Siemens SINUMERIK codes
Siemens SINUMERIKServo/AxisBasic10-20 minutes

61413

Siemens 840D 61413 - Channel block: check setpoint of ball diameter, _SETVAL<=0

Channel block: check setpoint of ball diameter, _SETVAL<=0

The alarm is triggerd by the following cycles: CYCLE997 Remedy: Check setpoint value of spherical diameter.

Safety

  • Refer to Siemens documentation
  • Ensure qualified technician performs repairs

Common Causes

  • Ball diameter setpoint parameter configured with zero or negative value in CYCLE997
  • Incorrect parameter entry during cycle setup or part program initialization
  • Parameter corruption or loss of backup data after power cycle or system reset
  • Tool offset or geometry table entry referencing invalid ball diameter value

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. 1Verify the ball diameter setpoint parameter in the active part program and confirm it contains a positive numerical value greater than zero
  2. 2Review CYCLE997 parameter input in the part program block referenced in the alarm message and correct any negative values or zero entries
  3. 3Check machine parameter settings and tool offset tables to ensure ball diameter values are properly configured with positive values
  4. 4Clear the alarm, re-enter the correct positive ball diameter setpoint value, and restart the cycle execution
  5. 5If parameter corruption is suspected, restore machine parameters from backup or reload the part program from a verified source

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