Operating guide

VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600

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Contents

1 Introduction 8
1.1 Product Description 8
1.2 Document Version 8
1.3 Additional Resources 8
1.4 Approvals and Certifications 8

2 Safety 9
2.1 Safety Symbols 9
2.2 Qualified Personnel 9
2.3 Safety Precautions 9

3 System Design 12
3.1 Feature List 12
3.2 Type Code 13
3.3 Selection of Soft Starter Size 14
3.4 Current Ratings (IEC Ratings) 14
3.5 Dimensions and Weight 15
3.6 Physical Installation/Cooling Clearances 16
3.7 Accessories 17
3.7.1 Expansion Cards 17
3.7.2 Remote LCP 17
3.7.3 Finger Guard Kit 18
3.7.4 Soft Starter Management Software 18
3.8 Main Contactor 18
3.9 Circuit Breaker 18
3.10 Power Factor Correction 18
3.11 Short-circuit Protection Devices 19
3.11.1 Type 1 Coordination 19
3.11.2 Type 2 Coordination 19
3.12 IEC Coordination with Short-circuit Protection Devices 20
3.13 UL Coordination with Short-circuit Protection Devices 20
3.13.1 Standard Fault Short-circuit Current Ratings 20
3.13.2 High Fault Short-circuit Current Ratings 21
3.14 Fuse Selection for Type 2 Coordination 22

4 Specifications 23
4.1 Supply 23
4.2 Short-circuit Capability 23
4.3 Electromagnetic Capability (Compliant with EU Directive 2014/35/EU) 23
4.4 Inputs 23

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4.5 Outputs 23
4.6 Environmental 24
4.7 Heat Dissipation 24
4.8 Motor Overload Protection 24
4.9 Certification 24
4.10 Operational Life (Internal Bypass Contacts) 24

5 Installation 25
5.1 Safety Instructions 25
5.2 Command Source 25
5.3 Setting up the Soft Starter 26
5.4 Inputs 26
5.4.1 Input Terminals 27
5.4.2 Motor Thermistor 27
5.4.3 Start/Stop 28
5.4.4 Reset/Starter Disable 28
5.4.5 Programmable Inputs 29
5.4.6 USB Port 29
5.5 Outputs 29
5.5.1 Output Terminals 29
5.5.2 Analog Output 30
5.5.3 Main Contactor Output 30
5.5.4 Programmable Outputs 30
5.6 Control Voltage 31
5.6.1 Control Voltage Terminals 31
5.6.2 UL Compliant Installation 31
5.7 Power Terminations 32
5.7.1 UL Compliant Installation 33
5.7.2 Motor Connection 33
5.8 Typical Installation 35
5.9 Quick Set-up 36

6 Set-up Tools 38
6.1 Introduction 38
6.2 Setting Date and Time 38
6.3 Command Source 38
6.4 Commissioning 38
6.5 Run Simulation 38
6.6 Load/Save Settings 39
6.7 USB Save & Load 40
6.7.1 Save and Load Procedure 41
6.7.2 File Locations and Formats 41

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6.8 Auto-start/Stop 42
6.9 Network Address 42
6.9.1 Setting a Network Address 43
6.10 Digital I/O State 43
6.11 Analog I/O State 44
6.12 Serial Number & Rating 44
6.13 Software Versions 45
6.14 Thermistor Reset 45
6.15 Reset Thermal Model 45

7 Logs 46
7.1 Introduction 46
7.2 Event Log 46
7.3 Counters 46
7.3.1 Viewing the Counters 46

8 LCP and Feedback 47

8.1 The LCP 47
8.2 Remote LCP 48
8.3 Adjusting the Display Contrast 49
8.4 Soft Starter Status LEDs 49
8.5 Displays 50
8.5.1 Soft Starter Information 50
8.5.2 Configurable Feedback Screens 50
8.5.3 Operating Feedback Screens 51
8.5.4 Performance Graph 51

9 Operation 52
9.1 Start, Stop, and Reset Commands 52
9.2 Command Override 52
9.3 Auto-start/Stop 52
9.3.1 Clock Mode 52
9.3.2 Timer Mode 52
9.4 PowerThrough 53
9.5 Emergency Mode 53
9.6 Auxiliary Trip 54
9.7 Typical Control Methods 54
9.8 Soft Start Methods 55
9.8.1 Constant Current 55
9.8.2 Constant Current with Current Ramp 56
9.8.3 Adaptive Control for Starting 57
9.8.4 Constant Current with Kickstart 58
9.9 Stop Methods 59

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9.9.1 Coast to Stop 59

9.9.2 Timed Voltage Ramp 59
9.9.3 Adaptive Control for Stopping 59
9.9.4 DC Brake 60
9.9.5 DC Brake with External Zero-speed Sensor 62
9.9.6 Soft Brake 62
9.10 Pump Clean 63
9.11 Reverse Direction Operation 64
9.12 Jog Operation 65
9.13 Inside Delta Operation 66
9.14 Secondary Motor Set 67

10 Programmable Parameters 68
10.1 Main Menu 68
10.2 Changing Parameter Values 68
10.3 Adjustment Lock 68
10.4 Parameter List 68
10.5 Parameter Group 1-** Motor Details 75
10.6 Parameter Group 2-** Motor Start/Stop 77
10.7 Parameter Group 3-** Motor Start/Stop-2 79
10.8 Parameter Group 4-** Auto-Start/Stop 83
10.9 Parameter Group 5-** Protection Levels 86
10.10 Parameter Group 6-** Protection Action 89
10.11 Parameter Group 7-** Inputs 95
10.12 Parameter Group 8-** Relay Outputs 98
10.13 Parameter Group 9-** Analog Output 100
10.14 Parameter Group 10-** Display 101
10.15 Parameter Group 11-** Pump Clean 104
10.16 Parameter Group 12-** Communication Card 105
10.17 Parameter Group 20-** Advanced 108
10.18 Parameter Group 30-** Pump Input Configuration 110
10.19 Parameter Group 31-** Flow Protection 112
10.20 Parameter Group 32-** Pressure Protection 112
10.21 Parameter Group 33-** Pressure Control 113
10.22 Parameter Group 34-** Depth Protection 114
10.23 Parameter Group 35-** Thermal Protection 115
10.24 Parameter Group 36-** Pump Trip Action 115

11 Application Examples 119

11.1 Smart Card - Pump Control and Protection 119
11.2 Smart Card - Level-controlled Pump Activation 120

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12 Troubleshooting 122
12.1 Protection Responses 122
12.2 Trip Messages 122
12.3 General Faults 128

13 Appendix 131
13.1 Symbols and Abbreviations 131
13.2 Conventions 131

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1 Introduction

1.1 Product Description

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is an advanced digital soft start solution for 11–850 kW (15–1150 hp) motors. The soft starters provide a
complete range of motor and system protection features and are designed for reliable performance in the most demanding
installation situations.

1.2 Document Version

This manual is regularly reviewed and updated. All suggestions for improvement are welcome.

Table 1: Document Version

Edition Remarks
AQ2614844215 Initial release

1.3 Additional Resources

Other resources are available to understand advanced soft starter functions and programming.

• Operating guides for operation with optional equipment.

• Installation guides for installing various accessories.

Supplementary publications and manuals are available from www.danfoss.com/en/search/?filter=type%3Adocumentation.

1.4 Approvals and Certifications

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2 Safety

2.1 Safety Symbols

The following symbols are used in this manual:

DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.

NOTICE
Indicates a property damage message.

2.2 Qualified Personnel

Correct and reliable transport, storage, installation, operation, and maintenance are required for the trouble-free and safe operation of
the soft starter. Only qualified personnel are allowed to install or operate this equipment.

Qualified personnel are defined as trained staff, who are authorized to install, commission, and maintain equipment, systems, and
circuits in accordance with pertinent laws and regulations. Also, the qualifed personnel must be familiar with the instructions and
safety measures described in this manual.

2.3 Safety Precautions

Safety precautions cannot cover every potential cause of equipment damage, but can highlight common causes of damage. It is the
installer's responsibility to read and understand all instructions in this manual before installing, operating or maintaining the
equipment, to follow good electrical practice including applying appropriate personal protective equipment, and to seek advice
before operating this equipment in a manner other than described in this operating guide.

NOTICE
The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is not user serviceable. The unit should only be serviced by authorized service personnel.
Unauthorized tampering with the unit voids the product warranty.

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WARNING
PROPER GROUNDING
It is the responsibility of the installer of the soft starter to provide proper grounding and branch circuit protection according to
local electrical safety codes. Not providing proper grounding and branch circuit protection may lead to death, personal injury,
or equipment damage.
- Disconnect the soft starter from mains voltage before carrying out repair work.

WARNING
UNINTENDED START
When the soft starter is connected to AC mains, DC supply, or load sharing, the motor can start at any time. Unintended start
during programming, service, or repair work can result in death, serious injury or property damage. The motor can start with an
external switch, a fieldbus command, an input reference signal from the LCP, or after a cleared fault condition.
- Press [Off/Reset] on the LCP before programming parameters.
- Disconnect the soft starter from the mains.
- Completely wire and assemble the soft starter, motor, and any driven equipment before connecting the soft starter to AC
mains, DC supply, or load sharing.
- Fit the power supply to the soft starter with an isolating switch and a circuit-breaking device (for example a power
contactor) controllable through an external safety system (for example an emergency stop or a fault detector).

CAUTION
POWER FACTOR CORRECTION
Connecting power factor correction capacitors to the output side will damage the soft starter.
- Do not connect power factor correction capacitors to the output of the soft starter. If static power factor correction is
employed, it must be connected to the supply side of the soft starter.

CAUTION
SHORT CIRCUIT
The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is not circuit proof.
- After severe overload or short circuit, the operation of the MCD 600 should be fully tested by an authorized service agent.

CAUTION
MECHANICAL DAMAGE FROM UNEXPECTED RESTART
The motor could restart after the causes of a shutdown are rectified, which may be dangerous for certain machines or
installations.
- Ensure that appropriate arrangements are made against restarting after unscheduled stops of the motor.

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WARNING
SAFETY OF PERSONNEL
The soft starter is not a safety device and does not provide electrical isolation or disconnection from the supply.
- If isolation is required, the soft starter must be installed with a main contactor.
- Do not rely on the start and stop functions for safety of personnel. Faults occurring in the mains supply, the motor
connection, or the electronics of the soft starter can cause motor starts or stops.
- If faults occur in the electronics of the soft starter, a stopped motor may start. A temporary fault in the supply mains or loss
of motor connection can also cause a stopped motor to start.
- To provide safety of personnel and equipment, control the isolation device through an external safety system.

NOTICE

- Before changing any parameter settings, save the current parameter to a file using MCD PC Software or the Save User Set
function.

NOTICE

- Use the Auto-start feature with caution. Read all the notes related to auto-start before operation.

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. Responsibility or liability is never accepted for direct, indirect, or consequential
damage resulting from the use or application of this equipment.

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3 System Design

3.1 Feature List

Streamlined set-up process

• Configuration profiles for common applications.
• Built-in metering and inputs/outputs.

Easy-to-understand interface
• Multi-language menus and displays.
• Descriptive option names and feedback messages.
• Real-time performance graphs.

Supports energy efficiency

• IE3 compatible.
• 99% energy efficient when running.
• Internal bypass.
• Soft start technology avoids harmonic distortion.

Extensive range of models

• 20–579 A (nominal).
• 200–525 V AC.
• 380–690 V AC.
• Inside delta installation.

Extensive input and output options

• Remote control inputs (2 x fixed, 2 x programmable).
• Relay outputs (1 x fixed, 2 x programmable).
• Analog output.

Versatile starting and stopping options

• Scheduled start/stop.
• Adaptive control.
• Constant current.
• Current ramp.
• Pump clean.
• Timed voltage ramp soft stop.
• Coast to stop.
• DC brake.
• Soft brake.
• Reverse direction.

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Customizable protection
• Motor overload.
• Excess start time.
• Undercurrent/overcurrent.
• Underpower/overpower.
• Current imbalance.
• Input trip.
• Motor thermistor.

Optional features for advanced applications

• Smart cards.
• Communication options:
- DeviceNet.
- EtherNet/IP.
- Modbus RTU.
- Modbus TCP.
- PROFIBUS.
- PROFINET.

3.2 Type Code

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MCD6- 0 4 1 0 B – T 5 – – –

Control voltage
CV 1 = 24 V AC/V DC
CV2 = 110~120 V AC or
220~240 V AC

Protection
00 = IP00 (open frame)
20 = IP20 (enclosed)

Frame size
S1X = Frame size 1
S2X = Frame size 2

Mains voltage
T5 = 200~525 V AC
T7 = 380~690 V AC

Bypass
B = Internally bypassed

Nominal current rating

Illustration 1: Type Code String

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3.3 Selection of Soft Starter Size

The size of the soft starter must match the motor and the application.

Select a soft starter that has a current rating at least equal to the motor's full load current rating (see motor nameplate) at the start
duty.

The soft starter's current rating determines the maximum motor size it can be used with. The soft starter's rating depends on the
number of starts per hour, the length and current level of the start, and the amount of time the soft starter is off (not passing current)
between starts.

The soft starter's current rating is only valid when used in the conditions specified in the AC53b code - the soft starter may have a
higher or lower current rating in different operating conditions.

3.4 Current Ratings (IEC Ratings)

NOTICE
Contact the local supplier for ratings under operating conditions not covered by these rating charts.
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NOTICE
All ratings are calculated at an altitude of 1000 m (3280 ft) and an ambient temperature of 40 °C (104 °F).

Table 2: In-line Installation, MCD6-0020B and MCD6-0042B

3.0-10:350 3.5-15:345 4.0-10:350 4.0-20:340 5.0-5:355

MCD6-0020B 24 20 19 16 17
MCD6-0042B 52 42 39 35 34

Table 3: In-line Installation, MCD6-0069B and MCD6-0579B

3.0-10:590 3.5-15:585 4.0-10:590 4.0-20:580 5.0-5:595

MCD6-0069B 69 69 69 62 65
MCD6-0086B 105 86 84 69 77
MCD6-0129B 135 129 126 103 115
MCD6-0171B 200 171 165 138 150

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3.0-10:590 3.5-15:585 4.0-10:590 4.0-20:580 5.0-5:595

MCD6-0244B 250 244 230 200 202
MCD6-0323B 397 323 311 263 289
MCD6-0527B 550 527 506 427 464
MCD6-0579B 580 579 555 470 508

Table 4: Inside Delta Installation

3.0-10:350 3.5-15:345 4.0-10:350 4.0-20:340 5.0-5:355

MCD6-0020B 36 30 28 24 25
MCD6-0042B 78 63 58 52 51
3.0-10:590 3.5-15:585 4.0-10:590 4.0-20:580 5.0-5:595
MCD6-0069B 103 103 103 93 97
MCD6-0086B 157 129 126 103 115
MCD6-0129B 202 193 189 154 172
MCD6-0171B 300 256 247 207 225
MCD6-0244B 375 366 345 300 303
MCD6-0323B 595 484 466 394 433
MCD6-0527B 825 790 759 640 696
MCD6-0579B 870 868 832 705 762

3.5 Dimensions and Weight

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Illustration 3: Dimensions

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Table 5: Dimensions and Weight

Width [mm (in)] Height [mm (in)] Depth [mm (in)] Weight [kg (lb)]
A B C D E
MCD6-0020B 152 (6.0) 92 (3.6) 336 (13.2) 307 (12.1) 231 (9.1) 4.8 (10.7)
MCD6-0042B 4.9 (10.9)
MCD6-0069B
MCD6-0086B 5.5 (12.1)
MCD6-0129B
MCD6-0171B 216 (8.5) 180 (7.1) 495 (19.5) 450 (17.7) 243 (9.6) 12.7 (28)
MCD6-0244B
MCD6-0323B 523 (20.6) 15.5 (34.2)
MCD6-0527B 19 (41.9)
MCD6-0579B

3.6 Physical Installation/Cooling Clearances

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2/T1 4/T2 6/T3

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Reset Store Reset Store Reset Store Reset Store Reset Store

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1/L1 3/L2 5/L3 1/L1 3/L2 5/L3 1/L1 3/L2 5/L3 1/L1 3/L2 5/L3 1/L1 3/L2 5/L3
2/T1 4/T2 6/T3 2/T1 4/T2 6/T3 2/T1 4/T2 6/T3 2/T1 4/T2 6/T3 2/T1 4/T2 6/T3

Illustration 4: Clearances

Table 6: Cooling clearances

Clearance between soft starters Clearance to solid surfaces

A [mm (in)] B [mm (in)] C [mm (in)] D [mm (in)]
>100 (3.9) >10 (0.4) >100 (3.9) >10 (0.4)

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3.7 Accessories

3.7.1 Expansion Cards

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 offers expansion cards for users requiring additional inputs and outputs or advanced functionality. Each
MCD 600 can support a maximum of 1 expansion card.

3.7.1.1 Smart Card

The smart card has been designed to support integration with pumping applications and provides the following additional inputs and
outputs:
• 3 x digital inputs.
• 3 x 4–20 mA transducer inputs.
• 1 x RTD input.
• 1 x USB-B port.
• Remote LCP connector.

Ordering number: 175G0133

3.7.1.2 Communication Expansion Cards

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 supports network communication via easy-to-install communication expansion cards. Each
communication card includes a remote LCP connector port.

Table 7: Fieldbus Expansion Cards with Ordering Numbers

Option Card Ordering Number

VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 Modbus RTU 175G0127
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 PROFIBUS 175G0128
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 DeviceNet 175G0129
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 Modbus TCP 175G0130
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 EtherNet/IP 175G0131
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 PROFINET 175G0132
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 Pumpo
VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600

3.7.2 Remote LCP

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 soft starters can be used with a remote LCP mounted up to 3 m (9.8 ft) away from the soft starter. Each
expansion card includes an LCP connection port, or a dedicated LCP connector card is available.

Ordering number for the Remote LCP expansion card: 175G0134.

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3.7.3 Finger Guard Kit

Finger guards may be specified for personal safety. Finger guards fit over the soft starter terminals to prevent accidental contact with
live terminals. Finger guards provide IP20 protection when used with cable of diameter 22 mm or greater.

Finger guards are compatible with models MCD6-0171B ~ MCD6-0579B.

3.7.4 Soft Starter Management Software

The VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT 10 can help manage the soft starter. Contact the local supplier for more information.

Documentation for the VLT® Motion Control Tool MCT 10 can be downloaded from www.danfoss.com/en/search/?filter=type
%3Adocumentation.

3.8 Main Contactor

A main contactor is recommended to protect the soft starter from voltage disturbances on the network while stopped. Select a
contactor with an AC3 rating greater than or equal to the FLC rating of the connected motor.

Use the main contactor output (13, 14) to control the contactor.

For wiring of the main contactor, see illustration 12.

WARNING
SHOCK HAZARD
When the soft starter is wired in inside delta configuration, it results in a portion of the motor windings being connected to line
power at all times (even when the soft starter is switched off). This situation may cause death or serious personal injury.
- Always install a main contactor or shunt trip circuit breaker when connecting the soft starter in inside delta configuration.

3.9 Circuit Breaker

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

3.10 Power Factor Correction

If power factor correction is used, use a dedicated contactor to switch in the capacitors.

To use the VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 to control power factor correction, connect the PFC contactor to a programmable relay set to
Run. When the motor reaches full speed, the relay closes and power factor correction is switched in.

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3 Power factor correction contactor 4 Power factor correction

Illustration 5: Connection Diagram

CAUTION
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
Connecting power factor correction capacitors to the output side will damage the soft starter.
- Always connect power factor correction capacitors to the input side of the soft starter.

3.11 Short-circuit Protection Devices

When designing motor circuit protection schemes, IEC 947-4-1 standard on soft starters and contactors defines 2 types of coordination
with respect to soft starters:
• Type 1 coordination.
• Type 2 coordination.

