What causes Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 61196?

Parameter or machine data configuration error. Hardware fault on the NC or drive component. Part program error or illegal command. Communication fault between NC and drive or I/O modules. Software or firmware error requiring system restart.

How do I fix Siemens SINUMERIK alarm 61196?

1. Note the complete alarm text including any axis, channel, or block number values. 2. Check for related alarms active simultaneously in the SINUMERIK alarm list. 3. Power cycle the machine to clear transient faults. 4. Review the SINUMERIK machine data for parameters related to the alarm. 5. Consult the Siemens SINUMERIK alarm manual for alarm 61196 detailed remedy.

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Alarm 61196

Siemens 840D 61196 - Channel block: no swiveling in JOG --> 5 axis transformation and

Alarm 61196 occurs when 5-axis transformation and TOOLCARRIER functionality are simultaneously activated in the NCK, creating an incompatible kinematic configuration. This typically manifests during CYCLE800 execution or JOG operations when both 5AX (5-axis trafo) and tool carrier compensation are enabled without proper mutual exclusion.

Siemens SINUMERIKServo/AxisIntermediate30-120 minutes

61196

Siemens 840D 61196 - Channel block: no swiveling in JOG --> 5 axis transformation and

Channel block: no swiveling in JOG --> 5 axis transformation and

Root Cause Summary

Alarm 61196 occurs when 5-axis transformation and TOOLCARRIER functionality are simultaneously activated in the NCK, creating an incompatible kinematic configuration. This typically manifests during CYCLE800 execution or JOG operations when both 5AX (5-axis trafo) and tool carrier compensation are enabled without proper mutual exclusion.

Safety

Refer to Siemens documentation
Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Causes and Fixes

1
Access Diagnostics > Machine Data (MD) menu via HMI and navigate to MD21530 (TOOLCARRIER_ENABLE). Verify current setting and document it.
2
Check MD20050 array for 5-axis configuration activation. Cross-reference with CYCLE800 program to identify which transformation method was intended for the application.
Do not modify MD values while NC is running or during active program execution.
3
Disable one of the two methods: either set MD21530 = 0 (TOOLCARRIER off) if 5-axis trafo is required, or disable 5-axis transformation if tool carrier orientation is the intended kinematic model.
Changing kinematic machine data requires machine re-initialization and tool offset recalibration.
4
Clear alarm via NC RESET, perform warm restart (power cycle), and re-run CYCLE800 or JOG operation to confirm resolution.

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