Jireh Rotix User manual

ROTIX
3-Axis Nozzle Scanner
CE0209 Rev 00

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SAFETY WARNINGS / PRECAUTIONS
CAUTION! 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 54)
WARNING! HOT SURFACE. The High Temperature 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. QuickLink Components 8
4.1.7. J400 Encoder Cable 9
4.1.8. Cable Management, Dovetail Mount 9
4.1.9. Irrigation Kit 9
4.1.10. Tools 10
4.1.11. Case 10
4.2. Base High Temperature Components 11
4.2.1. High Temperature Low Profile Link 11
4.2.2. Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder 11
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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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. QuickLink Components 13
4.2.7. J400 Encoder Cable 14
4.2.8. High Temperature Cable Management 14
4.2.9. Irrigation Kit 14
4.2.10. Tools 15
4.2.11. Case 15
4.3. Tools 15
4.3.1. Included tools 15
Chapter5 Preparation For Use 16
5.1. Configurations 16
5.1.1. Nozzle Scanner 16
5.1.2. High Temperature Nozzle Scanner 17
5.2. Low Profile Link Adjustment and Setup 18
5.2.1. Brake 18
5.2.2. Frame Bar Attachment 19
5.2.3. Encoder Connections 20
5.2.4. Cable Clip 20
5.3. Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder 21
5.3.1. Probe Holder Setup 22
5.3.2. Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder Adjustment 24
5.3.3. Skew Angle Adjustment 26
5.3.4. Pivot Buttons 27
5.4. Slider PPS 28
5.4.1. Slider PPS Encoder 30
5.5. Connecting QuickLinks & Dovetail Links 31
5.5.1. Connecting QuickLinks 31
5.5.2. Disconnecting QuickLinks 31
5.5.3. Disconnecting the Dovetail QuickLink 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
Chapter6 Operation 37
6.1. Setup of ROTIX on Scanning Surface 37

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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
10.3. High Temperature Low Profile Link 47
10.4. High Temperature Kit Components 48
10.4.1. Encoder Connector Type 49
10.4.2. ROTIX Case 49
10.5. Probe Positioning 50
10.5.1. Slider Probe Positioning System (Slider PPS) 50
10.5.2. Slider PPS Encoded Leadscrew 50
10.6. Encoded Skew Vertical Probe Holder 51
10.7. Probe Holder Components 52
10.7.1. Pivot Button Style 52
10.8. Variable Components 52
10.8.1. Frame Bar with Ruler 52
10.9. Accessories 53
10.9.1. Cable Management 53
10.9.2. High Temperature Cable Management, Dovetail Mount 53
Chapter11 Disposal 54
Chapter12 Limited Warranty 55
Chapter13 Appendix 56
13.1. Chain Configuration Setup Chart 57

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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 10.2 cm (4 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 and 50° C (-4° F and 122° F).
The High Temperature ROTIX is required for surface temperatures between
50°C and 350°C (122°F and 662°F).
2.1.2. Dimensions and Weight
1Low profile link width 8 cm (3.2 in)
2Low profile link depth 25 cm (9.8 in)
3Low profile link height 6.1 cm (2.4 in)
Low profile link weight 0.55 kg (1.12 lb)
4Encoded skew vertical probe holder width 11.6 cm (4.6 in)
5Encoded skew vertical probe holder depth 13.2 - 14.2 cm (5.2 - 5.6 in)
6Encoded skew vertical probe holder height 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 an
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 around the circumference of the pipe/
tube nozzle (Fig. 3).
Skew Angle The probe’s direction can be adjusted independently (Fig. 4).
Fig. 3 - Nozzle scanning Fig. 4 - Skew