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F codes 
E codes 
C codes 
P codes 
H codes 
A codes 
b codes 
r codes 
J codes 
d codes 
U codes 
y codes 
 
Chap. 5 FUNCTION CODES 
  Brake signal -- BRKS (E20 to E24 and E27, data = 57) 
This signal outputs a brake control command that releases or activates the brake. 
Releasing the Brake 
When any of the inverter output current, output frequency, or torque command value exceeds the specified level of the 
brake signal (J68/J69/J95) for the period specified by J70 (Brake signal (Brake-OFF timer)), the inverter judges that 
required motor torque is generated and turns the signal 
BRKS ON for releasing the brake. 
This prevents a hoisted load from falling down due to an insufficient torque when the brake is released. 
Function code  Name  Data setting range  Remarks 
J68 Brake-OFF current 
0% to 300%: 
Set it putting the inverter rated current at 
100%. 
See Note below. 
J69  Brake-OFF frequency/speed 0.0 to 25.0 Hz 
Available only under 
V/f control. 
J70  Brake-OFF timer  0.0 to 5.0 s   
J95  Brake-OFF torque  0% to 300% 
Available only under 
vector control. 
 
 
The inverter rated current differs depending upon the drive mode selected (HD, MD or LD). 
 
Turning the Brake ON 
When the run command is OFF and the output frequency drops below the level specified by J71 (Brake signal 
(Brake-ON frequency/speed)) and stays below the level for the period specified by J72 (Brake signal (Brake-ON timer)), 
the inverter judges that the motor rotation is below a certain level and turns the signal 
BRKS OFF for activating the 
brake. 
Under vector control, when the reference speed or the detected one drops below the level of the stop frequency 
specified by F25 (Stop frequency) and stays below the level for the period specified by J72 (Brake signal (Brake-ON 
timer)), the inverter judges that the motor rotation is below a certain level and turns the signal 
BRKS OFF for activating 
the brake. 
This operation reduces the load applied to the brake, extending lifetime of the brake. 
Function code  Name  Data setting range  Remarks 
J71  Brake-ON frequency/speed 0.0 to 25.0 Hz 
Available only under V/f 
control. 
J72  Brake-ON timer  0.0 to 5.0 s   
J96 Speed selection 
0: Detected speed 
1: Reference speed 
Speed selection under vector control.
Available only under vector 
control. 
When vector control without 
speed sensor is selected, set 
to "1: Reference speed." 
 
 
•  The brake signal control is only applicable to the 1st motor. If the motor switching function selects any o