Cleaning The Heatsink, Ip 66 (Ul Type 4X) - ABB ACS580 Series Hardware Manual

Cleaning the heatsink, IP 66 (UL Type 4X)

The drive module heatsink fins pick up dust from the cooling air. The drive runs
into overtemperature warnings and faults if the heatsink is not clean. When
necessary, clean Type 4X IP66 heatsinks as follows. Do not use this procedure for
IP21 andIP 55 (UL Type 1 and 12) drives.
WARNING!
Use the required personal protective equipment. Wear protective gloves and
long sleeves. Some parts have sharp edges.
1. Stop the drive and do the steps in section
precautions (page 24)
2. Remove the fan but do not disconnect the wire. See page 251.
3. Apply cleaner down the heatsink channel. Rinse with water from a hose.
4. Remove insects and debris from bottom grate with soft brush or cloth and
rinse.
5. Dry the fan wire connector and disconnect the fan.
6. Clean the fan with a brush or cloth under running water being careful to keep
the wire connector dry.
WARNING!
Repeated exposure to water will cause connector to corrode and lead to
premature fan failure.
7. Dry and reinstall the fan.
before you start the work.
Electrical safety
Maintenance 249