Fixturlaser ECO D 1-1047, M6 1-1048, S6 1-1049 User Manual

USER MANUAL Fixturlaser ECO

USER MANUAL FIXTURLASER ECO 1st edition 2017

CONTENT

Welcome to our world

1.1

Declaration of Conformity

2.1

Safety

3.1

Care

4.1

Main Menu

5.1

Shaft Alignment
Horizontal Machines

6.1

Softcheck

7.1

Memory Manager

8.1

Global Settings

9.1

Display Unit ECO D

10.1

Sensors M6 and S6

11.1

Technical Specification ECO D

12.1

Technical Specification
M6 and S6

13.1

1.1

WELCOME TO OUR WORLD

Since the very beginning in 1984, ACOEM AB
(formerly known as ELOS Fixturlaser AB) has
helped industries throughout the world to
achieve more profitable and sustainable
production. We have reached where we are
today by having the courage to think beyond the
norm and follow slightly unconventional paths.
We have had the courage to make mistakes
and find new directions. Through our resolve,
ambition and knowledge we have become a
global player and a leader in innovative, user­friendly shaft alignment.

SUSTAINABLE INNOVATIONS

During our 30 years in this industry, we
have explored, tweaked and tested more
than anyone. Some might say we are
incurable innovators whereas others might

say that we are highly focused. They both
probably have a point. If we had not been
devoted and ambitious, we would not have
been the first in the industry to have a touch
screen. Nor would we have been pioneers
in the use of visible lasers and dual
measurement heads.

Over the years, we have learnt to never
compromise on quality and we are
constantly in search of new, unexplored
opportunities by combining advanced
technology with design and function. By
doing so, we have become the leading
innovator in our industry. Not only do we
minimize wear, production stoppages and
costs, we also help save the environment.
Natural resources are in short supply and if
we can contribute to a more sustainable

1.2

world by making it a little bit straighter, we
couldn't be happier.

TRUE COMMITMENT

One reason for our success is our solid
commitment. We have ensured that we
remain attentive to constantly pick up on
the needs of the market. Our expert
employees and dedicated dealers in over 70
countries are undoubtedly our most
important asset. Satisfaction and team spirit
are of particular importance to us and are
consistently at the top of our priority list.
With experience from a wide range of
industries and manufacturing processes, we
are fully aware of the problems and needs of
our end-customers. We are passionate
about what we do and we are driven by the
desire to eliminate anything in the industry

worldwide that may be even slightly out of
line.

PURE USABILITY

Our design and user-friendliness are
carefully interwoven. As we develop new
products, they also become cleaner,
smarter, more functional and more robust.
An industrial environment is demanding,
infinitely more difficult to work in and
inevitably subject to time pressure. There is
no place for equipment with unnecessary
functions, complicated interfaces and that is
difficult to assemble.

Usability and user friendliness mean
everything, not only to us but also to our
customers. We have designed products that
are easy to learn and can be incorporated
quickly. By removing non-essential functions,

1.3

we make life less difficult for our users – and
probably a little more difficult for our
competitors.

1.4

END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT

The rights to use the software in this
product are offered only on the conditions
that you agree to all the terms stated below,
i.e. the end user agreement. By using this
product you agree to be bound by this
agreement. If you do not accept this
agreement your sole remedy is to return
the entire unused product, hardware and
software, promptly to your place of
purchase for a refund.

The user is granted a single license to use
the software contained in this product. Use
is only permitted on the hardware it has
been installed on at the time of purchase.
The software may not be removed from the
hardware.

The software contained in the system is the
property of ACOEM AB, any copying or
redistribution is strictly prohibited.

Modifying, disassembling, reverse
engineering or decompiling the system or
any part thereof is strictly prohibited.

Disclaimer of warranties: To the maximum
extent permitted by applicable law, ACOEM
AB and its suppliers provide the software

contained in this product ‘as is’ and with all

faults, and hereby disclaim all other
warranties either expressed, implied or
statutory.

Limited liability: No liability shall exceed the
price of the product, and the sole remedy, if
any, to any claim shall be a right of return
and refund.

1.5

ACOEM AB or its suppliers shall, to the
maximum extent permitted by applicable
law, not be liable to any indirect, special,
incidental, punitive, and consequential
damages arising from the use of the system
or any part thereof, authorized or
unauthorized.

ACOEM AB (formerly known as Elos
Fixturlaser AB) is since mid-2014 a fully
owned subsidiary of ACOEM Group,
headquartered in Lyon, France. Other
brands within ACOEM Group are 01dB,
ONEPROD and METRAVIB. For more
information please visit
www.acoemgroup.com

1.6

2.1

DECLARATION OF
CONFORMITY

In accordance with the EMC Directive
2004/108/EC, the Low Voltage Directive
2006/95/EC, including amendments by the
CE-marking Directive 93/68/EEC & EC
directives RoHS 2011/65/EU.

