Jireh ROTIX CE0142 User manual

ROTIX
Reduced Width Chain Scanner
CE0142 Rev 03

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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! 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 35 for additional details).

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Chapter1 Identification 1
1.1. Product Information 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
2.3. Environmental Sealing 4
2.4. Performance Specifications 4
Chapter3 Definitions 5
3.1. Definition of symbols 5
Chapter4 System Components 6
4.1. Component Identification 6
4.2. Tools 8
4.2.1. Included tools 8
4.2.2. Optional tools 8
4.3. Reduced Width Link 9
4.3.1. Attach a Frame Bar 9
4.3.2. Wheel Removal/Installation 10
4.4. Frame Bar 10
4.5. Pivot Buttons 10
4.6. Chain Connection 11
4.7. Ratchet Lever 11
4.7.1. Cable Management System 12
4.7.2. Cable Management Dovetail Mount 12
4.7.3. Cable Management Setup 13
4.7.4. Clamp Setup 14
4.8. Vertical Probe Holder 15
4.8.1. Probe Holder Setup 15
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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4.8.2. Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment 16
4.8.3. Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment 17
4.8.4. Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment 18
4.8.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 19
4.9. Magnetic Wheel Kit 21
Chapter5 Configurations 22
5.1. Single Probe Scanning 22
5.2. Two Probe Scanning 22
Chapter6 Operation 23
6.1. Setup of ROTIX on a Scanning Surface 23
Chapter7 Maintenance 27
Chapter8 Service and Support 29
8.1. Troubleshooting 29
8.2. Technical Support 29
Chapter9 Spare Parts 30
9.1. Kit Components 30
9.1.1. Encoder Connector Type 31
9.2. Accessories 31
9.2.1. Cable Management 31
9.2.1.1 Cable Management Sleeving 31
9.2.2. Pre-Amp Bracket 32
9.2.3. Magnetic Wheel Kit 32
9.3. Vertical Probe Holder Parts 33
9.4. Probe Holder Components 34
9.4.1. Arm Style 34
9.4.2. Yoke Style 34
9.4.3. Pivot Button Style 34
9.5. Variable Components 34
9.5.1. Frame Bars 34
Chapter10 Disposal 35

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Chapter11 Limited Warranty 36
Chapter12 Appendix 38
12.1. Reduced Width Chain Configuration Setup Chart 38

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Chapter 1
IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product Information
The manually operated ROTIX reduced width chain scanner provides encoded probe
positions of one or two probes while requiring a minimal footprint.
1.2. Manufacturer
DISTRIBUTOR:
Jireh Industries Ltd.
53158 Range Road 224
Ardrossan, Alberta, Canada
T8E 2K4
780.922.4534
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 pipes and vessels.
2.1.1. Operating Limits
Minimum Maximum
Pipe/Tube Range 10.2 cm (4 in) 96.5 cm (38 in)
Radial Scanner Clearance: 9 cm (3.5 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).
2.2. Dimensions and Weight
A
C
A
B
Fig. 1 - Single probe dimensions

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A: 10 cm 3.9 in
B: 21.8 cm 8.6 in
C: 12 cm 4.7 in
D: 25 cm 9.8 in
Link Weight:* 0.64 kg 1.4 lb
Encoder Cable Length:** 5 m 16.4 ft
* Link weight does not include cabling, frame bar or probe holder(s).
** Custom encoder lengths available.
A
C
D
B
Fig. 2 - Two probe dimensions

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2.3. Environmental Sealing
Watertight (submersible), (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1 for additional details).
2.4. Performance Specifications
X-Axis encoder Resolution 16.3 counts/mm (414.5 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.
Alerts user that view has changed to a reverse angle.

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Chapter 4
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
4.1. Component Identification
Fig. 3 - Reduced width ROTIX link
CES046-
Fig. 4 - Frame bar
BG0038-
Fig. 5 - Vertical probe holder
PHA015-
Fig. 6 - Short link
CES033
Fig. 7 - Short link with dovetail
CES040
Fig. 8 - Long link
CES034
Fig. 9 - Catch link
CES035
Fig. 10 - Buckle
CES036
Fig. 11 - Irrigation kit
CMG007

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Fig. 12 - 3 mm hex driver
EA414
Fig. 13 - 3/8 in wrench
EA470
Fig. 14 - ROTIX reduced width case
CEA013

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4.2. Tools
4.2.1. Included tools
The 3 mm hex driver (Fig. 15) is sucient for all typical operations and
adjustments of the ROTIX. The 3/8 in wrench (Fig. 16) is used to remove and
install buttons on the probe holders.
4.2.2. Optional tools
Some specialized adjustments require tools that are not included with this kit.
Fig. 15 - 3 mm hex driver Fig. 16 - 3/8 in wrench
Fig. 17 - 1.5 mm hex
wrench

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4.3. Reduced Width Link
The reduced width link oers a means of non-
ferrous scanning requiring a minimal footprint.
The encoder is built-in to the reduced width
link.
4.3.1. Attach a Frame Bar
To attach a frame bar to the reduced
width link, follow these steps:
1. Loosen the black wing knobs
counterclockwise (Fig. 19).
2. Align the dovetail groove of the frame bar with the dovetail nuts of the link.
Slide the frame bar onto the link (Fig. 19).
Fig. 18 - Reduced width link
Fig. 19 - Loosen wing knobs and attach a frame bar

