UE Systems Ultraprobe 15000 Touch Instruction Manual

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ULTRAPROBE 15,000...
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  • Page 1 Instruction Manual ULTRAPROBE 15,000… TOUCH V 1.9...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Introduction Ultraprobe Kit Basic Components A. Standard Plug-In Modules • Scanning Module • Contact Module • LRM Long Range Module • RAS-MT Magnetic Transducer • 3. Accessories A. Standard Accessories • Headset • WTG-1 Warble Tone Generator •...
  • Page 3 Turn on the Ultraprobe 15,000 II. Home Screen • Main Screen (dB) • Setup Screen • dB/Temp • Valve (ABCD) Screen • Route Setup Screens/Icons • Preferences • Info • Reset • Upgrades • Applications • Fields Viewing and Selecting Icons Using Screens Using Main (dB) Screen Using dB/Temp Screen...
  • Page 4 • Alarm Enable/Disable • Ultraprobe 15,000 Specifications • Instructions For Setting The Combination Lock On Carrying Case • Index 27-29 • Appendix A: Sensitivity Validation procedure 30-31...
  • Page 5: Introduction

    Congratulations on your selection of the Ultraprobe 15,000. You are about to experience Ultrasound Condition Monitoring at its most advanced level. As you become more familiar with this amazing inspection system, we hope that you will begin to appreciate all that it can do to help with your predictive maintenance and energy conservation programs.
  • Page 6: Standard Plug-In Modules

    STANDARD MODULES: PLUG-IN MODULES Trisonic Scanning Module TRISONIC 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.
  • Page 7: Ram

    RAM/RAS-MT: REMOTE MAGNETIC TRANSDUCER The RAS/RAM- MT 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. RAM/RAS-MT Magnetic Mount Transducer ACCESSORIES A.
  • Page 8: Optional Accessories

    B. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CFM-15 A scanning module 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 accommodate...
  • Page 9: Display Icons

    DISPLAY ICONS : Spectral Analysis View a specific Main Default Screen. Opens Camera for screen & function historical record photos Main Screen Set up instrument Use to View image Input additional displays dB functions and take the photo test data to record Valve/Steam test Display for dB and View your...
  • Page 10: Sd Card

    NOTE: Be sure the SD card is inserted in the Ultraprobe 15,000 before turning on. TURN OFF 1. Press the On/Off button 2. Touch the Off Box on the display screen b. 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.
  • Page 11: Camera

    CAMERA: You may use the camera function to capture images of test points or items of interest that will be used in your reports. Camera and Flash Laser Pointer Screen displays image and test data INFRARED THERMOMETER: This non-contact thermometer will measure the temperature of your test points. It can be used in the Temp screen and in the dB/Temp screen.
  • Page 12: Main Screen (Db)

    The display screens in the Home Screen are: dB(Main Screen) This will display the test decibel and the test frequency Setup : This Icon will take you to the setup screen where you will configure the instrument to meet your test requirements dB/Temperature : This test screen displays decibel, frequency and temperature.
  • Page 13 1. Inspector identification: use up to 3 letters 2. Inspection Module : you will use (Ex: SCM, LRM etc.) 3. Display Response: This affects the movement of the intensity indicator. It may be set for Slow, Medium or Fast. 4. Trigger Features: The trigger is used to actively display a dB reading while pulled and freeze a dB reading when released.
  • Page 14: Info

    b. Info : This Setup feature displays three items: 1. Show Versions: This displays the operating version for both the operating software and the spectral analysis software. 2. Set Date/time: Use this to adjust the time and date, 3. Calibration Due: This is set at the factory and reset every time the Ultraprobe is sent back after calibration.
  • Page 15: Using Main (Db) Screen

    inspection. If no or very little ultrasound is present of 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.
  • Page 16: Using Db/Temp Screen

    Frequency Sensitivity value Record number Intensity level 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.
  • Page 17: Using Spectra (Fft) Screens

    To save the data, touch the bottom of the screen and locate the save icon, touch save when prompted, touch yes to save. Valve/Steam (ABCD) : To use the ABCD screen the VALVE or STEAM application must be selected in the setup mode.
  • Page 18: Selecting Icons For Position On Displays

    i. dB (decibel) scale. This can be used for both the Spectra and Time Series screens ii. Frequency Scale, used in the Spectra Screen iii. Time Scale, to adjust the ms or milliseconds To exit back to the main Spectra screen, select Done or continue with setup select “Control”.
  • Page 19: Recording A Sound

