Applicable Systems
Series 0i
Series 16/18/21
Alpha
Beta
Symptoms
An invalid tool number was specified. Alarm 013 is displayed on the CNC screen.
Possible Causes
- Programming error in the CNC part program
- Incorrect G/M code usage
- Parameter or offset data invalid
- Program format or syntax error
Troubleshooting Steps
- Step 1: Check the CNC alarm screen for alarm 013 details
Alarm message displayed with cause description - Step 2: Review the CNC part program for the block that caused the alarm
The problematic block is identified - Step 3: Correct the program, parameter, or offset data as indicated
The corrected value is accepted without error - Step 4: Press RESET to clear the alarm and re-run the program
Alarm clears and program runs without error
How to Reset
Press the RESET key on the CNC operator panel to clear the alarm after correcting the cause.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What does Fanuc alarm 013 mean?
Improper T Code: An invalid tool number was specified.
- Q: How do I clear Fanuc alarm 013?
Correct the underlying cause (usually a program or parameter error), then press RESET on the CNC operator panel to clear the alarm.
Source: Fanuc 0i/0iMate Alarm Code List, FANUC Corporation
Category: CNC