Changing Probes And Optical Tips - GE Mentor Visual iQ User Manual

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Changing Probes and Optical Tips

Attaching and Removing the Probe
To attach the probe to the handset:
1
– Insert the pin at the base of the handset into the mating groove at the bottom of the probe.
2
– Rotate the probe towards the back of the handset, applying enough pressure for the latching
mechanism to "click."
To remove the probe from the handset:
3
– Press this latching-mechanic's release button to separate the probe and handset.
Changing the Optical Tip
Optical tips are threaded onto the probe with a double set of threads to prevent them from
falling into the inspection area. Each optical tip provides a unique depth of field, field of view,
and direction of view. For a list of available tips, see
Caution—Use only finger pressure to remove or attach tips. Using force (including pliers
or other tools) might damage the bending neck. Take care not to cross the threads. To reduce
cross-threading risk: When installing a tip by hand (6.1mm & 8.4mm) or with an installation tool
(4mm), rotate the tip counter clockwise to level the threads before rotating clockwise to thread the
tip on the camera. Reverse the leveling process when removing tips.
To Remove an Optical Tip: Support the bending neck and head of
the probe with one hand, and with the other gently turn the optical
tip counterclockwise (be sure to use a tip tool when removing 4.0 mm
tips), Turn until the tip spins freely, indicating that it has cleared the
first set of threads. Gently pull the tip away from probe and continue
turning counterclockwise, engaging the second set of threads. Turn
until you can remove it.
To Attach an Optical Tip: Verify that the optical tip and camera head threads are clean, then
grasp the head of the probe with one hand, and with the other gently turn the tip clockwise.
Turn until it spins freely, indicating that it has cleared the first set of threads. Gently push the
tip in, then turn clockwise again, engaging the second set of threads. Turn until finger tight.
Caution—Do not over-tighten tips. Pull on the tip gently to verify that it is securely attached.
If the second set of threads does not engage, turn the tip slightly in a counterclockwise direction
to allow the threads to levelize.
Note: Measurement tips must be tightened firmly to ensure accuracy.
Appendix B – Optical Tip Table.
07/30/2014