Electrolux Clarus Error Codes

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26 Troubleshooting

Errors with no error codes


This section includes troubleshooting charts for errors for which no error
code is generated.

Errors with error codes

Error indication
1
Programme or machine errors are indicated by an alarm text in the display
window.

1
Alarm text

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Resetting an error indication


Error indications can be reset in two different ways:

1
• By pressing START, the error may be temporarily reset. The machine
then continuous the programme that was already started. If the error
code remains, the error will come back at once.
• By pressing athe error is reset and the started programme is can-
celled.

Error codes
A brief summary of all error codes and the possible cause for each error is
presented below. Troubleshooting charts for all errors are presented on the
following pages.
Troubleshooting 27

List of errors, functions monitored and relevant error messages displayed

Error/Function Error message displayed

01 ERROR. NO WATER
Water level has not reached set level within time set. NO WATER
After this error message appears and the machine is reset,
the machine will try again.

02 ERROR. OPEN DOOR


Signal from microswitch which checks door status absent during program.
After this error message appears and the machine is reset,
the machine will try again. DOOR OPEN

03 ERROR. DOOR LOCK


Signal from microswitch which detects when the door is locked
absent during program. DOOR UNLOCKED

04 ERROR. LOW TEMPERATURE


The temperature is below the lowest value allowed (open circuit in
temperature sensor). NTC LOW TEMP

05 ERROR. HIGH TEMPERATURE


The temperature is above the highest value allowed (short-circuit in
temperature sensor). NTC HIGH TEMP

06 ERROR. WATER IN MACHINE


The water level is higher that the level EMPTY at the start of the program. WATER IN DRUM

07 ERROR. OVER-FILLED
The water level is higher than the ”LEVEL OVERFILL” (i.e. DRUM
OVER-FILLED) level. If this function is switched off (=N), instead the
drain valve will open for a short time and discharge some of the water.
This is described under the function ”DRAIN TIME WHEN OVERFILL”
(i.e. DRAIN TIME AFTER OVER-FILLING) earlier in this section. MACHINE OVER-FILLED

08 ERROR. NO HEAT
The temperature has not increased by the number of degrees specified in
the function ”MIN. TEMPERATURE INCREASE” (see back in this
section), over the period of time specified in the function MAXIMUM
HEATING TIME (see ”SETTINGS 1”). NO HEATING

10 ERROR. REMAINING WATER


When the drain sequence has finished, the water level is still higher than
the EMPTY level. NOT DRAINED

11 ERROR. UNBALANCE SWITCH


The unbalance switch is closed when the machine is starting on a drain
sequence. UNBALANCE SENSOR FAULT

13 ERROR. MOTOR COMMUNICATION


Communication between PCU and motor control unit interrupted or
disturbed. NO MOTOR COMM

14 ERROR. LEVEL ADJUST


Every machine has individual level calibration at the factory. If these
calibration values are missing or fall outside the limit values, an error
warning will be flagged at each program start-up. The program can still be
started, however, by pressing START. It will then use standard (default)
values, which means that the levels will not be as precise as intended. LEVEL CALIBRATION
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List of errors, functions monitored and relevant error messages displayed, cont.

Error/Function Error message displayed

15 ERROR. EMERGENCY STOP


The emergency stop button has been pressed. EMERGENCY STOP

16 ERROR. WEIGHT FROM SCALE


Over-/Under-load of scale or weight above limit for maximum allowed WEIGHT FROM SCALE
weight at wash module start.

17 ERROR. DOOR LOCK SWITCH


Even though the door lock microswitch indicates that the door is locked,
the signal from the microswitch which is used to detect when the door is
closed is absent. DOOR LOCK

18 ERROR. START NOT ALLOWED


Network does not allow programme start. START NOT ALLOWED

19 ERROR. MIS COMMUNICATION


Machine has lost contact with network. MIS COMMUNICATION

20 ERROR. EWD INTERLOCK


The motor control system for frequency-controlled motors (EWD) receives
a signal direct from the door lock which indicates that the door really is
closed. If this signal is lost, a fault signal is sent to the PCU INTERLOCK STATUS

21 ERROR. I/O COMMUNICATION


Communication between the CPU board and one of the I/O boards
interrupted or disturbed. I/O COMMUNICATION

22 ERROR. LOW OIL LEVEL


In machines with an oil lubrication system, indicates low level in the oil
container. LOW OIL LEVEL

