Traversing Axes By A Variable Increment - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Operating Manual

Setting up the machine
2.9 Manual mode
2.9.3.2

Traversing axes by a variable increment

Proceed as follows
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Please also refer to the machine manufacturer's instructions.
1. Select the "Machine" operating area.
Press the "JOG" key.
2. Press the "Settings" softkey.
The "Settings for manual operation" window is opened.
3. Enter the desired value for the "Variable increment" parameter.
Example Enter 500 for a desired increment of 500 μm (0.5 mm).
4. Press the "Inc VAR" key.
5. Select the axis to be traversed.
6. Press the "+" or "-" key.
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Each time you press the key the selected axis is traversed by the set
increment.
Feedrate and rapid traverse override switches can be operative.
Operating Manual, 01/2008, 6FC5398-7AP10-0BA0
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