Yaskawa F7 to L1000A User Manual
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Doc#: PL.L1000A.01 Copyright Yaskawa Electric America, Inc.
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Subject: Transition Guide
Product: L1000A
Document: PL.L1000A.01
Title: Product Transition Guide – F7 to L1000A
Product Transition Guide – F7 to L1000A
Drive Replacement Checklist
Classification
Item
Checklist
Check
Verifying Installation Area of the Drive
Dimensions and installation holes differ between F7 and L1000A.
Verifying the Installation Location of the Digital Operator
•
When replacing the F7 drive, consider whether the new drive will need to have 
the digital operator mounted to the same location or if a different location is 
required.
•
If the same location is important, please consider the mounting position of the 
digital operator when installing the new unit.
Drive
Verifying Specialized Specifications 
Check to see if the F7 drive has a custom nameplate, or any other custom 
specifications.  
Verifying Main Circuit Lines (including ground) 
When replacing the F7 drive, be aware that the position of the main circuit terminal 
block wiring and wiring order will differ with the newer model. Consider how to 
rewire the terminal block or if different length cables are required. 
Main Circuit
Verifying Main Circuit Terminal Block and Specifications 
When replacing the drive, be aware that the position of the terminals may not be the 
same shape or size in the newer model. Refer to the terminal layout to ensure a 
proper match. 
Hardware
Control Circuit
Verifying Control Circuit Wiring 
When replacing the F7 drive, be aware that the position of the control circuit 
terminal block and wiring order will differ with the newer model. Consider how to 
rewire the terminal block or if different length cables are required. Refer to the 
terminal layout in the product instructions to ensure a proper match 
Software
Verifying Custom Software 
Check the drive software you are currently using to see if it is a standard Yaskawa 
software. If you’re not sure whether the software is standard or not, confirm the 
software number by contacting your Yaskawa representative. 
Software
Parameter
Verifying Parameter Settings
•
Check the parameter settings in the drive you are currently using. Use this 
replacement guide to set the new parameters to match the current application. 
•
For specialized software or for parameters not covered in this replacement guide, 
contact your Yaskawa representative. 
Option &
Other
Option
Card
Verifying Option Cards 
Option cards will need to be replaced with new option cards, as L1000A is not 
compatible with option cards used in F7 models. 
