Agrivolt F11 B1Q-AM, F11 B3Q-AM, F11 C1Q-600, F11 C1Q-600N, F11 C3Q-600, F11 C3Q-600N, F22 B1Q-AM, F22 B3Q-AM, F22 C1Q-600, F22 C1Q-600N, F22 C3Q-600, F22 C3Q-600N, F32 B3Q-AM, F52 B3Q-AM, F68 B3Q-AM, F104 B3Q-AM, F136 B3Q-AM Filters Installation Manual

Agrivolt F11 B1Q-AM, F11 B3Q-AM, F11 C1Q-600, F11 C1Q-600N, F11 C3Q-600, F11 C3Q-600N, F22 B1Q-AM, F22 B3Q-AM, F22 C1Q-600, F22 C1Q-600N, F22 C3Q-600, F22 C3Q-600N, F32 B3Q-AM, F52 B3Q-AM, F68 B3Q-AM, F104 B3Q-AM, F136 B3Q-AM Filters Installation Manual

Below you will find brief information for Agrivolt Filters F11 B1Q-AM, Agrivolt Filters F11 B3Q-AM, Agrivolt Filters F11 C1Q-600, Agrivolt Filters F11 C1Q-600N, Agrivolt Filters F11 C3Q-600. Agrivolt Filters are a range of filters for electronic noise in livestock facilities to prevent current flow at medium frequencies on grounding and bonding networks. These currents are produced from a variety of noise generating equipment such as Variable Speed Drives, electronic ventilation, electronic lighting ballasts and electrical fences, among others. Agrivolt Filters also protect equipment and eliminate problems from electromagnetic incompatibility between various components. Agrivolt considers that a 200 mA current at 1 KHz frequency or above, measured at the noise generating equipment, is a safe threshold. This threshold is based on the IEC standard 1479-2. Managing your electrical network: <>

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Agrivolt Filters F11 B1Q-AM, F11 B3Q-AM, F11 C1Q-600 - Installation Manual | Manualzz

Agrivolt Filters

For electronic noise

Technical Specifications

8780 Boul. de la Rive-Sud

Lévis, Québec, G6V 9G9

Téléphone : (418) 833-0773

and

Télécopie : (418) 833-4055

Sans Frais : 1-800-463-3486 [email protected]

Installation Manual

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Agrivolt Filters

A range of Filters for electronic noise conceived for

AGRIVOLT for livestock farm facilities in order to prevent current flow at medium frequencies on grounding and bonding networks. These currents are produced by various noise generators such as

Variable Speed Drives, electronic ventilation,

electronic lighting ballasts, and electrical fences, among others.

AGRIVOLT FILTERS also protect the equipment and eliminate problems from electromagnetic incompatibility between the various components.

AGRIVOLT considers that a 200 mA current at 1

KHz frequency or above, measured at the noise generating equipment, is a safe threshold. This threshold is based on the IEC standard 1479-2.

Managing your electrical network: <<A Must>>

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1.

Agrivolt Filter Selection Table

Variable Speed

Drives (1ø & 3ø)

Ventilation

F11B3Q-AM

600VMax 3 Phases 11Amps

F11B1Q-AM

600VMax 1 Phase 11Amps

F22B3Q-AM

600VMax 3 Phases 22 Amps

F32B3Q-AM

600VMax 3 Phases 32 Amps

F22B1Q-AM

600VMax 1 Phase 22Amps

F11B3Q-AM

600VMax 3 Phases 11Amps

F22B3Q-AM

600VMax 3 Phases 22Amps

F52B3Q-AM

600VMax 3 Phases 52 Amps

F68B3Q-AM

600VMax 3 Phases 68 Amps

F104B3Q-AM

600VMax 3 Phases 104 Amps

F136B3Q-AM

600VMax 3 Phases 136 Amps

Applications:

Large Electronic Fans

Tunnel Fans

Variable Speed Thermostats

Heat Mats etc.

Applications:

Well Pumps

Vacuum Pumps

Milk Pumps etc.

