the settings whenever it is plugged into a new EMX3.
In addition to the factory default values file, the EMX3 can store two user-defined parameter files. These files contain
default values until a user file is saved.
To load or save parameter settings:

1 Open the Programming Menu.

2 Scroll to Load/Save Settings and press the ► button. Load/Save Settings

3 Use the ▼ button to select the required function, then press the ►
Load Defaults
button. Load Backup
Load User Set 1

4 At the confirmation prompt, select YES to confirm or NO to cancel Load Defaults

and then STORE to load/save the selection. No
Yes
When the action has been completed, the screen will briefly display a
confirmation message, then return to the status screens.

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7.8 Parameter Descriptions

1 Motor Data-1
The parameters in Motor Data-1 configure the soft starter to match the connected motor. These parameters describe
the motor's operating characteristics and allow the soft starter to model the motor's temperature.

1A – Motor FLC
Range: Model dependent
Description: Motor Full Load Current matches the starter to the connected motor's full load current.
Set to the full load current (FLC) rating shown on the motor nameplate.

1B – Locked Rotor Time

Range: 0:01 - 2:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 10 seconds)
Description: Sets the maximum length of time the motor can run at locked rotor current from cold
before reaching its maximum temperature. Set according to the motor datasheet.

1C – Locked Rotor Current

Range: 400% - 1200% FLC (Default: 600%)
Description: Sets the locked rotor current of the connected motor, as a percentage of full load current.
Set according to the motor datasheet.

1D – Motor Srvc Factor

Range: 100% - 130% (Default: 105%)
Description: Motor Service Factor sets the motor service factor used by the thermal model. If the
motor runs at full load current, it will reach 100%. Set according to the motor datasheet.

2 Start/Stop Modes-1

2A – Start Mode
Options: Constant Current
Adaptive Control (Default)
Description: Selects the soft start mode.

2B – Start Ramp Time

Range: 1 - 180 (seconds) (Default: 10 seconds)
Description: Sets the total start time for an XLR-8 adaptive acceleration control start or the ramp time
for current ramp starting (from the initial current to the current limit).

2C – Initial Current
Range: 100% - 600% FLC (Default: 350%)
Description: Sets the initial start current level for current ramp starting, as a percentage of motor full
load current. Set so that the motor begins to accelerate immediately after a start is
initiated.
If current ramp starting is not required, set the initial current equal to the current limit.

2D – Current Limit
Range: 100% - 600% FLC (Default: 350%)
Description: Sets the current limit for constant current and current ramp soft starting, as a percentage of
motor full load current.

2E Adaptv Start Profile

Options: Early Acceleration
Constant Acceleration (Default)
Late Acceleration
Description: Adaptive Start Profile selects which profile the EMX3 will use for an XLR-8 adaptive
acceleration control soft start.

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2F, 2G – Kickstart
Parameter 2F – Kickstart Time
Range: 0 – 2000 (milliseconds) (Default: 0000 milliseconds)
Description: Sets the kickstart duration. A setting of 0 disables kickstart.
Parameter 2G – Kickstart Level
Range: 100% - 700% FLC (Default: 500%)
Description: Sets the level of the kickstart current.

NOTE
Kickstart subjects the mechanical equipment to increased torque levels. Ensure
the motor, load and couplings can handle the additional torque before using this
feature.

2H – Stop Mode
Options: Coast To Stop (Default)
TVR Soft Stop
Adaptv Control
Brake
Description: Selects the stop mode.

2I – Stop Time
Range: 0:00 - 4:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 0 seconds)
Description: Sets the time for soft stopping the motor using timed voltage ramp or XLR-8 adaptive
acceleration control.
If a main contactor is installed, the contactor must remain closed until the end of the stop
time. Use the run output (terminals 23, 24) to control the main contactor.

2J – Adaptv Stop Profile

Options: Early Deceleration
Constant Deceleration (Default)
Late Deceleration
Description: Adaptive Stop Profile selects which profile the EMX3 will use for an XLR-8 adaptive
acceleration control soft stop.

2K – Adaptv Control Gain

Range: 1% - 200% (Default: 75%)
Description: Adaptive Control Gain adjusts the performance of XLR-8 adaptive acceleration control.

2L, 2M – Brake
Brake uses DC injection to actively slow the motor.
Parameter 2L Brake Torque
Range: 20 - 100% (Default: 20%)
Description: Sets the amount of brake torque the EMX3 will use to slow the motor.
Parameter 2M Brake Time
Range: 1 - 30 (seconds) (Default: 1 second)
Description: Sets the duration for DC injection during a braking stop.

NOTE
Parameter 2M is used in conjunction with parameter 2I. Refer to Section 6.3 for details.

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3 Auto-Start/Stop
The EMX3 can be programmed to start and stop automatically, after a specified delay or at a specified time of day.
Auto-start and auto-stop can be set separately.

NOTE
This function should not be used in conjunction with Remote and 2 wire control.

The soft starter will still accept start and stop commands from the keypad, remote inputs or serial
communication network. To disable local or remote control, use parameter 6Q.

3A, 3B – Auto-Start
Parameter 3A Auto-Start Type
Options: Off (Default) The soft starter will not auto-start.
Timer The soft starter will auto-start after a delay from the next
stop, as specified in parameter 3B.
Clock The soft starter will auto-start at the time programmed in
parameter 3B.
Description: Selects whether the soft starter will auto-start after a specified delay, or at a time of day.
Parameter 3B Auto-Start Time
Range: 00:01 - 24:00 (Default: 1 minute)
Description: Sets the time for the soft starter to auto-start, in 24 hour clock format.

3C, 3D – Auto-Stop
Parameter 3C Auto-Stop Type
Options: Off (Default) The soft starter will not auto-stop.
Timer The soft starter will auto-stop after a delay from the next
start, as specified in parameter 3D.
Clock The soft starter will auto-stop at the time programmed in
parameter 3D.
Description: Selects whether the soft starter will auto-stop after a specified delay, or at a time of day.
Parameter 3D Auto-Stop Time
Range: 00:01 - 24:00 (Default: 1 minute)
Description: Sets the time for the soft starter to auto-stop, in 24 hour clock format.

4 Protection Settings
These parameters determine when the soft starter's protection mechanisms will activate. The activation point for each
protection mechanism can be set to suit the installation.
The soft starter responds to protection events by tripping, warning, or writing the event to the event log. The
response is determined by the Protection Action settings (parameter group 16). The default response is a trip.

NOTE
The protection settings are vital for safe operation of the soft starter and motor.
Defeating the protection may compromise the installation and should only be done in
the case of emergency.

4A, 4B – Excess Start Time

Excess start time is the maximum time the EMX3 will attempt to start the motor. If the motor does not
reach full speed within the programmed limit, the starter will trip. Set for a period slightly longer than
required for a normal healthy start. A setting of 0 disables excess start time protection.
Range: 0:00 - 4:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 20 seconds)
Description: Parameter 4A sets the time for the primary motor and parameter 4B (Excess Strt Time-2)
sets the time for the secondary motor.

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4C, 4D – Undercurrent
The EMX3 can be configured to trip if the average current of all three phases drops below a specified level
while the motor is running.
Parameter 4C Undercurrent
Range: 0% - 100% (Default: 20%)
Description: Sets the trip point for undercurrent protection, as a percentage of motor full load current.
Set to a level between the motor's normal working range and the motor's magnetising (no
load) current (typically 25% to 35% of full load current). A setting of 0% disables
undercurrent protection.
Parameter 4D Undercurrent Dly
Range: 0:00 - 4:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 5 seconds)
Description: Slows the EMX3's response to undercurrent, avoiding trips due to momentary fluctuations.

