Hitachi WJ200 Error Code E38

Hitachi PLC & VFD Major Memory

Model: WJ200 | Code: E38

Applicable Systems
WJ200

Symptoms

The WJ200 reports a data backup failure. The parameter backup operation to non-volatile memory did not complete successfully.

Possible Causes

  • Power loss during the EEPROM write cycle
  • EEPROM memory cell degradation due to excessive write cycles
  • Internal data bus error during the backup operation

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Retry the backup operation with stable power in the drive
    Backup completes successfully on retry
  2. Step 2: If the error recurs, reload default parameters and reconfigure
    Parameters are restored to known-good values
  3. Step 3: If the EEPROM is defective, replace the drive unit
    New unit backs up data without errors

How to Reset

To reset: Retry the backup with stable power, then cycle power.

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Source: Hitachi WJ200 Inverter Manual, Hitachi Industrial Equipment

Category: PLC & VFD