Cleaning The Exterior Of The Drive, Ip66 (Ul Type 4X) - ABB ACS580 Series Hardware Manual

Cleaning the exterior of the drive, IP66 (UL Type 4X)

IP66 (UL Type 4X) drives have a degree of protection against dust, dirt,
precipitation, salt spray, splashing water and hose-directed spray. In addition, the
drive has been tested to not be damaged by occasional exposure to common
cleaners and disinfectants, algaecides and microbicides at concentrations
recommended by the manufacturer for general use. Do not use this procedure
with IP21 and IP55 (UL Type 1 and UL Type 12) drives.
1. Clean the exterior of IP66 (UL Type4X) drive. Use:
• soft brush
• damp cleaning cloth. Gently spray surface with a common cleaner or
disinfectant with ammonia, chlorine or detergent base. Wipe with a damp
cloth.
• if necessary, hose down the drive to wash or rinse
Avoid prolonged contact with chemicals, especially to control panel surface.
The drive can be disassembled and cleaned by a qualified electrical professional
as follows:
1. Stop the drive and do the steps in section
precautions (page 24)
2. Make sure that the drive is dry.
3. Remove the cover and cable glands or conduit fittings.
4. Clean the components and gaskets with a damp, clean cloth. Be careful not to
damage the gaskets.
5. Reinstall the cover. Tighten screws to 2.5 N·m (1.8 lbf·ft).
6. Reinstall the cable glands or conduit fittings. Tighten securely to prevent
leakage.
7. Clean exterior as above.
before you start the work.
Electrical safety
Maintenance 247