23 ERROR. LOW OR HIGH VOLTAGE


Incorrect input voltage to external equipment. PHASE

24 ERROR. PRESSURE SENSORS, TILT


Both pressure sensors are active at the same time. PRESSURE SENSOR TILT

25 ERROR. PRESSURE SENSOR TIMEOUT


No pressure at the relevant pressure sensor within the maximum time
allowed for tilt backwards or forwards. PRESSURE SENSOR TIMEOUT

26 ERROR. DOOR SWITCH, TILT


Door closed (S3) is "on" at a time when the machine door is locked
open (S25).) DOOR SWITCH, TILT

27 ERROR. LEVEL OFFSET


The pressure sensor for the water level signals a value that is so different AUT. LEVEL CALIB.
from the empty machine state that the automatic level calibration cannot
adjust the level system.

28 ERROR. LEVEL NOT CALIBRATED


Calibration of level system not done in service mode before
use of machine.
Troubleshooting 29

List of errors, functions monitored and relevant error messages displayed, cont.

Error/Function Error message displayed

ERROR. ERROR CODES FROM MOTOR


This function includes a number of error warnings from the motor control
system for frequency-controlled motors (EWD)

31 Temperature of MCU control circuits too high HEAT SINK TOO HOT

32 Motor thermal protection has tripped MOTOR TOO HOT

33 The motor has received a start command from the PCU without
receiving an interlock signal from the door lock. The MCU receiving
circuitry for the interlock signal is not faulty NO INTERLOCK

35 Short-circuit between motor windings or to earth. MOTOR SHORTNING

36 Fault in MCU receiving circuitry for lock acknowledgement signal. INTERLOCK HARDWARE

37 DC voltage too low LOW DC VOLTAGE

38 DC voltage too high HIGH DC VOLTAGE

39 DC level varying too much RIPPEL ON DC BUS

40 One phase missing for/at motor control unit LINE INTERRUPT

41 Hardware fault, temperature monitoring, motor KLIXON CIRCUITS


34 Troubleshooting

Errors with no error codes 2


Programme unit card
No indication in the display window (machine
not responding or operates apart from this).

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.
3972

Verify that:
Green LED Red LED
• the machine receives power.
• the machine has not been emergency stop- Green LED
ped.
Red LED
2 • the red LEDs on the programme unit card
and the I/O card light steadily. (Verify through
3
measurement that X3:1 - 2 at A11 is 16 V. If
not, troubleshoot the voltage supply circuit.)
• verify that the green LEDs on the programme
unit card and the I/O card blink quickly.
I/O card 3973

4
• verify the fuses F11 and F12 (T 1.25 A) on the
communication card A21. Replace burnt-out 3
fuses.
1. Perform a communication test using the test X3
box. Refer to the manual ”Instructions for Clarus
Communication Tests”.
OK LED on test box Defective LEDs on test box

Troubleshoot according to
the manual ”Instructions
for Clarus Communication
3973
Tests”.
The display or display cable
is probably defective. 4
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Troubleshooting 35

Errors with error codes 5


X9
NO WATER 1

The water level has not reached the selected


level within the given time. Following an alarm
and subsequent, the machine will make a new
attempt.
First verify that:
• the programme unit was not incorrectly pro-
grammed 3973

• the inlet filter is not blocked Valve Switch Relay

• all water faucets are open Y11 cold/warm compartment 1 X9:7 4


Y12 cold/warm compartment 2 X9:6 5
• the drain is not leaking
Y13 cold/warm compartment 3 X9:5 6
• Reset the error code. Continue with trou- Y15 cold mix box X9:4 7
bleshooting if the error code appears again. Y22 warm compartment 2 X9:2 8
Y25 warm mix box X9:1 9

1. Enter the service programme and the activate water Y14/24 cold/warm compartment 4 X9:3 10
5
valves on the machine, one after the other.
All valves fill up with water One of the valves does not fill
up with water

2. Activate the defective valve in the service


programme and measure the voltage (230 V) at
the water valve.
No voltage Voltage OK

The valve is probably


defective.
Verify and remedy

3. Depending on the valve, measure the supply


5
voltage (230 V) of the water valve at switch X9
on I/O card 1, A11.The relay functions can also
be verified using the LEDs on I/O card 1.
No voltage Voltage OK

Defective cables between the


communication card A11 and
the water valve, or defective
programme unit card A1.
Verify and remedy.

