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Chadwick-Helmuth 8500C User Manual

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Manual No.9449-6
April 26, 2001
Model8500C/8500C+
Operators Manual
Model 8500C/C+ Balancer/Analyzer System
Chadwick-Helmuth
Company, Inc.
This document contains technology under
The export jurisdiction of the U.S. Department
Of Commerce, Export Administration Act of
1979, as amended, Title 50, U.S.C., App
2401 et seq and EAR 15 CFR 730
ECCN: 9E990
U.S. Schedule B: 4906-00-0000

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Chadwick-Helmuth 8500C Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandChadwick-Helmuth
Model8500C
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to the 8500C/C+ Operators Manual

About This Manual

Information on the manual's purpose, structure, and support.

Reference Documentation

Lists related documents and resources for further reading.

Technical Support

Provides contact methods and information for technical assistance.

Overview and Basic Theory of the 8500C/C+ System

About the Model 8500C/C+

Describes the Model 8500C/C+ instrument and its capabilities.

Theory of Operation

Explains the fundamental principles behind balancing and analysis.

System Architecture

Details the internal components and logical structure of the system.

Unpacking and Installation Guide

Model 8500C/C+ and Installation

Guides on unpacking and installing the main instrument unit.

Signal Selector and Installation

Instructions for installing the Model 8520C Signal Selector.

Getting Started with the 8500C/C+ Instrument

Display

Describes the instrument's liquid-crystal display (LCD) and its features.

Keypad

Explains the functions and layout of the instrument's keypad.

On-line Help

Details how to access and use the instrument's built-in help system.

Printer and Disk Drive

Information on using the instrument's printer and disk drive.

Booting Up the 8500C/C+

Explains the process of starting up or restarting the instrument.

Balance Measurement and Solutions

Getting Balance Solutions: Introduction

Introduces the process of obtaining balance solutions for rotor systems.

Balance Charts

Explains the concept and use of balance charts for system analysis.

Parameter Setup

Details the parameters that can be configured for balance measurements.

Balance Measurement

Describes the procedures for taking balance measurements.

Solution Presentation

Explains how balance solutions are displayed and interpreted.

Additional Features

Covers extra features related to balance operations.

Blade Track Observation

Blade Track: Introduction

Introduces the concept of blade track and its importance in rotor systems.

Vertical Balancing

Describes the process of analyzing vertical vibrations from out-of-track blades.

Visual Track Parameter Setup

Details how to configure parameters for visual tracking operations.

Performing a Visual Track

Guides on how to perform a visual track observation of rotor blades.

Spectrum Analysis

Spectrum Analysis: Introduction

Introduces the spectrum analysis feature and its applications.

Data Acquisition and Storage

Explains how to collect and save spectral data.

Spectrum Setup Operations

Details how to configure parameters for spectrum analysis.

Data Analysis

Explains how to analyze and interpret spectral data plots.

Using Printouts

Printouts With the 8500C/C+

Information on the types and content of printouts generated by the instrument.

Reading 8500C/C+ Printouts

Guides on how to interpret and understand instrument printouts.

Annotating Printouts

Instructions on how to add notes and comments to printouts.

Renaming Balance Charts

Procedure for renaming balance charts for better identification.

Status Screen Operation

Status Screen: Introduction

Overview of the Status screen displaying instrument operational data.

Screen Data Fields and Functions

Explains the various data fields and their meanings on the Status screen.

Review Feature

How to examine stored spectral data and balance histories.

Status Parameter Setup

How to modify parameters displayed on the Status screen.

Printer and Disk Drive Operations

Using the Printer

Explains how to operate the instrument's built-in printer.

Using the Disk Drive

Details how to use the 3.5-inch floppy disk drive for data storage.

Model 8520C Signal Selector

Signal Selector: Introduction

Introduction to the Model 8520C Signal Selector and its purpose.

Signal Selector Operation

Explains how to operate the Signal Selector unit.

Channel Selection

How to select input channels for the Signal Selector.

Appendix A: Specifications

General Specifications

Provides overall technical specifications for the Model 8500/8500C/C+.

Signal Input Specifications

Specifies parameters related to signal input and conditioning.

Spectrum Analysis Specifications

Technical parameters relevant to the spectrum analysis feature.

Balance Measurement Specification

Specific parameters for balance measurement operations.

Track Observation Specifications

Specific parameters for blade track observation operations.

Appendix B: Spectral Data File Format

Table B-1. Spectral Data File Format and Contents

Describes the format and content of spectral data files.

Appendix C: Balance History Files

Table C-1. Balance Data File Format and Contents

Details the format and contents of balance history data files.

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