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Abstract

A system and method for monitoring the operation condition of a wide variety of machinery is disclosed. A plurality of sensors, including temperature sensors and vibration sensors, are coupled to a controller. The controller receives input from the sensors and determines whether the temperature and vibration levels are within acceptable ranges with respect to baseline values. If the temperature and vibration levels fall outside the acceptable ranges, then respective visual indicators alert a user of such a condition. Multiple alarm levels are provided. A mounting arrangement is also provided in which a single threaded fastener can be used to attach the monitor to the machinery. The threaded fastener engages a through-wall metal recess in the monitor to efficiently conduct heat and vibration from the machinery to the temperature and vibration sensors within the monitor. The metal recess also serves to protect the monitor from damage during installation.

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