Manual IRD 258

MODEL 258
SERIES II
User Manual
Part No: E49248
Copyright © 2011
Model 258 Series II User Manual
Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................................................................. 1
INTRODUCTION TO THE MODEL 258 SERIES II ............................................................................................... 3
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................. 3

ABOUT THIS MANUAL ....................................................................................................................................................... 4
MODEL 258 SERIES II BUTTONS AND KEYPAD ..................................................................................................................... 8
BATTERY OPERATIONS .................................................................................................................................................... 12
SYSTEM CONNECTIONS ................................................................................................................................................... 16
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MICROSOFT ACTIVESYNC COMMUNICATIONS .................................................................................................................. 18
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WINDOWS MOBILE DEVICE CENTER COMMUNICATIONS ................................................................................................... 18
SD MEMORY CARD OPERATION ....................................................................................................................................... 19
HOW TO PERFORM A RESET ............................................................................................................................................ 19
SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
HOW TO SET UP YOUR 258 SERIES II ............................................................................................................. 23
SYSTEM SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................................................... 23

TROUBLESHOOTING ........................................................................................................................................................ 24
APPENDIX A ANALYZER MODULE ................................................................................................................... 25
ANALYZER OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................................... 25

HOW TO SET UP AND TAKE AN ANALYZER MEASUREMENT .................................................................................................. 25
TO SET-UP AN ANALYZER MEASUREMENT .......................................................................................................................... 25
TAKING AN ANALYZER MEASUREMENT.............................................................................................................................. 27
TAKING PHASE MEASUREMENTS ...................................................................................................................................... 28
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS WHEN TAKING MULTI-CHANNEL MEASUREMENTS ........................................................................ 28
HOW TO SAVE TEST RESULTS ......................................................................................................................................... 29
HOW TO VIEW STORED TEST RESULTS ........................................................................................................................................ 29
HOW TO BACKUP STORED SPECTRA ................................................................................................................................ 30
HOW TO DELETE STORED SPECTRAL FILES ...................................................................................................................... 30
HOW TO LOAD A SAVED ANALYZER TEST SETUP ............................................................................................................... 30
APPENDIX B BALANCING MODULE................................................................................................................. 31
258 SERIES II BALANCING OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................. 31

SINGLE-PLANE BALANCING OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................................. 31
HOW TO SET UP FOR A SINGLE-PLANE PROCEDURE ......................................................................................................... 32
HOW TO PERFORM A SINGLE-PLANE PROCEDURE ............................................................................................................. 35
TWO-PLANE BALANCING PROCEDURE OVERVIEW ............................................................................................................. 49
HOW TO SET UP A TWO-PLANE PROCEDURE .................................................................................................................... 51
HOW TO PERFORM A TWO-PLANE PROCEDURE ................................................................................................................ 53
STATIC-COUPLE BALANCING PROCEDURE OVERVIEW ....................................................................................................... 62
HOW TO SET UP A STATIC-COUPLE PROCEDURE .............................................................................................................. 63
APPENDIX C BUMP TEST MODULE ........................................................................................................................ 64
BUMP TEST OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................... 64

WHY DO A BUMP TEST? .................................................................................................................................................. 64
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TO PERFORM A BUMP TEST ............................................................................................................................................. 65
APPENDIX D ACCESSORIES OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................ 69
HARDWARE .................................................................................................................................................................. 69
BATTERY AND POWER SUPPLY.................................................................................................................................... 69
ACCELEROMETERS, SPEED & VELOCITY SENSORS ................................................................................................... 69
CABLES ........................................................................................................................................................................ 69
MISCELLANEOUS ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................................. 69
FIELD UPGRADES ........................................................................................................................................................ 70
IRD LLC LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................... 71
LIMITED WARRANTY..................................................................................................................................................... 71
SERVICE ........................................................................................................................................................................ 71
RETURN PROCEDURE ................................................................................................................................................... 71
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Introduction to the Model 258 Series II

Safety Instructions
WARNING! Your safety is extremely important. Read and follow all warnings in this
document before handling and operating the equipment. You can be seriously injured,
and equipment and data can be damaged if you do not follow the safety warnings.
WARNING! - Warning messages can alert you to an operating procedure,

practice, condition, or statement that must be strictly observed to prevent
equipment damage or destruction, or corruption or loss of data.
IMPORTANT: Important messages means that there is a risk of product or

property damage if the instruction is not heeded.
Personnel Safety
Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away
from moving parts.
Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times to enable better control of the device
during unexpected situations.
Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing
protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
Do not repair or adjust energized equipment alone, under any circumstances. Someone capable of
providing first aid must always be present for your safety.
To work on or near high voltage, you should be familiar with approved industrial first aid methods.
Always obtain first aid or medical attention immediately after an injury. Never neglect an injury, no
matter how slight it seems.
Device Safety
Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not attempt to open the device.
Device service must be performed only by qualified IRD repair personnel.
Use only accessories recommended or provided by IRD LLC.
Energized equipment
Never work on energized equipment unless authorized by a responsible authority. Energized electrical
equipment is dangerous. Electrical shock from energized equipment can cause death. If you must
perform authorized emergency work on energized equipment, be sure that you comply strictly with
approved safety regulations.
Hazardous Locations
Hazardous instructions are included with this product.
Avoid Submerging in Water

This equipment has been designed to be splash and dust resistant. However, avoid direct contact with
water, wet surfaces, or condensing humidity. If the instrument is subjected to these conditions, adverse
operation may result, and there is a risk serious injury or damage should electrical shock or fires occur.
Allow the instrument to dry thoroughly before operation. Avoid opening the card slot door in locations
where contact with water or other contaminants may occur.
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Avoid Damage and Injury

To avoid costly damage to the instrument or injury from a falling instrument, place the instrument on a
solid stable surface when not in use and do not place any heavy objects on it.
Use a damp, clean cloth for cleaning. Do not use cleaning fluids, abrasives, or aerosols. They could
cause damage, fire, or electrical shock.
Avoid Battery Compartment Exposure

Do not open the battery compartment in a hazardous area, or in locations where contact with water or
other contaminants may occur.
About This Manual

This manual introduces you to IRD Balancing’s Model 258 Series II. It offers complete and
detailed reference to setup screens, data collection displays, and data review options. This
information is essential when setting up the Model 258 Series II.
The Model 258 Series II instrument is supplied with the Analysis and Balancing modules
pre-installed. Purchase of an additional license may be required to active all installed
modules. Additional add-on modules may also be purchased for the Model 258 Series II.
Contact your local IRD Customer Service Center for availability.
User Manual Conventions

As you use this manual, you'll discover certain conventions used:
Bold type is used to indicate text that appears in a menu or data screen.
Italics are used to emphasize important information.
? - are used to indicate notes to the reader.
Step by step procedures are sequenced using bullets, •.
Chapter Overview
This manual's chapters are organized to help the new Model 258 Series II user quickly set up his Model
258 Series II, and to quickly begin to utilize the instrument. Chapters are arranged in a logical
sequence as described below:
Chapter 1, Introduction – Describes this User Manual and overviews the Model 258 Series II.
Important “getting started” information is detailed including the modes, how to get around using
the buttons and menus, and how to utilize the connectors.
Chapter 2, How to Set Up Your Model 258 Series II – Describes setting system preferences and
global measurement settings.
Appendix A, Analyzer Module – Describes how to set up and perform machinery analyzer
procedures using the Model 258 Series II.
Appendix B, Balancing Module – Describes how to set up and perform machinery balancing
procedures using the Model 258 Series II.
Appendix C, Bump Test Module – Describes how to set up and perform bump test procedures
using the Model 258 Series II.
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Appendix D, Using the Strobe Light – Describes how to connect the strobe light to the Model 258
Series II.
Appendix E, Model 258 Series II Accessories – Lists accessories available for use with the Model
258 Series II.
The Model 258 Series II

The Model 258 Series II is a lightweight, portable, multi-channel data acquisition and storage terminal. It
collects machinery vibration and other measurements. Together with visual observations, the Model 258
Series II allows for detailed machine analyses in a harsh industrial environment.
Figure 1 - 1.
The Model 258 Series II.
The Model 258 Series II, including its upgrades, performs all the tasks required for machinery predictive
maintenance. It automatically collects both dynamic (vibration) and static (process) measurements
from almost any source. It provides easy to use setup screens for quickly capturing data related to
specific applications such as balancing.
A variety of input devices may be used with your Model 258 Series II. Vibration measurements are
collected with either handheld magnetically mounted sensors or permanently mounted sensors.
Values read from other indicators may be entered into the Model 258 Series II by pressing the
appropriate alpha/numeric keys on the Model 258 Series II keypad. You can also enter your
observations as coded notes.
In addition to its function as an Analyzer, the Model 258 Series II has all the features and
performances of a powerful analyzer to capture and display high resolution spectra for detailed
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analysis. A Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) frequency spectrum is available for display on the color LCD
(Liquid Crystal Display) screen.
LCD Indicators
During data collection, the three LCD indicators, located above the display to the right, show the
measurement’s status as data collection occurs. Data collection LCD display is described below:
Amber only – Data collection is occurring.
Green only – Data collection is complete, measurement results are not in alarm.
Red and green - Data collection is complete, measurement results are in alarm.
Amber and green – Data collection is occurring; settling is taking longer than expected.
Red, amber, and green - Data collection is taking longer than expected, the Model 258 Series II may be
experiencing a settling problem. Measurement results may be invalid.
The Main Screen

The Model 258 Series II has a high resolution, supertwist, color graphic liquid crystal display (LCD).
Everything needed to identify and assess a measurement appears on the color LCD screen
(identification, description, engineering units, warning alarms, and current value).
When you first turn on the Model 258 Series II, the IRD Balancing title screen initially displays, showing
your unit’s installed modules and firmware version number. After a few seconds the Model 258 Series II
automatically displays its main screen showing all of the modules.
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Figure 1 - 2.
The Main Screen.
Available operating modes are identified with icons on the main screen’s display area.
Analyzer Mode – performs analyzer functions.
Balancing Mode – resolves single-plane, two-plane, and static-couple balances with high
precision.
Setup Mode – for setting your Model 258 Series II’s system preferences.
Bump Test Mode – determines the natural frequencies of a machine or a structure.
Module Management
The Model 258 Series II is shipped with modules pre-installed. Modules that were not purchased
will require a license key entry to activate before use.
Module management consists of:
• Using the Module Manager to hide or show module icons (e.g., hide inactive module icons)
• Uninstalling modules you do not intend to use (e.g., to free up GX disk space, uninstall
inactive modules)
• Activating modules with a license key (e.g., after purchase, activate a module)
• Installing Modules (e.g., reinstall a module you previously uninstalled)
Purchasing Additional Modules

If you purchase an additional module, you will receive a license key that is used to activate the
module on the Model 258 Series II.
To purchase a module license key, contact your local IRD office and provide your Model 258 Series II’s
serial number and unit ID. The serial number is located on the asset label on the rear of the unit. The
unit ID is displayed on the Help menu’s About box.
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Once you have received a 7-digit license key, you can activate the module.
To activate a preinstalled module:
• Select the module’s icon on the Main Menu and press an Enter button. If the module is
unlicensed, a prompt appears asking for the license key.
• Enter the 7-digit license key for this module and press OK.
Figure 1 - 3.
The Enter License Key Prompt.
Once the module is activated successfully, you can then run it again without having to re- enter the
license key.
Model 258 Series II Buttons and Keypad
Function Buttons
The bottom of the main screen displays command words that describe the current functions of the 258
Series II’s four function buttons. Each command word describes the current use of the function button
beneath it. The functions of these buttons change as you operate in various modes and displays.
When you first turn on your 258 Series II, two functions become available: Help and About.
The Help Function
• Press the Help function button to access the context sensitive help. The help screen displays the
help topic associated with your current activity.
• Press the Goto function button to access the highlighted help topic, or use the arrow keys
to access help on other topics.
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The About Dialog
• Press the About function button to view the About dialog.
The About dialog lists all installed modules and displays your Model 258 Series II’s Firmware Version
number and Unit ID number. Identify these numbers if you call customer support. The internal
memory and the SD card (if applicable) memory status levels are available by scrolling down.
• If you call customer support, you will also be asked for your Model 258 Series II’s serial
number located on the back of the instrument.
How to Use the Buttons and Keypad

