Manual

Rockwell Automation Publication 1512A-UM100F-EN-P - May 2013 1
Chapter 1
General Information
Document Scope
This User Manual pertains to the Rockwell Automation Bulletin 1512A medium
voltage controller. The Bulletin 1512A structure provides one complete MV
controller unit.
The installation section provides instructions for both the standard enclosure
type and the Rockwell Automation arc resistant type (ArcShield).
The product Bulletin numbers covered by this document are:
• 1512A 200/400 A FVNR controller
• 1512AT 200/400 A Transformer Feeder
• 1512AP 200/400 A Prepared Space
This document may also be used as a reference guide for the following Bulletin
numbers:
• 1512DM 200/400 A VFD Input Contactor Units
• 1512DO 200/400 A VFD Output Contactor Units
• 1512M 200/400 A VFD Output Bypass Starter
• 1562E 200/400 A MV SMC Flex Solid-State
(up to 4800 V) Reduced Voltage Starter
• 1591B Incoming Line Unit
• 1592BF Fused Load Break Switch for Feeders
• 1592BP Fused Load Break Switch for Feeders, prepared space
Starter Identification
A nameplate is attached to the right-side flange of the structure (see Figure 1).
Refer to the nameplate for information such as series number, section number,
NEMA enclosure type, unit ratings, and bus ratings.
IMPORTANT
This document is to be used for all Bulletin 1512A unit types, including arc
resistant (ArcShield™) units. Important information specifically for ArcShield
units can be found in Appendix A
, Appendix B and Appendix C.
ATTENTION: Users must refer to the information in Appendix A, Appendix B
and Appendix C
to correctly install and maintain ArcShield arc resistant units.
Failure to do so may negate the arc resistant benefits provided by ArcShield,
exposing personnel to risk of serious injury or death.