Probably defective control output from the


programme unit card A1 or I/O card 1 A11.

Continued on next page


36 Troubleshooting

Continued from previous page


6
5. Activate (close) the drain valve in the service
programme. Activate another of the water valves and
verify the drain valve function.
Drain valve OK Drain valve defective

Troubleshoot the drain valve


according to the instructions under
error code WATER IN DRUM later
in this troubleshooting section.

6
6. Verify that the level hose is not damaged, bent,
blocked and has not come lose from the T-joint, drum, Level hose
programme unit card A1 or level guard B2.
connection 3972
Level hose OK Defective level hose

Fit the hose correctly or replace it. 7

Level indication
Level detector on programme unit card A1 probably
7
defective.
• Enter the service programme and verify that SERVICE PROGRAM
LEVEL 2
the level indication is stable. TEMP
SPEED
22°C
0
DRAIN CLOSED YES
• Blow into the level hose and check the level indication 01 COLD WATER
02 HOT WATER
increases. 03
04
COLD HARD WATER
TANK 1 WATER
05 TANK 2 WATER
• Check the level system for leakage. 06 TANK 3 WATER
Troubleshooting 37

8
DOOR OPEN
No signal from the ”Door closed” during pro-
gramme operation. If the input signal for ”Door X5 X6
closed” is lost during programme operation,
the OPEN DOOR error code is immediately
generated.

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.
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1. Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error code) by
pressing START.
Error message returns No error message 9

Temporary error (probably


defective contact)
SERVICE PROGRAM
LEVEL 2
2. Exit the programme using a. Enter the service TEMP
SPEED
22°C
0
8 DRAIN CLOSED YES
programme (unlock the door if it is locked). Verify
EMERGENCY STOP DOOR LOCKED
voltage supply is present between X5:4 - 5 when the TEMPORARY PAUSE
OIL
DOOR CLOSED

door is closed. REMOTE START


SERVICE
IMBALANCE
PHASE CHECK

No voltage Voltage present but black


9
square does not light

I/O card 1 A11 probably Indication Door locked


defective.
5390

3. Verify voltage is present between X5:3 - 5.


Voltage present No voltage

Troubleshoot the cabling for


the voltage supply (between
the main power switch Q1
and X6).

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38 Troubleshooting

Continued from previous page


10
4. Disassemble the door lock and verify the function of
10 S3 using an ohm meter.
Correct function Incorrect function

Replace Door lock.

5. Inspect the cabling between X5 and S3 using an ohm


meter.
Cabling OK Incorrect cabling

Remedy or replace the


cables.
Cables

Inspect the mechanical function of the door lock.


Replace any defective components or replace the door
lock.

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Troubleshooting 39

DOOR UNLOCKED 11

No signal from the ”Door locked” during pro-


gramme operation. X5 X6
If the input signal for the "Door locked" is lost
during programme operation, the "DOOR UN-
LOCKED" error code is immediately genrera-
ted.
At programme start, this error code is sup-
pressed for a few seconds.

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine. 3973

1. Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error code) by 12


pressing START.
Error message returns No error message

Temporary error in the door SERVICE PROGRAM


lock or programme unit LEVEL
TEMP
2
22°C
SPEED 0
DRAIN CLOSED YES
EMERGENCY STOP DOOR LOCKED
2. Exit the programme using a. Enter the service TEMPORARY PAUSE
OIL
DOOR CLOSED
11 REMOTE START IMBALANCE
programme and verify that there is voltage between SERVICE
PHASE CHECK
X5:2 - 6 when the door lock is engaged.
12 No voltage Voltage present but black
square does not light
Indication Door locked
I/O card 1 A11 probably
defective

3. Verify that there is voltage supply between X5:1 - 5 5390

when the door lock is switched on.


Voltage present No voltage 13
Troubleshoot the cabling for
the voltage supply (between
the main power switch Q1
and X6).

4. Is the lock command present? Measure X:92 on the


13
door lock controller.
Yes No
Cables
Troubleshoot according to
the error codes in section
29.

