What can cause an EPFI [External Error] fault on an ATV340 and how do I correct it?
Issue:
Customer is experiencing an EPFI fault on their ATV340 series drive.
Product line:
ATV340
Environment:
All
Cause:
Resolution:
Review the External Error assignment in the Error/Warning handling menu. If EtF [Ext Error Assign} is set to anything other than No:not assigned (default), investigate the assigned input or bit to see what is triggering the External Error.
If EtF is set to No, the EPF1 is triggered due to a communication issue.
Possible causes include:
https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/NVE61653/
Customer is experiencing an EPFI fault on their ATV340 series drive.
Product line:
ATV340
Environment:
All
Cause:
Event triggered by an wired to a digital input or triggered by a bit via communication network.
An external error has been triggered via Embedded Ethernet.
Resolution:
Review the External Error assignment in the Error/Warning handling menu. If EtF [Ext Error Assign} is set to anything other than No:not assigned (default), investigate the assigned input or bit to see what is triggering the External Error.
If EtF is set to No, the EPF1 is triggered due to a communication issue.
Possible causes include:
- duplicate IP address on the network
- improper IP address/subnet mask/gateway settings
- FDR (Fast Device Replacement) error
- Incorrect Drive configuration when using ODVA assemblies 20/70 or 21/71
https://www.se.com/ww/en/download/document/NVE61653/
Released for: Schneider Electric Ireland
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