Code 146: NOT AUTO MODE
Issue Description & Safety Warning
The Mazak Mazatrol Matrix CNC has triggered a critical NOT AUTO MODE 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
Cause: The cycle start button was pressed when the machine was not in the automatic mode. Action: Change the mode to the automatic and then restart the machine.
Source: Mazak Mazatrol Matrix — Parameter List, M-Codes, Alarm Manual (Section 3 Alarm)
Last reviewed: 2026-07-01 · Verified against the manufacturer’s official documentation.
About Mazak Mazatrol Matrix CNC Alarms
Mazak controllers include extensive self-diagnostics that flag or halt the machine when a fault is detected. Error code 146 on the Mazatrol Matrix CNC identifies one specific fault condition — its documented cause and the official corrective steps are listed above, sourced from Mazak's service documentation. Always confirm against the manual for your exact machine configuration and follow LOTO procedures before servicing.
Complete Alarm List: 714 Mazak Mazatrol Matrix CNC codes.
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