UE Systems ULTRAPROBE 15000 User manual

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UE SYSTEMS INC.
THE ULTRAPROBE 15,000 MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
OVERVIEW
COMPONENTS
ACCESSORIES
USER INSTRUCTIONS
Introduction
Ultraprobe 15,000 Kit
Plug-In Modules
Scanning Module
Contact Module
LRM –Long Range Module
RAM/RAS-MT REMOTE MAGNETIC TRANSDUCER
Pistol Grip Housing
Key Features
On/Off/Suspend button
Turn Off
Suspend
SD Card
Trigger Switch
Touch Screen Display
Spectral Analysis Screen (FFT)
Camera
IR Thermometer
Laser Pointer
Battery
Test Module Receptacle
Standard Accessories
Headset
WTG-1 Warble Tone Generator
Rubber Focusing Probe
Stethoscope Extension Kit
Battery
BCH-15 Battery Charger
Battery Charger Pod
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DISPLAY ICONS
SETTING UP THE ULTRAPROBE 15,000
Optional Accessories
CFM-10 –Close Focus Scanning Module
UWC-10 –Ultrasonic Waveform Concentrator
DHC-2 Headphones
TFSM - Telescoping Flexible Scanning Module
TFCM - Telescoping Stethoscope Module
UFMTG-1991 –Multi-directional WTG
BCH-WTG –WTG Charger
HTS-10 –Holster Set
Turn on the Ultraprobe 15,000
Home Screen
Main Screen (dB)
Setup Screen
dB/Temp
Route
Remove SD Card
Valve (ABCD) Screen
Setup Mode
Preferences
Info
Reset
Upgrade
Applications
Exit
Viewing and Selecting Icons
Using Screens
Using Main Screen
Using dB/Temp Screen
Using Temp & Emissivity Screen
Using Valve/Steam Screen
Using Spectra (FFT) Screens
Storing a Record
Recording a Sound
Entering Test Data
View Record
Viewing, Sorting a Route
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USERS INSTRUCTIONS
UP10,000 INSTRUMENT SPECIFICATIONS
SETTING THE COMBINATION LOCK
APPENDEX A - SENSITIVITY CALIBRATION
Camera
Strobe
Bluetooth
Trigger Switch
Quick Change Battery
Wrist Strap
Headset Jack
Recharge Jack
Charging Pod
Trisonic- Scanning Module
Method of Airborne Detection
Headset
Rubber Focusing Probe
Long Range Module
Stethoscope Module
Stethoscope Extension Kit
RAM-MT Magnetic Transducer
Charging The UP15000
Warble Tone Generator
Charging The Warble Tone Generator
Helpful Hints
Auto Shutdown Battery Feature
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OVERVIEW
INTRODUCTION
The Ultraprobe 15,000 is a versatile instrument with many features that will make for easy, fast
and accurate inspections. As with any new instrument, it is important to review this
manual before using the it for inspections.
ULTRAPROBE® 15,000 KIT
Pistol-Grip Housing
WTG-1 Warble
Tone
RAS/RAM - Magnetic
Transducer & Cable
Battery & Pod
Headphones
Stetoscope Module
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Rubber Focusing Probe
Long Range Module
with Laser Sight
Stethoscope
Extension Kit
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COMPONENTS
PLUG-IN MODULES
TRISONICTM SCANNING MODULE. This module is
utilized to receive air-borne ultrasound such as the ultrasounds
emitted by pressure/vacuum leaks and electrical discharges.
There are four prongs at the rear of the module. For placement,
align the prongs with the four corresponding jacks in the front
end of the pistol housing and plug in. The TrisonicTM Scanning
Module has a phased array of three piezoelectric transducers to
pick up the airborne ultrasound. This phased array focuses the
ultrasound on one "hot spot" for directionality and effectively
intensifies the signal so that minute ultrasonic emissions can be
detected.
STETHOSCOPE
(CONTACT) MODULE.
This is the module with the
metal rod. This rod is
utilized as a "waveguide" in
that it is sensitive to
ultrasound that is generated
internally such as within a
pipe, bearing housing or steam trap. Once stimulated by ultrasound, it transfers the
signal to a piezoelectric transducer located directly in the module housing.
