F70
Power Unit
Allen-Bradley · PowerFlex 4 Adjustable Frequency
What does F70 mean?
A fault has been detected within the drive's internal power unit hardware. This indicates a potential malfunction of power components such as the rectifier, DC bus capacitors, or inverter IGBTs.
Common Causes
- Internal fault within the drive's power stage (IGBTs, rectifiers).
- Overvoltage or undervoltage condition on DC bus.
- Short circuit detected within the drive's power components.
- Cooling system failure within the drive (fan failure).
Repair Steps & Checklist
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- 1
Cycle power to the drive by turning it off completely, waiting for all indicator lights to extinguish, and then turning it back on.
- 2
If the fault persists after cycling power, a failure of the drive's power unit is indicated, requiring further technical assessment.
Verified technical data. Last updated: March 2026
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Source: Allen-Bradley PowerFlex 4 Adjustable Frequency