MVC3 PLUS Series Manual 2.3-15kV (May 2010) by LHR

MVC Plus Series 2.3 - 7.
2kV
MOTORTRONICS
Solid State AC Motor Control
MVC PLUS Series

Medium/High Voltage
Solid State Soft Starters
2.3 - 15kV
INSTALLATION & OPERATION

MANUAL
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PlusSeries
Series Chapter 1: Introduction .....................................................................................................
2.3 - 7.2kV1
1.1 Overview
Medium/High Voltage Solid 1.2 Specifications
State Soft Starters 1.3 Design Features
2.3 - 15 kV 1.4 Structure and Power Bus
1.5 Theory of Operation
1.6 General Protection
Installation & 1.7 Thermal Overload Protection
Operation Manual 1.8 Firing Circuit
1.9 Electronics
Chapter 2: Installation ..................................................................................................... 12

2.1 Receiving and Unpacking
2.2 Initial Unit Inspection
2.3 Location
2.4 Dimensions
2.5 Mounting
2.6 Additional Equipment
2.7 Before Applying Power
2.8 Warnings
2.9 Medium Voltage Power Connections
2.10 Control Connections and MVC Plus-TCB
2.11 Grounding
2.12 Reference Section
Chapter 3: Start-Up ......................................................................................................... 22

3.1 Preliminary Start-up Check List
3.2 Introduction
3.3 Acceleration Adjustments
3.4 Deceleration Adjustments
3.5 Sequence of Normal Operation
3.6 Emergency Bypass Operation
Chapter 4: User Interface and Menu Navigation ............................................................. 26

4.1 Keypad/Operator Interface
4.2 Menu Navigation
Chapter 5: Setpoint Programming .................................................................................. 29

5 .1 Setpoints Page List
5.2 Setpoint Menu
SP.1 Basic Configuration .............................................................................................. 39
SP.2 Starter Configuration ............................................................................................. 40
SP.3 Phase & Ground Settings ..................................................................................... 43
SP.4 Relay Assignment ................................................................................................. 46
SP.5 Relay Configuration .............................................................................................. 48
SP.6 User I/O Configuration .......................................................................................... 49
SP.7 Custom Acceleration Curve .................................................................................. 52
SP.8 Overload Curve Configuration .............................................................................. 55
SP.9 RTD Option Configuration ..................................................................................... 56
SP.10 Set Password ....................................................................................................... 58
SP.11 Communications .................................................................................................... 59
SP.12 System Setpoints .................................................................................................. 60
SP.13 Calibration & Service ............................................................................................ 62
Chapter 6: Metering Pages .............................................................................................. 63

6 .1 Metering Page List
6.2 Metering Menu
Chapter 7: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ................................................................ 73

7.1 Failure Analysis
7.2 Typical Block Diagram
7.3 Overload Curve Definition
7.4 TCB Diagram
7.5 Typical Medium Voltage Soft Starter
7.6 Typical Wiring & Interconnect Diagram for Soft Starter with Line Start Section
7.7 Typical Wiring & Interconnect Diagram for Soft Start Only
7.8 Mechanical Drawings
7.9 Elevation Drawings
7.10 Spare Parts List
7.11 Instructions for Stack Replacement
7.12 Instruction for Low Voltage Test
Chapter 8: Commissioning and Warranty ..................................................................... 104

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MVC Plus Series 2.3 - 15kV
Reference chart
Table or Page Table or Page
Section Section
Drawing Number Drawing Number
1.2 Specifications 1-3 5.2 Setpoint Pg 5 - Relay Configuration 48
1.3 Unit PIV Ratings 4 5.2 Setpoint Pg 6 - User I/O Configuration 49 - 51
Setpoint Pg 7 - Custom Acceleration
1.9 Keypad Operator Interface 10 5.2 52 - 54
Curve
Setpoint Pg 8 - Overload Curve
2.4 Dimensions 12 5.2 55
Configuration
Setpoint Pg 9 - RTD Option
2.9 Torque Specs 14 5.2 56
Configuration
2.10 TCB Diagram 15 5.2 Setpoint Pg 10 - Set Password 58
2.10 TB1 15 5.2 Setpoint Pg 11 - Communications 59
2.10 TB2 16 5.2 Setpoint Pg 12 - System Setpoints 60
2.10 TB3 16 5.2 Setpoint Pg 13 - Calibration & Service 62
2.10 TB4 16 6.1 Metering Page List 63 - 64
2.10 Jumper Selections 17 6.2 Metering Menu 65
2.10 Switch Positions 17 6.2 Metering Pg 1 - Metering Data 66
2.12 Optional RTD Board 18 6.2 Metering Pg 2- Metering 67
2.12 Communications Board 19 6.2 Metering Pg 3 - RTD Values 68
Communications Board Connections:
2.12 19 6.2 Metering Pg 4 - Status 69
RS485 and RS422
2.12 Power Board 20 6.2 Metering Pg 5 - Event Recorder 70
2.12 Power Board Connections 20 6.2 Metering Pg 6 - Last Trip 71
2.12 CPU Board Connections 21 6.2 Metering Pg 7 - Statistics 72
3.3 Acceleration Adjustments 23 7.1 Troubleshooting Charts 73 - 75
3.4 Coasting Stop 23 7.1 SCR Testing Procedure 75
3.4 Accel and Decel Modes 24 7.2 Typical Block Diagram 76
3.5 Sequence of Operation 25 7.3 Overload Curve Definition 77
4.1 Keypad Operator Interface 26 7.4 TCB Diagram 78
4.1 Programming the Operator Interface 26 7.5 Typical Medium Voltage Soft Starter 79
4.2 Menu Navigation 27 7.6 Typical Wiring & Interconnect Diagram 80
Typical Wiring & Interconnect Diagram

4.2 Changing Setpoints Example 28 7.7 82
(Soft Start Only)
5.1 Setpoints Page List 29 - 37 7.9 Mechanical Drawings 84 - 91
5.2 Setpoint Menu 38 7.10 Elevation Drawings 92 - 95
5.2 Setpoint Pg 1 - Basic Configuration 39 7.11 Spare Parts List Charts 95 - 96
5.2 Overload Class Trip Curves 39 7.11 PCB Mounting Order 96
5.2 Setpoint Pg 2 - Starter Configuration 40 7.12 Stack Replacement and PCB Mounting 97
5.2 Jog / Voltage Ramp 41 7.12 Connections for Low Voltage Test 101
Setpoint Pg 3 - Phase & Ground
5.2 43 - 44 7.13 Waveform Diagram 103
Settings
5.2 Overcurrent Trip Delay Graph 44 8.2 Commissioning Settings 105 - 113
5.2 Setpoint Pg 4 - Relay Assignment 46
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Chapter 1 - Introduction
This chapter is an introduction to the Motortronics MVC Plus Series reduced voltage
solid state starter for medium and high voltage AC motors. It describes the basic
configuration, operation and unit features. It is highly recommended that new users
read this section thoroughly to gain a basic understanding of the starter system
before attempting to start up a unit. If you are already familiar with the MVC Plus
Series starter, you may begin setup procedures immediately by proceeding to
Chapter 2 Installation.
1.1 Overview
The standard MVC Plus Series soft starter is a complete NEMA Class E-2
motor controller designed for the starting, protection and control of AC medium(high)
voltage motors. It contains the motor disconnect switch, motor circuit fuses,
control power transformer, a line isolation contactor, SCR stack assemblies, a
bypass contactor, low voltage controls and motor terminal blocks. An optional
soft start only version is also available which is supplied without the control
power transformer, the disconnect switch and line isolation contactor. (The
soft start only model must be used with a customer supplied, mechanically
interlocked line start panel).
1.2 Specifications
Type of Load Three phase AC induction motors or synchronous motors (see addendum)
AC Supply Voltage 2300, 3300, 4160, 7200, 15000 VAC +10% to -15%
2300V 200 HP - 2500HP
3300V 200HP - 3000HP
Nominal HP Ratings 4160V 250HP - 5000HP
6000/7200V 300HP - 7500HP
11 - 15KV 800HP - 15000HP
125% - Continuous
Unit Overload Capacity 500% - 60 seconds
(Percent of motor FLA) 600% - 30 seconds
1 Cycle:up to 14x FLA (internally protected by the programmable short circuit)
Frequency 50 or 60Hz, +2Hz hardware selectable

Power Circuit 6 SCRs, 12 SCRs, 18 SCRs (model dependent)
SCR Peak Inverse
6500V - 21000V (model dependent see Table 1 on page 4)
Voltage Ratings
Phase Insensitivity User selectable phase sequence detection
Transient Voltage Protection RC snubber dv/dt networks (one per SCR power module)
Cooling Convection fan for NEMA1 or NEMA12 units >400Amps
Bypass Contactor Line rated vacuum contactor included as standard in all enclosed units
Chassis units: 0 to 50 C (32 to 122F)

Enclosed units: 0 to 40C (32 to 104F) (optional - 20 to 50 C with heaters)
Ambient Condition Design
5 - 95% relative humidity
0 - 3300 ft. (1000m) above sea level without derating
2 or 3 wire 120VAC (customer supplied)

Control
CPTs are included on standard units (optional on soft start only models)
Multiple: Form C (contacts), rated 4 Amps, 240VAC max.
Auxiliary Contacts 8 Relays (4 programmable): Form C contacts
Fault Indicator: Form C contact
2300V - 7200V 60KV
BIL Rating
11000 - 15000V 110KV
Approvals UL Listed, Canadian UL (cUL) Listed thru 4160V (higher ratings pending)
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1.2 Specifications (continued)
Advanced Motor Protection
Two Stage Electronic Starting: Programmable for Class 5 through 30

Overload Curves Run: Programmable for Class 5 through 30 when "At-Speed" is detected.
Overload Reset Manual (default) or automatic
Overload circuit retains thermal condition of the motor regardless of control
Retentive Thermal Memory
power status. Unit uses real time clock to adjust for off time.
Overload will not reset until thermal capacity available in the motor is enough
Dynamic Reset Capacity for a successful restart. Starter learns and retains this information by
monitoring previous successful starts.
Phase Current Imbalance Imbalance Trip Level: 5 - 30% current between any two phases
Protection Imbalance Trip Delay: 1 -20 seconds
Over Current Protection Trip Level: 100 - 300% of motor FLA
(Electronic Shear Pin) Trip Delay: 1 - 20 seconds
Under Current Trip Level: 10 -90 % of motor FLA
Load Loss Trip Protection
Under Current Trip Delay: 1 - 60 seconds
Coast Down (Back Spin)
Coast Down Time Range: 1 - 60 minutes
Lockout Timer
Range: 1 - 6 successful starts per hour
Starts-per-hour Lockout Timer
Time between starts: 1 - 60 minutes between start attempts
Programmable Outputs
Type / Rating Form C (DPDT), Rated 4 amps 240 VAC max, (960 VA)
Run Indication Programmable
At Speed Indication Programmable
Programmable Ramp Types: Voltage or Current Ramp (VR or CR)
Starting Torque: 0 - 100% of line voltage (VR) or 0 - 600% of motor FLA (CR)
Acceleration Adjustments
Ramp Time: 1 to 120 seconds
Current Limit: 200 - 600% (VR or CR)
4 Options: VR1+VR2; VR1+CR2; CR1+CR2; CR1+VR2
Dual Ramp Settings Dual Ramp Control: Ramp 1 = Default
Ramp 2 = selectable via dry contact input
Begin Decel Level: 0 - 100% of line voltage

Deceleration Adjustments Stop Level: 0 to 1% less than Begin Decel Level
Decel Time: 1 - 60 seconds
Jog Settings Voltage Jog: 5 - 75%

Kick Voltage: 10 - 100%
Kick Start Settings
Kick Time: 0.1 - 2 seconds
Shorted SCR, Phase Loss, Shunt Trip, Phase Imbalance Trip, Overload,
Fault Display
Overtemp, Overcurrent, Short Circuit, Load Loss, Undervoltage or Any Trip
Lockout Display Coast Down Time, Starts Per Hour, Time Between Starts, and Any Lockout
Event History
Data includes cause of event, time, date, voltage, power factor and current for
Up to 60 Events
each phase and ground fault current at time of event
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1.2 Specifications (continued)
Metering Functions
Motor Load Percent of FLA
Current Data A, B, C Phase Current, Avg Current, Ground Fault (Option)
Thermal Data Remaining thermal register; thermal capacity to start
Avg Start Time, Avg Start Current, Measured Capacity to start, time since last
Start Data
start
RTD Data (Option) Temperature readings from up to 12 RTDs (6 stator RTDs)
Voltage Metering kW, kVAR, PF, kWH
Serial Communications
Protocol Modbus RTU
Signal RS-485, RS-422 or RS232
Network Up to 247 devices per mode
Functionality Full operation, status view, and programming via communications port
Operator Interface
LCD Readout Alpha numeric LCD display
Keypad 8 function keys with tactile feedback
Status Indicators 12 LEDs include Power, Run, Alarm, Trip, Aux Relays
Up to 1000 circuit-feet from chassis (use twisted, shielded wire & power
Remote Mount Capability
source)
Clock and Memory
Operating Memory SRAM loaded from EEPROM at initialization
Factory Default Storage Flash EPROM, field replaceable
Customer Settings and Status Non-volatile EEPROM, no battery backup necessary
Real Time Clock Lithium ion battery for clock memory only
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1.3 Design Features

The standard MVC Plus configuration is a complete NEMA Class E-2 motor
controller which includes the following features:
Disconnect Switch:
A Fault Make - Load Break rated disconnect switch is provided in the
incoming power section of the starter assembly. The maximum design voltage
is 5KV for 2300 - 4160V units, 7.2KV for 6600 - 7200V units and 15KV for 10000-15000V.
The disconnect can be padlocked in the Open position. The disconnect

compartment door cannot be opened while the disconnect is closed, (i.e.
system power is on); likewise the disconnect cannot be closed when the
incoming power section door is open. Associated doors in sections containing
medium(high) voltage are interlocked with the incoming power section door, by
either direct mechanical means such as guillotine switches, or by use of Kirk-
key interlock mechanisms.
A viewing window in the Main Incoming Power Compartment allows visual

inspection of the disconnect blade status without opening the door. A separate
knife arm on the disconnect bonds the mechanism to the ground when the
switch is fully open.
Power Fuses: As a NEMA Class E2 controller, current limiting primary power

fuses are provided for each incoming phase.
Typically the fuses are ANSI class R for units rated up to 7200. The fuses
are sized according to motor locked rotor current and are coordinated with the
solid state overload relay. The fuse and overload coordination is designed to
allow the controller and contactor to clear low and medium level faults. This
prevents exceeding the contactor interrupt ratings. Fuses interrupt high level
faults that exceed the contactor interrupt ratings. Fuse holders include blown
fuse indicators (wired to the isolation contactor circuit) to disconnect all three
phases if any one of the fuses clears (see section 2.7).
SCR Power Modules: For each phase, the SCRs are matched 200 & 400 Amps Units
devices arranged in inverse parallel pairs and in series strings as Total
indicated in the chart to facilitate sufficient PIV ratings for the Series
Voltage Number PIV Rating
Pairs
applied voltage. of SCRs
2300 V 0 6 6500 V
RC Snubber Networks: provide Transient Voltage Protection for 3300 / 4160 V 2 12 13000 V
SCR Power Modules in each phase to avoid dv/dt damage. 6000 - 7200 V 3 18 19500 V
600 Amps Units

Firing Circuit: The SCRs are gated (turned on) using a Sus-
Total
tained Pulse Firing Circuit. This circuitry is amplified and isolated Voltage
Series
Number PIV Rating
from the control voltage by means of fiber optics for current and Pairs
of SCRs
ring transformers. 2300 V 2 12 7000 V
3300 / 4160 V 4 24 14000 V
Contactors: Vacuum contactors are provided for both In-Line 6000 - 7200 V 6 36 21000 V
Isolation and SCR Bypass. The contactor voltage ratings are:
5KV for 2300 -4160V units, 7.2KV for 6000 - 7200V units and Unit PIV Ratings
15KV for 10000-15000V units. Table 1
A sequencing feature controls the contactors. Under normal operating condi-

tions this ensures that both contactors make and break under no-load condi-
tions to maximize contactor life. Vacuum contactors are rated for the maxi-
mum starting requirement of the unit design. The Bypass Contactor is rated to
be capable of emergency start.
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Soft Start Only Option: The MVC Plus is also offered in an optional Soft
Start Only package for use in retrofitting behind an existing customer sup-
plied line start controller. In this configuration, the Disconnect Switch, Fuses
and Line Isolation Vacuum Contactor and CPT are NOT included in the
MVC Plus Soft Start Only unit, so proper interlocking of sections containing
medium(high) voltage becomes the installers responsibility.
All retrofit Soft Start Only packages must be used with complete line isolation
using a contactor or other air-gap device. The Optional Soft Start Only unit
includes overload protection in normal operation mode and will sequence the
isolation contactor, so all logic control should be done at the MVC Plus
control unit. Avoid turning the MVC Plus on and off using the isolation device.
120V control power must be supplied (minimum of 750VA) to the control
board indicating the line isolation contactor status. (CPT is not included)
1.4 Structure and Power Bus

The MVC Plus Series is a heavy duty design. Special consideration has been given
to the enclosure and unit design to ensure that it is suitable for most applications
and environments.
Structure: Steel enclosure (with a minimum thickness of 11 gauge) form a rigid

freestanding dead front structure. The enclosure assembly is NEMA / EEMAC
type 12 with full gasketing to protect all internal components from contamina-
tion.
Sections: The structure is divided into three (3) isolated compartments:
The Main Incoming Power Compartment houses the main disconnect switch
and horizontal power bus bars (if provided). A viewing window provides clear
indication of the switch position without opening the compartment. Top or side
cable entry can be made with minimum bending.
One or more Starter Power Compartments contain the fuses, vacuum

contactors, SCR power modules, instrument transformers and all other
medium(high) voltage devices. Adequate room is provided for motor lead connec-
tions to be made with minimum conductor bend.
A Low Voltage Control Compartment houses the digital microprocessor

controller and LCD keypad operator interface, along with any other low voltage
devices. This allows the operator to make adjustments without exposure to
the line voltages.
Compartment doors are rolled and formed to be capable of containing maxi-

mum fault forces. Doors open a minimum of 120 and are designed to stay
open during servicing or testing.
Removable conduit entry plates are provided in the top and bottom of the
enclosures to facilitate drilling and punching of conduit holes without exposing
the equipment to contamination from metal debris.
Enclosure Finish: The enclosure is suitable for use in non-corrosive environ-

ments. The paint is ANSI 61 gray polyurethane powder over a zinc phosphate
pre-treatment with a minimum thickness of 2 mil. 11 gauge steel is used in all
enclosures. All NEMA 12 units have top and bottom entrance plates.
Lifting Provisions: Eyes or angles capable of supporting the maximum

weight of each shipping split are provided on the top of the enclosure.
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Power Bus: Optional main horizontal phase bus bars can be configured to
extend the entire length of the starter lineup. Bus bar material is tin-plated or
silver-plated copper. All bus ratings are per UL Standard 347.
Bracing: Bus bars are braced with non-tracking fire resistant non-hygroscopic
insulation supports and have a minimum fault current rating of 78,000 Amps.
Connections: All bus connections use 2 bolts minimum, with Belleville spring
washers to ensure tightness. Splice kits for each shipping split are included,
along with specific installation instructions.
Ground Bus: A continuous ground bus bar with a minimum rating of 400 Amps
extends the entire length of the starter near the bottom of each enclosure. A
grounding strap connects each vertically adjacent compartment and also ties the
grounding arm of the disconnect switch to the main ground bus bar (see section
2.11).
Seismic Qualifications: The entire starter assembly, when properly installed,

withstands vertical and horizontal accelerations typical of seismic Zones 1
through 4 as defined in the UBC. The assembly will not overturn or show
significant lateral movement, but cannot be expected to continue operating
during, or after, a seismic event.
1.5 Theory of Operation

The power of the MVC Plus is in the CPU, a microprocessor based protection
and control system for the motor and starter assembly. The CPU uses Phase
Angle Firing of the SCRs to apply a reduced voltage to the motor, and then
slowly and gently increases torque through control of the voltage and current
until the motor accelerates to full speed. This starting method lowers the
starting current of the motor, reducing electrical stresses on the power system
and motor. It also reduces peak starting torque stresses on both the motor and
load mechanical components, promoting longer service life and less downtime.
Acceleration: The MVC Plus comes standard with several methods of accel-
erating the motor so that it can be programmed to match almost any industrial
AC motor application.
The factory default setting applies a Voltage Ramp with Current Limit as this
has been proven the most reliable starting method for the vast majority of
applications. Using this starting method, the Initial Torque setting applies just
enough voltage to the motor to cause the motor shaft to begin to turn. This
voltage is then gradually increased over time (as per the Ramp Time setting) until
one of three things happen: the motor accelerates to full speed, the Ramp Time
expires or a Current Limit setting is reached.
If the motor accelerates to full speed before the ramp time setting has expired,
an automatic Anti-Oscillation feature will override the remaining ramp time and
full voltage will be applied. This will prevent any surging or pulsation in the
motor torque, which might otherwise occur due to the load not being fully
coupled to the motor when operating at reduced voltage and torque levels.
If the motor has not reached full speed at the end of the ramp time setting, the
current limit setting will proportionally control the maximum output torque.
Feedback sensors in the MVC Plus provide protection from a stall condition,
an overload condition or excessive acceleration time.
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The Current Limit feature is provided to accommodate installations where there

is limited power available (for example, on-site generator power or utility lines
with limited capacity). The torque is increased until the motor current reaches
the pre-set Current Limit point and it is then held at that level. Current Limit
overrides the ramp time setting so if the motor has not accelerated to full
speed under the Current Limit setting, the current remains limited for as long
as it takes the motor to accelerate to full speed.
When the motor reaches full speed and the current drops to running levels, the
MVC Plus detects an At-Speed condition and closes the Bypass Contactor.
The Bypass Contactor serves to shunt power around the SCR stack assem-
blies to prevent heat build-up in the starter enclosure due to the slight voltage
drop across the SCRs. At this point, the MVC Plus has the motor operating at
full voltage, just as any other starter would.
Other starting methods available in the MVC Plus are:
Current Ramp: uses a closed current feedback PID loop to provide a linear
torque increase up to a Maximum Current level.
Constant Current: current is immediately increased to the Current Limit point

and held there until the motor reaches full speed.
Custom Curve: gives the user the ability to plot torque and time points on a
graph. The soft starter will then accelerate the motor following these points.
Tachometer Feedback Ramp: uses a closed loop speed follower method

monitoring a tachometer input signal from the motor or load shaft. (PENDING)
Deceleration: the MVC Plus provides the user with the option of having the
load coast to a stop or controlling the deceleration by slowly reducing the
voltage to the motor upon initiating a stop command. The Decel feature is the
opposite of DC injection braking in that the motor will actually take longer to
come to a stop than if allowed to coast to a stop. The most common application
for the Decel feature is pumping applications where a controlled stop prevents
water hammer and mechanical damage to the system.
1.6 General Protection

Operation of the MVC Plus can be divided into 4 modes; Ready, Start, Run and
Stop. The CPU provides motor and load protection in all four modes. Additional
details on each protection feature can be found in later chapters.
Ready Mode: In this mode, control and line power are applied and the starter is
ready for a start command. Protection during this mode includes the monitoring
of current for leakage through multiple shorted SCRs or welded contacts on the
Bypass Contactor. Other protection features in effect are:
Starter Temperature
Shorted SCR
Blown Fuse Indication
Phase Reversal (if enabled)
Line Frequency Trip Window
External Input Faults
Note: The Programming Mode can only be entered from the Ready Mode.
During programming, all protection features and start command are disabled.
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Start Mode: These additional protection functions are enabled when the soft
starter receives a valid Start command:
Phase Reversal (if enabled)

Start Curve
Acceleration Timer
Phase Imbalance
Short Circuit / Load Pre-check (Toe-in-the-Water)
Ground Fault (Optional)
Accumulated Starting FLA Units (I2t Protection)
Overload Protection
Thermal Capacity
Note: Shorted SCR and Shunt Trip protection are no longer in effect once the
soft starter goes into the Start Mode.
Run Mode: The soft starter enters the Run Mode when it reaches full output
voltage and the motor current drops below the FLA setting (motor nameplate
FLA plus service factor) for a pre-determined period of time. During the Run
Mode these additional protection features are enabled:
Running Overload Curve

Phase Loss
Under Current / Load Loss
Over Current / Electronic Shear Pin (Jam Protection)
Stop Mode: Once a Stop command has been given, the MVC Plus protection
features change depending on which Stop Mode is selected.
Decel Mode: retains all protection features of the Run Mode. At the end of
Decel, the motor will be stopped and the protection features change as indi-
cated below.
Coast-To-Stop Mode: power is immediately removed from the motor and the
soft starter returns to the Ready Mode. Additional protection features activated
when the stop command is given include:
Coast-Down / Back Spin Timer
Starts-per-Hour
Time Between Starts
1.7 Thermal Overload Protection

The MVC Plus plays an important role in the protection of your motor in that it
monitors the motor for excessive thermal conditions due to starting, running or
even ambient conditions. The MVC Plus Series has a Dynamic Thermal Register
system in the CPU that provides a mathematical representation of the thermal state
of the motor. This thermal state information is kept in memory and is monitored for
excesses in both value and rate of change. Input is derived from current
imbalances and (optional) RTD measurements making it dynamic to all processes
involving the motor. The MVC Plus monitors these conditions separately during
Start and Run modes to provide proper thermal overload protection at all times.
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Start Mode overload protection is selectable using one of three methods:
Basic Protection: I2t data is accumulated and plotted based on an Overload

Curve selected in programming. This is programmed per NEMA Class 5-30
standard curves and is based on the Locked Rotor Current (from the motor
nameplate) as programmed into the soft starter.
Measured Start Capacity: the user enters a measured amount of thermal

capacity from a pre-selected successful start as a setpoint to the Thermal
Register for the soft starter to follow.
Learned Curve Protection: the user sets the soft starter to the LEARN mode
and starts the motor under normal starting conditions. The CPU then samples
and records 100 data points during the start curve, analyzes them and creates
a graphical representation in memory. The soft starter is then switched to Curve
Follow protection mode and monitors motor performance against this curve.
This feature is especially useful in initial commissioning tests to record a base
line performance sample (in this case, it is not necessarily used for motor
protection).
Run Mode overload protection is initiated when the MVC Plus determines
that the motor is At-Speed. Overload Protection is initiated when the motor
RMS current rises above a pick-up point (as determined by the motor
nameplate FLA and service factor). Run mode protection is provided by the CPU
monitoring the Dynamic Thermal Register. Data for the Dynamic Thermal
Register is accumulated from I2t calculations and cooling rates. A trip occurs
when the register reaches 100% as determined by the selected Overload
Protection Curve (NEMA Class 5-30 standard curves) and is based on the
programmed Locked Rotor Current indicated on the motor nameplate. The
Dynamic Thermal Register is altered, or biased, by the following conditions:
Current Imbalance: will bias the register higher to add protection from addi-
tional motor heating during a current imbalance condition.
Normal Cooling: provided when the motor current drops below the pick-up
point or the motor is off line. The cooling rate is lower for motors that are off-
line (such as after a trip) since cooling fans are also inoperative.
RTD Input: (requires the optional RTD monitor card): will bias the register in
either direction based on real-time input of the motor, bearing and even
ambient temperature conditions.
Dynamic Reset is another feature that adds reliability and consistency to

the performance of the MVC Plus soft starter. If a motor overload condition
occurs and the soft starter trips, it cannot be reset until sufficient cool down
time has elapsed. This cool down time is determined by the thermal state of
the motor when it tripped (i.e. hot motors cool more quickly due to additional
convection). The cool down time is also biased by RTD measurements when
used.
Retentive Memory provides continuous overload protection and real time

reset even if power is lost. Upon restoration of power, the MVC Plus will
read the Real Time Clock and restore the thermal register to what it should
be given the elapsed time.
Learned Reset Capacity is a feature that is unique to the MVC Plus. By

sampling the amount of thermal capacity used in the previous three success-
ful starts, the MVC Plus will not allow a reset until a sufficient amount of
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thermal capacity has been regained in the motor. This prevents nuisance
tripping and insures that unsuccessful start attempts (which would otherwise
use up the starts-per-hour capacity of the motor) are not counted.
1.8 Firing Circuit

