Installation manual
Publication 1394-IN002B-EN-P — February 2004
Troubleshooting Status Indicators   4-7
SERCOSFault
(SERCOS Same Addr)
Duplicate node address detected on SERCOS ring.
Verify that each SERCOS drive is assigned a 
unique node address.
DriveOvervoltage 
Fault
(Shunt Time Out)
Shunt resistor continuous 
rating exceeded.
The regenerative energy produced by the motor 
exceeded the limit of the shunt resistor.
• Use a properly sized shunt or modify duty 
cycle of the application.
• System uses internal shunt and requires 
external shunt for additional capacity.
DriveOvertemp 
Fault
(Sys Overtemp)
The 1394 thermal sensor 
tripped when internal 
ambient temperature 
exceeded rating.
The fan on the system module or an axis module 
failed.
Replace the system or axis module.
The cabinet ambient temperature is above rating. Check the cabinet temperature.
The machine duty cycle requires an RMS current 
exceeding the continuous rating of the controller.
Change the command profile to reduce speed 
or increase time.
Changes in mechanics have occurred causing an 
increased torque output for the application move 
profiles.
• Check mechanics for improper operation.
• Verify operating torque.
The airflow access to the 1394 is limited or 
blocked.
Check airflow and re-route cables away from 
the 1394.
DriveHardFault
(Sys Mod Unknown)
Active when serial ring 
detects unknown system 
module.
Unknown system module. Replace the system module.
DriveHardFault
(Task Init)
Software initialization fault 
detected.
Control board hardware failure.
• Cycle all input power.
• If fault persists, replace system module.
DriveHardFault
(Unknown Fault)
Fault is detected but source 
is unknown.
Wrong version of software for the hardware or 
loose internal or external connection.
• Check system terminator.
• Reset drive.
Fault Message
RSLogix (HIM):
Description: Potential Cause is: Possible Resolution is:










