Drive lock on spindle, SS2 reaction active

What does 231-A097 mean?

This error indicates that a spindle drive was locked. This occurs when an attempt was made to switch on a spindle drive while the guard door was open, AND a Stop 2 (SS2) reaction was active for the spindle, or due to an internal software error.

• Attempt to switch on a spindle drive while the guard door was open and a Stop 2 (SS2) reaction was active for the spindle.
• Safety function SS2 is still active or in an abnormal state for the spindle.
• Internal software error.

Click steps to track your progress.

1. 1

   Ensure the guard door is closed before attempting to switch on the spindle drive.

2. 2

   Verify that the Stop 2 (SS2) reaction for the spindle has fully completed and reset before attempting to enable the drive.

3. 3

   Check the software version of the controller and update it if a known issue related to SS2 management exists.

4. 4

   Review the safety program logic to ensure proper handling of spindle drive enable requests during and after an SS2 condition.