Olympus EPOCH 6LT User manual

DMTA-10083-01EN — Rev. 3
June 2017
EPOCH 6LT
Ultrasonic Flaw Detector
User’s Manual
This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus product safely and effectively.
Before using this product, thoroughly review this instruction manual. Use the product as instructed.
Keep this instruction manual in a safe, accessible location.

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This document was prepared with particular attention to usage to ensure the accuracy of the
information contained therein, and corresponds to the version of the product manufactured
prior to the date appearing on the title page. There could, however, be some differences
between the manual and the product if the product was modified thereafter.
The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice.
Part number: DMTA-10083-01EN
Rev. 3
June 2017
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Table of Contents
List of Abbreviations ...................................................................................... vii
Labels and Symbols ........................................................................................... 1
Important Information — Please Read Before Use ..................................... 5
Intended Use .......................................................................................................................... 5
Instruction Manual ................................................................................................................ 5
Instrument Compatibility ..................................................................................................... 6
Repair and Modification ....................................................................................................... 6
Safety Symbols ....................................................................................................................... 7
Safety Signal Words ............................................................................................................... 7
Note Signal Words ................................................................................................................. 8
Safety ....................................................................................................................................... 8
Warnings ................................................................................................................................. 9
Battery Precautions .............................................................................................................. 10
Equipment Disposal ............................................................................................................ 11
CE (European Community) ............................................................................................... 11
WEEE Directive .................................................................................................................... 11
China RoHS .......................................................................................................................... 11
Korea Communications Commission (KCC) ................................................................... 13
EMC Directive Compliance ................................................................................................ 13
FCC (USA) Compliance ...................................................................................................... 13
ICES-001 (Canada) Compliance ........................................................................................ 14
Warranty Information ......................................................................................................... 14
Technical Support ................................................................................................................ 15
Introduction ...................................................................................................... 17
1. Package Content ......................................................................................... 19

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1.1 Unpacking the Instrument ....................................................................................... 19
1.2 Case Contents ............................................................................................................ 19
1.3 EPOCH 6LT Flaw Detector Components .............................................................. 20
1.4 Standard Accessories ................................................................................................ 21
1.4.1 Battery .............................................................................................................. 21
1.4.2 AC Charger/Adaptor ..................................................................................... 21
1.4.3 USB Data Cable .............................................................................................. 23
1.4.4 USB Drive ........................................................................................................ 23
1.5 Optional Accessories ................................................................................................ 23
1.5.1 Charging Base ................................................................................................. 24
1.5.2 Battery Conditioning ..................................................................................... 25
2. Overview ..................................................................................................... 27
2.1 External Connectors .................................................................................................. 27
2.1.1 AC Adaptor Connector ................................................................................. 28
2.1.2 LEMO Transducer Connectors ..................................................................... 28
2.2 Battery Compartment ............................................................................................... 28
2.3 Data Port ..................................................................................................................... 29
2.3.1 Digital Video Connector ................................................................................ 30
2.3.2 USB A Connector ........................................................................................... 30
2.3.3 Mini USB connector ....................................................................................... 30
2.3.4 Reset Switch .................................................................................................... 30
2.3.5 Accessory Mount ............................................................................................ 30
2.3.6 Wrist Strap Mounts ........................................................................................ 31
2.4 Keys, Knob, and Indicators ...................................................................................... 31
2.4.1 Power Key ....................................................................................................... 32
2.4.2 Power Indicator .............................................................................................. 32
2.4.3 Shift Key .......................................................................................................... 32
2.4.4 Escape Key ...................................................................................................... 33
2.4.5 Enter Key ......................................................................................................... 33
2.4.6 Tab Key ............................................................................................................ 33
2.4.7 Adjustment Knob ........................................................................................... 33
3. Operation ..................................................................................................... 35
3.1 Turning On the Instrument ...................................................................................... 35
3.2 Turning Off the Instrument ..................................................................................... 35
3.3 Connecting the AC Charger/Adaptor .................................................................... 36
3.4 Opening the Data Port Cover .................................................................................. 37
4. Maintenance and Troubleshooting ........................................................ 39
4.1 Battery Replacement ................................................................................................. 39

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4.2 Instrument Cleaning ................................................................................................. 42
4.3 Seal Verification ......................................................................................................... 42
4.4 Display Protection .................................................................................................... 42
4.5 Annual Calibration ................................................................................................... 42
4.6 Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ 43
Appendix A: Specifications ........................................................................... 45
Appendix B: Parts List ..................................................................................... 49
List of Figures ................................................................................................... 51
List of Tables ..................................................................................................... 53
Index ................................................................................................................... 55

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List of Abbreviations
EFUP environment-friendly use period
IP International Protection (or ingress protection)
Li-ion lithium-ion
UI user interface
WEEE waste electrical and electronic equipment

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Labels and Symbols
A safety-related label and symbols are attached to the EPOCH 6LT at the location
shown in Figure i-1 on page 1. If the label or symbols are missing or illegible, please
contact Olympus.
Figure i‑1 Label location
Location of the rating label (see Table 1 on page 2)

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Table 1 Contents of the rating label
Contents
The CE marking is a declaration that this product conforms to
all the applicable directives of the European Community. See
the Declaration of Conformity for details. Contact your Olympus
representative for more information.
The regulatory compliance mark (RCM) label indicates that
the product complies with all applicable standards, and has
been registered with the Australian Communications and
Media Authority (ACMA) for placement on the Australian
market.
The WEEE symbol indicates that the product must not be
disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but should be
collected separately.