The SCR gate firing circuit is critical to performance and stability of the system.
The MVC Plus Series firing circuit includes several unique features which
enhance the ruggedness, noise immunity and flexibility for maximized
performance. This performance is attained without the need for reactors or field
installed devices used in other systems, regardless of conditions (line impedance,
short circuit capacity or switching transients). These features include:
Auto Synchronizing of the gate timing pulses match each phase firing angle
to their respective phases. The MVC Plus actively tracks minor shifts in the
line frequency, avoiding nuisance tripping that may happen with conventional
gate firing systems. This is especially useful on portable or backup generator
supplies, allowing the MVC Plus to be used confidently in applications that
have unstable power.
Sustained Pulse firing keeps the firing signal active for 270 electrical degrees,
ensuring that the DC gate pulse causes the SCR to fire even if line noise is
present at a critical moment. This provides the MVC Plus with superior noise
immunity and protects against misfiring, enhancing the system reliability.
Closed Loop Firing Control is a method of balancing the SCR firing pattern
based on the desired output. The CPU uses feedback signals from both the
output current and voltage providing smooth output and preventing imbalances
during ramping which prevents unnecessary motor heating.
Transformer Isolation of the firing signals prevents interference from line

noise and EMI/RFI signals that may be present. Specially designed 120V
3 phase isolation transformers provide potential measurement, firing board
power and gate power systems while being isolated from the line voltage. High
isolation Ring Transformers are used to step this down to 28VAC for the
Sustained Pulse firing circuit, providing further isolation for the SCR gates.
Additional magnetic isolation is provided via a separate Control Power Trans-
former, which powers all of the low voltage controls and the CPU.
Fiber Optic Isolation is provided for all signal interfaces between the Medium(High)
Voltage and Low Voltage systems. Even the current signals from CTs are
converted to fiber optic signals for maximum isolation and safety.
1.9 Electronics
The MVC Plus electronics systems are divided into two categories, Low Voltage
and Medium(High) Voltage, based solely on where they are located in the starter
structure.
Low Voltage electronics include the Keypad Operator Interface, CPU and Main
Power PC boards are located in an isolated Low Voltage Compartment of the
enclosure.
Keypad Operator Interface: a 2 line x 20 character LCD display with back-

lighting for low ambient conditions. The display reads out in truncated English
and can show multiple data points in each screen. Also included are 12 LED
indicators, which include Power, Run, Alarm, Trip and the status of the 8 Aux.
Relays. It communicates to the CPU via a serial link and, if necessary, can be
remotely mounted up to 1000 from the soft starter.
Keypad Operator Interface
MOTORTRONICS - 10
CPU Board: where the microprocessor and communications co-processor

reside. It is attached to the main power board. It communicates to the
Keypad Operator Interface via serial links. The CPU determines operating
functions, stores user programming and acts upon feedback signals for faults,
metering and historical data. This board also contains the flash EEPROM
and SRAM memory, as well as the Analog I/O and terminations.
Main Power Board: is also referred to as the Firing Board. It contains the
Digital I/O relays and interfaces to the TCB board (see below) for user inter-
face. It also controls the sequencing of the Isolation and Bypass contactors
with the SCR firing. This board generates all firing signals for the SCR stacks
and receives feedback signals from fiber optic transmitters. It converts analog
levels to digital signals for the CPU. These firing pulses are via fiber optic
signals to isolate them from the Medium(High) Voltage environment.
Control Electronics are located in the Medium(High) Voltage section of the soft starter.
The main line power must be disconnected before these electronics can be
accessed. They include the TCB, Gate Drive and Temp/CT boards.
TCB (Terminal and Control Board): is the user connection interface board. It is
located in the Medium(High) Voltage section in order to satisfy UL termination
requirements, but does not actually connect directly to the medium(high) voltage
components other than the contactor coils. This board contains the user
terminal blocks, output relays (duplicated), inputs and control power connec-
tions. It also contains additional timed relays for interfacing with Power Factor
Correction contactors (if used) and other external devices. Please note
Power Factor Capacitor warnings in Section 2.8.
Gate Drive Boards: located directly on the SCR stacks. These boards
communicate to the Main Power board via fiber optic cables. They amplify the
gate pulse signals with power from the Ring Transformers to create the
Sustained Pulse Firing of the SCRs. There is one Gate Drive board for each
pair of SCRs in each stack.
Temp / CT Boards: are attached to the Gate Drive boards on the SCR
stacks and provide the heat sink temperature and current signals back to the
Main Power Board via fiber optic cables.
MOV Boards: are attached to standoffs mounted on the SCR heat sinks and
are mounted directly below the Gate Drive boards. The MOV boards are used
to protect the gate/cathode section of the SCRs.
DV/DT Boards: are also attached to standoffs mounted on the SCR heat
sinks and are mounted below the MOV boards. The DV/DT boards are used
to reduce voltage transients across the stack assemblies.
MOTORTRONICS - 11
Chapter 2 - Installation
2.1 Receiving and Unpacking
Upon receipt of the unit:
MVC Plus units are typically shipped in the vertical position and
should be handled accordingly when received. (Units may be crated
and shipped horizontally for export delivery.
Carefully unpack the unit and inspect it for any shipping damage.
Report any damage immediately and file a claim with the freight carrier
within 15 days of receipt.
Verify that the model number on your unit matches your purchase
order. The model # is located on a sticker in the low voltage compart-
ment.
2.2 Initial Unit Inspection

Make a complete visual check of the unit for damage which may have
occurred during shipping and handling. Do not attempt to continue
installation or start up the unit if it is damaged.
Check for loose mechanical assemblies or broken wires which may
have occurred during transportation or handling. Loose electrical
connections will increase resistance and cause the unit to function
improperly.
Prior to beginning the installation, verify that the motor and MVC Plus
unit are rated for the proper amperage and voltage.
2.3 Location
The proper location of the unit is an important factor in achieving the
units specified performance and normal operation lifetime. The unit
should always be installed in an area where the following conditions
exist:
Ambient Operating Temperature: 0 C to 50 C (32 F to 122 F)
(Optional space heaters can be provided for operation in ambient
temperature to -20 C.)
Protected from rain and moisture.
Humidity: 5% to 95% non-condensing.
Free from metallic particles, conductive dust and corrosive gas.
Free from excess vibration (below 0.5G)
2.4 Dimensions
Ratings Standard MVC3 Class E2 Soft Starter Optional Soft Start Only*
Max. Nominal NEMA 12/3R NEMA 12/3R
Volts KW Model Model
Amps Max. HP H W D H W D
200 800 500 MVC3-23200-E-SWG 36 MVC3-23200-E
2300 400 1500 1000 MVC3-23400-E-SWG 92 36 30 MVC3-23400-E 92 36 30
600 2500 1900 MVC3-23600-E-SWG 72 MVC3-23600-E
200 1000 600 MVC3-33200-E-SWG 36 MVC3-33200-E
3300 400 1800 1200 MVC3-33400-E-SWG 92 36 30 MVC3-33400-E 92 36 30
600 3000 2200 MVC3-33600-E-SWG 72 MVC3-33600-E
200 1250 1000 MVC3-41200-E-SWG 36 MVC3-41200-E
4160 400 2500 2000 MVC3-41400-E-SWG 92 36 30 MVC3-41400-E 92 36 30
600 5000 3750 MVC3-41600-E-SWG 72 MVC3-41600-E
200 2500 2000 MVC3-60200-E-SWG MVC3-60200-E
6000/ 36
400 5000 3750 MVC3-60400-E-SWG 92 72 30 MVC3-60400-E 92 30
7200
600 7500 5600 MVC3-60600-E-SWG MVC3-60600-E 72
300 7500 5700 MVC3-130300-E-SWG 92** 120** 44**
11 - 15KV
600 15000 11000 MVC3-130600-E-SWG 93** 84** 96**
* Must be used with customer supplied line start panel.
** 11 - 15KV only available in NEMA1 configuration.
Note: Dimensions are for reference only and subject to change. Contact factory for exact dimensions.
MOTORTRONICS - 12
2.5 Mounting
Local electrical codes and IEEE Standards should be adhered to when making
connections. When mounting on a concrete slab with a wireway, ensure that the
cabinet is level for proper door operation. Clear the area of any additional
equipment which may interfere with door operation and consult local codes for
proper clearances and access.
Reinforcing channels extend across the front and rear of each enclosure base. In
each base there is a bolt hole sized for a bolt. For proper fault and seismic
bracing, use all four bolt holes. With multiple enclosures, bolt all bases in this
manner. Anchor the bolts per local codes. Structures mounted in this manner
may be free standing or flush against a wall, since all unit components are
accessible from the front.
2.6 Additional Equipment

If conduit entry locations are required in areas other than the removable plates,
cover the electrical assemblies to prevent metal filings from becoming lodged in
areas which may cause a reduction in the high voltage clearances or a short
circuit. After the work is completed, thoroughly clean the area and reinspect the
unit for foreign material.
2.7 Before Applying Power

When installing the standard MVC Plus NEMA Class E2 Soft Starter, remove the
tie wraps holding down the blown fuse indicators before supplying power to the
unit. Removable conduit entry plates are located on the top and either side of the
unit (does not apply to Soft Start Only units). After locating the position of the
conduit termination site, remove the plates, drill and punch the holes. Replace the
plates and terminate the conduit. This prevents metal filings from contaminating the
interior of the unit.
2.8 Warnings
Do not service this equipment with voltage
applied! The unit can be the source of fatal
electric shocks! To avoid shock hazard,
DANGER
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE
disconnect main power and control power
before working on the unit. Warning labels Disconnect all power supplying this equipment prior
to working on it.
must be attached to terminals, enclosure and
control panel to meet local codes. Failure to follow this instruction will result in death
or serious injury.
Do not connect (PFC) capacitors to the
load side (motor side) of the unit. This will
cause di/dt damage to the SCRs when they are
turned on.
! CAUTION
SCR DAMAGE
Do not connect the capacitors to the input Do not connect (PFC) capacitors to the load side of
the unit.
side of the unit. If you cannot avoid using
capacitors across the power lines, they must be Doing so will cause DI/DT damage to the SCRs when
located as far upstream as possible of the energized.
input line contactor. In this situation, an
optional power factor correction (PFC) capaci-
tor contactor should be specified. For addi-
! WARNING
tional information and specifications, please SAFETY HAZARD
contact the factory. Do not bypass electrical or mechanical interlocks.
Failure to follow this instruction will cause severe

equipment damage, serious injury or death.
MOTORTRONICS - 13
Never interchange the input and output power connections on the

unit. This will cause excessive voltage to the control circuit logic.
For bus protection, it is strongly recommended to use non-gap
lightning arrestors in areas where lightning is a significant
problem. The arrestors should be mounted on the nearest utility
pole.
2.9 Medium Voltage Power Connections

Use a properly calibrated torque wrench to tighten all MV connections
according to the chart.
Torque at Full
Bolt
2.9.1 Standard MVC Plus NEMA Class E2 Soft Starter Engagement
Size
On the standard MVC Plus NEMA Class E2 Soft Starter, the connec- (ft - lbs)
tions should be made directly to the main disconnect switch. (Splice Kit 1/4 - 20 6
also available). 3/16 - 18 12
3/8 - 16 18
Follow the specs on the splice kit and mounting torque requirements 7/16 - 14 30
when landing the line and load leads. See section 1.4. 1/2 - 13 45
9/16 - 12 68
2.9.2 Optional Soft Start Only Package 5/8 - 11 90
On the optional Soft Start Only package, the input power line connec- 3/4 - 10 150
tions are made at the top of the line connections (SCR module assem- 7/8 - 9 240
bly) on the rear panel. See section 7.4 standard wiring diagram -
1.0 - 8 245
Optional Soft Start Only.
Torque Specs for MV Power
2.9.3 Load Connections Connections
Motor leads are connected to the bus terminals labeled T1, T2 and T3
at the bottom of the power bridge. Utilize 3M 130C 2 (two inch) tape on
motor leads. (See label inside unit.)
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2.10 Control Connections - TCB (Terminal and Control Board)

For a larger view of this drawing, please see
Section 7.4. Momentary or Maintained
Start / Stop Switching
2.10.1 MVC Plus-TCB Board
The MVC Plus-TCB board provides Maintained
interconnections between the main power and
CPU boards and the customers control logic START STOP
connections. It is a 120 VAC control board with Momentary
several auxiliary dry control contacts, built-in
time delay circuits and emergency bypass
functions. It also controls the sequence of the
inline isolation and bypass contactor and 12
NC
provides provisions for shutdown interlocks. 11
Aux Start
NO
E1 E2 E3 E4
Output
(see section 2.10.2) 10
C
AC
120 VAC
RED 9
LED Neut Neutral
8
Start
FUSE
2.10.2 Description of Terminal Connections TB1
7
Stop
T1 RED
LED
6
TB1 FAULT
5
4
Inter
Lock
Optional
Interlocks
3
Inter
Lock
2
AC
120 VAC
1
HEATSINK
Source Source
#1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12

NC C NC C NC C NO AC C NO NC F1 10
NC
AC INTER INTER MB 9
NO
SOURCE LOCK LOCK STOP START NEUT TB2 F2 8
HEATSINK
C
7
Start/Stop Control
N
GRN
Line LED F3 6
Figure 2 - 1
S
1
120VAC
5
NC
2 -12V
Neut
TB2 4
NO
Delayed
3 GRN
GRN
Start LED 3
LED
C
4
2
C
Fuse 5 +12V START
Blown
TB6
Start/Stop Control - Terminal Block 1 (TB1) : Discon 1
NO
6
Positions 1 and 9 are the 120 VAC control Dual

7
ON
12
NC
Ramp OFF
8 JP1 Remove JP1 for Electronic
power. The recommended VA is 750VA or SW1 Motor Protection During 11
NO
Bypass
9 Emergency Bypass Start
DUAL ADJ 10
C
Status
higher (if the control power transformer (CPT)

Fault
10
9
NC
has not been supplied by Motortronics). The 8
TCB
NO
1
Run 7
CPT is supplied on all complete starter units

C
2 TB3 6
NC
(i.e., NEMA Class E2 starters). Note: This CPU

3
BOARD 5
NO
Fault
TB7
Lock Out
transformer should not be used for other 4

C
5
At 3
NC
Speed
120VAC operations or power sources. 6

2
NO
Not
7
Positions 2-3 and 4-5 have factory jumpers Used
1
C
installed and can be removed for customers Fuse 1 12

NC
PFC-C
AUX-C
DLY-C
AUX-S
DLY-S
PFC-S
Blown
Input GRN
normally closed, dry, shutdown contacts (See 2 LED 11

NO
3 10
P.F.C. CAP
Ext
TB8
C
Fig 2-1 above).

Over
Load PFC
4 9
TIMED
NC
Positions 6-7-8 are for either two wire or three- Bypass 5

7 6 5 4 3 2 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 OUT 8
NO
Aux
Contact
6 7
wire start/stop logic. Two wire is connected to
C
A1
7 PFC AUX START TB4 6
Bypass
NC
positions 6 and 8 with a N.O. dry, maintained Coil

A2 8 5
NO
A1
start/stop contact. Three wire control connects 9 4

Time Delay
Main GRN
C
Coil LED
A2 10 3
NC
to 6 with 7 as the stop push-button, and the DELAY

2
NO
start push-button is connected to 7 and 8. TIMED 1

C
OUT
Positions 10-11-12 are a dry Form C contact.

The contact is an immediate start/stop con-
tact.
TCB (Terminal and Control Board)
Figure 2 - 2
Emergency Bypass Control - Terminal Block 2
(TB2):
Positions 1 and 2 are for an emergency bypass
contact. If a dry contact closes position 1 and
2, this causes the CPU to be shut off so there
is no display. Then when a start is initiated, it
pulls in the inline isolation contactor which
starts the motor across the line.
MOTORTRONICS - 15
Positions 3-4-5 are a Form C contact. This is a dry contact that is TB2
initiated by the emergency contact being closed. It provides indication
of the emergency bypass mode.
Positions 6 and 7 is a customer connection for control power. Position
#1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10
6 is the 120 VAC supply at (400 VA) and position 7 is the return. NO O C NO NC S N C NO NC
Positions 8-9-10 are a Form C contact. The dry contact is a delayed EMER BYP INTER CUST. POWER DELAYED
SWITCH LOCK OUTPUT START
start/stop contact. The amount of delay is determined by X1, X2 and Emergency Bypass Control
SW3 (see Switch Positions and Jumper Selection on the next Figure 2 - 3
page). Note: Additional Time Delay to SP2 of the CPU programming.
JP1 - Motor Protection Jumper. Removing jumper JP1 on the TCB Board
will allow the soft starter CPU to continue providing electronic motor
CAUTION
protection while operating in Emergency Bypass Mode. If it is necessary OVERLOAD PROTECTION LOSS
to disable the soft starter CPU system during operation in Emergency When operating the unit in Emergency Bypass Mode,
there is no electronic overload protection unless
Bypass Mode, be sure the JP1 jumper is placed over both pins and an JP1 on TCB board is removed.
external means of overload protection (such as a bi-metallic style over- External overload protection must then be provided
load) is used. for continued safe operation.
TB3
Fault - Terminal Block 3 (TB3):
Positions 1-2-3 and 4-5-6 are sets of Form C contacts. These are a
dry contact that operates when a blown fuse indication is given or
disconnect is open. #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 #6 #7 #8 #9 #10 #11 #12
C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC C NO NC
Positions 7-8-9 and 10-11-12 are sets of Form C contacts. These are
fault contacts that change state if any fault condition occurs. Lockout/Fault Contacts
Figure 2 - 4
Optional Relay - Terminal 4 (TB4):
Positions 1-2-3 and 4-5-6 are sets of Form C contacts. These are
auxiliary time delay contacts that will change state (after a delay)
when the Start contact is initiated. X3, X4 and SW4 determine the
amount of delay. (See switch position and Jumper selection on the
following page)
7-8-9 and 10-11-12 are sets of Form C contacts. These are power
factor correction capacitor (PFC) contacts to pull in an isolation
contactor for the power factor correction capacitors (if required by the application). Time Delay/PFC Cap
These will change state when the At Speed contact is initiated. X5, X6 and SW5 Figure 2 - 5
determine the amount of delay. (See Switch Positions and Jumper Selection on
the following page). Note: This delay is in addition to SP2 of the CPU programming.
Terminal Block 6 (TB6):

Positions 1 and 2 are 120 VAC power supply to the Main and CPU circuit boards.
Positions 3 and 4 are the start input connections to the Main and CPU circuit
boards.
Positions 5 and 6 are the fuse blown input connections to the Main and CPU circuit
boards.
Positions 7 and 8 are the Dual Ramp input connections to the Main and CPU circuit
boards.
Positions 9 and 10 are the Bypass Status input connections to the Main and CPU
circuit boards.

Positions 1 and 2 are the Run contacts (AUX 3) from the Main and CPU circuit
boards to the TCB board. This signal is used to hold the Main Contactor closed
during deceleration.
Positions 3 and 4 are the Main and CPU circuit board output connections to the
TCB that signal the AUX1 Fault Status.
Positions 5 and 6 are the At Speed contacts (AUX 4) from the Main and CPU circuit
boards that signal the Bypass Contactor to close.
Position 7 has no connection.
MOTORTRONICS - 16

(Factory wired if complete NEMA E2 controller is supplied. If soft start only is supplied it is customer wired.)
Positions 1 and 2 accept dry, normally closed contacts from blown fuse indicators and/or disconnect inter-
lock contact.
Positions 3 and 4 accept dry, normally closed contacts from an external overload protection device (required
if emergency bypass is used).
Positions 5 and 6 accept dry, normally closed contact from the bypass contactor for an At Speed indication.
(Factory wired)
Positions 7 and 8 are wired to the coil of the bypass contactor and energizes and de-energizes the
contactor. (Factory wired)
Positions 9 and 10 are wired to the coil of the inline isolation contactor and energizes/de-energizes the
contactor. Note: All customer contacts are 960VA, 120VAC (Max) rated dry contacts.
LEDs provided on the TCB board (for low voltage testing only):
-12 VDC power supply
+12 VDC power supply
Start = start is initiated to TCB board
Fault = any fault has occurred
Fuse Blown = disconnect open or blown fuse has activated
PFC On = Power Factor Correction Capacitor contacts have energized
Timed Out = Auxiliary time delay contacts have energized
Jumper Selection
Start Delay (Refer to Figure 2 - 6)
This is a selectable delay period between the initiation of the start command and when the
CPU actually receives the start signal. Selecting Jumper X1 or X2 determines the method by
which this delay (in cycles or seconds) is calculated. See SW3 below for instructions on
setting the actual delay time.
X1 = (DLY-C) Start time delay in cycles
Jumper Selections
X2 = (DLY-S) Start time delay in seconds (Factory setting) Figure 2- 6
Auxiliary (Start) Delay (from the time the bypass closes to when contacts change state). Selecting jumper X3 or
X4 determines the method by which this delay is calculated (cycles or seconds). See SW4 below for instructions
on setting delay time.
X3 = (AUX-C) Auxiliary time delay in cycles
X4 = (AUX-S) Auxiliary time delay in seconds (Factory setting)
Power Factor Correction (PFC) Capacitor Contactor Delay (From the time the bypass closes to when con-
tacts change state). Jumper selection determines the method by which this delay is calculated. See SW5 for
instructions.
X5 = (PFC-C) Time delay in cycles
X6 = (PFC-S) Time delay in seconds (Factory setting)
Switch Positions (Refer to Figure 2 - 7)

SW1 = On = Dual Adjustment or OFF = Disabled
SW2*= Not used - Switches SW3, SW4 and SW5 are 7 position dip
switches that use binary code to count up to 127 seconds/cycles (see
Jumper Selection above).
SW3 = Start Delay; 7 position dip switch uses binary count up to 127 Example:
seconds/cycles. (See jumper selection above.) Factory setting: 1 second Switch settings are cumulative.
SW4** = Auxiliary (Start) Delay 7 position dip switch uses binary count Setting dip switch positions 1, 2,
up to 127 seconds/cycles. (See jumper selection above.) Factory setting: and 3 to on = 1+2+4 = 7 seconds
1 second total time. Note: Applies to SW3,
SW5** = PFC time delay; 7 position dip switch uses binary count up to SW4 & SW5.
127 seconds/cycles. (See jumper selection above) Factory setting: 1
second. Switch Positions
*Note: This switch interacts with the CPU programming when the Decel func- Figure 2- 7
tion is enabled.
**Note: These times are in addition to SP2 in the CPU setpoints.
MOTORTRONICS - 17
2.11 Grounding
Connect the grounding cable to the terminal labeled GND
at the bottom of the main panel. DANGER
In the three phase 120 VAC from the potential transform- HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE
ers, Phase B is internally grounded to the cabinet for
Disconnect all power supplying this equipment prior
phase sequencing. to working on it.
Check all the ground connections with an ohmmeter
between each panel and earth ground. Failure to follow this instruction will result in death
On the standard MVC Plus NEMA Class E2 starter, the or serious injury.
ground bus is located at the bottom of the box. The
Optional Soft Start Only has the ground bus at the
bottom of the main panel.
2.12 Reference Section - THIS SECTION IS FOR REFERENCE ONLY.

