1900/27 Vibration Monitor: Operation and Maintenance Manual

Operation and Maintenance Manual
Bently Nevada Asset Condition Monitoring
1900/27 Vibration Monitor
Part Number 190127-01

Rev. F (09/07)
1900/27 Vibration Monitor Operation and Maintenance Manual
Copyright 1994. Bently Nevada LLC.

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Contact Information
The following ways of contacting Bently Nevada are provided for those times when you
cannot contact your local representative:
Mailing Address
Telephone
Fax
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Minden, Nevada USA 89423
USA
1.775.782.3611
1.800.227.5514
1.775.215.2873
www.ge-energy.com/bently
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Additional Information
Notice:
This manual does not contain all the information required to operate and maintain
the product. Refer to the following manuals for other required information.
200150, 200155, and 200157 Accelerometers Information and Installation

Guide (Part Number 164985-01)
89129 and 190520 Accelerometer User Guide (Part Number 89134-01)
Product Disposal Statement
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in control of the product at the end of its life or at the end of its use, are solely
responsible for the proper disposal of the product. No person, firm, corporation,
association or agency that is in control of product shall dispose of it in a manner that is
in violation of any applicable federal, state, local or international law. Bently Nevada LLC
is not responsible for the disposal of the product at the end of its life or at the end of its
use.
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Contents
1. 1900/27 Vibration Monitor Description ..................................................... 1
1.1
1.2
Features................................................................................................................................................. 1
Monitor Connections, Indicators, & Controls.......................................................................... 4
2. Installation ...................................................................................................... 6
2.1
Receiving Inspection........................................................................................................................ 6
2.2
Jumper Settings................................................................................................................................. 6
2.2.1 Setting Relays for Latching or Non-Latching Behavior............................................... 7
2.2.2 Setting Relays for Normally Energized or Normally De-energized Behavior .... 7
2.2.3 Setting 4 to 20 mA Interface Behavior During 1900/27 Monitor Bypass............ 8
2.2.4 Internal Jumper Location ......................................................................................................... 9
2.3
Monitor Enclosure.............................................................................................................................. 9
2.4
Configuration Switch Settings ...................................................................................................10
2.4.1 Relay Time Delay ........................................................................................................................10
2.4.2 Alert Relay Alarm Conditions.................................................................................................10
2.4.3 Configuring the Display for English or Metric Units ....................................................11
2.4.4 Initiating Self Test .......................................................................................................................11
2.5
Connecting Remote Reset............................................................................................................12
2.6
4 to 20 mA Interface Connections...........................................................................................12
2.6.1 Connecting Cable to the 1900/27 Monitor 4 to 20 mA Interface .........................12
2.7
Relay Connections ..........................................................................................................................15
2.7.1 Alert Relay Configuration........................................................................................................16
2.7.2 Relay Internal Jumper Settings.............................................................................................17
2.7.3 Relay Electrical Connections..................................................................................................17
2.8
Power Connections ........................................................................................................................19
2.8.1 Types of Power Connections.................................................................................................19
2.8.2 Power Electrical Connections ...............................................................................................19
2.9
Field Wiring Diagram .....................................................................................................................21
3. Monitor Operation ....................................................................................... 22

3.1
Monitor Display ................................................................................................................................22
3.1.1 English or Metric Display Units.............................................................................................22
3.1.2 The Display Mode Switch........................................................................................................23
3.1.3 Display Error Codes ...................................................................................................................24
3.2
LED Indicators...................................................................................................................................25
3.3
Relay Mode Switch ..........................................................................................................................26
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3.4
Setpoint Adjustment ......................................................................................................................26
3.5
Resetting the Monitor.....................................................................................................................28
3.6
Buffered Transducer Output.......................................................................................................28
3.7
Initiating a Monitor Self Test........................................................................................................28
4. Maintenance & Troubleshooting ...............................................................29

4.1
General Maintenance....................................................................................................................29
4.2
Monitor Adjustments .....................................................................................................................30
4.2.1 LCD Zero Adjustment................................................................................................................30
4.2.2 Adjustment of the Monitor's 4 to 20 mA Current Loop Interface..........................32
4.3
Troubleshooting...............................................................................................................................35
5. Appendix A - Performance Specifications................................................38

5.1
1900/27 Monitor Specification..................................................................................................38
5.1.1 Mechanical Specifications......................................................................................................38
5.1.2 Environmental Specifications ...............................................................................................38
5.1.3 Monitor Power Specifications ...............................................................................................40
5.1.4 Relay Specifications ..................................................................................................................40
5.1.5 Signal Conditioning....................................................................................................................40
5.1.6 Accuracy.........................................................................................................................................41
5.1.7 LED Indicators..............................................................................................................................41
5.1.8 Monitor Controls .........................................................................................................................42
5.1.9 4 to 20 mA Interface Specifications...................................................................................42
6. Appendix B - Peak Detection Methods .....................................................43

6.1
Peak Detector Theory.....................................................................................................................43
7. Appendix C - 1900/27 Monitor Configuration Form ...............................44

8. Appendix D - Accessories and Spare Parts..............................................46
8.1
8.2
Installation Hardware ....................................................................................................................46

Spare Parts.........................................................................................................................................48
9. Appendix E - Hazardous Area Approvals .................................................49
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Section 1 - 1900/27 Vibration Monitor Description
1. 1900/27 Vibration Monitor Description

The 1900/27 Vibration Monitor provides continuous vibration monitoring for
machinery where most of the shaft vibration is transmitted through the bearing to
the case. Vibration amplitude is a primary indicator of the overall mechanical
condition of rotating machinery. Many machine malfunctions, including rotor
imbalance, misalignment, and bearing wear can be detected with vibration
measurements. Typical applications include general purpose and essential
machines with roller element bearings like pumps, fans, and compressors.
This section helps familiarize you with the monitor by listing the features that
make the monitor flexible and describing the monitor controls that make the
monitor easy to use.
1.1 Features
The features of the 1900/27 Vibration Monitor make the monitor more reliable
and easier to use. Many of these features have been used on previous Bently
Nevada monitors and have proven to be useful for protecting machinery. You can
program some of the features of the monitor by using jumpers or the 6-position
Configuration switch.
Some of the non-programmable features are described below.
Transducer separate from monitor - Mounting only the transducer on the
machine requires less space and makes the transducer easier to install on
small machinery. Mounting the monitor away from the machine protects the
monitor from the harsh machine enviroment that is less suitable for
electronic instrumentation. This location makes it easier and safer for plant
personnel to access the monitor.
Digital LCD display - A digital liquid crystal display on the front of the
monitor indicates overall vibration or the Alert or Danger setpoints.
Because the monitor is designed to be mounted close to the machine rather
than on the machine, the monitor can be located where service personel
can read it easily.
Status LED indicators - Four LEDs on the front of the monitor indicate the
status of the monitor. These LEDs show whether the monitor is OK, in alarm,
or bypassed.
Remote Reset - A front panel reset button and remote reset terminals let
you reset latched relays or flashing LEDs without turning the monitor off.
The remote reset terminals allows the monitor to be reset from a remote
location without having to open the weatherproof enclosure.

