Rockwell Automation PowerFlex 400 FRN 4.xx Error F8: Heatsink OverTemp(1)

PowerFlex 400 FRN 4.xx · taken from the manufacturer’s manual, pages cited

Fault codeF8

Heatsink OverTemp(1) means the heat sink is blocked or dirty, or ambient temperature exceeds limits for the installation type. The manual lists no action for this code.

Model
Rockwell Automation PowerFlex 400 FRN 4.xx
Display shows
Heatsink OverTemp(1) (F8)
Type
Fault code
Source
Manual p. 25

What F8 means

Heatsink OverTemp(1) p. 25

Common causes

  • Check for blocked or dirty heat sink fins. Verify that ambient temperature has not exceeded 40°C (104°F) for IP30NEMA 1/UL Type 1 installations or 50°C (122°F) for Open type installations. p. 25

If F8 is still not resolved

The manual gives no further instruction for this code. Open the code table in the PDF or contact Rockwell Automation service.

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