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Schneider Altivar 21W Simplified Manual
The Schneider Altivar 21W simplified manual provides essential safety information, handling instructions, and step‑by‑step procedures for installing, wiring, and configuring the drive. It emphasizes the need for qualified personnel, proper grounding, and precautions before energising the unit.
Key sections cover important safety symbols, pre‑installation checks, mounting, power and control terminal connections, wiring diagrams, and basic programming. The guide also includes North‑American UL/CSA requirements and specifications for motor power and voltage ranges. This manual is written in French.
Schneider Altivar 21 specifications
| Power range | 0.75 to 7.5 kW |
|---|---|
| Voltage options | 200 V and 480 V, single‑phase or three‑phase |
| Weight (unit only) | 7,000 g to 10,950 g |
| Power consumption (0.75 kW unit) | 55 W |
| Power consumption (max) | 291 W |
| Recycling rate | more than 96 % |
| Packaging weight | 165 g (cardboard only) |
| Battery presence | None |
Source: Schneider Altivar 21 0.75 to 7.5 kW - IP54 range Manual
All Schneider Altivar 21 documents by type
- Schneider Altivar 21 0.75 to 7.5 kW - IP54 range Manual 4 p
- Schneider Altivar 21 11 to 18.5 kW - IP54 range Manual 4 p
- Schneider Electric Altivar 21 Product Environmental Profile 4 p
- Schneider Electric Altivar 21 22‑75 kW IP20 Range Product Environmental Profile 4 p
- Schneider Electric Altivar 21 Product Environmental Profile 4 p
Disassembly, diagnostics and part numbers, for repair.
Day-to-day operation, settings and troubleshooting. Start here if the product is already set up.
Mounting, wiring and first power-up. Read it before the hardware goes in.
Instruction set, parameters and examples for configuring or programming the device.
Questions answered in these manuals
What is the power consumption of the Altivar 21 0.75 kW unit?
The 0.75 kW Altivar 21 unit consumes 55 W of electrical power.
From: Schneider Altivar 21 0.75 to 7.5 kW - IP54 range Manual
What recycling rate can be expected for the Altivar 21 range?
The Altivar 21 range can achieve a recycling rate of more than 96 % for its constituent materials.
From: Schneider Altivar 21 0.75 to 7.5 kW - IP54 range Manual
What is the power consumption range of the Altivar 21 11 kW unit?
It varies from 430 W to 603 W.
From: Schneider Altivar 21 11 to 18.5 kW - IP54 range Manual
How much does the Altivar 21 range weigh?
Products weigh between 30,300 g and 61,900 g.
From: Schneider Altivar 21 11 to 18.5 kW - IP54 range Manual
What safety step must be taken before servicing the ALTIVAR 21 end‑of‑life?
All power must be removed and a 15‑minute waiting period observed before any servicing.
From: Schneider ALTIVAR 21 0.75-18.5kW IP20 End-of-Life Instructions Manual
Which component in the ALTIVAR 21 may cause electrical shock during end‑of‑life treatment?
The ATV21 contains electrolytic capacitors that may cause electrical shock.
From: Schneider ALTIVAR 21 0.75-18.5kW IP20 End-of-Life Instructions Manual
