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Vibration Tester
Users Manual
January 2010, Rev.1, 3/10
© 2010 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice.
All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.

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  • Page 1 Vibration Tester Users Manual January 2010, Rev.1, 3/10 © 2010 Fluke Corporation. All rights reserved. Specifications are subject to change without notice. All product names are trademarks of their respective companies.
  • Page 2 LIMITED WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Your Fluke Vibration Tester is warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for three years from the date of shipment to you. The same warranty applies to the Tachometer and the Sensor but for one year from the date of shipment.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter Title Page Overview ........................1-1 Introduction ........................1-3 Features ......................... 1-3 How to Contact Fluke ..................... 1-4 Safety ..........................1-4 Rotating Equipment ....................1-4 Tachometer ....................... 1-5 Heat Sink........................1-5 Symbols ......................... 1-5 Unpack and Inspect......................1-6 Storage...........................
  • Page 4 Accessory Connectors....................3-5 Start the Tester ......................3-6 Sensor Setup ......................... 3-7 Compatible Sensors....................3-7 How to Connect the Fluke Sensor ................3-7 Sensor Care and Handling..................3-8 Tachometer Setup ......................3-9 How to Measure RPM with the Tachometer ............. 3-9 Laser Safety Precautions ..................
  • Page 5 Contents (continued) Operation ........................4-1 Start the Tester ......................4-3 Create a New Machine Setup ..................4-4 Machine Setup ....................... 4-5 Motor Input (Driver) Information................. 4-6 RPM Entry ......................... 4-8 Coupling Information ....................4-8 Transmission with Closed Coupling..............4-9 Transmission without Closed Coupling..............4-10 Driven Component.....................
  • Page 6 Users Manual Severity Scale ......................4-40 Fault Details and Vibration Spectrum................ 4-42 How to Access the Memory ................... 4-45 View by Machine Setup .................... 4-45 View by Measurement Date ..................4-46 View by Last Diagnosis ..................... 4-48 Viewer Software ......................5-1 Introduction........................
  • Page 7 Contents (continued) Export Faults Data ....................5-22 Machine Setup ....................... 5-24 Set Up a New Machine....................5-26 View Machine Setups ....................5-28 View Diagnosis....................... 5-31 View Other Data Files....................5-34 Time Waveform ......................5-34 Spectra ........................5-36 Maintenance ......................... 6-1 Introduction ........................
  • Page 8 Users Manual...
  • Page 9 List of Tables Table Title Page 1-1. Symbols..........................1-5 1-2. Accessories ........................... 1-10 3-1. Front Panel..........................3-4 3-2. Navigation Softkey Functions ....................3-5 3-3. Accessory Connectors ......................3-6 3-4. Tester Settings ........................3-14 4-1. New Machine Setup Functions....................4-5 4-2. Motor Input Options ....................... 4-7 4-3.
  • Page 10 Users Manual 4-9. Gearbox Options for the Transmission ................. 4-15 4-10. Driven Component Options....................4-16 4-11. Drive Options for the Transmission..................4-17 4-12. Change Machine Name ......................4-18 4-13. Saved Machine Setup Functions ..................4-19 4-14. Copy Machine Setup Functions .................... 4-21 4-15.
  • Page 11 List of Figures Figure Title Page 1-1. Items Included with the Tester....................1-7 1-2. How to Charge the Battery ....................1-9 3-1. Front Panel..........................3-3 3-2. Accessory Connectors ......................3-5 3-3. Sensor Setup and Connection....................3-8 3-4. Tachometer Setup and Connection..................3-9 4-1.
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  • Page 13: Title

    Chapter 1 Overview Title Page Introduction ......................... 1-3 Features ........................1-3 How to Contact Fluke ....................1-4 Safety .......................... 1-4 Rotating Equipment ....................1-4 Tachometer ......................1-5 Heat Sink........................ 1-5 Symbols ........................1-5 Unpack and Inspect..................... 1-6 Storage........................1-8 Battery......................... 1-8...
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  • Page 15: Introduction

    • 2 GB expandable on-board memory recommendations. Faults are identified by comparing • Data export (via USB connection) for more detailed vibration data gathered by the Fluke 810 to an extensive analysis set of rules gathered over years of field experience.

  • Page 16: How To Contact Fluke

    Users Manual How to Contact Fluke W Warning To avoid personal injury, follow these To contact Fluke, call one of the following telephone guidelines for the Tester: numbers: • Use only as specified in this manual or • Technical Support USA: 1-800-44-FLUKE (1-800-...

  • Page 17: Tachometer

    Warning. Class 2 Laser Product. Laser radiation. Do not stare into beam. • To avoid overheating, do not cover the heat sink while the Tester is on. Do not dispose of this product as unsorted municipal waste. Go to Fluke’s website for recycling information.

  • Page 18: Unpack And Inspect

    Unpack and Inspect Carefully unpack and inspect all the items in Figure 1-1. The items that follow are included in your purchase of the Tester: Fluke 810 Vibration Tester Storage Case Smart Battery Pack Smart Battery Pack Charger and Adapters...
  • Page 19 Overview Unpack and Inspect SAVE SETUP MEMORY MEASURE INFO INSTRUMENT DIAGNOSE SETUP ENTER gbk10.eps Figure 1-1. Items Included with the Tester...

