0.4~7.

5kW(200V,400V)

AC Variable Speed Drive

G100 Troubleshooting Manual

Safety Instructions

 Read this manual carefully before servicing or inspecting this equipment..

 Keep this manual within easy reach for quick reference.
Quick Reference Table

The following table listed situations frequently encountered while working with inverters. Refer to the
typical situations to quickly and easily locate solutions to your questions.

Situation Reference

The motor is too noisy. P. 30

I want to review recent fault trip and warning histories. P. 14

The motor is producing too much heat. P. 27

The cooling fan is not working. P. 31

I want to know how I can keep the inverter when I am not using it. P. 40

ERR message is displayed on the keypad. P. 17

I want to initialize all parameters. P. 13

I want to terminate the inverter. P. 40

I want to review the input/output module. P. 35

I want to change the fan when it exceeded the replacement period. P. 38

I want to change the carrier frequency. P. 12

I cannot set the parameters. P. 26

The motor is not working. P. 30

The motor stops when it is connected to the load or accelerated. P. 28

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 INTRODUCTION 3
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 4
ASSOCIATION MANUAL 4
SAFETY INFORMATION 5
REVISION RECORD 7

Contents
1 BASIC CHECKLIST 8
1.1 Before You Think It Failed 8
1.2 Basic Operations 10
1.3 Change Parameter 12
1.3.1 Change Carrier Frequency 12
1.3.2 Initialize All Parameters 13
1.4 Monitor Fault Trip 14

2 TROUBLESHOOTING 16
2.1 Trips and Warnings 16
2.1.1 Failure/Warning List 17
2.1.2 Troubleshooting Fault Trips 20
2.2 Troubleshooting Other Faults 25

3 MAINTENANCE 31
3.1 Regular Inspection List 31
3.1.1 Daily Inspections 32
3.1.2 Annual Inspections 33
3.1.3 Bi-Annual Inspections 33
3.1.4 Check Input/Output Module 34
3.1.5 Replace Cooling Fan 38
3.2 Storage and Disposal 39
3.2.1 Storage 39
3.2.2 Disposal 39

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 Introduction
Manual Composition

1 Basic Checklist

1.1 Before You Think It Failed

This section covers check points
1.2 Basic Operations when there is a problem in the
inverter.
1.3 Change Parameter
1.3.1 Change Carrier Frequency Then check the parameter settings
1.3.2 Initialize all Parameters using basic operations and the trip
1.3.3 Read and Write Parameters records.
1.4 Monitor Fault Trip

2 Troubleshooting

This section explains troubleshooting fault 2.1 Trips and Warnings

trips and other common faults. 2.1.1 Failure/Warning List
2.1.2 Troubleshooting Fault Trips
If problems are not solved, please contact
your vendor or LS ELECTRIC. 2.2 Troubleshooting Other Faults

3 Maintenance
3.1 Regular Inspection List
3.1.1 Daily Inspections
3.1.2 Annual Inspections This section provides information on
3.1.3 Bi-annual Inspections how to maintain the inverters on a
3.1.4 Check Input/Output Module regular basis for different time
3.1.5 Replace Cooling Fan periods.

3.2 Storage and Disposal When there is a problem in the

inverter, please check the
3.2.1 Proper Storage of the input/output module. This is the basic
Product method to check the hardware.
3.2.2 Proper Disposal of the
Product

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 Product Identification
Model name

Power source
specifications

Output spec.

Motor Capacity

0004
. – 0.4kW
0008 – 0.75kW
0015 – 1.5kW
specifications
0022 – 2.2kW
0040 – 4.0kW
0055 – 5.5kW
0075 – 7.5kW

Series Name
.
Input voltage
specifications
2 – 3 phase 200V
.
4 – 3 phase 400V
specifications
Keypad
E – LED Keypad
.
UL Type
specifications
O –. UL Open Type
E – UL Type 1
EMC specifications
Filter
N – Non EMC
.
F – Built-in EMC
specifications
Reactor
N –. Non-Reactor

specifications
Association Manual
G100 user manual can be downloaded through LS ELECTRIC homepage.

Link : https://www.ls-electric.com/support/download-center

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Safety Information
Read and follow all safety instructions in this manual precisely to avoid unsafe operating
conditions, property damage, personal injury, or death.

Safety symbols in this manual

Danger
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in severe injury or
death.

Warning
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in injury or death.

Caution
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in minor injury
or property damage.

Safety information

Danger
 Do not open the cover of the equipment while it is on or operating. Likewise, do not operate
the inverter while the cover is open. Exposure of high voltage terminals or charging are to the
external environment may cause an electric shock. Do not remove any covers or touch the
internal circuit boards (PCBs) or electrical contacts on the product when the power is on or
during operation. Doing so may cause serious injury, death or serious property damage.
 Do not open the cover of the equipment even when the power supply to the inverter has been
turned off unless it is necessary for maintenance or regular inspection. Opening the cover
may lead to an electric shock even when the power supply is off.
 The equipment may hold charge long after the power supply has been turned off. Use a multi-
meter to make sure that there is no voltage before working on the inverter, motor, or motor
cable.

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 Warning
 This equipment must be grounded for safe and proper operation.
 Do not supply power to a faulty inverter. If you find that the inverter is faulty, disconnect the
power supply and have the Inverter repaired.
 The Inverter becomes hot during operation. Avoid touching the Inverter until it has cooled
down to avoid burns.
 Do not allow external objects, such as screws, metal chips, debris, water, or oil to get inside
the Inverter. Allowing external substances inside the Inverter may cause the Inverter to
malfunction or ignite fire.
 Do not operate the Inverter with wet hands. Doing so may cause electric shock.

