Chapter 7: Vibration; Types Of Vibration - GE H301 Series Operating Manual

Chapter 7: Vibration

WEAR APPROPRIATE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT.

Types of Vibration

Refer to the vibration guidelines chart for acceptable/
When vibration occurs, first determine the type of vibration and its cause.
In general, there are four types of vibration associated with reciprocating
compressors:
1. Mechanical
2. Inertia Unbalance
3. Pressure Pulsations
4. Torsion Vibration
When unsatisfactory vibration amplitudes are detected, take corrective actions
immediately. Notify the packager or GE if unable to correct the problem. See
"Figure 19" for satisfactory, marginal, and unsatisfactory levels of vibration.
All reciprocating compressors have inherent vibration. All components have a
natural vibration frequency which maybe amplified by the operating conditions of
the compressor.
P I N C H P O I N T
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM MOVING PARTS.
Complies with ANSI Z535, ISO 3864, OSHA 1910.145(f) (7)
P E R S O N A L I N J U R Y
Complies with ANSI Z535, ISO 3864, OSHA 1910.145(f) (7)
H O T S U R F A C E
DO NOT TOUCH.
Complies with ANSI Z535, ISO 3864, OSHA 1910.145(f) (7)
unacceptable vibrational limits.
Complies with ANSI Z535, ISO 3864, OSHA 1910.145(f) (9)
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