Relay BYPASS - A relay BYPASS switch lets you disable both relays while you
adjust the relay setpoints or maintain the machinery. This feature prevents
false alarms or undesired machinery shutdowns. When the monitor is
bypassed, the red BYPASS LED is on.
Coaxial connector - A coaxial connector on the front of the monitor
provides a buffered velocity signal (500 mV/in/s or 20 mV/mm/s) for locally
sampling dynamic data. The connector provides direct access to the
integrated transducer signal which can be used to diagnose and analyze
machinery.
Two alarm relays - The monitor has two single-pole, double-throw relays
(Type 2 FORM C). Use these relays as inputs to the machinery control
circuits, or to drive alarm annunciators such as a bell or light on an alarm
panel. You can also wire these relays together with other relays into an
AND or OR voting logic scheme. Although typically used as an Alert relays,
you can reconfigure the Alert relay to become a NOT OK relay, an Alert
logically OR'ed with NOT OK relay, or an auxiliary Danger relay. The relay
circuits include arc suppressors to increase relay contact life expectancy
and reduce arcs in hazardous locations.
4 to 20 mA Intereface - Systems set up to collect data usng a 4 to 20 mA
communications system can access the peak velocity data through this
interface.
True peak measurements - The 1900/27 Vibration Monitor uses an analog
peak-to-peak detector to determine the peak vibration amplitude. This
method is more accurate than methods which measure the RMS level and
attempt to convert it to peak value. The RMS method is poor because it
applies the conversion factor for pure sinusoidal signals even though
machinery vibration is rarely a pure sine wave (see Appendix B).
Timed OK/Monitor Defeat - This special proprietary circuit minimizes the
possibility of false alarms caused by a defective transducer, transducer
wiring, or transducer power supply.
Power-up Inhibit - This feature minimizes false alarms caused by a
transient power surge or interruption of power.
Monitor Self Test - The monitor conducts a self test which checks the
monitor's power supply voltages and verifies the signal path when you
power up the monitor or when you initiate a self test during operation of
the monitor.

Programmable options provide flexibility and a wide range of standard features.
Internal Jumper Options:
Normally Energized/De-energized Relays - The Alert and Danger relays can
be be either normally energized or normally de-energized. The normal
condition of a relay corresponds to its non-alarm condition. For example, a
normally energized relay would have power on the coil (ARM contacts NO)
when it is not in alarm and would remove power from the coil (ARM
contacts NC) when it goes into alarm. Both relays are independently set.
Latching/Nonlatching Relays - The Alert and Danger relays can be either
latching or nonlatching. Latching alarms must be cleared using the reset
button or by closing a switch between the reset terminals. Nonlatching
alarms automatically reset when the monitor no longer detects an alarm
condition. Both relays are independently set.
4 to 20 mA Interface Behavior during BYPASS - When the monitor is
switched to BYPASS, the 4 to 20 mA output sends approximately 2 mA to
the host computer. Since some applications require dynamic data collection
during BYPASS, you can set the monitor so that it collects data even when
the alarms are bypassed.
Front Panel 6-position Configuration Switch Options:
Relay Time Delay - The Alert and Danger relay time delays can be set for 3,
5 , 10, or 15 seconds. Relay time delay is the amount of time that the
vibration level must be greater than the alarm setpoint level before an alarm
trips. The time delay minimizes false alarms from either "normal" transient
vibration or electrical noise sources. The relay time delay setting applies to
both relays as long as both are configured to activate under an alarm
condition.
Alert Relay Configuration - To help you use the monitor for different
applications, the Alert relay can be set to activate under any of the
following conditions:
Alert
Alert or NOT OK
NOT OK
Danger (as an auxiliary Danger relay)
Units - You can set the overall vibration level shown on the LCD display to
display in either English (in/s) or metric (mm/s) units. Both units are true
zero to peak measurements, not RMS measurements converted to peak.
Monitor Self Test - A user-invoked self test switch is provided to aid in field
troubleshooting. When you invoke the self test, the signal path and alarm
threshold detection circuits are verified. All LEDs and LCD numerical
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segments turn on at the beginning of the self test to verify that they are
operating properly. The power supplies are checked continually.
1.2 Monitor Connections, Indicators, & Controls

The connections, LEDs and LCD, and control switches are shown in the next
three figures.
Figure 1-1: Location of monitor connections
Figure 1-2: Location of status LED indicators and LCD dsplay location.
Figure 1-3: Location of monitor switches and reset button
2. Installation
This section describes how to install the 1900/27 Vibration Monitor. It includes
information on how to configure the monitor for your particular application using
the monitor's internal jumpers and the configuration switches on the front panel.
This section also describes how to connect the Accelerometer to the 1900/27
Vibration Monitor.
2.1 Receiving Inspection

Inspect the components of the order as soon as you receive them to see if there
was any damage during shipment. Keep all shipping forms and invoices. If any
shipping damage is apparent, file a claim with the carrier and submit a copy to
Bently Nevada Corporation. Include all model numbers and serial numbers with
the claim. We will either repair or replace damaged parts according to the terms
and conditions of the sale.
A plastic cover will be over the display when the monitor is shipped from Bently
Nevada. Remove the cover from the label either when you receive the monitors or
during installation.
2.2 Jumper Settings

Use internal jumpers to program each relay as latching or non-latching and
normally energized or de-energized. Use the Bypass Mode jumper to program
what 4 to 20 mA interface does during relay bypass.
Section 2 - Installation
2.2.1 Setting Relays for Latching or Non-Latching Behavior

A latching relay stays in an alarm state even after the vibration has dropped
below the setpoint level for that relay. A non latching relay moves from its alarm
state to its non-alarm state once the vibration drops back below the setpoint level
for that relay. Table 2.1 describes how to set jumpers W7 and W8 to control
latching and non latching behavior for the Alert and Danger relays.
TABLE 2.1: Latching/Non-latching Jumper

Settings
OPTION
JUMPER SETTING
install
remove
Alert latching*
Alert nonlatching
W8
Danger latching*
Danger nonlatching
W7
W8
W7
* Factory default setting
2.2.2 Setting Relays for Normally Energized or Normally De-energized

Behavior
The Normally Energized/De-energized option controls whether power is applied to
the relay coil during an alarm state or during a non-alarm condition. For normally
de-energized relays, no power is applied to the relay coil during non-alarm
conditions. Power is applied during alarm conditions. For normally energized
relays, power is applied to the relay coil during non-alarm conditions. Power is
removed during alarm conditions. Normally energized relays are useful when you
want to shut a machine off when vibration monitoring stops due to loss of
monitor power. Table 2.2 shows how to set jumpers W5 and W6 for Normally Deenergized or Normally Energized Alert and Danger Relays.
TABLE 2.2: Normally Energized and

Normally De-energized Jumper Settings
OPTION
Alert Normally De-energized*
Alert Normally Energized
Danger Normally De-energized*
Danger Normally Energized
JUMPER SETTING
install
remove
W6
W6
W5
W5

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2.2.3 Setting 4 to 20 mA Interface Behavior During 1900/27 Monitor

Bypass
With the BYPASS Mode jumper installed the 4 to 20 mA circuit responds to a relay
bypass condition at the monitor by sending a NOT OK signal (less than 3 mA) to
the plant computer. Even though the relays are in BYPASS, the monitor remains
OK and continues to monitor vibration. The 4 to 20 mA circuit is unable to
continue sending a vibration signal when this jumper is in, but visibility of a bypass
condition is maintained at the plant computer.
With the BYPASS Mode jumper removed, bypassing the relays does not affect the
4 to 20 mA interface.
Table 2.3 shows how to use the Bypass Mode jumper to control how the 4 to 20
mA interface responds when the monitor is bypassed.
TABLE 2.3: Bypass Mode Jumper Settings

Bypass
mode
jumper
(W4)
Response of the 4 to 20 mA interface when

the monitor's relays are bypassed
Flag the point as Not
OK
installed*
yes
removed
no
Transmit vibration
signal when relays
are bypassed
no
yes
To determine realistic setpoint values for a machine, we recommend that you

collect data for a few weeks with the relays disabled and the bypass jumper
removed. Use this configuration only long enough to collect enough data to
determine where to adjust the Alert and Danger setpoints. After you establish
realistic setpoints, install the bypass mode jumper and return to the normal
monitoring mode by placing the relay mode switch in the NORMAL positrion.
2.2.4 Internal Jumper Location

Figure 2.1 shows the location of the jumpers on the monitor's circuit board.
To set the jumpers follow these steps:
1. Remove the case cover: Pull the case cover straight up. The inside of the case
cover has a label that summarizes the jumper settings.
2. Locate the five jumpers along the side of the top board (see Figure 2-1).
Figure 2-1: Location of internal jumpers.

