Siemens — 1 Introduction

Introduction 1 Purpose of this manual This SIRIUS 3RA6 Compact Starter Manual describes the compact starter and its functions. It contains information about configuration, commissioning and servicing. As well as providing information about the compact starter itself, the manual also deals with compatible infeed systems. These are the SIRIUS infeed system for 3RA6, the insulated 3RV19 three-phase busbar system and the 8US busbar adapter. The options in terms of connecting to circuit breakers of other sizes and to the 3RV19 infeed system are also discussed within this context.

Furthermore, to facilitate configuration the manual contains dimension drawings and technical data of the system components. Topics The manual consists of instructive chapters, which are intended for reference purposes. The following table provides an overview of the topics covered:

Table 1-1 Chapter overview SIRIUS 3RA6 Compact Starter System Manual, 02/2008, GWA 4NEB 560 0601-02 DS 02 9 Chapter Contents Introduction Provides an overview of the manual's contents Product-specific information Provides product-specific information about the compact starter System description Provides an overview of the system components and their integration into the automation environment Configuration Provides information (e.g.

environmental requirements, use in combination with other products, etc.) about using the compact starter and accessories, which need to be taken into account right from the configuration stage Communication via AS-Interface Provides information about communication based on an AS-Interface Description of the hardware Describes the compact starter's display elements and operator controls Functions Describes the compact starter's functions Installation/Removal Describes how to install and remove the compact starter Connection Describes how to connect the compact starter Commissioning Provides information about the possible settings on the compact starter and addressing of the AS-i mounting module Diagnostics Provides information about what defined display element states signal in terms of device states and describes diagnostics via the AS-Interface