3.11.1 Type 1 Coordination

Type 1 coordination requires that, if there is a short-circuit on the output side of a soft starter, the fault must be cleared without risk of
injury to personnel and damage to installations. There is no requirement that the soft starter must remain operational after the fault.
For the soft starter to become operational again, repair and replacement of parts are requried.

HRC fuses (such as Ferraz/Mersen AJT fuses) can be used for Type 1 coordination according to IEC 60947-4-2 standard.

3.11.2 Type 2 Coordination

Type 2 coordination requires that, if there is a short-circuit on the output side of a soft starter, the fault must be cleared without risk of
injury to personnel or damage to the soft starter.

Type 2 coordination has the advantage that after the fault is cleared, authorized personnel can replace the blown fuses and check
contactors for any welding. The soft starter will then be operational again.

Semiconductor fuses for Type 2 circuit protection are additional to HRC fuses or MCCBs that form part of the motor branch circuit
protection.

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CAUTION
DC BRAKE
A high brake torque setting can result in peak currents up to motor DOL being drawn while the motor is stopping.
- Ensure that protection fuses installed in the motor branch circuit are selected appropriately.

CAUTION
NO BRANCH CIRCUIT PROTECTION
Integral solid state short-circuit protection does not provide branch circuit protection.
- Provide branch circuit protection in accordance with the National Electrical Code and any additional local codes.

3.12 IEC Coordination with Short-circuit Protection Devices

These fuses were selected based on a start current of 300% FLC for 10 s.

Table 8: IEC Fuses

Nominal rating [A] SCR I2t (A2s) Type 1 coordination 480 V AC, 65 kA Type 2 coordination 690 V AC,
Bussmann NH fuse links 65 kA Bussmann DIN 43 653
MCD6-0020B 20 1150 40NHG000B 170M3010
MCD6-0042B 42 7200 80NHG000B 170M3013
MCD6-0069B 69 15000 100NHG000B 170M3014
MCD6-0086B 86 80000 160NHG00B 170M3015
MCD6-0129B 129 125000 170M3016
MCD6-0171B 171 320000 250NHG2B 170M3020
MCD6-0244B 244 315NHG2B 170M3021
MCD6-0323B 323 202000 400NHG2B 170M6009
MCD6-0527B 527 781000 630NHG3B 170M6012
MCD6-0579B 579

3.13 UL Coordination with Short-circuit Protection Devices

3.13.1 Standard Fault Short-circuit Current Ratings

Suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than the stated level of amperes (symmetrical rms), 600 V AC maximum.

Table 9: Maximum Fuse Rating [A] - Standard Fault Short-Circuit Current

Model Nominal rating [A] 3 cycle short cct rating @600 V AC (1)
MCD6-0020B 20 5 kA

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Model Nominal rating [A] 3 cycle short cct rating @600 V AC (1)
MCD6-0042B 42 10 kA
MCD6-0069B 69
MCD6-0086B 86
MCD6-0129B 129
MCD6-0171B 171 18 kA
MCD6-0244B 244
MCD6-0323B 323
MCD6-0527B 527 30 kA
MCD6-0579B 579

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Suitable for use in a circuit with the prospective current noted, when protected by any listed fuses or listed circuit breakers sized according to the NEC.

3.13.2 High Fault Short-circuit Current Ratings

Table 10: Maximum Fuse Rating [A] - High Fault Short-circuit Current

Model Nominal rating [A] Short-circuit rating @480 V AC maxi- Listed fuse rating [A] (1) Fuse class (1)
mum
MCD6-0020B 20 65 kA 30 Any (J, T, K-1, RK1, RK5)
MCD6-0042B 42 60
MCD6-0069B 69 80
MCD6-0086B 86 125 J, T, K-1, RK1
MCD6-0129B 129 150
MCD6-0171B 171 225 J, T
MCD6-0244B 244 300
MCD6-0323B 323 450 Any (J, T, K-1, RK1, RK5)
MCD6-0527B 527 600
MCD6-0579B 579 600

1
Suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than 65000 rms symmetrical amperes, 480 V AC maximum, when protected by fuses of the stated class and rating.

Table 11: Circuit Breakers - High Fault Short-circuit Current

Model Nominal rating [A] Breaker 1: Eaton (rating, A) (1) Breaker 2: GE (rating, A) (1) Breaker 3: LS (rating, A) (1) (2)
MCD6-0020B 20 HFD3030 (30 A) SELA36AT0060 (60 A) UTS150H-xxU-040 (40 A)
MCD6-0042B 42 HFD3060 (60 A) UTS150H-xxU-060 (60 A)
MCD6-0069B 69 HFD3100 (100 A) SELA36AT0150 (150 A) UTS150H-xxU-100 (100 A)
MCD6-0086B 86 HFD3125 (125 A) UTS150H-xxU-125 (125 A)
MCD6-0129B 129 HFD3150 (150 A) UTS150H-xxU-150 (150 A)

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Model Nominal rating [A] Breaker 1: Eaton (rating, A) (1) Breaker 2: GE (rating, A) (1) Breaker 3: LS (rating, A) (1) (2)
MCD6-0171B 171 HFD3250 (250 A) SELA36AT0250 (250 A) UTS150H-xxU-250 (250 A)
MCD6-0244B 244 HFD3300 (300 A) SELA36AT0400 (400 A) UTS150H-xxU-300 (300 A)
MCD6-0323B 323 HFD3400 (400 A) SELA36AT0600 (600 A) UTS150H-xxU-400 (400 A)
MCD6-0527B 527 HFD3600 (600 A) UTS150H-xxU-800 (800 A)
MCD6-0579B 579 UTS150H-NG0-800

1
Suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than 65000 rms symmetrical amperes, 480 V AC maximum, when protected by circuit breaker models listed in this table.
2
For LS circuit breakers, xx represents FM, FT, or AT.

3.14 Fuse Selection for Type 2 Coordination

Type 2 coordination is achieved by using semicondictor fuses. These fuses must be able to carry motor start current and have a total
clearing I2t less than the I2t of the soft starter SCRs.

When selecting semiconductor fuses for VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600, use the I2t values in table 12.

For further information on selecting semiconductor fuses, contact the local distributor.

Table 12: SCR Values for Semiconductor Fuses

Model SCR I2t [A2s]

MCD6-0020B 1150
MCD6-0042B 7200
MCD6-0069B 15000
MCD6-0086B 80000
MCD6-0129B 125000
MCD6-0171B 320000
MCD6-0244B
MCD6-0323B 202000
MCD6-0527B 781000
MCD6-0579B

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4 Specifications

4.1 Supply

Mains voltage (L1, L2, L3)

MCD6-xxxxB-T5 200–525 V AC (±10%)
MCD6-xxxxB-T7 380–690 V AC (±10%)
Control voltage (A7, A8, A9)
MCD6-xxxxB-xx-CV2 (A8, A9) 110–120 V AC (+10%/-15%), 600 mA
MCD6-xxxxB-xx-CV2 (A7, A9) 220–240 V AC (+10%/-15%), 600 mA
MCD6-xxxxB-xx-CV1 (A8, A9) 24 V AC/V DC (±20%), 2.8 A
Mains frequency 50–60 Hz (±5 Hz)
Rated insulation voltage to ground 600 V AC
Rated impulse withstand voltage 6 kV
Form designation Bypassed or continuous, semiconductor motor starter form 1

4.2 Short-circuit Capability

Coordination with semiconductor fuses Type 2

Coordination with HRC fuses Type 1

4.3 Electromagnetic Capability (Compliant with EU Directive 2014/35/EU)

EMC Immunity IEC 60947-4-2

EMC Emmissions IEC 60947-4-2 Class B

4.4 Inputs

Input rating Active 24 V DC, 8 mA approximately

Motor thermistor (TER-05, TER-06) Trip >3.6 kΩ, reset >1.6 kΩ

4.5 Outputs

Relay outputs 10 A @ 250 V AC resistive, 5 A @ 250 V AC AC15 pf 0.3

Main contactor (13, 14) Normally open
Relay output A (21, 22, 23) Changeover
Relay output B (33, 34) Normally open
Analog output (AO-07, AO-08)
Maximum load 600 Ω (12 V DC @ 20 mA)
Accuracy ±5%

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4.6 Environmental

Operating temperature -10 to +60 °C (14–140 °F), above 40 °C (104 °F) with derating
Storage temperature -25 to +60 °C (-13 to +140 °F)
Operating altitude 0–1000 m (0–3280 ft), above 1000 m (3280 ft) with derating
Humidity 5–95% relative humidity
Pollution degree Pollution degree 3
Vibration IEC 60068-2-6
Protection
MCD6-0020B~MCD6-0129B IP20
MCD6-0171B~MCD6-0579B IP00

4.7 Heat Dissipation

During start 4.5 W per ampere

During run
MCD6-0020B~MCD6-0042B ≤ 35 W approximately
MCD6-0069B~MCD6-0129B ≤ 50 W approximately
MCD6-0171B~MCD6-0244B ≤ 120 W approximately
MCD6-0323B~MCD6-0579B ≤ 140 W approximately

4.8 Motor Overload Protection

The default settings of parameters 1D to 1F provide motor overload Class 10, trip current 105% of FLA (full load amperage) or
protection equivalent

4.9 Certification

CE EN 60947-4-2
UL/C-UL UL 508
Marine Lloyds Marine No 1 specification
ABS
DNV

4.10 Operational Life (Internal Bypass Contacts)

Expected operational lifetime 100000 operations

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5 Installation

5.1 Safety Instructions

See 2.3 Safety Precautions for general safety instructions.

WARNING
INDUCED VOLTAGE
Induced voltage from output motor cables that run together can charge equipment capacitors, even with the equipment
turned off and locked out. Failure to run output motor cables separately or to use shielded cables could result in death or
serious injury.
- Run output motor cables separately.
- Use shielded cables.

WARNING
UNINTENDED START
When the soft starter is connected to AC mains, DC supply, or load sharing, the motor can start at any time. Unintended start
during programming, service, or repair work can result in death, serious injury or property damage. The motor can start with an
external switch, a fieldbus command, an input reference signal from the LCP, or after a cleared fault condition.
- Press [Off/Reset] on the LCP before programming parameters.
- Disconnect the soft starter from the mains.
- Completely wire and assemble the soft starter, motor, and any driven equipment before connecting the soft starter to AC
mains, DC supply, or load sharing.
- Fit the power supply to the soft starter with an isolating switch and a circuit-breaking device (for example a power
contactor) controllable through an external safety system (for example an emergency stop or a fault detector).

5.2 Command Source

Start and stop the soft starter via the digital inputs, remote LCP, communication network, smart card, or scheduled auto-start/stop. Set
up the command source via Set-up Tools or via parameter 1A Command Source.

If the remote LCP is installed, the [CMD/Menu] key provides shortcut access to the Command Source function in Set-up Tools.

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5.3 Setting up the Soft Starter

Procedure
1. Mount the soft starter, see 3.6 Physical Installation/Cooling Clearances.
2. Connect control wiring, see 5.4.1 Input Terminals.
3. Apply control voltage to the soft starter.
4. Configure the application (listed in the Quick Set-up):
A Press [Menu].
B Press [Menu/Store] to open the Quick Set-up menu.
C Scroll through the list to find the application.
D Press [Menu/Store] to begin the configuration process, see 5.9 Quick Set-up.
5. Configure the application (not listed in the Quick Set-up):
A Press [Back] to return to the Menu.
B Press [▿] to scroll to the Main Menu and press [Menu/Store].
C Scroll to Motor Details, press [Menu/Store] twice, and edit parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current.
D Set parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current to match the motor full load current (FLC).
E Press [Menu/Store] to save the setting.
6. Press [Back] repeatedly to close the Main Menu.
7. (Optional) Use the built-in simulation tools to check that the control wiring is connected correctly, see 6.5 Run Simulation.
8. Power off the soft starter.
9. Connect the motor cables to the soft starter output terminals 2/T1, 4/T2, 6/T3.
10. Connect mains supply cables to the soft starter input terminals 1/L1, 3/L2, 5/L3, see 5.7 Power Terminations.
The soft starter is now ready to control the motor.

5.4 Inputs

CAUTION
The control inputs are powered by the soft starter. Do not apply external voltage to the control input terminals.

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

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5.4.1 Input Terminals

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TER-05
TER-06
RESET
COM+
START
COM+
DI-A
DI-B
AO-07
AO-08
READY RUN TRIP LOCAL

Exit Menu
Reset Store

VLT
®

Soft Starter

1/L1 3/L2 5/L3

2/T1 4/T2 6/T3

TER-05, TER-06 Motor thermistor input RESET, COM+ Reset input

START, COM+ Start/stop input DI-A, COM+ Programmable input A (default = Input trip (N/O))

DI-B, COM+ Programmable input B (default = Input trip (N/O)) USB port

Illustration 6: Input Terminals

5.4.2 Motor Thermistor

Motor thermistors can be connected directly to the VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600. The soft starter trips when the resistance of the
thermistor circuit exceeds approximately 3.6 kΩ or drops below 20 Ω.

The thermistors must be wired in series. The thermistor circuit should be run in shielded cable and must be electrically isolated from
ground and all other power and control circuits.

NOTICE
The thermistor input is disabled by default, but activates automatically when a thermistor is detected. If thermistors have
previously been connected to the MCD 600 but are no longer required, use the Thermistor Reset function to disable the
thermistor. Thermistor reset is accessed via Set-up Tools.

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5.4.3 Start/Stop

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 requires 2-wire control.

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RESET

A
COM+
B

START

A Reset B Start/stop

Illustration 7: Start/Stop Control Wiring

CAUTION
ATTEMPTED START
If the start input is closed when control voltage is applied, the soft starter will attempt to start.
- Check that the start/stop input is open before applying control voltage.

NOTICE
The MCD 600 only accpets command from the control inputs if parameter 1A Command Source is set to Digital Input.

5.4.4 Reset/Starter Disable

The reset input (RESET, COM+) is normally closed by default. The soft starter does not start if the reset input is open. The display then
shows Not ready.

If the reset opens while the soft starter is running, the soft starter removes power and allows the motor to coast to stop.

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NOTICE
The reset input can be configured for normally open or normally closed operation. Make the selection in parameter 7I Reset/
Enable Logic.

5.4.5 Programmable Inputs

The programmable inputs (DI-A, COM+ and DI-V, COM+) allow external equipment to control the soft starter. The operation of the
programmable inputs is controlled by parameters 7A to 7H.

5.4.6 USB Port

The USB port can be used to upload a configuration file, or download parameter settings and event log information from the soft
starter. See 6.7 USB Save & Load for details.

5.5 Outputs

5.5.1 Output Terminals

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TER-05
TER-06
RESET
COM+
START
COM+
DI-A
DI-B
AO-07
AO-08
13
14
21
22
23
33
34

READY RUN TRIP LOCAL

Exit Menu
Reset Store

VLT
®

Soft Starter

1/L1 3/L2 5/L3

2/T1 4/T2 6/T3

AO-07, AO-08 Analog output 13, 14 Main contactor output

21, 22, 23 Relay output A (default = Run) 33, 34 Relay output B (default = Run)

Illustration 8: Output Terminals

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5.5.2 Analog Output

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 has an analog output, which can be connected to associated equipment to monitor motor
performance. The operation of the analog output is controlled by parameters 9A to 9D.

5.5.3 Main Contactor Output

The main contactor output (13, 14) closes as soon as the soft starter receives a start command and remains closed while the soft starter
is controlling the motor (until the motor starts a coast to stop, or until the end of a soft stop). The main contactor output also opens if
the soft starter trips.

NOTICE
Some electronic contactor coils are not suitable for direct switching with PCB mount relays. Consult the contactor
manufacturer/supplier to confirm suitability.

5.5.4 Programmable Outputs

The programmable outputs (21, 22, 23 and 33, 34) can report the status of the soft starter or can control associated equipment.

The operation of the programmable outputs is controlled by parameters 8A to 8F.

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5.6 Control Voltage

5.6.1 Control Voltage Terminals

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READY RUN TRIP LOCAL

Exit Menu
Reset Store
A7
A8
A9

VLT
®

Soft Starter

1/L1 3/L2 5/L3

2/T1 4/T2 6/T3

Illustration 9: Control Voltage Terminals

Connect the control supply according to the supply voltage being used.
• MCD6-xxxxB-xx-CV2 (110–120 V AC): A8, A9.
• MCD6-xxxxB-xx-CV2 (220–240 V AC): A7, A9.
• MCD6-xxxxB-xx-CV1 (24 V AC/V DC): A8, A9.

5.6.2 UL Compliant Installation

For MCD6-0171B to MCD6-0579B to be UL compliant, supplementary or branch circuit overcurrent protection must be used on the
control circuit supply (A7, A8, A9) in accordance with the electrical code applicable at the installation location.

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5.7 Power Terminations

WARNING
SHOCK HAZARD
Models MCD6-0171B ~ MCD6-0579B are IP00 and pose a risk of electrical shock if touching the terminals.
- Install a finger guard kit on the soft starter.
- Install the soft starters inside an enclosure.

The power input and output terminals for VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 are at the bottom of the unit.
• Models MCD6-0020B~MCD6-0129B use cage clamps.
• Models MCD6-0171B~MCD6-0579B use busbars.

NOTICE
Some units use aluminum busbars. When connecting power terminations, clean the surface contact area thoroughly (using an
emery or stainless steel brush) and use an appropriate jointing compound to prevent corrosion.

Use only copper stranded or solid conductors, rated for 75 °C (167 °F).

Table 13: Power Terminations, MCD6-0020B~MCD6-0129B

MCD6-0020B~MCD6-0129B
Cable size: 6– Torx T20 x 150
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70 mm2
(AWG 10–2/0)

Torque:
4 (2.9 ft-lb)
14 mm (0.55 in) Flat 7 mm x
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150

Table 14: Power Terminations, MCD6-0171B~MCD6-0244B and MCD6-0323B~MCD6-0579B

MCD6-0020B~MCD6-0129B MCD6-0323B~MCD6-0579B
19 Nm (14 ft-lb) 66 Nm (49 ft-lb)
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13 mm
(M12)
9 mm
(M8)
17 mm
10 mm

0.7 in
0.4 in

20 mm 34 mm
0.8 in 6 mm 6 mm
0.24 in 1.7 in 0.24 in

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NOTICE
If the installation requires large diameter cables, it is possible to complete each termination with 2 smaller cables, 1 on each
side of the busbar.

5.7.1 UL Compliant Installation

For models MCD6-0171B to MCD6-0579B to be UL compliant, use the recommended pressure terminal/connector.

Table 15: Recommended Lugs

Model Recommended lugs part number

MCD6-0171B OPHD 185-10
MCD6-0229B
MCD6-0352B OPHD 150-12
MCD6-0410B
MCD6-0579B OPHD 240-12

5.7.2 Motor Connection

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 can be connected to the motor in-line or inside delta (also called 3-wire and 6-wire connection). When
connecting in inside delta, enter the FLC for parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current. The MCD 600 automatically detects whether the
motor is connected in-line or inside delta and calculates the correct inside delta current level.

NOTICE
If the soft starter is not detecting the motor connection correctly, use parameter 20F Motor Connection.

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5.7.2.1 In-line Installation

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F1 K1
1/L1 2/T1

3/L2 4/T2 M
3

5/L3 6/T3

K1 13

14

K1 Main contactor (strongly recommended) F1 Fuses or circuit breaker (optional)

13, 14 Main contactor output

Illustration 10: Wiring of an In-line Installation

5.7.2.2 Inside Delta Installation

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F1 K1
1/L1 2/T1

U1(1) U2(4)

3/L2 4/T2 V1(2) M V2(5)

3
W1(3) W2(6)

5/L3 6/T3

K1 13

14

K1 Main contactor F1 Fuses or circuit breaker (optional)

13, 14 Main contactor output

Illustration 11: Wiring of an Inside Delta Installation

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5.8 Typical Installation

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is installed with a main contactor (AC3-rated). Control voltage must be supplied from the input side of
the contactor.

