SERIAL COMMUNICATION FAULT

What does 117/118 mean?

Fault 117 occurs if serial communication does not start within 20 seconds after drive reset or power up. Fault 118 occurs if a valid serial communication message is not received for more than 150 milliseconds.

• Host system is not connected or not sending valid messages.
• Electrical grounding noise interference.
• Serial communication is not being used, but parameter #110 is set to selection 3.

Click steps to track your progress.

1. 1

   Ensure that the host is connected and sending valid messages.

2. 2

   Look for and correct electrical grounding noise interference problems.

3. 3

   If serial communication is not being used, verify that parameter #110 is NOT set to selection 3.