4E, 4F – Instantaneous Overcurrent

The EMX3 can be configured to trip if the average current of all three phases exceeds a specified level while
the motor is running.
Parameter 4E Inst Overcurrent
Range: 80% - 600% FLC (Default: 400%)
Description: Sets the trip point for instantaneous overcurrent protection, as a percentage of motor full
load current.
Parameter 4F Inst Ocrnt Delay
Range: 0:00 - 1:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 0 seconds)
Description: Slows the EMX3's response to overcurrent, avoiding trips due to momentary overcurrent
events.

4G – Phase Sequence
Range: Any sequence (Default)
Positive only
Negative only
Description: Selects which phase sequences the soft starter will allow at a start. During its pre-start
checks, the starter examines the sequence of the phases at its input terminals and trips if
the actual sequence does not match the selected option.

4H, 4I – Current Imbalance

The EMX3 can be configured to trip if the currents on the three phases vary from each other by more than a
specified amount. The imbalance is calculated as the difference between the highest and lowest currents on
all three phases, as a percentage of the highest current.
Current imbalance detection is desensitised by 50% during starting and soft stopping.
Parameter 4H Current Imbalance
Range: 10% - 50% (Default: 20%)
Description: Sets the trip point for current imbalance protection.
Parameter 4I Current Imbal Dly
Range: 0:00 - 4:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 3 seconds)
Description: Slows the EMX3's response to current imbalance, avoiding trips due to momentary
fluctuations.

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4J, 4K, 4L – Frequency Trip

The EMX3 monitors mains frequency throughout operation, and can be configured to trip if the frequency varies
beyond a specified tolerance.
Parameter 4J Frequency Check
Range: Do Not Check
Start Only
Start/Run (Default)
Run Only
Description: Determines when the starter will monitor for a frequency trip.
Parameter 4K Freq Variation
Range: ± 2 Hz
± 5 Hz (Default)
± 10 Hz
± 15 Hz
Description: Selects the soft starter's tolerance for frequency variation.

NOTE
Running a motor outside it's specified frequency for long periods can cause damage
and premature failure.

Parameter 4L Frequency Delay

Range: 0:00 - 4:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 0 seconds)
Description: Slows the EMX3's response to frequency disturbances, avoiding trips due to momentary
fluctuations.

NOTE
If the mains frequency drops below 35 Hz, the starter will trip immediately.

4M – Restart Delay
Range: 00:01 - 60:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 10 seconds)
Description: The EMX3 can be configured to force a delay between the end of a stop and the beginning
of the next start. During the restart delay period, the display shows the time remaining
before another start can be attempted.

NOTE
The restart delay is measured from the end of each stop. Changes to the
restart delay setting take effect after the next stop.

4N – Motor Temp Check

Range: Do Not Check (Default)
Check
Description: Selects whether the EMX3 will verify the motor has sufficient thermal capacity for a
successful start. The soft starter compares the motor's temperature with the temperature
rise from the last motor start and only operates if the motor is cool enough to start
successfully.

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4O, 4P – Ground Fault Lvl

The EMX3 can be configured to trip if ground fault exceeds a specified level while the motor is running.
Ground fault is a dynamic trip based on phase current measurements every half-cycle.
Parameter 4O Ground Fault Lvl
Range: 20 mA - 50 A (21 steps) (Default: 100mA)
Description: Sets the trip point for ground fault protection.
Parameter 4P Ground Fault Trip Dly
Range: 0:01 - 4:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 3 seconds)
Description: Slows the EMX3's response to ground fault variation, avoiding trips due to momentary
fluctuations.

NOTE
Ground fault protection is only available if the RTD and ground fault protection card is fitted.

5 Auto-Reset Trips
The EMX3 can be programmed to automatically reset certain trips, which can help minimise operating downtime.
Trips are divided into three categories for auto-reset, depending on the risk to the soft starter:
Group A Current Imbalance
Phase loss
Power loss
Mains frequency
B Undercurrent
Instantaneous overcurrent
Input A trip
Input B trip
C Motor overload
RTD temperature trips
Motor thermistor
Starter overtemperature
Other trips cannot be automatically reset.

5A – Auto-Reset Action
Options: Do Not Auto-Reset (Default)
Reset Group A
Reset Group A & B
Reset Group A, B & C
Description: Selects which trips can be auto-reset.

5B – Maximum Reset
Range: 1 - 5 (Default: 1)
Description: Sets how many times the soft starter will auto-reset, if it continues to trip. The reset
counter increases by one each time the soft starter auto-resets, and decreases by one after
each successful start/stop cycle.

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5C, 5D – Auto-Reset Delay

The EMX3 can be configured to wait before auto-resetting a trip. Separate delays can be set for trips in
Groups A and B, or in Group C.
Parameter 5C Reset Dly Grp A & B
Range: 00:05 - 15:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 5 seconds)
Description: Sets the delay for Group A and Group B trips.
Parameter 5D Reset Dly Grp C
Range: 5 - 60 (minutes) (Default: 5 minutes)
Description: Sets the delay for Group C trips.

6 Inputs
The EMX3 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.

6A – Input A Function

Options: Motor Set Select (Default) The EMX3 can be configured with two separate sets of
motor data. The primary motor data is programmed using
parameters 1A to 2-M. The secondary motor data is
programmed using parameters 9A to 2-M.
To use the secondary motor data, parameter 6A must be
set to Motor Set Select and C53-C54 must be closed
when a start command is given. The EMX3 checks which
motor data to use at a start, and will use that motor data
for the entire start/stop cycle.
Input Trip (N/O) Input A can be used to trip the soft starter. When
parameter 6A is set to Input Trip (N/O), a closed circuit
across C53-C54 trips the soft starter (refer to parameters
6C, 6D, 6E).
Input Trip (N/C) When parameter 6A is set to Input Trip (N/C), an open
circuit across C53-C54 trips the soft starter (refer to
parameters 6C, 6D, 6E).
Local/Remote Select Input A can be used to select between local and remote
control, instead of using the LCL/RMT button on the
keypad. Selecting this option disables the LCL/RMT button,
and the soft starter will ignore any Local/Remote select
command from the serial communications network.
An open circuit across the input selects local control and a
closed circuit selects remote control.
To use Input A to select between local and remote
control, parameter 6Q must be set to Button Always
Active or Button Active When Off.
Emergency Run In emergency run the soft starter continues to run until
stopped, ignoring all trips and warnings (refer to parameter
15C for details).
Closing the circuit across C53-C54 activates emergency
run.
Opening the circuit ends emergency run and the EMX3
stops the motor.
Emergency Stop The EMX3 can be commanded to emergency stop the
motor, ignoring the soft stop mode set in parameter 2H.
When the circuit across C53-C54 is opened, the soft
starter allows the motor to coast to stop.
Jog Forward Activates jog operation in a forward direction.
Jog Reverse Activates jog operation in reverse direction.
Description: Selects the function of Input A.

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6B – Input A Name
Options: Input Trip (Default) No Flow
Low Pressure Emergency Stop
High Pressure Controller
Pump Fault PLC
Low Level Vibration Alarm
High Level
Description: Selects a message for the keypad to display when Input A is active.

6C, 6D, 6E – Input A Trip

Parameter 6C Input A Trip
Options: Always Active (Default) A trip can occur at any time when the soft starter is
receiving power.
Operating Only A trip can occur while the soft starter is running, stopping
or starting.
Run Only A trip can only occur while the soft starter is running.
Description: Selects when an input trip can occur.
Parameter 6D Input A Trip Dly
Range: 0:00 - 4:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 0 seconds)
Description: Sets a delay between the input activating and the soft starter tripping.
Parameter 6E Input A Initial Dly
Range: 00:00 - 30:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 0 seconds)
Description: Sets a delay before an input trip can occur, after the soft starter has entered the state
selected in 6C.

