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PS0010 Improper G-Code

The program used a G-code that this control doesn't have, or that isn't turned on as an option.

Usually an operator fixFanuc 0i, 16i/18i/21i and 30i/31i/32i controls

What it means

The program used a G-code that this control doesn't have, or that isn't turned on as an option.

Common causes

  • A typo in the program
  • A program written for a different machine or control
  • A G-code from an option this machine doesn't have

What to check first

  1. Look at the block where the program stopped
  2. Check the G-code against your machine's manual
  3. Check your post processor settings

Lock out the machine before reaching into it. Never bypass a door switch or interlock to clear an alarm.

When to call a repair tech

Rarely needs a tech. If a G-code that always worked suddenly gives this alarm, the control may have lost option settings after a memory loss.

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Quick answers

What does Fanuc alarm PS0010 mean?

The program used a G-code that this control doesn't have, or that isn't turned on as an option.

What causes Fanuc alarm PS0010?

A typo in the program. A program written for a different machine or control. A G-code from an option this machine doesn't have.

How do I fix Fanuc alarm PS0010?

Look at the block where the program stopped. Check the G-code against your machine's manual. Check your post processor settings. Rarely needs a tech. If a G-code that always worked suddenly gives this alarm, the control may have lost option settings after a memory loss.

Alarm numbers and text can differ by control model, software version and machine builder. This page is a starting point from people who have worked on these machines, not a replacement for your machine builder's manual.

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