3. Remove or insert any of the jumpers that are required for your given
application.
4. Snap the case cover back into place over the printed circuit boards.
2.3 Monitor Enclosure

Use a TYPE 4X enclosure for outdoor and Class 1, Division 2 hazardous areas. If
the monitor will be in a nonhazardous location where it is protected from the
elements, then a weatherproof enclosure is not required. Bently Nevada offers a
nonmetallic Type 4X enclosure (Bently Nevada Part Number 190100-01) or a
stainless steel RFI resistant Type 4X enclosure (Bently Nevada Part Number
03636315) for 1900 monitors. Both have windows on the front so that the LCD
display of the monitor is visible from outside the enclosure. Appendix D provides
ordering information. For more information on Bently Nevada's Type 4X enclosures
for the 1900 monitor, contact your local Bently Nevada sales representative.
2.4 Configuration Switch Settings

Use the 6-position configuration switch on the front panel of the monitor to
program the relay time delays, the alert relay alarm condition, English or metric
units, and to initiate a monitor self test.
2.4.1 Relay Time Delay

Relay time delay is the amount of time that the vibration must continuously
exceed the setpoint before an alarm occurs. Table 2.4 shows the relay time delay
switch settings.
TABLE 2.4: Relay Time Delay Settings

Switch 1
Switch 2
Time Delay
Off
Off
3 seconds
Off
On
5 seconds
On
Off
10 seconds
On
On
15 seconds
2.4.2 Alert Relay Alarm Conditions

Alert relay alarm settings let you configure the Alert relay to be driven by the
following 4 conditions: the Alert setpoint, the Alert setpoint logically OR'ed with
NOT OK, NOT OK, or the Danger setpoint. If you configure the relay to be driven
from NOT OK or the Danger setpoint, the Alert setpoint is no longer used. Table 2.5
shows the Alert relay drive condition settings.
Table 2.5: Alert Relay Alarm

Condition Settings
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Switch 3
Switch 4
Alert Drive
Off
Off
ALERT
Off
On
ALERT OR NOT OK
On
Off
NOT OK
On
On
DANGER
2.4.3 Configuring the Display for English or Metric Units

English/Metric Units lets you choose which measurement units are used to display
the overall vibration level on the LCD as shown in Table 2.6. You may need to readjust the zero of the display slightly if you change the units. Refer to section 4.2.1
to calibrate the LCD zero.
Table 2.6: English/Metric

Units Settings
Switch 5
Setting
Units
Off
English
Inches/second
On
Metric
Millimetres/second
2.4.4 Initiating Self Test

Initiate a Self Test by setting switch 6 to the ON position. Return switch 6 to the
OFF position once the test has started. The following actions occur during a
monitor self test, which lasts approximately 30 seconds:
The relays are placed in their non-alarm states.

Numerical segments of the LCD turn on for the duration of the self test.
All LEDS turn on for the first 4 seconds of the self test.
The signal path circuits are tested
The alarm threshold detection circuitry is tested.
If an error is detected during self test, an error code will remain on at the end of the
self test. Error codes E1 and E3 are continually tested for during normal operation.
If a power supply failure occurs, E1 comes on. If a NOT OK occurs, the OK LED
goes off and E3 comes on. Error code E2, a signal path error, can only be detected
using the self test function. The error codes are shown in Table 2.7.
Table 2.7: Self Test Error Codes

Code
Error
E1
Power
E2
Signal Path
A fault exists in the vibration signal path, the alert or

danger threshold detection circuits, or the system clock.
E3
NOT OK
The transducer, transducer cable, or transducer power

supply are not functioning properly.
Explanation
The internal power supply voltages are not within tolerance.
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2.5 Connecting Remote Reset

Mounting an external reset switch (or button) at a remote location lets you reset
the monitor without having to open the weatherproof housing. The remote reset
switch can be mounted up to 305 m (1000 ft) from the monitor. Connect the
remote reset switch between the REMOTE RESET A and B contacts. Use a singlepole single-throw (SPST) type switch with normally open contacts which are
momentarily closed by the switch actuator.
2.6 4 to 20 mA Interface Connections

Systems set up to collect data using a 4 to 20 mA communication system can
access the peak velocity data through this interface. Although the 1900/27
monitor can operate without connecting the 4 to 20 mA interface, the interface
lets you collect data automatically for trending.
2.6.1 Connecting Cable to the 1900/27 Monitor 4 to 20 mA Interface

Use two-conductor shielded cable to connect the 4 to 20 mA loop power supply to
the 1900/27 Monitor. Cable length is restricted by the loop supply voltage, supply
source resistance, and cable impedance. The maximum cable length is determined
by:
where
L is the maximum cable length in feet, Vs is the minimum loop supply
voltage, Vx is any additional voltage drop in the loop, Rs is the supply source
resistance, and Zc is the total cable impedance in ohms/ft.
(Note that the above equation accounts for the impedance of both the source
and return lines of the cable.)
The following page gives an example for calculating the maximum cable length.
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Example:
Suppose your 4 to 20 mA system has the following characteristics:
The minimum loop supply voltage is 24 V.
The receiver has a source supply resistance of 250 ohms.
The cable impedance is 12 milliohms/ft.
A device with a constant voltage drop of 1 V is inserted into the loop.
Then the maximum cable length is
Use the following tools to attach the cable to the 1900/27 monitor:
Two-conductor shielded cable.
A screwdriver.
A wire stripper to remove insulation from the cable
Connect the 4 to 20 mA loop to the monitor by following these steps. Refer to

Figure 2-10.
1. Strip the outer jacket and the shield foil from the monitor end of the
cable.
2. Strip 6.4 to 9.5 mm (0.250 to 0.375 in) of insulation from both of the
insulated inner conductors.
3. Use a screwdriver to connect the inner conductors including the
shield, or drain, wire to the 4 to 20 mA terminal strip.
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Figure 2-10: 4 to 20 mA connections
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2.7 Relay Connections

Alert and Danger relays give two levels of alarm. Use the Alert relay to annunciate
high vibration that is nearing the Danger (shutdown) setpoint. Possible
annunciators include a buzzer, horn, light, or a signal sent to the plant computer.
The Danger relay is dedicated to the Danger setpoint and will go into its alarm
state when the vibration level exceeds the Danger setpoint.
WARNING
A missed trip or false trip can occur if the Alert relay
is used to signal a shutdown.
Only the Danger relay, because it is dedicated to the
Danger setpoint, is intended for machinery protection
(shutdown) in the event of high vibration. The Alert
relay is intended for non-machinery protection
functions, such as annunciating a high vibration
condition or a system fault (NOT OK), or for starting a
spare machine in the event a primary machine is
shutdown by the Danger relay as a result of high
vibration in the primary machine.
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2.7.1 Alert Relay Configuration

