Siemens SINUMERIK codes
Siemens SINUMERIKServo/AxisIntermediate30-60 minutes

61315

Siemens 840D 61315 - Channel Block: Check position of cutting edge

Channel Block: Check position of cutting edge

Alarm is triggered: CYCLE972, CYCLE973, CYCLE974, CYCLE982, CYCLE994. Remedy: Check tool edge position (probe) in TO memory.

Safety

  • Refer to Siemens documentation
  • Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Common Causes

  • Tool offset (TO) memory contains incorrect probe position data for the cutting edge
  • Probe measurement was not executed or failed before cycle activation
  • Tool edge position values are outside acceptable tolerance range
  • TO memory corrupted or overwritten by previous tool change or offset adjustment
  • Probe sensor malfunction or calibration drift affecting edge detection

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. 1Verify probe measurement was performed and stored correctly in TO memory for the active tool; re-execute probe cycle if edge position data is missing or zero
  2. 2Compare current TO memory edge position values against tool documentation specifications and acceptable tolerance limits
  3. 3Manually inspect physical tool edge position and compare to stored offset values; perform manual probe measurement and update TO memory if discrepancy exists
  4. 4Clear and reinitialize tool offset data; re-measure tool edge position using CYCLE972, CYCLE973, or CYCLE974 as applicable to your setup
  5. 5If probe sensor is suspect, verify probe functionality with machine diagnostic tools and recalibrate sensor if drift is detected

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