Siemens SINUMERIK codes
Siemens SINUMERIKProgram/G-codeIntermediate30-120 minutes

10260

Siemens 840D 10260 - [up to SW 3.x only] Channel

[up to SW 3.x only] Channel

Siemens SINUMERIK operator message 10260: [up to SW 3.x only] Channel. This is an informational message from the SINUMERIK control indicating a system status or operation result that may require operator action.

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 10260 is a legacy informational message specific to SINUMERIK 840D systems running software version 3.x or earlier. This alarm typically appears during channel-related operations or state changes and is not an error condition, but rather a system notification that requires acknowledgment or indicates a channel status transition.

Safety

  • Refer to Siemens documentation
  • Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Causes and Fixes

  1. 1

    Note the exact timing and operation being performed when the message appeared (mode change, program start, reset, etc.).

  2. 2

    Check the channel number indicated in %1 parameter and verify it corresponds to the channel you are operating.

  3. 3

    Acknowledge the message using the RECALL softkey or acknowledgment button on the HMI.

  4. 4

    If message appears repetitively during normal operations, document the sequence and consider software upgrade to SW 4.x or higher where this message handling is improved.

    Frequent repetitive messages may indicate underlying communication issues between NCK and HMI.

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