This document is the programming manual for the Altivar 71 variable frequency drive. It provides detailed information on the drive's features and how to use it.
The Altivar 71 programming manual provides detailed instructions for configuring, programming and maintaining the variable speed drive. It includes safety warnings, factory‑default settings and step‑by‑step procedures for power‑up, language selection and menu navigation.
The document covers all programming menus (SIMPLY START, MONITORING, SETTINGS, MOTOR CONTROL, INPUT/OUTPUT, etc.), describes new software enhancements, fault management options and maintenance tasks. It also lists application‑specific function tables for hoisting, elevators, handling, packing, textiles, wood processing and high‑inertia machines.
| Default motor frequency | 50 Hz |
|---|---|
| Maximum output frequency | 1600 Hz |
| Switching frequency | 2.5 kHz or 4 kHz (depending on drive rating) |
| Motor thermal current | Rated drive current |
| Standstill injection braking current | 0.7 × rated drive current for 0.5 s |
Select the SIMPLY START (SIM‑) menu, choose language if a graphic display is present, and configure basic parameters such as motor frequency, torque limits and start/stop settings directly from this menu.