The graphic below locates and identifies important buttons and keys.
Figure 1 - 4.
Model 258 Series II Buttons and Keys.
4 function buttons
alpha / numeric keypad shift button
2 Enter buttons arrow buttons

power button
Enter Buttons
The two Enter buttons are located on either side of the LCD display. In any screen, press one of the
Enter buttons to select the highlighted option.
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Function Buttons
The bottom of the main screen displays up to four command words that describe the current functions
of the four function buttons. Each command word on the display represents the function of the
button beneath it. The functions of these buttons change as you operate in various modes and
displays, to allow quick access to often used features.
In all non-setup displays, the 0 / up arrow (shift) button provides alternate functions for the four
function buttons.
• Press the 0 / up arrow button, alternate functions display and are available for
approximately three seconds, then revert back to original functions.
Arrow Buttons
The four buttons in the center are identified as the up, down, left, and right arrow buttons. Use of
these buttons depends on your Model 258 Series II activity:
Main Screen – On the main screen, use all four arrow buttons to highlight the desired operating mode
option and then press an Enter button to initiate the mode.
Figure 1 - 5.
The Main Screen.
Setup Screens – In a setup screen, use the up/down arrow buttons to highlight the field whose setting
you wish to change. With the desired field highlighted, use the right/left arrow buttons to open/close
the field, displaying its available settings. Then use the up/down arrow buttons to highlight the field’s
new setting and press Enter.
• In setup screens, when not in an input field, the 0 / up arrow (shift) button jumps the highlight
to the screen’s first setting
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Figure 1 - 6.
A Setup Screen.
Data Display Screens – In a spectral display screen, use the left/right arrow buttons to move the
spectrum’s cursor, and to control display expansion. Use the up/down arrow buttons to adjust the
spectrum’s full scale range.
Figure 1 - 7.
A Data Display Screen.
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The Alpha/Numeric Keypad

Use the alpha/numeric keypad to input both numbers and letters.
• To input numbers, simply press the specific number key(s), and/or the decimal key. Numeric keys
2-9 also represent three or four alphabetical letters.
• To input letters, repeatedly press the number key representing the specific letter 2, 3, or 4
times. For example, for B, press the 2 key 3 times. This works in a similar manner to a cellular
phone’s text entry capability.
0 / Shift Button
On the numeric keypad, the 0 / up arrow button also acts as a “shift” button that has multiple uses
depending on the current operation:
• In a setup screen numeric input field, this button acts as a zero (0) button.
• In setup screens, when not in an input field, this button jumps the highlight to the screen’s first
setting.
• In all other displays, this button provides alternate functions for the four function buttons. In
this use, press the Shift button, alternate functions display and are available for approximately
three seconds, then revert back to original functions.
Saving Screens Using the Keypad

The Model 258 Series II enables you to save display screens as graphic files on an SD card, for
printing or use on a host computer.
To save screens to the SD card:

• If there is not an SD memory card already in the SD card slot, insert one.
• Press the shift key (zero / up arrow) then the P alphanumeric key. The Print Setup dialog
displays.
• Use the function keys to specify the file be saved to the SD Card. A bitmap (.bmp) file is saved
to the SD card, and a confirmation dialog displays. Note the file name assigned to the bitmap
for further use.
o You may also select to save the image to the internal memory by selecting
Internal. The bitmap image is saved in the \InternalDisk folder. It may then be
copied to a host PC using ActiveSync or Windows Mobile Device Center.
To print your saved Model 258 Series II screen bitmap:

• Press the back of the SD card to release it. Remove the SD card.
• Insert your SD card into a laptop or desktop computer with SD card slots. The SD card’s bitmap
will be available in the external drive directory of your computer.
Battery Operations
Power Adapter/Battery Charger

The Power Adapter/Battery Charger (E49307) converts AC power to DC power required by the Model
258 Series II. The Power Adapter/Battery Charger kit includes a USB/Power Splitter Cable (E48946) that
provides connections between the 258 Series II, the Power Adapter/Battery Charger and an external
device’s USB communications port.
You can connect the Power Adapter/Battery Charger with your 258 Series II turned on or off. The Power
Adapter/Battery Charger works with AC power sources worldwide.
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• If you are running your 258 Series II on AC power with a battery installed, the AC Power
Adapter/Battery Charger charges the battery (if needed), then maintains the battery's
charge.
WARNING! The Power Adapter/Battery Charger should be placed in a ventilated area (i.e.
on a desktop) when used to power the 258 Series II or charge the battery. Do not use the Power
Adapter/Battery Charger in a poorly ventilated area as overheating may occur, possibly resulting
in a fire.
Install and Charge the Battery

Prior to using the Model 258 Series II for the first time, place the Lithium-Ion battery pack (E45058) in
the 258 Series II and charge the Lithium Ion battery for at least 24 hours to ensure the battery is fully
charged. The battery charges when the Model 258 Series II is connected to its AC power
adapter/battery charger.
• You can operate from the external power adapter/battery charger while waiting for the
battery to charge.
Once the battery is fully charged (or connected to the Power Adapter/Battery Charger), it is ready for
operation.
Battery Life
Primary power is provided by battery packs. The battery packs operate for 8 hours in typical operating
environments, although the actual per-charge life can vary drastically depending on conditions,
equipment options, and usage patterns.
• The battery status displays in the top right corner of the title bar.
• Press the (.) key to display the amount of battery power remaining. A dialog displays
battery status.
Good – Approximately 25% or more of battery life remains (i.e., approximately 4 hours of
normal usage).
Low - Less than 25% of battery life remaining (approximately 2 hours), charge the battery as
soon as possible.
Critical – Very limited battery life remaining (less than 45-60 minutes). Charge the battery
immediately, it is not recommended to continue work when the battery status is Critical.
Charging – Indicates the battery is charging.
IMPORTANT: Connect the Model 258 Series II to its Power Supply/Battery Charger whenever
you do not intend to resume operations in the immediate future. Database damage may occur if
battery power is completely discharged while the unit is in operation or in suspend mode.
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How to Install the Battery Pack
IMPORTANT: To ensure proper and safe operation, ONLY use the supplied battery pack.
To install the Lithium-Ion battery pack:

• Remove the two screws on the battery cover located on the underside of your device and
lift the battery cover away from the device.
• The main battery is removed by sliding the cell to the left and lifting it out of the device.
• Insert the replacement lithium-ion battery in the battery compartment and slide to the right to
fit into place.
• Replace the battery cover and press down firmly on the cover while re-securing the latches.
WARNING! To minimize the risk of serious injury or damage:

Do not expose the battery pack to temperatures in excess of 140°F (60°C).
Do not disassemble, incinerate, or short-circuit the battery pack. Danger of explosion if
battery is incorrectly replaced.
Replace the battery only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not open battery compartment in a hazardous / explosive area.
Replacing the Battery in an Active Model 258 Series II

If the Model 258 Series II is running from battery power only, removing the battery causes the device to
shut off power to the LCD display and to the SD card. The device may lose any data stored in RAM. This
could result in database errors!
To avoid these problems, use the following procedure to replace the battery pack in an active 258
Series II running on battery power:
• Press the Power button for two seconds to suspend the device.
• Unlatch the battery and remove the pack.
• Replace with a fully charged battery pack and re-latch.
• Press the Power button.
How to Charge the Battery Pack

The Lithium-Ion battery packs (E45058) charge fully in 3-5 hours in the 258 Series II. To prevent
overcharging, an internal monitoring circuit shuts power off to the battery once it reaches full capacity.
• IMPORTANT - Charge the battery fully before using the 258 Series II.
The battery is charged in the device using the power supply. The 258 Series II is usable while the
battery is charging.
To charge a battery pack in the Model 258 Series II:
• Ensure the power source is plugged into a wall outlet.

• Insert the power source into the POWER connector at the top of the device.
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Battery Maintenance
Use the following recommendations to prolong the life of your battery:
• If the 258 Series II is temporarily not in use (and therefore not being regularly charged), it is
important that it is recharged at least every 25 to 30 days to prevent damage to the cells.
• If the battery pack is left outside the unit, it is important that it is recharged every 12 months to
prevent damage to the cells.
• It is recommended to recalibrate the electronic "fuel gauge" (i.e. State Of Charge meter) after
approximately every 30th recharge. This prevents the fuel gauge from showing an incorrect
battery charge percentage. To do this, fully discharge the battery pack and then fully charge it
without any interruptions, ideally with the unit in suspend mode (off).
• It will take longer to charge the battery if the unit is switched on during charging. Recharge the
instrument while the unit is in suspend mode (off) for the quickest recharge time.
• The battery capacity (the length of unit's operational / run time) will be reduced at temperature
extremes, i.e. both high and low operating temperatures will reduce the amount of time the
unit runs from the battery pack.
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System Connections
Communication Set Up
Figure 1 - 8.
Connectors on Top of the 258 Series II.
To connect your 258 Series II to the host computer using USB connector:
• Connect the supplied USB / power splitter cable between the USB Device connector and
your host computer’s USB port connector.
• On the host computer, enable ActiveSync or Windows Mobile Device Center (WMDC) for USB
connection. Do not set up a partnership. When connection between the 258 Series II and
ActiveSync is established, ActiveSync displays “Connected.”
o ActiveSync communication with the 258 Series II requires specific drivers to be
installed on the host PC. Refer to the Microsoft® ActiveSync Communications
section, later in this chapter.
o WMDC communication with the 258 Series II requires specific drives to be
installed on the host PC. Refer to the Windows® Mobile Device Center
Communications section, later in this chapter.
On the 258 Series II, the current screen automatically displays a communication dialog when the
communication link is established.
• The communication dialog remains open until the host-computer link has been terminated
CH1, CH2, USB Device/Power/Trigger, and USB Host Connectors

Sensor input signals are connected through the CHannel 1 and CHannel 2 Fischer connectors and
the USB Host/CH 4 connector at the top of the 258 Series II.
With CH1 and CH2, no cable identification takes place to achieve the flexibility of accepting signals from
different sensors; including accelerometers, velocity and displacement sensors, process inputs, etc.
Therefore, the 258 Series II proceeds to take data when the measurement is started, even though there
may not be a sensor or cable attached.
CH1 –Provides input capabilities for CH1, CH2, CH3, and CH4 signal input channels.
• When disconnecting the sensor connector from the CH connectors, ensure the
red dots are aligned, grasp the sensor near the sensor tip and pull gently (do
not twist).
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CH2 – Provides input capabilities for CH2 and CH3 signal input channel.
USB Host/CH 4 –Provides USB keyboard support and input capabilities for a CH4 signal input
channel.
USB Device/Power/Trigger – To charge your batteries, connect the supplied Power Supply to the
unit’s Power connector. When power is not being supplied to the unit, this connector is available
for Trigger input. Optionally, using the supplied USB / power splitter cable, you can supply power
to the unit at the same time you are performing USB communications.
The maximum measurement range is ± 40 V while the minimum full-scale range voltage available is ± 10
mV (peak). Inputs are protected against higher voltage transients. However, sustained over-voltage
input levels must be avoided.
Connector Details
Figure 1 - 9.
Connector Detail
Mating Connector Details
• CH 1/CH2: Fischer: Part No. DPBE103A056-130
• USB DEV/Power/Trigger Fischer: Part No. DPBE103A057-130
• USB HOST/CH 4: Fischer: Part No. DPBE102A056-230
Pin-out CH1 Pin-out CH2 USB H/CH4 USB D/PWR/TRIG

1 CHANNEL 1 1 CHANNEL 2 1 CHANNEL 4 1 EXT-DC-IN
2 CHANNEL 2 2 NC 2 USB VBUS 2 USB Device D +
3 Strobe Out 3 Digital Gnd 3 USB Host D + 3 USB Device D -
4 CHANNEL 4 4 CHANNEL 3 4 USB Host D - 4 Digital Gnd
5 Analog Gnd 5 Analog Gnd 5 Gnd 5 EXT-TRIG-AUX
6 CHANNEL 3 6 +5V Tacho Out 6 Audio Out 6 USBV
7 Analog Gnd 7 +5V-Tacho Out
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Microsoft® ActiveSync Communications

Upgrade modules and operating system upgrades may be installed on the 258 Series II using Microsoft
ActiveSync synchronization software and the USB.
To download a free version of Microsoft ActiveSync, and for details on how to use ActiveSync,
contact the Microsoft Corporation via their website at www.microsoft.com. Run the ActiveSync
installation program and follow the on-screen instructions.
ActiveSync Drivers for 258 Series II

