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Rockwell Automation 8520-MUM 9/Series CNC Mill Operation and Programming Manual Documentation Set User Manual

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Running a Program

Chapter 7

Running a Program

Chapter 7

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In automatic mode, the control manages machine operations according to
the commands in a part program.

CYCLE START ---- begins part program execution
CYCLE STOP ---- stops part program execution

WARNING: Always test a program prior to automatic
operation. Always verify that the workspace is clear and all
safety features are intact before pressing CYCLE START.

Figure 7.5

Automatic Mode

CUTTING TOOL

CYCLE
START

WORK PIECE

0 12345

.

S ____ M ____

.

G92 X ____Y ____ .

D _______

.

G00 ______

.

G01 F ______

.

A

.

A

9/Series

Execution of a part program continues until the control encounters an M02
or M30. If the control does not encounter an M02 or M30 at the end of a
program, the error message “MISSING M02/M30” appears.

Execution can be stopped at any time by using any of the methods
described in section 7.7 or by pressing the button.