Manual Softstarter 3RW30 3RW40 en-US

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Introduction
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Safety information 2
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Product description 3
Industrial Controls
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Product combinations 4
Soft starters
SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40 5
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Functions
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Messages and diagnosis 6
Manual
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Application planning 7
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Installation 8
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Installation / mounting 9
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Connecting 10
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Operation 11
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Configuration 12
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Commissioning 13
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Technical data 14
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Dimension drawings 15
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Typical circuit diagrams 16
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Table of contents
1 Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 9
1.1 Important notes ......................................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Additional documentation .......................................................................................................11
1.3 Siemens Industry Online Support ...........................................................................................13
1.4 Technical Assistance ..............................................................................................................15
1.5 Siemens Industry Online Support app ....................................................................................15
2 Safety information ................................................................................................................................. 17
2.1 ESD Guidelines .......................................................................................................................17
2.2 Reactive power compensation ................................................................................................19
2.3 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) according to IEC 60947-4-1 ........................................19
2.4 Security information ................................................................................................................20
2.5 Recycling and disposal ...........................................................................................................21
2.6 Before commencing work: Isolating the equipment from the supply system and
ensuring that it cannot be reconnected...................................................................................21
2.7 Five safety rules for work in or on electrical systems .............................................................22
3 Product description ............................................................................................................................... 23
3.1 Fields of application ................................................................................................................23
3.2 Functional principle of the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters .....................................24
3.2.1 Method of operation of a two-phase controlled soft starter ....................................................26
3.2.2 Starting current asymmetry .....................................................................................................28
3.2.3 Applications and use ...............................................................................................................29
3.3 Comparison of device functions ..............................................................................................30
3.4 Accessories .............................................................................................................................31
3.4.1 Accessories for 3RW30 soft starters ......................................................................................31
3.4.2 Accessories for 3RW40 soft starters ......................................................................................32
4 Product combinations............................................................................................................................ 33
4.1 SIRIUS modular system..........................................................................................................33
5 Functions .............................................................................................................................................. 35
5.1 Start modes .............................................................................................................................35
5.1.1 Voltage ramp ...........................................................................................................................35
5.1.2 Current limiting and ramp-up detection (3RW40 only) ...........................................................38
5.2 Stop modes .............................................................................................................................40
5.2.1 Stop without load (3RW30 and 3RW40) .................................................................................40
5.2.2 Soft stop (3RW40 only) ...........................................................................................................41
SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

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5.3 Motor protection / intrinsic device protection (3RW40 only) .................................................. 42

5.3.1 Motor protection function ....................................................................................................... 42
5.3.2 Intrinsic device protection (3RW40 only) ............................................................................... 45
5.4 Functions of the RESET buttons............................................................................................ 47
5.4.1 SIRIUS 3RW402, 3RW403 and 3RW404 soft starters .......................................................... 47
5.4.1.1 Setting the RESET MODE ..................................................................................................... 47
5.4.1.2 Manual RESET ...................................................................................................................... 48
5.4.1.3 Remote RESET...................................................................................................................... 48
5.4.1.4 Auto RESET ........................................................................................................................... 48
5.4.1.5 Acknowledging faults ............................................................................................................. 49
5.4.2 SIRIUS 3RW405 and 3RW407 soft starters .......................................................................... 49
5.4.2.1 Setting the RESET MODE ..................................................................................................... 49
5.4.2.2 Manual RESET ...................................................................................................................... 49
5.4.2.3 Auto RESET ........................................................................................................................... 50
5.4.2.4 Acknowledging faults ............................................................................................................. 50
5.4.3 Other functions of the RESET button..................................................................................... 50
5.4.3.1 Motor protection trip test ........................................................................................................ 50
5.4.3.2 Reparameterizing the ON / RUN output contact .................................................................... 51
5.4.4 Reset options for fault acknowledgement .............................................................................. 51
5.5 Functions of the inputs ........................................................................................................... 52
5.5.1 Start input (terminal 1) on 3RW30 and 3RW402 to 3RW404 ................................................ 52
5.5.2 Start input (terminal 3) on 3RW405 and 3RW407 ................................................................. 53
5.5.3 Thermistor input / connection on 3RW402 to 3RW404 ......................................................... 53
5.6 Functions of the outputs ......................................................................................................... 54
5.6.1 3RW30: Output terminal 13 / 14 ON ...................................................................................... 54
5.6.2 3RW40: Output terminals 13 / 14 ON / RUN and 23 / 24 BYPASSED.................................. 54
5.6.3 3RW40: Group fault output at terminal 95 / 96 / 98 OVERLOAD / FAILURE ........................ 56
6 Messages and diagnosis ....................................................................................................................... 57
6.1 3RW30: LEDs ........................................................................................................................ 57
6.2 3RW30: Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 58
6.3 3RW402 / 3RW403 / 3RW404: LEDs .................................................................................... 59
6.4 3RW405 / 3RW407: LEDs ..................................................................................................... 61
6.5 3RW40: Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 63
7 Application planning .............................................................................................................................. 65
7.1 Application examples ............................................................................................................. 65
7.1.1 Roller conveyor application .................................................................................................... 65
7.1.2 Hydraulic pump application .................................................................................................... 66
8 Installation ............................................................................................................................................ 67
8.1 Installing the soft starter ......................................................................................................... 67
8.1.1 Unpacking .............................................................................................................................. 67
8.1.2 Permissible mounting position ............................................................................................... 67
8.1.3 Mounting dimensions, clearances, and assembly type ......................................................... 68
8.1.4 Assembly type: Standalone assembly, side-by-side assembly, direct mounting .................. 69
8.1.5 Installation requirements ........................................................................................................ 70

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9 Installation / mounting ........................................................................................................................... 71

9.1 General information ................................................................................................................71
9.2 General feeder assembly (type of coordination 1) ..................................................................72
9.3 Soft starter with line contactor (type of coordination 1) ..........................................................73
9.4 Soft starter assembly with type of coordination 2 ...................................................................74
9.5 Capacitors to improve the power factor ..................................................................................76
9.6 Maximum cable length ............................................................................................................76
10 Connecting ........................................................................................................................................... 77
10.1 Electrical connection ...............................................................................................................77
10.1.1 Control and auxiliary terminals ...............................................................................................77
10.1.2 Main circuit connection ...........................................................................................................77
11 Operation .............................................................................................................................................. 81
11.1 Operator controls, displays, and connections on the 3RW30.................................................81
11.2 Operator controls, displays, and connections on the 3RW40.................................................82
11.3 Effects on changing the potentiometer settings ......................................................................84
12 Configuration ........................................................................................................................................ 85
12.1 Configuration in general ..........................................................................................................85
12.1.1 Configuration procedure .........................................................................................................86
12.1.2 Selecting the optimum soft starter ..........................................................................................86
12.2 Startup class ...........................................................................................................................89
12.2.1 Application examples for normal starting (CLASS 10) with 3RW30 and 3RW40 ...................90
12.2.2 Application examples for heavy-duty starting (CLASS 20): 3RW40 only ...............................91
12.3 ON time and switching frequency ...........................................................................................92
12.4 Reducing the rated data .........................................................................................................93
12.5 Dimensioning of soft starters for motors with high starting current conditions .......................93
12.6 Installation altitude and ambient temperature .........................................................................94
12.7 Calculating the permissible switching frequency ....................................................................95
12.7.1 Table of permissible assembly combinations with switching frequency factors .....................95
12.7.2 Calculating the switching frequency (example) ......................................................................98
12.8 Configuration aids .................................................................................................................100
12.8.1 Selection of the soft starter using the Simulation Tool for Soft Starters ...............................100
12.9 Article number system for the 3RW30 ..................................................................................101
12.10 Article number system for the 3RW40 ..................................................................................102
13 Commissioning ................................................................................................................................... 103
13.1 Commissioning the 3RW30 ..................................................................................................103
13.1.1 Commissioning procedure ....................................................................................................103
13.1.2 Quick commissioning of the 3RW30 and optimization of the parameters ............................104
13.1.3 Setting the soft start function ................................................................................................105
13.1.4 Setting the starting voltage ...................................................................................................106
13.1.5 Setting the ramp time ............................................................................................................106

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13.1.6 ON output ............................................................................................................................. 108

13.2 Commissioning the 3RW40 ................................................................................................. 109
13.2.1 Commissioning procedure ................................................................................................... 109
13.2.2 Quick commissioning of the 3RW40 and optimization of the parameters ........................... 110
13.2.3 Setting the soft start function ............................................................................................... 111
13.2.4 Setting the starting voltage .................................................................................................. 112
13.2.5 Setting the ramp time ........................................................................................................... 112
13.2.6 Current limiting in conjunction with a starting voltage ramp and ramp-up detection ........... 113
13.2.7 Setting the motor current ..................................................................................................... 114
13.2.8 Setting the current limiting value .......................................................................................... 114
13.2.9 Optimized setting ranges for current limiting ....................................................................... 116
13.2.10 Ramp-up detection ............................................................................................................... 117
13.3 Setting the soft stop function................................................................................................ 118
13.3.1 Setting the ramp-down time ................................................................................................. 118
13.4 Setting the motor protection function ................................................................................... 119
13.4.1 Setting the electronic motor overload protection ................................................................. 119
13.4.2 Motor current settings .......................................................................................................... 120
13.4.3 Motor protection acc. to ATEX ............................................................................................. 120
13.5 Thermistor motor protection ................................................................................................. 121
13.6 Motor protection trip test ...................................................................................................... 121
13.7 Functions of the outputs ....................................................................................................... 122
13.7.1 Functions of the BYPASSED and ON / RUN outputs .......................................................... 122
13.7.2 Parameterizing the 3RW40 outputs ..................................................................................... 123
13.7.3 Function of the FAILURE / OVERLOAD output ................................................................... 125
14 Technical data .....................................................................................................................................127
14.1 Technical data in Siemens Industry Online Support ............................................................ 127
14.2 3RW30 ................................................................................................................................. 128
14.2.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 128
14.2.2 3RW30..-.BB.. control electronics ........................................................................................ 129
14.2.3 3RW30..-.BB.. control times and parameters ...................................................................... 129
14.2.4 3RW30..-.BB.. power electronics ......................................................................................... 130
14.2.5 3RW30 13, 14, 16, 17, 18-.BB.. power electronics .............................................................. 130
14.2.6 3RW30 26, 27, 28-.BB.. power electronics .......................................................................... 131
14.2.7 3RW30 36, 37, 38, 46, 47-.BB.. power electronics .............................................................. 131
14.2.8 3RW30 main conductor cross-sections ............................................................................... 132
14.2.9 3RW30 auxiliary conductor cross-sections .......................................................................... 133
14.2.10 Electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 60947-4-2 .................................................. 133
14.2.11 Recommended filters ........................................................................................................... 134
14.2.12 Types of coordination ........................................................................................................... 134
14.2.13 Fuseless version .................................................................................................................. 135
14.2.14 Fused version (line protection only) ..................................................................................... 136
14.2.15 Fused version with SITOR 3NE1 fuses ............................................................................... 137
14.2.16 Fused version with SITOR 3NE3/4/8 fuses ......................................................................... 138
14.3 3RW40 ................................................................................................................................. 140
14.3.1 Overview .............................................................................................................................. 140
14.3.2 3RW40 2., 3., 4. control electronics ..................................................................................... 141
14.3.3 3RW40 5., 7. control electronics .......................................................................................... 142

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14.3.4 3RW40 2., 3., 4. control electronics ......................................................................................142

14.3.5 3RW40 5., 7. control electronics ...........................................................................................143
14.3.6 3RW40 protection functions ..................................................................................................143
14.3.7 3RW40 control times and parameters ..................................................................................144
14.3.8 3RW40 2. to 7. power electronics .........................................................................................145
14.3.9 3RW40 24, 26, 27, 28 power electronics ..............................................................................146
14.3.10 3RW40 36, 37, 38, 46, 47 power electronics ........................................................................147
14.3.11 3RW40 55, 56, 73, 74, 75, 76 power electronics ..................................................................148
14.3.12 3RW40 2., 3., 4. main conductor cross-sections ..................................................................149
14.3.13 3RW40 5., 7. main conductor cross-sections .......................................................................150
14.3.14 3RW40 .. auxiliary conductor cross-sections ........................................................................151
14.3.15 Electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 60947-4-2 ...................................................151
14.3.16 Recommended filters ............................................................................................................152
14.3.17 Types of coordination............................................................................................................152
14.3.18 Fuseless version ...................................................................................................................153
14.3.19 Fused version (line protection only) ......................................................................................154
14.3.20 Fused version with SITOR 3NE1 fuses ................................................................................155
14.3.21 Fused version with SITOR 3NE3/4/8 fuses ..........................................................................156
14.3.22 Motor protection tripping characteristics for 3RW40 (with symmetry) ..................................157
14.3.23 Motor protection tripping characteristics for 3RW40 (with asymmetry) ................................158
15 Dimension drawings ............................................................................................................................ 159
15.1 CAx data ...............................................................................................................................159
16 Typical circuit diagrams ....................................................................................................................... 161
16.1 Typical circuit for the optional thermistor motor protection evaluation .................................161
16.2 Control by pushbutton ...........................................................................................................162
16.2.1 Control of the 3RW30 by pushbutton....................................................................................162
16.2.2 Control of the 3RW40 by pushbutton....................................................................................163
16.3 Control by switch...................................................................................................................165
16.3.1 Control of the 3RW30 by switch ...........................................................................................165
16.3.2 Control of the 3RW40 by switch ...........................................................................................166
16.4 Control in automatic mode ....................................................................................................168
16.4.1 Control of the 3RW30 in automatic mode .............................................................................168
16.4.2 Control of the 3RW40 in automatic mode .............................................................................169
16.5 Control by PLC ......................................................................................................................171
16.5.1 Control of the 3RW30 with 24 V DC by PLC ........................................................................171
16.5.2 Control of the 3RW40 by PLC ..............................................................................................172
16.6 Control with an optional main / line contactor .......................................................................174
16.6.1 Control of the 3RW30 with a main contactor ........................................................................174
16.6.2 Control of the 3RW40 with a main contactor ........................................................................175
16.7 Reversing circuit ...................................................................................................................177
16.7.1 3RW30 reversing circuit ........................................................................................................177
16.7.2 3RW40 reversing circuit ........................................................................................................178
16.8 Control of a magnetic parking brake .....................................................................................180
16.8.1 3RW30 motor with magnetic parking brake ..........................................................................180
16.8.2 3RW402 - 3RW404, control of a motor with a magnetic parking brake ...............................181
16.8.3 3RW405 - 3RW407, control of a motor with a magnetic parking brake ...............................182

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16.9 EMERGENCY STOP ........................................................................................................... 183

16.9.1 3RW30 EMERGENCY STOP and 3TK2823 safety relay .................................................... 183
16.9.2 3RW402 - 3RW404 EMERGENCY STOP and 3TK2823 safety relay ................................ 185
16.9.3 3RW405 - 3RW407 EMERGENCY STOP and 3TK2823 safety relay ................................ 187
16.10 3RW and contactor for emergency starting ......................................................................... 189
16.10.1 3RW30 and contactor for emergency starting ..................................................................... 189
16.10.2 3RW40 and contactor for emergency starting ..................................................................... 190
16.11 Dahlander / multispeed motor .............................................................................................. 192
16.11.1 3RW30 and Dahlander motor starting ................................................................................. 192
16.11.2 3RW402 - 3RW404 and Dahlander motor starting .............................................................. 194
16.11.3 3RW405 - 3RW407 and Dahlander motor starting .............................................................. 195
A Appendix .............................................................................................................................................197
A.1 Configuration data ................................................................................................................ 197
A.2 Table of parameters used .................................................................................................... 199
Index ...................................................................................................................................................201

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Introduction 1
1.1 Important notes
Purpose of this manual

This manual contains fundamental information and practical tips for using SIRIUS soft
starters. The SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters are electronic motor control devices
that facilitate optimal starting and stopping three-phase induction motors.
The manual describes all of the functions of the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters.
Target group
This manual is intended for any user involved in
● Commissioning
● Servicing and maintenance
● Planning and configuring systems
Basic knowledge required

A general knowledge of the field of electrical engineering is required to understand this
manual.
Scope of validity
The manual is valid for the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters. It describes the
components that are valid at the time of publication. SIEMENS reserves the right to include a
Product Information for each new component, and for each component of a later version.
Standards and approvals

The SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters are based on the IEC/EN 60947-4-2 standard.
Disclaimer of liability
It is the responsibility of the manufacturer to ensure that a system or machine is functioning
properly as a whole. SIEMENS AG, its regional offices, and associated companies
(hereinafter referred to as "SIEMENS") cannot guarantee all the properties of a whole plant
system or machine that has not been designed by SIEMENS.
Similarly, SIEMENS can assume no liability for recommendations that appear or are implied
in the following description. No new guarantee, warranty, or liability claims beyond the scope
of the SIEMENS general terms of supply are to be derived or inferred from the following
description.