The Alert relay can be configured in the field to give an alarm condition from one
of four different conditions: Alert setpoint, Alert setpoint logically OR'ed with NOT
OK, NOT OK, and the Danger setpoint. Section 2.5.2 shows how to set this relay.
Table 2.8 lists the Alert relay configurations and the suggested application for each
one.
TABLE 2.8: Suggested Applications

for Different Alert Relay Configurations
Relay Enters Alarm
State When
Suggested Applications
alert setpoint
vibration level exceeds

the Alert setpoint
Notify that the machine is

vibrating at a level
approaching the Danger
setpoint
Alert setpoint
OR'ed with
OK relay

the Alert setpoint or the
monitor is not OK
Notify that the vibration of

the machine is high or
that a fault exists with the
transducer, the transducer
wiring, or the transducer
power supply
OK relay*
the monitor is not OK
Notify that a fault exists

with the transducer, the
transducer wiring, or the
transducer power supply
Danger
setpoint *

the Danger setpoint
Start up a spare machine

when the primary
machine is shutdown by
the Danger Relay
Alert Relay
Driven By
* The Alert setpoint is ignored in these Alert relay configurations;

however, the Alert LED will illuminate when the Alert relay is in its alarm
state.
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2.7.2 Relay Internal Jumper Settings

Section 2.2.4 shows how to set the Relay option. Table 2.9 summarizes the effect
of the Relay option.
TABLE 2.9: Relay Connections by Normally

Energized/De-energized Jumper Settings
TERMINAL
RELAY OPTION SETTING

(state of the relay with no alarm)
Normally Deenergized
Normally Energized
closed
open
ARM
ARM
open
closed
closed
open
ARM
ARM
open
closed
If the relay is configured as normally energized then the normally open (NO) and
normally closed (NC) connections are reversed from that shown on the label. Use
normally energized if you want the relay to change state if the monitor loses
power.
2.7.3 Relay Electrical Connections

The following tools and supplies are required for connecting cable to the relay
terminal strip:
Wire stripper
Crimp tool
A phillips or straight screwdriver
Crimp type ring or spade lugs
Cable (maximum conductor size: 16 AWG)
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To install the cable to the terminal strip follow these steps:
1. If an outer jacket is on the relay cable then strip off about 25 mm (1
in) of outer insulation from the cable.
2. Strip 6 mm (0.25 in) of insulation from each of the conductors that
will be used by the relay.
3. Crimp a ring or spade lug to each of the conductors using the crimp
tool.
4. Open the hinged protective cover over the power and relay terminal
strip.
5. Place each lug under the proper screw on the relay terminal strip
(see Figure 2-12) and use the screwdriver to tighten the screw.
6. Close the hinged protective cover over the terminal strip.
Figure 2-12: Alert and Danger Relay Connections
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2.8 Power Connections

The power supply options are 110/220 AC and HVDC, or +24 Vdc. All monitors,
regardless of the type of power supply that is chosen, are protected by an internal
fuse.
2.8.1 Types of Power Connections

Connect power to the monitor as shown in Table 2.10.
TABLE 2.10: Monitor Power Connections

INPUT VOLTAGE
85 Vac to 264 Vac
110 Vdc to 370 Vdc
24 Vdc
CONNECTIONS
1 Line
2 Line 2/Neutral
3
Ground
1 Line 1
2 Common
3
Ground
1 +24 Vdc
2 Common
3
Ground
2.8.2 Power Electrical Connections

Use these tools and supplies to connect cable to the power terminal strip:
Wire stripper
Crimp tool
A phillips or straight screwdriver
Crimp type ring or spade lugs
3 conductor cable (maximum conductor size: 16 AWG)
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To install the cable to the terminal strip follow these steps:
1. If an outer jacket is on the power cable then strip off about 25 mm (1
in) of outer insulation from the cable.
2. Strip 6 mm (0.25 in) of insulation from each of the conductors that
will be connected to the power terminals.
3. Crimp a ring or spade lug to each of the conductors using the crimp
tool.
4. Open the hinged protective cover over the power and relay terminal
strip.
5. Place each lug under the proper screw on the power terminal strip
(see Figure 2-13) and use the screwdriver to tighten the screw.
Figure 2-13: Power Connections 6. Close the hinged protective cover over the terminal
strip.
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2.9 Field Wiring Diagram

A typical field wiring diagram is shown below.
Figure 2-14: Typical 1900/27 field wiring installation.
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3. Monitor Operation
This section describes how to operate the monitor. Included is information about
the displays and indicators and how to interpret the information they provide.
3.1 Monitor Display

The liquid crystal display (LCD) on the front panel of the 1900/27 monitor shows
vibration data in either English or Metric units. The display can also show the
current Alert and Danger setpoint levels and error codes.
3.1.1 English or Metric Display Units

Velocity units can be displayed on the LCD in either English units (in/s), or in Metric
units (mm/s). Figure 3-1 shows the arrow on the right side of the LCD that points
to the units which the display is currently using. Change the velocity units by
setting switch 5 to the desired units on the 6-position configuration switch You
may need to re-adjust the zero of the display slightly if you change the units.
Refer to section 4.2.1 to calibrate the LCD zero.
Figure 3-1: Location of English and Metric LCD unit indicators.
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Section 3 - Monitor Operation
3.1.2 The Display Mode Switch

Setpoint levels can be shown on the display by using the three-position Display
Mode switch. The positions of the Display Mode switch are Normal, Alert, and
Danger. Table 3.1 shows the effects of the Display Mode on the LCD.
Table 3.1: Display Mode Switch

SWITCH SETTING
DISPLAY
DESCRIPTION
The LCD displays
overall vibration in
units of in/s.
The LCD displays the

Alert Setpoint in
units of in/s.
The LCD displays the

Danger Setpoint in
units of in/s.
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3.1.3 Display Error Codes

Error codes are displayed on the left side of the LCD as shown in Figure 3-2. If an
error is detected the appropriate error code is displayed on the LCD. There are
three error codes:
E1
Power supply error (continuously checked)
E2
Signal path error (checked only during self test)
E3
NOT OK error (continuously checked).
The Maintenance and Troubleshooting section, Section 4, contains information

about how to resolve these errors.
Figure 3-2: Location of Error Indicators.

Error code E1 indicates a power supply error. The regulated power supplies inside
the 1900/27 monitor are continuously checked. If they fall outside of the
acceptable power supply range the monitor displays the E1 error code. An E1 error
could be caused by a poor power source external to the monitor, or a fault could
exist within the monitor itself.
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Error code E2 is caused by a fault in the signal path. A signal path fault can only
be detected during a user initiated self test. If a signal path error is detected during
a self test, then an E2 error code will be shown on the LCD display. The signal path
check, which is made during self test, verifies that the peak-to-peak detector and
the setpoint threshold detectors are working properly. A signal path error could
mean that there is an internal fault within the 1900/27 monitor.
Error code E3 occurs when the monitor goes into a NOT OK situation. The monitor
continuously verifies that the system is OK. If it detects that a transducer input
signal is outside the expected range a NOT OK will result. A NOT OK may be
caused by faulty transducer field wiring, a bad transducer, or a bad connection.
3.2 LED Indicators

Four LED indicators on the 1900/27 monitor front panel show the status of the
monitor. They indicate whether the monitor and transducer are OK, if either the
Alert or Danger relay is in alarm, and whether the relays are bypassed. Table 3.2
summarizes how the LED operate.
OK LED
on
off
flashing
ALERT LED
off
on
flashing*
DANGER LED
off
on
flashing*
BYPASS LED
off
on
Table 3.2: LED Indicators

INDICATION
Monitor is operating properly and receiving a valid transducer
signal
Monitor is not OK
Monitor was not OK and then returned to OK
INDICATION
Alert condition not detected
Alert condition detected. (Section 2.4.2 describes the 4 Alert relay
configurations and explains how to configure the relay.)
Alert condition was detected but is no longer present
INDICATION
The vibration level is less than the Danger setpoint
The vibration level is exceeding the Danger setpoint
The vibration level has exceeded the Danger setpoint and is now
less than the Danger setpoint
INDICATION
Monitor is operating normally
Monitor is bypassed Monitor is
* Occurs only when the relay is configured as nonlatching and the vibration was
previously above the setpoint and has returned below the setpoint for that
particular relay.
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3.3 Relay Mode Switch

