Emerson AMS 2140 User manual

Quick Start Guide
MHM-97390, Rev 1
December 2018
AMS 2140 Machinery Health™ Analyzer
Advanced Laser Alignment Application
Quick Start Guide

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Contents
Introduction ................................................. 3
Laser and sensor setup ..................................8
Job setup .................................................... 16
Perform horizontal alignment .....................22
Transfer alignment job data and
tolerances ...................................................33
Print alignment summary reports ............... 36
Verify the AMS Machinery Manager
version ........................................................38
sensALIGN approvals .................................. 39
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1 Introduction
1.1 Basic and Advanced Laser Alignment Application
overview
The AMS 2140 Basic and Advanced Laser Alignment Applications enable you
to perform horizontal machine alignment. In addition, the Advanced Laser
Alignment Application adds advanced options for horizontal alignment along
with new applications for vertical machines and straightness measurements.
The Basic Laser Alignment Application is similar to the Basic mode available in
the Advanced Laser Alignment Application. Alignment is done with the help
of the sensALIGN® laser and sensor (Emerson P/N A8240).
The horizontal alignment feature is used to acquire and display alignment
data for machines where the machine moves are done at the machine feet.
Horizontal alignment is available in Basic and Advanced mode. In Basic mode,
you have access to only a subset of the full functionality of a horizontal
alignment job. In Advanced mode, you have access to the full functionality of
a horizontal alignment job. The controls for enabling thermal growth input,
foot pre-check, review results, live move orientation, live move alerts, setting
the alignment method, and changing the placement of the laser and sensor
are available only in Advanced mode.
Except for differences in the alignment job parameters you can set under the
Laser Align Application ALT screen, the procedure for performing Basic
horizontal alignment is identical to Advanced horizontal alignment.
You can create alignment jobs and transfer them to AMS Suite: Machinery
Health Manager for storage and analysis.
This document only covers horizontal alignment using the Advanced Laser
Alignment Application. For a complete list of the Advanced Laser Alignment
Application functionality, refer to the Alignment chapter of the AMS 2140
Machinery Health Analyzer User Guide.
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1.2 Laser Align Application main menu
From the AMS 2140 Home screen, press F10 Adv. Laser Align to open the Laser
Align Application main menu.
Horizontal alignment is a three-step process. The Laser Align Application
main menu lets you monitor the progress of an alignment job. An X marks a
completed step.
Laser Align Application main menu—Advanced horizontal
alignment job
Figure 1-1:
A. An alternate (ALT) screen includes additional options.
B. Icon indicating that this is a Bluetooth-only application.
C. The alignment mode (horizontal, vertical, or straightness).
D. The identifier for the job.
E. The identifier for the equipment.
F. Enter machine dimensions for the machines being aligned.
G. Acquire sweep data required to determine the alignment condition of the machines.
H. View machine moves required to bring the machines into alignment.
I. View helpful information regarding the highlighted step or the active screen.
You can also view additional helpful information about the active screen by pressing the Help button
twice.
J. Choose which Bluetooth sensor to communicate with.
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K. The number of notes assigned to the job.
L. The number of data acquisitions for the job.
M. The alignment method for the job.
ALT1 keys
Option Description
F1 Intentionally blank.
F2 Intentionally blank.
F3 Enter machine dimensions for the machines being aligned. See Section 4.1 for
more information.
If thermal growth is enabled, enter thermal growth information. This is
available only in Advanced mode.
F4 Acquire alignment data using the alignment method defined for the job. See
Section 4.2 for more information.
If the foot pre-check option is enabled, check for soft foot. This is available
only in Advanced mode.
F5 View machine moves required to bring the machines into alignment.
If an alignment correction is necessary and requires a live move, do the
adjustment from this step.
See Section 4.3 for more information.
F6 Intentionally blank.
F7 Intentionally blank.
F8 Intentionally blank.
F9 Intentionally blank.
F10 Intentionally blank.
F11 Intentionally blank.
F12 Select
Sensor
Choose which Bluetooth sensor to communicate with.
The list is populated with Bluetooth devices already paired with the AMS
2140.
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ALT 2 keys—Advanced horizontal alignment jobFigure 1-2:
ALT 2 keys—horizontal alignment
Option Description
F1 Notes Create, add, or remove notes from an alignment job or the AMS 2140.
Notes can be saved with the job to help you remember important
information about a machine.
F2 Job Mode Select Advanced or Basic.
F3 Machine Config Select the machine components for the alignment job.
F4 Laser Align
Method
Select the alignment method.
This is intentionally blank when the job mode is set to Basic. Manual 4
Point is the only alignment method available in Basic mode.
F5 Intentionally blank.
F6 Tolerance Type Select Standard or Jackshaft tolerance.
