ABB ACQ580 Drive

Fault Code and MeaningCause and Remedy
A2B1
Overcurrent

Cause: Output current has exceeded internal fault limit. In addition to an actual overcurrent situation, this warning may also be caused by an earth fault or supply phase loss.


Remedy:

  • Check motor load.

  • Check acceleration times in parameter group 23 Speed reference ramp (speed control) or 28 Frequency reference chain (frequency control).

  • Check parameters 46.01 Speed scaling, 46.02 Frequency scaling and 46.03 Torque scaling.

  • Check motor and motor cable (including phasing and delta/star connection).

  • Check for an earth fault in motor or motor cables by measuring the insulation resistances of motor and motor cable.

  • Check there are no contactors opening and closing in motor cable.

  • Check that the start-up data in parameter group 99 Motor data corresponds to the motor rating plate.

  • Check that there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in motor cable.


A2B3
Earth leakage

Cause: Drive has detected load unbalance typically due to earth fault in motor or motor cable.


Remedy:

  • Check there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in motor cable.

  • Check for an earth fault in motor or motor cables by measuring the insulation resistances of motor and motor cable.

  • If an earth fault is found, fix or change the motor cable and/or motor.

  • If no earth fault can be detected, contact your local ABB representative.


A2B4
Short circuit

Cause: Short-circuit in motor cable(s) or motor.


Remedy:

  • Check motor and motor cable for cabling errors.

  • Check motor and motor cable (including phasing and delta/star connection).

  • Check for an earth fault in motor or motor cables by measuring the insulation resistances of motor and motor cable.

  • Check there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in motor cable.


A2BA
IGBT overload

Cause: Excessive IGBT junction to case temperature. This warning protects the IGBT(s) and can be activated by a short circuit in the motor cable.


Remedy:

  • Check motor cable.

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.

  • Check motor power against drive power.


A3A1
DC link overvoltage

Cause: Intermediate circuit DC voltage too high (when the drive is stopped).


Remedy:

  • Check the supply voltage setting (parameter 95.01 Supply voltage).

  • Note that the wrong setting of the parameter may cause the motor to rush uncontrollably, or may overload the brake chopper or resistor.


A3A2
DC link undervoltage

Cause: Intermediate circuit DC voltage too low (when the drive is stopped).


Remedy:

  • Check the supply voltage.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


A3AA
DC not charged

Cause: The voltage of the intermediate DC circuit has not yet risen to operating level.


Remedy:

  • Check the supply voltage.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


A490
Incorrect temperature sensor setup

Cause: Temperature cannot be supervised due to incorrect adapter setup.


Remedy:

  • Check the settings of temperature source parameters 35.11 and 35.21.


A491
External temperature 1

Cause: Measured temperature 1 has exceeded warning limit. (Editable message text).


Remedy:

  • Check the value of parameter 35.02 Measured temperature 1.

  • Check the cooling of the motor (or other equipment whose temperature is being measured).

  • Check the value of 35.13 Temperature 1 warning limit.


A492
External temperature 2

Cause: Measured temperature 2 has exceeded warning limit. (Editable message text).


Remedy:

  • Check the value of parameter 35.03 Measured temperature 2.

  • Check the cooling of the motor (or other equipment whose temperature is being measured).

  • Check the value of 35.23 Temperature 2 warning limit.


A4A0
Control board temperature

Cause: Control board temperature is too high.


Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code.

  • (None): Check ambient conditions, air flow/fan, heatsink fins.

  • (0001) Thermistor broken: Contact an ABB service representative for control board replacement.


A4A1
IGBT overtemperature

Cause: Estimated drive IGBT temperature is excessive.


Remedy:

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.

  • Check motor power against drive power.


A4A9
Cooling

Cause: Drive module temperature is excessive.


Remedy:

  • Check ambient temperature. If it exceeds 40°C/104°F (IP21 frames R4…R9) or 50°C/122°F (IP21 frames R1…R9), ensure load current does not exceed derated capacity.

  • For P55 frames, check derating temperatures in Hardware manual.

  • Check drive module cooling air flow and fan operation.

  • Check inside of cabinet and heatsink of drive module for dust pick-up. Clean whenever necessary.


A4B0
Excess temperature

Cause: Power unit module temperature is excessive.


Remedy:

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.

  • Check motor power against drive power.

  • Check the auxiliary code.


A4B1
Excess temperature difference

Cause: High temperature difference between the IGBTs of different phases.


Remedy:

  • Check the motor cabling.

  • Check cooling of drive module(s).


A4F6
IGBT temperature

Cause: Drive IGBT temperature is excessive.


Remedy:

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.

  • Check motor power against drive power.


A581
Fan

Cause: Cooling fan feedback missing.


Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code to identify the fan.

  • Code 0: Main fan 1.

  • Other codes (XYZ): X=State (1: ID run, 2: normal), Y=0, Z=Index (1: Main fan 1, 2: Main fan 2, 3: Main fan 3).

  • Check fan operation and connection.

  • Replace fan if faulty.


A582
Auxiliary fan missing

Cause: An auxiliary cooling fan (IP55 internal fan) is stuck or disconnected.


Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code.

  • Check the auxiliary fan and connection.

  • Replace faulty fan.

  • Make sure the front cover of the drive is in place and tightened.

  • If cover must be off, set parameter 31.36 Aux fan fault function to “No action” temporarily.


A5A0
Safe torque off

Cause: Safe torque off function is active, i.e., safety circuit signal(s) connected to connector STO is lost.


Remedy:

  • Check safety circuit connections.

  • Refer to chapter “The Safe torque off function” in Hardware manual and parameter 31.22 STO indication run/stop.

  • Check the value of parameter 95.04 Control board supply.


A5EA
Measurement circuit temperature

Cause: Problem with internal temperature measurement of the drive.


Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code. They depend on the control unit type.

  • Frames R1…R5: Contact your local ABB representative.

  • Frames R6…R11: (0001: U-phase IGBT, 0002: V-phase IGBT, 0003: W-phase IGBT, 0004: Board temp, 0005: Brake chopper, 0006: Air inlet, 0007: Power supply temp, 0008: du/dt, 0009: TEMP1, FAh: Ambient).

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


A5EB
PU board powerfail

Cause: Power unit power supply failure.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


A5ED
Measurement circuit ADC

Cause: Measurement circuit fault.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


A5EE
Measurement circuit DFF

Cause: Measurement circuit fault.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


A5EF
PU state feedback

Cause: State feedback from output phases does not match control signals.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


A5F0
Charging feedback

Cause: Charging feedback signal missing.


Remedy:

  • Check the feedback signal coming from the charging system.


A682
Flash erase speed exceeded

Cause: The flash memory (in the memory unit) has been erased too frequently, compromising the lifetime of the memory.


Remedy:

  • Avoid forcing unnecessary parameter saves by parameter 96.07 or cyclic parameter writes.

  • Check the auxiliary code (format XYYY YZZZ).


A686
Checksum mismatch

Cause: The calculated parameter checksum does not match any enabled reference checksum.


Remedy:

  • Check that all necessary approved (reference) checksums (96.71…96.72) are enabled in 96.55 Checksum control word.

  • Check the parameter configuration.

  • Using 96.55 Checksum control word, enable a checksum parameter and copy the actual checksum into that parameter.


A687
Checksum configuration

Cause: An action has been defined for a parameter checksum mismatch but the feature has not been configured.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative for configuring the feature, or disable the feature in 96.54 Checksum action.


A6A4
Motor nominal value

Cause: The motor parameters are set incorrectly. The drive is not dimensioned correctly.


Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code.

  • 0001: Slip frequency too small.

  • 0002: Synchronous and nominal speeds differ too much.

  • 0003: Nominal speed is higher than synchronous speed with 1 pole pair.

  • 0004: Nominal current is outside limits.

  • 0005: Nominal voltage is outside limits.

  • 0006: Nominal power is higher than apparent power.

  • 0007: Nominal power not consistent with nominal speed and torque.

