Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl Error Code 600197

Siemens Sinumerik CNC Major PLC User Alarm

Model: 840D sl | Code: 600197

Applicable Systems
SINUMERIK 840D SINUMERIK 840D sl SINUMERIK 840Di SINUMERIK ONE

Symptoms

A PLC user alarm has been triggered by the machine tool builder's PLC program. Alarm 600197 is displayed.

Possible Causes

  • Machine tool builder PLC logic fault
  • Machine interlock or safety circuit fault
  • PLC I/O module hardware fault
  • PLC communication bus error

Troubleshooting Steps

  1. Step 1: Read the alarm text on the Sinumerik HMI for PLC alarm 600197
    PLC alarm message displayed with cause description
  2. Step 2: Check the machine tool builder's PLC alarm list for the specific code
    Alarm cause and corrective action identified
  3. Step 3: Investigate the PLC input/output associated with the alarm
    Faulty sensor, actuator, or interlock identified
  4. Step 4: Correct the fault and acknowledge the alarm with RESET
    Alarm clears after correction

How to Reset

Correct the fault as described in the machine builder's PLC alarm list, then press RESET on the HMI to acknowledge. Refer to the machine-specific operating manual for the PLC alarm meaning.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • Q: What does Siemens PLC alarm 600197 mean?

    This is a machine tool builder PLC user alarm from the Siemens Sinumerik 840D sl system. The specific meaning depends on the machine builder's PLC program.

  • Q: How do I find the meaning of PLC alarms?

    PLC alarms (600000 series) are defined by the machine tool builder, not by Siemens. Refer to the machine-specific PLC alarm list in the machine's operating manual.

Related Siemens Sinumerik Fault Codes

Source: Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl PLC Alarm List (Machine Builder Specific), Siemens AG

Category: CNC