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  • Page 1 OPTIME C1 User manual...
  • Page 3 Foreword OPTIME as solution for The OPTIME system from Schaeffler is a solution for the smart and automatic lubrication and condition monitoring of a large number of automatic lubrication machines. This concept allows cost-effective condition-based maintenance even for subsystems, as unscheduled downtimes can be avoided.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Selection and qualification of personnel ........6 Work on electrical devices ............6 Safety regulations ..............7 Scope of delivery Gateway ..................10 Lubricator OPTIME C1 ..............10 Cartridge CONCEPT1 ..............11 Required accessories..............12 Damage during transit ............... 13 Defects..................13 Structure..................
  • Page 5 Level Machine ................68 Level All Lubricators..............71 Level Lubricator ................ 72 Maintenance ....................73 Troubleshooting and ....................73 rectification Disposal ....................73 Technical data Gateway ................... 74 Lubricator OPTIME C1..............76 Appendix EU Declaration of Conformity Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 6: About The User Manual

    Schaeffler OPTIME About the user manual This user manual applies to the OPTIME C1 lubrication system. Symbols The warning and hazard symbols are defined in accordance with ANSI Z535.6-2011.   In case of non-compliance, death or serious injury may occur.

  • Page 7: General Safety Guidelines

    Unauthorised structural modifications to the system are not permissible. We assume no liability for any damage to machinery or injury to persons arising from such actions. The OPTIME C1 lubricator may only be operated with a CONCEPT1 cartridge. Usage for the intended purpose also includes the following: ■...

  • Page 8: Warranty

    ■ have read and understood this manual If personnel do not possess the necessary knowledge, they must be given the necessary training and instruction. Schaeffler can offer corresponding product training on request. Work on electrical devices Work on electrical devices and components may only be carried out by a trained electrician.

  • Page 9: Safety Regulations

    Only use new battery packs which are in their original packaging. Only open the packaging of the battery pack immediately prior to insertion into the device. The lubrication process can no longer be carried out correctly with damaged, used or empty battery packs. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 10 Ensure that the installation can withstand the maximum system pressure. Only fill the OPTIME C1 lubricator prior to fitting on the adjacent construction. When prefilling, the pressure must never exceed 2 bar.
  • Page 11 OPTIME dashboard. Software users (users) must log in with their user name and password. The password has to be changed at regular intervals. A secure password must be used. The user is responsible for keeping their login data secure. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 12: Scope Of Delivery

    Schaeffler OPTIME Scope of delivery The OPTIME C1 lubricator may only be combined with the CONCEPT1 cartridge. Gateway Scope of delivery of the OPTIME gateway: ■ 1 OPTIME gateway ■ 1 built-in LTE stick (depending on the region) ■ 1 Gateway quick guide manual BA 68-02...

  • Page 13: Cartridge Concept1

    Risk of damage to the cartridge, lubricator and adjacent construc- tion. Malfunctions with unsuitable lubricants (greases or oils). When filling the cartridge with an internal lubricant, only use lubricants that have been approved by Schaeffler for use in CONCEPT1 cartridges. With greases, ensure good stability against  ...

  • Page 14: Required Accessories

    Schaeffler OPTIME Required accessories To ensure the system is ready-to-use, the following devices and accessories need to be provided by the customer in addition to the gateway, lubricator and cartridge, Figure 4: ■ mobile phone or tablet (each with LTE and NFC technology) with installed OPTIME app ■...

  • Page 15: Damage During Transit

    Report any damage during transit promptly as a complaint to the carrier. Defects Any defects must be reported promptly as a complaint: ■ Check the product immediately upon delivery for visible defects. ■ Report any defects promptly as a complaint to Schaeffler. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 16: Description Structure

    OPTIME sensors, to the gateway. In the network, the intelligent lubricators transfer the fill levels and status via the gateway to the Schaeffler IoT Hub, where the data are analysed and the results sent to the OPTIME app. All information is also available in the OPTIME dashboard, which can be opened using an internet browser (for system requirements, see page 62).
  • Page 17 Since an independent network is used to transfer the data to the Schaeffler IoT Hub and wireless technology is used for other communication (pre-set, optionally also WiFi or Ethernet), there is no need for a connection to the local IT infrastructure.

