Siemens SINAMICS V20 Inverter - Compact Operating Instructions
Table of Contents
1 Safety Instructions
Before installing and operating this equipment, carefully read the following safety instructions and all warning labels attached to the equipment. For more information, consult the SINAMICS V20 Operating Instructions.
1.1 Basic Safety Indications
1.1.1 General Safety Indications
WARNING: Risk of life due to non-observance of safety indications and residual risks. Non-observance of safety indications and residual risks in the pertinent hardware documentation can lead to accidents with severe injuries or death.
- Respect the safety indications in the hardware documentation.
- Consider residual risks in the risk assessment.
WARNING: Risk of life due to machine functions failing as a result of incorrect or altered parameterization. Incorrect or altered parameterization can lead to machine functions failing, which can cause severe injuries or death.
- Protect parameters against unauthorized access.
- Control potential machine failure functions with appropriate measures (e.g., EMERGENCY STOP or EMERGENCY OFF).
1.1.2 Industrial Security
Siemens offers products and solutions with Industrial Security functions that assist in the safe operation of installations, solutions, machines, devices, and/or networks. These are important elements for a comprehensive industrial security concept. Siemens products and solutions are continuously improved in this regard. Siemens recommends regularly informing yourself about product updates.
To ensure the safe operation of Siemens products and solutions, adequate protective measures (e.g., a cell protection concept) must be adopted, and each component must be integrated into a comprehensive industrial security concept that corresponds to the current state of the art. In doing so, it is also important to consider products from other manufacturers used in the system. More detailed information on Industrial Security can be found at: Siemens Industrial Security.
To stay informed about product updates, register to receive our product-specific newsletter. More information can be found at: Siemens Support.
WARNING: Danger due to unsafe operating states caused by software manipulation. Software manipulations (e.g., viruses, Trojans, malware, worms) can lead to unsafe operating states in your installation, which can cause death, severe bodily injury, and material damage.
- Keep the software up to date.
- Information and newsletters on this topic can be found at: Siemens Support.
- Integrate automation and drive components into a global industrial security concept or a machine concept according to the state of the art.
- More detailed information can be found at: Siemens Industrial Security.
- Consider all products used in your global industrial security concept.
1.2 Additional Safety Instructions
General
DANGER: Protective conductor current. The protective conductor current of the SINAMICS V20 inverter can exceed 3.5 mA AC. Therefore, a fixed ground connection is required, and the protective conductor's minimum cross-section must comply with local safety regulations for equipment with high protective conductor current.
The SINAMICS V20 inverter is designed for fuse protection. However, as the inverter can cause DC current in the protective conductor, if a Residual Current Device (RCD) is to be used upstream of the supply, observe the following:
- All SINAMICS V20 AC 230 V single-phase inverters (filtered or unfiltered) can be operated with an RCD type A¹⁾ 30 mA, type A(k) 30 mA, type B(k) 30 mA, or type B(k) 300 mA.
- All SINAMICS V20 AC 400 V three-phase inverters (unfiltered) can be operated with an RCD type B(k) 300 mA.
- SINAMICS V20 AC 400 V three-phase FSA inverters (unfiltered) up to FSD and FSA (filtered) can be operated with an RCD type B(k) 30 mA.
¹⁾ To use an RCD type A, the regulations in the following FAQ must be observed: Siemens FAQ.
Operation
WARNING: Safe use of inverters.
- Unauthorized modifications to the equipment are not permitted.
- Protection against direct contact by means of voltages < 60 V (PELV = protective extra-low voltage according to EN 61800-5-1) is permitted only in areas with equipotential bonding and in dry indoor environments. If these conditions are not met, other protective measures against electric shock must be applied, e.g., protective insulation.
- Install the inverter on a metal mounting plate in a control cabinet. The mounting plate must not be painted and must have good electrical conductivity.
- It is strictly forbidden to disconnect the motor side of the system by any means while the inverter is in operation and the output current is not zero.
- Solid-state short-circuit protection does not offer protection for the branch circuit. Branch circuit protection must be provided in accordance with the National Electrical Code and any other local codes.
WARNING: Use of braking resistors. Using an incorrect braking resistor can result in fire or severe personal injury, property damage, or equipment damage. Use a suitable braking resistor and install it correctly.
The temperature of a braking resistor increases significantly during operation. Avoid direct contact with braking resistors.
