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Check axis configuration

Access MOD function and verify machine parameters MP1010-MP1050 for axis assignments. Confirm B axis is configured as rotary axis type.

Use MP1020.x to verify the axis is set as rotary (value 1) versus linear (value 0)

Review protective zone settings

Navigate to Setup > Protective zones and check if any zones are active. Examine MP7440.x protective zone enable parameters.

Disabling protective zones removes collision protection - ensure alternative safety measures

Disable conflicting protective zones

Set MP7440.x = 0 for protective zones that conflict with B axis operation, or reconfigure zones to exclude B axis movement areas.

Consider using software limit switches (MP1080.x) instead of protective zones for rotary axis systems

Verify kinematic parameters

Check MP2010-MP2070 kinematic configuration parameters. Ensure B axis pivot point and orientation are correctly defined relative to machine coordinate system.

Use the TNC's kinematic simulation in Test Run mode to verify axis movements

Review tool length compensation

Examine MP7411 and related tool compensation parameters. Verify tool length vectors are properly calculated for rotary axis movements.

Incorrect kinematic setup can cause crashes during actual machining operations

Recalibrate kinematic model

Use Setup > Kinematic > Calibration function to re-establish proper B axis relationships. Update MP2040.x for B axis center point coordinates.

Document original parameter values before making changes for easy rollback

Check TRC settings

Review current tool table entries and verify radius values. Check if TRC is active during B axis movements using G41/G42 status.

Use the TNC's tool path simulation to visualize tool envelope during rotary movements

Modify programming approach

Cancel tool radius compensation (G40) before B axis movements, or restructure program to avoid TRC during rotary positioning.

Ensure part geometry compensation is maintained when disabling TRC

Adjust protective zone boundaries

Modify protective zone definitions in Setup menu to account for maximum tool envelope during B axis rotation with TRC active.

Calculate worst-case tool position using maximum tool radius plus B axis swing radius

Verify workspace parameters

Check MP7450 workspace monitoring enable and compare with MP1030.4 B axis software limits. Ensure consistent coordinate system usage.

Use Setup > Workspace to visualize current monitoring boundaries

Align monitoring systems

Coordinate MP7440.x protective zone settings with MP7450 workspace monitoring to eliminate conflicts in B axis coverage areas.

Inconsistent monitoring can create blind spots in collision protection

Test monitoring functionality

Use Test Run mode to verify protective zone and workspace monitoring operate correctly with B axis movements across full range.

Perform test with various tool lengths to ensure monitoring adapts properly