Caution
 Do not modify the interior structure/components of the Inverter. Doing so will void the
warranty.
 The Inverter is designed for 3-phase motor operation. Do not use the Inverter to operate 1-
phase motor.
 Do not place heavy objects on top of electric cables. Doing so may damage the cable and
cause an electric shock.

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Changed main
Version Date Reference Page
contents
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1 Basic Checklist
1.1 Before You Think It Failed
Items Check Point Result

Is the installed location appropriate?

Installed Does the environment meet the inverters operating conditions?

Environment /
Input/Output
voltage Does the power source match the inverter’s rated input?

Is the rated output of the inverter sufficient to supply the equipment?

Is the circuit breaker installed on the input side of the inverter?

Is the circuit breaker correctly rated?

Are the power source cables correctly connected to the R/S/T terminals
of the inverter?
(Caution: Connecting the power source to the U/V/W terminals may
damage the inverter)
Are the motor output cables connected in the correct phase rotation
(U/V/W)?
(Caution: Motors will rotate in reverse direction if three phase cables are
not wired in the correct rotation)

Power Terminal Are the cables used to connect power terminals correctly rated?
Wiring
Is the inverter grounded properly?

Are the power terminal screws and the ground terminal screws tightened
to their specific torques?

Are the overload protection circuits installed correctly on the motors (if
multiple motors are running using one inverter)?

Is the inverter separated from the power source by a magnetic contactor

(if a braking resistor is in use)?
Are advanced-phase capacitors, surge protection and electromagnetic
interference filters installed correctly?
(These devices MUST NOT be installed on the output side of the
inverter)

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Items Check Point Result

Are STP (shielded twisted pair) cables used for control terminal wiring?

Is the shielding of the STP wiring properly grounded?

If 3-wire operation is required, are the multi-function input terminals

defined prior to the installation of the control wiring connections?

Did you wire the control cables after setting the parameters?
Control Terminal
Wiring
Are the control cables properly wired?

Are the control terminal screws tightened to their specified torques?

Is the total cable length of all control wiring less than 165ft (50m)?

Is the total length of safety wiring less than 100ft (30m)?

Are optional cards connected correctly?

Is there any debris left inside the inverter?

Are there any cables (contacting adjacent terminals) creating a potential

short circuit risk?

Are the control terminal connections separated from the power terminal
Miscellaneous
connections?

Have the capacitors been replaced if they have been in use for more
than 2 years?

Has a fuse been installed for the power source?

Has a fuse been installed for the power source?

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1.2 Basic Operations

 About the Keypad
The keypad is composed of two main components – the display and the operation (input) keys. Refer to
the following illustration to identify part names and functions.

 About the Display

The following table lists display part names and their functions.

No. Name Function

❶ 7-Segment Display Displays current operational status and parameter information.

LED flashes during parameter configuration and when the ESC key
❷ SET Indicator
operates as the multi-function key.

LED turns on (steady) during an operation, and flashes during

❸ RUN Indicator
acceleration or deceleration.

❹ FWD Indicator LED turns on (steady) during forward operation.

❺ REV Indicator LED turns on (steady) during reverse operation.

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The table below lists the way that the keypad displays characters (letters and numbers).

Number/ Number/ Number/ Number/

Display Display Display Display
character character character character
0 A K U

1 B L V

2 C M W

3 D N X

4 E O Y

5 F P Z

6 G Q

7 H R

8 I S

 Operation Keys
Key Key name Function Description

[RUN] Used to run the inverter.

STOP: Stops the inverter.

[STOP/RESET]
RESET: Resets the inverter if a fault or failure occurs.

[▲] , [▼] Switches between codes, or increases or decreases parameter values.

Moves between groups or moves to the digit on the left when setting the
[MODE/SHIFT] parameter. Press the MODE/SHIFT key once again on the maximum
number of digits to move to the minimum number of digits.
Switches from the selected state of parameter to the input state.
Edits parameter and apply change.
[ENTER]
Accesses the operation information screen during failure on the failure
screen.

[Volume] Used to set the operation frequency.

* Operates as ESC key if two keys out of [MODE/SHIFT] key, [▲] key and [▼] key are entered at the same
time.
- Press ESC in the group navigation mode to go to the initial screen (the frequency display screen).
- Press ESC in the mode to change parameter to go to group navigation mode without saving.

Caution
Install a separate emergency stop switch in the circuit. The [STOP/RESET] key on the keypad works
only when the inverter has been configured to accept an input from the keypad.

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1.3 Change Parameter

1.3.1 Change Carrier Frequency
The following example demonstrates how to configure carrier frequency by modifying CN.4 from
15Hz to 5 Hz. It is possible to configure the parameters for different codes in any other group in the
same method.

cn.4 15 5 05

Step Instructions Keypad Display

1 Shift to CN group 4 code. cn. 4

Press [ENT] key. 15

2
Display shows 15 which is the current CN.4 code parameter value.

3 Press [▼] key multiple times until it becomes 5 (wanted value). 5

Press [ENT] key. 05

4
The set parameter flickers.
Press [ENT] key again to save. cn. 4
5
Display shows CN.4. The parameter value has changed.
Adjust motor operational noise by changing carrier frequency settings. Power transistors (IGBT) in
the inverter generate and supply high frequency switching voltage to the motor. The switching speed
in this process refers to the carrier frequency. If the carrier frequency is set high, it reduces
operational noise from the motor, and if the carrier frequency is set low, it increases operational noise
from the motor.

