CHAPTER 9: MALFUNCTIONS
ALPHA ST 320
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1.22 Alarm 27 – Pusher Can Not Push Bar
e 2 7 : P U S H E R C A N N O T
Alarm27:
P U S H B A R !
Description :
If the interface implements a start signal from the bar feeder to the lathe, then the
part length is checked BEFORE the chuck on the lathe closes. If the length is too
short then this alarm occurs (The difference to Alarm 17 is that Alarm 27 already
occurs before the chuck is closed. This is only possible if the interface includes a
start signal from the bar feeder to the lathe.).
Solution :
Check the value of parameter F2.
Make sure nothing is blocking the pusher.
1.23 Alarm 31 – Position Error
e 3 1 : P O S I T I O N E R R O R !
Alarm31:
S A F E T I M E R E L A P S E D !
Description :
This alarm occurs if the loading flag does not reach its forward position during
loading within a predetermined time limit.
Solution :
Check for a mechanical obstacle preventing the loading flag from traveling
forward.
1.24 Alarm 32 – Loading Safety Time Elapsed
e 3 2 : L O A D I N G S A F E T Y
Alarm32:
T I M E E L A P S E D !
Description :
This alarm occurs if the newly loaded bar does not reach the top-cut position
within a predetermined time limit.
Solution :
Clean burrs/chamfer bar end.
Check for a mechanical obstacle preventing the loading flag from traveling
forward.
Check value of parameter F5.