FIELD WIRING/CONNECTIONS ARE NOT REQUIRED.
2.12a Optional RTD Board
RTD1 RTD2 RTD3 RTD4 RTD5 RTD6 RTD7 RTD8 RTD9 RTD10 RTD11 RTD12
Compensation
Shield
Power
Signal
RTD
Typical RTD
Installation
MOTORTRONICS - 18

2.12b Communications Board
REAR
VIEW
(RS485) (RS422)
Note: Remove for last unit in modbus string
2.12c Communications Board Connections
TB1
TB2
RS485 Connections RS422 Connections

(Customer Connections) (Factory Only)
MOTORTRONICS - 19

2.12d Power Board
Board
Ground Test Points
19 1 7 1 7 1 19 1
20 2 J3 20 J6 2
J5 J4
AI
AT
BI
BT
CI
CT
3
GF
1
J1
C2 C1
7
7, A - Phase
B2 B1
4, B - Phase
A2 A1
1, C - Phase
1
J2
1
3
J8
J7 J2
6
1
F1
TB1 TB2
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 1 2 3 4 5 6
TB3
2.12e Power Board Connections

TB3 TB3
Two-Wire Three-Wire
Connection Connection
TB1 TB2
Factory use only. Do not reprogram. Refer to Setpoint Page 5 for programming information
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24
C N.O. N.C. C N.O. N.C. C N.O. N.C. C N.O. N.C. C N.O. N.C. C N.O. N.C. C N.O. N.C. C N.O. N.C.
AUX1 AUX2 AUX3 AUX4 AUX5 AUX6 AUX7 AUX8
(TRIP) (ALARM) (RUN) (AT SPEED) Relay Relay Relay Relay
Relay Relay Relay Relay
(Max Relay Contact Rating is 240 VAC, 4A, 960VA)
MOTORTRONICS - 20

2.12f CPU Board Connections
1 2
19 20
1 2
19 20
Contact factory for remote

reset connections Factory wired. Do not change
Analog Output #1
Analog Output #2
Program Enable
UV-P Rotation
Input
Thermostat
Tach Input
Dual Ramp
4 - 20 mA
4 - 20 mA
TCB Fault
TB1 TB2 TB3
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
+ - + - + - + - + - + - + -
+ -
Note: Install program jumper to enable
setpoint programming. Jumper must be
removed after programming or for
prolonged storage to preserve settings.
MOTORTRONICS - 21
Chapter 3 - Start-up
3.1 Preliminary Start-Up Check List
Please make the following checks before applying power to the unit:
Qualified personnel have hi-potted the line and load wiring before
DANGER
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE
connecting to the soft start. (Typically 1.5 x Rated Voltage)
Verify that all wiring is completed and all connections are tight- Disconnect all power supplying this equipment prior
to working on it.
ened.
Check the motor nameplate and confirm the unit is programmed Failure to follow this instruction will result in death
with the correct motor FLA. or serious injury.
Note: It is necessary to connect the line power to L1, L2 and
L3, or the Phase Rotation Protection will be activated.
Verify control logic via 120V test switcher (available on standard MVC Plus
NEMA Class E2 Starters only). A separate 120 VAC test receptacle can be
supplied to the control logic without powering up the medium(high) voltage section
for control logic testing. It also allows isolation of the 120 VAC from back-
feeding the control power transformer.
Connect control supply (Optional Soft Start Only Package only). The On
and Stop LEDs will light up.
Review all parameters and readjust as required. See Chapter 5 - Programming
for detailed instructions. (Try factory settings first)
Verify that the interlocks for the system are installed and working properly.
Verify that the feed transformer is correctly sized for the motor(s).
Check for any loose mechanical parts or metal debris in the enclosure.
Check the motor strapping and connections.
Verify that the unit is properly grounded.
Remove tie wraps from Blown Fuse Indicator.
Connect line voltage to line terminals.
3.2 Introduction
It is best to operate the motor at its full load starting condition to achieve the
proper time, torque and ramp settings. Initial settings are set to accommodate
most motor conditions. TRY INITIAL SETTINGS FIRST. See Section 5.1.2
Starter Configuration (Setpoint Page 2) to make any adjustments.
3.3 Acceleration Adjustments

The unit is set at the factory with typical starting characteristics that perform
well in most applications. When the system is ready to start, try the initial
unit settings. If the motor does not come up to speed, increase the current
limit setting. If the motor does not start to turn as soon as desired, raise the
starting voltage adjustment. Adjustment description and procedures are
described as follows. See Section 5.1.2 Starter Configuration (Setpoint Page
2) for additional Accel settings.
3.3.1 Starting Voltage

Factory Setting = 20% of line voltage
Range = 0% - 100% of line voltage
Starting voltage adjustment changes the initial starting voltage level to the
motor.
3.3.2 Ramp Time

Factory Setting = 10 sec.
Range = 0 - 120 sec.
Ramp time adjustment changes the amount of time it takes to reach the
current limit point or full voltage if the current limit point was not reached.
Note: Refer to your motor manual for the maximum number of starts per hour
allowed by the manufacturer and do not exceed the recommended
number.
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3.3.3 Current Limit

Factory Setting = 350% of motor FLA
Range = 200% - 600% of motor FLA
The current limit adjustment is factory set for 350% of the motor
FLA. The range of adjustment is 200% to 600%. The main function
of current limit is to cap the peak current. It may also be used to
extend the ramping time if required. The interaction between the
voltage ramp and the current limit will allow the soft start to ramp
the motor until the maximum current is reached and the current
limit will hold the current at that level. The current limit must be set
high enough to allow the motor to reach full speed. The factory
setting of 350% is a good starting point. Do not set the current
limit too low on variable starting loads. This could cause the
motor to stall and eventually cause the overload protection
to trip.
Note: If the motor does stall, refer to the motor manufacturers motor
data for the proper cooling time.
3.4 Deceleration Adjustments (Pump Control)

Decel extends the stopping time on loads that would otherwise stop too
quickly if allowed to coast to stop. Decel control provides smooth
deceleration until the load comes to a stop. Three adjustments optimize
the deceleration curve to meet the most demanding requirements. The
unit is shipped from the factory with the decel feature disabled.
Deceleration Applications
The unit is shipped from the factory with the decel feature
disabled. Apply power and adjust the soft start before enabling or
modifying the deceleration adjustments. Both acceleration and decel-
eration adjustments should be made under normal load conditions.
The deceleration feature provides a slow decrease in the output voltage,

accomplishing a gentle decrease in motor torque during the stopping
mode. This is the OPPOSITE OF BRAKING in that it will take longer
to come to a stop than if the starter were just turned off. The primary
use of this function is to reduce the sudden changes in pressure that
are associated with Water Hammer and slamming of check valves
with centrifugal pumps. Decel control in pump applications is often
referred to as Pump Control.
In a pump system, liquid is being pushed uphill. The force exerted by

gravity on the column of liquid as it goes up hill is called the Head
Pressure in the system. The pump is sized to provide enough Output
Pressure to overcome the Head Pressure and move the fluid up the
pipe. When the pump is turned off, the Output Pressure rapidly drops
to zero and the Head Pressure takes over to send the fluid back down
the hill. A Check Valve is used somewhere in the system to prevent
this (if necessary) by only allowing the liquid to flow in one direction.
The kinetic energy in that moving fluid is suddenly trapped when the
valve slams closed. Since fluids cant compress, that energy is
transformed into a Shock Wave that travels through the piping system
looking for an outlet in which it dissipates. The sound of that shock
wave is referred to as Water Hammer. The energy in that shock wave
can be extremely damaging to pipes, fittings, flanges, seals and
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mounting systems.
By using the Soft Stop/Deceleration feature of the MVC Plus, the pump
output torque is gradually and gently reduced, which slowly reduces the
pressure in the pipe. When the Output Pressure is just slightly lower than
the Head Pressure, the flow slowly reverses and closes the Check Valve. By
this time there is very little energy left in the moving fluid and the Shock
Wave is avoided. When the output voltage to the motor is low enough to no
longer be needed, the MVC Plus will end the Decel cycle and turn itself off.
Another common application for decel control is on material handling convey-
ors as a means to prevent sudden stops that may cause products to fall over
or to bump into one another. In overhead crane applications, soft stopping of
the Bridge or Trolley can prevent loads from beginning to over swing on
sudden stops.
3.4.1 Start Deceleration Voltage

The step down voltage adjustment eliminates the dead band in the
deceleration mode that is experienced while the voltage drops to a level
where the motor deceleration is responsive to decreased voltage. This
feature allows for an instantaneous drop in voltage when deceleration is
initiated.
3.4.2 Stop Deceleration Voltage

The stop voltage level setpoint is where the deceleration voltage drops
to zero.
3.4.3 Deceleration Time

Factory Setting = 5 sec.
Range = 0 - 60 sec.
The deceleration ramp time adjusts the time it takes to reach the stop
voltage level set point. The unit should be restarted and stopped to verify
that the desired deceleration time has been achieved.
Note: Do not exceed the motor manufacturers recommended number of starts

per hour. When calculating the number of starts per hour, a decel curve should
be counted as a start curve. For example, recommended number of starts per
hour = 6, allowable starts with decel cycle per hour = 3.
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3.5 Sequence of Normal Operation Display 1 MOTOR STOPPED

READY TO START
Apply control power and check that the Power LED comes on.
(Display 1) MOTOR STARTING
Display 2
Apply three phase power to the unit. The motor should run only when the 00 X FLA
start command is applied.
OVERLOAD ALARM
Apply the start command. (Display 2). The RUN LED will be lit. (Display Display 3 TIME TO TRIP: XXX SECS.
3). The AUX3 LEDs will be lit. If the motor does not enter run mode in the
set time (Acceleration time limit, see SP8.2), a trip will occur. IA: _ _ _ IB: _ _ _
Display 4
When the motor reaches full speed, the AUX4 LED (At Speed) will be lit. IC: _ _ _ G/F: _ _ _
The POWER, RUN, AUX3 LEDs will be lit, indicating that the contact has
energized. IA, IB, IC will display the current setting for Phase A, Phase B,
and Phase C and the G/F indicates ground fault. (Display 4)
If the motor decelerates, or stops, during the acceleration period, hit the
stop button immediately and open the disconnect line. If the unit does not
follow this operational sequence, please refer to the Troubleshooting
Chapter.
It is best to operate the motor at its full load starting condition to achieve the
proper time, torque and ramp settings. Initial settings are set to accommodate
most motor conditions. TRY INITIAL SETTINGS FIRST. See Setpoint Page 2
(page 40) to make any adjustments.
Initial Voltage
Soft Start Curve
Current Limit
Acceleration Time
If decel is enabled, the following parameters for Deceleration Time, Start Decel
Voltage (see Setpoint Page 2 on page 40) and Stop Decel Voltage must also
be programmed.
3.6 Emergency Bypass Operation

Remove input power (using line start section and lock ! DANGER
out disconnect). HAZARDOUS OPERATION
Close the emergency bypass contact. Do not operate the Bypass Contactor with medium
Re-close disconnect on line start panel. voltage power applied to the unit.
Bi-metallic overload protection is required (customer Failure to follow this instruction will cause the motor
supplied if factory emergency overload protection to start unexpectedly.
option has not been included.)
Note: In the emergency bypass mode, there is no overload protection unless a

separate (optional or customer supplier) thermal overload relay is installed.
The line start panel is operable as a normal across-the-line starter. When

power is applied, the bypass contactor is energized, tying the input
terminals directly to its output terminals. When the ON/OFF contact is
closed, the main contactor is energized and the motor line starts. When
the ON/OFF contact is opened, the motor is disconnected from the line
via the main in-line vacuum contactor.
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Chapter 4 - User Interface & Menu Navigation

This chapter explains the keypad operator interface, the LCD descriptions and the
programming features
4.1 Keypad/Operator Interface

The MVC Plus Series user keypad/ keypad operator interface consists of:
2 row by 20 characters Liquid Crystal Display (LCD)
12 LEDs
8 pushbuttons
Note: The MVC Plus Series is menu driven and there are three levels of
programming. The programming for two of these levels is password protected.
Level two requires a three digit password and level three requires a four digit
password.
Toggle between the menu selection for metering and

MENU
setpoint pages.
RESET Will clear the trip indicator and release the trip relay.
Keypad Operator Interface

In the edit mode, press the ENTER pushbutton so the
unit will accept the new programming information.
ENTER When not in the edit mode, the ENTER pushbutton
will toggle through the event indicator list (such as
alarms or trips)
Provides general help information about a specific

HELP
setpoint or action.
Will scroll up through the setpoint and metering menu
page. It will scroll to the top of the setpoint page or a
Button UP ARROW section. In edit mode it will increase a setpoint in an
incremental step or toggle through the available
options in the setpoint.
In the main menu the RIGHT ARROW button provides

access to the setpoint page. For setpoint pages with
RIGHT ARROW multiple columns, the RIGHT ARROW will scroll the
setpoint page to the right. When in edit mode it will
shift one character to the right.
Will scroll down through the setpoint pages and down

through the setpoints. In edit mode, it will decrement
DOWN ARROW
through values and toggle available options in the
setpoint.
Will move to the left through setpoint pages with
multiple columns. When in edit mode it will become
LEFT ARROW
the backspace key and will shift one character to the
left.
Power Indicates control power is present
Run Indicates unit/motor is running
Lights in conjunction with AUX 2 to indicate event or
Alarm
LED warn of possible critical condition.
Lights in conjunction with AUX 1 to indicate a critical
Trip
condition has occurred.
AUX 1-8 Auxilary relays
Note: The directional arrow buttons require careful operation. In edit mode, if
the buttons are held for a long period, the scrolling speed will increase.
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4.2 Menu Navigation

Notes:
1. The MENU keys allow you to toggle the screens between the Setpoint Menu and
MENU the Metering Menu. Simply use the arrow keys to get to the different screens
(1) within each menu.
Example: To access Setpoint Page 3: PHASE & GROUND SETTINGS, press
the MENU key once and the DOWN ARROW two times.
PAGE 1 BASIC 2. Levels 1, 2 and 3 indicate password protection levels for these setpoint pages.
CONFIGURATION
LEVEL 1
PAGE 2 STARTER
CONFIGURATION
PAGE 3 PHASE &

GROUND SETTINGS
PAGE 4 RELAY
ASSIGNMENT
LEVEL 2
PAGE 5 RELAY
CONFIGURATION
PAGE 6 USER I/O

CONFIGURATION
PAGE 7 CUSTOM
ACCELERATION CURVE
PAGE 8 OVERLOAD
CURVE CONFIGURATION
PAGE 9 RTD
CONFIGURATION
LEVEL 3
PAGE 10 SECURITY
SET PASSWORD
PAGE 11
COMMUNICATIONS
PAGE 12 SYSTEM
SETPOINTS
FACTORY PAGE 13 CALIBRATION

LEVEL & SERVICE
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4.2.1 Password Access

Screens in Level 1 of the setpoint menu can be changed without password
access because they list basic motor information. Screens in Levels 2 and 3
require passwords because they provide more in-depth protection and
control of the MVC Plus unit. The password in Levels 2 and 3 can be
changed by the user.
NOTE: Setpoints can only be changed when the motor is in Stop/

Ready Mode! The MVC Plus will not allow a start if it is still
in the Edit Mode. When the unit is in the Edit Mode, an
asterisk is displayed in the top right corner screen.
4.2.2 Changing Setpoints

Example 1: Changing Motor FLA
A. Press MENU button to display Setpoint Page 1, Basic Configuration
B. Press the RIGHT ARROW you will view the screen Motor Full Load
Amps.
C. Press the ENTER button for edit mode. Note the asterisk (*) in the top
right corner of the LCD screen that indicates Edit Mode.
D. To change the value, select the UP ARROW or DOWN ARROW.
E. To accept the new value, press the ENTER button. The unit will accept
the changes and will leave the edit mode. Note the * is no longer in the
top right corner of the LCD Display.
MENU
PAGE 1 BASIC MOTOR FULL LOAD AMPS

CONFIGURATION : 140 AMPS
ENTER
MOTOR FULL LOAD AMP*

2x : 142 AMPS
ENTER
MOTOR FULL LOAD AMP

: 142 AMPS
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Chapter 5 - Setpoint Programming
The MVC Plus has thirteen programmable setpoint pages which define the motor
data, ramp curves, protection, I/O configuration and communications. In Section
5.1, the setpoint pages are outlined in chart form. In Section 5.2 the setpoint pages
are illustrated and defined for easy navigation and programming. Note: Setpoints
can only be changed when the starter is in the Ready Mode. Also the soft start will
not start when it is in programming mode.
5.1 Setpoints Page List

These charts list the Setpoint Page, the programmable functions and the section.
5.1.1 Basic Configuration (Setpoint Page1)
Setpoint Security Factory Setting
Description Range Section
Page Level Default
50 - 100% of Unit Max Current Rating
Motor Full Load Amps (FLA) Model dependent SP1.1
No Passowrd Required
(Model and Service Factor dependent)

Basic Configuration
Service Factor 1.15 1.00 1.3 SP1.2

Level 1
Page 1
Overload Class 10 O/L Class 5-30 SP1.3

NEMA Design B A-F SP1.4
Insulation Class B A, B, C, E, F, H, K, N, S SP1.5
Line Voltage 4160 100 to 15000V SP1.6
Line Frequency 60 50 or 60 HZ SP1.7
5.1.2 Starter Configuration (Setpoint Page 2)

Page Level Default
Jog, Start Ramp 1, Start Ramp 2, Custom

Start Control Mode Start Ramp 1 SP2.1
Accel Curve, Start Disabled, Dual Ramp
Jog Voltage Off 5-75%, Off SP2.2
Start Ramp #1 Type Voltage Current, Voltage, Off
Initial Voltage #1 20% 0-100%
Ramp Time #1 10 sec 0-120 sec
Current Limit #1 350% FLA 200-600 % SP2.3
Initial Current #1 200% FLA 0-300%
Maximum Current #1 350% FLA 200-600 %
Start Ramp #2 Type Off Current, Voltage, Off
Starter Configuration
Initial Voltage #2 60% 0-100 %

Level 1
Page 2
Current Limit #2 350 % FLA 200-600 % SP2.4

Initial Current #2 200% FLA 0-600 %
Kick Start Type Off Voltage or Off
Kick Start Voltage 65% 10-100 % SP2.5
Kick Start Time 0.50 sec 0.10-2.00
Deceleration Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Start Deceleration Voltage 60% 0-100 %
SP2.6
Stop Deceleration Voltage 30% 0-59 %
Deceleration Time 5 sec 1-60 sec
Timed Output Time Off 1-1000 sec, Off SP2.7
Run Delay Time 1 Sec 1-30 sec, Off SP2.8
At Speed Delay Time 1 Sec 1-30 sec, Off SP2.9
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5.1.3 Phase and Ground Settings (Setpoint Page 3)

Page Level Default
Imbalance Alarm Level 15% FLA 5-30 %, Off
SP3.1
Imbalance Alarm Delay 1.5 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
Imbalance Trip Level 20% 5-30 %, Off
SP3.2
Imbalance Trip Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
Undercurrent Alarm Level Off 10-90 %, Off
SP3.3
Undercurrent Alarm Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-60.0 sec
Overcurrent Alarm Level Off 100-300 %, Off
SP3.4
Overcurrent Alarm Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
Overcurrent Trip Level Off 100-300 %, Off
SP3.5
Overcurrent Trip Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
Phase Loss Trip Disabled Enabled or Disabled
SP3.6
Phase Loss Trip Delay 0.1 sec 0-20.0 sec
Phase Rotation Detection Enabled Enabled Only
SP3.7
Phase Rotation ABC ABC
*Ground Fault Alarm Level Off 5-90 %, Off
SP3.8
*Ground Fault Alarm Delay 0.1 sec 0.1-20.0 sec
*Ground Fault Loset Trip Level Off 5-90 %, Off
SP3.9
*Ground Fault Loset Trip Delay 0.5 sec 0.1-20 sec
Phase and Ground Settings
*Ground Fault Hiset Trip Level Off 5-90 %, Off

SP3.10
Password Protection
*Ground Fault Hiset Trip Delay 0.008 sec 0.008-0.250 sec

Overvoltage Alarm Level Off 5 -30%, Off
Level 2
Page 3
SP3.11
Overvoltage Alarm Delay 1.0 sec 1.0-30.0 sec
Overvoltage Trip Level Off 5-30%, Off
SP3.12
Overvoltage Trip Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-30.0 sec
Undervoltage Alarm Level Off 5-30%, Off
SP3.13
Undervoltage Alarm Delay 1.0 sec 1.0-30.0 sec
Undervoltage Trip Level Off 5-30%, Off
SP3.14
Undervoltage Trip Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-30.0 sec
Line Frequency Trip Window Disabled 0-6 Hz, Disabled
SP3.15
Line Frequency Trip Delay 1.0 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
P/F Lead P/F Alarm Off 0.1-1.00, Off
SP3.16
P/F Lead Alarm Delay 1.0 sec 1-120 sec
P/F Lead P/F Trip Off .01-1.00, Off
SP3.17
P/F Lead Trip Delay 1.0 sec 1-120 sec
P/F Lag P/F Alarm Off .01-1.00, Off
SP3.18
P/F Lag Alarm Delay 1.0 sec 1-120 sec
P/F Lag P/F Trip Off .01-1.00, Off
SP3.19
P/F Lag Trip Delay 1.0 sec 1-120 sec
Power Demand Period 10 min 1 - 60 min
KW Demand Alarm Pickup Off KW Off, 1-100000
KVA Demand Alarm Pickup Off KVA Off, 1-100000 SP3.20
KVAR Demand Alarm Pickup Off KVAR Off, 1-100000
Amps Demand Alarm Pickup Off Amps Off, 1-100000
* Ground fault option must be installed
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5.1.4 Relay Assignments (Setpoint Page 4)

Page Level 1st 2nd 3rd
O/L Trip Trip Only None None
I/B Trip Trip None None
S/C Trip Trip Only None None
Overcurrent Trip Trip None None
Stator RTD Trip Trip None None
Bearing RTD Trip Trip None None
*G/F Hi Set Trip Trip None None
*G/F Lo Set Trip Trip None None
Phase Loss Trip Trip None None
Accel. Time Trip Trip Only None None
Start Curve Trip Trip Only None None
Over Frequency Trip Trip None None
Under Frequency Trip Trip None None
I*I*T Start Curve Trip None None
Learned Start Curve Trip None None
Phase Reversal Trip None None
Overvoltage Trip Trip None None
Undervoltage Trip Trip None None None
Power Factor Trip Trip None None Trip(AUX1)
Tach Accel Trip None None None Alarm(AUX2)
Password Protection
Inhibits Trip Trip None None AUX3

Relay Assignments
TCB Fault Trip None None AUX4

External Input #2 None None None AUX5-8
Level 2
Page 4
Dual Ramp None None None Only Available in 8 Relay SP4.1

Thermostat Trip None None System
O/L Warning Alarm None None Notes:
Overcurrent Alarm Alarm None None AUX1 to AUX4 are for Factory
SCR Fail Shunt Alarm None None None Use only. Do not change!
Only AUX 5 - 8 are used in the
*Ground Fault Alarm Alarm None None
2nd & 3rd relay assignments.
Under Current Alarm None None None
Motor Running AUX3 None None
I/B Alarm Alarm None None
Stator RTD Alarm None None None
Non-Stator RTD Alarm None None None
RTD Failure Alarm None None None
Self Test Fail Trip None None
Thermal Register Alarm None None
U/V Alarm Alarm None None
O/V Alarm Alarm None None
Power Factor Alarm None None None
KW Demand Alarm None None None
KVA Demand Alarm None None None
KVAR Demand Alarm None None None
Amps Demand Alarm None None None
Timed Output None None None
Run Delay Time None None None
At Speed AUX4 None None
* Ground fault option must be installed
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5.1.5 Relay Configuration (Setpoint Page 5)

Page Level Default
Trip (AUX1) Fail-Safe No Yes or No SP5.1
Trip (AUX1) Relay Latched Yes Yes or No SP5.2
Alarm (AUX2) Fail-Safe No Yes or No SP5.1
Alarm (AUX2) Relay Latched No Yes or No SP5.2
AUX3 Relay Fail-Safe No Yes or No SP5.1
AUX3 Relay Latched No Yes or No SP5.2
Password Protection
Relay Configuration

Level 2
Page 5

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5.1.6 User I/O Configuration (Setpoint Page 6)

Page Level Default
Tachometer Scale Selection Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Manual Tach Scale 4.0 mA: 0 RPM 0 - 3600 SP6.1
Manual Tach Scale 20.0 mA: 2000 RPM 0 - 3600
Tach Accel Trip Mode Select Disabled Underspeed, Overspeed or Disabled
Tach Ramp Time 20 sec 1 - 120
Tach Underspeed Trip PT 1650 RPM 0-3600 SP6.2
Tach Overspeed Trip PT 1850 RPM 0 - 3600
Tach Accel Trip Delay 1 sec 1 - 60
Off, RPM 0-3600, Hottest Non-Stator RTD
0-200C, Hottest Stator RTD
Analog Output #1 RMS Current
0 - 200C, RMS Current 0 - 7500 A, %
Motor Load 0 - 600%, kw 0 - 30000kw. SP6.3
Analog Output #1 4mA: 0 0-65535

Analog Output #2 % Motor Load Same As Analog Input #1
User I/O Configuration
Passowrd Protection
Analog Output #2 4mA: 0 0-1000% SP6.4

Analog Output #2 20mA: 1000 0-1000%
Page 6
Lavel 2
User Programmable External

Inputs
TCB Fault Enabled Enabled or Disabled
Name Ext. Input #1 TCB Fault User Defined, up to 15 Characters
TCB Fault Type NO Normally Open or Closed
TCB Fault Time Delay 1 sec 0-60 sec
External Input #2 Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Name Ext. Input #2 User Defined, up to 15 Characters
External Input #2 Type NO Normally Open or Closed
SP6.5
External Input #2 Time Delay 0 sec 0-60 sec
Second Ramp Dual Ramp Enabled or Disabled or Dual Ramp
Name Ext. Input #3 Second Ramp User Defined, up to 15 Characters
Second Ramp Type NO Normally Open or Closed
Second Ramp Time Delay 0 sec 0-60 sec
Thermostat Enabled Enabled or Disabled
Name Ext. Input #4 Thermostat User Defined, up to 15 Characters
Thermostat Type NC Normally Open or Closed
Thermostat Time Delay 1 sec 0-60 sec
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5.1.7 Custom Acceleration Curve (Setpoint Page 7)

Page Level Default
Custom Accel Curve Disabled Disabled, Curve A, B, or C
Custom Curve A
Curve A Voltage Level 1 25% 0-100%
Curve A Ramp Time 1 2 sec 1-60 sec
Custom Acceleration Curve

Password Protection

Level 3
Page 7
Curve A Ramp Time 5 2 sec 1-60 sec SP7.1

Curve A Current Limit 350% FLA 200-600%
Same Programmable Data Points and Ranges
Custom Curve B
as Custom Curve A

Custom Curve C
as Custom Curve A
5.1.8 Overload Curve Configuration (Setpoint Page 8)

Page Level Default
Basic Run Overload Curve
Run Curve Locked Rotor Time O/L Class 1-30 sec, O/L Class
SP8.1
Run Locked Rotor Current 600% FLA 400-800%
Coast Down Timer Disabled 1-60 Min, Disabled
Overload Curve Configuration
Basic Start Overload Curve

Password Protection
Start Curve Locked Rotor Time O/L Class 1-30 sec, O/L Class
Start Locked Rotor Current 600% FLA 400-800%
Level 3
Page 8
SP8.2
Acceleration Time Limit 30 sec 1-300 sec, Disabled
Number of Starts Per Hour Disabled 1-6, Disabled
Time Between Starts Time Disabled 1-60 Min, Disabled
Area Under Curve Protection Disabled Enabled or Disabled
SP8.3
Max I*I*T Start 368 FLA 1-2500 FLA*FLA*sec
Current Over Curve Disabled Disabled, Learn, Enabled
Learned Start Curve Bias 10% 5-40% SP8.4
Time for Sampling 30 sec 1-300 sec
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5.1.9 RTD Option Configuration (Setpoint Page 9)

Page Level Default
Use NEMA Temp for RTD Values Disabled Enabled or Disabled SP9.1
# of RTD Used for Stator 4 0-6 SP9.2

RTD Voting Disabled Enabled or Disabled SP9.3
120 OHM NI, 100 OHM NI, 100 OHM PT, 10
Stator Phase A1 Type Off
OHM CU
RTD #1 Description Stator A1 User defined, Up to 15 Characters
Stator Phase A1 Alarm Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Stator Phase A1 Trip Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Stator Phase A2 Type Off Same as Stator Phase A1
Stator Phase A2 Alarm Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Stator Phase B1 Type Off Same as Stator Phase A1
RTD #3 Description Stator B1 User defined, Up to 15 Characters
Stator Phase B1 Alarm Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Stator Phase B1 Trip Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Password Protection

RTD Configuration

Level 3
Page 9

Stator Phase C1 Type Off Same as Stator Phase A1
RTD #5 Description Stator C1 User defined, Up to 15 Characters SP9.4
Stator Phase C1 Alarm Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Stator Phase C1 Trip Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
RTD #6 Description Stator C2 User defined, Up to 15 Characters
End Bearing Type Off Same as Stator A1
RTD #7 Description End Bearing User defined, Up to 15 Characters
End Bearing Alarm Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
End Bearing Trip Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Shaft Bearing Type Off Same as Stator Phase A1
RTD #8 Description Shaft Bearing User defined, Up to 15 Characters
Shaft Bearing Alarm Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Shaft Bearing Trip Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
RTD #9 Type Off Same as Stator Phase A1
RTD #9 Description User defined User defined, Up to 15 Characters
RTD #9 Alarm Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
RTD #9 Trip Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
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5.1.9 RTD Option Configuration Page 9 Contd

