FF56
MOTOR PHASE
ABB · ACS800 Standard Firmware
What does FF56 mean?
One of the motor phases has been lost, indicating a fault within the motor, the motor cable, an external thermal relay (if used), or an internal drive fault. This fault is associated with bit 15 of Fault Word 2 (3.06 FW 2) and can be configured via Fault Function 30.16.
Common Causes
- Fault detected in one or more phases of the motor power supply.
- Loose or broken motor connection.
- Internal motor winding issue.
- Inverter output phase failure.
Repair Steps & Checklist
Click steps to track your progress.
- 1
Inspect the motor and motor cable for physical damage, loose connections, or signs of overheating.
- 2
If a thermal relay is used, check its trip status and ensure it is functioning correctly.
- 3
Verify the setting of parameter 30.16 (Motor Phase Loss function).
- 4
As a diagnostic step, temporarily disable the `Motor Phase Loss` protection in parameter 30.16 if troubleshooting demands it.
Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026
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Source: ABB ACS800 Standard Firmware