    RECORDING A SOUND: Locate and touch the Spectra (FFT) icon b. Touch/tap (Record) If the timed recording has been selected in the Settings/Set Record Time, the recording process will stop at the selected time d. If the Settings/Set Recording Time is in the Manual mode, to stop recording, touch/tap STOP.
  • Page 20: Viewing, Sorting A Route

    Use the UP/DOWN arrows to locate the desired record number d. Locate the View Record icon Touch/tap the icon When the data appears, you can scroll for all the stored data, touch the screen and drag your finger up or down. 13.
  • Page 21: Wrist Strap

    WRIST STRAP: To protect the instrument, against being dropped accidentally, use the wrist strap. HEAD SET JACK This is where you plug in the headset. Be sure to plug it in firmly until it clicks. RECHARGE JACK: This Jack receives the plug from the recharger. The recharger is designed to plug into a standard electrical receptacle.
  • Page 22: Stethoscope Module

    The LED remains solid when the battery is charged. The instrument may stay connected to the charger without damaging the battery. Charge time is approximately 4 hours. WARNING: Use the supplied UE Systems recharger (BCH-10L) only. Use of unauthorized rechargers will void the warranty and may degrade or damage the battery.
  • Page 23: Helpful Hints

    TO CHARGE THE WARBLE TONE GENERATOR/SENSITIVITY VALIDATION UNIT: Plug recharger cable into recharger jack on the Warble Tone Generator and then plug the recharger into a wall receptacle. Make sure that the LED on the charger is lit when recharging. The LED turns OFF when the battery is charged.
  • Page 24: Ultraprobe 15,000 Specifications

    ULTRAPROBE 15,000 Specifications ® Construction: Hand-held pistol type made with coated aluminum and ABS plastic Circuitry: Solid State Analog and SMD Digital Circuitry with temperature compensation and true RMS conversion Frequency Range: 20 kHz to 100 kHz (tunable in 1 kHz increments) Response Time: <...
  • Page 25 Toll-free: 1.800.223.1325 www.uesystems.com E: info@uesystems.com • © 2010 UE Systems, Inc. Made in USA. UE 15 – 0110 UE Systems is committed to continual product improvement; therefore specifications are subject to change without notice. Warranty details are available by request.
  • Page 26 INSTRUCTIONS FOR SETTING COMBINATION ON CARRYING CASE The combination is factory set at, 0-0-0, Setting your personal combination: 1. Open the case. Looking at the back of the lock inside the case you will see a change lever. Move this change lever to the middle of the lock so that it hooks behind the change notch (picture 1 ).
  • Page 27 INDEX ABCD (Valve) Screen Accessories Additional Alarm Enable/Disable Applications Auto Shutdown Battery Feature Basic Components Battery Battery Battery Charger Pod BCH-15 Battery Charger BCH-WTG2 Camera Camera Capturing The Spectra Screen Image CFM-15 Charging Pod Charging The UP15000 Charging The Warble Tone Generator Contact Module dB/Temp DHC-2 Headphones...
  • Page 28 Introduction IR Thermometer Key Features Laser Pointer LRM Long Range Module Main Screen (dB) On/Off button Operation Optional Accessories Overview Pistol Grip Housing Playing/Recording Sounds Quick Change Battery RAM/RAS-MT Recharge Jack Recording a Sound Resetting The On Board Computer Route Rubber Focusing Probe Scanning Module SD Card...
  • Page 29 Touch Screen Display Trigger Switch Trisonic- Scanning Module Turn Off Turn on the Ultraprobe 15,000 UFMTG-1991 Ultraprobe 10,000 Specifications Ultraprobe Kit Using dB/Temp Screen Using Main Screen Using Screens Using Spectra (FFT) Screens Using Temp & Emissivity Screen Using the SD card 10 &...
  • Page 30 APPENDEX A Sensitivity Validation Ultrasonic Tone Generator Method Ultraprobe 15000 It is advisable to check the sensitivity of your instrument before proceeding with your inspection. To assure reliability keep a record of all your sensitivity validation tests and be sure to keep your Warble Tone Generator charged.
  • Page 31 10. Turn the Ultraprobe 15,000 on its’ side so that it will rest flat on the test table with the handle facing you and the Scanning Module facing the Tone Generator. 11. Slide the Ultraprobe gently so that the front faceplate touches the Rod and that the rod is touching the face plate while touching the side of the Scanning Module.
  • Page 32 14 Hayes Street Elmsford, NY 10523 USA Tel: 914-592-1220 Fax: 347-2181 Email: info@uesystems.com Web page: http://www.uesystems.com 2010 UE Systems, Inc. All rights reserved UP15M1010...

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