Installation (Thermostat) - Single Phase

Breaker

Agrivolt

Filter

T herm o stat

1

ø

Load

Installation (VSD) - Single and Three Phase

Breaker

VSD

Agrivolt

Filter

3

ø

Load

Installation - Single and Three Phase

Breaker VSD

Agrivolt

Filter

3

ø

M otor

Installation recommandations (Thermostat):

- Install the Agriv olt Filter betw een the Breaker

and the Thermostat

- Multiple Thermostats may be controlled

w ith one Agriv olt Filter as long as it is not

ov erloaded

- See full specification sheet for more details

Installation recommandations:

- Distinct Circuit per VSD

- PVC Conduit and THHN Wire (or equiv alent)

- Do not use any shielded, teck or extension

cord type w iring

- Remov e any EMI type Filters (internal

or External)

- Reduce the Carrier Frequency

- Install the Agriv olt Filter betw een the VSD

and the Motor

- Locate the VSD as close to the motor as

possible

- See full specification sheet for more details

(Section 4)

Installation recommandations (VSD):

- Distinct Circuit per VSD

- PVC Conduit and THHN Wire (or equiv alent)

- Do not use any shielded, teck or extension

cord type w iring

- Remov e any EMI type Filters (internal

or External)

- Reduce the Carrier Frequency

- Install the Agriv oltFilter betw een the VSD and

the Motor

- Locate the VSD as close to the motor as

possible

- See full specification sheet for more details

(Section 5)

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Lights

F11C1Q-600

600VMax 1Ø (L-N or L-L) 11A

F11C1Q-600N

600VMax 1Ø (L-N-L) 11A

F11C3Q-600

600VMax 3Ø (L-L-L) 11A

F11C3Q-600N

600VMax 3Ø (L-L-L-N) 11A

F22C1Q-600

600VMax 1Ø (L-N or L-L) 22A

F22C1Q-600N

600VMax 1Ø (L-N-L) 22A

F22C3Q-600

600VMax 3Ø (L-L-L) 22A

F22C3Q-600N

600VMax 3Ø (L-L-L-N) 22A

Applications:

Compact Lighting

Electronic Ballasts

Dimmers etc.

Installation (Electronic Lighting)

Breaker

Agrivolt

Filter

Light

Fixtures

Installation recommandations:

- Install the Agriv olt Filter betw een the Breaker

and the light fixtures

- Multiple light fixtures may be controlled

w ith one Agriv olt Filter as long as it is not

ov erloaded

- Remov e any EMI type Filters

- Keep w iring of the lighting aw ay from RF

ID antennas and data cables.

- Keep 6-8 inches betw een the ballasts and

metallic structures of the building

- See full specification sheet for more details

(Section 6)

2. Characteristics of Agrivolt Filters

2.1 Technical description of the product

Agrivolt Filter, by design, modifies the characteristics of the impulse produced by noise generating equipment by having high impedance at medium frequency in differential-mode and common-mode while avoiding any bond with the grounding network. By avoiding redirecting this capacitive leak to the grounding and bonding networks, contrary to an EMI Filter, the

Agrivolt Filter protects the animal and the equipment in livestock facilities. Moreover, it prevents the problems of electromagnetic incompatibility between various equipment components.

62.5 KHz

16.6KHz

X Div : 50us/div Y Div : 50mV/div

X Div : 5us /div Y Div : 500mV/div

Without Agrivolt Filter With Agrivolt Filter

2.2 Differential-mode, common-mode

Differential Mode Noise:

This type of noise is found between the lines of a circuit.

Common Mode Noise: This type of noise is found between one or several lines of a

Conducted Noise:

Radiated Noise:

circuit and the ground conductor.

This type of noise is transmitted through the cables or the equipment.

This type of noise is transmitted alongside the cables or equipment in the form of electromagnetic waves.

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2.3 Single-phase or three-phase current

Agrivolt Filters can be used on a single-phase or three-phase current network.

Filters for variable speed motors

Single phase Application

L1

FxxB1Q-AM

L2 or N

L

L

L

Filters for Electronic Lighting

Three phase Application

FxxB3Q-AM

L

N

Single Phase Application

F11C1Q-600

F22C1Q-600

L

N

F11C1Q-600N

F22C1Q-600N

L

Three Phase Application

BLACK

RED

BLACK

BLUE

RED

BLACK

WHITE

BLACK

WHITE

RED

L1

L2

L3

L1

L2

L3

N

F11C3Q-600

F22C3Q-600

F11C3Q600-N

F22C3Q600-N

Canada

RED

BLACK

BLUE

RED

BLACK

BLUE

WHITE

USA

BLACK / BROWN

RED / ORANGE

BLUE / YELLOW

BLACK / BROWN

RED / ORANGE

BLUE / YELLOW

WHITE / GRAY

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2.4 Temperature range

Operating temperature range: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to +40°C)

