Motortronics Training 2012

Korakot PHOTJANASUNTORN 1/95
Motortronics MVC Plus Product Training

Startup, Operation & Service Session
A INTRODUCTION & OBJECTIVES OF SESSION
B MVC PLUS DESCRIPTION
C MVC PLUS FUNCTIONS - PROGRAMMING
D COMMISSIONING
E TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE
F PROGRAMMING EXERCISE
G CONCLUSION

ObjectivesMVC
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A Product Training
D COMMISSIONING
G CONCLUSION

INTRODUCTION
Who Am I, & Who Are You?
What Do I Do ?
What Services Do You Typically Provide For Your

Company (Sales, Field Service, Maintenance)?
Have You Already Worked With A Motortronics

MVC Plus Soft Starter?
What Do You Expect To Gain From This Session?

OBJECTIVES FOR THIS COURSE WORK
After Completion Of This Training Session,
Attendees Should Be Able To:
Describe The Functions And Typical Field Applications
Of An MVC Plus Medium Voltage Soft Starter
Identify Key Components Of The Soft Starter

Define Input Connections & Default Settings
Successfully Commission An MVC Plus Soft Starter
Troubleshoot An MVC Plus Soft Starter
Find Needed Information In The Support Documentation

ObjectivesMVC
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B Product Training
A INTRODUCTION & OBJECTIVES OF THIS SESSION
D COMMISSIONING
G CONCLUSION

Abbreviations Used In This Presentation
CPU Central Processing Unit MVSS Medium Voltage Soft

DCU Digital Control Unit Starter
FLA Full Load Amperes OL Over Load
FLC Full Load Current RTD Resistance-Temperature
GTO Gate Turn Off Device
HMI Human Machine Interface RVAT Reduced Voltage
Autotransformer
HP Horse Power
SCR Silicon Controlled
IGBT Insulated Gate Bipolar Rectifier (Thyristor)
Transistor
SF Service Factor
LRA Locked Ramp Amperes
RVSS Reduced Voltage Soft
MOV Metal Oxide Varistor Starter
MVSS Medium Voltage Soft TCB Terminal & Control Board
Starter

Soft Starter - Basic Features
Main Fuses Isolation Switch (Disconnector)
Medium Voltage Provides Isolation Of Soft Starter
R-Style Motor From Power Supply
Protection Fuses
Vacuum Isolation Contactor
Provides Start Sequence To
SCR Stack Assembly
Isolated Low Voltage Control

CPT & PT SCR Stack With I2t Overload
Transformers Provides Voltage Ramp And
Supply Control Advanced Protection Features
Power And SCR
Firing Detection Vacuum Bypass Contactor
Bypasses SCRS When Motor
Reaches Full Speed

The MVC PLUS - Defined
The MVC Plus Incorporates A Complete Reduced Voltage Soft Starter System
Within a NEMA 12R Drip-Proof Enclosure.
Reduced Voltage Solid-State Devices (SCRs) Vary The Amount Of The AC
Sine Wave Sent To The Motor.
The MVC Plus Accelerates And Decelerates A Motor By Limiting The Current
Through Voltage Phase Angle Control.
Once The Motor Is At Full Voltage, The Soft Starting System Is Bypassed With
A Contactor.
Medium Voltage Soft Starters Are NOT Variable Speed Drives And Do Not
Have The Functionality Of A Drive. They Are NOT Cheap Drives!
Power Network
Main Contactor
Protection Soft Starter Motor Load
Bypass Contactor

Goals Beyond Simple On & Off Starting
Protect The Motor And Load

Reduce Mechanical Stress
Limit Starting Current
Reduce Stress On The Electrical Grid
Reduce Electrical System Disturbance
Provide Soft Stopping
Meter & Record
Communicate

MVC PLUS Metering Features
10 Current Based Metering Functions

6 Status Screens
Recorder for 60 Events with Time / Date Stamp
29 RTD Option Screens
Voltage Monitoring Functions
Including Line Voltage, Frequency, PF, kW, kW Demand,
kVAR, kVAR Demand, kWH, kVA, kVA Demand.
Statistical Data Capture With Demand Reset

Human / Machine Interface
Full Digital Control

LCD Operator
Interface
Non-Volatile Memory
Digital Sequencer
Ensures Proper
Contactor Sequence
Fiber-Optic Isolation
(Operator Protection)
Metering Functions
RS-422 Comunication
Buss Between COM
Board And CPU Board