  • Page 20: Storage

    Users Manual The color of the battery status LED shows: Storage Red - battery is connected to the power source and When not in use, keep the Tester in the protective charging. storage case. The case has sufficient space for the Tester and all accessories.
  • Page 21 Overview Battery gbk03.eps Figure 1-2. How to Charge the Battery...

  • Page 22: Accessories

    Users Manual Accessories Table 1-2 lists the accessories that are available and sold separately for the Tester. Table 1-2. Accessories Model Description Part Number 810T Tachometer 3530819 810S Sensor 3530828 810QDC Quick Disconnect Cable 3530837 SBP810 Smart Battery Pack 3530843 810SMM Sensor Magnet Mount 3530862...

  • Page 23: Specifications

    Chapter 2 Specifications Title Page 810 Vibration Tester Specifications ................2-3 Diagnostic Specifications..................2-3 Electrical Specifications..................2-3 General Specifications.................... 2-4 Sensor Specifications....................2-5 Tachometer Specifications ..................2-6 Viewer Software Requirements................... 2-6...
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  • Page 25: 810 Vibration Tester Specifications

    Specifications 810 Vibration Tester Specifications 810 Vibration Tester Specifications Specifications are subject to change without notice. Diagnostic Specifications Standard Fault Detection........Unbalance, Looseness, Misalignment and Bearing Failures Analysis for............Motors, Fans, Blowers, Belts and Chain Drives, Gearboxes, Couplings, Centrifugal Pumps, Piston Pumps, Sliding Vane Pumps, Propeller Pumps, Screw Pumps, Rotary...

  • Page 26: General Specifications

    Users Manual General Specifications Size................. 7.30 in × 2.76 in × 10.52 in (18.56 cm x 7.00 cm x 26.72 cm) Weight (with battery) ..........4.2 lbs (1.9 kg) Display ..............¼ VGA, 320 × 240 Color (5.7 inch diagonal) TFT LCD with LED backlight Input/Output Connections Triaxial sensor connection ........

  • Page 27: Sensor Specifications

    Specifications Sensor Specifications Sensor Specifications Sensor Type............Accelerometer Sensitivity, ±5 %, 25 °C .........100 mV/g Acceleration Range..........80 g peak Amplitude Nonlinearity .........1 % Frequency Response Z, ±3 dB...............2 - 7,000 Hz X, Y, ±3 dB ............2 - 5,000 Hz Power Requirement (IEPE) ........18-30 VDC, 2-10 mA Bias Output Voltage ..........12 VDC Grounding ..............Case grounded Sensing Element Design ........PZT ceramic / shear...

  • Page 28: Tachometer Specifications

    Tachometer Specifications Dimensions............1.125 in x 4.80 in (2.86 cm x 12.19 cm) Weight ..............3.4 oz (96 gr) with cable Power ..............Powered by 810 Vibration Tester Detection..............Laser Diode Class 2 Range ..............6.0 to 99,999 RPM Accuracy 6.0 to 5999.9 RPM ..........

  • Page 29: Getting Started

    Accessory Connectors ....................3-5 Start the Tester ......................3-6 Sensor Setup ......................3-7 Compatible Sensors ....................3-7 How to Connect the Fluke Sensor ................3-7 Sensor Care and Handling ..................3-8 Tachometer Setup....................... 3-9 How to Measure RPM with the Tachometer ............3-9 Laser Safety Precautions ..................
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  • Page 31: Introduction

    Getting Started Introduction Introduction This chapter helps you to understand and become SAVE familiar with the user interface, connections, and accessories. SETUP MEMORY Navigation and User Interface INFO MEASURE Figure 3-1 shows the front panel of the Vibration Tester. Table 3-1 lists the front-panel controls and their functions. INSTRUMENT DIAGNOSE SETUP...

  • Page 32: How To Use The Dial

    Users Manual Table 3-1. Front Panel Shows the Self Test, Settings, and Clear Memory functions. Item Control Description Turn the Dial to move the cursor Turns the Tester on or off. highlight on the screen. Push the Dial Shows the Machine Setup options: center of the Dial (Enter) to make Set up new Machine, Copy Machine the selection.

  • Page 33: Accessory Connectors

    Getting Started Accessory Connectors Accessory Connectors Table 3-2. Navigation Softkey Functions Figure 3-2 shows the connector panel of the Tester. Softkey Function Table 3-3 is a list of descriptions for each connector on the Tester. Previous Page View the previous/next screen. / Next Page Select the highlighted function.

  • Page 34: Start The Tester

    Users Manual Push to turn on the Tester. At power up, the Tester Table 3-3. Accessory Connectors displays the remaining memory and the battery status. Item Connector Description Push and hold two seconds to turn off the Tester The battery status icon U and the set date and time Tachometer Connects the Tachometer appear at the top of the display.

  • Page 35: Sensor Setup

    Compatible Sensors “Instrument Setup” section. • It is highly recommended to use a Fluke Triaxial Sensor with the Tester. Using a Sensor other than a Fluke Triaxial Sensor will result in misleading diagnoses. The Tester is compatible with single axis Sensors.

  • Page 36: Sensor Care And Handling

    Users Manual Sensor Care and Handling W Caution • To prevent damage to the piezoelectric element inside the Sensor, do not drop. A faulty Sensor significantly affects the diagnostic quality. • Do not pull or force the cable while attaching or removing the Sensor. •...

