FLIR SV87-KIT User manual

User Manual
Vibration Monitoring
Solution
SV87–KIT (GW65 Remote Monitoring Gateway and SV87
Vibration / Temperature Remote Sensors)

User Manual
Vibration Monitoring
Solution
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Table of contents
1 Advisories ..........................................................................1
1.1 Copyright..................................................................1
1.2 Quality Assurance ...................................................... 1
1.3 Documentation ..........................................................1
1.4 Disposal of Electronic Waste.........................................1
2 Introduction........................................................................2
3 Safety ................................................................................5
4 Product Descriptions...........................................................7
4.1 Product Call-Out Description......................................... 7
4.2 Remote Monitoring Gateway GW65 Overview................... 7
4.3 SV87 Remote Sensor Overview.....................................7
4.4 Mobile App Overview ..................................................8
4.5 Windows App Overview ...............................................8
5 Quick Steps ........................................................................9
5.1 Quick Steps for Standalone Operation.............................9
5.2 Quick Steps for Windows PC Operation......................... 13
6 Sensor Installation ............................................................ 18
6.1 Sensor Placement Considerations................................ 18
6.2 Mounting the Sensors................................................ 18
6.3 Where sensors should not be placed ............................ 21
6.4 Determining the Number of Sensors to Place on
Equipment .............................................................. 21
6.5 Documenting Sensor Locations ................................... 22
7 Mapping a Test Site ........................................................... 23
7.1 Assets.................................................................... 23
7.2 Sensor Groups......................................................... 23
7.3 Test Points .............................................................. 23
7.4 Sensor Identification.................................................. 23
8 Communication Preparation ............................................... 24
8.1 Communication Basics .............................................. 24
8.2 Choosing PC-based or Standalone Control .................... 24
8.2.1 How To Decide .............................................. 24
8.2.2 Standalone System Block Diagram .................... 24
8.2.3 Windows PC Operation Block Diagram ............... 25
8.3 Preparing a Communications System............................ 26
8.4 Preparing the Mobile App ........................................... 27
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8.5 Preparing the Windows PC App ................................... 28
8.6 ‘Historical sensors’ Option .......................................... 29
8.7 Preparation for sensor Placement ................................ 29
9 Mobile App Screen Set....................................................... 30
9.1 FLIR Mobile App Screens........................................... 30
9.2 Trend Charts............................................................ 36
9.3 ISO 10816–1 Mechanical Vibration Sensor Alerts ............ 37
10 Windows PC App............................................................... 40
10.1 Opening Windows App Screen .................................... 40
10.2 The Information Tab .................................................. 41
10.3 The Sensors Tab ...................................................... 43
10.4 The Trend Chart Screen ............................................. 45
10.5 Alarm Status Tab ...................................................... 45
10.6 The Archive tab........................................................ 46
11 Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) .............................................. 48
11.1 Background............................................................. 48
11.2 Time-Domain and Frequency-Domain Methods .............. 48
11.3 Determining Machine Defects by Vibration
Characteristics......................................................... 48
12 Toggling Standalone and Local Server Modes ...................... 50
13 GW65 Field Firmware Updates ............................................ 51
13.1 Firmware Update Procedure using the Mobile
App ....................................................................... 51
14 Three-Year Limited Warranty ............................................... 52
15 Customer Support............................................................. 53
16 Specifications................................................................... 54
16.1 GW65 Remote Monitoring Gateway
Specifications .......................................................... 54
16.2 SV87 Remote Sensor Specifications............................. 55
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Advisories
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1.1 Copyright
©2021 FLIR Systems, Inc. All rights reserved worldwide.
No parts of the software including source code may be reproduced, transmit-
ted, transcribed or translated into any language or computer language in any
form or by any means, electronic, magnetic, optical, manual or otherwise,
without the prior written permission of FLIR Systems.
The documentation must not, in whole or part, be copied, photocopied, repro-
duced, translated or transmitted to any electronic medium or machine-read-
able form without prior consent, in writing, from FLIR Systems. Names and
marks appearing on the products herein are either registered trademarks or
trademarks of FLIR Systems and/or its subsidiaries. All other trademarks,
trade names or company names referenced herein are used for identification
only and are the property of their respective owners.
1.2 Quality Assurance
The Quality Management System under which these products are developed
and manufactured has been certified in accordance with the ISO 9001 stand-
ard. FLIR Systems is committed to a policy of continuous development; there-
fore, we reserve the right to make changes and improvements on any of the
products without prior notice.
1.3 Documentation
To access the latest manuals and notifications, go to the Download tab at:
https://support.flir.com. It only takes a few minutes to register online. In the
download area you will also find the latest releases of manuals for our other
products, as well as manuals for our historical and obsolete products.