  • 0008: Motor nominal power factor is not within limits.

  • Check the settings of the motor configuration parameters in groups 98 and 99.

  • Check that the drive is sized correctly for the motor.


A6A5
No motor data

Cause: Parameters in group 99 have not been set.


Remedy:

  • Check that all the required parameters in group 99 have been set.

  • Note: It is normal for this warning to appear during the start-up and continue until the motor data is entered.


A6A6
Voltage category unselected

Cause: The voltage category has not been defined.


Remedy:

  • Set voltage category in parameter 95.01 Supply voltage.


A6A7
System time not set

Cause: System time is not set. Timed functions cannot be used and fault log dates are not correct.



Remedy:

  • Set the system time manually or connect the control panel to the drive to synchronize the clock.

  • If basic control panel is used, synchronize the clock through the EFB or a fieldbus module.

  • Set parameter 34.10 Timed functions enable to Disabled to disable the timed functions if they are not used.


A6B0
User lock is open

Cause: The user lock is open (parameters 96.100…96.102 are visible).



Remedy:

  • Close the user lock by entering an invalid pass code in parameter 96.02 Pass code.

  • See section Parameter checksum calculation.


A6B1
User pass code not confirmed

Cause: A new user pass code has been entered in parameter 96.100 but not confirmed in 96.101.



Remedy:

  • Confirm the new pass code by entering the same code in 96.101.

  • To cancel, close the user lock without confirming the new code.


A6D1
FBA A parameter conflict

Cause: The drive does not have a functionality requested by a PLC, or requested functionality has not been activated.



Remedy:

  • Check PLC programming.

  • Check settings of parameter group 50 Fieldbus adapter (FBA).


A6E5
AI parametrization

Cause: The current/voltage hardware setting of an analog input does not correspond to parameter settings.



Remedy:

  • Check the event log for an auxiliary code to identify the specific input.

  • Adjust either the hardware setting (on the drive control unit) or parameter 12.15/12.25.

  • Note: Control board reboot (cycle power or param 96.08) is required to validate hardware setting changes.


A6E6
ULC configuration

Cause: User load curve configuration error.



Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code:

  • 0000: Speed points inconsistent. Check that each speed point (37.11…37.15) has a higher value than the previous.

  • 0001: Frequency points inconsistent. Check that each frequency point (37.20…37.16) has a higher value than the previous.

  • 0002: Underload point above overload point. Check that overload point (37.31…37.35) is higher than underload point (37.21…37.25).

  • 0003: Overload point below underload point.


A6E7
IPC configuration warning

Cause: IPC configuration error.



Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code:

  • 0001: IPC incorrectly configured for EFB. Check parameters 76.21, 58.01, and 76.24.

  • 0002: IPC incorrectly configured for FBA. Check parameters 76.21 and 50.01.


A6E8
IPC version mismatch

Cause: The master and follower(s) do not have the same IPC version and will not run in IPC mode.



Remedy:

  • Check 07.05 Firmware version of all drives on the IPC network.

  • Load the drive(s) as needed with the desired firmware version.


A780
Motor stall

Cause: Motor is operating in stall region because of, for example, excessive load or insufficient motor power.



Remedy:

  • Check motor load and drive ratings.

  • Check fault function parameters (31.24 Stall function).


A783
Motor overload

Cause: Motor current is too high.



Remedy:

  • Check for overloaded motor.

  • Adjust the parameters used for the motor overload function (35.51…35.53 and 35.55…35.56).


A784
Motor disconnect

Cause: All three output phases are disconnected from motor.



Remedy:

  • Check that switches between drive and motor are closed.

  • Check that all cables between drive and motor are connected and secured.

  • If no issue detected and output actually connected, contact ABB.


A792
Brake resistor wiring

Cause: Brake resistor short circuit or brake chopper control fault. (For drive frames R6 or larger).



Remedy:

  • Check brake chopper and brake resistor connection.

  • Ensure brake resistor is not damaged.


A793
BR excess temperature

Cause: Brake resistor temperature has exceeded warning limit defined by parameter 43.12.



Remedy:

  • Stop drive. Let resistor cool down.

  • Check resistor overload protection function settings (parameter group 43).

  • Check warning limit setting (43.12).

  • Check that resistor is dimensioned correctly and braking cycle meets limits.


A794
BR data

Cause: Brake resistor data has not been given or is incorrect.



Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code:

  • 0001: Resistance value too low. Check 43.10.

  • 0002: Thermal time constant not given. Check 43.08.

  • 0003: Maximum continuous power not given. Check 43.09.


A79C
BC IGBT excess temperature

Cause: Brake chopper IGBT temperature has exceeded internal warning limit.



Remedy:

  • Let chopper cool down.

  • Check for excessive ambient temperature.

  • Check for cooling fan failure or airflow obstructions.

  • Check cabinet dimensioning and cooling.

  • Check resistor overload protection settings (43.06…43.10).

  • Check that drive supply AC voltage is not excessive.


A7AB
Extension I/O configuration failure

Cause: Installed extension module is not the same as configured.



Remedy:

  • Check that the installed extension module (shown by 15.02) is the same as selected by parameter 15.01.


A7C1
FBA A communication

Cause: Cyclical communication between drive and fieldbus adapter or PLC is lost.



Remedy:

  • Check status of fieldbus communication and user documentation.

  • Check settings of parameter groups 50, 51, 52, and 53.

  • Check cable connections.

  • Check if communication master is able to communicate.


A7CE
EFB comm loss

Cause: Communication break in embedded fieldbus (EFB).



Remedy:

  • Check the status of the fieldbus master (online/offline).

  • Check cable connections to the EIA-485/X5 terminals 29, 30 and 31.


A7EE
Panel loss

Cause: Control panel or PC tool selected as active control location has ceased communicating.



Remedy:

  • Check PC tool or control panel connection.

  • Check control panel connector and mounting platform.

  • Disconnect and reconnect the control panel.


A88F
Cooling fan

Cause: Maintenance timer limit exceeded.



Remedy:

  • Consider changing the cooling fan.

  • Parameter 05.04 Fan on-time counter shows the running time of the cooling fan.


A8A0
AI supervision

Cause: An analog signal is outside the limits specified for the analog input.



Remedy:

  • Check signal level at the analog input.

  • Check the wiring connected to the input.

  • Check the minimum and maximum limits of the input in parameter group 12 Standard AI.


A8A1
RO life warning

Cause: The relay has changed states more than the recommended number of times.



Remedy:

  • Change the control board or stop using the relay output.

  • Check auxiliary code:

  • 0001: Relay output 1.

  • 0002: Relay output 2.

  • 0003: Relay output 3.


A8A2
RO toggle warning

Cause: The relay output is changing states faster than recommended.



Remedy:

  • Replace the signal connected to the relay output source with a less frequently changing signal.

  • Check auxiliary code to identify parameter source:

  • 0001: Relay 1 (Param 10.24).

  • 0002: Relay 2 (Param 10.27).

  • 0003: Relay 3 (Param 10.30).


A8B0
ABB Signal supervision 1

Cause: Warning generated by the signal supervision function 1.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the warning (parameter 32.07 Supervision 1 signal).


A8B1
ABB Signal supervision 2

Cause: Warning generated by the signal supervision function 2.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the warning (parameter 32.17 Supervision 2 signal).


A8B2
ABB Signal supervision 3

Cause: Warning generated by the signal supervision function 3.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the warning (parameter 32.27 Supervision 3 signal).


A8B3
ABB Signal supervision 4

Cause: Warning generated by the signal supervision function 4.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the warning (parameter 32.37 Supervision 4 signal).


A8B4
ABB Signal supervision 5

Cause: Warning generated by the signal supervision function 5.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the warning (parameter 32.47 Supervision 5 signal).


A8B5
ABB Signal supervision 6

Cause: Warning generated by the signal supervision function 6.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the warning (parameter 32.57 Supervision 6 signal).


A8BE
ULC overload warning

Cause: Selected signal has exceeded the user overload curve.