  • Page 37: Tachometer Setup

    If the RPM is unknown, you can use the non-contact type laser Tachometer to measure the RPM. Note Fluke recommends the use of a Tachometer for variable-frequency drives (VFD) to determine the running speed under varying load conditions. How to Measure RPM with the Tachometer...

  • Page 38: Laser Safety Precautions

    Users Manual Push and hold the trigger button of the Tachometer Laser Safety Precautions to start measuring. *W Warning Hold the trigger button until the RPM value settles • The Tachometer contains a Class 2 laser and displays on the Tester. pointer.

  • Page 39: How To Access Help

    Getting Started How to Access Help How to Access Help Instrument Setup The Tester has context sensitive Help. With the Help Push or the Instrument Setup softkey to display feature you can quickly find additional information while the Self test, Settings, and Clear memory options. you set up the Tester and make measurements.

  • Page 40: Self Test

    Note gbk26.bmp Before you take a measurement, make sure the Push the Done softkey to go back to Instrument Setup. power line frequency is set correctly. Note If the self-test fails, contact Fluke Service. 3-12...
  • Page 41 Getting Started Instrument Setup Push the Next Page softkey to move down the screen Push the Next Page softkey to move down the screen and edit the additional settings for the beeper, backlight, and edit the additional settings. The last screen also power save, time waveform capture, and measurement displays the Tester’s serial number, software version, units.
  • Page 42 Users Manual Table 3-4. Tester Settings Option Description Power line freq Set the ac power line frequency to 60Hz or 50Hz. The diagnostic quality of a test depends on the correct selection of the ac power line frequency. Date format Set the Date format as d/m/y or m/d/y Date Scroll and set the Day, Month, and Year fields...

  • Page 43: Clear Memory

    Getting Started Instrument Setup Clear Memory Select the Clear Memory option on the Instrument Setup screen to erase all measurement and diagnosis data. A sequence of confirmation messages display: gbk31.bmp If you select Yes, another confirmation message displays: gbk32.bmp Select Yes to clear the memory. This action erases all stored measurement and diagnosis data.
  • Page 44 Users Manual 3-16...

  • Page 45: Operation

    Chapter 4 Operation Title Page Start the Tester ......................4-3 Create a New Machine Setup ..................4-4 Machine Setup ......................4-5 Motor Input (Driver) Information................4-6 RPM Entry ......................4-8 Coupling Information ....................4-8 Transmission with Closed Coupling..............4-9 Transmission without Closed Coupling.............. 4-10 Driven Component....................
  • Page 46 Users Manual Copy an Existing Machine Setup ................4-19 Edit the Saved Machine Setup................4-22 Before You Measure....................4-24 Select Measurement Locations................4-24 Total Number of Measurement Locations ............... 4-25 Sensor Orientation ....................4-26 Sensor Mounting..................... 4-27 How to Measure Vibration ................... 4-29 How to Diagnose ......................

  • Page 47: Start The Tester

    Operation Start the Tester Note Start the Tester The first time you turn the Tester on, it displays Note the Settings screen. It is important to enter the correct information into the setup fields before • Before using the Tester for the first time, you start a test, especially the power line charge the battery for at least 3 hours.

  • Page 48: Create A New Machine Setup

    Users Manual Create a New Machine Setup Before recording data, create a Machine Setup name for the machine under test. To create a new Machine Setup name: Push New Machine on the startup screen. Or push gbk41.bmp Push Move Cursor to move the cursor in the text box one space to the left.

  • Page 49: Machine Setup

    Operation Machine Setup Machine Setup For the best machine analysis and diagnosis, the Tester has to understand the layout and components of the machine. The Machine Setup wizard guides you through several questions about the profile of the machine. These machine setup values must be correct for valid diagnostic results.

  • Page 50: Motor Input (Driver) Information

    Users Manual Motor Input (Driver) Information Note Entering an accurate running speed (RPM) is critical to • Push to access the on-board help for receiving a proper diagnosis. An accurate running speed any Machine Setup option. helps the diagnostic engine in the Tester discern different •...
  • Page 51 Operation Machine Setup Table 4-2 is a list of the options for the motor input. Table 4-2. Motor Input Options Selection Option Description Select motor type Select the motor type of the machine under test. For ac motor type, identify the motor as VFD (variable-frequency AC motor with VFD drive) or not.

  • Page 52: Rpm Entry

    Users Manual RPM Entry When an RPM value has to be entered, the RPM entry screen opens. gbk43.bmp To select a character, use the Dial to highlight the value. Or, use Move Cursor to highlight the value. gbk20.bmp Push the Dial to select the value. Use the Tachometer to measure the RPM.

  • Page 53: Transmission With Closed Coupling

    Operation Machine Setup Transmission with Closed Coupling Table 4-3 is a list of the options for a transmission with a closed coupling. Table 4-3. Closed Coupling Transmission Options Selection Option Action Option Action Description Centrifugal Number of vanes pump (optional) Number of gear or Gear pump screw teeth (optional)

  • Page 54: Transmission Without Closed Coupling

    Users Manual between components. Table 4-4 is a list of the options for Transmission without Closed Coupling a transmission without a closed coupling. The Tester cannot analyze drive trains with beveled gears where the shaft changes direction at a 90 ° angle Table 4-4.

