Toshiba VF-nC1 User Manual

TOSVERT VF-nC1 Instruction ManualIndustrial InverterTOSHIBA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION13131 West Little York RD., Houston, TX 77041, U.S.ATEL: +1-713-

E6581090A-11Rated output currentand capacityPower supplyInverter typeApplicablemotor labelWarning labelPower supplyMotor capacityPet nameApplicablemot

E6581090H-388.2 Display of trip informationIf the inverter trips, an error code is displayed to suggest the cause. In the status monitor mode, allt

E6581090H-48 Example of call-up of trip informationItemdisplayedKeyoperatedLEDdisplayCommunicationNo.DescriptionQRStatus monitor mode (The code blink

E6581090H-58(Continued)ItemdisplayedKeyoperatedLEDdisplayCommunicationNo.DescriptionCPU1versionX FE08 The version of the CPU1 is displayed.CPU2vers

E6581090I-199. Taking measures to satisfy the CE / UL / CSA9.1 Compliance with CE Marking9.1.1 AbstractIn Europe, EMC directive is enforced

E6581090I-299.1.3 Compliance with EMC directive9.1.3.1 The model, noise filter inside(1) Single-phase 200V class : VFNC1S-2002PL to 2022P

E6581090I-399.1.3.2 The models without EMI filters(1) Shingle-phase 100V class : VFNC1-1001P to 1007PThree-phase 200V class : VFNC1-2001P to 2022PShin

E6581090I-49(6) Installation of the zero-phase and/or the ferrite core can also effectively reduce the radiatednoise further. (Input or/and output of

E6581090I-59【Accessories for countermeasure】- Shielded cable : Showa electric Wire & Cable Co. LTD.Type form/ CV-S, 600V or less- Shielded cable :

E6581090I-699.1.5 Compliance with Low voltage directivePlease carry out the below mentioned countermeasures for the Low Voltage Directiv

E6581090I-79Tab le 4. AIC and fuseVoltage classCapacity ofapplicable motor(kW)Inverter modelAIC(Interruptingcapacity）Fuse class andcurrents（A）0.1 VFN

E6581090A-211.3 Name and function of each part1.3.1 Operation keypad panelRUN keyPressing this key whilethe RUN key lamp islighted starts

E6581090J-11010. Peripheral devices　　DangerMandatory• When using wiring materials and their optional devices for the inverter, they mustbe installed i

E6581090J-210 Selection of wiring devicesNon-fuse circuit breaker (MCCB)Earth leakage break er (ELCB)Magnetic contactor(MC)Overload relay(THR)Witho

E6581090J-31010.2 Installation of a magnetic contactorIf using the inverter without installing a magnetic contactor (MC) in the primary circuit, use a

E6581090K-11111. Table of parameters and data11.1 User parametersTitle Function UnitMinimum settingunit Panel/CommunicationAdjustment rangeDefaultsett

E6581090K-211TitleCommunicationNo.Function UnitMinimum settingunit Panel/CommunicationAdjustment rangeDefaultsettingUsersettingReferenceV[R 0007 Stand

E6581090K-31111.3 Extended parameters　• Input/output parametersTitleCommunicationNo.Function UnitMinimum settingunit Panel/CommunicationAdjustment ran

E6581090K-411　• Frequency parametersTitleCommunicationNo.Function UnitMinimum settingunit Panel/CommunicationAdjustment rangeDefaultsettingUsersetting

E6581090K-511　• Operation mode parametersTitleCommunicationNo.Function UnitMinimum setting unitPanel/CommunicationAdjustment rangeDefaultsettingUserse

E6581090K-611　• Acceleration/deceleration time parametersTitleCommunicationNo.Function UnitMinimum settingunit Panel/CommunicationAdjustment rangeDefa

E6581090K-711　• Operation panel parametersTitleCommunicationNo.Function UnitMinimum settingunit Panel/CommunicationAdjustment rangeDefaultsettingUsers

E6581090A-31[Front panel]Front coverCharge lampIndicates that high voltage is stillpresent within the inverter. Do notopen the terminal board cover wh

E6581090K-811 Default settings by inverter ratingTor q ue b o o s t M otor ratedcurrentNo-loadcurrentInverter modelXD / HH HVFNC1S-1001P 8.5

E6581090K-911 Table of input terminal functions 1FunctionNo.Code Function Action0- No function is assigned No action1ST Standby terminal ON : Standby,

