Code 700131: Center divider not connected
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Chiron Siemens-Control CNC has triggered a critical Center divider not connected alarm. Immediate attention from a qualified operator or maintenance technician is required to prevent secondary damage to the equipment or spoiled parts during the manufacturing cycle. Always ensure standard safety and LOTO procedures are followed before accessing electrical cabinets.
Official Troubleshooting Steps
The option “pendulum mode“ or “Program number selection“ has been selected on the machine but the centre divider is not plugged in. The PLC input signal "Centre divider plugged" is not present. Feed Stop 1. Plug in the connecting plug of the centre divider. 2. Check the PLC input signal "Centre divider plugged". If one of the options “Pendulum mode“ or “Program number selection“ has been selected, the centre divider must be plugged in.
Source: CHIRON Error Message Overview, all series (Siemens control, V2.0.6, 2012)
Last reviewed: 2026-07-01 · Verified against the manufacturer’s official documentation.
About Chiron Siemens-Control CNC Alarms
Chiron controllers include extensive self-diagnostics that flag or halt the machine when a fault is detected. Error code 700131 on the Siemens-Control CNC identifies one specific fault condition — its documented cause and the official corrective steps are listed above, sourced from Chiron's service documentation. Always confirm against the manual for your exact machine configuration and follow LOTO procedures before servicing.
Complete Alarm List: 545 Chiron Siemens-Control CNC codes.
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