SPY JeepMeter User manual

Spy® Jeepmeter
o p e r at i n g
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PIPELINE INSPECTION COMPANY
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The SPY®Model JM JeepMeter meets the Electromagnetic Compatibility
and Low Voltage Directive. This product is a Class B, Group 1 ISM
equipment according to CISPR 11. Group 1 ISM product: A product in
which there is intentionally generated and/or used conductively coupled
radio-frequency energy which is necessary for the internal functioning
of the equipment itself. Class B products are suitable for use in
domestic establishments and in establishments directly connected to
a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for
domestic purpose.
is a registered trademark of Pipeline Inspection Company,
Houston, Texas 77055, United States.
A copy of this Operating Instructions Manual can be downloaded on our
website at picltd.com.
welcome
Thank you for purchasing the SPY®Model JM JeepMeter.
Pipeline Inspection Company and our SPY®brand of Coating Inspection,
JeepMeter and Pig Tracking Equipment has been serving companies all
over the world for over 60 years. With the purchase of this high precision
instrument you can now enjoy access to worldwide service and support
only SPY®and our vast Distributor network can offer.
For more information about SPY®brand equipment please visit our
website at picltd.com.

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Ta b l e of contents
Unit Calibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Principles of Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
JeepMeter Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Battery Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Controls & Testing Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
JeepMeter Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Troubleshooting Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Maintenance & Repair . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Related Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

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unit calibration
As the operator of this unit you require accurate, safe, and reliable equipment to
perform coating inspections at the proper output voltage.
Prior to leaving our manufacturing facility Pipeline Inspection Co. certifies that
SPY®Model JM JeepMeter (voltmeter) has been calibrated and demonstrates
an accuracy of (+/- 5%). Since output voltage is regulated, this tolerance is
maintained regardless of load.
Your unit comes with a Factory Calibration Certificate and a Factory
Authorized Calibration Decal applied to the bottom of the unit both with the
date your unit was calibrated.
Our units do not tend to drift but it is recommended that this unit be calibrated at
least once per year or more frequently based on heavy usage. Recalibration of
our equipment should be performed ONLY at a SPY®Authorized Service
Center due to the unique calibration process, test equipment utilized and
properly trained SPY®technicians.
We DO NOT recommend using any other calibration service other than a SPY®
Authorized Service Center; using an outside service with technicians not trained
to work on SPY®brand equipment could damage the unit and if the enclosure is
opened will void the warranty.
When calibration is needed please return your unit to a SPY®Authorized Service
Center or SPY®manufacturing facility located at:
Pipeline Inspection Company
Attention: Calibration
1919 Antoine Drive
Houston, Texas 77055
Please include: Company Name and Contact Information. For a complete list of
Authorized Service Centers please visit our website at picltd.com. If a copy of the
Calibration Certificate on file is needed it may be obtained by emailing a request to
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principles of operation
The SPY®Model JM JeepMeter (voltmeter) is an instrument designed
to provide accurate and reliable measuring of the crest value of high
voltage non-sinusoidal waveforms. The output wave form of holiday
detectors typically has this type of shape and therefore prevents the
use of conventional RMS voltmeters.
The Model JM enables the operator to measure DC up to 7,000 kV or
pulse up to 35 kV.
Holiday detectors output both types of waveforms depending on the
type of coating they are being used on. For example, the SPY®785 and
790 holiday detectors have pulse only output used for inspecting tapes,
extruded coatings, coal tar enamels and sometimes thin film epoxy
coatings and has a voltage range of 1 to 15 kV (785) and 5 to 35 kV (790)
respectively. The SPY®780 holiday detector is a DC output used for thin
film epoxy coatings and has an output voltage range of 1 to 5 kV.

