SKF TMEA 1P/2.

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SKF TMEA 1PEx

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 5
EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 6
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TMEA 1P/2.5 7
SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TMEA 1PEx 8
1. INTRODUCTION 9
1.1 Principle of operation 9
1.2 Machine configuration 10
1.3 Measuring positions 10
2. SHAFT ALIGNMENT TOOL 11
2.1 Technical data 15
3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 17
3.1 Customising of the system 17
3.1.1 Metric or imperial sizes 17
3.1.2 Date and time 17
3.2 Feet on the ground 18
3.3 Attachment of measuring units 18
3.4 Switch on 19
3.5 Machine dimensions 19
3.6 Aiming the laser beams 20
3.7 Measuring sequence 22
3.8 Alignment results 24
3.8.1 Measured vertical misalignment 24
3.8.2 Vertical alignment 25
3.8.3 Measured horizontal misalignment 25
3.8.4 Horizontal alignment 27
3.9 Verify alignment 28
3.10 Storing and/or printing of the measurement 28
3.10.1 Storing of the measurement data 28
3.10.2 Printing the measurement data 29
3.10.3 Charging the printer battery 30
4. ALIGNMENT REPORT 32
4.1 Alignment report form 32
4.2 Alignment report print out 34
5. ADVANCED USE 36
5.1 Soft foot 36
5.2 Limited rotation 37
5.3 Troubleshooting 38
5.3.1 The system does not switch on 38
5.3.2 No laser beams 38
5.3.3 No measurement values 38
5.3.4 Fluctuating measurement values 38
5.3.5 Incorrect measuring results 39
5.3.6 Measurement results cannot be repeated 39
5.3.7 Printer or print out problems 39
6. MAINTENANCE 40
6.1 Handle with care 40
6.2 Cleanliness 40
6.3 Batteries of the display unit 40
6.4 Replacement of measuring units or display unit 40
6.5 Replacement of the printer paper roll 41
6.6 Spare parts and accessories 41

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EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We, SKF Maintenance Products,

Kelvinbaan 16, 3439 MT NIEUWEGEIN, The Netherlands,
declare that

SHAFT ALIGNMENT TOOLS

TMEA 1P/2.5
have been designed and manufactured in accordance with:
EMC DIRECTIVE 89/336/EEC as outlined in harmonised norm for
Emission EN 50081-1, EN 55011 (B)
Immunity EN 50082-2, EN 61000-4-2, -3, level 3.

The laser is classified in accordance to the

Swedish Standard SS-EN-60825-1-1994
British Standard BS 4803 Parts 1 to 3
Deutsche Industrie Norm DIN SEC 76 (CO) 6
USA FDA Standard 21 CFR, Ch 1, Part 1040.10 and 1040.11
and is provided with the European CE approval.

The Netherlands, August 200

Ebbe Malmstedt
Manager Product Development and Quality

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 EU-DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

We, SKF Maintenance Products,

Kelvinbaan 16, 3439 MT NIEUWEGEIN, The Netherlands,
declare that

SHAFT ALIGNMENT TOOL

TMEA 1PEx
has been designed and manufactured in accordance with:
EMC DIRECTIVE 89/336/EEC as outlined in harmonised norm for
Emission EN 50081-1, EN 55011 (B)
Immunity EN 50082-2, EN 61000-4-2, -3, level 3

TMEA 1PEx complies with the harmonized European Standards:

Directive 94/9EC, ISO9001:2000
Pr EN 13980: 2002 E
CENELEC EN 50014: 1997 +A1, A2: 1999
CENELEC EN 50020: 2002
Ex Classification: EEx ib IIC T4, Atex-code: II 2 G
Ex Certificate Number: NEMKO No. 03ATEX101X

The laser is classified in accordance to the

Swedish Standard SS-EN-60825-1-1994
British Standard BS 4803 Parts 1 to 3
Deutsche Industrie Norm DIN SEC 76 (CO) 6
USA FDA Standard 21 CFR, Ch 1, Part 1040.10 and 1040.11
and is provided with the European CE approval.

The Netherlands, August 2003

Ebbe Malmstedt
Manager Product Development and Quality

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SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TMEA 1P/2.5

• Always turn off the power of the drive machine before you
start working.
• Do not expose the equipment to rough handling or heavy
impacts.
• Always read and follow the operating instructions.
• The tool uses two laser diodes with an output power below
1 mW. Still, never stare directly into the laser transmitter.
• Calibrate the equipment regularly.
• Never aim the laser beam into someone’s eyes.
• Opening the housing of the measuring unit may result in
hazardous light exposure and voids warranty.
• The equipment should not be used in areas where there is a
risk for explosion.
• Do not expose the equipment to high humidity or direct
contact with water.
• All repair work should be taken care of by an SKF repair shop.