MVC PLUS Medium Voltage Soft
Starter Applications
Pump Ball Mill
Blower Rod Mill
Compressor Conveyor
Chiller Power Conversion
Fans HVAC
Chipper Shredder
Other Applications

Description Of Solid State Devices
Input Several types of electrical devices can be used to manipulate power
These devices are based on semi-conductor principles
When used in industry, they are normally referred to as Power
Gate
Electronics
Output
Diodes have no gate input to control them. They simply

allow current to flow in one direction and block current
flowing from the opposite direction. The net output with an
Diode Output AC input is a sine wave.
SCRs (Silicon Controlled Rectifier) have a gate input used to

turn them on but then act like a diode. They cannot turn off
until the AC current reverses direction in the next
alternation of the sine wave. Like a diode, they only work in
one direction. Motor soft starters use SCRs almost
SCR Output exclusively.
GTO (Gate Turn Off) SCRs, IGBTs (Insulated Gate Bipolar

Transistors) and similar devices can be turned on and off to
create output waveforms independent of the zero crossing
point of the half alternation of the sine wave. These devices
work similar to the control valves of a fluid pumping system
(On/Off). Like diodes and SCRs, they also only work in one
GTO Output
direction.

Solid State Devices SCR Function
input
To create an electrical device that can function on

gate
both halves of the sine wave, two devices are
needed, one for each direction.
gate Each gate drive needs to be electrically isolated
since they are at completely different potentials in
Output relation to the cathodes of the SCRs.
input We can turn an SCR on at some point before the

Output
current zero crossing point of the sine wave. When
the current of the alternation of the sine wave
crosses the zero point, the SCR will turn off. In order
for the SCR to conduct for the next alternation, the
SCR must have a gate signal applied again before
Waveform Direction the next zero crossing point.
SCR Switching
Dampened By DV/DT The SCR output is typically coupled to a
Input (RC) Network DV/DT (RC) network to help reduce voltage
R
switching transients. DV/DT networks are
important because they help eliminate
c
false triggering of SCRs.
Output

SCR Control Assembly
Phase A [L1] Phase B [L2] Phase C [L3]
Input Input Input
Gate Drive
Computerized
Controller
DV/DT DV/DT DV/DT
Current / Temp /
Voltage Feedback
Phase A [T1] Phase B [T2] Phase C [T3]

Output Output Output
Looking at a whole system as a unit, each phase of the medium voltage power
supply connects to its own SCR Stack Assembly. The Digital Control Unit (DCU)
controls the gate drive outputs in order to turn the SCRs on based on detecting the
point where the current sine wave crosses the zero horizon.
This is a very basic block diagram an SCR control system, but is a good
representation of its fundamental operation.

Rugged Gate Firing Circuit
Auto-Synchronizing To Line
Independent Phase Tracking
Best Sensing Circuit For Generator Power
Measure Measure Measure Measure Measure Measure
Fire Fire Fire Fire Fire Fire

Rugged Gate Firing Circuit
Competition Uses A Cheaper System
Measure Once (Bet You Can Guess The Rest!)
Susceptible To Frequency Drift, Noise
Measure Once
Phase Locked Loop Firing: Fire Fire Fire

6 Pulses From One Signal

Hockey Puck Style SCR
Informational Purposes ONLY
SCRs Will Not Be Examined At This Level In The Field
Anode
Cathode
Gate

Typical MVC PLUS SCR Stack Assembly
This SCR stack assembly is the lowest level that may be replaced at
customer site.
Field service representatives will not be required to replace SCRs within

this assembly in the field due to SCR matching requirements, specialty
tooling and the specific compressive forces needed to properly clamp
the SCRs into an assembly.
SCR

Soft Starter Medium Voltage Compartment
DV/DT Boards
The DV/DT Boards are used to reduce voltage transients across the stack assemblies
MOV (Metal Oxide Varistor) Boards
The primary function of the MOV Boards are to protect the Gate-to-Cathode interface
within each individual SCR.
Temp/CT Boards
Provides SCR temperature and 3-phase current data to the DCU
Gate Drive Boards
Sends firing control signals to the SCRs
DV/DT Boards
MOV Boards
Temp/CT Board
Gate Drive Boards

MVC PLUS Electrical Isolation Diagram
= MV
Magnetic = 120V
Isolation = 28V
= Fiber Optic
Gate Sensing
Drive Systems
LV
Optical Controls
MTR Isolation