  • Page 18: Planning

    Schaeffler OPTIME Planning An installation tree, i.e. showing the allocation of sensors and lubricators to machines and assets, does not necessarily have to be set up beforehand. However, in the case of an entire plant this con- siderably simplifies the installation process, as it is only necessary to select the corresponding machine for installation of the sensors and lubricators.

  • Page 19: Lubricators

    ] button. Lubricators The OPTIME C1 lubricator works electromechanically on a fully automatic basis and fits the CONCEPT1 cartridges. The OPTIME C1 lubricator is screwed directly onto the lubrication point or connected to a lubrication line. Cartridge CONCEPT1 Lubricator OPTIME C1...

  • Page 20: Transport And Storage

    Mounting Registering in To configure the gateway and intelligent lubricators it is necessary to register in the Schaeffler IoT Hub, so that intelligent lubricators the OPTIME dashboard and gateways are automatically associated with your company, see page 61. You can configure the components of your system, i.
  • Page 21 Follow the instructions in the OPTIME app to scan the DMC or QR code of the gateway. For further information on configuring the gateway, see page 32. For further information on adding the gateway via the OPTIME app, see page 60. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 22 Schaeffler OPTIME Mounting location for gateway The gateway should be installed at a central location in the overall system, Figure 12. Please take note of the following for the mounting location: ■ The gateway should be placed in a central position in the area of the installed OPTIME devices.
  • Page 23 Make sure that all electrical connections are carried out only by a qualified electrician.   A defective connection cable can cause a life-threatening electric WARNING shock. Make sure that any defective connection cables are replaced   immediately by a qualified electrician. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 24 Schaeffler OPTIME Proceed as shown, Figure 14 and Figure 15.  Figure 14 Open cover AC 85 V – 264 V, 47 Hz – 440 Hz Figure 15 Complete the electrical connections to the gateway BA 70 Schaeffler Technologies...

  • Page 25: Install Lubricator

    When the LED on the gateway flashes green then the connection to the internet has been established successfully. The gateway appears in the customer section in the Schaeffler IoT Hub. If the mobile phone connection via the installed SIM card is not to be used, there are other options available, see page 32: ■...
  • Page 26 The line length must not exceed 1,5 m. For the use of longer lubrication lines, please contact Schaeffler Technical Support. ■ The OPTIME app provides installation support and guides the fitter through the mounting steps.
  • Page 27 Figure 17 Prepare the lubrication point Prefill with lubricant To prefill the lubrication point:  Use a grease gun to prefill the lubrication point and the line with the correct lubricant. Figure 18 Prefill the lubrication point Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 28 Schaeffler OPTIME  Using a grease gun and fill nipple OPTIME-LW-C1.NIPPLE-PREFILL-R1/4#N3 (096691611-0000-10), fill the lubricator with the correct lubricant until lubricant emerges from the end of the thread. Risk of damage due to egress of lubricant. The uncontrolled egress of lubricant can contaminate the components of the lubrication system and adjacent construction.
  • Page 29 Install lubricator OPTIME C1 To install the lubricator:  Lightly grease the O-ring on the lubricator.  Wrap the connector thread on the outlet side with suitable sealing tape (PTFE).  Screw the lubricator onto the lubrication point. Observe the tightening torque of 5 Nm to 10 Nm.
  • Page 30 Schaeffler OPTIME  Insert the battery pack. WARNING Risk of burns. Risk of damage to health from poisonous gases. A short circuit can lead to excessive heating of the battery packs. Dispose of dropped battery packs immediately. Do not use dropped battery packs.
  • Page 31 OPTIME app, see page 51.  With the aid of a screwdriver, activate the cartridge using the setting provided in the OPTIME app, see page 54. Figure 23 Add cartridge to OPTIME app Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 32: Replace Empty Concept1 Cartridge

