Schneider ATV61 Drive Fault Codes
Complete reference list of Schneider Altivar 61 (ATV61) fault codes. Learn to troubleshoot HVAC errors like nLP (No Line Power), PHF (Phase Loss), and OCF on this pump/fan drive.
Schneider ATV61 Fault Codes Reference Table
Schneider ATV61 Fault Codes Reference Table
Schneider ATV61 Fault Codes Reference Table
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| Fault Code and Meaning | Cause and Remedy |
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| AI2F [AI2 input] |
Cause: Non-conforming signal on analog input AI2.
Remedy:
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| bOF [DBR overload] |
Cause: The braking resistor is under excessive stress.
Remedy:
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| bUF [DB unit sh. Circuit] |
Cause:
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| CrF1 [Precharge] |
Cause: Load relay control fault or charging resistor damaged.
Remedy:
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| CrF2 [Thyr. soft charge] |
Cause: DC bus charging fault (thyristors).
Remedy:
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| dCF [Differential curent Fault] |
Cause: Current difference between power block A and B (ATV61EC60 ... M14N4 or ATVEM15...M24Y only).
Remedy:
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| EEF1 [Control Eeprom] |
Cause: Internal memory fault, control card.
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| EEF2 [Power Eeprom] |
Cause: Internal memory fault, power card.
Remedy:
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| EnF [Encoder] |
Cause: Encoder feedback fault.
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| FCF1 [Out. contact. stuck] |
Cause: The output contactor remains closed although the opening conditions have been met.
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| Fd2 [Damper open] |
Cause: The damper remains open although the closing conditions have been met.
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| HdF [IGBT desaturation] |
Cause: Short-circuit or grounding at the drive output.
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| ILF [internal com. link] |
Cause: Communication fault between option card and drive.
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| InF1 [Rating error] |
Cause: The power card is different from the card stored.
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| InF2 [Incompatible PB] |
Cause: The power card is incompatible with the control card.
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| InF3 [Internal serial link] |
Cause: Communication fault between the internal cards.
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| InF4 [Internal MFG area] |
Cause: Internal data inconsistent.
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| InF6 [Internal-option] |
Cause: The option installed in the drive is not recognized.
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| InF7 [Internal-hard init.] |
Cause: Initialization of the drive is incomplete.
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| InF8 [Internal-ctrl supply] |
Cause: The control power supply is incorrect.
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| InF9 [Internal- I measure] |
Cause: The current measurements are incorrect.
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| InFA [Internal-mains circuit] |
Cause: The input stage is not operating correctly.
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| InFb [Internal- th. sensor] |
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| InFC [Internal-time meas.] |
Cause: Fault on the electronic time measurement component.
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| InFE [internal- CPU] |
Cause: Internal microprocessor fault.
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| OCF [Overcurrent] |
Cause:
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| PrF [Power removal] |
Cause: Fault with the drive’s “Power removal” safety function.
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| SCF1 [Motor short circuit] |
Cause: Short-circuit or grounding at the drive output.
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| SCF2 [Impedant sh. circuit] |
Cause: Impedant short circuit.
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| SCF3 [Ground short circuit] |
Cause: Significant earth leakage current at the drive output if several motors are connected in parallel.
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| SOF [Overspeed] |
Cause: Instability or driving load too high.
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| SPF [Speed fdback loss] |
Cause:
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| tnF [Auto-tuning] |
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APF
[Application fault] |
Cause: Controller Inside card fault. Remedy:
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CnF
[Com. network] |
Cause: Communication fault on communication card. Remedy:
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COF
[CAN com.] |
Cause: Interruption in communication on the CANopen bus. Remedy:
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EPF1
[External flt-LI/Bit] |
Cause: Fault triggered by an external device, depending on user. Remedy:
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EPF2
[External fault com.] |
Cause: Fault triggered by a communication network. Remedy:
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FCF2
[Out. contact. open.] |
Cause: The output contactor remains open although the closing conditions have been met. Remedy:
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Fd1
[Damper stuck] |
Cause: The damper remains closed although the opening conditions have been met. Remedy:
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LCF
[input contactor] |
Cause: The drive is not turned on even though [Mains V. time out] (LCt) has elapsed. Remedy:
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LFF2 LFF3 LFF4 [AI2 4-20mA loss] [AI3 4-20mA loss] [AI4 4-20mA loss] |
Cause: Loss of the 4-20 mA reference on analog input AI2, AI3 or AI4. Remedy:
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nFF
[No Flow Fault] |
Cause: Zero fluid. Remedy:
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ObF
[Overbraking] |
Cause: Braking too sudden or driving load. Remedy:
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OHF
[Drive overheat] |
Cause: Power board -PCB over temperature. Braking unit over temperature. Phase module over temperature. Rectifier over temperature. Remedy:
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OLC
[Proc. Overload Flt] |
Cause: Process overload. Remedy:
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OLF
[Motor overload] |
Cause: Triggered by excessive motor current. Remedy:
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OPF1
[1 motor phase loss] |
Cause: Loss of one phase at drive output. Remedy:
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OPF2
[3 motor phase loss] |
Cause: Motor not connected or motor power too low. Output contactor open. Instantaneous instability in the motor current. Remedy:
