Jireh STIX User manual

Magnetic Long Seam Scanner
BG0104 Rev 01.3

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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 34).
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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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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. Terminology 2
1.4. Hardware 2
1.4.1. Included tools 2
1.4.2. Maintenance 3
Chapter
2
Configuration 4
2.1. Circumferential Two Probe Phased Array 4
2.2. Circumferential Four Probe 5
2.3. Longitudinal Two Probe Phased Array 6
2.4. Longitudinal Four Probe 7
Chapter
3
Operation 8
3.1. Setup of a STIX on a Circumferential Scan Surface 8
3.2. Setup of a STIX on a Longitudinal Scan Surface 10
3.3. Additional Set-up Information 13
3.3.1. Longitudinal probe holder adjustment 13
3.3.2. Dual pivot frame bar height adjustment 14
Chapter
4
System Components 15
4.1. Dual Pivot Frame Bar 15
4.2. Wheel Block with Handle 16
4.2.1. Wheel Block with Handle Orientation 16
4.2.2. Wheel Block with Handle Mounting 18
4.2.3. Wheel Block with Handle Positioning 18
4.2.4. Wheel Block with Handle Cable Management 19
4.2.5. Wheel Installation 20
4.2.6. Brakes 21
4.2.7. Ratchet Lever 21

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4.3. Trailing Encoder 22
4.4. Vertical Probe Holder 22
4.4.1. Probe Holder Setup 23
4.4.2. Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment 24
4.4.3. Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment 25
4.4.4. Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment 26
4.4.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 27
4.5. Pivot Buttons 29
4.6. Cable Management System 29
4.6.1. Zipper Tube Dovetail Mount 30
4.6.2. Zipper Tube Setup 30
4.6.3. Clamp Setup 31
4.7. Battery Powered Laser Guide 32
Chapter
5
Service and Support 34
5.1. Troubleshooting 34
5.2. Technical Support 34
5.3. Disposal 34
Chapter
6
Spare Parts 35
6.1. Scanner 35
6.2. Kit Components 36
6.2.1. Encoder Connector Type 37
6.3. Accessories 37
6.3.1. Pre-Amp Bracket 37
6.3.2. Zipper Tube 37
6.3.3. Zipper Tube Length 38
6.3.4. Battery Powered Laser 38
6.4. Vertical Probe Holder 39
6.5. Probe Holder Components 40
6.5.1. Arm Style 40
6.5.2. Yoke Style 40
6.5.3. Pivot Button Style 40
Chapter
7
Limited Warranty 41

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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1. Product information
1.1.1. Intended use
The STIX long seam scanner is a longitudinal and circumferential manual
magnetic scanner.
1.1.2. Performance specications
Minimum Maximum
Circumferential pipe range 25.4 cm (10 in) Flat
Longitudinal pipe range 15.24 cm (6 in) Flat
Umbilical length (Standard kit) 5 m (16.4 ft)
Scan encoder resolution 9.05 counts/mm (230.0 counts/inch)
1.1.3. 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).
1.1.4. Environmental Sealing
Dust tight, water tight (not submersible).
1.2. Denition of symbols
Denotes movement. Instructing user to carry out action
in a specied direction.
Indicates alignment axis.
Indicates user ‘look here’ or ‘see this part’.

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1.3. Terminology
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).
1.4. Hardware
1.4.1. Included tools
The 3 mm hex driver (Fig. 3) is sufcient for all typical operations and
adjustments of the STIX.
The 3/8 in wrench (Fig. 4) is used to remove and install buttons on the probe
holders.
Fig. 1 - Circumferential scanning Fig. 2 - Longitudinal scanning
Fig. 3 - 3 mm hex driver Fig. 4 - 3/8 in wrench

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1.4.2. 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.

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CHAPTER 2
CONFIGURATION
2.1. Circumferential Two Probe Phased Array
Fig. 5 - Circumferential two probe phased array

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2.2. Circumferential Four Probe
Fig. 6 - Circumferential four probe

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2.3. Longitudinal Two Probe Phased Array
Fig. 7 - Longitudinal two probe phased array

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2.4. Longitudinal Four Probe
Fig. 8 - Longitudinal four probe

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CHAPTER 3
OPERATION
3.1. Setup of a STIX on a Circumferential Scan Surface
1. Mount the appropriate
phased array and TOFD
wedges (Fig. 9) to the
probe holders (see “Vertical
Probe Holder” on page 22).
2. Ensure the ratchet levers
of the dual pivot frame bar
are tightly locked (Fig. 10).
NOTE: Wedges and
probes will not
be illustrated.
3. Assemble the appropriate
conguration to the
scanner body (Fig. 11).
4. Mount the trailing encoder (see “Trailing Encoder” on page 22) to the wheel
block with handle (Fig. 11). When possible, mount the trailing encoder in a
position that follows the scanner direction of travel. Mount the probe holders to
the dual pivot frame bar (see “Probe Holder Setup” on page 23).
Fig. 9 - Mount probes and wedges to probe holders
Fig. 10 - Lock dual pivot frame bar levers Fig. 11 - Mount probe holders and encoder