Type of equipment

Alignment System

Brand name or trade mark

FIXTURLASER ECO

Type designation(s)/Model no(s)

1-1047 FIXTURLASER ECO D
1-1048 FIXTURLASER M6
1-1049 FIXTURLASER S6

Manufacturer’s name, address,

telephone & fax no

ACOEM AB
Box 7
SE-431 21 Mölndal
Sweden

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

The following standards and/or technical
specifications, which comply with good
engineering practice in safety matters in
force within the EEA, have been applied:

Standard/Test report/Technical
construction file/Normative document

EN 61000-6-3:2007.

EN 61000-6-2:2005, EN 61000-4-2, -3, -4, ­5, -6, -11.

2.2

EN 61010-1:2010

ISO9001:2008 Ref. No/ Issued by: DNV
Certification AB Certification No. 2009­SKM-AQ-2704/2009-SKM-AE-1419.

The laser is classified in accordance with the
International Standard IEC-60825-1:2014,
USA FDA Standard 21 CFR, Ch 1, Part

1040.10 and 1040.11 except for deviations
pursuant to laser notice No. 50, dated June
24, 2007.

The wireless device complies with Part 15 of
the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions;
(1) this device may not cause harmful
interference, and
(2) this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Additional information

The product was CE-marked in 2017.

As manufacturer, we declare under our sole
responsibility that the equipment follows the
provisions of the Directives stated above.

Date and place of issue

Mölndal 2017-05-30

Signature of authorized person

Hans Svensson, Managing Director

3.1

SAFETY

Retain and follow all product safety and
operating instructions. Observe all warnings
on the product and in the operating
instructions.

Failure to observe the safety pre-cautions
and operating instructions can cause bodily
injury, fire, and damage to the equipment.

Do not disassemble, modify or use the
equipment in other ways than explained in
the operating instructions. ACOEM AB will
not accept any liability for such use.

WARNING!

Do not mount equipment on
running machines and take all
appropriate measures to
prevent unintentional start-up
of machines. Make sure to fully
comply with all appropriate
shut down procedures, safety
measures and regulations at
worksite and local regulations
regarding safety in a machine
environment.

3.2

LASER PRECAUTIONS

FIXTURLASER ECO uses laser diodes with
a power output of < 1.0 mW. The laser
classification is Class 2.

Class 2 is considered safe for its intended
use with only minor precautions required.
These are:

 Never stare directly into the laser

transmitter.

 Never shine the laser directly into

anyone else’s eyes.

CAUTION!

USE OF CONTROLS OR
ADJUSTMENTS OR
PERFORMANCE OF
PROCEDURES OTHER
THAN THOSE SPECIFIED
HEREIN MAY RESULT IN
HAZARDOUS RADIATION
EXPOSURE.

3.3

Your system complies with the
requirements in:

 IEC-60825-1:2007
 British Standard BS EN 60825-1

 DIN EN 60825-1

USA FDA Standard 21 CFR, Ch 1, Part

1040.10 and 1040.11

3.4

POWER SUPPLY

FIXTURLASER ECO display unit is powered
by a rechargeable Li-Ion battery mounted in
the display unit or by the external power
unit.

The measurement units (M6 and S6) are
powered by a rechargeable Li-Ion battery
mounted in the units or by the external
power unit.

Both the display unit and the measurement
units (M6 and S6) can be connected to the
charger and charged while lying in the case.
It is important that the lid of the case is
open during the charging or else the system

will not be charged properly and might be
damaged.

Do not expose the power adapter to rain
or wet conditions.

Always unplug the charger from the
electrical outlet after charging.

Leaving a display unit or a measurement unit
with an empty battery for a prolonged time
can reduce the capacity of the battery or
even damage the battery.

If the system is not used for a long time,
charge the batteries to approximately 50­75% before storing the system, if kept in
storage repeat this every 3-4 month (if
needed).

3.5

When used in typical conditions the battery
will sustain good capacity for approximately
2-3 years before needing replacement.
Contact your sales representative for
battery replacement.

The batteries contain safety circuitry to
operate safely with the display unit. The unit
can therefore only be used with the Li-Ion
batteries supplied by FIXTURLASER.

Improper replacement of batteries can
cause damage and risk for personal injury.

WARNING!

BATTERY REPLACEMENT
SHALL ONLY BE
PERFORMED BY
AUTHORIZED FIXTURLASER
REPRESENTATIVES.

