Code 700204: Thermocontrol max. temperature exceeded
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Chiron Siemens-Control CNC has triggered a critical Thermocontrol max. temperature exceeded 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 maximum temperature has been exceeded on ascertaining the temperatures. Feed Stop Read-in enable missing. 1. Check the currently measured temperature. 2. Check the set maximum temperature limit. Error messages Compensation Thermocontrol max. temperature exceeded 3. Check sensors (measure resistance). 4. Check TMU module. 5. Press [RESET] key. Message is cleared. The menu can be found under: Chapter 2.10 ‘Thermocontrol’ on page 12
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 700204 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.
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