Storage temperature range: -85°F to 194°F (-65°C to +90°C)

2.5 Size and weight

2.5.1 Filters for variable speed motors

Products

F11B1Q-AM

F22B1Q-AM

F11B3Q-AM

Box Dimensions

A

8/20.3

Inch / cm

B

8/20.3

C

4/10.2

8/20.3

8/20.3

8/20.3

8/20.3

4/10.2

4/10.2

G

8.75/22.2

8.75/22.2

8.75/22.2

Centers

Inch / cm

H

6/15.2

6/15.2

6/15.2

L

9.5/24.1

9.5/24.1

9.5/24.1

Weight

(Pound/Kg)

12.0 / 6.0

12.0 / 6.0

12.0 / 6.0

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F22B3Q-AM

F32B3Q-AM

F52B3Q-AM

F68B3Q-AM

10/25.4 8/20.3

12/30.5 12/30.5

12/30.5 12/30.5

16/40.6 14/35.6

6/15.2

6/15.2

6/15.2

8/20.3

10.75/27.3

12.75/32.4

12.75/32.4

16.75/42.5

6/15.2

10/25.4

10/25.4

12/30.5

11.5/29.2

13.5/34.3

13.5/34.3

17.5/44.5

18.0 / 8.0

30.0 / 14.0

30.0 / 14.0

48.0 / 22.0

Products

F104B3Q-AM

F136B3Q-AM

Box Dimensions

A

Inch / cm

B

24/60.9 20/50.8

C

7/17.8

36/91.4 24/60.9 9/22.9

Centers

Inch / cm

Weight

(Pound/Kg)

G

21.9/55.6

H

15/38.1

J

2.5/6.35 108.0 / 54.0

33.5/85.1 16.75/42.5 3.63/9.22 221.0 / 100.0

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2.5.1 Filters for electronic lighting

Product

F11C1Q-600

4,0/10,16

F11C1Q600-N

4,0/10,16

F11C3Q-600

4,0/10,16

Box dimensions

Inch / cm

2,05/5,2

2,05/5,2

2,05/5,2

1,49/3,78

1,49/3,78

1,49/3,78

3,5/8,89

3,5/8,89

3,5/8,89

Centers

Inch / cm

1,02/2,61 0,125/0,32

1,02/2,61 0,125/0,32

1,02/2,61 0,125/0,32

Weight

(lbs/Kg)

1,75/0,8

1,75/0,8

1,75/0,8

Box dimensions

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Centers Weight

Inch / cm

Product

F11C3Q600-N

5,78/14,68 4,72/12,01 2,26/5,74 5,25/13,34

F22C1Q-600

5,78/14,68 4,72/12,01 2,26/5,74 5,25/13,34

F22C1Q600-N

5,78/14,68 4,72/12,01 2,26/5,74 5,25/13,34

F22C3Q-600

5,78/14,68 4,72/12,01 2,26/5,74 5,25/13,34

F22C3Q600-N

5,78/14,68 4,72/12,01 2,26/5,74 5,25/13,34

2.6 Terminal blocks – Filters for variable speed motors

Reference Amperage Voltage

F11 25 A 600 V

F22

F32

35 A

50A

600 V

600 V

F52

F68

F104

F136

65 A

85 A

175 A

175 A

600 V

600 V

600 V

600 V

2.7 Certifications / Identification Label

CSA(us) certification and CE Marking

SER-0000

Filtre Agrivolt

Agrivolt Filter

F11B3Q-AM

11A 600V 60Hz 3Phases

Fabriqué au Canada – Made in Canada

2.8 Patents

Inch / cm

3,5/8,89

3,5/8,89

3,5/8,89

3,5/8,89

3,5/8,89

Wire

22-10

22-10

14-8

14-6

14-4

2/0-#14

2/0-#14

(lbs/Kg)

0,125/0,32 3,5/1,6

0,125/0,32 3,5/1,6

0,125/0,32 3,5/1,6

0,125/0,32 3,5/1,6

0,125/0,32 3,5/1,6

SER-0000

Filtre Éclairage Électronique Agrivolt

Agrivolt Electronic lighting Filter

F11C1Q-600

11A 600V 60Hz (L-N or L-L)

Fabriqué au Canada – Made in Canada

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Product patent # US 6,690,565 - CA 2,424,857

2.9 Manufacturing

Agrivolt Filters are manufactured in Canada by Nuvolt Corporation Inc.

