Frequently asked questions
What causes an overcurrent fault or OCF code for ATV61 and ATV71 drive?
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22 July 2022
Issue:Getting a overcurrent fault (OCF) on ATV61 or ATV71 drive.
Product Line:
ATV61, ATV71
Environment:
All
Cause:
OCF fault trips when the drive hardware current limitation is reached.
Resolution:
Check that the menu 1.4 Motor Control settings for motor frequency, voltage, current and speed all match motor nameplate.
Check for high inertia or load that is too large.
Check for mechanical blockage.
Monitor the motor current while running under Menu 1.2 Monitoring to see if the motor current is higher than normal.