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1.1 Important notes
Orientation aids
The manual contains various features supporting quick access to specific information:
● At the beginning of the manual you will find a table of contents.
● A comprehensive index at the end of the manual allows quick access to information on
specific subjects.
Selection data and ordering data

You can find additional information about soft starters on the Internet in the Industry Mall.
Here, you have access to
● Catalogs/brochures (http://www.siemens.com/industrial-controls/catalogs)
● Online configuration (http://www.siemens.com/sirius/configurators)

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1.2 Additional documentation
Manuals/operating instructions
At this point, you will find further manuals and operating instructions that may be of interest
to you for your automation system. They are available to download from the Internet free of
charge. You can create your own individual system documentation in mySupport.
Manuals
● Manual - SIRIUS 3RW44 Soft Starter
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/document/21772518)
● Manual PROFINET communication module for SIRIUS 3RW44 soft starter
Operating instructions
● SIRIUS 3RW301/302/303/304 soft starters
● Semiconductor motor controllers
● SIRIUS semiconductor motor controllers
● SIRIUS 3RW405/407 soft starters
● SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starters - Safety and commissioning instructions for hazardous areas
● SIRIUS 3RW442/443/444/445/446 soft starters
Note
The operating instructions are included in the scope of supply.
Interesting links
● FAQs on 3RW soft starters (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/ps/16212/faq)
● Downloads relating to 3RW soft starters
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/ps/16212/dl)
● Manuals in Siemens Industry Online Support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/ps/man)
● Product support for STEP 7 (TIA Portal)
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/de/ps/14672)

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● Further information on PROFINET

(https://www.siemens.com/global/de/home/produkte/automatisierung/industrielle-
kommunikation/profinet.html)
● SIMATIC Modbus/TCP - The easy way to interface SIMATIC controllers to multi-vendor
systems (http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/human-machine-interface/de/kundenspezifische-
produkte/kundenspezifische-
software/Seiten/default.aspx?tabcardname=simatic%20modbus/tcp)
● Premium Efficiency - Efficiency class IE3
(http://w3.siemens.com/mcms/topics/de/applikationsberatung/ie3ready/seiten/default.asp
x)

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1.3 Siemens Industry Online Support
Information and service

At Siemens Industry Online Support you can obtain up-to-date information from our global
support database quickly and simply. To accompany our products and systems, we offer a
wealth of information and services that provide support in every phase of the lifecycle of your
machine or plant – from planning and implementation and commissioning, right through to
maintenance and modernization:
● Product support
● Application examples
● Services
● Forum
● mySupport
Link: Siemens Industry Online Support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/de/en)
Product support
Here you will find all the information and comprehensive know-how for your product:
● FAQs
Our replies to frequently asked questions.
● Manuals/operating instructions
Read online or download, available as PDF or individually configurable.
● Certificates
Clearly sorted according to approving authority, type and country.
● Characteristics
For support in planning and configuring your system.
● Product announcements
The latest information and news concerning our products.
● Downloads
Here you will find updates, service packs, HSPs and much more for your product.
● Application examples
Function blocks, background and system descriptions, performance statements,
demonstration systems, and application examples, clearly explained and represented.
● Technical data
Technical product data for support in planning and implementing your project.
Link: Product support (https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps)

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mySupport
With "mySupport", your personal work area, you get the very best out of your Industry Online
Support experience. Everything enables you to find the right information - every time.
The following functions are now available:
● Personal Messages
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● Requests
Use our online form for specific solution suggestions, or send your technical inquiry
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● Notifications
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● Filter
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Technical Forum
● Favorites / Tagging
Create your own knowledge database by assigning "Favorites" and "Tags" to documents
– simply and efficiently
● Entries last viewed
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● Documentation
Configure your individual documentation from different manuals – quickly and without
complications
● Personal data
Change personal data and contact information here
● CAx data
Simple access to thousands of items of CAx data such as 3D models, 2D dimension
drawings, EPLAN macros, and much more

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1.4 Technical Assistance
1.4 Technical Assistance

Using the support request form in Online Support you can send your query directly to our
Technical Assistance. After describing your query in a few guided steps, you will immediately
be provided with possible suggestions for solving the problem.
Technical Assistance: Telephone: +49 (0) 911-895-5900 (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CET) Fax: +49 (0)
911-895-5907
E-mail (mailto:technical-assistance@siemens.com)
Internet (http://www.siemens.com/sirius/technical-assistance)
1.5 Siemens Industry Online Support app
Siemens Industry Online Support app

You can use the Siemens Industry Online Support app to access all the device-specific
information available on the Siemens Industry Online Support portal for a particular article
number, including operating instructions, manuals, datasheets, FAQs etc.
The Siemens Industry Online Support app is available for iOS, Android or Windows Phone
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Safety information 2
2.1 ESD Guidelines
ESD
All electronic devices are equipped with large-scale integrated ICs or components. Due to
their design, these electronic elements are highly sensitive to overvoltage, and thus to any
electrostatic discharge.
The acronym ESD has become the established designation for such electrostatic sensitive
components/devices. This is also the international abbreviation for such devices.
ESD devices are identified by the following symbol:
NOTICE
Electrostatic discharge
ESD devices can be destroyed by voltages well below the threshold of human perception.
These static voltages develop when you touch a component or electrical connection of a
device without having drained the static charges present on your body. The damage
caused to a device by overvoltage is usually not immediately evident and is only noticed
after an extended period of operation.
Electrostatic charging
Anyone who is not connected to the electrical potential of their surroundings can be
electrostatically charged.
The diagram below shows the maximum electrostatic voltage which may build up on a
person coming into contact with the materials specified in the diagram. These values
correspond to IEC 801-2 specifications.

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Safety information
2.1 ESD Guidelines
Basic protective measures against electrostatic discharge

● Make sure the grounding is good:
When handling electrostatic sensitive devices, ensure that your body, the workplace and
packaging are grounded. In this way, you can avoid becoming electrostatically charged.
● Avoid direct contact:
As a general rule, only touch electrostatic sensitive devices when this is unavoidable (e.g.
during maintenance work). Handle the devices without touching any chip pins or PCB
traces. In this way, the discharged energy cannot reach or damage sensitive devices.
Discharge your body before taking any necessary measurements on a device. Do so by
touching grounded metallic parts. Use only grounded measuring instruments.

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2.2 Reactive power compensation
2.2 Reactive power compensation
Capacitors for improving the power factor (reactive power compensation)

Capacitors may not be connected to the output terminals of the 3RW52 soft starter.
Connecting capacitors to the output terminals will damage the 3RW52 soft starter.
Active filters, e.g. for reactive power compensation, must not be operated parallel to the
motor control device.
If capacitors are to be used to correct the power factor (actively or passively), they must be
connected on the line side of the device. They must not actively control the power factor
during the starting and coasting down phases. If a contactor disconnector or main contactor
are used together with the electronic 3RW52 soft starter, the capacitors must be
disconnected from the 3RW52 soft starter when the contactor is open.
2.3 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) according to IEC 60947-4-1

This product is designed for Environment A. It may produce radio interference in domestic
environments, in which case the user may be required to take adequate mitigation
measures.

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2.4 Security information
2.4 Security information

Siemens provides products and solutions with industrial security functions that support the
secure operation of plants, systems, machines, and networks.
In order to protect plants, systems, machines and networks against cyber threats, it is
necessary to implement – and continuously maintain – a holistic, state-of-the-art industrial
security concept. Siemens’ products and solutions only form one element of such a concept.
Customer is responsible to prevent unauthorized access to its plants, systems, machines
and networks. Systems, machines and components should only be connected to the
enterprise network or the internet if and to the extent necessary and with appropriate security
measures (e.g. use of firewalls and network segmentation) in place.
Additionally, Siemens’ guidance on appropriate security measures should be taken into
account. You can find more information about industrial security by visiting:
https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity.
Siemens’ products and solutions undergo continuous development to make them more
secure. Siemens strongly recommends you apply product updates as soon as available and
always use the latest product versions. Use of product versions that are no longer supported,
and failure to apply latest updates may increase customer’s exposure to cyber threats.
To stay informed about product updates, subscribe to the Siemens Industrial Security RSS
Feed under
https://www.siemens.com/industrialsecurity.

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2.5 Recycling and disposal
2.5 Recycling and disposal

For environmentally friendly recycling and disposal of your old device, please contact a
company certified for the disposal of old electrical and/or electronic devices and dispose of
the device in accordance with the regulations in your country.
2.6 Before commencing work: Isolating the equipment from the supply
system and ensuring that it cannot be reconnected.
DANGER
Hazardous voltage Will cause death or serious injury.
• Disconnect the system and all devices from the power supply before starting work.
• Secure against switching on again.
• Verify that the equipment is not live.
• Ground and short-circuit.
• Erect barriers around or cover adjacent live parts.
DANGER
Hazardous voltage Will cause death or serious injury.
Qualified Personnel.
The equipment / system may only be commissioned and operated by qualified personnel.
For the purpose of the safety information in these Operating Instructions, a "qualified
person" is someone who is authorized to energize, ground, and tag equipment, systems,
and circuits in accordance with established safety procedures.

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2.7 Five safety rules for work in or on electrical systems
2.7 Five safety rules for work in or on electrical systems

A set of rules, which are summarized in DIN VDE 0105 as the "five safety rules", are defined
for work in or on electrical systems as a preventative measure against electrical accidents:
1. Isolate
2. Secure against switching on again
3. Verify that the equipment is not live
4. Ground and short-circuit
5. Erect barriers around or cover adjacent live parts
These five safety rules must be applied in the above order prior to starting work on an
electrical system. After completing the work, proceed in the reverse order.
It is assumed that every electrician is familiar with these rules.
Explanations
1. The isolating distances between live and deenergized parts of the system must vary
according to the operating voltage that is applied.
"Isolate" refers to the all-pole disconnection of live parts.
All-pole disconnection can be achieved, e.g. by.:
- Switching off the miniature circuit breaker
- Switching off the motor circuit breaker
- Unscrewing fusible links
- Removing LV HRC fuses
2. The feeder must be secured against inadvertent restarting to ensure that it remains
isolated for the duration of the work. This can be achieved, for instance, by securing the
motor and miniature circuit breakers with lockable blocking elements in the disconnected
state, either using a lock or by unscrewing the fuses.
3. The deenergized state of the equipment should be verified using suitable test equipment,
e.g. a two-pole voltmeter. Single-pole test pins are not suitable for this purpose. The
absence of power must be established for all poles, phase to phase, and phase to N/PE.
4. Grounding and short-circuiting are only mandatory if the system has a nominal voltage
greater than 1 kV. In this case, the system should always be grounded first and then
connected to the live parts to be short-circuited.
5. These parts should be covered, or barriers erected around them, to avoid accidental
contact during the work with adjacent parts that are still live.

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3.1 Fields of application
Soft starters are used to start three-phase induction motors with reduced torque and reduced
starting current.
SIRIUS soft starter family

The SIEMENS SIRIUS soft starter family comprises three different versions with different
functionalities and prices.
3RW30 and 3RW40

Simple or standard applications are covered by the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters
and are described in this manual.
3RW44
The SIRIUS 3RW44 soft starter is used if higher functionality is specified, e.g.
communication over PROFIBUS or the availability of measuring and monitoring values, as
well as for ultra-heavy-duty starting. The SIRIUS 3RW44 soft starter is described in a
separate system manual.
Download from 3RW44 manual
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/de/21772518).

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3.2 Functional principle of the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters
The SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters have two antiparallel thyristors in two out of the
three phases. One thyristor for the positive half-wave and one for the negative half-wave is
provided in each phase (refer to Fig. "Phase angle control and schematic diagram of a two-
phase controlled soft starter with integral bypass contacts"). The current in the third,
uncontrolled phase is the sum of the currents in the controlled phases.
The rms value of the motor voltage is increased (from a settable starting voltage) to the rated
motor voltage within a definable starting time by means of the phase angle control.
The motor current changes in proportion to the voltage applied to the motor. As a result, the
starting current is reduced by the factor of this voltage.
There is a quadratic relationship between the torque and the voltage applied to the motor. As
a result, the starting torque is reduced quadratically in relation to this voltage.
Example
SIEMENS 1LG4253AA motor (55 kW)

Rated data at 400 V
Pe: 55 kW
Ie: 100 A
Idirect starting: Approx. 700 A
Me: 355 Nm; e.g.: Me = 9.55 x 55 kW x
ne: 1480 rpm
Mdirect starting: Approx. 700 Nm
Set starting voltage: 50 % (½ of mains voltage)
=> Istarting ½ of direct starting current (approx. 350 A)
=> Mstarting ¼ of direct starting torque (approx. 175 Nm)

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The diagrams below show the starting current and torque characteristics for a three-phase
induction motor in combination with a soft starter:
Figure 3-1 Reduced current characteristic of a three-phase induction motor during starting with a
SIRIUS 3RW30 or 3RW40 soft starter
Figure 3-2 Reduced torque characteristic of a three-phase induction motor during starting with a
SIRIUS 3RW30 or 3RW40 soft starter
Soft start /soft stop

This means that, since the motor voltage is controlled by the electronic soft starter during the
startup process, the consumed starting current and the starting torque generated in the
motor are also controlled.
The same principle is applied during the stop process. This ensures that the torque
generated in the motor is gradually reduced, so that the application can stop smoothly (the
soft stop function is only supported by the 3RW40).

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The frequency remains constant during this process and corresponds to the mains
frequency, in contrast to frequency controlled starting and stopping of a frequency converter.
Bypass mode
Once the motor has been started up correctly, the thyristors are subject to fully advanced
control, meaning that the whole mains voltage is applied to the motor terminals. As the motor
voltage does not have to be controlled during operation, the thyristors are bridged by integral
bypass contacts that are rated for AC1 current. This minimizes the waste heat generated
during uninterrupted duty (which is caused by the thyristor's power loss), and minimizes
heating up of the switching device's environment.
The bypass contacts are protected by an integrated, electronic arc quenching system during
operation. If they are opened in the event of a fault, e.g. if the control voltage is temporarily
interrupted, mechanical vibrations occur, or the coil operating mechanism or the main
contact spring has reached the end of its service life and is defective, the equipment is not
damaged.
The diagram below shows the method of operation of the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft
starters:
Figure 3-3 Phase angle control and schematic diagram of a two-phase controlled soft starter with integral bypass
contacts
3.2.1 Method of operation of a two-phase controlled soft starter

A special method of operation is used for the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 two-phase
controlled soft starters based on SIEMENS' patented "polarity balancing" control principle.

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Two-phase control
The SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters are two-phase controlled soft starters, in other
words they are designed with two antiparallel thyristors in each of phases L1 and L3. Phase
2 is an uncontrolled phase, which is merely guided through the starter by a copper
connection.
In a two-phase controlled soft starter, the current that results from the superimposition of the
two controlled phases flows in the uncontrolled phase. The main advantages of two-phase
control include the more compact size compared to a three-phase version and the lower
hardware costs.
The occurrence of DC components, caused by the phase angle and the overlapping phase
currents, is a negative physical effect of two-phase control during the startup process that
can mean a louder noise is produced by the motor. The "polarity balancing" control principle
was developed and patented by SIEMENS to prevent these DC components during starting.
Figure 3-4 Current characteristic and occurrence of DC components in the three phases without "polarity balancing"
Polarity balancing
"Polarity balancing" effectively eliminates these DC components during the ramp-up phase.
It allows the motor to be started up with a constant speed, torque, and current rise.
The acoustic quality of the startup process comes very close to that of a three-phase
controlled startup. This is made possible by the continuous dynamic alignment and balancing
of current half-waves with different polarities during the motor startup.
Figure 3-5 Current characteristic in the three phases without DC components thanks to "polarity balancing"

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3.2.2 Starting current asymmetry

With two-phase control the starting current is asymmetrical for physical reasons, because
the current in the uncontrolled phase is the sum of the currents in the two controlled phases.
This asymmetry can be as much as 30 to 40% during starting (current ratio: maximum
deviation from mean value to mean value).
Even though this cannot be influenced, it is not critical in most applications. It could cause an
insufficiently rated fuse to trip in the uncontrolled phase, for instance. For recommended fuse
ratings, refer to the tables in chapter Technical data (Page 127).
Figure 3-6 Starting current asymmetry
Note
If wye-delta starters are exchanged for soft starters in an existing system, you should check
the fuse ratings in the feeder in order to avoid false tripping. This is particularly important in
connection with heavy-duty starting or if the fuse that is installed has already been operated
close to the thermal tripping limit with the wye-delta assembly.
All elements of the main circuit (such as fuses, motor starter protectors, and switching
devices) must be dimensioned for direct starting and according to the on-site short-circuit
conditions, and ordered separately.
For recommended fuse and motor starter protector ratings for the feeder with soft starter,
refer to chapter Technical data (Page 127).

