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KUKA Error 1355 — ENABLING SWITCH REQUIRED

Displayed as KSS01355 on KRC4 / KRC5 controllers

KUKA 1355 (“ENABLING SWITCH REQUIRED”): The enabling switch was not pressed. First check: Press the enabling switch. Likely part: KCP (KCP teach pendant (KUKA Control Panel)).

Updated 2026-09-09 · LogrobotLM reference

Cause

The enabling switch was not pressed. Several keys were pressed simultaneously on the KCP. In modes T1 or T2, one of the enabling switches on the back of the KCP must also be pressed when the start keys (forwards [+] and backwards [--]) or one of the direction keys are pressed.

Effect

The command is not processed.

Troubleshooting

Press the enabling switch.

Part to check / replace

KUKA 1355 points to the hardware below — start here before ordering.

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