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1.
Draw the required shape on paper to some convenient scale.
2.
Refer to the Segment Chart and divide the shape into straight line and arc segments.
3.
Decide on the operation sequence and mark any other operations such as turning torch on
or off, or delay.
4.
Number all the segments in sequence, including other operations if any, and make a table with
required data. Example for a clockwise circle starting from the top: (dimensions described for
metric version)
Segment Number Type Quadrant Dimensions
1.
1
1 300 (30 mm)
2.
1
4 300 (30 mm)
3.
1
3 300 (30 mm)
4.
1
2 300 (30 mm)
5.
With the machine powered up and pendant plugged in, select which shape number this will be -
say we want No. 3.
Push C : display reads “Shape No._”
Push 3 for No. 3, press Enter key (backward arrow)
The program is now in Shape no. 3
6.
Push A : display reads “Total segments ?”
Push 4 for 4 segments and Enter.
Display reads “1. Type?” waiting for Segment 1 data.
7.
Push 1 for type, clockwise arc. (Refer to the table prepared).
Display reads “Quadrant?”
Push 1 for quadrant 1.
Display reads “mm x 10”
Push 3, 0, 0, Enter, for 300, which is 30.0 mm.
Segment 1 has now been entered, display reads “2. Type ?”, asking for data for segment 2.
8.
Repeat above steps to enter data for all segments, in sequence.
Display will read “Ready” after all segments are entered.
The shape program is now stored in memory as shape no. 3, and the machine is ready
to cut the shape.
SHAPE PROGRAMMING