1.4 Disposal of Electronic Waste
As with most electronic products, this equipment must be disposed
of in an environmentally friendly way, and in accordance with existing
regulations for electronic waste. Please contact your FLIR Systems
representative for more details.
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Introduction
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The FLIR Vibration Monitoring Solution allows you to monitor machinery for
excessive vibration and over-temperature conditions using a mobile device
exclusively (standalone) or a combination of Windows® PC and mobile de-
vice. Accelerometers in the sensors measure changes in vibration. Thermom-
eters in the sensors measure surface temperature.
This product can check for balance issues, eccentricity, misalignment, and
looseness. Examples of equipment that can be monitored are shown below.
Figure 2.1 Monitoring vibration and temperature in motors.
Figure 2.2 Monitoring vibration and temperature in fans.
Figure 2.3 Monitoring vibration and temperature in conveyors.
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Figure 2.4 Monitoring vibration and temperature in chillers.
Vibration measurements encompass the frequency (velocity), amplitude
(strength), and acceleration (intensity) of the vibration.
Figure 2.5 Vibration frequency (left), amplitude (centre), and acceleration (right)
Vibration measurements provide insight into potential mechanical issues. This
device is well suited for identifying imbalances, eccentricity, loose parts, and
misalignment. In addition, remote sensors include a surface temperature ther-
mometer that identifies potential over-heating issues. Excessive vibration and
over-temperature conditions can shorten the life of machinery and compo-
nents, pose safety hazards, and create excessive noise.
Acceleration is measured in ‘g’ units (gravitational constant). Velocity is repre-
sented in mm/s (millimetres per second) and in/s (inches per second) units
and is derived from internal calculations. Temperature measurements are pre-
sented in ℃and ℉units.
The remote sensors attach directly to machinery, using the supplied double-
sided tape, and transmit data to the remote monitoring gateway via Bluetooth
which in turn communicates to a mobile device and Windows PC. Adhesive
alternatives are available commercially that could be more reliable on some
machinery (see the Specifications section for details). The system consists of
the following components:
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•GW65 Remote Monitoring Gateway. Communicates with remote sensors
over Bluetooth and transmits measurement data over Wi-Fi. Multiple gate-
ways can be used for optimum coverage of large test sites.
•SV87 Remote Sensors. Attach to machinery and transmit measurement
data and battery status via Bluetooth to the remote monitoring gateway.
•Mobile application (app) for iOS and Android devices. Communicates
with the remote monitoring gateway on a Wi-Fi network.
•Windows PC application. Communicates with remote monitoring gate-
ways and mobile devices on a Wi-Fi network.
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Safety
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Warnings identify conditions that expose the user to danger. For safe opera-
tion, and to avoid the potential for electrical shock and fire, read and under-
stand all operational instructions and safety warnings and cautions. Failure to
do so can cause personal injury and damage to equipment.
• Please read all safety information and user manual instructions before us-
ing these devices.
• No user serviceable equipment. Please contact FLIR for all service and re-
pair inquiries.
• Use these devices only as described in the provided documentation. Fail-
ure to do so can impair the devices’ built-in protections.
• These devices are intended for indoor use only.
• Do not use any of these devices if they appear damaged or if they do not
function normally. Contact FLIR for service.
• Avoid wet or overly damp locations for installation or when using these
devices.
WARNING! Hazardous conditions.
Double Insulation.
Certified by ETL to North America safety standards.
Conforms to European Union directives.
Conforms to Australian Safety and EMC standards.
Complies with WEEE Directives.
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WARNING
Applicability: Class B digital devices.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason-
able protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If
this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct
the interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the re-
ceiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced Radio / TV technician for help.
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Product Descriptions
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4.1 Product Call-Out Description
Figure 4.1 Remote Monitoring Gateway GW65 (left) and SV87 Remote Sensor (right).
1. GW65 AC plug side
2. GW65 Power LED (blue light when powered)
3. GW65 Communications LED (green for active communications; amber for
inactive communications)
4. SV87 ‘xyz’ axes graphic
5. SV87 serial number label
6. Low battery LED (glows red when battery is low)
4.2 Remote Monitoring Gateway GW65 Overview
Gateways communicate with sensors over Bluetooth and transmit measure-
ment data over a Wi-Fi network. gateways are AC powered and can be
plugged directly into an AC receptacle (100 V to 240 V AC 50 / 60 Hz).