The module is shielded to provide protection from stray RF waves that can affect
electronic receiving and measurement. It is equipped with low noise amplification to
allow for a clear, intelligible signal to be received and interpreted. For placement align
the four prongs on the back with the corresponding receptacles in the front of the
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LRM (LONG RANGE MODULE). A cone shaped
scanning module that increases the detection
distance above standard scanning modules. The
LRM-15 is ideal for high voltage inspection and
for locating leaks at great distances.
RMT REMOTE MAGNETIC TRANSDUCER. The RMT
is a magnetically mountable contact probe with cable.
The probe is applied to a test surface and the RAM
(Remote Access Module) is plugged into the front end of
the Ultraprobe.
PISTOL-GRIP HOUSING
KEY FEATURES. The pistol grip housing contains operational
features such as: On/Off button, Trigger Switch, Touch Screen,
camera with flash, Infrared Thermometer, Laser pointer,
Battery, and Test Module Receptacle.
ON/OFF BUTTON. This is located on the back of the
instrument, under the Display Panel. Press it firmly to turn the
instrument ON.
NOTE: Be sure the SD card is inserted in the Ultraprobe
15,000 before turning on.
To turn the instrument off:
Press the On/Off button
Touch the Off Box on the display screen
To place the instrument in suspend. In place of turning the instrument on and off in
between short intervals of use, or to extend the use time on a battery (normally 4 hours of
continuous use after a complete charge), put the instrument on SUSPEND. To do so:
Press the On/Off button
Touch the SUSPEND box on the display screen
To return to operation mode (cancel the SUSPEND mode):
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SD CARD AND SD CARD SLOT. The SD card is used to store the
inspection data and sound files. It will hold the test information for
transfer to a computer that has Ultratrend DMS V 5.0 or higher
installed.
To remove the SD card. When removing the SD Card while the
instrument is on, open the Home Screen and touch this icon. A prompt
will appear when it is safe to turn the instrument off.
NOTE: Be sure the SD card is inserted in the Ultraprobe 15,000 before
turning it on. ALWAYS touch the “REMOVE SD CARD” icon before
removing the SD card.
TRIGGER SWITCH. The trigger has multiple functions.
While performing a test pull the trigger in. Holding the trigger
in allows the instrument to actively scan the subject test
equipment.
To hold a reading for storage or review, release the trigger.
The instrument will no longer actively adjust to changes in
data being received.
The trigger is also used to turn on the laser pointer or the IR Thermometer when
these features have been selected in the “Set Up Menu”.
TOUCH SCREEN DISPLAY. All inspection
functions can be controlled by just touching an icon,
arrow or data box.
SPECTRAL ANALYSIS SCREEN.Select FFT
(Spectra) display, Time Series display or dual display:
Record and Play back sounds.
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CAMERA. The camera can be used to capture images
of test points or items of interest that can be added into
DMS reports.
INFRARED THERMOMETER. This non-contact thermometer will measure the
temperature of a test point. It can be used in the Temp screen and in the dB/Temp
screen.
LASER POINTER. This non-contact thermometer will measure the temperature of a
test point. It can be used in the Temp screen and in the dB/Temp screen.
To activate the laser:
Enter the setup mode.
Select the “Oper” tab and look for Trigger Features. Touch the Trigger Features
box.
Using the arrows, move up or down until Trig & Laser ON/OFF is shown.
Touch the box to select and exit.
BATTERY. Slide the battery into the handle until it “Clicks”
in securely.
TEST MODULE RECEPTACLE
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ACCESSORIES
STANDARD ACCESSORIES
HEADSET. This heavy-duty headset is designed for use
with or without a hardhat and can block out intense
sounds often found in industrial environments so that the
user may easily hear the sounds received by the
ULTRAPROBE. In fact, these headphones provide over 23
dB of low frequency noise attenuation.
WTG-1 WARBLE TONE GENERATOR. The WTG-1
Tone Generator is an ultrasound transmitter used to
validate the sensitivity of an Ultraprobe before and at
times after an inspection. For details on the Sensitivity
Validation test, see Appendix A: Sensitivity Validation
Test. The Warble Tone generator may also be used for
specialized tests such as when it is difficult to produce
pressure or draw a vacuum, will flood an area with
ultrasound which will flow through a (usually) large leak
area. By scanning
with the TrisonicTM Scanning Module, empty containers such as, bulkheads or
hatches can be instantly checked for leakage.
