Description   
2.6 How do you replace the defective encoder? 
  Replacing an encoder for SIMOTICS S-1FK7 G2, S-1FG1 and S-1FT7 
34  Service Manual, 01/2018, A5E34676237B AC 
How do you replace the defective encoder? 
Note 
When replacing a defective encoder, only use the same type of encoder. It is not permissible 
to retrofit a motor with another encoder type.
Note 
When several encoders are involved, only replace the encoders individually and one after 
the other. In this way, you avoid interchanging encoders and using incorrect data.
You require: 
●  An encoder of the same type 
●  The appropriate tool for Allen screws or Torx screws 
Remove the defective encoder 
Procedure 
1.  Before removing the encoder, carefully check that the encoder and motor data have been 
backed up. 
You can find the motor and encoder data in directory: /user/sinamics/data/smi_data. The 
backup folder is designated with c012 (12=comp.no.). The backup folder contains:  
–  For DQI encoders, file "dqixe1.bin" (motor data) 
–  For encoders with SMI, files "smi20xe1.bin" (motor data) and "smi20xe2.bin" (encoder 
data) 
 
SINAMICS SW < 4.3 / SINUMERIK SW < 4.4 
SINAMICS from SW 4.3 / SINUMERIK SW 
from 4.4 
Before removing the encoder, backup the 
data of the electronic type plate correspond-
ing to Chapter "How do you backup the data 
of the electronic type plate? (Page 45)". 
The encoder data are automatically backed 
up when commissioning. You do not have to 
manually back up the data. 
2.  Bring the motor into a no-voltage condition. 
3.  If necessary, allow the motor to cool down. 
4.  Release the encoder cable .