There are advantages and disadvantages depending on carrier frequency setting .

Carrier Frequency
Item
LOW HIGH
Motor noise ↑ ↓

Motor temperature ↑ ↓

Inverter heat Loss ↓ ↑

High frequency ↑ ↓

Inverter noise ↓ ↑

Inverter leakage current ↓ ↑

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1.3.2 Parameter Initialization

The following example demonstrates parameter initialization using code dr.93 (Parameter Initialization) in
the Drive group.

Step Instructions Keypad Display

1 Go to code 0 in the Drive group. dr.0

Press the [ENT] key.
2
The current parameter value "9" will be displayed.
9
To make the target value "93", press the [▼] key to change
3
the ones' place value to "3".
3

4 Press the [MODE] key to move to the tens' place value. 03

To make the target value "93", press the [▲] or [▼] key
5
to change the tens' place value "9".
93
Press the [ENT] key.
6
Code dr.93 will be displayed.
dr.93
Press the [ENT] key once again.
7 The current parameter value for code dr.93 is set to 0 0
(Do not initialize).
Press the [▲] key to change the value to 1 (All Grp), and
8 then press the [ENT] key. 1
The parameter value will flash.
Press the [ENT] key once again.
9 Parameter initialization begins. Parameter initialization is dr.93
complete when code dr.93 reappears on the display.

Note
Following parameter initialization, all parameters are reset to factory default values.
Ensure that parameters are reconfigured before running the inverter again after an initialization.

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1.4 Monitor Fault Trip

The following shows an example procedure how to monitor trips in Operation group.

Over Acceleration
Current
Trip

Current (A)

Frequency

Refer to the example keypad display.

1
An over current trip fault has occurred.
oct
Press the [ENT] key, and then the [▲] key.
2 The operation frequency at the time of the fault (30.00 Hz) is 30.00
displayed.
Press the [▲] key.
3
The output current at the time of the fault (5.0 A) is displayed.
5.0
Press the [▲] key.
The operation status at the time of the fault is displayed.
4
ACC on the display indicates that the fault occurred during
acc
acceleration.
Press the [STOP/RESET] key.
5 The inverter resets and the fault condition is cleared. The 30.00
frequency reference is displayed on the keypad.

If a warning situation occurs while operating with the entered frequency, a

display and the current screen will flash in 1 second intervals. Refer to 6.3 Under load
Fault Trip and Warning on page 18 for more details.

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 Multiple Failures at the same time

It is possible to review the information of maximum 3 Trips when multiple trips occurred at the
same time.
Over load
3
Simultaneous
trips
Over Voltage

Over Current

 Check Trip History

The table below is an example how to monitor trip history.
Initial
Group Code Code Description Set value Set range Unit
Value
Pr91 Fault History 1 -

Function ~
Group 2 Pr95 Fault History 5 -

Pr96 Delete Fault History - 0~1 0

It is possible to save maximum 5 Trip information that occurred while operating. The figure below
demonstrates how to review each Trip information.

pr.0 pr.91 ovt

pr.95 lvt

 Delete Trip History

pr. 0 pr.96 1

Change parameter
value to 1 then
press [ENT]

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2 Troubleshooting
This chapter explains how to troubleshoot when the protective functions, fault trips, warning signals, or a
fault occurs while operating the inverter. If the inverter does not work as expected after following the
suggested troubleshooting steps, please contact the LSIS Customer Service Center.

2.1 Trips and Warnings

The Inverter will stop operating or send out a warning signal when it detected a fault. The keypad
will show brief information of the trip and warning signal. If the model is using the LCD keypad, the
LCD will show detailed information.
Up to 5 failures can be saved and can be found in code Pr.91. When there are more than 2 trips, the
keypad display will show in the order of priority. The LCD will show in the order the fault occurred.
Failure history is saved by either resetting the Inverter or when the inverter turns off due to low
voltage failure. If the number of failures exceeds 5, the last 5 messages will be deleted automatically.

The following is how the fault conditions are categorized:

• Level: After the fault is corrected, the trip or warning signal disappears. The fault is not saved in
the fault history.
• Latch: After the fault is corrected, the trip or warning signal disappears once the Inverter is reset.
• Fatal: After the fault is corrected, the trip or warning signal disappears when conducted the
following procedure. Turn off the Inverter and wait until the charge indicator light goes off. Then,
turn on the Inverter. If the Inverter still failed, please contact the supplier or LS ELECTRIC
Customer Service Center.

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2.1.1 Failure/Warning List

The following table shows a list of faults and warning signals that can occur while operating G100.

