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Rotating Machinery: Practical Solutions

45. Take vertical and horizontal readings as detailed above.
46. Plot the results on the original graph, to determine ther-
mal growth.
47. Make any required adjustments to the machine.
48. Record all final data.
49. Reassemble and run equipment.
50. Measure and record the final vibration levels.

The above 50 steps pertain only to the advanced rim and face
alignment process. In the following chapter, the reverse indicator
method of precision alignment is presented.