The main contactor is controlled by the main contactor output (13, 14).

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1 2
K1 F1
1/L1 2/T1

3/L2 4/T2
M

5/L3 6/T3

A7

A8
3 10
A9 8
(L/+) (N/# )

S1 RESET 13

COM+ 14

S2 START 21 K1
4
COM+ 22
6
DI-A 23

DI-B
33 9
44

TER-05 AO-07 #
+
A
TER-06 5 7 AO-08

1 Three-phase supply 2 Motor

3 Control voltage (soft starter) 4 Digital inputs

5 Motor thermistor input 6 Relay outputs

7 Analog output 8 Control voltage (external equipment)

9 Pilot lamps 10 Communications/smart card expansion port

K1 Main contactor F1 Semiconductor fuses

RESET, COM+ (S1) Reset START, COM+ (S2) Start/stop

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DI-A, COM+ Programmable input A (default = Input trip (N/O)) DI-B, COM+ Programmable input B (default = Input trip (N/O))

TER-05, TER-06 Motor thermistor input 13, 14 Main contactor output

21, 22, 23 Relay output A (default = Run) 33, 34 Relay output B (default = Run)

AO-07, AO-08 Analog output

Illustration 12: Installation Example

5.9 Quick Set-up

The Quick Set-up makes it easy to configure the soft starter for common applications. The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 guides through
the most common installation parameters and suggests a typical setting for the application. Adjust each parameter to suit the exact
requirements.

All other parameters remain at default values. To change other parameter values or review default settings, use the Main Menu ( see
10.4 Parameter List for details).

Always set parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current to match the motor nameplate FLC.

Table 16: Suggested Settings for Common Applications

Application Start mode Start Initial Cur- Adaptive Stop mode Stop Adaptive
ramp current rent start profile time [s] stop profile
time [s] [%] limit
[%]
Pump centrifu- Adaptive con- 10 200 500 Early acceler- Adaptive 15 Late deceler-
gal trol ation control ation
Pump bore Adaptive con- 3 200 500 Early acceler- Adaptive 3 Late deceler-
trol ation control ation
Pump hydraul- Constant cur- 2 200 350 n/a Coast to stop n/a n/a
ic rent
Fan damped Constant cur- 2 200 350 n/a Coast to stop n/a n/a
rent
Fan undamped Constant cur- 2 200 450 n/a Coast to stop n/a n/a
rent
Compressor Constant cur- 2 200 400 n/a Coast to stop n/a n/a
screw rent
Compressor re- Constant cur- 2 200 450 n/a Coast to stop n/a n/a
cip rent
Conveyor Constant cur- 5 200 450 n/a Coast to stop n/a n/a
rent
Bow thruster Constant cur- 5 100 400 n/a Coast to stop n/a n/a
rent
Bandsaw Constant cur- 2 200 450 n/a Coast to stop n/a n/a
rent

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NOTICE
The adaptive start and stop profile settings only apply when using adaptive control. The settings are ignored for all other start
and stop modes.

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6 Set-up Tools

6.1 Introduction

Set-up Tools includes options to load or save parameters to a backup file, set the soft starter's network address, check the status of the
inputs and outputs, reset the thermal models, or test operation using the Run Simulation.

To access Set-up Tools, press [Menu] to open the Main Menu and then select Set-up Tools.

6.2 Setting Date and Time

Procedure
1. Press [Menu] to open the menu.
2. Select Set-up Tools.
3. Scroll to Set Date & Time.
4. Press [Menu/Store] to enter edit mode.
5. Press [Menu/Store] and [Back] to select which part of the date or time to edit.
6. Press [▵] and [▿] to change the values.
7. Press [Menu/Store] after the last digit to save the setting.
When the action has been completed, the screen briefly shows a confirmation message, then returns to the previous menu level.

6.3 Command Source

Start and stop the soft starter via the digital inputs, remote LCP, communication network, smart card, or scheduled auto-start/stop. Set
up the command source via Set-up Tools or via parameter 1A Command Source.

If the remote LCP is installed, the [CMD/Menu] key provides shortcut access to the Command Source function in Set-up Tools.

6.4 Commissioning

Commissioning allows starting and stopping the soft starter via the LCP. Press [▵] [▿] to select a function, then press [Menu/Store] to
send the selected command to the soft starter. The available functions are:
• Quick stop (coast to stop)/reset.
• Start.
• Stop.

6.5 Run Simulation

Context:
The Run Simulation simulates a motor starting, running, and stopping to confirm that the soft starter and associated equipment have
been installed correctly.

NOTICE
Disconnect the soft starter from mains voltage.

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The simulation is only available when the soft starter is in ready state.

Procedure
1. Press [Menu] and select Set-up Tools.
2. Scroll to Run Simulation and press [Menu/Store].

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Run Simulation
Ready

Apply Start Signal

3. Apply a start command from the selected command source.

The soft starter simulates its prestart checks and closes the main contactor relay. The Run LED flashes.

NOTICE
If mains voltage is connected, an error message is shown.

4. Press [Menu/Store].
The soft starter simulates starting. The Run LED flashes.
5. Press Menu/Store.
The soft starter simulates running.
6. Apply a stop command from the selected command source.
The soft starter simulates stopping. The Run LED flashes.
7. Press [Menu/Store].
The Ready LED flashes and the main contactor relay opens.
8. Press [Menu/Store].
The soft starter activates then deactivates each programmable output.

6.6 Load/Save Settings

Context:
The Load/Save Settings allows:
• Resetting the soft starter parameters to default values.
• Load parameter settings from an internal file.
• Save the current parameter settings to an internal file.
The internal file contains default values until a user file is saved.

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Procedure
1. Press [Menu] and select Set-up Tools.
2. Scroll to Load/Save Settings and press [Menu/Store].

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Load/Save Settings
Load Defaults

Load User Set

Save User Set

3. Scroll to the required function and press [Menu/Store].

4. At the confirmation prompt, select Yes to confirm or No to cancel.

5. Press [Menu/Store] to proceed.

When the action has been completed, the screen birefly shows a confirmation message, then returns to the previous menu level.

6.7 USB Save & Load

The USB Save & Load menu allows:

• Saving parameter settings and all event log entries to an external file (CSV format).
• Saving parameter settings to an external file (proprietary format).
• Loading parameter settings from a previously saved external file.
• Loading custom messages to show on the LCP when a programmable input is active.

NOTICE
The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 supports FAT32 file systems. The MCD 600 USB functions are not compatible with NTFS file
systems.

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6.7.1 Save and Load Procedure

Procedure
1. Connect the external drive to the USB port.
2. Press [Menu] and select Set-up Tools.
3. Scroll to USB Save & Load and press [Menu/Store].

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USB Save & Load
Save Params and Logs

Save Master Params

Load Master Params

4. Scroll to the required function and press [Menu/Store].

5. At the confirmation prompt, select Yes to confirm or No to cancel.
6. Press [Menu/Store] to proceed.
When the action has been completed, the screen briefly shows a confirmation message, then returns to the previous menu level.

6.7.2 File Locations and Formats

Save parameters and logs

The soft starter creates a directory at the top level of the USB drive, named with the soft starter serial number. The event log and
parameter settings are saved as individual CSV files, and the soft starter's software and system information are saved to a text file.

Save master parameters

The soft starter creates a file called Master_Parameters.par and stores it on the USB drive.

Load master parameters

The soft starter loads the file Master_Parameters.par from the top level of the USB drive. The files can be created or edited using VLT®
Motion Control Tool MCT 10.

Load custom message

The soft starter loads the files Custom_Message_A.txt and Custom_Message_B.txt from the top level of the USB drive.

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6.8 Auto-start/Stop

Context:
The soft starter can be configured to automatically start and/or stop the motor at a particular time, or run it in cycles of a specified
duration.

The Auto-Start/Stop function in Set-up Tools gives quick access to the auto-start/stop parameters.

Procedure
1. Press [Menu] and select Set-up Tools.
2. Scroll to Auto-Start/Stop and press [Menu/Store].
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Auto-Start/Stop
Start/Stop Mode

Start/Stop Sunday

Start/Stop Monday

3. Scroll to the desired function and press [Menu/Store].

4. Adjust the settings as required:
A Press [Menu/Store] and [Back] to select which information to edit.
B Press [▵] [▿] to change the value.
Press [Menu/Store] to save changes. The soft starter confirms the changes.
Press [Back] to cancel the changes.

6.9 Network Address

To use the VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 on an Ethernet network, separate addresses must be configured for:

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• IP address.
• Gateway address.
• Subnet mask.

6.9.1 Setting a Network Address

Procedure
1. Press [Menu] and select Set-up Tools.
2. Scroll to Network Address and press [Menu/Store].
3. Scroll to the required function and press [Menu/Store].
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Set IP Address

192.168.000.002

4. The 1st digit of the address will be highlighted.

5. Press [Back] and [Menu/Store] to select which digit to alter.
6. Press [▵] [▿] to change the value.
7. Press [Menu/Store] after the last digit to save the setting.
When the action has completed, the screen briefly shows a confirmation message, then returns to the previous menu level.

NOTICE
The network address can also be set by using parameters 12H to 12S.

NOTICE
To configure the soft starter for use with other communication protocols, use parameters 12A to 12G.

6.10 Digital I/O State

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Digital I/O State

Inputs: 0100

Outputs: 100

Illustration 14: Digital I/O Status Screen

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1 2 3 4 5 6 7

13
14
21
22
23
33
34
TER-05
TER-06
RESET
COM+
START
COM+
DI-A
DI-B
AO-07
AO-08

1 RESET, COM+: Reset input 2 START, COM+: Start/stop input

3 DI-A, COM+: Programmable input A 4 DI-B, COM+: Programmable input B

5 13, 14: Main contactor output 6 21, 22, 23: Relay output A

7 33, 34: Relay output B

Illustration 15: Location of Digital I/Os

6.11 Analog I/O State

The topline of the screen shows the state of the motor thermistor input. The bottom line of the screen shows the value of the analog
output.
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Analog I/O State

Thermistor: 0

4-20 mA Output: 04.0 mA

Illustration 16: Analog I/O Status Screen

Thermistor input

S Short

H Hot

C Cold

O Open

6.12 Serial Number & Rating

The top line of the screen shows the product name.

The middle line shows the unit's serial number.

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The bottom line of the screen shows the model number.

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Serial Number & Rating
MCD 600

123456-123

0410-T5-S1-CV2

Illustration 17: Serial Number & Rating Screen

6.13 Software Versions

The software version screen reports the version of each software component of the soft starter:
• User interface
• Motor control
• Remote LCP (if connected)
• Parameter list
• Bootloader
• Expansion card (if fitted)

NOTICE
Updated software, including alternative languages, can be loaded into the soft starter via the USB port if required. Contact the
local supplier for further information.

6.14 Thermistor Reset

The thermistor input is disabled by default, but activates automatically when a thermistor is detected. If themistors have previously
been connected to the soft starter but are no longer required, use the thermistor reset function to disable the thermistor.

6.15 Reset Thermal Model

The thermal modeling software in the soft starter constantly monitors the motor performance. This allows the soft starter to calculate
the motor temperature and ability to start successfully at any time.

The thermal model can be reset if required.

NOTICE
REDUCED MOTOR LIFETIME
Resetting the motor thermal model compromises thermal model protection and may compromise motor life.
- Only reset the thermal model in an emergency.

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7 Logs

7.1 Introduction

The Logs Menu provides information on events, trips, and soft starter performance.

To access the Logs Menu on the local LCP, press [Menu] and select Logs. On the remote LCP, press [Logs].

7.2 Event Log

The Event Log stores details of the most recent trips, warnings, and operations (including starts, stops, and configuration changes).

Event 1 is the most recent and event 384 is the oldest stored event.

NOTICE
The Event Log can be exported to an external file for analysis away from the soft starter.

See 6.7.2 File Locations and Formats.

7.3 Counters

The counters store statistics on the soft starter operation:

• Hours run (lifetime and since counter was last reset).
• Number of starts (lifetime and since counter was last reset).
• Number of times the thermal model has been reset.

7.3.1 Viewing the Counters

Procedure
1. Open the Logs, see 7.1 Introduction.
2. Scroll to Counters and press [Menu/Store].
3. Press [▵] and [▿] to scroll through the counters.
4. Press [Menu/Store] to view details.
5. To reset a counter, press [Menu/Store] then press [▵] and [▿] to select Reset/Do Not Reset.
6. Press [Store] to confirm the action.
7. Press [Menu/Store] to close the counter and return to Logs.

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8 LCP and Feedback

8.1 The LCP

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1

READY RUN TRIP LOCAL

2

3
Back Menu
Reset Store

1 Four-line display for status and programming details. 2 Status LEDs.

3 Menu Back: Exit the Menu/Store: Arrows: Scroll

navigation menu or Enter a menu to the next or
keys: parameter, or or previous menu
cancel a parameter, or parameter,
parameter or save a change the
change. This parameter setting of the
key also resets change. current
a trip. parameter, or
scroll through
the status
screens.

Illustration 18: Local LCP

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1

2 READY RUN TRIP LOCAL

CMD 4
RESET
MENU

MENU
BACK
3 STORE

Alt
LOGS GRAPH TOOLS 6

1 Four-line display for status and programming details. 2 Status LEDs.

3 Menu Back: Exit the Menu/Store: Arrow keys: 4 Shortcut to the command source menu in Set-up Tools.
navigation menu or Enter a menu Scroll to the
keys: parameter, or parameter, next or previous 6 Shortcut keys Logs: Graph: Select Tools:
or cancel a or save a menu or for quick Open the which graph to Open the
parameter parameter parameter, access to Logs view, or pause/ Set-up
change. change. change the common tasks: Menu. restart the graph Tools.
setting of the (hold longer than
current 0.5 s).
parameter, or
scroll through
the status
screens.

5 Local control keys.

Illustration 19: Remote LCP

8.2 Remote LCP

The remote LCP can be used to control the soft starter if parameter 1A Command Source is set to Remote Keypad.
• If the remote LCP is not selected as the command source, [Start], [Stop], and [Reset] have no effect.
• The menu navigation keys and display on the remote LCP are always active.
• If a key is pressed on the soft starter remote LCP, the display on the remote LCP updates to match.

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NOTICE
The remote LCP can be safely connected or removed while the soft starter is running. It is not necessay to remove mains or
control voltage.

NOTICE
If parameter 1A Command Source is set to Remote Keypad, removing the remote LCP causes a trip.

8.3 Adjusting the Display Contrast

Context:

NOTICE
The local and remote LCPs can be adjusted independently.

1. Press and hold [Back].

2. Press [▵] to lighten the display, or press [▿] to darken the display.

8.4 Soft Starter Status LEDs

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Ready Run Trip Local

Illustration 20: Status LEDs

Table 17: LED Descriptions

LED name On Flashing

Ready The motor is stopped and the soft start- The motor is stopped and the soft starter is not ready to start:
er is ready to start. • Waiting for the restart delay (parameter 5P Restart Delay).
• The thermal models indicate that the soft starter and/or motor are too
hot to start safely.
• The reset input (RESET, COM+) is open.
Run The motor is in run state (receiving full The motor is starting or stopping.
voltage).
Trip The soft starter has tripped. The soft starter is in warning state.
Local The soft starter is controlled via a remote –
LCP.

If all LEDs are off, the soft starter is not receiving control voltage.

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8.5 Displays

8.5.1 Soft Starter Information

At power-up, the soft starter information screen shows details of the soft starter rating, software versions, and serial number.

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WELCOME
1
01.01/01.00/01.00

MCD6-0069B-T5-S1-CV2

1 Software versions: User interface, motor control, remote LCP 2 Model code: Current rating, mains voltage, frame size, control
voltage (remote LCP software version is only shown when a
remote LCP is connected)

Illustration 21: Welcome Screen

8.5.2 Configurable Feedback Screens

Select which information to show on the display. To switch between the 2 configurable screens, press [▵] and [▿].
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1
69.0 A

2 Running
3 69.0 A 415 V

1 Motor running current 2 Soft starter status

3 Parameter 10H User Parameter 1 and parameter 10I User

Parameter 2

Illustration 22: Soft Starter Status Screen

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1 Mains Frequency 59.7 Hz

2 Motor pf 1.01

3 Motor power 37.0 kW

4 Motor Temp 85%

1 Parameter 10J User Parameter 3 (default: Mains frequency) 2 Parameter 10K User Parameter 4 (default: Power factor)

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3 Parameter 10L User Parameter 5 (default: Motor running 4 Parameter 10M User Parameter 6 (default: Motor temperature)
power)

Illustration 23: User-configurable Screen

8.5.3 Operating Feedback Screens

The operating feedback screens show the motor running current on the top half of the screen. To select which information is shown on
the lower half, press [▵] and [▿].

• Real-time line current on each phase.

• Last start information.
• Date and time.
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1
69.0 A

2 Last start 010s

3 350% FLC D Temp 5%

1 Motor running current 2 Start duration (seconds)

3 Maximum start current drawn (as a percentage of motor full

load current)/calculatedrise in motor temperature

Illustration 24: Operating Feedback Screens

8.5.4 Performance Graph

The performance graph provides a real-time display of operating performance. Use parameters 10B to 10E to format the graph.

The display on the main LCP shows information for motor current.
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000.0 A 0-400%

If a remote LCP is connected, press [Graph] to change the graph data. The graph can show:
• Motor current.
• Motor temperature.
• Motor pf.
• Analog input data from the smart card (if installed).

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9 Operation

9.1 Start, Stop, and Reset Commands

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 can be started and stopped via the digital inputs, remote LCP, communication network, smart card, or
scheduled auto-start/stop. The command source can be set via the Set-up Tools, or using parameter 1A Command Source.
• The MCD 600 only accepts start and reset commands from the designated command source.
• The MCD 600 accepts stop commands from the designated command source, but can be forced to stop by opening the reset input,
or by opening the start/stop input during an auto-start/stop cycle.
• The programmable input can be used to override the selected command source (see parameter 7A Input A Function).

9.2 Command Override

The programmable input (DI-A, COM+) can be used to override the command source for situations where the normal control
mechanism has been lost. Set parameter 7A Input A Function to the alternative control source (for example Command Override: Keypad).

While the input is active, the soft starter only accepts commands from the selected override source. To restore control to the command
source selected in parameter 1A Command Source, reopen the input.

9.3 Auto-start/Stop

The soft starter can be configured to automatically start and/or stop the motor at a particular time, or run it in cycles of a specified
duration.

NOTICE
Start delay, restart delay, and auto-reset delay all apply to auto-start operation.

9.3.1 Clock Mode

The soft starter can start and/or stop the motor once per day.

For clock mode to operate:

• Parameter 4A Auto-Start/Stop Mode must be set to Enable.
• Parameter 1A Command Source must be set to Clock.
• The reset input must be closed.
• The start input (START, COM+) must be active. This allows the soft starter to be stopped via the digital inputs in an emergency.

Clock mode operation is controlled by parameters 4D to 4X.

9.3.2 Timer Mode

The soft starter can automatically stop the motor after a specified run time, then restart it after a specified off (stopped) time. The soft
starter repeats the cycle while the start signal remains active.

For timer mode to operate:

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• Parameter 4A Auto-Start/Stop Mode must be set to Enable.

• Parameter 1A Command Source must be set to Timer.
• The reset input must be closed.
• The first start must be commanded by a start signal.

Timer mode operation is controlled by parameters 4B to 4C.

9.4 PowerThrough

PowerThrough allows the soft starter to control the motor even if the soft starter is damaged on 1 phase. The VLT® Soft Starter MCD
600 uses 2 phase control techniques to soft start and soft stop the motor.

NOTICE
The soft starter trips on Lx-Tx Shorted on the first start attempts after control power is applied. PowerThrough does not operate
if control power is cycled between starts.

