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Fanuc Alarm 231 - ILLEGAL FORMAT IN G10 L52
Fanuc Alarm 231 occurs when the G10 L52 command format is incorrect during programmable parameter input. This alarm is triggered by syntax errors such as missing address codes, incorrect data ranges, improper delimiter usage, or attempting to write to protected parameters without proper enable settings.
Fanuc Alarm 231 - ILLEGAL FORMAT IN G10 L52
SYSTEM ALARM 231
Fanuc alarm 231: SYSTEM ALARM 231. This alarm indicates a fault condition detected by the Fanuc control. Refer to the alarm number and name to identify the specific system or function involved.
Root Cause Summary
Fanuc Alarm 231 occurs when the G10 L52 command format is incorrect during programmable parameter input. This alarm is triggered by syntax errors such as missing address codes, incorrect data ranges, improper delimiter usage, or attempting to write to protected parameters without proper enable settings.
Causes and Fixes
Review the G10 L52 program line that caused the alarm. Verify correct format: G10 L52 P(parameter number) R(value). Example: G10 L52 P1020 R500.0 for setting a feed parameter.
Check that the P address parameter number is valid for your control series. Navigate to SYSTEM > PARAM and verify the parameter exists. Common range is P0000-P9999 for standard parameters, P10000-P19999 for pitch error compensation.
Verify the R address data value matches the parameter data type and range. Check parameter listing documentation for min/max values, increment units, and decimal place requirements specific to the target parameter.
Ensure no extraneous characters, spaces, or invalid address letters are present in the G10 L52 block. Each block should contain only G10 L52 followed by required P and R addresses with valid numerical data.
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