Remedy:

  • Check for operating conditions increasing the monitored signal (e.g. motor load).

  • Check the definition of the load curve (parameter group 37).


A8BF
ULC underload warning

Cause: Selected signal has fallen below the user underload curve.



Remedy:

  • Check for operating conditions decreasing the monitored signal (e.g. loss of load).

  • Check the definition of the load curve (parameter group 37).


A981
External warning 1

Cause: Fault in external device 1.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.01 External event 1 source.


A982
External warning 2

Cause: Fault in external device 2.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.03 External event 2 source.


A983
External warning 3

Cause: Fault in external device 3.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.05 External event 3 source.


A984
External warning 4

Cause: Fault in external device 4.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.07 External event 4 source.


A985
External warning 5

Cause: Fault in external device 5.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.09 External event 5 source.


AF80

INU-LSU comm loss

Cause: DDCS (fiber optic) communication between converters (for example, the inverter unit and the supply unit) is lost. Note that the inverter unit will continue operating based on the status information that was last received from the other converter.



Remedy:

  • Only for ACQ580-31 and ACQ580-34.

  • Check status of other converter (parameters 06.36 and 06.39).

  • Check settings of parameter group 60 DDCS communication.

  • Check the corresponding settings in the control program of the other converter.

  • Check cable connections. If necessary, replace cables.


AF85

Line side unit warning

Cause: The supply unit (or other converter) has generated a warning.



Remedy:

  • Only for ACQ580-31 and ACQ580-34.

  • The auxiliary code specifies the original warning code in the supply unit control program.

  • You can find the most common auxiliary codes in section Auxiliary codes for the LSU supply unit warnings (see manual).

  • For full information, see ACS880 IGBT supply control program firmware manual.


AF88

Season configuration warning

Cause: You have configured a season which starts before the previous season.



Remedy:

  • Configure the seasons with increasing start dates.

  • See parameters 34.60 Season 1 start date…34.63 Season 4 start date.


AF90

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: The speed controller autotune routine did not complete successfully.



Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code. See actions for each code below.


AF90 (Aux: 0000)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: Drive was stopped before the autotune was complete.



Remedy:

  • Start the drive and repeat autotune until successful.


AF90 (Aux: 0001)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: The drive was started and it was not ready to follow the autotune command.



Remedy:

  • Make sure the prerequisites of the autotune run are fulfilled.

  • See section Before activating the autotune routine in manual (page 166).


AF90 (Aux: 0002)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: Required torque reference could not be reached before the drive reached maximum speed.



Remedy:

  • Decrease the torque step (parameter 25.38) or increase the speed step (parameter 25.39).


AF90 (Aux: 0003)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: Motor could not accelerate to maximum speed.



Remedy:

  • Increase the torque step (parameter 25.38) or decrease the speed step (parameter 25.39).


AF90 (Aux: 0004)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: Motor could not decelerate to minimum speed.



Remedy:

  • Increase the torque step (parameter 25.38) or decrease the speed step (parameter 25.39).


AF90 (Aux: 0005)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: Motor could not decelerate with full autotune torque.



Remedy:

  • Decrease the torque step (parameter 25.38) or the speed step (parameter 25.39).


AF90 (Aux: 0006)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: Autotune could not write a parameter.



Remedy:

  • Run the drive one more time.


AF90 (Aux: 0007)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: Drive was ramping down when the autotune was activated.



Remedy:

  • Run the drive to the set point and start the autotune one more time.


AF90 (Aux: 0008)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: Drive was ramping up when the autotune was activated.



Remedy:

  • Wait until the drive reaches the set point and start autotune.


AF90 (Aux: 0009)

Speed controller autotuning

Cause: Drive was running outside of autotune speed limits during the autotune activation.



Remedy:

  • Check the limits, set the correct setpoint and repeat the autotune.


AFAA

Autoreset

Cause: A fault is about to be autoreset.



Remedy:

  • Informative warning. See the settings in parameter group 31 Fault functions.


AFE1

Emergency stop (off2)

Cause: Drive has received an emergency stop (mode selection off2) command.



Remedy:

  • Check that it is safe to continue operation. Then return emergency stop push button to normal position. Restart drive.

  • If the emergency stop was unintentional, check the source selected by parameter 21.05 Emergency stop source.


AFE2

Emergency stop (off1 or off3)

Cause: Drive has received an emergency stop (mode selection off1 or off3) command.



Remedy:

  • Check the source selected by parameter 21.05 Emergency stop source.


AFE9

Start delay

Cause: The start delay is active and the drive will start the motor after a predefined delay.



Remedy:

  • Informative warning. See parameter 21.22 Start delay.


AFED

Run permissive

Cause: Run permissive is keeping the drive from running the motor.



Remedy:

  • Check the setting of (and source selected by) parameter 20.40 Run permissive.


AFEE

Start interlock 1

Cause: Start interlock 1 is keeping the drive from starting.



Remedy:

  • Check the signal source selected for parameter 20.41 Start interlock 1.


AFEF

Start interlock 2

Cause: Start interlock 2 is keeping the drive from starting.



Remedy:

  • Check the signal source selected for parameter 20.42 Start interlock 2.


AFF0

Start interlock 3

Cause: Start interlock 3 is keeping the drive from starting.



Remedy:

  • Check the signal source selected for parameter 20.43 Start interlock 3.


AFF1

Start interlock 4

Cause: Start interlock 4 is keeping the drive from starting.



Remedy:

  • Check the signal source selected for parameter 20.44 Start interlock 4.


AFF6

Identification run

Cause: Motor ID run will occur at next start.



Remedy:

  • Informative warning.


AFF8

Motor heating active

Cause: Pre-heating is being performed. Motor pre-heating is active. Current specified by parameter 21.16 Pre-heating current is being passed through the motor.



Remedy:

  • Informative warning.


B5A0

STO event

Cause: Safe torque off function is active, ie, safety circuit signal(s) connected to connector STO is lost.



Remedy:

  • Informative warning.

  • Check safety circuit connections.

  • For more information, see chapter The Safe torque off function in the Hardware manual of the drive.

  • Check parameter 31.22 STO indication run/stop.


B5A2

Power applied

Cause: The drive was powered up or the control board was rebooted successfully.



Remedy:

  • Informative event.


B681

Hand mode selected

Cause: The drive was placed in Hand mode.



Remedy:

  • Informative event. Check the control panel to ensure that the current control location is correct.


B682

Off mode selected

Cause: The drive was placed in Off mode.



Remedy:

  • Informative event. Check the control panel to ensure that the current control location is correct.


B683

Auto mode selected

Cause: The drive was placed in Auto mode.



Remedy:

  • Informative event. Check the control panel to ensure that the current control location is correct.


B686

Checksum mismatch

Cause: The calculated parameter checksum does not match any enabled reference checksum.



Remedy:

  • See A686 Checksum mismatch (page 198).


B687

Auto start command

Cause: The drive received a start command while in Auto mode.



Remedy:

  • Informative event.


B688

Auto stop command

Cause: The drive received a stop command while in Auto mode.



Remedy:

  • Informative event.


B689

Modulating started

Cause: The drive started modulating.



Remedy:

  • Informative event.


B68A

Modulating stopped

Cause: The drive stopped modulating.



Remedy:

  • Informative event.


D501

No more available PFC motors

Cause: No more PFC motors can be started because they can be interlocked or in the Hand mode.



Remedy:

  • Check that there are no interlocked PFC motors, see parameters: 76.81…76.84.

  • If all motors are in use, the PFC system is not adequately dimensioned to handle the demand.


D502

All motors interlocked

Cause: All the motors in the PFC system are interlocked.



Remedy:

  • Check that there are no interlocked PFC motors, see parameters 76.81…76.84.


D503

VSD controlled PFC motor interlocked

Cause: The motor connected to the drive is interlocked (unavailable).



Remedy:

  • Motor connected to the drive is interlocked and thus cannot be started.

