Diagnostic workflow

Siemens 6SE70 KTY/PTC Motor Temperature Diagnostic

Entry symptom: MASTERDRIVES reports motor-temperature warning/trip or inconsistent KTY/PTC sensor behaviour.

Safety controls before proceeding
  • Do not bypass motor thermal protection.
  • Isolate power before sensor wiring inspection.
  • Hot motors and fans create mechanical hazards.

Investigation sequence

1

Identify sensor type

Confirm KTY84 measurement or PTC thermistor protection and the configured warning/fault behaviour.

2

Classify timing

Cold-start faults suggest wiring or sensor boundary; load/ambient-related faults may be real heating.

3

Inspect wiring route

Check motor terminal box, shielded cable, terminal expansion and loose/contaminated connections.

4

Inspect cooling evidence

Record motor fan, bearing state, airflow obstruction and cabinet ambient when real overheating is possible.

5

Preserve protection

Correct wiring or cooling faults without disabling the protective function.

Stop conditions

  • Sensor type unknown
  • User asks to bypass thermal input
  • Motor is visibly overheating
  • Vertical or critical load cannot be safely tested

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