Code 701411: Mist collector water level overflow
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Chiron Siemens-Control CNC has triggered a critical Mist collector water level overflow 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
Float switch "Water level overflow" on the exhaust fan has responded (signal state (0)). After activating the system, the overflow is monitored only after the time set in the variable timer (VT 14) has elapsed. [Default = 30 seconds]. The error message is output immediately and the "fresh water" valve is switched off. The exhaust fan is not switched off. Feed Stop as soon as one of the following states occurs. Tool change ( M06 ) Z-axis at position 0 End of program / work area change 1. Check whether the fresh water supply to the mist collector (exhaust fan) has been correctly established: Hand valve still open, „Fresh water“ valve defective (stuck), etc. 2. Check the „Water level overflow“ float switch on the exhaust fan and the associated PLC input signal. 3. As soon as the malfunction has been remedied, press [FEED START] or [CYCLE START]: Message is cleared. As long as the error is pending, the exhaust fan cannot be switched off with the [Exhaust fan] key.
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 701411 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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