Applicable Systems
Modicon M221
Modicon M241
Modicon M251
Modicon M340
Modicon M580
Altivar
Symptoms
Overcurrent fault: motor current exceeds trip limit.
Possible Causes
- Motor load too high
- Acceleration time too short
- Motor cable short
Troubleshooting Steps
- Step 1: Check motor load
Current within rated range - Step 2: Increase acceleration time
No overcurrent trip - Step 3: Inspect motor cable
Insulation intact
How to Reset
Reset via control panel or auto-reset after repair.
Source: Schneider Electric ATV320 Programming Manual
Category: PLC & VFD