Jireh STIX User manual

STIX
Manual Flange Scanner
DX0022 Rev 01

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SAFETY WARNINGS / PRECAUTIONS
DANGER! The STIX is designed for a specic use. Using the STIX
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 STIX AND MUST BE RETAINED FOR THE LIFE OF THE
PRODUCT. PASS ON TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS.
Ensure any amendments are incorporated with this document.
WARNING! Can be harmful to pacemaker and ICD wearers. Stay
at least 25 cm (10 in) away.
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 31 for additional details).

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Chapter1 Identification 1
1.1. Product Brand 1
1.2. Manufacturer 1
Chapter2 Product Specifications 2
2.1. Intended Use 2
2.1.1. Operating Limits 2
2.1.2. Operating environment 2
2.1.3. User 2
2.2. Unintended Use 3
2.3. Dimensions and Weight 3
2.4. Environmental Sealing 3
2.5. Performance Specifications 4
Chapter3 Definitions 5
3.1. Definition of Symbols 5
Chapter4 System Components 6
4.1. Component Identification 6
4.2. Tools 7
4.2.1. Included Tools 7
4.3.
Flange Scanner Frame 8
4.3.1. Articulated Side Frames 8
4.3.2. Probe Centre Spacing 10
4.4. Dovetail Handle 12
4.5. Brake 13
4.6. Flange Scanner Guides 13
4.7. Magnetic Wheels 15
4.7.1. Wheel Removal 15
4.7.2. Wheel Installation 16
4.8. Frame Bar with Ruler 16
4.9. Spring-Loaded Encoder 17
4.10. Cable Clips 17
4.11. Spring-Loaded Probe Holder 18
4.11.1. Probe Holder Setup 18
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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4.12.Pivot Buttons 19
Chapter5 Configurations 20
5.1. Two Probe 20
Chapter6 Operation 21
6.1. Setup on a scan surface 21
Chapter7 Maintenance 25
Chapter8 Troubleshooting 26
8.1. Technical Support 26
Chapter9 Spare Parts 27
9.1. Flange Scanner Components 27
9.1.1. Encoder Connector Type 28
9.2. STIX Kit Components 29
9.3. Probe Holder Components 30
9.3.1. Arm Style 30
9.3.2. Pivot Button Style 30
9.4. Variable Components 30
9.4.1. Frame Bars 30
Chapter10 Disposal 31
Chapter11 Limited Warranty 32

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Chapter 1
IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product Brand
This user manual applies to the STIX - Flange Scanner which is used for a variety of
flange coupling inspection applications such as flange face corrosion.
1.2. Manufacturer
DISTRIBUTOR:
Jireh Industries Ltd.
53158 Range Road 224
Ardrossan, Alberta, Canada
T8E 2K4
Phone: [phone]
jireh.com
MANUFACTURER:

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Chapter 2
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
2.1. Intended Use
The scanner’s primary purpose is to move an inspection tool over a cylindrical surface
for inspection of flanges.
The intended surface is to:
►be free of excess rust, scale, ferrous debris, ice, frost
►have a minimum OD of 102 mm (3 in) for two probe arrangement
2.1.1. Operating Limits
Minimum Maximum
Flange Range, Outer Diameter: 7.6 cm (3 in) Flat
Radial Scanner Clearance (with handles): 9.7 cm (3.8 in)
Radial Scanner Clearance (without handles): 4.1 cm (1.6 in)
2.1.2. Operating environment
►the scanner is intended for industrial use only
►operating ambient temperature between -20° C (-4° F) and 50° C (122° F).
2.1.3. User
►the scanner is intended to be used by persons who have read and
understand the user manual.
►the scanner is intended to be used by persons without limitations in the
physical abilities of the upper and lower limbs, sight, hearing, or anyone with
a pacemaker

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2.2. Unintended Use
The scanner is not intended for:
►operating in ambient temperatures below -20°C (-4°F) or above 50°C (122°F)
►operation on a surface with a temperature greater than 350°C (662°F)
►use at locations having an explosion or fire hazard
2.3. Dimensions and Weight
A: 10 cm 3.9 in
B: 28 cm 11 in
C: 29.8 cm 11.7 in
Frame Weight: 2.4 kg 5.3 lb
Encoder Cable Length (Standard Kit): 5 m 16.4 ft
2.4. Environmental Sealing
Watertight (not submersible), (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1 for details)
A
C
B
Fig. 1 - Flange scanner frame dimensions

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2.5. Performance Specifications
X-Axis Encoder Resolution: 9.05 counts/mm 230.0 counts/inch

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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, can also indicate
insertion or movement of parts.
Alerts user that view has changed to a reverse
angle.