  • Page 55: Driven Component

    Operation Machine Setup Driven Component Depending on the component selection, the options for the details of the driven component appear. Pump Table 4-5 is a list of the pump options. Table 4-5. Pump Options for Driven Components Selection Option Action Option Action Description...

  • Page 56: Fan

    Users Manual Table 4-6 is a list of the fan options. Table 4-6. Fan Options for Driven Components Option Selection Description Roller Driven component Select the bearing type in the fan. bearing type Journal Two bearings Fan is supported by Scroll to identify the fan support.

  • Page 57: Compressor

    Operation Machine Setup Compressor Table 4-7 is a list of the compressor options. Different setup options are available based on the compressor selection. Table 4-7. Compressor Options for Driven Components Selection Option Action Option Action Description Driven Roller Select the bearing type in the component compressor.

  • Page 58: Blower

    Users Manual Blower Table 4-8 is a list of the blower options. Table 4-8. Blower Options for Driven Components Option Selection Description Roller Driven component bearing type Select the bearing type in the blower. Journal Select 2 through 12 Number of blower lobes Scroll and select the number of blower lobes.
  • Page 59 Operation Machine Setup Table 4-9. Gearbox Options for the Transmission Selection Option Action Option Description Roller Gearbox Select the gearbox bearing type bearing type Journal Number of Scroll and select the speed number of speed changes changes. Shaft Push Keyboard to access the numeric keyboard. speeds Enter the shaft speeds in their respective fields.
  • Page 60 Users Manual Next, the options for the Driven component show on the Tester screen. See Table 4-10 Table 4-10. Driven Component Options Option Selection Description Is there a flexible coupling between Configure the setup with or without a coupling between the gearbox and next component: gearbox and the coupling.

  • Page 61: Belt Drive

    Operation Machine Setup For simple reduction two-pulley (sheave) systems, use Belt Drive the formula that follows to solve for the RPM of the driven Obtaining the RPM value using the laser tachometer is pulley: the preferred method for determining running speed. Diameter, driver pulley (sheave) RPM, driven pulley (sheave) However, the output RPM value can be calculated using...
  • Page 62 Users Manual After you enter all the machine information, the Change Table 4-12 is a list of the softkey functions for the Change Machine Name screen appears. Machine Name screen. Table 4-12. Change Machine Name Softkey Function Previous Page Go back to the previous screen. Go to the first Machine Setup screen to review the selections Review Summary...

  • Page 63: Copy An Existing Machine Setup

    Operation Machine Setup When you save the Machine Setup, the Tester displays: Table 4-13 is a list of the softkey functions for the Saved Machine Setup screen. Table 4-13. Saved Machine Setup Functions Softkey Function Displays Set up new machine, Copy New Setup Machine Setup, and Change a Machine Setup options.
  • Page 64 Users Manual gbk46a.bmp gbk47.bmp Select Copy Machine Setup. The next screen is Use the Dial to scroll through the existing a list of the existing Machine Setups. Machine Setups. Push Copy. The alphanumeric keyboard appears. Enter the new machine name and push Done. The new name appears on the screen.
  • Page 65 Operation Machine Setup Push Next to copy the Machine Setup. Table 4-14 is a list of the softkey functions for the Copy Machine Setup screen. Table 4-14. Copy Machine Setup Functions Softkey Function Review Review the existing Machine Setup Setup screen-by-screen and edit the settings.

  • Page 66: Edit The Saved Machine Setup

    Users Manual Edit the Saved Machine Setup To change a Machine Setup: Push to view the New Machine Setup screen options. gbk112.bmp Or, push Saved Machines in the startup screen to view the saved Machine Setups. Use the Dial to select a Machine Setup. gbk46b.bmp When the Machine Setup is highlighted, push Edit Setup.
  • Page 67 Operation Machine Setup Table 4-15. Change Machine Name Functions Softkey Function Previous Go to the previous screen. Page Go to the Machine Setup screen to Review review the selections and inputs made Summary in Machine Setup wizard. Save the Machine Setup with new Done settings.

  • Page 68: Before You Measure

    Users Manual • Attach the Sensor to a clean, flat, bare metal surface Before You Measure if possible. Thick layers of paint, grease, oil, or other Sensor orientation is critical to ensure repeatable data matter reduce both the holding force of the magnet and consistent diagnoses over time.

  • Page 69: Total Number Of Measurement Locations

    Operation Before You Measure Total Number of Measurement Locations Note Start numbering from the motor free end. Measurement locations correlate to the bearing locations and their sequence follows the flow of energy beginning Number the bearings with the flow of energy. from the free end of the motor to the end of the drivetrain.

  • Page 70: Sensor Orientation

    Users Manual Sensor Orientation Consistent Sensor orientation is critical to ensure A = Axial repeatable data and consistent diagnoses over time. The R = Radial Tester uses a triaxial Sensor that combines three T = Tangential transducers into a single housing. These three transducers simultaneously measure the vibration data from three axes or directions: •...

  • Page 71: Sensor Mounting

    Operation Before You Measure Sensor Mounting The Tester’s diagnoses are largely dependent upon the quality of vibration signal it receives from the machinery under test. The method used to mount a Sensor to the Stud Mount machine directly affects the quality, accuracy, and range of the signal, see Figure 4-3.
  • Page 72 Users Manual machinery housing and the Sensor’s stud is screwed into Magnetic Mounting the tapped hole. The magnetic mount uses either a 2-pole magnet (for rounded surfaces) or flat magnet attached to the Sensor. Advantages: Highest frequency response, very If you make the measurements at the exact same repeatable data over time.