USE OF ANY OTHER
BATTERIES THAN THOSE
SUPPLIED BY FIXTURLASER
WILL CAUSE SEVERE
DAMAGE TO THE DISPLAY
UNIT AND CAN CAUSE
RISK FOR PERSONAL
INJURY!

3.6

Handle any batteries with care. Batteries
pose a burn hazard if handled improperly.
Do not disassemble and keep away from
heat sources. Handle damaged or leaking
batteries with extreme care. Please keep in
mind that batteries can harm the
environment. Dispose of batteries in
accordance with local regulatory guidelines,
if in doubt contact your local sales
representative.

Only use the external power adapter
supplied by FIXTURLASER for use with the
display unit and the measurement units.
Using other power adapters can cause
damage to the unit and personal injury.

3.7

WIRELESS TRANSCEIVER

The FIXTURLASER ECO system is fitted
with a Bluetooth wireless transceiver.

Make sure that there are no restrictions on
the use of radio transceivers at the site of
operation before using the wireless
transceivers.

WARNING!

Before using the wireless
transceivers make sure that
there are no restrictions on
the use of radio transceivers at
the site. Do not use on
aircraft.

3.8

4.1

CARE

PACKING THE CASE

PACKING POWER SUPPLY

Both the display unit and the measurement
units (M6 and S6) can be connected to the
charger and charged while lying in the case.
The power supply must be placed in the
case as in picture and the lid of the case has
to be open during the charging or else the
system might be overheated.

4.2

CLEANING

The system should be cleaned with a cotton
cloth or a cotton bud moistened with a mild
soap solution, except for the detector and
laser window surfaces, which should be
cleaned with alcohol.

For the best possible function, the laser
diode apertures, detector surfaces and
connector terminals should be kept free
from grease or dirt. The display unit should
be kept clean and the screen surface
protected from scratches.

4.3

Do not use paper tissue, which can scratch
the detector surface.

Do not use acetone.

The chains on the V-block fixtures are
delivered dry. If the system is used in highly
corrosive environments, the chains should
be oiled.

DATE OF CALIBRATION
DISCREPANCY

Our instruments store the electronic date
of the latest calibration of the instrument.
Due to production processes and storage
time, this date will differ from the date of
the calibration certificate. Hence, it is the
date of the calibration certificate which is
important and that indicates when the next
calibration is due.

4.4

5.1

MAIN MENU

Press the On/Off button to start the system
and the Main Menu appears.

Select icon with the arrow buttons and
confirm with the OK button.

APPLICATION PROGRAM

Shaft Alignment Horizontal
Machines

MEMORY MANAGER

Memory Manager

5.2

SYSTEM FUNCTIONS

Global Settings

Off

Connect to PC
(only available when the display
unit is attached to PC with the
USB cable)

Bluetooth indicator

Battery indicator

6.1

SHAFT ALIGNMENT
HORIZONTAL MACHINES

INTRODUCTION

Shaft alignment: Determine and adjust the
relative position of two machines that are
connected, such as a motor and a pump, so
that the rotational centers of the shafts are
collinear, when the machines are working in
a normal operating condition. Correction of
horizontal shaft alignment is done by moving
the front and the rear pair of one machine’s
feet, vertically and horizontally, until the
shafts are aligned within the given
tolerances. A tolerance table is available in
the system.

The FIXTURLASER ECO system has two
measuring units that are placed on each
shaft by using the fixtures supplied with the
system.

6.2

After rotating the shafts into different
measuring positions the system calculates
the relative distance between the two shafts
in two planes. The distances between the
two measuring planes, distance to the
coupling and distances to the machine feet
are entered into the system. The display box
then shows the actual alignment condition
together with the position of the feet.

Adjustment of the machine can be made
directly, according to the displayed values.

The alignment results can be saved in the
memory manager. The measurements in the
memory manager can easily be transferred
to a PC for further documentation
purposes.

6.3

PRE-ALIGNMENT FUNCTIONS

In an effort to obtain the best possible
conditions for shaft alignment, it is necessary
to perform some pre-alignment checks. In
many cases it is necessary to make these
checks in order to obtain precise alignment.
It is often impossible to reach the desired
alignment results if you do not make any
pre-alignment checks.

Before going on site, check the following:

 What are the required tolerances?
 Any offsets for dynamic movements?
 Are there any restrictions for mounting

the measuring system?

 Is it possible to rotate the shafts?
 What shim size is needed?

Before setting up the alignment system on
the machine, check the machine foundation,
bolt and shim condition. Also check if there
are any restrictions in adjusting the machine
(if e.g. there is enough space to move the
machine).

After the visual checks have been
performed, there are some conditions that
have to be considered:

 Check that the machine has the right

temperature for alignment.