Troubleshoot cabling between X5 and the actuator/door


lock. The actuator/door lock could be defective.
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40 Troubleshooting

NTC LOW TEMP 14

The programme unit indicates an interruption


with the temperature sensor or the tempera-
ture is below  -5 °C.
Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error
code) by pressing START.
1. Undo the temperature sensor connections and
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measure the resistance of the sensor. The resistance
should be as in the table below:

Approximate values for a fully functional


temperature sensor
T (°C) R (ohm)
19 6109 Temperature sensor
20 5844
5204
21 5592
22 5353
23 5124 15
Resistance OK Incorrect resistance

The temperature sensor is probably


defective.
Temperature indication
2. Exit the programme using a. Enter the service
15 SERVICE PROGRAM
programme and read the temperature (the display LEVEL 2
window shows 0°C). Short-circuit inputs 1 and 2 on TEMP
SPEED
22°C
0
DRAIN CLOSED YES
16 card switch X1. Verify that the display window shows EMERGENCY STOP DOOR LOCKED
100°C. TEMPORARY PAUSE
OIL
DOOR CLOSED
REMOTE START IMBALANCE
SERVICE
Yes No PHASE CHECK

Incorrect temperature sensing on the


programme unit card. Replace the card.

Incorrect cabling to the . Verify and replace if


necessary.
16
X1
2 1

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Troubleshooting 41

NTC HIGH TEMP 17

The programme unit indicates a short-circuit


with the temperature sensor or the tempera-
ture exceeds 98°C.
Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error
code) by pressing START.
1. Undo the temperature sensor connections and
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measure the resistance of the sensor. The resistance
should be as in the table below:
Approximate values for a fully functional
temperature sensor
T (°C) R (ohm)
19 6109
20 5844 Temperature sensor
21 5592 5204
22 5353
23 5124
18
Resistance OK Incorrect resistance

The temperature sensor is probably


defective.
Temperature indication
2. Reset the connection on the sensor and exit the
18
programme using a. Enter the service programme SERVICE PROGRAM
and read the temperature. Disconnect one of the LEVEL
TEMP
2
22°C
SPEED 0
19 inputs 1 and 2 on card switch X1. Verify that the display DRAIN CLOSED YES

window shows 0°C. EMERGENCY STOP


TEMPORARY PAUSE
DOOR LOCKED
DOOR CLOSED
OIL
REMOTE START IMBALANCE
Yes No SERVICE
PHASE CHECK

Incorrect temperature sensing on the


programme unit card.

Incorrect cabling to the temperature sensor. Verify


and replace if necessary.

19
X1
2 1

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42 Troubleshooting

20
WATER IN DRUM
Level indication
The water level is higher than EMPTY at
programme start.
SERVICE PROGRAM
First verify whether: LEVEL
TEMP
2
22°C
SPEED 0
DRAIN CLOSED YES
• the same error appears again following reset- EMERGENCY STOP DOOR LOCKED
TEMPORARY PAUSE DOOR CLOSED
ting of the error code OIL
REMOTE START IMBALANCE
SERVICE
PHASE CHECK
• the drain is blocked by fluff or foam
• the level hose and air box are blocked (blow
into the level hose)
• For machines with a drain pump, verify cor- 21
rection operation.
Pay attention to temperature extremes in the
surrounding which may affect the level system,
generating this error code.
1. Verify whether there is any water in the drum.
Water in drum No water in drum

2. Enter the service program and record the


20 actual level value. Disconnect the level hose
from the programme unit card A1.
21 Level value does Level value falls
not change
Level hose connection
The level hose is probably blocked by fluff 3972
or due to incorrect installation. Verify and
clean, or replace the hose.

Level detector on programme unit card A1 is


defective.

Verify the operation of the drain valve using the service


programme. Remedy or replace the defective drain valve if
necessary.
Troubleshooting 43

22
MACHINE OVERFILLED
Level indication
The water level is above the level for OVER-
FILLED MACHINE. If this function is switched
off (=N) the drain valve will open instead for a SERVICE PROGRAM
LEVEL 2
TEMP 22°C
short while to drain some of the water. SPEED
DRAIN CLOSED
0
YES
EMERGENCY STOP DOOR LOCKED
TEMPORARY PAUSE DOOR CLOSED
OIL
REMOTE START IMBALANCE
SERVICE
PHASE CHECK

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.
23
Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error
code) by pressing START.
If the error returns, first make sure that:
• the level hose and air box are not blocked
(blow into the level hose)
• that none of the water valves has locked (i.e.
poured in continuously).
1. Visually inspect. Is there too much water in the
machine?
No Yes

Exit the programme and drain the


machine. Level hose connection
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2. Exit the programme using a. Enter the service
22
programme and record the actual level value. Undo the
level hose from the programme unit and verify whether
23 the level falls.
No Yes

Inspect the level system (hoses,


nipples and air box).

