ACU-RITE MILLPWRG2 - Manual (Page 106)

88 6 Programming
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 Press any soft key to activate the option; press it again to
deactivate it.
Single Step
Normally, a continuous contour will be machined without stopping.
With Single Step activated, MILLPWR
G2 will stop after each step.
This enables a check of the tool position of the Z axis relative to the
part and ensure that the tool path and other program details are
correct. Press the GO key to begin, and after each step finishes.
Dry Run
With Dry Run activated, MILLPWR
G2
will run the entire program at
high speed without stopping. Visually follow the position of the tool
relative to the part and ensure that the tool path and other program
details are correct. The dry run speed is defined in Job Setup. Press
the GO key to begin.
Graphics Only
With this activated, the table and quill will not move. The graphics
screen will show how the part will be cut. Press the GO key to begin.
Before pressing the GO key to begin the Single Step, Dry
Run
features, check that the tool will not touch the
workpiece when the quill begins to move. To avoid
interference, do one or more of the following:
• Lower the knee
• Remove the tool or workpiece
• Reestablish datum away from the part.
Note: Dry Run and Graphics Only can be used to quickly
verify your program.