Simple Workpiece Machining; Traversing Axes - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

13.5

Simple workpiece machining

In "Manual Machine", you machine workpieces directly without creating a program.
Functions
The following functions are available to you for machining in manual mode:
● Axis movements
● Taper turning
● Straight (face and longitudinal turning) and circle
13.5.1

Traversing axes

For preparatory actions and simple traversing movements, input the parameters directly into
the "Manual Machine" input fields of the basic screen.
Tool selection
Tool selection
Machining
Turning
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Note
Tool, spindle speed and direction of spindle rotation are activated with <CYCLE START>.
A change in feedrate immediately becomes active.
1. "Manual Machine" is active.
2. Select the desired tool in "T".
3. Enter the feedrate (F) and the spindle speed (S).
4. Select the direction of spindle rotation (e.g. clockwise direction of
rotation):
- OR -
Set the direction of rotation via the machine control panel.
5. Press the <CYCLE START> key.
The spindle starts immediately after the tool is selected.
Note:
Please refer to the machine manufacturer's specifications.
Working with Manual Machine
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