Positioning The Spindle - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

3.2.4

Positioning the spindle

Procedure
Note
You can use this function to position the spindle at a specific angle, e.g. during a tool
change.
• A stationary spindle is positioned via the shortest possible route.
• A rotating spindle is positioned as it continues to turn in the same direction.
Turning
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1. Select the "T,S,M" softkey in the "JOG" mode.
2. Select the "Stop Pos." setting in the "Spindle M function" field.
The "Stop Pos." entry field appears.
3. Enter the desired spindle stop position.
The spindle position is specified in degrees.
4. Press the <CYCLE START> key.
The spindle is moved to the desired position.
Working in manual mode
3.2 Selecting a tool and spindle
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