    These data can also be configured retrospectively via the OPTIME app or in the Schaeffler IoT Hub. Replace empty The OPTIME C1 lubricator can be used several times. The empty CONCEPT1 cartridge can be used and refilled (maximum of three CONCEPT1 cartridge filling operations).
  • Page 33 Screw the new cartridge onto the lubricator, Figure 22, page 29.   Add the cartridge via the OPTIME app. Follow the instructions on replacing the cartridge in the OPTIME app, page 51. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 34: Gateway Configuration

    Schaeffler OPTIME Gateway configuration Various interfaces are available for communication between the gateway and Schaeffler IoT Hub. Note Normally there is no need to change the standard gateway settings, but for certain installations it may be necessary to adapt or change some of the standard settings.
  • Page 35 If necessary, determine the TCP/IP values of the gateway if the pre-set IP address does not work. This can happen if the device was already connected to another network.  The drop-down menu opens and displays the setting options. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 36: Settings

    Schaeffler OPTIME Settings The menu items [ View Gateway Status ] and [ View Error Log ] are not relevant for normal operation of the gateway. The information retrievable under these menu items can be used by specialist personnel if the gateway is not working properly.

  • Page 37: Using The Optime App

    OPTIME system. This user is able to create additional users. All created users will receive their login data by e-mail. The customer’s administrator receives the login data by registering on the OPTIME dashboard, see page 62. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 38: General Navigation

    Schaeffler OPTIME Login To log in:  Start the OPTIME app. Figure 29 Log into the OPTIME app  Enter your login data.  Login Tap the [ ] button.  After you have logged in successfully the start screen appears.
  • Page 39 Scan Sensor Direct access to the scan function for reading sensor settings. Toggle Dark Mode Toggles dark mode, in which the OPTIME app is displayed in a darkened layout. Logout Logs the user out. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 40: Manage Groups

    Schaeffler OPTIME Navigation elements Button, symbol Description Goes back to previous screen. Closes screen. Adds selection to favourites. Confirms the update after the screen was swiped down, for example at group, machine, sensor or lubricator level. Search function and filters...
  • Page 41 No Data Received Button Shows that a sensor is offline and Recently has not transmitted any data in Receiving status the last 24 hours. My Groups Favorites Displays user-defined groups. Other dedicated groups, e. g.: Pumps Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 42 Schaeffler OPTIME Display information on groups To obtain detailed information:  Tap on a group field.  The assigned machines with sensors and lubricators are displayed. Two different views Two different views are available ■ List view: – Displays the colour-coded alarm status of the machine, the state diagram with alarm level and any outstanding alarm notifications for OPTIME sensors.
  • Page 43 ■ cartridge pressure too high ■ back pressure too high ■ battery empty Manage favourites You can add any machine to your [ Favorites ] group using machine management, see page 43. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 44 Schaeffler OPTIME Add new group To add a dedicated group: ], Figure 31, page 39.  Tap [ Add Group Figure 34 Add new group  Enter the name in the [ Title ] field.  Continue Tap [ ...

  • Page 45: Manage Machines

    ■ acknowledge alarm notifications ■ edit machines ■ ask the experts (optional) ■ add sensors ■ add lubricators ■ view machine log ■ navigate to sensors or lubricators Figure 35 Machine management screen Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 46 Schaeffler OPTIME Machine management screen Input Field Description Machine name Text entry Displays the defined machine names. Machine symbol – Information on the operating states of the machine can be found in BA 68, OPTIME User Manual. Metadata Text entries...
  • Page 47 Optionally, a comment can be entered. The alarm notification is View Notes stored in the [ ] archive with a time stamp and details on the user via the [ Acknowledge ] button. Figure 36 Acknowledge alarm notification Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 48 Schaeffler OPTIME Figure 37 View Notes ] archive BA 70 Schaeffler Technologies...
  • Page 49 The criticality of the machine is indicated by a letter: “A” for critical machines, “B” for fairly non-critical machines, “C” for non-critical machines. The criticality is defined by the user. Figure 38 Edit machine Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 50 Schaeffler OPTIME Machine log The machine log records events during the service life of the asset. Events to be logged include asset creation, sensor or lubricator activation and replacement and alarm notifications. You can display the log for each machine, in which notifications and log entries are archived in chronological order.

