Jireh Microbe User manual

Manual Magnetic Scanner
BT0179 Rev 03.5

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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 Disposal on page 26)
Jireh Industries Ltd.
53158 Range Road 224
Ardrossan, Alberta, Canada
T8E 2K4
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
jireh-industries.com
DISTRIBUTOR: MANUFACTURER:

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Chapter
1
Introduction 1
1.1. Product information 1
1.1.1. Intended use 1
1.1.2. Performance specifications 1
1.1.3. Operating environment 1
1.1.4. Environmental Sealing 1
1.2. Definition of symbols 1
1.3. Hardware 2
1.3.1. Included tools 2
1.3.2. Optional tools 2
1.3.3. Maintenance 2
Chapter
2
Configurations 3
2.1. One Probe Cantilever 3
2.2. Two Probe 3
2.3. Two Probe Cantilever 4
2.4. Four Probe 4
Chapter
3
Operation 5
3.1. Microbe Setup on a Scanning Surface 5
Chapter
4
Component Overview 7
4.1. Cart 7
4.1.1. Cart Body 7
4.1.2. Cart Handle 7
4.1.3. Brake Handle 7
4.1.4. Wheels 8
4.1.5. Umbilical Housing 8
4.1.6. Frame Bar 9
4.1.7. Front Pivot 9
4.1.8. Rear Pivot 9
4.1.9. Pivot Buttons 10
4.2. Slip Joint Probe Holder 11
4.2.1. Probe Holder Setup 11
4.2.2. Probe Holder Adjustment 13
4.2.3. Probe Holder Force Adjustment 13
4.2.4. Slip Joint Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 15
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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4.3. Vertical Probe Holder 17
4.3.1. Probe Holder Setup 17
4.3.2. Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment 19
4.3.3. Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment 20
4.3.4. Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment 21
4.3.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 22
4.4. Magnetic Wheel Kit 24
4.5. Pre-Amp Bracket 25
Chapter
5
Service and Support 26
5.1. Troubleshooting 26
5.2. Technical Support 26
5.3. Disposal 26
Chapter
6
Spare Parts 27
6.1. Microbe Cart 27
6.2. Kit Components 29
6.2.1. Encoder Connector Type 30
6.3. Accessories 30
6.3.1. Magnetic Wheel Kit 30
6.3.2. Pre-Amp Bracket 30
6.4. Probe Holders 31
6.4.1. Slip Joint Probe Holder Parts 31
6.4.2. Vertical Probe Holder Parts 32
6.5. Probe Holder Components 33
6.5.1. Arm Style 33
6.5.2. Yoke Style 33
6.5.3. Swing Arm Style 33
6.5.4. Pivot Button Style 33
6.6. Variable Components 34
6.6.1. Frame Bars 34
Chapter
7
Limited Warranty 35

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PAGE 1 of 36 BT0179 Rev 03.5
CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1. Product information
1.1.1. 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.
1.1.2. Performance specications
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
Umbilical Length (Standard Kit) 5 m (16.4 in)
X-axis Encoder Resolution 19.1 counts/mm (487.7 counts/inch)
1.1.3. Operating environment
The MICROBE is designed for use in industrial environments that are between
-20° C (-4° F) and 50° C (122° F).
1.1.4. Environmental Sealing
Dust tight, water tight (not submersible).
1.2. Denition of symbols
Instructions to ‘look here’ or to ‘see this part’
Denotes movement. Instructing user to carry out
action in a specied direction.
Indicates alignment axis, can also indicate
insertion or movement of parts.

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1.3. Hardware
1.3.1. Included tools
The 3 mm hex driver (Fig. 1) is sufcient for all typical operations and adjust-
ments of the MICROBE. The 3/8 in wrench (Fig. 2) is used to remove and
install buttons on the probe holders.
1.3.2. Optional tools
Some specialized adjustments require tools that are not included with this kit.
1.3.3. Maintenance
General cleaning of components is important to keep your system working
well. All components that have no wiring or cables are completely waterproof.
Components can be washed with warm water, dish soap and a medium bristle
brush.
Before using the scanner, ensure all connectors are free of water and
moisture.
NOTE: All components with wiring, cables or electrical connections are splash
proof. However, these components are NOT submersible.
NOTE: Never use strong solvents or abrasive materials to clean your scanner
components.
Fig. 1 - 3 mm hex driver Fig. 2 - 3/8 in wrench
Fig. 3 - 1.5 mm hex
wrench
Fig. 4 - 2 mm
hex wrench
Fig. 5 - 2.5 mm
hex wrench
Fig. 6 - 3 mm
hex wrench

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CHAPTER 2
CONFIGURATIONS
2.1. One Probe Cantilever
2.2. Two Probe
Fig. 7 - One probe cantilever conguration
Fig. 8 - Two probe conguration

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2.3. Two Probe Cantilever
2.4. Four Probe
Fig. 9 - Two probe cantilever conguration
Fig. 10 - Four probe conguration

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CHAPTER 3
OPERATION
3.1. Microbe Setup on a Scanning Surface
1. Assemble the appropriate
conguration to the cart (Fig. 11).
Install the wedge and probes that
will be used (see Slip Joint Probe
Holder on page 11).
2. Route cables and hoses through
the cart handle as a means of cable
management (Fig. 12)
3. Ensure cart’s brake is locked (see
Brake Handle on page 7).
4. Place the congured MICROBE on
the scan surface (Fig. 13).
TIP: Use caution when placing
equipment on the scan
surface. The magnetized
wheels can cause the
assembly to jump towards
the inspection surface.
Fig. 11 - Assemble conguration
Fig. 12 - Cable management
Fig. 13 - Place on scan surface