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3.2.3 Applications and use
Applications and selection criteria

The SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters represent a good alternative to direct or wye-
delta starters.
The most important advantages are:
● Soft start
● Soft stop (3RW40 only)
● Uninterrupted switching without current peaks that place a heavy load on the system
● Simple installation and commissioning
● Compact, space-saving design
Applications
The typical applications include:
● Conveyor belts
● Roller conveyors
● Compressors
● Fans
● Pumps
● Hydraulic pumps
● Agitators
● Circular saws / band saws
Advantages
Conveyor belts and transport systems:
● Smooth starting
● Smooth stopping
Rotary pumps and piston pumps:
● No pressure surges
● Increased service life of the pipe system
Agitators and mixers:
● Reduced starting current
Fans:
● Protection for the gearbox and V belt

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3.3 Comparison of device functions
3.3 Comparison of device functions

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3.4 Accessories
3.4 Accessories
3.4.1 Accessories for 3RW30 soft starters
① 3RW30 soft starter

② Link module for circuit breaker/motor starter protector
③ Terminal cover for box terminals (S2, S3)
④ Terminal cover for cable lug connection and busbar connection (S3)
⑤ Auxiliary terminal (S3)
⑥ Infeed terminal (S00, S0)

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3.4 Accessories
3.4.2 Accessories for 3RW40 soft starters
① 3RW40 soft starter

② Link module for circuit breaker/motor starter protector
③ Terminal cover for box terminals (S2, S3)
④ Terminal cover for cable lug connection and busbar connection (S3)
⑤ Auxiliary terminal (S3)
⑥ Infeed terminal (S0)
⑦ Fan
⑧ Sealable cover

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Product combinations 4
4.1 SIRIUS modular system
Switching, protecting, and starting motors

In order to simplify the assembly of load feeders, the SIRIUS modular system offers standard
components that are optimally harmonized and are easy to combine. Just 7 sizes cover the
entire performance range up to 250 kW / 300 hp. The individual switching devices can be
assembled to form complete load feeders, either using link modules or by mounting directly.
For a selection of matching device combinations, e.g. soft starters and motor starter
protectors, refer to chapter Technical data (Page 127).
For further information on individual products, refer to System manual
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/en/39740306) "SIRIUS Innovations",
Order No. 3ZX1012-0RA01-1AB1.

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Product combinations
4.1 SIRIUS modular system
Figure 4-1 SIRIUS modular system

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5.1 Start modes
You can choose between different startup functions reflecting the wide range of applications
and functionality of the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters. The motor start can be
optimally adapted to each particular application.
5.1.1 Voltage ramp

The SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters achieve soft starting by means of a voltage
ramp. The motor terminal voltage is increased from a parameterizable starting voltage up to
the mains voltage within a definable ramp-up time.
Starting voltage
The starting voltage determines the starting torque of the motor. A lower starting voltage
results in a lower starting torque and a lower starting current. The starting voltage selected
must be sufficiently high to ensure that motor starts up smoothly as soon as the start
command is received by the soft starter.
Ramp time
The length of the set ramp time determines the time taken to increase the motor voltage from
the parameterized starting voltage to the mains voltage. This influences the motor's
acceleration torque, which drives the load during the ramp-up process. A longer ramp time
results in a lower acceleration torque as the motor is started up. The startup is slower and
smoother as a result. The ramp time should be long enough for the motor to reach its
nominal speed. If the time selected is too short, in other words if the ramp time ends before
the motor has started up successfully, a very high starting current that can even equal the
direct starting current at the same speed occurs at this instant.
The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter limits the current to the value set with the current limiting
potentiometer (refer to chapter Current limiting and ramp-up detection (3RW40 only)
(Page 38)). As soon as the current limiting value is also reached, the voltage ramp or the
ramp time is interrupted and the motor is started with the current limiting value until it has
started up successfully. In this case, the motor ramp-up time may be longer than the
maximum parameterizable 20 seconds ramp time (for further information about the
maximum ramp-up times and switching frequencies, refer to chapter 3RW40 2. to 7. power
electronics (Page 145) ff).

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5.1 Start modes
The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter has intrinsic device protection, current limiting, and ramp-up
detection functions. These functions do not form part of the SIRIUS 3RW30 soft starter.
NOTICE
Risk of property damage
When using the 3RW30: Make sure the selected ramp time is longer than the actual motor
ramp-up time. If not, the SIRIUS 3RW30 may be damaged because the internal bypass
contacts close when the set ramp time elapses. If the motor has not finished starting up, an
AC3 current that could damage the bypass contact system will flow.
When using the 3RW40: The 3RW40 has an integrated ramp-up detection function that
prevents this operating state from occurring.
The maximum ramp time for the SIRIUS 3RW30 soft starter is 20 seconds An appropriately
dimensioned SIRIUS 3RW40 or 3RW44 soft starter should be chosen for startup processes
with a motor ramp-up time > 20 seconds.
Figure 5-1 Principle of the voltage ramp

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Figure 5-2 Principle of the voltage ramp for the torque characteristic
Figure 5-3 Principle of the voltage ramp for the starting current characteristic
Typical applications of the voltage ramp

The voltage ramp principle is valid for all applications, e.g. pumps, compressors, conveyor
belts.

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5.1 Start modes
5.1.2 Current limiting and ramp-up detection (3RW40 only)

The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter measures the phase current (motor current) continuously
with the help of integrated current transformers.
The motor current that flows during the startup process can be actively limited by means of
the soft starter. The current limiting function takes priority over the voltage ramp function. As
soon as a parameterizable current limit is reached, in other words, the voltage ramp is
interrupted and the motor is started with the current limiting value until it has started up
successfully. The current limiting function is always active with SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starters.
If the current limiting potentiometer is set to clockwise stop, the starting current is limited to
the maximum possible current (refer to chapter Setting the current limiting value (Page 114)).
Current limiting value

The current limiting value is set to the current required during starting as a factor of the rated
motor current (refer to chapter Setting the current limiting value (Page 114)). Since the
starting current is asymmetrical, the set current corresponds to the arithmetic mean value for
the three phases.
Example
If the current limiting value is set to 100 A, the currents might be approx. 80 A in L1, 120 A in
L2, and 100 A in L3 (refer to chapter Starting current asymmetry (Page 28)).
As soon as the selected current limiting value is reached, the motor voltage is reduced or
controlled by the soft starter to prevent the current from exceeding the limit. The set current
limiting value must be high enough to ensure that the torque generated in the motor is
sufficient to accelerate the motor to nominal speed. Three to four times the value of the
motor's rated operational current (Ie) can be assumed as typical here.
The current limiting function is always active because it is required by the intrinsic device
protection. If the current limiting potentiometer is set to clockwise stop, the starting current is
limited to the maximum possible current (refer to chapter Setting the current limiting value
(Page 114)).

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5.1 Start modes
Ramp-up detection (3RW40 only)

The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter is equipped with an integrated ramp-up detection function. If
it detects a motor startup, the motor voltage is immediately increased to 100% of the mains
voltage. The internal bypass contacts close and the thyristors are bridged.
Figure 5-4 Current limiting with soft starter
Typical applications for current limiting

Current limiting is used for applications with large centrifugal masses (mass inertias) and
therefore longer starting times, e.g. fans, circular saws etc.

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5.2 Stop modes
5.2 Stop modes

You can choose between different stop modes reflecting the wide range of applications for
SIRIUS soft starters. The motor stop can be optimally adapted to each particular application.
If a start command is issued during the stop process, the process is interrupted and the
motor is started again with the set start mode.
Note
If you select "soft stop" (3RW40 only) as the stop mode, the feeder (soft starter, cables,
feeder protective devices, and motor) may need to be dimensioned for higher values
because the current exceeds the rated motor current during the stop process.
5.2.1 Stop without load (3RW30 and 3RW40)

"Stop without load" means the power supplied to the motor via the soft starter is interrupted
when the ON command is removed from the starter. The motor coasts to a standstill, driven
only by the mass inertia (centrifugal mass) of the rotor and load. This is also referred to as a
natural stop. A large centrifugal mass means a longer stop time without load.
Typical applications for stop without load

Stop without load is used for loads that place no special demands on the startup
characteristic, e.g. fans.

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5.2 Stop modes
5.2.2 Soft stop (3RW40 only)

In "soft stop" mode, the natural stop process of the load is decelerated. The function is used
when the load must be prevented from stopping abruptly. This is typically the case in
applications with a low mass inertia or a high counter-torque.
Ramp-down time
The "Ramp-down time" potentiometer on the soft starter allows you to specify how long
power should still be supplied to the motor after the ON command is removed. The torque
generated in the motor is reduced by means of a voltage ramp function within this ramp-
down time and the application stops smoothly.
If the motor is stopped abruptly in pump applications, as is normal with wye-delta or direct
starting, for instance, water hammer can occur. Water hammer is caused by the sudden flow
separation, leading to pressure fluctuations on the pump. It has the effect of producing noise
and mechanical impacts on the pipelines as well as on any flaps and valves installed there.
Water hammer can be reduced compared to direct or wye-delta starting by using the SIRIUS
3RW40 soft starter. An optimum pump stop is achieved using a SIRIUS 3RW44 soft starter
with an integrated pump stop function (refer to chapter Comparison of device functions
(Page 30)).
Typical applications for soft stop

Use soft stop for
● Pumps to reduce water hammer.
● Conveyor belts to prevent the conveyed product from tilting.

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5.3 Motor protection / intrinsic device protection (3RW40 only)
Note
If the soft starter is disconnected because the motor overload protection or the intrinsic
device protection trips, you must wait a defined cooling time (recovery time) prior to
acknowledging the fault or starting the motor again. (Motor overload tripping time: 5 minutes,
temperature sensor: after cooling,
intrinsic device protection tripping time:
- 30 seconds upon overload of the thyristors,
- 60 seconds upon overload of the bypasses)
5.3.1 Motor protection function

The motor overload protection function is implemented on the basis of the winding
temperature. This indicates whether the motor is overloaded or functioning in the normal
operating range.
The winding temperature can either be calculated with the help of the integrated, electronic
motor overload function or measured with a connected motor thermistor.
The two types of protection must be combined to achieve full motor protection. This
combination is recommended to protect the motor optimally.
Note
Thermistor motor protection evaluation
The thermistor motor protection evaluation function is optionally available for the SIRIUS
3RW402 to 3RW404 soft starters in the 24 V AC/DC control voltage version.
Motor overload protection

The current flow during motor operation is measured by measuring the current with
transformers integrated in the soft starter. The temperature rise in the winding is calculated
based on the rated operational current set for the motor.
A trip is generated by the soft starter when the characteristic is reached, depending on the
trip class (CLASS setting).
ATEX
"Increased safety" type of protection EEx e acc. to ATEX Directive 94/9/EC
The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter sizes S0 to S12 are suitable for starting explosion-proof
motors with the "increased safety" type of protection EEx e (type of protection / marking: Ex
II (2) GD).

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Wire the fault output (95 96) to an upstream switching device in such a way that if a fault
occurs, this device disconnects the feeder (refer to Fig. "3RW40 wiring fault with 3RV").
Figure 5-5 3RW40 wiring fault
Figure 5-6 3RW40 wiring fault with 3RV

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For further information, refer to the operating instructions, Order No. 3ZX1012-0RW40-1CA1
(http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/de/22809303).
WARNING
Danger of death or serious injury.
The 3RW40 is not suitable for installation in hazardous areas. The device is only allowed to
be installed in a control cabinet with the IP4x degree of protection. Appropriate measures
(e.g. encapsulation) must be taken if it is to be installed in a hazardous area.
Note
Devices with ATEX and IECEx approval may be repaired only at the manufacture's plant.
Make sure that devices with ATEX and IECEx approval are repaired only at the
manufacture's plant. A repair that is not performed in the manufacturer’s plant will result in
loss of ATEX/IECEx approval.
Trip class (electronic overload protection)

The trip class (CLASS) specifies the maximum time within which a protective device must
trip from a cold state at 7.2 x the rated operational current (motor protection to IEC 60947).
The tripping characteristics represent this time as a function of the tripping current (refer to
chapter Motor protection tripping characteristics for 3RW40 (with symmetry) (Page 157)).
You can set different CLASS characteristics according to the startup class.
Note
The rated data of the soft starters refers to normal starting (CLASS 10). The starters may
need to be calculated with a size allowance for heavy-duty starting (> CLASS 10). You can
only set a rated motor current that is lower than the soft starter rated current (for the
permissible settings, refer to chapter Technical data (Page 127)).
Recovery time (motor overload protection)

A recovery time of 5 minutes, during which the motor cools down and cannot be restarted,
starts if the thermal motor model is tripped.

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Protection against voltage failure in the event of a fault

If the control supply voltage fails during a trip, the current tripping state of the thermal motor
model and the current recovery time are stored in the soft starter. When the control supply
voltage is restored, the current tripping state of the thermal motor model and the intrinsic
device protection prior to the power failure are likewise automatically restored. If the control
voltage is disconnected during operation (without a preceding fault trip), the starter is not
protected against voltage failure.
Temperature sensor
Note
Temperature sensor
The temperature sensor evaluation function is optionally available for the SIRIUS 3RW4024
to 3RW4047 soft starters in the 24 V AC/DC control voltage version.
This motor protection function measures the motor's stator winding temperature directly with
the help of a sensor installed in the motor, in other words the motor must have a sensor
wound into the stator winding.
You can choose between two different sensor types for the evaluation.
1. Type A PTC thermistors ("type A sensors") for connection to terminals T11/21 and T12
2. Thermoclick sensors for connection to terminals T11/21 and T22
The wiring and sensors are monitored for wire breakage and short-circuits.
Recovery time (thermistor motor protection)

If the thermistor motor protection is tripped, the soft starter cannot be restarted until the
sensor installed in the motor has cooled down. The recovery time varies according to the
temperature state of the sensor.
5.3.2 Intrinsic device protection (3RW40 only)
Thyristor protection (thermal)

SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starters are equipped with integrated intrinsic device protection to
prevent thermal overloading of the thyristors.
This is achieved on the one hand by means of current measuring transformers in the three
phases and on the other, by measuring the temperature with temperature sensors on the
thyristor's heat sink.
If the fixed, internally set trip value is exceeded, the soft starter is automatically
disconnected.

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Recovery time (intrinsic device protection)

If the intrinsic device protection is tripped, the soft starter cannot be restarted until a recovery
time of at least 30 seconds has elapsed upon overload of the thyristors and at least
60 seconds upon overload of the bypasses.
Thyristor protection (short-circuit)

SITOR semiconductor fuses must be connected upstream to protect the thyristors against
short-circuits (e.g. in case of cable damage or an interturn fault in the motor; refer to chapter
Soft starter assembly with type of coordination 2 (Page 74)). For the fuse selection tables,
Protection against voltage failure (in the event of a fault)

If the control supply voltage fails during a trip, the current tripping state of the thermal
intrinsic device protection model and the current recovery time are stored in the soft starter.
When the control supply voltage is restored, the current tripping state of the thermal intrinsic
device protection prior to the power failure are likewise automatically restored.
Note
If the control voltage is disconnected during operation (e.g. in "automatic mode"), the starter
is not protected against voltage failure. You must wait five minutes between two starts to
ensure that the motor protection and the intrinsic device protection are working correctly.

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5.4 Functions of the RESET buttons
5.4.1 SIRIUS 3RW402, 3RW403 and 3RW404 soft starters
5.4.1.1 Setting the RESET MODE
RESET MODE button

By pressing the RESET MODE button, you define the reset procedure in case of a fault. This
is indicated by the RESET MODE LED.
Note
On the SIRIUS 3RW402. soft starter, the RESET MODE button is located underneath the
label (refer to chapter Operator controls, displays, and connections on the 3RW40
(Page 82)).
Auto RESET Yellow

Manual RESET Off (factory setting)
Remote RESET Green

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5.4.1.2 Manual RESET

Manual RESET via RESET/TEST button (LED RESET MODE off)
You can reset a fault by pressing the RESET/TEST button.
5.4.1.3 Remote RESET

Remote RESET (LED RESET MODE green)
You can reset a pending error message by removing the control feed voltage for more than
1.5 s.
5.4.1.4 Auto RESET

Auto RESET (LED RESET MODE yellow)
If you set the RESET mode to AUTO, a fault is automatically reset.
● If the motor overload protection function trips: after 5 minutes
● On tripping the intrinsic device protection:
- after 30 seconds upon overload of the thyristors,
- after 60 seconds upon overload of the bypasses
● If the thermistor evaluation function trips: after the temperature sensor in the motor has
cooled down
WARNING
Automatic restart
Danger of death, serious injury, or property damage.
The automatic reset mode (AUTO RESET) must not be used in applications where there
is a risk of serious injury to persons or substantial damage to property if the motor starts
up again unexpectedly. The start command (e.g. issued by a contact or the PLC) must
be reset prior to issuing a RESET command because the motor attempts to restart
again automatically following this RESET command if a start command is still present.
This particularly applies if the motor protection has tripped. For safety reasons, you are
advised to integrate the group fault output (terminals 95 and 96) in the controller.