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5. When performing a 4 probe scan, place phased array probe holders on the
longest bar (Fig. 12) of the dual pivot frame bar (Illustrated in red).
6. Ensure the brakes of the scanner are engaged (see “Brakes” on page 21).
7. Place the congured scanner on the scan surface (Fig. 13).
TIP: Use caution when placing equipment on the scan surface. The magnetized
wheels can cause the assembly to lurch towards the metal suddenly.
8. Lower probe holders to scan surface (see “Vertical Probe Holder” on page 22),
release both brakes to begin scanning procedure.
Fig. 12 - Phased array to longest bar
Fig. 13 - Place scanner on scan surface

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3.2. Setup of a STIX on a Longitudinal Scan Surface
1. Mount the appropriate
phased array and TOFD
wedges (Fig. 14) to
the probe holders (see
“Vertical Probe Holder” on
page 22).
2. Ensure the ratchet levers
of the dual pivot frame
bar are tightly locked
(Fig. 15)
NOTE: Wedges and
probes are not
be illustrated.
3. When performing a 4
probe scan, place
phased array probe
holders on the longest bar (Fig. 16) of the dual pivot frame bar (Illustrated in red).
4. Assemble the appropriate conguration to the scanner body (Fig. 18).
5. Mount the trailing encoder (see “Trailing Encoder” on page 22) to the wheel
block with handle (Fig. 18). When possible, mount the trailing encoder in a
position that follows scanner direction of travel. Mount the probe holders to the
dual pivot frame bar (see “Probe Holder Setup” on page 23).
Fig. 14 - Mount probes and wedges to probe holders
Fig. 15 - Lock dual pivot frame bar levers Fig. 16 - Phased array to longest bar
1
2
1
Fig. 17 - Place scanner on scan surface

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6. Loosen the dual pivot frame bar’s ratchet levers (Fig. 15) to allow pivoting of the
frame.
7. Hold the scanner using the wheel block with handles, pivot the frame bars
(Fig. 17-1) so the wheels are perpendicular to the tangent of the scan surface
(Fig. 19), while simultaneously lowering the scanner to position (Fig. 17-2).
Fig. 18 - Mount probe holders and encoder
3.2. Setup of a STIX on a Longitudinal Scan Surface
1. Mount the appropriate
phased array and TOFD
wedges (Fig. 14) to
the probe holders (see
“Vertical Probe Holder” on
page 22).
2. Ensure the ratchet levers
of the dual pivot frame
bar are tightly locked
(Fig. 15)
NOTE: Wedges and
probes are not
be illustrated.
3. When performing a 4
probe scan, place
phased array probe
holders on the longest bar (Fig. 16) of the dual pivot frame bar (Illustrated in red).
4. Assemble the appropriate conguration to the scanner body (Fig. 18).
5. Mount the trailing encoder (see “Trailing Encoder” on page 22) to the wheel
block with handle (Fig. 18). When possible, mount the trailing encoder in a
position that follows scanner direction of travel. Mount the probe holders to the
dual pivot frame bar (see “Probe Holder Setup” on page 23).
Fig. 14 - Mount probes and wedges to probe holders
Fig. 15 - Lock dual pivot frame bar levers Fig. 16 - Phased array to longest bar
1
2
1
Fig. 17 - Place scanner on scan surface

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TIP: Use caution when placing equipment on the scan surface. The magnetized
wheels can cause the assembly to lurch towards the metal suddenly.
8. Ensure the wheels are seated at on the scan surface (Fig. 19)
9. Tighten the ratchet levers of the dual pivot frame bar (Fig. 20).
10. Adjust the height of the probe holders (Fig. 21) using the vertical adjustment
knob (see “Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment” on page 24).
Fig. 19 - Wheels are at on scan surface Fig. 20 - Tighten ratchet levers
Fig. 21 - Adjust probe holder vertical adjustment

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3.3. Additional Set-up Information
The following steps may be required or helpful during certain scan situations.
3.3.1. Longitudinal probe holder adjustment
Scanning pipe diameters less than 30.48 cm (12 in), longitudinal adjustment of
the probe holders may be required.
1. Further information regarding longitudinal probe holder adjustment is
available (see “Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment” on page 26).
Fig. 22 - STIX system prepared for scanning
20 cm (7.87 in)
Fig. 23 - Longitudinal probe holder adjustment

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3.3.2. Dual pivot frame bar height adjustment
Adjusting the position of the wheel blocks with handles can lower the dual
pivot frame bar towards the scan surface if required.
1. Loosen the wheel block with handle wing knob
2. Use the measurement increments (Fig. 28) to position the wheel block with
handle on each side of the dual pivot frame bar (see “Wheel Block with
Handle Positioning” on page 18).
Fig. 24 - Wheel block positioning
Fig. 25 - Dual pivot frame bar lowered towards scan surface

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CHAPTER 4
SYSTEM COMPONENTS
4.1. Dual Pivot Frame Bar
The dual pivot frame bar provides mounting positions for probe holders as well as
ratchet levers which lock the dual pivot frame bar in place.
To pivot the frame bar, follow these steps:
Fig. 26 - Loosen dual pivot frame bar ratchet levers
1
1
2
2
Fig. 27 - Pivot the dual frame bars to required position, lock ratchet levers