Category KPD Display Details Page

oct (Over Current1)

Trip from overcurrent P. 21

ovt ((Over Voltage)

Trip from overvoltage P. 22

ext (External Trip)

Trip from external signals -

ntc (NTC Open)

Trip from temperature sensors P. 25

oc2 (Over Current2)

Trip from ARM short current P. 22

opt (Option Trip-x*)

Option Trip * -

oht (Over Heat)

Inverter overheat P. 24

pot (Out Phase Open)

Trip from output phase open P. 23

ipo (In Phase Open)

Trip from input phase open P. 23

iol (Inverter OLT)

Critical Latch Trip from Inverter Overload P. 21

gft (Ground Trip**)

Trip from ground fault ** P. 22

fan (Fan Trip)

Trip from fan operation P. 24

eth (E-Thermal)
Trip from overheat of motor P. 20

pid (Pre-PID Fail)

Trip due to Pre-PID failure -

iot (IO Board Trip)

Trip from IO Board connection P. 24

xbr (Ext-Brake)
Trip from External brake -

nmt (No Motor Trip)

Trip due to no motor -

lv2 (Low Voltage2)

Low voltage during operation -

otd1 (Over torque trip1)

Trip from Over torque 1

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Category KPD Display Details Page

utd1 (Under torque trip1)

Trip from Under torque 1

(Over torque trip2)

otd2 Trip from Over torque 2

(Under torque trip2)

utd2 Trip from Under torque 2 -

lvt (Low Voltage)

Trip due to low voltage P. 23

Level bx (BX)
Trip from Emergency stop -

lor (Lost Command)

Trip from lost command -

hwt eep (EEP Err)

External memory error P. 20

hwt adc (ADC Off

Fatal
Set) Analog input error P. 20

(Watch
hwt wdog Trip from CPU watchdog P. 20
Dog)

olt (Over Load)

Trip from Motor overload P. 20
Minor Failure
ult (Under Load)
Trip from Motor under load P. 20

lcw (Lost Command)

Warning for lost command -

olw (Over Load)

Warning for Motor overload -

(Under Load)
ulw Warning for Motor under load -

iolw (Inverter OLT)

Warning for Inverter overload -

fanw (Fan Warning)

Warning Warning for fan operation -

dbw (DB Warn %ED)

Warning for braking resistance % -

trer (Retry Tr Tune)

Warning for TR turning retrial

(Fan Exchange)
efan Warning for fan exchange

oh (Overheat Pre
Warning for Inverter overheat
Alarm)
* ONLY OCCURS WHEN USING THE OPTION BOARD.
** The Ground Trip (GFT) feature is not provided in products under 4.0 kW except for 4.0 kW 200 V and

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2.2 kW 200 V. An over current trip (OCT) or over voltage trip (OVT) may occur during low resistance
grounding.

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2.1.2 Troubleshooting Fault Trips

Refer to the following tables for solutions to fault trips or warnings.

Keypad Display Type Description

Occurs when the motor load exceeds the value that was set
olt Overload Trip Latch for the motor overload trip. Operation will resume after
setting Pr.20 at a value other than 0.
Cause Solution

The load is greater than the motor’s

Replace the motor and inverter with models that have increased capacity.
rated capacity.

The set value for the overload trip level

Increase the set value for the overload trip level.
(Pr.21) is too low.

Keypad Display Type Description

Occurs when the motor load is less than the value that was
ult Underload Trip Latch set for the motor underload level. Operation will resume after
setting Pr.27 at a value other than 0.
Cause Solution

There is a motor-load connection

Replace the motor and inverter with models with lower capacity.
problem.

The set value for underload level

(Pr.29, Pr.30) is less than the system’s Reduce the set value for the underload level.
minimum load.

Keypad Display Type Description

Occurs depending on the inverse time (delay) to prevent
eth Electric
Latch overheat of the motor due to overload. Operation will resume
Thermal
after setting Pr.40 at a value other than 0.
Cause Solution

The motor has overheated. Reduce the load or operation frequency.

The inverter load is greater than the

Replace the inverter with a model that has increased capacity.
rated capacity.

The set value for electronic thermal

Set an appropriate electronic thermal prevention (ETH) level.
protection is too low.

The inverter has been operated at low Replace the motor with a model that supplies extra power to the cooling
speed for an extended duration. fan.

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Keypad Display Type Description

It is an inverse time (delay) protective function to protect
(prevent) the inverter from being overheated. Occurs when
iol Inverter
Latch the output current is 150% of its rated current for 1 minute,
Overload Trip
and 200% for 4 seconds. The second condition (200%, 4 s)
varies depending on the inverter capacity.
Cause Solution

The load is greater than the motor’s

Replace the motor and inverter that has a bigger capacity.
rated capacity.

Refer to 3.1.4 Check Input/Output Module to identify the fault cause of

There is a fault with the output
the output module (IGBT). DO NOT operate the inverter. Contact the
module (IGBT).
retailer or the LS ELECTRIC customer service center.

The brake of the motor is too fast Change the time interval of the brake

The torque boost level is too high. Reduce the torque boost level.

Acc/Dec time is too short compared

Increase Acc/Dec time.
to the load inertia (GD2).

There is too much noise. Decrease the carrier frequency value.

Keypad Display Type Description

oct Overcurrent Occurs when the Inverter output current exceeds 200% of the
Latch
Trip rated current

Cause Solution

Acc/Dec time is too short, compared to

Increase Acc/Dec time.
load inertia (GD2).

The inverter load is greater than the

Replace the inverter with a model that has increased capacity.
rated capacity.

The inverter supplied an output while Operate the inverter after the motor has stopped or use the speed search
the motor was idling. function (Cn.60).

The mechanical brake of the motor is

Check the mechanical brake.
operating too fast.

A ground fault has occurred in the

Check the output wiring.
inverter output wiring.

Check the output wiring as well as the recommended specifications of the

There is a problem in the wiring wiring length, thickness, etc. Make sure that the total cable length
between the inverter and the motor. between the inverter and the motor is less than 200m (50m for motors
rated 3.7kW and lower).

