GE Power Controls

VARIABLE SPEED DRIVE UNIT

INVERTER

VAT20
1ph 200V-240V system, 0.2-0.75kW
1ph/3ph 200/240V system, 1.5-2.2kW
3ph 380/460V system, 0.75-2.2kW

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

------------------------------------------------------------ NOTICE --------------------------------------------------------------1.

Read this manual thoroughly before using the VAT20, and store
in a safe place for reference.

2. When using this speed drive unit in the EU, compliance with the EMC Directive
(89/336/EEC) is required. Check carefully Chapter 2.4. - Installation.
3.

The contents of this manual can be changed without notice

Copyright GE Industrial Systems, GE Power Controls, January 2004

VAT20

Table of Contents
Foreword..................................................................................... 3
Chapter 1 Safety Precautions
1. Precautions of operation......................................... 4
2. Precautions of operation environment .................... 7
Chapter 2 Hardware Instruction and Installation
1. Operation environment ........................................... 8
2. Type number definitions ......................................... 9
3. Specifications ....................................................... 10
4. Wiring ................................................................... 12
5. Dimensions & terminal block layout...................... 18
Chapter 3 Software Index
1. Control panel instructions ..................................... 23
2. List of parameters................................................. 24
3. Parameter function description............................. 25
4. Malfunction Indication and countermeasure ......... 36
5. General troubleshooting method .......................... 39
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Peripherals
1. Maintenance and examinator ............................... 47
2. Voltage current measurement .............................. 48
3. Input AC reactor specifications............................. 49
4. EMC filter (class B) specifications ........................ 49
5. DIN-rail specifications........................................... 49
6. Dynamic braking resistor specifications................ 49
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1. Foreword
To fully employ all functions of the inverter, and to ensure the safety of users, please read through
this operating manual in detail. Should you have any further query, please feel free to contact your
local distributor or customer service of GE.

Precaution
The inverter is a power electronic device, for safety reason, please take special care for
paragraphs with WARNING or CAUTION symbol. They are important safety precautions to be
aware of while transporting, installation, operating or examining the inverter. Please following
these precaution to ensure your safety.

WARNING

Personnel injury may be resulted by improper operation.

CAUTION

The inverter or mechanical system may be damaged by improper operation.

WARNING
Do not touch the PCB or components on the PCB right after turning off the power before the
charging indicator went off.
Do not attempt to wire circuitry while power is on. Do not attempt to examine the components
and signals on the PCB while the inverter operating.
Do not attempt to disassemble or modify internal circuitry, wiring, or components of the
inverter.
The grounding terminal of the inverter must be grounded properly with 200V class type III
standard.
This is a product of the restricted sales distribution class according to EN 61800-3.
In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user
may be required to take adequate measures.

CAUTION
Do not attempt to proceed dielectric strength test to internal components of the inverter.
There are sensitive semiconductor-devices vulnerable to high voltage in the inverter.
Do not connect the output terminals: T1(U), T2(V), and T3(W) to AC power outlet.
The CMOS IC on the primary PCB of the inverter is vulnerable to static electrical charges.
Do not contact the primary PCB of the inverter.

2. Examination before installation

Every GE Power Controls inverter has been fully tested and examined before shipment.
Please carry out following examination procedures after unpacking your inverter.
Check to see the model number of the inverter. It should be the one that you ordered.
Check to see if there is any damage during the transportation. Do not connect the inverter
to the power supply if there is any sign of damage.
Report to regional sale representative if you find any abnormal condition as mentioned above.
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Chapter 1. Safety Precautions

1.1.

Precautions of operation

Before turning ON power

CAUTION
Choose appropriate power source with correct voltage setting as the input voltage
specification of the inverter.

WARNING
Special care must be taken while wiring the primary circuitry panel. The L1 and L2
terminal must be connected to input power source and must not be mistakenly
connected to T1, T2 or T3 terminal. This may damage the inverter when the power is
turned on.

CAUTION
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Do not attempt to transport the inverter by the front cover. Securely hold the inverter
by the heat-sink mounting chassis to prevent the inverter from falling that may cause
personnel injury or damage the inverter.

Install the inverter onto firm metal base or other inflammable material. Do not install
the inverter onto or nearby any flammable material to avoid fire.

Additional cooling fan should be installed if several inverter are installed into one
control panel to lower the temperature inside below 40 to avoid overheating or fire
alarm.

Turn off power supply before proceeding removal or installation of operating panel.
Carry out installation procedure according to instructions given to avoid poor-contact
situation resulting operating panel malfunction or no displaying information.

Suitable for use on a circuit capable of delivering not more than 5000RMS
symmetrical amperes, 240V maximum

Not proved with over speed Protection or equivalent

Only intended for use in a pollution degree 2 macro environment or equivalent

When power is turned ON

WARNING
l

Do not attempt to install or remove connector of inverter when the power supply is
turned on. Otherwise, the inverter may be damaged due to the surge peak caused
by the insertion or removal.

When momentary power loss is longer than 2 seconds (the large of horse power,
the longer of time), the inverter does not have enough storage power to control the
circuit. Therefore, when power is regenerated, the operation of the inverter is
based on the setup of F_10 and the condition of external switch, this is considered
to be restart in the following paragraphs.

When the momentary power loss is short, the inverter still has enough storage
power to control the circuit; therefore, when power is regenerated, the inverter will
automatically start operation again depends on the setup of F_23.
When restart the inverter, the operation of the inverter is based on the setup of
F_10 and the condition of external switch (FWD/REV button). Attention: the
restart operation is irrelevant with F_23/F_24.
(1) When F_10=0, the inverter will not start after restart.
(2) When F_10=1 and the external switch (FWD/REV button) is OFF, the inverter
will not start after restart.
(3) When F_10=1 and the external switch (FWD/REV button) is ON, the inverter
will start automatically after restart. Attention: Base on safety reason, please
turn off the external switch (FWD/REV button) after power loss to avoid
possible damage to the machine and the human body after sudden
regeneration of power.

Under Operation
WARNING
Do not switch ON or OFF motor at the middle of operation. Otherwise, the inverter
over-current break-down may be resulted.

WARNING
l

Do not remove the front cover of the inverter when the power is ON to avoid
personnel injury caused by electrical shock.

When the automatic restart function is enabled, the motor and machinery will be
restarted automatically after fully stop from operation. Do not get close to the
machinery to avoid personnel injury.

CAUTION
l

Do not touch the heat-sink base.

The inverter can be easily operated from low-speed to high-speed range. Please
reconfirm the operating range of motor and machinery.

Do not examining the signals on the PCB of the inverter when it is under operation.

All inverter had been properly adjusted before delivery. Do not attempt to adjust it.

CAUTION
Do not proceed with disassemble or examination procedure before ensuring that the
power is off and the Power LED extinguished.

During examination and maintenance

CAUTION
Inverter environment should be within temp: 10 OC ~ +40 OC, humidity under 95% RH
without condensing.

CAUTION
After the removal of shield sticker, the environment temperature should be within
-10OC and +50OC and humidity under 95% RH without condensing. Besides, the
inverter should be free from water dripping or metal dust.

1.2.

Precautions of operation environment

oil

Avoid direct sunlight

Keep away from salty

environment

Avoid massive vibration

Keep away from high

electrical-magnetic wave
or ultra-high wave.