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Jeepmeter overview
The output voltage of your holiday detector is subject to influence by
weather conditions, moisture on the pipe, improper grounding, and
soil conditions. In order to assure the absolute highest accuracy and
performance from your holiday detectors (jeeps). Pipeline Inspection
Company has developed three special JeepMeters for checking detector
voltage output. These JeepMeters are designed to accurately measure
the output voltage of any detector.
The SPY®Model JM JeepMeter provides the ultimate in accuracy
and versatility. It features a digital display of measured voltages. The
precision measurement displayed eliminates interpretation errors and is
perfect for every day use.
This JeepMeter measures both pulse and DC voltage output. For pulse
type holiday detectors, used to inspect shrink sleeves, tapes, coal tars,
etc, the JM will measure up to 40 kV. For DC holiday detectors, used
to inspect thin film epoxy coatings, the DC range of JM measures up
to 5 kV.
When used with pulse type detectors, this JeepMeter automatically
senses the polarity of the pulse. Leading-edge electronics solve the
stability and repeatability problems sometimes experienced in the older
models.

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1 On/Off Bat Switch
2 High Voltage DC Input Terminal
3 High Voltage Pulse Input
Terminal
4 Quick Change Battery
Compartments
5 Ground Input Terminal
6 Input Pulse/DC Bat Switch
7 Output Voltage LCD Display/
Battery Indicator
8 Extendable Feet
9 Ground Cable
10 High Voltage Cable
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6
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bATTErY INSTrUcTIoNs
The SPY®Model JM operates on two 9 volt alkaline batteries. The
battery compartment is located on the back side of the unit.
STEP 1: Make sure the detector power switch is in the off position.
STEP 2: The battery compartment is located on the back side of the
unit. Using the notch on the bottom of the battery compartment lift up
and pull out to slide the battery trays out.
STEP 3: Insert two new 9-volt batteries into the battery trays and
push the battery tray firmly back into the unit making sure it locks into
place.
If the battery discharges to a low level the JeepMeter display will begin
to flicker or will not come on, at this point the JeepMeter is not properly
measuring voltage and the batteries should be changed to two new 9
volt batteries.
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CAUTION! This meter is used to measure low energy high
voltage. The operator may be subject to electrical shock if the
meter is not properly grounded and / or operated in accordance with
instructions and procedures described within these operating
instructions.
controls
POWER
On
Off
INPUT
Pulse
DC
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testing instructions
Test the strength of the batteries by placing the power switch to the “ON”
position. The display activating indicates the battery strength is good. If
the display flickers or does not come on then replace both batteries as
described on the battery instructions page. Place the power switch to the
“OFF” position after testing is complete.

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To start Jeepmeter
opErATIoNs
STEP 1: Test the battery by placing the power switch to the “ON”
position. The light indicates good battery. If the light flickers or
does not come on, replace the batteries as described in the battery
procedure. Place the power switch to the “OFF” position after the
battery condition has been checked.
STEP 2: To test DC holiday detector connect the high voltage (red
cable) test lead to the DC input terminal on the top left of the JeepMeter.
To test pulse holiday detector connect the high voltage (red cable) test
lead to the pulse input terminal on the top center of the unit.
STEP 3: Connect the other end (alligator clip) of the (red wire) high
voltage test lead to a holiday detector electrode or the metal portion of
the electrode wand.
STEP 4: Connect the ground (black cable) test lead to the ground input
terminal located on the top right of the JeepMeter.
STEP 5: Connect the other end (alligator clip) of the ground (black cable)
test lead to the bare metal of the pipe if possible, otherwise to the bare
wire of the holiday detector ground cable. (Connecting to the bare pipe
gives a more accurate reading of the actual working voltage impressed
on the coating).
CAUTION! TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO THE JEEPMETER, THE
INPUT PULSE / DC SWITCH MUST BE PROPERLY POSITIONED.

