Mitsubishi FR-XC Drive

Fault Code and MeaningCause and Remedy
HOLD

Operation panel lock

Cause:


Operation lock is set. Operation other than STOP/RESET is invalid.



Remedy:



  • Press MODE for 2 seconds to release the lock.


Er1

Write disable error

Cause:


Parameter setting was attempted while Pr.77 Parameter write selection is set to disable parameter write.



Remedy:



  • Check the Pr.77 setting.


rE1

Parameter read error

Cause:


A failure has occurred at EEPROM in the operation panel during reading of the parameter settings for Parameter copy.



Remedy:



  • Perform Parameter copy again.

  • The operation panel (FR-DU08) may be faulty. Contact your sales representative.


rE2

Parameter write error

Cause:



  • Parameter write from the operation panel to the multifunction regeneration converter was attempted for Parameter copy during operation.

  • A failure has occurred at EEPROM in the operation panel during writing of the parameter settings for Parameter copy.





Remedy:



  • Check that the converter is stopped.

  • After turning ON the SOF signal, perform Parameter copy again.

  • The operation panel (FR-DU08) may be faulty. Contact your sales representative.


rE3

Parameter verification error

Cause:



  • The data in the converter are different from the data in the operation panel.

  • A failure has occurred at EEPROM in the operation panel during parameter verification.





Remedy:



  • Continue the verification by pressing SET.

  • Perform the parameter verification again.

  • The operation panel (FR-DU08) may be faulty. Contact your sales representative.


rE4

Product series error

Cause:



  • The series of the source converter used to copy or verify parameters is not the same as the target converter.

  • The operation panel data was incorrect when attempting to verify parameters or copy parameters from the operation panel to the converter.





Remedy:



  • Check that the source converter being used to verify or copy parameters is the same series as the target converter.

  • Check that the copying of parameters was not interrupted due to a loss of power.

  • Try to copy or verify parameters again.


OL / LB

Overload signal detection

Cause:


Appears when the current limit function of the converter is activated.



Remedy:



  • Set the acceleration/deceleration time longer in the inverter.

  • Reduce the load.

  • Check that the peripheral devices are operating properly.


TH / LC

Electronic thermal relay function pre-alarm

Cause:


Appears if the cumulative value of the electronic thermal relay reaches or exceeds 85% of the preset level.



Remedy:



  • Check for large load or sudden acceleration.

  • Reduce the load and frequency of operation.


PS / LD

PU stop

Cause:


The PU stop (stop of the converter operation by pressing STOP/RESET on the PU) is enabled by the setting of Pr.75.



Remedy:



  • To reset the indication, turn ON the Converter stop (SOF) signal to stop the converter output, and press EXT.


MT / LE

Maintenance signal output

Cause:


Appears when the converter’s cumulative energization time reaches or exceeds the parameter set value (Pr.34 > Pr.35).



Remedy:



  • Write “0” in Pr.34 Maintenance timer.


CP

Parameter copy

Cause:


Appears when parameter copy is performed between the FR-XC-(H)55K or lower and the FR-XC-H75K.



Remedy:



  • Pr.52 PU main monitor selection and Pr.57 Restart selection must be set again.

  • Set the initial value in Pr.989 Parameter copy alarm release.


SL / LG

Power supply not detected

Cause:



  • Appears when the power supply detection ends incompletely at a power failure.

  • Appears at the power ON of the control circuit when using separate power supply sources for the control circuit and main circuit.





Remedy:



  • Check that the wiring from proper power source is performed correctly.

  • Correct the wiring.


LH

Converter operation disabled

Cause:


Appears when the regenerative operation is not possible due to data processing in the converter (e.g. triggered by SOF signal).



Remedy:



  • Turn OFF the SOF signal.

  • Check the power supply condition is stable.

  • Check that the multifunction regeneration converter was reset after Parameter copy.


LJ

Box-type reactor overheat pre-alarm

Cause:


Appears when the speed of cooling fan on the box-type reactor decreases.



Remedy:



  • The fan may be faulty. Contact your sales representative.

  • Check the cooling fan for a failure.


FN / LA

Fan alarm

Cause:


Appears when the cooling fan in the converter stops due to a fault or slows down.



Remedy:



  • The fan may be faulty. Contact your sales representative.

  • Check the cooling fan for a failure.


E.OCT / E.A

Overcurrent trip

Cause:


The converter output is shut off if the input current exceeds the specified level during operation.



Remedy:



  • Check for sudden load change.

  • Check for a short-circuit in the output circuit.

  • Check that the wiring is performed correctly.

  • Check that any power supply failure did not occur.

  • Keep the load stable.


E.OVT / E.B

Overvoltage trip

Cause:


If the converter’s internal main circuit DC voltage reaches or exceeds the specified value, the protective circuit is activated. Can also be caused by surge voltage.



Remedy:



  • Check for sudden load change and excessive regeneration.

  • Check that any power supply failure did not occur.

  • Keep the load stable.

  • Check the power supply.


E.THT / E.C

Overload trip (electronic thermal relay function)

Cause:


Electronic thermal relay activates in inverse-time characteristics against the converter input to stop the output.



Remedy:



  • Reduce the load.

  • Reconsider the configuration of the inverters for the converter.

  • Make the permissible voltage imbalance ratio within 3%.

  • Check that the total capacity of inverters is not larger than the converter capacity.


E.FIN / E.D

Heat sink overheat

Cause:


When the heat sink overheats, the temperature sensor activates, and the converter output is stopped.



Remedy:



  • Set the surrounding air temperature to within the specifications.

