Program error
Lenze · 4800/4900 Series
What does PER mean?
This fault indicates an internal error within the drive's operating program or firmware. This is a critical internal software issue. By default, this condition is configured as a Warning, meaning it alerts the operator and is logged, but it does not immediately inhibit pulses. A program error can lead to unpredictable drive behavior and potential system instability or damage.
Common Causes
- Corrupted firmware image due to an interrupted update process or power fluctuation during write operation.
- Internal hardware malfunction (e.g., faulty memory chip) preventing proper firmware execution.
- Software bug within the drive's operating system, potentially triggered by a specific sequence of operations.
- Electromagnetic interference (EMI) disrupting internal data buses or memory access.
- Overheating of internal components leading to unstable operation.
Repair Steps & Checklist
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- 1
Cycle power to the drive (turn off and on) and observe if the fault persists.
- 2
Backup all user parameters (P0-01 to P9-99) to an external tool if possible.
- 3
Attempt to re-flash the drive's firmware using the latest version provided by the manufacturer.
- 4
Perform a factory reset of all parameters (e.g., P9-97 = 1) and then reload a known good parameter set.
- 5
Check the drive's internal temperature (e.g., parameter P0-15) and verify proper cooling fan operation.