Creating A New Workpiece - Siemens SINUMERIK 840D sl Turning Operating Manual

Procedure
14.4.3

Creating a new workpiece

You can create various types of files such as main programs, initialization files, tool offsets, etc.
in a workpiece.
Note
Workpiece directories
You have the option of nesting tool directories. Please note that the length of the call line is
restricted. You will be informed if the maximum number of characters is reached when entering
the workpiece name.
Procedure
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14.4 Creating a directory / program / job list / program list
1. Select the "Program manager" operating area.
2. Select the desired storage medium, i.e. a local or USB drive.
3. If you want to create a new directory in the local network, place the cursor
on the topmost folder and press the "New" and "Directory" softkeys.
The "New Directory" window opens.
4. Enter the desired directory name and press the "OK" softkey.
1. Select the "Program manager" operating area.
2. Select the required storage location.
3. Position the cursor on the folder in which you would like to create a
workpiece.
4. Press the "New" softkey.
The "New Workpiece" window appears.
5. If necessary, select a template if any are available.
Managing programs
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