Thermal Overload of Motor
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What does 84 mean?
This fault indicates that the motor has experienced a thermal overload, meaning its operating temperature has exceeded safe limits. This can occur due to excessive load, inadequate cooling, or incorrect motor protection settings, posing a risk of motor winding damage.
Common Causes
- Standard MOVIMOT motor protection function via DIP switch S1/5='ON' is deactivated, especially when MOVIMOT is installed close to the motor.
- Incorrect setting of DIP switch S1/6 for 'MOVIMOT and motor with one lower power rating' combinations.
- High ambient temperature around the motor or heat build-up due to insufficient ventilation.
- Excessive mechanical load on the motor or motor operating at too low a speed.
- Temperature monitoring in the motor (TH winding thermostat) has tripped, particularly when using MOVIMOT with extra function 5.
- Incorrect combination of the drive and MOVIMOT inverter.
Repair Steps & Checklist
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- 1
If the MOVIMOT inverter is installed close to the motor, set DIP switch S1/5 to 'ON'.
- 2
For 'MOVIMOT and motor with one lower power rating' combinations, check the setting of DIP switch S1/6.
- 3
Lower the ambient temperature surrounding the motor and prevent heat build-up by ensuring adequate ventilation.
- 4
Reduce the mechanical load on the motor or increase its operating speed.
- 5
Check the combination of the drive and MOVIMOT inverter if the fault is signaled shortly after the first enable.
- 6
If the TH winding thermostat (with extra function 5) has tripped, reduce the load on the motor.