3. Agrivolt Filters Installation Procedure

3.1 Reception of the product

- Make sure the Agrivolt Filter corresponds to the noise generator you want to correct.

- Make sure Agrivolt Filters are not damaged in transport.

3.2 Handling

- It is recommended to keep Agrivolt Filters in their original packing until use.

3.3 Pre assembly precautions

- Agrivolt Filter must be easy to reach and located in a dry place.

- Avoid locating the Agrivolt Filter close to a heat source.

- Leave enough free space to allow good air flow.

- Install the Agrivolt Filter vertically.

- One must remove the EMI Filter before installing the Agrivolt Filter.

- No lightning protector or power factor corrector can be used on the output side of the noise generator.

3.4 Agrivolt Filter Assembly

- The installation of the Agrivolt Filter and the material used must be in compliance with applicable codes.

- Physically separate the input and output wiring of the Agrivolt Filter.

- Physically separate the input and output conductors of the noise generator.

- Firmly set the Agrivolt Filter on a wall

- We recommend the use of the following wires for the input and output connection to the

Agrivolt Filter: copper conductors, 600 volts, 105ºC (221ºF), strands;

USA & Canada

REW - XLPVC

TEW

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- The acceptable minimal distance between power wires and control wires is 7 cm (3 inches).

4. Installing Agrivolt Filter with a Variable Speed Drive (VSD)

1Q or 3Q (FxxB3Q-AM)

4.1 Diagram

VSD

200A

N G

PVC

Conduit

PVC

Conduit

PVC

Conduit

Zoom #1

3Q

L1 L2 L3 T1 T2 T3 G

4.2 Installing Agrivolt Filter with a Variable Speed Drive (VSD)

- The Variable Speed Drive must at all time be powered from a separate circuit.

- EMI filters must be removed from the Variable Speed Drive circuit.

- Do not use line reactor or power factor corrector between the circuit breaker and the motor.

- Separate conductors required: under no condition should the power wire of the Variable

Speed Drive run with other networks in the same conduit, auxiliary gutters, wire shelves, etc

- A rigid or flexible non-metallic conduit is required for connection between motor, Agrivolt

Filter and Variable Speed Drive.

- We recommend the use of the following wires for the input and output connection to the

Agrivolt Filter: copper conductors, 600 volts, 105ºC (221ºF), strands;

USA & Canada

REW - XLPVC

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TEW

- The input and output wires of the Variable Speed Drive must be in separate conduits.

- Wiring is copper, minimum #14 strands.

- Wiring for connection between the motor and the Variable Speed Drive must be copper 600 volts, 90ºC (194ºF) minimum (THHN, MTW, etc…)

- Only rigid 600Volts 105ºC (221ºF) minimum wire connectors should be used.

- The gauge of the grounding and bonding wire is prescribed by the Electric Codes. Wire must be isolated type.

- If any current remains in the grounding and bonding wire, it is necessary to change, to move or to give up one or more grounds. (CEC, 10-200 / NEC, 250,6,B)

4.3 Check-up Procedure before starting Agrivolt Filter

Make sure

- There is no risk of condensation in the case.

- The grounding wires are well connected.

- The wires used respect Agrivolt recommendations and the National Electric Codes.

4.4 Check-up Procedure after starting Agrivolt Filter

1) The Variable Speed Drive is incompatible with another component:

Several power lines from different networks are running through the same conduit.

There is an EMI Filter in the circuit.

Check the acceleration ramp

Use the lowest value at the carrier frequency.

Check for electric arc (circuit breakers, etc…)

Check the variation of tension (%) of the power line.

Check if there is any non-filtered noise generating component.

2) The electrical circuit leakage capacitance is high

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The leakage capacitance of the electrical circuit (of the Variable Speed Drive, lines, motors, etc) is important for good performances. For instance, pay special attention to installations connected to submersible pumps.

In many cases, in the presence of a high leakage capacitance, a noise is perceptible at the

Agrivolt Filter. To eliminate this noise, it is necessary to improve the leakage capacitance of the electrical circuit of the Variable Speed Drive. Wires between the Variable Speed Drive and the motor are the most solicited and must have at all time a low leakage capacitance.

