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SCF1 to SCF5 is a Motor short-circuit fault
The causes could be :
• Short-circuit or earthing at the drive output
• Significant earth leakage current at the drive output if several motors are connected in parallel
To Solve it
• Check the cables connecting the drive to the motor, and the insulation of the motor.
• Reduce the switching frequency.
• Connect chokes in series with the motor.
The causes could be :
• Short-circuit or earthing at the drive output
• Significant earth leakage current at the drive output if several motors are connected in parallel
To Solve it
• Check the cables connecting the drive to the motor, and the insulation of the motor.
• Reduce the switching frequency.
• Connect chokes in series with the motor.
Released for: Schneider Electric Egypt and North East Africa
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