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To stop Jeepmeter
opErATIoNs
STEP 1: Switch OFF the power on the holiday detector.
STEP 2: Turn the power “OFF” on the JeepMeter.
STEP 3: After steps 1 and 2 are complete, disconnect the test leads
and secure the JeepMeter back in its case.
STEP 6: Set the input switch to Pulse or DC position to match which
input terminal is being used.
STEP 7: After, and ONLY AFTER, double checking that all the
connections in Steps 1 through 6 are correct, place the JeepMeter
power switch to “ON” position.
STEP 8: After the digital readout settles to zero then power on the
holiday detector by switching the holiday detector to the “ON” position.
Then read the output voltage directly on the JeepMeter digital display.

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troubleshooting guide
PROBLEM POSSIBLE SOLUTION CORRECTION METHOD
NO VOLTAGE
READING
Wrong Setting
Selected
The JM can measure two types of
high voltage, DC and Pulse. Make sure
the correct type is selected on the
Pulse/ DC switch.
The 780 is DC.
The 785 and 790 are Pulse.
Wrong Connection High Voltage Pulse and DC Voltages
have different circuitry to measure
voltages and therefore must have
different connections on the meter.
For the 780 make sure to use the
Connection labeled DC.
For the 785 and 790 use the Pulse
connection.
Low Battery Replace the two 9V batteries in the
back of the unit with new batteries.

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technical specifications
MODEL JEEPMETER
Measurement Type DC/Pulse
Voltage Range 0-35 kV Pulse and 0-5 kV DC
Measurement Accuracy ±5% @ 75 deg F
Display Type LCD
Battery Two 9 Volt Batteries
Unit Weight (w/ battery only) 2.6
Unit Dimensions (L x W x H) 8.25” x 8.75” x 4.25”
Factory Warranty 12 Month
Domestic/International Standards CE
Unit Complies With

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If maintained the SPY®Model JM JeepMeter will offer you years of
dependable operation. Regular care and maintenance of the unit is a
requirement of good quality preventative maintenance practices.
WARNING! This voltmeter does not contain any user-
serviceable parts; your warranty will be voided if the SPY®unit is
opened by anyone other than a SPY®Authorized Service Center or SPY®
manufacturing facility.
In the event the unit fails to operate properly please return your unit to a
SPY®Authorized Service Center or SPY®manufacturing facility located at:
Pipeline Inspection Company
Attention: Repair
1919 Antoine Drive
Houston, Texas 77055
Please include: Company name, contact information and a short
description of the problem with the unit. For a complete list of
Authorized Service Centers please visit our website at picltd.com.
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Pipeline Inspection Company, hereafter referred to as (SPY®) warrants that
SPY®Model JM JeepMeter shall, under normal use and service, be free
from defects in material and workmanship. SPY®‘s entire warranty obligation
shall be limited to, at SPY®’s option, the repair or replacement free of charge
to the buyer of any defective equipment or parts thereof which prove to be
defective in material and workmanship under normal use and service.
Claims for defective parts must be made in writing within twelve (12) months
after shipment of the equipment from the works of SPY®. Fast wearing and
consumable parts including, but not limited to, electrodes and ground cables,
are expressly excluded from the warranty. SPY®shall have the option to
require return of a claimed defective part to SPY®’s manufacturing facility in
the U.S.A., freight prepaid by buyer for examination to establish buyer’s claim.
Except with SPY®’s prior written approval, SPY®shall not be liable (a) for
the cost of repairs, alterations or replacements or any expense connected
therewith made or incurred by the buyer or its designers, or (b) for defects
resulting from alterations or repairs made by others than SPY®‚ or its
approved representatives.
SPY®shall not be liable for damages, including but not limited to direct, special,
indirect or consequential, resulting from the handling, or use, whether alone
or in combination with other products, or any SPY®equipment or third party
designed or manufactured equipment, including without limitation, any loss
or damage sustained or caused by the operation and use of the equipment
which is improperly operated or its successful operation is impaired by
natural elements after its delivery to the buyer.
The foregoing warranty is exclusive and in lieu of all other warranties
whether written, oral or implied (including without limitation, any warranty
of merchantability or fitness for purpose).
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User notes

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