Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual page 554

Multi-channel support
10.2 Multi-channel editor
Settings for a program block
Display
Text
Spindle
Addit. run-in code
Automat. retraction
Procedure
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Meaning
Block designation
S1

S2

Spindle assignment. Defines at which spindle a program block is to be
executed.
Yes

For the case that the block is not executed, as the specified spindle should
not be processed, then it is possible to temporarily activate a so-called
"Addit. run-in code".
No

Yes

Block start and block end are moved to the tool change point, i.e. the tool
is brought into a safe range.
No

1. Select the "Program manager" operating area.
2. Select the storage location and create a program or open a program.
The program editor is opened.
3. Select the required program blocks, which you wish to combine to form
a block.
4. Press the "Build group" softkey.
The "Build group" window is opened.
5. Enter a designation for the block, assign the spindle, if required, select
the Addit. run-in code and the automatic retraction and then press the
"OK" softkey.
Operating Manual, 02/2012, 6FC5398-8CP40-3BA0
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