  • Page 73: How To Measure Vibration

    Operation How to Measure Vibration How to Measure Vibration Best practice is to take vibration measurements when the machine is running in a steady state and at normal operating temperature. It is recommended to take two measurements from each component in the drive train if the motor has more than 40 HP (29.8 kW) and is longer than 40 inches (101.6 centimeters).
  • Page 74 Users Manual Note Because the current running speed is so critical for correct diagnosis, it is a best practice to use a Tachometer on VFD motor controllers. Or, refer to the frequency on the motor controller label before you take a measurement. If a single axis Sensor is detected, the Tester asks for the sensitivity of the Sensor.
  • Page 75 Operation How to Measure Vibration Select New orientations / locations. The Note Sensor Placement screen appears. The vibration from a drivetrain may change depending on the load and ambient temperature of the motor. You must finish a measurement within 30 minutes. If not, the “Measurement Timeout”...
  • Page 76 Users Manual Push Enter to select the location. The Tester Table 4-16. Sensor Placement Functions display shows that the Sensor is located. Softkey Function Change Go back to the previous screen to change the Sensor location. Measure Display information and tips for taking Tips measurements.
  • Page 77 Operation How to Measure Vibration A Top/Bottom, Side, or End selection is for horizontal mountings. A Front/Back, Side, or End selection is for vertical mountings. For vertical mountings, the first time you take a measurement, decide which side of the motor will be called the front and back.
  • Page 78 Users Manual Table 4-17 is a list of the Measurement screen functions. Table 4-17. Measurement Functions Softkey Function Change Displays the Re-orient Sensor and Relocate Sensor options: • Re-orient Sensor: Sensor Orientation screen appears. Change the orientation. • Relocate Sensor: Sensor Placement screen appears.
  • Page 79 Operation How to Measure Vibration 12. Push Measure to measure from the selected Table 4-18 is a list of the softkey functions for the location. The Tester checks for the Sensor cable Measurement screen. connection. If the connection is good, the Tester Table 4-18.
  • Page 80 Users Manual 13. When taking measurements at multiple 15. Push Enter or use the Dial to select Sensor locations, push Next Location. The Sensor orientation. The Sensor Orientation screen Placement screen appears for a second appears. placement. 16. Select the placement of the Sensor. 17.
  • Page 81 Operation How to Measure Vibration Table 4-19. Sensor Placement Functions Softkey Function Go back to the previous screen to Change change the Sensor location. Measure Displays information and tips for taking Tips measurements. Enter Displays the Sensor Orientation screen. Copy the position and orientation of the Copy Last last Sensor placement if it is the same.

  • Page 82: How To Diagnose

    Users Manual How to Diagnose Once the Machine Setup is complete and measurement information is collected, the diagnostic engine analyzes the data with a set of powerful algorithms. It also identifies abnormal conditions and pending mechanical failures for the machine. Fault Types The Tester can identify four of the most common mechanical problems:...
  • Page 83 Operation How to Diagnose Table 4-20. Diagnosis Faults Softkey Function Displays the prioritized repair Repair recommendations related to a particular Details diagnosis. Displays the previous diagnosis with History same machine. Displays fault details and cited peaks for Details selected fault. gbk65.bmp Next Go to the next fault.

  • Page 84: Severity Scale

    Users Manual Follow these recommended actions for each severity Severity Scale level to avoid failure. In general, the scale may be The scale is an indication of severity for any particular interpreted as: fault machine condition. • Slight No repair action is recommended. Monitor the machine and retest after regular machine planned maintenance Slight...
  • Page 85 Operation How to Diagnose • If the diagnosis shows extreme faults but you do not Extreme (Days) – Consider shutting down the sense any visual or thermal indication of the fault, revisit equipment and taking repair action now “Machine Setup” and “How to Measure Vibration.” Verify to avoid catastrophic failure.

  • Page 86: Fault Details And Vibration Spectrum

    Users Manual To view fault information: Fault Details and Vibration Spectrum The Tester collects data about vibration motion and In the fault list, use the Dial to highlight the fault. compiles this information in the time domain. Then, the Tester transforms it into a frequency domain (spectra) graph where the amplitude of the vibration signal is graphed against the frequency or machine RPM.
  • Page 87 Operation How to Diagnose Table 4-21. Cited Peak Details Label Description Location of fault. Bearing locations are numbered 1 to n, from free end of motor (1) to end of drivetrain (n). Direction of vibration signal: Axial, Radial, Axis or Tangential. Vibration signal amplitude cited from this Amplitude specific location.
  • Page 88 Users Manual Table 4-22 is a list of the softkey functions for the Diagnosis Spectra screen. Table 4-22. Diagnosis Spectra Functions Softkey Function Back Go to the previous screen. Zoom into the spectra. Push Zoom Out to expand the view of the spectra. To view the spectra in more detail, upload Zoom In the diagnosis data to a PC to review the...

  • Page 89: How To Access The Memory

    Operation How to Access the Memory View by Machine Setup How to Access the Memory Select View by Machine Setup, to view records Push to access the measurement records. These sorted by the Machine Setup. Use the Dial to records are sorted by Machine Setup, measurement date, highlight a specific setup.