Keep away from

corrosive gas or liquid

Keep away from oil

grease and gas

Keep away where rain or

dripping water may get
into the inverter

Avoid metal dust and

dusty environment

Avoid heat

Keep away from

radio-active matter

Avoid where environment

temperature is too high

Keep away from

flammable material

Chapter 2. Hardware Instruction and Installation

2.1. Operation Environment
The installation site of the inverter pose direct impact to the fully functionality and the life-span
of your inverter. Please carefully choose the installation site to meet following requirements:
l Mount the unit vertically
l Environment temperature: -10OC to +50OC
l Avoid placing close to any heating equipment
l Avoid water dripping or humid environment
l Avoid direct sunlight
l Avoid oil or salty corrosive gas
l Avoid contacting corrosive liquid or gas
l Prevent foreign dusts, flocks, or metal scraps from entering interior
l Away from radioactive matter or flammable material
l Avoid electric-magnetic interference (soldering or power machinery)
l Avoid vibration, if vibration can not be avoided, anti-rattler should be installed to reduce it.
l If inverter is installed in control panel, please tear off shield sticker of VAT20.
Correct
alignment
Correct
Additional
cooling
fanalignment
should be installed to lower the environment below 50OC
Cooling fan

Cooling fan

Correct alignment

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Cooling fan

Wrong alignment

Correct alignment

Cooling fan

Wrong alignment

Installation of the inverter must place the front side of inverter facing front and the top of
inverter towards up direction for better heat dissipation.
Installation rooming must be compliant to following requirement.

q < 50C

12 cm
(min)

(1)

VAT 20
Installation
direction
12 cm
(min)

12 cm
(min) (2)

Ventilation

12 cm
(min) (2)

5 cm
(min)

Front view

Side view

(1) Maximum temperature in the enclosure 50C

(2) Keep 7 cm for following drives: N1K5, N2K2, X0K7, X1K5, X2K2
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2.2. Type number definitions

Inverter Type

U20N0K7S (for example)

Input Power Rating

I/P: AC 1ph 200 ~ 240V 50/60Hz

Output Rating

O/P: AC 3ph 0 ~ 240V 1.6kVA 4.2A

U20 Series

N
Power Voltage

N:200V, 1ph

N:200V, 1ph/3ph
X:400V, 3ph

0K7
Power
Rated

S
Option

0K2: 0.2kW
0K4: 0.4kW
0K7: 0.7kW
I K5: 1.5kW
2K2: 2.2kW
0K7: 0.75kW
1K5: 1.5kW
2K2: 2.2kW

S: Standard
model with
EMC filter
SX: Standard
model without
EMC filter

2.3. Specifications
Basic specifications, 200V series
Type No: VAT20Suitable Motor Power Rating (kW)

Rated

U20N0K2_ U20N0K4_ U20N0K7_

U20N1K5_

U20N2K2_

0.2

0.4

0.75

1.5

2.2

Motor HP

1/4

1/2

Current A

1.4

2.3

4.2

7.5

10.5

Capacity kVA

0.53

0.88

1.6

2.9

4.0

Weight (kg )

0.76

0.77

0.8

1.66

1.76

Input Voltage Max.

Output Voltage Max.

Dimensions (W x H x D) mm

Single phase 200/240V (+10% -15%), Single/Three phases

50/60Hz (5%)
200-240V (+10% -15%),
50/60Hz (5%)
Three phase 200/240V +10%-15%
72x132x118

(1)

EMC specification

118x143x172

Class A (single phase filter built in)

(1) Only for U20N_K_S type

Basic specifications, 400V series

Type No: VAT20-

U20X0K7_ U20X1K5_ U20X2K2_

Suitable Motor Power Rating (kW)

Rated

0.75

1.5

2.2

Motor HP

Current A

2.3

3.8

5.2

Capacity kVA

1.6

2.9

4.0

Weight (kg )

1.66

1.66

1.76

Input Voltage Max.

Three phase 380/460V (+10% -15%), 50/60Hz ( 5%)

Output Voltage Max.

Three phase 380/460V +10%-15%

Dimensions (W x H x D) mm

118x143x172

(2)

EMC specification

Class A (single phase filter built in)

(2) Only for U20X_K_S type

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Functional specifications
Type No: VAT20-

U20N0K2S U20N0K4S U20N0K7S U20N1K5S

U20N2K2S

U20X0K7S, 1K5S, 2K2S

Input Signal Type

PNP type (SOURCE) input

Control Method

Sinusoidal wave PWM control

Freq.
control

General
control

Frequency range

0~120Hz

0~200Hz

Resolution

Digital : 0.1Hz (0~99.9Hz) / 1Hz (100~120Hz)

Analog: 0.06Hz/60Hz

Keyboard setting

Directly setup by buttons.

External signal setting

0~10V, 4~20mA , 0~20mA

Other function

Frequency upper and lower limit

Carrier frequency

4-8kHz

Accelerate/decelerate time

0.1~ 999 Sec

V/F pattern

6 patterns

Torque control

Torque boost level adjustable (manual torque boost)

Multi-function input

2 point, to be used as multi-speed

1(Sp1) / Jog / External emergency
stop / External reset

Multi-function output

1a Relay terminal, to be setup as Fault / Running / Frequency.

Braking torque

About 20%. Not allowable external

braking resistor.

Other function

Decelerate or free run stop, Auto reset, DC braking frequency /

Voltage / Time can be setup by constants.

4-16kHz

2 point, to be used as
multi-speed 1(Sp1) /
multi-speed 2 (Sp2) /
Jog / External
emergency stop /
External reset
100% with
resistor

external

Display

3 digital LED display frequency / inverter parameter / fault

record / program version

Indication function

7 segments*3 indicate frequency / inverter parameter / fault

record / program version.

Operating temperature

-10 to +40C (without shield sticker: -10 to +50C)

Humidity

0~95% RH non-condensing.

Vibration

Under 1 G ( 9.8 m/s2 )

EMC specification

EN 5008-1, EN 5008-2, EN 50082-1, EN 50082-2, EN 50178

Protection level

IP20

UL

UL508C

Protection
function

Protection
function

Overload protection

150% for 1min.

Over-voltage

DC voltage > 410V (200V series), DC > 800V (400V series)

Under voltage

DC voltage < 200V (200V series), DC < 400V (400V series)

Momentary power-loss

0 ~ 2 sec : VAT20 can be restart by speed search

Stall prevention

Accelerate / Decelerate / Constant speed

Output terminal short-circuit

Electronic circuitry protection

Grounding fault

Electronic circuitry protection

Other function

Heat sink protection , Current limit

Dimensions (WxHxD) mm
Installation

72x132x118

118x143x172

Install by mounting screw or DIN rail (Option).

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2.4. Wiring
Moulded-Case Circuit Breaker / Contactor
l

GE Power Controls maintenance and service do not apply to damage caused by following
situation:
(1) Damage to the inverter caused by the lack of appropriate molded-case circuit breaker
or a circuit breaker with too large capacity is installed in between the power supply and
the inverter.
(2) Damage to the inverter caused by the serial magnetic contactor, phase advancing capacitor,
or surge-protector in between the inverter and the motor.
Type No: U20N

0K2, 0K4, 0K7

1K5, 2K2

Type No: U20X

0K7, 1K5, 2K2

Moulded-case circuit breaker

Made by GE

20A

30A

30A

Magnetic Contactor

Made by GE

Made by GE

Made by GE

(MC)

CL00

CL00

CL00

Primary Circuit Terminal (TM1)

Wire dimension
2.5 mm2

Wire dimension
4 mm2

Wire dimension
2.5 mm2

Terminal screw M3

Terminal screw M3

Terminal screw M3

L1
T1

L2
T2

T3

Signal Terminal (TM2)

Wire dimension 0.75mm2(#18 AWG), Terminal screw M3

1~11

Please utilize three-phase squirrel-cage induction motor with appropriate capacity.

If a inverter is used to drive more than one motor, the total capacity must be smaller
than the capacity of the inverter. Additional thermal relay must be installed in front of
every motor. Use the Fn_18 at 1.0 times of the rated value specified on the motor
nameplate at 50Hz, 1.1 times of the rated value specified on the motor nameplate at 60Hz.

Do not install phase advancing capacitor, LC, or RC component between the inverter
and the motor.