E6581090K-1011 Table of input terminal functions 2FunctionNo.Code Function Action29 R+SS4Combination of reverse run and presetspeed command 4ON : Simu

E6581090K-1111 Table of output terminal functions 1FunctionNo.Code Function Action0LL Frequency lower limitON : Output frequency higher than NN settin

E6581090K-1211 Order of precedence of combined functions　　　　XX: Impossible combination, X: Invalid, +: Valid under some conditions, O: Valid, @: Prior

E6581090L-11212. Specifications12.1 Models and their standard specifications Standard specificationsItem SpecificationInput voltage 3-phase 200VApplic

E6581090L-212Item SpecificationInput voltage1-phase 100VApplicable motor (kW)0.1 0.2 0.4 0.75 1.5 2.2TypeVFNC1SForm1001P 1002P 1004P 1007P - -Capacity

E6581090L-312Item SpecificationControl system Sinusoidal PWM controlRelated output voltageAdjustable of output voltage in base frequency setting by th

E6581090L-41212.2 External dimensions/weights External dimensions/weightsDimensions (mm)Input voltageApplicablemotor (kW)TypeWHDW1H1D1DrawingApprox.we

E6581090M-11313.Before making a service call – Trip information and remedies13.1 Trip causes/warnings and remediesWhen a problem arises, diagnose it i

E6581090A-41Note 1: When installing the inverter where the ambient temperature will rise above 40°C, detachthis caution label.An example of a caution

E6581090M-213(Continued)ErrorcodeAlarmcodeProblem Possible causes RemediesQR 000B Overvoltage duringdeceleration• The deceleration time FGE istoo sho

E6581090M-313(Continued)ErrorcodeAlarmcodeProblem Possible causes Remedies*GRJ0008 Input phase failure• A phase failure occurred in theinput line of

E6581090M-413(Continued)ErrorcodeAlarmcodeProblem Possible causes RemediesG 0033 CPUcommunicationserror• A communications error occursbetween contr

E6581090M-513(Continued)ErrorcodeProblem Possible causes RemediesUVQR Momentary powerfailure slowdownstop prohibitionfunction activated• The slowdown

E6581090M-61313.2 Restoring the inverter from a tripDo not reset the inverter when tripped because of a failure or error before eliminating the cause.

E6581090M-71313.3 If the motor does not run while no trip message is displayed ...If the motor does not run while no trip message is displayed, follow

E6581090M-81313.4 How to determine the causes of other problemsThe following table provides a listing of other problems, their possible causes and rem

E6581090N-11414. Inspection and maintenanceDangerMandatory• The equipment must be inspected every day.If the equipment is not inspected and maintained

E6581090N-21414.2 Periodical inspectionMake a periodical inspection at intervals of 3 or 6 months depending on the operating conditions.DangerMandator

E6581090N-314 Replacement of expendable partsThe inverter is composed of a large number of electronic parts including semiconductor devices.The follow

E6581090A-51Note: The self-up (self-lifting) terminals of VFNC1 are constructed with plastic body and screws,therefore please take following precautio

E6581090N-41414.3 Making a call for servicingFor the Toshiba service network, refer to the back cover of this instruction manual. If defectiveconditi

E6581090O-11515. WarrantyAny part of the inverter that proves defective will be repaired and adjusted free of charge under thefollowing conditions:1.

E6581090P-11616. Disposal of the inverter　　 WarningMandatory• If you throw away the inverter, have it done by a specialist in industry wastedisposal*

TOSVERT VF-nC1 Instruction ManualIndustrial InverterTOSHIBA INTERNATIONAL CORPORATION13131 West Little York RD., Houston, TX 77041, U.S.ATEL: +1-713-

E6581090A-61[Main circuit input terminals][Main circuit output terminals][Main circuit input terminals][Main circuit output terminals]VFNC1S-1001P～100

E6581090A-71[Main circuit input terminals][Main circuit output terminals][Main circuit input terminals][Main circuit output terminals]VFNC1S-1007PVFNC

E6581090A-81Sizes of connectable wiresSolid wire: 0.3 to 1.5 (mm2)Stranded wire: 0.3 to 1.5 (mm2)(AWG: 22 to 16)Sheath strip length: 6 mmDriver bit si

E6581090A-911.4 Notes on the application1.4.1 MotorsWhen the VF-nC1 and the motor are used in conjunction, pay attention to the following it