Refer to 3.1.4 Check Input/Output Module to identify the fault cause of the
There is a fault with the output module output module (IGBT).
(IGBT). DO NOT operate the inverter. Contact the retailer or the LS ELECTRIC
Customer Service Center..

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Keypad Display Type Description

oc2 Overcurrent Occurs when the DC circuit in the inverter detects an

Latch
Trip2 excessive short circuit current.
Problem Solution
Acc/Dec time is too short compared
Increase Acc/Dec time.
to the load inertia (GD2).
Output lead is short circuit. Check the output wiring.
There is a problem in the wiring Check the output wiring as well as the recommended specifications
between the inverter and the motor. of the wiring length, thickness, etc. Replace it if necessary.
Refer to 3.1.4 Check Input/Output Module to identify the fault cause
There is a fault with the output
of the output module (IGBT). DO NOT operate the inverter. Contact
module (IGBT).
the retailer or the LSIS Customer Service Center.

Keypad Display Type Description

Occurs when there is excessive current than the specific value
gft Ground fault
Latch due to a ground fault in the output. The ground fault detection
Trip
current is different per inverter capacity.
Cause Solution

Ground fault occurred in the output Separate the output wiring and check whether the ground fault is
lead. present. Remove the ground fault.

There is a problem in the wiring Check the output wiring as well as the recommended specifications
between the inverter and the motor. of the wiring length, thickness, etc. Replace it if necessary.

The insulation of the motor is

Replace the motor.
damaged.

Keypad Display Type Description

ovt Overvoltage Occurs when voltage rate of the DC circuit is higher than the
Latch
Trip specific value.

Cause Solution

The input voltage is too high. Determine if the input voltage is above the specified value.

The actual DC link voltage is different Need to inspect the Hardware.

from the value on the display. Contact the retailer or the LSIS Customer Service Center.

Deceleration time is too short for the

Increase Acc/Dec time.
load inertia (GD2).

There is a generative load at the

Use the braking unit.
inverter output.

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Keypad Display Type Description

lvt Low Voltage Occurs when the DC circuit voltage is lower than the
Level
Trip specified value.

Cause Solution

The input voltage is too low. Determine if the input voltage is below the specified value.

The actual DC link voltage is different Need to inspect the Hardware.

from the value on the display. Contact the retailer or the LS ELECTRIC Customer Service Center.

There are blackout accidents. Use speed search function (Cn.70).

There is a problem with the input (R,

Rewire.
S, T) wiring.
The magnetic contactor connected to
the power source has a faulty Replace the magnetic contactor.
connection.
A load greater than the power capacity
is connected to the system (e.g., a Increase the power capacity.
welder, direct motor connection, etc.).

Keypad Display Type Description

ipo In Phase Occurs when one of the three input phases is phase open.
Latch
Open Operation will resume after setting Pr.05 bit 2 to 1.

Cause Solution

The magnetic contactor on the input

Check the magnetic contactor on the input side.
side has a connection fault.

The input wiring is faulty. Check the input wiring.

The DC link capacitor needs to be Replace the DC link capacitor. Contact the retailer or the LS ELECTRIC
replaced. customer service center.

Keypad Display Type Description

pot Out Phase Occurs when one of the three output phases is phase open.
Latch
Open Operation will resume after setting Pr.05 bit 1 to 1.

Cause Solution

There is a problem with the magnetic

Check the magnetic contactor on the input side.
contactor in the output.

The output wiring is faulty. Check the output wiring.

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Keypad Display Type Description

oht Occurs when the temperature of the heat sink exceeds the
Overheat Trip Latch
specific value.

Cause Solution

There is a problem with the cooling Check whether there are any external substances (dust, etc.) in the
system. air inlet, outlet or vent.

The cooling fan has been operating

Change the cooling fan. (Refer to 3.1.5 Replace cooling fan)
for a long time

The ambient temperature is too high. Keep the ambient temperature below 50℃.

Keypad Display Type Description

fan Occurs when there is a problem with the cooling fan.

Fan Trip Latch
Set Pr.79 to 0 to activate fan trip.

Cause Solution

There are external substances

Remove the external substances.
blocking the air vent.

The cooling fan needs to be

Change the cooling fan. (Refer to 3.1.5 Replace cooling fan)
replaced.

Keypad Display Type Description

iot
hold Occurs when the I/O Board or the communication card is not
IO Board Trip Latch
(or poorly) connected to the inverter.
errc

Cause Solution

There is a communication problem

with the loader that is connected to Check whether the communications line is properly connected.
the inverter and the remote loader.

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Keypad Display Type Description

Occurs when the inverter detects fault in the
memory(EEPRom),analog-digital converter output( ADC Off
set), CPU watchdog(Watch Dog-1, Watch Dog-2).
hwt Hardware Trip Fatal - EEP Err: Problem with reading and writing parameters due
to keypad or memory(EEPRom) fault.
- ADC Off Set: Problem with the current detective devices
(U/V/W terminal, current sensors, etc.)

ntc Occurs when there is a problem with the thermal (detecting)

NTC Trip Latch
sensors in IGBT.

Cause Solution

Hardware inspection is needed. Contact the retailer or the LS ELECTRIC customer service center.

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2.2 Troubleshooting Other Faults

Refer to the following tables for solutions other than fault trips or warnings.

Setting parameters is not working.

