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Siemens SINAMICS V20 VFD code F72: USS/MODBUS setpoint fault (on RS485)

The drive is missing setpoint values from the communication network, causing the booth equipment to shut down.

Code
F72
Name
USS/MODBUS setpoint fault (on RS485)
Controller
Siemens SINAMICS V20 VFD
Type
Communication
What it does
Fault: the equipment trips and stops
Risk
YELLOW Booth plays by its own rules
Reset
Needs a manual reset
Source
The manufacturer's manual (subscribers see which manual and page)

Updated November 4, 2026

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Questions about this code

What does Siemens SINAMICS V20 VFD code F72 mean?

The drive is missing setpoint values from the communication network, causing the booth equipment to shut down.

Is Siemens SINAMICS V20 VFD code F72 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 Siemens SINAMICS V20 VFD code F72?

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