The Relay Mode switch lets you inhibit relays by placing the monitor in bypass.
The Relay Mode switch has two positions, Normal and Bypass. Table 3.3
describes the behavior of the Relay Mode switch.
Table 3.3: Relay Mode Switch

SWITCH SETTING
EFFECT ON RELAYS
Relays react to an alarm
condition
Relays do not react to an alarm

condition and the Bypass LED
comes on. Alert and Danger
LEDs continue to track alarm
conditions in a nonlatching
manner. If relays are activated
before the switch is set, they will
3.4 Setpoint Adjustment

Adjust the Alert and Danger setpoints by using the adjustment screws recessed
in the front panel of the monitor. The adjustment range for the Alert and Danger
setpoints is 2.54 to 50.8 mm/s (0.1 to 1.9 in/s). Use the LCD display to view the
setpoint value while adjusting it.
Place the monitor in bypass while adjusting the setpoint so the relays will not
activate accidentally. With the monitor placed in bypass, the Alert or Danger LED
will come on when the corresponding setpoint is adjusted below the vibration
level. If the monitor is taken out of bypass with one or both of these LEDs on, the
corresponding relays will activate as soon as the monitor is taken out of bypass.
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Use a small screwdriver to adjust the setpoints. Figure 3-3 shows the location of
the switches and adjustment screws used in this prodedure.
Adjust the setpoints according to the following steps:
1. Place the monitor into Bypass by sliding the Relay Mode switch to the Bypass
position with the small screwdriver. The Bypass LED will come on.
2. Slide the Display Mode switch to either the Alert or Danger position,
depending on which setpoint you wish to adjust.
Figure 3-3: Location of setpoint adjust screws, Display Mode switch and Relay Mode
Switch.
3. Use the small screwdriver to turn the setpoint adjust screw corresponding
to the setpoint that you wish to adjust. Turning the screwdriver clockwise
increases the setpoint. The value on the LCD changes as the screw is
turned. If you adjust the setpoint below the vibration level the LED for the
setpoint will come on.
4. When the desired setpoint level is showing on the LCD, verify that the LED
for that setpoint is off. If the LED is on when the monitor is taken out of
bypass, the relay corresponding to the LED will go into its alarm state.
5. Place the Display Mode switch into the Normal position.
6. Slide the Relay Mode switch into the Normal position by using the small
screwdriver.
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3.5 Resetting the Monitor

Use reset to unlatch a latched relay or to stop a flashing LED. You can reset the
monitor by pushing the Reset switch on the front panel or by pressing a remote
reset button that is connected to the remote reset terminals.
Remote reset can be accomplished by wiring a normally opened, momentarily
closed switch or button to the remote reset terminals. The remote reset contact
can be 33 m (1000 ft) from the monitor. The remote reset feature of the 1900/27
lets you reset the monitor without opening the enclosure containing the monitor.
3.6 Buffered Transducer Output

Use the buffered transducer output to obtain the raw integrated transducer
signal. The sensitivity of the buffered transducer zero to peak output is 500
mV/mm/s (19.7 mV/in/s).
The buffered transducer output coaxial connector is located on the front panel of
the monitor. Use this connector to attach diagnostic equipment such as an
oscilloscope or a recorder to the buffered velocity signal.
3.7 Initiating a Monitor Self Test

Self test is initiated by moving switch 6 of the 6-position Configuration switch to
the on position. Once the self test begins, move the switch back to the off
position. Self test lasts approximately 30 seconds.
When self test begins all the LEDs and numerical segments of the LCD turn on to
visually verify that they operate properly. During self test the relays stay in the
state they were in at the start of self test. During self test the power supplies are
checked, the signal path is verified, and the alarm detection circuitry is tested.
If any part of self test fails, an error code is displayed on the LCD. Error code E1
corresponds to a power supply circuit failure. Error code E2 is a signal path or
alarm detection circuit failure. Error code E3 occurs when the monitor is NOT OK.
The monitor checks errors E1 and E3 continuously, not just during self test. Error
E2, a signal path failure, can only be checked during self test, and will remain on
until the monitor is reset even if the failure no longer exists.
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Section 4 - Maintenance & Troubleshooting
4. Maintenance & Troubleshooting

This section describes how to maintain and trouble shoot your 1900/27 monitor.
Instructions on how to adjust the LCD's zero potentiometer and the 4 to 20 mA
interface's gain adjust potentiometer are included if this procedure should ever
become necessary. If you encounter a problem with the 1900/27 monitor, use the
troubleshooting table at the end of this section before you contact a Bently
nevada Product Service representative.
4.1 General Maintenance

Although the 1900/27 Vibration Monitor is a low maintenance instrument, we
recommend that you inspect the monitor every three to six months to verify that
the monitor is in good working order and that reliable machinery protection is being
provided. Inspect the following items:
The monitor is powered up, the OK LED is on, and the LCD is displaying a
valid vibration reading.
The electrical connections to the monitor are in good condition and have no
corrosion or loose wires.
The weatherproof enclosure is still properly sealed and does not contain any
moisture.
The Alert and Danger setpoints are properly set and the relay time delays
and Alert relay drive settings are correct.
During this inspection you should also exercise the self test function of the
1900/27 Vibration Monitor. Note, however, that the 4 to 20 mA interface will not
send a vibration signal during self test.
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4.2 Monitor Adjustments

Two circuits of the 1900/27 monitor may require adjustment. Since these circuits
are set at the factory, they should not require adjusting during installation.
However, if you suspect that the monitor is out of adjustment, use the following
two procedures to adjust these circuits in the monitor.
4.2.1 LCD Zero Adjustment

Use this procedure to adjust the LCD to read zero when no transducer is connected.
Because of the noise floor of the transducer, the monitor will display a low value,
less than 0.010 in./s (0.254 mm/s), when a transducer is connected and no
vibration is present. This adjustment does not affect the full scale range of the
monitor.
Adjust the LCD at an electronics workbench rather than at the installation site. A
qualified electronics technician or engineer should perform the calibration. If you
are not capable of performing this procedure, contact your nearest Bently Nevada
sales office and arrange either to send the monitor in for calibration or have
Product Service come to your facility and perform this procedure.
Setting the LCD zero requires the following tools and parts:
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A small straight blade screwdriver.
A power source for the monitor being calibrated (110 Vac, 220 Vac, or +24
Vdc).
A 3-conductor cable for attaching the power source to the monitor.
Two 3 k resistors.
Several 50 mm (2 inch), 18 AWG wires.

The calibration procedure for the LCD is described in the following steps:
1. Remove the case cover by placing pressure with a screwdriver, or similar
object, between the case cover and base.
2. Locate the LCD zero adjust potentiometer labeled R20. It is next to the dip
switch on the top circuit board.
3. Connect the resistors and 18 AWG wires to the transducer terminal strip
according to the circuit shown in Figure 4-1.
Figure 4-1: LCD zero calibration connections.