• PowerThrough is only available with in-line installations. If the soft starter is installed inside delta, PowerThrough will not operate.
• PowerThrough remains active until 3-Phase Control Only is reselected. While operating in PowerThrough, the trip LED flashes and
the display indicates 2 Phase - Damaged SCR.
• PowerThrough operation does not support adaptive control soft starting or soft stopping. In PowerThrough, the soft starter
automatically selects constant current soft starting and timed voltage ramp soft stopping. If PowerThrough is enabled, Parameters
2C and 2D must be set appropriately.

NOTICE
PowerThrough uses a 2-phase soft start technology and additional care is required when sizing circuit breakers and protection.
Contact the local supplier for assistance.

9.5 Emergency Mode

Emergency mode allows the soft starter to run the motor and ignore trip conditions.

Emergency mode is controlled via a programmable input (input A DI-A, COM+ or input B DI-B, COM+) and parameter 7A Input A
Function/parameter 7E Input B Function must be set to Emergency Mode. A closed circuit across DI-A, COM+ activates emergency mode.
When the soft starter receives a start command, it continues to run until a stop command is received, ignoring all trips and warnings.

Emergency mode can be used in conjunction with any command source.

NOTICE
Although emergency mode operation satisfies the functionality requirements of fire mode, Danfoss does not recommend its
use in situations that require testing and/or compliance with specific standards as it is not certified.

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NOTICE
REDUCED EQUIPMENT LIFETIME
Continued use of emergency mode is not recommended. Emergency mode may compromise the soft starter and/or motor life
as all protections and trips are disabled. Using the soft starter in emergency mode voids the product warranty.
- Do not run the soft starter in emergency mode continuously.

9.6 Auxiliary Trip

An external trip circuit (such as a low pressure alarm switch for a pumping system) can be used to trip the soft starter and stop the
motor. The external circuit is connected to a programmable input (input A DI-A, COM+ or input B DI-B, COM+). To control the behavior
of the trip, set the following parameters:
• Parameter 7A Input A Function: Select Input Trip (N/O).
• Parameter 7B Input A Trip: Set as required. For example, Run Only limits the input trip to when the soft starter is running only.
• Parameter 7C Input A Trip Delay: Sets a delay between the input activating and the soft starter tripping.
• Parameter 7D Input A Initial Delay: Sets a delay before the soft starter monitors the state of the input after the start signal. For
example, a delay may be requried to allow time for pipeline pressure to build up.
• Parameter 7J Input A Name: Select a name, for example Input A Trip (optional).

9.7 Typical Control Methods

The requirements for an application differ between each installation, but the methods listed below are often a good starting point for
common applications.

Table 18: Typical Control Methods

Application Start mode Start Initial cur- Current Stop mode Stop time
ramp rent limit [s]
time [s] (%FLC) (%FLC)
Bow thruster Constant current 5 100 400 Coast to stop n/a
Centrifuge (separator) Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
Chipper Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
Compressor - reciprocat- Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
ing - loaded
Compressor - reciprocat- Constant current 1 200 400 Coast to stop n/a
ing - unloaded
Compressor - screw - loa- Constant current 1 200 400 Coast to stop n/a
ded
Compressor - screw -. un- Constant current 1 200 350 Coast to stop n/a
loaded
Conveyor - horizontal Constant current 5 200 400 TVR soft stop 10
Conveyor - inclined Constant current 2 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
Conveyor - vertical (buck- Constant current 2 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
et)

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Application Start mode Start Initial cur- Current Stop mode Stop time
ramp rent limit [s]
time [s] (%FLC) (%FLC)
Crusher - cone Constant current 1 200 350 Coast to stop n/a
Crusher - jaw Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
Crusher - rotary Constant current 1 200 400 Coast to stop n/a
Debarker Constant current 1 200 350 Coast to stop n/a
Fan - axial (damped) Constant current 1 200 350 Coast to stop n/a
Fan - axial (undamped) Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
Fan - centrifugal (damped) Constant current 1 200 350 Coast to stop n/a
Fan - centrifugal (undam- Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
ped)
Fan - high pressure Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
Mill - ball Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
Mill - hammer Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
Pump - bore Adaptive control (ear- 3 n/a 500 Adaptive control 3
ly acceleration) (late deceleration)
Pump - centrifugal Adaptive control (ear- 10 n/a 500 Adaptive control 15
ly acceleration) (late deceleration)
Pump - hydraulic Constant current 2 200 350 Coast to stop n/a
Pump - positive displace- Adaptive control (con- 10 n/a 400 Adaptive control 10
ment stant acceleration) (constant decelera-
tion)
Pump - submersible Adaptive control (ear- 5 n/a 500 Adaptive control 5
ly acceleration) (late deceleration)
Saw - bandsaw Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a
Saw - circular Constant current 1 200 350 Coast to stop n/a
Shredder Constant current 1 200 450 Coast to stop n/a

9.8 Soft Start Methods

9.8.1 Constant Current

Constant current is the traditional form of soft starting, which raises the current from 0 to a specified level and keeps the current stable
at that level until the motor has accelerated.

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

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%
700 3
Current (% motor full load current)

600

500

400
2
300
1
200

100

%
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Rotor speed (% full speed)

1 Initial current (set in parameter 2C Initial Current) 2 Current limit (set in parameter 2D Current Limit)

3 Full voltage current

Illustration 26: Example of Constant Current

9.8.2 Constant Current with 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).

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 parameter 2C Initial Current to a
level that will start the motor with a light load and set parameter 2D Current Limit 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.

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%
700 4
Current (% motor full load current)

600

500
2
400 3
300

200
1
100

%
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Time

1 Parameter 2C Initial Current 2 Parameter 2B Start Ramp Time

3 Parameter 2D Current Limit 4 Full voltage current

Illustration 27: Example of Current Ramp Soft Starting

9.8.3 Adaptive Control for Starting

In an adaptive control soft start, the soft starter adjusts the current in order to start the motor within a specified time and using a
selected acceleration profile.

NOTICE
The soft starter applies the current limit on all soft starts, including adaptive control. If the current limit is too low or the start
ramp time (set in parameter 2B Start Ramp Time) is too short, the motor may not start successfully.
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% 4
100
90
80
70
Speed

60 1
50
40 2
30
20
3
10
0
Time

1 Early acceleration 2 Constant acceleration

3 Late acceleration 4 Parameter 2B Start Ramp Time

Illustration 28: Example of Adaptive Control Start (Parameter 2E Adaptive Start Profile)

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9.8.3.1 Fine-tuning Adaptive Control

If the motor does not start or stop smoothly, adjust parameter 2L Adaptive Control Gain. The gain setting determines how much the soft
starter adjusts future adaptive control starts and stops, based on information from the previous start. The gain setting affects both
starting and stopping performance.

• If the motor accelerates or decelerates too quickly at the end of a start or stop, increase the gain setting by 5–10%.
• If the motor speed fluctuates during starting or stopping, decrease the gain setting slightly.

NOTICE
The soft starter tunes adaptive control to match the motor. Changing the following parameters resets adaptive control and the
first start/stop cycle uses constant current start/timed voltage ramp stop: Parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current, parameter 2D
Current Limit, and parameter 2L Adaptive Gain.

9.8.4 Constant Current with 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.

Kickstart can be useful to help start loads that require high breakaway torque but then accelerate easily (for example helical rotor
pumps).
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%
700 6
Current (% motor full load current)

600
2
500 1

400
4
5
300

200
3
100

%
10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100
Rotor speed (% full speed)

1 Parameter 2G Kickstart Level 2 Parameter 2F Kickstart Time

3 Parameter 2C Initial Current 4 Parameter 2B Start Ramp Time

5 Parameter 2D Current Limit 6 Full voltage current

Illustration 29: Example of Kickstart used with Constant Current

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9.9 Stop Methods

9.9.1 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 depends on the type
of load.

9.9.2 Timed Voltage Ramp

Timed voltage ramp (TVR) reduces the voltage to the motor gradually over a defined time. This can extend the stopping time of the
motor and may avoid transients on generator set supplies.

NOTICE
The load may continue to run after the stop ramp is complete.
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% 1
100
90
Voltage (% full voltage)

80
70
60
50
40
30
20
10

Time

Illustration 30: Example of TVR

9.9.3 Adaptive Control for Stopping

In an adaptive control soft stop, the soft starter controls the current in order to stop the motor within a specified time and using a
selected deceleration profile. Adaptive control can be useful in extending the stopping time of low inertia loads.

If adaptive control is selected, the first soft stop uses TVR. This allows the soft starter to learn the characteristics of the connected
motor. This motor data is used by the soft starter during subsequent adaptive control stops.

NOTICE
Adaptive control does not actively slow the motor down and does not stop the motor faster than a coast to stop. To shorten
the stopping time of high inertia loads, use a brake.

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NOTICE
Adaptive control controls the motor's speed profile, within the programmed time limit. This may result in a higher level of
current than traditional control methods.

If replacing a motor connected to a soft starter programmed for adaptive control starting or stopping, the soft starter has to learn the
characteristics of the new motor. Change the value of parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current or parameter 2L Adaptive Control Gain to
initiate the relearning process. The next start will use constant current and the next stop will use TVR.

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100
90
80
70
60 1 2 3
Speed

50
40
30
20
10
0
Time

1 Early deceleration 2 Constant deceleration

3 Late deceleration 4 Parameter 2J Stop Time

Illustration 31: Example of Adaptive Control Stop (Parameter 2K Adaptive Stop Profile)

Adaptive control is ideal for pumping applications where it can minimize the damaging effects of fluid hammer. Test the 3 profiles to
identify the best profile for the 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.

9.9.4 DC Brake

A brake reduces the time required to stop the motor.

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

NOTICE
When using DC brake, the mains supply must be connected to the soft starter (input terminals L1, L2, and L3) in positive phase
sequence.

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NOTICE
MOTOR DAMAGE
If the brake torque setting is too high, the motor stops before the end of the brake time and the motor will suffer unnecessary
heating, which could result in damage. A high brake torque setting can also result in peak currents up to motor DOL being
drawn while the motor is stopping.
- Careful configuration is required to ensure safe operation of the soft starter and the motor.
- Ensure that protection fuses installed in the motor branch circuit are selected appropriately.

NOTICE
RISK OF OVERHEATING
Brake operation causes the motor to heat faster than the rate calculated by the motor thermal model.
- Install a motor thermistor or allow sufficient restart delay (set in parameter 5P Restart Delay).
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100

70
3
Speed

30

0
2
1
Time

1 Parameter 2J Stop Time 2 Parameter 2P Brake Time

3 Coast to stop time

Illustration 32: Example of Brake Time

Parameter settings:
• Parameter 2I Stop Mode: Set to DC Brake.
• Parameter 2J Stop Time: This is the total braking time (1) and must be set sufficiently longer than the brake time (in parameter 2P DC
Brake Time) to allow the prebraking 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.
• Parameter 2O DC Brake Torque: Set as required to slow the load. If set too low, the motor will not stop completely and will coast to
stop after the end of the braking period.
• Parameter 2P DC Brake Time: Set this parameter to approximately 1 quarter of the programmed stop time. This sets the time for the
full brake stage (2).

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9.9.5 DC Brake with External Zero-speed Sensor

For loads which may vary between braking cycles, install an external zero-speed sensor to ensure that the soft starter ends DC braking
when the motor has reached a standstill. This avoids unnecessary motor heating.

Configure DC brake for the longest braking time required, and also set parameter 7A Input A Function to Zero Speed Sensor. When the
motor reaches a standstill, the zero-speed sensor opens the circuit across DI-A, COM+ and the soft starter terminates the stop.

9.9.6 Soft Brake

For applications with high inertia and/or variable load requiring the maximum possible braking torque, the soft starter can be
configured for soft braking.

The soft starter uses a changeover relay to control forward run and braking contactors. While braking, the soft starter reverses the
phase sequence to the motor and supplies reduced current, gently slowing the load.

When motor speed approaches 0, the zero-speed sensor (A2) stops the soft starter and opens the braking contactor (K2).

Soft braking can be used with both the primary and secondary motor sets and must be configured separately for each.

Parameter settings:
• Parameter 2I Stop Mode: Set to Soft Brake.
• Parameter 2Q Brake Current Limit: Set as required to slow the load.
• Parameter 2R Soft Brake Delay: Controls the time the soft starter waits after a stop signal is received, before it begins to supply
braking current to the motor. Set to allow time for K1 and K2 to switch.
• Parameter 7A Input A Function: Set to Zero Speed Sensor.
• Parameter 8A Relay A Function: Set to Soft Brake Relay.

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K2 K1 4

K2 K1

M1

1 Three-phase supply 2 Motor terminals

3 Relay A output 4 K1/K2 coil supply

5 Programmable input A K1 Line contactor (Run)

K2 Line contactor (Brake) A2 Zero-speed sensor

Illustration 33: Wiring Example for Soft Braking

9.10 Pump Clean

The soft starter can perform a pump clean function before soft starting the motor. This can help dislodge debris from the impeller.

Pump clean starts the motor in reverse then forward direction, then stops the motor. Pump clean can be configured to repeat the
process up to 5 times. After the specified number of cleaning cycles, the soft starter performs the programmed soft start.

Pump clean operation is controlled by the start/stop input (START, COM+). A programmable input must be set to pump clean (see
parameter 7A Input A Function for details) and the input must be closed when the start signal is applied.

NOTICE
Do not enable pump clean on pumps that cannot operate in reverse direction.

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Reverse torque/
Forward current (%FLC)
400 7 8
300 6

Current 200
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100
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Torque 25
1
50
2
Time

1 Parameter 11A Reverse Torque 2 Parameter 11B Reverse Time

3 Parameter 11C Forward Current Limit 4 Parameter 11D Forward Time

5 Parameter 11F Pump Stop Time 6 Cleaning cycle

7 Parameter 11G Pump Clean Cycles 8 Programmed soft start

Illustration 34: Pump Clean

9.11 Reverse Direction Operation

The soft starter can control a reversing contactor to operate the motor in reverse direction. When reverse operation is selected, the soft
starter performs a soft start using the opposite phase sequence from normal operation.

Reverse operation is controlled by the start/stop input (START, COM+). A programmable input must be set to reverse direction
(parameter 7A Input A Function) and an output must be set to reversing contactor (parameter 8A Relay A Function).

The input must be closed when the start signal is applied. The soft starter keeps the reverse relay in the same state until the end of the
starting/stopping cycle.

NOTICE
The first start after the direction is changed will be constant current.

NOTICE
If phase sequence protection is required, install the reversing contactor on the output (motor) side of the soft starter.

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K2 K1 5

K2 K1

1 Three-phase supply 2 Motor terminals

3 Programmable input A (set=Reverse direction) 4 Relay output A (set=Reversing contactor)

5 K1/K2 coil supply K1 Forward run contactor

K2 Reversing contactor

Illustration 35: Connection Diagram

9.12 Jog Operation

Jog runs the motor at reduced speed to allow alignment of the load or to assist servicing. The motor can be jogged in either forward or
reverse direction.

Jog is only available when the soft starter is controlled via the digital inputs (parameter 1A Command Source set to Digital Input). To
operate in jog, a programmable input must be set to jog (see parameter 7A Input A Function for details) and the input must be closed
when the start signal is applied.

NOTICE
REDUCED MOTOR COOLING
Slow speed running is not intended for continuous operation due to reduced motor cooling. Jog operation causes the motor to
heat faster than the rate calculated by the motor thermal model.
- Install a motor thermistor or allow sufficient restart delay (parameter 5P Restart Delay).

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The maximum available torque for jog forward is approximately 50–75% of motor FLT depending on the motor. When the motor is
jogged in reverse, the torque is approximately 25–50% of FLT.

Parameter 2H Jog Torque and parameter 3J Jog Torque-2 control how much of the maximum available jog torque the soft starter applies
to the motor.

NOTICE
Torque settings above 50% may cause increased shaft vibration.

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80

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Illustration 36: Available Torque in Jog Operation

9.13 Inside Delta Operation

When connecting in inside delta, enter the value of the FLC in parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current. The soft starter automatically
detects whether the motor is connected in-line or inside delta and calculates the correct inside delta current level.

Adaptive control, jog, brake, and PowerThrough functions are not supported with inside delta (6-wire) operation. If these functions are
programmed when the soft starter is connected inside delta, the behavior is given as below.

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Adaptive control start The soft starter performs a constant current start.

Adaptive control stop The soft starter performs a TVR soft stop if parameter 2J Stop Times is >0 s. If parameter 2J Stop Times is set to
0 s, the soft starter performs a coast to stop.

Jog The soft starter issues a warning with the error message Unsupported option.

DC brake The soft starter performs a coast to stop.

Soft brake The soft starter performs a coast to stop.

PowerThrough The soft starter trips with the error message Lx-Tx Shorted.

NOTICE
When connectedin in inside delta, the soft starter does not detect phase loss on T2 during run.

NOTICE
If the soft starter is not correctly detecting the motor connection, use parameter 20F Motor Connection.

9.14 Secondary Motor Set

The soft starter can be programmed with 2 separate motor profiles with independent starting and stopping configurations. This is ideal
for situations where the motor may start in 2 different conditions (such as loaded and unloaded conveyors), or multi-motor or duty/
standby applications.

The soft starter uses the secondary motor settings to control a start when instructed via a programmable input (see parameter 7A Input
A Function and parameter 7E Input B Function).

NOTICE
The motor thermal model is less accurate if the soft starter controls 2 separate motors.

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10 Programmable Parameters

10.1 Main Menu

Use the Main Menu to view and change programmable parameters that control how the soft starter operates.

To open the Main Menu, press [Main Menu] while viewing the monitoring screens.

10.2 Changing Parameter Values

Procedure
1. Scroll to the parameter in the Main Menu.
2. Press [Menu/Store] to enter edit mode.
3. Press [▵] or [▿] to change parameter settings.
Pressing [▵] or [▿] once increases or decreases the value by 1 unit. If the key is held for longer than 5 s, the value increases or
decreases at a faster rate.
Press [Store] to save changes. The setting shown on the display is saved and the LCP returns to the parameter list.
Press [Back] to cancel changes. The LCP asks for confirmation, then returns to the parameter list without saving the changes.

10.3 Adjustment Lock

Use parameter 10G Adjustment Lock to prevent users from changing parameter settings.

If a user attempts to change a parameter value when the adjustment lock is active, the following error is shown: Access Denied. Adj Lock
is On.