RUBBER FOCUSING PROBE. The Rubber Focusing Probe is a cone shaped rubber
shield. It is used to block out stray ultrasound and to assist in narrowing the field of
reception of the “Trisonic" Scanning Module.
STETHOSCOPE EXTENSION KIT. This consists of three metal rods that will enable
a user to reach up to 31 additional inches (78.7 cm) with the Stethoscope Module.
BATTERY (2). This Ultraprobe 15,000 uses a lithium ion battery. A full charge will
take about 4 hours; however, it is possible to charge the unit at any time for short
intervals or for a longer period. If it is kept on charge over 4 hours, there will be no
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NOTE: When the effective battery charge is used up the instrument shuts down and
a message to recharge the battery will be displayed in the display panel .
BCH-10 BATTERY CHARGER. This is the battery charger for the UP15,000. It
works with both 120 VAC, 60 Hertz and 240 VAC, 50 Hertz and comes with multiple
plug adaptors for different countries. The charging time is about 4 hours. There are
two plugs: Black for the main pistol housing and Yellow for the WTG-1 Tone
Generator.
UE-BATTERY CHARGER POD. This is a Battery Recharge Pod docking station for
charging Ultraprobe Batteries (Lithium Ion only). This pod will charge the standard
batteries that come with the Ultraprobe 15,000 while removed from the metered
pistol housing.
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CFM-15. The “Close Focus” scanning module is
used for close proximity, low level leak detection in
pressure and vacuum systems.
UWC-15. The UWC-15, Ultrasonic Waveform
Concentrator, substantially increases the detection
distance. The UWC-15 is great for corona, tracking and
arc detection at safe distances. Includes carrying case.
DHC-2. Headphone is for Standard Applications
that do not require the use of a hard hat.
TFSM. Telescoping Flexible Scanning Module.
A flexible scanning probe that is bent to
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TFCM: Telescoping Stethoscope (Contact) Module. A contact probe for
structure borne inspection that can be extended for hard to reach areas.
UFMTG-1991. The UFMTG 1991 is a multi-directional warble
tone generator. It has a high-power output with a circular
transmission pattern of 360 degrees.
BCH-WTG. Optional 220 VAC @ 50 Hz chargers for all Warble Tone Generators. The
line input is 220 VAC @ 50Hz and the charging time is about 8 hours.
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DISPLAY ICONS
The main default screen
Main Screen displays dB
Display for dB and
temperature
Turns off/on Temperature
sensing
Spectral Analysis screen &
function
Set up instrument functions
Valve/Steam test display
Temperature display (no dB)
Opens Camera for photos
Use to View image and take
the photo
View uploaded route
Adjust Emissivity
View a specific historical
record
Input additional test data to
record
Store test data
Exit screen
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SETTING UP THE ULTRAPROBE 15,000
TO TURN ON THE ULTRAPROBE 15,000
Press and then release the ON/OFF button as shown.
NOTE: Be sure the SD card is inserted in the Ultraprobe
15,000 before turning it on. ALWAYS touch the “REMOVE
SD CARD” icon before removing the SD card.
HOME SCREEN
The Home Screen will display the Icons for the operation of the Ultraprobe
15,000. To select an operating screen, enter the Home Screen.
The icons in the home screen are:
NOTE: To change from one operating screen (such as main, dB/Temp or Valve) to
another, return to the Home Screen.
dB (Main Screen)
This will display the test
decibel and the test
frequency
Setup: This Icon will
enter the setup screen
where the user can
configure the
instrument to meet
plant specific test
requirements.
dB/Temperature:
This test screen displays
decibel, frequency and
temperature.
Route: View the test route.
The route is displayed in
sequential order. Each record
can be viewed by selecting
(touching) the test number.
Remove SD Card: ALWAYS
(touch) this icon BEFORE
removing the SD Card.
ABCD (Valve Test Screen)
This screen will only be
displayed if the Valve or steam
been selected in
Setup/Applications. It will
display the dB data or
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SET UP MODES & FEATURES
Before using the instrument, become familiar with the various features and
modes of operation. The user can customize the instrument to meet plant
specific inspection demands. This is accomplished in the SETUP Mode.
To enter the set up mode:
Turn the instrument on.
Locate the Setup icon on the Home Screen.
