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Kevin PetersenSep 23, 2025
What does 'Faulty usage' mean on my ABB Controller?
- LLauren RodriguezSep 23, 2025
Do not use jog forward, jog backward, heat motor, or stand-still break functions with an Inside delta motor connection.
What does 'Faulty usage' mean on my ABB Controller?
Do not use jog forward, jog backward, heat motor, or stand-still break functions with an Inside delta motor connection.
What does it mean when my ABB Controller displays 'Ground fault'?
A ground fault indicates that the sum of the instantaneous line currents in your 3-phase system differs more than the specified value. Examine the motor cables and the motor itself for any issues.
What should I do if my ABB PSTX570 displays 'Locked rotor'?
Examine the bearings of the motor and the load to ensure they run easily. A damaged bearing or a load stock could be the cause.
What does it mean when my ABB Controller displays 'Overvoltage'?
An overvoltage error indicates that the main voltage is too high. Perform a check of the main voltage.
What does it mean when my ABB PSTX570 Controller displays 'Under voltage'?
An undervoltage error indicates that the main voltage is too low. Perform a check of the main voltage.
What does 'High current' mean on my ABB PSTX570 Controller?
A high current fault indicates that a fault current, higher than 8 times the softstarter's rated current, has occurred. Check the circuits and the motor for an insulation fault between phases or a ground fault.
What does 'Auto-restart time-out' mean on my ABB PSTX570?
The auto-restart time-out error means that the time between a trip and an auto-restart attempt has exceeded the configured setting. Review the automatic restart parameters and correct them as needed.
Why does my ABB PSTX570 Controller display 'Too long start time'?
This indicates that the time taken to soft start the motor is longer than the set value. Check the starting conditions and current limit.
How do I fix an ABB Controller that shows a blank screen and no LED is active?
First, ensure that the supply voltage is properly connected, referring to the circuit diagram. Also check that the RJ45 plug is connected between the HMI and the softstarter, and that the RJ45 network cable is not damaged.
What to do if my ABB PSTX570 motor is humming or starts without a given start signal?
This issue could be due to a few reasons. If it's a PSTX30...170 model, a bypass relay might be closed due to inaccurate handling. To resolve this, disconnect the operation voltage and the control supply voltage, remove the USB cable if connected, and then reconnect the voltage in the following sequence: first, the control supply voltage on terminals 1 and 2 (refer to chapter 5.1.2), wait 4 seconds, and then connect the operation voltage on terminals L1, L2, and L3. Alternatively, the bypass contactor/relay could be stuck in a closed position, or there might be a shorted thyristor. In either of these cases, it is best to speak to your ABB Sales Office.
General| Rated operational current Ie | 570 A |
|---|---|
| Depth | 250 mm |
| Protection class | IP20 |
| Output current | 570 A |
| Rated control supply voltage (Us) | 100 ... 250 V AC |
| Rated operational voltage | 208-690 V AC |
| Control supply voltage | 100-250 V AC |
| Operating temperature range | -25 ... +60 °C |
Explains the meaning of caution, warning, information, and graphics symbols used in the manual.
Details electrical data, voltage, frequency, inputs, outputs, and communication interfaces of the softstarter.
Covers EMC compliance standards and provides recommendations for the fuse to be used with the softstarter.
Provides steps for mounting the softstarter and instructions for using the HMI as a remote control.
Alerts to risks of using non-shielded cables, ingress of liquids/dust, and potential overheating during mounting.
Details connecting the main circuit, line/motor sides, and different connection types like 'In Line' and 'Inside Delta'.
Highlights hazardous voltage, emphasizes authorized personnel, and control supply voltage application.
Covers connecting control supply, earth, start/stop circuits, and programmable inputs for operation.
Discusses capacitor placement, signal output relays, and critical voltage verification before operation.
Explains the RS485 interface for Modbus RTU slave communication, status retrieval, and parameter download.
Details PTC/PT100 temperature sensor inputs on specified terminals for motor monitoring.
Describes the configurable analog output signal and its load resistance for current or voltage output.
Identifies and describes the display, soft keys, LED indicators, navigation keys, and ports of the HMI.
Guides through the basic and application setup wizards for initial configuration of the softstarter.
Explains setting the motor rated current for 'In Line' and 'Inside Delta' connections for accurate operation.
Provides recommended basic settings for various applications like band saw, pump, and motor heating.
Explains how to navigate menus, set numerical values, switches, and selection lists on the HMI.
Details accessing and setting parameters, including complete, favorites, and modified lists.
Lists submenus for home view, active faults/protections, active warnings, and security management.
Alerts to potential unexpected motor starts during control type changes or resets.
Lists common parameters for operational functions with their setting ranges and default values.
Details parameters for EOL, locked rotor, current overload, voltage, and earth fault protections.
Lists parameters for EOL, locked rotor, voltage, THD, and start limit warnings.
Lists events like electronic overload, locked rotor, phase reversal, and their potential causes and checks.
Details faults such as high current, phase loss, heat sink overtemperature, and thyristor issues with their causes.
Explains warnings for current imbalance, underload, fan failure, and voltage issues with their meanings.
Provides physical dimensions and mounting details for PSTX30 to PSTX105 softstarter models.
Provides physical dimensions and mounting details for PSTX142 to PSTX170 softstarter models.
Provides physical dimensions and mounting details for PSTX210 to PSTX370 softstarter models.
Provides physical dimensions and mounting details for PSTX470 to PSTX570 softstarter models.
Lists width, height, and depth dimensions in metric and imperial units for IEC and cULus certifications.
Shows dimensions for mounting holes and required clearances around the softstarter for proper installation.
Illustrates a typical example of how to mount the Human Machine Interface (HMI) unit.
Shows how to correctly route cable entry and connect the HMI to the softstarter.
Details connection module specifications and torque requirements for PSTX18-105 models.
Provides connection module and bar specifications, and torque values for PSTX142-170 models.
Details connection module and bar specifications, and torque values for PSTX210-370 models.
Lists connection module and bar specifications, and torque values for PSTX470-570 models.
Illustrates wiring for control supply voltage to terminals 1 and 2, including voltage and frequency details.
Shows how to connect terminal 22 to the functional earth, specifying cable length and connection point.
Depicts wiring for start and stop control signals using internal 24V DC supply.
Illustrates wiring for AC control circuits, showing connections for external AC voltage supply.
Shows the main circuit diagram for the softstarter using a fuse and contactor configuration.
Presents the main circuit diagram for the softstarter using a Molded Case Circuit Breaker (MCCB).
Illustrates the timing sequences of various operations like start, stop, and event signals.
Shows examples of navigating the HMI menu and selecting parameters for configuration.
Demonstrates setting parameters like motor rated current and current limit type via the HMI.
Illustrates accessing options menus and changing language settings on the HMI.
Lists fuse classes and current ratings for different soft-starter models for short circuit protection.
Provides breaker types and current ratings for various soft-starter models for short circuit protection.
Details high fault current breaker specifications for different soft-starter models.
