What causes KUKA Robot alarm KRC0440?

Attempting to start program execution or activate motion commands while controller is in MAN (Manual) mode instead of AUT (Automatic) mode. RCP or stationary KCP operation initiated without switching the mode selector to AUT position. Teaching pendant mode selector switch is positioned on MAN instead of AUT. Trying to execute a program or robot motion from a remote interface while the controller mode is not set to automatic operation. Mode change command was not completed before attempting the restricted operation.

How do I fix KUKA Robot alarm KRC0440?

1. Verify the current controller mode on the teach pendant or control interface display 2. Locate the mode selector switch on the teach pendant or control panel and switch it from MAN to AUT position 3. Ensure the mode switch transition is complete and the controller has registered the mode change before retry 4. Confirm that the operation being attempted actually requires AUT mode per the KUKA programming manual 5. Check for any interlocks or safety conditions that may be preventing the mode change to AUT 6. If using RCP or stationary KCP, verify the hardware mode selector is functioning correctly and making solid electrical contact

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Alarm KRC0440

KUKA Robot KRC0440 - ACTIVE ALLOWED IN <mode> ONLY

This alarm indicates that an operation or function is being executed in an incorrect controller mode. For Remote Control Panel (RCP) and stationary KCP (teach pendant), the controller must be in AUT (Automatic) mode to perform the requested action. The system has detected an attempt to execute an operation that requires AUT mode while the controller is in a different mode such as MAN (Manual) or TEST.

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KRC0440

KUKA Robot KRC0440 - ACTIVE ALLOWED IN <mode> ONLY

ACTIVE ALLOWED IN <mode> ONLY

Common Causes

Attempting to start program execution or activate motion commands while controller is in MAN (Manual) mode instead of AUT (Automatic) mode
RCP or stationary KCP operation initiated without switching the mode selector to AUT position
Teaching pendant mode selector switch is positioned on MAN instead of AUT
Trying to execute a program or robot motion from a remote interface while the controller mode is not set to automatic operation
Mode change command was not completed before attempting the restricted operation

Troubleshooting Steps

1Verify the current controller mode on the teach pendant or control interface display
2Locate the mode selector switch on the teach pendant or control panel and switch it from MAN to AUT position
3Ensure the mode switch transition is complete and the controller has registered the mode change before retry
4Confirm that the operation being attempted actually requires AUT mode per the KUKA programming manual
5Check for any interlocks or safety conditions that may be preventing the mode change to AUT
6If using RCP or stationary KCP, verify the hardware mode selector is functioning correctly and making solid electrical contact

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