Code 700251: Main spindle not in position (1)
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Chiron Siemens-Control CNC has triggered a critical Main spindle not in position (1) 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
To execute the tool changing functions, the spindle must be in the corresponding position. A tool change is pending, but the spindle is not in the "tool change position". "Position spindle" was output (M19, SPOS or tool change), but the "Spindle in position" signal is not registered. On changing the probe, the tool to be deposited is positioned to 0 degrees, but the "Software position switch" does not register. On changing an "HSK tool" it is positioned to 300 degrees, but the "Software position switch" does not register. On changing an "HSK tool" it is positioned to 300 degrees, but the "Software position switch" does not register. While coupling the amplification motor of the main spindle. The position is monitored in the PLC. (Tolerance +/- 0.0035°) On changing the probe, the tool to be deposited is positioned to 0 degrees, but the "Software position switch" does not register. The error has the following effect: Feed Stop No axis movements possible. Read disable Control reads no further program blocks into memory. Desired function is not executed. Error messages Tool spindle Main spindle not in position (1) 1. Check the software position switches of the spindle. 2. Check spindle enable and spindle signals. 3. Check drive controller. 4. As soon as the malfunction is remedied, press one of the following keys: [RESET] [CYCLE START] Message is cleared. Information about the tool change positions and the software position switches can be found in the chapters: Tool changer change positions Tool change position (software position switch)
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 700251 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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