Siemens VFD

F30011 – Motor overtemperature fault

Motor temperature exceeds safe limit

Details

Motor thermal protection has activated indicating overheating.

Error typefault
MeaningMotor overtemperature
Typical causesOverload blocked motor insufficient cooling ambient temperature too high
SolutionsCheck motor load verify cooling fan operation check ambient temperature allow motor to cool
Severitymedium

Catalog references

Vendor Information

SiemensF30011

Utilities

Troubleshooting Steps

Troubleshooting steps

Check motor load verify cooling fan operation check ambient temperature allow motor to cool

Other codes

Other Siemens VFD Codes

F30001 – Overcurrent fault

Overcurrent detected during motor operation

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F30002 – Overvoltage fault

DC bus voltage too high

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F30003 – Undervoltage fault

DC bus voltage too low

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F30012 – Drive overtemperature fault

Drive unit temperature too high

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F30021 – Ground fault

Current path to ground detected

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FAQ

Common questions

How long to cool down?

Wait until motor temperature drops below trip level typically 10-30 minutes depending on conditions.