
Operating instructions
A3G500-AD01-58
Translation of the original operating instructions
5. INTEGRATED PROTECTIVE FUNCTIONS
The integrated protective functions cause the motor to switch off
automatically in case of faults described in the table.
Malfunctions
Description / Function of
safety feature
Rotor position detection error
An automatic restart occurs.
Locked rotor
;
After the blockage is
removed, the motor restarts
automatically.
Line under-voltage (mains input
voltage outside of permitted
nominal voltage)
;
If the mains supply voltage
returns to permitted values, the
motor restarts automatically.
6. MAINTENANCE, MALFUNCTIONS, POSSIBLE
CAUSES AND REMEDIES
Do not perform any repairs on your device. Return the device to ebm-
papst for repair or replacement.
WARNING
Terminals and connections have voltage even with a
unit that is shut off
Electric shock
→ Wait five minutes after disconnecting the voltage at all poles
before opening the device.
CAUTION
If control voltage is applied or a speed setpoint is stored,
the motor will restart automatically, e.g. after a mains
failure.
Risk of injury
→ Keep out of the device hazard zone.
→ When working on the device, switch off the mains power
and ensure that it cannot be switched back on.
→ Wait until the device stops.
→ After working on the device, remove any tools used or
other objects from the device.
NOTE
If the device is not operated for a lengthy period in installed
condition in a dry environment, it is to be started up and
operated at full speed for one hour at least every four months. If
the device is not operated for a lengthy period in installed
condition in a damp environment (e.g. outdoors), it is to be
started up and operated at full speed for at least two hours once
a month to move the bearings and allow any condensate that
may have ingressed to evaporate.
Malfunction/error
Possible cause
Possible remedy
Impeller running
roughly
Imbalance in rotating
parts
Clean the device; if
imbalance is still
evident after cleaning,
replace the device.
If you have
attached any weight
clips during cleaning,
make sure to remove
them afterwards.
Motor does not turn
Mechanical blockage
Switch off, de-
energise, and
remove mechanical
blockage.
Mains supply voltage
faulty
Check mains supply
voltage,
restore power
supply,
apply control signal.
Faulty connection
De-energise, correct
connection, see
connection diagram.
Overtemperature of
electronics/motor
Insufficient cooling
Improve cooling. Let
the device cool down.
To reset the error
message, switch off
the mains supply
voltage for a min. of
25 s and switch it on
again.
Thermal overload
protector responded
Allow motor to cool
off, locate and rectify
cause of error, if
necessary cancel
restart lock-out
Ambient temperature
too high
Reduce the ambient
temperature.
Reset by reducing
control input to 0.
Unacceptable
operating point
Correct the operating
point. Let the device
cool down.
If you have any other problems, contact ebm-papst.
6.1 Cleaning
To ensure a long service life, the fans have to be regularly checked for
proper operation and degree of soiling. The frequency of the checks is to
be adapted to the occurrence of soiling.
DANGER
Risk of injury from rotating fan.
→ Only clean when not in motion. Do not disconnect the fan
from the power supply, just switch it off via the control input.
This will prevent start-up of the fan.
;
Dirt deposits on the motor housing could lead to overheating of the
motor.
;
Dirt on the impeller can cause vibration which would shorten the
service life of the fan.
;
Severe vibration could destroy the fan.
;
In such cases immediately switch off and clean the fan.
;
The preferred method of cleaning is dry cleaning, e.g. using
compressed air.
;
Use is never to be made of corrosive cleaning agents!
NOTE
Damage to the device during cleaning
Malfunction possible
Item no. 50607-5-9970 · ENG · Revision 211129 · Release 2020-05-21 · Page 11 / 13
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