Vacon NXP Error Code 12

Vacon PLC & VFD Major Overtemperature

Model: NXP | Code: 12

Applicable Systems
Vacon 100

Symptoms

Drive overtemperature: drive temperature too high.

Possible Causes

  • Cooling fan failure
  • Heatsink clogged
  • Ambient too hot

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Check cooling fan
    Fan running at rated speed
  2. Step 2: Clean heatsink
    Heatsink clean
  3. Step 3: Reduce ambient temperature
    Temperature within rated range

How to Reset

Reset via control panel after temperature normalizes.

Source: Vacon NXP Quick Guide, Danfoss/Vacon

Category: PLC & VFD