3) Presence of a current loop

It is possible that an existing installation use a metal conduit as well as a ground wire for grounding. A problem of induction then develops. Induction generates a current which circulates (in loop) in the ground wire and the metal conduit. This current in turn radiates and generates a current in the adjacent communication or electrical networks. To solve the problem, disconnect the secondary side from the grounding and bonding wire.

Here is an example:

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Zoom #3

G

Zoom #4

G

Zoom #1

Agrivolt

Filter

VSD

Distribution Panel

200A

3Q Motor

Steel Conduit

PVC Conduit PVC Conduit

N

G

Metal Enclosure

Steel

Connector

Steel

Conduit

Zoom #2

Zoom #1 Represents the primary side of the steel conduit, this side is grounded

Zoom #2 Represents the secondary side of the steel conduit, this side is grounded.

Zoom #3 Represents the ground wire in the steel conduit disconnected and isolated at the secondary side.

You also can see that a ground wire is assuring a ground continuity to the VSD enclosure since a

PVC conduit is present.

Zoom #4 Represents the ground wire used has continuity to the motor

4.5 Motor with long wires

The location of the Variable Speed Drive (VSD) and of the Agrivolt Filter must be within 50 feet (15 meters) of the motor (ventilation).

5. Installation of an Agrivolt Filter with electronic ventilation

(FxxB1Q-AM)

5.1 Installation Diagram

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Distribution Panel

Agrivolt

Filter

200A

Electronic

Dimmer

Fan

N G

PVC

Conduit

Zoom #1

1Q

L1 L2(N) T1 T2(N) G

5.2 Installation of the Agrivolt Filter

- The noise generator must at all time be powered from a separate circuit.

- EMI filters must be removed from the circuit.

- The input and output wires of the noise generating component must be separated.

- Separate wires required: under no condition should the power wires of the noise generating component run with other networks in the same conduit, auxiliary gutters, wire shelves, etc

- Wiring is copper, minimum #14 strands.

- Wiring for connection between the circuit breaker and the load must be copper, 600 volts,

90ºC (194ºF) minimum (THHN, MTW, etc…)

- Only rigid 600Volts 105ºC (221ºF) minimum wire connectors should be used.

- The gauge of the grounding and bonding wire is prescribed by the Electric Codes. Wire must be of isolated type.

- If any current remains in the grounding and bonding wire it is necessary to change, to move or to give up one or more grounds. (CEC, 10-200 / NEC, 250,6,B)

5.3 Check-up Procedure before starting Agrivolt Filter

Make sure that:

- There is no risk of condensation in the case.

- The ground wires are well connected.

- The wires used respect Agrivolt recommendations and the National Electric Codes.

5.4 Check-up Procedure after starting Agrivolt Filter

1) The noise generator is incompatible with another component.

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PVC

Conduit

PVC

Conduit

Several power wires from different networks are running through the same conduit.

There is an EMI Filter in the circuit.

Check for electric arc (circuit breakers, etc…)

Check if there is any non-filtered noise generating component.

2) The electrical circuit leakage capacitance is high

The leakage capacitance of the electrical circuit including the noise generator, wires, load, is important for good performances. In many cases, in the presence of a high wiring leakage capacitance, a noise is perceptible at the Agrivolt Filter. To eliminate this noise, it is necessary to improve the leakage capacitance of the electrical circuit.

5.5 Installation of an Agrivolt Filter with a variable speeds type electronic ventilation

(VSD)

5.5.1 Installation Diagram

Distribution Panel

200A

Variable Speed

Drive

VSD

Agrivolt

Filter

Fan

N G

PVC

Conduit

PVC

Conduit

PVC

Conduit

Zoom #1

3Q

L1 L2 L3 T1 T2 T3 G

5.5.2 Installation Procedure for the Agrivolt Filter.

- The Variable Speed Drive must at all time be powered from a separate circuit.

- EMI filters must be removed from the Variable Speed Drive circuit.

- Do not use line reactor or power factor corrector between the circuit breaker and the motor.

- Separate conductors required: under no condition should the power wire of the Variable

Speed Drive run with other networks in the same conduit, auxiliary gutters, wire shelves, etc

- A rigid or flexible non-metallic conduit is required for connection between motor, Agrivolt

Filter and Variable Speed Drive.

- We recommend the use of the following wires for the input and output connection to the

Agrivolt Filter: copper conductors, 600 volts, 105ºC (221ºF), strands;

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USA & Canada

REW - XLPVC

TEW

- The input and output wires of the Variable Speed Drive must be in separate conduits.

