When first moving the machine for alignment, what is the recommended action?

When first moving the machine for alignment, the recommended action is to rough align the machine to within 0.010". This step is crucial because it sets a foundational level of accuracy that the subsequent alignment process can build upon. Achieving this rough alignment minimizes the likelihood of complications during the finer adjustments, ensuring that the machine functions effectively once fully aligned.

Rough alignment serves several purposes. It helps to reduce the effort required for final adjustments and ensures that the machine components are positioned close enough to their intended operational paths. This initial step simplifies the process of achieving precise alignment, saving time and resources.

Other approaches, such as prioritizing vertical moves before horizontal or vice versa, could lead to unnecessary complications or misalignments if not managed properly. The key takeaway is that by establishing an initial rough alignment, you enhance the stability and accuracy of the final alignment process.