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  1. Gerber Sabre 408 Error Z Encoder/Motor

    Thanks for the reply. Any suggestion is very welcome. The Z-Axis has a single limit switch, with the second hardwired to be a s/c. The X, Y and Z axis limit switches and motor/encoders are identical. In theory it is possible to mix and match these to the Electrical Tower and the machine would...
  2. Gerber Sabre 408 Error Z Encoder/Motor

    Many thanks for the idea. I have the cover off and I can rotate the work and can confirm the motor is connected. All looks and behaves in a mechanically sound way. Before I get the long 'beep' the motor and screw does 'inch' down a small motor step. I have also checked the limit switch which...
  3. Gerber Sabre 408 Error Z Encoder/Motor

    I've downloaded various manuals from: https://www.service-manual.net/?download=57239-gerber-sabre-404-408-series-service-manual for $13. Unfortunately it doesn't have any of the PCB circuit diagrams for the boards in the Electrical Tower. So don't feel much further forward :-(
  4. Gerber Sabre 408 Error Z Encoder/Motor

    I'm a newbie to this machine and had it working for a short while. Recently, when turning on the machine I got the above error. I also have an illuminated Red LED for AMP FAULT. All the green LEDs are lit apart from SPIN #2 My background is in embedded systems (mix of electronics and software)...
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