Operation Manual

3.2 Manual Control Mode

Manual turning operations

The “manual” menu group includes G functions, simple longitudinal

and transverse turning, and manual NC programs written by the

machine tool builder.

Simple longitudinal and transverse turning operations:

U Select Manual > Constant feed

U Select the direction of feed (“Constant feed” dialog box)

U Control the feed rate with the cycle keys

To run a G function:

U Select Manual > G function

U Enter the G number (“G function” dialog box)

U Enter the function parameters

U Press OK: The G function is executed

The following G functions are permitted:

 G30 – Rear-face machining

 G710 – Adding tool dimensions

 G602..G699 – PLC functions

Manual NC programs

Depending on the configuration of a lathe, the machine manufacturer

can includes NC programs supporting the machinist in manually

operating the lathe (Example: Switching to rear-face machining).

U Select “Manual”

U Select the desired Manual NC program from the menu

U The control loads the NC program and displays it

U Cycle Start activates the NC program

With “constant speed,” a feed rate per revolution must be

defined.