WARNING: Hot surface. During operation and for a short period after the inverter is switched off, identified surfaces of the inverter may reach high temperatures. Avoid direct contact with these surfaces.
Repair
WARNING: Repair and replacement of equipment. Repairs to the equipment may only be carried out by Siemens Service centers or by authorized persons who are fully familiar with all warnings and operating procedures contained in this manual. Defective parts or components must be replaced with spare parts from the appropriate spare parts lists. Disconnect the power supply before opening the equipment for access.
2 Installation
2.1 Mechanical System Installation
Mounting and Clearance
The inverter must be mounted vertically on a flat, flame-retardant surface in a closed electrical operating area or in a control cabinet.
External Dimensions (Unit: mm)
| Size | W | H | H1 ¹⁾ | D | D1 ²⁾ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSAA | 68 | 142 | 107.8 | ||
| FSAB | 68 | 142 | 127.8 | ||
| FSA | 90 | 150 | 166 | 145.5 (114.5 ³⁾) | |
| FSB | 140 | 160 | 164.5 | 106 | |
| FSC | 184 | 182 | 169 | 108 | |
| FSD | 240 | 206.5 | 172.5 | 98 | |
| FSE | 245 | 216 | 264.5 | 209 | 118.5 |
¹⁾ Housing height with fan(s).
²⁾ Internal cabinet depth for flush mounting.
³⁾ Flat-panel inverter depth (400 V, 0.75 kW variant only).
Drilling Patterns
| Size | W | H | W1 | H1 | H2 | Ø | Screw | Tightening Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FSAA/FSAB | 58 | 132 | 4.6 | 2 × M4 | 1.8 Nm ± 10% | |||
| FSA | 79 | 140 | 4.6 | 4 × M4 | 1.8 Nm ± 10% | |||
| FSB | 127 | 135 | 4.6 | 4 × M4 | 1.8 Nm ± 10% | |||
| FSB ²⁾ | 125 | 108 | 118 | 172 | 45.5 | 4.6 | 4 × M4 | 1.8 Nm ± 10% |
| FSC | 170 | 140 | 5.8 | 4 × M5 | 2.5 Nm ± 10% | |||
| FSC ²⁾ | 170 | 116 | 161 | 197 | 61 | 5.8 | 4 × M5 | 2.5 Nm ± 10% |
| FSD | 223 | 166 | 5.8 | 4 × M5 | 2.5 Nm ± 10% | |||
| FSD ²⁾ | 223 | 142 | 214 | 222 | 59 | 5.8 | 4 × M5 | 2.5 Nm ± 10% |
| FSE | 228 | 206 | 5.8 | 4 × M5 | 2.5 Nm ± 10% | |||
| FSE ²⁾ | 228 | 182 | 219 | 282 | 83 | 5.8 | 4 × M5 | 2.5 Nm ± 10% |
¹⁾ For FSAA/FSAB, you only need to make these two holes for cabinet mounting.
²⁾ Only for flange mounting.
For more information on perforated mounting and the installation of the flat-panel inverter, consult the SINAMICS V20 Inverter Operating Instructions.
2.2 Electrical System Installation
WARNING: Requirements for installations in the United States/Canada (UL/cUL).
Suitable for use in a circuit capable of providing a maximum of 40,000 symmetrical amperes RMS, 480 V AC maximum for 400 V inverter variants or 240 V AC maximum for 230 V inverter variants, when protected by UL/cUL certified Class J fuses or UL/cUL listed Type E motor controller combination or circuit breakers. For each enclosure size, use only 75 °C copper wire.
This equipment is capable of providing internal motor overload protection according to UL508C. To comply with UL508C, parameter P0610 must not be changed from its factory default of 6.
For Canadian installations (cUL), the inverter's main power supply must be equipped with any recommended external surge suppressor with the following characteristics:
- Surge protection devices; the device must be a listed surge protection device (category code VZCA and VZCA7).
- Rated voltage 480/277 V AC (for 400 V variants) or 240 V AC (for 230 V variants), 50/60 Hz, three-phase (for 400 V variants) or single-phase (for 230 V variants).
- Clamping voltage VPR = 2000 V (for 400 V variants) / 1000 V (for 230 V variants), IN = 3 kA min, MCOV = 508 V AC (for 400 V variants) / 264 V AC (for 230 V variants), SCCR = 40 kA.
