16153

PROFIsafe watchdog timed out

ABB · PB610 Panel Builder 600 Programming Software

What does 16153 mean?

The PROFIsafe watchdog timer for the I/O module has expired, indicating a loss of cyclic communication or a prolonged period without expected safety messages from the F-Host. This can be due to network delays or a module responsiveness issue. This is a severity 3 error.

Common Causes

  • The PROFIsafe safety communication has not been refreshed within the expected time interval.
  • Failure to receive periodic safety heartbeats from a connected device.
  • Communication interruption affecting timely safety updates.
  • Device offline or experiencing communication issues.

Repair Steps & Checklist

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  1. 1

    Restart the I/O module to re-establish communication.

  2. 2

    If the error persists, increase the configured PROFIsafe watchdog time in the F-Host settings.

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