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Application and precautions of peripherals

Power supply

Power Source
Ensure to apply power source at correct rated voltage to prevent
form damaging the inverter.

l
l

Moulded-case
circuit breaker
or ground fault
interruptor
Electricalmagnetic
contactor
AC reactor
for power
factor
improvement

Moulded-case circuit breaker (MCCB)

l Utilize appropriate circuit breaker suitable for the rated voltage
and current ratings of the inverter to switch ON/OFF the power
supply to the inverter and as a protection for the inverter.
l

Motor

Do not operate the circuit breaker to switch ON or OFF the

inverter.

Earth leakage circuit breaker (Residual current device)

l Leakage circuit breaker should be added to prevent false
operation cause by leakage current and to ensure personnel
safety.
Magnetic Contact
l The Magnetic Contact can be omitted at ordinary operation. To
utilize external control, automatic restart, or breaking controller
the magnetic contact must be added at the primary side.
l

VAT20
Inverter

Circuit breaker must be installed in between the AC power supply

and the inverter.

Do not operate the magnetic contact to switch ON or OFF the

inverter.

Power improvement AC Reactor

l If large capacity power source is applied (over 600kVA),
additional AC reactor may be added to improve power factor.
Inverter
l Power supply input terminals L1 and L2 is not differentiated on
phase sequence, they can be arbitrarily connected. Their
connection may be exchanged.
l

Output terminal T1, T2, and T3 should be connected to the U, V,

and W terminals of the motor respectively. If motor turns in
opposite direction of the inverter, simply exchanging two of three
wire connection may correct this problem.

Output terminal T1, T2, and T3 must not be connected to power

source to prevent from damaging inverter.

Grounding terminal. Properly ground the grounding terminal in

compliance to local codes

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(A) External wiring should be carried out in accordance with following requirement. Check and
reassure the wiring is correct after the wiring is complete. (Do not utilize the control circuitry
buzzer to check the wiring.)
EMI connecting:
It is very important that the connections between the frequency inverter with the screened motor cable
and the EMI filter during the EMI tests are as following.
l
l

l
l

l
l
l

Use a metal grounding plate and place the frequency inverter and the EMI filter on the plate.
Use a screened motor cable with 4 connectors ( U,V,W,& Earth ), dont use the shielding as
safety earth ( shield is high frequency earth )
Remove painting around the two metal coupling nut holes. So that the metal coupling nuts (and
the shielding) make contact with the frequency inverter and the motor.
Don't solder a conductor to the shielding (pig tail)
Use a metal clamp to connect the shielding from the motor cable with the metal grounding plate.
Now there is a perfect high frequency earth connection between frequency inverter . grounding
plate and EMI filter.
Keep the distance between frequency inverter and EMI filter as short as possible ( < 30cm )
otherwise use screened cable with a metal coupling nut and a metal clamp addle to connect the
shielded cable to the frequency inverter and metal grounding plate.
The only earth connection between the LISN and the test plate should be via the EMI filter.
Use a motor which equals the power rating or below of the inverter rating.
Install a noise filter for inverter onto the output side of the primary circuitry can suppress conducting noise (for residential environment only). To reduce radio active noise, use a shielded wire
between motor and drive, this wiring should be away from control wiring for more than 30 cm.

Class B, Residential Environment

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Class A, Industrial Environment (only for drives with built-in EMC class A filter, U20----S)

Power part

When the distance between the inverter and motor is longer than 100m, connection wire
should be carefully chosen to reduce the wiring resistance below 3% and the voltage drop (V)
= 3 x Wire resistance (/km) x wire length (m) x current x 10-3

(B) Control circuitry wiring must be separated and away from the primary circuitry control line and
other high-voltage or large-current power lines to avoid noise interference.
l

To reduce the noise interference and avoid mistake operation, shielded twisted pair cable must
be used to wire the control circuitry. Please refer to following diagram. Connect the shielding
wire onto the grounding terminal.
Wiring distance must be under 50m.
Shielding

Glove

To control machine
To Inverter terminal
Do not connect the shielding
Connect to system grounding terminal Wrapped with

wire at this end

insulating tape

(C) The grounding terminal of the inverter must be correctly grounded in compliance with 200V class
type three grounding.
l Grounding wire should be wired in accordance to electrical equipment (AWG) with the length
of the grounding wire as short as possible.
l

The grounding wire of the inverter must not be grounded together with other large current
loading (such as soldering machine or large power motor). They should be grounded
separately.
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Grounding circuitry must not be formed when grounding several inverters together.

Good

Good

Not good

(D) Wire specification Choose appropriate wire with correct diameter for primary power circuitry and
control circuitry in accordance with electricity regulations.
(E) Upon completion, check out to reassure the wiring correctness, broken wires, and secure terminal
screws.
Wiring Diagram
Braking Resistor
(option)

Power Supply Input

Single phase drives:
L1-L2 or L1-L3
Three phase drives:
L1-L2-L3

Multifunction
output

Multifunction
input

For factory
test only
2.5-10k
Grounding

Terminations to Inverter must be made with either UL listed field wiring lug kits or UL listed crimp type
ring terminals

Note: only for U20-N1K5/N2K2 and U20-X0K7/X1K5/X2K2

l

Other connections(external 24V supply)

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VAT20 series inverter terminal descriptions

Primary circuitry terminal black (TM1) descriptions
Terminal symbol

Function description
Primary power source input to drive
Single phase (1ph) drives: L1, L2 or L, N
Three phase (3ph) drives: L1, L2, L3

L1 (R)
L2 (S)
L3/N (T)

External braking resistor terminals

(Only for U20-N1K5/N2K2 and U20-X0K7/X1K5/X2K2)

P
R

Inverter output to motor

T1 (U)
T2 (V)
T3 (W)

* Tightening torque for TM1 is 0.98, or 12 LBS-IN (U20-N0K2/N0K4/N0K7).

* Tightening torque for TM1 is 1.3 or 16 LBS-IN (U20-N1K5/N2K2 and U20-X0K7/X1K5/X2K2)
* Wire voltage rating must be a minimum of 300V (200V series)/600V (400V series)

VAT20 control circuitry terminal block ( TM2 ) description

Terminal symbol

Terminal function description

TRIP

Fault relay output terminal

RELAY

Connection point rated capacity 250VAC/1A ( 30VDC / 1A )

FWD

Operation control terminals (refer to Fn_03)

REV

+ 12V

Common point of terminal 3 / 4 / 6 / 7

SP1

Multifunction input terminals (refer to Fn_19)

RESET

+10V

Power terminal of potentiometer ( Pin 3 )

Analog input point

Analog frequency signal input terminal ( Pin 2 of

potentiometer or positive terminal of 0~10V / 4~20mA /
0~20mA)

10

0V
(FM -)

Analog common point

Analog signal common point ( Pin 1 of potentiometer or

negative terminal of 0~10V / 4~20mA / 0~20mA )

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FM+

Analog output positive

connection point

Analog frequency signal output terminal

Output terminal signal is 0 ~ 10VDC/Fn6

* Tightening torque for TM2 is 0.4 Nm or 5.03 LBS-IN.

* Wire voltage rating must be a minimum of 300V for 200V inverters and minimum 600V
for 400V inverters
* Control wiring should not run in the same conduit or race way with power or motor wiring
* Single Input and Output Terminals (TM2) Ratings are all Class 2

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SW1 function description

SWITCH 1

External signal type

0~20mA analog signal ( When Fn11 set to 1 )
4~20mA analog signal ( When Fn11 set to 2 )

0~10 VDC analog signal ( When Fn11 set to 1 )

2.5. Dimensions and terminal block layout

Frame 1: U20N0K2, U20N0K4, U20N0K7

Terre
Grounding

Grounding
Plaquette
de(see
terrenote)
(voir note)

Length
Type
U20N0K2
U20N0K4
U20N0K7

8.2 118

61

72

NOTE
For safety reason, we strongly
recommend users to remove the M4
green grounding screw, then screw
the enclosed metal frame grounding
terminal on the same location to make
a grounding bar to ensure good earth
protection.