F7 Exit Laser Align Exit the Laser Align Application and return to the Home screen.
F8 Head Config Specify or view the placement of the laser and sensor.
This is also where you can check the status of the laser and sensor.
F9 Job Manager Perform job-related tasks such as creating, activating, copying, or
editing a job.
This is also where you can select the Connect for Transfer button that
enables you to transfer jobs between the AMS 2140 and the PC.
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Option Description
F10 Job Flow Select optional parameters to include as part of the current alignment
job. This is available only in Advanced mode.
Parameters include thermal growth, foot pre-check, live move
orientation, live move alerts, and an option to review alignment results.
Refer to the Alignment chapter of the AMS 2140 Machinery Health
Analyzer User Guide for more information on thermal growth, foot pre-
check, and reviewing of alignment results.
F11 Print Job Print a summary report of the alignment job to AMS Machinery Manager
or to a memory card inserted into the AMS 2140.
F12 Job Reset Reset the job data by clearing all stored data, loading default values, or
by loading default tolerance values.
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2 Laser and sensor setup
1. Mount the brackets on opposite sides of the coupling.
2. Mount the laser and sensor on the brackets.
3. Adjust the laser beam so that it is correctly centered on the sensor.
4. Enable Bluetooth in the AMS 2140.
5. Pair the sensor.
These steps are covered in detail in the topics that follow.
2.1 Laser and sensor overview
The laser and sensor communicate via Bluetooth with the AMS 2140.
The laser and sensor have a similar appearance and are differentiated by the
color of their sliding dust caps—yellow for the laser and red for the sensor. To
power on the laser and sensor, briefly press and hold the on/off button.
The laser
The laser beam is adjusted during set-up by changing its vertical and
horizontal angles using the position thumbwheels, so that the beam strikes
the sensor lens perpendicular to the lens surface.
The laser is water and dust resistant (IP 65). The internal optics and
electronics are internally sealed, preventing possible contamination.
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Laser safety
WARNING!
•Do not look directly into the laser beam at any time.
•Do not insert any optical devices into the beam path.
Note
The red LED on the front of the laser illuminates whenever the laser beam is
emitted.
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The sensor
The sensor contains two position detectors that measure the exact position
and inclination of the laser beam as the shafts are rotated.
Bluetooth radio is integrated into the sensor for wireless transmission of
measurement data to the AMS 2140.
Terminology
The following terminologies are used throughout this document.
Term Meaning
Laser Refers to the laser head (yellow dust cap)
Sensor Refers to the sensor head (red dust cap)
Laser fixtures Refers to both the laser and sensor heads
2.2 Mount the brackets
Mount the brackets on opposite sides of the coupling on either the shafts or
on the solid coupling hubs, and both at the same rotational position.
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Prerequisites
To obtain the highest possible measurement accuracy and to avoid damage
to equipment:
•Ensure the brackets fit solidly onto their mounting surfaces.
•Do not use self-constructed mounting brackets, or modify the original
bracket configuration. For example, do not use support posts longer than
those supplied with the bracket.
•Choose the shortest support posts that will allow the laser beam to pass
over or through the coupling.
Note
Refer to Figure 2-1 for detailed illustrations on how to mount the brackets.
The numbers in the figure correspond to the numbers in the following steps.
Mount the bracketsFigure 2-1:
Procedure
1. Insert the support posts into the bracket.
2. Fasten the support posts in place by tightening the hex screws on the
sides of the bracket frame.
3. Place the bracket on the shaft or coupling, wrap the chain around the
shaft and feed it through the other side of the bracket. If the shaft is
smaller than the width of the bracket frame, insert the chain from the
inside of the bracket. If the shaft is larger than the bracket width, insert
the chain into the frame from the outside.
4. Catch the chain loosely on the anchor peg.
5. Turn the bracket thumbscrew clockwise to tighten the assembly onto the
shaft.
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6. Clip the loose end of the chain back onto itself.
The bracket should now be tight upon the shaft. Do not push or pull on
the bracket to check because this could loosen its mounting.
To remove the brackets, turn the thumbscrew counter-clockwise, and
then remove the chain from its anchor peg.
Note
The compact chain-type brackets cover most situations, but in cramped or
special cases, other types of brackets may be required.
2.3 Mount the laser and sensor
Mount the laser on the support posts of the bracket fixed on the shaft of the
left machine (usually the reference machine), and the sensor on the support
posts of the bracket fixed on the shaft of the right machine (usually the
moveable machine)—as viewed from a normal working position.
Procedure
1. Before mounting the laser and sensor, ensure that the yellow clamping
levers are in the open position by pointing them to the front of the laser
and sensor as shown in Figure 2-2. This enables the laser and sensor to
slide onto the support posts.
