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Siemens 4340 - Block invalid transformation type in transformation no.
An invalid, i.e. undefined, number was entered in one of the machine data TRAFO_TYPE_1. TRAFO_TYPE_8. This alarm also occurs if a certain type of transformation is only impossible on the type of control used (e.g. 5-axis transformation on a SINUMERIK 802D) Control reaction: Correction block is reorganized. Interface signals are set. Alarm display. NC Stop on alarm at block end.
4340
Siemens 4340 - Block invalid transformation type in transformation no.
Block invalid transformation type in transformation no.
An invalid, i.e. undefined, number was entered in one of the machine data TRAFO_TYPE_1. TRAFO_TYPE_8. This alarm also occurs if a certain type of transformation is only impossible on the type of control used (e.g. 5-axis transformation on a SINUMERIK 802D) Control reaction: Correction block is reorganized. Interface signals are set. Alarm display. NC Stop on alarm at block end.
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
- An invalid, i.e. undefined, number was entered in one of the machine data TRAFO_TYPE_1 ... TRAFO_TYPE_8.
- This alarm also occurs if a certain type of transformation is only impossible on the type of control used (e.g. 5-axis transformation on a SINUMERIK 802D)
Troubleshooting Steps
- 1Enter a valid transformation type.
- 2Clear alarm with the RESET key. Restart part program Continuation: Alarms
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