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5.4.1.5 Acknowledging faults

For information on whether faults can be acknowledged, and on the corresponding LED and
output contact states, refer to chapter Messages and diagnosis (Page 57).
5.4.2 SIRIUS 3RW405 and 3RW407 soft starters
5.4.2.1 Setting the RESET MODE
Auto RESET Yellow

Manual RESET / (remote RESET) Off (factory setting)
RESET MODE button

By pressing the RESET MODE button, you define the reset procedure in case of a fault. This
is indicated by the AUTO LED.
5.4.2.2 Manual RESET

Manual RESET with the RESET/TEST button (LED AUTO is off)
You can reset a fault by pressing the RESET/TEST button.

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5.4.2.3 Auto RESET

Auto RESET (AUTO LED is yellow)
If you set the RESET mode to AUTO, the fault is automatically reset.
● If the motor overload protection function trips: after 5 minutes
● On tripping the intrinsic device protection:
- after 30 seconds upon overload of the thyristors,
- after 60 seconds upon overload of the bypasses
WARNING
Automatic restart
Can result in death, serious injury, or property damage.
The automatic reset mode (AUTO RESET) must not be used in applications where there
is a risk of serious injury to persons or substantial damage to property if the motor starts
up again unexpectedly. The start command (e.g. issued by a contact or the PLC) must
be reset prior to issuing a RESET command because the motor attempts to restart
again automatically following this RESET command if a start command is still present.
This particularly applies if the motor protection has tripped. For safety reasons, you are
advised to integrate the group fault output (terminals 95 and 96) in the controller.
5.4.2.4 Acknowledging faults

For information on whether faults can be acknowledged, and on the corresponding LED and
output contact states, refer to chapter Messages and diagnosis (Page 57).
5.4.3 Other functions of the RESET button
5.4.3.1 Motor protection trip test

You initiate a motor overload trip by pressing the RESET / TEST button for longer than five
seconds. The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter is tripped by the fault signal at the OVERLOAD
LED, the FAILURE / OVERLOAD contact 95-98 closes, and the motor that is connected and
running is switched off.
RESET/TEST button of 3RW402, 3RW403 RESET/TEST button of 3RW405 and

and 3RW404 3RW407

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5.4.3.2 Reparameterizing the ON / RUN output contact

For information about reparameterizing the output with the RESET / TEST button, refer to
chapter Parameterizing the 3RW40 outputs (Page 123) .
5.4.4 Reset options for fault acknowledgement
Fault RESET MODE

Manual RESET Auto RESET Remote RESET
Line fault (missing line voltage, phase + — +
failure, missing load)
Ie /CLASS setting not permissible + — +
Asymmetry + — +
Self-protection thyristor + + +
Self-protection bypass + + +
Motor protection + + +
Thermistor motor protection + + +
Supply voltage not permissible Automatic Automatic Automatic

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5.5 Functions of the inputs
5.5.1 Start input (terminal 1) on 3RW30 and 3RW402 to 3RW404

Rated control voltage is present at terminal A1 / A2: The startup process of the soft starter
begins when a signal is present at terminal 1 (IN). The starter operates until the signal is
removed again.
If a ramp-down time is parameterized (3RW40 only), a soft stop starts as soon as the signal
is removed.
The potential of the signal at terminal 1 must correspond to the potential of the rated control
voltage at terminal A1 / A2.
For recommended circuits, e.g. control by means of pushbuttons, contactor contacts, or a

PLC, refer to chapter Typical circuit diagrams (Page 161).

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5.5.2 Start input (terminal 3) on 3RW405 and 3RW407

Rated control voltage is present at terminal A1 / A2: The startup process of the soft starter
begins when a signal is present at terminal 3 (IN). The starter operates until the signal is
removed again. If a ramp-down time is parameterized, a soft stop starts as soon as the
signal is removed.
The 24 V DC control voltage supplied by the soft starter must be taken from terminal 1 (+) as
voltage for the signal at terminal 3.
If you select direct control by a PLC, the "M" of the PLC's reference potential must be
connected to terminal 2 (-).
For recommended circuits, e.g. control by means of pushbuttons, contactor contacts, or a

PLC, refer to chapter Typical circuit diagrams (Page 161).
5.5.3 Thermistor input / connection on 3RW402 to 3RW404

24 V AC/DC rated control voltage
After removing the copper jumper between T11/21 and T22, you can connect and evaluate
either a Klixon thermistor integrated in the motor winding (at terminal T11/T21-T22) or a type
A PTC (at terminal T11/T21-T12).
Klixon Type A PTC

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5.6 Functions of the outputs
5.6.1 3RW30: Output terminal 13 / 14 ON

The potential-free output contact at terminal 13/14 (ON) closes if a signal is present at
terminal 1 (IN); it remains closed until the start command is removed.
The output can be used, for instance, to control a line contactor connected upstream or to
implement latching if you selected pushbutton control. For recommended circuits, refer to
chapter Typical circuit diagrams (Page 161).
For a state diagram of the contact in the various operating states, refer to chapter Messages
and diagnosis (Page 57).
5.6.2 3RW40: Output terminals 13 / 14 ON / RUN and 23 / 24 BYPASSED
ON
The potential-free output contact at terminal 13/14 (ON) closes if a signal is present at
terminal 1 (IN); it remains closed until the start command is removed (factory default). The
ON function can be used, for instance, as a latching contact if you selected pushbutton
control.

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Reparameterizing from ON to RUN

You can reparameterize the function of the ON output on the 3RW40 to RUN by
simultaneously pressing the RESET TEST and RESET MODE buttons (refer to chapter
Commissioning the 3RW40 (Page 109)).
RUN
The RUN output remains closed as long as the motor is controlled by the soft starter, in other
words during the startup phase, in bypass mode, and during the soft stop (if set). This output
function can be used, for instance, if a line contactor connected upstream must be controlled
by the soft starter, especially if the soft stop function is set.
BYPASSED
The BYPASSED function can be used, for instance, to indicate that the motor has started up
successfully.
The BYPASSED output at terminal 23 / 24 closes as soon as the SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter
detects that the motor has started up (refer to chapter Ramp-up detection (Page 117)).
The integral bypass contacts simultaneously close and the thyristors are bridged. The
integral bypass contacts and output 23 / 24 open again as soon as the start input IN is
removed.
For a state diagram of the contacts and the LEDs in the various operating and fault states,
refer to chapter Messages and diagnosis (Page 57).
For recommended circuits, refer to chapter Typical circuit diagrams (Page 161).

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5.6.3 3RW40: Group fault output at terminal 95 / 96 / 98 OVERLOAD / FAILURE

If there is no rated control voltage or if a failure occurs, the potential-free FAILURE /
OVERLOAD output is switched.
For a state diagram of the contacts in the various fault and operating states, refer to chapter
Messages and diagnosis (Page 57).

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Messages and diagnosis 6
6.1 3RW30: LEDs
1) The fault is automatically reset by an outgoing event. An automatic restart is initiated and
the 3RW restarted if a start command is present at the input.
WARNING
Automatic restart
Danger of death, serious injury, or property damage.
If you do not want the motor to start automatically, you must integrate suitable additional
components, e.g. phase failure or load monitoring devices, into the control and main
circuits.
2) The fault can be acknowledged by removing the start command at the start input.
3) Switch off the control voltage, then switch it on again. If the fault is still present, contact
your SIEMENS partner or Technical Assistance (Page 15).

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6.2 3RW30: Troubleshooting
Fault Cause Remedy

Impermissible electronics The control supply voltage does not corre- Check the control supply voltage; an incorrect
supply voltage spond to the soft starter's rated voltage. control supply voltage could be caused by a
power failure or a voltage dip.
Bypass overload A current > 3.5 x Ie of the soft starter oc- Check the motor and load, and check the soft
curs for > 60 ms in bypass mode (e.g. starter's dimensions.
because the motor is blocked).
Missing load voltage, phase Cause 1: Phase L1 / L2 / L3 is missing at Connect L1 / L2 / L3 or correct the voltage
failure / missing load the start of soft starting or fails / collapses dip.
when the motor is operating. Note:
A trip occurs if a phase failure is detected As soon as the motor is in run-up or bypass
by the 3RW30 at the start of soft starting: mode, these faults are no loner detected. The
• at the beginning of starting: tripping soft starter does not go to a fault state in
time t > 0.5 s these cases, and contact 13-14 remains
closed.
• in run-up or in bypass mode: phase
If the phase failure occurs in the uncontrolled
failure not detected
phase, the response varies depending on
whether the control voltage has a reference or
connection to the AC network, or whether it is
isolated:
• If the control voltage is isolated, the phase
failure of the uncontrolled phase will also
be detected when the motor is switched
off. With an On command, the 3RW30
goes immediately to a fault state, and con-
tact 13 / 14 does not close.
• If the control voltage has a reference to
the AC network, the phase failure of the
uncontrolled phase is not detected, and
with an On command, the soft starter at-
tempts to start the motor. This can cause
the motor to hum.
Cause 2: a motor that is not powerful Connect a motor with a higher rated opera-
enough is connected. tional current, or select a different soft starter.
A trip occurs if the current flowing through Note:
the 3RW30 soft starter at the start of soft As soon as the motor is in run-up or bypass
starting is less than 10% of the rated op- mode, these faults are no loner detected. The
erational current of the 3RW30, or less soft starter does not go to a fault state in
than 1 A. these cases, and contact 13-14 remains
closed.
Cause 3: Motor phase T1 / T2 / T3 is not Connect the motor properly (e.g. jumpers in
connected. the motor terminal box, repair switch closed
etc.)
Device error Soft starter defective. Contact your SIEMENS partner or Technical
Assistance (Page 15).

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6.3 3RW402 / 3RW403 / 3RW404: LEDs
6.3 3RW402 / 3RW403 / 3RW404: LEDs

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6.3 3RW402 / 3RW403 / 3RW404: LEDs
WARNING
Automatic restart
The automatic reset mode (AUTO RESET) must not be used in applications where there is
a risk of serious injury to persons or substantial damage to property if the motor starts up
again unexpectedly. The start command (e.g. issued by a contact or the PLC) must be
reset prior to issuing a RESET command because the motor attempts to restart again
automatically following this RESET command if a start command is still present. This
particularly applies if the motor protection has tripped. For safety reasons, you are advised
to integrate the group fault output on the 3RW40 (terminals 95 and 96), or the signaling
contact of the motor or miniature circuit breaker on all devices, in the controller.

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6.4 3RW405 / 3RW407: LEDs

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WARNING
Automatic restart
The automatic reset mode (AUTO RESET) must not be used in applications where there is
a risk of serious injury to persons or substantial damage to property if the motor starts up
again unexpectedly. The start command (e.g. issued by a contact or the PLC) must be
reset prior to issuing a RESET command because the motor attempts to restart again
automatically following this RESET command if a start command is still present. This
particularly applies if the motor protection has tripped. For safety reasons, you are advised
to integrate the group fault output on the 3RW40 (terminals 95 and 96), or the signaling
contact of the motor or miniature circuit breaker on all devices, in the controller.

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Warning Cause Remedy

Impermissible Ie /CLASS setting The rated operational current Ie set for Check the rated operational current set
(control voltage present, no start the motor (control voltage present, no for the motor, select a lower CLASS set-
command) start command) exceeds the associated, ting, or calculate the soft starter with a
maximum permissible setting current size allowance.
referred to the selected CLASS setting As long as the 3RW40 is not controlled
(chapter Motor current settings IN (0->1), this is only a status signal.
(Page 120)). However, it becomes a fault signal if the
start command is applied.
Start inhibited, device too hot The acknowledgment and the motor start The device cannot be started until the
are inhibited for a defined time by the temperature of the thyristor or the heat
inherent device protection following an sink has cooled down enough to guaran-
overload trip, to allow the 3RW40 to cool tee sufficient reserve for a successful
down. startup. The time until restarting is al-
Possible causes lowed can vary but is a minimum of 30 s.
Rectify the causes and, if necessary,
• Too many starts,
retrofit the optional fan (for 3RW402. to
• Motor starting time too long, 3RW404.).
• Ambient temperature in switching
device's environment too high,
• Minimum installation clearances not
complied with.
Fault Cause Remedy

Impermissible electronics supply The control supply voltage does not cor- Check the control supply voltage; could
voltage: respond to the soft starter's rated voltage. be caused by a power failure, voltage dip,
or incorrect control supply voltage. Use a
stabilized power supply unit if due to
mains fluctuations.
Impermissible Ie /CLASS setting The rated operational current Ie set for Check the rated operational current set
and IN (0->1) the motor (control voltage present, start for the motor, select a lower CLASS set-
(control voltage present, IN start command present) exceeds the associ- ting, or calculate the soft starter with a
command changes from 0 to 1) ated, maximum permissible setting cur- size allowance.
rent referred to the selected CLASS
setting (chapter Motor current settings
(Page 120)).
For the maximum permissible settings,
refer to chapter Technical data
(Page 127).

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Fault Cause Remedy

Motor protection tripping Overload The thermal motor model has tripped. - Check whether the motor's rated opera-
relay / thermistor: After an overload trip, restarting is inhib- tional current Ie is set correctly, or
ited until the recovery time has elapsed. - Change the CLASS setting, or
- Overload relay tripping time: 60 s - Possibly reduce the switching frequen-
- Thermistor tripping time: When the cy, or
temperature sensor (thermistor) in the - Deactivate the motor protection (CLASS
motor has cooled down. OFF), or
- Check the motor and the application
Thermistor protection: wire break- Temperature sensor at terminals Check the temperature sensor and the
age / short-circuit (optional for T11/T12/T22 is short-circuited or defec- wiring
devices 3RW402. to 3RW404.): tive, a cable is not connected, or no sen-
sor is connected.
Thermal overload on the device: Overload trip of the thermal model for the Wait until the device has cooled down
power unit of the 3RW40 again, possibly increase the current limit-
Possible causes ing value set for starting, or reduce the
switching frequency (too many consecu-
• Too many starts, tive starts). If necessary, retrofit the op-
• Motor starting time too long, tional fan (for 3RW402. to 3RW404.)
• Ambient temperature in switching Check the load and the motor, check
device's environment too high, whether the ambient temperature in the
soft starter's environment is too high
• Minimum installation clearances not (derating above 40 °C, refer to chapter
complied with. Technical data (Page 127)), comply with
the minimum clearances.
Missing load voltage, phase failure Cause 1: Phase L1 / L2 / L3 is missing or Connect L1 / L2 / L3 or correct the volt-
/ missing load: fails / collapses when the motor is operat- age dip.
ing.
A trip occurs if the current measured by
the current transformers of the 3RW40 is
less than 20% of the minimum rated
motor current that can be set on the
3RW40 potentiometer:
• At starting/coasting down: tripping
time t > 1 s
• In bypass mode: tripping time t > 5 s
Cause 2: a motor that is not powerful Set the rated operational current for the
enough is connected. connected motor correctly on the 3RW40
A trip occurs if the current measured by potentiometer, or set it to the minimum.
the current transformers of the 3RW40 is
less than 20% of the minimum rated
motor current that can be set on the
3RW40 potentiometer, or less than 2 A.
Cause 3: Motor phase T1 / T2 / T3 is not Connect the motor properly (e.g. jumpers
connected. in the motor terminal box, repair switch
closed etc.)
Device error Soft starter defective. Contact your SIEMENS partner or Tech-
nical Assistance (Page 15).

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Application planning 7
7.1 Application examples
7.1.1 Roller conveyor application
Using the 3RW30 with roller conveyors

Roller conveyors are employed, for example, in parcel distribution systems for transporting
parcels to and from individual workstations. For this purpose, the direction of rotation of the
11 kW / 15 hp motor that is used has to be adjustable in order for the conveyor to work in
both directions.
The following requirements must be met by the roller conveyor:
● The roller conveyor has to start smoothly, to prevent damage to the transported goods
due to slipping or tilting.
● The machine's wear and maintenance intervals should be minimized, which is why
slippage of the belt drive during startup must be prevented.
● The high current load upon motor startup must be reduced by means of a voltage ramp.
● The feeder assembly should be as small as possible so as not to exceed the control
cabinet's space capacity.
The SIRIUS 3RW30 soft starter offers the following advantages:

● The roller conveyor is rapidly accelerated to the nominal speed without torque surges
thanks to the optimum setting of the voltage ramp during startup.
● The motor's starting current is reduced.
● Reversing operation of the conveyor belt is realized through contactor interconnection
with SIRIUS 3RA13 reversing contactor combinations.
● The feeder and the motor protection are implemented with SIRIUS 3RV motor starter
protectors.
● The use of SIRIUS system components guarantees maximum wiring reductions and
space savings.

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7.1 Application examples
7.1.2 Hydraulic pump application
Using the 3RW40 with hydraulic pumps

The SIRIUS 3RW40 is optimally suited for soft starting and stopping of hydraulic pumps.
With a rating of 200 kW / 250 hp, this soft starter is used, for example, in the production of
sheet parts to drive the presses.
The drives for hydraulic pumps must meet the following requirements:
● The motor's starting current has to be reduced to minimize the load on the higher-level
mains transformer during startup.
● Integrated motor protection is called for to reduce wiring expenditure and space
requirements in the control box.
● The hydraulic pump must be started and stopped in a soft manner to minimize the
mechanical load on the drive and the pump caused by torque surges during starting and
stopping.
The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter offers the following advantages:

● The settable current limiting of the SIRIUS 3RW40 limits the load on the mains
transformer during the motor startup.
● Motor protection is ensured by the motor overload relay with settable tripping times
integrated in the soft starter.
● The adjustable voltage ramp ensures that the hydraulic pump is started and stopped
without torque surges.

