Earth Fault detection is enabled to monitor for ground faults in motor or cable wiring, with configurable response options. The manual's first action is: “See also parameter 3028 WIRING FAULT and 3023 EARTH FAULT LVL. Note: Disabling earth fault (ground fault) may void the warranty. 0 = DISABLE – No drive response to ground faults. 1 = ENABLE – Ground faults display fault 16 (EARTH FAULT), and (if running) the drive coasts to stop.”
- Model
- ABB ACS550-01 / ACS550-U1
- Display shows
- EARTH FAULT (3017)
- Type
- Fault code
- Source
- Manual p. 150
What 3017 means
EARTH FAULT p. 150
Common causes
- Defines the drive response if the drive detects a ground fault in the motor or motor cables. The drive monitors for ground faults while the drive is running, and while the drive is not running. p. 150
What to do
- See also parameter 3028 WIRING FAULT and 3023 EARTH FAULT LVL. Note: Disabling earth fault (ground fault) may void the warranty. 0 = DISABLE – No drive response to ground faults. 1 = ENABLE – Ground faults display fault 16 (EARTH FAULT), and (if running) the drive coasts to stop. p. 150
Before you service the product, read the safety instructions in the manual p. 6.
If 3017 is still not resolved
- contact your local ABB representative for replacement p. 6 “Never attempt to repair a malfunctioning drive; contact your local ABB representative for replacement.”
- For more technical information, contact your local ABB representative. p. 7 “For more technical information, contact your local ABB representative.”
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