- Suitable for SPD type 1 or type 2 application.
- The connection must be established between phases and also between phase and ground.
3 Commissioning
3.1 Basic Operator Panel (BOP)
Button Functions
| Button | Function | Description |
|---|---|---|
| M | Short press (< 2 s) | Enters parameter configuration menu or proceeds to the next screen in the configuration menu. Resets the digit during digit-by-digit editing of the selected item. Returns to the fault code screen. Double press during digit-by-digit editing to discard the change and return. |
| Long press (> 2 s) | Returns to the configuration menu. Enters the configuration menu. | |
| OK | Short press (< 2 s) | Alternates status values. Enters value editing mode or advances to the next digit. Clears faults. Returns to the fault code screen. |
| Long press (> 2 s) | Quick parameter number or value editing. Accesses data with fault information. | |
| M + OK | Press to switch between HAND mode (with hand icon) / JOG mode (with flashing hand icon) / AUTO mode (no icon). | Note: Jog mode is only available when the motor is stopped. |
| ▲ | Moves selection up through a menu, increases a value or setpoint. Long press (>2 s) to rapidly scroll values upwards. | |
| ▼ | Moves selection down through a menu, decreases a value or setpoint. Long press (>2 s) to rapidly scroll values downwards. | |
| + / - | Inverts the motor rotation direction. |
Inverter Status Icons
- Fault icon: The inverter has at least one pending fault.
- Alarm icon: The inverter has at least one pending alarm.
- Solid green LED: The inverter is operating (motor frequency may be 0 rpm).
- Flashing green LED: The inverter can be unexpectedly energized (e.g., in freeze protection mode).
- Motor rotating in reverse: Motor is rotating in reverse.
- Flashing hand icon: The inverter is in HAND mode.
- No icon: The inverter is in JOG mode.
3.2 Quick Commissioning
3.2.1 Energization and Configuration for Factory Defaults
Operating Sequence
- Switch on the inverter and start from the display menu.
- Press M for less than 2 s to switch to the parameter menu.
- Press ▲ or ▼ to select P0010 and configure P0010 = 30 with OK.
- Press ▲ to select P0970 and configure P0970 = 1 or P0970 = 21 with OK.
ATTENTION This section describes how to perform quick commissioning via the configuration menu. If you are accustomed to commissioning the inverter via parameters of your choice, consult the SINAMICS V20 Inverter Operating Instructions in the parameter menu for detailed descriptions.
Configuration Menu Structure
The menu structure guides you through the configuration process, starting with basic settings like motor data and connection macros.
Overview of Connection and Application Macros
Macros provide pre-defined parameter sets for common applications. Selecting a macro simplifies the commissioning process.
3.2.2 Configuring Motor Data
This section details the parameters for configuring motor data, such as nominal voltage, current, power, and efficiency.
3.2.3 Configuring Macro Connections
This menu allows selection of the appropriate macro for organizing the standard wiring. The default is "Cn000" for connection macro 0.
3.2.4 Configuring Application Macros
This menu defines common application macros. Each application macro provides a set of parameter configurations for a specific application. After selecting an application macro, the corresponding settings are applied to the inverter to simplify the commissioning process.
3.2.5 Common Parameter Configuration
This section lists common parameters that can be configured, such as minimum and maximum frequencies, ramp times, and JOG settings.
3.3 Restoring Defaults
You can reset parameters to their factory default settings or to user-defined defaults using parameters P0003, P0010, and P0970.
4 Technical Support Information
Contact information for technical support is provided for various countries:
- China: +86 400 810 4288
- France: +33 0821 801 122
- Germany: +49 (0) 911 895 7222
- Italy: +39 (02) 24362000
- Brazil: +55 11 3833 4040
- India: +91 22 2760 0150
- Korea: +82 2 3450 7114
- Turkey: +90 (216) 4440747
- USA: +1 423 262 5710
For more information on service and support, visit: Siemens Support Portal.
A Parameters, Faults and Alarms
A.1 List of Parameters
This section provides a detailed list of parameters, including their description, range, factory default settings, and access level.
A.2 Faults and Alarms
This section lists common faults and alarms that may occur with the SINAMICS V20 inverter, along with their descriptions and potential causes or remedies.
