Rockwell Automation PowerFlex 40 Adjustable Frequency AC Drive Quick Start Guide

This guide summarizes the basic steps for installing, starting up, and programming the Rockwell Automation PowerFlex 40 Adjustable Frequency AC Drive (FRN…


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Brand
Rockwell Automation
Category
Motor
Document type
Quick Start Guide
Language
English
Pages
22
File format
PDF
File size
1.1 MB
Published
14 October, 2026
Updated
14 October, 2026
MD5 checksum
9911F86C05F3FDFD7BE6495F7542A92D

About this manual

This document serves as a Quick Start guide for the Rockwell Automation PowerFlex 40 Adjustable Frequency AC Drive, specifically models with frame numbers FRN 5.xx through 6.xx. It is intended strictly for qualified drive service personnel and summarizes the essential procedures required to install, start-up, and program the unit.

The guide provides critical safety precautions regarding high voltage capacitors and electrostatic discharge (ESD), along with specific mounting considerations such as orientation, clearance requirements, and ambient temperature limits. It also details electrical ratings for various input/output configurations and includes instructions for removing MOV jumpers on ungrounded distribution systems.

What's inside

  • General Precautions
  • Mounting Considerations
  • Ambient Operating Temperatures
  • Fuses and Circuit Breakers
  • Input/Output Ratings
  • Power Terminal Block Specifications
  • Protective Features

Specifications

Output Frequency Range0-400 Hz (Programmable)
Typical Efficiency97.5%
Digital Control Input Current6mA
SRC Mode Voltage ON/OFF18-24V = ON, 0-6V = OFF
SNK Mode Voltage ON/OFF0-6V = ON, 18-24V = OFF
Analog Input Impedance (4-20mA)250 ohm

Frequently asked questions

What personnel are qualified to use this guide?

This information is intended for qualified drive service personnel only.

How long must one wait after removing mains supply before working on the drive?

One must wait three minutes for capacitors to discharge to safe voltage levels.

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