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 SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS FOR TMEA 1PEx

• Always turn off the power of the drive machine before you
start working.
• Do not expose the equipment to rough handling or heavy
impacts.
• Always read and follow the operating instructions.
• The tool uses two laser diodes with an output power below
1 mW. Still, never stare directly into the laser transmitter.
• Calibrate the equipment regularly.
• Never aim the laser beam into someone’s eyes.
• Opening the housing of the measuring unit will invalidate the
Ex rating, voids warranty and may result in hazardous light
exposure.
• Opening the display unit will invalidate the Ex rating and voids
warranty.
• Do not expose the equipment to high humidity or direct
contact with water.
• Use the equipment only in the intrinsic safety zone for which it
has been certified, EEx ib IIC T4 - II 2G
• Never bring the printer into the intrinsic safety zone.
• Never remove or replace the batteries of the display unit in
the intrinsic safety zone.
• Never bring the carrying case into the intrinsic safety zone.
• Only use the type of battery specified as per chapter 2.1
Technical Data for TMEA 1PEx.
• All repair work should be taken care of by an SKF repair shop.

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1. INTRODUCTION

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Perfect alignment of machinery shafts is crucial to prevent premature
bearing failure, shaft fatigue, sealing problems and vibrations. It further
reduces the risk of over-heating and excessive energy consumption.
The SKF Shaft Alignment Tools offer an easy and accurate way of
adjusting two units of rotating machinery so that the shafts of the units
are in a straight line.
The SKF Shaft Alignment Tool is under the designation TMEA 1P/2.5
and is available with a printer port and optional printer TMEA P1 for
easy documentation of the alignment.
Additionally there is an Intrinsically Safe version of the TMEA 1P.
Its designation is TMEA 1Pex, and it is classified EEx ib IIC T4 – II 2 G.
The Intrinsically Safe version includes the printer.

1.1 Principle of operation

The TMEA 1P systems use two measuring units both provided with a
laser diode and a positioning detector. As the shafts are rotated
through 180° any parallel misalignment or angular misalignment causes
the two beams to deflect from their initial relative position.
The measurements from the two positioning detectors automatically
enter the logic circuitry inside the display unit, which calculates the
misalignment of the shafts and advises on corrective alignments of the
machine feet.

Fig. 1. Parallel misalignment Fig. 2. Angular misalignment

After a straightforward measuring procedure, the tool immediately

displays the misalignment of the shafts and the necessary corrective
adjustments of the feet of the machine. Since the calculations are done
in real time the progress of the alignment can be followed live.

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1.2 Machine configuration
During the alignment procedure we will refer to the part of the
machinery which will be adjusted as the “Movable machine”. The other
part we will refer to as the “Stationary machine”.

Fig. 3. Stationary and Movable machine

1.3 Measuring positions

To define the various measuring positions during the alignment
procedure we use the analogy of a clock as viewed from behind the
Movable machine. The position with the measuring units in an upright
position is defined as 12 o’clock while 90° left or right is defined as
9 and 3 o’clock.

Fig. 4. The analogy of a clock

A Stationary M2
B Movable M1
C Movable machine

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2. SHAFT ALIGNMENT TOOL

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The following components are included with the TMEA 1P tools:
• Display unit
• 2 measuring units with spirit levels
• 2 mechanical shaft fixtures
• 2 locking chains
• 2 extension chains
• 5 sets of shims
• Measuring tape
• Instructions for use
• Set of alignment reports (TMEA 1P/2.5 only)
• Carrying case

Additional components included with the TMEA 1PEx:

• Printer
• Charger
• Connection cable
• Spare paper roll

Fig. 5. Tool components

A Measuring unit (M) E Measuring tape
B Sets of shims F Display unit
C Measuring unit (S) G Printer
D Locking chain

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Details of the display unit and the mechanical fixture with measuring
unit can be seen on figures 6 and 7.

