Jireh STIX User manual

BG0089 Rev 04.6
Manual Weld Frame Scanner

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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! Can be harmful to pacemaker and ICD wearers. Stay
at least 25 cm (10 in) away.
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 28 for additional details).
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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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. Hardware 2
1.3.1. Included tools 2
1.3.2. Optional tools 2
1.3.3. Maintenance 2
Chapter
2
Configurations 3
2.1. Two Probe Phased Array 3
2.2. Four Probe 4
2.3. Four Probe Cantilever 4
Chapter
3
Operation 5
3.1. STIX setup on a scan surface 5
Chapter
4
Component Overview 7
4.1. Wheel Block with Handle 7
4.1.1. Wheel Installation 7
4.1.2. Wheel Removal 8
4.1.3. Ratchet Lever 8
4.2. Frame Bar 9
4.3. Trailing Encoder 9
4.4. Pivot Buttons 9
4.5. Cable Clips 10
4.6. Slip Joint Probe Holder 11
4.6.1. Probe Holder Setup 11
4.6.2. Probe Holder Adjustment 13
4.6.3. Probe Holder Force Adjustment 13
4.6.4. Slip Joint Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 15
4.7. Vertical Probe Holder 17
TABLE OF CONTENTS

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4.7.1. Probe Holder Setup 17
4.7.2. Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment 18
4.7.3. Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment 19
4.7.4. Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment 20
4.7.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion 21
4.8. Cable Management System 23
4.8.1. Zipper Tube Dovetail Mount 23
4.8.2. Zipper Tube Setup 24
4.8.3. Clamp Setup 25
4.9. Magnetic Wheel Kit 26
4.10. Pre-Amp Bracket 27
Chapter
5
Service and support 28
5.1. Troubleshooting 28
5.2. Technical Support 28
5.3. Disposal 28
Chapter
6
Spare Parts 29
6.1. STIX Kit Components 29
6.1.1. Encoder Connector Type 30
6.2. Accessories 30
6.2.1. Magnetic Wheel Kit 30
6.2.2. Pre-Amp Bracket 31
6.2.3. Zipper Tube 31
6.3. Probe Holders 32
6.3.1. Slip Joint Probe Holder Parts 32
6.3.2. Vertical Probe Holder Parts 33
6.4. Probe Holder Components 34
6.4.1. Arm Style 34
6.4.2. Yoke Style 34
6.4.3. Swing Arm Style 34
6.4.4. Pivot Button Style 34
6.5. Variable Components 35
6.5.1. Frame Bars 35
Chapter
7
Limited Warranty 36

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CHAPTER 1
INTRODUCTION
1.1. Product information
1.1.1. Intended use
The STIX is a manual magnetic scanner with trailing encoder and magnetic
wheels. It is designed to translate phased array and TOFD probes around
ferrous piping and vessels.
1.1.2. Performance specications
Minimum Maximum
Pipe/Tube Range Outer Diameter 10.2 cm (4 in) Flat
Pipe/Tube Range Inner Diameter 152.4 cm (60 in) Flat
Umbilical Length (Standard Kit) 5 m (16.4 in)
X Axis Encoder Resolution 9.05 counts/mm (230.0 counts/inch)
1.1.3. Operating environment
The STIX is designed for use in industrial environments that are 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
Instructions to ‘look here’ or to ‘see this part’.
Denotes movement. Instructing user to carry out
action in a specied direction.
Indicates alignment axis, can also indicate
insertion or movement of parts.
Alerts user that view has changed to a reverse
angle.

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1.3. Hardware
1.3.1. Included tools
The 3 mm hex driver (Fig. 1) is sufcient for all typical operations and
adjustments of the STIX. The 3/8 in wrench (Fig. 2) is used to remove and
install buttons on the probe holders.
1.3.2. Optional tools
Some specialized adjustments require tools that are not included with this kit.
1.3.3. 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.
Fig. 1 - 3 mm hex driver Fig. 2 - 3/8 in wrench
Fig. 3 - 1.5 mm hex
wrench
Fig. 4 - 2 mm
hex wrench
Fig. 5 - 2.5 mm
hex wrench
Fig. 6 - 3 mm
hex wrench

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CHAPTER 2
CONFIGURATIONS
2.1. Two Probe Phased Array
Fig. 7 - Two probe phased array conguration

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2.2. Four Probe
2.3. Four Probe Cantilever
Fig. 8 - Four probe conguration
Fig. 104 - Four probe cantilever conguration

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CHAPTER 3
OPERATION
3.1. STIX setup on a scan surface
1. Mount the appropriate phased
array and TOFD wedges to the
probe holders (see Slip Joint Probe
Holder on page 11).
2. Assemble the appropriate conguration (Fig. 10). Attach the slip joint probe
holders to the frame bar where appropriate.
3. Ensure the brakes are locked on the wheel blocks (see Wheel Block with Handle
on page 7).
Fig. 9 - Mount wedges to probe holders
Fig. 10 - Attach probe holders to conguration