4. Connect the 3-conductor cable to the monitor power terminal strip and
plug the other end of the cable into the proper power source. Wait 30
seconds for the monitor to complete its power up and self test functions.
After the power up cycle has finished the green OK LED will flash indicating
that the monitor is now completely powered up and OK. To stop the
flashing push the reset button.
5. Turn the zero adjust potentiometer until the LCD display reads zero.
6. Unplug the power cable from the power source.
7. Disconnect the power cable from the power supply terminal strip.
8. Disconnect the resistors and jumper wires from the transducer terminal
strip.
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The zero point of the LCD is now properly set. There is no span adjustment for the
LCD display. This zero adjust procedure zeros the LCD display for the monitor only.
Once a transducer is connected to the monitor, a low value LCD reading, less than
0.250 mm/s (0.010 in/s), will be present when no vibration is present. This reading
results from the electrical noise floor of the transducer and monitor system.
4.2.2 Adjustment of the Monitor's 4 to 20 mA Current Loop Interface

Use this procedure to adjust both the zero and the gain of the analog signal from
the monitors 4 to 20 mA output to the plant computer. These adjustments should
be done by a skilled electronics technician or engineer at an electronics
workbench rather than at the installation site. The procedure to adjust this
interface requires the following tools and equipment:
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A small straight blade screwdriver.
A power source for the monitor being calibrated (110 Vac, 220 Vac, or +24
Vdc).
A 3-conductor cable for attaching the power source to the monitor.
A power source for the 4 to 20 mA interface (+14 Vdc to +30 Vdc, see
Appendix A for complete specifications).
A 2-conductor cable for attaching the power source to the 4 to 20 mA

interface.
A calibrated multimeter with floating inputs.
A calibrated sinewave generator that can generate-a floating 1.3 Vms

sinewave at 614 Hz.. (The output must be floating. Neither one of the two
terminals of the sinewave output can be grounded.)
Four 3 k resistors.
Several 50 mm (2 inch), 18 AWG wires.

Adjust the 4 to 20 mA interface according to the following steps:
1. Remove the case cover by applying pressure with a screwdriver, or
similar object, between the case cover and the base.
2. Locate the 4 to 20 mA zero and gain adjust potentiometers on the
bottom circuit board. The potentiometers are labeled R16 and R34
and are located next to the 4 to 20 mA interface connector.
3. Attach the four 3 k resistors, the short lengths of wire, and the
sinewave generator as shown in Figure 4-2.
4. Connect the external DC supply to the 4 to 20 mA interface as
shown in Figure 4-2.
5. Power up the 4 to 20 mA supply and adjust the voltage to the supply
voltage that will be used in the actual installation. If the actual
supply voltage is not known, adjust the supply to 22 Vdc.
6. Power the monitor and wait for it to complete self test. After the
power up cycle has finished, the green OK LED will flash indicating
that the monitor is now completely powered up and OK. Push the
reset button to stop the flashing.
Figure 4-2: 4 to 20 mA zero and span adjust circuit.
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7. With the sinewave generator powered off, measure the DC voltage
across the LOOP + and TEST connections on the 4 to 20 mA
terminal block. The voltage should be about 0.40 Vdc. If it is not,
adjust the zero adjust potentiometer (R16) until the voltage is 0.40
Vdc.
8. Turn the sinewave generator on and adjust the output of the
generator for a 1.30 Vrms at 614 Hz. The LCD display should read
about 46.7 mm/s (1.840 ips).
9. Measure the RMS voltage on the output on the Buffered Transducer
output connector. The multimeter should read 0.65 Vrms. If it does
not, adjust the output of the sinewave generator either up or down
until the buffered transducer output is 0.65 Vrms.
10. Measure the DC voltage between the LOOP+ and TEST connectors
of the 4 to 20 mA terminal block. The reading on the multimeter
should be 1.87 Vdc. If it is not, adjust the gain adjust potentiometer
up or down until the voltmeter reads 1.87 Vdc.
11. If desired, verify the accuracy of the loop by adjusting the output of
the sinewave generator to 0.707 Vrms and measuring the voltage
between LOOP+ and TEST. The reading should be between 1.18 Vdc
and 1.22 Vdc. If it is not, repeat Steps 7 through 10 of this procedure.
12. Turn off the sinewave generator.
13. Unplug the power cable from both the monitor and 4 to 20 mA
power sources.
14. Disconnect the power cable from the power supply terminal strip.
15. Disconnect the resistors, jumper wires and sinewave generator
from the transducer terminal strip.
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4.3 Troubleshooting
Use Table 4.2 to help solve problems encountered while using the 1900/27
Vibration Monitor. If the solutions suggested in this table do not solve your
problem, contact your nearest Bently Nevada Product Service Representative.
Table 4.2: Troubleshooting

Problem
Possible Solution
Monitor will not power up

or there is a power supply
error code, E1, on the
LCD
Verify that input power source is properly connected to

the monitor.
Verify that any circuit breakers on the power source are

not tripped and that the proper voltage exists on the
power input terminals of the monitor.
The monitor has power,

but the OK light will not
come on.
Check the transducer cable and connectors for opens

and shorts.
Replace the transducer with a known good transducer.
The LCD is not reading the

proper value
Verify that the Display Mode switch is in the proper

position.
Check that the LCD has its zero value properly

calibrated. (See Section 4.2.1).
Verify that the transducer is working properly by either

replacing it with a known good transducer or by testing
the existing transducer for proper operation on a shake
table.
Check that the instrument you use to verify the

monitor's reading uses the same analog peak to peak
divided by 2 measurement that the 1900/27 uses (see
Appendix G) .
Or
The signal path error, E2
is displayed on the LCD
after running a self test on
the monitor.
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Problem
Possible Solution
The LCD is blank, except

for the leftmost digit
isdisplaying a 1.
The input to the LCD circuit is above full scale. Check

the input vibration with a portable vibration analyzer, or
the buffered transducer output to verify that the
vibration is higher than 1.999 in/s.
The relays do not appear to

activate when the vibration
exceeds the setpoint
Verify that the setpoints are set properly.
Or
If the Alert relay is the problem, then verify that the

drive condition for the relay is properly set on the
Configration DIP switch.
Test the relay. Before testing either relay disconnect it

from any machinery that would be affected by the relay
changing state. To test the relay, lower the setpoint
below the current vibration level and verify that the
relay goes into its alarm state.
Verify that the cable between the monitor's relay

terminals and the device the relay is connected to is
correct. If the relay is being used to drive an external
relay or device, such as a motor control relay or a
buzzer, then verify that the external relay or device is
working properly.
Check the 4 to 20 mA interface cable for opens and

shorts between the 1900/27 monitor and the plant
computer.
Check that the plant computer power supply and loop

resistance meet the specifications listed in Appendix A,
Section 1.9.
Check calibration of the 4 to 20 mA interface according

to the procedures in Section 4.2.2 of this manual.
Verify that the bypass mode jumper (W4) is in and that

the monitor is bypassed. If these two conditions exist
then the monitor is operating correctly. When the W4
jumper is installed the 4 to 20 mA output will indicate a
NOT OK when the monitor is bypassed.
The annunciator or
machine that the relay is
connected to is not
affected by an alarm
condition at the monitor.
The 4 to 20 mA interface
sends an inaccurate signal
or no signal.
The 4 to 20 mA interface
indicates a NOT OK
(output is 1 to 3 mA) but
the monitors OK LED is
on.
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Make sure that the monitor is not in Bypass (BYPASS

LED is off) and that the OK LED is illuminated.
Problem
E3 error is displayed on
LCD (NOT OK Condition
detected).
Possible Solution
Verify that connectors are firmly seated and

free of corrosion
Verify transducer is properly wired
Verify no shorts exist between wires at connector

Verify that the transducer power supply is working
properly by measuring the voltage between
transducer PWR(RED)and COM(BLK). Acceptable
range is 4.9 to 5.2 Vdc
Verify that the transducer cable is working
properly by replacing it with a known good cable
Verify that the transducer is working properly by
either replacing it with a known good transducer or
by testing the existing transducer for proper
operation on a shake table.
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5. Appendix A - Performance
Specifications
5.1 1900/27 Monitor Specification
Note: Operation outside the specified limits will result in false readings or loss of
machine monitoring.
5.1.1 Mechanical Specifications