Problem Solution
Stop the inverter and change to program mode and set
The inverter is operating (inverter mode).
the parameters.
Check the correct parameter access level and set the
The parameter access level is incorrect.
parameter.
Check the password and disable the parameter lock by
The password is incorrect.
setting UL(unlock). Then set the parameter.
Check the power input to resolve the low voltage problem.
Low voltage is detected.
Then set the parameter.

The motor does not rotate.

Problem Solution
The setting of the operation command source is
Check the setting of the operation command source.
incorrect.
There is no power supplied to the R/S/T
Check the connections of R/S/T and U/V/W terminals.
terminals.
The charge lamp is turned off. Turn on the inverter.

The operation command (RUN) is off. Turn on the operation command (RUN).

The motor is locked. Unlock the motor or lower the load level.

The load is too high. Operate the motor independently.

There is an input on the emergency stop signal. Reset the emergency stop signal.
The wiring for the control circuit terminal is
Check the wiring for the control circuit terminal.
incorrect.
The input option for the frequency command is
Check the input option for the frequency command.
incorrect.
The input voltage or current for the frequency Check the input voltage and current for the frequency
command is incorrect. command.
The PNP/NPN mode is selected incorrectly. Check the PNP/NPN mode.
Check the frequency command value and set the
The frequency command value is too low.
command that is above minimum frequency.
The [STOP/RESET] was pressed. The motor was stopped normally so run the inverter.
Change the operation modes (V/F, IM Sensorless). If the
The motor torque is too low. fault remains, replace the inverter that has bigger
capacity.

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The motor rotates in the opposite direction to the command.

Problem Solution
The wiring of the motor output cable is Check whether the output side is wired correctly to the
incorrect. phase (U/V/W) of the motor.
The rotation signal connection between the
control circuit terminal (forward/reverse
Check the forward/reverse rotation wiring.
rotation) and the forward/reverse rotation
control panel is incorrect.

The motor only rotates in one direction.

Problem Solution
Release/Remove the reverse rotation prevention setting
Reverse rotation prevention is selected.
and resume operation.
The reverse rotation signal is not input even Check the input signal associated with the 3-wire
though the 3-wire sequence was selected. operation.

The motor is overheating.

Problem Solution

Reduce the load. Increase the Acc/Dec time.

The load is too high. Check the motor specifics and set to the correct values.

Replace the motor and inverter appropriate to load

capacity.
The ambient temperature of the motor is too
Lower the ambient temperature.
high.
Use the motor that can withstand phase-to-phase voltage
surges, greater than the maximum surge voltage.
The phase-to-phase voltage of the motor is
Only use motors suitable for inverter applications.
insufficient.
Connect the AC reactor to the inverter output (Set the
carrier frequency to 2kHz in code Cn.04).
The motor fan stopped. / The external Check the motor fan and remove any external substances
substances are inside/blocking the fan. (dust, debris, etc.).

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The motor stopped when accelerated or connected to load.

Problem Solution

Reduce the load.

The load is too high.
Replace the motor and inverter appropriate to inverter
capacity.

The motor does not accelerate. / The acceleration time is too long.

Problem Solution

The frequency command is too low. Change the setting accordingly.

Reduce the load. Increase the acceleration time.

The load is too high.
Check the status of the mechanical brake.
The acceleration time is too long. Change the setting accordingly.

The properties of the motor and inverter

Change the parameters of the motor.
parameters are incorrect.
The stall prevention level during acceleration is
Change the stall prevention level.
low.
The stall prevention level during operation is
Change the stall prevention level.
low.
Change to vector control operation mode. If the fault still
Starting torque is insufficient.
exists, replace the inverter that has a bigger capacity.

Motor speed changes during operation.

Problem Solution
Replace the motor and inverter that has a bigger
There is high variance in the load.
capacity.
The input voltage changes. Reduce the input voltage variance (standard deviation).
The motor speed changes at a specific
Adjust the output frequency to avoid resonance.
frequency.

The motor rotation is different from the setting.

Problem Solution

The V/F pattern is set incorrectly. Set a V/F pattern suitable for motor specification.

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The deceleration time is too long even with the Dynamic Breaking resistor connected to the
motor.

Problem Solution

The deceleration time is set too long. Change the setting accordingly.

If there is no problem with motor parameters, this is due

The motor torque is insufficient. to motor capacity. Replace the motor with a bigger
capacity.
The load is higher than the internal torque limit
Replace the inverter with a bigger capacity.
(based on the rated current) of the inverter.

It is difficult to operate at under load applications.

Problem Solution

The carrier frequency is too high. Reduce the carrier frequency in code Cn.04.

Inaccurate V/F value at low speed caused over-

Reduce the torque boost value to avoid over-excitation.
excitation.

The control unit is not working or noise is generated when the inverter is in operation.

Problem Solution

Reduce the carrier frequency in code Cn.04.

The switching inside the inverter caused noise.
Install a micro surge filer in the inverter output.

The earth leakage breaker is activated when the inverter is in operation.

Problem Solution

Connect the inverter to the ground terminal.

Check the ground resistance is less than 100 Ω for 200V

and less than 10 Ω for 400V inverters.
The earth leakage breaker is activated due to Check the capacity of the leakage breaker and connect
leaking current from the inverter. properly based on the rated current of the inverter.

Reduce the carrier frequency in code Cn.04.

Make the cable length between the inverter and the motor
as short as possible.

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The motor vibrates intensely and does not rotate normally.

Problem Solution

Check the input voltage and stabilize the voltage.

