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Trouble-
Shooting

Alarm 401 16/18/21 Series

n-th Axis VRDY Off

Alarm Code: 401

Alarm Name: n-th Axis VRDY Off
Description: The n-th axis servo amplifier READY signal (DRDY) went off. (n = X,Y,Z, etc.)

Alarm 401 indicates that the servo amplifier is either not turned on or the servo amplifier has dropped out
during operation.

Troubleshooting Steps:

1. Other Alarms
If another servo alarm (e.g., Alarm 414, 416, etc.) occurs along with Alarm 401, follow the
troubleshooting procedure for the other alarm. In this case, Alarm 401 is just a secondary message
due to the servo amplifier dropping out as a result of the primary alarm message.

2. Servo Amplifier LEDs

Check for alarm LEDs on the servo amplifier. If an LED is lit, go to the appropriate Servo
Maintenance Manual for troubleshooting information.

3. Servo Amplifier AC Power

Check the AC power input to verify if power is being applied to the servo amplifier. Proper voltage
levels are 200 – 230 VAC (+10%, -15%).

4. ESTOP Signal

Check if the ESTOP signal is applied to the servo amplifier.

4.1. For S series, this is 100VAC at T1 terminals 3-4. For C series and SVU-C servo amplifiers, this is
100VAC at T1 terminals 5-6. The spec is 100VAC (+10%, -15%). An overvoltage at this signal
can cause damage to the internal MCC contactor.

4.2. For all Alpha servo amplifiers, this is a 24VDC signal at CX4 pins 2 – 3. (On modular systems,
the CX4 connector is located on the PSM.)

4.3. Beta amplifiers use a 24VDC signal at JX5 pins 17 – 20.

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5. Cable
16/18/21 A/B/C only.

Check the servo command cable. An open connection on one of the conductors can result in this
alarm.

6. CNC Axis Module

Problem may exist in the CNC servo axis module. Replace the module which controls the axis in
alarm.

7. CNC Main PCB

16/18/21 A/B/C only.

Problem may exist in the Main PCB or Option 2 PCB, depending on which axis is in alarm. Replace
the PCB.