Clamping leversFigure 2-2:
2. Fix both the laser and sensor onto the respective support posts by locking
the yellow clamping levers. Lock the levers by pushing them backwards
until they rest on the stoppers. Ensure the laser beam can pass over or
through the coupling and is not blocked.
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Note
Both the laser and sensor should be at the same height, as low as
possible, yet just high enough for the beam to clear the coupling flange.
They should also visually appear to be rotationally aligned to each other.
Horizontal alignmentFigure 2-3:
3. Make final adjustments, loosening the brackets slightly if necessary, then
rotating them and re-tightening.
2.4 Adjust the laser beam
1. Turn on the laser and sensor.
2. With the sensor lens covered, let the laser beam strike the center of the
sensor dust cap.
3. Slide the sensor dust cap to open the lens.
4. Observe the four laser beam adjustment LEDs on the sensor while
adjusting the laser beam using the vertical and horizontal beam
positioning thumbwheels on the laser.
Use the thumbwheels to adjust the horizontal and vertical laser beam
angles.
5. Continue with the adjustment until all four laser beam adjustment LEDs
on the sensor are blinking green once every second.
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a. If the laser beam adjustment LEDs on the sensor are blinking green
twice every second, the angle at which the laser beam enters the
sensor is correct, but an offset is present. Eliminate the offset by
sliding back the sensor dust cap to cover the lens, then loosen the
chain type bracket supporting sensor, and move the sensor sideways.
At the same time, release the sensor clamping levers and move the
sensor upwards and downwards until the laser beam is centered on
the dust cap.
CAUTION!
During this adjustment, do not touch the laser.
b. Slide the sensor dust cap to open the lens and check the blinking of
the four laser beam adjustment LEDs. If all four are blinking green
once every second, then the laser beam is correctly centered on the
sensor.
Refer to the Alignment chapter of the AMS 2140 Machinery Health
Analyzer User Guide for more information on the laser beam
adjustment LED lights and their meanings.
2.5 Enable Bluetooth radio in the AMS 2140
1. Press Home > F5 Comm Setup > F7 Bluetooth Setup.
2. Press F2 Bluetooth to enable the Bluetooth radio.
When the radio is enabled, the icon appears in the upper corner of
the screen.
2.6 Pair the sensor
For the laser fixtures to communicate with the AMS 2140, you must first pair
the sensor. Bluetooth radio is integrated into the sensor.
Prerequisites
•Ensure the sensor is close to the AMS 2140 (within 30 feet) and is turned
on.
•Enable the Bluetooth radio in your AMS 2140.
Procedure
1. Press Home > F5 Comm Setup > F7 Bluetooth Setup.
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2. If more than one device is listed, use the up or down arrow keys to select
the sensor.
3. Press F7 Pair to pair the sensor.
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3 Job setup
You need an alignment job to store alignment data.
1. Create an alignment job.
2. Activate an alignment job.
3. Set the job parameters.
These steps are covered in detail in the topics that follow.
3.1 Create an alignment job
1. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F9 Job Manager.
The Job Manager screen is displayed.
2. Press F1 Create New Job.
Optionally, you can enter more information about the job.
Option Description
F2 Edit Job ID Enter a unique ID to identify the job and press Enter.
F3 Edit Equip ID Enter the equipment ID to identify the machines being aligned and press
Enter.
F4 Edit Equip
Desc
Enter an equipment description to add additional information on the
machines being aligned and press Enter.
F5 Edit Area Enter an area description to identify the location of the machines being
aligned and press Enter.
F6 Edit Coupling
Number
Enter the coupling number and press Enter.
This option is useful when there is more than one coupling on the
machines being aligned.
F7 Set Mode Choose Horizontal as the alignment mode and press Enter.
F8 Edit User ID Enter the initials of the user performing the alignment job and press
Enter.
3. Press Enter.
You can save the alignment job for later or activate it to be able to store
alignment data.
4. Press F9 Activate Job to activate the job you created.
3.2 Activate an alignment job
You need to activate an alignment job to store data to the job.
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Procedure
1. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F9 Job Manager.
The Job Manager screen is displayed.
2. Press F10 or F11 to select the job you want to activate and press F9 Activate
Job.
The Laser Align Application main menu is then displayed. It is where you
can begin the three-step alignment process and store data in the active
alignment job.
3.3 Set the job parameters
This document only covers some of the job parameters you can set up for a
horizontal alignment job. Refer to the Alignment chapter of the AMS 2140
Machinery Health Analyzer User Guide for more information on the other job
parameters you can set.
3.3.1 Set the job mode
Horizontal alignment is available in Basic and Advanced mode.
Procedure
1. Activate or create a horizontal alignment job.
For newly created jobs, the job mode is set to Advanced by default.
2. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F2 Job Mode.
