Operating Modes; General - Siemens SINUMERIK Series Operating Manual

4.3

Operating modes

4.3.1

General

You can work in three different operating modes.
"JOG" mode
"JOG" mode is used for the following preparatory actions:
● Approach reference point, i.e. the machine axis is referenced
● Preparing a machine for executing a program in automatic mode, i.e. measuring tools,
measuring the workpiece and, if necessary, defining the work offsets used in the program
● Traversing axes, e.g. during a program interruption
● Positioning axes
Select "JOG"
"REF POINT" operating mode
The "REF POINT" operating mode is used to synchronize the control and the machine. For
this purpose, you approach the reference point in "JOG" mode.
Selecting "REF POINT"
"REPOS" operating mode
The "REPOS" operating mode is used for repositioning to a defined position. After a program
interruption (e.g. to correct tool wear values) move the tool away from the contour in "JOG"
mode.
The distances traversed in "JOG" mode are displayed in the actual value window as the
"Repos" offset.
"REPOS" offsets can be displayed in the machine coordinate system (MCS) or workpiece
coordinate system (WCS).
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Press the <JOG> key.
Press the <REF POINT> key.
Setting up the machine
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