Bypass - Siemens SINAMICS S120 Function Manual

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Bypass

The bypass function controls two contactors via digital outputs of the drive converter and
evaluates the feedback signals of the contactors via digital inputs (e.g. via TM31). This circuit
allows the motor to be operated using the converter or directly on the supply line. The
contactors are activated by the converter. The feedback signals for the contactor positions
have to be returned to the converter.
The bypass circuit can be implemented in two ways:
● Without synchronizing the motor to the line supply and
● Synchronizing the motor to the line supply.
The following applies to all bypass versions:
● The bypass is always switched-out when one of the control word signals "OFF2" or
● Exception:
● When the drive is started up again after POWER ON, the status of the bypass contactors
● Changing the converter into "Ready to start and bypass" status after powering up, is of a
● Monitoring of the motor temperatures using temperature sensors is active while the
● The two motor contactors must be designed for switching under load.
Requirement
The bypass function is only possible for encoderless closed-loop speed control (p1300 = 20)
or V/f control (p1300 = 0...19) and when an induction motor is used.
Drive functions
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"OFF3" is withdrawn.
When required, the bypass switch can be interlocked by a higher-level controller so that
the drive converter can be completely powered-down (i.e. including the control
electronics) while the motor is operated from the line supply. The contactor interlocking
should be implemented on the plant/system side.
is evaluated. After powering up, the converter can thereby change straight into "Ready to
start and bypass" status. This is only possible if the bypass is activated via a control
signal, the control signal (p1266) is still present once the system has been ramped up,
and the automatic restart function (p1200 = 4) is active.
higher priority than switching back on automatically.
converter is in one of two states "Ready to start and bypass" or "Ready for operation and
bypass".
Note
The examples contained in the following descriptions are only basic circuits designed to
explain the basic function. The dimensions of specific circuit configurations (contactors,
protective equipment) must be calculated for specific systems.
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