The phase-to-phase voltage of 3-phase power
source is not balance.
Check and test the insulation of the motor.

The motor makes humming or loud noises.

Problem Solution
There is resonance between the motor’s
Slightly change the carrier frequency in code Cn.04.
natural frequency and the carrier frequency.

Slightly increase or decrease the carrier frequency.

There is resonance between the motor’s
natural frequency and the inverter’s output
frequency. Use the frequency jump function to avoid the frequency band
where resonance occurs.

The motor vibrates / hunts.

Problem Solution
Change the input filter time constant (In.07) if there are
The frequency input demand was externally set
interferences in the frequency command due to noise
to analog command.
from the analog input side.
Make sure that the total cable length between the inverter
The wiring between the motor and inverter is
and the motor is less than 665ft (200m).
too long.
(165ft (50m) for motors rated 4.0kW and lower).

The motor does not stop completely when the inverter output stopped.

Problem Solution

Adjust the DC braking parameter.

The motor cannot decelerate sufficiently due to
Increase the set value for DC braking current.
malfunction of the DC braking.
Increase the set value for the DC braking stopping time.

Free run stop was selected. Change the stopping method to decelerating.

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The output frequency does not reach the target frequency.

Problem Solution
The target frequency is within the jump Set the target frequency higher than the jump frequency
frequency range. range.
The target frequency is higher than the upper Set the upper limit of the frequency command higher than
limit of the frequency command. the target frequency.
The stall prevention function is not working due
Replace the inverter with a bigger capacity.
to high load.

The cooling fan does not rotate.

Problem Solution
The control parameter for the cooling fan is set
Check the control parameter settings for the cooling fan.
incorrectly.

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3 Maintenance
This chapter covers regular inspections for different time periods, how to replace the cooling fan,
and how to properly store and dispose Inverters. The surrounding environment highly affects the
conditions of the inverters. Meaning, improper management will wear down the components and
lead to malfunction. In order to prevent this from happening, please follow the recommended
maintenance guidelines in this section.

Caution
 Read all safety instructions in this manual before inspecting the product.
 Make sure the power is off before cleaning the product.
 Clean the inverters with dry cloths. Using wet cloths, water, solvents, or detergents may lead
to electric shock or damage to the product.

3.1 Regular Inspection List

3.1.1 Daily Inspections
Part Category Check points Method Standard Equipment
Is the ambient
temperature and Temperature:
humidity Refer to 1.3 10~40℃.
appropriate within Thermometer,
Ambient Installation &
the range? hygrometer,
environment Wiring in the
Humidity: recorder
Is there any dust or User Manual
substances Below 50%
nearby?
All
Is there any
Complete Visual
unusual vibration or All clear
Inverter inspection
noise?
Voltage ratings
Refer to 11.1 Input
Are the input/output between R/S/T
Power and Output Digital multimeter /
voltages in the phases in the
voltage standards in the Analog tester
normal range? inverter’s
User Manual
terminal block

Is there any
internal leakage?
Input/Output Smoothing Visual
All clear -
circuit capacitor Is the condenser inspection
swollen (change in
shape)?
Check by
Is there any rotating the fan
Cooling
Cooling fan unusual vibration or manually when Rotate smoothly -
system
noise? the system is
turned off

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Check the
Measuring Is the display value Check the rated, Voltmeter,
Display display value
device normal? managerial value ammeter, etc.
on the panel

Is there any
Visual
unusual vibration or
inspection
noise?
Motor All All clear -
Is there any Check for
unusual smell overheat or
(odor)? damage

3.1.2 Annual Inspections

Part Category Check points Method Standard Equipment
Disconnect the
inverter wirings
and short
R/S/T/U/V/W
terminals.
Megger test
Measure each
(between
terminal to the
input/output Above 5MΩ
ground
terminals and earth
terminal using
terminal)
a Megger.
All (Refer to 3.1.4 DC 500V Megger
Check
Input/Output
Module)
Are there any
Tighten all
loose parts in the
screws
device?
All clear
Are there any
Visual
Input/Output evidence of
circuit overheat? inspection

Are there any

Conductor corroded cables?
Visual
Connections All clear -
/Cables
Is there any inspection
damage on the
wire clothing?
Terminal Is there any Visual
All clear -
block damage? inspection
Measure
Smoothing Measure with Above 85% of the
electrostatic Capacity meter
condenser capacity meter rated capacity
capacity
Is there any
Visual
chattering noise
inspection
during operation?
Relay All clear -
Is there any
Visual
damage on the
inspection
contacts?

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Part Category Check points Method Standard Equipment

Is there any
Visual
damage on the All clear
inspection
resistors? Digital multimeter /
Resistors
Remove one Must be within ±10% Analog tester
Check
side and of the rated
disconnection
measure resistance
Measure Phase-to-phase
Check imbalance voltage balance:
voltage
of output voltage
between output Within 4V for 200V
during operation
terminal U/V/W Within 8V for 400V
Control /
Check Test inverter Digital multimeter /
Protection Is there any error
operation output DC Voltemeter
circuit in the display Circuit must work
protection at
circuit after the according to the
both short and
sequence sequence
open circuit
protection test?
conditions
Are there any
Cooling Tighten all
Cooling fan loose parts around All clear -
system screws
the fan?
Check the
Specified values and Voltmeter
Display Is the display value command
Display manageable values
device normal? values on the Ammeter
must match
display device

3.1.3 Bi-Annual Inspections

Part Category Check points Method Standard Equipment
Megger test Disconnect the
(between cables for
Insulation terminals
Motor input/output Above 5MΩ DC 500V Megger
resistors
terminals and earth U/V/ W and
terminal) test the wiring

Caution
Do not run the Megger (Insulation Resistance Test) on the control circuit as it may lead to
damage to the product.

