PowerXL DG1 - How to set Current limit parameter P8.2

Current Limit, parameter P8.2, determines the maximum motor current output from the PowerXL DG1 VFD.  When the motor current reaches the P8.2 current value, the VFD will limit the motor speed to control the motor current level.  

Here’s how you set current limit or the P8.2 parameter: 

1. In the Main menu place the cursor bar on Parameters and press the right arrow key or the OK key.
2. Use the down arrow to move the cursor to the P8 Motor Control menu and press the right arrow key or the OK key.
3. Use the down arrow to move the cursor to P8.2 Current limit menu and press the right arrow key or the OK key.
4. The numeric value in amperage (A) will blink, indicating that the value can be changed.  Use the up and/or down arrows to change the value of the current limit amperage.  Press the OK key when the desired amperage is reached.  The value will stop blinking, indicating the new value is set.

The current limit can also be set in the startup wizard.

Here are the recommended current limit P8.2 settings for the Power XL DG1 VFD. 

• For variable torque loads the P8.2 Current limit is set 110-125% of the motor nameplate full load amperage (FLA).
• For constant torque load the P8.2 Current limit is set to 150%- 200% of the motor nameplate full load amperage (FLA).