PowerFlex 700 Vector Control Configuration and Startup

Course Number: CCA161
Type: Instructor-led
Technology: Power Control (Drives and MCC) Courses
Category: Program Design
Duration: 1 day

Course Purpose

This skill-building course introduces techniques and instructions that will assist you in successfully configuring and starting up a PowerFlex® 700 vector control drive.

Throughout the course, the instructor will demonstrate how to configure PowerFlex 700 drive parameters. The instructor will also demonstrate how to install and commission one or more of the following communications adapters:

ControlNet
DeviceNet
EtherNet/IP
Remote I/O

After each demonstration, you will be given an application-based exercise that offers extensive hands-on practice using the LCD HIM, DriveExplorer™ software, and DriveExecutive™ software.

This one-day course can be taken as a stand-alone course, or it can be taken in conjunction with other courses in the PowerFlex 700 curriculum for further skill development

Objectives

After completing this course, students should be able to perform the following tasks:

Configure drive parameters using DriveExplorer and DriveExecutive software
Configure drive parameters using an LCD HIM
Startup a drive, upload and download drive data
Control drive operation
Install and configure a EtherNet/IP communications adapter
Optional: Install and configure a DeviceNet, ControlNet, and remote I/O communications adapter

Who Should Attend

Individuals responsible for configuring parameters and starting up PowerFlex 700 vector control drives should attend this course.

Prerequisites

To successfully complete this course, the following prerequisites are required:

Working knowledge of electricity, and knowledge of electrical and industrial safety (including PPE requirements and safe practices)
Ability to perform basic Microsoft Windows tasks
Completion of the AC/DC Motors and Drives Fundamentals course (CCA101) or equivalent experience

Student Materials

To enhance and facilitate the students’ learning experiences, the following materials are provided as part of the course package:

Student Manual contains the key concepts,definitions, and examples presented in the course and includes the hands-on exercises
PowerFlex 700 Standard and Vector Control Procedures Guide provides all the steps required to complete common PowerFlex 700 tasks, including the tasks in the hands-on exercises. By following the procedures in this job aid, you can immediately apply what is learned in the course to your own job.
PowerFlex Standard and Vector Control Quick Reference Guide provides lists of parameters in both alphabetic and numeric order, as well as other information to assist with locating, monitoring, and modifying PowerFlex 700drive parameters.

Hands-on Practice

Hands-on practice is an integral part of learning, and this course offers extensive hands-on opportunities. An in-class workstation allows students to configure parameters, install communications adapters, and start up the drive. Students will perform the tasks using a PowerFlex 700 AC drive workstation and a fan demo. The fan application introduces real-world configuring situations into a classroom setting.

Course Agenda

Configuring Drive Parameters Using the LCD HIM
Configuring Drive Parameters Using DriveExplorer Software
Configuring Drive Parameters Using DriveExecutive Software
Uploading and Downloading Drive Data
Starting Up a Drive • Controlling Drive Operation
Installing and Configuring an EtherNet/IP Communications Adapter
Optional: Installing and Configuring a Remote I/O Communications Adapter
Optional: Installing and Configuring a DeviceNet Communications Adapter
Optional: Installing and Configuring a ControlNet Communication Adapter

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