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Creating G code programs

After creating a new programGUIDE program, the program will be loaded

into the G code editor in the operating area "Program", where all the func-

tions for entering and editing G code commands and cycles are available

(see picture below).

3.2 Programming a tool

Within the editor, tools can be selected and inserted into the G code pro-

gram comfortably by using a softkey.

Of course one can program a tool by hand too.

Under the function "Edit" press the VSK 1.1 "Select

Tool" to open the tool list in the operating area

"Parameter".

Press the VSK 1.2 "New tool" to create a new tool

(see module - B523 "Operating area Parameter").

Select an already existing tool from the tool list by

placing the orange selection cursor on that tool and

pressing the VSK 1.1 "To program".

Afterwards program the tool change (M06), the spin-

dle start (M03/M04), the coolant (M07/M08), the

speed (S...), the feed (F) and if needed, some tool

specific functions.

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