  • Remove the corresponding interlock to start the drive controlled PFC motor. See parameters 76.81…76.84.


D505

Max cleaning warning

Cause: Maximum number of cleanings are reached in defined time. The Pump cleaning is unable to clean the pump and hence, manual cleaning is required.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump for blockages.

  • Clean the pump manually if needed.

  • Check parameters 83.35 Cleaning count fault to 83.37 Maximum cleaning count.


D506

Pump cleaning not possible

Cause: Pump cleaning cannot be started. The drive needs to be in remote control and start signal is activated.



Remedy:

  • Change control location to Auto.


D507

Pump cleaning needed

Cause: Dirt detection indicates that the pump needs cleaning but automatic pump cleaning is not allowed.



Remedy:

  • Perform pump cleaning manually.

  • Start pump cleaning by changing parameter 83.12 Manually force cleaning to Start cleaning now.


D508

High level

Cause: Water level is reached the high level limit. Level control is unable to control the level for the following reasons:

  • Running out of pumping capacity.

  • Analog feedback sensor failure.




Remedy:

  • Check analog level sensor.

  • Check that all the pumps are operating normally.

  • Check parameters 76.91 LC high level switch and 76.93 LC high level action.


D509

Low level

Cause: Water level is reached the low level limit. Level control is unable to control the level for the following reasons:

  • Running out of pumping capacity.

  • Analog feedback sensor failure.




Remedy:

  • Check analog level sensor.

  • Check that all the pumps are operating normally.

  • Check parameters 76.90 LC low level switch and 76.92 LC low level action.


D50A

Running dry

Cause: Dry run protection is activated.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump inlet for sufficient water level.

  • Check dry run protection settings in parameters 82.20 Dry run protection and 82.21 Dry run source.


D50B

Pipe fill-timeout

Cause: Soft pipe fill is reached the timeout limit. The PID output is not reached the setpoint after reference ramping is ended and timeout limit is elapsed.



Remedy:

  • Check the pipe for possible leakage.

  • See parameter 82.25 Soft pipe fill supervision and 82.26 Time-out limit.


D50C

Maximum flow protection

Cause: Actual flow is exceeded the defined warning level.



Remedy:

  • Check the system for leakages.

  • Check flow protection settings in parameters 80.15 Maximum flow, 80.17 Maximum flow protection and 80.19 Flow check delay.


D50D

Minimum flow protection

Cause: Actual flow is below the defined warning level.



Remedy:

  • Check that the inlet and outlet valves are open.

  • Check flow protection settings in parameters 80.16 Minimum flow, 80.18 Minimum flow protection and 80.19 Flow check delay.


D50E

Outlet minimum pressure

Cause: Measured outlet pressure is below the defined warning limit.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump outlet for leakages.

  • Check the configuration of outlet pressure protection.

  • See parameters 82.30 Outlet minimum pressure protection and 82.31 Outlet minimum pressure warning level.


D50F

Outlet maximum pressure

Cause: Measured outlet pressure is above the defined warning limit.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump outlet for blockages or closed valve.

  • Check the configuration of outlet pressure protection.

  • See parameters 82.35 Outlet maximum pressure protection and 82.37 Outlet maximum pressure warning level.


D510

Inlet minimum pressure

Cause: Measured inlet pressure is below the defined warning level.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump inlet for blockages or closed valve.

  • Check the configuration of inlet pressure protection.

  • See parameters 82.40 Inlet minimum pressure protection and 82.41 Inlet minimum pressure warning level.


D590

Restart delay

Cause: The restart delay is active.



Remedy:

  • Check parameter 21.40 Restart delay.

  • The drive cannot be started until the restart delay has elapsed. The restart delay can be bypassed by setting parameter 21.42 Restart delay remaining to 0.


D590 (Aux: 0000)

Restart delay

Cause:



Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


D590 (Aux: 0002)

Restart delay (Pump short cycle)

Cause: Pump short cycle protection.



Remedy:

  • Check settings.


D511

Cavitation control

Cause: Cavitation control warning. See section Parameter group 34 Timed functions.



Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code. See actions for each code below.


D511 (Aux: 0001)

Cavitation detected warning

Cause: The pump is not getting enough liquid. Check the system.



Remedy:

  • Confirm that cavitation is occurring.

  • Check the fluid level in the system.

  • Adjust the parameters used for the cavitation detection function (86.12 – 86.30) if needed.


D511 (Aux: 0002)

Cavitation tune required

Cause: Perform a cavitation auto tune or enter the data manually. Cavitation control has been selected (86.11); however, there is missing data in 86.21 – 86.25.



Remedy:

  • Perform a cavitation curve autotune (86.20).

  • Manually enter the data used for the cavitation detection function (86.21 – 86.25) if autotune is not an option.

  • Disable cavitation control (86.11) if the above cannot be accomplished.


D511 (Aux: 0003)

Cavitation curve autotune

Cause: Cavitation curve autotune has been selected and will be performed on next start (in Hand). Check 86.20 if tune is not desired.



Remedy:

  • Press Hand to run the autotune.

  • De-select the cavitation curve autotune (86.20).


D5B2

No flow

Cause: The flow switch feedback is missing.



Remedy:

  • Check the signal to the digital input set in parameter 82.23.


D5B2 (Aux: 0000)

Flow switch feedback signal not received

Cause: Flow switch feedback signal not received.



Remedy:

  • Check the system for the proper flow.

  • Check the operation of the flow switch.

  • Check the voltage at the flow switch.

  • Check the voltage at the Digital Input.

  • Use a different Digital Input.

  • Replace the control board.


D602

Cavitation tune completed

Cause: Cavitation auto tune has finished and stopped the drive.



Remedy:

  • Information only.


1080
Backup/Restore timeout

Cause: Control panel or PC tool has failed to communicate with the drive when backup was being made or restored.



Remedy:

  • Request backup or restore again.


1081
Rating ID fault

Cause: Drive software has not been able to read the rating ID of the drive.



Remedy:

  • Reset the fault to make the drive try to reread the rating ID.

  • If the fault reappears, cycle the power to the drive. You may have to repeat this.

  • If the fault persists, contact your local ABB representative.


2281
Calibration

Cause: Measured offset of output phase current measurement or difference between output phase U2 and W2 current measurement is too great.

Auxiliary codes:

0001: Too high offset error in U-phase.

0002: Too high offset error in V-phase.

0003: Too high offset error in W-phase.

0004: Too high gain difference detected.



Remedy:

  • Try performing the current calibration again (select Current measurement calibration at parameter 99.13 ID run requested).

  • If the fault persists, contact your local ABB representative.


2310
Overcurrent

Cause: Output current has exceeded internal fault limit. In addition to an actual overcurrent situation, this fault may also be caused by an earth fault or supply phase loss.

Check Auxiliary Code (XXXYYYZZ):

ZZ indicates phase: bit0=U, bit1=V, bit2=W.

If bit7=1 (e.g., 0x83), it indicates SW overcurrent. Otherwise HW overcurrent.



Remedy:

  • Check the motor load.

  • Check acceleration times in parameter group 23 Speed reference ramp or 28 Frequency reference chain.

  • Check parameters 46.01 Speed scaling, 46.02 Frequency scaling and 46.03 Torque scaling.

  • Check the motor and motor cable (including phasing and delta/star connection).

  • Check there are no contactors opening and closing in motor cable.

  • Check that the start-up data in parameter group 99 Motor data corresponds to the motor rating plate.

  • Check that there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in motor cable.

  • Check for an earth fault in motor or motor cables by measuring insulation resistances.


2330
Earth leakage

Cause: Drive has detected load unbalance typically due to earth fault in motor or motor cable.



Remedy:

  • Check there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in motor cable.

  • Check for an earth fault in motor or motor cables by measuring the insulation resistances.

  • Try running the motor in scalar control mode if allowed (See parameter 99.04 Motor control mode).

  • If no earth fault can be detected, contact your local ABB representative.


2340
Short circuit

Cause: Short-circuit in motor cable(s) or motor.



