warm up routine

[lutchman]

hi all, can i get some ideas or a file on warm up routine when entering their shop on mornings?

[adrianm]

Personally all I've ever done is warm the spindle up. I've never bothered with anything else other than a visual check and occasional re-zeroing.

You can find maintenance schedules documents here - http://shopbottools.com/ShopBotDocs/maintenance.htm - the PRS daily checkup contains recommendations for warmups.

[lutchman]

thanks adrian, i usually do the same but i was just wondering if there is something more or should i do something more to have a better working bot...

[myxpykalix]

Well the "warm up" routine i start with is this...
I turn the spindle power supply on...then...
I start with some mild stretching, then about 10 sets of jumping jacks, followed by 20 pushups...by then the spindle is ready to go:eek::D:rolleyes:

[lutchman]

and so are you...lol

[ssflyer]

While not really part of a warm-up routine, one thing that I do do :eek:, periodically is run the exercise program that come with SB3 - The current version includes a file called, sample_exrcis.sbp. It runs all axis's to their full extent in a loop. Particularly useful if you regularly use only a small portion of your table - keeps the rails evenly worn, and work hardened.

[Bob Eustace]

Where is that file located please Ron? Really sounds just the ticket.

[ssflyer]

Hi Bob,

Mine is located in C:\SbParts