Kone Frequency Inverter
37 fault codes documented
The Lock Drops off in Operation (Emergency Stop)
This error indicates that the door lock safety circuit is active during lift operation, suggesting a loss of the lock signal even though the safety circuit itself is present. This condition typically triggers an emergency stop of the lift, prioritizing passenger safety.
The Up Limit Switch Drops Off
This error occurs when both the Up and Down Limit switches are activated simultaneously while the car is not at the top floor during normal service, or when the Up Limit switch activates incorrectly during an upward travel. This indicates a conflict in position detection or a faulty limit switch component.
The Down Limit Switch Drops Off
This error occurs when both the Up and Down Limit switches are activated simultaneously while the car is not at the lowest floor during normal service, or when the Down Limit switch activates incorrectly during a downward travel. This indicates a conflict in position detection or a faulty limit switch component.
Failure in Opening the Door Lock
This error is recorded if the door fails to open fully within 15 seconds, despite the door-opening signal being continuously present. It triggers after three continuous occurrences. It can also be registered if the landing door lock is bridged when the lift is in the door zone with door-lock signals and a door-open limit signal (for 1.5 s) but without a car door lock signal (valid only with high-voltage input of separate door).
Failure in Closing the Lock
This error is recorded if the door fails to close properly within 15 seconds, despite the door-closing signal being continuously present. It triggers after eight continuous occurrences. It also occurs if the door-close limit signal disagrees with the door-lock position for 4 continuous seconds (excluding cases of missing door-lock signals), indicating an overtime condition in door closing.
CANBUS Failure
This error indicates interference or a complete break in the CANBUS communication link. The error is recorded if communication with the car control PCB SM-02 fails incessantly for 4 seconds, pointing to a severe communication issue within the elevator's network.
Inverter Failure
This error indicates a specific issue with the inverter, manifested as an error signal appearing at input Port X11 of the master control PCB. This error is recorded if the inverter fault signal persists for 10 seconds while the master control PCB is determined to be operating correctly.
Breakdown in Power Module
This error signifies a critical failure within the power module of the inverter/drive system, which is responsible for power conversion to the motor. This could be caused by component degradation, electrical overstress, or thermal issues, leading to an inability of the drive to supply power.
Missing Phase by Output
This error indicates that one or more output phases to the motor are either missing entirely or exhibit a significant imbalance, suggesting an issue with the drive's output stage or the motor connection wiring.
Over-current
This critical error indicates that the current drawn by the motor has exceeded a predefined maximum limit, protecting both the drive and motor from damage. It is often triggered by short circuits, sudden heavy loads, or excessively rapid acceleration.
Fault of Encoder
This error indicates a problem with the motor encoder, which is responsible for providing accurate speed and position feedback to the drive. A faulty encoder can lead to incorrect speed control, system instability, or the drive's inability to operate effectively.
Positioning Errors of Deceleration Switches TWO for Going-down
This fault indicates various issues with the positioning or activation of the deceleration switches for downward travel. It covers scenarios such as switches being positioned too low or too high relative to self-learning positions, failure to activate, or incorrect configuration of one-step versus two-step switches as defined by parameter F182.
Reversed Speed Signal Detected in Travel
This error occurs when the speed feedback signal from the encoder indicates a reverse direction of travel, but the drive is commanding forward travel (or vice versa). This conflict strongly suggests an encoder wiring error, incorrect encoder mounting, or a faulty feedback device.
Speed Feedback Detected Without Directory for Operation
This error indicates that the drive is receiving speed feedback signals from the motor, but there is no active command or 'directory' (run or direction command) for the motor to operate. This condition could signify unintended motor motion or a faulty control input causing spurious feedback.
Motor Phasing Reversed
This error indicates that the motor phases are connected in a way that causes the motor to rotate in the opposite direction than commanded, or the drive detects an incorrect phase sequence. This is typically a wiring issue between the drive and the motor.
Over-speed Protection in Riding Direction
This error indicates that the motor speed has exceeded a safe limit while traveling in the intended 'riding' or forward direction. This is a critical safety fault, often triggered by a loss of speed control, an external force causing acceleration, or an incorrect over-speed threshold.
Over-speed Protection in Reversed Direction
This error indicates that the motor speed has exceeded a safe limit while traveling in the reverse direction of the intended 'riding' or forward direction. This is a critical safety fault, often triggered by unintended reverse motion or a severe control issue.
R+/R- Line-off Protection
This error indicates a disconnection or a break in the R+ and R- lines, which are typically used for a specific control, communication, or safety circuit within the system. Loss of signal on these lines can disrupt critical functions or safety interlocks.
Breakdown in DSP Processor
This error indicates a malfunction or complete breakdown in the Digital Signal Processor (DSP) within the drive's control unit. The DSP is essential for executing control algorithms and managing all drive operations, therefore its failure will render the drive inoperable.
