Instructions

Step 1:  Familiarize with terms, techniques, and, procedures.

*Follow all safety rules and procedures*

Click here for Introduction Alignment

 

Step 2:  Learn about the machine you are aligning.
              a. Visually check coupling, pipe hangers, base bolts, coupling spacing etc.
              b.  Check for coupling & shaft run out

Step 3:  Know the characteristics of your tool.
Perform a Sag Check

Click here for Sag Check instructions

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Step 4:  Prepare the machine.
                      a. Remove all existing shims from under the feet
                  -if old shims are to be used, clean them thoroughly.
                  -always use the minimum amount of shims.

              b. Clean the base thoroughly. 
                  -scrape and file away all rust, nicks, and burrs
              c. Examine the base bolts and holes.
                  -re-tap if necessary
                  -replace bolts if necessary

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Step 5:  Installation of alignment brackets
              a. Clean mounting surface, file off nicks and burrs.
              b. Check indicators for sticking and loose needle.
              c. Aim the indicator stem directly toward the center line of the shaft.

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Step 6:  Measurement
              a. Measure the distance between the two indicators.
              b. Measure the distance between the indicator and front feet.
              c. Measure the distance between front and back feet.

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Step 7:  Layout graph paper  
              a. Mark indicator position
              b. Mark feet position.
                  - Remember to mark + and -  signs (this eliminates confusion)

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Example: graph layout