E6581090A-101Loads that generate negative torqueWhen combined with loads that generate negative torque the protection for overvoltage andovercurrent o

E65810901II. Safety precautionsThe items described in these instructions and on the inverter itself are very important so that youcan use the inverter

E6581090A-111Circuit interrupting when two or more inverters are used on the same power line.MCCB1MCCBn＋1MCCB3MCCB2INV1INV2INVn(circuitinterrupting fu

E6581090A-121Remedies:1. Reduce PWM carrier frequency.The setting of PWM carrier frequency is done with the parameter H.2. Use high frequency remed

E6581090A-1311.4.4 Installation Installation environmentThe VF-nC1 Inverter is an electronic control instrument. Take full consideration to

E6581090A-141• Operate in areas where ambient temperature ranges from -10°C to 50°C. However, wheninstalling the inverter where the ambient temperatur

E6581090A-151 How to install　　DangerProhibited• Do not install and operate the inverter if it is damaged or any component is missing.This can result i

E6581090A-161 Calorific values of the inverter and the required ventilationThe energy loss when the inverter converts power from AC to DC and then bac

E6581090A-171 Installing more than one unit in a cabinetIf you are installing two or more inverters in one cabinet, pay attention to the following.• I

E6581090B-122. Connection　　DangerDisassemblyprohibited• Never disassemble, modify or repair. This can result in electric shock, fire andinjury. For re

E6581090B-22　　WarningProhibited• Do not attach devices with built-in capacitors (such as noise filters or surgeabsorber) to the output (motor side) te

E6581090B-32Main circuitR/L1S/L2T/L3P0 PA PCDC reactor(DCL: option)U/T1V/T2W/T3IMVF-nC1FLCFLBFLAP5VI/S3＊2　＊3CCFRS1S2CCFM/OUT＊2CC＋－MeterP1

E65810902I General operation　　DangerSee itemDisassemblyprohibited• Never disassemble, modify or repair. This can result in electric shock, fire and in

E6581090B-42Main circuitR/L1S/L2T/L3P0 PA PCDC reactor(DCL: option)U/T1V/T2W/T3IMVF-nC1FLCFLBFLAFRS1S2CCFM/OUT＊2CC＋－MeterConnector foropt

E6581090B-52Main circuitR/L1S/L2T/L3P0 PA PCDC reactor(DCL: option)U/T1V/T2W/T3IMVF-nC1FLCFLBFLAP5VI/S3＊2　＊3CCFRS1S2P15FM/OUT＊2CC＋－MeterC

E6581090B-62Main circuitR/L1S/L2T/L3P0 PA PCDC reactor(DCL: option)U/T1V/T2W/T3IMVF-nC1FLCFLBFLAFRS1S2P15FM/OUT＊2CC＋－MeterRyConnector for

E6581090B-722.3 Description of terminals2.3.1 Main circuit terminalsThis diagram shows an example of wiring of the main circuit. Use op

E6581090B-82FLAFLBFLCCCCCCCS2RS1FP5FM/OUTVI/S3P152.3.2 Control circuit terminals (sink logic (common: CC))The control circuit terminal

E6581090B-92Ter mi nal symbolInput/outputFunction Specifications Inverter internal circuitFM/OUTOutputMultifunction programmableoutput.Standard defaul

E6581090B-102Output terminals cannot be switched between sink logic and source logic.See the figures below for connection to sink logic and source log

E6581090C-133. Simple operation　　DangerProhibited• Do not touch inverter terminals when electrical power is connected to the invertereven if the motor

E6581090C-233.1 Simple operation of the VF-nC1The procedures for setting operation frequency and the methods of operation can be selected fromthe foll

E6581090C-333.1.1 How to start and stop(1) Start and stop using the operation panel keys (EOQF : )Use the RUN and STOP keys on the op

E65810903I Transportation  Installation　　 DangerSee itemProhibited• Do not install or operate the inverter if it is damaged or any component is miss

E6581090C-43(2) Setting the frequency using the operation panel (HOQF : )Set the frequency from the operation panel.ً: Moves the frequency upٕ: Mo

E6581090C-532) Setting the frequency using input voltage (0-10V)★Voltage signalSetting frequency using voltage signals(0-10V). For more detailed infor

E6581090D-144. Basic VF-nC1 operationsThe VF-nC1 has the following three monitor modes.Standard monitor mode :The standard inverter mode. This mode is