6F, 6G, 6H, 6I, 6J – Input B Trip

Parameters 6F~6J configure the operation of Input B, in the same way as parameters 6A~6E configure Input
A. Refer to Input A for details.
• 6F Input B Function (Default: Input Trip N/O)
• 6G Input B Name
• 6H Input B Trip
• 6I Input B Trip Dly
• 6J Input B Initial Dly
6E, 6L – Inputs C and D
Parameters 6E and 6L select the function of Inputs C and D. Refer to parameter 6A for details.
Inputs C and D are only available if the input/output expansion card has been installed.
Options: Motor Set Select (Default for Input C)
Local/Remote Select
Emergency Run
Emergency Stop (Default for Input D)
6M – Remote Reset Logic
Options: Normally Closed (N/C) (Default)
Normally Open (N/O)
Description: Selects whether the EMX3's remote reset input (terminals C41, C42) is normally open or
normally closed.

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6N, 6O, 6P – Analog Input

An analog input can be fitted to the EMX3 if required. An external device can activate the analog input to
trip the soft starter in response to external conditions.
Parameter 6N Analog Input Trip
Options: Do Not Trip (Default)
Trip High
Trip Low
Description: Selects the soft starter's response to the analog input signal.
Parameter 6O Analog Input Scale
Options: 0-10 V (Default)
2-10 V
Description: Configures the analog input's scale.
Parameter 6P Analog Trip Point
Range: 0% - 100% (Default:50%)
Description: Sets the signal level at which an analog input trip will occur, as a percentage of the
maximum signal on the input.

6Q – LCL/RMT Button
Options: LCL/RMT Anytime (Default) LCL/RMT button is always enabled.
LCL/RMT When Off LCL/RMT button is enabled when the starter is off.
Local Control Only All remote inputs are disabled.
Remote Control Only Local control buttons (START, RESET, LCL/RMT)
are disabled.
Description: The Local/Remote button selects when the LCL/RMT button can be used to switch
between local and remote control, and enables or disables the local control buttons and
remote control inputs. The STOP button on the keypad is always enabled.

CAUTION
The STOP button on the keypad is always enabled. When using two-wire
remote control, the soft starter will restart immediately if the remote start input
is still active.

6R – Comms in Remote
Options: Disable Ctrl in RMT
Enable Ctrl in RMT (Default)
Description: Selects whether the starter will accept Start, Stop and Reset commands from the serial
communication network when in Remote mode. The Force Comms Trip, Local/Remote
Control and Test Start commands are always enabled.

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7 Outputs
The EMX3 has three programmable outputs, which can be used to signal different operating conditions to associated
equipment. Three additional outputs are available on the input/output expansion card.

7A – Relay A Function
Options: Off Relay A is not used.
Main Contactor (Default) The relay closes when the EMX3 receives a
start command, and remains closed as long as
the motor is receiving voltage.
Run The relay closes when the starter changes to
run state.
Trip The relay closes when the starter trips.
Warning The relay closes when the starter issues a
warning.
Low Current Flag The relay closes when the low current flag
activates (refer to parameter 7M Low Current
Flag).
High Current Flag The relay closes when the high current flag
activates (refer to parameter 7N High Current
Flag).
Motor Temp Flag The relay closes when the motor temperature
flag activates (refer to parameter 7O Motor
Temperature Flag).
Input A Trip The relay closes when Input A activates to trip
the soft starter.
Input B Trip The relay closes when Input B activates to trip
the soft starter.
Motor Overload The relay closes when the starter trips on
Motor Overload.
Current Imbalance The relay closes when the starter trips on
Current Imbalance.
Undercurrent The relay closes when the starter trips on
Undercurrent.
Inst Overcurrent The relay closes when the starter trips on
Instantaneous Overcurrent.
Frequency The relay closes when the starter trips on
Frequency.
Ground Fault The relay closes when the starter trips on
Ground Fault.
Heatsink Overtemp The relay closes when the starter trips on
Heatsink Overtemperature.
Phase Loss The relay closes when the starter trips on
Phase Loss.
Motor Thermistor The relay closes when the starter trips on
Motor Thermistor.
Changeover Contactor The relay closes when the high rotor resistance
current ramp has reached full voltage, allowing
use with a slip-ring motor.
Description: Selects the function of Relay A (normally open).

7B, 7C – Relay A Delays

The EMX3 can be configured to wait before opening or closing Relay A.
Parameter 7B Relay A On Delay
Range: 0:00 - 5:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default:0 seconds)
Description: Sets the delay for closing Relay A.
Parameter 7C Relay A Off Delay
Range: 0:00 - 5:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 0 seconds)
Description: Sets the delay for re-opening Relay A.

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7D~7L – Output Relays B, C, D, E, F

Parameters 7D~7L configure the operation of Relays B, C, D, E and F in the same way as parameters 7A~7C
configure Relay A. Refer to Relay A for details.
Relay B is a changeover relay.
• 7D Relay B Function (Default: Run)
• 7E Relay B On Delay
• 7F Relay B Off Delay
Relay C is a changeover relay.
• 7G Relay C Function (Default: Trip)
• 7H Relay C On Delay
• 7I Relay C Off Delay
Relays D, E and F are only available if the input/output expansion card has been installed. These relays do not
support on or off delays and do not support 'Changeover Contactor' function. Relay D is normally closed,
relays E and F are normally open.
• 7J Relay D Function (Default: Off)
• 7K Relay E Function (Default: Off)
• 7L Relay F Function (Default: Off)
7M, 7N – Low Current Flag and High Current Flag
The EMX3 has low and high current flags to give early warning of abnormal operation. The current flags can
be configured to indicate an abnormal current level during operation, between the normal operating level and
the undercurrent or instantaneous overcurrent trip levels. The flags can signal the situation to external
equipment via one of the programmable outputs. The flags clear when the current returns within the normal
operating range by 10% of the programmed motor full load current.
Parameter 7M Low Current Flag
Range: 1% - 100% FLC (Default: 50%)
Description: Sets the level at which the low current flag operates, as a percentage of motor full load
current.
Parameter 7N High Current Flag
Range: 50% - 600% FLC (Default: 100%)
Description: Sets the level at which the high current flag operates, as a percentage of motor full load
current.

7O – Motor Temp Flag

The EMX3 has a motor temperature flag to give early warning of abnormal operation. The flag can indicate
that the motor is operating above its normal operating temperature but lower than the overload limit. The
flag can signal the situation to external equipment via one of the programmable outputs.
Range: 0% - 160% (Default: 80%)
Description: Sets the level at which the motor temperature flag operates, as a percentage of the
motor's thermal capacity.

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7P, 7Q, 7R, 7S – Analog Output A

The EMX3 has an analog output, which can be connected to associated equipment to monitor motor
performance. If required, a second analog output is available on the input/output expansion card.
Parameter 7P Analog Output A
Options: Current (% FLC) (Default) Current as a percentage of motor full load current.
Motor Temp (%) Motor temperature as a percentage of the motor service
factor (calculated by the soft starter's thermal model).
Motor kW (%) Motor kilowatts. 100% is motor FLC (parameter 1A)
multiplied by line voltage (measured voltage if the voltage
measurement card is installed, otherwise reference voltage
(parameter 8N)). Power factor is assumed to be 1.0 for
the reference value, but the motor kilowatt value is
calculated using measured power factor.
Motor kVA (%) Motor kilovolt amperes. 100% is motor FLC (parameter
1A) multiplied by line voltage (measured voltage if the
voltage measurement card is installed, otherwise reference
voltage (parameter 8N)).
Motor pf Motor power factor, measured by the soft starter.
Voltage (% Mains) Line voltage, measured by the soft starter (this information
is only available if the voltage measurement option is
installed).
Description: Selects which information will be reported via analog output A.
Parameter 7Q Analog A Scale
Options: 0-20 mA
4-20 mA (Default)
Description: Selects the range of the output.
Parameter 7R Analog A Max Adj
Range: 0% - 600% (Default: 100%)
Description: Calibrates the upper limit of the analog output to match the signal measured on an
external current measuring device.
Parameter 7S Analog A Min Adj
Range: 0% - 600% (Default: 0%)
Description: Calibrates the lower limit of the analog output to match the signal measured on an external
current measuring device.