Fiber Optics - Description
Introducing the Light Source
In a fiber optic cable, as light is introduced
into the end of the fiber at an angle that is
directly in line with its axis, the light is guided
through the core to the opposite end. Due to
its design, the fiber acts as an optical
waveguide, bouncing the 660 nanometer
(optical red) light at equal distances off of its
walls.
Internal Reflection
When a ray of light (at the correct wavelength) is introduced
into the fiber-optic cable, it bounces down its length, striking
the core-to-cladding surface at an angle that will reflect it back
into the core. If the angle of reflection is correct, the reflected
light continues to be reflected down the length of the fiber
with minimal loss.

Construction

Cladding - A Semi-Reflective Material

MVC PLUS - Fiber Optics Facts
1000 micron (1 millimeter) diameter core
Plastic Optical Fiber (POF)
Cladding is a semi-reflective coating on the core
660 nanometer wavelength, optical red light
Not a laser, will not damage eyesight
1 megabit maximum transmission rate, actual signal is 250 kHz max
Maximum 1 kilometer transmission length, less than 4 meters (per fiber

length) in RVSS
SCR firing transmitters are 10mm water-clear LEDs (Light Emitting

Diodes) mounted on the Main Board

MVC PLUS Controller - Additional Features
3 Level Non-Volatile Memory System

High speed RAM for system operation
EPROM for Factory Settings and Defaults
EEPROM for User Settings
No battery backup required for user settings
Real Time Clock

Used in protection and metering
10+ year battery backup

MVC PLUS Controller - Communications
RS485 Modbus RTU Built-In
RS232 Windows Based Programming / Monitor Program

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MVC PLUS Setpoint Page 1
Where To Input Motor Nameplate Data
These Settings Include Data Used By The CPU For Motor

Thermal Capacity Modeling
Motor FLA And Service Factor Are Governed By (SF x FLA)

Calculation For Unit Maximum Current In Setpoint Page 13
(More Information Later)

Basic Overload Protection - Start Up (& Run)
NEMA / UL Pre-Programmed O/L Trip Curves
Class 5 Through Class 30
600
100
Seconds
Class 30
Class 20
10
100% 400% 600% Class 10
%FLA

Motor Starting, Deceleration And Ramp Type Settings
Most Starting Situations Require Only VOLTAGE RAMP With CURRENT LIMIT
Starting Profile
The INITIAL VOLTAGE Setting Is Used To Move The Rotor From A Standstill
And Nothing More
The RAMP TIME Setting Is An Approach Vector Between INITIAL VOLTAGE

Setting And CURRENT LIMIT Setting. A Long RAMP TIME Setting Delays The
Time For The MVC Plus To Settle Into CURRENT LIMIT Mode
The CURRENT LIMIT Setting Is Where The Real Work Begins. The Maximum
Power (Setpoint Limited) That Is Applied To The Motor When The MVC Plus Is
Operating In CURRENT LIMIT. If The Starter Trips On Acceleration Time Trip,
Increase CURRENT LIMIT To Reduce The Starting Time

Typical Starting Profile
Voltage Ramp With Current Limit
Initial Voltage - Setpoint 2.3.V1
Ramp Time - Setpoint 2.3.V2
Current Limit - Setpoint 2.3.V3
VOLTS / CURRENT LIMIT

AMPS RAMP TIME
AT
INITIAL VOLTAGE SPEED
TIME

Advanced Ramp Features
Ramp Features
Voltage Ramp w/ Current Limit
Current Limit / Current Step
Closed Loop Current / Torque Ramp
Tach. Feedback Speed Ramp
Custom Ramp Profiling
Dual Ramps
Pump Control / Deceleration

Dual Ramp - Soft Start
Start Ramp 1 Selected
Ramp 1 - Voltage Ramp w/

Current Limit
Current Limit Setting
Ramp
Start Full Speed
Current Level Held to
Ramp Current Limit overrides
Limit Setting
Time Ramp Time

Dual Ramp - Near ATL
Start Ramp 2 Selected
Ramp 2 - Loaded Restart,

Near Across-the-Line
Almost Full-Voltage Start, No Ramp Time
High Current Near Full-Torque Starting

Uses For Dual Ramp Profiles
Loaded Restart After a Power outage
Conveyors, Crushers
Higher Torque for Occasional Starting
Requirements
Specialized Machinery
Design C Motors
Two-Speed Motors (To Start At Either Speed)

