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Immediate Trip Due to Ground Fault (Insulation Breakdown)

Likely causes

Insulation breakdown between motor winding and casing

Check: Fully disconnect power and apply LOTO

What to do: Fully disconnect power and apply LOTO → Measure insulation resistance of each component against ground (500V DC; must be ≥1MΩ) → Identify the faulty component → Replace faulty wiring or component → Re-measure insulation resistance to confirm ≥1MΩ → Verify breaker rating before re-energizing

Ground fault from damaged wire insulation

Check: Measure insulation resistance of each component against ground (500V DC; must be ≥1MΩ)

What to do: Measure insulation resistance of each component against ground (500V DC; must be ≥1MΩ) → Identify the faulty component → Replace faulty wiring or component → Re-measure insulation resistance to confirm ≥1MΩ → Verify breaker rating before re-energizing

Insulation failure in control board or components

Check: Identify the faulty component

What to do: Identify the faulty component → Replace faulty wiring or component → Re-measure insulation resistance to confirm ≥1MΩ → Verify breaker rating before re-energizing

Field tip

A ground fault has occurred in wiring or motor. Measure insulation resistance to identify and replace the faulty component. Energizing a ground-faulted circuit risks fatal electric shock. Always confirm insulation resistance before re-energizing.

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