10.4 Parameter List

Table 19: Parameter List

Parameter group number Parameter group name Default setting

1 Motor Details
1A Command Source Digital Input
1B Motor Full Load Current Model dependent
1C Motor kW 0 kW
1D Locked Rotor Time 00:10 (mm:ss)
1E Locked Rotor Current 600%
1F Motor Service Factor 105%
1G Reserved –
2 Motor Start/Stop
2A Start Mode Constant Current
2B Start Ramp Time 00:10 (mm:ss)

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Parameter group number Parameter group name Default setting

2C Initial Current 200%
2D Current Limit 350%
2E Adaptive Start Profile Constant Acceleration
2F Kickstart Time 000 ms
2G Kickstart Level 500%
2H Jog Torque 50%
2I Stop Mode TVR Soft Stop
2J Stop Time 00:00 (mm:ss)
2K Adaptive Stop Profile Constant Deceleration
2L Adaptive Control Gain 75%
2M Multi Pump Single Pump
2N Start Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
2O DC Brake Torque 20%
2P DC Brake Time 00:01 (mm:ss)
2Q Brake Current Limit 250%
2R Soft Brake Delay 400 ms
3 Motor Start/Stop 2
3A Motor Full Load Current-2 Model dependent
3B Motor kW-2 0 kW
3C Start Mode-2 Constant Current
3D Start Ramp Time-2 00:10 (mm:ss)
3E Initial Current-2 200%
3F Current Limit-2 350%
3G Adaptive Start Profile-2 Constant Acceleration
3H Kickstart Time-2 000 ms
3I Kickstart Level-2 500%
3J Jog Torque-2 50%
3K Stop Mode-2 TVR Soft Stop
3L Stop Time-2 00:00 (mm:ss)
3M Adaptive Stop Profile-2 Constant Deceleration
3N Adaptive Control Gain-2 75%
3O Multi Pump-2 Single Pump
3P Start Delay-2 00:00 (mm:ss)
3Q DC Brake Torque-2 20%
3R DC Brake Time-2 00:01 (mm:ss)

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Parameter group number Parameter group name Default setting

3S Brake Current Limit-2 250%
3T Soft Brake Delay-2 400 s
4 Auto-Start/Stop
4A Auto-Start/Stop Mode Disable
4B Run Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4C Stopped Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4D Sunday Mode Start/Stop Disable
4E Sunday Start Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4F Sunday Stop Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4G Monday Mode Start/Stop Disable
4H Monday Start Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4I Monday Stop Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4J Tuesday Mode Start/Stop Disable
4K Tuesday Start Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4L Tuesday Stop Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4M Wednesday Mode Start/Stop Disable
4N Wednesday Start Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4O Wednesday Stop Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4P Thursday Mode Start/Stop Disable
4Q Thursday Start Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4R Thursday Stop Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4S Friday Mode Start/Stop Disable
4T Fridday Start Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4U Friday Stop Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4V Saturday Mode Start/Stop Disable
4W Saturday Start Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
4X Saturday Stop Time 00:00 (hh:mm)
5 Protection Levels
5A Current Imbalance 30%
5B Current Imbalance Delay 00:03 (mm:ss)
5C Undercurrent 20%
5D Undercurrent Delay 00:05 (mm:ss)
5E Overcurrent 400%
5F Overcurrent Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
5G Undervoltage 350 V

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Parameter group number Parameter group name Default setting

5H Undervoltage Delay 00:01 (mm:ss)
5I Overvoltage 500 V
5J Overvoltage Delay 00:01 (mm:ss)
5K Underpower 10%
5L Underpower Delay 00:01 (mm:ss)
5M Overpower 150%
5N Overpower Delay 00:01 (mm:ss)
5O Excess Start Time 00:20 (mm:ss)
5P Restart Delay 00:10 (mm:ss)
5Q Starts per Hour 0
5R Phase Sequence Any Sequence
6 Protection Actions
6A Auto-Reset Count 0
6B Auto-Reset Delay 00:05 (mm:ss)
6C Current Imbalance Soft Trip and Log
6D Undercurrent Soft Trip and Log
6E Overcurrent Soft Trip and Log
6F Undervoltage Soft Trip and Log
6G Overvoltage Soft Trip and Log
6H Underpower Log Only
6I Overpower Log Only
6J Excess Start Time Soft Trip and Log
6K Input A Trip Soft Trip and Log
6L Input B Trip Soft Trip and Log
6M Network Communications Soft Trip and Log
6N Remote Keypad Fault Soft Trp and Log
6O Frequency Soft Trip and Log
6P Phase Sequence Soft Trip and Log
6Q Motor Overtemperature Soft Trip and Log
6R Motor Thermistor Circuit Soft Trip and Log
6S Shorted SCR Action 3-Phase Control Only
6T Battery/Clock Soft Trip and Log
7 Inputs
7A Input A Function Input Trip (N/O)
7B Input A Trip Operating Only

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Parameter group number Parameter group name Default setting

7C Input A Trip Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
7D Input A Initial Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
7E Input B Function Input Trip (N/O)
7F Input B Trip Operating Only
7G Input B Trip Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
7H Input B Initial Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
7I Reset/Enable Logic Normally Closed (N/C)
7J Input A Name Input A Trip
7K Input B Name Input B Trip
8 Relay Outputs
8A Relay A Function Run
8B Relay A On Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
8C Relay A Off Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
8D Relay B Function Run
8E Relay B On Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
8F Relay B Off Delay 00:00 (mm:ss)
8G Low Current Flag 50%
8H High Current Flag 100%
8I Motor Temperature Flag 80%
8J Main Contactor Time 400 ms
9 Analog Output
9A Analog Output A Current (% FLC)
9B Analog A Scale 4–20 mA
9C Analog A Maximum Adjustment 100%
9D Analog A Minimum Adjustment 000%
10 Display
10A Language English
10B Temperature Scale Celsius
10C Graph Timebase 30 s
10D Graph Maximum Adjustment 400%
10E Graph Minimum Adjustment 0%
10F Current Calibration 100%
10G Adjustment Lock Read & Write
10H User Parameter 1 Current
10I User Parameter 2 Motor Voltage

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Parameter group number Parameter group name Default setting

10J User Parameter 3 Mains Frequency
10K User Parameter 4 Motor pf
10L User Parameter 5 Motor Power
10M User Parameter 6 Motor Temp (%)
11 Pump Clean
11A Reverse Torque 20%
11B Reverse Time 00:10 (mm:ss)
11C Forward Current Limit 100%
11D Forward Time 00:10 (mm:ss)
11E Pump Stop Mode Coast to Stop
11F Pump Stop Time 00:10 (mm:ss)
11G Pump Clean Cycles 1
12 Communication Card
12A Modbus Address 1
12B Modbus Baud Rate 9600
12C Modbus Parity None
12D Modbus Timeout Off
12E Devicenet Address 0
12F Devicenet Baud Rate 125kB
12G Profibus Address 1
12H Gateway Address 192
12I Gateway Address 2 168
12J Gateway Address 3 0
12K Gateway Address 4 100
12L IP Address 192
12M IP Address 2 168
12N IP Address 3 0
12O IP Address 4 2
12P Subnet Mask 255
12Q Subnet Mask 2 255
12R Subnet Mask 3 255
12S Subnet Mask 4 0
12T DHCP Disable
12U Location ID 0
20 Advanced

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Parameter group number Parameter group name Default setting

20A Tracking Gain 50%
20B Pedestal Detect 80%
20C Bypass Contactor Delay 150 ms
20D Model Rating Model dependent
20E Screen Timeout 1 minute
20F Motor Connection Auto-detect
30 Pump Input Configuration
30A Pressure Sensor Type None
30B Pressure Units kPa
30C Pressure at 4 mA 0
30D Pressure at 20 mA 0
30E Flow Sensor Type None
30F Flow Units liters/second
30G Flow at 4 mA 0
30H Flow at 20 mA 0
30I Units per Minute at Max Flow 0
30J Pulses per Minute at max Flow 0
30K Units per Pulse 0
30L Depth Sensor Type None
30M Depth Units metres
30N Depth at 4 mA 0
30O Depth at 20 mA 0
31 Flow Protection
31A High Flow Trip Level 10
31B Low Flow Trip Level 5
31C Flow Start Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
31D Flow Response Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
32 Pressure Protection
32A High Pressure Trip Level 10
32B High Pressure Start Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
32C High Pressure Response Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
32D Low Pressure Trip Level 5
32E Low Pressure Start Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
32F Low Pressure Response Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
33 Pressure Control

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Parameter group number Parameter group name Default setting

33A Pressure Control Mode Off
33B Start Pressure Level 5
33C Start Response Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
33D Stop Pressure Level 10
33E Stop Response Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
34 Depth Protection
34A Depth Trip Level 5
34B Depth Reset Level 10
34C Depth Start Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
34D Depth Response Delay 00:00:500 (mm:ss:ms)
35 Thermal Protection
35A Temperature Sensor Type None
35B Temperature Trip Level 40
36 Pump Trip Action
36A Pressure Sensor Soft Trip and Log
36B Flow Sensor Soft Trip and Log
36C Depth Sensor Soft Trip and Log
36D High Pressure Soft Trip and Log
36E Low Pressure Soft Trip and Log
36F High Flow Soft Trip and Log
36G Low Flow Soft Trip and Log
36H Flow Switch Soft Trip and Log
36I Well Depth Soft Trip and Log
36J RTD/PT100 B Soft Trip and Log

10.5 Parameter Group 1-** Motor Details

Table 20: 1A - Command Source

Option Function
Selects the command source for controlling the soft starter.
* Digital input The soft starter accepts start and stop commands from the digital inputs.
Network The soft starter accepts start and stop commands from the communication expansion card.
Remote LCP The soft starter accepts start and stop commands from the remote LCP.
Clock The soft starter accepts starts and stops as scheduled in parameters 4A to 4x.
Smart card The soft starter accepts start and stop commands from the smart card.

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Option Function
Smart card + The soft starter accepts start commands from the smart card if they are within the operating schedule set in
clock parameters 4A to 4X. A stop command from the smart card is accepted regardless of the schedule.
Timer After a start signal is received, the soft starter starts and stops the motor according to the timers set in pa-
rameter 4B Run Time and parameter 4C Stopped Time.

Table 21: 1B Motor Full Load Current

Range Function
Model dependent Matches the soft starter to the FLC of the motor. Set to the FLC rating shown on the motor nameplate.

Table 22: 1C Motor kW

Range Function
*0 0–9999 kW Sets the running power of the connected motor in kilowatts. This setting is the basis for power reporting and
protection.

Table 23: 1D Locked Rotor Time

Range function
*10 s 0:01–2:00 (mi- Sets the maximum length of time the motor can sustain locked rotor current from cold before
nutes:seconds) reaching its maximum temperature. Set according to the motor datasheet.

Table 24: 1E Locked Rotor Current

Range Function
*600% 400–1200% FLC Sets the locked rotor current of the connected motor as a percentage of full load current. Set according
to the motor datasheet.

Table 25: 1F Motor Service Factor

Range Function
*105% 100– Sets the motor service factor used by the thermal model. If the motor runs at full load current, it will reach
130% 100%. Set according to the motor datasheet.

NOTICE
Parameters 1D to 1F determine the trip current for motor overload protection. The default settings of
Parameters 1D to 1F provide motor overload protection: Class 10, trip current 105% of FLA (full load
amperage) or equivalent.

Table 26: 1G Reserved

Range Function
This parameter is reserved for future use.

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10.6 Parameter Group 2-** Motor Start/Stop

Table 27: 2A - Start Mode

Option Function
Selects the soft start mode.

NOTICE
The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 applies the current limit on all soft starts, including adaptive control.
lf the current limit is too low or the start ramp time (parameter 2B Start Ramp Time) is too short, the
motor may not start successfully.

* Constant Current
Adaptive Control

Table 28: 2B - Start Ramp Time

Range Function
* 10 s 0:01–3:00 (minutes:sec- Sets the total start time for an adaptive control start or the ramp time for current ramp starting
onds) (from the initial current to the current limit).

Table 29: 2C - Initial Current

Range Function
*200% 100–600% Sets the initial start current level for current ramp starting as a percentage of motor full load current. Set so
FLC that the motor begins to accelerate immediately after a start is initiated. If current ramp starting is not re-
quired, set the initial current equal to the current limit.

Table 30: 2D - Current Limit

Range Function
* 350% 100–600% FLC Sets the current limit for constant current and current ramp soft starting as a percentage of motor full
load current.

Table 31: 2E - Adaptive Start Profile

Option Function
Selects which profile the VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 uses for an adaptive control soft start.

NOTICE
The MCD 600 applies the current limit on all soft starts, including adaptive control. lf the cur-
rent limit is too low or the start ramp time (parameter 2B Start Ramp Time) is too short, the mo-
tor may not start successfully.

Early Acceleration
* Constant Acceleration
Late Acceleration

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Table 32: 2F - Kickstart Time

Range Function
*0000 ms 0–2000 ms Sets the kickstart duration. A setting of 0 disables kickstart.

Table 33: 2G - Kickstart Level

Range Function
* 500% 100–700% Sets the level of the kickstart current.
FLC

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

Table 34: 2H - Jog Torque

Range Function
* 50% 20–100% The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 can jog the motor at a reduced speed, which allows precise positioning of belts
and flywheels. Jog can be used for either forward or reverse operation.

Set the current limit for jog operation.

Table 35: 2I - Stop Mode

Option Function
Selects the stop mode.
Coast To Stop
* TVR Soft Stop
Adaptive Control
DC Brake
Soft Brake

Table 36: 2J - Stop Time

Range Function
* 0 second 0:00–4:00 (mi- Sets the time for soft stopping the motor using TVR or adaptive control. If a main contactor is
nutes:seconds) installed, the contactor must remain closed until the end of the stop time. Use the main contac-
tor output (13, 14) to control the main contactor.

Table 37: 2K - Adaptive Stop Profile

Option Function
Selects which profile the VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 uses for an adaptive control soft stop.
Early Deceleration
* Constant Deceleration

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Option Function
Late Deceleration

Table 38: 2L - Adaptive Control Gain

Range Function
* 75% 1–200% Adjusts the performance of adaptive control. This setting affects both starting and stopping control.

Table 39: 2M - Multi Pump

Option Function
Adjusts the performance of adaptive control to suit installations with multiple pumps connected to a com-
mon outlet manifold.
* Single Pump
Manifold Pump

Table 40: 2N - Start Delay

Range Function
*0s 0:00–60:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets a delay after the soft starter receives a start command before it starts the motor.

Table 41: 2O - DC Brake Torque

Range Function
* 20% 20–100% Sets the amount of brake torque the soft starter uses to slow the motor.

Table 42: 2P - DC Brake Time

Range Function
*1s 0:01–0:30 (minutes:seconds) Sets the duration for DC injection during a braking stop.

Table 43: 2Q - Brake Current Limit

Range Function
* 250% 100–600% FLC Sets the current limit for soft brake.

Table 44: 2R - Soft Brake Delay

Range Function
*400 ms 400–2000 Sets the time the soft starter waits after a stop signal is received before it begins to supply braking cur-
ms rent to the motor. Set to allow time for K1 and K2 to switch.

10.7 Parameter Group 3-** Motor Start/Stop-2

The parameters in this group control the operation of the secondary configuration of the motor. Use the programmable input to select
the active motor set.

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To use the secondary motor data, set parameter 7A Input A Function to Motor Set Select and close the input before a start command is
given. The soft starter checks which motor data to use at a start and will use that motor data for the entire start/stop cycle.

NOTICE
The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 is not suitable for controlling 2 separate motors. The secondary parameter set should only be
used for a secondary configuration of the primary motor.

Table 45: 3A - Motor Full Load Current-2

Range Function
Model dependent Sets the secondary motor's full load current.

Table 46: 3B - Motor kW-2

Range Function
*0 0–9999 kW Sets the running power of the secondary motor in kilowatts.

Table 47: 3C - Start Mode-2

Option Function
Selects the soft start mode.
* Constant Current
Adaptive Control

Table 48: 3D - Start Ramp Time-2

Range Function
*10 s 0:01–3:00 (minutes:sec- Sets the total start time for an adaptive control start or the ramp time for current ramp starting
onds) (from the initial current to the current limit).

Table 49: 3E - Initial Current-2

Range Function
*200% 100–600% Sets the initial start current level for current ramp starting as a percentage of motor full load current. Set so
FLC that the motor begins to accelerate immediately after a start is initiated. If current ramp starting is not re-
quired, set the initial current equal to the current limit.

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Table 50: 3E - Initial Current-2

Range Function
*350% 100– Sets the current limit for constant current and current ramp soft starting as a percentage of motor full load
600% current.
FLC

NOTICE
The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 applies the current limit on all soft starts, including adaptive control. lf
the current limit is too low or the start ramp time (parameter 2B Start Ramp Time) is too short, the mo-
tor may not start successfully.

Table 51: 3G - Adaptive Start Profile-2

Option Function
Selects which profile the VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 uses for an adaptive control soft start.
Early Acceleration
* Constant Acceleration
Late Acceleration

Table 52: 3H - Kickstart Time-2

Range Function
* 0000 ms 0–2000 ms Sets the kickstart duration.

A setting of 0 disables kickstart.

Table 53: 3I - Kickstart Level-2

Range Function
*500% 100–700% FLC Sets the level of the kickstart current.

Table 54: 3J - Jog Torque-2

Range Function
*50% 20–100% Sets the current limit for jog operation.

Table 55: 3K - Stop Mode-2

Option Function
Selects the stop mode.
Coast To Stop
* TVR Soft Stop
Adaptive Control
DC Brake

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Option Function
Soft Brake

Table 56: 3L - Stop Time-2

Range Function
*0 s 0:00–4:00 (mi- Sets the time for soft stopping the motor using TVR or adaptive control. If a main contactor is installed,
nutes:seconds) the contactor must remain closed until the end of the stop time. Use the main contactor output (13,
14) to control the main contactor.

Table 57: 3M - Adaptive Stop Profile-2

Option Function
Selects which profile the soft starter uses for an adaptive control soft stop.
Early Deceleration
* Constant Deceleration
Late Deceleration

Table 58: 3N - Adaptive Control Gain-2

Range Function
*75% 1–200% Adjusts the performance of adaptive control.

This setting affects both starting and stopping control.

Table 59: 3O - Multi Pump-2

Option Function
Adjusts the performance of adaptive control to suit installations with multiple pumps connected to a com-
mon outlet manifold.
* Single Pump
Manifold Pump

Table 60: 3P - Start Delay-2

Range Function
*0s 0:00–60:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets a delay after the starter receives a start command before it starts the motor.

Table 61: 3Q - DC Brake Torque-2

Range Function
*20% 20–100% Sets the amount of brake torque the soft starter uses to slow the motor.

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Table 62: 3R - DC Brake Time-2

Range Function
*1 s 0:01–0:30 (minutes:seconds) Sets the duration for DC injection during a braking stop.

Table 63: 3S- Brake Current Limit-2

Range Function
*250% 100–600% FLC Sets the current limit for soft brake.

Table 64: 3T - Soft Brake Delay-2

Range Function
*400 ms 400–2000 Sets the time the soft starter waits after a stop signal is received, before it begins to supply braking cur-
ms rent to the motor. Set to allow time for K1 and K2 to switch.

10.8 Parameter Group 4-** Auto-Start/Stop

Table 65: 4A - Auto-Start/Stop Mode

Option Function
Enable or disable auto-start/stop operation.
* Disable
Enable Clock Mode
Enable Timer Mode

Table 66: 4A - Auto-Start/Stop Mode

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 hh:mm Sets the duration for the soft starter to run after a timer mode auto-start.

Table 67: 4C - Stopped Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 hh:mm Sets the duration for the soft starter to remain stopped when operating in timer mode.

Table 68: 4D - Sunday Mode

Option Function
Enables or disables auto-start/stop for Sunday.
* Start/Stop Disable Disables auto-start/stop control. Any times scheduled in parameter 4E Sunday Start Time or parameter 4F
Sunday Stop Time are ignored.
Start Only Enable Enables auto-start control. Any auto-stop times scheduled in parameter 4F Sunday Stop Time are ignored.
Stop Only Enable Enables auto-stop control. Any auto-start times scheduled in parameter 4E Sunday Start Time are ignored.
Start/Stop Enable Enables auto-start and auto-stop control.

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Table 69: 4E - Sunday Start Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-start time for Sunday (24-hour format).

Table 70: 4F - Sunday Stop Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-stop time for Sunday (24-hour format).

Table 71: 4G - Monday Mode

Option Function
Enables or disables auto-start/stop for Monday.
* Start/Stop Disable Stop Only Enable
Start Only Enable Start/Stop Enable

Table 72: 4H - Monday Start Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-start time for Monday (24-hour format).

Table 73: 4I - Monday Stop Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-stop time for Monday (24-hour format).

Table 74: 4J - Tuesday Mode

Option Function
Enables or disables auto-start/stop for Tuesday.
* Start/Stop Disable
Start Only Enable
Stop Only Enable
Start/Stop Enable

Table 75: 4K - Tuesday Start Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-start time for Tuesday (24-hour format).

Table 76: 4M- Wednesday Mode

Option Function
Enables or disables auto-start/stop for Wednesday.

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Option Function
* Start/Stop Disable
Start Only Enable
Stop Only Enable
Start/Stop Enable

Table 77: 4N- Wednesday Start Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-start time for Wednesday (24-hour format).

Table 78: 4O- Wednesday Stop Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-stop time for Wednesday (24-hour format).

Table 79: 4P- Thursday Mode

Option Function
Enables or disables auto-start/stop for Thursday.
* Start/Stop Disable
Start Only Enable
Stop Only Enable
Start/Stop Enable

Table 80: 4Q- Thursday Start Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-start time for Thursday (24-hour format).