Remedy:

  • Check motor and motor cable for cabling errors.

  • Check there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in motor cable.

  • Cycle the power to the drive.


2381
IGBT overload

Cause: Excessive IGBT junction to case temperature. This fault protects the IGBT(s) and can be activated by a short circuit in the motor cable.



Remedy:

  • Check motor cable.

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.

  • Check motor power against drive power.


3130
Input phase loss

Cause: Intermediate circuit DC voltage is oscillating due to missing input power line phase or blown fuse.



Remedy:

  • Check input power line fuses.

  • Check for loose power cable connections.

  • Check for input power supply imbalance.


3181
Wiring or earth fault

Cause: Incorrect input power and motor cable connection (i.e. input power cable is connected to drive motor connection).



Remedy:

  • Check input power connections.


3210
DC link overvoltage

Cause: Excessive intermediate circuit DC voltage.



Remedy:

  • Check that overvoltage control is on (parameter 30.30 Overvoltage control).

  • Check that the supply voltage matches the nominal input voltage of the drive.

  • Check the supply line for static or transient overvoltage.

  • Check brake chopper and resistor (if present).

  • Check deceleration time.

  • Use coast-to-stop function (if applicable).

  • Check that the brake resistor is dimensioned properly and the resistance is between acceptable range for the drive.


3220
DC link undervoltage

Cause: Intermediate circuit DC voltage is not sufficient because of a missing supply phase, blown fuse or fault in the rectifier bridge.



Remedy:

  • Check supply cabling, fuses and switchgear.


3385
Autophasing

Cause: Autophasing routine (see section Autophasing) has failed.



Remedy:

  • Try other autophasing modes (see parameter 21.13 Autophasing mode) if possible.

  • Check that the motor ID run has been successfully completed.

  • Check that the motor is not already turning when the autophasing routine starts.

  • Check the setting of parameter 99.03 Motor type is Permanent magnet motor.


3381
Output phase loss

Cause: Motor circuit fault due to missing motor connection (all three phases are not connected).



Remedy:

  • Connect motor cable.


4110
Control board temperature

Cause: Control board temperature is too high.



Remedy:

  • Check proper cooling of the drive.

  • Check the auxiliary cooling fan.


4210
IGBT overtemperature

Cause: Estimated drive IGBT temperature is excessive.



Remedy:

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.

  • Check motor power against drive power.


4290
Cooling

Cause: Drive module temperature is excessive.



Remedy:

  • Check ambient temperature. (If > 40°C/104°F for IP21 R4-R9, or > 50°C/122°F for IP21 R1-R9, ensure load does not exceed derated capacity).

  • For P55 frames, check derating temperatures.

  • Check drive module cooling air flow and fan operation.

  • Check inside of cabinet and heatsink of drive module for dust pick-up. Clean whenever necessary.


42F1
IGBT temperature

Cause: Drive IGBT temperature is excessive.



Remedy:

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.

  • Check motor power against drive power.


4310
Excess temperature

Cause: Power unit module temperature is excessive.



Remedy:

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.

  • Check motor power against drive power.

  • Check the auxiliary code.


4380
Excess temperature difference

Cause: High temperature difference between the IGBTs of different phases.



Remedy:

  • Check the motor cabling.

  • Check cooling of drive module(s).


4981
External temperature 1

Cause: Measured temperature 1 has exceeded fault limit.



Remedy:

  • Check the value of parameter 35.02 Measured temperature 1.

  • Check the cooling of the motor (or other equipment whose temperature is being measured).


4982
External temperature 2

Cause: Measured temperature 2 has exceeded fault limit.



Remedy:

  • Check the value of parameter 35.03 Measured temperature 2.

  • Check the cooling of the motor (or other equipment whose temperature is being measured).


4990
CPTC-02 not found

Cause: CPTC-02 extension module is not detected in option slot 2.



Remedy:

  • Power down the drive and check that the module is properly inserted in option slot 2.


4991
Safe motor temperature

Cause: The CPTC-02 module indicates overtemperature: motor temperature is too high, or the thermistor is in short-circuit or disconnected.



Remedy:

  • Check the cooling of the motor.

  • Check the motor load and drive ratings.

  • Check the wiring of the temperature sensor. Repair wiring if faulty.

  • Measure the resistance of the sensor. Replace the sensor if faulty.


5080
Fan

Cause: Cooling fan feedback missing.



Remedy:

  • See A581 Fan (page 196).


5081
Auxiliary fan broken

Cause: An auxiliary cooling fan (connected to the fan connectors on the control unit) is stuck or disconnected.

Auxiliary codes: 0001 (Aux fan 1 broken), 0002 (Aux fan 2 broken).



Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code, which identifies the broken fan.

  • Check auxiliary fan(s) and connection(s).

  • Replace fan if faulty.

  • Make sure the front cover of the drive is in place and tightened.

  • If cover must be off, set parameter 31.36 Aux fan fault function to No action temporarily.

  • Reboot the control unit (parameter 96.08 or cycle power).


5089
SMT circuit malfunction

Cause: Fault 4991 Safe motor temperature is generated but drive STO is not activated. Note: If only one STO channel is opened, fault FA81 Safe torque off 1 or FA82 Safe torque off 2 is generated.


Remedy:

  • Check connection between the relay output of the CPTC-02 module and the STO terminal.

  • Check CPTC-02 module. Replace if faulty.

  • See also CPTC-02 ATEX-certified thermistor protection module user’s manual.


5090
STO hardware failure

Cause: STO hardware diagnostics has detected hardware failure.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative for hardware replacement.


5091
Safe torque off

Cause: Safe torque off function is active, ie, safety circuit signal(s) connected to connector STO is broken during start or run.


Remedy:

  • Check safety circuit connections.

  • For more information, see chapter The Safe torque off function in the Hardware manual of the drive.

  • Check description of parameter 31.22 STO indication run/stop.

  • Check the value of parameter 95.04 Control board supply.


5092
PU logic error

Cause: Power unit memory has cleared.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


5093
Rating ID mismatch

Cause: The hardware of the drive does not match the information stored in the memory. This may occur, for example, after a firmware update.


Remedy:

  • Cycle the power to the drive. You may have to repeat this.


5094
Measurement circuit temperature

Cause: Problem with internal temperature measurement of the drive.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


5098
I/O communication loss

Cause: Internal standard I/O communication failure.


Remedy:

  • Try resetting the fault or reboot the drive.


50A0
Fan

Cause: Cooling fan stuck or disconnected.


Remedy:

  • Check fan operation and connection.

  • Replace fan if faulty.


5681
PU communication

Cause: Communication errors detected between the drive control unit and the power unit.


Remedy:

  • Check the connection between the drive control unit and the power unit.

  • Check the value of parameter 95.04 Control board supply.


5682
Power unit lost

Cause: Connection between the drive control unit and the power unit is lost.


Remedy:

  • Check the connection between the control unit and the power unit.


5691
Measurement circuit ADC

Cause: Measurement circuit fault.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


5692
PU board powerfail

Cause: Power unit power supply failure.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


5693
Measurement circuit DFF

Cause: Measurement circuit fault.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


5697
Charging feedback

Cause: Charging feedback signal missing.


Remedy:

  • Check the feedback signal coming from the charging system.


5698
Unknown PU fault

Cause: The power unit logic has generated a fault which is not known by the software.


Remedy:

  • Check the logic and software compatibility.


5E1A
Charging circuit failure

Cause: Charging circuit is non-operational.


Remedy:

  • Only for ACQ580-31: Contact your local ABB representative.


6181
FPGA version incompatible

Cause: Firmware and FPGA versions are incompatible.


Remedy:

  • Reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.08 Control board boot) or by cycling power.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


6200
Checksum mismatch

Cause: The calculated parameter checksum does not match any enabled reference checksum.


Remedy:

  • See event A686 Checksum mismatch.


6306
FBA A mapping file

Cause: Fieldbus adapter A mapping file read error.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


6481
Task overload

Cause: Internal fault.