Fig. 6. Display unit

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A Connector for Printer Q Position (9/12/3 o’clock) of

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B Connector for measuring unit on measuring units
Stationary machine R Imperial or metric dimensions
C Connector for measuring unit on S Indication of parallel misalignment
Movable machine direction
D ON/OFF button T Measured values/
E Increase or Select button Date: month and day,
F Next button Time: hour and minute
G Ex marking (TMEA 1PEx only) U Machine dimensions/
H Decrease or Select button Measured values/
K Print button Date: year
L Previous button V Indication of angular misalignment
M Explanatory LCD display direction
N Measuring units W Dimensions
P Movable machine X Battery low symbol

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Fig. 7. Mechanical fixture with measuring unit
A Spirit level H Connection rod
B Target indicator covering the K Wheel for vertical fine tuning of
positioning detector laser beam (TMEA 1PEx only)
C Spirit level L Warning LED
D Cable strap M Release / tightening knob
E Chain fixation screw N Vertical positioning of measuring
F Chain fixture unit (TMEA 1P/2.5 backside)
G Locking chain

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2.1 Technical data

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Denotation 1 mil = 1 thousandths of an inch
Measuring units
Housing material
TMEA 1P/2.5 ABS plastic
TMEA 1PEx ABS Faradex XA 311
Type of laser Diode laser
Laser wave length 670 - 675 nm
Laser class 2
Maximum laser power 1 mW
Maximum distance between
measuring units
TMEA 1P/2.5 2.5 m (8 ft)
TMEA 1PEx 1 m (3 ft)
Type of detectors Single-axis PSD, 10 x 10 mm
(0.4 x 0.4 in)
Cable length
TMEA 1P/2.5 3 m (10 ft)
TMEA 1PEx 1.8 m (6 ft)
Dimensions 118 x 101 x 30 mm (4.6 x 4.0 x 1.2 in)
Weight
TMEA 1P/2.5 315 g (11 oz)
TMEA 1PEx 200 g (7 oz)
Display unit
Housing material
TMEA 1P/2.5 ABS plastic
TMEA 1PEx ABS Faradex XA 311
Display type LCD 55 x 77 mm (2.1 x 3.0 in)
Battery type
TMEA 1P/2.5 3 x 1.5V LR14 Alkaline
TMEA 1PEx only use the following batteries:
• Duracell MN1400, LR14
• Duracell Procell MN1400, LR14
• Energizer I Industrial No EN 93,
NEDA 14AC
• GP Super Alkaline 14A
Operating time 24 hours continuous operating
Displayed resolution 0.01 mm (0.1 mil with “inch” setting)
Dimensions 160 x 140 x 51 mm (6.3 x 5.5 x 2.0 in)
Weight 0.5 kg (1.1 lb)
Shims
Size 50 x 50 mm (2.0 x 2.0 in)
Thickness 0.05 - 0.10 - 0.25 - 0.50 - 1.00 mm
Slot width 13 mm

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Technical data

Printer unit (TMEA 1PEx system)

Printing system Thermal dot matrix
Paper feed Friction
DIP switches position 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 OFF = 0, ON = 1
01001100
Power rechargeable battery - 12 V max.
Operation time 60 minutes continuous operation with
fully charged battery
Adapter for charging the battery
Continental European adapter DC 12 V to 15 V - 400 mA (min.)
North American adapter DC 12V - 500 mA
UK, Australian adapter DC 12 V - 1.25 A with detachable
primary plugs for UK and Australia
Length of connection cable 1.5 m
Paper type Standard thermal printer roll,
20 m x 112 mm, diameter 41.5 mm
(65 ft x 4.4 in, diameter 1.6 in)
Operating temperature 5 - 35 °C (41 - 95 °F)
Operating humidity 20 - 70%
Dimensions 165 x 135 x 50 mm (6.5 x 5.3 x 2.0 in)
Weight 670 gr with 20 m paper roll
(1.5 lb with a 65 feet paper roll)
Complete system
Shaft diameter range 30 - 500 mm (1.2 - 20 in)
Accuracy of system Better than 2%
Temperature range 0 - 40 °C (32 - 104 °F) without printer
Operating humidity < 90% without printer
Carrying case dimensions 534 x 427 x 157 mm
(21.0 x 16.8 x 6.2 in)
Total weight (incl. case)
TMEA 1P/2.5 7.9 kg (11.4 lb)
TMEA 1PEx 8.9 kg (19.6 lb)
Calibration certificate valid for two years
Warranty 12 months

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3. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

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3.1 Customising of the system

3.1.1 Metric or imperial sizes

The tool is delivered with a pre-selection for measurements in mm.
In case you want to change into inches, press the minus sign
simultaneously to switching the tool on.
To revert back to mm press the plus sign when switching on.
The last setting will always be remembered.

3.1.2 Date and time

The date and time are preset. If they need to be changed, reset as
follows. Switch OFF the display unit. Connect the two measuring units.
Press the next button together with the ON button.

Date setting:
The date setting starts with the
year, followed by the month and
the day.

Enter the year by using the + and - buttons.

Confirm the year setting.

Proceed the same way to set the month and the day.