Table 81: 4R- Thursday Stop Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-stop time for Thursday (24-hour format).

Table 82: 4S - Friday Mode

Option Function
Enables or disables auto-start/stop for Friday.
* Start/Stop Disable
Start Only Enable
Stop Only Enable
Start/Stop Enable

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Table 83: 4T - Friday Start Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-start time for Friday (24-hour format).

Table 84: 4U - Friday Stop Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-stop time for Friday (24-hour format).

Table 85: 4V - Saturday Mode

Option Function
Enables or disables auto-start/stop for Saturday.
* Start/Stop Disable
Start Only Enable
Stop Only Enable
Start/Stop Enable

Table 86: 4W - Saturday Start Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-start time for Saturday (24-hour format).

Table 87: 4X - Saturday Stop Time

Range Function
*00:00 00:00–23:59 Sets the auto-stop time for Saturday (24-hour format).

10.9 Parameter Group 5-** Protection Levels

Table 88: 5A - Current Imbalance

Range Function
*30% 10–50% Sets the trip point for current imbalance protection.

Table 89: 5B - Current Imbalance Delay

Range Function
*3 s 0:00–4:00 (minutes:seconds) Slows the soft starter's response to current imbalance, avoiding trips due to momentary fluc-
tuations.

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Table 90: 5C - Undercurrent

Range Function
*20% 0–100% 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 magnetizing (no load) current (typically 25–35% of FLC). A
setting of 0% disables undercurrent protection.

Table 91: 5D - Undercurrent Delay

Range Function
*5s 00–4:00 (minutes:seconds) Slows the soft starter's response to undercurrent, avoiding trips due to momentary fluctua-
tions

Table 92: 5E - Overcurrent

Range Function
*400% 80–600% Sets the trip point for overcurrent protection as a percentage of motor full load current.

Table 93: 5F - Overcurrent Delay

Range Function
*0s 0:00–1:00 (minutes:seconds) Slows the soft starter's response to overcurrent, avoiding trips due to momentary overcur-
rent events.

Table 94: 5G - Undervoltage

Range Function
*350 100–1000 V Sets the trip point for undervoltage protection. Set as required.

NOTICE
Voltage protections will not operate correctly until the soft starter is in Run mode.

Table 95: 5H - Undervoltage Delay

Range Function
*1s 0:00–1:00 (minutes:seconds) Slows the soft starter's response to undervoltage, avoiding trips due to momentary fluctua-
tions.

Table 96: 5I - Overvoltage

Range Function
*500 100–1000 V Sets the trip point for overvoltage protection. Set as required.

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Table 97: 5J - Overvoltage Delay

Range Function
*1s 0:00–1:00 (minutes:seconds) Slows the soft starter's response to overvoltage, avoiding trips due to momentary fluctua-
tions.

Table 98: 5K - Underpower

Range Function
*10% 10–120% Sets the trip point for underpower protection. Set as required.

Table 99: 5L - Underpower Delay

Range Function
*1 s 0:00–1:00 (minutes:seconds) Slows the soft starter's response to underpower, avoiding trips due to momentary fluctua-
tions.

Table 100: 5M - Overpower

Range Function
*150% 80–200% Sets the trip point for overpower protection. Set as required.

Table 101: 5N - Overpower Delay

Range Function
*1s 0:00–1:00 (minutes:seconds) Slows the soft starter's response to overpower, avoiding trips due to momentary fluctua-
tions.

Table 102: 5O - Excess Start Time

Range Function
*20 s 0:00–4:00 (mi- Excess start time is the maximum time the soft starter will attempt to start the motor.
nutes:seconds)
If the motor does not transition to Run mode within the programmed limit, the soft 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.

Table 103: 5P - Restart Delay

Range Function
*10 s 00:01–60:00 (mi- The soft starter can be configured to force a delay between the end of a stop and the beginning of
nutes:seconds) the next start.

During the restart delay period, the display shows the time remaining before another start can be
attempted.

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Table 104: 5Q - Starts per Hour

Range Function
*0 0–10 Sets the maximum number of starts the soft starter will attempt in a 60-minute period. A setting of 0 disables this
protection.

Table 105: 5R - Phase Sequence

Option Function
Selects which phase sequences the soft starter allows at a start. During its pre-start checks, the soft starter
examines the sequence of the phases at its input terminals and trips if the actual sequence does not match
the selected option.
* Any Sequence
Positive only
Negative Only
NOTICE
When using DC brake, the mains supply must be connected to the soft starter (input terminals L1, L2,
L3) in positive phase sequence and parameter 2-1 Phase Sequence must be set to Positive Only.

10.10 Parameter Group 6-** Protection Action

Table 106: 6A - Auto-Reset Count

Range Function
*0 0-5 Sets how many times the soft starter auto-resets if it continues to trip.

The reset counter increases by 1 each time the soft starter auto-resets, and resets after a successful start.

Setting this parameter to 0 disables auto-reset.

Table 107: 6B - Auto-Reset Delay

Range Function
*5 s 0:05–15:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets a delay before the soft starter auto-resets a trip.

Table 108: 6C - Current Imbalance

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to each protection.

All protection events are written to the event log.

* Soft Trip and The soft starter stops the motor as selected in parameter 2I Stop Mode or parameter 3K Stop Mode, then enters
Log trip state. The trip must be reset before the soft starter can restart.
Soft Trip and The soft starter stops the motor as selected in parameter 2I Stop Mode or parameter 3K Stop Mode, then enters
Reset trip state. The trip resets after the auto-reset delay

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Option Function
Trip Starter The soft starter removes power and the motor coasts to stop. The trip must be reset before the soft starter
can restart.
Trip and Reset The soft starter removes power and the motor coasts to stop. The trip resets after the auto-reset delay.
Warn and Log The protection is written to the event log and the display shows a warning message, but the soft starter con-
tinues to operate.
Log Only The protection is written to the event log but the soft starter continues to operate.

Table 109: 6D - Undercurrent

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 110: 6E - Overcurrent

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 111: 6F - Undervoltage

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

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Table 112: 6G - Overvoltage

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 113: 6H - Underpower

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
* Log Only

Table 114: 6I - Overpower

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
* Log Only

Table 115: 6J - Excess Start Time

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter

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Option Function
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 116: 6K - Input A Trip

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 117: 6L - Input B Trip

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 118: 6M - Network Communications

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.

If set to Stop, the soft starter performs a soft stop, then can be restarted without a reset.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only
Stop

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Table 119: 6N - Remote Keypad Fault

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 120: 6O - Frequency

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 121: 6P - Phase Sequence

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 122: 6Q - Motor Overtemperature

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter

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Option Function
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 123: 6R - Motor Thermistor Circuit

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 124: 6S - Shorted SCR Action

Option Function
Selects whether the soft starter allows PowerThrough operation, if the soft starter is damaged on 1
phase. The soft starter uses 2-phase control, allowing the motor to continue operating in critical appli-
cations.
* 3-Phase Control Only
PowerThrough

For more details on PowerThrough operation, see 9.4 PowerThrough.

Table 125: 6T - Battery/Clock

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

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10.11 Parameter Group 7-** Inputs

Table 126: 7A - Input A Function

Option Function
Selects the function of Input A.
Command Override: Overrides the setting of parameter 1A Command Source and sets the command source to the commu-
Network nications network.
Command Override: Overrides the setting of parameter 1A Command Source and sets the command source to the digital
Digital inputs.
Command Override: Overrides the setting of parameter 1A Command Source and sets the command source to the remote
Keypad LCP.
* Input Trip (N/O) A closed circuit across DI-A, COM+ trips the soft starter.
Input Trip (N/C) An open circuit across DI-A, COM+ trips the soft starter.
Emergency Mode A closed circuit across DI-A, COM+ activates emergency mode. When the soft starter receives a start
command, it continues to run until a stop command is received, ignoring all trips and warnings.
Jog Forward Activates jog operation in a forward direction.
Jog Reverse Activates jog operation in reverse direction.
Zero Speed Sensor An open circuit across DI-A, COM+ indicates to the soft starter that the motor has reached a standstill.
The soft starter requires a normally open zero-speed sensor.
Motor Set Select A closed circuit across DI-A, COM+ instructs the soft starter to use the secondary motor configuration
for the next start/stop cycle.
Reverse Direction A closed circuit across DI-A, COM+ instructs the soft starter to reverse the phase sequence for the
next start.
Pump Clean Activates the pump clean function.

Table 127: 7B - Input A Trip

Option Function
Selects when an input trip can occur.
Always Active 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.

Table 128: 7C - Input A Trip Delay

Range Function
*0 s 0:00–4:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets a delay between the input activating and the soft starter tripping.

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Table 129: 7D - Input A Initial Delay

Range Function
*0s 00:00–30:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets a delay before an input trip can occur.

The initial delay is counted from the time a start signal is received.

The state of the input is ignored until the initial delay has elapsed.

Table 130: 7E - Input B Function

Option Function
Selects the function of Input B. See parameter 7A Input A Function for details.
* Input Trip (N/O)
Input Trip (N/C)
Emergency Mode
Jog Forward
Jog Reverse
Zero Speed Sensor
Motor Set Select
Reverse Direction
Pump Clean

Table 131: 7F - Input B Trip

Option Function
Selects when an input trip can occur.
Always Active
* Operating Only
Run Only

Table 132: 7G - Input B Trip Delay

Range Function
*0s 0:00–4:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets a delay between the input activating and the soft starter tripping.

Table 133: 7H - Input B Initial Delay

Range Function
*0s 00:00–30:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets a delay before an input trip can occur.

The initial delay is counted from the time a start signal is received.

The state of the input is ignored until the initial delay has elapsed.

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Table 134: 7I - Reset/Enable Logic

Option Function
Selects whether the reset input (RESET, COM+) is normally open or normally closed.
* Normally Closed
Normally Open
NOTICE
If the reset input is active, the soft starter will not operate.

Table 135: 7J - Input A Name

Option Function
Selects a message for the LCP to show when Input A is active.

The custom message can be loaded via the USB port.

* Input A Trip
Low Pressure
High Pressure
Pump Fault
Low Level
High Level
No Flow
Starter Disable
Controller
PLC
Vibration Alarm
Field Trip
Interlock Trip
Motor Temp
Motor Prot
Feeder Prot
Custom Message

Table 136: 7K - Input B Name

Option Function
Selects a message for the LCP to show when Input B is active.
* Input B Trip
Low Pressure
High Pressure

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Option Function
Pump Fault
Low Level
High Level
No Flow
Starter Disable
Controller
PLC
Vibration Alarm
Field Trip
Interlock Trip
Motor Temp
Motor Prot
Feeder Prot
Custom Message

10.12 Parameter Group 8-** Relay Outputs

Table 137: 8A - Relay A Function

Option Function
Selects the function of Relay A.

Relay A is a changeover relay.

Off Relay A is not used.
Ready The relay is closed when the soft starter is in Ready state.
* Run The Run output closes when the soft start is complete (when the starting current drops below 120% of
the programmed motor full load current) and remains closed until the beginning of a stop (either soft
stop or coast to stop).
Warning The relay closes when the soft starter issues a warning.
Trip The relay closes when the starter trips.
Low Current Flag The relay closes when the low current flag activates while the motor is running (see parameter 8G Low
Current Flag).
High Current Flag The relay closes when the high current flag activates while the motor is running (see parameter 8H High
Current Flag).
Motor Tempera- The relay closes when the motor temperature flag activates (see parameter 8I Motor Temperature Flag).
ture Flag
Soft Brake Relay The relay closes when the soft starter receives a stop signal, and remains closed until the end of soft
brake.

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Option Function
Reversing Contac- The relay controls an external contactor, for reverse operation.
tor

Table 138: 8B - Relay A On Delay

Range Function
*0s 0:00–5:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets the delay for changing the state of Relay A.

Table 139: 8C - Relay A Off Delay

Range Function
*0s 0:00–5:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets the delay for changing the state of Relay A.

Table 140: 8D - Relay B Function

Option Function
Selects the function of Relay B (normally open).

See parameter 8A Relay A Function for details.

Off
Ready
* Run
Warning
Trip
Low Current Flag
High Current Flag
Motor Temperature Flag
Soft Brake Relay
Reversing Contactor

Table 141: 8E - Relay B On Delay

Range Function
*0s 0:00–5:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets the delay for closing Relay B.

Table 142: 8F - Relay B Off Delay

Range Function
*0s 0:00–5:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets the delay for re-opening Relay B.

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Table 143: 8G - Low Current Flag

Range Function
* 50% 1–100% The soft starter has low and high current flags to give early warning of abnormal operation. The current flags
FLC 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 1 of the programmable outputs.

The flags clear when the current returns within the normal operating range by 10% of the programmed flag
value.

Set the level at which the low current flag operates, as a percentage of motor full load current.

Table 144: 8H - High Current Flag

Range Function
*100% 50–600% FLC Sets the level at which the high current flag operates as a percentage of motor full load current.

Table 145: 8I - Motor Temperature Flag

Range Function
* 80% 0–160% The soft starter 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 1 of the programmable outputs.

Set the level at which the motor temperature flag operates as a percentage of the motor's thermal capacity.

Table 146: 8J - Main Contactor Time

Range Function
*400 ms 100–2000 Sets the delay period between the soft starter switching the main contactor output (terminals 13, 14) and
ms beginning the pre-start checks (before a start), or entering the not ready state (after a stop). Set according
to the specifications of the main contactor used.

10.13 Parameter Group 9-** Analog Output

Table 147: 9A - Analog Output A

Option Function
Selects which information will be reported via the analog output.
* Current (% FLC) Current as a percentage of motor full load current.
Motor Temp (%) The motor's temperature, calculated by the thermal model.
Motor pf Motor power factor, measured by the soft starter.
Motor Power (%kW) Motor power, as a percentage of the programmed power.
Heat Sink Temperature (°C) The soft starter's temperature, measured at the heat sink.

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Table 148: 9B - Analog A Scale

Range Function
Selects the range of the analog output.
0–20 mA
* 4–20 mA

Table 149: 9C - Analog A Maximum Adjustment

Range Function
* 100% 0–600% Calibrates the upper limit of the analog output to match the signal measured on an external current measur-
ing device.

Table 150: 9D - Analog A Minimum Adjustment

Range Function
* 0% 0–600% Calibrates the lower limit of the analog output to match the signal measured on an external current measuring
device.

10.14 Parameter Group 10-** Display

Table 151: 10A - Language

Option Function
Selects which language the LCP shows to display messages and feedback.
* English
Chinese
Español
Deutsch
Português
Français
Italiano
Russian

Table 152: 10B - Temperature Scale

Option Function
Selects whether the soft starter displays temperatures in degrees Celsius or Fahrenheit.
* Celsius
Fahrenheit

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Table 153: 10C - Graph Timebase

Option Function
Sets the graph time scale.

The graph will progressively replace the old data with new data.
* 30 seconds
1 minute
30 minutes
1 hour

Table 154: 10D - Graph Maximum Adjustment

Range Function
* 400% 0–600% Adjusts the upper limit of the performance graph.

Table 155: 10E - Graph Minimum Adjustment

Range Function
*0% 0–600% Adjusts the lower limit of the performance graph.

Table 156: 10F - Current Calibration

Range Function
*100% 85– Calibrates the soft starter's current monitoring circuits to match an external current metering device. Use the
115% following formula to determine the necessary adjustment:

Current shown on soft starter display
Calibration ( % )  =  
Current measured by external device

Table 157: 10G - Adjustment Lock

Option Function
Selects whether the LCP will allow parameters to be changed via the Main Menu.
* Read & Write Allows users to alter parameter values in the Main Menu.
Read Only Prevents users altering parameter values in the Main Menu.

Parameter values can still be viewed.

Table 158: 10H - User Parameter 1

Option Function
Selects which information is shown on the main monitoring screen.
Blank Shows no data in the selected area, allowing long messages to be shown without overlapping.
* Current Average rms current across all 3 phases.
Motor Voltage Average rms voltage across all 3 phases.

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Option Function
P1 Voltage Phase 1 voltage.
P2 Voltage Phase 2 voltage.
P3 Voltage Phase 3 voltage.
Mains Frequency The average frequency measured on 3 phases.
Motor pf The motor's power factor, measured by the soft starter.
Motor Power The motor's running power in kilowatts.
Motor Temp (%) The motor's temperature, calculated by the thermal model.
Hours Run The number of hours the motor has run via the soft starter.
Number of Starts The number of starts the soft starter has completed since the start counter was last reset.
Pump Pressure The pressure at the pump, as configured in parameters 30B to 30D. This information is only available if
the smart card is installed.
Pump Flow The flow at the pump, as configured in parameters 30F to 30K. This information is only available if the
smart card is installed.
Well Depth The depth of the well, as configured in parameters 30M to 30O. This information is only available if the
smart card is installed.
Pump Temperature The pump temperature, as measured by the PT100. This information is only available if the smart card
is installed.
Analog Output Value The value of the analog output (see parameter group 9-** Analog Output).
Heat Sink Temperature The soft starter's temperature measured at the heat sink.
Bypass Model (%) The percentage of thermal capacity remaining in the bypass contactor.
SCR Temperature The temperature of the SCRs calculated by the thermal model.
Rating Capacity (%) The thermal capacity available in the soft starter for its next start.

Table 159: 10I - User Parameter 2

Option Function
Selects which information is shown on the main monitoring screen.

See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

* Motor Voltage See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

Table 160: 10J - User Parameter 3

Option Function
Selects which information is shown on the programmable monitoring screen.

See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

* Mains Frequency See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

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Table 161: 10K - User Parameter 4

Option Function
Selects which information is shown on the programmable monitoring screen.

See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

* Motor pf See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

Table 162: 10L - User Parameter 5

Option Function
Selects which information is shown on the programmable monitoring screen.

See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

* Motor Power See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

Table 163: 10M - User Parameter 6

Option Function
Selects which information is shown on the programmable monitoring screen.

See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

* Motor Temp (%) See parameter 10H User Parameter 1 for details.

10.15 Parameter Group 11-** Pump Clean

Table 164: 11A - Reverse Torque

Range Function
* 20% 20–100% Sets the torque level for reverse jog operation during pump clean.

Table 165: 11B - Reverse Time

Range Function
* 10 s 0:00–1:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets the time for the starter to operate in reverse jog during a pump clean cycle.

Table 166: 11C - Forward Current Limit

Range Function
*100% 100–600% FLC Sets the current limit for forward start operation during pump clean.

Table 167: 11D - Forward Time

Range Function
* 10 s 0:00–1:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets the time for the soft starter to run the motor after a forward start during a pump clean
cycle.

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Table 168: 11E - Pump Stop Mode

Option Function
Selects the stop mode for pump clean.
* Coast To Stop
TVR Soft Stop
Adaptive Control

Table 169: 11F - Pump Stop Time

Range Function
* 10 s 0:00–1:00 (minutes:seconds) Sets the stopping time for the starter during a pump clean cycle.

Table 170: 11G - Pump Clean Cycles

Range Function
*1 1–5 Sets how many times the soft starter repeats the pump clean cycle.

10.16 Parameter Group 12-** Communication Card

Table 171: 12 A - Modbus Address

Range Function
*1 1–254 Sets the Modbus RTU network address for the soft starter.

Table 172: 12B - Modbus Baud Rate

Option Function
Selects the baud rate for Modbus RTU communications.
4800
* 9600
19200
38400

Table 173: 12C - Modbus Parity

Option Function
Selects the parity for Modbus RTU communications.
* None
Odd
Even
10-bit

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Table 174: 12D - Modbus Timeout

Option Function
Selects the timeout for Modbus RTU communications.
* Off
10 seconds
60 seconds
100 seconds

Table 175: 12E - Devicenet Address

Range Function
*0 0–63 Sets the DeviceNet network address for the soft starter.