To facilitate communication between the 258 Series II and a host PC, you must first install specific
Windows driver files onto the host PC. ActiveSync drivers are compatible with Microsoft Windows
2000 (SP4) and Microsoft Windows XP (SP3). Microsoft Windows 7 must use Mobile Device Center
software.
To install the ActiveSync driver files:

• Copy the drivers (wceusbsh.inf and wceusbsh.sys) from the Product CD’s USB Driver folder to
the PC in a known location (you will need to specify their location later during the installation).
• Turn the 258 Series II on and connect to the host PC using the USB/Power Splitter Cable.
• The Found New Hardware Wizard dialog launches on the PC and prompts, “What do you want
the wizard to do?” Select the Install from a list or specific location option and click Next.
o If the “Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software?” prompt
appears, select No to proceed to the above prompt.
• On the next screen, enable the Include this location in the search checkbox and browse to the
host PC location where you copied the driver files, then click Next. The wizard searches for the
driver files and begins the installation.
• A Windows compatibility warning appears. Select Continue Anyway. The wizard completes,
click Finish, and the 258 Series II automatically connects to the host PC.
• Microsoft ActiveSync launches and asks to Set Up a Partnership. Select No and click Next.
ActiveSync displays its Connected dialog. The required drivers are now installed and the 258
Series II is able to communicate with the host PC.
Windows® Mobile Device Center Communications

To download a free version of Microsoft Windows Mobile Device Center (WMDC), and for details on
how to use WMDC, contact the Microsoft Corporation via their website at www.microsoft.com. Run
the installation program and follow the on-screen instructions. Once the driver has been installed on
the PC, it will not be required to be installed again.
Windows Mobile Device Center Drivers for 258 Series II

To facilitate communication between the 258 Series II and a host PC, you must first install specific
Windows driver files onto the host PC. PC’s using Windows 7 must use WMDC software.
To install the driver files:

• Run the CMC USB Driver Installer v#.##.###.msi installer to copy the driver files to the PC in a
known location.
• When the Found New Hardware Wizard appears on the PC, press cancel.
• Then, on the PC, run the driver installer located at:
Start/All Programs/CMC USB Driver/Install
• Follow the onscreen instructions to install the new USB drivers. When the Windows Security
message appears, select “Install the driver software anyway.”
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• Turn the 258 Series II on and connect to the host PC using the USB/Power Splitter Cable.
• Windows Mobile Device Center launches and asks to Set Up a Partnership. Select No and click
Next. WMDC displays its Connected dialog. The required drivers are now installed and the 258
Series II is able to communicate with the host PC.
SD Memory Card Operation

SD and SDHC cards (up to 16 GB) may be inserted when the instrument is powered on or off. Memory
cards must be properly formatted prior to use.
IMPORTANT – The SD card should not be disconnected in hazardous areas, it must be connected /
disconnected in safe areas only.
The 258 Series II is only certified for use with the following SD card:
Sandisk Secure Digital Card SDSDx-yyy
How to Perform a Reset

Should you need to reset your device, you have the option to perform either a hard or soft reset. A
hard reset resets the date, time, and time zone to their default values. A soft reset preserves these
values.
To perform a soft reset:

• With the 258 Series II ON, simultaneously hold down the 2, 7, 8 and 9 keys on the keypad for
approximately 1 second.
• The application reboots and the LCD screen loads the IRD Balancing title screen, then the
main screen.
To perform a hard reset:

• With the 258 Series II OFF, unscrew the battery cover on the back of the unit.
• Using a 1/16th inch pin or a straightened paper clip, press the reset button located in the lower
left corner of the battery compartment, below the battery.
• The LCD screen loads the SKF title screen, then the main screen.
Specifications
Input Sources
Acceleration, Velocity and Displacement from hand-held or installed sensors or monitoring
systems.
AC/DC Sensors Pressure Sensors Temperature Sensors
Keyboard Entry: Measurements read from indicators or installed instruments entered in engineering
units.
Universal Tachometer Input: Accepts pulse inputs in the range ±25 Volts.
Visual Inspections: Added to measurement as coded notes or typed-in text notes.
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Preprocessing
Enveloper (Demodulator): With four (4) selectable input filters for enhanced bearing and gear mesh
fault detection.
Filter Selection:
5 Hz – 100 Hz
50 Hz – 1,000 Hz
500 Hz – 10 kHz
5 kHz – 40 kHz
Input Parameters
Tachometer:
• TTL/Analogue Programmable to ± 40 Volts

• RPM Range 1 to 99,999
• Tachometer power supply output +5 volts at 100 mA
Input Over-Voltage Protection: AC ± 50 V peak, DC ± 50 V
Dynamic Range: >90 dB (20 bit ADC sigma-delta)
Amplitude Accuracy: 5%
Input Connectors:
• CH1: (6 pin Fischer 103) CH1, CH2, CH3, and CH4 input ICP™/AC/DC
• CH2: (6 pin Fischer 103) ICP™/AC/DC, CH2 and CH3 input, Trigger tachometer power supply
• USB Host/CH4: (7-pin Fischer 102) ICP™/AC/DC CH4 input, USB host
• Trig / Power / USB Device: (7 pin Fischer 103) Trigger In, Trigger tachometer power supply,
USB Device (for PC communications), Charger input
Data Processing and Storage

Microprocessor: Marvell Xscale PXA320 at 806MHz DSP
Processor: Motorola DSP56307
Memory:
• OS Storage Application, User Data 64 Mbytes Flash

• Internal RAM 64 Mbytes
• SD Card: SD and SDHC memory cards up to 4 GB
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Measurement
Range:
Frequency Range: 2 Hz to 40 kHz
Low-frequency cutoff: 0.18 Hz to 70 Hz
Averaging: Programmable from 1 to 4,096.
Averaging Type: Linear, synchronous time, peak hold, and continuous.
Cursor: Fixed and cursor lock. Single, harmonic and Peak Pick.
Trigger Modes: Trigger slope, and amplitude. Free run and external.
Resolution: Programmable 100, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400 and 12800 lines.
Measurement Windows: Hanning, Flattop and Uniform.
Data Displays
• Spectrum, Time, Phase Table, Orbit, Process, Cross Channel Phase, Dual Spectrum and Time Plots.
• Grid can be shown or hidden by user selection.
Power
Battery Size: Li-Ion 2200 mAh (BP-12)
• Long life removable Lithium Ion battery packs.

• No loss of data during battery charges.
• Battery can be charged in the collector.
Physical Data
Keyboard: Sealed chemical resistant elastomeric silicon, tactile touch, numeric.
Dedicated Keys: Up, down, right and left two enter keys for right and left hand operation, four
function keys.
Hot Keys: Peak Find, Harmonic, expand.
LCD Screen: Color 1/4 VGA 320 pixels x 240 pixels (54mm x 72mm) Viewable. Case: High
impact ABS with IP 65 dust and splash rating.
Size:
• 186mm x 93mm (7.44” x 3.72”) narrowest point

• 186mm x 134mm (7.44” x 5.36”) widest point
Weight: 715 grams (1.6 lb)
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Environmental
Hazardous Locations: (Certification Pending) CSA, Class I, Division 2, Groups A, B, C, D (special
conditions apply)
CE Mark Rated
IP Rating: IP 65
Temperature Range Storage: -20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)
Humidity: 95% non-condensing
Communications
USB with ActiveSync or WMDC
Printing
Screens can be saved to the SD Card as windows Bitmap.
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How to Set Up Your 258 Series II

System Settings
Overview
This section describes Setup mode options that determine various system preferences.
To access the Setup screen:
• From the main screen, use the left, right, up, and/or down arrows to select the
Setup option.
• Press an Enter button. The Setup screen displays.
Figure 2 - 1.
The Setup Screen.
The Setup Screen

Function Buttons
Help – Press the Help function button to quickly view on-line help.
[Cont. -] – Press the Cont.- function button to decrease graphic display contrast.
[Cont. +] – Press the Cont. + function button to increase graphic display contrast.
Apply – Press the Apply function button to save all changes to Setup screen fields and return to the
main screen.
Modules – Press the Shift button (0 / up arrow) and the Modules button to open the Module Manager.
The following system preferences are configured from the Setup screen:
• Press an Enter button to accept the highlighted selection in all drop- down lists.
• A scroll bar in a drop-down list indicates there are more options than visible. Use the up and down
arrow buttons to scroll through all options.
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Date Format – Both European date (Day/Month/Year) and American date (Month/Day/Year) conventions are available.
Select the appropriate format:
DD/MM/YYYY; MM/DD/YYYY; YYYY/MM/DD
Time Zone – For use with Microsoft® ActiveSync or WMDC operations. Select your time zone from the drop down list.
When ActiveSync synchronizes data between the device and PC, it synchronizes the date / time on the device to the
PC’s date / time. To prevent the date / time being set incorrectly, the device’s Time Zone setting should match that of
the PC.
Date/Time – Set the current date and time from the appropriate areas.
• Use the right and left arrow buttons to scroll between fields.
• Use the up and down arrow buttons or the numeric keypad to adjust the setting in each field.
• Press an Enter button to accept your Date/Time changes.
Module ICP – Overides the ICP™ power mode. Automatic determines ICP™ power status depending on sensor type.
• “Never” – ICP off

• “Always” – ICP on
• “AUTO” - default
Language – Use the drop down list to select the language for displays. After entering your selection, press Apply to
return to the main screen. All display text appears in the specified language.
• After specifying changes to Setup screen settings, press the Apply function button to store your new settings
in the 258 Series II. The main screen displays.
Troubleshooting
Memory Operations
If your 258 Series II is not functioning properly:
• First, press the Power button to turn the device off and on again (suspend/resume).
• If your problem is not resolved, perform a soft reset by holding down the 2, 7, 8, and 9 keys
simultaneously.
• If your problem still is not resolved, perform a hard reset.
o Reference the How to Reset Your 258 Series II section in the Introduction chapter
for more information on hard resets.
o Ensure that the device is plugged into the battery charger / line power.
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Appendix A Analyzer Module

Analyzer Overview
The Analyzer module allows you to quickly set up spectral / phase measurements and immediately
collect the measurement’s data for in- the-field FFT spectrum and phase analysis purposes. After data
collection, the measurement’s data may be stored in the 258 Series II for future review, and can be
transferred to the host computer in comma separated value format (.csv) for import and analysis into
the Analysis and reporting module or spreadsheet applications such as Microsoft Excel.
• Analyzer measurement setups can be stored in the 258 Series II and quickly recalled
for future use.
• The Analyzer module is intended for steady state machinery analysis.
How to Set Up and take an Analyzer measurement

As the Analyzer module is intended to measure machinery running in steady state conditions, some
settings are pre-set to simplify user setup. Pre-set measurement parameters are:
• Autoranging - On
• Overlap – 50 %
• Trigger – Free Run
To set-up an analyzer measurement

• From the Home screen, use the arrow keys to highlight the Analyzer icon, and press an Enter
button. The Analyzer menu displays;
Figure A - 1. The Analyzer Menu.
Analyzer menu options are:

Setup – Displays Analyzer setup fields and begins data collection.
Recall – If you have saved a previous Analyzer measurement’s settings, you may recall them to
perform another measurement using the same settings.
Review Data – Initiates the Analyzer – Review Data screen allowing you to review saved
measurement data.
• From the Analyzer menu, select Setup, the Analyzer - Setup screen displays.
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Figure A - 2.The Analyzer Setup Screen.
Function Buttons
Function buttons at the bottom of the screen include:
Back – Returns you the Analyzer menu.
Save – Saves the current settings. Enter a filename to identify the measurement settings.
Start – Take Analyzer data using the current settings.
Analyzer Setup Fields

