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Siemens 4022 - Axis : axis container switch not allowed: ext. work offset active
The axis container switch enable cannot be given because an external zero offset is active Control reaction: Interpreter stop NC Start disable in this channel. Interface signals are set. Alarm display. NC Stop on alarm.
4022
Siemens 4022 - Axis : axis container switch not allowed: ext. work offset active
Axis: axis container switch not allowed: ext. work offset active
The axis container switch enable cannot be given because an external zero offset is active Control reaction: Interpreter stop NC Start disable in this channel. Interface signals are set. Alarm display. NC Stop on alarm.
Safety
- Only qualified personnel should diagnose and clear control alarms; follow the machine builder's safety procedures and lockout/tagout where hardware work is required.
Common Causes
- The axis container switch enable cannot be given because an external zero offset is active
Troubleshooting Steps
- 1The program must be aborted with the RESET key and the external zero point offset deselected before the container is advanced.
- 2Clear alarm with the RESET key. Restart part program
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