Inspection prior to start up – Bell & Gossett 176R0649C Technologic 502 Series Pump Controller User Manual

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Inspection Prior to Start Up

Before applying power to the unit, inspect the entire

installation as detailed in Table 4-1.

Table 4-1. Inspection Prior to Start Up

CHECKED BY:__________________________

DATE:__________________

Inspect For

Description

3

Auxiliary equipment

Look for auxiliary equipment, switches, disconnects, or input fuses/circuit

breakers that may reside on input power side of drive or output side to motor.

Examine their operational readiness and ensure they are ready in all respects

for operation at full speed. Check function and installation of pressure

sensors or encoders (etc.) used for feedback to drive. Remove power factor

correction caps on motor(s), if present.

Cable routing

Ensure that input power, motor wiring and control wiring are in three separate

metallic conduits for high frequency noise isolation. Failure to isolate

power, motor and control wiring could result in less than optimum drive and

associated equipment performance.

Control wiring

Check for broken or damaged wires and connections. Check the voltage

source of the signals, if necessary. The use of shielded cable or twisted pair

is recommended. Ensure the shield is terminated correctly.

EMC considerations

Check for proper installation with regard to electromagnetic capability.

Environmental conditions See equipment label for the maximum ambient operating temperature limits.

Temperature is not to exceed 104F (40ºC). Humidity levels must be less than

95% non-condensing.

Fan clearance

Cooling fan are located below the drive and require sufficient clearance for

fan removal. See the installation drawing supplied with the unit for clearance

requirements.

Proper clearance

Units require top and bottom clearance adequate to ensure proper air flow for

cooling in accordance with the unit size.

Fusing and circuit

breakers

Check that all fuses are inserted firmly and in operational condition and that

all circuit breakers are in the open position.

Grounding

The equipment requires a dedicated ground wire from its chassis to the

building ground. It is highly recommended that the motor be grounded to

the backpanel chassis. The use of conduit or mounting of the backpanel to

a metal surface is not considered a suitable ground. Check for good ground

connections that are tight and free of oxidation.

Input and output power

wiring

Check for loose connections. Check for proper fusing or circuit breakers.

Panel interior

Equipment interior must be free of dirt, metal chips, moisture, and corrosion.

Check for harmful airborne contaminates such as sulfur based compounds.

Switches

Ensure that all switch and disconnect settings are in the proper position.

Vibration

Look for any unusual amount of vibration the equipment may be subjected to.

The panel should be mounted solidly or use shock mounts as necessary.

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