Shorted Load Protection During Start
Toe-in-the-Water Circuit
First 1/4 second of ramp time
Checks rate of current rise
Prevents collateral damage
MOTOR VOLTS
CURRENT Trip
Initial Torque
Start Setting
1/4 Second

Flexible Deceleration - Pump Control
Allows Full Adjustment
Independent of Acceleration Ramp
Automatic Stop Level - Prevents excessive
heating in the motor
Start Ramp Run Begin Decel Stop
Valve Closes Here

Voltage
Torque (Coast)

Pump Control - Hydraulic System Problems
Trapping the kinetic energy of moving water causes

WATER HAMMER
Check valves keep head pressure from pushing fluids
backwards into the pump
VALVE CLOSED
PUMPOFF
PUMP ON
PUMP FLOW HEAD PRESSURE

Trapping the kinetic energy of moving water causes

WATER HAMMER
Check valves keep head pressure from pushing fluids
backwards into the pump.
VALVE OPENS
PUMP ON
PUMP FLOW HEAD PRESSURE

PUMP PRESSURE / FLOW

VALVE CLOSES
PUMP OFF
PUMP FLOW` HEAD PRESSURE

Trapping the kinetic energy of moving water causes WATER
HAMMER
When the pump suddenly stops, flow reverses until check valve closes.
The energy of the back-flowing water is trapped, creating a SHOCK WAVE
traveling at the speed of sound
Liquids dont compress, so energy is forced onto piping, fittings and seals
VALVE CLOSES
PUMP OFF

Controlled Deceleration can reduce Water Hammer
Reduced pump pressure closes valves more slowly,
at near-neutral pressure
Kinetic energy is slowly dissipated
Shock wave is not created
VALVE
VALVEOPEN
VALVE CLOSING
CLOSED
PUMP
SOFT OFF
PUMPSTOP
ON

Phase and Ground Detection Settings
All Trip and Alarm Settings can be

enabled / disabled and Values for Trip /
Alarm are programmed here *
* With the exception of Acceleration Time

Trip Setting located in Setpoint Page 8
and RTD / Thermal Capacity Alarm
Settings in Setpoint Page 12

Electrical Protection Features
Over Voltage
Under Voltage
Frequency Window
Phase Current Loss
Phase Current Imbalance
Shorted Load Protection
Zero Sequence Ground Fault Option

Load Protection
Over Current
Jam relay, electronic shear pin
Under Current
Load loss, broken belt, loss of prime
Phase Sequence
ABC, ACB, or Disabled
Anti-Oscillation Control
Prevents surging in pump systems

Output Relay Assignments.
Up to 3 Relays can be assigned per Trip / Alarm function.
Dedicated Relays
Aux 1 = Trip
Aux 2 = Alarm
Aux 3 = Run Indication When current is above 7% of programmed FLA
Aux 4 = Bypass Contactor

Output Relay Configuration.
Output Relays can be assigned for failsafe and whether Latched

or Not.
Aux 1 (Trip) must be Latched.
First 4 Relays are pre-assigned from the factory.
Relays 5 8 can be assigned to Trip / Alarm functions and wired

as needed.

User Input / Output Configuration.
4-20 mA Tachometer Input.
4-20 mA Analog Outputs 1 & 2.
4 Programmable External Input Trip Channels

Programmable Input / Output Features
120V Inputs
2 wire or 3 wire control, external trip.
1 Analog Tachometer Input

4-20mA signal. The pickup for the signal generator to the starter must be at
least 4 pulses/rotation from the motor shaft.
4 Programmable External Input Trip Channels
1, 3 & 4 are for Factory Use Only. This is a +5VDC loop. Use dry contacts
only, do not apply AC power to this loop.
8 Digital Outputs
Each can be assigned to alarms and/or trips
Not used in Start/Stop circuit
2ea 4-20ma Analog Outputs
Programmable for RMS Current, % Motor Load, Bearing Temperature, Stator
Temperature, or RPM

Custom Acceleration Curve.
3 Separate Curves - A, B & C.
8 Programmable Steps Voltage and

Duration for each step.
Maximum Current Threshold Set point.

