E.RET

Retry count excess

Mitsubishi Electric · FR E700

What does E.RET mean?

This fault indicates that the inverter could not resume operation properly within the programmed number of retries (set by Pr. 67). It signifies a persistent underlying problem that prevents automatic recovery, leading to the inverter tripping after multiple failed attempts. The root cause of the initial fault must be identified and corrected.

Common Causes

  • Persistent overcurrent (E.OC) or overvoltage (E.OV) condition occurring shortly after each restart attempt.
  • Mechanical overload on the driven machine (e.g., jammed conveyor, seized bearing) causing immediate overload upon restart.
  • Faulty input power supply (e.g., phase loss, severe unbalance) preventing stable operation.
  • Encoder feedback loss or noise (E.DEV) preventing stable speed control after restart.
  • Incorrect deceleration ramp (Pr. 7) setting for the load, causing overvoltage during attempts to stop before retry.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Identify the specific fault code that occurs immediately before the 'E.RET' fault is triggered (check fault history Pr. 70 to Pr. 74).

  2. 2

    Reduce the number of retry attempts by setting Parameter Pr. 67 (Retry Count) to '0' to prevent continuous restarting and facilitate direct fault diagnosis.

  3. 3

    Monitor AC input voltage at terminals R/L1, S/L2, T/L3 during operation for sag or unbalance.

  4. 4

    Disconnect the motor from the inverter and attempt to run the inverter in no-load condition to isolate motor or load issues.

  5. 5

    Increase the acceleration time (Pr. 6) to reduce initial current demand during start attempts.

  6. 6

    Verify that the motor thermal overload parameters (e.g., Pr. 9, Pr. 10, Pr. 11) are correctly configured for the motor's rated current.

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Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026

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