Touch the Icon to enter the Setup mode.
NOTE: To select or change a setting; touch the selection box or circle on the screen. In
some instances, it will be necessary to use the UP/DOWN arrows on the right side of the
screen to display choices.
Setup Icons are as follows:
NOTE: When changing preferences or settings, touch the “OK” icon to save the changes.
Touch “Exit” to exit without saving changes.
PREFERENCES
Under “Preferences”, are the following sub fields:
a. Inspector ID: There are three empty fields that can be used to identify the
inspector.
b. Bluetooth: There are two options; “Enable” or “Disable”. This option allows for
connection of the audio feed to be connected to a Bluetooth headphone or earbuds.
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c. Module type: This field allows the inspector to choose the module to be used in the
inspection. (Ex: SCM, LRM etc.)
NOTE: Changing module type in this section, does NOT change the frequency
settings.
d. Disp (Display) Response: There are three options, the inspector can control the
speed at which the bar graph moves in relation to the meter responds to reflect a dB
level. There are three choices: Slow, Medium, Fast. The instrument defaults to Slow.
e. Triggr (Trigger) Features: There are two options: “Laser on” and “Laser Off”. The
Laser can be used for long distance inspection.
f. Alarm Enable: There are two options: “Enable” and “Disable”. Enabling this feature
will have the instrument alert the user if the monitored asset has moved into an
alarm state. This will present itself my coloring the dB reading red.
g. Alarm Rec (Record) Time: There are four options: The selection will include a
time value of from 5 seconds up to 30 seconds. The user may also select MANUAL.
When MANUAL is selected, press the REC (recording) box in the Spectral Screen. To
stop recording, Press STOP.
h. Headphone Vol (Volume): There may be situations in which the sound level in the
headphones is uncomfortably high and the sensitivity level must remain in a high
level. To make this comfortable for the user, the volume of the headphones can be
adjusted for 100% of volume to as low as 0% of volume.
i. Turn Off Time: The Turn-off time can be set to 5, 10 or 15 minutes. Or it can be
disabled. In disable, when the instrument is turned on, it will stay on until either it is
turned off, set in suspend or the battery charge is depleted.
j. Frequency Adjust: An inspector might want to be sure the frequency is not
changed during a route. To lock the frequency, select No, to enable frequency
tuning, select Yes.
k. Instrument Setup: The factory default is Manual. All adjustments are made by the
inspector as he/she goes through the route. The Automatic setting is used after the
initial baseline data has been uploaded to the Ultraprobe 15,000. In the Automatic
setting, the instrument will move sequentially from one test point to the next, and
set itself for the original baseline setup, which will include the Frequency and
Sensitivity for that point. For example, if the operator is testing bearings, the
instrument will move from test point 1 to test point two and the if the baseline data
was set at a sensitivity level of 43 with a frequency of 30 kHz, the instrument will
automatically set for these parameters.
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m. Frequency Def (Default): The default frequency from the factory is 40 kHz. If the
Ultraprobe is to be used consistently at another frequency, set the default to that
frequency. Every time the instrument is turned on, it will default to that selected
frequency. For example, if most of the inspections are to be mechanical, the user
might set the default frequency to 30 kHz.
n. Sensitivity Def (Default): The user can select a sensitivity value so that every
time the instrument is turned on for testing, that value will be the starting “high”
level. For example, the default factory Sensitivity value is 70. In some routes, this will
be too high and to save time the inspector will set to a lower value for a starting
point on that route.
INFO
Under “Info”, are the following sub fields:
a. Show Versions: This show the software version that is on-board the UP15000.
b. Set Date/time: Set the time and date as appropriate for a specific area in which
the instrument is used.
c. Calibration Due: This is set at the factory and reset every time the Ultraprobe is
sent back after calibration.
RESET
Under “Reset”, are the following sub fields:
a. Restore Lists: Options are “Yes” or “No”. All test information is set as a list in
Ultratrend DMS, the standard operating software that accompanies the Ultraprobe. If
list identification letters have been changed in Ultratrend DMS, they will be entered
into the Ultraprobe. Restore lists will reset the Ultraprobe back to the original lists as
set at the factory.
b. Deflt (Default) Settings: When Yes is selected, the instrument settings will default
back to the original settings as it came from the factory.