• Enter appropriate setup information in the following fields:
Num Channels – Specifies the number of channels you wish to use.
Sensor Type – Specifies the type of sensor used on CH1. (typically Accel G) Note: the specified sensor
type determines available options and engineering units for subsequent setup fields. For phase
measurements, connect a similar sensor with the same sensitivity to the CH2 connector and set the
following View Signal field to Spectrum and Phase. CH1’s sensor is the roving sensor, CH2’s sensor is
the reference sensor. The roving sensor is placed around the machine to make comparative phase
measurements relative to the reference sensor. (CH1 and CH2 Measurement only)
Sens. (mV/EU) – Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter transducer sensitivity in millivolts (mV) per
Engineering Unit (EU).
Y-axis units – Derives the measurement type and units. Options include Accel G, Accel m/s2, Vel IPS,
Vel mm/s, Disp μm, Disp mil, Disp thou, ESP (enveloped acceleration), Time.
• If Y-axis units are set to ESP, then the following View Signal option should be set to Spectrum.
If View Signal is set to Spectrum and Phase, invalid ESP data occurs.
X – axis units (Default Units) – (Hz or CPM) Specify frequency units for graphic displays.
Detection – (RMS, Peak, Pk-Pk, True Pk, or True Pk-Pk). Select the method of dynamic signal
detection from the list.
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Filter – Depending on the Y-axis units setting, the drop-down list displays two types of filter settings:
High-pass filter settings to remove low frequency interference for standard vibration measurements,
and Enveloper Band pass filter settings to focus an enveloped acceleration (ESP) measurement on the
harmonic frequency range of interest.
Freq Range (Fmax) – Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter the FFT upper full- scale frequency, up
to 80,000 Hz (4,800,000 CPM) for single and 2 channel measurements, 40,000Hz (2,400,000cpm) for
3 and 4 channel measurements.
Lines – Specify the spectrum’s lines of resolution. Note - increased resolution requires increased
time for data collection and consumes more storage memory. Maximum resolution is 25600
Lines for a single channel measurement, 12800 lines for a 2 channel measurement or 6400 Lines
for 3 and 4 channel measurements.
Samples – (Available only when Y-axis units is set to Time). From the drop down list, specify the
number of samples to record on the time waveform. 65536 samples for a single channel measurement,
32768 samples for a 2 channel measurement or 16384 samples for 3 and 4 channel measurements.
Together the number of Samples and the specified Freq Range determine the measurement’s
acquisition time, which displays in the setup screen’s message area.
Num. Averages – Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter the number of averages required.
Avg. Type – Options available are either RMS or Exponential
View Signal - Select from the drop down list whether to display the signal in Spectrum or in Spectrum
and Phase format.
• For phase measurements, connect a sensor similar to the one connected to CH1 to the CH2
connector.
Display Y-axis – (Linear, Logarithmic or Log dB) Specify the type of y-axis scaling.
• After setting Analyzer setup fields, if desired, press the Save function button to name and save
the current measurement settings for future recall.
Taking an Analyzer Measurement

• From the Setup screen, press the Start function button to begin data collection. The Analyzer –
Taking Data screen displays the FFT spectrum and, if specified, the comparative phase reading.
cursor frequency /
amplitude
Overall Values
Figure A - 3.
Example of an Enveloped. Acc. Measurement’s Analyzer Display.
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Press the Time function button to change the display to show the time signal, then press the Spectrum
function button to return to the spectral display.
Press the Pause function button to pause the acquisition process, press Start to continue acquisition.
• Move the spectral cursor to identify spectral frequencies of interest.

• Peak Cursor – “P” key – In a spectral display, press the “P” alphanumeric key to quickly jump
the cursor to the next highest peak to the right of the cursor.
• Harmonic Markers – “H” key – In a spectral display, press the “H” alphanumeric key to display
harmonic markers for the current cursor position. Use harmonic markers to rapidly locate
integral orders in relation to their fundamental (1X). The H key cycles the three harmonic
cursor modes: Simple, Harmonic, and Fixed.
Taking Phase Measurements

When using two channels to take phase measurements, channel one should be used as the phase
reference (static sensor), the roaming sensor should be attached to channel two. This prevents
negative results from being generated.
• For phase readings, move the cursor between peak amplitudes to observe the phase
difference between the peak amplitude components of the roving sensor to the reference
sensor.
• The phase difference between channel 1 and channel 2 are displayed in the top
right hand corner of the screen. It is shown as a vector and a numerical value.
• The phase reading is only valid when the cursor is moved to a specific peak in the
spectrum (i.e. the 1 X peak)
• Phase readings do not shift by ninety degrees when integrating between
acceleration, velocity, and displacement. Phase measurements are intended to be
used in comparison to diagnostic charts.
Figure A - 4.
Example of an Analyzer Display showing Phase.
Special considerations when taking multi-channel measurements

There are special considerations to be made when connecting sensors for multi-channel analysis.
 For a single channel display connect the sensor to CH1.
 For a 2 channel measurement connect sensors to CH1 and CH2.
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How to Save Test Results

From the Analyzer – Taking Data screen, press the Save function button to name and save the current
analyzer display (and its settings) for later review and use.
Analyzer spectra are stored in comma separated value format (.csv) in the Mobile Device/Internal
Disk/Analyzer folder. These .csv spectra files may be viewed with the Analyzer module, or may be copied
to the host computer and viewed within the Analysis and Reporting software, Microsoft Excel or other host
application.
Highlight the –save reading as- line and press the Save function button to display the Save As dialog.
The current date timestamp is the default filename.
• You may also overwrite/update an existing test result file using arrow buttons and the
Save function button.
Press the OK function button to accept the date timestamp as the filename, or use the alpha-numeric
keypad to enter a descriptive filename, then press OK. Test results are stored and you are returned to
the Analyzer – Setup screen.
• Tip – with the date timestamp displayed, press the right/left arrow button to move the
cursor to the end/beginning of the timestamp and type the tested machine’s ID. This
naming convention identifies both the machine and the date timestamp of the test.
How to View Stored Test Results

Viewing stored analyzer spectra is easy.
From the Analyzer main menu, select the Review Data icon. The Analyzer – Review Data screen
displays a list of all stored spectra.
Figure A - 5.
The View Stored Measurements Screen.
Use arrow buttons to select a spectrum for review and press the Open function button. The selected
spectrum displays.
• Press the Print function button to print the displayed spectrum.

• Press the Prev and Next function buttons to display the previous / next
spectrum in the list.
When finished, press the Back button to return to the Review Data screen to review additional stored
spectra.
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How to Backup Stored Spectra

Copying Spectra to the Host Computer
Using the appropriate cable, connect the 258 Series II to your host computer’s USB ports. ActiveSync
or Windows Mobile Device Center should automatically sense the connection and the Microsoft
ActiveSync or WDC window should display a Connected – Synchronized message.
• ActiveSync and WMDC communication with the device requires specific drivers to be
installed on the host PC.
Using Windows Explorer, copy the stored spectrum files (.csv files) from the Mobile Device/Internal
Disk/Analyzer folder to an appropriate folder on the host computer.
Backing Up Spectral Data to an SD card.
IMPORTANT – The SD card should not be disconnected in hazardous areas. It must be connected /
disconnected in safe areas only. For hazardous areas, you must use an SD card from:
Manufacturer Model
Insert an SD memory card into the proper slot at the bottom of the 258 Series II
From the Analyzer - Review Data screen, use up/down arrow buttons to select a spectrum for backup,
or select the – all –option to back up all spectra.
Press the Backup function button. A display prompts whether to format the card prior to backup,
answer appropriately.
IMPORTANT – a Yes response deletes all data previously stored on the card.
All specified spectral files are copied to the SD card and a Backup Complete message displays.
Press the OK function button, you return to the Review Data screen.
Eject the card and store in a safe place, or insert the card into the host computer and copy the
backed up files to the host computer’s hard drive.
How to Delete Stored Spectral Files

From the Review Data screen, use up/down arrow buttons to select a spectrum for deletion, or select the
– all –option to delete all surveys.
Press the Delete function button. You are prompted to confirm the deletion.
Press Yes and the spectrum results file is deleted from the device.
How to Load a Saved Analyzer Test Setup

You may load a previously saved Analyzer setup to perform a new job with the same settings.
From the Analyzer main menu, select the Recall icon and press an Enter button. The Analyzer
– Load Setup screen displays a list of all previously saved Bump Test setups.
• You may Backup and Delete saved tests using the same steps detailed earlier when
reviewing saved spectra.
Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight the test setup you would like to load and select the Open
function button. The Analyzer – Setup screen displays with the selected settings.
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Appendix B Balancing Module

258 Series II Balancing Overview
The easy to use Balancing application resolves single-plane, two-plane, and static-couple balances with
high precision. Clear, comprehensive setup menus and easy- to-follow display screens with graphical
data representations ensure easy operation.
The 258 Series II is designed to interface with off-the-shelf laser tachometers, optical
tachometers, or stroboscopes for balancing phase measurements.
For focus and ease of use, this appendix overviews and details procedures for single-plane, two-plane,
and static-couple balancing in separate sections.
Measurement Trigger Requirements

Machine balancing requires a 1 X trigger signal. The trigger signal is normally obtained from the ± TTL
output of one of four triggers:
• Buffered Outputs
• Laser tachometer
• Reflective systems
• Strobe Light
Single-Plane Balancing Overview

Regardless of whether you are performing a single or two-plane balancing procedure, all balancing
procedures progress through basic “runs” as you start (spin) and stop the rotor.
• For two-plane procedures, you perform some of the runs twice. Once with weights on
correction plane one and again with weights on correction plane two. For simplicity, the
following example describes a single-plane procedure.
1 - Set Up Balancing Equipment and Measurement Parameters

Stop - First, with the machine stopped, set up the balancing equipment and mark your tachometer
reference point (usually a piece of reflective tape) on the rotor or shaft. Use Setup menu options to
configure balancing measurement parameters for the balancing run sequence.
2 - Perform the Reference Run

Spin - Start the machine and perform a reference run. The reference run simply provides a “starting
place” for balancing computations. It records the machine's initial unbalance (1X vibration magnitude
and phase angle). Later in the procedure, reference run data is automatically compared with trial
(weight) run data to calibrate the machine's unbalance.
3 - Attach a Trial Weight

Stop - After collecting reference run data, stop the machine and add a trial weight. A trial weight is a
temporary weight attached to produce a change from the original unbalance readings (reference run
readings). Input the trial weight amount and placement angle into the device.
4 - Perform the Trial Run
Spin - With the trial weight securely attached, start the machine again and perform a trial run with the
trial weight. The trial run calibrates the machine's unbalance and allows the 258 Series II to calculate the
influence coefficient and permanent correction weight amount and placement.
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To allow for accurate balancing computations, the trial weight should pass the 30/30 rule. The trial
weight should:
• A - Increase or decrease the 1X vibration amplitude by at least 30%, or

• B - Change the phase angle by at least 30 degrees, or
• C - A combination of A and B.
5 - Attach the Permanent Correction Weight

Stop - Stop the machine, remove the trial weight and then attach the specified correction weight at
the specified angle.
6 - Perform a Correction Weight Run

Spin - Start the machine again, and perform a correction weight run. The correction weight run
performs two functions:
• It calculates the amount of residual unbalance with the correction weight in place to confirm
that the machine is now balanced within tolerances.
• If further balancing is necessary, it automatically applies the influence coefficient to calculate
additional “trim” weights that can be added to further balance the machine.
7 - If Necessary, Attach a Trim Weight

Stop - If additional trim weights are necessary to balance the machine within tolerances, stop the
machine and attach the specified trim weights.
8 - Perform a Trim Run

Spin - Start the machine and perform a trim run to verify the machine is balanced within tolerances. If
not, additional trim runs may be performed.
How to Set Up for a Single-Plane Procedure

All balancing measurement parameters are set up from Balance Setup screens, which display
immediately upon entering the balancing application.
To initiate the Balancing application:
• From the main screen, use arrow keys to highlight the Balancing icon, and press an Enter
button. The Balance menu displays.
Balance menu options are:
Setup – Access the Balance - Setup screen where you can set up and perform a new balancing run.
Recall – Access the Balance - Load Setup screen where you can select a previously saved balancing
run and perform a new run using the saved settings.
Review – Access the Balance - Review Data screen where you can review previously stored
measurements or resume a previous balance job from the last completed run.
The Balance Setup Screen

After setting up your balance measuring equipment and marking your tachometer reference point, the
next step is to configure balancing measurement parameters for the balancing run sequence.
• On the 258 Series II, select Balancing from the main menu. The Balance menu
displays.
• Select Setup. The Balancing - Setup screen displays.
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Figure B - 1.
The Balance Setup Screen.
Function Buttons
Save – Saves the current balancing job
Start – Commence the balancing run.
Back – Return to the Balance menu.
Balance Setup Screen Fields