- Wiring is copper, minimum #14 strands.

- Wiring for connection between the motor and the Variable Speed Drive must be copper,

600 volts, 90ºC (194ºF) minimum (THHN, MTW, etc…)

- Only rigid 600Volts 105ºC (221ºF) minimum wire connectors should be used.

- The gauge of the grounding and bonding wires is prescribed by the Electric Codes. Wire must be of isolated type.

- If any current remains in the grounding and bonding wires it is necessary to change, to move or to give up one or more grounds. (CEC, 10-200 / NEC, 250,6,B)

5.5.3 Check-up Procedure before starting Agrivolt Filter

Make sure that:

- There is no risk of condensation in the case.

- The ground wires are well connected.

- The wires used respect Agrivolt recommendations and the National Electric Codes.

5.5.4 Check-up Procedure after starting Agrivolt Filter

1) The noise generator is incompatible with other components

Several power lines from different networks are running through the same conduit.

There is an EMI Filter in the circuit.

Check the acceleration ramp.

Use the lowest value at the carrier frequency.

Check for electric arc (circuit breakers, etc…)

Check the variation of tension (%) of the power line.

Check if there is any non-filtered noise generating component.

2) The electrical circuit leakage capacitance is high

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The leakage capacitance of the electrical circuit including the components (Variable Speed

Drive, lines, motors, etc) is important for good performances.

In many cases, in the presence of a high wiring leakage capacitance, a noise is perceptible at the Agrivolt Filter. To eliminate this noise, it is necessary to improve the leakage capacitance of the electrical circuit of the Variable Speed Drive. Wires between the Variable Speed Drive and the motor are the most solicited and must have at all time a low leakage capacitance.

3) Presence of a current loop

It is possible that an existing installation use a metal conduit as well as a ground wire for grounding. A problem of induction then develops. Induction generates a current which circulates (in loop) in the ground wire and the metal conduit. This current in turn radiates and generates a current in the adjacent communication or electrical networks. To solve the problem, disconnect the secondary side from the ground wire.

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Here is an example:

Zoom #3

G

Zoom #4

G

Zoom #1

Agrivolt

Filter

VSD

Distribution Panel

200A

3Q Motor

Steel Conduit

PVC Conduit PVC Conduit

N

G

Metal Enclosure

Steel

Connector

Steel

Conduit

Zoom #2

Zoom #1 Represents the primary side of the steel conduit, this side is grounded

Zoom #2 Represents the secondary side of the steel conduit, this side is grounded.

Zoom #3 Represents the ground wire in the steel conduit disconnected and isolated at the secondary side.

You also can see that a ground wire is assuring a ground continuity to the VSD enclosure since a

PVC conduit is present.

Zoom #4 Represents the ground wire used has continuity to the motor

4) Motor with too long a wire

We recommend the installation of the Variable Speed Drive and of the Agrivolt Filter within

50 feet (15 meters) of the motor (ventilation).

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6. Installation of an Agrivolt Filter with electronic lighting ballasts

6.1 Installation Diagram

Distribution Panel

Agrivolt

Filter

Switch

Light Fixture

200A

N G

PVC

Conduit

Zoom #1

PVC

Conduit

PVC

Conduit

To other Light

Fixtures

1Q

L1 L2(N) T1 T2(N) G

6.2 Installing the Agrivolt Filter

Electronic lighting ballasts must at all time be powered from a separate circuit.

EMI filters must be removed from the circuit.

Do not use Line Reactor or Power Factor Corrector between the circuit breaker and the load.

Separate conductors required: under no condition should the power conductor of the electronic lighting ballasts run with other networks in the same conduit, auxiliary gutters, wire shelves, etc

Wiring is copper, minimum #14 strands.

Wiring for connection between the breaker and the load must be copper, 600 volts, 90ºC

(194ºF) minimum (THHN, MTW, etc…)

Only rigid 600Volts 105ºC (221ºF) minimum wire connectors should be used.

The gauge of the grounding and bonding wire is prescribed by the Electric Codes. Wire must be of isolated type.

If any current remains in the grounding and bonding wire it is necessary to change, to move or to give up one or more grounds. (CEC, 10-200 / NEC, 250,6,B)

Keep 6-8 inches between the ballasts and metallic structures of the building

6.3 Check-up Procedure before starting Agrivolt Filter

Make sure that

There is no risk of condensation in the case.