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3.1.4 Check Input/Output Module

How to check the diode module and IGBT module (0.4~7.5kW)

Testing method
1) Disconnect all power cables (R,S,T) and motor output cables (U,V,W).
2) Before testing, check the discharge of electrolytic capacitor (DCP-DCN).
3) When the circuit is open, DMM will indicate high resistance (several MΩ). In some situations, the DMM
may display a closed circuit (low resistance) and then show high resistance due to the capacitors.
When the circuit is closed, the DMM shows resistance of several hundred kΩ or less.
4) Displayed values may not be constant as it depends on the module and tester type. The value
measured between the phases is acceptable if the standard deviation is approximately ±10%.

Test Polarity Test Polarity

Module Check Value Module Check Value
+ - + -
R P Closed R N Open
D1 D4
P R Open N R Closed
S P Closed S N Open
Diode D2 D5
P S Open N S Closed
T P Closed T N Open
D3 D6
P T Open N T Closed
U P Closed U N Open
Tr1 Tr4
P U pen N U Closed
V P Closed V N Open
IGBT Tr3 Tr6
P V Open N V Closed
W P Closed W N Open
Tr5 Tr2
P W Open N W Closed

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 Example) Checking diode module and IGBT module

Checking Diode D2

1) Measure the resistance of D2 by placing the red lead (positive terminal of DMM) on S phase and
the black lead (negative terminal of DMM) on P.
 If the resistance indicated on DMM is several hundred kΩ or less, it is acceptable

2) Measure the resistance of D2 by placing the red lead from the positive terminal of DMM on P
and the black lead from negative terminal of DMM on S phase.
 If the resistance indicated on DMM is MΩ, it is acceptable.

3) Measure the resistance of other diodes in the same way.

Caution
Before testing, check the discharge of electrolytic capacitor (DCP-DCN).

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Checking IGBT Tr6

1) Measure the resistance of Tr6 by placing the red lead (positive terminal of DMM) on N and the
black lead (negative terminal of DMM) on V phase.
 If the resistance indicated on DMM is several hundred kΩ or less, it is acceptable.
2) Measure the resistance of Tr6 by placing the read lead (positive terminal of DMM) on V phase
and the black lead (negative terminal of DMM) on N.
 If the DMM indicates several MΩ, it is acceptable.
3) Measure the resistance of other Tr in the same way.

Caution
Before testing, check the discharge of electrolytic capacitor (DCP-DCN).

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3.1.5 Replace Cooling Fan

If the inverter continued to operate after the cooling fan trip took place, a protective function will be
activated due to overheat in the cooling fan. Increase in temperature may reduce the lifespan of
major components. Make sure to solve the problem in the cooling fan before operating the inverter.
If the cooling fan has been operating longer than its (optimal) replacement period, this may lead to
low performance of the inverter or the cause of inverter failure. The replacement period of the cooling
fans is 3 years. Replace the old cooling fans with the new one.
The instruction replacing the cooling fan is categorized by capacity as shown in the table below.

Capacity
0.4~4.0 kW
5.5~7.5 kW

Replacement of 0.4kW~4kW

1) Remove the fan cover by pressing the hook located by the arrow.

2) Disconnect the fan wire and remove the fan from the inverter.

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Replacement of 5.5~22kW

1) Remove the fan cover by pressing the hook located by the arrow.

2) Disconnect the fan wire and remove the fan from the inverter.

Caution
 Turn off the inverter before replacing the fan. There is a possibility of an electric shock due to
the charge voltage. Wait until the inverter is fully discharged to replace the fan. (The time to
discharge varies per capacity, in average 1~3 minutes after turning off the inverter).
 Make sure the fan wire and connect is not touching the blades. If touched it leads to
malfunction of the inverter. Make sure the inverter is completely turned off before cleaning.
 After replacing the fan, assemble the fan. Before using the inverter, turn on the inverter and
check the condition of the fan by its motion.
 Be careful of the direction of the fan.

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3.2 Storage and Disposal

3.2.1 Storage
Store the products in the following conditions listed below (if not used for a long period of time).
 Store the product in the same appropriate environmental conditions as in operation.
 If the product will be stored more than 3 months, keep the ambient temperature between -
10℃~30℃ to prevent degradation of the electrolytic capacitor.
 The products should not be exposed to snow, rain, fog and dust.
 When packing the inverter, include a dehumidifier (e.g. silica gel) to keep the ambient
temperature inside the package below 70% and prevent in contact with moisture.
 If the products will be left in a humid or dusty environment (construction sites or control panel)
separate the products in a location that has the same appropriate environmental conditions as
in operation.

3.2.2 Disposal
Categorize the inverters as general industrial waste when disposing the product. Note that there are
recyclable raw materials in the product, such as packing materials and metalwork. For the sake of
conservation of energy and resources, recycle whenever possible. Depending on the country, plastic
may be recyclable. Please check the local environmental regulations for more details.

Caution
Capacitors lose their charging characteristics if not operated for a long time. In order to prevent
this from happening, turn on the product and allow the device to operate for 30~60 minutes once
a year. Note that operation should be conducted under no-load conditions.

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