7T, 7U, 7V, 7W – Analog Output B

Parameters 7T~7W configure the operation of analog output B, in the same way as parameters 7P~7S
configure analog output A. Refer to analog output A for details.
Output B is only available if the input/output expansion card has been installed.

8 Display
These parameters allow the keypad to be tailored to individual users' requirements.

8A – Language
Options: English (Default)
Chinese
Description: Selects which language the keypad will use to display messages and feedback.

8B, 8C – F1 and F2 Button Action

Options: None
Auto-Start/Stop Menu (Default)
Jog Forward
Jog Reverse
Description: Selects the function of the F1 and F2 buttons on the keypad.

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8D – Display A or kW
Options: Current (Default)
Motor kW
Description: Selects whether the EMX3 will display current (amperes) or motor kilowatts on the main
monitoring screen.

8E, 8F, 8G, 8H – User-Programmable Screen

Options: Blank Displays no data in the selected area, allowing long messages to be
shown without overlapping.
Starter State (Default) The starter's operating state (starting, running, stopping or tripped). Only
available for 'Top L' & 'Btm L'
Motor Current The average current measured on three phases.
Motor pf The motor's power factor, measured by the soft starter.
Mains Frequency The average frequency measured on three phases.
Motor kW The motor's running power in kilowatts.
Motor HP The motor's running power in horsepower.
Motor Temp The motor's temperature, calculated by the thermal model.
kWh The number of kilowatt hours the motor has run via the soft starter.
Hours Run The number of hours the motor has run via the soft starter.
Analog Input The level of analog input A (refer to parameters 6N~6P).
Mains Voltage The average voltage measured on three phases (this option is only
available if the voltage measurement option is installed).
Description: Selects which four items will be displayed on the programmable monitoring screen. By
default, the screen shows starter state, hours run and analog input.
• 8E User Scrn Top L (Default: Starter State)
• 8F User Scrn Top R (Default: Blank)
• 8G User Scrn Btm L (Default: Hours Run)
• 8H User Scrn Btm R (Default: Analog Input)
8I, 8J, 8K, 8L – Performance Graphs
The EMX3 has a real-time performance graph to report the behaviour of critical operating parameters.
Parameter 8I Graph Data
Options: Current (% FLC) (Default) Current as a percentage of motor full load current.
Motor Temp (%) Motor temperature as a percentage of the motor service
factor (calculated by the soft starter's thermal model).
Motor kW (%) Motor kilowatts. 100% is motor FLC (parameter 1A)
multiplied by line voltage (measured voltage if the voltage
measurement card is installed, otherwise reference voltage
(parameter 8N)). Power factor is assumed to be 1.0 for
the reference value, but the motor kilowatt value is
calculated using measured power factor.
Motor kVA (%) Motor kilovolt amperes. 100% is motor FLC (parameter
1A) multiplied by line voltage (measured voltage if the
voltage measurement card is installed, otherwise reference
voltage (parameter 8N)).
Motor pf Motor power factor, measured by the soft starter.
Voltage (% Mains) Line voltage, measured by the soft starter (this information
is only available if the voltage measurement option is
installed).
Description: Selects which information the graph will display.

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Parameter 8J Graph Timebase

Options: 10 seconds (Default)
30 seconds
1 minute
5 minutes
10 minutes
30 minutes
1 hour
Description: Sets the graph time scale. The graph will progressively replace the old data with new data.
Parameter 8K Graph Max Adj
Range: 0% – 600% (Default: 400%)
Description: Adjusts the upper limit of the performance graph.
Parameter 8L Graph Min Adj
Range: 0% – 600% (Default: 0%)
Description: Adjusts the lower limit of the performance graph.

8M – Current Calibrat
Range: 85% - 115% (Default: 100%)
Description: Motor Current Calibration calibrates the soft starter's current monitoring circuits to match
an external current metering device.
Use the following formula to determine the necessary adjustment:
Current shown on soft starter display
Calibration (%) =
Current measured by external device

66 A
eg 102% =
65 A

8N – Mains Ref Volt

Range: 100 – 690 V (Default: 400V)
Description: Sets the nominal mains voltage for the keypad's monitoring functions, if the voltage
measurement card is not installed. Parameter 8N is used to calculate motor kilowatts and
kilovolt amperes (kVA) but does not affect the EMX3's motor control or protection.

9 Motor Data-2
The EMX3 can support two different starting and stopping motor data sets.
• To use the EMX3 with two separate motors (such as a duty-standby configuration), use parameter 9A to
select dual thermal modelling and configure parameters 9B~9E to suit the second motor.
• To use the EMX3 with two different motor data sets for the same motor (for dual speed motors or
applications where starting conditions may vary), use parameter 9A to select a single thermal model, and
configure the starting and stopping profiles as required in parameters 10A~10G. The soft starter will ignore
parameters 9B~9E and will use settings from the primary motor.
To select the secondary motor data set, a programmable input must be configured to parameter set selection
(parameters 6A and 6F) and the input must be active when the soft starter receives a start signal.

NOTE
You can only choose which motor data set to use while the soft starter is stopped.

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9A ~ 9E – Secondary Motor Settings

Refer to Motor Data-1 (parameters 1A~1D) for details.
Parameter 9A Dual Thrml Model
Options: Single (Default)
Dual
Description: Activates dual thermal modelling. The dual thermal model is required only if the EMX3 is
controlling two physically separate motors.
Parameter 9B Motor FLC-2
Range: Model dependent
Description: Sets the secondary motor's full load current.
Parameter 9C Locked Rotor Time-2
Range: 0:01 - 2:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 10 seconds)
Description: Sets the secondary motor's locked rotor time.
Parameter 9D Locked Rotor Crnt-2
Range: 400% - 1200% FLC (Default: 600%)
Description: Sets the secondary motor's locked rotor current.
Parameter 9E Motor Srvc Factor-2
Range: 100% - 130% FLC (Default: 105%)
Description: Sets the secondary motor's service factor.

10 Start/Stop Modes-2

10A ~ 10M – Start/Stop-2

Refer to Start/Stop Modes-1 (parameters 2A~2N) for details.
Parameter 10A Start Mode-2
Options: Constant Current
Adaptive Control (Default)
Description: Selects the start mode for the secondary motor.
Parameter 10B Start Ramp Time-2
Range: 1 - 180 (seconds) (Default: 10 seconds)
Description: Sets the total start time for an XLR-8 adaptive acceleration control start or the ramp time
for current ramp starting (from the initial current to the current limit).
Parameter 10C Initial Crnt-2
Range: 100% - 600% (Default: 350%)
Description: Sets the initial start current level for current ramp or constant current starting.
Parameter 10D Current Limit-2
Range: 100% - 600% FLC (Default: 350%)
Description: Sets the current limit for constant current starting.
Parameter 10E Adptv Start Prof-2
Options: Early Acceleration
Constant Acceleration (Default)
Late Acceleration
Description: Selects the start profile for an XLR-8 adaptive acceleration control soft start.
Parameter 10F Kickstart Time-2
Range: 0 - 2000 (milliseconds) (Default: 0000 milliseconds)
Description: Sets the kickstart duration.

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Parameter 10G Kickstart Lvl-2

Range: 100% - 700% FLC (Default: 500%)
Description: Sets the level of the kickstart current.
Parameter 10H Stop Mode-2
Options: Coast to Stop (Default)
TVR Soft Stop
Adaptive Control
Brake
Description: Selects the stop mode for the secondary motor.
Parameter 10I Stop Time-2
Range: 0:00 - 4:00 (minutes:seconds) (Default: 0 seconds)
Description: Sets the stop time.
Parameter 10J Adptv Stop Prof-2
Options: Early Deceleration
Constant Deceleration (Default)
Late Deceleration
Description: Selects the stop profile for an XLR-8 adaptive acceleration control stop.
Parameter 10K Adptv Ctrl Gain-2
Range: 1% - 200% (Default: 75%)
Description: Adjusts the performance of an XLR-8 adaptive acceleration control.
Parameter 10L Brake Torque-2
Range: 20% - 100% (Default: 20%)
Description: Sets the amount of brake torque the EMX3 will use to slow the motor.
Parameter 10M Brake Time-2
Range: 1 - 30 (seconds) (Default: 1 second)
Description: Sets the duration for DC injection during a braking stop.

