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Input Diode and Output Transistor Check Procedure On A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) With Short Video

This document provides instructions for checking the input diodes and output transistors on a variable frequency drive (VFD) using a multimeter in diode test mode. The procedure involves 6 steps to check the input and output terminals by placing the multimeter leads on each terminal and noting the reading. Elevated or low readings can indicate issues like a shorted transistor that requires replacement. The checks help troubleshoot problems like the VFD not powering on or tripping faults.

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Input Diode and Output Transistor Check Procedure On A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) With Short Video

This document provides instructions for checking the input diodes and output transistors on a variable frequency drive (VFD) using a multimeter in diode test mode. The procedure involves 6 steps to check the input and output terminals by placing the multimeter leads on each terminal and noting the reading. Elevated or low readings can indicate issues like a shorted transistor that requires replacement. The checks help troubleshoot problems like the VFD not powering on or tripping faults.

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Input Diode and Output Transistor Check Procedure on a Variable

Frequency Drive (VFD) with Short Video

Topic Description

The static tests indicated below should be performed in the following scenarios:  

1. The VFD input fuses have failed.


2. The VFD is not turning on or won't turn on.
3. The VFD is not powering up the digital operator. Refer to the documents below for further
troubleshooting: 
- Drive Operator is NOT Turning ON or the Keypad is Blank with the Charge LED ON
- Drive Operator is NOT Turning ON or the Keypad is Blank with the Charge LED OFF
4. SC (short circuit), OC (overcurrent) or Output Phase Loss faults are present. Refer to the
documents below for further troubleshooting: 
- Troubleshooting a SC (Short Circuit) Fault
- Clearing an OC Fault
- LF Output Phase Loss Fault 

5. Verifying the VFD is in working operation prior on powering up the drive for the first time.

All the static checks below are conducted using the Diode Test Mode of a Digital Multimeter to
determine if the input or output power circuits of the Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)
are defective without having to take the VFD apart.

Resolution

To perform the below static checks, locate the following terminals on the drive:

 The + and - terminals usually located between the input and output terminals.


 The R/L1, S/ L2, T/L3 input and U/T1, V/T2,  W/T3 output terminals.

Important steps before starting the tests below:

1. Remove power to the VFD being tested.


2. Disconnect the input and output wires connected to the VFD terminals (make sure the wires
are correctly labeled before removing them).
3. Ensure the DC bus is completely discharged by measuring between the positive (+)
and negative (-) bus terminals with a DC voltmeter set to the highest scale.  
4. Turn the multimeter dial to Diode Test Mode as shown below:
 
First Step:

1. Take the positive multimeter lead and put it on the - terminal of the VFD.


2. Take the negative multimeter lead and put it on each input and output terminal of
the VFD one at a time.
3. If a terminal is good, it should read a voltage drop from 0.299 to 0.675 vdc and consistent
reading between all phases.

Multimeter
(+) Positive (-) Negative
Reading
Step Multimeter Multimeter (Diode Test
Lead  Lead 
Mode)

R/L1
Terminal
S/L2
Terminal
T/L3
Terminal 0.299 ~
1 (-) Terminal 
U/T1 0.675 vdc
Terminal
V/T2
Terminal
W/T3
Terminal

Second Step:

1. Take the negative multimeter lead and put it on the - terminal of the VFD.


2. Take the positive multimeter lead and put it on each input and output terminal of
the VFD one at a time.
3. If a terminal is good, it should return with a OL (open) reading on the meter.
Multimeter
(+) Positive (-) Negative
Reading
Step Multimeter Multimeter (Diode Test
Lead  Lead 
mode)

R/L1
Terminal
S/L2
Terminal
T/L3
Terminal
2 OL *
U/T1 (-) Terminal 
Terminal
V/T2
Terminal
W/T3
Terminal 

* Note: On larger drives, the multimeter will take longer to reach OL. As long as the multimeter
continues to escalate, the diode check is good. 

Third Step:

1. Take the negative multimeter lead and put it on the DC + terminal.


2. Take the positive multimeter lead and put it on each input and output terminal of the VFD.
3. If a terminal is good, it should read a voltage drop from 0.299 to 0.675 vdc and consistent
reading between all phases.

3 R/L1 (+) Terminal 0.299 ~


Terminal 0.675 vdc
S/L2
Terminal
T/L3
Terminal
U/T1
Terminal
V/T2
Terminal
W/T3
Terminal
 

Fourth Step:

1. Take the positive multimeter lead and put it on the DC + terminal.


2. Take the negative multimeter lead and put it on each input and output terminal of
the VFD.
3. If a terminal is good, it should return with a OL (open) reading on the meter.

 
Multimeter
(+) Positive (-) Negative
Reading 
Step Multimeter Multimeter
(Diode Test
Lead  Lead 
mode)

4 (+) R/L1 OL *


Terminal  Terminal
S/L2
Terminal
T/L3
Terminal
U/T1
Terminal
V/T2
Terminal
W/T3
Terminal
* Note: On larger drives, the multimeter will take longer to reach OL. As long as the multimeter
continues to escalate, the diode check is good. 

Fifth and Sixth Step (Applicable on drives with built in braking transistor):

1. Take the positive multimeter lead and put it on the B1 terminal.


2. Take the negative multimeter lead and put it on the B2 terminal.
3. If a terminal is good, it should return with a OL (open) reading on the meter.
4. Take the positive multimeter lead and put it on the B2 terminal.
5. Take the negative multimeter lead and put it on the B1 terminal.
6. If a terminal is good, it should read a voltage drop from 0.299 to 0.675 vdc and consistent
reading between all phases.

Multim
(-)
(+) eter
Negativ
Positive Readin
St Multim e
g
ep eter Multim
(Diode
eter
Lead Test
Lead
mode)

5 B1 B2 OL

6 B2 B1 0.299 ~
0.675
vdc
 

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Meter readings for a bad input diode or output transistor:

 If the meter returns a reading of 0.000 to 0.100, the IGBT is shorted and should be


replaced.  These readings could result in blowing fuses or further damaging the unit.

Notes:
- Some units may have multiple internal input diodes and output  IGBT modules. If one
is found to be defective, all should be replaced at the same time.
- When replacing IGBT's Yaskawa recommends also replacing the Gate Drive board.

 If the meter returns a reading of more than 0.750 or a OL when expected to read 0.299 ~


0.675 vdc, this usually means the rectifier or the output transistor is open which could result
in no display at the operator keypad, the loss of an input or output phase.

Related Documents

Drive is Blowing Input Fuses or Tripping Breaker when Power is Applied


Drive Operator is NOT Turning ON, No Display or the Keypad is Blank with the Charge LED OFF
Drive Operator is NOT Turning ON, No Display or the Keypad is Blank with the Charge LED ON
Input Diode and Output Transistor Check Procedure on a Matrix Variable Frequency Drive (U1000, U1000
iQpump and Z1000U)
Performing an Insulation (Megohmmeter) Test on a Motor
Troubleshooting an OC (Overcurrent) Fault
Troubleshooting an rr Fault
Troubleshooting Input Phase Loss (PF)
Troubleshooting Output Phase Loss (LF)

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1000 Series

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5 Series

3 Series

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Last Modified Date: 02/01/2021 ID: 11185

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