Replace motor with one of 
proper duty rating
No
Yes
Correct connection
Does it happen during 
acceleration ?
Increase the accel / decel 
time
No
Are the output 
voltages between 
U,V, and W terminals  
the same?
No
N3 fault
Motor overheats
Yes
Yes (Within ± 3% of the rated output voltage)
Fig. 22.6  Motor Instability
Is the load or current 
exceeding the the inverter 
rating ?
Reduce the load or increase 
the inverter and / or the motor.
Yes
Is the the motor 
running at low speed 
for an extended time ?
No
Yes (Within ± 3% of the nominal value)
Is there output voltage 
to the U,V, and W 
terminals ?
N3 fault
Is there anything 
obstructing  motor 
cooling ?
Yes
Remove obstruction.
Faulty connection 
between N3 and motor 
Yes
No 
No 
Is  acceleration time 
correct ?
No
Reduce the load or increase 
the inverter and / or the motor.
Yes
Is the load fluctuating?
Reduce the load fluctuation or 
add a flywheel.
Yes
Is there any 
mechanical vibration 
or gear backlash ?
No
Yes
Inspect mechanical system 
and correct
N3 fault
Minimal
Fig. 22.5  Motor Overheating