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Fanuc 485 - Fssb axis assignment error
The FSSB 485 alarm indicates a mismatch between the axis configuration defined in the CNC parameters and the actual physical servo amplifiers connected on the FSSB network. This typically occurs when the axis assignment in parameter settings does not match the amplifier ID settings or physical cable connections on the serial servo bus.
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Fanuc 485 - Fssb axis assignment error
FSSB AXIS ASSIGNMENT ERROR
An FSSB (Fanuc Serial Servo Bus) error has been detected related to fssb axis assignment error. The serial bus communication between the CNC and servo amplifiers is affected.
Root Cause Summary
The FSSB 485 alarm indicates a mismatch between the axis configuration defined in the CNC parameters and the actual physical servo amplifiers connected on the FSSB network. This typically occurs when the axis assignment in parameter settings does not match the amplifier ID settings or physical cable connections on the serial servo bus.
Safety
- Verify corrected program or parameters before resuming machining
Causes and Fixes
- 1
Power off the machine and locate the axis ID switches on each servo amplifier (typically rotary switches labeled 0-7 on the amplifier front).
Lockout/Tagout required. Verify all power is removed before opening amplifier cabinet.
- 2
Document current switch settings for all amplifiers and compare to parameter 8150 series (FSSB axis assignment). Each axis number should appear only once.
- 3
Correct any duplicate or incorrect axis ID switch settings to match the intended axis configuration in your parameters.
- 4
Power up the system and verify alarm clears. Check all axes respond correctly using manual pulse generator or JOG mode.
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