3. Inspect whether the level input on the programme


unit is blocked. If this is not the case, the the
programme unit is probably defective.
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24
NO HEATING
The temperature has not increased the number
of degrees specified in the function MIN ALLO-
WABLE TEMPERATURE INCREASE (see set-
tings 2) during the time that is programmed in
the function MAXIMUM HEATING TIME (Confi-
guration 1).

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error


code) by pressing START. Element connectors
If the error returns, first make sure that: 5207

• the programme module is not incorrectly pro-


grammed
• the heat supply is intact (all phases OK and
the steam or gas boiler is operating)
• the drain does not leak.

1. Exit the programme using a. Enter the service


programme and fill up water to above the safety le-
vel (5-10 cm above the lower edge of the inner drum).
Switch on the heating. Does the heat contactor go
high?
Yes No

Troubleshoot the operating circuits


of the contactor

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2. Measure the operating voltage across each element.
No voltage Voltage present

3. Use a clip-on ammeter and verify that all


phases draw current (6 - 25 A depending on the
element rating) or, alternatively, switch off the
voltage with the wall-mounted power switch
and measure the resistance of the elements,
which should be 20 - 25 ohms (2.5 kW) or 40 - 50
ohms (1 kW).
Resistance OK Incorrect resistance

Inspect the elements Replace the defective


for lime deposits. element
Decalcify if necessary

4. Troubleshoot the voltage supply circuit for the


elements.
Troubleshooting 45

NOT DRAINED
The water level exceeds EMPTY at wash program start.
Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error code) by pressing START. If
the error returns, first verify these items:
• Is the drain is blocked by fluff or foam?
• Are the the level hose and air box blocked (blow into the level hose)?
• For machines with a drain pump, verify correction operation.
• Does water run out when the power switch on the machine is switched
off?
• Verify the operation of the drain using the service programme.
• Is the drain in the room capable of receiving the water from the machi-
ne?
46 Troubleshooting

UNBALANCE SENSOR FAULT


The imbalance switch is closed during program start.

If the power is on, be very careful when working on the the machine.

Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error code) by pressing START.
If the error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
Verify:
• the mechanical function of the imbalance switch
• the resistance between the imbalance switch and the cabling.
If the error remains, there is probably an internal error in the motor
controller.
Troubleshooting 47

NO MOTOR COMM.
Communication between the programme unit and the motor
controller has been interrupted or interfered.

If the power is on, be very careful when working on the the machine.

Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error code) by pressing START.
If the error returns, troubleshoot as follows:

1. Perform a communication test using the test box. Refer to the manual ”Instructions
for Clarus Communication Tests”.

OK LED on test box Defective LEDs on test box

Troubleshoot according to the manual ”Instructions for


Clarus Communication Tests”.
The motor controller or cabling for the motor controller is probably defective.
48 Troubleshooting

LEVEL CALIBRATION
The water level system has not been correctly calibrated.
Each machine has been individually level adjusted at the factory. If the
calibration values are missing or outside the limits, an error is generator at
programme start. The programme can, however, be started by pressing
START once more. In this case the standard values are used and the level
swill not be as exact.
Carry out programming anew and make sure the calibration values are
within the allowed limits.
Troubleshooting 49

WEIGHT FROM SCALE


The scale is all the time sending the actual weight to the timer. If the scale
is over- or under-loaded all the time the error will be indicated.
The same error will also be indicated if the weight transfered from the scale
to the timer at the beginning of a water filling periode, is above a certain li-
mit set in the configuration system of the machine. To correct the problem,
try to first zerocalibrate the scale and then reset the scale in the service-
mode. If the error remains, please contact service.
50 Troubleshooting

EMERGENCY STOP
The emergency stop button was pressed.

If the power is on, be very careful when working on the the machine.

Find out the reason for the emergency stop button having been pressed.
Take the necessary measures.
Reset the emergency stop button by turning it counter-clockwise.
Restart the machine by pressing START or a.
Troubleshooting 51

25
DOOR LOCK
The signal from the ”Door locked ” switch is
present although there is no signal from the X5
”Door closed” switch.