  • Page 51: Manage Lubricators

    Manage lubricators The following functions are available to the user: ■ acknowledge alarm notifications ■ display fill level ■ edit lubricator Figure 40 Lubricator management screen Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 52 Schaeffler OPTIME Lubricator management screen Input Field Description Lubricator name Text entry Displays the defined lubricator name. Lubricator symbol The colour of the symbol indicates the operating state of the lubricator: ■ grey: normal status ■ yellow: warning ■ red: alarm...

  • Page 53: Add A Lubricator Or Cartridge

    ] tab: Add lubricator  Choose whether to select a machine from the list via the [ Select Machine From List ] tab or create a new machine via the [ Create New Machine ] tab. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 54 Tap the screen when prompted to do so by the OPTIME app.  Hold your mobile device to the OPTIME C1 lubricator when prompted to do so by the OPTIME app, to transfer the network settings to the lubricator via NFC contact.
  • Page 55 To replace an empty cartridge:  Select the lubricator with the low level by tapping the relevant field. Figure 43 Lubricator with empty cartridge  Tap the [ Installation ] button. Figure 44 Lubricator management screen Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 56 Schaeffler OPTIME  Tap the [ Replace Lubricant Cartridge ] button. Figure 45 Button Replace Lubricant Cartridge  Continue configuring the cartridge in the OPTIME app, see page 54. Configure cartridge in To configure a new cartridge: the OPTIME app ...
  • Page 57 In the [ Lubricant Quantity ] field, enter the lubricant quantity and select the unit (ccm or fl.oz). Time Span In the [ ] field, enter the relevant time period and select the unit (hours, days, months). Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 58 ] button to transfer the chosen settings to the lubricator via NFC contact.  Hold your mobile device to the OPTIME C1 lubricator when prompted to do so by the OPTIME app, to transfer the chosen settings to the lubricator via NFC contact.
  • Page 59 POSITION ] tab is displayed. Figure 49 POSITION ] tab: Information on the lubrication point  Choose a new name for the lubrication point.  Select the machine type.  Tap the [ Continue ] button. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 60 Schaeffler OPTIME  The [ MOUNT ] tab is displayed. A prompt will appear asking you to confirm that the lubricator is mounted. Figure 50 MOUNT ] tab: Confirmation of mounting  Tap the green area on the screen when prompted to do so by the OPTIME app.
  • Page 61 Figure 51 Save the cartridge configuration  Tap the [ Save ] button.  The lubricator is now ready for operation. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 62: Add Gateway

    Schaeffler OPTIME Add gateway The option of adding a gateway is offered in various sections of the OPTIME app. To add a gateway: ] button, Figure 30, page 37.  Tap the [ Provision Gateway Figure 52 Add gateway ...

  • Page 63: Using The Optime Dashboard

    (assets) and mesh networks (devices). The OPTIME dashboard permits the following functions: ■ active monitoring of OPTIME devices ■ display of alarm notifications ■ acknowledgement of alarm notifications ■ display and generation of log entries Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 64: Registration, Login And Logout

    Schaeffler OPTIME Other functions are only available to administrators: ■ user management: – add, edit and delete users and profiles – send notifications to users ■ manage assets: add, move and delete gateways and OPTIME devices System requirements The following minimum requirements must be met in order to be able to use the OPTIME dashboard: ■...

