6 automatic program start, Application, Automatic program start – HEIDENHAIN TNC 640 (34059x-02) ISO programming User Manual
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17.6
Automatic program start
Application
The TNC must be specially prepared by the machine
tool builder for use of the automatic program start
function. Refer to your machine manual.
Caution: Danger for the operator!
The autostart function must not be used on
machines that do not have an enclosed working
space.
In a Program Run operating mode, you can use the AUTOSTART
soft key (see figure at upper right) to define a specific time at which
the program that is currently active in this operating mode is to be
started:
Show the window for entering the starting time
(see figure at center right)
Time (h:min:sec): Time of day at which the
program is to be started
Date (DD.MM.YYYY): Date at which the program is
to be started
To activate the start, press the OK soft key