Soft Foot Analysis
With the information gathered using indicators and feeler gauges. it is possible to analyze any
situation and determine the best way to eliminate soft foot from the entire machine. All the
information should be gathered before any shim changes are made. Taking a few minutes to examine
the soft foot on the entire machine can save hours of tedious soft foot correction. The best method
for eliminating soft foot is to
have the base and bottom of them achines feet as flat and smooth as possible. This requires more
time in preparation. but the time saved in eliminating soft foot problems later makes this the best
approach.