THERMACUT EX-TRACK - Automatic Program Mode; Return [F7]; Tabbing

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Operator Manual, Revision T-1 57

9.4.2.6.6. Tabbing - bridge function [F7 BREAK]

Creating tabs or bridge cutting, is performed by pre-determined stops in the cutting process, the

size of tabs/bridges is dependent upon the proﬁle part size, thickness and purpose of the tab/

bridge. The process can be used to keep the proﬁle part attached to the parent plate for a variety of

purposes including minimizing the risk of the proﬁle being distorted.

Pressing the [F7] key initiates the Tabbing/Bridge Mode, in the Mode/Status section, BRIDGE is

shown, to stop the process, press [F7] in the Auto Mode MORE menu.

9.4.2.7. Return [F7]

The RETURN function enables the system to quickly return to the ZERO point in a program or the

system ZERO point. Press key [F7] to initiate the RETURN. The operator can choose the appropriate

zero point.

9.5. Automatic program mode

The system requires a proﬁle part or nest program to be entered, use one of the following methods.

1. Press the [ENTER] key, using the keypad, enter the program name, all programs must end

with a (.) period/full stop. The system will search its ﬁle library for matching ﬁles of a .TXT/CNC

format.

2. Using the USB port, programs can be accessed from the on-screen list.

3. New programs can be generated using the Shape Library. The library contains common

shapes that can be altered dimensionally to produce a speciﬁed proﬁle part.

THERMACUT EX-TRACK - Automatic Program Mode; Return [F7]; Tabbing - Bridge Function [F7 BREAK]