Jireh STIX User manual

STIX
Magnetic Long Seam Scanner
BG0104 Rev 03.3

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SAFETY WARNINGS \ PRECAUTIONS
DANGER! The STIX is designed for a specic use. Using the STIX
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 STIX AND MUST BE RETAINED FOR THE LIFE OF
THE PRODUCT. PASS ON TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS.
Ensure any amendments are incorporated with this document.
WARNING! MAGNETIC MATERIAL. The wheels of this device
produce a magnetic eld which may cause failure or permanent damage to
items such as watches, memory devices, CRT monitors, medical devices or
other electronics.
People with pacemakers or ICD’s must stay at least 25 cm (10 in) away at all
times.
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 also“Disposal”on page 45).

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Chapter1 Identification 1
1.1. Product Brand 1
1.1.1. 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 2
2.4. Performance Specifications 2
Chapter3 Definitions 3
3.1. Definitions of Symbols 3
3.2. Definition of Terms 3
Chapter4 System Components 4
4.1. Component Identification 4
4.2. Tools 5
4.3. Dual Pivot Frame Bar 6
4.4. Wheel Block with Handle 7
4.4.1. Wheel Block with Handle Orientation 7
4.4.2. Wheel Block with Handle Mounting 9
4.4.3. Wheel Block with Handle Positioning 9
4.4.4. Wheel Block with Handle Cable Management 10
4.4.5. Wheel Installation 11
4.4.6. Brakes 12
4.4.7. Ratchet Lever 12
4.5. Spring-Loaded Encoder 13
4.5.1. Longitudinal Setup 13
4.5.2. Circumferential Setup 13
4.6. Vertical Probe Holder 14
4.6.1. Probe Holder Setup 14
4.6.2. Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment 15

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4.6.3. Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment 16
4.6.4. Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment 17
4.6.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 18
4.7. Pivot Buttons 20
4.8. Cable Management 20
4.8.1. Cable Management Dovetail Mount 21
4.8.2. Cable Management Setup 21
4.8.3. Clamp Setup 22
4.9. Battery Powered Optical Guide 23
4.10. Pre-Amp Bracket 25
Chapter5 Preparation For Use 26
5.1. Configurations 26
5.1.1. Circumferential, Two Probe Phased Array 26
5.1.2. Circumferential, Four Probe 27
5.1.3. Longitudinal, Two Probe Phased Array 28
5.1.4. Longitudinal, Four Probe 29
Chapter6 Operation 30
6.1. Setup of a STIX on a Circumferential Scan Surface 30
6.2. Setup of a STIX on a Longitudinal Scan Surface 32
6.3. Additional Set-up Information 35
6.3.1. Longitudinal probe holder adjustment 35
6.3.2. Dual pivot frame bar height adjustment 36
Chapter7 Maintenance 37
Chapter8 Troubleshooting 38
8.1. Technical Support 38
Chapter9 Spare Parts 39
9.1. Scanner 39
9.2. Kit Components 40
9.2.1. Encoder Connector Type 41
9.3. Accessories 41
9.3.1. Pre-Amp Bracket 41
9.3.2. Cable Management 41
9.3.3. Cable Management Length 42
9.3.4. Battery Powered Optical Guide 42

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9.4. Vertical Probe Holder 43
9.5. Probe Holder Components 44
9.5.1. Arm Style 44
9.5.2. Yoke Style 44
9.5.3. Pivot Button Style 44
Chapter10 Disposal 45
Chapter11 Limited Warranty 46

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Chapter 1
IDENTIFICATION
1.1. Product Brand
This user manual describes the proper safety precautions, setup and use of the STIX
manual magnetic scanner.
1.1.1. 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 STIX long seam scanner is a longitudinal and circumferential manual magnetic
scanner.
2.1.1. Operating Limits
Minimum Maximum
Circumferential pipe range 25.4 cm (10 in) Flat
Longitudinal pipe range 15.24 cm (6 in) Flat
2.1.2. Operating environment
The STIX magnetic 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
Encoder cable length (Standard kit) 5 m (16.4 ft)
Frame weight 1.9 kg (4.25 lb)
2.3. Environmental Sealing
Watertight (submersible), (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1 for details)
2.4. Performance Specifications
Scan encoder resolution 9.05 counts/mm (230.0 counts/inch)

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Chapter 3
DEFINITIONS
3.1. Definitions of Symbols
Denotes movement. Instructing user to carry out action in
a specified direction.
Indicates alignment axis.
Indicates user ‘look here’ or ‘see this part’.
3.2. Definition of Terms
Circumferential Direction of scan travel is around the
circumference of the pipe/tube (Fig. 1).
Longitudinal Direction of scan travel is lengthwise of the
pipe/tube (Fig. 2).
Fig. 1 - Circumferential scanning Fig. 2 - Longitudinal scanning

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Chapter 4
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
4.1. Component Identification
The STIX system may utilize the following components:
Fig. 3 - Long seam Scanner
BGA018
Fig. 4 - Vertical Probe Holder
PHA015-
Fig. 5 - Spring-Loaded Encoder
BGS053-
Fig. 6 - Irrigation Kit
CMG007
Fig. 7 - STIX Case
BGA005
Fig. 8 - Battery Powered Optical Guide
CXS080
Fig. 9 - Cable Management, dovetail mount
CES044-
Fig. 10 - Pre-Amp Bracket
CES029-
Fig. 11 - Magnetic Wheel
BTS031
Fig. 12 - 3/8 Wrench
EA470
Fig. 13 - 3 mm Hex Driver
EA414

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4.2. Tools
The 3 mm hex driver (Fig. 14) is sucient for all typical operations and adjustments of
the STIX.
The 3/8 in wrench (Fig. 15) is used to remove and install buttons on the probe holders.
Fig. 14 - 3 mm hex driver Fig. 15 - 3/8 in wrench