Code 701948: Loading not possible from the gate
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Chiron Siemens-Control CNC has triggered a critical Loading not possible from the gate 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
Loading a tool in one of the magazines was started, but the allocation in the tool gate is not yet correct. Tool is in the tool gate, but there is still no data at this place. There is no tool in the tool gate, but there is still data at this place. Tool loading is not started. 1. Cancel the operation with [Reset]. Press the [Stop/Start (Reset)] key for longer than 3 seconds. 2. Check the allocation of the tool gate: Tool present in the tool gate. Data available in the tool management WART2. 3. Restart tool loading. 4. Check the PLC input signal "Tool present in tool gate". 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.
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 701948 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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