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GE SCOUT100-Ex - User Manual

GE SCOUT100-Ex
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SCOUT & vbSeries
Instrument Reference Guide
SCOUT100-Ex, SCOUT140-Ex
vb5, vb6, vb7, vb8
25 September 2014

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GE SCOUT100-Ex Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGE
ModelSCOUT100-Ex
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to SCOUT & vbSeries Instruments

Important Instrument Precautions

Safety and operational precautions to prevent damage, data loss, or injury.

Hazardous Location Certifications

Information on CSA and IECEx/ATEX ratings for hazardous environments.

Basic Instrument Operations

Recording Routes for Data Collection

Guidance on creating and using predefined routes for efficient data collection.

Balancing Rotors with the Instrument

Overview of how to analyze and correct rotating mass imbalance problems.

Instrument Fundamentals and Navigation

Navigating Menus and Selecting Items

Guide to using navigation keys and selecting options within the instrument's menu system.

Sensors and Measurement Setup

Connecting and Mounting Sensors

Procedures for connecting sensors via BNC connectors and mounting them correctly.

Setting Up Accelerometers

Guidelines for attaching accelerometers to measurement points for accurate readings.

Setting Up the Tachometer

Steps for connecting and configuring the tachometer for speed and phase measurements.

Measurement Types and Usage

Spectrum Measurement

Understanding vibration spectra and setting key parameters like spectral lines and Fmax.

Cross Channel Phase Analysis

Diagnosing machine faults like misalignment and resonance using phase relationships.

Orbit Plot for Shaft Motion

Analyzing shaft vibration in two directions simultaneously to trace motion and detect abnormalities.

Modal Impact Testing Procedure

Guidance on performing modal impact tests to measure frequency of interest.

Setting Measurement Options

Taking and Managing Recordings

Analyzing Measurements Onsite

Send and Receive Information

Transferring Recordings to Ascent

Steps for transferring recorded data from the instrument to the Ascent software.

Working with Routes

Create, Edit, and Delete Items

Defining and Editing Sensors

How to define, edit, check bias voltage, and manage sensor configurations.

Balancing Rotors

Methods for Balancing Rotors

Understanding rotor imbalance and techniques for balancing in one or two planes.

Balancing Process Steps

Key steps involved in the rotor balancing process, including readings and weight attachment.

Setting Up a Balancing Job

Configuring balancing jobs, including planes, sensors, and machine information.

Balancing Walkthrough

Step 1: Set Up New Balance Job

Initial setup for a new rotor balancing job, including clearing previous settings.

Step 2: Take Initial Reading

Procedure for taking the first imbalance reading of the rotor at normal operating speed.

Step 3: Take Trial Reading

Attaching a trial weight and taking a reading to measure imbalance with the added weight.

Step 4: Balance Rotor

Attaching correction weights based on instrument recommendations to balance the rotor.

Step 5: Perform Trim Balancing

Fine-tuning the balance by taking trim readings to further reduce vibration levels.

General Setup Options

Upgrading Instrument Firmware

Procedure for updating the instrument's firmware using the Proflash utility.

Troubleshooting Instrument Issues

Resetting the Instrument

Procedure for resetting an unresponsive instrument to restore functionality.

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