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

18311

Siemens 18311 - Block frame: illegal instruction

Block frame: illegal instruction

An attempt was made to read or write a frame which does not exist Control reaction: Interpreter stop NC Start disable in this channel. Interface signals are set. Alarm display. NC Stop on alarm.

Safety

  • Only qualified personnel should diagnose and clear control alarms; follow the machine builder's safety procedures and lockout/tagout where hardware work is required.

Common Causes

  • An attempt was made to read or write a frame which does not exist

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. 1Modify part program.
  2. 2Clear alarm with the RESET key. Restart part program Continuation: Alarms

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