Franklin Electric SUBDRIVE CONNECT PLUS Manuel Du Propriétaire page 15

PHYSICAL INSTALLATION
Environmental Requirements
NOTICE
Risk of damage to VFD, or malfunction can occur due to improper handling, in-
stallation, or environment.
• Do not mount VFD on equipment with excessive vibration.
• Install in a location where temperature is within the range of product rating.
• Mount VFD vertically (top up) for proper heat dissipation.
• Do not mount VFD in direct sunlight or near other heat sources.
• Do not install in corrosive environments.
• Install at least 18" (45.7 cm) above the ground.
• Installation of non-approved screening may damage the drive and/or reduce output.
The drive is intended for operation in ambient temperatures from -13 °F to 104 °F
(-25 °C to 40 °C). Use the following recommendations when selecting a location to
mount the drive:
• The drive electronics are air-cooled. Allow at least 6 inches (15.24 cm) of clear-
ance around the unit for air flow.
S S p p e e c c i i a a l l C C o o n n s s i i d d e e r r a a t t i i o o n n s s f f o o r r O O u u t t d d o o o o r r U U s s e e
The drive is suitable for outdoor use with a NEMA 3R rating; however, the following
considerations should be made for outdoor installations:
• Mount the drive on a wall or back plate that is at least 6 inches (15.24 cm) larg-
er than the outer dimensions of the enclosure in order to maintain the NEMA
3R rating.
• The unit must be mounted vertically with the wiring end oriented downward,
and the cover must be properly secured (also applies to indoor installations).
• NEMA 3R enclosures are capable of withstanding downward-directed rain only.
Protect from hose-directed or sprayed water as well as blowing rain. Failure to
do so may result in drive failure.
• Install away from direct sunlight or locations subject to extreme temperatures or humidity.
PHYSICAL INSTALLATION
Environmental Requirements
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