 Take away old rusty shims (check that

you can remove shims).

 Check coupling assembly and loosen

the coupling bolts.

 Check soft foot conditions.

6.4

 Mechanical looseness.
 Check coupling and shaft run-out.
 Pipe work strain.
 Coarse alignment.
 Check coupling gap (axial alignment).

6.5

MOUNTING

The sensor marked “M” should be mounted

on the movable machine and the sensor

marked “S” on the stationary machine. The

sensors shall be assembled on their V-block
fixture, and placed on each side of the
coupling.

Hold the V-block fixture upright and mount
it on the shafts of the measurement object.

Lift the open end of the chain, tension it so
that the slack is removed and attach it to
the hook.

6.6

Firmly tighten the chain with the tensioning
screw. If necessary, use the supplied
tensioning tool. Do not over-tighten. If the
shaft diameter is too large the chains can be
extended with extension chains.

Turn the sensors on by pressing their ON
buttons.

Adjust the height of the sensor by sliding it
on the posts until a line of sight is obtained
for both lasers. Secure its position by
locking both clamping devices on the back of
both units.

6.7

STARTING THE PROGRAM

Start the program by selecting
the Horizontal Shaft Alignment
icon in the Main Menu and press
OK.

When the program is started, a tolerance
table will be displayed first.

Select tolerance and press OK.

Go to settings for selecting
settings.

6.8

TOLERANCE TABLE

Alignment tolerances depend to a large
extent on the rotation speed of the shafts.
Machine alignment should be carried out

within the manufacturer’s tolerances. The

table provided in the system can be helpful if
no tolerances are specified. The suggested
tolerances can be used as a starting point
for developing in-house tolerances when the
machinery manufacturer’s recommended
tolerances are not available. The tolerances
are the maximum allowed deviation from
desired values.

Select tolerance

The arrow to the left indicates selected
tolerance.

Select tolerance by scrolling up/down and
press OK.

Select the OK icon and press OK
to continue to shaft alignment.

6.9

Enter a customized tolerance

1. Scroll down to the last row.

2. Enter tolerance name/rotation

speed and press OK or scroll to
the right.

3. Enter tolerance for the angle

values and press OK or scroll to
the right.

4. Enter tolerance for the offset

values and press OK or scroll to
the right.

6.10

SETTINGS

These settings are unique for this
application.

Sampling time

Select normal or long sampling time.

To change sampling time, select the sampling
time icon and press OK. Select normal or

long sampling time with the left/right
buttons and press OK.

Long sampling time is suitable for high
vibration environments.

Tolerance table

Open the tolerance table by selecting the
tolerance table icon and press OK.

Unit of angularity

To change unit of angularity, select the unit
of angularity icon and press OK. Enter
another unit of angularity and press OK.

6.11

Adjustable screen filter

Select filter off, filter type 1, or filter type 2.

To change adjustable screen filter, select the
adjustable screen filter icon and press OK.
Select filter off, filter type 1, or filter type 2
with the left/right buttons and press OK.

Note: For normal operation, the adjustable
screen filter should be deactivated, and only
activated in environments with severe
vibrations.

Screen flip

Select normal screen or screen flip.

To flip the screen, select the screen flip icon
and press OK. Select normal screen or
screen flip with the left/right buttons and
press OK.

6.12

Turn off inclinometers

If the inclinometers are not functioning
properly, e.g. in high vibrations, they can be
disabled.

Turns off the inclinometers.

Measurement with disabled inclinometers is
described at the end of this chapter.

Exit

Exits the Settings and returns
to the application.

6.13

ENTER DIMENSIONS

The screen displays the movable machine.

Select the dimension boxes
to enter dimensions.

Measure the indicated dimension to the
nearest 1 mm for coupling dimensions and
2 mm for foot dimensions.

You must enter all the distances. The
distance between the sensors, the distance
between the centre of the coupling and the
M-sensor, the distance between the M­sensor and the first pair of feet and the
distance between the first and the second
pairs of feet.

6.14

SOFTCHECK

Go to Softcheck for checking soft
foot conditions.

See chapter “Softcheck”.

6.15

MEASUREMENT METHOD

Tripoint™ method

In the Tripoint method, the alignment
condition can be calculated by taking three
points while rotating the shaft at least 90°.

NOTE: The shafts should be coupled during
measurement in order to achieve as reliable
and accurate results as possible, when using
the Tripoint method.

TIP: The larger the angle over which the
three points are measured, the fewer moves
and repeat measurements will have to be
made. Minimum angle between readings is
45°.

A green flashing arrow suggests
suitable measurement
positions.