Remedy:

  • Reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.08 Control board boot) or by cycling power.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


6487
Stack overflow

Cause: Internal fault.


Remedy:

  • Reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.08 Control board boot) or by cycling power.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


64A1
Internal file load

Cause: File read error.


Remedy:

  • Reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.08 Control board boot) or by cycling power.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


64A4
Rating ID fault

Cause: Rating ID load error.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


64A6
Adaptive program

Cause: Error running the adaptive program.


Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code (format XXYY ZZZZ).

  • “XX” specifies the number of the state.

  • “YY” specifies the number of the function block.

  • “ZZZZ” indicates the problem (see specific codes below).


64A6 (Aux: 000A)
Program corrupted or block non-existent

Cause: Program corrupted or block non-existent.


Remedy:

  • Restore the template program or download the program to the drive.


64A6 (Aux: 000C)
Required block input missing

Cause: Required block input missing.


Remedy:

  • Check the inputs of the block.


64A6 (Aux: 000E)
Program corrupted or block non-existent

Cause: Program corrupted or block non-existent.


Remedy:

  • Restore the template program or download the program to the drive.


64A6 (Aux: 0011)
Program too large

Cause: Program too large.


Remedy:

  • Remove blocks until the error stops.


64A6 (Aux: 0012)
Program is empty

Cause: Program is empty.


Remedy:

  • Correct the program and download it to the drive.


64A6 (Aux: 001C)
Non-existing parameter or block used

Cause: A non-existing parameter or block is used in the program.


Remedy:

  • Edit the program to correct the parameter reference, or to use an existing block.


64A6 (Aux: 001D)
Parameter type invalid

Cause: Parameter type invalid for selected pin.


Remedy:

  • Edit the program to correct the parameter reference.


64A6 (Aux: 001E)
Output to parameter failed

Cause: Output to parameter failed because the parameter was write-protected.


Remedy:

  • Check the parameter reference in the program.

  • Check for other sources affecting the target parameter.


64A6 (Aux: 0023)
Program file incompatible

Cause: Program file incompatible with current firmware version.


Remedy:

  • Adapt the program to current block library and firmware version.


64B1
Internal SSW fault

Cause: Internal fault.


Remedy:

  • Reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.08 Control board boot) or by cycling power.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


64B2
User set fault

Cause: Loading of user parameter set failed because: requested set does not exist, set is not compatible with control program, or drive was switched off during loading.


Remedy:

  • Ensure that a valid user parameter set exists.

  • Reload if uncertain.


64B3
Macro parameterization error

Cause: Loading of macro parameter set failed.


Remedy:

  • Reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.08 Control board boot) or by cycling power.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


64E1
Kernel overload

Cause: Operating system error.


Remedy:

  • Reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.08 Control board boot) or by cycling power.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


64FF
Fault reset

Cause: A fault has been reset from the control panel, Drive composer PC tool, fieldbus or I/O.


Remedy:

  • Event. Informative only.


6581
Parameter system

Cause: Parameter load or save failed.


Remedy:

  • Try forcing a save using parameter 96.07 Parameter save manually.

  • Retry.


6591
Backup/Restore timeout

Cause: During backup creating or restoring operation a control panel or PC tool has failed to communicate with the drive as part this operation.


Remedy:

  • Check control panel or PC tool communication and if it is still in backup or restore state.


65A1
FBA A parameter conflict

Cause: The drive does not have a functionality requested by PLC, or requested functionality has not been activated.


Remedy:

  • Check PLC programming.

  • Check settings of parameter groups 50 Fieldbus adapter (FBA) and 51 FBA A settings.


6681
EFB comm loss

Cause: Communication break in embedded fieldbus (EFB) communication.


Remedy:

  • Check the status of the fieldbus master (online/offline/error etc.).

  • Check cable connections to the EIA-485/X5 terminals 29, 30 and 31 on the control unit.


6682
EFB config file

Cause: Embedded fieldbus (EFB) configuration file could not be read.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


6683
EFB invalid parameterization

Cause: Embedded fieldbus (EFB) parameter settings inconsistent or not compatible with selected protocol.


Remedy:

  • Check the settings in parameter group 58 Embedded fieldbus.


6684
EFB load fault

Cause: Embedded fieldbus (EFB) protocol firmware could not be loaded. Version mismatch between EFB protocol firmware and drive firmware.


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


6685
EFB fault 2

Cause: Fault reserved for the EFB protocol application.


Remedy:

  • Check the documentation of the protocol.


6686
EFB fault 3

Cause: Fault reserved for the EFB protocol application.


Remedy:

  • Check the documentation of the protocol.


6882
Text 32-bit table overflow

Cause: Internal fault.


Remedy:

  • Reset the fault. Contact your local ABB representative if the fault persists.


6885
Text file overflow

Cause: Internal fault.


Remedy:

  • Reset the fault. Contact your local ABB representative if the fault persists.


7081
Control panel loss

Cause: Control panel or PC tool selected as active control location for drive has ceased communicating.


Remedy:

  • Check PC tool or control panel connection.

  • Check control panel connector.

  • Disconnect and reconnect the control panel.


7085
Incompatible option module

Cause: Fieldbus option module not supported.


Remedy:

  • Replace the module with a supported type.


7086
AI Overvoltage

Cause: An overvoltage has been detected on an analog input. The analog input has temporarily been changed to voltage mode and will be changed back to current mode when the AI signal level is back within acceptable limits.


Remedy:

  • Check AI signal levels.


7100
Excitation current

Cause: Excitation current feedback low or missing.


Remedy:

  • (No remedy specified in source)


7121
Motor stall

Cause: Motor is operating in stall region because of, for example, excessive load or insufficient motor power.


Remedy:

  • Check motor load and drive ratings.

  • Check fault function parameters.


7122
Motor overload

Cause: Motor current is too high.


Remedy:

  • Check for overloaded motor.

  • Adjust the parameters used for the motor overload function (35.51…35.53 and 35.55…35.56).


7181
Brake resistor

Cause: Brake resistor broken or not connected.


Remedy:

  • Check that a brake resistor has been connected.

  • Check the condition of the brake resistor.

  • Check the dimensioning of the brake resistor.


7183
BR excess temperature

Cause: Brake resistor temperature has exceeded fault limit defined by parameter 43.11 Brake resistor fault limit.


Remedy:

  • Stop drive. Let resistor cool down.

  • Check resistor overload protection function settings (parameter group 43 Brake chopper).

  • Check fault limit setting, parameter 43.11 Brake resistor fault limit.

  • Check that braking cycle meets allowed limits.


7184
Brake resistor wiring

Cause: Brake resistor short circuit or brake chopper control fault.


Remedy:

  • Check brake chopper and brake resistor connection.

  • Ensure brake resistor is not damaged.


7191
BC short circuit

Cause: Short circuit in brake chopper IGBT.


Remedy:

  • Ensure brake resistor is connected and not damaged.

  • Check the electrical specifications of the brake resistor.

  • Replace brake chopper (if replaceable).


7192
BC IGBT excess temperature

Cause: Brake chopper IGBT temperature has exceeded internal fault limit.


Remedy:

  • Let chopper cool down.

  • Check for excessive ambient temperature.

  • Check for cooling fan failure.

  • Check for obstructions in the air flow.

  • Check resistor overload protection function settings (parameter group 43 Brake chopper).

  • Check that braking cycle meets allowed limits.

  • Check that drive supply AC voltage is not excessive.


7310
Overspeed

Cause: Motor is turning faster than highest allowed speed due to incorrectly set minimum/maximum speed, insufficient braking torque or changes in load when using torque reference.


Remedy:

  • Check minimum/maximum speed settings, parameters 30.11 Minimum speed and 30.12 Maximum speed.

  • Check adequacy of motor braking torque.

  • Check applicability of torque control.

  • Check need for brake chopper and resistor(s).


73B0
Emergency ramp failed

Cause: Emergency stop did not finish within expected time.