- Faults: F1 (Overcurrent), F2 (Overvoltage), F3 (Undervoltage), F4 (Inverter Overheating), F5 (Inverter 12t), F6 (Chip temperature rise), F11 (Motor Overheating), F12 (Inverter temperature signal loss), F20 (High DC link current), F35 (Max. restart attempts exceeded), F41 (Motor data identification fault), F51 (EEPROM parameter fault), F52 (Inverter software fault), F60 (ASIC timeout), F61 (SD card parameter cloning fault), F62 (Invalid parameter cloning content), F63 (Incompatible parameter cloning content), F64 (Automatic cloning attempt during startup), F71 (USS setpoint fault), F72 (USS/MODBUS setpoint fault), F80 (Analog input signal loss), F85 (External fault), F100 (Watchdog reset), F101 (Stack overflow), F200 (Script error), F221 (PID feedback below minimum), F222 (PID feedback above maximum), F350 (Inverter configuration vector fault), F395 (Acceptance test/confirmation pending), F410 (Cavitation protection fault), F452 (Belt fault).
- Alarms: A501 (Current limit), A502 (Overvoltage limit), A503 (Undervoltage limit), A504 (Inverter overheating), A505 (Inverter 12t), A506 (IGBT junction temperature rise warning), A507 (Inverter temperature signal loss), A511 (Motor 12t overheating), A535 (Braking resistor overload), A541 (Motor data identification enabled), A600 (Excessive speed warning), A910 (Vcc_max controller disabled), A911 (Vcc_max controller enabled), A912 (Vcc_min controller enabled), A921 (Analog output parameters not configured correctly), A922 (No load applied to inverter), A923 (JOG left and right required), A930 (PID autotuning enabled), A936 (Belt fault detection), A952 (Belt fault detection).
B General License Conditions
This section outlines the general license conditions for Siemens software products for automation and drives. It covers the supply of software, grant of rights, license types, and terms of use.
1 Supply of Software to Licensee and Granting of Rights to use the Software
- These General License Conditions apply exclusively to the delivery of Software for Automation and Drives. Licensee's general terms and conditions apply only if expressly accepted in writing by Siemens.
- The scope of delivery is determined by mutual written declarations. Siemens grants the Licensee non-exclusive, transferable rights to use the software as specified in the Order Confirmation or Software Product Sheet.
- If the Licensee does not receive a data medium, they are authorized to copy the SW to the extent necessary to exercise their rights.
- License Keys must be installed to unlock the SW.
- Rights granted are based on the License Type and Software Type.
- Licensees in possession of a previous version may use the new version or the previous version at their discretion (downgrading).
- For operation, protective measures such as cell protection concepts and integration into a comprehensive industrial security concept are necessary.
- Siemens recommends staying informed about product updates.
- Unauthorized modifications to the equipment are not permitted.
- Protection against direct contact is permitted only in areas with equipotential bonding and dry indoor environments.
- It is forbidden to disconnect the motor side of the system while the inverter is in operation.
- Branch circuit protection must be provided in accordance with electrical codes.
- Use of incorrect braking resistors can lead to fire or injury.
- Hot surfaces may cause burns.
- Repairs must be performed by authorized Siemens service centers or qualified personnel.
- Defective parts must be replaced with approved spare parts.
- Disconnect power before accessing the equipment.
2 License Type
- Single License: Non-exclusive, transferable right to install and use the SW in one instance for an unlimited period.
- Floating License: Non-exclusive, transferable right to install the SW on any number of devices, with simultaneous use limited by the number of objects (users or devices) specified.
- Rental License: Non-exclusive, transferable right to install and use the SW in one instance for a limited time as stipulated in the Order Data or CoL.
- Demo License: Non-exclusive right to install and use the SW in one instance for validation purposes for a limited time.
- Trial License: Non-exclusive, non-transferable right to install the SW in one instance for validation purposes for a limited period (typically 14 days).
3 Software Type
- Engineering Software (E-SW): Allows copying and use of E-SW parts in own programs without license fees.
- Runtime Software (R-SW): Requires purchasing a license for R-SW or its parts when incorporated into own programs.
Open Source Software
- Open Source Software is provided free of charge. Siemens is liable for the Product including Open Source Software according to applicable license conditions. Liability for use beyond intended program flow or for defects resulting from modifications is excluded.
- No technical support is provided for modified products.
- Source code availability may be subject to requests and potential shipping/handling charges.
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- Lua 5.2.1 (OSS)
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