6.16

MEASUREMENT POINT
REGISTRATION

Set the sensors so that they are
approximately at the same rotational angle
at the first measurement position.

Select the register icon and
press OK.

This registers the first reading.

Rotate the shafts to the next position. The
shafts must be rotated over a minimum of
45°.

Green sector show permitted positions.
Red sector show forbidden positions. The
Register icon is not shown if the rotation is
less than 45°.

6.17

Select the register icon and
press OK.

This registers the second
reading.

Rotate the shafts to the third position.

Select the register icon and press
OK.

This registers the third reading.

TIP: By registering the third reading at the
position 3 o’clock, the sensors will already
be in the right position for horizontal
alignment.

6.18

MEASUREMENT RESULTS

The Measurement Result screen shows
coupling values and foot values in both the
vertical and horizontal direction.

Vertical results are displayed at the top of
the screen, horizontal results at the bottom.

The symbol to the left of the coupling values
indicates the angular direction and offset,
and also if the values are within tolerance.

Within tolerance
(green).

Within double tolerance
(yellow).

Out of double tolerance
(red).

A symbol at the coupling indicates the status
of the coupling.

Within tolerance.

6.19

EVALUATING THE RESULT

The angle and offset values are used to
determine the alignment quality. These
values are compared with the alignment
tolerances to determine whether correction
is necessary. If suitable tolerances are
selected in the tolerance table, the symbols
described above indicate if the angle and
offset values are within tolerance or not.

The foot values indicate the movable

machine’s foot positions where corrections

can be made.

Depending on the result, the program will
also guide the user.

First, the program will always recommend
the user to save the measurement.

Then, if the measurement result shows that
the machine is misaligned, the user will be
recommended to go to shimming.

If the measurement result is within
tolerance, the system will recommend the
user to exit the measurement.

Save the measurement result.
Go to shimming.

6.20

VERTIZONTAL™

Align faster with the VertiZontal Moves
feature.

First correct the vertical misalignment in the
shimming screen. The system show how
much you need to remove or add shims in
order to correct the machine vertically.

Next correct the horizontal misalignment in
the alignment screen. The system goes live
and will deliver real time values during the
adjustment phase.

6.21

SHIMMING

The Shimming screen shows foot values in
the vertical direction as suitable shim values.

The arrows show if shims must be added or
removed to adjust the machine in the
vertical direction.

The check signs show that shimming is not
needed.

If shimming is needed, loosen all the bolts
on the movable machine and follow screen
instructions for inserting or removing shims.

When shimming is completed, continue to
alignment for adjustments in the horizontal
direction. Do not re-tighten the bolts.

Go to alignment.

6.22

ALIGNMENT

If the machine has been adjusted vertically in
the shimming screen, go directly to
alignment in the horizontal direction.

If the machine has not been adjusted in the
shimming screen, alignment in the vertical
direction has to be done first.

Vertical direction

Rotate the shafts to the 12 or 6 o’clock

position to make adjustments in the vertical
direction. The angle guide helps you to
reach the right position.

Adjust the machine vertically until the values
for both angular and parallel alignment are
within tolerance. The arrows at the feet
show in which direction the machine shall
be moved.

6.23

Horizontal direction

Rotate the shafts to the 3 or 9 o’clock

position to make adjustments in the
horizontal direction. The angle guide helps
you to reach the right position.

Adjust the machine horizontally until the
values for both angular and parallel
alignment are within tolerance. Make the
largest adjustment first. The arrows indicate
the direction of adjustment.

Tighten the bolts using the tightening
sequence, as below.

Check and re-measure

Rotate the shafts back to the 12 or 6

o’clock position and check that the machine

is still within tolerance.

Alignment is now completed. To confirm
the result, re-do the measurement.

Re-measure.

6.24

OTHER FEATURES

Looseness indicator

The system has a function for detecting
coupling backlash and looseness in order to
achieve optimal accuracy. The system will
display the looseness indicator if one of the
following conditions is met:

 The M and S units are more than 3°

apart.

 The mutual angular position of the M

and S units changes more than 0.7° at
the following measurement points,
compared to the first measurement
point.

When the coupling backlash or looseness is
eliminated to avoid any of the above
conditions, the looseness indicator will
automatically disappear.

Screen flip

The screen can be flipped to get the motor
at the left side.

Select screen flip in settings.

6.25

Measurement with disabled
inclinometers

If the inclinometers are not functioning
properly, e.g. in high vibrations, they can be
disabled.

 Turn off the inclinometers in Settings.

When the inclinometers are disabled the
system will work as normal with the
following exceptions:

 The readings have to be registered

according to the "clock method".
Register the first reading at 9 o'clock,
rotate the shafts 180° and register
the second reading at 3 o'clock, rotate
90° back to 12 o'clock to register the
third and final reading.