UPGRADE
Under “Upgrade”, are the following sub fields:
a. Upgrade Progm (Program): The options are “Yes” or “No”. When there is an
upgrade to the Ultraprobe 15,000 it may be downloaded off the web onto the SD
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b. Upgrade Lang (Language): The options are “Yes” or “No”. Contact UE Systems
for assistance.
APPLICATIONS
Each application has unique data. When an application is selected the instrument will
automatically set up specific fields that are unique to that application.
The specific applications are:
a. Generic
b. Valves
c. Bearing
d. Electrical
e. Steam
f. Leak
There is one other selection on the Applications page:
g. Fields: These are test information fields that can accompany test results. Select the
specific fields for an application and then touch OK to set. While performing tests on
a route after exiting setup, the operator can select the “Input Data” Icon on the main
data collection page to select any of the following (if they have been selected).
Test Results, Temperature, Application, Pressure, Pipe Diameter, Type, etc.
EXIT
Touch this icon to return to the “Home” page.
VIEWING AND SELECTING ICONS
Icons may be viewed on any of the following display screens: Main, dB and Temperature,
Valve and Temperature.
Only two icons at a time may be shown continuously.
To view icons: touch the bottom of the screen.
To view more icons, use the “left/right” arrows to move icons on and off the screen
To select an icon for continuous display and easy access on the screen:
Touch the bottom of the screen to display the icons
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USING THE SCREENS
To use any of the screens:
Turn on the Ultraprobe by pressing the ON button
When the Home screen opens, select an Icon
To use an operational screen such as “Main”, “dB/Temp”, “Temp”, or Valve.
Pull the trigger in and begin the inspection. If no or very little ultrasound is present, or
if the sensitivity value is too high for the test area, the dB will not show on the screen.
3 Dashed (---) lines will show. Adjust the “S” (Sensitivity value) by touching the
Sensitivity box and then use the Up/DOWN arrows to move the S value up or down as
needed.
To freeze a reading for saving or observation, release the trigger.
MAIN
This screen will display the Record number, Decibel, Frequency, Sensitivity
Level and an Intensity Level box. The Intensity Level box also acts as the
Sensitivity Control. This will be explained below There are two control
arrows on the right to be used to adjust or change the sensitivity,
frequency, record number and emissivity.
a. To change the Frequency: touch the kHz (frequency), when a highlight appears
around the selected area then use the UP/DOWN arrows to adjust.
b. To change the Sensitivity: touch the sensitivity value, when a highlight appears
around the selected area then use the UP/DOWN arrows to change. Changes in the
sensitivity value will show in the upper left of the screen. An alternative to using the
arrows is to use the intensity level box, which uses a bar graph to indicate intensity.
Touch the box in either the high (right) or low (left) area of the box until the
Sensitivity value (S=) changes as needed).
c. To change to different Record Number: touch the Record Number, when a highlight
appears around the selected area then use the then use the UP/DOWN arrows to the
desired location.
d. To save the data, touch the bottom of the screen and locate the save icon, touch
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Viewing changes in Decibel Levels:
To view decibel levels the Ultraprobe
must be in the active scan mode. Pull
the trigger in to activate the active scan
mode. To freeze the data for storage,
while pointing or touching the test point
in the active mode, release the trigger.
The data will be frozen on the screen
until it is either stored or the Trigger is
pulled in.
dB/TEMP
The decibel and temperature levels are shown in this screen.
This screen will display the Record number, Decibel, Temperature,
Frequency, Sensitivity Level and an Intensity Indicator box. The Intensity
Indicator box also acts as the sensitivity control. There are two control
arrows on the right to be used to adjust sensitivity and frequency.
To freeze a temperature reading
while continuing to test for decibel
level:
a. Touch the bottom of the display
screen and use the LEFT/RIGHT
arrows until the Temp on/off icon
is shown.
b. Touch the icon to turn off
temperature sensing.
c. When done, locate the Temp on/off icon and touch it again to turn the temperature
reading function back on.
TEMP & EMISSIVITY
To test for Temperature only, select this screen. This is the only operating
screen that can be accessed while in any of the other operating screens
(Main, dB/Temp, Valve). It will only show the temperature. The Emissivity
can be changed on this screen to adjust for a more accurate measurement.
The default emissivity level is 95.
Sensitivity value
Frequency
Intensity Level Box