Jireh Rotix User manual

ROTIX
Manual Weld Frame Scanner
CE0120 Rev 05

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SAFETY WARNINGS / PRECAUTIONS
DANGER! The ROTIX is designed for a specic use. Using the
ROTIX outside of its intended use could cause damage to the product.
Read and understand this manual before using.
KEEP THIS MANUAL – DO NOT LOSE
THIS MANUAL IS PART OF THE ROTIX AND MUST BE RETAINED FOR THE LIFE OF
THE PRODUCT. PASS ON TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS.
Ensure any amendments are incorporated with this document.
WARNING! MAGNETIC MATERIAL. The wheels of this device
produce a magnetic eld which may cause failure or permanent damage to
items such as watches, memory devices, CRT monitors, medical devices or
other electronics.
People with pacemakers or ICD’s must stay at least 25 cm (10 in) away at all
times.
WARNING! Do NOT operate scanner in an explosive environment.
Do NOT operate scanner in the presence of volatile substances.
The WEEE symbol indicates that the product must not be disposed of as
unsorted municipal waste, but should be collected separately.
(see Disposal on page 49 for additional details).
WARNING! HOT SURFACE. The ROTIX may reach
temperatures that may cause burns if contacted with bare skin. Wear heat
resistant safety gloves when handling.

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Chapter1 Identification 1
1.1. Product Brand 1
1.1.1. Manufacturer 1
Chapter2 Product Specifications 2
2.1. Intended Use 2
2.1.1. Operating Limits 2
2.1.2. Operating Environment 2
2.2. Dimensions and Weight 2
2.3. Environmental Sealing 3
2.4. Performance Specifications 3
Chapter3 Definitions 4
3.1. Definition of Symbols 4
Chapter4 System Components 5
4.1. Component Identification 5
4.2. Tools 8
4.2.1. Included Tools 8
4.2.2. Optional tools 8
4.3. Overhead Adjustable Link 9
4.4. Wheel Block with Handle 10
4.4.1. Wheel Removal/Installation 10
4.5. Double Chain Mount 11
4.6. Cable Clips 11
4.7. Spring-Loaded Encoder 12
4.8. Frame Bar 12
4.9. Pivot Buttons 12
4.10. Chain Connection 13
4.11. Ratchet Lever 13
4.12. Slip Joint Probe Holder 14
4.12.1. Probe Holder Setup 14
4.12.2. Probe Holder Adjustment 16
4.12.3. Probe Holder Force Adjustment 16
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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4.12.4. Slip Joint Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 18
4.13. Cable Management System 20
4.13.1. Cable Management Dovetail Mount 20
4.13.2. Cable Management Setup 21
4.13.3. Clamp Setup 22
4.14. Reduced Width Scanning Kit 22
4.15. Vertical Probe Holder 23
4.15.1. Probe Holder Setup 23
4.15.2. Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment 24
4.15.3. Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment 25
4.15.4. Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment 26
4.15.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 27
4.16. High Temperature Weld Frame Scanner 29
4.17. Magnetic Wheel Kit 30
4.18. Pre-amp Bracket 31
Chapter5 Configurations 32
5.1. Two Probe Scanning 32
5.2. Four Probe Scanning 32
5.3. Four Probe Cantilever Scanning 33
Chapter6 Operation 34
6.1. Setup of ROTIX on a Scanning Surface 34
Chapter7 Maintenance 38
Chapter8 Troubleshooting 39
8.1. Technical Support 39
Chapter9 Spare Parts 40
9.1. Standard Kit Components 40
9.2. High Temperature Kit Components 41
9.2.1. Encoder Connector Type 42
9.3. Accessories 42
9.3.1. Cable Management, Dovetail Mount 42
9.3.1.1 Cable Management Sleeving 42
9.3.2. High Temperature Cable Management, Dovetail Mount 43
9.3.3. Pre-Amp Bracket 43

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9.3.4. Magnetic Wheel Kit 43
9.3.5. Reduced Width Scanning Kit 44
9.3.6. Probe Holders 45
9.3.7. Slip Joint Probe Holder Parts 45
9.3.8. Vertical Probe Holder Parts 46
9.4. Probe Holder Components 47
9.4.1. Arm Style 47
9.4.2. Yoke Style 47
9.4.3. Swing Arm Style 47
9.4.4. Pivot Button Style 47
9.5. Variable Components 48
9.5.1. Frame Bars 48
Chapter10 Disposal 49
Chapter11 Limited Warranty 50
Chapter12 Appendix 52
12.1. Two Probe Chain Configuration Setup Chart 52
12.2. Four Probe Chain Configuration Setup Chart 53

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Chapter 1
IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product Brand
This user manual describes the proper safety precautions, setup and use of the ROTIX
weld frame scanner.
1.1.1. Manufacturer
Jireh Industries Ltd.
53158 Range Road 224
Ardrossan, Alberta, Canada
T8E 2K4
780.922.4534
jireh.com
DISTRIBUTOR: MANUFACTURER:

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Chapter 2
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
2.1. Intended Use
The ROTIX chain scanner is a manually operated scanner which provides encoded
probe positions of two or four probes. The double wheel chain components straddle
the weld and fasten a scanning frame circumferentially around pipe or tubing.
2.1.1. Operating Limits
Minimum Maximum
Pipe/Tube range (2 Probe) 10.1 cm (4 in) 96.5 cm (38 in)
Pipe/Tube range (4 Probe) 11.4 cm (4.5 in) 96.5 cm (38 in)
2.1.2. Operating Environment
The ROTIX chain scanner is designed for use in an industrial environment that is
between -20° C (-4°F) and 50° C (122°F).
The ROTIX - High Temperature Kit is required for surface temperatures between
50°C - 150°C (122°F - 302°F).
2.2. Dimensions and Weight
3
1
2
Fig. 1 - Frame dimensions

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1: Frame width (Fig. 1-1): 38.5 cm (15.2 in)
2: Frame depth (Fig. 1-2): 17.5 cm (6,9 in)
3: Frame height (Fig. 1-3): 10.5 cm (4.1 in)
4: HT frame width (Fig. 2-4) 43.5 cm (17.1 in)
5: HT frame depth (Fig. 2-5) 12.5 cm (4.9 in)
6: HT frame height (Fig. 2-6) 10.5 cm (4.1 in)
Encoder cable length 5 m (16.4 in)
2.3. Environmental Sealing
Watertight (submersible) (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1 for details).
2.4. Performance Specifications
X-Axis encoder resolution 9.05 counts/mm (230.0 counts/in)
High Temperature X-Axis encoder
resolution
4.28 counts/mm (108.7 counts/in)
4
5
6
Fig. 2 - High temperature frame dimensions

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Chapter 3
DEFINITIONS
3.1. Definition of Symbols
Instructions to ‘look here’ or to ‘see this part’.
Denotes movement. Instructing user to carry out action
in a specified direction.
Indicates alignment axis.
Alerts user that view has changed to a reverse angle.

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Chapter 4
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
4.1. Component Identification
Fig. 3 - Short link
CES033
Fig. 4 - Long link
Fig. 5 - Dovetail link
CES040
Fig. 6 - Buckle
CES035
Fig. 7 - Catch link
CES035
Fig. 8 - Overhead adjustable link
CES031
Fig. 9 - Spring-loaded encoder
BGS053-
Fig. 10 - Wheel block with handle
CES070
Fig. 11 - Slip joint probe holder
PHA012-