Code 25022: Axis %1 encoder %2 warning %3
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Siemens SINUMERIK 840D CNC has triggered a critical Axis %1 encoder %2 warning %3 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 = Axis name, spindle number %2 = Encoder number %3 = Error fine coding Definitions: This alarm only occurs with absolute encoders: a. Warning notice of missing absolute encoder ad justment (on the SIMODRIVE 611D or with PROFIdrive drives), that is if MD34210 $MA_ENC_REFP_S TATE equals 0. In this case, fine error code 0 is returned. b. If, on the SIMODRIVE 611D only, zero mark monitoring has been activated for the absolute encoder (see MD36310 $MA_ENC_ZERO_MONITORING): In this case, the absolute position of the absolute encoder could not be read without error: Breakdown of fine error codes: (Bit 0 not used) Bit 1 Parity error Bit 2 Alarm bit of the encoder Bit 3 CRC error Bit 4 Timeout - start bit fo r EnDat transfer is missing This alarm is only displayed, as t he absolute position itself is not requi red at this time for control/contour. A frequent occurrance of this alarm indicates that the absolute encoder transfer or the absolute encoder itself is faulty, and that an incorrect absolute value could be determined in one of the next encoder selection or power on situations. Reaction: Alarm display. Remedy: a. Verify encoder adjustment (machine reference ) or readjust encoder. b. Replace the encoder, replace or screen the enc oder cable (or deactivate zero mark monitoring). Program Continuation: Clear alarm with the Delete key or NC START. Diagnostics Manual (DAsl), 03/2009
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 25022 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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