Custom Ramp Profiles
3 Programmable Custom Curves
8 Data Points in Each
Enter Voltage, Current, Time
Match ramp profile to practically any application

3 Overload Protection Choices During Start-up
Basic Overload Protection for Start (& Run)

Programmable overload Class 5 30

Measured Start Capacity
I2t thermal capacity from data
Learned Curve Protection

Starter learns from recorded data

Measured Start Capacity For Start Up
Uses basic overload curve as programmed
User enters maximum I2t value from motor
manufacturer or commissioning data
Basic curve is altered
Matches motor more closely
Measured I2t Area Under Curve protection

capacity
Class 20 I2t curve
Overload Protection Benefits
Provides Trip Free Overload (No over-ride)
Cannot be defeated by cycling power
Not all solid state overloads do this!
Prevents Motor Damage
Protection from careless operators.

2 Overload Protection Choices During Run
Basic Overload Protection

Run Overload is programmed the same as for Starting
Custom (Modified) Curve

Overload Protection - During Run
Custom (Modified) Curve Protection
Begin with Class 5 through Class 30
Program 2 data points
Locked rotor amps (LRA) and trip time
Creates a Custom Curve by modifying the Basic curve
600
Class 20 Curve:
100
LRA= 600%
Time = 20 sec.
Seconds
Modified Curve
Example:
New LRA = 400%
10
Time = 25 sec. 100% 400% 600% %FLA

Learned Curve Protection For Start-Up
Starter placed in Learn Mode
CPU samples I/t data points
Time slice programmable from 1-300 sec.
Learned curve is stored and compared at each start.
500
400
300
% of Nameplate FLA
200
100
0
e
m
Ti

Duty Cycle Protection
Coast Down Lockout Timer

Back spin lockout
Starts-per-Hour Lockout
Time-Between-Starts Lockout

Coast Down Lockout Timer
Backspin Lockout
Keeps motor from restarting while spinning
Run Time Coast Down Time
On
Begin
Off
Start Timing Stop Start Start

Duty Cycle Protection
Starts-per-Hour Lockout Timer

Prevents Short Cycle motor damage
Time Between Starts Lockout
Minimum time before start attempts
(used with Starts / Hour lockout)
Starts / Hour
Lockout
Time Between Time Between Time Between (if set at 3)
Starts Starts Starts
Start Start Start Start Start Start Start

Up To 12 Flexible RTD Inputs Configurable for any RTD type.
RTD Biasing of Thermal Register.
RTD Voting.
Max Temp Recording RTD Option Card

Front Bearing (Cu)
Stator A1 (Pt)
Stator B1 (Pt)
Stator C1 (Pt)
Back Bearing (Cu) CPU
Ambient (Ni)
Stator C2 (Pt)
Stator B2 (Pt)
Stator A1 (Pt)
Bearing Box (Cu)
Field Installable - See Instructions Oil Reservoir
for RTD calibration Spare

Security / Passwords
Factory Level 2 Password = 100 - One with two zeros.
Factory Level 3 Password = 1000 - One with three zeros.
Password for Setpoint Page 13 (Factory Setting) is not

documented.
Level 2 & 3 Passwords can be changed. If customer forgets

his password, only Factory Password will regain control.

Communications Settings
Modbus Baud Rate and Addressing.
RS232 Baud Rate.
RS485 (Modbus) Channel is pipelined over RS422 (Display)

Channel. Polling too much or too fast can cause Wait To
Communicate to be displayed.

System Set points
Setup Default Screen Display during Run.
Thermal Register Setup.
RTD Failure Alarm Settings.
Thermal Register Alarm Settings.
Clear Thermal Register.

Custom Motor Overload Protection
Motor Thermal Modeling
With retentive memory
Dynamic Reset Capacity

With True Time cooling rates
Dual Protection Modes

Separate settings for Start & Run
Example: Class 30 for starting and Class 10 for running
Great for long haul conveyor applications

Thermal Register
In processor memory
Mathematical representation of the motor
Created from Nameplate Data
Adjusts to starting / running conditions
Dual Use
Warning and/or tripping

Retentive Thermal Memory
CPU
Tracks the motors thermal state
Records thermal state when power fails
Automatically stored in non-volatile memory
EEPROM, no batteries needed
Returns to normal on power-up
Re-calibrates for elapsed off-time

Example:
0%
(Over Load)
Cooling Rate
25% while Running
Thermal
Register
Thermalin
50%
Non Volatile
Capacity used
Remaining
Memory
inThermal
Starting
75%
Capacity
100%
(Cold)