• Enter appropriate single-plane balancing setup information in the following fields:
Num. of Planes – Enter 1 to specify a single-plane balancing procedure. Note that other setup fields may
adjust to only display options specific to single-plane balancing.
Num. Transducers – For single plane balancing, the number of transducers is 1.
Sensor Type – The type of vibration measurement depends on the type of sensor used (accelerometer,
velocity pickup, or proximity probe) and is required to establish integration requirements for the FFT
calculation.
• Typically, accelerometers are used to perform velocity measurements for field

balancing procedures.
• A Manual Entry option is available at the end of the list for manual balancing data
entry, allowing you to review and change balancing run data. If selected, you are
prompted to manually enter the running speed, vibration magnitude, and phase
angle for the balancing runs.
Display Units – Specify the unit of measurement for the select sensor type. The options available in the
list vary depending on the sensor selected.
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Weight Units – Select the units of measurement used for your trial, correction, and trim weights. Either
g, kg, oz, lb, or EU.
Length Units – Select the units of measurement used for measuring the radius of the weight placement
(from the shaft center to the position of the weight). Either mm, cm, m, inch, feet, EU. This information
is used if you wish the 258 Series II to estimate your trial weight for you.
Movement – Specify your weight angle placement convention, either With Rotation or Against
Rotation. During a balancing procedure, when weight angle placements are specified, this setting
determines their direction from the zero reference point.
Ext trig slope - Select +ve (plus) or –ve (minus) to determine whether the trigger occurs on the rising or
descending edge of the trigger signal.
Trigger Level – Enter the number of volts to eliminate noise, which may cause false triggering
(applicable only for external analog trigger type measurements). The default setting is 2 Volts.
Vib. Threshold – The acceptable unbalance level you are trying to achieve. If the vibration magnitude is
greater than this threshold, the magnitude bar is colored red when taking a reading. The bar turns green
when the selected level of unbalance is achieved.
Filter – Select the appropriate high pass filter to filter out very low frequency noise, Off, 2 Hz, or 10
Hz. A typical setting is 2 Hz.
Detection – Determines signal detection and scaling. Detection options include Peak, Pk-Pk, and
RMS.
The default setting is Peak for acceleration and velocity, and Peak-to-Peak (Pk-Pk) for displacement.
No. Averages – Specify the number of spectral averages to be included in the

measurement. The default setting is 4 averages.
Plane 1 –Specifies that the settings for the following fields apply to the Plane 1 sensor (Input Channel,
Coupling, Sensitivity, Input Range, Type, Number of Positions, and Position 1 Offset).
Input Chan – Select CH1 for single-plane balancing, with the sensor connected to the CH1 connector.
• For two-plane balancing with two sensors, you set one plane’s sensor as CH1, the
other plane’s sensor as CH2. Reference the two-plane section for specifics.
Coupling – Determines the type of signal acquired for the measurement. Options are:
AC – Acquires the input signal from a buffered output (external or self-generating) device.
ICP – Applies DC to the charge amplified sensor signal, and couples the dynamic signal to the
input channel.
Sensitivity – Use the keypad to enter the transducer sensitivity in millivolts (mv) per Engineering Unit
(EU). 100 mV/EU is used for most acceleration sensors, 200 mV/EU for most non-contact
displacement sensors, and 1000 mV/EU if the input is volts and the scales is to be read directly. The
default setting is 100 mV/EU. The IRD Balancing 544 series of velocity sensors uses 1080 mv/EU.
Input Range – Select the signal input range between Autorange and a fixed range in transducer units
in a 1 - 2 - 5 sequence. (The available fixed values vary depending on the transducer type being used.)
• If a fixed range is selected and the 258 Series II detects an over range, it automatically
selects the next higher range until it does not over range
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Type – Select the appropriate weight position type,
Continuous – Specifies that weights may be placed at any placement position on the balance plane.
Fixed – (Also known as vector splitting) (Works with Number of Positions and Position 1 Offset fields.)
Specifies that weights may be placed only at designated positions (e.g., rotors having a specific weight
hole pattern, or with a specific number of fan blades, etc.).
No. of posns – (Applies to Fixed weight position measurements only.) Enter the number of weight
positions, from three to 360.
• The first position defaults to zero degrees, subsequent positions are evenly spaced.
Posn 1 Offset – (Applies to Fixed weight position measurements only.) Enter the fixed position 1
offset, from zero to 360 degrees (relative to the trigger reference).
• Press the Save function button to save the Balance Setup selections for future use. The
Balance – Save Setup screen displays. (Refer to How to Save your Balance Job, later in
this chapter, for details.)
• Press the Start function button to begin the single-plane balancing procedure.
How to Perform a Single-Plane Procedure

After setting up your balance measuring equipment, and setting the balancing measurement
parameters, you are ready to perform the single-plane balancing procedure.
Perform the Reference Run

To begin the single-plane balancing procedure:
• Start the machine and bring it up to its nominal, steady running speed.
• At the Balance Setup screen, press an Enter button to begin taking reference run data.
The instrument initiates the reference run measurements for RPM, magnitude, and
phase. The Initial Run – Plane 1 screen displays the measurement results.
Figure B - 2.
The Initial Run (Reference Run) Screen.
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Important - Note the speed reading at the top of the display. For accurate balancing results, it is
important to maintain the same speed across all balancing runs.
It is recommended that you save the initial run so that you do not have to repeat it. Then you can
update the saved file with subsequent runs.
Add a Trial Weight

• From the Initial Run screen, press an Enter button. The Add Trial Weight – Plane 1
screen displays.
Figure B - 3.
The Add Trial Weight Screen.
• Stop the machine.

• On the 258 Series II, enter the Mass, Angle and Radius for the trial weight you are
attaching to the machine.
o A negative number can be entered if trial weight is removed, instead
of added.
o Trial weights are typically attached at zero degrees (the
trigger reference).
o Unless you wish the 258 Series II to estimate a trial weight, the Radius
entry is not necessary, so long as you position the trial, correction, and
trim weights at the same radius.
• On the machine, carefully attach the precise weight at the precise angle and radius
specified. Balancing results depend greatly on the precision of your measurements and
actions.
o If desired, the 258 Series II will estimate a trial weight for you. The
Summary and Estimate function buttons are discussed later in this
appendix.
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Perform the Trial Run

• With the trial weight securely attached to the machine, start the machine and bring it
back up to the same speed used with the reference run (initial run).
• Press an Enter button. The Trial Run 1 – Plane 1 screen displays.
Figure B - 4.
The Trial Run Screen.
The Trial Run 1 screen shows vibration magnitude and phase readings with the trial weight attached.
For accurate balancing efforts, these readings should satisfy the 30/30 rule (from the reference run, the
trial weight causes a 30% change in magnitude, or a 30 degree change in phase, or both).
The 258 Series II automatically analyzes the data to determine if the 30/30 rule is being met. If the
Trial Run magnitude is between 70% and 130% of the Initial Run magnitude, and the Trial Run phase is
within ±30 deg. of the Initial Run phase, the 30/30 rule is not being met. In this case, the following
warning appears:
The Trial Weight you have used may not provide the optimum balance solution. Do
you want to change the trial weight?
If the Trial Run magnitude is over 200% of the Initial Run magnitude, the following warning
appears:
The Trial Weight is too large and the results may be inaccurate. Do you want to change the
trial weight?
• In either case, select the Yes function button to return to the Add Trial Weight – Plane 1
screen where you can adjust your settings. Select No to continue with the current
settings.
With the 30/30 rule satisfied, the 258 Series II uses differences between the reference run readings
and trial run readings to compute the influence coefficient, which it uses to compute the permanent
correction weight solution.
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• From the Trial Run 1 screen, press an Enter button to proceed. Before computing the
correction weight solution, you are prompted to indicate whether the trial weight is to
remain attached or be removed.
o Trial weights are normally temporary, and removed before one final
correction weight is attached. However, sometimes the trial weight
must be permanently attached for safety purposes, and is therefore left
on the machine.
Figure B - 5.
The “Trial Weight Left Attached?” Prompt.
• Typically, select No, as you typically plan to remove the temporary trial weight (or select
Yes if you plan to leave the trial weight attached). The Correction Weight – Solution
screen displays.
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Add the Correction Weight
Figure B - 6.
The Correction Weight - Solution Screen.
The Correction Weight – Solution screen displays fields at the top of the screen, and the permanent
correction weight mass, angle, and radius balance solution for the field settings.
• Stop the machine, remove the temporary trial weight, and securely attach the
permanent correction weight at the precise angle and radius specified.
Split Mass? - Sometimes a weight cannot conveniently be placed at the angle specified by balancing
computations. The Split Mass? option automatically splits the specified weight into two weights
positioned at two placement angles around the original angle.
Weight Add/Subtract – Specify whether you are adding or subtracting the correction weight. Mass
and Angle settings automatically adjust per your selection. Defaults to Add.
Radius – Allows you to specify a new weight placement radius. Mass and Angle settings automatically
adjust for the new radius. If you split weights, a radius setting is available for each weight.
Angle (1) / Angle (2) – Applicable only if you split weights. Allows you to specify the placement angle
for the two weights. Both angles must be specified for weight recalculation. The 258 Series II
recalculates the weight for each position based on the relative phase between the correction weight
and the split weight locations.
Perform a Correction Weight Run

• Start the machine.
• From the Correction Weight – Solution screen, press an Enter button to begin the
correction run. The Correction Run screen displays, showing the amount of residual
unbalance with the correction weight attached.
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Figure B - 7.
The Correction Run Screen Displaying Residual Unbalance.
• Verify whether the amount of residual unbalance is within specifications for the
machine.
If the amount of residual unbalance is within specifications, you can end the balance job. If not, you
should proceed with a trim run.
• From the Correction Run screen, press an Enter button to proceed. You are prompted
whether you wish to perform a trim run.
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Figure B - 8.
The “Perform a Trim Run?” Prompt.
• If necessary, select Yes to proceed with a trim run. The Trim 1 Weight – Solution screen
displays the trim weight data (or select No to end the balance job).
If Necessary, Attach a Trim Weight
Figure B - 9.
The Trim 1 Weight - Solution Screen.
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The Trim 1 Weight – Solution screen displays the trim weight mass, angle, and radius to help balance
the residual.
• Stop the machine and securely attach the permanent trim weight at the precise angle
and radius specified.
Perform a Trim Run

• With the trim weight securely attached, start the machine and press an Enter button
to perform the trim run.
The Trim Run 1 screen displays the amount of residual unbalance with the trim weight attached.
• Verify whether the amount of residual unbalance is within specifications for the
machine.
should proceed with another trim run.
• Press an Enter button to proceed.
When you press No to the “Trim Residual?” prompt, the Vibration Summary screen automatically
displays a summary of your job’s balancing data.
Balancing Data Summary Screens

The Summary function button is available from all balancing screens.
• Press the Summary function button to display your procedure’s Vibration Summary
Table.
Figure B - 10.
The Vibration Summary Table Screen.
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The Vibration Summary Table screen displays all magnitude and phase values for each run performed
during your balancing procedure.
• Press the Wts function button to display the Weights Summary Table screen.
Figure B - 11.
The Weights Summary Table Screen.
The Weights Summary Table screen displays the mass, angle, and radius for your trial, correction, and
trim weights.
If the correction or trim weights are split (in the continuous case) or fixed positions are chosen, then
the two sets of correction weights display sequentially.
• An asterisk next to a trial weight indicates that the weight has been removed.
How to Combine Weights

After your balancing runs, you may want to combine your correction and trim weights into a single
weight.
To access the combine weights screen:
• From the Weights Summary Table, press the Comb Wt. function button. The Combine
Weights screen displays.
All weights used in your balancing runs list with an adjacent check box.
To select the weights you wish to combine:
• Use the arrow keys to highlight the weights you wish to combine and press the Select
function button to select (or deselect) each weight. A check mark appears next to
selected weights.
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• After selecting all the weights you wish to combine into one, press the Accept button to
compute your combined weight. You are prompted whether you wish to “remove all
selected weights and combine with one weight?”
• Select Yes to proceed. You are prompted to enter the radius for the combined
weight.
• Enter the combined weight’s placement radius and press the OK function button. The
Combine Weights screen re-displays, showing the new combined weight’s mass, angle,
and radius.
• Press the Esc button to return to previous screen(s). Remove the weights specified for
removal, and attach the final combined weight at the precise angle and radius specified.
How to Estimate Trial Weights

