Application Guide
Topic: Absolute Point to Point Positioning
Drive Product: PowerFlex 700S – Phase I Control
Introduction
An Application Guide provides generic information on features and functions of drive products and their
implementation. Application Guides are not specific to any one application, but generically discuss
application techniques and/or functions as part of an application.
User Information Solid state equipment has operational characteristics differing from those of electromechanical
equipment. Safety Guidelines for the Application, Installation and Maintenance of Solid State Controls
(Publication SGI-1.1 available from your local Rockwell Automation sales office or online at
http://www.ab.com/documents/gi) describes some important differences between solid state equipment
and hard-wired electromechanical devices. Because of this difference, and because of the wide variety
of uses for solid state equipment, all persons responsible for applying this equipment must satisfy
themselves that each intended application of this equipment is acceptable.
In no event will Rockwell Automation, Inc. be responsible or liable for indirect or consequential damages
resulting from the use or application of this equipment.
The examples and diagrams in this document are included solely for illustrative purposes. Because of
the many variables and requirements associated with any particular installation, Rockwell Automation,
Inc. cannot assume responsibility or liability for actual use based on the examples and diagrams.
No patent liability is assumed by Rockwell Automation, Inc. with respect to use of information, circuits,
equipment, or software described in this document.
Reproduction of the contents of this document, in whole or in part, without written permission of Rockwell
Automation, Inc. is prohibited.
Related Publications The following publications should be referenced and followed when operating, configuring, or
commissioning this drive product. These publications may be found on the automation book store at
www.theautomationbookstore.com
;
Publication Title Pub Number
PowerFlex 700S Phase I Control User Manual 20D-UM001
PowerFlex 700S Phase I Control Reference Manual PFLEX-RM002
PowerFlex 700S Phase I Control Firmware Release Notes 20D-RN004
PowerFlex 700S Phase I Control Quick Start 20D-QS001
20-COMM-x User Manuals 20COMM-UM00x
Also, the Application Set, AS_PF700S_AbsPtPtPosition, is used in conjunction with this Application
Guide.
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Application Guide
Precautions Class 1 LED Product
ATTENTION: Hazard of permanent eye damage exists when using optical transmission equipment.
This product emits intense light and invisible radiation. Do not look into module ports or fiber optic cable
connectors.
General Precautions
ATTENTION: This drive contains ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) sensitive parts and assemblies. Static
control precautions are required when installing, testing, servicing or repairing this assembly.
Component damage may result if ESD control procedures are not followed. If you are not familiar with
static control procedures, reference Allen Bradley publication 8000-4.5.2, “Guarding Against Electrostatic
Damage” or any other applicable ESD protection handbook.
ATTENTION: An incorrectly applied or installed drive can result in component damage or a reduction in
product life. Wiring or application errors such as under sizing the motor, incorrect or inadequate AC
supply, or excessive surrounding air temperatures may result in malfunction of the system.
ATTENTION: Only qualified personnel familiar with the PowerFlex 700S AC Drive and associated
machinery should plan or implement the installation, start-up and subsequent maintenance of the system.
Failure to comply may result in personal injury and/or equipment damage.
ATTENTION: To avoid an electric shock hazard, verify that the voltage on the bus capacitors has
discharged before performing any work on the drive. Measure the DC bus voltage at the +DC & –DC
terminals of the Power Terminal Block (refer to Chapter 1 in the PowerFlex 700S User Manual for
location). The voltage must be zero.
ATTENTION: Risk of injury or equipment damage exists. DPI or SCANport host products must not be
directly connected together via 1202 cables. Unpredictable behavior can result if two or more devices
are connected in this manner.
ATTENTION: Risk of injury or equipment damage exists. Parameters 365 [Encdr0 Loss Cnfg] - 394
[VoltFdbkLossCnfg] let you determine the action of the drive in response to operating anomalies.
Precautions should be taken to ensure that the settings of these parameters do not create hazards of
injury or equipment damage.
ATTENTION: Risk of injury or equipment damage exists. Parameters 383 [SL CommLoss Data] - 392
[NetLoss DPI Cnfg] let you determine the action of the drive if communications are disrupted. You can
set these parameters so the drive continues to run. Precautions should be taken to ensure the settings
of these parameters do not create hazards of injury or equipment damage.
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