Schneider Altivar 61 Programming Manual

About this manual

This manual explains how to set up, program, and service the Altivar 61 variable speed drive. It includes safety warnings, installation prerequisites, and detailed guidance on using the integrated graphic display terminal.

The document also describes software enhancements up to version V2.1, new parameters such as REGEN CONNECTION, and expanded voltage and power ranges. Step‑by‑step procedures cover power‑up, language selection, motor parameter configuration, auto‑tuning, and fault management.

What's inside

• Before you begin
• Software enhancements
• Steps for setting up the drive
• Parameter tables and access
• Fault management
• Display configuration
• Maintenance

Specifications

Frequently asked questions

What safety steps must be taken before servicing the Altivar 61?

Disconnect all power, place a “DO NOT TURN ON” label, lock the disconnect, wait 15 minutes for the DC bus capacitors to discharge, and verify the DC bus voltage is less than 42 V.

How can the drive be reset without turning it off?

Use the Product reset (rP) menu or the Product reset assign (PA) menu to re‑initialize the drive while it remains powered.

What new parameter was added in software version V2.1 for energy regeneration?

The REGEN CONNECTION (AFE) parameter was introduced to return braking energy to the mains and reduce harmonics.