Page Level Default
Password Protection

RTD Configuration

Level 3
Page 9

SP9.4
5.1.10 Security Set Password Page 10

Page Level Default
Level
Page
Set Level 2 Password 100 000 999 Three Digits SP10.1

10
Set Level 3 Password 1000 0000 9999 Four Digits SP10.2
5.1.11 Communications Page 11

Page Level Default
Set Front Baud Rate 9.6 KB/sec 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2, 38.4 KB/sec SP11.1
Password Protection
Communiications
Set Modbus Baud Rate 9.6 KB/sec 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2, 38.4 KB/sec SP11.2
Page 11
Level 3
Modbus Address Number 247 1 247 SP11.3

Set Access Code 1 1 999 SP11.4
Set Link Baud Rate 38.4 KB/sec 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2, 38.4 KB/sec SP11.5
Remote Start/Stop Disabled Enabled or Disabled SP11.6
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5.1.12 System (Setpoint Page 12)

Page Level Default
Default Display Screen
Metering Data Page # 1 Enter Metering Page (1-4)
Enter Metering Screen
Page 1(1-10) SP12.1
Metering Data Screen # 1 Page 2 (1-11)
Page 3 (1 - 29)
Page 4 (1 - 6)
Alarms
RTD Failure Alarm Disabled Enabled or Disabled
SP12.2
Thermal Register Alarm 90% Off, 40-95%
Thermal Alarm Delay 10 sec 1-20 sec
Password Protection
Thermal Register Setup Info

System Setpoints
Cold Stall Time O/L Class O/L Class (5-30) or 4-40 second time delay
Page 12
Level 3
Hot Stall Time O/L Class O/L Class, 4-40 sec

Stopped Cool Down Time 30 Min 10-300 Min
Runing Cool Down Time 15 Min 10-300 Min
Relay Measured Cool Rates Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Thermal Register Minimum 15% 10-50% SP12.3
Motor Design Ambient Temp 40C 10-90C
Motor Design Run Temperature 80% Max 50-100% of Motor Stator Max Temp
Motor Stator Max Temp INS CLS INS CLS, 10-240 C

I/B Input to Thermal Register Enabled Enabled Only
Use Calculated K or Assign 7 1-50, On
Press Enter to Clr Thermal Register SP12.4
5.1.13 Calibration and Service (Setpoint Page 13)

Page Level Default
Set Date and Time FACTORY SET;
(DDMMYY:HHMM) ##/##/## ##:##
FACTORY USE ONLY
Calibration & Service
FACTORY SET;
Enter Date (DDMMYYYY) D=1-31, M=1-12, Y=1970-2069 SP13.1
##/##/####
Page 13
FACTORY SET;
Enter Time (HH:MM) H=00-23, M=0-59
##:##
Model # FACTORY SET;
Display Only, Cannot be changed SP13.2
Firmware REV. # ###### ######
Press Enter to Access Factory
Available to Qualified Factory Personnel SP13.3
Settings
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5.2 Setpoint Menu

Note:
1. Push MENU key to toggle the screens between Setpoint Menu and Metering
MENU Menu.
(1) 2. Follow the arrow keys to get to different screens.
Example: For Page 3 PHASE & GROUND SETTINGS, press the MENU key and
the DOWN ARROW two times.
PAGE 1 BASIC
CONFIGURATION
LEVEL 1
PAGE 2 STARTER
CONFIGURATION
PAGE 3 PHASE &

GROUND SETTINGS
PAGE 4 RELAY
ASSIGNMENT
LEVEL 2
PAGE 5 RELAY
CONFIGURATION
PAGE 6 USER I/O

CONFIGURATION
PAGE 7 CUSTOM
ACCELERATION CURVE
PAGE 8 OVERLOAD
CURVE CONFIGURATION
PAGE 9 RTD
CONFIGURATION
LEVEL 3
PAGE 10 SECURITY
SET PASSWORD
PAGE 11
COMMUNICATIONS
PAGE 12 SYSTEM
SETPOINTS
FACTORY PAGE 13 CALIBRATION

LEVEL & SERVICE
MOTORTRONICS - 38
SP.1 Basic Configuration (Setpoint Page 1)

In Setpoint Page 1, the MVC is looking for the following basic MENU
nameplate data of the motor.
PAGE 1 BASIC MOTOR FULL LOAD AMPS

SP1.1 Motor Full Load Amps (FLA): Allows the user to CONFIGURATION : 200 AMPS
enter the motors FLA rating. Range of adjustment is Range: 50 - 100% of Unit
50 - 100% (less programmed service factor). MAX CURRENT AMPS
Increments of 1
SP1.2 Service Factor: Sets the pickup point on the overload SERVICE FACTOR
curve as defined by the programmed motor full load : 1.15 X FLA
Range: 1.00 - 1.3
current. Ex: If the motor FLA is 100 and the service Increments of 0.01
factor is 1.15, the MVC Plus overload pickup point will
be 115 Amps. OVERLOAD
CLASS: 10
SP1.3 Overload Class: Choose the motor protection Range: 5 - 30
Increments of 5
overload class, range from 5-30.
Ex: Overload Class 10 will trip in 10 seconds at six NEMA
times FLA. DESIGN: B
Range: A - F
INSULATION
CLASS: B
Range: A - S
LINE VOLTAGE
INPUT: 4160 VOLTS
Range: 100 - 15000
LINE FREQUENCY
HZ: 60
Range: 50 or 60
SP1.4 NEMA design: The motor design maximum allowed slip (Select
from Class A through F).
SP1.5 Insulation Class: The motor insulation temperature class (Select

A, B, C, E, F, G, H, K, N or S).
SP1.6 Line Voltage Input: Applied Voltage
SP1.7 Line Frequency: The user may choose either 50 Hz or 60 Hz.
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SP.2 Starter Configuration (Setpoint Page 2)
MENU
(Hit DOWN ARROW one time)
PAGE 2 STARTER START CONTROL MODE

CONFIGURATION : START RAMP 1
JOG, START RAMP 1,
START RAMP 2, DUAL
RAMP, CUSTOM ACCEL
CURVE,START DISABLED
If If
VOLTAGE CURRENT
JOG VOLTAGE selected selected
: OFF these these
screens screens
Range: 5 - 75% or Off will appear. will appear.
Increments 5
START RAMP #1 TYPE INITIAL VOLTAGE INITIAL CURRENT

: VOLTAGE #1: 20% #1: 200% FLA
Options:Voltage, Current Range: 0 - 100% Range: 0 - 300%
or Off Increments of 1 Increments of 1
RAMP TIME RAMP TIME

#1: 10 SEC. #1: 10 SEC.
Range: 0 - 120 SEC. Range: 0 - 120 SEC
Increments of 1 Increments of 1
CURRENT LIMIT MAXIMUM CURRENT

#1: 350% FLA #1: 350% FLA
Range: 200 - 600% Range: 200-600%
If If
START RAMP #2 TYPE VOLTAGE CURRENT
: OFF selected INITIAL VOLTAGE selected INITIAL CURRENT
these these
#2: 60% #2: 200% FLA
Options: Voltage, Current screens screens
or Off will appear. Range: 0 - 100% will appear. Range: 0 - 300%
RAMP TIME RAMP TIME

#2: 10 SEC. #2: 10 SEC.
Range: 0 - 120 SEC. Range: 0 - 120 SEC
CURRENT LIMIT MAXIMUM CURRENT

#2: 350% FLA #2: 350% FLA
Range: 200 - 600% Range: 200-600%
KICK START KICK START VOLTAGE

TYPE: OFF : 65%
Range: Voltage or Off Range: 10 - 100%
Increments of 5
DECELERATION KICK START TIME

: DISABLED : 0.50 SEC.
Range: Enabled or Disabled Range: 0.10 - 2.00
Increments of 0.10
START DECELERATION
TIMED OUTPUT VOLTAGE: 60%
TIME: OFF
Range: 0 - 100%
Range: 1 - 1000 sec, OFF Increments of 1
Increments of 1
RUN DELAY STOP DECELERATION

TIME: 1 SEC. VOLTAGE: 30%
Range: 0 - 30 sec, OFF Range: 0 - 59%
AT SPEED DELAY DECELERATION

TIME: 1 SEC. TIME: 5 SEC.
Range: 0 - 30 sec, OFF Range: 1 - 60
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SP.2 Starter Configuration (Setpoint Page 2) Voltage Ramping with Current Limit is the
Provides multiple choices for starting ramps that can be most used curve and is similar to voltage
selected for particular loads and applications. ramping. However, it adds an adjustable
maximum current output. Voltage is increased
SP2.1 Start Control Mode: Dual Ramp, Custom gradually until the setting of the Maximum
Accel Curve, Jog Voltage, Start Ramp 1, Start Current Limit setpoint is reached. The voltage is
Ramp 2. held at this level until the motor accelerates to
Dual Ramp: The dual ramp mode works in full speed. This may be necessary in
conjunction with External Input #3. This allows applications where the electrical power is
the user to switch between the two start ramps limited. Typical applications include portable or
without having to reconfigure the start mode. emergency generator supplies, utility power
(For details on configuring External Input #3 for near the end of a transmission line and utility
DUAL RAMP see Setpoint Page 6.) starting power demand restrictions. Note: Using
Custom Accel Curve: Allows the user to Current Limit will override the Ramp Time setting
custom design the acceleration start curve to if necessary, so use this feature when accel-
the application. (See setpoint page 7 for eration time is not critical. To achieve Voltage
configuration setup.) Note: If Custom Accel Ramping with Current Limit, select VOLTAGE
Curve has not been enabled in setpoint page 7, for the START RAMP #1 setpoint and set
the MVC Plus will ignore the start control mode CURRENT LIMIT#1 setpoint to a desired lower
and read this setpoint as disabled. setting, as determined by your application
requirements.
SP2.2 Jog Voltage: The voltage level necessary to
cause the motor to slowly rotate. Start Ramp 1 Type: Current
Current Ramping (Closed Loop Torque
SP2.3 Start Ramp 1 Type: The ramp type can be Ramping) is used for smooth linear acceleration
setup for either Voltage or Current. If Voltage is of output torque. This ramp is only used on
selected, initial voltage, ramp time and current some conveyor systems (long haul or down hill).
limit are adjustable. If Current is selected, initial For other applications, use Voltage Ramp or a
current, ramp time and maximum current are custom accel curve. Output voltage is
adjustable. constantly updated to provide the linear current
Start Ramp 1 Type: Voltage ramp, and therefore the available torque is
Voltage Ramping is the most reliable starting maximized at any given speed. This is for
method, because the starter will eventually applications where rapid changes in torque may
reach an output voltage high enough to draw full result in load damage or equipment changes.
current and develop full torque. This method is Typical applications include overland conveyors
useful for applications where the load conditions if belt stretching occurs; fans and mixers if
change frequently and where different levels of blade warping is a problem; and material
torque are required. handling systems if stacked products fall over or
Typical applications break. This feature can be used with or without
include material the Maximum Current Limit setting. To achieve
handling conveyors, Current Ramping select CURRENT for START
positive displacement RAMP #1 TYPE setpoint and the MAXIMUM
pumps and drum CURRENT #1 setpoint to the desired level.
mixers.
Voltage is increased Current Limit Only: (Current Step) start uses the
from a starting point Current Limit feature exclusively. This method of
(Initial Torque) to full starting eliminates the soft start voltage/current
voltage over an ramp and instead, maximizes the effective
adjustable period of application of motor torque within the limits of
time (Ramp Time). To the motor. In this mode, setpoint RAMP TIME
achieve Voltage Ramping, select VOLTAGE for #1 is set to zero (0), so the output current
the START RAMP #1 TYPE setpoint and set jumps to the current limit setting immediately.
CURRENT LIMIT#1 setpoint to 600% (the Typically used in with a limited power supply,
maximum setting). Since this is essentially when starting a difficult load such as a
Locked Rotor Current on most motors, there is centrifuge or deep well pump, when the motor
little or no Current Limit effect on the Ramp capacity is barely adequate (stall condition or
profile. overloading occurs) or if other starting modes
fail. Since ramp times are set to zero (0),
START RAMP #1 TYPE is set to either
VOLTAGE or CURRENT.
MOTORTRONICS - 41
Initial Torque (Initial Voltage #1 or Initial SP2.4 Start Ramp 2: The same options and screen
Current #1): Sets the initial start point of either setups as Start Ramp 1. Note: CUSTOM
the Voltage Ramp or the Current Ramp. Every ACCEL CURVE overrides the voltage or current
load requires some amount of torque to start start in Ramps 1 and 2 when selected to be the
from a standstill. It is inefficient to begin ramping start control mode.
the motor from zero every time, since between
zero and the WK2 break-away torque level, no SP2.5 Kick Start: Used as an initial energy burst in
work is being performed. The initial torque level applications with high friction loads.
should be set to provide enough torque to start
rotating the motor shaft, enabling a soft start Kick Start Voltage: The initial voltage (as a
and preventing torque shock damage. Setting percent of full voltage value) that is needed to
this start point too high will not damage the start the motor. (i.e., Breakaway or Initial
starter, but may reduce or eliminate the soft Torque.)
start effect.
Kick Start Time: The time the initial torque
Ramp Time #1: Sets the maximum allowable boost is applied.
time for ramping the initial voltage or current
(torque) setting to either of the following: SP2.6 Deceleration: Allows the motor to gradually
1) the Current Limit setting when the motor is come to a soft stop.
still accelerating, or
2) full output voltage if the Current Limit is set to Start Deceleration Voltage: The first part of
maximum. the deceleration ramp. The MVC Plus initially
Increasing the ramp time softens the start drops to this voltage level upon receiving a
process by gradually increasing the voltage or STOP command. (Represented as a percent of
current. Ideally, the ramp time should be set for voltage value.)
the longest amount of time the application will
allow (without stalling the motor). Some Stop Deceleration Voltage: The drop-off point
applications require a short ramp time due to of the deceleration ramp. (Percent of voltage
the mechanics of the system. (i.e, centrifugal value.)
pumps, because pump problems can occur due
to insufficient torque). Deceleration Time: Decel ramp time.
Current Limit: Sets the maximum motor SP2.7 Timed Output: Used with an AUX 5-8 relay.
current the starter will allow during Ramping. As When enabled, and upon a start command, it
the motor begins to ramp, the Current Limit waits until the programmed time plus the run
feature sets a ceiling at which the current draw delayed time has expired. The relay energizes
is held. Current Limit remains in effect until the and remains so until a stop command is
following occurs: received. It de-energizes upon receiving a stop
1) the motor reaches full speed (detected by the command.
At-Speed detection circuit) or
2) the Overload Protection trips on Motor SP2.8 Run Delay Time: Can be used with an AUX 5-
Thermal Overload. 8 relay. The delay timer begins upon receipt of
Once the motor reaches full speed, the Current the start command. The relay will then drop out
Limit feature becomes inactive. when the time has expired.
In the Voltage Ramp Profile, the voltage output SP2.9 At Speed Delay Time: Used with an AUX 4
is increased until it reaches the Current Limit. relay, it waits until after the motor reaches the
Ramp time is the maximum amount of time it end of ramp and the programmed delay time has
takes for the voltage to increase until the expired. The relay energizes until a stop
Current Limit setting takes over. With some load command has been received.
conditions, the Current Limit is reached before
the Ramp Time expires.
The Current Ramp profile varies the output

voltage to provide a linear increase in current up
to the Maximum Current setpoint value. A
closed loop feedback of motor current maintains
the Current Ramp profile.
MOTORTRONICS - 42
SP.3 Phase & Ground Settings

(Setpoint Page 3) MENU
(Security Level: 2) (Hit DOWN ARROW two times)
(See pg 58 for passwords)

PAGE 3 PHASE & IMBALANCE ALARM IMBALANCE ALARM
GROUND SETTINGS LEVEL: 15% FLA DELAY: 1.5 SEC.
Range: 5 - 30%, OFF Range: 1.0 - 20.0 SEC.
Increments of 1 Increments of 0.1
IMBALANCE TRIP IMBALANCE TRIP

LEVEL: 20%FLA DELAY: 2.0 SEC.
Note: Proper phase sequence must be observed when Increments of 1 Increments of 0.1
connecting the input power. For example, phase
UNDERCURRENT ALARM UNDERCURRENT ALARM
A must lead phase B, which in turn must lead LEVEL: OFF DELAY: 2.0 SEC.
phase C by 120 respectively. If the phase Range: 10 - 90%, OFF Range: 1.0 - 60.0 SEC.
rotation is not correct, a fault light and the LCD Increments of 1 Increments of 0.1
display will indicate the problem. OVERCURRENT ALARM OVERCURRENT ALARM
LEVEL: OFF DELAY: 2.0 SEC.
SP3.1 Imbalance Alarm Level: This is an advance Range: 100 - 300%, OFF Range: 1.0 - 20.0 SEC., OFF
warning of a phase imbalance problem. The
problem may not be a fault in the motor, but OVERCURRENT TRIP OVERCURRENT TRIP
merely caused by imbalanced voltages. LEVEL: OFF DELAY: 2.0 SEC.
Imbalance Alarm Delay: The amount of time
PHASE LOSS TRIP PHASE LOSS TRIP
the imbalance condition must exist before an : DISABLED DELAY: 0.1 SEC.
alarm occurs. Options: Enabled or Disabled Range: 0 - 20.0 SEC.
Increments of 0.1
SP3.2 Imbalance Trip Level: This will trip the motor
on excessive phase imbalance. The trip level PHASE ROTATION PHASE ROTATION
DETECTION: ENABLED : ABC
should be programmed to a higher value than the
alarm level.
Imbalance Trip Delay: The amount of time the * GROUND FAULT ALARM GROUND FAULT ALARM
imbalance condition must exist before a trip will LEVEL: OFF DELAY: 0.1 SEC.
occur. Increments of 1 Increments of 0.1
SP3.3 Undercurrent Alarm Level: Typically used to * GROUND FAULT LOSET GROUND FAULT LOSET
TRIP LEVEL: OFF TRIP DELAY: 0.5 SEC
warn of possible load loss, a coupling breaking or Range: 5 - 90%, OFF Range: 0.1 - 20.0 SEC., OFF
other mechanical problems. Increments of 1 Increments of 0.1
Undercurrent Alarm Delay: The amount of time GROUND FAULT HISET GROUND FAULT HISET
* TRIP LEVEL: OFF TRIP DELAY: 0.008 SEC.
the undercurrent condition must exist before an Range: 5 - 90%, OFF Range: 0.008 - 0.250 SEC.
alarm will occur. Increments of 1 Increments of 0.002
OVERVOLTAGE ALARM OVERVOLTAGE ALARM

SP3.4 Overcurrent Alarm Level: Typically used to LEVEL: OFF DELAY: 1.0 SEC.
indicate when the motor is overloaded. This Range: 5 - 30%, OFF Range: 1.0 - 30.0 SEC.
feature can be used to either stop the feed to the
equipment or warn operators of an overload OVERVOLTAGE TRIP OVERVOLTAGE TRIP
condition.
Overcurrent Alarm Delay: The amount of time UNDERVOLTAGE ALARM UNDERVOLTAGE ALARM
the overcurrent condition must exist before an LEVEL: OFF DELAY: 1.0 SEC.
alarm will occur. Range: 5 - 30%, OFF Range: 1.0 - 30.0 SEC.
UNDERVOLTAGE TRIP UNDERVOLTAGE TRIP

LINE FREQUENCY TRIP LINE FREQUENCY TRIP

WINDOW: DISABLED DELAY: 1.0 SEC.
Range: 0 - 6, Disabled Range: 1.0 - 20.0 SEC.
MOTORTRONICS - 43
SP.3 Phase & Ground Settings (Setpoint Page 3)
(Security Level: 2)
MENU
(Hit DOWN ARROW two times)
PAGE 3 PHASE & POWER FACTOR LEAD P/F LEAD ALARM

GROUND SETTINGS P/F ALARM: OFF DELAY: 1 SEC.
Range: .01 - 1.00, OFF Range: 1 - 120 SEC
Increments of .01 Increments of 1
SP3.5 Overcurrent Trip Level: Typically used to
POWER FACTOR LEAD P/F LEAD TRIP
indicate the motor is severely overloaded and at P/F TRIP: OFF DELAY: 1.0 SEC.
which point a trip occurs. Range: .01 - 1.00, OFF Range: 1 - 120 SEC.
Overcurrent Trip Delay: The amount of time the POWER FACTOR LAG P/F LAG ALARM
overcurrent P/F ALARM: OFF DELAY: 1.0 SEC.
condition must Range: .01 - 1.00, OFF Range: 1 - 120 SEC.
exist before a
trip will occur. POWER FACTOR LAG P/F LAG TRIP
P/F TRIP: OFF DELAY: 1.0 SEC.
Range: .01 - 1.00, OFF Range: 1 - 120 SEC.
SP3.6 Phase Loss Increments of .01 Increments of 1
Trip: When POWER DEMAND
enabled, the PERIOD: 10 MINUTES
MVC Plus will trip the motor off-line upon a Range: 1 - 60 Minutes
Increments of 1
loss of phase power.
KW DEMAND ALARM
Phase Loss Trip Delay: The amount of time the PICKUP: OFF KW
phase loss condition must exist before a trip will Range: OFF, 1 - 100000
Increments of 1
occur.
KVA DEMAND ALARM
PICKUP: OFF KVA
SP3.7 Phase Rotation Detection: The MVC Plus is Range: OFF, 1 - 100000
continuously monitoring the phase rotation. Upon Increments of 1
a start command, a trip will occur if it detects a
change in the phase rotation. KVAR DEMAND ALARM
PICKUP: OFF KVAR
Range: OFF, 1 - 100000
Phase Rotation: Must be ABC only. This Increments of 1
setpoint monitors the wiring to ensure that the
phase rotation is correct. To view the present AMPS DEMAND ALARM
phase rotation, go to Metering Page1, screen PICKUP: OFF AMPS
number 4 on page 66. Range: OFF, 1 - 100000
Increments of 1
SP3.8 *Ground Fault Alarm: Typically used to warn of SP3.10 *Ground Fault Hiset Trip Level: Used to trip
low level ground current leakage the motor (within milliseconds) upon detecting a
high level of ground current leakage. This
*Ground Fault Alarm Delay: The amount of setpoint is intended to detect low impedance
time that the ground fault condition must exist faults.
before an alarm will occur.
*Ground Fault Hiset Trip Delay: The amount of
SP3.9 *Ground Fault Loset Trip Level: Typically used time that the ground fault condition must exist
to trip the motor on a low level of ground current before a trip will occur.
leakage. This setpoint is intended to detect high
impedance faults. SP3.11 Overvoltage Alarm Level: Typically used to
indicate when the line voltage is too high. This is
*Ground Fault Loset Trip Delay: The amount of an alarm level.
time that the ground fault condition must exist
before a trip will occur. Overvoltage Alarm Delay: The amount of time
that the overvoltage condition must exist before a
trip will occur.
* Ground Fault Option must be installed
MOTORTRONICS - 44
SP3.12 Overvoltage Trip Level: Typically used to SP3.17 Power Factor Lead Trip: The acceptable
indicate that the line voltage is too high and at amount of power factor lead before a trip is
which point a trip occurs generated.
Overvoltage Trip Delay: The amount of time Power Factor Lead Delay: The amount of time
that the overvoltage condition must exist before a that the power factor lead condition must exist
trip will occur. beyond the window before a trip will occur.
SP3.13 Undervoltage Alarm Level: Typically used to SP3.18 Power Factor Lag Alarm: Typically used to
indicate when the line voltage is too low. This is indicate a lagging power factor.
an alarm level.
Power Factor Lag Alarm Delay: The amount
Undervoltage Alarm Delay: The amount of of time that the power factor lagging condition
time that the overvoltage condition must exist must exist beyond the window before a trip will
before a trip will occur. occur.
SP3.14 Undervoltage Trip Level: Typically used to SP3.19 Power Factor Lag Trip: The acceptable
indicate that the line voltage is too low and at amount of power factor lag before a trip is
which point a trip occurs generated.
Undervoltage Trip Delay: The amount of time Power Factor Lag Delay: The amount of time
that the undervoltage condition must exist before that the power factor lag condition must exist
a trip will occur. beyond the window before a trip will occur.
SP3.15 Line Frequency Trip Window: The acceptable SP3.20 Power Demand Period: The MVC Plus
amount of drift above or below the line frequency measures the demand of the motor for several
(Hz) before a trip is generated. parameters (current, kW, kVAR, kVA). The
demand values of motors assists in energy
Line Frequency Trip Delay: The amount of management programs where processes may
time that the frequency drift condition must exist be altered or scheduled to reduce overall
beyond the window before a trip will occur. demand. Demand is calculated by a
programmed amount of time where current, kW,
SP3.16 Power Factor Lead Alarm: Typically used to kVAR and kVA samples are taken and then
indicate a leading power factor. averaged and stored to assess demand.
Power Factor Lead Alarm Delay: The amount

of time that the power factor lead condition must
exist beyond the window before a trip will occur.
MOTORTRONICS - 45
SP.4 Relay Assignment (Setpoint Page 4)
PHASE REVERSAL I/B ALARM
MENU 1ST: TRIP 1ST: ALARM
(Hit DOWN ARROW three times)
OVERVOLTAGE TRIP STATOR RTD ALARM

PAGE 4 RELAY O/L TRIP 1ST: TRIP 1ST: NONE
ASSIGNMENT 1ST: TRIP ONLY
Range: TRIP (AUX1),
ALARM (AUX2), AUX3,
AUX4 UNDERVOLTAGE TRIP NON-STATOR RTD ALARM
1ST: TRIP 1ST: NONE
I/B TRIP
1ST: TRIP
POWER FACTOR TRIP RTD FAILURE ALARM

1ST: TRIP 1ST: NONE
S/C TRIP
1ST: TRIP ONLY
TACH ACCEL TRIP

SELF-TEST FAIL
1ST: NONE
1ST: TRIP
OVERCURRENT TRIP
1ST: TRIP
INHIBITS TRIP
1ST: TRIP THERMAL REGISTER
STATOR RTD TRIP 1ST: ALARM
1ST: TRIP
TCB FAULT
1ST: TRIP U/V ALARM
NON-STATOR RTD TRIP 1ST: ALARM
1ST: TRIP
EXTERNAL INPUT #2
1ST: NONE O/V ALARM
G/F HI SET TRIP 1ST: ALARM
1ST: TRIP
DUAL RAMP
1ST: NONE POWER FACTOR ALARM
G/F LO SET TRIP 1ST: NONE
1ST: TRIP
THERMOSTAT
1ST: TRIP KW DEMAND ALARM
PHASE LOSS TRIP 1ST: NONE
1ST: TRIP
O/L WARNING
1ST: ALARM KVA DEMAND ALARM
ACCEL. TIME TRIP 1ST: NONE
1ST: TRIP ONLY
OVERCURRENT ALARM
1ST: ALARM
KVAR DEMAND ALARM
START CURVE TRIP
1ST: NONE
1ST: TRIP ONLY
SCR FAIL SHUNT ALARM

1ST: NONE
AMPS DEMAND ALARM
OVER FREQUENCY TRIP 1ST: NONE
1ST: TRIP
GROUND FAULT ALARM

1ST: ALARM
TIMED OUTPUT
UNDER FREQUENCY TRIP 1ST: NONE
1ST: TRIP
UNDERCURRENT ALARM
1ST: NONE
RUN DELAY TIME
I*I*T START CURVE 1ST: NONE
1ST: TRIP
MOTOR RUNNING
LEARNED START CURVE 1ST: AUX3 AT SPEED
1ST: TRIP 1ST: AUX4
MOTORTRONICS - 46
SP.4 Relay Assignment (Setpoint Page 4)

(Security Level: 2)
All of the protection functions of the MVC Plus are user programmable to
an output relay. The factory will ship with all tripping functions assigned
to TRIP (AUX1) relay, and all alarm functions to ALARM (AUX2) relay.
Note: AUX1 - 4 are Factory Set and should not be changed.
SP4.1 The following is a list of all the user programmable functions.

