ABB ACS580 VFD
ABB ACS580 VFD code A2B3: Earth leakage
The drive has detected a load unbalance due to an earth fault, which triggers a warning without stopping the booth.
Safety first. This code involves a gas, flame or electrical hazard. Do not keep resetting it. Leave burner, gas train and high voltage work to a qualified technician. WERCS answers 24/7 at (877) 489-3727.
- Code
- A2B3
- Name
- Earth leakage
- Controller
- ABB ACS580 VFD
- Type
- Ground fault
- What it does
- Warning: the equipment keeps running and flags a problem
- Risk
- RED Specialist territory
- Reset
- Clears on its own when the condition goes away
- Source
- The manufacturer's manual (subscribers see which manual and page)
Updated November 4, 2026
How to fix it
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Questions about this code
What does ABB ACS580 VFD code A2B3 mean?
The drive has detected a load unbalance due to an earth fault, which triggers a warning without stopping the booth.
Is ABB ACS580 VFD code A2B3 dangerous?
It is graded red, specialist territory: it involves a burner, gas, flame or safety lockout, so leave the repair to a qualified technician.
How do I fix ABB ACS580 VFD code A2B3?
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