4.3 SV87 Remote Sensor Overview
SV87 sensors attach to machinery using the supplied double-sided tape. Ad-
hesive alternatives are available that could be more reliable on some machi-
nery (see the Specifications section for details). When attached, sensors
measure Acceleration in gravitational units (g) and surface temperature in ℃
or ℉units.
Velocity data are derived from internal calculations and displayed in mm/s or
in/s units (millimetres or inches per second).
Measurement data is transmitted from the sensors to gateways over Blue-
tooth. Sensors also transmit battery status data. Coordinates (x, y, z) for vibra-
tion axes and serial number are printed on the sensor housing.
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4.4 Mobile App Overview
The mobile app is available from the App Store (iOS devices), or Google Play
(Android devices). With the mobile app you can communicate with gateways
over a Wi-Fi network.
The mobile app allows you to configure and organize gateways and sensors
into complete test systems, link sensors into groups, document asset types
and classifications, monitor readings digitally and graphically, set alarms, and
more.
4.5 Windows App Overview
The Windows app (link below) allows you to monitor and control test systems
from your PC. Communication takes place over a Wi-Fi network. The app dis-
plays measurement data in trend graphs and digitally. The app can send email
alerts when alarm thresholds have been exceeded and can export measure-
ment data as .csv files for use in spreadsheets.
Web link: https://support.flir.com/product/RemoteMonitoring.
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Quick Steps
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The Vibration Monitoring Solution is a powerful set of tools that require careful
attention and a fair number of steps to set up. Once setup is complete, how-
ever, the tools are automated and do not require adjustment unless changes
to the setup are needed.
Follow the quick steps in Section 5.1, below, for Standalone operation (mobile
device use only), or Section 5.2 if you are using a Windows PC and a mobile
device. Refer to Section 8.2, Choosing PC-based or Standalone Control, to
help you decide which route to take.
These steps will take you through the process of establishing communication
with the devices in your system. Once communication is established you can
continue with the remaining sections of this manual to set up sensors and ex-
plore the other capabilities of the monitoring system.
NOTE
• The mobile device must be within 30 cm (12 inches) of the gateway during setup.
• The sensors must be kept within 1.5 m (5 feet) of the gateway during setup.
5.1 Quick Steps for Standalone Operation
1. Plug the gateway into an AC outlet. The blue power LED and amber com-
munication LED will light. The communication LED turns green when com-
munication is established with the Wi-Fi network.
2. Download the FLIR Remote Monitoring app for Android (Google Play) or
iOS device (App Store).
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3. Open the app on your mobile device and tap ‘STANDALONE’ on the
opening app screen.
4. Tap the + Add Gateway command.
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5. A three-step information screen will appear. Tap START.
6. The STEP 1 screen will appear. Tap CONNECT.
7. The gateway name should appear on the gateway list.
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8. Tap the displayed gateway name. The STEP 2 screen will appear. Note
that STEP 3 is the sensor activation step (not covered in these quick
steps). See Section 9, Mobile App, for instructions.
9. Tap CONTINUE.
10. Tap the name of your network in the Wi-Fi router list.
11. Type the network password when prompted.
12. Tap NEXT when communication is successful. If not successful, repeat
the above steps; contact FLIR if issues persist.
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13. The Standalone communication is now operational, and the system is
ready for adding sensors; see Section 9, Mobile App.
5.2 Quick Steps for Windows PC Operation
For in-depth Windows app instructions, please refer to Section 10.
1. Connect the Windows PC to the local Wi-Fi server network.
2. Download, install and open the Windows app.
Link to app: https://support.flir.com/remote monitoring.
3. The user name, password, IP address, and port number are shown on the
app’s opening screen.
4. If gateways have been connected before, you’ll see them on the gateway
list in the app. To export data in .csv format from an archived or active
gateway, click the Export button on the opening app screen.
5. Plug the GW65 into an AC power source.
6. The blue (power) LED and amber (communications) LED will light. The
communications LED is amber when not communicating to the Wi-Fi net-
work. When communication is established, the LED will turn green.
7. Download, install, and open the mobile app on your smart device, and se-
lect Local Server from the opening screen. For Android devices use the
Google Play store and for iOS devices go to the App Store to obtain the
mobile app.
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8. Tap +Add Server to begin the process of connecting to the Wi-Fi network,
unless you see the PC machine name already on the Server List (as
shown in the image below). If so, tap the machine name and continue with
step 14.
9. In the mobile app, tap on the Server IP field and type the IP address that
matches the address on the Windows app screen.
10. Tap the User Name field and type the user name that matches the user
name in the Windows app screen.
11. Tap the Password field and type the password that matches the password
in the Windows app screen.
12. If necessary, tap the Port field and enter the number that matches the
number in the Windows app screen.
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