Retentive Thermal Memory With Real Time Clock
Example:
0%
(Over Load)
Power Fail!
25%
Thermal Cooling Rate
Register
Thermalin while Off
50% Power Restored
Non Volatile
Capacity used
Recalculated
inMemory
Starting
Remaining
75%
Thermal
Capacity
100%
(Cold)

Benefits
Makes Full Use of Motor Data
Takes advantage of quicker cooling
Eliminates Guess Work or Compromises

Helps prevent premature restarting and failed starts

CPU Learns the Motor and Load
Records Thermal Capacity Needed

Averages previous successful starts
Inhibits Reset
Until enough thermal capacity is recovered

Example:
0% Cooling
(Over Load) Rate
While 10% Remaining
Off
From
25% Over Load
Thermal
Trip RESET
Thermalin
Register
Running
50% Capacity used
Non
Overload
Volatile No Reset until 90%
in Successful
Memory
Start remaining based on
75% capacity used in
previous successful
100% start.
(Cold)

True Time Cool-Down Rates
Non-linear rate of cooling
Based on Thermal Model values
Accounts for extra convection
Hot motors cool more quickly at first
Cooling rate slows as it cools
High Typical OL Relay

Cool Down Rate
Motor
Temp
True Time
Low
Variable Cool Rate Cooling Rate
Benefits Dynamic Reset Capacity
Avoids Exhausting Starts/Hour Rating

Prevents having to wait longer for reset
Takes the guesswork away from the operator
Saves Operating Costs

Helps prevent motor damage
Decreases downtime

Unit Factory Settings
Password for Setpoint Page 13 = 48562

(Not Documented).
Unit Maximum Current Use SF X FLA calculation to enable

correct settings in Setpoint Page 1.
Phase CT Primary Ratio Value of CTs located inside of red

box in MVC Plus enclosure. Set from the factory.
Ground CT Primary Ratio Setting.
PT / VT Primary Ratio Setting.

MVC PLUS Setpoint Page 13 - Continued
Sync Bypass Close Sets triggering of bypass contactor - Firing

Angle and/or Current Drop Off.
Bypass Drop Out Delay Programmable delay for the opening of

bypass contactor after stopping.
Bypass Discrepancy Not used, Future Option.
Shunt Trip Not Used, Future Option.
Starter Settings Offset adjustment factors to correct current &

voltage limit output during starting. Not normally accessed.
Tachometer Input Offset Adjustment factors for compensation.

MVC PLUS Setpoint Page 13 - Continued
Analog Outputs 1 &2 Offset Programmable output control.
RTD Calibration Refer to procedure
Short Circuit Limit Adjustment and Delay.
Reset all relays No longer needed.
Factory Reset Refer to Factory Reset Procedure.

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MVC PLUS - Service Manual Documents
Tab 1 Theory of Operation How The MVC Plus Works
Tab 2 MVC Plus Manual Soft Starter Document
Tab 3 Electrical Drawings Soft Starter Kit Drawings
Tab 4 Application Information Common Issues Seen In The Field
Tab 5 Communications MODBUS RTU Using RS-485
Tab 6 Service Procedures Alignments And Adjustments
Tab 7 RTD Data Sheets Temp / Resistance Maps

MVC PLUS Commissioning
Final Inspection Before Start Up
Collect Data for Set Point Programming
Collect Nameplate Data from: Motor, Transformer, Load, Gearbox
Medium voltage cable Hi-Pot tests performed and successful
Check all control wiring
Verify all connections, fuses, current transformer circuit
Verify that all protective & timing relays have been set
With disconnect switch closed, verify MV door cannot be opened
Verify LV compartment plugs are connected
Verify that all insulating barriers are clean & dry
Inspect the equipment for loose parts, litter, tools
Review any key interlocking schemes
Verify that all barriers and doors are secured

The Misunderstood MVC PLUS
Due to a lack of understanding, the MVC Plus is the first thing to be
blamed when something doesnt seem to work right during
commissioning
Many times, the end-user has to be educated in order to become

comfortable with the MVC PLUS. Primarily, the end-user needs to realize
that the MVC PLUS does not make power. It works similar to a fluid
control valve, slowly building up voltage and current to the motor
If the system power is weak and the voltage drops so low as to reduce the
Motor Torque below the Load Torque, the system will not come up to
rated speed
TRANSFORMER
? MOTOR LOAD

