Jireh Rotix User manual

ROTIX
3-Axis Nozzle Scanner
CE0160 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.
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 52)
WARNING! HOT SURFACE. The ROTIX may reach temperatures
that may cause burns if contacted with bare skin. Wear heat resistant safety
gloves when handling.
WARNING! DO NOT DISASSEMBLE. No user-serviceable parts.
Disassembling any of the components in this product, beyond the
instructions in this user manual, could void the regulatory certications and/
or effect the safety of the product.

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Chapter1 Identification 1
1.1. Product Brand 1
1.2. Manufacturer 1
Chapter2 Product Specifications 2
2.1. Base ROTIX Specifications 2
2.1.1. Intended Use 2
2.1.2. Dimensions and Weight 2
2.2.1. Environmental Sealing 4
2.2.2. Performance Specifications 4
Chapter3 Definitions 5
3.1. Definitions of Symbols 5
3.2. Definitions of Terms 5
Chapter4 System Components 6
4.1. Base System Components 6
4.1.1. Low Profile Link 6
4.1.2. Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder 6
4.1.3. Frame Bar with Ruler 7
4.1.4. Slider PPS Encoder 7
4.1.5. Slider Probe Positioning System 7
4.1.6. ROTIX - Short Link 8
4.1.7. ROTIX - Short Link with Dovetail 8
4.1.8. ROTIX - Long Link 8
4.1.9. ROTIX - Buckle 9
4.1.10. ROTIX - Catch Link 9
4.1.11. J400 Encoder Cable 9
4.1.12. Cable Management, Dovetail Mount 10
4.1.13. Irrigation Kit 10
4.1.14. Tools 10
4.1.15. Case 10
4.2. Base High Temperature Components 11
4.2.1. High Temperature Low Profile Link 11
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4.2.2. Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder 11
4.2.3. Frame Bar with Ruler 12
4.2.4. Slider PPS Encoder 12
4.2.5. Slider Probe Positioning System 12
4.2.6. High Temperature Short Link 13
4.2.7. High Temperature Dovetail Link 13
4.2.8. High Temperature Long Link 13
4.2.9. High Temperature Buckle 14
4.2.10. High Temperature Catch Link 14
4.2.11. Short Transition Link 14
4.2.12. J400 Encoder Cable 15
4.2.13. High Temperature Cable Management 15
4.2.14. Irrigation Kit 15
4.2.15. Tools 16
4.2.16. Case 16
4.3. Tools 16
4.3.1. Included tools 16
Chapter5 Preparation For Use 17
5.1. Configurations 17
5.1.1. Nozzle Scanner 17
5.1.2. High Temperature Nozzle Scanner 18
5.2. Low Profile Link Adjustment and Setup 19
5.2.1. Brake 19
5.2.2. Frame Bar Attachment 20
5.2.3. Encoder Connections 20
5.2.4. Cable Clip 21
5.3. Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder 22
5.3.1. Probe Holder Setup 23
5.3.2. Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder Adjustment 25
5.3.3. Skew Angle Adjustment 27
5.3.4. Pivot Buttons 28
5.4. Slider PPS 29
5.4.1. Slider PPS Encoder 31
5.5. Chain Components 32
5.5.1. Chain Connection 32
5.6. Cable Management System 33
5.6.1. Cable Management Dovetail Mount 33
5.6.2. Cable Management Setup 34
5.6.3. Clamp Setup 35
5.7. Cable Clip 36

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Chapter6 Operation 37
6.1. Setup of ROTIX on Scanning Surface 37
6.2. Using a Slider Probe Positioning System 41
Chapter7 Maintenance 42
Chapter8 Troubleshooting 43
8.1. Technical Support 43
Chapter9 Service and Repair 44
Chapter10 Spare Parts 45
10.1. Low Profile Link 45
10.2. Kit Components 46
10.2.1. Encoder Connector Type 47
10.2.2. Probe Positioning 48
10.2.3. Slider Probe Positioning System (Slider PPS) 48
10.2.4. Slider PPS Encoded Leadscrew 48
10.3. Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder 49
10.4. Probe Holder Components 50
10.4.1. Pivot Button Style 50
10.5. Variable Components 50
10.5.1. Frame Bar with Ruler 50
10.6. Accessories 51
10.6.1. Cable Management 51
10.6.2. High Temperature Cable Management, Dovetail Mount 51
Chapter11 Disposal 52
Chapter12 Limited Warranty 53
Chapter13 Appendix 54
13.1. Chain Configuration Setup Chart 55

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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
-Nozzle 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. Base ROTIX Specifications
This section outlines the product specifications of the Base ROTIX System.
2.1.1. Intended Use
The ROTIX nozzle scanner is a manually operated chain scanning system.
Its primary purpose is to move an ultrasonic probe circumferentially around
pipe nozzles and to provide encoded positional information, encoded probe
positional information and encoded skew information.
2.1.1.1 Operating Limits
Category Parameter Specification
Inspection Surface Minimum nozzle range 7.6 cm (3 in)
Maximum nozzle range 60 cm (24 in)
2.1.1.2 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 - 350°C (122°F - 662°F).
2.1.2. Dimensions and Weight
Low profile link width (Fig. 1-1) 8 cm (3.2 in)
Low profile link length (Fig. 1-2) 18.8 cm (7.4 in)
Low profile link height (Fig. 1-3) 6.1 cm (2.4 in)
Low profile link weight 0.53 kg (1.2 lb)
Encoded skew vertical probe holder width (Fig. 2-1) 11.6 cm (4.6 in)
Encoded skew vertical probe holder length (Fig. 2-2) 10.4 cm (4.1 in)
Encoded skew vertical probe holder height (Fig. 2-3) 32.2 cm (12.7 in)
Encoded skew vertical probe holder weight 0.75 kg (1.7 lb)

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Fig. 1 - Low profile link dimensions
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Fig. 2 - Encoded skew vertical probe holder dimensions

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2.2.1. Environmental Sealing
Dust-tight, watertight (not submersible).
2.2.2. Performance Specifications
X-Axis encoder resolution 16.3 counts/mm (414.5 counts/inch)
Y-Axis encoder resolution (slider PPS) 161.3 counts/mm (4096.0 counts/inch)
Skew encoder resolution 2.84 counts/deg

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Chapter 3
DEFINITIONS
3.1. Definitions of Symbols
Instructions to ‘look here’ or to ‘see this part.’
Denotes movement. Instructing users to carry out action
in a specified direction.
Indicates alignment axis
Alerts user that the view has changed to a reverse angle.
3.2. Definitions of Terms
Nozzle Direction of scan travel is around the circumference of the
pipe/tube (Fig. 3).
Fig. 3 - Nozzle scanning