How to fix Chiron Siemens-Control CNC error code 701618?

Q: How to fix Chiron Siemens-Control CNC error code 701618?

A tool has been deposited in the background magazine or in the magazine chain, but it was noticed that the PLC input signal “No tool available in the tool gripper“ is not indicating. After depositing a tool, the sensor is checked for the signal status (1) with opened tool gripper and the tool gripper in the home position. Error messages Tool change Check sensor: >No tool present (tool gripper)< The tool change procedure is stopped. 1. Check sensor and PLC input signal "No tool in the tool gripper". 2. As soon as the malfunction is remedied, press one of the following keys: [FEED START] [CYCLE START] Message is cleared. The diagnostic overview of the sensor signals can be found under: Chapter 2.2 ‘Tool changer diagnostics menu’ on page 11

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Código 701618: Check sensor: >No tool present (tool gripper)<

Descripción del problema y advertencia de seguridad

El Chiron Siemens-Control CNC ha desencadenado una alarma crítica Check sensor: >No tool present (tool gripper)<. Se requiere la atención inmediata de un operador calificado o técnico de mantenimiento para evitar daños secundarios al equipo o piezas estropeadas durante el ciclo de fabricación. Asegúrese siempre de seguir los procedimientos de seguridad estándar y LOTO antes de acceder a los armarios eléctricos.

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A tool has been deposited in the background magazine or in the magazine chain, but it was noticed that the PLC input signal “No tool available in the tool gripper“ is not indicating. After depositing a tool, the sensor is checked for the signal status (1) with opened tool gripper and the tool gripper in the home position. Error messages Tool change Check sensor: >No tool present (tool gripper)< The tool change procedure is stopped. 1. Check sensor and PLC input signal "No tool in the tool gripper". 2. As soon as the malfunction is remedied, press one of the following keys: [FEED START] [CYCLE START] Message is cleared. The diagnostic overview of the sensor signals can be found under: Chapter 2.2 ‘Tool changer diagnostics menu’ on page 11

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.

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Los controladores industriales construidos por Chiron están diseñados con amplios sistemas de diagnóstico para proteger los circuitos internos y los enlaces mecánicos. Cuando un Siemens-Control CNC arroja un código de error como 701618, generalmente indica un desajuste entre los valores ordenados y la retroalimentación real del sensor.

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