Below is a breakdown of the most common VFD fault codes and what they typically mean: 1. CE – Communication ErrorThere are 2 kinds of over current trips and to find out which one you will need to check the sub codes in fault history. A sub code S1 is a hardware trip. 5-4 times the CT rating of the drive. Once a fault is detected, the corresponding protective functions will be activated. The. A Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) is a smart controller for electric motors. Like any electronic system, it can run into problems. These are short messages or numbers that act like “error signals,” pointing to the specific. This Drives Troubleshooting Guide walks you through the most common issues that drives present, their causes, and how to solve them. Whether it powers a motor on a production line, pump station, or HVAC system, every second offline can cost time and money.
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