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Frame 2: U20N1K5, U20N2K2, U20X0K7, U20X1K5, U20X2K2

Grounding
M4 terre
Plaquette
de(see
terrenote)
(voir note)
Grounding

NOTE
For safety reason, we strongly
recommend users to remove the M4
green grounding screw, then screw
the enclosed metal frame grounding
terminal on the same location to make
a grounding bar to ensure good earth
protection.

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Dimensions and Installation of class B filter (U20AF0K7)

Inverter with class B filter (U20AF0K7) mounted.

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Inverter with class B filter (U20AF0K7)

and DIN rail (U20AR0K7) mounted.

Mounting screw operation diagram

DIN rail (U20AR0K7) operation diagram

Step 1
Aim and insert the
4 retention ribs of
U20AR0K7 at the
4 holes in rear
panel of VAT20 .
Step 2
Push the
U20AR0K7
forward until the
middle rib grips
firmly with real
panel

Inserting hole
middle rib

Retention rib

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Step 1
Use small screw
driver inserting
the middle rib of
U20AR0K7 and
press the screw
driver in order to
strip U20AR0K7
from VAT20.

DIN rail installation

Mounting clamp and 35 mm width rail must be used to install VAT20 on the rail.
Install VAT20

Dismounting VAT20

2
Pull mounting plate

Mounting plate

Screwdriver

First place the groove on the back of

module on the upper edge of din rail ,
and then push the module down to lock
up position. Finally press the mounting
plate upward into module.

1 Pull the mounting plate downward.

2 Rotate the T-verter module to dismount it.

Mount

DIN Rail

Mounting clamp(1)
(1) Mounting clamp must be used to fasten VAT20

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Chapter 3. Software Index

3.1. Control Panel Instructions
POWER LED

DATA
ENT
DSP
FUN

RUN
STOP

CAUTION
Do not operate keypad by screwdriver or other sharp-ended tool to avoid damaging keypad.

Brief keypad operation flowchart

(2)

(FREQ) (1)

(FREQ)

(READ)

DSP
FUN

DATA
ENT
F

DSP

(WRITE)

AFTER
0.5 SEC

DATA

FUN

ENT
END

(1) Displayed setting frequency when stopped. Display output frequency when running.
(2) The setting frequency can be modified either when stopped or when running.

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3.2. List of parameters

Function
Accelerate /
Decelerate Time
Operation mode
Motor direction
V/F Pattern
Frequency
upper/lower limit
SPI frequency
JOG frequency
Operation control

Function Description

0
1
2
3
4
5
6

Factory Adjustment
Accelerate time
Decelerate time
0: Forward / Stop, Reverse / Stop
1:Run/Stop, Forward / Reverse
0: Forward
1: Reverse
V/F pattern setting
Frequency upper limit

Frequency lower limit

0.1Hz

SP1 frequency

0.1Hz

JOG frequency

0.1Hz

10
11

12

0:keypad
1: external terminal
0:keypad
1:external terminal(0~10v/0~20mA )
2: external terminal ( 4~20mA )
Carrier Frequency setting

13
14
15
16
17
18

Torque compensation gain

0:decelerate stop, 1:free run stop
DC braking time
DC braking injection frequency
DC braking level
Protection on motor rated current

19

Multifunction input terminal 1 function

20

Multifunction input terminal 2 function

21

Multifunction output terminal

Frequency control
Carrier frequency
Torque compensation
Stop method
DC braking setting
Electronic thermal

Multifunction input
connection point

Unit

FN_

Multi-function output

1
1
0.1Hz

1
1

24

Factory
setting Note
0
0.1 ~ 999 S
5.0
(1)(3)
0.1 ~ 999 S
5.0
(1)(3)
0~1
0
0~1
0
(1)
1~6
1/4
(2)
1.0 ~ 120Hz 50/60Hz (2)(3)
1.0 ~ 200Hz
(4)
0.0 ~ 120Hz 0.0Hz
(3)
0.0 ~ 200Hz
(4)
1.0 ~ 120Hz 10Hz
(3)
1.0 ~ 200Hz
(4)
1.0 ~ 120Hz
6Hz
(4)
1.0 ~ 200Hz
0~1
0
0~2
0

1~5
1 ~ 10
0.1%
0.0 ~ 10.0%
1
0~1
0.1S
0.0 ~ 25.5S
0.1Hz
1 ~ 10Hz
0.1%
0.0 ~ 20.0%
1%
50 ~ 100%
(0-200)
1: Jog
2: Sp1
3: Emergency stop
4: External Base Block
5: Reset 6: Sp2
1: Operating
2: Frequency reached
3: Fault
1
0~1

0: REV run enabled

1: REV run disabled
Momentary power loss 23 0: enabled
1: disabled
1
Auto restart
24 Number of Auto-restart times
1
25 010: Constants initialization to 50Hz system
Factory setting
020: Constants initialization to 60Hz system
SP2 frequency
26 Frequency SP2
0.1Hz
SP2 frequency
26 Frequency SP3
0.1Hz
Direct start
28 0: enable
1: disable
1
Software version
29 CPU program version
Fault trace
30 Last 3 malfunction memory
(1) Indicate this parameter can be adjusted during running mode
(2) Please refer to Fn_25
(3) If the setting range is above 100, the setting unit becomes 1.
(4) Only for drives with CPU version from 1.9 (check function F_29)
(5) Only for drives with CPU version from 2.1 (check function F_29)
Reverse instruction

22

0.1 sec
0.1 sec
1

Range

0~1
0~5

(4)

0.0%
0
0.5S
1.5Hz
8.0%
100%

(1)

(4)

2
5

(4)

0
0
0
(2)

1.0 ~ 200Hz
1.0 ~ 200Hz
0~1

20
30
1

(4)
(4)
(5)

3.3. Parameter function description

Fn_00 Factory adjustment parameter. Do not change.
Fn_01 : Accelerate time = 0.1 up to 999 sec
Fn_02 : Decelerate time = 0.1 up to 999 sec
1. Accelerate/decelerate time calculation formula:
Accelerate time = Fn_01 x

Setting Frequency
60 Hz

Decelerate time = Fn_02 x

Setting Frequency
60Hz

Fn_03 : Operation mode selection =

0 : Forward / Stop , Reverse / Stop
1 : Run / Stop , Forward / Reverse
Note 1: Fn_03 take effect only when Fn_10 = 1 (external operation control)
Fn_03 = 0

Fn_03 = 1

control method

control method

3 FWD /Stop

3 Run / Stop

4 REV /Stop

4 FWD/ REV

5 COM

5 COM

TM2 PIN3
TM2 PIN4
Fn_03=0
Output

Forward
Reverse(1)

Fn_03=1
Output
Forward
Reverse(1)

(1) Reverse command is ignored when Fn_22 = 1

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Fn_04 : Motor rotation direction setting = 0 : forward

1 : reverse
Although there is no Forward/Reverse push button on the digital control panel, it is possible to
adjust forward/reverse function by changing Fn_04 setting.

Note:
When Fn_22 =1: Reverse disabled, the Fn_04 can not be set to 1. Then keypad indication would
display LOC.

