Danfoss VLT Alarm 13: Overcurrent

Danfoss Electrical Alarm/Warning Drive

Model: VLT 2800 / FC Series | Code: 13

Applicable Systems
FC-302 FC-301

Symptoms

Current exceeded inverter peak current limit (~200% of rated output). Alarm persists ~1-2 seconds then drive trips.

Possible Causes

  • Overcurrent

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Turn off drive; check if motor shaft can turn freely; verify motor matches drive rating; check for short circuit.
    Fault resolved after action

How to Reset

Reset by: 1) Correct the fault condition. 2) Press RESET button or cycle power. 3) Verify fault does not recur.

Source: Danfoss VLT 2800 Manual (sinodrive.com)

Category: Electrical