No.

(Hex.)

Name

Description

Default

(Range)

L8-35

(04EC)

Installation Method Selection

Sets the type of drive installation.

0, 3

(0 - 3)

Note:
  • Parameter A1-03 [Initialize Parameters] does not initialize this parameter.

  • This parameter is set to the correct value when the drive is shipped. Change the value only in these conditions:

    • Side-by-Side installation

    • When you install a UL Type 1 kit on an IP20/UL Open Type drive to convert the drive to an IP20/UL Type 1 drive.

    • Mounting a standard drive with the heatsink outside the enclosure panel.

  • Do not change the settings for finless-type drives.

The drive automatically adjusts the overload protection detection level to the best value for each setting value. Refer to Derating Depending on Ambient Temperature for information about derating as specified by ambient temperature.

0
IP20/UL Open Type

Use this setting to install IP20/UL Open Type drives.

Make sure that there is 30 mm (1.18 in) minimum of space between drives or between the drive and side of the enclosure panel.

1
Side-by-Side Mounting

Use this setting to install more than one drive side-by-side.

Note:

You cannot install finless-type drives side-by-side.

2
IP20/UL Type1

Use this setting to install IP20/UL Type 1 drives.

Note:

You cannot install an IP20/UL Type 1 Kit (optional) on a finless-type drive.

3
External Heatsink/Finless

Use this setting when the heatsink (cooling fin) is outside the enclosure panel or when you install a finless-type drive.