What does Mazak alarm 222 mean?

Mazak alarm 222 is "AFC OVERLOAD". The load on the spindle cannot be reduced, even though the feed override was reduced using the AFC function. Error type: Machine (PLC) — machine failure. Machine state: Feed hold — feed stopped, machine ready.

How do I fix and clear Mazak alarm 222?

Check if the tool has worn out and applies an extra load. Reduce the cutting load. Clearing procedure: Fix cause → press RESET.

ALARMSMazatrol Assistant

CRITICALAlarm code

222

AFC OVERLOAD

What it means

The load on the spindle cannot be reduced, even though the feed override was reduced using the AFC function.

What to do

1Check if the tool has worn out and applies an extra load.
2Reduce the cutting load.

Codebook — decoded

FError typeMachine (PLC) — machine failure

KStop statusFeed hold — feed stopped, machine ready

OClearingFix cause → press RESET

Still faulted after these steps? Do not restart under load — ask the Mazatrol assistant.

Still stuck? Ask the Mazatrol assistant →