Time setting:
The time is shown in 24 hours
mode.

The time setting will start with hours, then minutes.

Adjust the hours by using the + and - buttons.

Confirm the hour setting.

Proceed the same way to set the minutes.

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3.2 Feet on the ground
If there is any doubt whether the machine is resting equally on all feet
please check for so called “soft foot”. The procedure for this operation
is described in chapter 5.1.

3.3 Attachment of measuring units

a) Use the chain fixtures to attach the measuring units firmly to the
shafts. Make sure that the M-marked unit is attached to the
Movable machine and the S-marked unit to the Stationary machine.
For diameters larger than 150 mm an extension chain (TMEA C2) is
required.

Fig. 8. Attachment of mechanical fixture

If it is not possible to attach the fixtures directly to the shafts (e.g. in

case of space problems) the fixtures can be attached to the coupling.

Note!
It is highly recommended to position the measuring units at equal
distance from the middle of the coupling.

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Fig. 9. Cable strap Fig. 10. Connection of the
measuring units

b) Restrain the force on the cable connection by using the cable strap
(fig. 9).

c) Connect the measuring units to the display unit. Assure that the
marking on the cables corresponds to the marking of the port in the
display unit (fig. 10).

3.4 Switch on
Switch on the display unit by pressing the ON/OFF button. You will now
be prompted to enter the machine dimensions as per chapter 3.5. If no
button is pressed within 60 minutes, the unit will turn off automatically.

3.5 Machine dimensions

The configuration of the machinery is defined by three dimensions.
A: The distance between the two measuring units (as measured
between the centre marks).
B: The distance between the M-marked measuring unit and the front
pair of feet of the Movable machine.
C: The distance between the two pairs of feet of the Movable machine.

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a) Measure the A, B
and C distances.

b) Adjust each value by using

the + and - buttons.

c) Confirm the setting of each

value by pressing the “next”
button.

Fig. 11. Machine dimensions

Note!
If you need to go back and change values already entered use
the “previous” button.

3.6 Aiming the laser beams

a) Put the two measuring units in the 12 o’clock position with the help
of the spirit levels (fig. 12).

b) Close the targets in front of the positioning detectors (fig. 13).

Fig. 12. The 12 o’clock position Fig. 13. Close the targets
A Stationary M2
B Movable M1
C Movable machine

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c) Aim the laser beams so that they hit in the centre of the target of the

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opposite measuring unit (fig. 14).

Fig. 14. Hit the target

d) For coarse adjustment release the measuring unit by unlocking the

knob on the side of the unit (fig. 15). This allows the measuring unit
to slide up and down the rod at the same time as it can swivel freely.
For the fine adjustment in height use the adjustment wheels on the
measuring units.

e) Open the targets completely.

f) If the horizontal alignment is

very poor the laser beams
might travel outside the
detector areas. If this happens
a rough alignment must be
done. Do this by aiming the
laser beams at the closed
targets in the 9 o’clock
position. Turn the measuring
units to the 3 o’clock position
when the beams will hit
outside the detector areas.
Adjust the beams to the
position half-way between the
target and the actual position Fig. 15. Adjustment mechanism
by means of the adjustment A Vertical positioning of measuring
mechanism as per fig. 15. unit (TMEA 1P/2.5 backside)
Align the Movable machine B Horizontal rotation of measuring
until the beams hit the centre unit
of the target indicator. C Vertical fine adjustment of laser

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 The beam moves outside the
detector area

Adjust the beam to half the

travel

Direct the machine to hit the

centre

Fig. 16. Rough alignment

3.7 Measuring sequence

During the measuring cycle the
shafts are rotated through 180
degrees. Any relative movement
of the laser beams during this
rotation indicates some sort of
misalignment. The logic circuitry
within the tool will translate this
movement to misalignment
figures and advise on how to
correct it. A circle symbol on the Fig. 17. Display guides you to the
display will help, indicating the 9 o’clock position
required position of the measuring
units during each step (fig. 17).
As described earlier (chapter 1.3)
we use the analogy of a clock to
describe the different positions.

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a) Adjust the measuring units to

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the 9 o’clock position with the
aid of the spirit levels (fig. 18).

b) Confirm the measurement

by pressing .

c) Follow the circle symbol on

the display and rotate the
measuring units to the 3
o’clock position (fig. 19). Fig. 18. Adjust to the 9 o’clock
position
d) Confirm the measurement
by pressing .

e) Follow the circle symbol to the

12 o’clock position (fig. 20).

f) Confirm the measurement

by pressing .

