Modes And Mode Groups; General - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

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4.3 Modes and mode groups

4.3 Modes and mode groups
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.
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5. Press the "User enable" softkey.
The "User Agreement" window opens.
It shows a list of all machine axes with their current position and SI
position.
6. Position the cursor in the "Acknowledgement" field for the axis in ques‐
tion.
7. Activate the acknowledgement with the <SELECT> key.
The selected axis is marked with an "x" meaning "safely referenced" in
the "Acknowledgement" column.
By pressing the <SELECT> key again, you deactivate the acknowl‐
edgement again.
Press the <JOG> key.
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