Sinumerik Alarm 16798 Channel %1 block %2 axis %3 is following axis and prohibits axis container rotation


Sinumerik Alarm 16798 Channel %1 block %2 axis %3 is following axis and prohibits axis container rotation

Parameters:
%1 = Channel number
%2 = Block number, label %
3 = Axis name, spindle number

Definitions:
The programmed axis/spindle is active as a slave axis/spindle in a coupling. When the coupling is active, the axis container cannot be rotated.

Reactions:
– Alarm display.
– Interface signals are set.
– Correction block is reorganized.

Remedy:
Modify part program. Deactivate the coupling(s) for this axis/spindle before rotating the axis container or execute the axis container rotation at a later time.

Program Continuation:
Clear alarm with NC START or RESET key and continue the program.

References

  1. Siemens Diagnostics Guide by Siemens
Sinumerik Alarm 16798 Channel %1 block %2 axis %3 is following axis and prohibits axis container rotation