  • Clean the heat sink (check for clogging).

  • Replace the cooling fan if stopped.


E.IPF / E.E

Instantaneous power failure

Cause:


Instantaneous power failure protection function activates to stop the output. (Power failure persists for 100 ms or longer).



Remedy:



  • Remedy the instantaneous power failure.

  • Prepare a backup power supply for instantaneous power failure.

  • Set the function of automatic restart after instantaneous power failure (Pr.57).


E.UVT / E.F

Undervoltage

Cause:


If the power supply voltage drops to about 150 VAC or lower, the output is stopped to prevent control circuit malfunction.



Remedy:



  • Investigate the devices on the power system such as the power supply itself.

  • Check if a high-capacity motor is driven.

  • Check that the wiring is performed correctly.


E.ILF / E.G

Input phase loss

Cause:


This protective function is activated when any of the three phases of power input is lost.



Remedy:



  • Correct the wiring.

  • Repair a broken wire.


E.OHT / E.H

External thermal relay operation

Cause:


If an overheat protection device such as a thermostat activates, the output of the converter is stopped. (Available when “4” is set in Pr.3, Pr.4, or Pr.7).



Remedy:



  • Check for the overheat of a thermostat or other similar peripheral devices.

  • Check for a short circuit between terminals PC and SD.

  • Check the wiring.

  • Reset the thermostat (converter does not restart unless reset).


E.J / PUE / E.PUE

PU disconnection

Cause: Communication between the converter and the PU is suspended (e.g., disconnected parameter unit) while Pr.75 is set to “2, 3, 16 or 17”.



Remedy:

  • Check that the PU is connected properly.

  • Check that the Pr.75 setting is correct.

  • Set Pr.75 appropriately.

  • Fit the PU securely.


E.K / RET / E.RET

Retry count excess

Cause: Operation cannot be resumed properly within the set number of retries (enabled when Pr.67 is set).



Remedy:

  • Find the cause of the fault occurrence.

  • Eliminate the cause of the error preceding this error indication.


E.L / CPU / E.CPU

CPU fault

Cause: A communication fault in the built-in CPU has occurred.



Remedy:

  • Check for devices producing excess electrical noises around the converter.

  • Take measures against noises.

  • Contact your sales representative.


E.L / E13 / E.13

Internal circuit fault

Cause: An internal circuit fault has occurred.



Remedy:

  • Contact your sales representative.


E.M / P24 / E.P24

24 VDC power output short circuit

Cause: The 24 VDC power output from terminal PC is shorted.



Remedy:

  • Check for a short circuit in terminal PC.

  • Repair the short-circuited portion.

  • Reset via PU or power cycle (cannot be reset by external RES signal).


E.N / IOH / E.IOH

Inrush overheat

Cause: Inrush current limit contactor does not turn ON, thermostat activates, or the circuit is damaged due to frequent power ON/OFF.



Remedy:

  • Check that frequent power ON/OFF is not repeated.

  • Configure a circuit where frequent power ON/OFF is not repeated.

  • If situation persists, contact your sales representative.


E.P / PE / E.PE

Corrupt Memory (Control circuit board)

Cause: Parameter storage device fault (EEPROM failure) or too many parameter write times.



Remedy:

  • Set “1” in Pr.342 (write to RAM) for operations requiring frequent parameter writing.

  • If situation persists, contact your sales representative.


E.P / PE2 / E.PE2

PR storage alarm (Main circuit board)

Cause: Parameter storage device fault (EEPROM failure) on the main circuit board.



Remedy:

  • Contact your sales representative.


E.Q / OP1 / E.OP1

Communication option fault

Cause: Communication line error, wrong option setting, loose connector, cable break, or terminating resistor issue.



Remedy:

  • Check the option function setting.

  • Connect the communication option securely.

  • Check the connection of communication cables.


E.T / ERR / E.MF1

Connection mode fault

Cause: Connection mode selection switch does not match the actual wiring of main circuit terminals.



Remedy:

  • Check that the setting of Pr.415 SW2 setting status is correct.

  • Check the wiring.

  • Set Pr.415 appropriately.


E.U / ERR / E.MF2

Unsupported control selection

Cause: Unsupported function is set to be enabled by using Pr.416.



Remedy:

  • Check the setting of Pr.416.

  • Set Pr.416 correctly.


E.V / ERR / E.FT1

Box-type reactor overheat protection

Cause: Reactor overheat (LOH) signal detected, Pr.416 setting mismatch, installation error, or cooling fan failure.



Remedy:

  • Remove foreign matter from cooling fan.

  • Set Pr.416 correctly (match reactor model).

  • Check the wiring.

  • Contact sales representative if needed.


E.W / ERR / E.FT2

Box-type reactor cooling fan power short

Cause: Power supply for the cooling fan on the box-type reactor is shorted.



Remedy:

  • Check for a short circuit in power supply for the cooling fan.

  • Correct the wiring.


E.1 / E.1

Option fault

Cause: Contact failure between converter and option, switch setting changed, or excess electrical noise.



Remedy:

  • Connect the communication option securely.

  • Take measures against noises.

  • Set the switch for manufacturer setting back to initial position.

  • Contact sales representative if unresolved.


E.6 / E.16

Main circuit power supply detection fault

Cause: Power supply to the main circuit is not detected.



Remedy:

  • Contact your sales representative.


E.8 / E.8

Input power supply fault 1

Cause: Power supply frequency fault, phase detection failure, overvoltage, sudden amplitude change, or wiring error (R, S, T).



Remedy:

  • Check that the wiring from proper power source is performed correctly.

  • Correct the wiring.