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Installation 8
8.1 Installing the soft starter
8.1.1 Unpacking
NOTICE
Do not lift the device by the cover
Do not lift the device by the cover when removing it from the packaging, especially in the
case of sizes 3RW4055 to 3RW4076, because this could lead to damage.
8.1.2 Permissible mounting position
3RW30 3RW402 ... 3RW404 (with optional auxiliary fan)

3RW40 3RW405 ... 3RW407
Vertical mounting Horizontal mounting
Note
The permissible switching frequency values can vary according to the selected mounting
position. For information about factors and how to determine the new switching frequency,
refer to chapter Configuration (Page 85).
Note
For devices 3RW4024 to 3RW4047 an optional fan can be ordered, and from 3RW4055 to
3RW4076 the fan is integrated in the device. The 3RW30 cannot be equipped with a fan.

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8.1.3 Mounting dimensions, clearances, and assembly type

The minimum clearances from other devices must be complied with to ensure unobstructed
cooling as well as the free supply and discharge of air to and from the heat sink.
Figure 8-1 Clearances from other devices
Article No. a (mm) a (in) b (mm) b (in) c (mm) c (in)

3RW301./3RW302. 15 0.59 60 2.36 40 1.56
3RW303./3RW304 30 1.18 60 2.36 40 1.56
3RW402. 15 0.59 60 2.36 40 1.56
3RW403./3RW404. 30 1.18 60 2.36 40 1.56
3RW405./3RW407. 5 0.2 100 4 75 3
Note
Allow sufficient clearances for the cooling air to circulate freely. The device is ventilated from
bottom to top.

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8.1.4 Assembly type: Standalone assembly, side-by-side assembly, direct mounting
Standalone assembly
The term "standalone assembly" is used if the clearances a / b / c described in chapter

Mounting dimensions, clearances, and assembly type (Page 68) are complied with.
Side-by-side assembly
The term "side-by-side assembly" is used if the lateral clearance a described in chapter
Mounting dimensions, clearances, and assembly type (Page 68) are not complied with, e.g.
if several switching devices are assembled side by side.

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Direct mounting
The term "direct mounting" is used if the top clearance b described in chapter Mounting
dimensions, clearances, and assembly type (Page 68) is not complied with, e.g. if the soft
starter is mounted directly on a motor starter protector (e.g. 3RV2) using a link module (e.g.
3RV29).
Note
The permissible switching frequency values can vary according to the selected assembly
type. For information about factors and how to determine the new switching frequency, refer
to chapter Configuration (Page 85).
8.1.5 Installation requirements
Degree of protection IP00

The SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40 soft starters conform to the IP00 degree of protection.
The devices must be installed in control cabinets with IP4x degree of protection (pollution
degree 2), taking account of the ambient conditions.
Make sure no liquids, dust, or conductive objects can get inside the soft starter. The soft
starter produces waste heat (heat dissipation) while it is operating (refer to chapter Technical
data (Page 127)).
NOTICE
Risk of material damage
Provide adequate cooling at the place of installation to prevent the switching device from
overheating.

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Installation / mounting 9
9.1 General information
General information
A motor feeder comprises a disconnector, a contact, and a motor as a minimum.
Line protection against short-circuits must be implemented, together with overload protection
for the line and motor.
Disconnector
The isolating function with line protection against overload and short-circuits can be achieved
with a motor starter protector or a fuse disconnector, for instance. The motor overload
protection function is integrated in the SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter. The motor overload
protection for the SIRIUS 3RW30 soft starter can be implemented with a motor circuit
breaker, for instance, or using a motor overload relay in conjunction with a contactor (for the
fuse and motor starter protector assignment, refer to Technical data (Page 127)).
Contact
The contact function is taken care of by the SIRIUS 3RW30 or 3RW40 soft starter.
DANGER
Hazardous voltage
Danger of death or serious injury.
If mains voltage is present at the input terminals of the soft starter, hazardous voltage may
still be present at the soft starter output even if a start command has not been issued. This
voltage must be isolated by means of a disconnector (open isolating distance, e.g. with an
open switch disconnector) whenever work is carried out on the feeder (refer to chapter Five
safety rules for work in or on electrical systems (Page 22)).
Note

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9.2 General feeder assembly (type of coordination 1)
9.2 General feeder assembly (type of coordination 1)

The SIRIUS 3RW30 or 3RW40 soft starter is connected into the motor feeder between the
motor starter protector and the motor.
Figure 9-1 Block diagram of the SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter
Note
For the component design, refer to chapter Technical data (Page 127).

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9.3 Soft starter with line contactor (type of coordination 1)
9.3 Soft starter with line contactor (type of coordination 1)

If electrical isolation is specified, you can install a motor contactor between the soft starter
and the motor starter protector.
Figure 9-2 Block diagram of a feeder with an optional main / line contactor
Note
Note
If a main or line contactor is used, it should not be connected between the soft starter and
the motor. The soft starter could otherwise indicate a "Missing load voltage" fault in case of a
start command and delayed connection of the contactor.

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9.4 Soft starter assembly with type of coordination 2

The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter has internal protection to prevent overloading of the
thyristors. The SIRIUS 3RW30 soft starter has no internal protection to prevent overloading
of the thyristors. The soft starter must always be dimensioned according to the duration of
the startup process and the desired starting frequency. If the feeder of the SIRIUS 3RW30 or
3RW40 soft starter is assembled accordingly with the feeder components recommended in
chapter Technical data (Page 127) (e.g. motor starter protector or LV HRC fuse), type of
coordination 1 is achieved. In order to achieve type of coordination 2, all thyristors must be
additionally protected against short-circuits by means of special semiconductor fuses (e.g.
SIEMENS SITOR). A short-circuit can occur, for instance, as a result of a defect in the motor
windings or in the motor's power supply cable.
Figure 9-3 Block diagram of a feeder with semiconductor fuses
Note

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Minimum and maximum configuration of the semiconductor fuses
The fuses for the minimum and maximum configuration are specified in chapter Technical
data (Page 127).
Minimum configuration: The fuse is optimized for the thyristor's I²t value.
If the thyristor is cold (ambient temperature) and the startup process lasts a maximum of 20
s at 3.5 times the rated current of the device, the fuse does not trip.
Maximum configuration: The maximum current permitted for the thyristor can flow without the
fuse tripping.
The maximum configuration is recommended for heavy-duty starting.
NOTICE
Type of coordination 1 in accordance with IEC 60947-4-1:
The device is defective following a short-circuit failure and therefore unsuitable for further
use (personnel and equipment must not be put at risk).
The device is suitable for further use following a short-circuit failure (personnel and
equipment must not be put at risk).
The type of coordination only refers to soft starters in conjunction with the stipulated
protective device (motor starter protector / fuse), not to additional components in the feeder.

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9.5 Capacitors to improve the power factor
CAUTION
No capacitors must be connected to the output terminals of the soft starter. If so, the soft
starter will be damaged.
Active filters, e.g. for power factor correction, must not be operated parallel to the motor
control device.
If capacitors are to be used to correct the power factor, they must be connected on the
device's line side. If an isolating or main contactor is used together with the electronic soft
starter, the capacitors must be disconnected from the soft starter when the contactor is open.
9.6 Maximum cable length

The cable between the soft starter and the motor must not be more than 300 m long (3RW30
and 3RW40).
The voltage drop due to the length of the cable to the motor may need to be considered
when dimensioning the cable.
Cable lengths up to 500 m are permitted for SIRIUS 3RW44 soft starters (refer to the 3RW44
System Manual (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/de/21772518)).

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10.1 Electrical connection
10.1.1 Control and auxiliary terminals

The SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters can be supplied with two different connection
technologies:
● Screw-type technology
● Spring-loaded technology
10.1.2 Main circuit connection

SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters up to the 55 kW / 75 hp size at 400 V / 480 V are
designed with removable terminals at the main circuit connections.
Size 3RW301. to 3RW304.

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Size 3RW402. to 3RW404.
Size 3RW405 . and 3RW407.

Sizes 3RW405 . and 3RW407. have busbar connections for the main circuit connection.
Box terminals can be retrofitted on these devices as optional accessories (refer to chapter
Accessories (Page 31)).

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11.1 Operator controls, displays, and connections on the 3RW30
1 Operating voltage (three-phase mains voltage)

2 Control supply voltage
3 IN start input
4 ON output
5 DEVICE status LED
6 STATE / BYPASSED / FAILURE status LED
7 Ramp-up time
8 Starting voltage
9 Motor terminals

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1 Operating voltage (three-phase mains voltage)

2 Control supply voltage
3 IN start input
4 ON / RUN output
5 BYPASSED output
6 DEVICE / STATE / BYPASSED / FAILURE status LEDs
7 OVERLOAD, RESET MODE status LEDs
8 TEST / RESET button
9 Current limiting
10 Ramp-up time
11 Starting voltage
12 Ramp-down time
13 Trip class
14 Motor current
15 Thermistor input (can be optionally ordered with 24 V AC/DC control voltage for 3RW402. to
3RW404. devices)
16 Fault output
17 Motor terminals
18 RESET MODE button (behind the label on the 3RW402., refer to the diagram below)

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Figure 11-1 Button for setting RESET MODE behind the label

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11.3 Effects on changing the potentiometer settings
11.3 Effects on changing the potentiometer settings
Potentiometer Change Reaction / behavior Reaction / behavior Reaction / behavior

Startup Bypass operation Run-down
Starting voltage Increase voltage Effective at next start Effective at next start Effective at next start
Ramp-up time Extend time Change effective im- Effective at next start Change effective im-
mediately mediately
Current limiting In case of limiting Change effective im- Effective at next start Change effective im-
factor mediately mediately
Ramp-down time Extend time Effective at next start Effective at next shut- Change effective im-
down mediately in down
ramp
CLASS setting Change from 10 to 20 Change effective im- Change effective im- Change effective im-
mediately mediately mediately
Motor current setting Change Change effective im- Change effective im- Change effective im-
mediately mediately mediately

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12.1 Configuration in general
The SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 electronic soft starters are designed for normal starting. A
larger size may need to be selected for longer ramp-up times or a higher starting frequency.
An appropriately dimensioned SIRIUS 3RW40 or 3RW44 soft starter should be chosen for
startup processes with motor ramp-up times > 20 s.
The motor feeder between the soft starter and motor must not contain any capacitive
elements (such as compensation systems). Active filters must not be operated in
combination with soft starters.
All elements of the main circuit (such as fuses and switching devices) must be dimensioned
for direct starting and according to the on-site short-circuit conditions, and ordered
separately.
The harmonic component load of the starting current must be taken into consideration when
selecting motor starter protectors (trip selection).
Note
Voltage dips generally occur in all start modes (direct starting, wye-delta starting, soft
starting) when a three-phase motor is switched on. The infeed transformer must always be
dimensioned so that the voltage dip at the motor startup remains within the permissible
tolerance. If the infeed transformer is insufficiently dimensioned, the control voltage should
be supplied from a separate circuit (independently of the main voltage) in order to prevent
the voltage dip from disconnecting the 3RW.
Note
If wye-delta starters are exchanged for soft starters in an existing system, you should check
the fuse ratings in the feeder in order to avoid false tripping. This is particularly important in
connection with heavy-duty starting or if the fuse that is installed has already been operated
close to the thermal tripping limit with the wye-delta assembly.

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12.1.1 Configuration procedure

1. Select the correct starter
What application must be started and what functionality must be provided by the soft starter?
Chapter Selecting the optimum soft starter (Page 86)
2. Take account of the startup class and the switching frequency
Chapters Startup class (Page 89) and Calculating the permissible switching frequency
(Page 95)
3. Take account of a possible reduction in the soft starter's rated data due to the ambient
conditions and the type of assembly.
Chapter Reducing the rated data (Page 93)
12.1.2 Selecting the optimum soft starter
Selection aid
You can choose the optimum starter from the soft starter types available based on the
intended application or the required functionality.
Normal starting (CLASS 10) 3RW30 3RW40 3RW44

applications
Pump + + +
Pump with special stop (against water hammer) - - +
Heat pump + + +
Hydraulic pump x + +
Press x + +
Conveyor belt x + +
Roller conveyor x + +
Conveyor worm x + +
Escalator - + +
Piston compressor - + +
Screw compressor - + +
Small fan 1) - + +
Centrifugal blower - + +
Bow thruster - + +
+ Recommended soft starter

x Possible soft starter
1) Small fan: Mass inertia (centrifugal mass) of fan < 10 x mass inertia of motor

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Heavy-duty starting (CLASS 20) 3RW30 3RW40 3RW44

applications
Agitator - x +
Extruder - x +
Turning machine - x +
Milling machine - x +

x Possible soft starter
Ultra-heavy-duty starting (CLASS 30) 3RW30 3RW40 3RW44

applications
Large fan 2) - - +
Circular saw / band saw - - +
Centrifuge - - +
Mill - - +
Crusher - - +

2) Large fan: Mass inertia (centrifugal mass) of fan ≥ 10 x mass inertia of motor
Soft starter functions 3RW30 3RW40 3RW44

Soft start function + + +
Soft stop function - + +
Integrated intrinsic device protection - + +
Integrated electronic motor overload protection - + +
Settable current limiting - + +
Special pump stop function - - +
Braking when coasting down - - +
Settable breakaway torque - - +
Communication via PROFIBUS (optional) - - +
External operation and indication display (optional) - - +
Soft Starter ES parameterization software - - +
Special functions, e.g. measured values, display - - +
languages etc.
Motor overload protection acc. to ATEX - + -

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Note
SIRIUS 3RW44 soft starter
For more information about the SIRIUS soft starter, refer to the 3RW44 System Manual. You
can download (http://support.automation.siemens.com/WW/view/de/21772518) the manual
free of charge.

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12.2 Startup class
12.2 Startup class

To achieve the optimum soft starter design, it is important to know and take into account the
starting time (startup class) of the application. Long starting times mean a higher thermal
load on the thyristors of the soft starter. An appropriately dimensioned SIRIUS 3RW40 or
3RW44 soft starter should be chosen for startup processes with a motor ramp-up time > 20
s. The maximum permissible starting time for SIRIUS 3RW30 soft starters is 20 seconds.
SIRIUS soft starters are designed for continuous operation with normal starting (CLASS 10),
an ambient temperature of 40 °C, and a defined switching frequency (refer to chapter
Technical data (Page 127)). If other data applies, the starters may need to be calculated with
a size allowance.
NOTICE
When using the 3RW30: Make sure the selected ramp time is longer than the actual motor
run-up time. If not, the SIRIUS 3RW30 may be damaged because the internal bypass
contacts close when the set ramp time elapses. If the motor has not finished starting up, an
AC3 current that could damage the bypass contact system will flow.
Selection criteria
Note
You must select the size of your SIRIUS soft starters according to the rated motor current
(rated currentsoft starter ≥ rated motor current).

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12.2 Startup class
12.2.1 Application examples for normal starting (CLASS 10) with 3RW30 and 3RW40
Recommended basic parameter settings

Assuming the conditions and constraints indicated below apply, the size of the soft starters
can be equivalent to the motor rating for a normal starting characteristic (CLASS 10).
You can find a suitable soft starter for the required motor rating based on the required
startup class in chapter Technical data (Page 127).
For typical applications where normal starting applies as well as recommended parameter
settings for the soft starter, refer to the table below.
1) Small fan: Mass inertia (centrifugal mass) of fan < 10 x mass inertia of motor
General conditions and constraints

CLASS 10 (normal starting)
3RW30: Maximum starting time 3 s, 300 % starting current, 20 starts / hour
3RW40: Maximum starting time 10 s, 300% current limiting, 5 starts / hour
ON time 30%
Standalone assembly
Installation altitude Max. 1000 m / 3280 ft
Ambient temperature kW 40 °C / 104 °F

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12.2 Startup class
12.2.2 Application examples for heavy-duty starting (CLASS 20): 3RW40 only
Recommended basic parameter settings

Assuming the conditions and constraints indicated below apply, the soft starter size must be
at least one power class higher than the motor rating for heavy-duty starting (CLASS 20).
You can find a suitable soft starter for the required motor rating based on the required
startup class in chapter Technical data (Page 127).
For typical applications where heavy-duty starting can apply as well as recommended
parameter settings for the soft starter, refer to the table below.
General conditions and constraints

CLASS 20 (heavy-duty starting)
3RW402. / 3RW403. / 3RW404. Maximum starting time 20 s,
300% current limiting,
max. 5 starts / hour
3RW405. / 3RW407. Maximum starting time 40 s,
350% current limiting,
max. 1 start / hour
ON time 30%
Standalone assembly
Installation altitude Max. 1000 m / 3280 ft
Ambient temperature kW 40 °C / 104 °F
Note
The settings and device dimensions indicated in these tables are examples only; they are
merely provided for information purposes and are not binding. The actual settings depend on
the application and must be optimized when the equipment is commissioned.
If other conditions and constraints apply, either refer to the chapter Technical data
(Page 127) or check your requirements and selection with Technical Assistance (Page 15).

