ABB Ability User manual

IMPORTANT! Read these instructions in
their entirety before installing the ABB
Ability™ Smart Sensor, generation 2
with aluminum clamping bracket.
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INSTALLATION GUIDE
ABB AbilityTM Smart Sensor, generation 2
Installation with aluminum clamping bracket
CAUTION
Asset surface temperature hazard. The external
surface of an electric motor may reach tempera-
tures which can cause discomfort, burns or injury
to individuals who come into contact with the hot
surface. For safety reasons the asset should be
switched off and allowed to cool before attempting
to install the sensor. Asset surface temperatures
should only be measured with suitable instruments
and not estimated by hand touch or direct skin
contact. Failure to observe this precaution could
result in bodily injury.
Do not replace batteries! Incorrect use of batteries
voids the certifications of the Smart Sensor, such as
hazardous area certifications, safety certifications,
and IP rating. Dispose of used sensors according to
instructions.
WARNING
Only qualified individuals who are familiar with
appropriate national codes, local codes and sound
practices should install, repair or modify electric
motor and/or related accessories. Installation
should conform to appropriate codes and practic-
es. Failure to follow these instructions could result
in serious personal injury, death and/or property
damage.
Electrical live circuit hazard. Do not touch electri-
cally live parts or equipment. For a safe installation,
disconnect, lockout and tagout the asset’s power
supply before installing or servicing the sensor.
ATTENTION
Install as per industry codes and regulations
The Smart Sensor should be installed by technically
qualified personnel. Failure to install the sensor in
compliance with applicable codes and regulations and
according to the manufacturer’s recommendations may
result in electrical shock, fire hazard, unsatisfactory
performance or equipment failure, and may void the
sensor warranty.
Grounding of sensor
The mounting piece must be grounded if the sensor is
installed in any of the below zones:
• Mines (Group I): Not permitted
• Gas (Group II A, B, C): Zone 1, Zone 2 (Not permitted in
zone zero)
• Dust (Group III): All zones
For grounding, attach a wire using the M6 screw hole.

Installation instructions
Obey the following instructions for the installation of ABB AbilityTM Smart Sensors on assets.
Notes:
• For effective Bluetooth® communication, mount the sensor with a clear line of sight to any communication
devices to be used (your smartphone or a Bluetooth® gateway).
• The mounting orientation must be such that the A-axis on the sensor housing is parallel to the rotating
shaft. If this is not physically possible, the T-axis must be parallel to the rotating shaft.
Mounting position on motor
The sensor must be located between the drive-end and non-drive-end bearings, as near to the center as
possible.
Note: The sensor mount cannot be removed after installation.
Supported motors
This mounting instruction applies for fin-cooled motors equivalent to frame sizes IEC 160–450.
For information on motor types monitored with the ABB AbilityTM Smart Sensor, visit
www.abb.com/smartsensor.
Quick start guide
2ABB ABILITY SMART SENSOR, GENERATION 2 INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR ALUMINUM CLAMPING BRACKET
Step Instructions Additional information
1Install the ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor
Platform App.
The Smart Sensor Platform App can be found in App Store (Apple)
and Google Play Store (Android).
Note: In some countries these stores may not be accessible. For
more information, see www.abb.com/smartsensor.
2 Register in the ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor
Platform App.
- Follow the sign-up link in the app.
- Alternatively, you can sign up on the web portal at
https://smartsensor.abb.com.
- Skip this step if you have already registered.
3 Log in to the ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor
Platform App.
- Create or join an existing organization.
- Follow the instructions on the screen.
4 Install the ABB AbilityTM Smart Sensor. - Make sure that you have the required components.
- Install the sensor according to the installation steps in this manual.
5 Activate the sensor with the ABB Ability™
Smart Sensor Platform App.
- Navigate to the main menu in the app and tap Activate Sensor.
- Follow the instructions displayed on the mobile screen.
6 Commission the asset in the ABB Ability™
Smart Sensor Platform App.
- Navigate to the Commission new asset menu in the app.
- Select the equipment profile you want to monitor.
- Follow the instructions on the screen.
7 Take first measurements and check the
asset condition.
Select the asset and navigate to Load Measurements.
For more detailed instructions, visit www.abb.com/smartsensor.
Instructions for hazardous area
1. Ground the aluminum clamp in hazardous area installations. The aluminum clamp supports grounding by
having another M6 thread on the other end of the clamp.
2. Do the grounding according to local regulations. As a reference, the IEC 60079-14 defines the minimum
diameter for grounding wire as 4 mm2. Maximum length of the M6 threaded screw is 6 mm.

Step 1
Degrease the upper and lower surfaces of the selected fin at
the recommended mounting position.
CAUTION
Review and obey all manufacturer’s instructions and safety
precautions when using degreasing agent.
Installation steps
Step 2
Apply LoctiteTM 454 or equivalent glue evenly along the
entire length of the bracket in two marked places shown in
figure-1. Similarly apply glue evenly to the top of the fin for
the entire length of bracket as shown in figure-2.
CAUTION
Review and obey all manufacturer’s instructions and safety
precautions when using glue.
WARNING
Direct skin exposure to solvents and/or threadlocker could cause discomfort or injury, including, but not limited
to, burning or skin irritation. Use appropriate protective gloves and goggles when performing this task.
ABB ABILITY SMART SENSOR, GENERATION 2 INSTALLATION GUIDE FOR ALUMINUM CLAMPING BRACKET 3
Notes
• Make sure that the bracket is clamped to the cooling fin such that the neighboring fins do not prevent attaching
the sensor.
• If sensor is installed in hazardous area, prepare the clamp with grounding cable before attaching the sensor to the
clamp.
1 Aluminum clamping bracket (revision B with 2 * M6 threads)
2M6 hexagon socket screw (metallic color)
3ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor G2
4Cover for screw hole
5Grounding cable
6¼” - 28 UNF hexagon socket screw (black color)
7
Rubber gloves
8
50 mm long hex bit (5 mm for M6 screw) and torque wrench
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Other miscellaneous items: Safety goggles, degreasing agent, possibly
threadlocker, and suitable tools and materials to do the grounding if sensor is
installed in hazardous area.
Materials needed for the installation
Step 3
Use a hammer with a rubber or plastic head and insert
the mounting bracket until the edge of the cooling fin
touches the inside face of the bracket.
The groove marked in red in the figure is for direct
contact between the clamp and the motor rib.
Figure-1 Figure-2

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Step 7
Activate the sensor and commission the asset. See section
“Quick start guide”, steps 5–7.
Note: After commissioning, the sensor has a two-month trial
period with full functionality. After the trial period, you can
continue the usage by activating a subscription acquired from a
local ABB sales unit.
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Step 4
Ground the mounting piece if the sensor is installed in hazardous
areas mentioned on page 1. Bring a grounding wire of minimum
4 mm2diameter on the M6 screw of the mounting piece. After
grounding the mounting piece, measure the resistance between
asset frame and mounting piece. Make sure that the resistance is
below the maximum 1 MΩaccording to IEC 60079-14.
CAUTION
This step is manadatory only for installations in hazardous areas.
Step 5
Fasten the ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor G2 to the mounting
bracket using the metallic colored hexagon M6 socket screw.
Tighten the screw with 10 Nm (7.4 ft-lb) of torque.
Note: In harsh environments, use threadlocker.
Step 6
Make sure that the ABB Ability™ Smart Sensor G2 is mounted
parallel to the rotating shaft by aligning it with the asset fins.
Assemble the cover plate to hide the screw hole.