ABB ACH550 Error 3: DEV OVERTEMP

AC drive · taken from the manufacturer’s manual, pages cited

Fault code3

DEV OVERTEMP means the drive heatsink is overheated due to fan failure, obstructions, dust, ambient heat, or excessive load. The manual's first action is: “R1...R4 & R7/R8: 115 °C (239 °F) R5/R6: 125 °C (257 °F). Check for and correct: Fan failure. Obstructions in the air flow. Dirt or dust coating on the heat sink. Excessive ambient temperature. Excessive motor load.”

Model
ABB ACH550
Display shows
DEV OVERTEMP (3)
Type
Fault code
Source
Manual p. 24

What 3 means

DEV OVERTEMP p. 24

Common causes

  • Drive heatsink is overheated. Temperature is at or above limit. p. 24

What to do

  1. R1...R4 & R7/R8: 115 °C (239 °F) R5/R6: 125 °C (257 °F). Check for and correct: Fan failure. Obstructions in the air flow. Dirt or dust coating on the heat sink. Excessive ambient temperature. Excessive motor load. p. 24

Before you service the product, read the safety instructions in the manual p. 2.

If 3 is still not resolved

  • contact the factory or your local Authorized Service Center for repair or replacement. p. 2
    “Never attempt to repair a malfunctioning ACH550; contact the factory or your local Authorized Service Center for repair or replacement.”

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