11 RTD Temperatures
The EMX3 has one PT100 RTD input and can be fitted with another six RTD inputs by using the RTD and ground
fault protection card. The inputs can trip the soft starter when the temperature exceeds a specified point, and different
trip temperatures can be set for each input.
The RTD inputs B ~ G are only available if the RTD and ground fault protection card have been installed.

Range: 50 - 250 ° C (Default: 50 ° C)

Description: Sets the trip points for the RTD inputs.
• 11A RTD A Trip Temp
• 11B RTD B Trip Temp
• 11C RTD C Trip Temp
• 11D RTD D Trip Temp
• 11E RTD E Trip Temp
• 11F RTD F Trip Temp
• 11G RTD G Trip Temp

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12 Slip-Ring Motors
These parameters allow the soft starter to be configured for use with a slip-ring motor.

12A, 12B – Mtr Data-1 and Mtr Data-2 Ramp

Options: Single Ramp (Default)
Dual Ramp
Description: Selects whether to use a single or dual current ramp profile for soft starting. Set to single
ramp for non-slip ring induction motors, or dual ramp for slip-ring induction motors.
Parameter 12A selects the ramp configuration for the primary motor and parameter 12B
selects the ramp configuration for the secondary motor.

12C – Changeover Time

Range: 100 - 500 (milliseconds) (Default: 150 milliseconds)
Description: Sets the delay between the rotor resistance relay closing and the low resistance current
ramp starting. Set so that the contactor has enough time to close, but the motor does not
slow down.
Parameter 12C only applies if parameter 12A or 12B Motor Ramp Configuration is set to
dual ramp, and an output relay is set to changeover contactor.

12D – Slip-Ring Retard

Range: 10% - 90% (Default: 50%)
Description: Sets the level of conduction while the rotor resistor closes, as a percentage of full
conduction.
Set so that no current pulse occurs, but the motor retains enough speed to start correctly.

15 Advanced

15A – Access Code

Range: 0000 - 9999 (Default: 0000)
Description: Sets the access code to enter the simulation tools and counter resets or the restricted
section of the Programming Menu (parameter group 15 and higher).
Use the ◄ and ► buttons to select which digit to alter and use the ▲ and ▼ buttons to
change the value.

15B – Adjustment Lock

Options: Read & Write Allows users to alter parameter values in the
(Default) Programming Menu.
Read Only Prevents users altering parameter values in the
Programming Menu. Parameter values can still be viewed.
Description: Selects whether the keypad will allow parameters to be changed via the Programming
Menu.

NOTE
Changes to the Adjustment Lock setting take effect only after the Programming Menu has been
closed.

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15C – Emergency Run

Options: Disable (Default)
Enable
Description: Selects whether the soft starter will permit emergency run operation. In emergency run,
the soft starter will start (if not already running) and continue to operate until emergency
run ends, ignoring stop commands and trips.
Emergency run is controlled using a programmable input (parameters 6A and 6F).

15D – Shorted SCR Actn

Options: 3-Phase Control only (Default)
PowerThrough
Description: Selects whether the soft starter will allow PowerThrough operation. For critical applications
this allows the soft starter to control the motor with two-phase control, if the soft starter is
damaged on one phase. A shorted SCR trip must occur and be reset for PowerThrough to
operate.

CAUTION
PowerThrough uses a two-phase soft start technology and additional care is required when sizing
circuit breakers and protection. Contact your local supplier for assistance.

PowerThrough remains active until 3-phase control only is reselected.

PowerThrough operation does not support XLR-8 adaptive acceleration control soft starting or
soft stopping. In PowerThrough, the EMX3 will automatically select constant current soft starting
and timed voltage ramp soft stopping. If PowerThrough is enabled, parameters 2C and 2D must
be set appropriately.

NOTE
PowerThrough only operates with in-line connected motors.

16 Protection Action
These parameters define how the soft starter will respond to different protection events. The soft starter can trip,
issue a warning, or ignore different protection events as required. All protection events are written to the event log.
The default action for all protections is to trip the soft starter. Protections 16-N Ground Fault and 16-P ~ 16-V are
only available if the RTD and ground fault protection card have been installed.

CAUTION
Defeating the protection can compromise the soft starter, motor and installation.

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16A~16U – Protection Actions

Options: Trip Starter (Default)
Warning and Log
Log Only
Description: Selects the soft starter's response to each protection.
16A Motor Overload
16B Excess Start Time
16C Undercurrent
16D Inst Overcurrent
16E Current Imbalance
16F Frequency
16G Input A Trip
16H Input B Trip
16I Motor Thermistor
16J Starter/Comms
16K Network Comms
16L Heatsink Overtemp
16M Battery/Clock
16N Ground Fault
16O~16U RTD A~G Overtemp

20 Restricted
These parameters are restricted for AuCom internal use and are not available to the user.

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Section 8 Troubleshooting

8.1 Trip Messages

The behaviour of the protection mechanisms listed in the following table can be adjusted using parameter group 3
Protection Settings and parameter group 16 Protection Action.
Display Possible cause/Suggested solution
Battery/Clock A verification error has occurred on the real time clock, or the backup battery voltage is
low. The clock can be reprogrammed and the soft starter power cycled to reset. If the
battery is low and the power is off, saved parameters will be lost.
Related parameters: 16M
Time - Overcurrent The EMX3 has drawn high current while bypassed. (The 10A protection curve has reached
120%.)
Related parameters: none
Current Imbalance Current imbalance can be caused by problems with the motor, the environment or the
installation, such as:
• an imbalance in the incoming mains voltage
• a problem with the motor windings
• a light load on the motor
• loss of one or more phases on the input or output
Current imbalance can also be caused by problems within the soft starter, or by incorrect
cabling between the external bypass contactor and the soft starter. Check all power
connections and cabling.
Related parameters: 4H, 4I, 16E
EEPROM Fail An error occurred loading data from the EEPROM to RAM when the keypad powered up.
Remove and restore control voltage. If the problem persists, contact your local supplier.
Related parameters: none
FLC Too High The EMX3 can support higher motor FLC values when connected to the motor in inside
delta configuration than in-line connection. If the soft starter is connected in-line but the
selected motor FLC is above the in-line maximum, the soft starter will trip.
Related parameters: 1A, 9B
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).
If the EMX3 is connected to a generator set supply, the generator may be too small or
could have a speed regulation problem.
Related parameters: 4K, 4L, 16F
Ground Fault Test the insulation of the output cables and the motor. Identify and resolve the cause of any
ground fault.
Related parameters: 4O, 4P, 16N
Input A Trip Identify and resolve the condition which caused Input A to activate.
Related parameters: 6A, 6C, 6D, 6E, 16G
Input B Trip Identify and resolve the condition which caused Input B to activate.
Related parameters: 6F, 6H, 6I, 6J, 16H
Inst Overcurrent The motor has experienced a sharp rise in motor current, probably caused by a locked
rotor condition (shearpin) while running. This may indicate a jammed load.
Related parameters: 4E, 4F, 16D
Internal Fault The EMX3 has tripped on an internal fault. Contact your local supplier with the fault code.
Mtr Overload The motor has reached its maximum thermal capacity. Overload can be caused by
excessive throughput or damaged motor bearings.
Resolve the cause of the overload and allow the motor to cool.
Related parameters: 1A, 1C, 1B, 1D, 9A, 9B, 9C, 9D, 9E, 16A
L1 Shorted SCR One or more SCRs has failed the pre-start tests.
L2 Shorted SCR Contact your local supplier. If it is more important to keep the application running than to
L3 Shorted SCR safeguard the soft starter or motor, consider enabling PowerThrough operation (parameter
15D).
Related parameters: 15D