Note!
By pressing the Fig. 19. Rotate to the 3 o’clock
“previous” button, you position
will reverse the process
in order to repeat any of
the measurement steps
or to adjust any of the
machine dimensions.

Fig. 20. Back to the 12 o’clock

position

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3.8 Alignment results

3.8.1 Measured vertical

misalignment
After the last measurement has
been confirmed, the misalignment
of the two machines in vertical
directions is displayed (fig. 21).

Coupling values
The left coupling values on the Fig. 21. Measured vertical
display shows the angle between misalignment
the centre lines of the two shafts Coupling values
in the vertical plane (measured in
mm/100 mm or 0.001"/1").

The right value on the display shows the parallel off-set of the two
centre lines in the vertical plane.
These two values are the coupling values in the vertical plane.
The machine misalignment should always be within the manufacturer’s
specified tolerances. In case such tolerances are missing table 1 can
be used as a rough guide-line.

Table 1. Acceptable maximum misalignment

rpm mm/100 mm 0.001"/1" mm 0.001"

0 - 1000 0.10 1.0 0.13 5.1
1000 - 2000 0.08 0.8 0.10 3.9
2000 - 3000 0.07 0.7 0.07 2.8
3000 - 4000 0.06 0.6 0.05 2.0
4000 - 6000 0.05 0.5 0.03 1.2

a) If the measured coupling values are within the tolerances, the

Movable machine does not have to be adjusted. Continue to correct
the horizontal misalignment.

Continue to chapter 3.8.3 Measured horizontal misalignment.

b) If the measured coupling values are higher than the acceptable

tolerances you need to know the recommended corrections of the
feet.

Press the + button to reach the alignment values or feet values.

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3.8.2 Vertical alignment

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The values which now appear on
the display indicate the relative
positions of the Movable machine
when viewed from the side
(fig. 22).

Feet values
The left value indicates the
relative position of the front pair
of feet of the Movable machine. Fig. 22. Vertical alignment
The right value shows the relative Feet values
position of the rear pair of feet.
A positive value means that the
feet are too high and need to be
lowered while a negative value
means the opposite (fig. 23).

a) If possible use the shims

included with the tool to
adjust the height of the
machine.

Note!
will bring back the Fig. 23. Vertical alignment
vertical misalignment
values.

b) After having carried out the

vertical alignment press the
“next” button to reach the
measured horizontal
misalignment.

3.8.3 Measured horizontal

misalignment
Before reaching the horizontal
misalignment figures you need to
move the measuring units to the Fig. 24. The 3 o’clock position
3 o’clock position (fig. 24).

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a) Confirm this position.

The Movable machine is now

viewed from above hence the
appearance of all four feet on the
display (fig. 25 and 26).

Coupling values
The left value on the display
shows the angle of the centre
lines of the two shafts in the
horizontal plane.
The right value on the display
shows the parallel off-set of the
two centre lines in the horizontal
plane. These two values are the
coupling values in the horizontal Fig. 25. Horizontal alignment
plane.

Machine misalignment should be

within the manufacturer’s
specified tolerances. In case
such tolerances are missing,
table 1 can again be used as a
general recommendation.

a) If the measured coupling

values are within the
tolerances, no sideways
adjustment is necessary. Fig. 26. Measured horizontal
However we still recommend misalignment
that you verify the alignment Coupling values
once more as per chapter 3.9.

b) If the measured coupling values are higher than the acceptable

tolerances we need the feet values.

Press the button to reach the feet values.

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3.8.4 Horizontal alignment

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The values now indicated on the
display give the relative positions
of the Movable machine when
viewed from above (fig. 27). The
left value for the front pair of feet,
the right value is for the rear pair
of feet.

Fig. 27. Horizontal alignment

Feet values

Feet values
The alignment values indicate the necessary corrective sideways
movement of the Movable machine (when viewed from behind the
Movable machine). A negative value means that the feet have to be
moved to the right. A positive value means that the feet have to be
moved to the left (fig. 28).

Fig. 28. Horizontal alignment

Note!

will bring back the horizontal coupling values.

will bring back the vertical coupling values.

The measuring units should then be repositioned to the 12 o’clock

position.

If the coupling values both in the vertical and horizontal plane are within
the acceptable tolerances the alignment procedure is finished.

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3.9 Verify alignment
To verify the alignment of the machinery, it is recommended to execute
the measuring procedure once again. To do so, go back by using the
previous button until you reach the first measuring step (9 o’clock
position) and continue as per chapter 3.7.

3.10 Storing and/or printing of the measurement

The whole chapter 3.10 applies to TMEA 1P/2.5 and TMEA 1PEx
systems only.