Note: The 1st Relay Assignments are factory defaults and should
not be changed.
FUNCTIONS RELAY ASSIGNMENTS

1st 2nd 3rd
IMBALANCE TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
SHORT CIRCUIT TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
OVERCURRENT TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
STATOR RTD TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
NON-STATOR RTD TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
GROUND FAULT HI SET TRIP* TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
GROUND FAULT LO SET TRIP* TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
PHASE LOSS TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
OVER FREQUENCY TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
UNDER FREQUENCY TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
I*I*T START CURVE TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
LEARNED START CURVE TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
PHASE REVERSAL TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
OVERVOLTAGE TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
UNDERVOLTAGE TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
POWER FACTOR TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
TACH ACCEL TRIP NONE NONE NONE
INHIBITS TRIP TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
TCB FAULT TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
EXTERNAL INPUT 2 NONE NONE NONE
DUAL RAMP NONE NONE NONE
THERMOSTAT TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
OVERLOAD WARNING ALARM (AUX2) NONE NONE
OVERCURRENT ALARM ALARM (AUX2) NONE NONE
SCR FAIL SHUNT ALARM ALARM (AUX2) NONE NONE
GROUND FAULT ALARM* ALARM (AUX2) NONE NONE
UNDERCURRENT ALARM NONE NONE NONE
MOTOR RUNNING AUX3 NONE NONE
IMBALANCE ALARM ALARM (AUX2) NONE NONE
STATOR RTD ALARM NONE NONE NONE
NON-STATOR RTD ALARM NONE NONE NONE
RTD FAILURE ALARM NONE NONE NONE
SELF TEST FAIL TRIP (AUX1) NONE NONE
THERMAL REGISTER ALARM (AUX2) NONE NONE
U/V ALARM ALARM (AUX2) NONE NONE
O/V ALARM ALARM (AUX2) NONE NONE
POWER FACTOR ALARM NONE NONE NONE
KW DEMAND ALARM NONE NONE NONE
KVA DEMAND ALARM NONE NONE NONE
KVAR DEMAND ALARM NONE NONE NONE
AMPS DEMAND ALARM NONE NONE NONE
TIMED OUTPUT NONE NONE NONE
RUN DELAY TIME NONE NONE NONE
AT SPEED AUX4 NONE NONE
*Ground fault option must be installed
MOTORTRONICS - 47
SP.5 Relay Configuration (Setpoint Page 5)

(Security Level: 2)
MENU
In Setpoint Page 5 the user
(Hit DOWN ARROW four times)
can configure the four output
relays as either fail-safe or
PAGE 5 RELAY TRIP (AUX1) RELAY TRIP (AUX1) RELAY
non fail-safe and latching or CONFIGURATION FAIL-SAFE: NO LATCHED: YES
non-latching.
Options: Yes or No
SP5.1 When a relay has been configured

ALARM (AUX2) RELAY ALARM (AUX2) RELAY
as fail-safe and power is applied, FAIL-SAFE: NO LATCHED: NO
the relay will be energized. The
relay will then de-energize when an
event occurs or if the power fails. AUX 3 RELAY AUX3 RELAY
NOTE: The relays in the MVC FAIL-SAFE: NO LATCHED: NO
Plus will not prevent a start
sequence unless they are wired in
as interlocks. If power is lost, the AUX4 RELAY AUX4 RELAY
motor power is also lost. Do not FAIL-SAFE: NO LATCHED: NO
change the programming for AUX
1-4. These are for factory use only.
AUX 5-8 are user defined outputs. AUX5 RELAY AUX5 RELAY
FAIL-SAFE: NO LATCHED: NO
SP5.2 A relay configured as non-latching
will reset itself when the cause of
the trip event is not continuous. AUX6 RELAY AUX6 RELAY
The TRIP (AUX1) relay should FAIL-SAFE: NO LATCHED: NO
always be programmed for
latching, because this trip should
require a visual inspection of the
AUX7 RELAY AUX7 RELAY
motor and starter before issuing a FAIL-SAFE: NO LATCHED: NO
manual reset to release the relay
after a trip has been stored.
AUX8 RELAY AUX8 RELAY

FAIL-SAFE: NO LATCHED: NO
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SP.6 User I/O Configuration (Setpoint Page 6)

(Security Level: 2)
MENU
(Hit DOWN ARROW five times)
ENABLED
PAGE 6 USER I/O TACHOMETER SCALE MANUAL TACH SCALE
CONFIGURATION SELECTION: DISABLED 4.0 mA: 0 RPM
Options: ENABLED or Range: 0-3600
DISABLED Increments of 5
MANUAL TACH SCALE

20.0 mA: 2000 RPM
Range: 0-3600
Increments of 5
TACH ACCEL TRIP MODE
SELECT: DISABLED
TACH RAMP TIME
: 20 SEC
Range: 1 - 120 SEC.,
Disabled
Increments of 1
TACH UNDERSPEED TRIP

PT: 1650 RPM
Range: 0 - 3600
Increments of 5
TACH OVERSPEED TRIP

PT: 1850 RPM
Range: 0 - 3600
Increments of 5
TACH ACCEL TRIP

DELAY: 1 SEC
Options: UNDERSPEED,
OVERSPEED or DISABLED Range: 1 - 60
Increments of 1
ANALOG OUTPUT #1 ANALOG OUTPUT #1 ANALOG OUTPUT #1

:RMS CURRENT 4ma: 0 20mA: 250
Range: Range: 0-65535 Range: 0-65535
Analog Output Range Increments of 1 Increments of 1
RPM 0 - 3600
Hottest Bearing 0 - 200C
Hottest Stator RTD 0 - 200C
RMS Current 0 - 6500A
% Motor Load 0 - 1000%
KW 0-30000 KW
OFF
Increments of 1
ANALOG OUTPUT #2 ANALOG OUTPUT #2 ANALOG OUTPUT #2

:% MOTOR LOAD 4mA: 0 20mA: 1000
Range: See Analog Output #1 Range: 0-1000% Range: 0-1000%
Increments of 1 Increments of 1 Increments of 1
USER PROGRAMMABLE
EXTERNAL INPUTS
Continued...
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(Security Level: 2)
The MVC Plus can be configured to accept a
tachometer feedback signal through the 4-20mA input.
SP6.1 The first screen of setpoint page 6 is

TACHOMETER SCALE SELECTION. When this SP6.3 The controller provides two 4-20mA analog
is set to ENABLED, the user will need to input outputs. Each analog output is independent of
the tachometer scale of the 4-20mA input range. the other and can be assigned to monitor
different functions. The available output ranges
Manual Tach Scale 4.0 mA: The unit is are RPM, Hottest Non-Stator (Bearing) RTD,
looking for an RPM value to assign to the lowest Hottest Stator RTD, RMS current, or % Motor
point on the scale. This value should represent Load.
the motor at zero speed.
Analog Output #1 Select a function from the
Manual Tach Scale 20.0 mA: The unit is available five options to be transmitted from the
looking for an RPM value to assign to the 4-20mA output. Note: If selecting RPM, the
highest point on the scale. This value should Tachometer feedback input signal must be
represent the motor at full speed. present in order for the controller to give proper
output. If selecting RTD, the RTD option must
SP6.2 Tach Accel Trip Mode Select: When enabled, be installed and an RTD input signal must be
the underspeed or overspeed must be selected present for a proper output to be given from the
for the Tach Accel Trip. If underspeed is analog output.
selected, only the Tach Underspeed Trip Point
will be used. If overspeed is selected only the Analog Output #1 (4 mA): Enter a value that
Tach Overspeed Trip Point will be used. the 4mA level will represent for the selected
function; typically this value should be 0.
Tach Ramp Time: This is the duration of time
before the tachometer begins to sample. Analog Output #1 (20 mA): Enter a value that
the 20mA level will represent for the selected
Tach Underspeed Trip: The minimum value of function.
motor RPM which must be achieved before the
Tach Ramp Time sample is taken. SP6.4 Analog Output #2 All of the setpoints and
setup screens for Analog Output #2 are the
Tach Overspeed Trip: The maximum motor same as those for Analog Output #1.
RPM allowed when the Tach Ramp Time sample
is taken.
Tach Accel Trip Delay: The duration of time

that the Tach Accel trip condition must persist
before a trip is generated.
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USER TCB FAULT NAME EXT. INPUT #1 TCB FAULT TCB FAULT
PROGRAMMABLE SELECT: ENABLED TCB FAULT TYPE: NORMALLY OPEN TIME DELAY: 1 SEC.
EXTERNAL Options: Enabled or Disabled See text for directions Options: Normally Open or Range: 0 - 60 SEC
INPUTS Normally Closed Increments of 1
(Continued)
EXTERNAL INPUT #2 NAME EXT INPUT #2 EXTERNAL INPUT #2 EXTERNAL INPUT #2

SELECT: DISABLED TYPE: NORMALLY OPEN TIME DELAY: 0 SEC.
Options: Enabled or Disabled See text for directions Options: Normally Open or Range: 0 - 60 SEC.
Normally Closed Increments of 1
SECOND RAMP NAME EXT INPUT #3 SECOND RAMP SECOND RAMP

SELECT: DUAL RAMP SECOND RAMP TYPE: NORMALLY OPEN TIME DELAY: 0 SEC.
Options: Enabled, Disabled or See text for directions Options: Normally Open or Range: 0 - 60 SEC
Dual Ramp Normally Closed Increments of 1
THERMOSTAT NAME EXT INPUT #4 THERMOSTAT THERMOSTAT

SELECT: ENABLED THERMOSTAT TYPE: NORMALLY CLOSED TIME DELAY: 1 SEC.
Options: Enabled or Disabled See text for directions Options: Normally Open or Range: 0 - 60 SEC.
Normally Closed Increments of 1
SP6.5 User Programmable External Inputs: The External Input #3: The setup screens and
controller provides up to 4 digital external inputs setpoints for External Input #3 includes the
which are individually programmable. A option of being configured for Dual Ramp. In
description name can be assigned to each Dual Ramp mode, the initial contact setting is
individual input for easy identification. the same as the START RAMP #1. Upon a
change in input contact state, the controller will
External Input #1: Factory programmed for switch over to START RAMP #2 and use that
TCB Fault. setting for start control mode. Note: The start
RAMP types should only be switched while the
External Input #2: If used, this setpoint must motor is stopped. In Setpoint Page 4 Relay
be enabled. Assignments, do not assign any output relay to
this function. The controller will ship with
Name Ext. Input #2: The user can assign a External input #3 programmed for dual ramp. If it
description name to the input to easily identify is not needed, disable the dual ramp.
the cause of external trip or alarm. Up to 15
characters including spaces can be used to External Input #4 These input screens are for
assign the name. the thermostat input and can be enabled or
disabled. Note: It is recommended that this
External Input #2 Type: The external input can function remain enabled. If the thermostat
be set as either a normally open or normally indicates an over temperature condition, the
closed contact. controller will trip the motor.
External Input #2 Time Delay: Upon a change

in contact setting, the unit will wait the
programmed amount of time before generating
an output. If no delay is needed, then input 0
seconds. The controller will post an event upon
seeing a change in state.
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SP.7 Custom Acceleration Curve (Setpoint Page 7)
(Security Level: 3)
MENU
(Hit DOWN ARROW six times)
PAGE 7 CUSTOM CUSTOM ACCEL CURVE

ACCELERATION CURVE : DISABLED
Range: DISABLED,
CURVE A, B or C
SP7.1 Setpoint Page 7 allows the user to custom CURVE A VOLTAGE
CUSTOM CURVE A LEVEL 1: 25%
design the acceleration curve (start curve) to the
Range: 0 - 100%
specific application. The user can custom Increments of 1
design up to three different curves in the MVC
CURVE A RAMP
Plus. Only one curve can be active (enabled) at TIME 1: 2 SEC
a time. Each of the three curves allow for eight Range: 1 - 60 SEC
voltage plotting points, with corresponding ramp Increments of 1
times and a current limit setting. CURVE A VOLTAGE

Note: Each successive voltage level must be LEVEL 2: 30%
Range: 0 - 100%
programmed to a voltage level equal to or Increments of 1
greater than the previous level. All eight levels of CURVE A RAMP
voltages must be programmed and the eighth TIME 2: 2 SEC.
level has been preset at 100%. Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
If Custom Accel Curve has been set to curve A, CURVE A VOLTAGE

LEVEL 3: 37%
B or C on this page, the MVC Plus will override
Range: 0 - 100%
the Start Control Mode selected in Setpoint Increments of 1
Page 2, (even if Start Control Mode in Setpoint
Page 2 has not been set to Custom Accel CURVE A RAMP
TIME 3: 2 SEC.
Curve).
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Note: Setpoint Page 7 has a security level 3 Increments of 1
requirement (See page 58 for passwords).
CURVE A VOLTAGE
LEVEL 4: 45%
Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE A RAMP
TIME 4: 2 SEC.
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
CURVE A VOLTAGE
LEVEL 5: 55%
Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE A RAMP
TIME 5: 2 SEC.
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
CURVE A VOLTAGE
LEVEL 6: 67%
Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE A RAMP
TIME 6: 2 SEC.
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
CURVE A VOLTAGE
LEVEL 7: 82%
Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE A RAMP
TIME 7: 2 SEC.
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
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CURVE A VOLTAGE CURVE B VOLTAGE

CUSTOM CURVE A LEVEL 8: 100% CUSTOM CURVE B LEVEL 7: 82%
Range: 0 - 100% Range: 0 - 100%
CURVE A RAMP CURVE B RAMP

TIME 8: 2 SEC TIME 7: 2 SEC.
Range: 1 - 60 SEC Range: 1 - 60 SEC
CURVE A CURRENT
LIMIT: 350% FLA CURVE B VOLTAGE
LEVEL 8: 100%
Range: 200 - 600%
Increments of 10 Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE B RAMP
CURVE B VOLTAGE TIME 8: 2 SEC
CUSTOM CURVE B LEVEL 1: 25%
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Range: 0 - 100% Increments of 1
Increments of 1
CURVE B CURRENT
CURVE B RAMP LIMIT: 350% FLA
TIME 1: 2 SEC.
Range: 200 - 600%
Range: 1 - 60 SEC Increments of 10
Increments of 1
CURVE B VOLTAGE
LEVEL 2: 30% CUSTOM CURVE C CURVE C VOLTAGE
Range: 0 - 100% LEVEL 1: 25%
Increments of 1 Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE B RAMP
TIME 2: 2 SEC. CURVE C RAMP
Range: 1 - 60 SEC TIME 1: 2 SEC.
Increments of 1 Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
CURVE B VOLTAGE
LEVEL 3: 37% CURVE C VOLTAGE
Range: 0 - 100% LEVEL 2: 30%
Increments of 1
Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE B RAMP
TIME 3: 2 SEC. CURVE C RAMP
Increments of 1
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
CURVE B VOLTAGE
LEVEL 4: 45% CURVE C VOLTAGE
Range: 0 - 100% LEVEL 3: 37%
Increments of 1
Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE B RAMP
TIME 4: 2 SEC.
CURVE C RAMP
Increments of 1
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
CURVE B VOLTAGE
LEVEL 5: 55%
CURVE C VOLTAGE
Range: 0 - 100% LEVEL 4: 45%
Increments of 1
Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE B RAMP
TIME 5: 2 SEC.
CURVE C RAMP
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1 TIME 4: 2 SEC.
Range:1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
CURVE B VOLTAGE
LEVEL 6: 67%
CURVE C VOLTAGE
Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1 LEVEL 5: 55%
Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
CURVE B RAMP
TIME 6: 2 SEC.
Range: 1 - 60 SEC CURVE C RAMP
Increments of 1 TIME 5: 2 SEC.
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
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(Security Level: 3)
SP7.1 Setpoint Page 7 allows the user to custom

design the acceleration curve (start curve) to the CUSTOM CURVE C CURVE C VOLTAGE
LEVEL 6: 67%
specific application. The user can custom Range: 0 - 100%
design up to three different curves in the MVC Increments of 1
Plus. Only one curve can be active (enabled) at
a time. Each of the three curves has eight CURVE C RAMP
voltage levels, with corresponding ramp times TIME 6: 2 SEC.
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
and a current limit setting. Increments of 1
Note: Each successive voltage level must be
programmed to a voltage level equal to or CURVE C VOLTAGE
greater than the previous level. All eight levels of LEVEL 7: 82%
voltages must be programmed and the eighth Range: 0 - 100%
Increments of 1
level has been preset at 100%.
CURVE C RAMP
If Custom Accel Curve has been set to curve A, TIME 7: 2 SEC.
B or C on this page, the MVC Plus will override Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
the Start Control Mode selected in Setpoint
Page 2, (even if Start Control Mode in Setpoint
CURVE C VOLTAGE
Page 2 has not been set to Custom Accel LEVEL 8: 100%
Curve). Range: 0 - 100%
Note: Setpoint Page 7 has a security level 3 Increments of 1
requirement.
CURVE C RAMP
TIME 8: 2 SEC.
Range: 1 - 60 SEC
Increments of 1
CURVE C CURRENT
LIMIT: 350% FLA
Range: 200 - 600%
Increments of 10
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SP.8 Overload Curve Configuration (Setpoint Page 8)
(Security Level: 3)
MENU
(Hit DOWN ARROW seven times)
PAGE 8 OVERLOAD BASIC RUN RUN CURVE LOCKED RUN LOCKED ROTOR
CURVE CONFIGURATION OVERLOAD CURVE ROTOR TIME: O/L CLASS CURRENT: 600% FLA
Range: 1 - 30 SEC, O/L CLASS Range: 400 - 800%
Increments of 1
Configures the units start and run
protection mode. The unit has COAST DOWN TIMER
TIME: DISABLED
independent start and run curve
Range:1 - 60 MIN, DISABLED
protection and the settings can be Increments of 1
based on the OL Class or set by the BASIC START START CURVE LOCKED START LOCKED ROTOR
motors locked rotor current and time. OVERLOAD CURVE ROTOR TIME: O/L CLASS CURRENT: 600% FLA
Range:1 - 30 SEC, O/L CLASS Range: 400 - 800%
SP8.1 Basic Run Overload Curve
ACCELERATION TIME
Run Curve Locked Rotor LIMIT: 30 SEC
Time: Set the locked rotor Range:1 - 300 SEC, DISABLED
Increments of 1
time to the OL Class default
chosen in Setpoint Page 1 or NUMBER OF STARTS PER
set the time in seconds. This HOUR: DISABLED
is the time the locked rotor Range: 1 - 6, DISABLED
Increments of 1
condition exists before a trip
occurs. TIME BETWEEN STARTS
TIME: DISABLED
Run Locked Rotor Current: Range:1 - 60 MIN, DISABLED
Increments of 1
The current the motor draws
with full voltage on the AREA UNDER CURVE MAX I*I*T START
PROTECTION: DISABLED : 368 FLA*FLA*SEC
windings and no rotor
Range: ENABLED or DISABLED Range:1 - 2500, FLA*Time (Sec)
movement (as a percent of Increments of 1
motor FLA). Refer to the
nameplate data or contact the CURRENT OVER LEARNED START CURVE TIME FOR SAMPLING
motor manufacturer. CURVE: DISABLED BIAS: 10% : 30 SEC
Options: DISABLED, LEARN Range: 5 - 40% Range: 1 - 300 SEC
or ENABLED Increments of 1 Increments of 1
Coast Down Timer: If
enabled, this prevents the motor from restarting
for the programmed amount of time, after a stop
command is given.
SP8.2 Basic Start Overload Curve
Start Curve Locked Rotor Time: The locked Acceleration Time Limit: If the motor does not
rotor time can be set to the OL Class default enter run mode (reach at speed) within the preset
chosen in Setpoint Page 1 or to a specific time. time, the unit trips on acceleration time limit.
The overload condition must exist for the
programmed amount of time before a trip Number of Starts per hour: If enabled, this
occurs. limits the maximum number of starts permitted
per hour. This setpoint allows a maximum of 6
Start Locked Rotor Current: The current the starts per hour. Contact motor manufacturer.
motor draws with full voltage on the windings
and no motor movement (as a percent of motor Time Between Starts: If enabled, the MVC
FLA). Refer to the motor nameplate data or Plus prevents another start attempt until the
contact the motor manufacturer. programmed time has expired.
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SP.9 RTD Option Configuration (Setpoint Page 9)

(Security Level: 3)
Please note, this is supplied as an option.
Contact factory for more information.
MENU
Optional
(Hit DOWN ARROW eight times)
Ranges:
* 120 OHM NICKEL (NI)
PAGE 9 RTD USE NEMA TEMP FOR 100 OHM NICKEL (NI)
CONFIGURATION RTD VALUES: DISABLED 10 OHM COPPER (CU)
100 OHM PLATINUM (PT)
Options: ENABLED OR OFF
DISABLED
** OFF or 0 - 240C (32-464F) Example: ### C = ### F
# OF RTDS USED FOR Increments of 1
STATOR: 4
*** STATOR A1, STATOR A2, STATOR B1, STATOR B2, STATOR C1, STATOR C2,
Range: 0 - 6 FRONT BEARING, BACK BEARING, BEARING BOX, AMBIENT, NONE
Increments of 1
RTD VOTING
: DISABLED
Options: ENABLED or
DISABLED
STATOR PHASE A1 TYPE RTD # 1 DESCRIPTION STATOR PHASE A1 ALARM STATOR PHASE A1 TRIP
: OFF STATOR PHASE A1 LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF
Range: * Range: *** Range: ** Range: **
STATOR PHASE A2 TYPE RTD # 2 DESCRIPTION STATOR PHASE A2 ALARM STATOR PHASE A2 TRIP
: OFF STATOR PHASE A2 LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF
STATOR PHASE B1 TYPE RTD # 3 DESCRIPTION STATOR PHASE B1 ALARM STATOR PHASE B1 TRIP
: OFF STATOR PHASE B1 LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF
STATOR PHASE B2 TYPE RTD # 4 DESCRIPTION STATOR PHASE B2 ALARM STATOR PHASE B2 TRIP
: OFF STATOR PHASE B2 LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF
STATOR PHASE C1 TYPE RTD # 5 DESCRIPTION STATOR PHASE C1 ALARM STATOR PHASE C1 TRIP
: OFF STATOR PHASE C1 LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF
Range: * Range: *** Range: *** Range: ***
STATOR PHASE C2 TYPE RTD # 6 DESCRIPTION STATOR PHASE C2 ALARM STATOR PHASE C2 TRIP
: OFF STATOR PHASE C2 LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF
END BEARING TYPE RTD #7 DESCRIPTION END BEARING ALARM END BEARING TRIP
: OFF END BEARING LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF
SHAFT BEARING TYPE RTD # 8 DESCRIPTION SHAFT BEARING ALARM SHAFT BEARING TRIP
: OFF SHAFT BEARING LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF
RTD # 9 TYPE RTD # 9 DESCRIPTION RTD # 9 ALARM RTD # 9 TRIP

: OFF RTD # 9 LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF
Range:* Range: *** Range: ** Range: **


: OFF RTD #11 LEVEL: OFF LEVEL: OFF

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SP.9 RTD Option Configuration (Setpoint Page 9)

(Security Level: 3)
The MVC Plus is available with an optional RTD card that
provides 12 programmable RTDs which are individually
programmable for type. The available types are 100 ohm
platinum, 100 ohm nickel, 120 ohm nickel and 10 ohm
copper. Each RTD can be identified with a description name
of up to 15 characters (including spacing). Also, each
individual RTD has it own alarm and trip level.
SP9.1 Use NEMA Temp for RTD Value: When this

setpoint is enabled, the MVC Plus will use the
NEMA design insulation class to limit the
maximum allowed range of the alarm and trip level.
The maximum allowed temperature range is 240 C
or (464F).
SP9.2 # Of RTDS Used for Stator: Up to six RTDs can

be assigned to monitor the stator of the motor.
SP9.3 RTD Voting: When this is enabled, the MVC Plus

will not post a trip until 2 RTDs have exceeded the
trip level. This prevents nuisance RTD tripping.
SP9.4 Each of the 12 RTDs is configured in the following

manner. The first column is the RTD type, the
second column is the RTD description, the third
column is the alarm level, and the fourth column is
the trip level.
The first six RTDs have been pre-programmed with
a description name for the STATOR, with two RTDs
per phase. RTDs #1 & #2 have been named
STATOR PHASE A1 and A2 respectively. RTDs
#3&4 are named STATOR PHASE B1 and B2,
RTDs #5&6 are named STATOR PHASE C1 and
C2. If other description names are required, press
the right arrow button from the RTD Type screen to
go the RTD description screen. If no alarm or trip
level is required these setpoints can be turned off.
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SP.10 Set Password (Setpoint Page 10)

(Security Level: 3)
MENU
The MVC Plus has three levels of user programmable (Hit DOWN ARROW nine times)
setpoint screens. Level one setpoints do not require a
password because the data contained in level one is PAGE 10 SECURITY SET LEVEL 2
SET PASSWORD PASSWORD: 100
basic nameplate data and starter control. Level two
setpoint screens require a three-digit password to Range: 000 - 999
configure the protection schemes. Level three setpoint
screens require a four-digit password to access the full SET LEVEL 3
PASSWORD: 1000
range of protection and starter schemes.
Range: 0000 - 9999
SP10.1 Set Level 2 Password: This level uses a 3-digit

password. The default level 2 password is 100.
SP10.2 Set Level 3 Password: Level three uses a 4-

digit password. The default level 3 password is
1000.
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SP.11 Communications (Setpoint Page 11)

