Encoder battery dead (_ecENCODER_BATTERY_DEAD)

What does 10038 mean?

This information message indicates that the battery backup supply for a Smart Absolute (Smart Abs) encoder has failed. This typically appears during startup or when the drive is enabled. A dead encoder battery means the absolute position information will be lost during power cycles, requiring re-homing or potentially causing incorrect startup positions.

Additional Steps

Steps 1–2 are listed in Priority Fix.

1. 3

   After battery replacement, ensure the encoder position is re-initialized or verified if necessary.