  • Page 90: View By Measurement Date

    Users Manual Table 4-23. Existing Machine Setup Functions Softkey Function Back Go to the previous screen. Delete Delete a Machine Setup. Edit a Machine Setup. For more details Edit about Machine Setup, see “Machine Setup Setup” section. View the measurement details (measured date and time) and diagnosis.
  • Page 91 Operation How to Access the Memory Use the Dial to select a date or push View to Table 4-25 is a list of the softkey functions of View by see the machines measured on that date. Measurement date and time screen. Table 4-25.

  • Page 92: View By Last Diagnosis

    Users Manual View by Last Diagnosis Select View by last diagnosis to view the last diagnosis recorded by the Tester. See Table 4-20 for a list of the softkey functions for the Diagnosis Faults screen. gbk65.bmp 4-48...
  • Page 93 Chapter 5 Viewer Software Title Page Introduction ......................... 5-3 System Requirements ....................5-3 PC Connections ......................5-3 Install the Viewer Software..................5-5 Microsoft .Net Framework 2.0 ................5-5 Microsoft .Net Framework 3.5 SP1................. 5-5 Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express ..............5-6 Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5 ..................
  • Page 94 Users Manual Data Transfer ......................5-12 Import Machine Setup ..................5-14 Export Machine Setup..................5-15 Import Diagnostic Data..................5-18 Export Diagnostic Data ..................5-19 Export Faults Data ..................... 5-22 Machine Setup......................5-24 Set Up a New Machine ................... 5-26 View Machine Setups ..................... 5-28 View Diagnosis ......................

  • Page 95: Viewer Software

    Viewer Software Introduction Introduction System Requirements The 810 Vibration Tester includes Viewer software that The minimum PC system requirements to use the Viewer lets you do tasks from a computer. With the basic software are: features of the software you can: •...
  • Page 96 Users Manual gbk05.eps Figure 5-1. Tester to PC Connections...

  • Page 97: Install The Viewer Software

    Viewer Software Install the Viewer Software Install the Viewer Software To install the Viewer software: Start the computer. Put the User Documentation / Viewer Software CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. The installation automatically starts and the display shows a list of software requirements before you can install the Viewer software.

  • Page 98: Microsoft Sql Server 2005 Express

    Users Manual Microsoft SQL Server 2005 Express Microsoft SQL Server Compact 3.5 SP1 The InstallShield Wizard extracts the Microsoft SQL When the Microsoft SQL Server Compact Setup Server 2005 Express components and shows End User window shows on the display, click Next. The License Agreement window on the display.

  • Page 99: Viewer Software

    Viewer Software Install the Viewer Software Viewer Software To continue the installation: The InstallShield Wizard extracts the Viewer software Click Next. The Customer Information window components and Viewer Software Setup window shows shows on the display. on the display. Fill in the User Name and Company Name. gbk83.bmp gbk84.bmp Choose Anyone who uses this computer or...

  • Page 100: Uninstall The Viewer Software

    To uninstall the Viewer software: To change the Destination folder, click Browse Go to Start > All Programs > Fluke > Viewer and choose a different folder. Software. Click Next. The wizard is now ready to begin the Click Uninstall Viewer Software.

  • Page 101: Navigation

    Navigation Navigation Click All Programs. To start the Viewer software: Click Fluke and then Viewer Software. Start the computer. Or, double-click the Viewer Software icon on the Desktop. The startup screen shows on the Click Start on the task bar.
  • Page 102 Users Manual Table 5-1 is a list of the menu options and descriptions for the Viewer software. Table 5-1. Viewer Software Navigation Menus Menu Option Description • Download the Machine Setup data from the Tester to the computer Transfer • Upload the Machine Setup data from the computer to the Tester •...

  • Page 103: Preferences

    Viewer Software Preferences Application Settings Preferences You can change the display language, date format, and Click the Preferences menu to open the submenus. time format with the Application Settings. To open the Application Settings pane: Click Application Settings. The Application Settings pane shows on the right side of the window.

  • Page 104: Upgrades

    Table 5-2 is a list of the Application Settings. Upgrades Periodically, upgrades are available for the Tester. Table 5-2. Application Settings Contact Fluke for upgrade availability. If you have Option Description registered your Tester purchase, Fluke automatically sends you an upgrade notice. For complete instructions...
  • Page 105 Viewer Software Preferences To transfer data: Click Transfer. The Transfer screen and submenus show on the display. gbk88.bmp 5-13...

  • Page 106: Import Machine Setup

    Users Manual Click Import Machine Setup. The Import Import Machine Setup Machine Setup pane shows on the right side of You can import the Machine Setups from the Tester to the window. By default, the Import Machine the Viewer software with the Import Machine Setup Setup option is selected when you click the submenu.

  • Page 107: Export Machine Setup

    Viewer Software Preferences In the Select Date field, fill in the Start Date and Note the End Date. Or, click and use the calendar You cannot select a Machine Setup after it is to click on the date. transferred. Choose a filter: Click to import the Machine Setups to the •...
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  • Page 109 Viewer Software Preferences The Tester IDs field shows the connected Tester the Machine Setup status (setup is present or ID. If the Machine Setup is created in Viewer not in the Tester) for each record also shows in software, the PC desktop entry also shows. the window.