Dimensions (see Figure A-1):
Length:
5.20 in
(132 mm)
Width:
5.20 in
(132 mm)
Depth:
2.80 in
(71.1 mm)
Weight:
0.85 lb
(400 g)
5.1.2 Environmental Specifications

Temperature Range:
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Operating:
-20C to +70C (-4F to 176F)
Storage:
-30C to +90C (-22F to 194F)
Maximum Relative Humidity:
95% noncondensing
Section 5 - Appendix A - Performance Specifications
Figure A-1: 1900/27 Mechanical Dimensions.
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5.1.3 Monitor Power Specifications

AC/HDC Version
AC Voltage:
85 Vacrms to 264 Vacrms
DC Voltage:
110 Vdc to 370 Vdc
Current:
less than 0.12 Arms Max
Frequency:
DC or 47 Hz to 440 Hz
Low DC Version
Voltage:
18 Vdc to 36 Vdc
Current:
less than 0.3 A Max
5.1.4 Relay Specifications

Relay Contact Ratings (noninductive load):
Maximum Switched Power:
180 W, 1800 VA
Maximum DC Voltage & Current:
28 Vdc at 6 A
Maximum AC Voltage & Current:
300 Vac at 6 A
Relay Dielectric Strength (at sea level):

Contact to Contact:
750 Vrms
Contact to Coil:
1500 Vrms
Relay Life Expectancy:

Mechanical:
100,000,000 operations
Electrical:
180,000 operations at 6 A, 120 Vac
Insulation Resistance:
100,000,000 Q minimum at 20oC,

500 Vdc, 50% relative humidity
5.1.5 Signal Conditioning

Fullscale Range:
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2 in/spk (50.8 mm/spk) Note: Full scale is limited by

maximum input above 614 Hz. The Maximum input is
2 volts peak, or 20 g peak. 20 g peak at 614 Hz is
equivilant to 2 in/second peak. For frequencies above
614 Hz, the maximum full scale range is equal to
(1228/frequency) in/s.
Section 5 - Appendix A - Performance Specifications

Frequency Response:
High Pass Corner:
3 dB corner at 8 Hz. Less than 1% error due to high

pass corner for frequency above 30 Hz.
Low Pass Corner:
Greater than 4 kHz. Less than 1% error due to low

pass corner for frequency below 4 kHz.
5.1.6 Accuracy
Percent of full scale range.
Liquid Crystal Display
3% for 30 Hz to 4 kHz
-30%, +3% for 8 to 30 Hz.
Buffered output
3% for 30 Hz to 4 kHz.
-30%, +3% for 8 to 30 Hz.
4 to 20 mA Interface
3% for 30 Hz to 1 kHz.
-30%, +3% for 8 to 30 Hz.
5.1.7 LED Indicators

OK:
One constant ON green LED indicates OK condition of monitor,

transducer, and field wiring. Constant OFF indicates NOT OK
condition. OK LED flashing at 2 Hz indicates monitor has been NOT
OK, but is now OK.
Alert:
One yellow LED indicates an Alert condition. Flashing at 2 Hz

indicates an Alert condition has occurred and then gone away (only
occurs if the Alert relay is configured as nonlatching).
Danger:
One of the two red LEDs indicates a Danger condition. Flashing at 2

Hz indicates a Danger condition has occurred and then gone away
(only occurs if the Danger relay is configured as nonlatching).
Bypass:
The other red LED indicates the monitor is in BYPASS mode.
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5.1.8 Monitor Controls

Display Mode Switch:
Three positions: Normal, Alert Setpoint, and Danger

Setpoint. Controls what is shown on LCD display.
Relay Mode Switch:
Two positions, Normal and BYPASS, control whether

the monitor is in normal or Bypass mode.
Reset Button:
Push to reset latched relays and flashing LEDs.
Configuration Switch:
Used to set Alert and Danger Relay Time Delay, Alert

relay drive conditions, English or metric display units,
and to initiate a monitor self test.
5.1.9 4 to 20 mA Interface Specifications

Fullscale Range:
2 in/spk (50.8 mm/spk)
Overrange:
2.5 in/spk (63.5 mm/spk)
Frequency Response:
10 Hz to 1 kHz
NOT OK Signalling:
Output clamped to less than 3 mA during monitor

NOT OK
Input Voltage Range:
12 VDC minimum
36 VDC maximum
Galvanic isolation:
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Optical, 1000 Vac, 707 Vdc.
Section 6 - Appendix B - Peak Detection Methods
6. Appendix B - Peak Detection Methods

Understanding the methods for peak to peak amplitude detection of a vibration
signal can help you understand why the 1900/27 Vibration Monitor is more
accurate than some other monitors and why the readings of the 1900/27 and the
Trendmaster 2000 can differ slightly under certain circumstances. This appendix
summarizes the typical methods of detecting peak to peak amplitude and then
compares the relative value of each one.
6.1 Peak Detector Theory

Three methods of peak detection are commonly used in vibration measurment
instruments - the simple peak method, the peak-to-peak divided by 2 method,
and RMS converted to peak method. The most accurate method for detecting the
peak-to-peak amplitude of vibration signals is the peak-to-peak divided by 2
method.
A simple peak detector circuit will find the maximum positive peak of a waveform.
Over some period of time, usually about one second, the peak value held by the
circuit decays so the circuit can obtain the next peak value. A peak detection
scheme using only a positive peak detector is less accurate because it assumes
that the vibration signal has equal positive and negative peaks. When measuring
an input vibration signal with a small positive peak and a large negative peak, for
example, this detector erroneously indicates a low vibration amplitude. Since
complex machine vibration signals are rarely symmetrical, a detector that
measures both positive and negative peaks is more accurate.
Peak-to-peak divided by 2 detection is a better method and is used by Bently
Nevada monitors for velocity or acceleration signals. This method finds both the
positive and negative peaks of the input signal and adds them together to get a
peak-to-peak value. Since peak value is the standard for vibration data displayed
in velocity units, the monitor divides the peak-to-peak value by two, resulting in
the peak value of the signal. The peak values held by this circuit also decay so the
circuit can detect future peaks. The peak-to-peak divided by two method ensures
that all the vibration signal from a machine, both positive and negative, is
measured and the result accurately reflects the overall vibration of the machine.
Another peak detection method is RMS converted to peak, which uses a true RMS
detection circuit to find the RMS value of the input signal, then applies a
conversion factor to find the peak value. Although some applications may call for
RMS measurements, this method is poor for determining true peak values because
the relation between RMS and peak values depends on the shape of the signal.
Typically, instruments convert RMS to peak by dividing by V2, which is only
accurate for a pure, symmetrical sinusoid. Since complex machine vibration
signals are rarely pure or symmetrical sine waves, the peak value obtained from
this method is usually in error.
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7. Appendix C - 1900/27 Monitor

Configuration Form
The following page contains a form that can be used to record internal jumper
settings, configuration switch settings, and setpoints for the 1900/27 monitor.
The configuration form may be copied.
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Section 7 - Appendix C - 1900/27 Monitor Configuration Form
1900/27 Vibration Monitor Configuration Form Monitor

Configuration:
Point
Plant Name
Location
Unit Name
Machine Name
Machine Type
:
:
:
:
___________________________________________
___________________________________________
___________________________________________
___________________________________________
Transducer
Orientation
Orientation: Radial | Axial

Angle: ________________
Zero Degree Reference: ____________________________
Setpoint
Levels
Alert Setpoint
: ___________ in/s | mm/s
Danger Setpoint : ___________ in/s | mm/s
Jumper
Settings
W4 - Trendmaster 2000 Bypass Mode