This error code can only be generated prior to


programme start.

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error


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code) by pressing START.
If the error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
26
25 1. Undo the card connection X5 on I/O card 1, A11
Error message returns No error message
26
Troubleshoot the door lock
and the cabling for electric
or mechanical short-circuit.

I/O card A11 probably defective.

Cables

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52 Troubleshooting

START NOT ALLOWED


The network does not allow start of the washing programme.
Try to reset the error code.
If the error remains, contact the responsible person for the network and
have the error fixed.
Troubleshooting 53

27
MIS COMMUNICATION
X7
Communication between the programme unit
card A1 and the network has been interrupted.

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error


code) by pressing START.
If the error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
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Verify that the cable between the network and
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X7 on programme unit card A1 is connected.
If the cable is properly connected, contact the
person responsible for the network.
Note!
This error code will disappear by itself after se-
veral programme starts. In case communication
has been interrupted intentionally, the machine
can be operated with no further intervention
required.
54 Troubleshooting

28
INTERLOCK STATUS
X302
The motor controller does not receiving an
interlock signal during programme operation. 1
1

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds


to ensure the motor controller has been comple-
tely reset. Then try to start the machine again. If
the error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
1. Measure the interlock signal on the motor controller
28
U1:X302.
No signal Signal OK

Troubleshoot the motor


controller.
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2. Measure the signal on the I/O card 1 interlock bus


29
A11:X10.
29
No signal Signal OK
X10
Troubleshoot the cabling
between the motor
controller and programme
unit. Inspect the cabling
and replace if necessary.

Troubleshoot the interlock circuits.

3973
Troubleshooting 55

IO COMMUNICATION
Communication between programme unit A1 and one of the I/O cards
has been interfered with or interrupted, or incorrect configuration of
the I/O cards.

If the power is on, be very careful when working on the the machine.

Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error code) by pressing START.
If the error returns, troubleshoot as follows:

1. Perform a communication test using the test box. Refer to the manual ”Instructions
for Clarus Communication Tests”.

OK LED on test box Defective LEDs on test box

Troubleshoot according to the manual ”Instructions for


Clarus Communication Tests”.
The motor controller or cabling for the motor controller is probably defective.
56 Troubleshooting

LOW OIL LEVEL


Low oil level in the oil container. Applies only to machines with oil
lubrication.
Fill up with oil and restart the machine.
Verify for any leaks.
Troubleshooting 57

PHASE
Alarm from the mains monitoring equipment.
An input on I/O card 1 (X16:7-8) can be connected to external equipment
that monitors received mains signals in terms of voltage levels, loss of
phase, etc. If this input goes high, the error message is displayed.
Find out the reason for the error indication by inspecting the mains monito-
ring equipment.
For more on this troubleshooting, refer to the manual supplied with the
mains monitoring equipment in use.
58 Troubleshooting

AUT. LEVEL CALIB. 30

The pressure sensor for the water level signals Level indication
a value that is so incorrect when the machine
is empty that automatic level calibration of the
level system is not possible. SERVICE PROGRAM
LEVEL 2
TEMP 22°C
SPEED 0
DRAIN CLOSED YES
EMERGENCY STOP DOOR LOCKED
TEMPORARY PAUSE DOOR CLOSED
OIL
REMOTE START IMBALANCE
SERVICE
PHASE CHECK

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Try to restart the machine (i.e. reset the error


code) by pressing START. 31
If the error returns, troubleshoot as follows:

Level hose
1. Verify the level indication in the service programme
30 when the drum is empty. Does the level indication
exceed the set limit value?
Yes No

2. Try to restart a washing programme again.


No error code Error remains

The level hose is probably blocked.


3972
Replace or clean the level hose.

Temporary error.

3. Undo the level hose from the programme unit card


31
A1. Does the level indication still exceed the set limit
value?
Yes No

The level hose is probably blocked.


Replace or clean the level hose.

The programme unit card A1 is probably defective.


Troubleshooting 59

LEVEL NOT CALIBRATED


Before the machine is used filling water controlled by the pressure sensor
system, the pressure sensor system must be calibrated. The pressure sen-
sor system for water filling can be calibrated in the service mode.

