Jireh Microbe User manual

MICROBE
Manual Magnetic Scanner
BT0179 Rev 04.5

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SAFETY WARNINGS / PRECAUTIONS
DANGER! The MICROBE is designed for a specic use. Using the
MICROBE 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 MICROBE 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 - Frame bar on page 10)

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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
2.2. Dimensions and Weight 2
2.4. Environmental Sealing 3
2.5. Performance Specifications 3
Chapter3 Definitions 4
3.1. Definition of Symbols 4
Chapter4 System components 5
4.1. Component Identification 5
4.2. Tools 6
4.2.1. Included tools 6
4.2.2. Optional tools 6
4.3. Cart 7
4.3.1. Cart Body 7
4.3.2. Cart Handle 7
4.3.3. Brake Handle 7
4.3.4. Wheels 8
4.3.5. Umbilical Housing 8
4.3.6. Front Pivot 9
4.3.7. Rear Pivot 9
4.4. Pivot Buttons 10
4.5. Frame Bar 10
4.6. Slip Joint Probe Holder 11
4.6.1. Probe Holder Setup 11
4.6.2. Probe Holder Adjustment 13
4.6.3. Probe Holder Force Adjustment 13
4.6.4. Slip Joint Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 15
4.7. Vertical Probe Holder 17
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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4.7.1. Probe Holder Setup 17
4.7.2. Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment 19
4.7.3. Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment 20
4.7.4. Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment 21
4.7.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 22
4.8. Magnetic Wheel Kit 24
4.9. Pre-Amp Bracket 25
Chapter5 Preparation for Use 26
5.1. Configurations 26
5.1.1. One Probe Cantilever 26
5.1.2. Two Probe 26
5.1.3. Two Probe Cantilever 27
5.1.4. Four Probe 27
Chapter6 Operation 28
6.1. MICROBE Setup on a Scanning Surface 28
Chapter7 Maintenance 30
Chapter8 Troubleshooting 31
8.1. Technical Support 31
Chapter9 Spare Parts 32
9.1. MICROBE Cart 32
9.2. Kit Components 34
9.2.1. Encoder Connector Type 35
9.3. Accessories 35
9.3.1. Magnetic Wheel Kit 35
9.3.2. Pre-Amp Bracket 35
9.4. Probe Holders 36
9.4.1. Slip Joint Probe Holder Parts 36
9.4.2. Vertical Probe Holder Parts 37
9.5. Probe Holder Components 38
9.5.1. Arm Style 38
9.5.2. Yoke Style 38
9.5.3. Swing Arm Style 38
9.5.4. Pivot Button Style 38

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9.6. Variable Components 39
9.6.1. Frame Bars 39
Chapter10 Disposal 40
Chapter11 Limited Warranty 41

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Chapter 1
IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product brand
This user manual describes the proper safety precautions, setup and use of the
MICROBE manual magnetic scanner.
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 MICROBE is a hand held scanner with built-in encoder and magnetic wheels. It
is designed to translate phased array and/or TOFD probes around ferrous piping and
vessels.
2.1.1. Operating limits
Minimum Maximum
Pipe/tube range, outer diameter
(2 probe)
3.8 cm (1.5 in) Flat
Pipe/tube range, outer diameter
(4 probe)
8.8 cm (3.5 in) Flat
Pipe/tube range, longitudinal 7.6 cm (3.0 in) Flat
Pipe/tube range, inner diameter 152.4 cm (60 in) Flat
2.1.2. Operating environment
The MICROBE is designed for use in industrial environments that are between
-20° C (-4° F) and 50° C (122° F).
2.2. Dimensions and Weight
A
B
C
Fig. 1 - Single wheel dimensions

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A: (Fig. 1-A) 8 cm 3.15 in
B: (Fig. 1-B) 17.2 cm 6.8 in
C: (Fig. 1-C) 8.1 cm 3.2 in
D: (Fig. 2-D) 11 cm 4.3 in
Umbilical length (standard kit): 5 m (16.4 in)
Cart weight: 0.77 kg (1.7 lb)*
*Cart weight with umbilical housing but not including cabling.
2.4. Environmental Sealing
Dust-tight, water tight (not submersible).
2.5. Performance Specifications
X-Axis encoder resolution 19.1 counts/mm (485.1 counts/inch)
D
B
C
Fig. 2 - Double wheel 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, can also indicate
insertion or movement of parts.

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Chapter 4
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
4.1. Component Identification
Fig. 3 - MICROBE Cart
BTA010
Fig. 4 - MICROBE/ROTIX Umbilical Housing
UMA012-
Fig. 5 - Frame Bar
BG0038-
Fig. 6 - Magnetic Wheel
BTS031
Fig. 7 - Slip Joint Probe Holder
PHA012-
Fig. 8 - Irrigation Kit
CMG007
Fig. 9 - Battery Powered Optical Guide
CXS080
Fig. 10 - 3/8 in Wrench
EA470
Fig. 11 - 3 mm Hex Wrench
EA414