Protection against Slippage
This fault occurs when the leveling switch fails to function during elevator travel, excluding inspection service, beyond the delay period set by parameter F62. It signifies that the lift has moved outside the leveling zone for an extended duration without corrective action.
Overheat in Motor
This fault is triggered when an overheat input signal is detected on terminal X25, indicating that the motor has exceeded its safe operating temperature. This is typically activated by a thermal sensor integrated within the motor's windings or casing.
Motor Rotation Reversed
This error indicates that slippage due to reversed motor rotation has occurred for more than 0.5 seconds. Specifically, it is recorded if speed feedback from Port A and B on the master control PCB shows values less than -150 mm during upward travel or greater than 150 mm during downward travel, signifying movement in the unintended direction.
Over-speeding
This fault is recorded if the actual speed feedback exceeds the permitted speed for 0.1 seconds. The permitted speed is calculated as (0.25 m/s + Reference Speed) for reference speeds under 1.0 m/s, or (1.25 x Reference Speed) for reference speeds over 1.0 m/s, with a maximum limit of 1.08 x Rated Speed. It also triggers if speed feedback exceeds 0.8m/s² deceleration at terminal landings for 0.1s.
Under-speeding
This fault is recorded if the speed feedback falls below the permitted speed threshold for 0.5 seconds. The permitted speed is calculated as (Reference Speed - 0.25m/s) for reference speeds under 1.0 m/s, or (0.5 x Reference Speed) for reference speeds over 1.0 m/s.
Anti-slippage Operation Time Limit Exceeded
This error occurs when the lift fails to receive any leveling signal within the specified time limit defined by parameter F62. The default time limit is 32 seconds, with a configurable range between 20 and 45 seconds according to GB7588-2003. A prolonged absence of leveling signals indicates a failure in position detection during car movement, potentially due to slippage.
Failure in Up-leveling Switch
This error occurs when the up-leveling switch fails to operate after the lift has initiated deceleration for stopping, or if the switch's activation or deactivation falls outside the specified maximum effective or ineffective protection distances. These distances are calculated based on leveling vane length and floor distances.
Failure in Down-leveling Switch
This error occurs when the down-leveling switch fails to operate, or if the switch's activation or deactivation falls outside the specified maximum effective or ineffective protection distances. These distances are calculated based on leveling vane length and floor distances.
Over-heat in Power Module Cooler
This error indicates that the cooling system responsible for the power module has detected an over-temperature condition. This protective measure will typically lead to a thermal shutdown of the drive to prevent damage to the sensitive power components from excessive heat.
Safety Circuit Breaks off
This fault indicates that the critical safety circuit of the lift has been interrupted or opened while the lift was in service. This is a protective measure to immediately halt lift operation when a safety condition is violated.
Input Contactor Contact Stuck-up
This fault presents in two scenarios: either the KMC contactor's output from the master control PCB is off, but an input signal indicates the contactor is closed (stuck-up), or the KMC output is on, but no input signal is detected, implying a failure to close. This indicates a discrepancy between the commanded state and the actual status of the KMC contactor.
Brake Contactor Contact Stuck-up
This fault signifies that the brake contactor (KMB) is reporting a closed contact status via its detecting terminals (including the two rear detecting terminals), despite there being no output from the KMB relay on the master control PCB. This indicates the KMB contactor's contacts are stuck in the closed position when they should be open.
Breakdown in Braking Unit and/or Braking Resistors
This error signifies a fault within the regenerative braking unit or its associated braking resistors. This system is crucial for dissipating excess energy generated by the motor during deceleration, and a breakdown can cause DC bus overvoltage.
Fuse Broken Off
This error indicates that a protective fuse within the drive or its associated power circuit has blown. A blown fuse typically points to an overcurrent condition or a short circuit occurring either upstream or downstream of the fuse.
Over-torque
This error indicates that the motor torque has exceeded a predefined maximum limit set in the drive. This typically occurs when the mechanical load on the motor is too high, or acceleration/deceleration ramps are configured too aggressively, demanding excessive torque.
Deviation in Speed
This error indicates a significant difference between the commanded speed and the actual motor speed, exceeding an allowed tolerance. This suggests a problem with the drive's speed control, speed feedback mechanism, or a mechanical issue affecting motor speed.
Over-voltage
This error indicates that the DC bus voltage within the drive has exceeded its maximum permissible limit. This condition is commonly caused by regenerative energy from the motor during deceleration, excessive input voltage, or a malfunction of the braking unit.
Under-voltage
This error indicates that the DC bus voltage within the drive has dropped below its minimum permissible limit. This typically occurs due to an insufficient or unstable input power supply, or a sudden voltage sag in the AC mains.