Pressing this key toggles between Advanced and Basic modes.
3. Press Yes to proceed with the job mode change.
CAUTION!
Changing the job mode clears all data previously acquired for the job.
3.3.2 Change the machine configuration
Change the machine configuration on the AMS 2140 to reflect your current
machine setup.
Procedure
1. Activate a horizontal alignment job.
2. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F3 Machine
Config.
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3. Use the touchscreen or keypad to select an entry from the Machine Type
list describing the left machine and press F5 Select Left Machine.
4. Use the touchscreen or keypad to select an entry from the Machine Type
list describing the right machine and press F11 Select Right Machine.
5. Optionally, press F8 Change Machine View to change the machine view from
2D to an isometric machine view.
6. Press Enter.
3.3.3 Set the alignment method
Selecting an alignment method is available only in Advanced mode. In Basic
mode, Manual 4 Point is the only available alignment method.
Procedure
1. Activate a horizontal alignment job.
2. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F4 Laser Align
Method.
3. Select an alignment method.
The Basic Laser Alignment Application defaults to Manual 4 Point. The
Advanced Laser Alignment Application lets you select from 5 different
methods.
This document only covers Auto Sweep and Manual 4 Point. Refer to the
Alignment chapter of the AMS 2140 Machinery Health Analyzer User
Guide for more information on the other available alignment methods.
a. For Auto Sweep, also select Standard or Averaging as the mode of
operation.
b. For Manual 4 Point, also enter a sample rate.
The sample rate sets the number of samples (1 to 25) to be averaged
to generate a single reading.
4. Press Enter.
3.3.4 Change the laser and sensor placement
Change the laser and sensor placement on the AMS 2140 to reflect your
current laser and sensor setup.
Changing the placement of the laser and sensor is available only in Advanced
mode.
Procedure
1. Activate a horizontal alignment job.
2. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F8 Head Config.
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3. Press F2 Toggle Head Config to select where to position the laser and sensor
(left or right).
4. Press Enter.
3.3.5 Set the tolerance type
Procedure
1. Activate a horizontal alignment job.
2. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F6 Tolerance
Type.
The tolerance type changes between Jackshaft and Standard.
Standard tolerance is a combination of offset and angle tolerances. This
tolerance type is a direct indication of the alignment condition. Optimum
alignment occurs when offset and angular misalignments are zero.
Jackshaft tolerance measures the two angles between the shafts.
Optimum alignment occurs when angular misalignment is zero.
Standard tolerance is typically used on short spans where a single
coupling is present. Jackshaft tolerance is typically used on longer spans
where a jackshaft (or spool-piece) coupling is present.
3.3.6 Enable thermal growth option
Enabling the thermal growth option is available only in Advanced mode.
Procedure
1. Activate a horizontal alignment job.
2. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F10 Job Flow > F8
Thermal Growth.
3. Select a thermal growth conversion option and press Enter.
Refer to the Alignment chapter of the AMS 2140 Machinery Health
Analyzer User Guide for more information on thermal growth, the
available thermal growth conversion options, and on entering thermal
growth values.
3.3.7 Enable foot pre-check
Checking for soft foot is available only in Advanced mode.
Procedure
1. Activate a horizontal alignment job.
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2. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F10 Job Flow > F9
Foot Pre-Check.
3. Use the up or down arrow keys to select a foot pre-check method to apply
to the job and press Enter.
Refer to the Alignment chapter of the AMS 2140 Machinery Health
Analyzer User Guide for more information on foot pre-check.
3.3.8 Select live move orientation
This option enables you to perform a live move in the orientation you
selected. By default, live move is enabled in the horizontal direction.
Selecting a live move orientation is available only in Advanced mode.
Procedure
1. Activate a horizontal alignment job.
2. From the Laser Align Application main menu, press ALT > F10 Job Flow.
3. Press F10 Live Move to select from Horizontal Only or Vertical and Horizontal.
The selection for Live Move defaults to Horizontal Only, which is
recommended for most alignments. For special applications, you can
switch to Vertical and Horizontal.
Selecting Horizontal Only displays the movement required to align the
machines horizontally.
Selecting Vertical and Horizontal displays the movement required to align
the machines in the vertical and horizontal direction.
Only horizontal live moves are covered in this document.
See Section 4.3.1 for more information on performing a live move of the
machine.
3.3.9 Enable live move alerts
Enabling live move alerts is available only in Advanced mode.
When this option is enabled, the status LED on the AMS 2140 flashes and an
audible tone is generated when the machine alignment condition reaches
the target tolerance values. Increasing and decreasing flashes indicate when
the machine alignment crosses through the acceptable and excellent
tolerance condition thresholds. The number of flashes and flash rate are
consistent with the audible tone generated when the machine alignment
condition reaches the target tolerance values.
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