Eaton PowerXL DE1 Manual

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1 DE1 series1.9 Maintenance and inspectionDE1 variable speed starter 09/14 MN040011EN www.eaton.com 191.9 Maintenance and inspectionDE1 variable speed starters are maintenance-free, provided that the generalrating data, as well as the technical data for the specific models in use, isobserved. However, please note that external influences can affect a variablespeed starter's operation and lifespan.Because of this, we recommend inspecting the devices on a regular basisand carrying out the following maintenance activities at the specifiedintervals.Table 3: Recommended maintenance activities for DE1 variable speed startersThe DE1 variable speed starter's components are not designed to beindividually replaced or repaired. If a DE1 variable speed starter is ruined byexternal influences, it will not be possible to repair it!Dispose of the device according to the applicable environmental laws andprovisions for the disposal of electrical or electronic devices.1.10 StorageIf the DE1 variable speed starter is stored before use, suitable ambientconditions must be ensured at the site of storage:• Storage temperature: -40 - +70 °C,• Relative average air humidity: < 95 %, non condensing (EN 61800-5-1),• To prevent damage to the variable speed starter's internal DC linkcapacitors, it is not recommended to store the variable speed starter formore than 12 months (￫ Section 1.11, “Charging the internal DC linkcapacitors”).Maintenance measures Maintenance intervalClean cooling vents (cooling slits) as neededCheck that the fan is working properly 6 - 24 months (depending on the environment)Check the filter in the control panel doors(see the manufacturer's specifications)6 - 24 months (depending on the environment)Check all ground connections to make surethey are intactOn a regular basis, at periodic intervalsCheck the tightening torques of theconnections (control signal terminals, powerterminals)On a regular basis, at periodic intervalsCheck connection terminals and all metallicsurfaces for corrosion6 - 24 months; when stored, no more than 12 months later(depending on the environment)Motor cables and shield connection (EMC) According to manufacturer specifications, no later than 5 yearsCharge capacitors 12 months(￫ Section 1.11, “Charging the internal DC link capacitors”)