It is possible to use the machine in weight mode, filling water on weight,


without calibrating the water pressure sensor system.
60 Troubleshooting

NO SCALE CONNECTED
Communication between the timer and the scale is not working. Check the
wire between the timer and the scale. If still not working, please contact
service.
Troubleshooting 61

HEAT SINK TOO HOT


The motor controller indicates too high a temperature at the heat
dissipator.

This error code appears if the external temperature has been very
high. It his has been the case, lower the temperature by e.g., ventila-
tion the room.

If the power is on, be very careful when working on the the machine.

First verify that:


• the machine is not overloaded
• the machine is not covered
• any fan for the motor controller operates correctly
• the motor controller heat dissipator is not blocked by dust
• the motor controller LEDs do not indicate and error (see the description
of the motor controller in section 30).
Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds to ensure the motor con-
troller has been completely reset. Then try to start the machine again. If the
error returns, troubleshoot as follows:

1. Verify that the drum and motor operate smoothly.


Drum/motor OK Heavy operation of the drum/motor

Defective bearings in drum or motor, or there is an object


between the outer and inner drum. Inspect and remedy.

2. Enter the service programme. Run the motor at different washing revolutions,
clockwise and counter-clockwise. Verify that no noise can be heard from the drum/
motor.
Drum/motor OK Noise from drum/motor

Defective bearings in drum or motor, or there is an object


between the outer and inner drum. Inspect and remedy.

The motor controller is probably defective.


62 Troubleshooting

32
MOTOR TOO HOT
The motor controller indicates the thermal Measure the resistance between pins 7 and 9
protector of the motor has triggered.
7 9

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

First verify that: Contactor X3, female towards motor

• the machine is not overloaded 5420

• the ventilation openings of the machine are


blocked
• the external temperature is very high
• the motor is not abnormally warm.
Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds to
ensure the motor controller has been completely
reset. Then try to start the machine again. If the
error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
1. Switch off the machine and verify that the drum and
motor operate smoothly.
Drum/motor OK Heavy operation of the drum/motor

Defective bearings in drum


or motor, or there is an
object between the outer
and inner drum. Inspect
and remedy.
2. Wait for at least 10 minutes to allow the motor to
cool down. Then switch on the machine again. Enter
the service programme and run the motor at low
washing revolutions. Verify whether the error indication
immediately returns.
No error indication Immediate error indication

3. Switch off the machine. Undo the contactor


32
at X3 on the motor. Use an ohmmeter to
measure the resistance in the between the
contactor and the motor between X3:7 - 9.
Contact Interruption

Thermal protector of
motor interrupted.
Replace the motor.

Continued on next page


Troubleshooting 63

Continued from previous


33

4. Replace X3. Remove the contactor X312


33
and measure the resistance of the contactor
with the motor cabling between X312:4 - 5.
Contact Interruption

Defective cabling
between motor
controller and motor.
Inspect the cabling and
replace if necessary.
Internal error in the thermal sensor of the motor
controller detector.

34 5. Switch of the wall-mounted power switch. Undo


the contactor at X3 on the motor. Use an ohmmeter to X312 5181
measure the resistance towards the motor. Measure
between 1-2, 1-3, and 2-3.
34
Resistance
W465H 4 ohm Contactor X3, female towards motor
W475H 4 ohm
W4105H 4 ohm
W4130H 2 ohm
W4180H 1.2 ohm
W4250H 0.8 ohm
W4300H 0.8 ohm
1 3

Correct resistance One of the resistance values is


incorrect
Measure resistance between
The motor is probably pins 1, 2 and 3
3402
defective.
Troubleshoot the cabling between the motor and motor
controller.
64 Troubleshooting

NO INTERLOCK 35
X302
The motor controller received the rotation
command from the programme unit but recei-
ves no interlock ACK (”Door locked” signal).

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds to


ensure the motor controller has been completely
reset. Then try to start the machine again. If the
error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
5181
35 1. Measure the interlock signal on the motor controller
U1:X302.
No signal Signal OK 36

Troubleshoot the motor X10


controller.
2. Measure the signal on the I/O card 1 interlock bus
36
A11:X10.
No signal Signal OK

Troubleshoot the cabling


between the motor
controller and programme
unit. Inspect the cabling
and replace if necessary.

3973
Troubleshoot the interlock circuits.
Troubleshooting 65

37
MOTOR SHORTNING
The motor controller indicates a short-circuit in Contactor X3, female towards motor
the motor windings, cabling or internally in the
motor controller.

