Key facts
- Brand
- ABB
- Model
- ACS550-01
- Industry
- Industrial
- Documents
- 13
- Languages
- EN · ZH
- Last added
- 2012-08-07
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ABB ACS550-01 IP54 UL Type 12 Quick Start Guide
This Quick Start Guide provides a concise installation reference for the ABB ACS550-01 adjustable speed AC drive, covering preparation, mounting, wiring, and start‑up steps. It is intended for qualified electricians and assumes the user will consult the full User’s Manual for detailed safety and operational information.
The guide walks through unpacking the drive, checking motor compatibility, preparing the mounting location with required clearances, removing the front cover, mounting the drive, wiring power and control cables, performing final checks, applying power, and using the Start‑up Assistant or Basic Control Panel to configure the drive for operation.
ABB ACS550-01 specifications
| Power range | 0.75–160 kW |
|---|---|
| Enclosure rating | IP54 / UL Type 12 |
| Input voltage rating | 208–240 V AC, 380–480 V AC, 500–600 V AC |
| Required mounting clearance | 200 mm (8 in) above and below |
| Motor compatibility requirement | Motor type, nominal current, frequency and voltage must match drive specifications |
All ABB ACS550-01 documents by type
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
- ABB ACS550-PC/PD Packaged Drive with Disconnect Supplement to ACS550-01/U1 User Manual
- ABB ACS550-CC Packaged Drive with Bypass Supplement for ACS550-01/U1 Drives User Manual
- ABB Userís Manual ACS550-01 Drives (0.75Ö132 kW) ACS550-U1 Drives (1Ö200 hp)
- ABB ACS550-01/U1 Drive User Manual 320 p
- ABB ACS550-01 frequency transformer control frequency transformer user manual
- ABB ACS550-01 frequency transformer (0.75...90 kW) user manual 133 p
- ABB ACS550-01 frequency transformer (0.75...90 kW) user manual1 179 p
- ABB ACS550-01 Frequency Transformer User Manual 178 p
- ABB ACS550-01 Frequency Converter User Manual 178 p
The shortest path to a working setup, usually only a few pages.
Questions answered in these manuals
Which EMC directive does the ACS550-01 comply with?
It complies with the EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.
From: ABB Declarations of Conformity EMC 89/336/EEC for ACS550-01 Manual
Who issued the Declaration of Conformity for the ACS550-01?
The declaration was issued by ABB Oy, Helsinki, Finland.
From: ABB Declarations of Conformity EMC 89/336/EEC for ACS550-01 Manual
Who is allowed to install the ACS550‑01 drive?
The ACS550 should only be installed by a qualified electrician.
What clearance is required around the drive for proper cooling?
A free space of 200 mm (8 in) above and below the drive is required.
Who is allowed to install the ACS550‑01?
Only a qualified electrician should install the ACS550‑01.
What torque should be used for tightening the mounting screws?
Use the specified tightening torques, for example R1 and R2 require 1.4 N·m.