  • Page 110: Import Diagnostic Data

    Users Manual Import Diagnostic Data To import the diagnosis data: You can import the machine diagnosis data from the Click Import Diagnostic Data. The Import Tester to the Viewer software for enhanced views of the Diagnostic Data pane shows on the right side of data.

  • Page 111: Export Diagnostic Data

    Viewer Software Preferences In the Select date field, fill in the Start Date and Click to import the diagnostic data from the the End Date. Or, click and use the calendar Tester to the Viewer software. A prompt shows to click on the date. when the import is done.
  • Page 112 Users Manual the window. The pane list includes the Setup Note Name, Tester Serial No, and Measurement date. Click the list header to put the items in ascending or descending order by date. gbk95.bmp 5-20...
  • Page 113 Viewer Software Preferences In the Select Date field, fill in the Start Date and the End Date. Or, click and use the calendar to click on the date. Click the checkbox before the Setup name to choose the data. Click .

  • Page 114: Export Faults Data

    Users Manual Export Faults Data To change the fault data into PDF format: You can import the severity score for each fault and view Click Fault data. The Fault Data pane shows on the files in PDF format. A PDF is easy to read, send to a the right side of the window.
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  • Page 116: Machine Setup

    Users Manual Choose the Measurement IDs. The Fault Machine Setup description, Fault severity, and Measurement With the Viewer software, you can configure the Machine Date show in the fault list. Setups on the PC and then export to the Tester. The setup sequence in the Viewer software closely follows Click .
  • Page 117 Viewer Software Machine Setup gbk99.bmp 5-25...

  • Page 118: Set Up A New Machine

    Users Manual Set Up a New Machine Fill in a name for the machine in the Machine Name field. You can make a new Machine Setup with the Viewer software. The Machine Setup wizard walks you through Click the button for the motor type as AC or DC. all the parameters to set up a vibration test.
  • Page 119 Viewer Software Machine Setup gbk100.bmp In the Drive Train field, a sample image shows Note the Machine Setup progress as the different Before you export the Machine Setup, make parameters become known. sure that the Tester to computer connection is good.

  • Page 120: View Machine Setups

    Users Manual gbk101.bmp gbk102.bmp Click OK. Click OK. View Machine Setups Click . A copy of the new Machine Setup is You can see all the Machine Setups you make with the exported to the Tester. A prompt shows when Viewer software in one window.
  • Page 121 Viewer Software Machine Setup gbk103.bmp Click PC desktop (default selection) on the left Click the Tester ID under Testers. The window side of the pane. The list of Machine Setups shows all the Machine Setups transferred from show with their Record Status (Machine Setup is the Viewer software to the Tester.
  • Page 122 Users Manual Note Click the list header to arrange the items in ascending or descending order by date. Table 5-3 is a list of the utilities for the View Machine Setup window. Table 5-3. View Machine Setup Utilities Utility Function Click to open the Machine Setup wizard and change the Machine Setup.

  • Page 123: View Diagnosis

    Viewer Software View Diagnosis To view diagnosis data: View Diagnosis Import the diagnosis data, see “Import After you complete the vibration tests on a machine, you Diagnostic Data.” can import the diagnosis data to the computer and use Click View Diagnosis. The View Diagnosis the Viewer software to see an enhanced view of the data.
  • Page 124 Users Manual The left side of the pane is a list of the available diagnosis Click Show Filter to open the Filters window. data. This list is set up by the Tester name: The Tester ID field shows the Tester Name. •...
  • Page 125 Viewer Software View Diagnosis With any measurement selection, the View Image button Find the image (JPEG or .IS2 image format) appears. You use the View Image button to add the within the file structure. Thermographic image to the diagnosis data of a Click Upload to add the image to the diagnosis measurement.

  • Page 126: View Other Data Files

    Users Manual To make a PDF of the diagnosis data: Browse to the .mdf database file that has the diagnosis data. Click . A dialog to save the PDF file Find and open the .mdf database file. You can opens. view the backup diagnosis data.
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  • Page 128: Spectra

    Users Manual To zoom in and zoom out the time waveform: Spectra A 2-dimensional frequency plot, or spectra, is available Click on the waveform image. for each test location. The plot compares the axial, Rotate the scroll button of the mouse. tangential, and radial measurements.
  • Page 129 Viewer Software View Diagnosis gbk109.bmp To go back to the View Diagnosis menu, click 5-37...
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  • Page 131: Maintenance

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Title Page Introduction ......................... 6-3 How to Clean....................... 6-3 Sensor Care ........................ 6-3 Battery Replacement....................6-3 External SD Memory Card Installation ................ 6-5 Vibration Tester Upgrades ..................6-7 How to Troubleshoot ....................6-8...
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  • Page 133: Introduction

    Maintenance Introduction Sensor Care Introduction Clean the Sensor cable at regular intervals with a damp Minimum maintenance is necessary for the Tester. Do not cloth and a weak detergent solution. Do not pull or push hit, shake, or let the Tester fall as this can cause the the cable when you attach or remove the Sensor.
  • Page 134 Users Manual gbk12.eps Figure 6-1. Battery Replacement...

  • Page 135: External Sd Memory Card Installation

    Remove the two screws and the cover, see Figure 6-2. W Caution Use the SD memory card that Fluke Install the SD memory card into the SD memory recommends for the Tester. card slot with the contacts down.
  • Page 136 Users Manual gbk04.eps Figure 6-2. Memory Card Installation...