Warning:
The printer is not intrinsically safe and should not be brought into the
intrinsic safety zone.

In order to be able to formally document the alignment data, the

TMEA 1PEx is provided with a printer. The TMEA P1 printer is available
as optional equipment for the TMEA 1P/2.5. The alignment report can
either be printed directly (see chapter 3.10.2) or the alignment data can
first be stored and printed later on (see chapter 3.10.1).

3.10.1 Storing of the measurement data

Ensure the printer is not connected.

Storing of the coupling and feet values before alignment:

Once the measurement is completed, press the print button.

Press the print button.

Storing of the coupling and feet values after alignment:

After alignment re-measure as per chapter 3.7 to 3.8 (9, 3, 12 and then
back to the 3 o’clock position) and press the print button.

Press the print button.

‘S done’ on the display confirms

the coupling and feet values have
been stored. All data including
machinery dimensions and
results are saved until a new
measurement is done.
Measurement data will be saved
even when the display unit is
turned off.

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Note!

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In case you start a new measurement, the previously stored values will
be deleted.

3.10.2 Printing the measurement data

Step 1:
Choose the measurement data to be printed: pre-alignment or post-
alignment measurement data.

Printing of the coupling and feet values before alignment:

Once the measurement is completed go to step 2.

Printing of the coupling and feet values after alignment:

After alignment, re-measure as per chapter 3.7 to 3.8 (9, 3, 12 and
then back to the 3 o’clock position) and go to step 2.

Note!
To document both pre and post-alignment measurement data:
Measure, (9, 3, 12 and then back to the 3 o’clock position) and print
the pre-alignment measurement data. Then align, re-measure and print
the post-alignment measurement data.

Step 2: Printing
Disconnect the cable from the
Stationary machine measuring
unit (marked S). Connect the
cable of the printer to the S/P
port of the display unit (fig. 29)
and to the back of the printer
(fig. 30). Switch on the printer
with the switch at the back of the
printer.

The printer performs internal

tests and initializations and when
the red indicator lights up, the
printer is ready for use. Fig. 29. Connection of the printer

Press the print button on the display unit

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The display first shows ‘S donE’,
then ‘P’ upon which printing
commences.

When the measurement data has

been transferred to the printer
memory, ‘P donE’ will be
displayed. To keep record of your
alignment report, make a copy of
the thermal print out on normal
paper.

Note! Paper feed

To advance the paper, press and
hold the front button of the printer.

3.10.3 Charging the printer

battery
The printer is powered by a
rechargeable battery.
Recharge the battery either if the
printer does not turn on and its
indicator is not illuminating, or
when the print out quality
becomes faint. TMEA 1PEx is
provided with an adapter to
recharge the printer battery.

Fig. 30. Printer

A Cable connection
B Adapter connection
C ON/OFF switch
D Red indicator
E Front button

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For use in the United Kingdom and in Australia, use the optional

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adapter TMEA P1-10 UK, Australian mains adapter. Connect the
adapter to the printer (see fig. 30). The indicator is now flashing slowly
with short gaps: the battery is being charged. When the red indicator is
permanently lighted, the battery is fully charged.

Note!
The printer can also be charged when turned OFF. In this case the red
indicator does not light.

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4. ALIGNMENT REPORT

The chapter 4.1 applies to TMEA 1P/2.5 only.

4.1 Alignment report form

In order to facilitate recording of the alignment operation, the TMEA 1P/2.5
is provided with a set of alignment reports.
The report contains the following data fields:
a) Name of the equipment
b) Name of the operator
c) Date
d) Name and/or reference of Stationary machine
e) Name and/or reference of Movable machine
f) Maximum rotational speed
g) Maximum acceptable angle between centre lines of the shafts
h) Maximum acceptable off-set of centre lines
i) Selection of metric or imperial dimensions
j) Machine configuration; distances A, B and C
k) Soft foot correction done
l) Vertical alignment: resulting angular error
m) Vertical alignment: resulting parallel offset
n) Horizontal alignment: resulting angular error
o) Horizontal alignment: resulting parallel offset
p) Vertical alignment: resulting height position of the front feet
q) Vertical alignment: resulting height position of the rear feet
r) Height of shims to be added or removed under front feet
(excluding soft foot correction)
s) Height of shims to be added or removed under rear feet
(excluding soft foot correction)
t) Horizontal alignment: resulting sideways position of the front feet
u) Horizontal alignment: resulting sideways position of rear feet
v) Remaining vertical angle
w) Remaining vertical off-set
x) Remaining horizontal angle
y) Remaining horizontal off-set
z) Space for own notes

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The chapter 4.2 applies to TMEA 1PEx and TMEA 1P/2.5 with the
optional printer TMEA P1.