Fn_05 : V/F pattern setting = 1 up to 6

Adjust Fn_05 = 1-6 to select one of six fixed V/F pattern. (refer to following tables)
Specification

50 Hz system

Application

General application

High starting torque

Decreasing torque

Fn_5

V/F pattern

V (%)

V (%)

V (%)
100

100

100

C
Hz
1

2.5 50

Hz

120

2.5

Specification

Hz

50 120

25

50 120

60Hz system

Application

General application

High starting torque

Decreasing torque

Fn_5

V (%)

V (%)

V/F pattern

V (%)

100

100

100

C
Hz

Hz
1

3.0 60

120

3.0

Fn_5

10%

8%

2/5

15%

10.5%

3/6

25%

7.7%
26

60 120

Hz
1

30

60 120

Fn_06 : frequency upper limit = 1 up to 120Hz or 200Hz(*)

Fn_07 : frequency lower limit = 0 up to 120Hz or 200Hz(*)
(*) Only for with CPU version from 1.9 (check function F_29)

Fn_06 (freq. Upper limit)

Internal
frequency
signal

Fn_07 (freq. Lower limit)

(NOTE)

Frequency setting signal

Note:
If Fn_07 = 0 Hz, and the frequency instruction is equal to 0Hz, the inverter will
stop at 0 speed.
If Fn_07 > 0 Hz, and the frequency instruction Fn_07, the inverter will
output according to Fn_07 setting.

Fn_08 : sp1 frequency = 1 up to 120Hz or 200Hz(*)

Fn_09 : jog frequency = 1 up to 10Hz or 200Hz(*)
(*)Only for with CPU version from 1.9 (check function F_29)
1.

When Fn_19 or Fn_20 = 2 and multifunction input terminal is ON, the inverter operate at
sp1 frequency (Fn_08)

2.

When Fn_19 or Fn_20 = 1 and multifunction input terminal is ON, the inverter operate at
jog frequency (Fn_09)

3.

The priority of reading frequency setting is Jog > Sp1 > Keypad setting or external frequency
signal

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Fn_10 : Operation Control

= 0 : Keypad
= 1 : External terminal TM2
Note:
When Fn_10=1 (external operation control), emergency stop on the keypad is enabled.
When Fn_10=1, please refer to the descriptions of F_23/24, in order to avoid the damage
to the human and the machine.

Hz
Time

F_10=1
or =0
F_09=10Hz
F_19=1
F_08=30Hz
F_20=2

ON
OFF

ON

OFF
ON

OFF

OFF

ON

OFF
OFF

Fn_11 : Frequency control

= 0 : Frequency instruction is setup by keypad
= 1 : Frequency instruction is setup by VR or analog signal
on TM2 ( 0 up to 10V / 0-20mA )
= 2 : Frequency instruction is setup by VR or analog signal
on TM2 ( 4-20mA )
Note 1:
When Jog frequency or Sp1 frequency is switched on,
the frequency is setup by Sp1 speed, the
buttons on the keypad is disabled. Original setting
will be restored after Sp1 connection is OFF.
Note 2:
During the contact closure of the jog function,
the keypad control remains in a sleep state until the
jog contact connection is re-opened.

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Fn_12 : carrier frequency = 1 up to 5 or up to 10(*)

(*) Only for drives with CPU version from 1.9 (check function F_29)
F_12

Carrier frequency

F_12

Carrier frequency

F_12

Carrier frequency

4 kHz

8 kHz

15 kHz(1)

5 kHz

10 kHz(1)

10

16 kHz(1)

6 kHz

12 kHz(1)

7.2 kHz

14.4 kHz(1)

(1) If F_12 = 7 up to 10, the inverter must operate with low load.
Although an IGBT TYPE inverter can provide a low audible noise level during its operation, it is possible
that the switching of the high carrier frequency may interfere with external electronic components (or
other controllers) or even cause vibration in the motor. Adjusting the carrier
frequency can usually correct this problem.

Fn_13: Torque compensation gain = 0 up to 10 %

To enhance Inverter output torque patterns according to the B, C voltage points on the V/F pattern (refer
to F_05 description) and the (F_13) for this feature.

Note : When Fn_13 = 0, the torque boost function is disabled.

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Fn_14: Stopping method = 0 : decelerate stop

1 : free run stop
Fn_15: DC braking time = 0 up to 25.5 sec
Fn_16: DC braking starting frequency = 1 up to 10Hz
Fn_17: DC braking level = 0 up to 20%
If Fn_14 = 0
When the inverter receive the stop instruction, it decelerate to the frequency setup by Fn_16 and
then output voltage level setup in the Fn_17; after the time duration setup in Fn_15, the inverter
turn into complete stop.

Run command

Output frequency

Deceleration time

DC braking frequency

DC braking time

If Fn_14 = 1
The inverter stop output immediately after receiving stop instruction. The motor get into free running
state to completely stop.

Fn_18: Motor rated current = 50 up to 100 % or 0 up to 200%(*)

(*) Only for drives with CPU version from 1.9 (check fnction F_29)

1. Function of the electronic thermal protecting motor

(1) Motor rated current = Inverter rated current x Fn_18
Fn_18 = Motor rated current / inverter rated current
(2) When the load is within 100% of the motor rated current, the operation continues. When the
load reaches 150% of the motor rated current the operation may continues for only 1 minute.
(refer to curve (1) in figures 3)
(3) After protecting the motor with the electronic thermal switch activated, the inverter is cut off
immediately. The OLI light will flash. To resume operation, push the RESET button or activate
an external reset connection wired to terminal 2.
(4) When the motor is operating at low speeds, the heat dissipation efficiency is lower. The
electronic thermal activation level is also reduced. (to change from curve (1) to curve (2) in
Figure 3. Choose the appropriate Fn_05 setting according to the applied motor to reach the
desired performance.
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2. Function of the electronic thermal protecting inverter

(1) When the load is within 103% of the inverters rated current, the operation continues.
When the load reaches 150% of rated current of the inverter, the operation will continue
for 1 minute. ( Refer to curve (1) of figure 3)
(2) After the activation of the electronic thermal switch, the inverter is shut off immediately.
The OL2 light will flash. To resume the operation, push RESET button or activate an external
reset contact on terminal 2.
Fn_05 = 1,2,3

Fn_05 = 4,5,6

50 Hz standard motor

60 Hz standard motor

Derating %

Derating %

100

100

90

90

60

60

Decay

20

50 (Fig. 1)

1.0
20

60 (Fig. 2)

(Fig. 3)

100

150

Percentage of
Current

Fn_19: Multifunction input terminal 1 function = 1 up to 5 or 6(*)

Fn_20: Multifunction input terminal 2 function = 1 up to 5 or 6(*)
(*) Only for drives with CPU version from 1.9 (check fnction F_29)

1.

Fn_19, Fn_20 =1 : JOG (refer to F_09)

2. Fn_19, Fn_20 = 2 or 6 multispeed control

Multi-speed control (only for drives with CPU version from 1.9)
F_19 = 2 and F_20 = 6
TM2 SP1 Terminal

TM2 RESET Terminal

Output frequency

ON

OFF

(F_08)

OFF

ON

(F_26)

ON

ON

(F_27)

TM2 SP1 Terminal

TM2 RESET Terminal

Output frequency

ON

OFF

(F_26)

OFF

ON

(F_08)

ON

ON

SP3 (F_27)

F_19 = 6 and F_20 = 2

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3.

Fn_19, Fn_20 =3: External emergency stop signal

When the external emergency stop signal is activated, the inverter proceeds to decelerate and
stop, (ignoring the setting of Fn_14). The inverters E.S. light will flash after stopping. After the
emergency stop signal is deactivated, turn the RUN switch OFF and then ON again to cycle it.
(Fn_10 =1) Or, push the RUN key (Fn_10=0). The inverter will then resume operation and restart.
If the emergency stop signal is removed before the inverter stops, the inverter will still execute the
emergency stop.

4.

Fn_19, Fn_20 =4: External Base Block (immediate shut off)

When the external base block signal is activated, the inverter output will be immediately shut off
(ignoring setting in Fn_14) and flash b.b. After the base block signal deactivated, turn the RUN
switch OFF and then ON again (Fn_10 = 1) or push the RUN key (Fn_10=0), the inverter will
restart from the starting frequency.

