Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC 102
Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC 102 code 38: Internal fault
The drive stops operating and displays a specific code number indicating that an internal hardware or software fault has occurred.
- Code
- 38
- Name
- Internal fault
- Controller
- Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC 102
- Type
- Internal fault
- What it does
- Fault: the equipment trips and stops
- Risk
- YELLOW Booth plays by its own rules
- Source
- The manufacturer's manual (subscribers see which manual and page)
Updated November 4, 2026
How to fix it
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- What to do next, in plain words
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Questions about this code
What does Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC 102 code 38 mean?
The drive stops operating and displays a specific code number indicating that an internal hardware or software fault has occurred.
Is Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC 102 code 38 dangerous?
It is graded yellow: not hard, but a booth does it differently than the gear most techs know, so follow the checks in order.
How do I fix Danfoss VLT HVAC Drive FC 102 code 38?
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