Remedy:

  • Check the settings of parameters 31.32 Emergency ramp supervision and 31.33 Emergency ramp supervision delay.

  • Check the predefined ramp times (23.12…23.13 for mode Off1, 23.23 for mode Off3).


73F0
Overfrequency

Cause: Maximum allowed output frequency exceeded.


Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code.


73F0 (Aux: 00FA)
Overfrequency (Aux)

Cause: Motor is turning faster than the highest allowed frequency due to incorrectly set minimum/maximum frequency or the motor rushes because of too high supply voltage or incorrect supply voltage selection in parameter 95.01 Supply voltage.


Remedy:

  • Check minimum/maximum frequency settings, parameters 30.13 Minimum frequency and 30.14 Maximum frequency.

  • Check used supply voltage and voltage selection parameter 95.01 Supply voltage.


Other
Unknown

Cause: (Auxiliary code needed)


Remedy:

  • Contact your local ABB representative, quoting the auxiliary code.


7510
FBA A communication

Cause: Cyclical communication between drive and fieldbus adapter module A or between PLC and fieldbus adapter module A is lost.



Remedy:

  • Check status of fieldbus communication.

  • See user documentation of fieldbus interface.

  • Check settings of parameter groups 50 Fieldbus adapter (FBA), 51 FBA A settings, 52 FBA A data in and 53 FBA A data out.

  • Check cable connections.

  • Check if communication master is able to communicate.


7580
INU-LSU comm loss

Cause: DDCS communication between the inverter unit and the supply unit is lost.



Remedy:

  • Check status of the supply unit (parameter group 06 Control and status words).

  • Check settings of parameter group 60 DDCS communication.

  • Check the corresponding settings in the control program of the supply unit.

  • Check cable connections. If necessary, replace cables.


7583
Line side unit faulted

Cause: The supply unit connected to the inverter unit has generated a fault.



Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code; it specifies the original fault code in the supply unit control program.

  • Refer to section “Auxiliary codes for the LSU supply unit warnings”.

  • For full information, see chapter Fault tracing in ACS880 IGBT supply control program firmware manual.


7584
LSU charge failed

Cause: The supply unit was not ready (i.e., the main contactor/breaker could not be closed) within expected time.



Remedy:

  • Check settings of parameter 94.10 LSU max charging time.

  • Check that the supply unit is enabled, allowed to start, and can be controlled by the inverter unit (e.g., not in local control mode).


8001
ULC underload fault

Cause: User load curve: Signal has been too long under the underload curve.



Remedy:

  • See parameter 37.04 ULC underload actions.


8002
ULC overload fault

Cause: User load curve: Signal has been too long over the overload curve.



Remedy:

  • See parameter 37.03 ULC overload actions.


80A0
AI supervision

Cause: An analog signal is outside the limits specified for the analog input. (Aux codes: 0001 AI1LessMIN, 0002 AI1GreaterMAX, 0003 AI2LessMIN, 0004 AI2GreaterMAX).



Remedy:

  • Check signal level at the analog input.

  • Check the auxiliary code.

  • Check the wiring connected to the input.

  • Check the minimum and maximum limits of the input in parameter group 12 Standard AI.


80B0
Signal supervision 1

Cause: Fault generated by the signal supervision function 1.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the fault (parameter 32.07 Supervision 1 signal).


80B1
Signal supervision 2

Cause: Fault generated by the signal supervision function 2.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the fault (parameter 32.17 Supervision 2 signal).


80B2
Signal supervision 3

Cause: Fault generated by the signal supervision function 3.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the fault (parameter 32.27 Supervision 3 signal).


80B3
Signal supervision 4

Cause: Fault generated by the signal supervision function 4.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the fault (parameter 32.37 Supervision 4 signal).


80B4
Signal supervision 5

Cause: Fault generated by the signal supervision function 5.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the fault (parameter 32.47 Supervision 5 signal).


80B5
Signal supervision 6

Cause: Fault generated by the signal supervision function 6.



Remedy:

  • Check the source of the fault (parameter 32.57 Supervision 6 signal).


9081
External fault 1

Cause: Fault in external device 1.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.01 External event 1 source.


9082
External fault 2

Cause: Fault in external device 2.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.03 External event 2 source.


9083
External fault 3

Cause: Fault in external device 3.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.05 External event 3 source.


9084
External fault 4

Cause: Fault in external device 4.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.07 External event 4 source.


9085
External fault 5

Cause: Fault in external device 5.



Remedy:

  • Check the external device.

  • Check setting of parameter 31.09 External event 5 source.


D401
Max cleaning fault

Cause: The maximum number of cleanings are reached in the defined time. The pump cleaning is unable to clean the pump and hence, manual cleaning is required.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump for blockages.

  • Clean the pump manually if needed.

  • Check parameters 83.35 Cleaning count fault to 83.37 Maximum cleaning count.


D402
High level

Cause: Water level is reached the high level limit. Level control is unable to control the level (running out of pumping capacity or analog feedback sensor failure).



Remedy:

  • Check the analog level sensor.

  • Check that all pumps are operating normally.

  • Check parameters 76.91 LC high level switch and 76.93 LC high level action.


D403
Low level

Cause: Water level is reached the low level limit. Level control is unable to control the level (running out of pumping capacity or analog feedback sensor failure).



Remedy:

  • Check the analog level sensor.

  • Check that all pumps are operating normally.

  • Check parameters 76.90 LC low level switch and 76.92 LC low level action.


D404
Running dry

Cause: Dry run protection is activated.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump inlet for sufficient water level.

  • Check dry run protection settings in parameters 82.20 Dry run protection and 82.21 Dry run source.


D405
Pipe fill-timeout

Cause: Soft pipe fill has reached timeout limit. The PID output is not reached the setpoint after reference ramping is ended and the timeout limit is elapsed.



Remedy:

  • Check the pipe for possible leakage.

  • See parameter 82.25 Soft pipe fill supervision and 82.26 Time-out limit.


D406
Maximum flow protection

Cause: Actual flow is exceeded the defined fault level.



Remedy:

  • Check the system for leakages.

  • Check flow protection settings in parameters 80.15 Maximum flow, 80.17 Maximum flow protection and 80.19 Flow check delay.


D407
Minimum flow protection

Cause: Actual flow is below the defined fault level.



Remedy:

  • Check that the inlet and outlet valves are open.

  • Check flow protection settings in parameters 80.16 Minimum flow, 80.18 Minimum flow protection and 80.19 Flow check delay.


D408
Outlet minimum pressure

Cause: The measured outlet pressure is below the defined fault limit.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump outlet for leakages.

  • Check the configuration of outlet pressure protection.

  • See parameters 82.30 Outlet minimum pressure protection and 82.32 Outlet minimum pressure fault level.


D409
Outlet maximum pressure

Cause: The measured outlet pressure is above the defined fault limit.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump outlet for blockages or closed valve.

  • Check the configuration of outlet pressure protection.

  • See parameters 82.35 Outlet maximum pressure protection and 82.38 Outlet maximum pressure fault level.


D40A
Inlet minimum pressure

Cause: The measured inlet pressure is below the defined fault level.



Remedy:

  • Check the pump inlet for blockages or closed valve.

  • Check the configuration of inlet pressure protection.

  • See parameters 82.40 Inlet minimum pressure protection and 82.42 Inlet minimum pressure fault level.


D40C
Multipump run permissive timeout

Cause: The run permissive setting configured with parameter 20.40 Run permissive was not satisfied within the time set in parameter 20.40 Run permissive.



Remedy:

  • Check the signal source selected for parameter 20.40 Run permissive.


D40C
Cavitation detected

Cause: The pump is not getting enough liquid.



Remedy:

  • Check the fluid level in the system.

  • Restart the pump and confirm if cavitation is still occurring.

  • Adjust the parameters used for the cavitation detection function (86.12 – 86.30) if needed.


D4B2
No flow

Cause: The flow switch feedback is missing. (Aux 0000: Signal not received).



Remedy:

  • Check the signal to the digital input set in parameter 82.23.

