
Rockwell Automation Publication 150-UM009E-EN-P - August 2021
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Chapter
4
Troubleshooting
Introduction
The following topics are designed to assist in the troubleshooting and
maintenance of the SMC™ controller. The items mentioned in this section are
not intended to be all-inclusive and it is expected that these items should be
used as reference only.
For safety of maintenance personnel as well as others who might be exposed to
electrical hazards associated with maintenance activities, follow the local
safety related work practices (such as NFPA 70E, Part II in the United States).
Maintenance personnel must be trained in the safety practices, procedures,
and requirements that pertain to their respective job assignments.
Diagnostics Indication
The LED status indicator on the front of the product provides limited status
information regarding the condition of the controller. The conditions are as
follows:
•
LED Off — No control power or start command given.
•
LED On — The device is active with starting, running, or stopping.
•
LED Flashes — A fault has been experienced. Refer to table below for
additional explanation.
SHOCK HAZARD:
Hazardous voltage is present in the motor circuit even when
the 150-E controller is off. To avoid shock hazard, disconnect the main power
before working on the controller, motor, and control devices (such as Start-
Stop push buttons). Procedures that require parts of the equipment to be
energized during troubleshooting, testing, etc., must be performed by properly
qualified personnel, using appropriate local safety work practices and
precautionary measures.
ATTENTION:
Disconnect the controller from the motor before measuring
insulation resistance (IR) of the motor windings. Voltages used for insulation
resistance testing can cause SCR failure. Do not make any measurements on
the controller with an IR tester (megger).
Table 18 - LED Fault Indication & Diagnostics
Flashes
Fault Type
Possible Fault Explanations
Possible Solutions
1
Overload
• Motor overload condition present.
• FLA dial adjustment is not matched to motor type.
• Check for motor overload condition.
• Verify actual motor current does not exceed FLA.
• Verify/reset the FLA dial adjustment.
• Program/modify the overload setting for load or duty cycle required.
2
Overtemperature
• Controller ventilation blocked.
• Controller duty cycle exceeded.
• Cooling fan not working.
• Ambient temperature exceeded.
• Failed control module.
• Over-current condition with Overload disabled.
• Check for proper ventilation.
• Verify duty cycle.
• Connect or replace cooling fan.
• Wait for controller to cool or provide external cooling.
• Replace control module.
3
Phase Reversal
• Incoming supply voltage is not the expected sequence.
• Check power wiring.
• Adjust dip switch #9 for desired sequence.