5. Fn_19, Fn_20 = 5: Reset when inverter fault.

Fn_21: Multi-function output terminal = 1 up to 3

1. Fn_21 = 1: Run mode signal
2. Fn_22 = 2: Frequency agreed signal

3. Fn_21 = 3: Fault signal

Terminal 1 and 2 of TM2 are activated at CPF, OL1, OL2, OCS, OCA, OCC, Ocd , Ocb , OVC , LVC ,
OHC.

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Fn_22:Reverse instruction = 0 : REV command enabled

= 1 : REV command disabled
Note:
When Fn_04 is set to 1 (reverse), Fn_22 can not be set to 1, indication displays LOC.
Fn_04 must be change to 0 before setting Fn_22 to 1.

Fn_23: Restart after momentary power loss

= 0 : restart enabled
= 1 : restart disabled
1. When the AC power supply is temporary below low voltage protection levels because of power
company issues or encountering large current loading in the same power supply system, the
inverter will stop its output immediately. If the power source resumes within 2 seconds, the inverter
can restart by using its speed search program.
2. When F_23=0:
(1) If the momentary power loss is less than 2 seconds, the inverter resume operation
automatically via speed search at 0.5 seconds after power up. The number of auto-restart
times is not limited by F_24.
(2) If the momentary power loss is long, the operation of the inverter is based on the setup of F_10
and the condition of external switch.
(3) If the time of momentary loss is between the above two, whether the inverter will auto-restart
depends on F_24:
F_24=0: auto-restart disabled.
F_24=1~5: auto-restart enabled 1~5 times.
3. When F_23=1,
(1) Power up after momentary power loss, the inverter will not start. Even under F_24>0.
(2) If the momentary power loss is long, the inverter must be restart manually. The operation of
the inverter is based on the setup of F_10 and the condition of external switch.
4. When restart the inverter, the operation of the inverter is based on the setup of F_10 and the
condition of external switches (FWD/REV button).
(1) When F_10=0, the inverter will not start after restart.
(2) When F_10=1 and the external switch (FWD/REV button) is OFF, the inverter will not start
after restart.
(3) When F_10=1 and the external switch (FWD/REV button) is ON, the inverter will start
automatically after restart. Attention: Base on safety reason, please turn off the external
switch (FWD/REV button) after power loss to avoid possible damage to the machine and
the human body after sudden regeneration of power.

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Fn_24: Number of Auto-restart times = 0 up to 5

1. When Fn_24 = 0, the inverter will not try to restart.
(Except for momentary power loss, please refer to F_23 for details)
2. When Fn_24 > 0 , the inverter will resume operation via SPEED SEARCH at approximately
0.5 second after a function trip. After that, the inverter will accelerate or decelerate to current
frequency setting.
(Except for momentary power loss, please refer to F_23 for details)
3. When the inverter is set to deceleration or DC breaking, the transient restart procedure is not
performed.
4. When either of following situation happen, the transient restart count will be reset:
(1)
(2)

No additional malfunction (in operation or stop) occurs within 10 minutes.

Press RESET button or external terminal RESET is ON.

Fn_25 : Factory settings function

= 010 : Constants initialisation to 50Hz system
= 020 : Constants initialisation to 60Hz system
1. When Fn_25 is set to 010, all parameters are restored to factory settings. The settings of
Fn_05 =1 and Fn_06 = 50. Fn_25 is restored back to 000 after the reset process complete
(50Hz operation).
2. When Fn_25 is set to 020, all parameters are restored to factory settings. The settings of
Fn_05 =4 and Fn_06 = 60. Fn_25 is restored back to 000 after the reset process complete
(60Hz operation).

Fn_26: SP2 (1 up to 200Hz), multi-speed 2

(Refer to Fn_19, Fn_20)
Fn_27: SP3 (1 up to 200Hz), multi-speed 3
(Refer to Fn_19, Fn_20)

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F_28: Direct start

= 0 : Direct start enable when remote Run command on
= 1 : Direct start disable when remote Run command
on drives with CPU version from 2.1
(check function F_29)
When F_28 = 1 and control mode is remote control (F_10 = 1), the inverter can not start if RUN switch is
ON when power is engaged, must be turned the RUN switch OFF and turned ON again, then inverter
can start.

Fn_29: software (program) version

Fn_30: Fault trace

1. Fault trace : indicate the sequence of the occurrence of malfunctions by the location of decimal
point. x.xx indicate a recently happened malfunction. xx.x indicate the last malfunction that
happened. xxx. indicated the earliest malfunction in the record.
2. After entering the Fn_30 function, the x.xx record will be displayed first. After that, press
can read out xx.x xxx.
x.xx ,,, consecutively.

button

3. After entering Fn_30 function, if the RESET button is pressed, all three malfunction record will be
cleared. Indication display -.--,

--.-, and ---.

4. When the content of malfunction memory indicate O.CC, indicate the latest malfunction code is
OC-C and so on.

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3.4. Malfunction indication and countermeasure

3.4.1. Manual reset inoperative faults

INDICATION

CONTENT

POSSIBLE CAUSE

COUNTERMEASURE

CPF

Program error

Outside noise interference

Place a RC surge absorber in

parallel with the noise
generating magnetic contact

EPR

EEPROM error

EEPROM defective

Replace EEPROM

OV

Voltage too
high while not
operating

1. Power source voltage

too high.
2. Detection circuitry
defective

1. Examining the power supply

Voltage too low

while not
operating

1. Power source voltage

too low.
2. Detection circuitry
defective.

1. Examining the power supply

Inverter over
heat while not
operating

1. Detection circuit defective.

1. Return the inverter for repair

2. Environment over-heat or
poor ventilation

2. Improve ventilation

LV

OH

2. Return the inverter for repair

2. Return the inverter for repair

3.4.2. Manual reset operative faults (Auto-Reset inoperative)

INDICATION

CONTENT

POSSIBLE CAUSE

OC

Over-current at
stop condition

Detection circuit
malfunction

OL1

Motor over-load

1. Loading too large

COUNTERMEASURE
Return the inverter for repair

1. Increase capacity of motor

2. Improper V/F model setting 2. Adjust to use a proper V/F curve

setting
3. Improper Fn_18 setting
3. Adjust Fn_18 according to
instruction

Inverter over-load 1. Loading too large

OL2

1. Increase capacity of inverter

2. Improper V/F model setting 2. Adjust to use a proper V/F curve

setting

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3.4.3. Manual Reset and Auto-Reset Operative faults

INDICATION

CONTENT

POSSIBLE CAUSE

COUNTERMEASURE

Transient
over-current
starting machine

1. Motor coil short-circuit with 1. Examining motor

2. Examining wiring
external casing
3. Replace transistor module
2. Motor connection wire
short-circuit with grounding
3. Transistor module
damaged

OCA

Over-current at
acceleration

1. Acceleration time setting

too short
2. Improper V/F feature
selection
3. Applied motor capacity
exceeds inverter capacity

1. Adjust acceleration time to

longer setting
2. Adjust to a proper V/F curve
3. Replace and install another
inverter
with
appropriate
capacity

OCC

Over-current at
steady speed

1. Transient alteration of the

loading
2. Transient alteration of the
power supply

1. Examining the loading

configuration
2. Install inductor on the power
supply input side

OCd

Over-current at
deceleration

Deceleration setting too short

Adjust to use a longer

acceleration time

OCb

Over-current at
breaking

DC Breaking frequency,
breaking voltage, or breaking
time setting too long

Adjust to reduce settings of

Fn_15, Fn_16, or Fn_17

OCS

OVC

LVC

OHC

1. Deceleration time setting

Over-voltage at
too short or inertial
operation/deceler
loading too large
ation
2. Power supply voltage
variation too large

1. Adjust to use a longer

deceleration time
2. Install a inductor on the power
supply input side
3. Increase the capacity of
inverter

Insufficient
voltage level at
operation

1. Power supply voltage too

low
2. Power supply voltage
variation too large

1. Improve power source quality

2. Adjust to use a longer
acceleration time
3. Increase capacity of inverter
4. Install a reactor on the power
supply input side

Heat-sink over
heated at
operation

1. Loading too heavy

2. Ambient temperature too
high or poor ventilation

1. Examining the loading

2. Increase capacity of inverter
3. Improve ventilation

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3.4.4. Other indications

INDICATION

SP0

SP2

E.S.

b.b.