  • Check the system for proper flow.

  • Check the operation of the flow switch.

  • Check the voltage at the flow switch.

  • Check the voltage at the Digital Input.

  • Use a different Digital Input or replace the control board.


FA81
Safe torque off 1

Cause: Safe torque off function is active, that is, STO circuit 1 is broken.



Remedy:

  • Check safety circuit connections.

  • See chapter “The Safe torque off function” in Hardware manual.

  • Check parameter 31.22 STO indication run/stop.

  • Check the value of parameter 95.04 Control board supply.


FA82
Safe torque off 2

Cause: Safe torque off function is active, that is, STO circuit 2 is broken.



Remedy:

  • Check safety circuit connections.

  • Check the value of parameter 95.04 Control board supply.


FF61
ID run

Cause: Motor ID run was not completed successfully.



Remedy:

  • Check the nominal motor values in parameter group 99 Motor data.

  • Check that no external control system is connected to the drive.

  • Cycle the power to the drive (and its control unit, if powered separately).

  • Check that no operation limits prevent the completion of the ID run. Restore parameters to default settings and try again.

  • Check that the motor shaft is not locked.

  • Check the auxiliary code:

  • 0001 (Max Current Low): Check params 99.06, 30.17. Ensure 30.17 > 99.06.

  • 0002 (Max Speed/Field Weakening Low): Check params 30.11, 30.12, 99.07, 99.08, 99.09.

  • 0003 (Max Torque Low): Check param 99.12 and group 30 Limits.

  • 0004-000C: Contact your local ABB representative.


FF63
STO diagnostics failure

Cause: SW internal malfunction.


Remedy: Reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.08 Control board boot) or by cycling power.
FF81
FB A force trip

Cause: A fault trip command has been received through fieldbus adapter A.


Remedy: Check the fault information provided by the PLC.
FF8E
EFB force trip

Cause: A fault trip command has been received through the embedded fieldbus interface.


Remedy: Check the fault information provided by the PLC.
AE01
Overcurrent (Warning)

Cause: Line side current has exceeded internal fault limit.


Remedy:

  • Check supply voltage.

  • Check that there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in supply cable.

  • Check motor load and acceleration times.

  • Check power semiconductors (IGBTs) and current transducers.


AE02
Earth leakage (Warning)

Cause: IGBT supply has detected load unbalance (Programmable warning: 31.120 LSU earth fault).


Remedy:

  • Check AC fuses.

  • Check for earth leakages.

  • Check supply cabling.

  • Check power modules.

  • Check there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in supply cable.

  • If no earth fault can be detected, contact your local ABB representative.


AE09
DC link overvoltage (Warning)

Cause: Excessive intermediate circuit DC voltage. (Note: Shown only when IGBT supply unit is not modulating).


Remedy: Check that parameter 95.01 Supply voltage is set according to the supply voltage in use.
AE0A
DC link undervoltage (Warning)

Cause: Intermediate circuit DC voltage is not sufficient due to missing phase in supply voltage, blown fuse or rectifier bridge internal fault.


Remedy:

  • Check supply cabling, fuses and switchgear.

  • Check that parameter 95.01 Supply voltage is set according to the supply voltage in use.


AE0B
DC not charged

Cause: The voltage of the intermediate DC circuit has not yet risen to operating level.


Remedy:

  • Check the input voltage setting in parameter 95.01 Supply voltage.

  • Check the input voltage.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


AE14
Excess temperature

Cause: Power unit temperature is excessive.


Remedy:

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.


AE16
IGBT temperature

Cause: IGBT temperature is excessive.


Remedy:

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.


AE19
Measurement circuit temperature

Cause: Problem with internal temperature measurement of the drive.


Remedy: Contact your local ABB representative.
AE24
Voltage category unselected

Cause: The supply voltage range has not been defined.


Remedy: Define the supply voltage range (parameter 95.01 Supply voltage).
AE56
INU-LSU comm loss

Cause: The communication to the inverter unit is lost.


Remedy: Check the settings of parameter group 60 DDCS communication.
AE58
Emergency stop (off2)

Cause: IGBT supply unit has received an emergency stop (mode selection off2) command.


Remedy:

  • Check that it is safe to continue operation.

  • Return emergency stop push button to normal position.

  • Restart the IGBT supply unit.


AE78
Fan

Cause: Cooling fan is stuck or disconnected.


Remedy:

  • Check the auxiliary code in the line-side converter program to identify the fan.

  • Check fan operation and connection.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


AE80
Auxiliary fan missing

Cause: Auxiliary fan is not connected or it is broken.


Remedy: Contact your local ABB representative.
BE02
MCB maintenance notice

Cause: Main circuit breaker should be maintained.


Remedy: Maintain the main circuit breaker.
2E00
Overcurrent (Fault)

Cause: Line side current has exceeded internal fault limit.


Remedy:

  • Check supply voltage.

  • Check that there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in supply cable.

  • Check motor load and acceleration times.

  • Check power semiconductors (IGBTs) and current transducers.


2E01
Earth leakage (Fault)

Cause: IGBT supply unit has detected an earth fault (Programmable warning: 31.120 LSU earth fault).


Remedy:

  • Check AC fuses.

  • Check for earth leakages.

  • Check supply cabling.

  • Check power modules.

  • Check there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in supply cable.

  • If no earth fault can be detected, contact your local ABB representative.


2E02
Short circuit

Cause: IGBT supply unit has detected short circuit.


Remedy:

  • Check supply cable.

  • Check there are no power factor correction capacitors or surge absorbers in supply cable.

  • After correcting the cause of the fault, reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.108 LSU control board boot) or by cycling power.


3E00
Input phase loss

Cause: Input phase loss detected by the IGBT bridge (Programmable warning: 31.121 LSU supply phase loss).


Remedy:

  • Check the AC fuses.

  • Check for input power supply imbalance.


3E04
DC link overvoltage (Fault)

Cause: Excessive intermediate circuit DC voltage.


Remedy:

  • Check that parameter 95.01 Supply voltage is set according to the supply voltage in use.

  • Check that parameter 30.30 Overvoltage control is enabled.


3E05
DC link undervoltage (Fault)

Cause: Intermediate circuit DC voltage is not sufficient because of a missing supply phase or blown fuse.


Remedy:

  • Check supply cabling, fuses and switchgear.

  • Check that parameter 95.01 Supply voltage is set according to the supply voltage in use.


4E02
IGBT temperature (Fault)

Cause: IGBT temperature is excessive.


Remedy:

  • Check ambient conditions.

  • Check air flow and fan operation.

  • Check heatsink fins for dust pick-up.


5E01
Aux fan missing

Cause: Broken fan detected.


Remedy: Replace the fan.
5E05
Rating ID mismatch

Cause: The hardware of the supply unit does not match the information stored in the memory unit.


Remedy:

  • Cycle the power to the supply unit.

  • If the control unit is externally powered, reboot the control unit (using parameter 96.108 LSU control board boot) or by cycling its power.

  • If the problem persists, contact your local ABB representative.


5E06
Main contactor fault

Cause: Control program does not receive main contactor on acknowledgement. Main contactor / main breaker is not functioning properly, or there is a loose / bad connection.


Remedy:

  • Check main contactor / main breaker control circuit wiring.

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


5E08
Power unit lost

Cause: Connection between the control unit and power unit is lost.


Remedy: Contact your local ABB representative.
5E09
PU board powerfail

Cause: Power unit power supply failure.


Remedy: Contact your local ABB representative.
5E10
Charging feedback

Cause: Charging feedback signal missing.


Remedy:

  • Check charge contactor control circuit wiring.

  • Contact your local ABB representative.


5E14
Measurement circuit temperature

Cause: Problem with internal temperature measurement of the drive.


Remedy: Contact your local ABB representative.
7E11
DDCS controller comm loss

Cause: DDCS communication between supply unit and inverter unit has been lost.


Remedy: Check the settings of parameter group 60 DDCS communication.