Danfoss VFD

Alarm 15 – Earth fault

Ground fault detected

Details

Drive detected current leakage to ground indicating insulation failure.

Error typealarm
MeaningEarth fault
Typical causesMotor insulation failure cable damage moisture
SolutionsCheck motor and cable insulation verify connections are dry replace damaged components
Severitycritical

Catalog references

Vendor Information

DanfossAlarm 15

Utilities

Troubleshooting Steps

Troubleshooting steps

Check motor and cable insulation verify connections are dry replace damaged components

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FAQ

Common questions

Is the motor safe to use?

Not until insulation is repaired. Ground faults can cause serious damage.

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