E6581090D-244.1 How to set parametersThe standard default parameters are programmed before the unit is shipped from the factory.Parameters can be divi

E6581090D-344.1.1 How to set a setup parameterSet the setup parameter according to the logic for control input signals used and the bas

E6581090D-444.1.2 How to set the basic parametersAll of the basic parameters can be set by the same step procedures.[Steps in key entry

E6581090D-544.1.3 How to set extended parametersThe VF-nC1 has extended parameters to allow you to make full use of its functions. All e

E6581090D-64 Example of parameter settingThe steps in setting are as follows. (Example of changing the starting frequency selectionH from  to

E6581090D-74 How to use the wizard functionHere are the steps to follow to set parameters, using the wizard function. (When the basic settingwizard (C

E6581090D-84(2) Searching for a history of changes, using the history function (CWJ) How to use the history f unctionKey operated LED display Operatio

E65810904I　　 DangerSee itemMandatory• Electrical construction work must be done by a qualified expert.Connection of input power by someone who does n

E6581090D-94(3) Searching for and changing parameters, using the user parameter group function ITW How to search for and change parametersFollow the

E6581090D-1044.1.5 Parameters that cannot be changed while runningFor reasons of safety, the following parameters have been set up so

E6581090D-1144.1.6 Returning all parameters to standard default settingSetting the standard default setting parameter V[R to 3, all pa

E6581090E-155. Basic parametersBasic parameters refer to parameters you have to set first before using the inverter.5.1 Selecting an operation mode E

E6581090E-25☆The following control input terminals are always operative, no matter how the EOQF parameter(command mode selection) and the HOQF paramet

E6581090E-35 Adjustment scale with meter adjustment HO parameterConnect meters as shown below.FM/OUTCCMeter: frequencymeter(default setting)VF-nC1The

E6581090E-455.3 Standard default setting V[R : Standard setting mode selectionTitle FunctionAdjustment rangeDefault settingV[RStandard settingmod

E6581090E-555.4 Selecting forward and reverse runs (operation panel only) HT　 : Forward/reverse selection (Operation panel)[Parameter setting]Title

E6581090E-655.6 Maximum frequency HJ : Maximum frequency (Hz)Output frequency (Hz)When HJ = 80HzWhen HJ = 60Hz80Hz60Hz0　　　　　　　　　　　　　 100%　　 Frequ

E6581090E-755.8 Base frequency XN : Base frequency 1 (Hz)Note: This is an important parameter that determines the constant torque control area.Ou

E65810905I　　 WarningSee itemProhibited• Observe all permissible operating ranges of motors and mechanical equipment. (Refer tothe motor's instruc

E6581090E-851) Constant torque characteristic Setting of V/F control mode selection RV to  (V/F constant)This setting is applied to loads, such as c

E6581090E-955.10 Setting the electronic thermal QNO 　 : Electronic thermal protection characteristics　VJT　 : Motor thermal protection level 1 (%)

E6581090E-105Note: The motor overload protection start level is fixed at 30Hz.VJT×0.55VJT×1.0Output frequency (Hz)Output current reduction factor [%]0

E6581090E-115 Motor 150%-overload time limit : H Using the H parameter (motor 150%-overload withstanding time), you can set the time(betwee

E6581090E-125☆SS3 (preset speed 3) and SS4 (preset speed 4) are not assigned to any terminals at the factory.Before use, therefore, assign SS3 and SS4

E6581090F-166. Extended parametersExtended parameters are used for sophisticated operation, fine adjustment and other specialpurposes. Change paramete

E6581090F-26Output frequency [Hz]Time [sec] HLow speed signal output: 4FM/OUT terminal (H)FL terminal (H)ONOFFONOFF0Set frequencyLow speed re

E6581090F-36•FunctionThis parameter is used to switch the function of the VI/S3 terminal between analog signal inputand contact signal input.•Function

E6581090F-46 Setting of contact input terminal functionTer mi na lsymbolTitle FunctionAdjustmentrangeDefault setting– H Analog input/logic input fu

E6581090F-56• FunctionThis parameter is used to switch between sink logic (negative common) and source logic(positive common).3) Sink logic/source log

E65810906IAttach warning labelsShown here are examples of warning labels to prevent, in advance, accidents in relation toinverters, motors and other e

E6581090F-666.2.6 Changing the function of an output terminal H : Output terminal selection 1 (OUT/FM) H : Output terminal selec