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OSF
[Mains overvoltage] |
Cause: Line voltage too high. Disturbed line supply. Remedy:
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OtF1
[PTC1 overheat] |
Cause: Overheating of the PTC1 probes detected. Remedy:
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OtF2
[PTC2 overheat] |
Cause: Overheating of the PTC2 probes detected. Remedy:
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OtFL
[LI6=PTC overheat] |
Cause: Overheating of PTC probes detected on input LI6. Remedy:
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PtF1
[PTC1 probe] |
Cause: PTC1 probes open or short-circuited. Remedy:
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PtF2
[PTC2 probe] |
Cause: PTC2 probes open or short-circuited. Remedy:
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PtFL
[LI6=PTC probe] |
Cause: PTC probes on input LI6 open or short-circuited. Remedy:
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SCF4
[IGBT short circuit] |
Cause: Power component fault. Remedy:
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SCF5
[Motor short circuit] |
Cause: Short-circuit at drive output. Remedy:
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SLF1
[Modbus com.] |
Cause: Interruption in communication on the Modbus bus. Remedy:
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SLF2
[PC com.] |
Cause: Fault communicating with PC Software. Remedy:
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SLF3
[HMI com.] |
Cause: Fault communicating with the graphic display terminal. Remedy:
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SPIF
[PI Feedback] |
Cause: PID feedback below lower limit. Remedy:
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SSF
[Torque/current lim] |
Cause: Switch to torque limitation. Remedy:
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tJF
[IGBT overheat] |
Cause: Drive overheated. Remedy:
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ULF
[Proc. Underload Flt] |
Cause: Process underload. Remedy:
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CFF
[Incorrect config.] |
Cause: Option card changed or removed. The current configuration is inconsistent. Remedy:
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CFI
[Invalid config.] |
Cause: Invalid configuration. The configuration loaded in the drive via the bus is inconsistent. [Max frequency] (tFr) has been set at a value higher than 599Hz. Remedy:
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HCF
[Cards pairing] |
Cause: The [CARDS PAIRING] (PPI-) function has been configured and a drive card has been changed. Remedy:
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PHF
[Input phase loss] |
Cause: Drive incorrectly supplied or a fuse blown. Failure of one phase. 3-phase ATV61 used on a single-phase line supply. Unbalanced load. (This protection only operates with the drive on load). Remedy:
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PrtF
[Power Ident] |
Cause: The [Power Identification] (Prt) parameter is incorrect. Control card replaced by a control card configured on a drive with a different rating. Remedy:
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USF
[Undervoltage] |
Cause: Line supply too low. Transient voltage dip. Damaged pre-charge resistor. (This protection only operates with the drive running in motor mode). Remedy:
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| CFF [Incorrect config.] |
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| CFI / CFI2 [Invalid config.] |
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| CSF [Ch. Sw. fault] |
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| dLF [Dynamic load fault] |
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| FbE [FB fault] |
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| HCF [Cards pairing] |
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| PHF [Input phase loss] |
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| USF [Undervoltage] |
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| InIt [Initialization in progress] |
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| COM.E (Flashing) [Communication error] |
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| A-17 (Flashing) [Alarm button] |
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| CLr (Flashing) [Confirmation of detected fault reset] |
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| dEU.E (Flashing) [Drive disparity] |
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| rOM.E (Flashing) [ROM anomaly] |
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| rAM.E (Flashing) [RAM anomaly] |
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| CPU.E (Flashing) [Other detected faults] |
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How to Read ATV61 Faults & History
The ATV61 typically comes with a removable Graphic Display Terminal (LCD screen) which gives full text descriptions, but smaller units or those with the terminal removed rely on the Integrated 7-Segment LED display.
- Diagnostics Menu (1.10): To view active faults and history on the graphic terminal, navigate to Menu 1.10 DIAGNOSTICS.
- Fault History: This menu stores the last 8 faults.
- Drive Status: Shows the state of the motor and logical inputs at the moment of the trip.
- Input Phase Loss (PHF): The ATV61 is very sensitive to input power quality. A PHF fault means one of the three phases (L1, L2, L3) is missing or unbalanced. If running on a generator, you may need to disable “Input Phase Loss” protection (Menu 1.8), though this is risky.
- nLP (No Line Power): This is unique to the ATV61/71 architecture. If the drive is powered by an external 24V supply to keep the control board alive, but the 480V mains are off, it displays nLP. This is a status, not a fault.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: The drive shows “nLP” and won’t run. What is wrong?
A: nLP stands for No Line Power.
This
usually happens when the Control Board is powered (via terminals
P24/0V) but the main DC Bus is uncharged (Mains power is Off).
Fix: Check your main circuit breaker or fuses. Once mains voltage is applied to L1/L2/L3, nLP will change to rdY (Ready).
Q: How do I fix “OCF” (Overcurrent) on a Fan/Pump?
A: On HVAC applications, OCF often indicates:
1. Start on the Fly: The
fan was already spinning (windmilling) when the drive tried to start.
Enable “Catch on the Fly” in the Fault Management menu.
2. Ramp Too Short: Trying to accelerate a heavy fan too fast. Increase the Acceleration Time (ACC).
3. Pipe Blockage: In rare cases, a sudden closed valve can cause a surge.
Q: What is “SPF” (Speed Feedback Loss)?
A: This occurs if you are using an encoder card. The drive commanded speed, but the encoder showed no movement.
Fix: Check
the mechanical coupling of the encoder and the cable connection. If you
are not using an encoder, ensure the Motor Control Law is not set to
“Closed Loop.”
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