ABB ACS580 Error Code E218

ABB PLC & VFD Minor Communication

Model: ACS580 | Code: E218

Applicable Systems
AC500 AC590 ACS580 ACS880

Symptoms

AC500 PLC communication warning detected.

Possible Causes

  • AC500 communication cable fault
  • Communication parameter mismatch
  • EMI on communication line

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Check AC500 communication cable
    Cable intact and securely connected
  2. Step 2: Verify communication parameters match drive and PLC
    Parameters consistent
  3. Step 3: Inspect for EMI sources near communication cable
    No interference sources

How to Reset

Reset via control panel after communication is restored.

Related ABB Fault Codes

Source: ABB ACS580 Firmware Manual

Category: PLC & VFD