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12.3 ON time and switching frequency
12.3 ON time and switching frequency

Based on the rated motor current and the startup class, the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft
starters are dimensioned for a maximum permissible switching frequency in combination with
a relative ON time (refer to chapter Technical data (Page 127)). If these values are
exceeded, a larger soft starter may have to be selected.
ON time
The relative ON time in % is the ratio between the load duration and the cycle duration for
loads that are frequently switched on and off.
The ON time (OT) can be calculated using the following formula:
where:
OT = ON time [%]
ts = ramp-up time [s]
tb = operating time [s]
tp = idle time [s]
The following diagram illustrates this process.
Figure 12-1 ON time
Switching frequency
The maximum permissible switching frequency must not be exceeded because the devices
could be damaged due to thermal overloading.
Optional additional fan

The switching frequency of the 3RW402. to 3RW404. soft starters can be increased by
installing an optional additional fan. For information about factors and how to determine the
maximum switching frequency if an additional fan is installed, refer to chapter Calculating the
permissible switching frequency (Page 95).

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12.4 Reducing the rated data
12.4 Reducing the rated data

You can reduce the rated data of the SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters if
● The installation altitude is higher than 1000 m.
● The ambient temperature in the switching device's environment exceeds 40 °C.
● The lateral clearances described earlier are not complied with, e.g. side-by-side assembly
or direct mounting of other switching devices (assembly type).
● The vertical mounting position is not complied with.
12.5 Dimensioning of soft starters for motors with high starting current
conditions
When using motors with high starting current conditions (typically I/Ie ≥ 8), overdimensioning
of the 3RW40 soft starter can be necessary. For this application case, we recommend
3RW40 soft starters with product version E07 or higher (for 3RW40 sizes S0, S2, S3) or with
product version E11 or higher (for 3RW40 sizes S6 and S12). These 3RW40 devices make it
possible to select the set value for current limiting sufficiently high for a successful motor
start (refer to chapter Setting the current limiting value (Page 114)).
For dimensioning soft starters for motors with high starting current conditions (typically I/Ie >
8), refer to Siemens Technical Assistance (Page 15).

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12.6 Installation altitude and ambient temperature
12.6 Installation altitude and ambient temperature
Installation altitude
The permissible installation altitude must not be higher than 5000 m above sea level (higher
than 5000 m on request).
If the installation altitude exceeds 1000 m, the rated operational current must be reduced for
thermal reasons.
If the installation altitude exceeds 2000 m, the rated voltage must also be reduced owing to
the restricted dielectric strength. A maximum permissible rated voltage of 460 V applies at
installation altitudes between 2000 m and 5000 m above sea level.
The following diagram shows the reduction in the rated device current as a function of the
installation altitude:
The rated operational current Ie must be reduced at altitudes higher than 1000 m above sea
level.
Figure 12-2 Reduction as a function of the installation altitude
Ambient temperature
The maximum permissible ambient temperature of the soft starter must not exceed 60 °C.
SIRIUS 3RW30 and 3RW40 soft starters are designed for operation with nominal current at
an ambient temperature of 40 °C. If this temperature is exceeded, e.g. owing to an
impermissible temperature rise in the control cabinet, other loads, or a general increase in
the ambient temperature, the resulting deterioration in the soft starter's performance must be
taken into account when the device is dimensioned (refer to chapter Technical data
(Page 127)).
NOTICE
Risk of material damage
The soft starter may be damaged if the maximum installation altitude (5000 m above sea
level) or an ambient temperature of 60 °C is ignored.

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12.7 Calculating the permissible switching frequency
Mounting position, assembly type

The mounting position and assembly type (refer to chapter Installing the soft starter
(Page 67)) can influence the soft starter's permissible switching frequency. Refer to chapter
Calculating the permissible switching frequency (Page 95) for the permissible mounting and
assembly combinations as well as the resulting factors for the soft starter switching
frequencies.
12.7.1 Table of permissible assembly combinations with switching frequency factors

The factors indicated in the table refer to the switching frequency (starts / hour) as specified
in chapter Technical data (Page 127).

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Article No. a (mm) a (in) b (mm) b (in) c (mm) c (in)

3RW301./3RW302. 15 0.59 60 2.36 40 1.56
3RW303./3RW304 30 1.18 60 2.36 40 1.56
3RW402. 15 0.59 60 2.36 40 1.56
3RW403./3RW404. 30 1.18 60 2.36 40 1.56
3RW405./3RW407. 5 0.2 100 4 75 3
Clearances from other devices
12.7.2 Calculating the switching frequency (example)
Problem
The maximum permissible switching frequency of a 5.5 kW (12.5 A) 3RW4024 soft starter
must be determined. The requirements are side-by-side assembly and vertical mounting. A
run-up time of approx. 3 s at an ambient temperature of 40 °C is specified as a
supplementary condition (e.g. a pump motor with CLASS 10 starting). The soft starter must
be connected to a 3RV2021 motor starter protector by means of cables. (Clearance between
3RV and 3RW ≥ 40 mm)

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Calculating the number of starts / hour of a 3RW40 for side-by-side assembly and vertical mounting
Assembly of a 3RV2021 motor starter protector and connection of a 3RW4024 soft starter
with cables and vertical mounting for CLASS 10 starting:
Switching frequency of 3RW40 with standalone assembly: 50 1/h

Switching frequency factor for diagram B without a fan: 0.1
Switching frequency factor for diagram B with a fan 1): 1.6
Maximum permissible switching frequency:
Without fan 50 1/h x 0.1 = 5 1/h
With fan 1): 50 1/h x 1.6 = 80 1/h
1) Optional fan: 3RW4928-8VB00
Result
The pump could be started five times an hour providing the above assembly conditions are
complied with (side-by-side assembly, vertical mounting). A switching frequency of up to 80
starts per hour can be achieved by equipping the 3RW4026 with the optional 3RW4928-
8VB00 fan.

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12.8 Configuration aids
12.8 Configuration aids
12.8.1 Selection of the soft starter using the Simulation Tool for Soft Starters
The soft starter can be configured with the STS (Simulation Tool for Soft Starters) software.
The STS suggests suitable soft starters for the respective application based on the entered
motor and load data and application requirements, as well as providing information on the
parameterization.
The Simulation Tool for Soft Starters (STS) can be downloaded from the Internet
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/view/101494917).

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12.9 Article number system for the 3RW30
Rated current and rated power at Ue= 400 V / 460 V and Tamb = 40 °C / 50 °C
13 Ie = 3.6 A / 3 A Pe = 1.5 kW / 1.5 hp Size S00

14 Ie = 6.5 A / 4.8 A Pe = 3 kW / 3 hp
16 Ie = 9.0 A / 7.8 A Pe = 4 kW / 5 hp
17 Ie = 12.5 A / 11 A Pe = 5.5 kW / 7.5 hp
18 Ie = 17.6 A / 17 A Pe = 7.5 kW / 10 hp
26 Ie = 25 A / 23 A Pe = 11 kW / 15 hp Size S0
27 Ie = 32 A / 29 A Pe = 15 kW / 20 hp
28 Ie = 38 A / 34 A Pe = 18.5 kW / 25 hp
37 Ie = 63 A / 58 A Pe = 30 kW / 40 hp
38 Ie = 72 A / 62 A Pe = 37 kW / 40 hp
47 Ie = 106 A / 398 A Pe = 55 kW / 75 hp
For more information, refer to chapter Technical data (Page 127).

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Rated current and rated power at Ue= 400 V / 460 V and Tamb = 40 °C / 50 °C
24 Ie = 12.5 A / 11 A Pe = 5.5 kW / 7.5 hp Size S0

26 Ie = 25 A / 23 A Pe = 11 kW / 15 hp
27 Ie = 32 A / 29 A Pe = 15 kW / 20 hp
28 Ie = 38 A / 34 A Pe = 18.5 kW / 25 hp
37 Ie = 63 A / 58 A Pe = 30 kW / 40 hp
38 Ie = 72 A / 62 A Pe = 37 kW / 40 hp
47 Ie = 106 A / 98 A Pe = 55 kW / 75 hp
56 Ie = 160 A / 145 A Pe = 90 kW / 100 hp
74 Ie = 280 A / 248 A Pe = 160 kW / 200 hp
75 Ie = 350 A / 315 A Pe = 200 kW / 250 hp
76 Ie = 432 A / 385 A Pe = 250 kW / 300 hp
For more information, refer to chapter Technical data (Page 127).

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13.1 Commissioning the 3RW30
Commissioning, description of the start and output parameters
13.1.1 Commissioning procedure

1. Check the voltages and wiring.
2. Set the start parameters (for recommended parameters, refer to the quick commissioning
table).
3. Start up the motor and if necessary optimize the parameters (refer to the quick
commissioning table).
4. Document the parameter settings if required (refer to chapter Table of parameters used
(Page 199)).

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13.1.2 Quick commissioning of the 3RW30 and optimization of the parameters

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13.1.3 Setting the soft start function
Voltage ramp
The SIRIUS 3RW30 achieves soft starting by means of a voltage ramp. The motor terminal
voltage is increased from a parameterizable starting voltage to the mains voltage within a
definable ramp time.

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13.1.4 Setting the starting voltage
U potentiometer
The starting voltage value is set with the U potentiometer. This value determines the starting
torque of the motor. A lower starting voltage results in a lower starting torque (softer start)
and a lower starting current.
The starting voltage selected must be sufficiently high to ensure that motor starts up
smoothly as soon as the start command is received by the soft starter.
13.1.5 Setting the ramp time
t potentiometer
You define the length of the required ramp time with the t potentiometer. The ramp time
determines the time taken to increase the motor voltage from the parameterized starting
voltage to the mains voltage. This time merely influences the motor's acceleration torque,
which drives the load during the ramp-up process. The actual motor starting times are load-
dependent and can differ from the 3RW soft starter settings.
A longer ramp time results in a lower starting current and a reduced acceleration torque as
the motor starts up. The startup is slower and smoother as a result. The ramp time must be
long enough for the motor to reach its nominal speed. If the time selected is too short, in
other words if the ramp time ends before the motor has started up successfully, a very high
starting current that can even equal the direct starting current at the same speed occurs at
this instant.

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The SIRIUS 3RW30 soft starter can be damaged in this application (set ramp time shorter
than the actual motor ramp-up time). A maximum ramp-up time of 20 s is possible for the
3RW30. An appropriately dimensioned SIRIUS 3RW40 or 3RW44 soft starter should be
chosen for startup processes with a motor ramp-up time > 20 s.
NOTICE
Make sure the selected ramp time is longer than the actual motor ramp-up time. If not, the
SIRIUS 3RW30 may be damaged because the internal bypass contacts close when the set
ramp time elapses. If the motor has not finished starting up, an AC3 current that could
damage the bypass contact system will flow.

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13.1.6 ON output
ON output contact
State diagram of the ON output contact

The output contact at terminal 13/14 (ON) closes if a signal is present at terminal 1 (IN); it
remains closed until the start command is removed.
The output can be used, for instance, to control a line contactor connected upstream or to
implement latching if you selected pushbutton control. For recommended circuits, refer to
chapter Typical circuit diagrams (Page 161).
For the state diagram of the contacts in the various operating states, refer to chapter
3RW30: LEDs (Page 57).

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Commissioning, description of the start, stop, motor protection, and output parameters
13.2.1 Commissioning procedure

1. Check the voltages and wiring.
2. Set the start and stop parameters (for recommended parameters, refer to the quick
3. Set the motor overload function (if required)
4. Define the RESET mode if a failure occurs.
5. Start up the motor and if necessary optimize the parameters (refer to the quick
6. Document the parameter settings if required.

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13.2.2 Quick commissioning of the 3RW40 and optimization of the parameters

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13.2.3 Setting the soft start function
Voltage ramp
The SIRIUS 3RW40 achieves soft starting by means of a voltage ramp. The motor terminal
voltage is increased from a parameterizable starting voltage to the mains voltage within a
definable ramp time.

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13.2.4 Setting the starting voltage
U potentiometer
The starting voltage value is set with the U potentiometer. This value determines the starting
torque of the motor. A lower starting voltage results in a lower starting torque (softer start)
and a lower starting current.
The starting voltage selected must be sufficiently high to ensure that motor starts up
smoothly as soon as the start command is received by the soft starter.
13.2.5 Setting the ramp time
t potentiometer
You define the length of the required ramp time with the t potentiometer. The ramp time
determines the time taken to increase the motor voltage from the parameterized starting
voltage to the mains voltage. This time merely influences the motor's acceleration torque,
which drives the load during the ramp-up process. The actual motor starting times are load-
dependent and can differ from the 3RW soft starter settings.
A longer ramp time results in a lower starting current and a reduced acceleration torque as
the motor starts up. The startup is slower and smoother as a result. The ramp time must be
long enough for the motor to reach its nominal speed. If the time selected is too short, in
other words if the ramp time ends before the motor has started up successfully, a very high
starting current that can even equal the direct starting current at the same speed occurs at
this instant.
The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter additionally limits the current to the value set with the current
limiting potentiometer. As soon as the current limiting value is reached, the voltage ramp or
the ramp time is interrupted and the motor is started with the current limiting value until it has
started up successfully. In this case, the motor ramp-up times may be longer than the
maximum parameterizable 20 seconds ramp time or the ramp time that is actually set on the
soft starter (for further information about the maximum ramp-up times and switching
frequencies, refer to the Technical data chapter > 3RW30 13, 14, 16, 17, 18-.BB.. power
electronics (Page 130)) ff. and 3RW40 24, 26, 27, 28 power electronics (Page 146) ff.).

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13.2.6 Current limiting in conjunction with a starting voltage ramp and ramp-up
detection
Current limiting
The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter measures the phase current (motor current) continuously
with the help of integrated current transformers.
The motor current that flows during the startup process can be actively limited by means of
the soft starter. The current limiting function takes priority over the voltage ramp function.
As soon as a parameterizable current limit is reached, in other words, the voltage ramp is
interrupted and the motor is started with the current limiting value until it has started up
successfully. The current limiting function is always active with SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starters.
If the current limiting potentiometer is set to clockwise stop, the starting current is limited to
the maximum possible current (refer to chapter Setting the current limiting value (Page 114)).

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13.2.7 Setting the motor current
Ie potentiometer
The rated operational current of the motor must be set with the Ie potentiometer according to
the mains voltage and the motor connection (wye-delta). The electronic motor overload
protection also refers to this set value if it is active. For the permissible settings referred to
the required motor overload trip class, refer to chapter Motor current settings (Page 120).
13.2.8 Setting the current limiting value
xIe potentiometer
Representation valid for 3RW40 S0, S2, Representation valid for 3RW40 S0, S2, S3
S3 up to product version E06, and for product version E07 and higher, and
3RW40 S6 and S12 up to product ver- 3RW40 S6 and S12 for product version E11
sion E10. and higher.
The current limiting value is set with the xIe potentiometer to the maximum required starting
current as a factor of the set rated motor current (Ie).

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Example
● Ie potentiometer set to 100 A
● xIe potentiometer set to 5 ⇒ current limiting 500 A.
As soon as the selected current limiting value is reached, the motor voltage is reduced or
controlled by the soft starter to prevent the current from exceeding the limit. Since the
starting current is asymmetrical, the set current corresponds to the arithmetic mean value for
the three phases.
If the current limiting value is set to the equivalent of 100 A, the starting currents might be
approx. 80 A in L1, 120 A in L2, and 100 A in L3 (refer to chapter Starting current asymmetry
(Page 28)).
The set current limiting value must be high enough to ensure that the torque generated in the
motor is sufficient to accelerate the motor to nominal speed. Three to four times the value of
the motor's rated operational current (Ie) can be assumed as typical here.
The current limiting function is always active because it is required by the intrinsic device
protection. If the current limiting potentiometer is set to clockwise stop, the starting current is
limited to the maximum possible current. We must differentiate between two cases here:
Scenario A:
3RW40 devices up to product version E06 (for 3RW40 size S0, S2, S3) or up to product
version E10 (for 3RW40 size S6 and S12)
⇒ The maximum possible limiting current is 5 times the value of the rated motor current set
on the 3RW40 soft starter (refer to chapter Setting the motor current (Page 114)).
Scenario B:
3RW40 devices from product version E07 (for 3RW40 size S0, S2, S3) or from product
version E11 (for 3RW40 size S6 and S12)
⇒ On these 3RW40 devices, the maximum possible limiting current ("max" setting) is 5 times
the value of the maximum rated operational current set on the soft starter (see the rating
plate of the soft starter). This value depends on the rated motor current actually set on the
3RW40 soft starter (potentiometer Ie). This value is identical with 5 times the maximum value
that can be set on the potentiometer Ie.
Overdimensioning, due to motors with high starting current conditions, for example
For dimensioning soft starters for motors with high starting current conditions (typically I/Ie ≥
8) observe the configuring information in the chapter Dimensioning of soft starters for motors
with high starting current conditions (Page 93).

