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Code 10203: [Channel %1: ] NC start without reference point (action=%2<ALNX>)

Issue Description & Safety Warning

The Siemens SINUMERIK 840D CNC has triggered a critical [Channel %1: ] NC start without reference point (action=%2<ALNX>) alarm. Immediate attention from a qualified operator or maintenance technician is required to prevent secondary damage to the equipment or spoiled parts during the manufacturing cycle. Always ensure standard safety and LOTO procedures are followed before accessing electrical cabinets.

Official Troubleshooting Steps

Parameters: %1 = Channel number %2 = Action number/action name Definitions: NC start has been activated in the MDI or AUTO MATIC mode and at least one axis that needs to be referenced has not reached its reference point. Reaction: Interface signals are set. Alarm display. Remedy: Please inform the authorized personnel/service department. Via the channel-specific MD20700: $MC_REFP_NC_START_LOCK (NC Start without reference point) you can decide whether or not the axis has to be referenced before NC Start. The st art of referencing can be enabled channel-specific or axis-specific. Channel-specific reference point approach: The risi ng edge of the NC/PLC interface signal DB21-30 DBX1.0 (Activate referencing) st arts an automatic sequence which star ts the axes of the channel in the same sequence as specified in the ax is-specific MD34110 $MA_ REFP_CYCLE_NR (axis sequence channel-specific referencing). 0: The axis does not participate in channel-specific referencing, but it must be referenced for NC Start, -1: The axis does not participate in channel-specific referencing, but it need not be referenced for NC Start, 1- 8: Starting sequence for the channel-specific referencing (simultaneous start at the same no.), 1 - 31: CPU type Axis-specific referencing: Press the direction key that corresponds to the approach direction in the axis-specific MD34010 $MA_REFP_CAM_MDIR_IS _MINUS (reference point approach in minus direction). Program Continuation: Clear alarm with NC ST ART or RESET key and continue the program.

Source: SINUMERIK 840D sl / 840Di sl / SINAMICS S120 Diagnostics Manual (DAsl, 03/2009)

Last reviewed: 2026-07-01 · Verified against the manufacturer’s official documentation.

About Siemens SINUMERIK 840D CNC Alarms

Siemens controllers include extensive self-diagnostics that flag or halt the machine when a fault is detected. Error code 10203 on the SINUMERIK 840D CNC identifies one specific fault condition — its documented cause and the official corrective steps are listed above, sourced from Siemens's service documentation. Always confirm against the manual for your exact machine configuration and follow LOTO procedures before servicing.

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