At times, you may wish the 258 Series II to calculate the trial weight for you.
• The Trial Weight Estimate is based on the criteria that the trial run centrifugal force does
not exceed 10% of the bearing shaft load.
To estimate the trial weight:
• From the Add Trial Weight screen, enter the trial weight’s Angle placement (typically
zero) and Radius.
• Press the Estimate function button. You are prompted to enter the rotor’s mass
support in this plane.
• Enter rotor mass supported in this plane (in the Weight Units specified on the Balance
Setup screen). Use total rotor mass for single plane and 50% of mass for two plane.
Press the OK function button. You are returned to the Add Trial Weight screen where
the estimated trial weight displays in both the Mass and Estimated Mass fields.
Figure B - 12.
An Estimated Trial Weight.
• Reference previous sections to attach the estimated trial weight and proceed with the
trial run.
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The Go To Screen
At any point during a balancing job, you may return to any of the previously accessed screens using
Go To.
• If you have loaded a saved job, you may also jump forward to any of the screens that
were accessed during that job. Refer to Loading a Saved Job, later in this section, for
details.
To go to a specific balancing screen:
• From any screen on which it is available, select the Go to function button. The Go to…
screen displays with a list of all steps in the balancing job. Enabled check boxes next to
screen names indicate screens that were accessed during the job. Only screens that you
have already accessed are available.
• Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired screen and press the Go To Pt
function button. The previous screen opens where you may adjust settings or retake
measurements.
How to Save your Balance Job

The Balancing application allows you to save your balance jobs for quick and easy re- balancing of the
same machine at future dates, or to review past balancing data. The job’s measurement settings and
run data are stored with a filename for later retrieval.
You can save your balancing job at any time from the Balance Setup screen, or from the Correction
and Trim Weight Solution screens. Only screens that have been accessed during the job are saved.
To save your balancing job:
• From any screen on which it is available, select the Save function button. The Balance -
Save Setup screen displays the names and dates of all previously saved balance jobs.
Figure B - 13.
The Balance – Save Setup Screen.
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• Highlight the –save reading as- line and press the Save function button to display the
Save As dialog. The current date timestamp is the default filename.
o Alternatively, you can highlight an existing job’s filename to overwrite
the existing job with the current job.
• Modify the file name as necessary and press the OK function button. You are returned
to the Balance – Save Setup screen, which displays the new job’s filename and date.
Loading a Saved Job

You may load a previously saved balance job to resume its balancing procedure from any point, or to
perform a new job with the same settings.
To load a previously saved balance job:
• From the Balance menu use the arrow keys to highlight the Recall icon and press an
Enter button.
Figure B - 14.
The Recall ... Screen.
The Balance – Load Setup screen displays a list of all previously saved balance jobs.
• Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight the job you would like to load and select the
Open function button. The previous balance job reopens at the Balance – Setup screen.
• Press an Enter button to start the balancing job. The Initial Run screen displays.
• You may either restart your balancing job from this screen, or if you would like to
resume the balancing procedure from a specific point, press the Go To function button
and select the desired balancing step from the Go To screen.
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Figure B-15
The Go To … Screen
Reviewing Past Balancing Jobs

The Review option allows you to view stored settings and measurement data from previous
balancing jobs.
To review past balancing runs:
• From the Balance menu use the arrow keys to highlight the Review icon and press an
Enter button. The Balance – Review Data screen displays.
• Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight the job you would like to review and select the
Open function button. The Go to screen displays. Enabled check boxes next to screen
names indicate screens that were accessed during the job. Only screens that were
accessed are available.
o If you select a balancing job that has no saved data (i.e., contains Setup
information only), Review functions the same as Recall and displays the
Balance – Setup screen instead of the Go to screen.
• Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight the desired screen and press the Go To Pt
function button. The selected screen opens.
• To review past data, press the Summary function button. The Vibration Summary Table
screen displays. (Refer to Balancing Data Summary Screens, earlier in this chapter, for
details.)
o If you go to any data collection screen and press an Enter button to take
data, you will receive a prompt asking if you want to “Reset and Retake
subsequent balance data?” Selecting Yes clears the saved data for the
selected step and all subsequent steps. Only vibration data from prior
steps is retained.
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How to Backup Stored Data
Copying data to the Host Computer

• Using the appropriate cable, connect the device to your host computer’s USB port.
ActiveSync or WMDC should automatically sense the connection and the Microsoft
ActiveSync or WMDC window should display a Connected – Synchronized message.
o ActiveSync communication with the device requires specific drivers to
be installed on the host PC.
• Using Windows Explorer, copy the stored data files (.BAL) from the Mobile
Device/Internal Disk/Balance folder to an appropriate folder on the host computer.
Backing Up Data to an SD card

IMPORTANT – The SD card should not be disconnected in hazardous areas, it must be connected /
Manufacturer Model
• Insert an SD memory card into the proper slot at the bottom of the device.
• From the Balance – Save Setup, Balance – Load Setup, or Balance - Review Data screen,
use up/down arrow buttons to select a file for backup, or select the – all –option to back
up all data.
• Press the Backup function button. A display prompts whether to format the card prior to
backup, answer appropriately.
IMPORTANT – a Yes response deletes all data previously stored on the card. All specified spectral
files are copied to the SD card and a Backup Complete message displays.
• Press the OK function button; you return to the Review Data screen.
• Eject the card and store in a safe place, or insert the card into the host computer and
copy the backed up files to the host computer’s hard drive.
How to Delete Stored Files

• From the Save Setup, Load Setup or Review Data screen, use up/down arrow buttons to
select a file for deletion, or select the – all –option to delete all files.
• Press the Delete function button. You are prompted to confirm the deletion.
• Press Yes and the file is deleted from the device.
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Two-Plane Balancing Procedure Overview

With two-plane balancing, the measurement sequence proceeds in the same order as with single-plane
balancing, except two trial weights and two trial runs are required to calculate four influence coefficients
(only one influence coefficient exists for single-plane).
Figure B-16 – Example of Two Plane Balancing Setup
① Sensor A ② Sensor B
③ Bearing Block A ④ Bearing Block B
⑤ Balancing Plane A ⑥ Balancing Plane B
1 - Set Up Balancing Equipment and Measurement Parameters

Stop - First, with the machine stopped, set up the balancing equipment and mark your tachometer
reference point on the rotor or shaft. Use Setup menu options to configure balancing measurement
parameters for the balancing run sequence.
2 - Perform the Reference Runs (Planes 1 and 2)

Spin - Start the machine and perform a reference run on each balancing plane. The reference runs
provide a “starting place” for balancing computations. They record the machine's initial unbalance (1X
vibration magnitude and phase angle) on each balancing plane. Later in the procedure, reference run
data is automatically compared with trial (weight) run data to calibrate each plane’s unbalance.
3 - Attach Trial Weight to Plane 1

Stop - After collecting reference run data, stop the machine and add a trial weight to plane 1. A trial
weight is a temporary weight attached to produce a change from the original unbalance readings
(reference run readings). Input the trial weight amount and placement angle into the device.
4A - Perform the Trial Run on Plane 1

Spin - With the trial weight securely attached, start the machine again, and perform a trial run on
plane 1. The trial run calibrates the machine's unbalance and allows the 258 Series II to calculate the
influence coefficient and permanent correction weight amount and placement.
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To allow for accurate balancing computations, the trail weight should pass the 30/30 rule. The trial
weight should:
• A - Increase or decrease the 1X vibration amplitude by at least 30%, or

• B - Change the phase angle by at least 30 degrees, or
• C - A combination of A and B.
4B - Perform the Trial Run on Plane 2

Spin – With the trial weight on Plane 1, perform a trial run on Plane 2.
• When using two sensors, all Plane 1 and 2 runs occur simultaneously. Performing
separate runs is only necessary if a single sensor needs to be moved between the planes.
5 – Attach the Trial Weight to Plane 2

Stop – Stop the machine, remove the trial weight from Plane 1 and attach it to Plane 2.
6A – Perform Trial Run on Plane 1

Spin - With the trial weight on Plane 2, perform a Trial Run on Plane 1.
6B – Perform Trial Run on Plane 2

Spin - With the trial weight on Plane 2, perform a Trial Run on Plane 2.
7 - Attach the Permanent Correction Weights

Stop - Stop the machine, remove the trial weight from Plane 2, then attach the specified correction
weights at the specified angles on each balance plane (1 and 2).
8A - Perform a Correction Weight Run on Plane 1

Spin - Start the machine again, and perform a Correction Weight Run on Plane 1. The correction
weight run performs two functions:
• It calculates the amount of residual unbalance with the correction weights in place to
confirm that the plane is now balanced within tolerances.
• If further balancing is necessary, it automatically applies the influence coefficient to
calculate an additional “trim” weight that can be added to further balance the plane.
8B - Perform a Correction Weight Run on Plane 2

Spin - Perform a Correction Run on Plane 2.
9 - If Necessary, Attach the Trim Weights

Stop - If additional trim weights are necessary to balance the machine within tolerances, stop the
machine, and attach the specified trim weights to their appropriate planes.
10A - Perform a Trim Run on Plane 1

Spin - Start the machine and perform a trim run on Plane 1 to verify it is balanced within tolerances. If
not, additional trim runs may be performed.
10B - Perform a Trim Run on Plane 2

Spin - Perform a trim run on Plane 2 to verify it is balanced within tolerances. If not, additional trim
runs may be performed.
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How to Set Up a Two-Plane Procedure
Figure B - 17.
The Balance Setup Screen with 2 Planes Selected.
Specific differences exist between single and two-plane balancing measurement field settings. Setup
options specific to two-plane procedures are detailed below. Reference the How to Set Up for a
Single-plane Procedure section for all other settings that apply to both single and two-plane
balancing.
Setup Options Specific to Two-Plane Balancing

Adjust the following settings on the Balance Setup screen for a two-plane procedure:
Num. of Planes –enter 2 to specify a two-plane balancing procedure. Note that other setup fields may
adjust to display options specific to two-plane balancing.
Num. Transducers – Select whether you are using one or two sensors. Select 1 if you are moving a
single sensor between channel 1 and channel 2 to collect the measurements. Select 2 to affix a sensor
to each plane (using CH1 and CH2 on the instrument) and take both measurements simultaneously.
• If only using one sensor, you must also specify the same Input Channel for both Plane 1
and Plane 2 sections.
Solution – Dynamic or Static-Couple. Select Dynamic to compute two correction weight solutions for
a two-plane balancing procedure.
• A Static-Couple option is available for situations where you wish to compute three
correction weights, one to correct the static unbalance, and two to correct the couple
unbalance (static-couple balancing). Reference the Static-Couple section later in this
manual for details.
Plane 1 / Plane 2 – When setting up two planes, the Balance - Setup screen expands to include a
section for Plane 2 settings.
• When two-plane balancing with one sensor, the Input Channel, Coupling, Sensitivity,
and Input Range are set on Plane 1 and apply to both planes.
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Use the Input Channel, Coupling, Sensitivity, Input Range, Type, Number of Positions, and Position 1
Offset fields to set up each balancing plane’s sensor and weight placement settings for the following
balancing setups:
• One Sensor / Two Identical Planes - When two-plane balancing with one sensor (where
the balancing planes are identical), set the Input Channel, Coupling, Sensitivity, and
Input Range on Plane 1. Set the Type, Number of Positions, and Position 1 Offset fields
in the Plane 1 and Plane 2 sections as appropriate for the one sensor and the identical
balancing planes.
• One Sensor / Two Differing Planes - When two-plane balancing with one sensor (where
balancing plane weight pattern positions are different for each plane), set up the sensor
(CH1) and balancing plane one’s weight pattern settings in the Plane 1 section. Then
configure balancing plane two’s differing weight pattern settings in the Plane 2 section.
• Two Sensors - When two-plane balancing with two sensors (regardless of the type of
sensor used for each plane, or whether the two balancing planes are identical), first set
up the first sensor (CH1) and balancing plane one’s weight pattern settings in the Plane 1
section. Then set up the second sensor (CH2) and the second balancing plane’s settings
in the Plane 2 section.
o Each plane’s weight position radius is specified during the balancing
procedure, at the Add Trial Weight screen.
Complete the following settings in both the Plane 1 and Plane 2 sections:
Input Channel – Select CH1or CH2. For two-plane balancing with one sensor, set the sensor as CH1 in
the Plane 1 section. For two-plane balancing with two sensors, set one plane’s sensor as CH1, the
other plane’s sensor as CH2.
Coupling – Determines the type of signal acquired for the sensor(s). Options are:
AC – Acquires the input signal from a buffered output (external) device.
ICP – Applies DC to the charge amplified sensor signal, and couples the dynamic signal to the
input channel.
Sensitivity – Use the keypad to enter the sensor(s) sensitivity in millivolts (mv) per Engineering Unit
(EU). 100 mV/EU is used for most acceleration sensors, 200 mV/EU for most non-contact
displacement sensors, and 1000 mV/EU if the input is volts and the scales is to be read directly. The
default setting is 100 mV/EU.
Input Range – Select the signal input range between Automatic and a fixed range in transducer units
in a 1 - 2 - 5 sequence. (The available fixed values vary depending on the transducer type being used.)
Type – Select the appropriate weight position type,
Continuous – Specifies that weights may be placed at any placement position on the balance
plane.
Fixed – (Works with Number of Positions and Position 1 Offset fields.) Specifies that
weights may be placed only at designated positions (e.g., rotors having a specific weight
hole pattern, or with a specific number of fan blades, etc.).
Number of Positions – (Applies to Fixed weight position measurements only.) Enter the number of
weight positions for the respective plane, from three to 360.
• The first position is assumed to be at zero degrees, subsequent positions are evenly
spaced.
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Position 1 Offset – (Applies to Fixed weight position measurements only.) Enter the fixed position 1
offset for the respective plane, from zero to 360 degrees.
• Press an Enter button to begin the two-plane balancing procedure.
How to Perform a Two-Plane Procedure

After setting up your balance measuring equipment, and setting the balancing measurement
parameters, you are ready to perform the two-plane balancing procedure.
Perform the Reference Runs

• The two plane procedure is slightly different, depending on whether you are using one
sensor or two. When using one sensor, Plane 1 and Plane 2 runs are performed
sequentially, allowing the user to move the sensor between the planes. When using two
sensors, it is assumed the sensor positions remain fixed and all Plane 1 and 2 runs occur
simultaneously. The following instructions detail the single- sensor procedure. If you
are using two sensors, the Plane 1 and Plane 2 results display side-by-side on a single
screen and you may skip the Plane 2 run instructions.
To begin the two-plane balancing procedure:
• Start the machine and bring it up to its steady running speed.