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13.2.9 Optimized setting ranges for current limiting
Example of optimized current limiting setting ranges for the 3RW40 soft starters
① Ilimiting = ② Ie motor
③ Ie 3RW
Figure 13-1 Optimized current limiting setting ranges
Example of calculating the current limiting
Up to product version E06 (for 3RW40 size Product version E07 and higher (for 3RW40
S0, S2, S3) or up to product version E10 size S0, S2, S3) or product version E11
(for 3RW40 size S6 and S12) and higher (for 3RW40 size S6 and S12)
Ie motor = 60 A Ie motor = 60 A
Ie 3RW = 72 A Ie 3RW = 72 A
Ilimiting = 1 ... 5 x Ie motor Ilimiting = 1 ... 5 x Ie motor
Imax = 5 x Ie motor = 300 A Imax = 5 x Ie 3RW = 360 A
For setting values, see Optimized setting ranges for current limiting (Page 116).

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13.2.10 Ramp-up detection

The SIRIUS soft starter has a motor ramp-up detection function that is always active
regardless of the start mode. If it detects a motor startup, the motor voltage is immediately
increased to 100 % of the mains voltage. The thyristors of the soft starter are bridged by the
bypass contacts integrated in the device and the successful startup is indicated by means of
the BYPASS output and the STATE / BYPASSED LED.

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13.3 Setting the soft stop function
13.3 Setting the soft stop function

In "soft stop" mode, the natural stop process of the load is decelerated. The function is used
when the load must be prevented from stopping abruptly. This is typically the case in
applications with a low mass inertia or a high counter-torque.
13.3.1 Setting the ramp-down time
t potentiometer
You can set a ramp-down time with the t potentiometer. This determines how long power
should still be supplied to the motor after the ON command is removed. The torque
generated in the motor is reduced by means of a voltage ramp function within this ramp-
down time and the application stops smoothly.
If the potentiometer is set to 0, there is no voltage ramp during stopping (stop without load).

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13.4 Setting the motor protection function

The motor overload protection function is implemented on the basis of the winding
temperature. This indicates whether the motor is overloaded or functioning in the normal
operating range.
The winding temperature can either be calculated with the help of the integrated, electronic
motor overload function or measured with a connected motor thermistor.
13.4.1 Setting the electronic motor overload protection
Ie potentiometer
The rated operational current of the motor must be set with the Ie potentiometer according to
the mains voltage and the motor connection (wye-delta).
The current flow during motor operation is measured by measuring the current with
transformers integrated in the soft starter. This value is also used for the current limiting
function. The temperature rise in the winding is calculated based on the rated operational
current set for the motor.
CLASS potentiometer
You can set the required trip class (10, 15, or 20) with the CLASS potentiometer. A trip is
generated by the soft starter when the standardized characteristic is reached, depending on
the trip class (CLASS setting).
The trip class specifies the maximum time within which a protective device must trip from a
cold state at 7.2 x the rated operational current (motor protection to IEC 60947). The tripping
characteristics represent this time as a function of the tripping current (refer to chapter Motor
protection tripping characteristics for 3RW40 (with symmetry) (Page 157)).

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You can set different CLASS characteristics according to the startup class. If the
potentiometer is set to OFF, the "electronic motor overload protection" function is
deactivated.
Note
The rated data of the soft starters refers to normal starting (CLASS 10). The starters may
need to be calculated with a size allowance for heavy-duty starting (> CLASS 10). You can
only set a rated motor current that is lower than the soft starter rated current (refer to chapter
Motor current settings (Page 120)); if not, a fault will be indicated by the OVERLOAD LED
(red flashing ) and it will not be possible to start the SIRIUS 3RW soft starter.
13.4.2 Motor current settings
Ie [A] Imin [A] Imax [A] CLASS 10 Imax [A] CLASS 15 Imax [A] CLASS 20
3RW4024-... 12.5 5 12.5 11 10
3RW4026-... 25.3 10.3 25.3 23 21
3RW4027-... 32.2 17.2 32.2 30 27
3RW4028-... 38 23 38 34 31
3RW4036-... 45 22.5 45 42 38
3RW4037-... 63 25.5 63 50 46
3RW4038-... 72 34.5 72 56 50
3RW4046-... 80 42.5 80 70 64
3RW4047-... 106 46 106 84 77
3RW4055-... 134 59 134 134 124
3RW4056-... 162 87 162 152 142
3RW4073-... 230 80 230 210 200
3RW4074-... 280 130 280 250 230
3RW4075-... 356 131 356 341 311
3RW4076-... 432 207 432 402 372
13.4.3 Motor protection acc. to ATEX

Refer to the information in chapter Motor protection / intrinsic device protection (3RW40 only)
(Page 42).

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13.5 Thermistor motor protection
13.5 Thermistor motor protection

(Optional for 3RW402. to 3RW404. with 24 V AC/DC rated control voltage)
Thermistor motor protection

After removing the copper jumper between T11/21 and T22, you can connect and evaluate
either a Klixon thermistor integrated in the motor winding (at terminal T11/T21-T22) or a type
A PTC (at terminal T11/T21-T12).
13.6 Motor protection trip test
TEST / RESET button

You initiate a motor overload trip by pressing the RESET / TEST button for longer than five
seconds. The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter is tripped by the fault signal at the OVERLOAD
LED, the FAILURE / OVERLOAD contact 95-98 closes, and the motor that is connected and
running is switched off.

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13.7.1 Functions of the BYPASSED and ON / RUN outputs
BYPASSED output contact

The BYPASSED output at terminal 23 / 24 closes as soon as the SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter
detects that the motor has started up (refer to chapter Ramp-up detection (Page 117)). The
integral bypass contacts simultaneously close and the thyristors are bridged. The integral
bypass contacts and output 23 / 24 open again as soon as the start input IN is removed.
ON / RUN output contact

ON function set: The potential-free output contact at terminal 13/14 (ON) closes if a signal is
present at terminal 1 (IN); it remains closed until the start command is removed (factory
default). The ON function can be used, for instance, as a latching contact if you selected
pushbutton control (refer to chapter Control by pushbutton (Page 162)).
Reparameterizing the output of the ON function (factory default) to RUN

You can reparameterize the output function from ON to RUN by simultaneously pressing two
buttons (refer to chapter Parameterizing the 3RW40 outputs (Page 123)).
RUN function set: The potential-free output contact at terminal 13/14 closes if a signal is
present at terminal 1 (IN); it remains closed until the start command is removed and after
that until the set ramp-down time has elapsed.

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If the RUN function is set, you can control a line contactor during the startup process,
operation, or the set soft stop (refer to chapter Control with an optional main / line contactor
(Page 174))
13.7.2 Parameterizing the 3RW40 outputs
Programming the ON / RUN output 13/14 on the SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter
Figure 13-2 Overview of buttons/LEDs for 3RW40 2 - 3RW404 and 3RW405 - 3RW407

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Reparameterizing the ON / RUN output

A: Control voltage is present and the soft starter is in the normal, fault-free position:
The DEVICE LED is continuously lit (green) while the STATE / BYPASSED and FAILURE
LEDs are off.
The AUTO LED indicates the color of the set RESET mode.
B: Start programming:
(On the 3RW402 device, remove the RESET MODE cover as shown in chapter Setting the
RESET MODE (Page 47).) Press the RESET MODE button (2) for longer than 2 s until the
DEVICE LED (3) flickers (green). Hold the RESET MODE button (2) pressed down.
C: Simultaneously press the RESET/TEST button (1) for longer than 1 s until the DEVICE
LED (3) lights up (red). The active mode set at the ON / RUN output is indicated by the
STATE / BYPASSED / FAILURE LED (4):
STATE / BYPASSED / FAILURE LED (4) flashes (green): ON mode (factory setting).
STATE / BYPASSED / FAILURE LED (4) flickers (green): RUN mode.
D: Change the mode:
Press the RESET MODE button (2) briefly. By pressing this button, you change the mode at
the output, and the new mode is indicated by the STATE / BYPASSED / FAILURE LED (4):
STATE / BYPASSED / FAILURE LED (4) flickers (green): RUN mode is set.
STATE / BYPASSED / FAILURE LED (4) flashes (green): ON mode is set.

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E: Exit programming and save the settings:

Press the RESET / TEST MODE button (1) for longer than 1 s until the DEVICE LED (3)
lights up (green).
The LEDs indicate the following states again if the output was successfully parameterized:
DEVICE LED: Continuously lit (green).
STATE / BYPASSED and FAILURE LEDs: Off.
The AUTO LED indicates the color of the set RESET mode.
13.7.3 Function of the FAILURE / OVERLOAD output
FAILURE / OVERLOAD output contact

If there is no rated control voltage or if a failure occurs, the potential-free FAILURE /
OVERLOAD output is switched.
Note
For information about whether or not faults can be acknowledged, as well as the recovery
time and the corresponding LED and output contact states, refer to chapter Messages and
diagnosis (Page 57).

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14.1 Technical data in Siemens Industry Online Support
Technical data sheet

You can also find the technical data of the product at Siemens Industry Online Support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/).
1. Enter the full article number of the desired device in the "Product" field, and confirm with
the Enter key.
2. Click the "Technical data link.

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14.2 3RW30
14.2 3RW30
14.2.1 Overview
SIRIUS 3RW30 soft starters reduce the motor voltage through variable phase angle control
and increase it from a selectable starting voltage up to the mains voltage within the ramp
time. They limit the starting current and torque, so that the shocks that occur during direct
starts or wye-delta starting are avoided. Mechanical loads and mains voltage dips can be
effectively prevented in this way.
Soft starting reduces the stress on the connected equipment, resulting in lower wear and
therefore longer periods of trouble-free production. The selectable starting voltage means
the soft starters can be individually adjusted to the requirements of the application in
question and – unlike wye-delta starters – are not restricted to two-stage starting with fixed
voltage ratios.
SIRIUS 3RW30 soft starters are characterized above all by their small space requirements.
Integral bypass contacts mean that no power loss has to be taken into account at the power
semiconductors (thyristors) after the motor has started up. This cuts down on heat losses,
enabling a more compact design and making external bypass circuits superfluous.
Soft starters rated up to 55 kW (at 400 V) can be supplied for standard applications in three-
phase systems. Extremely small sizes, low power losses and simple startup are just three of
the many advantages of this soft starter.
Note
The rated motor current is extremely important when selecting a soft starter.
Refer to the information about selecting soft starters in chapter Configuration (Page 85).
Conditions for normal starting:
Max. ramp time 3 s, starting current 300%, 20 starts/hour, ON time 30%, standalone
assembly, max. installation altitude 1000 m / 3280 ft, ambient temperature
kW 40 °C / 104 °F. In the event of deviating conditions or increased switching frequency, it
may be necessary to choose a larger device. For information about the rated currents for
ambient temperatures above 40 °C, refer to chapter 3RW30..-.BB.. power electronics
(Page 130).

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14.2.2 3RW30..-.BB.. control electronics
14.2.3 3RW30..-.BB.. control times and parameters

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14.2.4 3RW30..-.BB.. power electronics
14.2.5 3RW30 13, 14, 16, 17, 18-.BB.. power electronics

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14.2.6 3RW30 26, 27, 28-.BB.. power electronics
14.2.7 3RW30 36, 37, 38, 46, 47-.BB.. power electronics

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14.2.8 3RW30 main conductor cross-sections

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14.2.9 3RW30 auxiliary conductor cross-sections
14.2.10 Electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 60947-4-2

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14.2.11 Recommended filters
14.2.12 Types of coordination

The type of coordination according to which the motor feeder with soft starter is mounted
depends on the application-specific requirements. Normally, fuseless mounting (combination
of motor starter protector and soft starter) is sufficient.
If type of coordination 2 needs to be fulfilled, semiconductor fuses must be fitted in the motor
feeder.

The device is defective following a short-circuit failure and therefore unsuitable for fur-
ther use. (Personnel and equipment must not be put at risk).
The device is suitable for further use following a short-circuit failure. (Personnel and
protective device (motor starter protector / fuse), not to additional components in the
feeder.

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14.2.13 Fuseless version
The rated motor current must be considered 2) The types of coordination are described in
1)
when selecting the devices. chapter Types of coordination (Page 134).

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14.2.14 Fused version (line protection only)
1)The types of coordination are described in 2) Iq = 50 kA at 400 V.

chapter Types of coordination (Page 134). 3) 3NA3 805-1 (NH00), 5SB2 61 (DIAZED),
Type of coordination 1 only refers to soft 5SE2 201-6 (NEOZED).
starters in conjunction with the stipulated pro-
tective device (motor starter protector / fuse),
not to any additional components in the feed-
er.
4) Note:The soft starter protection function of
the installed fuse is only guaranteed if the
rated current of the fuse is not less than "min-
imum" and not greater than "maximum".

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14.2.15 Fused version with SITOR 3NE1 fuses

Assembly as for type of coordination 2, with SITOR all-range fuses (F´1) for combined
thyristor and line protection.

chapter Types of coordination (Page 134). 3) No SITOR fuse required!
Type of coordination 2 only refers to soft Alternatively: 3NA3 803 (NH00), 5SB2 21
starters in conjunction with the stipulated pro- (DIAZED), 5SE2 206 (NEOZED)
not to additional components in the feeder.

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14.2.16 Fused version with SITOR 3NE3/4/8 fuses

Assembly as for type of coordination 2, with additional SITOR fuses (F3) for thyristor
protection only.

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chapter Types of coordination (Page 134).
Type of coordination 2 only refers to soft
starters in conjunction with the stipulated pro-
not to additional components in the feeder.

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14.3 3RW40
14.3 3RW40
14.3.1 Overview
SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starters have all the same advantages as the 3RW30 soft starters.
SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starters are characterized above all by their small space requirements.
Integral bypass contacts mean that no power loss has to be taken into account at the power
semiconductors (thyristors) after the motor has started up. This cuts down on heat losses,
enabling a more compact design and making external bypass circuits superfluous.
At the same time, this soft starter comes with additional integrated functions such as settable
current limiting, motor overload and intrinsic device protection, and optional thermistor motor
protection. The higher the motor rating, the more important these functions become because
they make it unnecessary to purchase and install protection equipment (such as overload
relays).
Internal intrinsic device protection prevents thermal overloading of the thyristors and the
power unit defects this can cause. As an option, the thyristors can also be protected against
short-circuiting with semiconductor fuses.
Thanks to integrated status and fault monitoring, this compact soft starter offers many
different diagnostics options. Up to four LEDs and relay outputs permit differentiated
monitoring and diagnostics of the operating mechanism by indicating the operating state as
well as for example mains or phase failure, missing load, non-permissible tripping
time/CLASS setting, thermal overloading or device faults.
Soft starters rated up to 250 kW (at 400 V) can be supplied for standard applications in
three-phase systems. Extremely small sizes, low power losses, and simple commissioning
are just three of the many advantages of the SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starters.

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14.3 3RW40
"Increased safety" type of protection EEx e according to ATEX Directive 94/9/EC

The SIRIUS 3RW40 soft starter sizes S0 to S12 are suitable for starting explosion-proof
motors with the "increased safety" type of protection EEx e.
Note
The rated motor current is extremely important when selecting a soft starter.
Refer to the information about selecting soft starters in chapter Configuration (Page 85).
Conditions for normal starting (CLASS 10):
Max. starting time 10 s, current limitation 300%, 5 starts/hour, ON time 30%, standalone
assembly, max. installation altitude 1000 m / 3280 ft, ambient temperature
kW 40 °C / 104 °F. In the event of deviating conditions or increased switching frequency, it
may be necessary to choose a larger device. For information about the rated currents for
ambient temperatures above 40 °C, refer to chapter 3RW40 2. to 7. power electronics
(Page 145).
14.3.2 3RW40 2., 3., 4. control electronics

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14.3.3 3RW40 5., 7. control electronics
14.3.4 3RW40 2., 3., 4. control electronics

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14.3.5 3RW40 5., 7. control electronics
14.3.6 3RW40 protection functions

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14.3.7 3RW40 control times and parameters

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14.3.8 3RW40 2. to 7. power electronics

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14.3.10 3RW40 36, 37, 38, 46, 47 power electronics

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14.3.11 3RW40 55, 56, 73, 74, 75, 76 power electronics

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14.3.12 3RW40 2., 3., 4. main conductor cross-sections

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14.3.13 3RW40 5., 7. main conductor cross-sections

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14.3.14 3RW40 .. auxiliary conductor cross-sections
14.3.15 Electromagnetic compatibility according to EN 60947-4-2

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14.3.16 Recommended filters
Soft starter type Rated cur- Recommended filter 1)

rent Voltage range 200 ... 480 V
of soft starter
Filter type Rated current of Connecting termi-
filter nals
A A mm2
3RW4036 45 4EF1512-1AA10 50 16
⇒ B84143B0050R110 (http://www.epcos.com)
3RW4037 63 4EF1512-2AA10 66 25
3RW4038 72 4EF1512-3AA10 90 25
3RW4046 80 4EF1512-3AA10 90 25
3RW4047 106 4EF1512-4AA10 120 50
1) The interference suppression filter is used to remove conducted interference in the main circuit. The field-conducted
emissions meet radio suppression level B. The filter selection applies under standard conditions: 10 starts per hour,
start time 4 s at 300% Ie.
14.3.17 Types of coordination

The type of coordination according to which the motor feeder with soft starter is mounted
depends on the application-specific requirements. Normally, fuseless mounting (combination
of motor starter protector and soft starter) is sufficient. If type of coordination 2 needs to be
fulfilled, semiconductor fuses must be fitted in the motor feeder.