 During alignment, use the up and down

buttons to change from horizontal to
vertical view of the machine and vice
versa.

Change view.

NOTE: When disabling the inclinometers
they will remain disabled until leaving the
Shaft Alignment application for the Main
Menu.

6.26

7.1

SOFTCHECK™

INTRODUCTION

A soft foot condition needs to be corrected
before any alignment takes place. If not, the
measurement result will be of no value. It is
more or less impossible to establish if there
is a soft foot condition without using some
kind of measurement tool. The
FIXTURLASER Alignment System’s built-in
Softcheck program checks each foot and
displays the result in mm or mils.

The Softcheck program is entered from the
Horizontal Shaft Alignment program.

STARTING THE PROGRAM

Start the Softcheck by
selecting its icon in the Shaft
Alignment program and press
OK.

7.2

Place the sensors at the 12 o’clock position.

All the distances must be entered, before
checking for soft foot.

Check that all foot bolts are firmly
tightened.

MEASUREMENT VALUE
REGISTRATION

Select a bolt of your choice
and press OK.

7.3

Loosen the bolt fully and then tighten it
firmly, preferably with a dynamometric
wrench.

Press OK to register the
measurement value.

Continue with the rest of the bolts.

Re-measurements can be done at any time
by selecting the requested bolt again and
press OK.

7.4

Make the necessary corrections and then
check each foot again (the values show
approximately how many shims that are
needed to eliminate the soft foot).

SHAFT ALIGNMENT

Return to shaft alignment by
selecting the Exit icon and
press OK.

8.1

MEMORY MANAGER

FILE MANAGER

Select file

Files can be selected by scrolling.

Scroll upwards.

Scroll downwards.

Open file

Opens selected file.

Archive

Goes to archive

(only available when it
contains folders with older
files).

Delete

Deletes selected file.

Exit

Exits the Memory Manager.

8.2

The Memory has the capacity to store
approximately 1500 measurements. When
the number of measurements, exceeds 100
measurements in the file manager, a folder
with the older files will be automatically
created. These folders can then be found in
the archive.

NOTE: When there are a lot of files in the
memory, processing can be slow.

8.3

SAVE MEASUREMENT

Enter file name

Enter file name with the keyboard, when the
file name field is selected.

Confirm

Confirm.

When saving a measurement, both a text file
and a picture file (bmp) are created.

8.4

TRANSFER FILES TO A PC

1. Turn on the display unit and stay in the

Main Menu.

2. Attach the display unit to the PC with

the USB cable.

3. Touch the connect to PC icon.

The display unit will appear as a mass
storage device on the PC.

4. The files in the display unit can be

transferred to the PC using the
ordinary functions in Windows
Explorer (i.e. cut, copy or drag and
drop).

In the PC there will be two files for each
measurement; a picture file (.bmp) and a
text file (.txt). The picture file shows the
same picture as in the memory. The text file
shows just the measurement data.

It is recommended that you delete the files
from the display unit after they have been
safely transferred in order to avoid full
memory.

8.5

SHAFT ALIGNMENT FOR
HORIZONTAL MACHINES

The screen displays measurement results,
dimensions, target values if any, file name,
date and time, serial number of the display
unit, program, program version, calibration
date and tolerances.

Exits the measurement file.

Scrolls to measurement saved
after the one displayed.

Scrolls to measurement saved
prior to the one displayed.

Deletes the measurement file.

8.6

9.1

GLOBAL SETTINGS

The global settings menu includes settings
that are universal for all applications.

For most of the settings, the current
selection is shown in the icon.

The program version number is also shown
on this screen.

Date

Date settings

To change date, select the date icon and
press OK. Enter year and press OK. Enter
month and press OK. Enter day and press
OK.

Time

Time settings

To change time, select the time icon and
press OK. Enter hour and press OK. Enter
minute and press OK.

9.2

Measurement unit

Changes between mm mode and inch mode

To change measurement unit, select the
measurement unit icon and press OK. Select
mm or inch with the left/right buttons and
press OK.

Bluetooth settings

Bluetooth settings

Open the Bluetooth settings by selecting the
Bluetooth settings icon and press OK.

Exit

Exits the global settings.

9.3

BLUETOOTH SETTINGS

Communication

Information on which units are paired to the
display unit is displayed. The display unit will
only communicate with units that are paired.

Changes between Bluetooth on and off.

To turn on or off Bluetooth, select the
communication icon and press OK. Select
Bluetooth on or off with the left/right
buttons and press OK.

You have to exit the settings menu in order
for the changes to take place.

9.4

Pairing Bluetooth units

Select the search icon and
press OK, to search for units
that are pair able.