• At the Balance Setup screen, press an Enter button to begin taking reference run data.
You are prompted to verify the sensor is attached to the bearing nearest Plane 1.
• Verify the sensor and press OK. The 258 Series II initiates the reference run
measurements for Plane 1. The Initial Run – Plane 1 screen displays the
measurement results.
Figure B - 18.
The Initial Run – Plane 1 Screen.
o If two sensors are used for the balancing, both planes appear
simultaneously. You may skip to the next section.
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• Press an Enter key to proceed. You are prompted to verify the sensor is attached to the
bearing nearest Plane 2.
• Verify the sensor and press OK. The 258 Series II initiates the reference run
measurements for Plane 2. The Initial Run – Plane 2 screen displays the measurement
results.
Figure B - 19.
The Initial Run – Plane 2 Screen.
Attach a Trial Weight to Plane 1

• From the Initial Run – Plane 2 screen, press an Enter button. The Add Trial Weight –
Plane 1 screen displays.
Figure B - 20.
The Add Trial Weight – Plane 1 Screen.
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• On the 258 Series II, enter the Mass, Angle and Radius for the trial weight you are
attaching to Plane 1.
o A negative number can be entered if trial weight is removed, instead of
added.
o Trial weights are typically attached at zero degrees.
o Unless you wish the 258 Series II to estimate a trial weight, the Radius
entry is not necessary, so long as you position the trial, correction, and
trim weights at the same radius.
• On the machine, carefully attach the precise weight at the precise angle and radius
specified. Balancing results depend greatly on the precision of your measurements and
actions.
Perform Trial Run 1 on both Planes

• With the trial weight securely attached to the machine, start the machine and bring it
back up to the same speed used with the reference runs (initial runs).
• Press an Enter button. You are prompted to verify the sensor is attached to the
bearing closest to Plane 1.
• Verify your sensor is attached and press the Yes function button. The Trial Run 1 – Plane
1 screen displays.
Figure B - 21.
The Trial Run 1 – Plane 1 Screen.
simultaneously.
The Trial Run 1 – Plane 1 screen shows vibration magnitude and phase readings for Plane 1 with the
trial weight on Plane 1. For accurate balancing efforts, these readings should satisfy the 30/30 rule
(from the reference run, the trial weight causes a 30% change in magnitude, or a 30 degree change in
phase, or both).
• From the Trial Run 1 – Plane 1 screen, press an Enter button to proceed. You are
prompted to verify the sensor is attached to the bearing nearest Plane 2.
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• Verify the sensor and press OK. The Trial Run 1 – Plane 2 screen displays.
Figure B - 22.
trial weight on Plane 1.
• Press an Enter key to proceed. You are prompted whether the trial weight is to remain
attached to Plane 1.
o Trial weights are normally temporary, and removed before one final
correction weight is attached. However, at times the trial weight must
be permanently attached for safety purposes, and is therefore left on
the machine.
Yes if you plan to leave the trial weight attached). The Add Trial Weight – Plane 2 screen
displays.
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Attach the Trial Weight to Plane 2
Figure B - 23.
The Add Trial Weight – Plane 2 Screen.

• On the device, enter the Mass, Angle and Radius for the trial weight you are attaching to
Plane 2 (typically the same weight used on Plane 1).
o A negative number can be entered if trial weight is removed, instead of
added.
o Trial weights are typically attached at zero degrees.
• On Plane 2, carefully attach the precise weight at the precise angle and radius specified.
Balancing results depend greatly on the precision of your measurements and actions.
Perform Trial Run 2 on both Planes

• With the trial weight securely attached to the Plane 2, start the machine and bring it
back up to the same speed used with the reference runs (initial runs).
• Press an Enter button. You are prompted to verify the sensor is attached to the bearing
closest to Plane 1.
• Verify your sensor is attached and press the Yes function button. The Trial Run 2 – Plane
1 screen displays.
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Figure B - 24.
• If two sensors are used for the balancing, both planes appear simultaneously.
• From the Trial Run 2 – Plane 1 screen, press an Enter button to proceed. You are
prompted to verify the sensor is attached to the bearing nearest Plane 2.
• Verify the sensor and press OK. The Trial Run 2 – Plane 2 screen displays.
Figure B - 25.
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• Press an Enter key to proceed. Before computing the correction weight solution, you
are prompted whether the trial weight is to remain attached to Plane 1.
Yes if you plan to leave the trial weight attached). The Correction Weight - Solution
screen displays for Plane 1 of 2.
Add the Correction Weights
Figure B - 26.
The Correction Weight - Solution Screens for both Planes.
The Correction Weight – Solution screen displays fields at the top of the screen, and the permanent
correction weight mass, angle, and radius balance solution for the two- planes at the bottom of the
screen.
• Use the Plane field to view each Plane’s correction weight data.
• Stop the machine, remove the temporary trial weight from Plane 2, and securely attach
the permanent correction weights on Planes 1 and 2 (at the precise angles and radii
specified).
Perform Correction Weight Runs on both Planes

• With your permanent correction weights in place on both planes, from the Correction
Weight – Solution screen, press an Enter button to begin the correction runs. You are
prompted to verify the sensor is attached to the bearing closest to balancing Plane 1.
• Verify the sensor and press Yes. The Correction Run – Plane 1 screen displays, showing
the amount of residual unbalance on Plane 1 with the correction weights attached.
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Figure B - 27.
The Correction Run – Plane 1 Screen Displaying Residual Plane 1 Unbalance.
simultaneously.
• Verify whether the amount of residual unbalance is within specifications.
• From the Correction Run – Plane 1 screen, press an Enter button. You are prompted to
verify the sensor is attached to the bearing nearest Plane 2.
• Verify the sensor and press OK. The Correction Run – Plane 2 screen displays, , showing
the amount of residual unbalance on Plane 2 with the correction weights attached.
Figure B - 28.
The Correction Run – Plane 2 Screen Displaying Residual Plane 2 Unbalance.
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• From the Correction Run – Plane 2 screen, press an Enter button. You are prompted
whether you wish to trim the residual unbalance.
• If necessary, select Yes to proceed with trim runs. The Trim 1 Weight – Solution screen
displays the trim weight data (or select No to end the balance job).
Attach the Trim Weights
Figure B - 29.
The Trim 1 Weight - Solution Screen for Plane 1.
The Trim 1 Weight – Solution screen displays the trim weight mass, angle, and radius for both planes.
• Use the Plane field to view each Plane’s trim weight data. Write each field’s trim weight
data on a piece of paper before proceeding.
• Stop the machine, and securely attach the trim weights on Planes 1 and 2 (at the precise
angles and radii specified).
Perform Trim Runs on both Planes

• With your trim weights attached on both planes, from the Trim Weight – Solution
screen, press an Enter button to begin the trim runs. You are prompted to verify the
sensor is attached to the bearing closest to balancing Plane 1.
• Verify the sensor and press Yes. The Trim Run – Plane 1 screen displays, showing the
amount of residual unbalance on Plane 1 with the trim weights attached.
o If two sensors are used for the balancing, both planes
appear simultaneously.
• From the Trim Run – Plane 1 screen, press an Enter button. You are prompted to verify
the sensor is attached to the bearing nearest Plane 2.
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• Verify the sensor and press OK. The Trim Run 1 – Plane 2 screen displays, , showing the
amount of residual unbalance on Plane 2 with the trim weights attached.
• From the Trim Run 1 – Plane 2 screen, press an Enter button. You are again prompted
whether you wish to trim the residual unbalance.
should proceed with another trim run.
When you press No to the “Trim Residual?” prompt, the Vibration Summary Table automatically displays
a summary of your job’s balancing data.
Static-Couple Balancing Procedure Overview
Figure B - 30.
A Narrow Rotor Showing Three Heavy Spots.
With stiffer rotors, a two-plane procedure may reduce the amount of unbalance to target tolerances.
However, with narrow or flexible rotors, more often a static-couple procedure works best.
The static-couple procedure corrects the static unbalance with weights added to the center of gravity
plane, and corrects the couple unbalance with weights added to the end planes.
In practice, a static-couple balancing procedure is almost identical to a two-plane balancing

procedure, except that it provides three correction weight solutions instead of two. One correction
weight for each plane, and an additional correction weight to correct the static unbalance.
• Unless you are able to attach weights to the machine’s center of gravity plane, the
“static” weight is typically split in half and applied to the end planes to correct the static
unbalance.
In as such, on the 258 Series II, the static-couple procedure is identical to the two-plane procedure
except Correction Weight and Trim Weight screens show three correction weights for the static-
couple procedure:
• One weight for end plane 1.

• One weight for end plane 2.
• One weight for the center of gravity plane (static weight). Again, this weight may be split
in half and applied to the two end planes if you are unable to attach weight to the center
of gravity plane.
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Except for attaching three correction and trim weights instead of two (or four if you split the static
weight), all static-couple balancing run procedures are identical to the two- plane balancing
procedures.
How to Set Up a Static-Couple Procedure

Except for the Solution field, all static-couple balancing settings are identical to two- plane balancing
settings. Reference the previous How to Set Up a Two-Plane Procedure section for settings that
apply to both two-plane and static-couple balancing.
Setup Options Specific to Static-Couple Balancing
Figure B - 31.
The Advanced Setup Screen with the Static-Couple Solution Selected.
Solution – Dynamic or Static-Couple. Select Static-Couple to compute three correction weights for
the static-couple procedure, as described above.
How to Perform a Static-Couple Procedure

Again, except for attaching three correction and trim weights instead of two (or four if you split the
static weight), all static-couple balancing run procedures are identical to the two-plane balancing
procedures. Reference this appendix’s How to Perform a Two- Plane Procedure section for details.
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Appendix C Bump Test Module

Bump Test Overview
A bump test (also called a hammer test) determines the natural frequencies of a machine or a
structure. The idea behind the test is that when an object is impacted or “bumped,” the object's
natural or resonant frequencies are excited. If a spectrum is taken while the object is vibrating due to
the impact, spectral peaks result, pinpointing the object's natural frequencies. A 258 Series II analyzer
can be used to capture this vibration response and to display a spectrum showing the resonant or
natural frequencies.
Why Do a Bump Test?

