Automatic mode
6.1 Automatic mode
Cylindrical grinding
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Operating sequence
Select Automatic mode by pressing the <Automatic> key on the machine control panel.
The Automatic start screen appears, displaying the position, feedrate, spindle, and tool
values, as well as the currently active block.
Figure 6-2
Automatic start screen
Parameter
Table 6- 1
Description of the parameters in the working window
Parameter
Explanation
MCS
X
Z
Displays the existing axes in the MCS or WCS
+ X
- Z
If you traverse an axis in the positive (+) or negative () direction, a plus or minus sign
will appear in the relevant field.
If the axis is already in the required position, no sign is displayed.
Position
mm
These fields display the current position of the axes in the MCS or WCS.
Distance-to-
go
These fields display the current position of the axes in the MCS or WCS.
G function
Displays important G functions
Spindle S
r.p.m.
Displays the actual value and the setpoint of the spindle speed.
Feed F
mm/min or
mm/rev
Displays the path feedrate actual value and setpoint.