CONTENT

DESCRIPTION

Zero Speed
Stopping

When Fn_11 = 0, Fn_7= 0 and frequency setting < 1 Hz

When Fn_11 = 1, Fn_7<(Fn_6/100), and frequency setting
<(Fn_6/100)

Keypad
The inverter setup to external operation (Fn_10=1). If the STOP
emergency stop key in the keypad is pressed at the middle of operation, the
inverter stop according the setting in Fn_14 and flash SP2 after
stop. The RUN switch must be turned OFF than ON to restart
the machine.

When the external emergency stop signal is activated through

External
emergency stop the multi-function input terminal, the inverter decelerate and
stop. Inverter flash E.S. after stop. (Refer to instruction for
Fn_19 for detail).

External BASE
BLOCK

When the external BASE BLOCK signal is activated through the

multifunction terminal, the inverter stop output immediately and
flash b.b. for indication. (refer to instruction for Fn_19 for detail)

3.4.5. Keypad Operation Error Indications

INDICATION

CONTENT

POSSIBLE CAUSE

LOC

Motor direction
locked

1. Attempt to reverse
direction when Fn_22 = 1

1. Adjust Fn_22 to 0

2. Attempt to set Fn_22 to 1

when Fn_04 = 1

2. Adjust Fn_04 to 0

Er1

Er2

Keypad operation 1. Press or keys when

error
Fn_11=1 or under sp1
operation

COUNTERMEASURE

1. Use or keys to adjust

frequency setting only after
Fn_11=0

2. Attempt to modify Fn_29

2. Do not modify Fn_29

3. Attempt to modify
parameter that is not
allowed to be modified
during operation (refer to
parameter list)

3. Modify in stop mode

Parameter setting 1. Fn_6 Fn_7

error

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1. Fn_6 > Fn_7

3.5. General Troubleshooting Method

ABNORMALITY

Motor
inoperative

CHECK POINT

COUNTERMEASURE

Is power source voltage delivered into L1,

L2 terminal (is the charging indicator
illuminated)?

Check if the power source switched on.

Turn power source OFF and then ON

again.

Reconfirm the power voltage level.

Check to see if the mounting screw

secured.

Is there voltage output from output

terminal T1, T2 and T3?

Turn power source OFF and then ON

again.

If the loading too heavy to block motor?

Reduce load to start motor.

Is there any abnormal condition of the

inverter?

Refer to malfunction handling

instructions to examine and correct
wiring.

Is the analog frequency setting loaded?

Check to see if wiring for analog

frequency input signal is correct?

If the operation mode setting correct?

Check if the frequency input setting

voltage is correct?

Operate by digital?

Wiring should be in accordance with the

U, V, W terminals of motor.

Is the wiring for analog frequency input

correct?

Examining the wiring and correct it.

Is the operation mode setting correct?

Examining the wiring and correct it.

Is the loading too heavy?

Operation panel operation mode setting

check.

Is the specification of motor (poles,

voltage) correct?

Reduce loading

Is the gear ratio correct?

Reconfirm motor specification.

Is the highest output frequency setting

correct?

Reconfirm gear ratio

Is the voltage on motor side reduced

extremely?

Reconfirm highest output frequency

Is the loading too heavy?

Reduce loading variation

Is the loading variation too large?

Increase inverter and motor capacity

Is the input power source steady and

stable?

Install AC reactor on the power supply

input side

Is the forward or reverse instruction

loaded?

Is wiring on the output terminals T1, T2

Motor operate in and T3 correct?
opposite direction
Is the wiring for the forward and reverse
signals correct?

Motor operation
speed fixed

Motor operation
at speed too
high or too low

Abnormal speed
variation at
operation

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Simple VAT20 Troubleshooting Procedure

VAT20 INV M alfunction

Clearly defined
m alfunction

NO

YES

Sign of burn
or breakage

NO

Any sign of burnt

of breakage?

Exam ining com ponent w ith

sign of burnt or breakage

NO

YES

Indication of
abnorm ality

YES

NO

Proceed exam ination

according to
m alfunction indication

Is the prim ary

circuitry DM norm al?

ABNORM AL

Replace DM

ABNORM AL
NORM AL

Is the prim ary

circuitry I.G.B.T.
norm al?

Replace I.G.B.T.

NORM AL

Control board, driver

board, carry out
visual inspection

Appearance
abnorm ality

YES

Replace defective board

NO

Sw itch pow er ON

Any illum inated

indicator on the control
panel

NO

YES

Any m alfunction
indication

NO

M alfunction
indication

NO

Is LED2 illum inate?

Replace current surge

absorber

YES

The m alfunction
indication is?
Three m alfunction
record in Fn_30
Check to see the
three m alfunction
record in Fn_30

Is the
DC input voltage
of control pow er
supply norm al?

ABNORM AL

Exam ining term inals

and w irings

NORM AL

Is the control
pow er source +5V
norm al?

ABNORM AL

Replace driver board

NORM AL

Replace control board,

digital controller.

Is replacing
control board solve
the problem ?
YES

NO

Inverter m alfunction
Detail exam ination required.

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Examining Inverter
parameters
Carry out parameter
initialization
Designate operation
control method
Frequency instruction
setting

Does the
controller displays
frequency setting?

Is there
voltage output on
UVW terminals?

NO

Replace control board

NO

Replace control board

YES

Is replacing
control board correct
the problem?

Connect to motor and

proceed operation

Is there
any abnormality
indication

No, The problem

is not corrected

Yes, the problem

has been corrected

YES

NO

Is
output current of all
phases in balance
condition?

NO

YES

The inverter is
normal now
The inverter is out of order
Detail examination is required

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Error handling of malfunction indication of OC.OL

When inverter display
malfunction indication
OC.OL.

Is the primary
circuit I.G.B.T.
normal?

ABNORMAL

Replace I.G.B.T.

NORMAL

Is the appearance
normal?

Replace defective PCB

YES

Switch ON power
supply

Is there any
malfunction indication

YES

NO

Is the current
detector normal?

Input operation
instruction

ABNORMAL

NORMAL
YES

Replace detector.

Replace control board.

Input frequency setting

Is the output frequency

displayed?

NO

Replace control board

YES

Is there output
voltage on UVW
terminals?

NO

Replace control board

YES

Is replacing
control board correct this
Problem?

Connect motor and

proceed with operation.

Is there any malfunction

indication

NO

YES

YES

NO

Is output
current of all phases in
balance condition.

NO

Inverter is out of order.

YES

Detail examination is required.

The inverter is
normal now.

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Error handling of malfunction indication of OV.LV

Inverter display OV.LV

Is there
any abnormal breakage
on appearance

Replace defective board

Switch ON
power supply

Is there any
malfunction indication

YES

Replace control board

NO

Input operation
instruction

Input frequency
instruction

Is the output
frequency of controller
displayed

NO

Replace control board

YES

Is there
output voltage on T1, T2,
and T3 terminals?

NO

Replace control board

YES

Is the problem
corrected by replacing
control board?

Connect motor. Is the

motor operating?

NO

YES

Is there any malfunction

indication?

YES

NO

Is output
current of all phases in
balance condition?.

NO

The inverter is out of order

YES

Detail examination is required

The inverter is
normal now

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(1) Motor inoperative

YES

Is the circui
t breaker (MCCB)
switched ON?
NO

Can you switch ON the

MCCB?

Is the
voltage between
L1-L2 power input terminals
normal?

Can not

ABNORMAL

Wiring short-circuit

Power source
abnormality
Poor wiring

Normal
(within +/- 10% of nominal value)
Is Power LED off ?