Table 176: 12F - Devicenet Baud Rate

Option Function
Selects the baud rate for DeviceNet communications.
* 125 kB
250 kB
500 kB

Table 177: 12G - Profibus Address

Range Function
*1 1–125 Sets the PROFIBUS network address for the soft starter.

Table 178: 12H - Gateway Address

Range Function
*192 0–255 Sets the 1st component of the network gateway address. The gateway address is set using parameters 12H to 12K
and the default address is 192.168.0.100.

Table 179: 12I- Gateway Address 2

Range Function
*168 0–255 Sets the 2nd component of the network gateway address.

Table 180: 12J- Gateway Address 3

Range Function
*0 0–255 Sets the 3rd component of the network gateway address.

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Table 181: 12k- Gateway Address 4

Range Function
*100 0–255 Sets the 4th component of the network gateway address.

NOTICE
The network address can also be set via the Network Address options in Set-up Tools.

Table 182: 12L- IP Address

Range Function
*192 0–255 Sets the 1st component of the soft starter's IP address for Ethernet communications. The IP address is set using
parameter 12L to 12O and the default address is 192.168.0.2.

Table 183: 12M- IP Address 2

Range Function
*168 0–255 Sets the 2nd component of the soft starter's IP address for Ethernet communications.

Table 184: 12N- IP Address 3

Range Function
*0 0–255 Sets the 3rd component of the soft starter's IP address for Ethernet communications.

Table 185: 12O- IP Address 4

Range Function
*2 0–255 Sets the 4th component of the soft starter's IP address for Ethernet communications.

NOTICE
The network address can also be set via the Network Address options in the Set-up Tools.

Table 186: 12P - Subnet Mask

Range Function
*255 0–255 Sets the 1st component of the network subnet mask for Ethernet communications. The subnet mask is set using
parameters 12P to 12S and the default mask is 255.255.255.0.

Table 187: 12Q - Subnet Mask 2

Range Function
*255 0–255 Sets the 2nd component of the network subnet mask for Ethernet communications.

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Table 188: 12R - Subnet Mask 3

Range Function
*255 0–255 Sets the 3rd component of the network subnet mask for Ethernet communications.

Table 189: 12S - Subnet Mask 4

Range Function
*0 0–255 Sets the 4th component of the network subnet mask for Ethernet communications.

NOTICE
The network address can also be set via the Network Address options in the Set-up Tools.

Table 190: 12T - DHCP

Option Function
Selects whether the communications card will accept an IP address assigned by DHCP.
* Disable
Enable
NOTICE
DHCP addressing is available with Modbus TCP and Ethernet/IP. DHCP addressing is not supported with PRO-
FINET.

Table 191: 12U - Location ID

Range Function
*0 0–65535 Sets the soft starter's unique location ID.

10.17 Parameter Group 20-** Advanced

Table 192: 20A - Tracking Gain

Range Function
*50% 1–200% Fine-tunes the behavior of the adaptive control algorithm.

Table 193: 20B - Pedestal Detect

Range Function
* 80% 0–200% Adjusts the behavior of the adaptive control algorithm for soft stop.

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Table 194: 20C - Bypass Contactor Delay

Range Function
*150 ms 100–2000 Sets the soft starter to match the bypass contactor closing/opening time. Set according to the specifica-
ms tions of the bypass contactor used. If this time is too short, the soft starter will trip.

Table 195: 20D- Model Rating

Range Function
*Model dependent 0020~0580 The soft starter’s internal model reference, as shown on the silver label on the side of the unit.

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NOTICE
This parameter can only be adjusted by authorized servicing agents.

Table 196: 20E- Screen Timeout

Option Function
Sets the timeout for the menu to automatically close if no LCP activity is detected.
* 1 minute
2 minutes
3 minutes
4 minutes
5 minutes

Table 197: 20F - Motor Connection

Option Function
Selects whether the soft starter will automatically detect the format of the connection to the motor.
* Auto-detect
In-line
Inside delta

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10.18 Parameter Group 30-** Pump Input Configuration

Table 198: 30A - Pressure Sensor Type

Option Function
Selects which type of sensor is associated with the pressure sensor input on the smart card.
* None
Switch
Analog

Table 199: 30B - Pressure Units

Option Function
Selects which units the sensor will use to report the measured pressure.
Bar
* kPa
Psi

Table 200: 30C - Pressure at 4 mA

Range Function
*0 0–5000 Calibrates the soft starter to the 4 mA (0%) level of the pressure sensor input.

Table 201: 30D - Pressure at 20 mA

Range Function
*0 0–5000 Calibrates the soft starter to the 20 mA (100%) level of the pressure sensor input.

Table 202: 30E - Flow Sensor Type

Option Function
Selects which type of sensor is associated with the flow sensor input on the smart card.
* None
Switch
Analog
Pulses per minute
Pulses per unit

Table 203: 30F - Flow Units

Option Function
Selects which units the sensor will use to report the measured flow.
* liters/second
liters/minute

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Option Function
gallons/second
gallons/minute

Table 204: 30G - Flow at 4 mA

Range Function
*0 0–5000 Calibrates the soft starter to the 4 mA (0%) level of the flow sensor input.

Table 205: 30H - Flow at 20 mA

Range Function
*0 0–5000 Calibrates the soft starter to the 20 mA (100%) level of the flow sensor input.

Table 206: 30I - Units per Minute at Max Flow

Range Function
*0 0 – 5000 Calibrates the soft starter to the maximum flow volume of the flow sensor.

Table 207: 30J - Pulses per Minute at Max Flow

Range Function
*0 0 – 20000 Calibrates the soft starter to the maximum flow volume of the flow sensor.

Table 208: 30K - Units per Puls

Range Function
*0 0 – 1000 Set to match how many units the flow sensor will measure for each pulse.

Table 209: 30L - Depth Sensor Type

Option Function
Selects which type of sensor is associated with the depth sensor input on the smart card.
* None
Switch
Analog

Table 210: 30M - Depth Units

Option Function
Selects which units the sensor will use to report the measured depth.
* meters
feet

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Table 211: 30N - Depth at 4 mA

Range Function
*0 0–1000 Calibrates the soft starter to the 4 mA (0%) level of the depth sensor input.

Table 212: 30O - Depth at 20 mA

Range Function
*0 0–1000 Calibrates the soft starter to the 20 mA (100%) level of the depth sensor input.

10.19 Parameter Group 31-** Flow Protection

NOTICE
The parameters in this group are only active if a smart card is installed.

Flow protection uses termianls B33, B34 or C23, C24 on the smart card.

Table 213: 31A - High Flow Trip Level

Range Function
*10 0–5000 Sets the trip point for high flow protection.

Table 214: 31B - Low Flow Trip Level

Range Function
*5 1–5000 Sets the trip point for low flow protection.

Table 215: 31C - Flow Start Delay

Range Function
*00:00:500 ms 00:00:100– Sets a delay before a flow protection trip can occur. The delay is counted from the time a start
30:00:000 signal is received. The flow level is ignored until the start delay has elapsed.
mm:ss:ms

Table 216: 31D - Flow Response Delay

Range Function
* 00:00:500 ms 00:00:100–30:00:000 Sets a delay between the flow passing the high or low flow trip levels, and the soft start-
mm:ss:ms er tripping.

10.20 Parameter Group 32-** Pressure Protection

NOTICE
The parameters in this group are only active if a smart card is installed.

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Pressure protection uses terminals B23, B24 or C33, C34, C44 on the smart card.

Table 217: 32A - High Pressure Trip Level

Range Function
*10 0–5000 Sets the trip point for high pressure protection.

Table 218: 32B - High Pressure Start Delay

Range Function
* 0.5 s 00:00:100 – Sets a delay before a high pressure protection trip can occur. The delay is counted from the time a
30:00:000 start signal is received. The pressure is ignored until the start delay has elapsed.
mm:ss:ms

Table 219: 32C - High Pressure Response Delay

Range Function
* 0.5 s 00:00:100–30:00:000 Sets a delay between the pressure passing the high pressure trip level, and the soft starter trip-
mm:ss:ms ping.

Table 220: 32D - Low Pressure Trip Level

Range Function
*5 0–5000 Sets the trip point for low pressure protection.

Table 221: 32E - Low Pressure Start Delay

Range Function
* 0.5 s 00:00:100– Sets a delay before a low pressure protection trip can occur. The delay is counted from the time a
30:00:000 start signal is received.
mm:ss:ms
The pressure is ignored until the start delay has elapsed.

Table 222: 32F - Low Pressure Response Delay

Range Function
* 0.5 s 00:00:100–30:00:000 Sets a delay between the pressure passing the low pressure trip level, and the soft starter trip-
mm:ss:ms ping.

10.21 Parameter Group 33-** Pressure Control

NOTICE
The parameters in this group are only active if a smart card is installed.

Pressure control uses terminals B23, B24 on the smart card. Use an anlog 4–20 mA sensor.

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Table 223: 33A - Pressure Control Mode

Option Function
Selects how the soft starter uses data from the pressure sensor to control the motor.
* Off The soft starter does not use the pressure sensor to control soft starting.
Falling Pressure The soft starter starts when the pressure drops below the level selected in Parameter 33B Start Pressure
Start Level.
Rising Pressure The soft starter starts when the pressure rises above the level selected in Parameter 33B Start Pressure Level.
Start

Table 224: 33B - Start Pressure Level

Range Function
*5 1–5000 Sets the pressure level to trigger the soft starter to perform a soft start.

Table 225: 33C - Start Response Delay

Range Function
* 0.5 s 00:00:100–30:00:000 Sets a delay between the pressure passing the pressure control start level, and the soft starter
mm:ss:ms performing a soft start.

Table 226: 33D - Stop Pressure Level

Range Function
* 10 0–5000 Sets the pressure level to trigger the soft starter to stop the motor.

Table 227: 33E - Stop Response Delay

Range Function
* 0.5 s 00:00:100–30:00:000 Sets a delay between the pressure passing the pressure control stop level, and the soft starter
mm:ss:ms stopping the motor.

10.22 Parameter Group 34-** Depth Protection

NOTICE
The parameters in this group are only active if a smart card is installed.

Depth protection uses terminals B13, B14 or C13, C14 on the smart card.

Table 228: 34A - Depth Trip Level

Range Function
*5 0–1000 Sets the trip point for depth protection.

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Table 229: 34B - Depth Reset Level

Range Function
* 10 0–1000 Sets the level for the soft starter to auto-reset a depth trip.

Table 230: 34C - Depth Start Delay

Range Function
* 0.5 s 00:00:100– Sets a delay before a depth protection trip can occur. The delay is counted from the time a start sig-
30:00:000 nal is received. The depth input is ignored until the start delay has elapsed.
mm:ss:ms

Table 231: 34D - Depth Response Delay

Range Function
* 0.5 s 00:00:100–30:00:000 Sets a delay between the depth passing the depth protection trip level, and the soft starter trip-
mm:ss:ms ping.

10.23 Parameter Group 35-** Thermal Protection

NOTICE
The parameters in this group are only active if a smart card is installed.

Table 232: 35A - Temperature Sensor Type

Option Function
Selects which type of sensor is associated with the temperature sensor input on the smart card.
* None
PTT100

Table 233: 35B - Temperature Trip Level

Range Function
* 40 °C 0–240 °C Sets the trip point for temperature protection. Use Parameter 10B Temperature Scale to configure the tempera-
ture scale.

10.24 Parameter Group 36-** Pump Trip Action

Table 234: 36A - Pressure Sensor

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response if it detects a fault with the pressure sensor.
* Soft and Trip Log
Soft Trip and Reset

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Option Function
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 235: 36B - Flow Sensor

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response if it detects a fault with the flow sensor.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 236: 36C - Depth Sensor

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response if it detects a fault with the depth sensor.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 237: 36D - High Pressure

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response if the pressure exceeds the high pressure trip level (parameter 32A High
Pressure Trip Level) or the high pressure switch sensor closes.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

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Table 238: 36E - Low Pressure

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response if the pressure drops below the low pressure trip level (parameter 32D
Low Pressure Trip Level) or the low pressure sensor switch closes.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 239: 36F - High Flow

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response if the flow exceeds the high flow trip level (parameter 31A High Flow Trip
Level).
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 240: 36G - Low Flow

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response if the flow drops below the low flow trip level (set in parameter 31B Low
Flow Trip Level).
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 241: 36H - Flow Switch

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response if the flow sensor closes (switch type sensors only).
* Soft Trip and Log

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Option Function
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 242: 36I - Well Depth

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response if the depth drops below the depth trip level (parameter 34A Depth Trip
Level) or the depth switch sensor closes.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

Table 243: 36J - RTD/PT100 B

Option Function
Selects the soft starter's response to the protection event.
* Soft Trip and Log
Soft Trip and Reset
Trip Starter
Trip and Reset
Warn and Log
Log Only

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11 Application Examples

11.1 Smart Card - Pump Control and Protection

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 smart card is ideal for appplications with extensive external inputs, such as pumping situations where
external sensors provide additional protection to the pump and motor.

In this example, the MCD 600 controls a bore pump via scheduled start/stop operation. The control panel is fitted with a 3-way selector
allowing Auto Run, Stop, or Manual Run. Three 4–20 mA transducers are used to monitor water depth, pipe pressure, and flow.

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LOGS GRAPH TOOLS

COM+ C44
DIGITAL INPUTS

C43
A START C34
B C33
C C24
C23
C14
DI-A C13
A DI-B R3
RTD

B R2 6
C R1
4/20mA INPUTS

B34
K1 B33
B24
14 B23
7
13 B14
B13
A9
2 A7
A8

1/L1 2/T1
3 3/L2 4/T2
5/L3 6/T3
F1 K1

1 Digital inputs 2 Control voltage

3 Three-phase supply 4 Smart card

5 Remote LCP (optional) 6 Pressure sensor

7 Flow sensor 8 Depth sensor

9 Temperature sensor A Manual start

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B Manual stop C Automatic operation (scheduled start/stop)

K1 Main contactor RESET, COM+ Reset input

START, COM+ Start/stop input DI-A, COM+ Programmable input A (set = Command Override:
Digital)
13, 14 Main contactor output
R1, R2, R3 Motor temperature protection
B33, B34 Flow protection
B23, B24 Pressure protection
B13, B14 Depth protection

Illustration 37: Application Example, Pump Control and Protection

Parameter settings:
• Parameter 1A Command Source: Select Smart Card + Clock.
• Parameters 4A to 4X Auto-Start/Stop: Set as required.
• Parameter 7A Input A Function: Select Command Override: Digital.
• Parameters 30A to 30O Pump Input Configuration: Set as required.
• Parameter 31A to 31D Flow Protection: Set as required.
• Parameter 32A to 32F Pressure Protection: Set as required.
• Parameter 34A to 34D Depth Protection: Set as required.
• Parameter 35A to 35B Thermal Protection: Set as required.

11.2 Smart Card - Level-controlled Pump Activation

The VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 smart card can be used to control start/stop activation of the soft starter, based on information from
external inputs.

In this example, the MCD 600 controls a pump which fills a tank with maximum and minimum water levels. A pressure sensor is used to
monitor the level of water in the tank and trigger the pump to fill the tank when water drops below the minimum level, and shut off
the pump when the maximum water level is reached.

A 3-way selector switch allows the user to override sensor-based control and manually start and stop the motor.

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DIGITAL INPUTS
C43
A START C34
B C33 5
C C24
C23
C14
DI-A C13
A DI-B R3
RTD

B R2
C R1
6
4/20mA INPUTS

B34
K1 B33
B24
14 B23
13 B14 7
B13
A9
2 A7
A8

1/L1 2/T1 8
3 3/L2 4/T2
5/L3 6/T3
F1 K1

1 Digital inputs 2 Control voltage

3 Three-phase supply 4 Smart card

5 Maximum water level 6 Flow sensor

7 Pressure sensor 8 Minimum water level

K1 Main contactor RESET, COM+ Reset input

START, COM+ Start/stop input DI-A, COM+ Programmable input A (set = Command Override:
Digital)
13, 14 Main contactor output
B33, B34 Flow protection
B23, B24 Pressure or depth-based control

Illustration 38: Application Example, Level-controlled Pump Activation

Parameter settings:
• Parameter 1A Command Source: Select Smart Card.
• Parameter 7A Input A Function: Select Command Override: Digital.
• Parameters 30A to 30O Pump Input Configuration: Set as required.
• Parameter 31A to 31D Flow Protection: Set as required.
• Parameter 33A to 33E Pressure Control: Set as required.

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12 Troubleshooting

12.1 Protection Responses

When a protection condition is detected, the soft starter writes this to the event log and may also trip or issue a warning. The soft
starter's response depends on the settings in parameter group 6-** Protection Action.

Some protection responses cannot be adjusted by the user. These trips are usually caused by external events (such as phase loss) or by
a fault within the soft starter. These trips do not have associated parameters and cannot be set to Warn or Log.

If the soft starter trips, identify and clear the condition that triggered the trip, then reset the soft starter before restarting. To reset the
soft starter, press [Reset] on the LCP or activate the reset remote input.

If the soft starter has issued a warning, it resets itself once the cause of the warning has been resolved.

12.2 Trip Messages

Table 244: Trip Messages

Display Possible cause/suggested solution

2-phase This message is shown if the soft starter has tripped on Lx-Tx shorted during the prestart checks and PowerThrough
Damaged is enabled. It indicates that the soft soft starter now operates in PowerThrough mode (2-phase control only). Check
SCR for either a shorted SCR or a short within the bypass contactor. Related parameter:
• Parameter 6S Shorted SCR Action.
Battery/ A verification error has occurred on the real-time clock, or the back-up battery voltage is low. If the battery is low and
clock the power is off, date/time settings are lost. Reprogram the date and time. The battery is not removable. To replace
the battery, the main control PCB must be replaced. Related parameter:
• Parameter 6T Battery Clock.
Bypass This trip is not adjusted. Bypass overload protection protects the soft starter from severe operating overloads while
overload running. The soft starter trips if it detects overcurrent at 600% of the contactor rating. Related parameters: None.
Current im- Problems with the motor, the environment, or the installation can cause current imbalance, such as:
balance • An imbalance in the incoming mains voltage.
• A problem with the motor windings.
• A light load on the motor.
• A phase loss on mains terminals L1, L2, or L3 during Run mode.
• An SCR that has failed open circuit. A failed SCR can only be diagnosed accurately by replacing the SCR and
checking the soft starter performance.
Related parameters:
• Parameter 5A Current Imbalance.
• Parameter 5B Current Imbalance Delay.
• Parameter 6C Current Imbalance.
Current Where X is 1, 2, or 3. Internal fault (PCB fault). The output from the current transformer circuit is not close enough to
read err lx 0 when the SCRs are turned off. Contact the local Danfoss supplier for advice. Related parameters: None.
Depth sen- The smart card has detected a fault with the depth sensor. Related parameters:
sor • Parameter 30L Depth Sensor Type.
• Parameter 36C Depth Sensor.

