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VFD Restart Checklist

The document provides a checklist for restarting a variable frequency drive (VFD) after an extended shutdown. It lists checks to perform with the power off, including inspecting wiring, grounds, connections, filters, and more. It also lists power-on checks such as verifying parameters, fan operation, I/O operation, and safety systems before slowly increasing speed and monitoring operation. Completing the checklist can help avoid issues, but full support is recommended for VFDs shutdown for a long time.

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VFD Restart Checklist

The document provides a checklist for restarting a variable frequency drive (VFD) after an extended shutdown. It lists checks to perform with the power off, including inspecting wiring, grounds, connections, filters, and more. It also lists power-on checks such as verifying parameters, fan operation, I/O operation, and safety systems before slowly increasing speed and monitoring operation. Completing the checklist can help avoid issues, but full support is recommended for VFDs shutdown for a long time.

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Variable Frequency Drive Restart Checklist

Consider the following checks while restarting your VFD.

Power Off Checks

• Check all wiring for terminal tightness and heat discoloration


• Check all wiring for earth grounds
• Check Network connection
• Check Motor connection wiring
• Check Motor for earth grounds
• Check up-stream and incoming power distribution and transformers
• Clean and check system filters and fans
• Check system enclosures for contaminates and clean
• Check mechanical power transmission on machinery being driven by Inverter
• Perform all normal preventive maintenance procedures that already been established.

Power on Checks

• Check incoming power supply, 3 phase.


• Check VFD parameters against save documented set.
• Check Low level power supplies, encoder, reference, etc. Re-torque connections if
needed.
• Check enclosure and inverter fans for operation. Inspect cooling fan for dirt or any other
debris.
• If the VFD has not been powered-up for 2 years or more, a capacitor reform procedure
should be done.
• Check DC bus voltage
• Check I/O Operation
• Check Emergency Stop Operation
• Check All Safety System Operation
• First time operation at very low speed monitoring current and loading.
• Monitor and observe operation for a time frame to catch any issue.

Return to normal operation.

This checklist is a recommendation only and completion of these items cannot ensure all
potential issues are avoided. For full support on restart of a variable frequency drive after
extended shutdown or those not properly shut down for a long term, please contact our service
support at 1-800-950-7781.

500 Corporate Woods Parkway • Vernon Hills, IL 60061 • Phone 847.478.2100 us.MitsubishiElectric.com/fa/en
An ISO9001 Certified Company

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