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3. Position the frame bar where
required and tighten the
black wing knobs.
4.3.2. Wheel Removal/Installation
By hand, tightly grip the wheel to
be removed. Using the supplied
3 mm hex driver (Fig. 15), loosen the
wheel from the axle (Fig. 21).
4.4. Frame Bar
Frame bars (Fig. 22) are used to mount
probe holders, probe positioning systems
and other accessories (see Frame Bars on
page 34).
Frame bars are available in a variety of
lengths.
4.5. Pivot Buttons
Available in a variety of shapes and sizes
fitting various wedge dimensions (see Pivot
Button Style on page 34).
Use the supplied 3/8 in wrench (Fig. 16) to
remove and install pivot buttons (Fig. 23).
Fig. 20 - Tighten wing knobs
Fig. 21 - Wheel removal/installation
Fig. 22 - Frame bar
1
2
Fig. 23 - Pivot buttons

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4.6. Chain Connection
To connect chain components, see these following steps:
1. Pull the pins out from the wheels, twist a quarter turn latching the pins in a
retracted state (Fig. 24).
2. Align the pins with the mounting holes of the component to be connected
(Fig. 25).
3. Twist the pins until they unlatch and extend into the hole of the connected
component (Fig. 26).
4.7. Ratchet Lever
The rachet lever is used for various locking and functions on the ROTIX system.
Occasionally, movement of the lever locking position is required. The lever placement
can be adjusted by following these steps:
1. Pull the ratchet lever away from the base of which it is connected (Fig. 27).
2. Continue to pull while rotating the lever in the appropriate direction (Fig. 28).
3. Release the lever and utilize the new tightening position (Fig. 29).
Fig. 24 - Pull out and twist pins Fig. 25 - Align mounting holes Fig. 26 - Release pins
Fig. 27 - Pull ratchet handle Fig. 28 - Rotate handle Fig. 29 - Tighten handle

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4.7.1. Cable Management System
TIP: When using the cable management, ensure the dovetail link is placed 2nd in the
chain behind the overhead adjustable link.
4.7.2. Cable Management Dovetail Mount
To attach the cable management, follow these steps:
Fig. 30 - Cable management
Fig. 31 - Loosen and slide on Fig. 32 - Tighten knob

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1. Loosen the knob on the cable management dovetail mount. Slide the mount
onto the dovetail link (Fig. 31).
2. Once centred on the dovetail link, tighten the cable management’s dovetail
mount knob (Fig. 32).
4.7.3. Cable Management Setup
The cable management is oered in a variety of lengths and provides a means of
bundling and protecting cables and hoses that run to the scanner.
1. Open the cable management sleeving. Begin at the tube’s dovetail mount
and place the cabling in the sleeve (Fig. 33).
2. Follow the cable placement zipping the sleeving closed (Fig. 34).
3. Once the cable is placed the entire length of sleeving, bring the zipper from
the sleeving’s opposite end, meeting at any point in the middle (Fig. 35).
4. When necessary, the two zippers may be opened to allow any cables to exit
the sleeving anywhere between the ends (Fig. 36).
Fig. 33 - Insert cables and hoses Fig. 34 - Zip up to close
Fig. 35 - Zip opposite end Fig. 36 - Flexibility

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4.7.4. Clamp Setup
If the sleeving becomes disconnected
from the cable management dovetail
mount, follow these instructions to
re-attach the sleeving and dovetail
mount.
1. Loosen the clamp screw using the
supplied 3 mm hex driver.
2. Slide the clamp around the
sleeving first and then slide the
sleeving around the outside of the
cable management dovetail mount
(Fig. 37). Align the zipper opening
and the cable management
dovetail mount opening.
3. Slide the clamp over the sleeving
and cable management dovetail
mount pinching the sleeinvg in
between (Fig. 38).
4. Tighten the clamp screw (Fig. 39).
Fig. 37 - Slide tube around mount
Fig. 38 - Slide clamp onto mount
Fig. 39 - Tighten clamp screw

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4.8. Vertical Probe Holder
ALatch
BProbe Holder Adjustment Knob
CVertical Adjustment Knob
DPivot Buttons
EProbe Holder Arms
FYo k e
GProbe Holder Arm Adjustment Knob
HTransverse Adjustment Screw
IFrame Bar
4.8.1. Probe Holder Setup
To mount a UT wedge in the probe holder, follow these steps:
1. The probe holder adjustment knob allows the probe holder to be attached
to a frame bar, as well as horizontal positioning on a frame bar (Fig. 41).
2. Vertical adjustment knob allows the vertical probe holder height adjustment
(Fig. 42).
3. Position the pivot buttons where necessary, When narrow scanning footprint
is required, use the pivot button holes closets to the yoke (Fig. 43).
TIP: Probe pivoting may be impeded when closer to the yoke.
D
E
H
F
G
B
C
I
A
Fig. 40 - Vertical probe holder
Fig. 41 - Adjust on frame bar Fig. 42 - Vertical adjustment Fig. 43 - Place buttons