E6581090F-76• FunctionThese parameters are used to switch between two different types of motors connectedto the inverter or to change the characteris

E6581090F-866.4 Analog signals for frequency setting6.4.1 Setting frequency command characteristics H : Analog input/logic input

E6581090F-961) Adjustment of 0~10Vdc voltage inputVI terminal•The output frequencywith respect to thevoltage input is adjustedaccording to the selecte

E6581090F-1066.5 Operation frequency6.5.1 Starting frequency H : Starting frequency setting (Hz)• FunctionThe frequency set with the

E6581090F-1166.6 DC braking6.6.1 DC braking H : DC braking starting frequency (Hz) H : DC braking current (%) H : DC brak

E6581090F-1266.7 Jump frequency – Jumping resonant frequencies H : Jump frequency (Hz) H : Jump width (Hz)• FunctionResonance due to the n

E6581090F-136Reduction in rated load currentWhen the PWM carrier frequency is set above 4kHz, the rated current needs to be decreased.Carrier frequenc

E6581090F-146Title Function Adjustment range Default settingHAuto-restart controlselection0: Disabled1: At auto-restart after momentary stop2: When

E6581090F-1566.10.2 Regenerative power ride-through control/slowdown stop control H : Regenerative power ride-through control• Functio

E6581090i―　Contents　―I. Safety precautions･････････････････････････････････････････････････････････････････ 11. Read first････････････････････････････

E6581090F-166Here are typical causes of tripping and the corresponding retry processes.Cause oftrippingRetry process Canceling conditionsMomentarypowe

E6581090F-1766.11 Performing PI control H : PI control H : Proportional (P) gain H : Integral (I) gain•FunctionThese parameters are

E6581090F-1864) Adjusting the PI control gain levelAdjust the PI control gain level according to the process quantity, the feedback signal and the obj

E6581090F-1966.12 Improving torque and speed characteristics6.12.1 Setting motor constants RV　　 : V/F control mode selection XN　　 : Base

E6581090F-206★Enabled if the RV parameter (V/F control mode selection) is set to 3 (slip correction)H : Used to set the rated current (A) of the mo

E6581090F-2162) Changing the acceleration/deceleration time by adjusting the contact input signal– Changing the acceleration/deceleration time, using

E6581090F-2266.14.2 Inverter trip retention H : Inverter trip retention selection• FunctionThis parameter is used to prevent the tripp

E6581090F-236(An example of terminal assignment) Assigning the trip stop function to the R terminalTitle FunctionAdjustment range Default settingH

E6581090F-246• FunctionAn over-torque alarm signal is put out if a torque current exceeding the level set with H(over-torque alarm level) flows for

E6581090F-256<Example of operation>1) If function 12 (OT: over-torque detection) is assigned to the FM/OUT terminal,using the output terminal se

E6581090ii8.2 Display of trip information ･･･････････････････････････････････････････････････････ H-39. Taking measures to satisfy the CE / UL / CSA ･

E6581090F-2666.14.9 Analog input disconnection detection H : Analog input disconnection detection•FunctionThis parameter is used to d

E6581090F-276* Using H, the following parameters can be converted.• A display Display of the monitored current• V display Display of the monitored

E6581090F-2866.15.3 Changing the standard monitoring item H : Selection of monitor display selection• FunctionThis parameter is used to

E6581090F-296 Communications parameters (Common serial options)The data transfer rate, parity type, inverter ID number and communication error trip ti

E6581090F-306<Selective communications>When an operation frequency command is sent from the host computer to No. 3 inverterHost computerINVNo.29

E6581090G-177. Variety of operation7.1 Setting the operation frequencyApplied operation can be performed by selecting the inverter frequency setting,

E6581090G-27(5) Input current setting (4 to 20mAdc) (6) Preset-speed settingFRS1S2VI/S3P15P5CCRUNSTOPFR(SS4)S1S2VI/S3P15P5CCRUNSTOPCurrentsignalHOQF

E6581090G-377.2 Setting the operation modeApplied operation can be performed by selecting the operation mode. To set the operation mode,use the basic

E6581090H-188. Monitoring the operation status8.1 Status monitor modeIn this mode, you can monitor the operation status of the inverter.To d i s p l a

E6581090H-28(Continued)ItemdisplayedKeyoperatedLEDdisplayCommunicationNo.DescriptionCPU1versionX FE08 The version of the CPU1 is displayed.CPU2vers