The device is defective following a short-circuit failure and therefore unsuitable for fur-
ther use (personnel and equipment must not be put at risk).
The device is suitable for further use following a short-circuit failure (personnel and
protective device (motor starter protector / fuse), not to additional components in the
feeder.

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14.3.18 Fuseless version
1) The rated motor current must be considered 2) The types of coordination are described in
when selecting the devices. The 3RV13 and chapter Types of coordination (Page 152).
3RV23 motor starter protectors are used for
starter combinations (without motor protec-
tion). In this case, motor protection is provided
by the 3RW40 soft starter.

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14.3.19 Fused version (line protection only)
1)The types of coordination are described in chapter Types of coordination (Page 152). Type
of coordination 1 only refers to soft starters in conjunction with the stipulated protective de-
vice (motor starter protector / fuse), not to additional components in the feeder.

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14.3.20 Fused version with SITOR 3NE1 fuses

Assembly as for type of coordination 2, with SITOR all-range fuses (F´1) for combined
thyristor and line protection.

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14.3 3RW40
14.3.21 Fused version with SITOR 3NE3/4/8 fuses

Assembly as for type of coordination 2, with additional SITOR fuses (F3) for thyristor
protection only.

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Technical data
14.3 3RW40
14.3.22 Motor protection tripping characteristics for 3RW40 (with symmetry)

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Technical data
14.3 3RW40
14.3.23 Motor protection tripping characteristics for 3RW40 (with asymmetry)

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Dimension drawings 15
15.1 CAx data
You can find the CAx data in the Siemens Industry Online Support
(https://support.industry.siemens.com/cs/ww/en/ps/).
1. Enter the full article number of the desired device in the "Product" field, and confirm with
the Enter key.
2. Click the "CAx data link.

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Dimension drawings
15.1 CAx data

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Typical circuit diagrams 16
16.1 Typical circuit for the optional thermistor motor protection evaluation
A thermistor motor protection evaluation function is optionally available for the 24 V AC/DC
control voltage version of the 3RW40 2 to 3RW40 4.
Note
If a thermistor is connected (PTC type A or Klixon), you must remove the copper jumper
between terminals T11/21 and T22.
Figure 16-1 Optional thermistor motor protection evaluation

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Typical circuit diagrams
16.2 Control by pushbutton
16.2.1 Control of the 3RW30 by pushbutton
Figure 16-2 Wiring of the 3RW30 control and main circuits
(1) For permissible main and control voltage values (dependent on article number), refer to
chapter Technical data (Page 127).
(2) Alternatively, the motor feeder can be assembled as a fuseless or fused version with type
of coordination 1 or 2. For the assignment of fuses and switching devices, refer to chapter
Technical data (Page 127)
WARNING
(3) Automatic restart. Can result in death, serious injury, or property damage.
Faults caused by incorrect control voltage, a missing load, or a phase failure (refer to
chapter 3RW30: LEDs (Page 57)) are automatically reset when the system returns to
normal. An automatic restart is initiated and the 3RW restarted if a start command is
present at the input.
circuits.

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16.2.2 Control of the 3RW40 by pushbutton
Figure 16-3 Wiring of the 3RW402 - 3RW404 control circuit and 3RW402 - 3RW407 main circuit
Figure 16-4 Wiring of the control circuit 3RW405 - 3RW407
Technical data (Page 127)

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For the optional thermistor motor protection evaluation, refer to Typical circuit for the optional
thermistor motor protection evaluation (Page 161)

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16.3 Control by switch
16.3.1 Control of the 3RW30 by switch
Figure 16-5 Wiring of the control and main circuits
WARNING
circuits.
Technical data (Page 127).

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16.3.2 Control of the 3RW40 by switch

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WARNING
The start command (e.g. issued by the PLC or switch S1) must be reset prior to issuing a
RESET command because the motor attempts to restart again automatically following this
RESET command if a start command is still present. This particularly applies if the motor
protection has tripped. For safety reasons, you are advised to integrate the group fault
output (terminals 95 and 96) in the controller.
thermistor motor protection evaluation (Page 161).

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16.4 Control in automatic mode
16.4.1 Control of the 3RW30 in automatic mode
WARNING
circuits.

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16.4.2 Control of the 3RW40 in automatic mode

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WARNING
Note
(4) Idle time until restart.
Owing to the intrinsic protection (3RW), an idle time of at least five minutes must be allowed
prior to restarting if the device is switched on and off by means of the control voltage under
field conditions.
thermistor motor protection evaluation (Page 161)

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16.5 Control by PLC
16.5 Control by PLC
16.5.1 Control of the 3RW30 with 24 V DC by PLC
WARNING
circuits.

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16.5 Control by PLC
16.5.2 Control of the 3RW40 by PLC
Figure 16-12 Emergency stop wiring of the 3RW402 - 3RW404 control circuit (with 24 V control
voltage) and 3RW402 - 3RW407 main circuit

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16.5 Control by PLC
WARNING

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16.6 Control with an optional main / line contactor
16.6.1 Control of the 3RW30 with a main contactor
WARNING
circuits.

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16.6.2 Control of the 3RW40 with a main contactor
Note
If a soft stop is required, the function of output 13/14 must be reparameterized to "RUN"
(refer to Commissioning the 3RW40 (Page 109)).

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WARNING

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16.7 Reversing circuit
16.7.1 3RW30 reversing circuit
WARNING
circuits.

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16.7.2 3RW40 reversing circuit
Figure 16-18 Emergency stop wiring of the 3RW402 - 3RW405 control circuit and 3RW402 - 3RW407 main circuit

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WARNING
Note
No soft stop possible. Set the stopping time to 0 s with the potentiometer.

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16.8 Control of a magnetic parking brake
16.8.1 3RW30 motor with magnetic parking brake
WARNING
circuits.

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16.8.2 3RW402 - 3RW404, control of a motor with a magnetic parking brake
Figure 16-21 Emergency stop wiring of the 3RW402 - 3RW404 control circuit / main circuit
WARNING
Note

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16.8.3 3RW405 - 3RW407, control of a motor with a magnetic parking brake
Figure 16-22 Wiring of the control circuit, main circuit 3RW405 - 3RW407
WARNING
Note

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16.9 EMERGENCY STOP
16.9 EMERGENCY STOP
16.9.1 3RW30 EMERGENCY STOP and 3TK2823 safety relay
Figure 16-23 Wiring of the EMERGENCY STOP control circuit and the 3TK28 safety relay

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16.9 EMERGENCY STOP
WARNING
- If the 3TK28 is reset
- Faults caused by incorrect control voltage, a missing load, or a phase failure (refer to
normal.
An automatic restart is initiated and the 3RW restarted if a start command is present at the
input.
circuits.

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16.9 EMERGENCY STOP
16.9.2 3RW402 - 3RW404 EMERGENCY STOP and 3TK2823 safety relay

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16.9 EMERGENCY STOP
WARNING
RESET command (3TK or 3RW) if a start command is still present. This particularly applies
if the motor protection has tripped. For safety reasons, you are advised to integrate the
group fault output (terminals 95 and 96) in the controller.
Note
If the soft stop function is set (potentiometer stopping time set to >0 s) and the emergency
stop circuit is tripped, a "Missing load voltage, phase failure / missing load" fault may be
indicated on the soft starter. In this case, the soft starter must be reset according to the
selected RESET MODE.

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16.9 EMERGENCY STOP
16.9.3 3RW405 - 3RW407 EMERGENCY STOP and 3TK2823 safety relay

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16.9 EMERGENCY STOP
WARNING
RESET command (3TK or 3RW) if a start command is still present. This particularly applies
if the motor protection has tripped. For safety reasons, you are advised to integrate the
group fault output (terminals 95 and 96) in the controller.
Note
If the soft stop function is set (potentiometer stopping time set to >0 s) and the emergency
stop circuit is tripped, a "Missing load voltage, phase failure / missing load" fault may be
indicated on the soft starter. In this case, the soft starter must be reset according to the
selected RESET MODE.

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16.10 3RW and contactor for emergency starting
16.10.1 3RW30 and contactor for emergency starting
WARNING
Troubleshooting chapter) are automatically reset when the system returns to normal. An
automatic restart is initiated and the 3RW restarted if a start command is present at the
input.
circuits.

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16.10.2 3RW40 and contactor for emergency starting

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WARNING

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16.11 Dahlander / multispeed motor
16.11.1 3RW30 and Dahlander motor starting

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WARNING
circuits.

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16.11.2 3RW402 - 3RW404 and Dahlander motor starting
WARNING

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Note
16.11.3 3RW405 - 3RW407 and Dahlander motor starting

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Figure 16-35 Wiring of the main circuit 3RW405 - 3RW407
WARNING
Note

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Appendix A
A.1 Configuration data
Siemens AG
Technical Support Low-Voltage Control Systems
Phone: +49 (0) 911-895-5900
Fax: +49 (0) 911-895-5907
e-mail: technical-assistance@siemens.com
Motor data
Siemens motor?
Rated output: kW
Rated voltage: V
Mains frequency: Hz
Rated current: A
Starting current: A
Rated speed: rpm
Rated torque: Nm
Breakdown torque: Nm
Mass moment of inertia: kg*m2
Speed / torque characteristic curve

(The speed increments of the value pairs do not have to be equal)
nM 1/m "nsyn"
MM / MB
Speed / current characteristic curve

nM 1/m "nsyn"
IM / IB

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Appendix
A.1 Configuration data
Load data
Load type (e.g. pump, mill etc.):

Rated speed: rpm
Rated torque or rated output Nm or kW
Mass moment of inertia (load-specific) kg*m2
Mass moment of inertia (motor-specific) kg*m2
Speed / torque characteristic curve
nL 1/m "nsyn"
ML / MB
Start conditions
Starting frequency Starts

Switching Run-up time
cycles:
Operating time
Idle time
Stopping time
Ambient temperature °C
Yes Value
Starting current limitation? ❑ ...............
Acceleration torque limitation? ❑ ...............
Maximum starting time? ❑ ...............
Personal details
Last name, first name:
Company: ..................................................................................................................................
Department: ..............................................................................................................................
Street: .......................................................................................................................................
Zip code, town/city: ...................................................................................................................
Country: ....................................................................................................................................
Phone: ......................................................................................................................................
Fax: ..........................................................................................................................................
e-mail: ......................................................................................................................................

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Appendix
A.2 Table of parameters used

You can document your parameter settings in the table below.

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Appendix

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Index
Diagnostics, 58, 63
Dimension drawings, 14
3 Direct mounting, 70
Disconnector, 71
3D model, 14
Documentation of parameters, 199
3RW44, 23, 36, 107
Documentation of settings, 199, 199
3RW44 soft starter, 23, 36, 107
E
A
EPLAN macros, 14
Ambient temperature, 93, 94
ESD guidelines, 17
App
Siemens Industry Online Support, 15
Application examples, 89
F
Heavy-duty starting, 91
Normal starting, 90 Fan, 67
Applications, 29 FAQs, 11
For current limiting, 39 Fault signals, 50, 58, 63, 73
Soft stop, 41 Five safety rules for electricians, 22
Assembly type, 95, 98 Full motor protection, 42
ATEX, 42, 141
G
B Guidelines
Bypass contacts, 107, 117, 122 ESD guidelines, 17
Bypass mode, 26
BYPASSED function, 55
H
Heavy-duty starting, 75, 91
C
Ambient temperature, 91
Capacitors, 76 General conditions and constraints, 91
CAx data, 14, 159 Installation altitude, 91
CLASS 10, 89, 90, 120 ON time, 91
CLASS 15, 120 Parameter settings, 91
CLASS 20, 91, 120
CLASS potentiometer, 119
CLASS setting, 42, 44, 119 I
Commissioning, 103, 109
Ie potentiometer, 119
Configuration, 85
Increased safety, 42, 141
Contact, 71
Industry Mall, 10
Current limiting, 30, 35, 38, 39, 113, 115
Installation altitude, 93, 94, 94
Current limiting value, 38, 115
CLASS 10, 90
CLASS 20, 91
Normal starting, 90
D
Internet addresses
Degree of protection, 70 Brochures, 10
Device combinations, 33 Catalogs, 10

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Index
Industry Mall, 10 R
Online configurator, 10
Ramp time, 35, 105, 106, 112, 112
Intrinsic device protection, 45, 46
Ramp-down time, 41, 118
Ramp-up, 117
Ramp-up detection, 36, 39, 89
M
Ramp-up time, 107
Manuals, 11 3RW30, 107
Maximum starting time, 90, 91 3RW40, 112
Method of operation Rated data
Soft starters, 26 Reduction, 93
Two-phase control, 26 Rated operational current, 119
Motor current settings, 120 Reactive power compensation, 19
Motor overload protection, 42 Recovery time
Motor protection function, 42 Intrinsic device protection, 46
Motor ramp-up detection, 117 Motor overload protection, 44
Motor ramp-up time, 107 Thermistor motor protection, 45
Mounting position, 95, 98 References, 11
Horizontal, 67 RESET MODE, 49
Vertical, 67, 93 RUN function, 55, 122
N S
Natural stop, 40 Safety rules, 22
Normal starting, 85, 90, 128, 141 Screw-type technology, 77
Ambient temperature, 90 Selection criteria, 29
General conditions and constraints, 90 Semiconductor fuses, 46
Installation altitude, 90 Side-by-side assembly, 69
ON time, 90 Simulation Tool for Soft Starters, 100
Parameter settings, 90 SIRIUS 3RW44 soft starter, 23, 36, 107
SIRIUS modular system, 33
SITOR, 46
O SITOR semiconductor fuses, 46
Soft start, 25, 105, 111
ON function, 54, 122
Soft stop, 25, 118
ON time, 92
Spring-loaded technology, 77
Heavy-duty starting, 91
Standalone assembly, 69
Normal starting, 90
Start, 25
Output contact, 108, 122
Start modes, 85
Overdimensioning, 115
Starting current asymmetry, 38, 115
Overload protection, 44
Starting time
Maximum, 90, 91
Starting torque, 35
P
Starting voltage, 35
Phase angle control, 26 Startup class, 89
Polarity balancing, 26, 27 Stop, 25
Product data sheet, 159 Stop modes, 40
PROFIBUS, 23 Stop without load, 40, 118
Protection against voltage failure, 45 Stopping torque, 41
PTC thermistors, 45 Switching frequency, 92, 99, 99
Pump stop, 41, 41

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Index
T
t potentiometer, 112, 118
Technical Assistance, 15
Temperature sensor, 45
Thermistor motor protection, 42, 45, 121, 140, 161
Thermoclick sensors, 45
Three-phase induction motor, 23, 25
Thyristor, 26, 27
Thyristor protection, 46
Trip class, 42, 44, 44, 44, 119
Troubleshooting, 58, 63
Two-phase control, 27
Two-phase soft starters, 27, 27
Type of coordination, 46, 72, 73, 74, 75, 134
1, 134, 152
2, 134, 152
U
Ultra-heavy-duty starting, 23
V
Voltage ramp, 35, 37, 105, 111, 112
W
Water hammer, 41
X
xIe potentiometer, 114

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Index

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Siemens AG 3ZX1012-0RW30-1AC1 Copyright © Siemens AG 2009.

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

5.3 Motor protection / intrinsic device protection (3RW40 only) .................................................. 42

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

9 Installation / mounting ........................................................................................................................... 71

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

13.1.6 ON output ............................................................................................................................. 108

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

14.3.4 3RW40 2., 3., 4. control electronics ......................................................................................142

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

16.9 EMERGENCY STOP ........................................................................................................... 183

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

Purpose of this manual

Basic knowledge required

Standards and approvals

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

Selection data and ordering data

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

1.2 Additional documentation

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

● Further information on PROFINET

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

1.3 Siemens Industry Online Support

Information and service

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

1.4 Technical Assistance

1.5 Siemens Industry Online Support app

Siemens Industry Online Support app

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

Basic protective measures against electrostatic discharge

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

2.2 Reactive power compensation

Capacitors for improving the power factor (reactive power compensation)

2.3 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) according to IEC 60947-4-1

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

2.4 Security information

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

2.5 Recycling and disposal

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

2.7 Five safety rules for work in or on electrical systems

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

SIRIUS soft starter family

3RW30 and 3RW40

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

SIEMENS 1LG4253AA motor (55 kW)

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

Soft start /soft stop

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

3.2.1 Method of operation of a two-phase controlled soft starter

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

3.2.2 Starting current asymmetry

Figure 3-6 Starting current asymmetry

SIRIUS 3RW30 / 3RW40

3.2.3 Applications and use

Applications and selection criteria