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Motor Connection The motor is not connected correctly to the soft starter.
Check each output phase of the soft starter for power circuit continuity.
Related parameters: none
Motor Thermistor The resistance at the thermistor input has exceeded 3.6 kΩ or fallen below 100 Ω for more
than one second.
The motor winding has overheated. Identify the cause of the overheating and allow the
motor to cool before restarting.
If you are not using a thermistor, you must attach a 1.2 kΩ resistor across terminals B4-B5.
Related parameters: 16-I
Network Comms The network master has sent a trip command to the starter, or there may be a network
communication problem.
Check the network for causes of inactivity.
Related parameters: 16K
Phase Sequence The phase sequence on the soft starter's input terminals (L1, L2, L3) is not valid.
Check the phase sequence on L1, L2, L3 and ensure the setting in parameter 4G is suitable
for the installation.
Related parameters: 4G
Power Loss The EMX3 is not receiving mains supply on one or more phases. Check that the mains
supply is connected to L1, L2, L3 and all fuses are healthy.
Check that the main contactor closes when a start command is given, and remains closed
until the end of a soft stop.
Related parameters: 20B
Starter/Comms There is a problem with the connection between the soft starter and the serial
communications module, or the communications module has failed. Remove and reinstall
the module.
Contact your local supplier if the problem persists.
Related parameters: 16J
Undercurrent The motor has experienced a sharp drop in current, caused by loss of load. Causes can
include broken components (shafts, belts or couplings), or a pump running dry.
Related parameters: 4C, 4D, 16C

8.2 Protection Responses

When a protection condition is detected, the EMX3 will write this to the event log and may also trip or issue a
warning. The soft starter's response to some protections may depend on the Protection Action settings (parameter
group 16).
If the EMX3 trips you will need to reset the soft starter before restarting. If the EMX3 has issued a warning, the soft
starter will reset itself once the cause of the warning has been resolved.
Some protections cause a fatal trip. This response is pre-defined and cannot be overridden. These protection
mechanisms are designed to protect the soft starter, or can be caused by a fault within the soft starter.

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8.3 General Faults

This table describes situations where the soft starter does not operate as expected but does not trip or give a warning.
Symptom Probable Cause
Soft starter does not respond to • If the soft starter does not respond to the START or RESET button
commands. on the keypad:
• The soft starter may be in Remote control mode. When the
soft starter is in Remote control mode, the Remote LED on the
keypad is active. Press the LCL/RMT button once to change to
Local control (refer to parameter 6Q Local/Remote Control for
details).
• If the soft starter does not respond to commands from the control
inputs:
• The soft starter may be in Local control mode. When the soft
starter is in Local control mode, the Remote LED on the keypad
is not active. Press the LCL/RMT button once to change to
Remote control (refer to parameter 6Q Local/Remote Control
for details).
• The control wiring may be incorrect. Check that the remote
start, stop and reset inputs are configured correctly (refer to
Control Wiring for details).
• The signals to the remote inputs may be incorrect. Test the
signalling by activating each input signal in turn. The appropriate
remote control input LED should activate on the keypad.
• The soft starter will only execute a start command from the
remote inputs if the remote reset input is closed. Check that the
remote reset input is also active (the Reset LED on the starter
will be on).
• If the soft starter does not respond to a start command from either
the local or remote controls:
• The soft starter may be waiting for the restart delay to elapse.
The length of the restart delay is controlled by parameter 4M
Restart Delay.
• The motor may be too hot to permit a start. If parameter 4N
Restart Temperature Check is set to Check, the soft starter will
only permit a start when it calculates that the motor has sufficient
thermal capacity to complete the start successfully. Wait for the
motor to cool before attempting another start.
• The emergency stop function may be active. If parameter 6A or
6F is set to Emergency Stop and there is an open circuit on the
corresponding input, the EMX3 will not start. If the emergency
stop situation has been resolved, close the circuit on the input.
The soft starter does not control • Start performance may be unstable when using a low Motor Full Load
the motor correctly during starting. Current setting (parameter 1A). This can affect use on a small test
motor with full load current between 5 A and 50 A.
• Power factor correction (PFC) capacitors must be installed on the
supply side of the soft starter. To control a dedicated PFC capacitor
contactor, connect the contactor to run relay terminals.
Motor does not reach full speed. • If the start current is too low, the motor will not produce enough
torque to accelerate to full speed. The soft starter may trip on excess
start time.
NOTE
Make sure the motor starting parameters are
appropriate for the application and that you are using
the intended motor starting profile. If parameter 6A
or 6F is set to Parameter Set Selection, check that the
corresponding input is in the expected state.

• The load may be jammed. Check the load for severe overloading or
a locked rotor situation.

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Erratic motor operation. • The SCRs in the EMX3 require at least 5 A of current to latch. If you
are testing the soft starter on a motor with full load current less than
5 A, the SCRs may not latch correctly.
Soft stop ends too quickly. • The soft stop settings may not be appropriate for the motor and load.
Review the settings of parameters 2H, 2I, 10H and 10I.
• If the motor is very lightly loaded, soft stop will have limited effect.
Corrupted text shown on keypad • The keypad may not be screwed sown, resulting in an intermittent
display. connection. Screw down the keypad or hold squarely in place.
XLR-8 adaptive acceleration • Check if you have a 6-wire installation. Only operate in 3-wire.
control, DC brake and Jog
functions not working
A reset does not occur after an • The remote 2-wire start signal must be removed and reapplied for a
Auto-Reset, when using a remote re-start.
2-wire control.
Remote start/stop command is • Auto Start/Stop function should only be used in LOCAL mode or in
overriding Auto Start/Stop settings tandem with REMOTE mode, 3 and 4-wire control.
when using remote 2-wire control.
After selecting XLR-8 the motor • The first XLR-8 is current limit so that the starter can learn from the
used an ordinary start and/or the motor characteristics. Subsequent starts use XLR-8.
second start was different to the
first.
Non-resettable THERMISTOR • The Thermistor input is enabled once a link is fitted and short circuit
FAIL trip, when there is a link protection has activated. Place a 1k2 ohm resistor across the
between Thermistor input B4/B5. Thermistor input.
Display is distorted • Check that the keypad has not be screwed down to tight. Loosen
screws off slightly.
Parameter settings cannot be • Make sure you are saving the new value by pressing the STORE
stored. button after adjusting a parameter setting. If you press ◄, the change
will not be saved.
• Check that the adjustment lock (parameter 15B) is turned off. If the
adjustment lock is on, settings can be viewed but not changed. You
need to know the security access code to change the adjustment lock
setting.
• The EEPROM may be faulty on the keypad or the power interface
PCB. A faulty EEPROM will also trip the soft starter, and the keypad
will display the message EEPROM Fail. Contact your local supplier for
advice.

