ABB ACH550 Error 3003: DRV CNTACT STUCK

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

Fault code3003

The M1 contactor is stuck and unable to move during power-up or after being commanded to open, indicating a potential mechanical or electronic fault. The manual's first action is: “Disconnect incoming power from unit. Check if contactor armature moves freely. If armature moves freely, then change the RBCU. If armature does not move freely, then change individual contactor (M1) or the complete assembly (RCSA-0x)”

Model
ABB ACH550
Display shows
DRV CNTACT STUCK (3003)
Type
Fault code
Source
Manual p. 66

What 3003 means

DRV CNTACT STUCK p. 66

Common causes

  • M1 contactor indicates it is not prepared to move on a power up check of the contactor or after contact is commanded to open p. 66

What to do

  1. Disconnect incoming power from unit. Check if contactor armature moves freely. If armature moves freely, then change the RBCU. If armature does not move freely, then change individual contactor (M1) or the complete assembly (RCSA-0x) p. 66

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

If 3003 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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