Is the operation
switch on the RUN
position?

NO

VAT20 malfunction

Place the operation

switch to RUN
position.

NO

YES

Is there
any output voltage on
motor T1-T2-T3?

Is the
T1-T2,T2-T3,T3-T1
output voltage in balance
condition?

NO

VAT20 malfunction

NO

VAT20 malfunction

YES (When the motor is not connected, and the voltoge differences between
wires are within +/- 3% can be treated as in balance condition.)
Motor over-load
Defective motor
Poor wiring

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(2) Motor over-heat

Is
there over-loading
condition or the load current
exceeds rated
current?

Reduce loading
Enlarge VAT20 and
Motor capacity

YES

NO

Operate at low
speed for a long time?

YES

Select another motor

NO
Is the
voltage level between
T1-T2, T2-T3, and T3-T1
normal?

NO

VAT20 malfunction

YES

Is there
anything that might
affect motor
cooling?

Remove obstacle
affecting motor cooling

YES

NO

Poor connection
between VAT20 and
motor

(3)

YES

Correct the connection

Disturbing motor operation

Not
Is the
appropriate
acceleration/
deceleration time setting
appropriate?

YES

During acceleration or
deceleration ?

Increase or decrease
acceleration /
deceleration time

NO
Appropriate

Is the
voltage level
between T1-T2, T2-T3, and
T3-T1 normal?

Reduce load Increase

VAT20 and motor
capacity

NO

VAT20 malfunction

YES (The differences between different wires are within +-3%)

Is there any loading

variation condition?

YES

Reduce loading
variation or install
fly wheel

YES

Improve mechanical
system

NO

Is there
any excess vibration
at transmission parts
like gears?
NO

VAT20 malfunction

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Routine examination and periodical examination

Inverter requires routine and periodical examination and maintenance for a more stable and safer operation.
Refer to following table for required examination item for a more stable and safer operation.
Carry out examination after the Power LED indicator goes off for 5 minutes to prevent the maintenance
personnel injury caused by the remaining charges in the capacitor of inverter.
Maintenance
item

Maintenance
description

Examination
period
Routine

Installation site

Reconfirm environment

environment

temperature and humidity

1 Year

Examination
method
Refer to installation

Criterion
Temperature: -10~40

Countermeasure
Improve installation

instructions and measure OC Humidity: under 95% site environment

with thermometer and
without condensing
hygrometer

Check and remove any

Visual inspection

No foreign object

Visual and audio

No foreign object

flammable material nearby

Inverter

Is there any abnormal

Installation anf

vibration on the installation

grounding

site?

inspection

Is the grounding resistance

within acceptable range?
Input power

Is the voltage of the primary

source voltage

circuitry normal?

Inverter

Is the tighten parts secured?

external
terminal

Is there any sign of breakage

mounting
screw

on the terminal panel?

Tighten loose
screw

Measure resistance by

200V class under 100

multi-meter

ohm

Improve grounding

Measure voltage by

Voltage level conforming Improve input

multi-meter

specification

power source

Visual inspection. Use

No abnormality

Tighten loose screw

or return for repair

screwdriver to verify
screw tightness

Is there any obvious rusty

condition?

Internal wiring

Is it deformed or skewed?

Is the insulation of wire

of inverter

Visual inspection

No abnormality

Replace or return
for repair

broken?
Heat-sink

Is it accumulating dust or

Visual inspection

No abnormality

Clean up dust or dirt

Visual inspection

No abnormality

Clean up or replace

dirt?
PCB

Is it accumulating conductive

PCB

metal or oil stain?

Cooling fan

Is there any over-heated or

burnt component?

Is there any abnormal

vibration or noise?
Is it accumulating dust or

Visual and audio

No abnormality

Replace cooling fan

inspection

Clean up

Visual inspection

dirt?
Power

Is it accumulating dust or

component

dirt?
Examine resistance between

Visual inspection

Measure by multi-meter

each terminal

Capacitor

Is there any sign of strange

Visual inspection

odor or leakage?
Is there any sign of swelling
or bulging?

No abnormality

Clean up

No short-circuit or

Replace power

open-circuit on the
three-phase output

component or
inverter

No abnormality

Replace capacitor
or inverter

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Chapter 4. Maintenance and Peripherals

4.1. Maintenance and Examination
Frequent examination and maintenance is not required for VAT20.
To maintain appropriate reliability for a long term of time, please proceed with following periodical
examination. Remember to turn off power supply and wait till the Power LED went off before
proceed. (Due to the large amount of remaining charges in the internal capacitors.)

(1)
(2)
(3)

Clean out internal dust and dirt.

Check out mounting screws on every terminal and parts. Tighten loose screws.
Dielectric strength test
(a) Remove all conducting wires between VAT20 and outside world. Power must be turned OFF.
(b) The dielectric strength test inside VAT20 should be carried out only for VAT20 major circuitry.
Use DC 500V: high resistance meter. Measured resistance should be higher than 100M ohm.

CAUTION: Do not perform dielectric strength test to the control circuit.

L1 (R)

T1 (U)

Input power source

L2 (S)

VAT20

T2 (V)
T3 (W)

Earth terminal
DC-500V
high-resistance

Connection for dielectric strength test

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Motor

4.2. Voltage Current Measurement

The voltage and current measurement on the primary and secondary side may be different for the
reason of the instrumentation and the high frequency wave. Refer to following diagram for
measurement:

L1 (L)

S
U
P
P
L
Y

T1 (U)

V1

W1

V2

A1

W4

A4

L2
T2 (V)

W2

A2

3ph
W5

A5

W6

A6

L3 (N)
T3 (W)

W3

A3

SPEED DRIVE

V1 Moving iron type Voltmeter (

V2 Rectifier type Voltmeter (

W1 to W6 Electrodynamometer type power meter

A1 to A6 Moving iron type Ammeter (

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4.3.

Input AC Reactor Specification(1)

VAT20 Model AC Reactor(2) AC Reactor(3)

U20N0K2

ACR3A7H0

VAT20 Model

AC Reactor(2)

AC Reactor(3)

37G00204

U20X0K7

ACR3A8H1

37G00201

U20N0K4

ACR8A2H5

37G00204

U20X1K5

ACR4A5H1

37G00402

U20N0K7

ACR12A2H5

37G00401

U20X2K2

ACR6A3H4

37G00402

1ph, U20N1K5 ACR18A1H3

3ph, U20N1K5 ACR6A2H5

37G00801

1ph, U20N2K2 ACR22A0H84

3ph, U20N2K2 ACR9A1H3

37G01201

4.4.

EMI Filter (class B) Specification(1)

Model

Dimensions (mm)

Current(A)

VAT20 model

U20AF0K7

156X76X25

10A

U20AF2K2

170x221x38

U20N0K2
U20N0K4
U20N0K7
U20N1K5
U20N2K2

U20AF2K2X

171x221x38

4.5.

DIN RAIL Specification(1)

Model

Dimensions

U20AR0K7

130x72x7.5

4.6.

U20X0K7
U20X1K5
U20X2K2

VAT20 model
U20N0K2, U20N0K4, U20N0K7, U20N1K5,
U20N2K2
U20X0K7, U20X1K5, U20X2K2

Dynamic Braking resistor Specification(1)

Braking resistor(3)

1.5 / 2

Braking resistor
TLR100P200

U20N2K2

2.2 / 3

TLR75P200

DB2F22C

U20X0K7

0.75 / 1

TLR750P200

DB0F754C

U20X1K5

1.5 / 2

TLR400P200

DB2F24C

U20X2K2

2.2 / 3

TLR250P200

DB2F24C

VAT20 Model
U20N1K5

Motor kW / HP

DB2F22C

(1) All above are optional devices not included with the drive and sold separately.
(2) Optional device part numbers available in the European market
(3) Optional device part numbers available in the American market
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