F01
Overcurrent
SEW Eurodrive · MOVITRAC 07B System
What does F01 mean?
An immediate switch-off with inhibit occurs due to excessive current at the inverter output. This can indicate a short circuit, incorrect switching while the output stage is inhibited, an oversized motor for the inverter, or a faulty output stage.
Common Causes
- Short circuit at output
- Output switching while output stage is inhibited
- Motor too large for the inverter
- Faulty output stage
Repair Steps & Checklist
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- 1
Eliminate any short circuit at the inverter output
- 2
Ensure output switching only occurs with an inhibited output stage
- 3
Connect a motor with a smaller rated power appropriate for the inverter
- 4
If the fault cannot be reset, contact SEW Service
Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026
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Source: SEW Eurodrive MOVITRAC 07B System