(Security Level: 3) MENU
SP11.1 Set Front Baud Rate: Configures the RS232
(Hit DOWN ARROW ten times)
communications baud rate.
SP11.2 Set Modbus Baud Rate: Configures the PAGE 11 SET FRONT BAUD
COMMUNICATIONS RATE: 9.6 KB/SEC
modbus communications baud rate.
Range: 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2
38.4 KB/SEC
SP11.3 Modbus Address Number: Assigns a Modbus
address to the MVC Plus relay. SET MODBUS BAUD
RATE: 9.6 KB/SEC
Range: 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2
SP11.4 Set Access Code: Assigns an access code to 38.4 KB/SEC
the Modbus addressing. This is typically not
MODBUS ADDRESS
used. NUMBER: 247
Range: 1 - 247
SP11.5 Set Link Baud Rate: Configures the RS422 Increments of 1
communications baud rate between the keypad SET ACCESS CODE
operator and the CPU board. (For applications CODE: 1
with remote keypad only.) Range: 1 - 999
Increments of 1
SP11.6 Remote Start/Stop: Allows the RS485 Modbus SET LINK BAUD
communications to start and stop the motor. RATE: 38.4 KB/SEC
Range: 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2
Contact factory for details. 38.4 KB/SEC
REMOTE START/STOP:
DISABLED
Option: Enabled or Disabled
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SP.12 System Setpoints (Setpoint Page 12)
(Security Level: 3)
MENU
(Hit DOWN ARROW eleven times)
PAGE 12 SYSTEM DEFAULT DISPLAY METERING DATA METERING DATA

SETPOINTS SCREEN PAGE #: 1 SCREEN #: 1
Enter Metering Page (1 - 4) Enter Metering
Number for display Screen Number for display
ALARMS RTD FAILURE ALARM

ALARM: DISABLED
Enabled or Disabled
THERMAL REGISTER THERMAL ALARM

ALARM: 90% DELAY: 10 SEC.
Range: Off, 40 - 95% Range: 1 - 20 SEC.
COLD STALL TIME

THERMAL REGISTER : O/L CLASS
SETUP INFORMATION
Range: O/L CLASS,
4 - 40 SEC
Increments of 1
HOT STALL TIME
: 1/2 O/L CLASS
Range: 1/2 O/L CLASS,
4 - 40 SEC
Increments of 1
STOPPED COOL DOWN
TIME: 30 MIN
Range: 10 - 300 MIN
Increments of 1
RUNNING COOL DOWN

TIME: 15 MIN
Range: 10 - 300 MIN
Increments of 1
RELAY MEASURED COOL

RATES: DISABLED
Range: ENABLED or
DISABLED
THERMAL REGISTER
MINIMUM: 15%
Range: 10 - 50%, OFF
Increments of 1
MOTOR DESIGN AMBIENT

TEMPERATURE: 40 C
Range: 10 - 90 C
Increments of 1
MOTOR DESIGN RUN

TEMPERATURE: 80% MAX
Range: 50 - 100% of Motor
Stator Max Temp.
Increments of 1%
MOTOR STATOR MAX

TEMPERATURE: INS CLS
Range: Insulation Class
10 - 240 C
Increments of 1
I/B INPUT TO THERMAL

REGISTER: ENABLED
Options: ENABLED or
DISABLED
USE CALCULATED K OR
ASSIGN: 7
Range: 1 - 50, ON
PRESS ENTER TO CLR

THERMAL REGISTER
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SP.12 System Setpoints (Setpoint Page 12)

(Security Level: 3)
SP12.1 Default Display Screen: This setpoint group Thermal Register Minimum: Sets the value in
allows the user to choose the default screen the the thermal register which represents a motor
MVC Plus displays while the motor is running. running at the nameplate current (with no
Select the metering page number (1-3), then overheating or negative sequence currents
select the metering screen number. The range present).
varies depending on the selected page. To Motor Design Ambient Temperature: Use the
display a default screen, program the following data from the motor manufacturers
two setpoints: specifications. When RTD option is supplied, this
Metering Data Page#: Range is Page 1 - 3. setpoint will be the base point for the RTD biasing
Metering Data Screen#: If Page 1 is selected as of the Thermal Register.
the default page, then Screens 1- 10 are Motor Design Run Temperature: Use the data
available. If Page 2 Screens 1-29 are available. If from the motor manufacturers specifications.
Page 3 is selected then Screens 1-6 are This setpoint defines the operating temperature
available. (See Metering Menu, MP.1, for screen rise of the motor at full load amps or 100% load.
number assignment.) Motor Stator Max Temperature: This represents
the maximum temperature the stator insulation
SP12.2 Alarms: Configures the RTD failure alarm (when will withstand. The user may choose to use the
RTD option is included) and the thermal register temperature setting of the insulation class
alarm. (selected in Setpoint Page 1) or enter a specific
RTD Failure Alarm: If enabled, and an RTD maximum temperature. This value should not
shorts or open, an alarm occurs. (Only if RTD exceed the stators insulation temperature. This
option is installed). maximum temperature represents 100% thermal
Thermal Register Alarm: Sets a level in the capacity.
thermal register to generate an alarm when the U/B Input to Thermal Register: Always
Thermal Register Capacity Used has exceeded enabled. It allows the MVC Plus to use the line
this level. current imbalance information to bias the
Thermal Alarm Delay: The amount of time that Thermal Register.
the Thermal Register Used must exceed the User Calculated K or Assign: When the setpoint
setpoint before an alarm condition will occur. is set to ON the MVC Plus will calculate the k
constant factor for biasing the thermal register, or
SP12.3 Thermal Register Setup Information: This the user may choose to assign the k value.
setpoint group will configure the thermal register
and indicate to the MVC Plus which inputs to use SP12.4 Press Enter to CLR Thermal Register: Allows
when thermal modeling. the level three password user to clear the
Cold Stall Time: Enter the time from the motor thermal register for emergency restarts.
manufacturers specification sheet or use the time
defined by the OL Class. This setpoint is used to
define the thermal capacity of the motor.
Hot Stall Time: Enter the amount of time
specified by the motor manufacturer or use half of
the time defined by the OL Class.
Stopped Cool Down Time: The time the motor
requires to cool down after it has stopped. Use
only the data provided by the motor manufacturer.
This setpoint is used to configure the cooling rate
of the thermal register.
Running Cool Down Time: The amount of time
the motor requires for cooling down while running.
Use only the data provided by the motor
manufacturer.
Relay Measured Cool Rates: When the RTD
option is supplied, the MVC Plus can be
configured to use the measured cool rates from
the RTDs instead of the programmed settings.
This setpoint should only be enabled when the
RTD option is present.
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SP.13 Calibration & Service (Setpoint Page 13)

(Security Level: Factory Use Only)
MENU
(Hit DOWN ARROW twelve times)
PAGE 13 CALIBRATION SET DATE AND TIME ENTER DATE (DDMMYYYY) ENTER TIME (hh:mm)
& SERVICE ##/##/## ##:## :##/##/#### :##:##
Range: D = 1 - 31, M = 1-12, Range: H = 00 - 23, M = 0 - 59
Y = 1970 - 2069 Increments of 1
Increments of 1
MODEL #: ######
FIRMWARE REV. #: ######
PRESS ENTER TO ACCESS

FACTORY SETTINGS
SP.13 Calibration & Service (Setpoint Page 13)

Certain screens are displayed for user information only,
such as: Current date and time, Model number and
Firmware revision number. Setpoint changes in this page
will only be accessible to factory personnel.
SP13.1 Set Date and Time: Displays the date and time.
Enter Date (DDMMYYYY): Allows the factory
personnel to program the date for the MVC Plus in
the format shown.
Enter Time (HH:MM): Allows the factory personnel
to program the time for the MVC Plus.
SP13.2 Model & Firmware #: Displays the model number

and firmware revision in the MVC Plus.
SP13.3 Press Enter to Access Factory Settings: Available

to qualified personnel.
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Chapter 6 - Metering Pages
The MVC Plus offers performance metering which gives the user the ability to view
information about the motor and the MVC Plus unit.
6.1 Metering Page List

The following charts list each Metering Page and the functions within that page.
The applicable section of the manual is also referenced.
6.1.1 Metering Menu & Data (Metering Page 1)

Metering
Description of Display Screen
Page
Phase A, B, C and Ground Fault (Option) 1
Average current of the % of imbalance and the motor's RPM 2
Metering Menu & Data
Motor load as a percentage of motor FLA 3

Line frequency and present phase sequence 4
Page 1
Percentage of remaining Thermal Register 5

Thermal capacity required to start the motor 6
Average time required to start 7
Average current during start 8
2
Measured I T required to start the motor 9
Amount of time required to start the motor during the last successful start 10
6.1.2 Metering (Metering Page 2)

Metering
Page
Phase A, B, C currents and Power Factor 1
Phase A, B, C currents and Ground Fault (Option) 2
Displays kW and kVA 3
Displays kVAR and Power Factor 4
Displays Peak ON and kW Demand 5
Metering
Page 2
Displays Peak ON and kVA Demand 6

Displays Peak ON and kVAR Demand 7
Displays Peak ON and Amps Demand 8
Clears Demand values 9
Displays Megawatt hours used 10
Press enter to clear statistics on MWH values 11
6.1.3 RTD Option Values (Metering Page 3)
Metering
Page
Hottest stator RTD (#1 - 6) 1
Hottest non-stator RTD (#7 - 12) 2
Temperature of start phase A1 in C and F 3
RTD Values
Page 3
Maximum temperature for RTD #1 4

Same as Screens 3 - 4 for RTDs #2 - 12 5 - 26
Clear the maximum temperature register (Level 3 password required) 27
Measured running thermal stabilization time of motor (in minutes) 28
Measured stopped cooling time (to ambient) of motor (in minutes) 29
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6.1.4 Status (Metering Page 4)
Metering
Page
Current status 1
Amount of time remaining before an overload trip occurs 2
Page 4
Status
Amount of time remaining from a thermal inhibit signal 3

Coast down time remaining 4
Amount of time remaining before a start command can be given 5
Excessive number of starts per hour 6
6.1.5 Event Recorder (Metering Page 5)
Metering
Page
Recorder
Displays the event with date and time (Up to 60 events) 1

Page 5
Event
Displays Phase A, B, C current values, Ground Fault (Option) at time of trip 1A

Displays Vab, Vbc, Vca and Power Factor at time of trip 1B
6.1.6 Last Trip (Metering Page 6)
Metering
Page
Cause of last trip 1
Measured phase current 2
Last Trip
Page 6
Measured voltage and power factor 3

Imbalance percentage, the frequency and the kW 4
Hottest stator RTD temperature 5
Hottest non-stator RTD temperature 6
6.1.7 Statistics (Metering Page 7)

Metering
Page
Total megawatt hours 1
Accumulated total running hours 2
Clear the total running hour count 3
Total number of trips 4
Number of start and run overload trips since the last statistical data
5
clearing
Number of frequency trips and imbalance trips 6
Overcurrent trips 7
Stator and non-stator RTD trips 8
Ground fault hiset and loset trips 9
Acceleration time trips 10
Start under curve trips 11
Start over curve trips 12
Statistics
Page 7
2
I T start curve trips 13
Learned start curve trips 14
Fail shunt trip trips 15
Phase loss trip trips 16
Tach accel trip trips 17
Undervoltage and Overvoltage trips 18
Power Factor trips 19
Phase reversal trips 20
Ext Inp #1 21
Ext Inp #2 22
Ext Inp #3 23
Ext Inp #4 24
Press enter to clear statistics 25
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6.2 Metering Menu

(1) Push MENU key to toggle the screens between Setpoint Menu and Metering
Menu and follow the arrow keys to get to different screens.
MENU
METERING PAGE 1
CURRENT METERED DATA
METERING PAGE 2
VOLTAGE & POWER DATA
METERING PAGE 3
RTD VALUES
METERING PAGE 4
STATUS
METERING PAGE 5
EVENT RECORDER
METERING PAGE 6
LAST TRIP
METERING PAGE 7
STATISTICS
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MP.1 Metering Data (Metering Page 1)

Displays the basic current metering data:
Screen 1: Phase A, B, C and ground fault (option) MENU
current.
Screen 2: Displays the average current, the percent of IA: ###### IB: ######
METERING PAGE 1
imbalance and the motors RPM (available Screen 1
CURRENT METERED DATA IC: ###### G/F: #####
with tachometer input)
Screen 3: Displays the motor load in percent of motor I (AVG): ####

FLA. Screen 2
I/B: ## % RPM: ####
Screen 4: Displays the line frequency and the present

Phase Order.
MOTOR LOAD % OF FLA
Screen 3
FLA: ### %
Screen 5: Displays the percent of the remaining
thermal register. In order for the motor to
successfully start, the percentage must be
greater than the thermal capacity required LINE FREQUENCY:: ##.##
Screen 4
for a successful start. PHASE ORDER: ###
Screen 6: Displays the thermal capacity required to

successfully start the motor. THERMAL REGISTER
Screen 5
REMAINING: ### %
Screen 7: Displays the average time required to start.
Screen 8: Displays the average current during start. THERMAL CAPACITY

TO START: ### %
Screen 6
Screen 9: Displays the measured I2T required to start
the motor.
AVERAGE START TIME
Screen 10: Displays the amount of time required to TIME: ##.# SECS
Screen 7
start the motor during the last successful
start.
AVG START CURENT
Screen 8
: ###### AMPS
I*I*T TO START
Screen 9
I*I*T: #######
LAST START
Screen 10
TIME: ##.# SEC
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MP.2 Metering (Metering Page 2) MENU

Displays the MVC Plus statistical voltage
metering information. Screen 1
METERING PAGE 2 Vab: ### Vbc: ###
VOLTAGE & POWER DATA Vca: ### P/F: ## #.##
Screen 1: Displays Phase A, B, C and Power Factor.
Note: P/F: N/A Motor stopped Screen 2
P/F: LG #.## (Lagging) IA: ##### IB: #####
P/F: LD #.## (Leading) IC: ##### G/F:###.#
Screen 2: Displays Phase A, B, C and Ground Fault Screen 3

kW: #####
Current. kVA: #####
Screen 3: Displays kW and kVA. Screen 4

kVAR: #####
Screen 4: Displays kVAR and Power Factor. P/F: ## #.##
Screen 5
Screen 5: Displays Peak On and kW demand.
PEAK ON: ##/## ##:##
kW: #####
Screen 6: Displays Peak On and kVA demand.
Screen 6
Screen 7: Displays Peak On and kVAR demand. PEAK ON: ##/## ##:##
Note: P/F: N/A Motor stopped kVA: #####
P/F: LG #.## (Lagging) Screen 7

P/F: LD #.## (Leading) PEAK ON: ##/## ##:##
kVAR: #####
Screen 8: Displays Peak On and Amps demand.
Screen 8
Screen 9: Clears Demand Values. PEAK ON: ##/## ##:##
AMPS: #####
Screen 10: Displays the Megawatthours used. Screen 9

PRESS ENTER TO CLEAR
Screen 11: Press Enter to clear statistics on MWH DEMAND VALUES
values.
Screen 10
MWH USED
: #####
Screen 11
PRESS ENTER TO CLEAR
MWH VALUES
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METERING PAGE 3 HOTTEST STATOR
RTD VALUES RTD#: # @ ### C
MP.3 RTD Values (Metering Page 3) Screen 2

Displays the RTD information (when RTD option is HOTTEST NON-STATOR
RTD#: # @ ### C
supplied)
Screen 3 Screen 4
Screen 1: Displays the hottest stator RTD (#1 - 6 STATOR PHASE A1 MAX TEMP SINCE
depending upon number of RTDs used for RTD #1: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #1: ### C
stator).
Screen 5 Screen 6
Screen 2: Displays the hottest non-stator RTD (#7-12 if STATOR PHASE A2 MAX TEMP SINCE
#1-6 is used for stator). RTD #2: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #2: ### C
Screen 3: Displays the temperature of stator phase A1 Screen 7 Screen 8

in C and F. STATOR PHASE B1 MAX TEMP SINCE
RTD #3: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #3: ### C
Screen 4: Displays the maximum temperature for RTD Screen 9 Screen 10

#1 since the last command to clear the STATOR PHASE B2 MAX TEMP SINCE
thermal register. RTD #4: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #4: ### C
Screen 5 - 26: Same as Screens 3 - 4 for RTDs # 2 - 12. Screen 11 Screen 12

STATOR PHASE C1 MAX TEMP SINCE
Screen 27: Allows the user to clear the maximum RTD #5: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #5: ### C
temperature register upon entering the
setpoint level 3 password. Screen 13 Screen 14
STATOR PHASE C2 MAX TEMP SINCE
RTD #6: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #6: ### C
Screen 28: Displays the measured run cool time in
minutes. Screen 15 Screen 16
END BEARING MAX TEMP SINCE
Screen 29: Displays the measured stopped cool time in RTD #7: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #7: ### C
minutes.
Screen 17 Screen 18
SHAFT BEARING MAX TEMP SINCE
RTD #8: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #8: ### C
Screen 19 Screen 20
RTD #9 MAX TEMP SINCE
RTD #9: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #9: ### C
Screen 21 Screen 22
RTD #10: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #10: ### C
Screen 23 Screen 24
RTD #11: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #11: ### C
Screen 25 Screen 26
RTD #12: ### C = ### F CLEAR RTD #12: ### C
Screen 27
PRESS ENTER TO
CLEAR MAX TEMP REGS
Screen 28
MEASURED RUN COOL
TIME: ### MIN
Screen 29
MEASURED STOPPED
COOL TIME: ### MIN
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MP.4 Status (Metering Page 4)

Displays the present status of the MVC Series soft MENU
start.
Screen 1 (See note at left)
METERING PAGE 4
Screen 1: Displays the present state of the unit as STATUS
(CURRENT STATUS)
follows:
Screen 2
O/L TRIP LEFT TO
TRIP: ###### SEC
Screen 1 Note:
Screen 3
CURRENT STATUS Screens include:
THERM INH TIME LEFT
1. MOTOR STOPPED : #### MIN
READY TO START
2. MOTOR STARTING Screen 4
MULT. OF FLA COAST DOWN TIMER
TIME LEFT: #:## MIN
3. MOTOR RUNNING
AT ###.## X FLA Screen 5
4. LAST TRIP CAUSE TIME BETWEEN STARTS
TIME: #:## MIN
NONE (or trip cause)
5. PROGRAMMING Screen 6
SETPOINTS STARTS PER HOUR TIME
## ## ## ## ## ## ##
6. MOTOR STATUS
UNKNOWN STATE ### (displays relay state upon error)
Screen 2: Displays the amount of time remaining

before an overload trip will occur.
Screen 3: Displays the amount of time remaining from

a thermal inhibit. The inhibit time comes
from the amount of thermal register
remaining versus the amount of thermal
capacity required to start.
Screen 4: Displays the coast down time remaining

(Backspin time). The time remaining
depends upon the user setting in Setpoint
Page 8, Coast Down Time.
Screen 5: Displays the amount of time remaining

before a start command can be given.
Screen 6: If the number of starts per hour has

exceeded the setting.
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MP.5 Event Recorder - 60 Events (Metering Page 5)
MENU
Screen 1 Screen 1a Screen 1b
METERING PAGE 5 :<cause of event> IA: ###### IB: ###### Vab: ###### Vbc: ######
Event Recorder (60 event) 1st :##/##/## ##:## IC: ###### G/F: #### Vca: ###### P/F: ####
Event
:<cause of event> IA: ###### IB: ###### Vab: ###### Vbc: ######
2nd :##/##/## ##:## IC: ###### G/F: #### Vca: ###### P/F: ####
Event
59th :##/##/## ##:##
Event
IC: ###### G/F: #### Vca: ###### P/F: ####
60th :##/##/## ##:## IC: ###### G/F: #### Vca: ###### P/F: ####
Event
All events will be viewed from oldest event in buffer to most recent event.
The events are listed from oldest to most recent.
Screen 1: Displays the event (i.e., Imbalance Trip) with the

date and time it occurred.
Screen 1a: Displays the current at Phase A, B, C and the

ground fault at the time of the trip.
Screen 1b: Displays the Vab, Vbc, Vca and power factor at
the time of trip.
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MP.6 Last Trip (Metering Page 6) MENU

Displays the information regarding the last trip.
Screen 1
Screen 1: Displays the cause of the last trip. METERING PAGE 6 (cause of trip)
LAST TRIP (value at time of trip)
Screen 2: Displays the measured phase current at the

Screen 2
time of the trip.
Ia: #### Ib: ####
Ic: #### G/F: ####.#
Screen 3: Displays the Vab, Vbc, Vca and power
factor at the time of trip. Screen 3
Vab: ###### Vbc: ######
Vca: ###### P/F: ######
Screen 4: Displays the imbalance percentage, the
frequency and the kW at the time of the trip.
Screen 4
I/B: ## % Hz: ##.#
Screen 5: Displays the hottest stator RTD temperature KW: ########
(when RTD option present) at time of the
trip. Screen 5
HOTTEST STATOR
RTD# # @ ### C
Screen 6: Displays the hottest non-stator RTD
temperature (when RTD option present) at Screen 6
the time of the trip. HOTTEST NON-STATOR
RTD# # @ ### C
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MENU
Screen 1
METERING PAGE 7 MWH TOTAL
STATISTICS : ###
Screen 2 Screen 3
MP.7 Statistics (Metering Page 7) RUNNING HOURS TOTAL PRESS ENTER TO
CLEAR RUN HOURS
TIME: ## ## HOURS
Displays the MVC Plus statistical trip information.
Screen 1: Displays the total of megawatt hours. Screen 4
Screen 2: Displays the accumulated total running TOTAL TRIPS: ###
hours. S/C TRIPS: ###
Screen 3: Clears the total running hour count. Screen 5 Screen 18

Screen 4: Displays the total number of trips since the START O/L TRIPS: ### U/V TRIPS: ###
last clearing of the statistical data and the RUN O/L TRIPS: ### O/V TRIPS: ###
total number of short circuit trips.
Screen 6 Screen 19
Screen 5: Displays the number of start overload and run FREQUENCY TRIPS: ###
POWER FACTOR
overload trips since the last clearing of the I/B TRIPS: ### TRIPS: ###
statistical data.
Screen 6: Displays the number of frequency trips and Screen 7
OVERCURRENT Screen 20
Imbalance trips. TRIPS: ### PHASE REVERSAL
Screen 7: Displays the number of overcurrent trips TRIPS: ###
Screen 8: Displays the number of Stator and non-Stator Screen 8
RTD Trips STATOR TRIPS: ### Screen 21
NON-STATOR TRIPS: ### EXT INP #1: ###
Screen 9: Displays the number of Ground Fault Hi and
Lo Set trips Screen 9
Screen 10: Displays the number of acceleration time G/F HISET TRIPS: ###
Screen 22
trips. G/F LOSET TRIPS: ###
EXT INP #2: ###
Screen 11: Displays the number of start under curve Screen 10
trips ACCELERATION TIME
Screen 23
Screen 12: Displays the number start over curve trips TRIPS: ###
EXT INP #3: ###
Screen 13: Displays the number of I2T start curve trips
Screen 11
Screen 14: Displays the number of learned start curve START UNDER CURVE
Screen 24
trips. TRIPS: ###
EXT INP #4: ###
Screen 15: Displays the number of fail shunt trips.
Screen 12
Screen 16: Displays the number of phase loss trips.
START OVER CURVE
Screen 17: Displays the number of tachometer Screen 25
TRIPS: ###
PRESS ENTER TO
acceleration trips. CLEAR STATISTICS
Screen 18: Displays the number of undervoltage and Screen 13 LEVEL 2 Password required
overvoltage trips. I*I*T START CURVE
TRIPS: ###
Screen 19: Displays the number of power factor trips.
Screen 20: Displays the number of phase reversal trips. Screen 14
Screen 21: Displays the number of external input #1 LEARNED START CURVE
TRIPS: ###
trips.
Screen 22: Displays the number of external input #2 Screen 15
trips. FAIL SHUNT TRIP
Screen 23: Displays the number of external input #3 TRIPS: ###
trips.
Screen 16
Screen 24: Displays the number of external input #4 PHASE LOSS TRIP
trips. TRIPS: ###
Screen 25: Requires a Security Level 2 password to
clear the statistics. Screen 17
TACH ACCEL TRIP
TRIPS: ###
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Chapter 7 - Maintenance and Troubleshooting
The MVC Plus Series is designed to be a maintenance-free product. However, as with all electronic equipment,
the unit should be checked periodically for dirt, moisture or industrial contaminants. These can cause high voltage
arc-over, carbon tracking or prevent proper cooling of the SCR heat sinks. All bolts should be checked annually for
proper tightness using an accurate torque wrench. According to the manufacturers manual, check the contactor for air
gap spacing of the vacuum bottles.
Note: If the unit is installed in a contaminated environment and forced air cooling is used, blower filters must be
checked and cleaned regularly to insure proper air flow and cooling of the enclosure.
7.1 - Failure Analysis

When a fault occurs, the LCD will display the fault error while the listed LED and AUX Relay will be lit. Please clear all
faults before attempting to restart the unit. Note: If the problem persists after the required programming changes have
been made, and all corrective action has been taken, please contact the factory for assistance.
Aux
Problem CPU LCD Display LED Possible Cause Solutions
Relay
One of the main Short circuit between the
fuses blows or Locate and remove short
inputs
circuit breaker
opens when the TCB FAULT TRIP Trip AUX1
Remove power and test SCR(s). Refer to
power is applied
Faulty SCRs Section 7.1.1 for the SCR testing
or disconnect is procedure
open
Short circuit or ground fault
Locate and remove short or ground
in motor/cabling
Phase Loss Repair cause of phase loss
Branch circuit protection Verify correct sizing of branch circuit
Short Circuit Trip SHORT CIRCUIT TRIP Trip AUX1 not correctly sized protection
Remove power and replace main circuit

Faulty main circuit board
board.
procedure
Single phase incoming
Correct problem with incoming power
SINGLE PHASE TRIP power
Single Phase Trip (Check LCD display for Trip AUX1
possible fault indicators)
procedure
If fans have power, remove power and

Fan(s) not functioning
replace fan(s). If fans do not have power,
(If supplied)
find cause of power loss and repair.
Remove power and clean heatsink with

Heatsink coated with dirt high pressure air (80 - 100 psi max clean
and dry air)
Thermostat trips EXTERNAL TRIP ON Verify that running current does not
Trip AUX1 Overcurrent on unit
during run THERMOSTAT exceed unit rating
Environment temperature
over 122 F (ambient
Place unit in environment temperature
temperature for chassis
less than 122F for panel version or less
units) or over 104F
than 104F for enclosed version.
(ambient temperature for
enclosed version
Bypass failed to close Check bypass contactor and wiring
MOTORTRONICS - 73
Aux
Relay
Loss of 1 or more phases
of power from utility or Check power source
Phase Loss PHASE LOSS Trip AUX1
generated power
Blown power fuses Check for short circuits

Check motor nameplate versus
Improper programming
programmed parameters
Overload OVERLOAD TRIP Trip AUX1
Possible load damage or
Check motor currents
jammed load
Improper setting for motor

Verify current limit setting
Trip AUX1 load condition
Stall prevention ACCEL TIME TRIP
Damaged load Check for load failure
Improper programming Check setpoint settings

Wrong position of
Check disconnect or open breaker
disconnected breaker
Under Voltage
UNDER VOLTAGE TRIP Trip AUX1 Main contactor failed to
Trip Check internal connections
close
Reduce current limit setting, saturation or

Transformer too small
sagging power supply transformer
Under Current Improper programming Check setpoint settings

UNDER CURRENT TRIP Trip AUX1
Trip
Unloaded motor Check load
Failed CPU or Main Firing

