Alarm 700035 - Spindle tool release timed out

What does 700035 mean?

This alarm indicates that the tool release process for the spindle has taken longer than the allotted monitoring time, resulting in a failure to release the tool. This can be caused by various electrical, mechanical, or pneumatic issues.

• The input state of I1.5 on interface X101 on the PPU is not normal.
• The connection of pin 7 on interface X101 on the PPU is loose or broken.
• Pin 10 of interface X101 on the PPU is not properly connected to 0 V.
• The tool release monitoring timer (T19) in the PLC is incorrectly set.
• Insufficient air pressure is supplied to the system.
• The spindle tool release switch is not working correctly.

Click steps to track your progress.

1. 1

   Using PLC status monitoring, check if the input state of I1.5 on interface X101 is normal.

2. 2

   Inspect interface X101 on the back of the PPU and ensure the connection of pin 7 is secure and not broken.

3. 3

   Verify that pin 10 of interface X101 is properly connected to 0 V (ground).

4. 4

   Check if the air pressure supply is sufficient for tool release operations.

5. 5

   Test the spindle tool release switch for proper operation and ensure it is not stuck or faulty.

6. 6

   Press the specified key on the MCP (Machine Control Panel) to cancel the alarm after addressing the underlying fault.