Pair able units will appear in the search list
to the left.

Bluetooth units must be switched on for the
display unit to discover them. The display
unit will only discover FIXTURLASER units.

Select the units to pair in the
search list and press OK.
(Maximum two units.)

Paired units will be moved to the boxes
below the blue B.

9.5

Units that are paired to the display unit are
shown in the boxes below the blue B.

The display unit will only communicate with
units that are paired and displayed in the
boxes.

Select the OK icon and press OK
to confirm Bluetooth settings.

Unpairing Bluetooth units

If there are units paired to the display unit,
they have to be unpaired before it is
possible to pair new units.

Select the delete icon and
press OK, to unpair units.

9.6

10.1

DISPLAY UNIT ECO D

1. Alfa-numeric keyboard

2. LED indicator

3. ON/OFF button

4. Navigation buttons

5. USB micro slave

10.2

OPERATING MODES

The display unit has two operating modes:
On and Off.

The display unit is turned on by a short
press on the On/Off button.

To turn off the unit, select the
Off icon in the main menu and
press OK or while in the main
menu press the On/Off button
on the front.

In case the system fails to respond, it is
possible to turn it off by pressing down the
ON button for more than 15 seconds.

CONNECTIONS

 USB micro slave; for attaching the DU

to a PC.

WARNING!

Do not use the USB
connection in wet conditions.

10.3

POWER SUPPLY

FIXTURLASER ECO display unit is powered
by a rechargeable Li-Ion battery in the
display unit, or by the external power unit.

The operating time of the batteries is
approximately 8 hours when the system is
used for a typical alignment work.

The external power unit is connected to the
USB micro connector on the display unit
and to a wall socket with 110 - 240 Volts.

When the external power supply is
connected, the unit will automatically start
charging the batteries. This will be indicated
by the battery status LED. The charging time
is approximately 8 hours for fully drained
batteries. The charging time will be longer if
the unit is turned on while being charged.

When used in typical conditions the
batteries will sustain good capacity for
approximately 2-3 years before needing
replacement. Contact your sales
representative for battery re-placement.

The batteries contain safety circuitry to
operate safely with the display unit. The unit
can therefore only be used with the Li-Ion
batteries supplied by FIXTURLASER.
Improper replacement of batteries can
cause damage and risk for personal injury.
Please refer to the chapter on safety for
further instructions.

10.4

RESUME FUNCTION

If the system is turned off due to low
power, the resume function will save the
data.

When the system is turned on again after
battery charge, you will be prompted to
choose whether to return to the stage when
the system was turned off (i.e. resuming
operation without loss of data) or start the
main menu.

10.5

UPGRADING THE SOFTWARE

Any upgrades of the software will be
distributed or made available for download
on our website.

1. Turn on the display unit and stay in the

Main Menu.

2. Attach the display unit to the PC with

the USB cable.

3. Touch the connect to PC icon.

The display unit will appear as a mass
storage device on the PC.

4. Copy the file containing the new

software to the display unit.

NOTE: A zipped file must be unzipped
before copying it to the display unit.

5. Disconnect the display unit from the

PC and wait until the display unit turns
itself off (this can take several minutes).

6. Turn on the display unit. The upgrade

file will be automatically detected and
installed. This can take approximately
one minute. Wait until the Main Menu
is displayed, and the DU is then ready
to be used again.

Settings and stored measurements will not
be affected by an upgrade.

The upgrade file will be automatically
deleted from the display unit when the
upgrade is completed.

10.6

11.1

SENSORS M6 AND S6

1. ON/OFF button with status indication

LED

a. Continuously green – On

2. Mini USB for charging

3. Laser transmission indication LED
a. Green – laser transmission

4. Bluetooth indication LED
a. Continuously blue – paired and

ready.

b. Flashing blue – searching/ready to

pair

c. No light – Bluetooth disabled.

11.2

5. Battery status button – press to

instantly show the battery status (also
works when the unit is switched off).

6. Battery status LED
a. One LED continuously red – less

10% charge left.

b. One LED flashing red – less than

5% charge left.

c. One LED continuously orange –

charging

d. One LED continuously green –

fully charged.

7. Battery status LED when battery

button is pressed

a. Continuously green – battery

status

b. Rolling green – battery charging

11.3

OPERATING MODES

M6 and S6 units has two operating modes:
On and Off.

Turn the units on and off by pressing the
ON/OFF button firmly.

In case the units fail to respond, it is possible
to turn it off by pressing down the ON
button for more than 10 seconds.

CONNECTIONS

Bluetooth connection

The main connection for M6 and S6 units is
the built in Bluetooth connection. The units
will automatically connect to the display unit
when turned on as long as they are paired.