Contact factory
Self-test Failure SELF-TEST FAILURE Trip AUX1 Board
Vibration Check internal wiring connections
Troubleshoot and repair generator
Contact utilities company
Line Frequency OVER OR UNDER Generator Power Problem
Trip AUX1 Main board failure
Trip FREQUENCY TRIP or grid change
Three phase power removed from Main
Board
Improper programming Check program setpoints
Any wire going to ground

GROUND FAULT Check with meggar or Hi-pot motor leads
Any Ground Fault (I.e. stator ground, motor
HI-SET OR LO-SET Trip AUX1 and motor
Trip ground, soft start ground)
High vibration or loose

Check internal connections
connections
Warning: This is a serious fault condition. Ensure that the fault

condition is cleared on the load before attempting to restart the
motor.
Motor stopped
Check for fault indication Trip AUX1
during run
Load shorted/ grounded/
Remove power and repair.
faulted
Faulty main circuit board Replace the main circuit board
Control circuit Remove power, locate and remove this

Short in control circuit
fuses blow after short
None None None
control power is
Apply the correct voltage to the control
applied. Wrong control voltage
circuit
MOTORTRONICS - 74
Aux
Relay
No control voltage applied Apply control voltage to TB1 pins 1 and 6
to control board on the power board
Control power transformer Remove power and replace the power

failure or CPT fuse failure transformer or the CPT fuse
Start circuit wired Remove power and correct the start

incorrectly circuit wiring
Any fault indication No start command Apply the start command

Motor will not start Trip AUX1
message No 3 phase line voltage Apply 3 phase line voltage to the unit

Shorted SCR in starter Section 7.1.1 for the SCR testing
procedure
Remove power and repair the control

Faulty control logic
logic.
Failure of main circuit

Replace the main circuit board
board
Check the motor and the motor

Faulty motor
connections
Remove power and perform the SCR

Motor vibrates/ Faulty SCRs
Trip AUX1 device checks
Motor growls
while starting or IMBALANCE TRIP Remove power and test SCR(s). Refer to
extremely IMBALANCE ALARM Faulty gate/cathode on
Section 7.1.1 for the SCR testing
unbalanced motor SCRs
procedure
currents run mode
Faulty motor/wiring Troubleshoot and repair/replace wiring
Alarm AUX2
7.1.1 - SCR Testing Procedure

Perform the SCR Heat Sink Ohm test on each Stack Assembly.
Test Ohm Meter Reading Result

From Position A to Greater than 10K Ohm Pass
Position B Less than 10K Ohm Fail
From Position B to Greater than 10K Ohm Pass
Position C Less than 10K Ohm Fail
Pass (Typical 8 to
8 to 100 Ohms
Gate to Cathode for 20 Ohms)
each SCR Less than 10 or greater
Fail
than 100 Ohms
Gate Drive Note: Allow 15 minutes after shutdown for DV/DT network to dis-
Board
charge DC voltage.
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7.2 - Typical Block Diagram

Voltage L1 L2 L3
Transformer
Ring
Transformer
Temp/ CT
3
1
Board
CT
Fiber Optics 4 3
1
2
CT
4
3
1
CT
4
2
A B C
Gate Drive Boards
DV/DT Boards
CPU
MOV Boards
Digital
Main Fiber Optics
Controller SCR Assembly
Firing Board
Control Board
Customer Connections T1 T2 T3
MOTORTRONICS - 76
7.3 - Overload Curve Definition
MOTORTRONICS - 77
7.4 - TCB Diagram

Momentary or Maintained
Start / Stop Switching
Maintained
START STOP
Momentary
12
NC
11
Aux Start
NO
E1 E2 E3 E4
Output
10
C
AC
120 VAC
RED 9
LED Neut Neutral
8
Start
FUSE
7
Stop
T1 RED
LED
TB1 6
5
Inter
FAULT 4
Lock
Optional
Interlocks
3
Inter
Lock
2
AC
120 VAC
1
HEATSINK
Source Source
F1 10
NC
9
NO
HEATSINK
F2 8
C
7
N
GRN
Line LED F3 6
S
1
120VAC
5
NC
2 -12V
Neut
TB2 4
NO
Delayed
3 GRN
GRN
Start LED 3
LED
C
4
2
C
Fuse 5 +12V START

Blown
Discon TB6 1
NO
7
Dual
12
ON
NC
Ramp OFF
8 Remove JP1 for Electronic
SW1 JP1 11
NO
Motor Protection During

Bypass 10
DUAL ADJ
C
Status
Fault
10
9
NC
TCB
NO
1
Run 7
C
2 TB3 6
NC
CPU
3
BOARD 5
NO
Fault
TB7
Lock Out
4
4
C
5
At 3
NC
Speed
6
2
NO
Not
Used 7
1
C
Fuse 1 12
NC
PFC-C
AUX-C
DLY-C
AUX-S
DLY-S
PFC-S
Blown
Input GRN
2 LED 11
NO
3 10
P.F.C. CAP
Ext
TB8
C
Over
Load PFC
4 9
TIMED
NC
7 6 5 4 3 2 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 OUT
Bypass 5 8
NO
Aux
Contact
6 7
C
A1
Bypass
NC
Coil
A2 8 5
NO
A1
9 4
Time Delay
Main GRN
C
Coil LED
A2 10 3
NC
2
DELAY
NO
TIMED 1
C
OUT
MOTORTRONICS - 78
7.5 - Typical Medium Voltage Soft Starter
Voltage Disconnect
Transformers Switch
Optional
Transformers Fuses for
Disconnect
Optional
Optional
Terminals
C.T.s
Control
Isolation
Power
Transformer Contactor
Current
MVC3-TCB Transformers
Printed
Circuit Board Load
Connections
Bypass
Contactor
SCR Stacks
Ring
Transformers
Front View
Door not shown for clarity
Test Switch and

Receptical Supplied
with Enclosure
Fuses and
Fuse Holders
Keypad
Operator Communications Board
Ground Fault Board (Optional)
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board
LOW VOLTAGE COMPARTMENT

(LOCATED IN ENCLOSURE DOOR)
PCB Mounting Order
DVDT MOV Gate Drive

Board Board Board
Temp CT
Board
MOTORTRONICS - 79
7.6 - Typical Wiring & Interconnect Diagram for Soft Starter with Line Start Section
(Models Rated 2300 - 7200V)
RS-485
Customer 3-Phase Medium Medium Voltage
Connect Voltage Supply CPT
COMM Phase A Phase B Phase C (OPTIONAL)
Phase B
BOARD Phase A
Located
H2
H2
H1
H1
TRANSFORMER In Medium
H2
H1
POWER
MENU RESET ENTER
RUN DSS1000-COMM Part#10-0044 Voltage
ALARM Section
X2
X2
X1
X1
TRIP Note: This Is 120 VAC Input
X2
X1
24 VAC Output
The Rear View CENTER
SEC PRI TAP PRI SEC 120VAC
1 5
Of This Board PHASE A
120VAC
PHASE B
2 6 120VAC 120VAC
Ribbon Cable
HELP J4 PHASE C
3 7 120VAC
4 8
AUX. RELAYS TB1 TB2
X1 X2 X3 X4 J1
1 1 1
1 2 3 4 5 6
120-A
120-B
120-C
120-A
120-B
120-C
321 1
J1 J2 1 J7 12
202
NC
Aux Start
11
6
Output
NO
E1 E2 E3 E4
MAIN TB4 194 10
C
6 5 4 3 2 1
5
1 RED 9 120VAC
Wires
Twisted Pair
Wires
Twisted Pair
Neut
LED
8
BOARD
TB3
4
Start
FUSE
7
Stop
T1 RED TB1 6
3
LED
193 5 Note
Inter
CPU FAULT
2
Lock 1
4
J7 J2 204 3 Note
J6 J6 1 Inter 1
1
1 Lock
BOARD 2
12
HEATSINK
120VAC
Hot
11
F1 10
NC
9
NO
10
HEATSINK
F2 8
C
7
N
9
GRN
202 Line LED F3 6
S
1
J4 J4 204 120VAC
1 1 5
8
NC
2 -12V
193
Neut
TB2 4
NO
3
TB2
Delayed GRN
194 GRN
7
Start LED 3
LED
C
4
180 2
C
5 +12V START
6
Fuse
179 Blown
Discon TB6 1
NO
6
201
5
7
Dual
1 12
199 ON
NC
Ramp OFF
8 Remove JP1 for Electronic
JP1
SW1 11
4
NO
J3 Bypass
DUAL ADJ 10
Fault
C
Status
10
3
ZERO SEQUENCE RTD BOARD

9
NC
1 1
195 8
TCB
NO
2
1
7
197 Run
C
CT @ .05A (OPTIONAL) 192
2 TB3 6
12 1
BOARD NC
Lock Out
CPU
3
5
191
NO
Fault
4 TB7 4
189 190
C
11
5
At 3
189
NC
Speed
6
2
10
NO
Not
190 Used 7
1
C
J5 J5
9
TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 Fuse 1 12

NC
PFC-C
AUX-C
DLY-C
AUX-S
DLY-S
PFC-S
1 12 13 24 25 36 37 48 Note 1 Blown
195 Input
2
GRN
11
LED
NO
8
P.F.C. CAP
Ext 3 10
197 TB8
C
Note 1 Over
Load PFC
4 9
TIMED
7
NC
TB1
TB1 TB2 TB3 7654321 7654321 7654321 OUT 8

Bypass 5
NO
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Note 1 Aux
Contact
6
6 7
C
A1
PROGRAM JUMPER Bypass
NC
Note 1
5
Coil
CT Secondary A2 8 5
NO
Time Delay
A1
4
Main Board 9
4
Main
C
Twisted Pairs 191

Note 1 Coil
A2 10
GRN
LED
3
NC
3
C1 B1 A1 DELAY
2
NO
TIMED
AI AT BI BT CI CT GF 1
C
OUT
2
C2 B2 A2 192
1 23
J8
1
199
201
19
20
17
18
15
16
40 27 25 24 23 22 21 180
179
Note 1: See Chapter 2 of Manufacturer's Manual for
TCB Circuit Board Connection Details.
GROUND FAULT
BOARD
(OPTIONAL)
Fiber-Optic Harness
MOTORTRONICS - 80
MOTORTRONICS - 81
MOMENTARY
START
MAINTAINED
START/STOP
STOP
MOMENTARY OR
MAINTAINED
START/STOP
SWITCHING
7.7 - Typical Wiring & Interconnect Diagram for Soft Start Only
(Models Rated 2300 - 7200V) (Requires customer supplied line start panel)
RS-485
Customer 3-Phase Medium Medium Voltage
Connect Voltage Supply CPT
COMM Phase A Phase B Phase C (OPTIONAL)
Phase B
BOARD Phase A
Located
H2
H2
H1
H1
TRANSFORMER In Medium
H2
H1
POWER
MENU RESET ENTER
RUN DSS1000-COMM Part#10-0044 Voltage
ALARM Section
X2
X2
X1
X1
TRIP Note: This Is 120 VAC Input
X2
X1
24 VAC Output
The Rear View CENTER
SEC PRI TAP PRI SEC 120VAC
1 5
Of This Board PHASE A
120VAC
PHASE B
2 6 120VAC 120VAC
Ribbon Cable
HELP J4 PHASE C
3 7 120VAC
4 8
AUX. RELAYS TB1 TB2
X1 X2 X3 X4 J1
1 1 1
1 2 3 4 5 6
120-A
120-B
120-C
120-A
120-B
120-C
321 1
J1 J2 1 J7 12
202
NC
Aux Start
11
6
Output
NO
E1 E2 E3 E4
MAIN TB4 194 10
C
6 5 4 3 2 1
5
1 RED 9 120VAC
Wires
Twisted Pair
Wires
Twisted Pair
Neut
LED
8
BOARD
TB3
4
Start
FUSE
7
Stop
T1 RED TB1 6
3
LED
193 5 Note
Inter
CPU FAULT
2
Lock 1
4
J7 J2 204
3 Note
J6 J6 1 Inter 1
1
1 Lock
BOARD 2
12
HEATSINK
120VAC
Hot
11
F1 10
NC
9
NO
10
HEATSINK
F2 8
C
7
N
9
GRN
202 Line LED F3 6
S
1
J4 J4 204 120VAC
1 1 5
8
NC
2 -12V
193
Neut
TB2 4
NO
3
TB2
Delayed GRN
194 GRN
7
Start LED 3
LED
C
4
180 2
C
5 +12V START
6
Fuse
179 Blown
Discon TB6 1
NO
6
201
5
7
Dual
1 12
199 ON
NC
Ramp OFF
8 JP1 Remove JP1 for Electronic
SW1 11
4
NO
J3 Bypass
DUAL ADJ 10
Fault
C
Status
10
3
ZERO SEQUENCE RTD BOARD

9
NC
1 1
195 8
TCB NO
2
1
7
197 Run
C
CT @ .05A (OPTIONAL) 192

2 TB3 6
12 1
NC
BOARD
Lock Out
CPU
3
5
191
NO
Fault
4 TB7 4
189 190
C
11
5
At 3
189
NC
Speed
6
2
10
NO
Not
190 Used 7
1
C
J5 J5
9
TB1 TB2 TB3 TB4 Fuse 1 12

NC
PFC-C
AUX-C
DLY-C
AUX-S
PFC-S
DLY-S
1 12 13 24 25 36 37 48 Note 1 Blown
195 Input
2
GRN
11
LED
NO
8
P.F.C. CAP
Ext 3 10
197 TB8
C
Note 1 Over
Load PFC
4 9
TIMED
7
NC
TB1
TB1 TB2 TB3 7654321 7654321 7654321 OUT 8

Bypass 5
NO
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Note 1 Aux
Contact
6
6 7
C
A1
PROGRAM JUMPER Bypass
NC
Note 1
5
Coil
CT Secondary A2 8 5
NO
Time Delay
A1
4
Main Board 9
4
Main
C
Twisted Pairs 191

Note 1 Coil
A2 10
GRN
LED
3
NC
3
C1 B1 A1 DELAY
2
NO
TIMED
AI AT BI BT CI CT GF 1
C
OUT
2
C2 B2 A2 192
1 23
J8
1
199
201
19
20
17
18
15
16
40 27 25 24 23 22 21 180
179 Note 1: See Chapter 2 of Manufacturer's Manual for
TCB Circuit Board Connection Details.
GROUND FAULT
BOARD
(OPTIONAL)
Fiber-Optic Harness
MOTORTRONICS - 82
MOMENTARY
START
MAINTAINED
START/STOP
STOP
MOMENTARY OR
MAINTAINED
START/STOP
SWITCHING
MOTORTRONICS - 83
7.8 - Mechanical Drawings
2300/3300/4160V 200 - 400A

Standard MVC3 Class E2 Soft Starter
Disconnect
Voltage
Transformers Switch
Optional
Transformers Fuses for
Disconnect
Optional
Optional
Terminals
C.T.s
Control
Isolation
Power
Current
MVC3-TCB Transformers
Printed
Circuit Board Load
Connections
Bypass
Contactor
SCR Stacks
Ring
Transformers
Front View
Test Switch and

Receptical Supplied
with Enclosure
Fuses and
Fuse Holders
Keypad
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board

MOTORTRONICS - 84
2300V, 600A
Disconnect
Switch
SCR Stacks
MVC3-TCB
Printed
Fuses for Circuit Board
Disconnect
Ring
Transformers
Isolation Bypass
Contactor Contactor
Voltage
Transformers
Control
Power
Transformer
Front View
Test Switch and

Receptical Supplied
with Enclosure
Fuses and
Fuse Holders
Keypad
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board

MOTORTRONICS - 85
3300/4160V 600A
Disconnect
Switch
SCR Stacks
MVC3-TCB
Printed
Fuses for Circuit Board
Disconnect
Ring
Transformers
Isolation Bypass
Contactor Contactor
Voltage
Transformers
Control
Power
Front View Transformer
Test Switch and

Receptical Supplied
with Enclosure
Fuses and
Fuse Holders
Keypad
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board

MOTORTRONICS - 86
6000 - 7200V 200 - 400A

Disconnect
Switch Ring
Transformers
SCR Stacks
Fuses for
Disconnect
MVC3-TCB
Printed
Circuit Board
Voltage
Transformers
Isolation
Contactor
Control
Power Bypass
Front View
Test Switch and

Receptical Supplied
with Enclosure
Fuses and
Fuse Holders
Keypad
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board

MOTORTRONICS - 87
6000 - 7200V 600A

Ring
Transformers
Disconnect SCR Stacks
MVC3-TCB
Printed
Circuit Board
Bypass
Contactor Voltage
Transformers
Main
Contactor Control
Power
Transformer
Test Switch and

Receptical Supplied
with Enclosure
Fuses and
Fuse Holders
Keypad
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board

MOTORTRONICS - 88
2300/3300/4160V, 200 - 400A

Optional Soft Start Only
(Requires Customer Supplied Line Start Panel) Voltage
Transformer
Optional
Control Optional
Power Isolation
Test Switch and
Receptical Supplied
with Enclosure
Fuses and
Fuse Holders
Bypass
Contactor MVC3-TCB
Keypad Printed
Ground Fault Board (Optional) Circuit Board
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board
SCR Stacks

Front View
2300V, 600A
Voltage
(Requires Customer Supplied Line Start Panel)
Transformer
Optional
Control Optional
Power Isolation
Test Switch and Bypass
Receptical Supplied MVC3-TCB
with Enclosure
Fuses and Contactor
Fuse Holders Printed
Circuit Board
Keypad
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board
SCR Stacks

Front View
MOTORTRONICS - 89
3300/4160V, 600A
(Requires Customer Supplied Line Start Panel) Voltage
Transformer Ring
Transformers
Optional
Control Power
Transformer
MVC3-TCB
Test Switch and
Receptical Supplied Printed
with Enclosure SCR Stacks
Fuses and
Fuse Holders Circuit Board
Keypad
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board
Bypass
Contactor

Front View
6000 - 7200V, 200 - 400A

Ring
Transformers
SCR Stacks
Test Switch and

Receptical Supplied
with Enclosure
Fuses and
MVC3-TCB
Fuse Holders
Printed
Keypad
Circuit Board
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board
Voltage
Transformers Bypass
Contactor

Front View
MOTORTRONICS - 90
6000 - 7200V, 600A

Ring
Transformers
Voltage
Transformers
Optional MVC3-TCB
Control Power Printed
Transformer Circuit Board
Bypass
SCR Stacks
Contactor
Optional
Isolation
Contactor
Front View
Test Switch and

Receptical Supplied
with Enclosure
Fuses and
Fuse Holders
Keypad
Digital Controller
Main Firing Board

MOTORTRONICS - 91
7.9 - Elevation Drawings
2300/3300/4160V 200 - 400A

Conduit Entry Zone

Removable
Top View Lifting Bar
Typical Mounting
Dimensions
Conduit Entry Zone
Section B-B
MOTORTRONICS - 92
2300/3300/4160/6000/6600/7200V 600A
MOTORTRONICS - 93
2300/3300/4160V, 200 - 600A

6000 - 7200V, 200 - 400A Conduit Entry Zone

Removable
(Requires Customer Supplied Line Start Panel) Top View Lifting Bar
Typical Mounting
Dimensions
Conduit Entry Zone
Section B-B
6000 - 7200V, 600A

(Requires Customer Supplied Line Start Panel) Conduit Entry Zone Conduit Entry Zone
Removable
Top View Lifting Bar
Typical Mounting
Dimensions
Conduit Entry Zone Conduit Entry Zone
Section B-B
MOTORTRONICS - 94
7.10 - Spare Parts List
MVC Plus Spare Parts
Dwg. Unit Voltage Quantity

Description Part Number
Ref.# and Amp Rating Req./Unit
Current
1. Contact Factory Specify model number 3
Transformer
MVC3-STK23200 2300V, 200A 3
MVC3-STK23400 2300V, 400A 3
MVC3-STK23600 2300V, 600A 3
Heatsink
MVC3-STK41200 3300/4160V, 200A 3
Assembly with
2.* MVC3-STK41400 3300/4160V, 400A 3
Boards
MVC3-STK41600 3300/4160V, 600A 3
(1 Phase)
MVC3-STK72200 6000 - 7200V, 200A 3
MVC3-STK72400 6000 - 7200V, 400A 3
MVC3-STK72600 6000 - 7200V, 600A 3
25-0200-6500-23 2300V, 200A 3
25-0400-6500-23 2300V, 400A 3
25-0600-3500-23 2300V, 600A 3
SCR(s) Clamped 25-0200-6500-41 3300/4160V, 200A 3
3. in Heat Sink 25-0400-6500-41 3300/4160V, 400A 3
Alone 25-0600-3500-41 3300/4160V, 600A 3
25-0200-6500-72 6000 - 7200V, 200A 3
25-0400-6500-72 6000 - 7200V, 400A 3
25-0600-3500-72 6000 - 7200V, 600A 3
10-0090 2300V, 200A & 400A 3
10-0090 2300V, 600A 6
Gate Drive 10-0090 3300/4160V, 200A & 400A 6
4.
Transfomer 10-0090 3300/4160V, 600A 12
10-0090 6000 - 7200V, 200A & 400A 9
10-0090 6000 - 7200V, 600A 12
10-0068 2300V 1
Voltage 10-0072-50 3300 V 2
5.
Transfomers 10-0067 4160V 1
10-0084 6000 - 7200 V 2
10-0080 2300V 1
Control Power 10-0072-50 3300V 1
6.
Transfomers 10-0083 4160V 1
10-0084 6000 - 7200V 1
Temperature &
7. MVC3-Temp/CT-PS All models 3
Current Board
*Recommended spare parts
13
11
6
12
3

MOTORTRONICS - 95
MVC Plus Spare Parts
Dwg. Unit Voltage Quantity

Description Part Number
Ref.# and Amp Rating Req./Unit
MVC3-GD 2300V, 200A & 400A 3
MVC3-GD 2300V, 600A 6
Gate Drive MVC3-GD 3300/4160 V, 200A & 400A 6
8.
Boards MVC3-GD 3300/4160 V, 600A 12
MVC3-GD 6000 - 7200V, 200A & 400A 15
MVC3-GD 6000 - 7200V, 600A 18
MVC2-MOV 2300V, 200A & 400A 3
MVC2-MOV 2300V, 600A 6
MVC2-MOV 3300/4160 V, 200A & 400A 6
9. MOV Board
MVC2-MOV 3300/4160 V, 600A 12
MVC2-MOV 6000 - 7200V, 200A & 400A 15
MVC2-MOV 6000 - 7200V, 600A 18
MVC2-Dv/Dt 2300V, 200A & 400A 3
MVC2-Dv/Dt 2300V, 600A 6
MVC2-Dv/Dt 3300/4160 V, 200A & 400A 6
10. dv/dt Board MVC2-Dv/Dt 3300/4160 V, 600A 12
MVC2-Dv/Dt 6000 - 7200V, 200A & 400A 15
MVC2-Dv/Dt 6000 - 7200V, 600A 18
Main board, CPU

board & digital
11.* controller assembly MVC3-MB/CPU-KIT All models 1
with lexan cover and
harness
12. Control Board MVC3-TCB All models 1
RTD (Option) Board DSS1000-RTD Option 1

Ground fault (Option)
MVC3-GFCT Option 1
Board
Medium Voltage Contact
13. Contact Factory Specify FLA
Fuses 15Factory
*Recommended spare parts
MOTORTRONICS - 96
7.11 - Instructions for Stack Replacement

(For Reference Only)
TEMP / CT Board
Gate Drive Board
MOV Board
DV/DT Board
PCB Mounting Order
DVDT MOV Gate Drive

Board Board Board
Temp CT
Board
MOTORTRONICS - 97
7.12 - Instructions for Stack Replacement
DANGER
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE
to working on it.
Failure to follow this instruction will result in death

or serious injury.
Note: All power sources must be removed and a waiting period of at least
15 minutes must be observed before initiating any repairs to the
unit(s) because DC voltage may still be present immediately after
turning off power to the unit.
Note: It is good practice to disassemble and reassemble one stack at a
time so you can have an assembled and wired stack in the unit as a
reference.
Note: It is recommended that the order include the SCR with the heatsink
assembly at a minimum. Only an experienced technician should
attempt to replace the SCRs.
Tools:
Phillips screwdriver
3/8 12 point socket set
2 9/16 wrenches
wrench
AC/DC Multimeter
Manual (refer to drawings in this section)
Procedure:
1. Verify that no DC or AC voltage is present on any of the power compo-
nents.
2. Disconnect all four wires connected to TB1 positions 1-3 on the tem-
perature CT board.
3. Disconnect the 4 red transformer wires on each of the gate drive
boards. These would be TB1, positions 3 and 5 for each gate drive
board. Typically, the 2300V unit will have only 4 wires per phase to
disconnect, a 4160V unit will have 8 wires per phase and a 6000 -
7200V unit will have 12 wires per phase (Note: the 6000 - 7200V/600
amp unit will also have 24 wires.)
4. Use the 9/16 wrench and carefully unbolt all of the line and load power
connections attached to the heat sinks. Note: If the unit is a 6000 -
7200V, remove the power strap connecting one side of the stack to the
stack directly below it.
5. Before removing the fiber optic wiring, make a note of the label on the
fiber cable to ensure they are placed exactly in the same socket they
were removed from. Now remove all fiber optic connectors on the stack.
Gently push on the connector tab and pull with a gentle left-to-right
motion on the connector in the direction away from the fiber optic
device. Two connectors will be found per gate drive board and one
duplex connector will be found on the small Temp/CT board on top.
Caution: Do not touch the tip of the connectors or contaminate the
connection sockets with any dust or foreign material.
6. Remove the wires from the Temp/CT board terminal block (3 screws)
7. Use a 9/16 socket with a 6 extension to remove the lower bolt that
routes through the front face of the heat sink and into the isolation
standoff mounted to the white panel. Then carefully hold the heat sink in
place with one hand and remove the top bolt from the heat sink.
8. Ensure the fiber optic connectors and all wires are positioned out of the
way, and then the heat sink can be gently removed from the unit.
MOTORTRONICS - 98
SCR Replacement:
1. Remove white jumper wires on the gate drive board and make a note of
their placement.
2. Remove both 7/16 bolts and single 10 - 32 screw at the top of gate
drive board and lift off the board.
3. To remove the MOV board, remove the SCR gate/cathode leads (thin
red and white wires) and the white jumper wires attached to them.
Make a note as to how they were connected. Unbolt the fasteners
as well.
4. At this point, all boards should now be removed from the aluminum
heat sink assembly.
5. Make a note (or drawing) of how each of the SCRs are oriented within
the heat sink. If factory supplied replacement SCRs and heatsinks are
used, the following steps are not required.
6. Loosen and carefully remove the feed-through bolt and two black
springs that hold the assembly together and turn it on its side.
7. Remove the two (2) SCRS in the top layer, making certain to note that
the SCRs are not facing the same direction.
8. Remove the two (2) SCRs in the bottom layer, also making certain to
note that the SCRs are not facing the same direction.
9. Clean the heat sink surface area thoroughly and reapply some thermal
heat sink grease sparingly to the SCRs mating surfaces.
10. Please note that replacement SCRs are in matched sets of four and
as such, please try to keep the matched sets within the same phase.
11. Now, take any two SCRs from a set and place them on the heat sink
in the same direction as the old SCRs were, ensuring that the dimple
in the center of the SCR is properly placed onto the center pin of the
heat sink assembly. Place the next level of heat sink bar on the
mounted SCRs. Note: There is a difference in the heat sink bars. The
center bar has more holes drilled in it for mounting the circuit boards
on it.
12. Now replace the other two (2) SCRs by repeating steps 10 and 11.
13. Next, carefully sandwich the SCRs and turn the stack over so the heat
sink bars are vertical and run the center bolt through the springs and
hand tighten the nut on the center bolt assembly.
14. Then make approximately 3 and full revolutions on the nut to create
the appropriate amount of compression force. You can tell if there is
enough compression force applied to the heat sink by the fact that the
force needed to turn the nut will suddenly increase.
15. Finally, reinstall all boards in the same manner in which they were
removed.
16 Refer to drawing PCB mounting order drawings for disassembling and
reassembling the stack assembly.
Reinstallation:
1. Hold the rebuilt or new stack assembly in the vertical position with the
Temp/CT board on top (only the top stack assembly will have this board
in a multi-stack phase) and place the stack on the positioning studs
that protrude from the isolation standoffs.
2. While pressing on the stack to hold it on the positioning studs, place
the feed-through bolt through the heat sink and finger-tighten the top
bolt. Then repeat the process with the bottom feed-through bolt to
ensure the stack is held against the isolation standoffs.
3. After verifying no wires or fibers have been pinched between the stack
assembly and isolation standoffs, tighten the top bolt completely, then
repeat the process for the bottom bolt. Now the stack assembly should
be held firmly in place.
4. Using the 9/16 wrench reinstall the line and load power cables and
tighten.
MOTORTRONICS - 99
5. If needed, refer to the appropriate drawing to reconnect red transformer

wires on each gate drive board. As an example, for the 4160V stack,
reattach TB4-1 to X3, TB4-3 to X4, TB1-3 to X2 and TB1-1 to X1. Verify
all X(#) wires are reconnected to their original position on the gate drive
boards. Otherwise the SCRs will misfire.
6. Reconnect thermostat wires on TB1 positions 2 and 3 of the Temp/CT
board.
7. Reconnect the main CT black wire to TB1-1. Then feed the white wire
through the board mounted CT and connect to TB1-1 on the Temp/CT
board. Please note that one each of the thick white wires from the
encapsulated CT must be connected with the Main CTs wiring.
8. Ensure the same fiber optic routing is used as before. If the fiber optic
wiring is positioned close to a heat source, (such as the 25-watt
resistors on the gate drive board) melting or distortion of the plastic fiber
may occur. Minimum distance is a inch with a minimum bend radius
of 2 inches. All gate drive boards require 2 single connectors per board
and the Temp/CT connector is a duplex piece with a mating tab that
faces away from the stack. If the tab is broken off, refer to an adjacent
stacks labels to see how the labels should be positioned when install-
ing a duplex connector with a broken tab. Again, caution should be
taken not to touch the fiber connector end or force it in with the tab
facing down.
MOTORTRONICS - 100
7.13 - Instructions for Low Voltage Test
DANGER
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE
to working on it.
Failure to follow this instruction will result in death

or serious injury.
Tools:
Phillips screwdriver
Medium(High) voltage fuse pullers if available
Two control power transformer (Test PT) 500 VA minimum
120 VAC control power (Test plug)
Low voltage motor strapped for the proper voltage (typically 5 HP or less)
Oscilloscope if available
Wire jumper
Test switch (single pole i.e. - light switch)
Manual (reference drawing above)
480 or 240 VAC 3 Phase Supply

