Siemens G120C Error 6166: A time monitoring error (timeout) was identified when receiving the PROFIsafe telegram.

Siemens G120C drive · taken from the manufacturer’s manual, pages cited

Fault code6166

A time monitoring timeout was detected during reception of the PROFIsafe telegram on the Siemens G120C. The manual lists no action for this code.

Model
Siemens G120C
Display shows
6166
Type
Fault code
Source
Manual p. 677

What 6166 means

A time monitoring error (timeout) was identified when receiving the PROFIsafe telegram. p. 677

Common causes

  • - check the configuration and communication at the PROFiSafe slave. p. 677

If 6166 is still not resolved

  • contact service / dealer p. 4
    “Warning concept This Manual contains information which you must observe to ensure your own personal safety as well as to avoid material damage.”
  • contact service / dealer p. 12
    “WARNING Danger to life if the safety instructions and residual risks are not observed”
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