Vibration forces transmitted by rotating machines often excite natural resonances in attached
structures. Whenever such structural resonances appear, vibration responses are amplified and can
result in fatigue failures. Structural resonances can also mask the cause of a machine's vibration,
making it difficult to implement corrective machine maintenance. Bump tests identify a structure's
resonant modes and provide a maintenance engineer the opportunity to change the resonance
frequency so as to reduce or eliminate damaging vibration.
To initiate the Bump Test module:

• Attach the accelerometer to the test object (machine case or structure).
• From the main screen, use arrow keys to highlight the Bump Test icon, and press an
Enter button. The Bump Test menu displays.
Bump Test menu options are:

Setup – Displays bump test setup fields and begins data collection.
Recall – If you have saved a previous bump test’s settings, you may recall them to perform
another bump test using the same settings.
Review Data – Initiates the Bump Test – Review Data screen allowing you to review saved bump test
data.
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To Perform a Bump Test
Figure C - 1.
The Bump Test Setup Screen.
• From the Bump Test menu, select Setup, the Bump Test - Setup screen displays.
Function Buttons
Save – Saves the current bump test settings. Enter a filename to identify the bump test settings.
Start – Take bump test data using the current settings.
Back – Returns you the Bump Test menu.
Bump Test Setup Fields

• Enter appropriate setup information in the following fields:
Sensor Type (Units) – Specifies the type of sensor used (typically Accel G). Note that the specified
sensor type determines available options and engineering units for subsequent setup fields.
Sens. (mV/EU) – Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter transducer sensitivity in millivolts (mv) per
Engineering Unit (EU) (typically 100 mV/g).
Range (EU) (Full Scale) – Enter a number to define the spectrum’s maximum amplitude value (full scale)
(typically 20 G).
X-axis units (Default Units) – (Hz or CPM) Specify frequency units for graphic displays.
Filter – The drop-down list displays High-pass filter settings. (Typically 2 Hz)
Freq Range (Fmax)– Use the alphanumeric keypad to enter the FFT upper full-scale frequency, up to
40,000 Hz (2,400,000 CPM). (Typically 1000 Hz for normal machinery speeds.)
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Lines – Specify the spectrum’s lines of resolution. Note increased resolution requires increased time
for data collection and consumes more storage memory (typically 400 lines).
Avg. Type – (Pk Hold or Exponential) For bump tests, specify Peak Hold averaging. The 258 Series II
holds the highest spectral peak for each hammer hit. For exponential averaging, the 258 Series II
averages multiple hits to minimize the noise level. However, you must pause the averaging process
after the last hit.
Display Y-axis – (Linear or Logarithmic) Specify the type of y-axis scaling. Typically set to Linear.
• After setting bump test setup fields, if desired, press the Save function button to name
and save the current settings for future recall ll.
• Press the Start function button to begin data collection. The Bump Test – Taking Data
screen displays.
Figure C - 2.
The Bump Test Taking Data Screen.
• Commence bump test hammer hits to display natural frequency spectral peaks.
• Move the spectral cursor to identify natural frequencies.
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How to Save Your Bump Test Results

• If desired, press the Save function button to name and save the current bump test
display (and its settings) for later review and use.
Bump test spectra are stored in comma separated value format (.csv) in the Mobile Device/Internal
Disk/Analyzer folder. These .csv spectra files may be viewed with theBump Test module, or may be
copied to the host computer and viewed with Microsoft Excel or other host application.
• Highlight the –save reading as- line and press the Save function button to display the Save
As dialog. The current date timestamp is the default filename.
o You may also overwrite/update an existing test result file using arrow
buttons and the Save function button.
• Press the OK function button to accept the date timestamp as the filename, or use the
alpha-numeric keypad to enter a descriptive filename, then press OK. Test results are
stored and you are returned to the Bump Test – Setup screen.
o Tip – with the date timestamp displayed, press the right/left arrow
button to move the cursor to the end/beginning of the timestamp
and type the tested machine’s ID. This naming convention
identifies both the machine and the date timestamp of the test.
How to View Stored Test Results

Viewing stored Bump Test results is easy.
• From the Bump Test main menu, select the Review Data icon. The Bump Test – Review
Data screen displays a list of all stored spectra.
Figure C - 3.
The View Stored Measurements Screen.
• Use arrow buttons to select a spectrum for review and press the Open function button.
The selected spectrum displays.
o Press the Print function button to print the displayed spectrum.
o Press the Prev and Next function buttons to display the previous / next
spectrum in the list.
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• When finished, press the Back button to return to the Review Data screen to review
additional stored spectra.
How to Backup Stored Spectra
Copying Spectra to the Host Computer

• Using the appropriate cable, connect the 258 Series II to your host computer’s USB
ports. ActiveSync or WMDC should automatically sense the connection and the
Microsoft ActiveSync or WMDC window should display a Connected – Synchronized
message.
• ActiveSync and WMDC communication with the 258 Series II requires specific drivers to
be installed on the host PC.
• Using Windows Explorer, copy the stored spectrum files (.csv files) from the Mobile
Device/Internal Disk/Analyzer folder to an appropriate folder on the host computer.
Backing Up Spectral Data to an SD card.

IMPORTANT – The SD card should not be disconnected in hazardous areas. It must be connected /
Manufacturer Model
• Insert an SD memory card into the proper slot at the bottom of the 258 Series II.
• From the Bump Test - Review Data screen, use up/down arrow buttons to select a
spectrum for backup, or select the – all –option to back up all spectra.
• Press the Backup function button. A display prompts whether to format the card prior to
backup, answer appropriately.
IMPORTANT – a Yes response deletes all data previously stored on the card. All specified spectral
files are copied to the SD card and a Backup Complete message displays.
• Press the OK function button, you return to the Review Data screen.
• Eject the card and store in a safe place, or insert the card into the host computer and
copy the backed up files to the host computer’s hard drive.
How to Delete Stored Spectral Files

• From the Review Data screen, use up/down arrow buttons to select a spectrum for
deletion, or select the – all –option to delete all surveys.
• Press the Delete function button. You are prompted to confirm the deletion.
• Press Yes and the spectrum results file is deleted from the device.
How to Load a Saved Bump Test Setup

You may load a previously saved bump test setup to perform a new job with the same settings.
• From the Bump Test main menu, select the Recall icon and press an Enter button. The
BumpTest – Load Setup screen displays a list of all previously saved Bump Test setups.
o You may Backup and Delete saved tests using the same steps detailed
earlier when reviewing saved spectra.
• Use the up/down arrow keys to highlight the test setup you would like to load and select
the Open function button. The BumpTest – Setup screen displays with the selected
settings.
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Appendix D Accessories Overview

The following accessories may be used with the Model 258 Series II. Contact your IRD sales
representative for purchase information.
Hardware
Model 258B Series II Balancer/Analyzer E49250
Laser speed sensor kit E48630
Strobe light kit for 120VAC-240VAC E39581
Battery and Power Supply

Instrument battery charger, 120/240VAC, 50/60 Hz E49307
Spare battery for balancer E45058
External battery charger E45073
Accelerometers, Speed & Velocity Sensors

9000A accelerometer E43781I
Accelerometer magnet E41717
Laser speed sensor with stainless steel body, 5Vdc,
E47240
100-2000 mm range
Laser speed sensor with plastic body, 5Vdc, 100-
E48645
2000 mm range, integral 2m cable
544 velocity sensor, 1080 mv/in/s E04526
Magnetic holder for 544 sensor E04332
High sensitivity compact velocity sensor 9100VO-
E44445
H02, 1080 mv/in/s
Magnetic holder for 9100VO sensor E41529
Cables
USB communications cable E48946
BNC reference input cable E48947
Y cable to connect speed sensor & battery charger E48663
BNC adapter (Fem/Fem) to connect optional strobe
E44088
kits
Accelerometer cable, 7.6m, 2pin-6pin E48617/S/025
Accelerometer cable, 3.1m long retractile, 2pin-6pin E48617/C/010
544 velocity sensor polarity cable E47182
544 cable, 30.4m, 2pin-6pin (will not work with
E48617/S/100
accelerometers)
Cable for E47240 laser sensor to balancer, 5m E48624-05
Cable for E47240 laser sensor to balancer, 10m E48624-10
BNC cable for accelerometer input to balancer, .9m E48800/S/003
BNC cable for accelerometer input to balancer, 1.8m E48800/S/006
BNC cable for speed reference input to balancer,
E48801/S/006
1.8m
Miscellaneous Accessories
Hard shell carrying case for instrument &
E48951
accessories
Rubber protective boot for instrument case E48949
Instrument hand strap E48950
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Portable weighing scale – 120 grams E47165

Portable weighing scale – 300 grams E48785
Magnetic flex arm holder for speed sensor E26383
Reflective tape for use with speed sensor (1 roll) E21200
Hard shell carrying case for speed sensor kit E47408
Field Upgrades
Bump test module E49305
Polymate software analysis program E48930
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IRD LLC Limited Warranty

LIMITED WARRANTY
This product is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of shipment against defects in material
and workmanship. IRD Balancing LLC will at its option, either replace or repair defective
products during this warranty period.
The product must be returned to IRD Balancing service center for warranty repair or service.
The customer shall pay shipping charges to IRD Balancing; return shipping charges shall be
covered by IRD Balancing.
The above mentioned warranty does not apply to defects due to customer misuse, operation
outside of the environmental specification, unauthorized modification or repair, customer
interfacing with published specifications, improper or inadequate maintenance.
This warranty is exclusive and no other warranty is expressed or implied. IRD Balancing shall
not be responsible for any consequential loss.
SERVICE
Any non-authorized repair will invalidate this warranty. If service is required the product
should be returned using the return procedure below. A repair quotation will be provided
before any repair or servicing is carried out, free of charge. Contact our customer service
department before returning the unit as the problem may be corrected on site or over the
telephone.
RETURN PROCEDURE
To return a product to IRD Balancing please contact our customer service department. They
will issue a RMA (return material authorization) number to you and fax a fault report form for
you to fill in. To ensure efficient service, please ensure this form is filled in completely and
returned with the product to our service department.
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MODEL 258

Part No: E49248

INTRODUCTION TO THE MODEL 258 SERIES II ............................................................................................... 3

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .................................................................................................................................................. 3

HOW TO SET UP YOUR 258 SERIES II ............................................................................................................. 23

SYSTEM SETTINGS .......................................................................................................................................................... 23

APPENDIX A ANALYZER MODULE ................................................................................................................... 25

ANALYZER OVERVIEW ..................................................................................................................................................... 25

APPENDIX B BALANCING MODULE................................................................................................................. 31

258 SERIES II BALANCING OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................. 31

BUMP TEST OVERVIEW ................................................................................................................................................... 64

TO PERFORM A BUMP TEST ............................................................................................................................................. 65

APPENDIX D ACCESSORIES OVERVIEW ........................................................................................................ 69

IRD LLC LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................................................... 71

Introduction to the Model 258 Series II

WARNING! - Warning messages can alert you to an operating procedure,

IMPORTANT: Important messages means that there is a risk of product or

Avoid Submerging in Water

Avoid Damage and Injury

Avoid Battery Compartment Exposure

About This Manual

User Manual Conventions

The Model 258 Series II

Amber only – Data collection is occurring.

The Main Screen

Analyzer Mode – performs analyzer functions.

Bump Test Mode – determines the natural frequencies of a machine or a structure.

Module management consists of:

Purchasing Additional Modules

To activate a preinstalled module:

Model 258 Series II Buttons and Keypad

The Help Function

The About Dialog

• Press the About function button to view the About dialog.

How to Use the Buttons and Keypad

alpha / numeric keypad shift button

2 Enter buttons arrow buttons

The Alpha/Numeric Keypad

Saving Screens Using the Keypad

To save screens to the SD card:

To print your saved Model 258 Series II screen bitmap:

Power Adapter/Battery Charger

Install and Charge the Battery

Charging – Indicates the battery is charging.

How to Install the Battery Pack

To install the Lithium-Ion battery pack:

WARNING! To minimize the risk of serious injury or damage:

Replacing the Battery in an Active Model 258 Series II

How to Charge the Battery Pack

To charge a battery pack in the Model 258 Series II:

• Ensure the power source is plugged into a wall outlet.

CH1, CH2, USB Device/Power/Trigger, and USB Host Connectors

Mating Connector Details

• CH 1/CH2: Fischer: Part No. DPBE103A056-130

• USB DEV/Power/Trigger Fischer: Part No. DPBE103A057-130

• USB HOST/CH 4: Fischer: Part No. DPBE102A056-230

Pin-out CH1 Pin-out CH2 USB H/CH4 USB D/PWR/TRIG

Microsoft® ActiveSync Communications

ActiveSync Drivers for 258 Series II

To install the ActiveSync driver files:

Windows® Mobile Device Center Communications

Windows Mobile Device Center Drivers for 258 Series II

To install the driver files:

SD Memory Card Operation