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Section 9 Appendix

9.1 Specifications

Model Codes

• Current Ratings - Bypass Operation

3.0 x FLC 3.5 x FLC 4.0 x FLC 4.5 x FLC
AC53b 3.0-10:350 AC53b 3.5-15:345 AC53b 4.0-20:340 AC53b 4.5-30:330
40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres
Inline Inside delta Inline Inside delta Inline Inside delta Inline Inside delta
EMX3-0023B 23 A 35 A 20 A 30 A 17 A 26 A 15 A 22 A
EMX3-0043B 43 A 65 A 40 A 59 A 34 A 51 A 29 A 44 A
EMX3-0050B 50 A 75 A 44 A 66 A 37 A 55 A 30 A 45 A
EMX3-0053B 53 A 80 A 53 A 80 A 46 A 69 A 37 A 55 A
AC53b 3.0-10:590 AC53b 3.5-15:585 AC53b 4.0-20:580 AC53b 4.5-30:570
40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres
EMX3-0076B 76 A 114 A 64 A 96 A 55 A 83 A 47 A 70 A
EMX3-0097B 97 A 146 A 82 A 123 A 69 A 104 A 58 A 87 A
EMX3-0100B 100 A 150 A 88 A 132 A 74 A 112 A 61 A 92 A
EMX3-0105B 105 A 158 A 105 A 158 A 95 A 143 A 78 A 117 A
EMX3-0145B 145 A 218 A 123 A 184 A 106 A 159 A 90 A 136 A
EMX3-0170B 170 A 255 A 145 A 217 A 121 A 181 A 97 A 146 A
EMX3-0200B 200 A 300 A 189 A 283 A 160 A 241 A 134 A 200 A
EMX3-0220B 220 A 330 A 210 A 315 A 178 A 268 A 148 A 223 A

Contact your local supplier for ratings under operating conditions not covered by the above ratings charts.

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• Current Ratings - Continuous Operation (Not bypassed)

AC53a 3-10:50-6 AC53a 3.5-15:50-6 AC53a 4-20:50-6 AC53a 4.5-30:50-6
40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres 40 ºC <1000 metres
Inline Inside delta Inline Inside delta Inline Inside delta Inline Inside delta
EMX3-0255C 255 A 382 A 222 A 334 A 195 A 293 A 171 A 257 A
EMX3-0360C 360 A 540 A 351 A 527 A 303 A 455 A 259 A 388 A
EMX3-0380C 380 A 570 A 380 A 570 A 348 A 522 A 292 A 437 A
EMX3-0430C 430 A 645 A 413 A 620 A 355 A 533 A 301 A 451 A
EMX3-0620C 620 A 930 A 614 A 920 A 515 A 773 A 419 A 628 A
EMX3-0650C 650 A 975 A 629 A 943 A 532 A 798 A 437 A 656 A
EMX3-0790C 790 A 1185 A 790 A 1185 A 694 A 1041 A 567 A 850 A
EMX3-0930C 930 A 1395 A 930 A 1395 A 800 A 1200 A 644 A 966 A
EMX3-1200C 1200 A 1800 A 1200 A 1800 A 1135 A 1702 A 983 A 1474 A
EMX3-1410C 1410 A 2115 A 1355 A 2033 A 1187 A 1780 A 1023 A 1535 A
EMX3-1600C 1600 A 2400 A 1600 A 2400 A 1433 A 2149 A 1227 A 1840 A

78 A: AC-53a 3.5-15 : 50-10

Starts Per Hour
On-load Duty Cycle (%)
Start Time (seconds)
Start Current (multiple of FLC)
Starter Current Rating (amperes)
Contact your local supplier for ratings under operating conditions not covered by the above ratings charts.

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Dimensions and Weights

A B C D E Weight
Model mm mm mm mm mm kg
(inches) (inches) (inches) (inches) (inches) (lbs)
EMX3-0023B
EMX3-0043B 192.2 3.2
EMX3-0050B (7.57) (7.05)
EMX3-0053B 156.4 124.0 294.6 278.0
EMX3-0076B (6.16) (4.88) (11.60) (10.94) 3.5 (7.22)
EMX3-0097B 222.7
4.8
EMX3-0100B (8.77)
(10.58)
EMX3-0105B
EMX3-0145B
EMX3-0170B 282 250 438 380 250 16
EMX3-0200B (11.10) (9.84) (17.24) (14.96) (9.84) (35.27)
EMX3-0220B
EMX3-0255C 390 (15.35) 320 (12.60) 417 (16.42) 400 (15.75) 281 (11.06) 25 (55.12)
EMX3-0360C
EMX3-0380C
EMX3-0430C
430 320 545 522 299 50.5
EMX3-0620C
(16.93) (12.60) (21.46) (20.55) (11.77) (111.33)
EMX3-0650C
EMX3-0790C
EMX3-0930C
EMX3-1200C
574 500 750 727 361 136
EMX3-1410C (22.60) (19.69) (29.53) (28.62) (14.21) (299.83)
EMX3-1600C

NOTE
For EMX3-0145B ~ EMX3-1600C, dimensions A and C are the unit footprint. Bus bars are not included as
this dimension will vary with bus bar configuration.

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General Technical Data

Supply
Mains voltage (L1, L2, L3)
EMX3-xxxx-V4 ............................................................................................................................................ 200 VAC ~ 440 VAC (± 10%)
EMX3-xxxx-V7 ............................................................................................... 380 VAC ~ 690 VAC (± 10%) (in-line connection)
EMX3-xxxx-V7 ................................................................................... 380 VAC ~ 600 VAC (± 10%) (inside delta connection)
Control voltage (A1, A2, A3)......................................................... 110 ~ 220 VAC or 230 ~ 440 VAC (+ 10% / -15%), 100mA
Mains frequency ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 45 Hz to 66 Hz
Rated insulation voltage to earth ................................................................................................................................................................. 600 VAC
Rated impulse withstand voltage ............................................................................................................................................................................. 4 kV
Form designation ................................................................................ Bypassed or continuous, semiconductor motor starter form 1
Short circuit capability
Coordination with semiconductor fuses.......................................................................................................................................................... Type 2
Coordination with HRC fuses................................................................................................................................................................................ Type 1
EMX3-0023B to EMX3-0105B ...................................................................................................................... prospective current 10 kA
EMX3-0145B to EMX3-0255C ..................................................................................................................... prospective current 18 kA
EMX3-0360C to EMX3-0930C .................................................................................................................... prospective current 85 kA
EMX3-1200C to EMX3-1600C ................................................................................................................. prospective current 100 kA
Inputs
Inputs .............................................................................................................................................................................. Active 24 VDC, 8 mA approx
Start (C23, C24) ....................................................................................................................................................................................... Normally open
Stop (C31, C32) ..................................................................................................................................................................................... Normally closed
Reset (C41, C42) ................................................................................................................................................................................... Normally closed
Programmable Inputs
Input A (C53, C54) ...................................................................................................................................................................... Normally open
Input B (C63, C64) ....................................................................................................................................................................... Normally open
Motor Thermistor (B4, B5) .................................................................................................................................... Trip >3.6 kΩ, reset <1.6kΩ
PT100 RTD (B6, B7, B8) ............................ Accuracy 0 ~ 100 °C ± 0.5 °C, 100 °C ~ 150 °C ± 2 °C, -20 ~ 0 °C ± 2°C
Outputs
Relay Outputs .................................................................................................... 10A @ 250 VAC resistive, 5A @ 250 VAC AC15 pf 0.3
Run Relay (23, 24) ................................................................................................................................................................................... Normally open
Programmable Outputs
Relay A (13, 14) ............................................................................................................................................................................. Normally open
Relay B (31, 32, 34) ............................................................................................................................................................................. Changeover
Relay C (41, 42, 44) ............................................................................................................................................................................ Changeover
Analog Output (B10, B11) ......................................................................................................................... 0-20 mA or 4-20 mA (selectable)
Maximum load ....................................................................................................................................................... 600 Ω (12 VDC @ 20 mA)
Accuracy ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... ± 5%
24 VDC Output (P24, COM) Maximum load
EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0220B ..................................................................................................................................................................... 60 mA
EMX3-0255C ~ EMX3-1600C ................................................................................................................................................................ 200 mA
Accuracy ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ ± 10%
Environmental
Protection
EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0105B .............................................................................................................................................. IP20 & NEMA1
EMX3-0145B ~ EMX3-1600C ...................................................................................................................................................................... IP00
Keypad (when installed with remote mounting kit) ............................................................................................... IP65 & NEMA12
Operating temperature ......................................................................................................... -10 ˚C to 60 ˚C, above 40 ˚C with derating
Storage temperature ..................................................................................................................................................................... - 25 ˚C to + 60 ˚C
Operating Altitude.............................................................................................................................. 0 - 1000 m, above 1000 m with derating
Humidity ......................................................................................................................................................................... 5% to 95% Relative Humidity
Pollution degree ................................................................................................................................................................................ Pollution Degree 3
Electromagnetic capability (compliant with EU Directive 89/336/EEC)
EMC Emissions......................................................................................... IEC 60947-4-2 Class A and Lloyds Marine No 1 Specification
EMC Immunity ............................................................................................................................................................................................... IEC 60947-4-2
This product has been designed for Class A equipment. Use of the product in domestic environments may cause
radio interference, in which case the user may be required to employ additional mitigation methods.