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Display Possible cause/suggested solution

EEPROM An error occurred loading data from the EEPROM to RAM when the LCP powered up. If the problem persists, contact
fail the local distributor. Related parameters: None.
Excess start Excess start time trip can occur under the following conditions:
time • Parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current is not appropriate for the motor.
• Parameter 2D Current Limit has been set too low.
• Parameter 2B Start Ramp Time has been set greater than the setting for parameter 5O Excess Start Time.
• Parameter 2B Start Ramp Time is set too short for a high inertia load when using adaptive control.
Related parameters:
• Parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current.
• Parameter 2B Start Ramp Time.
• Parameter 2D Current Limit.
• Parameter 3D Start Ramp Time-2.
• Parameter 3F Current Limit-2.
Firing fails Where X is phase 1, 2, or 3. The SCR did not fire as expected. Check for faulty SCRs and internal wiring faults. Related
px parameters: None.
FLC too If the soft starter is connected to the motor using inside delta configuration, the soft starter may not be correctly
high detecting the connection. Contact the local supplier for advice. Related parameters:
• Parameter 20F Motor Connection
Flow sensor The smart card has detected a fault with the flow sensor. Related parameters:
• Parameter 30E Flow Sensor Type.
• Parameter 36B Flow Sensor.
Flow switch The flow switch sensor (smart card terminals C23, C24) has closed. Related parameters:
• Parameter 30E Flow Sensor Type.
• Parameter 36H Flow Switch.
Frequency This trip is not adjustable. The mains frequency is outside of the specified range. Check for other equipment in the
area that could be affecting the mains supply, particularly frequency converters and switch mode power supplies
(SMPS). If the soft starter is connected to a generator-set supply, the generator may be too small or could have a
speed control problem. Related parameter:
• Parameter 6O Frequency.
Heat sink • Check that bypass contactors are operating.
overtem- • Check that cooling fans are operating (MCD6-0064B~MCD6-0579B).
perature
• If mounted in an enclosure, check if ventilation is adequate.
• Mount the VLT® Soft Starter MCD 600 vertically.
Related parameters: None.
High flow The flow sensor connected to the smart card has activated high-flow protection. Related parameters:
• Parameter 30E Flow Sensor Type.
• Parameter 30G Flow at 4 mA.
• Parameter 30H Flow at 20 mA.
• Parameter 31A High Flow Trip Level.
• Parameter 31C Flow Start Delay.
• Parameter 31D Flow Response Delay.
• Parameter 36F High Flow.

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High pres- The pressure sensor connected to the smart card has activated high-flow protection. Related parameters:
sure • Parameter 30A Pressure Sensor Type.
• Parameter 30C Pressure at 4 mA.
• Parameter 30D Pressure at 20 mA.
• Parameter 32A High Pressure Trip Level.
• Parameter 32B High Pressure Start Delay.
• Parameter 32C High Pressure Response Delay.
• Parameter 36D High Pressure.
Input A trip The programmable input is set to a trip function and has activated. Resolve the trigger condition. Related parame-
ters:
Input B trip • Parameter 7A Input A Function.
• Parameter 7B Input A Trip.
• Parameter 7C Input A Trip Delay.
• Parameter 7D Input A Initial Delay.
• Parameter 7E Input B Function.
• Parameter 7F Input B Trip.
• Parameter 7G Input B Trip Delay.
• Parameter 7H Input B Initial Delay.
Instant This trip is not adjustable. The current on all 3 phases has exceeded 7.2 times the value of parameter 1B Motor Full
overcurrent Load Current. Causes can include a locked rotor condition or an electrical fault in the motor or cabling. Related pa-
rameters: None.
Internal Where X is a number. This trip is not adjustable. The soft starter has tripped on an internal fault. Contact the local
fault X supplier with the fault code (X).
Internal The soft starter firmware does not match the hardware.
fault 88
LCP discon- Parameter 1A Command Source is set to Remote Keypad, but the soft starter cannot detect a remote LCP. If a remote
nected LCP is installed, check that the cable is firmly connected to the soft starter. If no remote LCP is installed, change the
setting of parameter 1A Command Source. Related parameters:
• Parameter 1A Command Source.
L1 phase This trip is not adjustable. During prestart checks, the soft starter has detected a phase loss as indicated. In run state,
loss the soft starter has detected that the current on the affected phase has dropped below 2% of the programmed mo-
tor FLC for more than 1 s. This current drop indicates that either the incoming phase or connection to the motor has
L2 phase been lost. For the soft starter and the motor, check:
loss
• The supply connections.
L3 phase
• The input connections.
loss
• The output connections.
Related parameters: None.
L1-T1 shor- During prestart checks, the soft starter has detected a short-circuited SCR or a short circuit within the bypass contac-
ted tor as indicated. Consider using PowerThrough to allow operation until the soft starter can be repaired. Related pa-
rameters:
L2-T2 shor-
ted • Parameter 6S Shorted SCR Action.

L3-T3 shor-
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Low control The soft starter has detected a drop in the internal control voltage.
volts • Check the external control supply (terminals A7, A8, A9) and reset the soft starter.
If the external control supply is stable:
• Check if the 24 V supply on the main control PCB is faulty; or
• Check if the bypass driver PCB is faulty. Contact the local supplier for advice.
This protection is not active in ready state. Related parameters: None.
Low flow The flow sensor connceted to the smart card has activated low flow protection. Related parameters:
• Parameter 30E Flow Sensor Type.
• Parameter 30G Flow at 4 mA.
• Parameter 30H Flow at 20 mA.
• Parameter 31B Low Flow Trip Level.
• Parameter 31C Flow Start Delay.
• Parameter 31D Flow Response Delay.
• Parameter 36G Low Flow.
Low pres- The pressure sensor connected to the smart card has activated low pressure protection. Related parameters:
sure • Parameter 30A Pressure Sensor Type.
• Parameter 30C Pressure at 4 mA.
• Parameter 30D Pressure at 20 mA.
• Parameter 32D Low Pressure Trip Level.
• Parameter 32E Low Pressure Start Delay.
• Parameter 32F Low Pressure Response Delay.
• Parameter 36E Low Pressure.
Low water The depth sensor connected to the smart card has activated depth protection. Related parameters:
• Parameter 30L Depth Sensor Type.
• Parameter 30N Depth at 4 mA.
• Parameter 30O Depth at 20 mA.
• Parameter 34A Depth Trip Level.
• Parameter 34B Depth Reset Level.
• Parameter 34C Depth Start Relay.
• Parameter 36I Well Depth.
Motor Con- Where X is 1, 2, or 3. The motor is connected correctly to the soft starter.
nection Tx • Check individual motor connections to the soft starter for power circuit continuity.
• Check connections at the motor terminal box.
This trip is not adjustable. Related parameters: None.

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Motor over- The motor has reached its maximum thermal capacity. The following can cause overload:
load • The soft starter protection settings do not match the motor thermal capacity.
• Excessive starts per hour or start duration.
• Excessive current.
• Damage to the motor windings.
Resolve the cause of the overload and allow the motor to cool. Related parameters:
• Parameter 1B Motor Full Load Current.
• Parameter 1D Locked Rotor Time.
• Parameter 1E Locked Rotor Current.
• Parameter 1F Motor Service Factor.
• Parameter 5O Excess Start Time.
• Parameter 6J Excess Start Time.

NOTICE
Parameters 1D to 1F determine the trip current for motor overload protection. The default settings of param-
eters 1D to 1F provide motor thermal protection Class 10, trip current 105% of FLA, or equivalent.

Motor ther- The motor thermistor input has been enabled and:
mistor • The resistance at the thermistor input has exceeded 3.6 kΩ for more than 1 s.
• The motor winding has overheated. Identify the cause of the overheating and allow the motor to cool before
restarting.
• The motor thermistor input has been opened.

NOTICE
If thermistors have previously been connected to the soft starter but are no longer required, use the thermis-
tor reset function to disable the thermistor.

Related parameters:
• Parameter 6Q Motor Overtemperature.
Network The network master has sent a trip command to the soft starter, or there could be a network communication prob-
communi- lem. Check the network for causes of communication inactivity. Related parameters:
cation • Parameter 6M Network Communications.
Not ready • The reset input may be active. If the reset input is active, the soft starter will not operate.
• The soft starter may be waiting for the restart delay to elapse. The length of the restart delay is controlled by
parameter 5P Restart Delay.
Related parameters:
• Parameter 5P Restart Delay.
Overcur- The overcurrent has exceeded the level set in parameter 5E Overcurrent for longer than the time set in parameter 5F
rent Overcurrent Delay. Causes can include a momentary overload condition. Related parameters:
• Parameter 5E Overcurrent.
• Parameter 5F Overcurrent Delay.
• Parameter 6E Overcurrent.

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Overpower The motor has experienced a sharp rise in power. Causes can include a momentary overload condition which has
exceeded the adjustable delay time. Related parameters:
• Parameter 5M Overpower.
• Parameter 5N Overpower Delay.
• Parameter 6I Overpower.
Overvolt- There has been a voltage surge on the mains. Causes can include problems with a transformer tap regulator of off-
age loading of a large transformer load. Related parameters:
• Parameter 5I Overvoltage.
• Parameter 5J Overvoltage Delay.
• Parameter 6G Overvoltage.
Parameter This trip is not adjustable.
out of • A parameter value is outside the valid range. The LCP indicates the first invalid parameter.
range
• An error occurred loading data from the EEPROM to RAM when the LCP powered up.
• The parameter set or values in the LCP do not match the parameters in the soft starter.
• Load User Set has been selected but no saved file is available.
Reset the fault. The soft starter loads the default settings. If the problem persists, contact the local distributor. Rela-
ted parameters: None.
Phase se- The phase sequence on the soft starter mains terminals (L1, L2, L3) is not valid. Check the phase sequence on L1, L2,
quence and L3, and ensure that the setting in parameter 5R Phase Sequence is suitable for the installation. Related parame-
ters:
• Parameter 5R Phase Sequence.
• Parameter 6P Phase Sequence.
Power loss This trip is not adjustable. The soft starter is not receiving mains supply on 1 or more phases when a start command
is given. Check that the main contactor closes when a start command is given and remains closed until the end of a
soft stop. Check the fuses. If testing the soft starter with a small motor, it must draw at least 2% of its minimum FLC
setting on each phase. Related parameters: None.
Pressure The smart card has detected a fault with the pressure sensor. Related parameters:
sensor • Parameter 30A Pressure Sensor Type.
• Parameter 36A Pressure Sensor.
Rating ca- The soft starter is operating beyond its safe capacity. Allow the soft starter to cool. Related parameters: None.
pacity
RTD circuit The smart card has detected a fault with the RTD sensor, or the RTD has activated temperature protection. Related
parameters:
• Parameter 35B Temperature Trip Level.
• Parameter 36J RTD/PT100 B.
SCR Itsm The SCR current surge rating has been exceeded. Related parameters: None.
SCR over- The temperature of the SCRs, calculated by the thermal model, is too high to allow further operation. Wait for the
tempera- soft starter to cool. Related parameters: None.
ture
Starter There is a problem with the connection between the soft starter and the optional communications module. Remove
communi- and reinstall the card. If the problem persists, contact the local distributor. Related parameters: None.
cation

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Starts per The soft starter has already attempted the maximum number of starts in the last 60 minutes. Wait before attempting
hour another start. To determine when the waiting perriod will end, review the log. Related parameters:
• Parameter Starts per Hour.
Thermistor The thermistor input has been enabled and:
cct (ther- • The resistance at the input has dropped below 20 Ω (the cold resistance of most thermistors is above this value)
mistor cir- or
cuit)
• A short circuit has occurred. Check and resolve this condition.
Related parameters: None.
Time - over- The soft starter is internally bypassed and has drawn high current during running. (The 10 A protection curve trip has
current been reached, or the motor current has risen to 600% of the motor FLC setting.) Related parameters: None.
Undercur- The motor has experienced a sharp drop in current, caused by loss of load. Causes can include broken components
rent (shafts, belts, or couplings) or a pump running dry. Related parameters:
• Parameter 5C Undercurrent.
• Parameter 5D Undercurrent Delay.
• Parameter 6D Undercurrent.
Underpow- The motor has experienced a sharp drop in power, caused by loss of load. Causes can include broken components
er (shafts, belts, or couplings), or a pump running dry. Related parameters:
• Parameter 5K Underpower.
• Parameter 5L Underpower delay.
• Parameter 6H Underpower.
Undervolt- Mains voltage has dropped below the level selected. Causes can include an undersized supply or adding a large load
age to the system.
Unsuppor- The selected function is not available (for example jog is not supported in inside delta configuration). Related pa-
ted option rameters: None.
VZC fail px Where X is 1, 2, or 3. Internal fault (PCB fault). Contact the local Danfoss supplier for advice. Related parameters:
None.
Zero speed The zero-speed detect input has not closed within the expected duration of a soft stop.
detect • Check that the zero-speed sensor is operating correctly.
• Check that parameter 2Q Brake Current Limit and parameter 5O Excess Start Time are appropriate for the applica-
tion.
Related parameters:
• Parameter 2Q Brake Current Limit.
• Parameter 3S Brake Current Limit-2
• Parameter 5O Excess Start Time.

12.3 General Faults

See table 245 for situations where the soft starter does not operate as expected but neither trips nor issues a warning.

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Symptom Probable cause/suggested solution

The soft starter is not The reset input may be active. If the reset input is active, the soft starter does not operate.
ready.
Simul on display The soft starter is running simulation software. This software is intended for demonstration purposes only
and is not suitable for controlling a motor. Contact the local supplier for advice.
The soft starter does The soft starter only accepts commands from the LCP if parameter 1A Command Source is set to Remote
not respond to the Keypad. Check that the Local LED on the soft starter is on.
[Start] and [Reset]
keys.
The soft starter does • The soft starter only accepts commands from the inputs if parameter 1A Command Source is set to
not respond to com- Digital Input. Check the setting of parameter 1A Command Source.
mands from the con- • The control wiring may be incorrect. Check that the remote start, stop, and reset inputs are config-
trol inputs. ured correctly (see 5.4.3 Start/Stop) for details.
• The signal to the remote inputs may be incorrect. Test the signaling by activating each input in turn.
The soft starter does • The soft starter may be waiting for the restart delay to elapse. Parameter 5P Restart Delay controls the
not respond to a start length of the restart delay.
command from either • The motor may be too hot to allow a start. The soft starter only allows a start when it calculates that
the LCP or the digital the motor has sufficient thermal capacity to complete the start successfully. Wait for the motor to
inputs. cool, before attempting another start.
• The reset input may be active. If the reset input is active, the soft starter does not operate.
• The soft starter may be waiting for control signals via the communications network (parameter 1A
Command Source set to Network).
• The soft starter may be waiting for a scheduled auto-start (parameter 1A Command Source set to
Clock).
Erratic and noisy mo- If the soft starter is connected to the motor using inside delta configuration, the soft starter may not be
tor operation detecting the connection corrcetly. Contack the local supplier for advice.
Remote LCP shows The LCP is not receiving data from the control PCB. Check the cable connection.
Awaiting data
The soft starter does • Start performance may be unstable when using a low motor FLC setting (parameter 1B Motor Full Load
not control the motor Current).
correctly during start. • Install power factor correction (PFC) capacitors on the supply side of the soft starter. Disconnect the
capacitors during starting and stopping. To control a dedicated PFC capacitor contactor, connect the
contactor to a programmable relay set to Run.
• High levels of harmonics on the mains supply side can affect the soft starter performance. If drives are
installed nearby, check that they are properly grounded and filtered.
Motor does not reach • If the start current is too low, the motor does not produce enough torque to accelerate to full speed.
full speed. The soft starter may trip on excess start time.

NOTICE
Make sure that the motor starting parameters are appropriate for the application and that the in-
tended motor starting profile is used. If a programmable input is set to Motor Set Select, check that
the corresponding input is in the expected state.

• Check if the load is jammed. Check the load for severe overloading or a locked rotor situation.

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Symptom Probable cause/suggested solution

Soft stop ends too • The soft stop settings may not be appropriate for the motor and load. Review the settings.
quickly. • If the motor is lightly loaded, soft stop has limited effect.
After selecting adap- • The first adaptive control start is actually constant current so that the soft starter can learn from the
tive control, the motor motor characteristics. Subsequent starts use adaptive control.
used an ordinary start
and/or the second
start was different to
the first.
PowerThrough does • The soft starter trips on Lx-Tx Shorted on the first start attempt after control power is applied. Power-
not operate when se- Through does not operate if control power is cycled between starts.
lected
Parameter settings • Make sure to save the new value by pressing [Store] after adjusting a parameter setting. If pressing
cannot be stored. [Back], the change will not be saved. The soft starter does not show a confirmation.
• Check that parameter 10G Adjustment Lock is set to Read & Write. If the parameter is set to Read Only,
settings can be viewed but not changed.
USB full • The USB drive may not have enough free space available for the selected function.
• The file system on the USB drive may not be compatible with the soft starter. The VLT® Soft Starter
MCD 600 supports FAT32 file systems. The USB functions of the MCD 600 are not compatible with
NTFS file systems.
USB missing A USB function has been selected in the menu, but the product cannot detect a USB drive. Check that the
USB drive has been inserted in the port.
File missing • A USB function has been selected in the menu, but the required file cannot be found.
• Save/load master parameters uses a file called Master_Parameters.par at the top level of the USB
drive. For these functions to work correctly, do not move or rename this file.
File not valid A USB function has been selected in the menu, but the file is not valid.
File empty A USB function has been selected in the menu and the file has been found, but it does not contain the
expected content.
Rating not valid The value selected for parameter 20D Model Rating does not match the soft starter. Set parameter 20D
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13 Appendix

13.1 Symbols and Abbreviations

°C Degrees Celsius

°F Degress Fahrenheit

AC Alternating current

DC Direct current

DOL Direct on-line

EMC Electromagnetic campatibility

FLA Full load amperage

FLC Full load current

FLT Full load torque

IP Ingress protection

LCP Local control panel

PCB Printed circuit board

PELV Protective extra low voltage

PFC Power factor correction

SCCR Short-circuit current rating

TVR Timed voltage ramp

13.2 Conventions

• Numbered lists indicate procedures.

• Bulleted and dashed lists indicate listings of other information where the order of the information is not relevant.
• Bolded text indicates highlighting and section headings.
• Italicized text indicates the following:
- Cross-reference.
- Link.
- Footnote.
- Parameter name.
- Parameter option.
- Parameter group name.
• All dimensions in drawings are in metric values (imperial values in brackets).
• An asterisk (*) indicates the default setting of a parameter.

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Index

A Fieldbus protocols 17
Adaptive control 123, 130 File formats 41
Adaptive control start 57 File locations 41
Adaptive control stop 59 FLC 18, 66, 123, 129, 131
Additional resources 8 FLT 66, 131
Adjustable delay time 127 Full load current 14
Auto-start 42 See FLC
Auto-stop 42 Fuses 20, 20, 21

B G
Bypass contactor 124 Gain setting 58
Bypass overload 122 General faults 129

C I
Certification 24 IEC fuses 20
Circuit breakers 21 In-line connection 123
Clearances 16 Input A trip 124
Coast to stop 59 Input B trip 124
Communication options 13 Inside delta 66
Constant current 55 Inside delta configuration 123
Control input 129
Conventions 131 J
Current imbalance 122 Jog 65
Current ramp 56
Current ratings, in-line installation 14 K
Current ratings, inside delta installation 15 Kickstart 58

D L
Date and time 38 LCP 131
DC brake 60, 62 LCP, local 47
DOL 131 LCP, remote 48
LED descriptions 49
E Load settings 39
Emergency mode 53 Low battery 122
Ethernet 42 Low flow 125
Excess start time 123, 129 Low pressure 125
External control supply 125
External zero-speed sensor 62 M
Main contactor 127
F Mains supply 123
Fault finding 129 Maximum fuse rating 20, 21
Features 12 Motor branch circuit 20

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Motor connection 125 Starting profile 129

Motor overload 126 Stop command 52
Motor thermistor 27, 126 Supply connection 124
Motor windings 122 Symbols 9

N T
Network address 43 Terminal A7 125
Network communication 126 Terminal A8 125
Terminal A9 125
O Thermal capacity 126, 129
Overcurrent 124 Thermal model 45
Thermistor 128
Timed voltage ramp 59
P
See TVR
Peak currents 20
Trip behavior 54
Performance graph 51
TVR 59, 59, 131
Power correction capacitor 129
Power loss 127
PowerThrough 53, 94, 122, 130 U
Programmable input 123 UL compliance 31, 33
Protection settings 126 Undercurrent 128
Protocols 17 USB 29, 40, 41, 130

Q
Quick set-up 36

R
Real-time clock 122
Remote LCP 124
Reset 122
Reset command 52
Reset input 28
Reset thermistors 45
Reverse operation 64

S
Save settings 39
SCR 122
SCR, failed 122
Secondary motor settings 67
Semiconductor fuses 22
Short circuit 124
Simulation 38
Simulation software 129
Soft braking 62
Start command 52

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