Construct an open delta low
DANGER voltage source for powering
A B C
Ensure proper
HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE the MVC for low voltage testing
phase sequence
(Minimum of 500VA each) H2
Remove all medium voltage fuses to prevent back- H2 H1 H1
feeding transformers.
PTs
Failure to follow this instruction will result in death X1
or serious injury. X1
X2 X2
A B C
Procedure: Low Voltage Panel
1. Verify that no DC or AC voltage is present TB1 Terminal 1 TB1 Terminal 3 TB1 Terminal 5
on any of the power components. 120 VAC 3 Phase Output
2. Verify setup of control power transformers Connect to MVC3-MB (Main Firing Board)
for the proper voltage. If using 480 VAC or Caution: Remove the three phase transformer PT fuses and CPT fuses
240 VAC 3 phase verify transformers are on panel to prevent backfeed to the Medium(high) Voltage
strapped for that voltage. See above
drawing. Configure as an open delta for 3 phase as shown in drawing.
3. Verify medium(high) voltage disconnect is open and pull medium(high) voltage
fuses including VT and CPT fuses.
4. Connect 3 phase power 480 or 240 VAC to the down stream side of
the fuses. Do not connect to disconnect side of fuses. The size of the
small test motor will dictate the current drawn and minimum cable size
for connection. Also, connect the Primaries of the TEST PT in the
proper phase sequence of A-B-C.
5. Disconnect medium(high) voltage motor.
6. Connect low voltage motor. (Typically 5 HP or less)
7. Connect a wire jumper between TB8 pins 1 and 2 on the TCB (control
board) to bypass fuse blown and open disconnect fault. The TCB is
located in the medium(high) voltage compartment.
8. Install a switch on TB1 pins 1 and 8 on the TCB (control board) to
bypass all interlocks (Interlock Switch).
9. Verify or wire a 120 VAC plug to the TEST plug supplied by the factory.
(Line start packages only)
MOTORTRONICS - 101
10. Remove both control power fuses on the medium(high) voltage CPT (single
phase control power transformer)
11. Remove 3 fuses from the medium(high) voltage potential transformer (PT)
12. Verify the 120-volt test switch is in the NORMAL position. (Line start
package only)
13. Connect test power to test plug connector and place the 120-volt test
switch to the TEST position.
14. The keypad should be energized with the Power LED, Stop LED
15. Close the temporary Start switch, which is connected to the control
board.
16. The Main Vacuum contactor should close and the keypad should trip
on Under Voltage Open temporary Interlock switch and reset CPU
fault.
17. Connect the Secondary of the TEST PT to Panel TB1 positions 1 -
phase A, position 3- phase B, and position 5 - phase C. It is physically
located behind the low voltage compartment door. (Screw terminal
block)
18. Verify all connections are good and then energize the low voltage of
either 480 or 240 volt, three phases.
19. Use the multimeter on the AC scale and verify 3 phase 120 VAC
(phase to phase) at TB1 pins 1, 3 and 5 of the main firing board.
20. If all 120 VAC 3 phase is present then de-energize low voltage of 480
or 240 VAC.
21. Re-energize the low voltage of 480 or 240 VAC.
22. Now all test voltages should be present 480 or 240 VAC and three
phase 120 VAC (TEST PT) and 120 VAC single phase for control
power.
23. Close the temporary Start switch and the test motor should spin up
smoothly.
24. Use the Multimeter on the AC scale and check (phase to phase)
voltages on T1, T2 and T3 motor leads. The voltages should be
balanced.
25. If the motor doesnt spin up smoothly the soft starter is malfunctioning.
Proceed to step 27 for troubleshooting.
26. If the motor starts and runs smoothly then repeat this procedure in
reverse to remove all test connections and reinstall all fuses.
MOTORTRONICS - 102
Low Voltage Troubleshooting:

Tools: Ungrounded Oscilloscope
27. Open test switch and stop motor.
28. Change Setpoint Page 5 AUX4 is set at non-fail safe. Change it to fail
safe.
29. Observe bypass contactor closes immediately.
30. Place the Oscilloscope on the 2msec time scale and 1 v per
division.
31. Connect the Oscilloscope probe to the Gate and Cathode of the
SCRs.
32. The gate and cathode leads are the white wires on the gate drive board
in the medium(high) voltage cabinet. See drawing below.
33. If waveform is inverted, swap Oscilloscope connections for proper
polarity. Close the temporary Start switch and allow the test motor to
reach full speed.
34. Then verify all gating signals to each SCR (two gating signals on every
gate drive board). See drawing below for correct waveform.
35. Once the bad signal(s) are found; write down the location and call the
factory for further guidance.
Waveform is
the gating signal as
measured with an
ungrounded oscilloscope
at the gate to cathode
of the SCR. The
waveform should be 1.7
to 2msec off time and
approximately 1.5 to
3 Vdc. This signal is only
present at full conduction
or the motor is at speed.
Each SCR gating signal
should be checked
in accordance with the
low voltage test procedure.
MOTORTRONICS - 103
Chapter 8 - Commissioning and Warranty

8.1 - Installation Data Sheet
MOTORTRONICS - 104
8.2 - Commissioning Settings

Model #: ___________________
Serial #: ____________________

Description Range Setting
Page Level Default
50 - 100% of Unit Max Current Rating
Motor Full Load Amps (FLA) Model dependent
(Model and Service Factor dependent)

Basic Configuration
Service Factor 1.15 1.00 1.3

Level 1
Page 1
Overload Class 10 O/L Class 5-30

NEMA Design B A-F
Insulation Class B A, B, C, E, F, H, K, N, S
Line Voltage 4160 100 to 15000V
Line Frequency 60 50 or 60 HZ

Page Level Default
Jog, Start Ramp 1, Start Ramp 2, Custom

Start Control Mode Start Ramp 1
Accel Curve, Start Disabled, Dual Ramp
Jog Voltage Off 5-75%, Off

Start Ramp #1 Type Voltage Current, Voltage, Off
Initial Voltage #1 20% 0-100%
Current Limit #1 350% FLA 200-600 %
Initial Current #1 200% FLA 0-300%
Start Ramp #2 Type Off Current, Voltage, Off

Starter Configuration
Initial Voltage #2 60% 0-100 %

Level 1
Page 2
Current Limit #2 350 % FLA 200-600 %

Initial Current #2 200% FLA 0-300 %
Kick Start Type Off Voltage or Off
Kick Start Voltage 65% 10-100 %
Kick Start Time 0.50 sec 0.10-2.00
Deceleration Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Start Deceleration Voltage 60% 0-100 %
Stop Deceleration Voltage 30% 0-59 %
Deceleration Time 5 sec 1-60 sec
Timed Output Time Off 1-1000 sec, Off
Run Delay Time 1 Sec 1-30 sec, Off
At Speed Delay Time 1 Sec 1-30 sec, Off
MOTORTRONICS - 105
Model #: ___________________
Serial #: ____________________

Page Level Default
Imbalance Alarm Level 15% FLA 5-30 %, Off
Imbalance Alarm Delay 1.5 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
Imbalance Trip Level 20% 5-30 %, Off
Imbalance Trip Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
Undercurrent Alarm Level Off 10-90 %, Off
Undercurrent Alarm Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-60.0 sec
Overcurrent Alarm Level Off 100-300 %, Off
Overcurrent Alarm Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
Overcurrent Trip Level Off 100-300 %, Off
Overcurrent Trip Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
Phase Loss Trip Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Phase Loss Trip Delay 0.1 sec 0-20.0 sec
Phase Rotation Detection Enabled Enabled Only
Phase Rotation ABC ABC
*Ground Fault Alarm Level Off 5-90 %, Off
*Ground Fault Alarm Delay 0.1 sec 0.1-20.0 sec
*Ground Fault Loset Trip Level Off 5-90 %, Off
*Ground Fault Loset Trip Delay 0.5 sec 0.1-20 sec
Phase and Ground Settings
*Ground Fault Hiset Trip Level Off 5-90 %, Off

Password Protection
*Ground Fault Hiset Trip Delay 0.008 sec 0.008-0.250 sec

Overvoltage Alarm Level Off 5 -30%, Off
Level 2
Page 3
Overvoltage Alarm Delay 1.0 sec 1.0-30.0 sec

Overvoltage Trip Level Off 5-30%, Off
Overvoltage Trip Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-30.0 sec
Undervoltage Alarm Level Off 5-30%, Off
Undervoltage Alarm Delay 1.0 sec 1.0-30.0 sec
Undervoltage Trip Level Off 5-30%, Off
Undervoltage Trip Delay 2.0 sec 1.0-30.0 sec
Line Frequency Trip Window Disabled 0-6 Hz, Disabled
Line Frequency Trip Delay 1.0 sec 1.0-20.0 sec
P/F Lead P/F Alarm Off 0.1-1.00, Off
P/F Lead Alarm Delay 1.0 sec 1-120 sec
P/F Lead P/F Trip Off .01-1.00, Off
P/F Lead Trip Delay 1.0 sec 1-120 sec
P/F Lag P/F Alarm Off .01-1.00, Off
P/F Lag Alarm Delay 1.0 sec 1-120 sec
P/F Lag P/F Trip Off .01-1.00, Off
P/F Lag Trip Delay 1.0 sec 1-120 sec
Power Demand Period 10 min 1 - 60 min
KW Demand Alarm Pickup Off KW Off, 1-100000
KVA Demand Alarm Pickup Off KVA Off, 1-100000
KVAR Demand Alarm Pickup Off KVAR Off, 1-100000
Amps Demand Alarm Pickup Off Amps Off, 1-100000
*Ground fault option must be installed.
MOTORTRONICS - 106
Model #: ___________________
Serial #: ____________________

Page Level 1st 2nd 3rd
O/L Trip Trip Only None None
I/B Trip Trip None None
S/C Trip Trip Only None None
Overcurrent Trip Trip None None
Stator RTD Trip Trip None None
Bearing RTD Trip Trip None None
*G/F Hi Set Trip Trip None None
*G/F Lo Set Trip Trip None None
Phase Loss Trip Trip None None
Accel. Time Trip Trip Only None None
Start Curve Trip Trip Only None None
Over Frequency Trip Trip None None
Under Frequency Trip Trip None None
I*I*T Start Curve Trip None None
Learned Start Curve Trip None None
Phase Reversal Trip None None
Overvoltage Trip Trip None None
Undervoltage Trip Trip None None
Power Factor Trip Trip None None None
Tach Accel Trip None None None Trip(AUX1)
Password Protection
Inhibits Trip Trip None None Alarm(AUX2)

Relay Assignments
TCB Fault Trip None None AUX3

External Input #2 None None None AUX4
Level 2
Page 4
Dual Ramp None None None AUX5-8

Thermostat Trip None None Only Available in 8 Relay
O/L Warning Alarm None None System
Overcurrent Alarm Alarm None None Note: AUX1 to AUX4 are for
SCR Fail Shunt Alarm None None None Factory Use only. Do not
change!
*Ground Fault Alarm Alarm None None
Under Current Alarm None None None
Motor Running AUX3 None None
I/B Alarm Alarm None None
Stator RTD Alarm None None None
Non-Stator RTD Alarm None None None
RTD Failure Alarm None None None
Self Test Fail Trip None None
Thermal Register Alarm None None
U/V Alarm Alarm None None
O/V Alarm Alarm None None
Power Factor Alarm None None None
KW Demand Alarm None None None
KVA Demand Alarm None None None
KVAR Demand Alarm None None None
Amps Demand Alarm None None None
Timed Output None None None
Run Delay Time None None None
At Speed AUX4 None None
*Ground fault option must be installed.
MOTORTRONICS - 107
Model #: ___________________
Serial #: ____________________

Page Level Default
Trip (AUX1) Fail-Safe No Yes or No
Trip (AUX1) Relay Latched Yes Yes or No
Alarm (AUX2) Fail-Safe No Yes or No
Alarm (AUX2) Relay Latched No Yes or No
AUX3 Relay Fail-Safe No Yes or No
AUX3 Relay Latched No Yes or No
Password Protection
Relay Configuration

Level 2
Page 5

MOTORTRONICS - 108
Model #: ___________________
Serial #: ____________________

Page Level Default
Tachometer Scale Selection Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Tach Accel Trip Mode Select Disabled Underspeed, Overspeed or Disabled
Tach Ramp Time 20 sec 1 - 120
Tach Underspeed Trip PT 1650 RPM 0-3600
Tach Overspeed Trip PT 1850 RPM 0 - 3600
Tach Accel Trip Delay 1 sec 1 - 60
Off, RPM 0-3600, Hottest Non-Stator RTD
0-200C, Hottest Stator RTD
Analog Output #1 RMS Current
0 - 200C, RMS Current 0 - 7500 A, %
Motor Load 0 - 600 %.
Analog Output #2 % Motor Load Same As Analog Input #1
User I/O Configuration
Passowrd Protection

Page 6
Lavel 2
User Programmable External

Inputs
TCB Fault Enabled Enabled or Disabled
Name Ext. Input #1 TCB Fault User Defined, up to 15 Characters
TCB Fault Type NO Normally Open or Closed
TCB Fault Time Delay 1 sec 0-60 sec
External Input #2 Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Name Ext. Input #2 User Defined, up to 15 Characters
External Input #2 Type NO Normally Open or Closed
External Input #2 Time Delay 0 sec 0-60 sec
Second Ramp Dual Ramp Enabled or Disabled or Dual Ramp
Name Ext. Input #3 Second Ramp User Defined, up to 15 Characters
Second Ramp Type NO Normally Open or Closed
Second Ramp Time Delay 0 sec 0-60 sec
Thermostat Enabled Enabled or Disabled
Name Ext. Input #4 Thermostat User Defined, up to 15 Characters
Thermostat Type NC Normally Open or Closed
Thermostat Time Delay 1 sec 0-60 sec
MOTORTRONICS - 109
Model #: ___________________
Serial #: ____________________

Page Level Default
Custom Accel Curve Disabled Disabled, Curve A, B, or C
Custom Curve A
Custom Acceleration Curve

Password Protection

Level 3
Page 7

Curve A Current Limit 350% FLA 200-600%
Custom Curve B
as Custom Curve A

Custom Curve C
as Custom Curve A

Page Level Default
Basic Run Overload Curve
Run Curve Locked Rotor Time O/L Class 1-30 sec, O/L Class
Run Locked Rotor Current 600% FLA 400-800%
Coast Down Timer Disabled 1-60 Min, Disabled
Overload Curve Configuration
Basic Start Overload Curve

Password Protection
Start Curve Locked Rotor Time O/L Class 1-30 sec, O/L Class
Start Locked Rotor Current 600% FLA 400-800%
Level 3
Page 8
Acceleration Time Limit 30 sec 1-300 sec, Disabled

Number of Starts Per Hour Disabled 1-6, Disabled
Time Between Starts Time Disabled 1-60 Min, Disabled
Area Under Curve Protection Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Max I*I*T Start 368 FLA 1-2500 FLA*FLA*sec
Current Over Curve Disabled Disabled, Learn, Enabled
Learned Start Curve Bias 10% 5-40%
Time for Sampling 30 sec 1-300 sec
MOTORTRONICS - 110
Model #: ___________________
Serial #: ____________________

Page Level Default
Use NEMA Temp for RTD Values Disabled Enabled or Disabled
# of RTD Used for Stator 4 0-6

RTD Voting Disabled Enabled or Disabled
120 OHM NI, 100 OHM NI, 100 OHM PT, 10
Stator Phase A1 Type Off
OHM CU
Stator Phase A1 Alarm Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Stator Phase A2 Type Off Same as Stator Phase A1
Stator Phase A2 Alarm Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Password Protection

RTD Configuration

Level 3
Page 9

End Bearing Type Off Same as Stator A1
RTD #7 Description End Bearing User defined, Up to 15 Characters
End Bearing Alarm Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
End Bearing Trip Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Shaft Bearing Type Off Same as Stator Phase A1
RTD #8 Description Shaft Bearing User defined, Up to 15 Characters
Shaft Bearing Alarm Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
Shaft Bearing Trip Level Off 0-240C (32-464F), Off
MOTORTRONICS - 111
Model #: ___________________
Serial #: ____________________

Page Level Default
Password Protection

RTD Configuration

Level 3
Page 9


Page Level Default
Level
Page
Set Level 2 Password 100 000 999 Three Digits

10
Set Level 3 Password 1000 0000 9999 Four Digits

Page Level Default
Set Front Baud Rate 9.6 KB/sec 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2, 38.4 KB/sec
Password Protection
Communiications
Set Modbus Baud Rate 9.6 KB/sec 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2, 38.4 KB/sec
Page 11
Modbus Address Number 247 1 247

Level 3
Set Access Code 1 1 999

Set Link Baud Rate 38.4 KB/sec 2.4, 4.8, 9.6, 19.2, 38.4 KB/sec
Remote Start/Stop Disabled Enabled or Disabled
MOTORTRONICS - 112
Model #: ___________________
Serial #: ____________________

Page Level Default
Default Display Screen
Metering Data Page # 1 Enter Metering Page (1-4)
Enter Metering Screen
Page 1(1-10)
Metering Data Screen # 1 Page 2 (1-11)
Page 3 (1 - 29)
Page 4 (1 - 6)
Alarms
RTD Failure Alarm Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Thermal Register Alarm 90% Off, 40-95%
Thermal Alarm Delay 10 sec 1-20 sec
Password Protection
Thermal Register Setup Info

System Setpoints
Cold Stall Time O/L Class O/L Class (5-30) or 4-40 second time delay
Page 12
Level 3
Hot Stall Time O/L Class O/L Class, 4-40 sec

Stopped Cool Down Time 30 Min 10-300 Min
Runing Cool Down Time 15 Min 10-300 Min
Relay Measured Cool Rates Disabled Enabled or Disabled
Thermal Register Minimum 15% 10-50%
Motor Design Ambient Temp 40C 10-90C
Motor Design Run Temperature 80% Max 50-100% of Motor Stator Max Temp
Motor Stator Max Temp INS CLS INS CLS, 10-240 C

I/B Input to Thermal Register Enabled Enabled Only
Use Calculated K or Assign 7 1-50, On
Press Enter to Clr Thermal Register

Page Level Default
Set Date and Time FACTORY SET;
(DDMMYY:HHMM) ##/##/## ##:##
FACTORY USE ONLY
Calibration & Service
FACTORY SET;
Enter Date (DDMMYYYY) D=1-31, M=1-12, Y=1970-2069
##/##/####
Page 13
FACTORY SET;
Enter Time (HH:MM) H=00-23, M=0-59
##:##
Model # FACTORY SET;

Display Only, Cannot be changed
Firmware REV. # ###### ######
Press Enter to Access Factory

Available to Qualified Factory Personnel
Settings
MOTORTRONICS - 113
8.3 - Warranty
8.3.1 Warranty Policy
Motortronics standard warranty is one (1) year from date of
commissioning to a maximum of 18 months from date of
shipment as indicated by the units date code. Motortronics will
extend this warranty to three (3) years from date of shipment if a
Motortronics field service engineer or an authorized service
agent provides start-up. See 8.3.4.
8.3.2 Conditions
All warranties are provided in accordance with Motortronics
Terms and Conditions of Sale. Other manufacturers products
which are included in the Motortronics equipment such as
circuit breakers, fuses, transformer, relays, pilot devices and
other power/control components are warrented per the terms
and conditions of the manufacturers original equipment war-
ranty. All warranty periods on Motortronics manufactured
products are based on the date of shipment unless otherwise
specified. Freight and any required labor costs are paid by the
customer.
8.3.3 Active On-Site Time and Parts:

If Motortronics determines that on-site repairs or exchange is
necessary, Motortronics or an authorized service agent will
perform the necessary work on-site The actual service time and
parts to repair any warranty failure will be provided by
Motortronics. Travel and living costs to the site and any
waiting time to perform the repairs will be paid for by the cus-
tomer. Failures which are caused by unauthorized repairs,
mechanical, electrical or physical abuse and acts of God such
as lightning, fires or floods are excluded. A purchase order must
be issued for the travel and living costs prior to the work being
performed.
8.3.4 3-Year Extended Warranty/ Motortronics Start-up

Service:
Motortronics or an authorized service agent must start-up the
equipment and complete the installation data sheet to activate
the 3-year warranty from date of shipment. If the data sheet is
not completed and returned, within 7 days of the start-up, the
standard warranty will apply. The cost of this service is not
included in the price of the Motortronics equipment and will be
quoted separately to the customer. All recommended mainte-
nance procedures must be followed throughout the warranty
period.
MOTORTRONICS - 114
Notes:
MOTORTRONICS - 115
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Solid State AC Motor Control

MVC PLUS Series

INSTALLATION & OPERATION

2004, Motortronics. All Rights Reserved. Motortronics is a division of Phasetronics.

Chapter 2: Installation ..................................................................................................... 12

Chapter 3: Start-Up ......................................................................................................... 22

Chapter 4: User Interface and Menu Navigation ............................................................. 26

Chapter 5: Setpoint Programming .................................................................................. 29

Chapter 6: Metering Pages .............................................................................................. 63

Chapter 7: Maintenance and Troubleshooting ................................................................ 73

Chapter 8: Commissioning and Warranty ..................................................................... 104

4.2 Menu Navigation 27 7.6 Typical Wiring & Interconnect Diagram 80

Typical Wiring & Interconnect Diagram

5.2 Overload Class Trip Curves 39 7.11 PCB Mounting Order 96

5.2 Setpoint Pg 4 - Relay Assignment 46

Frequency 50 or 60Hz, +2Hz hardware selectable

Chassis units: 0 to 50 C (32 to 122F)

2 or 3 wire 120VAC (customer supplied)

Advanced Motor Protection

Two Stage Electronic Starting: Programmable for Class 5 through 30

Begin Decel Level: 0 - 100% of line voltage

Jog Settings Voltage Jog: 5 - 75%

1.2 Specifications (continued)

1.3 Design Features

The disconnect can be padlocked in the Open position. The disconnect

A viewing window in the Main Incoming Power Compartment allows visual

Power Fuses: As a NEMA Class E2 controller, current limiting primary power

600 Amps Units

A sequencing feature controls the contactors. Under normal operating condi-

1.4 Structure and Power Bus

Structure: Steel enclosure (with a minimum thickness of 11 gauge) form a rigid

Sections: The structure is divided into three (3) isolated compartments:

One or more Starter Power Compartments contain the fuses, vacuum

A Low Voltage Control Compartment houses the digital microprocessor

Compartment doors are rolled and formed to be capable of containing maxi-

Enclosure Finish: The enclosure is suitable for use in non-corrosive environ-

Lifting Provisions: Eyes or angles capable of supporting the maximum

Seismic Qualifications: The entire starter assembly, when properly installed,

1.5 Theory of Operation

The Current Limit feature is provided to accommodate installations where there

Other starting methods available in the MVC Plus are:

Constant Current: current is immediately increased to the Current Limit point

Tachometer Feedback Ramp: uses a closed loop speed follower method

1.6 General Protection

Phase Reversal (if enabled)

Running Overload Curve

1.7 Thermal Overload Protection

Start Mode overload protection is selectable using one of three methods:

Basic Protection: I2t data is accumulated and plotted based on an Overload

Measured Start Capacity: the user enters a measured amount of thermal

Dynamic Reset is another feature that adds reliability and consistency to

Retentive Memory provides continuous overload protection and real time

Learned Reset Capacity is a feature that is unique to the MVC Plus. By

1.8 Firing Circuit

Transformer Isolation of the firing signals prevents interference from line

Keypad Operator Interface: a 2 line x 20 character LCD display with back-

CPU Board: where the microprocessor and communications co-processor

2.2 Initial Unit Inspection

2.6 Additional Equipment