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Heat Dissipation
During start .................................................................................................................................................................................... 4.5 watts per ampere
During run
EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0053B ......................................................................................................................................... ≤ 39 watts approx
EMX3-0076B ~ EMX3-0105B ........................................................................................................................................ ≤ 51 watts approx
EMX3-0145B ~ EMX3-0220B ..................................................................................................................................... ≤ 120 watts approx
During run
EMX3-0255C ~ EMX3-0930C .............................................................................................................. 4.5 watts per ampere approx
EMX3-1200C ~ EMX3-1600C .............................................................................................................. 4.5 watts per ampere approx
Certification
C9 ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ IEC 60947-4-2
UL/ C-UL .................................................................................................................................................................................................... UL 508, UL 347
EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0105B ................................................................................................................................Indoor, Enclosed. Type 1
EMX3-0145B ~ EMX3-1600C ..........................................................................................................................................Indoor, Open Type.
CE .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. IEC 60947-4-2
CCC ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................ GB 14048-6
Marine (EMX3-0023B ~ EMX3-0220B only) ................................................................................... Lloyds Marine No 1 Specification
RoHS .................................................................................................................................................... Compliant with EU Directive 2002/95/EC

9.2 Accessories

Communication Modules
EMX3 soft starters support network communication using the Profibus, DeviceNet and Modbus RTU protocols, via an
easy-to-install communications module.

Hardware Expansion Cards

The EMX3 offers hardware expansion cards for users requiring additional inputs and outputs or advanced functionality.
Each EMX3 can support a maximum of one expansion card.

• Input/Output

Part Number: 995-04803-00

The input/output expansion card provides the following additional inputs and outputs:
• 2 x inputs
• 3 x output relays
• 1 x analog input
• 1 x analog output
• RTD/Ground Fault

Part Number: 995-04804-00

The RTD and ground fault protection card provides the following additional inputs:
• 6 x PT100 RTD inputs
• 1 x ground fault input
To use ground fault protection a 1000:1, 5 VA current transformer is also required.

• Keypad Mounting Kit

Part Number: 995-04939-00

The keypad mounting kit allows remote mounting of the keypad up to 1.8m away from the soft starter.

PC Software
WinMaster PC software provides monitoring, programming and control of up to 99 EMX3 soft starters.
A Modbus communication module is required for each EMX3 to use WinMaster.

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9.3 Parameter Values

If you require assistance from your supplier or a service technician, please note all parameter settings in the table
below.

1 Motor Data-1 User Set 1 User Set 2

1A Motor Full Load Current
1B Locked Rotor Time
1C Locked Rotor Current
1D Motor Service Factor
2 Start/Stop Modes-1
2A Start Mode
2B Start Ramp Time
2C Initial Current
2D Current Limit
2E Adaptive Start Profile
2F Kickstart Time
2G Kickstart Level
2H Stop Mode
2I Stop Time
2J Adaptive Stop Profile
2K Adaptive Control Gain
2L Brake Torque
2M Brake Time
3 Auto-Start/Stop
3A Auto-Start Type
3B Auto-Start Time
3C Auto-Stop Type
3D Auto-Stop Time
4 Protection Settings
4A Excess Start Time
4B Excess Start Time-2
4C Undercurrent Level
4D Undercurrent Trip Delay
4E Instantaneous Overcurrent Level
4F Instantaneous Overcurrent Trip Delay
4G Phase Sequence
4H Current Imbalance Level
4I Current Imbalance Trip Delay
4J Frequency Check
4K Frequency Variation
4L Frequency Trip Delay
4M Restart Delay
4N Motor Temperature Check
4O Ground Fault Level
4P Ground Fault Trip Delay
5 Auto-Reset Trips
5A Auto-Reset Action
5B Maximum Reset Attempts
5C Auto-Reset Delay Group A and B Trips
5D Auto-Reset Delay Group C Trips

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6 Inputs
6A Input A Function
6B Input A Name
6C Input A Trip
6D Input A Trip Delay
6E Input A Initial Delay
6F Input B Function
6G Input B Name
6H Input B Trip
6I Input B Trip Delay
6J Input B Initial Delay
6E Input C Function
6L Input D Function
6M Remote Reset Logic
6N Analog Input Trip
6O Analog Input Scale
6P Analog Trip Point
6Q Local/Remote Button
6R Comms Control in Remote Mode
7 Outputs
7A Relay A Function
7B Relay A On Delay
7C Relay A Off Delay
7D Relay B Function
7E Relay B On Delay
7F Relay B Off Delay
7G Relay C Function
7H Relay C On Delay
7I Relay C Off Delay
7J Relay D Function
7K Relay E Function
7L Relay F Function
7M Low Current Flag
7N High Current Flag
7O Motor Temperature Flag
7P Analog Output A Function
7Q Analog Output A Scale
7R Analog A Maximum Adjustment
7S Analog A Minimum Adjustment
7T Analog Output B Function
7U Analog Output B Scale
7V Analog B Maximum Adjustment
7W Analog B Minimum Adjustment

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8 Display
8A Language
8B F1 Button Action
8C F2 Button Action
8D Display Current or Kilowatts
8E User-Programmable Screen – Top Left
8F User-Programmable Screen – Top Right
8G User-Programmable Screen – Bottom Left
8H User-Programmable Screen – Bottom Right
8I Graph Data
8J Graph Timebase
8K Graph Maximum Adjustment
8L Graph Minimum Adjustment
8M Current Calibration
8N Mains Reference Voltage
9 Motor Data-2
9A Dual Thermal Model
9B Motor Full Load Current-2
9C Locked Rotor Time-2
9D Locked Rotor Current-2
9E Motor Service Factor-2
10 Start/Stop Modes-2
10A Start Mode-2
10B Start Ramp Time-2
10C Initial Current-2
10D Current Limit-2
10E Adaptive Start Profile-2
10F Kickstart Time-2
10G Kickstart Level-2
10H Stop Mode-2
10I Stop Time-2
10J Adaptive Stop Profile-2
10K Adaptive Control Gain-2
10L Brake Torque-2
10M Brake Time-2
11 RTD Temperatures
11A RTD A Trip Temperature
11B RTD B Trip Temperature
11C RTD C Trip Temperature
11D RTD D Trip Temperature
11E RTD E Trip Temperature
11F RTD F Trip Temperature
11G RTD G Trip Temperature
12 Slip-Ring Motors
12A Motor Data-1 Ramp
12B Motor Data-2 Ramp
12C Changeover Contactor Time
12D Slip-Ring Conduction Retard

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15 Advanced
15A Access Code
15B Adjustment Lock
15C Emergency Run
15D Shorted SCR Action
21 Protection Actions
16A Motor Overload
16B Excess Start Time
16C Undercurrent
16D Instantaneous Overcurrent
16E Current Imbalance
16F Frequency
16G Input A Trip
16H Input B Trip
16I Motor Thermistor
16J Starter Communication Timeout
16K Network Communication Trip
16L Heatsink Overtemperature
16M Battery/Clock Failure
16N Ground Fault
16O RTD A Overtemperature
16P RTD B Overtemperature
16Q RTD C Overtemperature
16R RTD D Overtemperature
16S RTD E Overtemperature
16T RTD F Overtemperature
16U RTD G Overtemperature
20 Restricted N/A N/A

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