Code 700629: Brake, magazine cover, not actuated (WAR axis)
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Chiron Siemens-Control CNC has triggered a critical Brake, magazine cover, not actuated (WAR axis) 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
"Release brake, magazine cover (WAR axis)" function was actuated, but within 0.5 seconds, no response came indicating that the brake was actuated. PLC input signal "Magazine cover brake actuated (WAR axis)" is not registered. Read disable Feed Stop "Release brake, magazine cover (WAR axis)" actuation is cancelled so that the motor is not constantly working against the clamping. 1. Check the PLC output signal "Release brake, magazine cover (WAR axis)" and the brake actuation. 2. Check the PLC input signal "Magazine cover brake actuated (WAR axis)". 3. Turn off the machine control with the key [Control OFF]. 4. Turn on the machine control with the key [Control ON]. 5. Press [RESET] key. Message is cleared. The error message "Drive not ready" can also appear as a consequential error.
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 700629 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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