How To Activate The Mci And Perform A Self-Test - SKF Machine Condition Indicator User Manual

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How to Activate the MCI and Perform a Self-Test

Before mounting an MCI to a machine, use the read key to activate the MCI and perform
a self-test to confirm that the MCI is working properly. You must apply the read key
properly to receive the most accurate response from the MCI.
IMPORTANT - once you activate the MCI, it starts to perform its vibration readings every
three hours. Therefore, it's best to hold off on activating the MCI until you are ready to
mount it, to avoid unnecessarily depleting its battery. ONCE ACTIVATED, YOU CANNOT
DEACTIVATE THE MCI.
The three LEDs on top of the MCI blink green, red, or amber at various intervals to
indicate the current alarm mode, alarm status, or error condition.
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Select a location to mount the MCI to the machine, and mount the MCI.
Understand and select one of the two MCI alarm modes.
Interpret and acknowledge MCI alarms.
 Tip - After you have activated the MCI, you should write the month /
year on the MCI with a permanent marker to help with scheduling
renewals after three years.
Figure 2. Write the Activation Month / Year on the MCI.
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