W5 - Danger Relay Normally Energized/ De-energized Mode
W6 - Alert Relay Normally Energized/ De-energized Mode
W7 - Danger Relay Latching/Nonlatching Mode
W8 - Alert Relay Latching/Nonlatching Mode
Configuration
Switch
Settings
Relay Time Delay :

3 s | 5 s | 10 s | 15 s
Alert Relay Drive :
Alert | Alert OR NOT OK | NOT OK | Danger
Velocity Units (peak) :
English - in/s | Metric - mm/s
: IN | OUT
: IN | OUT
: IN | OUT
: IN | OUT
: IN | OUT
(This page may be copied)
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8. Appendix D - Accessories and Spare

Parts
8.1 Installation Hardware
The following items listed below can be used as part of the installation of the
1900/27 Vibration Monitor.
Weatherproof Enclosure
A weatherproof enclosure protects the 1900/27 Vibration Monitor from wet and
corrosive environments. Two enclosures are listed below. When properly installed,
these weatherproof enclosures will meet Type 4X specifications.
Constructed of thermoplastic polyester resin (PBT), the 190100-01 weatherproof
enclosure has a clear polycarbonate cover to allow viewing of the LCD display and
status LEDs.
When properly installed, the 03636315 RFI Resistant Enclosure protects the
1900/27 monitor from strong radio signals generated from hand-held
transmitters. It consists of a stainless steel body and a door with a metal screened
window. Along with the 190520 Accelerometer and properly grounded conduit,
this housing can significantly reduce the possibility of nuisance alarms caused by
radio induced signals.
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190100-01
Weatherproof enclosure for one 1900/27 Vibration Monitor.
03636315
Weatherproof RFI shielded enclosure for one 1900/27

Vibration Monitor.
104795-01
Back panel for 03636315 housing.
04344054
Screws for 03636315 housing back panel.
Section 8 - Appendix D - Accessories and Spare Parts

Fittings
03813103
3/4 inch NPT chrome plated zinc hub fitting.
03813106
1-1/4 inch NPT chrome plated zinc hub fitting.
26650-01
3/4 inch to 1/2 inch NPT reducer.
26650-03
1-1/4 inch to 1 inch NPT reducer.
03839240
1/4 inch NPT cable seal; 0.200 to 0.265 inch diameter (5.0 to
6.7 mm) for use in sealing transducer cable entry to
weatherproof enclosure. One required per each cable entry
to housing.
03870190
fitting for connecting 1/2 inch NPS female liquidtight conduit

to 1/2-14 NPS transducer cap option.
Cable Armor and Fittings

Cable armor can be used to make the transition from the transducer to Sealtite
flexible conduit or rigid conduit.
Armor
3/8 inch Teflon coated stainless steel armor
106924 AXX
Option Decription
A:
Armor length option in feet

Order in increments of 10 feet (3.0 metres).
Minimum length:
3.0 metres (10 feet)
Maximum length:
27 metres (90 feet)
Armor Fittings
03840496
Armor to 1/2 inch NPS female conduit fitting for connection

to 1/2 inch NPS transducer cap option.
03840495
Armor to 3/4 inch conduit fitting
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8.2 Spare Parts

An on-site supply of spare parts allows for immediate and efficient maintenance
or expansion of your 1900/27 Vibration Monitor System. Bently Nevada
recommends that the following components be available as spare parts.
Cable connector plugs
A 7 position connection plug is required for connecting the transducer and 4 to 20
mA system cables to the 1900/27 Vibration Monitor.
00500133
7 position 5.08 mm spacing connector plug
Jumpers
The internal jumpers are used to set relay options such as latching or nonlatching
relays and normally energized or de-energized relays.
00500143
single 2 pin jumper
Manual
Spare manuals may be useful to allow other engineers or technicians, involved in
the installation, operation, or maintenance of the 1900/27 Vibration Monitor, to
have their own copy.
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Section 9 - Appendix E - Hazardous Area Approvals
9. Appendix E - Hazardous Area

Approvals
Canadian Standards Association Approvals
The 1900/27 vibration monitor is CSA NRTL/C approved for Class 1, Division 2,
Groups A,B,C,D hazardous areas when installed per drawing 105352.
The table below lists the approval drawings in the order they appear.
APPLICATION NOTE
When the accelerometer is used with barriers in an
intrinsically safe installation, the transducer common
is connected to the barrier's earth ground. Since the
transducer common is also connected to the power
input common inside the 1900/27, care must be
taken to avoid a ground loop which could arise from
connecting the power input common to earth
ground. Note that the approval drawings for the
89129 and 190520 Accelerometers require that the
total earth ground loop impedance at the barrier be
less than one ohm.
DRAWING TITLE
1900/27 Installation
Approval Drawing
CSA Intrinsically Safe
Approval Drawing
DRAWING NUMBER
NUMBER OF SHEETS
124919
107585
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Bently Nevada Asset Condition Monitoring

1900/27 Vibration Monitor

Part Number 190127-01

1900/27 Vibration Monitor Operation and Maintenance Manual

Copyright 1994. Bently Nevada LLC.

1631 Bently Parkway South

1900/27 Vibration Monitor Operation and Maintenance Manual

200150, 200155, and 200157 Accelerometers Information and Installation

3. Monitor Operation ....................................................................................... 22

1900/27 Vibration Monitor Operation and Maintenance Manual

4. Maintenance & Troubleshooting ...............................................................29

5. Appendix A - Performance Specifications................................................38

6. Appendix B - Peak Detection Methods .....................................................43

Peak Detector Theory.....................................................................................................................43

7. Appendix C - 1900/27 Monitor Configuration Form ...............................44

Installation Hardware ....................................................................................................................46

9. Appendix E - Hazardous Area Approvals .................................................49

Section 1 - 1900/27 Vibration Monitor Description

1. 1900/27 Vibration Monitor Description

1900/27 Vibration Monitor Operation and Maintenance Manual

Section 1 - 1900/27 Vibration Monitor Description

1900/27 Vibration Monitor Operation and Maintenance Manual

1.2 Monitor Connections, Indicators, & Controls

Figure 1-1: Location of monitor connections

Section 1 - 1900/27 Vibration Monitor Description

Figure 1-3: Location of monitor switches and reset button

1900/27 Vibration Monitor Operation and Maintenance Manual

2.1 Receiving Inspection

2.2 Jumper Settings

2.2.1 Setting Relays for Latching or Non-Latching Behavior

TABLE 2.1: Latching/Non-latching Jumper

* Factory default setting

2.2.2 Setting Relays for Normally Energized or Normally De-energized

TABLE 2.2: Normally Energized and

* Factory default setting

1900/27 Vibration Monitor Operation and Maintenance Manual

2.2.3 Setting 4 to 20 mA Interface Behavior During 1900/27 Monitor

TABLE 2.3: Bypass Mode Jumper Settings

Response of the 4 to 20 mA interface when

* Factory default setting

To determine realistic setpoint values for a machine, we recommend that you

2.2.4 Internal Jumper Location

Figure 2-1: Location of internal jumpers.

2.3 Monitor Enclosure

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2.4 Configuration Switch Settings

2.4.1 Relay Time Delay

TABLE 2.4: Relay Time Delay Settings

2.4.2 Alert Relay Alarm Conditions

Table 2.5: Alert Relay Alarm

2.4.3 Configuring the Display for English or Metric Units

Table 2.6: English/Metric

2.4.4 Initiating Self Test

The relays are placed in their non-alarm states.

Table 2.7: Self Test Error Codes

A fault exists in the vibration signal path, the alert or

The transducer, transducer cable, or transducer power

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