See chapter “Global settings” for

instructions on how to pair measurement
units to the display unit.

To avoid accidental Bluetooth transmission
in a restricted area the Bluetooth function
can be completely disabled – contact your
local sales representative for more
information.

If the Bluetooth has been disabled (as
indicated by the fact that the Bluetooth LED
is not flashing or continuously blue when the
unit is turned on) it can be enabled by

11.4

pressing the battery status button quickly 5
times in a row.

POWER SUPPLY

The M6 and S6 units are powered by a
rechargeable Li-Ion cell, or by the external
power unit.

The operating time of the batteries is
approximately 12 hours when the system is
used for a typical alignment work
(continuously on).

The external power unit is connected to the
USB mini connector on the units and to a
wall socket with 110 - 240 Volts.

When the external power supply is
connected, the unit will automatically start
charging the batteries. This will be indicated
by the first battery status LED turning
orange, when the unit is fully charged the
LED will turn green. By pressing the battery

11.5

status button the exact charging status can
be monitored.

The charging time is approximately 8 hours
for fully drained batteries. The charging time
will be longer if the unit is turned on while
being charged.

When used in typical conditions the
batteries will sustain good capacity for
approximately 2-3 years before needing
replacement. Contact your sales
representative for battery re-placement.

The batteries contain safety circuitry to
operate safely with the unit. The unit can
therefore only be used with the Li-Ion
batteries supplied by FIXTURLASER.
Improper replacement of batteries can
cause damage and risk for personal injury.

Please refer to the chapter on safety for
further instructions.

11.6

12.1

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION – FIXTURLASER ECO D

Part. No. 1-1047

Housing material

ABS plastic

Operating temperature

0 to 50°C ( 32 to 122°F)

Storage temperature

-20 to 70°C ( -4 to 158°F)

Relative humidity

10 – 90%

Weight

346 g (1.54 lbs) with batteries

Dimensions

181 mm x 106 mm x 34 mm
(7.1 in x 4.2 in x 1.3 in)

Environmental protection

IP 65

Flash storage memory

500 MB

Display

Colour TFT-LCD backlit

Display size

4” diagonal (84 x 56 mm)

Display resolution

400x272 pixels

Colour depth

16 000 000 colors

Interface

Membrane Switch Keyboard

Peripherals

1 USB micro slave port (Micro)

Wireless communication

Class I Bluetooth transceiver with multi-drop
capability

Power supply

Rechargeable Li-Ion battery or external power
supply

12.2

Operating time

8 hours continuous use

Battery Charging time (system off, room
temperature)

8 h
Battery Capacity

10.4 Wh

LED indicator

Battery state indicator

13.1

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION – M6 AND S6

Part. No. M6 1-1048, S6 1-1049

Housing Material

Anodized Aluminum frame and ABS plastic
over molded with TPE rubber

Operating Temp

0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)

Storage Temp

-20 to 70°C ( -4 to 158°F)

Long term storage temp

Room temp. 18 to 28°C (64 to 82°F)

Battery Charging Temp

0 to 40°C (32 to 104°F)

Relative humidity

10 – 90%

Weight

M6: 200 g (7.1 oz) with battery
S6: 188 g (6.6 oz) with battery

Dimensions

86 mm x 77 mm x 33 mm
(3.4 in x 3.0 in x 1.3 in)

Environmental protection

IP65 (Dust tight and protected against water
jets)

Laser

650 nm class II diode laser

Laser line fan angle

6°

Laser line width (1/e2)

1.6 mm

Laser line divergence (full angle)

0.25 mrad

Laser power

< 1 mW

Measurement distance

Up to 3 m

13.2

Detector

Digital line sensor

Detector length

20 mm (0.8 in)

Detector angular subtense

30 mrad/m (3mm/100mm per meter)

Detector resolution

0.01 mm

Measurement accuracy

1% ± 1 digit

Signal processing:

Digital signal processing with Sidespot
rejection, edge detection, ambient light
elimination and anti-vibration mode

Ambient light protection

Optical filtering and digital ambient light signal
elimination

Inclinometer resolution

1°

Inclinometer accuracy

±3°

Wireless communication

Class I Bluetooth transmitter

Communication range

10 m (33 ft)

Connectors

1 USB Mini port (IP67);
Charging: 5V, 0.5A

Power supply

Li Ion battery or external power.

Operating time:

12 hours continuous use (measuring)

Battery Charging time (system off, room
temperature)

8 h
Battery Capacity

10.4 Wh

13.3

LED indicators

Unit state, laser transmission and 5 battery
status indicators with instant battery check

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

13.4

Publication No. P-0316-GB

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