1 3
If the power is on, be very careful when
working on the the machine.

Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds to Measure resistance between
ensure the motor controller has been completely pins 1, 2 and 3
reset. Then try to start the machine again. If the
error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
38
1. Switch off the machine. Undo the contactor at X3 on
37
the motor. Use an ohmmeter to measure the resistance
towards the motor. Measure between 1-2, 1-3, and 2-3.

Resistance
W465H 4 ohm
W475H 4 ohm
W4105H 4 ohm
W4130H 2 ohm
W4180H 1.2 ohm
W4250H 0.8 ohm
W4300H 0.8 ohm

Correct resistance One of the resistance values is


incorrect
X312
5181
The motor is probably
defective.

2. Inspect the cabling from X312 on the motor controller


38
to X3 on the motor. Use an ohmmeter and measure the
five leads as follows:
X312: 1 2 3 4 5
X3: 1 2 3 7 9 (X3:4 - 6, 8 not used)
Also measure the five leads to be sure there is no short-
circuit between any two leads.
Cabling OK Incorrect cabling

Inspect the cabling and replace


if necessary.

The motor controller output is defective.


66 Troubleshooting

INTERLOCK HARDWARE
The motor controller indicates an error in the interlock receiving
circuit.

If the power is on, be very careful when working on the the machine.

Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds to ensure the motor con-
troller has been completely reset. Then try to start the machine again.
If the error returns, the motor controller is probably defective.
Troubleshooting 67

39
LOW DC VOLTAGE
The motor controller indicates the DC level is X311
too low.

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds


to ensure the motor controller has been comple-
tely reset. Then try to start the machine again. If
the error returns, troubleshoot as follows: 5181

1. Verify the voltage supply (230 V) to the motor


39 controller at the contactor X311. 40
Voltage too low Voltage OK
Main power switch Q1
The motor controller is
probably defective.

2. Inspect the power supply (230 V) at the main power


40
switch Q1 on the machine.
Voltage too low Voltage OK

Defective cabling.

5365
Troubleshoot the mains.
68 Troubleshooting

41
HIGH DC VOLTAGE
X311
The motor controller indicates the DC level is
too high.

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds to


ensure the motor controller has been completely
reset. Then try to start the machine again. If the
error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
5181

41 1. Verify the voltage supply (230 V) to the motor


controller at the contactor X311. 42
Voltage too high Voltage OK
Main power switch Q1
The motor controller is
probably defective.

2. Inspect the power supply (230 V) at the main power


42
switch Q1 on the machine.
Voltage too high Voltage OK

Defective cabling.

Troubleshoot the mains. 5365


Troubleshooting 69

43
RIPPEL ON DC BUS
X311
The DC voltage level fluctuates too much.

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds to


ensure the motor controller has been completely
reset. Then try to start the machine again. If the
error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
5181
1. Verify the voltage supply (230 V) to the motor
43
controller at the contactor X311.
Large voltage fluctuations Voltage OK 44

The motor controller is Main power switch Q1


probably defective.

2. Inspect the power supply (230 V) at the main power


44
switch Q1 on the machine.
Large voltage fluctuations Voltage OK

Defective cabling.

Troubleshoot the mains.


5365
70 Troubleshooting

45
LINE INTERRUPT X311
The motor controller is missing a phase.

If the power is on, be very careful when


working on the the machine.

Switch off the machine for at least 30 seconds to


ensure the motor controller has been completely
reset. Then try to start the machine again. If the
error returns, troubleshoot as follows:
5181

1. Verify the voltage supply (230 V) to the motor


45
controller at the contactor X311.
No voltage Voltage OK 46

The motor controller is Main power switch Q1


probably defective.

2. Inspect the voltage supply (230 V) at the main power


46
switch Q1 of the machine. For machine with neutral
leads, measure between L1 and N; for machines without
neutral leads, measure between L1 and L2.
No voltage Voltage OK

Defective cabling.
5365

Troubleshoot the mains.


Troubleshooting 71

KLIXON CIRCUIT
The motor controller indicates an error inn the thermal protection
circuits of the motor.

If the power is on, be very careful when working on the the machine.

Switch off the machine and for about 30 seconds. Then switch on the
machine again and start a programme.
If the error returns, the motor controller is probably defective.

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