ABB ACS580 Fault Codes: What They Mean and How to Fix Them

Understanding ABB ACS580 fault codes helps maintenance technicians identify problems, reduce equipment downtime and prevent further damage. This guide explains the most common ACS580 faults, their likely causes and practical troubleshooting steps, including the frequently encountered Fault 2310 (Overcurrent).

Understanding ABB ACS580 Fault Codes

The ACS580 continuously monitors operating conditions such as motor current, DC bus voltage, drive temperature and the incoming supply. When it detects an abnormal condition, it shows a warning or a fault on its control panel.

• Warning: an abnormal condition that may need attention. The drive can continue operating.
• Fault: a condition that trips the drive and stops normal operation.

Before resetting a fault, record the fault code, the auxiliary code and the operating conditions at the time of the trip. Earlier faults and warnings are stored in the Event log, which you can open from the Menu on the control panel. This history often shows the real cause.

Common ABB ACS580 Fault Codes and Solutions

These are the fault codes technicians meet most often during ACS580 maintenance.

ACS580 Fault 2310: Overcurrent

ACS580 fault 2310 means the drive's output current has gone above its internal fault limit. An ACS580 overcurrent fault can happen while the motor is starting, accelerating or running normally.

Possible causes

• Excessive mechanical load on the motor
• Acceleration time set too short
• Incorrect motor nameplate parameters
• Damaged motor cable or insulation
• Short circuit in the motor winding
• Incorrect motor connections
• Sudden changes in mechanical load
• Internal power electronics problems

How to fix ACS580 fault 2310

• Step 1: Check the motor load. Inspect the driven equipment for blocked pumps, jammed conveyors, seized bearings or excessive mechanical resistance.
• Step 2: Review the acceleration settings. A ramp that is too short pushes up motor current. Acceleration times are in parameter group 23 (speed control) or group 28 (frequency control). Lengthen the ramp to suit the application.
• Step 3: Verify the motor parameters. Compare the motor voltage, current, frequency, power and speed in parameter group 99 with the motor nameplate.
• Step 4: Inspect the motor cables. Check cable connections, insulation and motor terminals for damage or overheating.
• Step 5: Investigate the internal drive components. If external electrical and mechanical problems have been ruled out, the IGBT modules, gate driver circuits and current sensing components need inspection. Our guide on how VFD power stages fail explains what fails inside the drive.

Do not keep resetting the drive without finding the cause. Each repeated overcurrent trip stresses the power stage further.

Other Important ACS580 Faults

Fault 2330: Earth leakage

An earth fault in the motor or motor cable.

Solution: Inspect cable insulation, motor terminals and earth connections. A qualified person should run an insulation resistance test after the equipment is safely isolated.

Fault 2340: Short circuit

A short circuit in the motor or output cable.

Solution: Inspect the motor connections, check cable insulation and test the motor winding. If the external circuit is healthy, the drive's output power stage needs investigation.

Fault 3130: Input phase loss

A problem with the incoming supply.

Solution: Check the incoming phase voltages, fuses, circuit breakers and connections, and correct any missing phase or imbalance.

Fault 3210: DC link overvoltage

DC bus voltage above the permitted limit, often during fast deceleration.

Solution: Lengthen the deceleration time, check the incoming supply, and inspect the braking chopper and resistor if fitted.

Fault 3220: DC link undervoltage

DC bus voltage below the permitted limit, usually because the supply dipped or was lost.

Solution: Check the supply voltage, fuses and input connections. If it trips on a healthy supply, the input rectifier or DC bus capacitors may be failing.

Fault 3381: Output phase loss

One motor phase is not connected or carries no current.

Solution: Check the motor terminals, cable joints and any output contactor or isolator between the drive and the motor.

Fault 4310: Excess temperature

The drive is too hot, from blocked ventilation, failed fans, dirty heatsinks or high ambient temperature.

Solution: Clean ventilation openings and heatsinks, check the cooling fans and make sure the cabinet has enough airflow. This is common in UAE summers.

Fault 5091: Safe torque off

The Safe torque off (STO) function is active.

Solution: Check the safety circuit, STO connections and safety relay, and restore the safety system correctly before restarting. Never bypass safety interlocks.

General ABB ACS580 Troubleshooting Procedure

When an ACS580 trips, work through these steps in order:

• Record the fault: note the fault code, auxiliary code and operating conditions.
• Check the supply: inspect incoming voltage, phases, fuses and connections.
• Inspect the motor: check mechanical load, cable condition and winding insulation.
• Review the parameters: verify motor nameplate data and ramp settings.
• Inspect the cooling: check fans, ventilation and heatsinks.
• Test the drive: after correcting the cause, reset and monitor motor current, temperature and stability.

Electrical isolation and any internal drive inspection must follow ABB safety procedures and be carried out by qualified personnel.

When Does an ABB ACS580 Need Professional Repair?

Some ACS580 faults come from external electrical or mechanical problems; others come from failed components inside the drive. Professional diagnosis is needed when:

• Overcurrent faults continue after the motor and cables have been checked
• The drive trips with no identifiable external cause
• IGBT or gate driver damage is suspected
• The drive keeps overheating despite good ventilation
• Control board or internal power supply problems affect operation

If a drive fails mid-shift, our 4-step emergency protocol explains how to contain the problem while the drive is assessed.

Epoch Technical repairs ACS580 drives at component level at our workshop in Dubai, and inspection is free of cost. See our ABB drive repair page for the ABB models we work on.

Preventive Maintenance Tips

Three checks prevent most ACS580 trips:

• Clean cooling fans, ventilation openings and heatsinks, and replace fans that are noisy or slow.
• Tighten power and control terminals, and inspect motor cables for insulation damage.
• Keep a backup of approved drive parameters and review recurring warnings in the event log.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about ABB ACS580 fault codes.

What does ABB ACS580 Fault 2310 mean?

Fault 2310 is an overcurrent fault: the drive's output current has gone above its internal fault limit.

How do I fix an ACS580 overcurrent fault?

Check the motor load, acceleration time, motor parameters, cable connections and insulation. If the fault continues, the drive needs professional diagnosis.

How do I reset a fault on an ACS580?

Press the Reset soft key on the control panel while the fault is displayed. Reset only after you have found and corrected the cause.

Can I keep resetting an ABB ACS580 fault?

No. Reset once the cause is corrected. Repeated resets without troubleshooting can damage the power stage further.

Why does my ACS580 trip during acceleration?

The usual causes are an acceleration ramp that is too short, too much mechanical load, incorrect motor parameters, or a motor or cable fault.