FlexArm GH-24 - Alignment Check List

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ALIGNMENT CHECK LIST
 How are you checking the unit’s alignment?
 What type of table is the FlexArm mounted to? The table must be flat. Is the FlexArm moved?
 Are both the Base Mount and the Angle Mount completely tightened before any tapping is done?
 Are all the bolts on the FlexArm tight and secure?
 Has the FlexArm been dropped or damaged?
 How is the part being fixture? The fixture must be parallel to the FlexArm. Are the fixtures moved?
 Is the part fixture level to the FlexArm Base Mount? The work piece must be secure and level to the
FlexArm base.
 Has the hole in the part been drilled straight? How are you checking the hole alignment? The holes must
be perpendicular to the work surface or table.
 How deep is the hole you are tapping? Is it a blind hole or a through hole?
 What hole diameter are you drilling? What percentage of thread are you trying to achieve?
 What size tap are you using? Threads per inch?
 What type of tap are you using? (Bottom, Lead, Plug, etc.)
 What brand of tap are you using? Is it new?
 What type of material are you tapping?