  • Page 137: Vibration Tester Upgrades

    Maintenance Vibration Tester Upgrades Vibration Tester Upgrades Periodically, upgrades are available for the Tester. Contact Fluke for upgrade availability. If you have registered your Tester purchase, Fluke will send an upgrade notice to you automatically. To upgrade the Tester: gbk110.bmp Download the .CAB file for the Tester or...

  • Page 138: How To Troubleshoot

    The battery is fully Connect the Tester battery to the ac adapter, connect to a discharged. power source, and charge the battery. If the problem continues, contact the Fluke Service Center for technical support. Battery charge does not The battery is defective.

  • Page 139: Frequently Asked Questions

    Frequently Asked Questions This appendix is a compilation of the most frequently Why is RPM critical to receiving a proper asked questions about the 810 Vibration Tester. More diagnosis? information about the Tester is available at Entering an accurate running speed (RPM) is www.fluke.com.
  • Page 140 Users Manual On belt or chain driven components, how Do gearboxes require any special setup in can I estimate output RPM when I am unable the Tester? to obtain a tachometer reading? To diagnose gearbox faults properly, you must enter the shaft speeds, gear tooth counts or gear Obtaining the RPM value using the laser ratios.
  • Page 141 Frequently Asked Questions FAQs - Measurement FAQs - Measurement affected. Pumps should not be tested with the discharge valves closed; however, if they must What are the effects of machine load and be tested in a recirculating condition, the condition? recirculating valve may be partially closed in order to achieve a normal discharge pressure.
  • Page 142 Users Manual convenient. They should be used with machinery How can I select the right measurement that runs at high speeds and/or frequencies. locations? This includes machinery with a speed changer If the drive train is horizontal: Place the sensor (i.e.
  • Page 143 Frequently Asked Questions FAQs - Measurement • the Setup routine helps the Tester properly Sensor position should be parallel or correlate vibration signals to each of the three perpendicular to the drive shaft whenever axes. Mounting the sensor in different locations possible.
  • Page 144 Fluke service center. The diagnoses are based on experience with FAQs - Diagnosis similar machines. The Tester is part of an overall...
  • Page 145 Frequently Asked Questions FAQs - Diagnosis How should the severity scale be • Slight No repair action is interpreted? How long do I have before recommended. Monitor the failure? machine and retest after regular machine planned The severity scale is based on the intensity of maintenance to verify the machine fault at the time of measurement.
  • Page 146 Users Manual • Extreme The Tester says “slight” or “moderate,” but (Days) – Consider shutting there appears to be extreme vibration levels, down the equipment and what should I do? taking repair action now to avoid catastrophic failure. There are certain situations like a machine There is likely other physical installed on a flexible foundation where evidence of the fault in terms...
  • Page 147 Retake the measurement and re- analyze the data. I would like to learn more about advanced vibration consulting services. Any recommendations? Fluke has partnered with a premier service provider, Azima DLI, to provide advanced vibration consulting services. Find them on the web at www.azimadli.com...
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  • Page 149: Warning And Error Messages

    Tachometer laser is off. Push the Tachometer power button to on. Failed to POWER ON Power from the Tester is necessary for the Tachometer to operate. Make sure that the cable Tachometer connection is good. If the problem continues, contact Fluke for technical support.
  • Page 150 The Tester cannot find the Sensor. See “How to Connect the Sensor” to make the connections. Cable is short Cable or Sensor is bad. Change the cable or Sensor. Contact Fluke for a new Sensor. Data acquisition failed The Sensor mount method or measurement procedure is incorrect. See “How to Take a Measurement”...
  • Page 151 External SD card failure This message shows during a self-test. SD card is faulty or corrupted. Failed to perform self test This message shows during a self-test. The Tester is defective, contact the Fluke Service Center for technical support. Calibration past due. Last Calibrate the Sensor.
  • Page 152 Display Message Description Failed to perform self test This message shows during the self-test. The Tester is defective. Contact the Fluke Service Center for technical support. Data transfer not successful This message shows if the Tester cannot connect to the Viewer software. Make sure that the connection is good between the Tester and computer.

  • Page 153: Glossary

    Appendix C Glossary Acceleration. The rate of change of velocity, often requirements. The Tester can diagnose misalignment depicted as “g’s” or in “mm/s2” in the metric system or conditions where these components are no longer aligned “in/sec2” in the English system. Acceleration is not according to design requirements, causing excessive constant but will vary through the vibration cycle, reaching bearing wear and power consumption in the machine.
  • Page 154 Cited Peak. An abnormal vibration magnitude/level the result would be a spectrum representing a plot of identified (or cited) by the Fluke 810 diagnostic engine. amplitude vs. frequency. Cited Peaks are marked with red in the Tester and in the Imbalance.
  • Page 155 Glossary misalignment is when the centerline of the two shafts Range (Frequency). Frequency range of data collection. intersect but are not parallel. Parallel misalignment is Hi indicates the High or wide range of frequency within a when the centerline of the two shafts are parallel but not spectrum (i.e.
  • Page 156 Users Manual identifies the mechanical problems depicted in the VdB* (Velocity in Decibels). VdB* is a logarithmic scale spectra and cites the abnormal magnitudes. referencing 0 VdB=10E-9 meter per second. This scale is used for SI/metric measurements. Tachometer. A device for indicating rotation speed. Velocity.

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