Section  1  —  Introduction 
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Section 1 — Introduction 
 
You  can  use  this  Reference  Guide  in  conjunction  with  the Ascent 
Reference  Guide.  Please  read  this  guide  before  operating your  Bently 
Nevada  SCOUT  or  Commtest  vbSeries  Portable  Vibration  Analyzer  and 
keep  it  for  future  reference.  This  guide  applies  to  the  following 
instrument  models: 
•  SCOUT100-Ex   
•  SCOUT140-Ex 
•  vb5 
•  vb6 
•  vb7 
•  vb8 
 
Although  this  guide  makes  use  of  common  vibration  analysis  and 
balancing  concepts,  it  is  not  intended  as  a  comprehensive  guide  or 
training  manual.  Please  ensure  you  have  the  relevant  knowledge  and 
experience  to  carry  out  the  procedures  described.  It  is  essential  to  follow 
all  appropriate  safety  precautions  when  working  near  rotating 
machinery.