The ground wires are well connected.

The wires used respect Agrivolt recommendations and the National Electric Codes.

6.4 Check-up Procedure after starting Agrivolt Filter

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1) Electronic lighting ballasts remain incompatible with another component.

Several power lines from different networks are running through the same conduit.

There is an EMI Filter in the circuit.

Check for electric arc (circuit breakers, etc…)

Check if there is any non-filtered noise generating component.

2) The electrical circuit leakage capacitance is too high

The leakage capacitance of the electrical circuit including wiring and load is important for good performances. In the presence of a high wiring leakage capacitance, a noise is perceptible at the Agrivolt Filter. To eliminate this noise, it is necessary to improve the leakage capacitance of the electrical circuit.

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7. Warning about breakdown service on Agrivolt Filter

Before performing any intervention, it is necessary to shut down the Agrivolt Filter. Wait 3 minutes after shut down to allow for the condensers to discharge.

The Agrivolt Filter is likely to evolve technically with time. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for modifications to the equipment, be it to improve performance, appearance or use.

Installing and starting the Agrivolt Filter must be in compliance with National and Local

Standards as applicable at the place of use. This responsibility lies with the Installer.

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8. Validation Procedure

Physical installation

Check the ambient conditions of operations

Check the conformity of installation on a vertical wall

Check the conformity of the power line wiring

Check the conformity of wiring to the electrical circuit

Check the absence of EMI Filter

Check the grounding

Electrical installation

Check the electric charge according to the Agrivolt Filter

Check the conformity of connections

Check the color coding of phases

 Check the direction of rotation of the motor

Note: One cannot take measurements in voltage in the environment of a noise generator and more particularly with Variable Speed Drives. The output of Variable Speed drives varies in relation to the mass. This situation explains why we can measure voltage impulse up to 2000V whatever is the supply voltage of a variable speed drive. Moreover, the measuring equipment being used performs at high impedance and is easily influenced by radiated noise. It is thus necessary to take a measure in current for more accuracy. It is completely impossible to reduce the amount of electronic noise to zero in the animal environment with Agrivolt Filters.

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9. Maintenance

Before performing any intervention on the Agrivolt Filter, cut power off and wait for the condensers to discharge (approximately 3 minutes).

The tension at the connector blocks can reach 600V depending on the tension of the network.

In the event of anomaly with setting into service or exploitation, first make sure that the recommendations relating to the environment, the assembly and connections were respected.

The Agrivolt Filter does not require preventive maintenance. Nevertheless, it is recommended, on a regular basis, to:

check the state of connections,

make sure that the temperature in the vicinity of the apparatus remains at an acceptable level,

Vacuum-clean the Agrivolt Filter if necessary.

AGRIVOLT TECHNICAL SERVICE

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10. Warranty

Agrivolt

8780 de la Rive-Sud Blvd.

Levis (Quebec) G6V 9G9 Canada

Phone : (418) 833-

0773 ● Fax : (418) 833-4055

Toll Free : 1-866-574-2474

[email protected]

● www.agrivolt.com

Printed in Canada

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Agrivolt

155 County Route 44

Argyle, NY 12809

Cell Phone: (518) 222-3003

● Fax : (518) 615-0941

Toll Free : 1-866-574-1753

[email protected]

● www.agrivolt.com

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Key Features

  • Prevents current flow at medium frequencies
  • Protects animals and equipment
  • Eliminates electromagnetic incompatibility
  • IEC standard 1479-2 compliant
  • Wide range of models for different applications
  • Easy to install and maintain

Frequently Answers and Questions

Where should I install the Agrivolt Filter?
The Agrivolt Filter must be easy to reach and located in a dry place. Avoid locating it close to a heat source, leave enough free space to allow good air flow and install it vertically.
What should be removed before installing the Agrivolt Filter?
One must remove the EMI Filter before installing the Agrivolt Filter. No lightning protector or power factor corrector can be used on the output side of the noise generator.
How do I connect the Agrivolt Filter?
Physically separate the input and output wiring of the Agrivolt Filter. Physically separate the input and output conductors of the noise generator. Firmly set the Agrivolt Filter on a wall. We recommend the use of the following wires for the input and output connection to the Agrivolt Filter: copper conductors, 600 volts, 105ºC (221ºF), strands; USA & Canada REW - XLPVC TEW.

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