  • Page 65: General Navigation

    Navigation elements The app pages contain the hierarchy path, drop-down menus and navigation buttons that provide several options for reaching navigation targets. Hierarchy path Drop-down menus Navigation buttons Figure 55 Navigation elements Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 66 Schaeffler OPTIME Settings The left-hand bar is expanded using the [ Settings ] button. In addition to logout, other settings are available for adjusting the [ Desktop Options ] and [ User Options Settings Figure 56 Other settings Explanations Designation...

  • Page 67: Description Of Dashboard

    Reset Zoom to 1:1 Returns to the default view. Zoom out Reduces the view. Show or Hide Menu Hides the menu. The same button can be used to show the menu again. Schaeffler-Tab Provides access to other functions. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 68: Using The Dashboard Levels

    Schaeffler OPTIME Using the dashboard levels Various dashboard levels are accessible via the structure tree on Resource Browser the [ ] page: ■ Level [ Process Area ■ Level [ Department ■ Level [ Group ■ Level [ Machine ■...

  • Page 69: Level Department

    Department Explanations Designation Description Department Name Displays the name of the department. Departments Displays the machines from a department. Groups Displays the machines in a user-defined group. All Lubricators Displays all lubricators. Lubricator Displays one lubricator. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 70: Level Group

    Schaeffler OPTIME You can use filters in the displayed list of machines, see page 64. The machines are ordered so that the machine with the most critical alarm status is at the top. The [ Status ] column displays the symbol for the machine in the colour of the alarm level.
  • Page 71 ■ ■ machine name ■ description ■ location ■ speed ■ machine type ■ criticality ■ department This information is specified during installation and can be edited via the OPTIME app. Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...
  • Page 72 Schaeffler OPTIME Alarm notifications for the machine The pre-alarms, main alarms and possible causes are listed as alarm notifications. Figure 61 Examples of alarm notifications An alarm notification can be acknowledged directly by inserting a tick in the line to be confirmed. The [...

  • Page 73: Level All Lubricators

    Figure 63 Level [ All Lubricators Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 74: Level Lubricator

    Schaeffler OPTIME Level [ Lubricator The [ Lubricator ] level displays detailed information on a selected lubricator, indicating the status of the lubricator, the lubricant used, the filling volume, the machine name, the alarm notifications, the battery state, the operating state, the number of days remaining until cartridge replacement and the fill level of the cartridge.

  • Page 75: Maintenance

    The OPTIME C1 lubricator is maintenance-free. The housing and seal must be checked and wiped clean each time the CONCEPT1 cartridge is changed or refilled. The OPTIME C1 lubricator must be disposed of if the housing is cracked. The information provided in BA 69 also applies to the CONCEPT1 cartridge.

  • Page 76: Technical Data Gateway

    Schaeffler OPTIME Technical data Gateway Nameplate The nameplate with the serial number (S/N) is located on the side of the housing. Beneath this is a QR code, in which the serial number is embedded. Designation Value Unit Communication Wirepas Mesh (ISM band) ●...
  • Page 77 OPTIME Figure 65 Gateway dimensions Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 78: Lubricator Optime C1

    Schaeffler OPTIME Lubricator OPTIME C1 Nameplate The serial number is printed on the lubricator. Description Value Unit Function OPTIME C1 Drive system Electro- – mechanical Operating pressure Metering volume per lubrication interval Metering volume per day 0,17 up to 8,3 cm...
  • Page 79 ARCALUB CONCEPT1 ARCALUB CONCEPT1 OPTIME C1 Figure 66 Dimensions Lubricator OPTIME C1 with cartridge CONCEPT1 Schaeffler Technologies BA 70...

  • Page 80: Appendix Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Schaeffler OPTIME Appendix EU Declaration of Conformity Figure 67 EU Declaration of Conformity BA 70 Schaeffler Technologies...
  • Page 82 This publication supersedes all deviating infor- mation from older publications. Printing, including excerpts, is only permitted with our approval. Technical support: © Schaeffler Technologies AG & Co. KG www.schaeffler.de/en/technical-support BA 70 / en-GB / DE / 2022-03...

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