Danfoss VLT Alarm 243: Brake IGBT fault

Danfoss Electrical Alarm Drive

Model: VLT 2800 / FC Series | Code: 243

Applicable Systems
FC-302 FC-301

Symptoms

Brake IGBT (insulated gate bipolar transistor) fault.

Possible Causes

  • Brake IGBT fault

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Check brake chopper circuit; replace power unit if IGBT damaged.
    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 FC Series Alarm Codes (agilectrl.com)

Category: Electrical