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5.1.2 Axis Homing
The axes must be homed before any programmed movement can be performed. This procedure is designed to provide
the system with a coordinate origin (measurement origin ).
REMARK The measurement origin is a fixed point linked to the machine. However, it can be
modified by a part or PLC programme. The user must bear this possibility in mind
and re-execute a measurement origin setting if required.
When the measurement origin setting needs to be performed on at least one axis, the "HOME" indicator flashes in the
status window (See 3.1.3). However, further measurement origin settings can also be performed when this indicator
is not displayed.
5.1.2.1 Homing on to a Switch
Requirements
No mode being executed. If a mode is being executed, this command is only taken into account after an interruptible
block.
Actions
For each axis:
Manually position the tool on the correct side of the home switch
(See OEM instructions).
Select the Mode softkeys. ☞
MODE
Display of the Mode softkeys at the bottom of the screen:
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Select homing mode. ☞
HOME
Display of the home mode indicator in the status window (See 3.1.3). Home mode will permit jog operations.
Move the axis in the direction of the home switch (See OEM instructions).
Display of the "INCYC" indicator in the status window (See 3.1.3).
The indicator disappears once homing has been completed on that axis.
Notes
In homing mode, only the movement direction set by the OEM is authorized.
The feed rate can be modified from the machine panel operator:
- by selecting fast jog speed,
- by turning the feed rate potentiometer.
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