4.2 Alignment report print out

The print out contains the following data fields:
a) Name of the equipment
b) Maximum rotational speed
c) Name of the operator
d) Date and time of the saved measurement data
e) Selected dimension unit: metric or imperial
f) Machines configuration distances A, B and C (mm or in)
g) Vertical alignment
h) Vertical alignment resulting angular error
(mm / 100 mm or mil / in)
i) Vertical alignment resulting parallel offset (mm or mil)
j) Vertical alignment resulting height position of the front
feet
k) Vertical alignment resulting height position of the rear
feet
l) Horizontal alignment
m) Horizontal alignment resulting angular error
(mm / 100 mm or mil / in)
n) Horizontal alignment resulting parallel offset (mm or mil)
o) Horizontal alignment resulting sideways position of the
front feet
p) Horizontal alignment resulting sideways position of the
rear feet
q) Notes

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5. ADVANCED USE

5.1 Soft foot

Before starting the alignment it is
recommended to check the
Movable machine for soft foot.
“Soft foot” is the expression used
when a machine is not resting
equally on all feet.

To find and correct the soft foot

do as follows:

1. Tighten all bolts.

2. Execute all preparation steps

as per chapter 3.1 to 3.6.
Fig. 31. Soft foot
3. Position the measuring units A Soft foot
in the 12 o’clock position.

4. Press to zero the display values.

5. Press and to skip the 9 and 3 o’clock measuring steps

and reach the 12 o’clock measuring position.

6. Press and to reach the feet values.

7. Loosen one of the bolts and monitor the change of the displayed
values.
• If the deviation is less than 0.05 mm (2 mils), the foot has a good
support. Tighten the bolt and go to the next foot.
• If the deviation is larger than 0.05 mm (2 mils), the foot or its
diagonally opposed foot is a soft foot. Tighten the bolt and
check the diagonally opposed foot. If the deviation is larger than
the previously tightened foot, then this is the soft foot.
If not, tighten the bolt and go back to the previous diagonally
opposed foot. It is normally worthwhile to try to improve the
support of the soft foot by adding shims. Add the amount of
shims corresponding to the larger deviation measured.

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8. Tighten and loosen the bolt once again to check that the deviation

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does not exceed 0.05 mm (2 mils).

9. Repeat steps 7 to 9 for the remaining feet.

The soft foot is now checked and corrected. The alignment
operation can now continue with the measuring sequence as per
chapter 3.7.

5.2 Limited rotation

In some applications, limited space around the shaft coupling forbids
the rotation of the measuring units to the 9 or 3 o’clock position.
However there is still a possibility to perform the alignment as long as
the measuring units can rotate 180°.

Execute all preparation steps as per chapter 3.1 to 3.6.

Measuring sequence:

1. The display unit indicates that the measuring units should be placed
in the 9 o’clock position. Since you can’t reach it, place the
measuring units in your start position (in our example 11 o’clock)
and

confirm the measurement by pressing the “next” button.

2. The display unit now indicates the measuring units should be placed
in the 3 o’clock position. Rotate the measuring units by 180° (in our
example to the 5 o’clock position) and

confirm the measurement.

3. Follow the circle symbol on the display and rotate the measuring
units to the 12 o’clock position. Confirm the measurement. You can
now complete the alignment following the instructions sequence as
per chapter 3.8.

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5.3 Troubleshooting

5.3.1 The system does not switch on

a) Check that batteries are inserted in the right way.
b) Replace the batteries.
For TMEA 1P/2.5 system: Use principally Alkaline batteries for a
better life span.
For TMEA 1PEx system: Only use the authorized battery types as
described in chapter 2.1.

5.3.2 No laser beams

a) Make sure that the display unit is switched ON.
b) Check the cables and connectors. Assure that all cables are
properly connected.
c) Check to see if the measuring units’ warning LEDs flash.
d) Replace the batteries.
For TMEA 1PEx system: Only use the authorized battery types as
described in chapter 2.1.

5.3.3 No measurement values

a) Check the cables and connectors.
b) Check that the targets are open.
c) Assure that the laser beams hit the positioning detectors.
d) Assure uninterrupted travel of the laser beams.

5.3.4 Fluctuating measurement values

a) Assure tight attachment of fixtures and measuring units.
b) Assure that the laser beams hit the detectors.
c) Assure that air turbulence does not influence the measurement.
d) Assure that direct bright light or obstructed laser beams do not
influence the measurement results.
e) Assure that external extensive vibrations do not influence the
measurement.
f) Assure that radio communications (like walkie-talkies) do not
influence the measurement.

