All alarm codes
ALARM 9

ABSOLUTE POSITION MALFUNCTION

The absolute position detection system has lost absolute position data.

Controls
Matrix, Matrix 2
Machine series
Integrex, Variaxis, Quick Turn

Causes

  1. The absolute position detection system has lost absolute position data.

How to clear it

  1. 1

    Require Mazak Technical Center or Technology Center to re-set the absolute position data.

Additional notes

Alarm No. + Axis are displayed in parentheses on the DIAGNOSIS-USER screen. Common cause not documented in the manual: encoder backup battery died after machine sat unpowered.

Confidence: high · Official Mazak Matrix manual.

First sourced: 5/21/2026