MVC PLUS - 3 Dimensional Box Theory
Motor Torque produced is proportional to both

the Field and Rotor Voltages. This means that
Motor Torque is proportional to the square of the
Motor Terminal Voltage
The system will never make it to rated speed if not

enough torque is available from the motor to
overcome the Load Torque
The box beside can be manipulated, but the
VOLTS
MOTOR Amount of Output must create sufficient Motor
Torque
TORQUE
AMPS
TIME

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MVC PLUS - Troubleshooting Outline
Most troubleshooting is done primarily with the supplied MVC

Plus Service Manual and the Soft Starter drawings
Hands-on troubleshooting with an actual MVC Plus chassis

unit will be performed later

Troubleshooting & Maintenance - SCR Test Procedure
When the condition of the SCRs is suspected, a resistance check can be
performed on the SCR heat sink assemblies in the right-hand cabinet to confirm if
they have been damaged. This test is to be performed on each individual
assembly per phase (there are 3 SCR heat sink assemblies per phase).
Note: Allow 15 minutes after shutdown for the stack assembly DV/DT
networks to discharge any stored DC voltages.
Refer to the image to the right for test connection references.
Test To Perform Ohm Meter Reading Test Result

From Position A to Position B Greater than 10K Ohm Pass
Less than 10K Ohm Fail
From Position B to Position C Greater than 10K Ohm Pass
Less than 10K Ohm Fail
Gate (G) to Cathode (K) for each SCR 8 to 100 Ohms Pass (Typical 8 to 20 Ohms)
Less than 8 or greater than 100 Ohms Fail

Fiber Optic Troubleshooting - Connectors
Be sure to check all connections and block

orientations as shown.
Ensure all fiber-optic connectors are fully

seated in their proper assemblies on the
circuit boards (SCR Stack Assembly).
Ensure indexing dot in the fiber-optic block

is placed over the white silk-screened mark
on the Main Board.

Fiber Optic Troubleshooting Bend Radius
Minimum bend radius of the optical fiber

used in the Limitamp MVC Plus is 2
[51mm].
If a bend radius is too small, the fiber core

will have tiny cracks on the outer portion of
radius.
Straightening a fiber after too tight of a bend

has been made will not fix it.

Fiber Optic Troubleshooting Heat Damage
The clear fiber optic core has a
lower melting point than the
jacket
Heat damage can cause a

minor distortion or slight
swelling that is barely visible
on the surface of the jacket
Melted / Swelled
Fiber Optic Cables The damage can be felt with
From Heat Shrinking the fingers, simply by pinching
Wire Markers Near fiber lightly between index
Fiber Optic Harness finger & thumb, then drag
fingers North/South, East/West
down length of fiber
Use caution when routing

fibers through starter and
around circuit boards

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MVC PLUS Setpoint Programming Exercise
Refer To Programming Exercise Presentation

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E TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE

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B MVC PLUS DESCRIPTION

C MVC PLUS FUNCTIONS - PROGRAMMING

E TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE

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What Services Do You Typically Provide For Your

Have You Already Worked With A Motortronics

What Do You Expect To Gain From This Session?

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Identify Key Components Of The Soft Starter

Find Needed Information In The Support Documentation

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B MVC PLUS DESCRIPTION

C MVC PLUS FUNCTIONS - PROGRAMMING

E TROUBLESHOOTING & MAINTENANCE

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CPU Central Processing Unit MVSS Medium Voltage Soft

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Isolated Low Voltage Control

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Protection Soft Starter Motor Load

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Protect The Motor And Load

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10 Current Based Metering Functions

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Full Digital Control

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Diodes have no gate input to control them. They simply

SCRs (Silicon Controlled Rectifier) have a gate input used to

GTO (Gate Turn Off) SCRs, IGBTs (Insulated Gate Bipolar

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To create an electrical device that can function on

input We can turn an SCR on at some point before the

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DV/DT DV/DT DV/DT

Phase A [T1] Phase B [T2] Phase C [T3]

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Fire Fire Fire Fire Fire Fire

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Phase Locked Loop Firing: Fire Fire Fire

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Field service representatives will not be required to replace SCRs within

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Plastic Optical Fiber (POF)

Cladding is a semi-reflective coating on the core

660 nanometer wavelength, optical red light

Not a laser, will not damage eyesight

1 megabit maximum transmission rate, actual signal is 250 kHz max

Maximum 1 kilometer transmission length, less than 4 meters (per fiber

SCR firing transmitters are 10mm water-clear LEDs (Light Emitting