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5.3.5 Incorrect measuring results

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a) Assure you face the Stationary machine from behind the Movable
machine.
b) Check the attachment of fixtures and measuring units.
c) S-cable to S-unit and M-cable to M-unit?
d) S-unit on Stationary and M-unit on Movable machine?
e) Assure right position before confirmation of measurements.
f) Make sure that the entire laser beam hits the detector area.

5.3.6 Measurement results cannot be repeated

a) Check if there is a soft foot condition.
b) Check if there are any loose mechanical parts, play in bearing or
movements in the machinery.
c) Check the status of foundation, base plate, bolts and existing
shims.

5.3.7 Printer or print out problems

a) The printer does not turn on and the indicator light is not lit:
recharge the battery as described in chapter 3.10.3
b) No print out: the paper roll is empty, replace it as described in
chapter 6.5.
c) The printer indicator is flashing slowly with short pulses: the memory
is full, wait to launch the next print.
d) The indicator is flashing fast: The print head is blocked. Turn the
printer off, remove the paper and replace it correctly.
e) The printer is not recognized by the display unit (‘No P’ indicated on
the display) or the print out consists of a long list of meaningless
characters: check the DIP-switch positions, see chapter 2.1. The
DIP-switches are located in the bottom of the paper roll
compartment under the printer front cover.
If needed turn OFF the printer and reset the DIP-switch positions
with a pen or something comparable. Turn the printer ON and start
the print out.

Note!
To make a print of the DIP-switch settings turn the power ON while
pressing the front button (fig. 30).

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6. MAINTENANCE

6.1 Handle with care

The measuring units are equipped with sensitive electronic and optical
parts. Handle them with care. Always close the targets after an
alignment operation.

6.2 Cleanliness
For best function the system should be kept clean. The optics near the
laser and detector should be free of finger prints. If necessary clean
with cotton cloth.

6.3 Batteries of the display unit

TMEA 1P/2.5:
The display unit is powered by three LR14 (C) batteries. Most LR14 (C)
batteries can be used, but Alkaline batteries have the longest life. If not
using the system for a long period, remove the batteries from the
display unit. Flat batteries will be indicated by the battery signal on the
display.

TMEA 1PEx:
Warning: Do not remove or replace the batteries in the intrinsic safety
zone.

The Ex display unit is powered by three LR14 batteries. Only use the
following type of batteries:
• Duracell MN1400, LR14
• Duracell Procell MN1400, LR14
• Energizer I Industrial No EN 93, NEDA 14AC
• GP Super Alkaline 14A
Flat batteries will be indicated by the battery signal on the display.
If not using the system for a long period, remove the batteries from the
display unit.

6.4 Replacement of measuring units or display unit

Both measuring units are calibrated in pairs and hence they must be
replaced as a pair. In case of replacing the measuring units or the
display unit, the calibration data stored in the measuring units needs to
be downloaded to the display unit.
Please see the separate instructions in the calibration procedure at the
back of this manual.

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6.5 Replacement of the printer paper roll

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When placing a new paper roll in the paper compartment located
below the printer cover, make sure the paper is cut straight.

Fig. 32. Replacement of the paper roll

6.6 Spare parts and accessories

Designation Description
TMEA 1P-1/2.5 Display unit (TMEA 1P/2.5 system)
TMEA 1PEx-1 Display unit (TMEA 1PEx system)
TMEA 1P-2 Carrying case (TMEA 1P and TMEA 1PEx systems)
TMEA C1 Locking chains, set (500 mm) + tightening tool
TMEA C2 Extension chains set (1020 mm)
TMEA F2 1 chain fixture, complete
TMEA F6 2 thin chain fixtures, complete set
TMEA F7 Set with 3 pairs of connection rods
(short: 150 mm, standard: 220 mm, long: 320 mm)
TMEA M12/2.5 Set of measuring units - Movable and Stationary
(TMEA 1P/2.5 system)
TMEA M12Ex Set of Ex measuring units - Movable and Stationary
(TMEA 1PEx system)
TMEA P1 Printer + adapter + connection cable
(TMEA 1P and TMEA 1PEx systems)
TMEA P1-10 UK, Australian mains adapter
TMEA R1 Spare paper rolls (3) for the TMEA P1 printer
TMAS 340 Complete kit of 340 pre-cut machinery shims
TMAS 360 Complete kit of 360 pre-cut machinery shims
TMAS 510 Complete kit of 510 pre-cut machinery shims
TMAS 720 Complete kit of 720 pre-cut machinery shims

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