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UE Systems ULTRAPROBE 10000 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 1: Version

    Version 1 ULTRAPROBE 10000 ® Instruction Manual...
  • Page 2 Version 1 Safety advisory Please read before using your instrument. Warning Improper use of your ultrasonic detector may result in death or serious injury. Observe all safety precautions. Do not attempt to make any repairs or adjustments while the equipment is operating. Be sure to turn off and LOCK OUT all electrical and mechanical sources before performing any corrective maintenance.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Version 1 Ultraprobe 10000 ............................9 Plug-In Modules ............................10 Trisonic™ Scanning module ........................10 Stethoscope (contact) Module ......................10 Standard Accessories ..........................11 Headset ..............................11 WTG-1 Warble tone generator ......................11 Rubber focusing probe .......................... 11 Stethoscope Extension kit ........................11 BCH-10L Battery charger ........................
  • Page 4 Version 1 Line input jack ............................14 Users instructions ............................15 Trisonic™ scanning module ........................15 Method of airborne detection ....................... 15 Headset ..............................15 Rubber focusing probe : ........................15 Stethoscope module: ..........................15 Stethoscope extension kit ........................15 To charge the UP10000 .........................
  • Page 5 Version 1 To store a reading: ..........................24 Storing ABCD information ........................25 Freezing a reading on the display panel ....................25 Setup mode ............................... 25 How to use the setup mode ........................26 Menu 01 Data Transfer .......................... 26 Menu 02: Display Screens: ........................
  • Page 6 Version 1 Menu 31: dB Scale Type Select (relative or offset) ................36 Menu 32: dB offset value ........................37 Menu 33: Auto Store to CF ........................37 Menu 34 Upgrade UP 10K PGM ......................37 Menu 35: BACK ............................38 HOW TO USE THE APPLICATION SELECT MODES ..................
  • Page 7 Version 1 THERMOSTATIC TRAPS .......................... 52 Locating faulty valves ..........................53 ABCD Method ............................53 Confirming valve leakage in noisy pipe systems ................... 54 MISCELLANEOUS PROBLEM AREAS ......................54 UNDERGROUND LEAKS .......................... 54 LEAKAGE BEHIND WALLS ........................54 PARTIAL BLOCKAGE: ..........................54 FLOW DIRECTION ...........................
  • Page 8 Welcome to the wonderful world of airborne ultrasound inspection Congratulations, you are about to experience the ultimate in airborne/structure borne ultrasonic inspec- tion. Your Ultraprobe 10000 is equipped with features that will help you inspect in the most challenging environment. Introduction Your Ultraprobe 10000 is a versatile instrument with many features that will make your inspections easy, fast and accurate.

  • Page 9: Ultraprobe 10000

    Version 1 Ultraprobe 10000...

  • Page 10: Plug-In Modules

    Version 1 Plug-In Modules Trisonic Scanning module ™ This module is utilized to receive air-borne ultra-sound such as the ultrasounds emitted by pres- sure/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 11: Standard Accessories

    Version 1 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 UL- TRAPROBE.

  • Page 12: Cfm-10

    Version 1 Optional Accessories CFM-10: A scanning module used for close proximity leak detection in pressure and vacuum systems. UWC-10 The UWC-9/10, Ultrasonic Waveform Concentrator, doubles the detection distance. The UWC-9/10 is great for corona, tracking and arc detection at safe distances. Includes carrying case DHC-10 Headphone headset is for Standard Applications that do not require the use of a hard hat DHC 1991 ear piece...

  • Page 13: Overview

    Version 1 Overview Pistol-grip housing Display panel In the Operation Mode the Display Panel will show inspection parameters such as intensity levels (as dB and as a bar graph), Frequency, Battery Level, Sensitivity Level, Sensitivity Value, “Display Mode” and Function Select Field. Intensity levels are shown simultaneously as a numeric dB value and on a sixteen segmented bar graph (with each segment representing 3 dB).

  • Page 14: Quick Change Battery

    BNC connector. Recharge jack This Jack receives the plug from the recharger. The recharger is designed to plug into a standard electri- cal receptacle. Line input jack This jack is provided to connect other instrument outputs to the Ultraprobe 10000.

  • Page 15: Users Instructions

    Version 1 Users instructions Trisonic™ scanning module 1. This module plugs into the front end of the instrument. 2. Align the pins located at the rear of the module with the four jacks in the front end of the Metered Pistol Housing (MPH) and plug in.

  • Page 16: To Charge The Up10000

    Auto-shutdown battery feature The Ultraprobe 10000 is equipped with an auto-shutdown feature, which enables the instrument to pro- vide accurate measurement throughout the effective battery charge. If the Ultraprobe 10000 goes into the auto-shutdown mode, A message in the Display Panel will read “RECHARGE BATTERY”, no sound...

  • Page 17: Resetting The On Board Computer

    Selecting Default Settings erases all records stored in the instrument. Operational overview The Ultraprobe 10000 is an ultrasonic inspection information, storage, sound event recording and re- trieval system in a pistol housing. There are two modes that are important to understand: Operation mode The operation mode will be described in detail under the operation mode section.

  • Page 18: Bar Graph Display

    Display: The display panel will split in half. The top half will show current test data while the bottom will display stored information. Record WAV: The Ultraprobe 10000 is configured to record heterodyned ultrasounds with this function setting. CF INFO (Compact Flash): Information of stored recorded WAV files and record time can be viewed here.

  • Page 19: To Adjust The Frequency

    The display panel will split in half. The top half will show current test data while the bottom will display stored information. Record wav: The Ultraprobe 10000 is configured to record heterodyned ultrasounds with this function setting. CF info (Compact Flash): Information of stored recorded WAV files and record time can be viewed here.

  • Page 20: Storage Display Information

    Leak Info, Bearing Info, Steam Info, Electric Info, Valve Info) Record wav: The Ultraprobe 10000 is configured to record heterodyned ultrasounds with this function setting. CF info (compact flash): Information of stored recorded WAV files and record time can be viewed here.
  • Page 21 Version 1 When an indicator is selected, or “active”, it will blink. When the cursor is moved to the Decibel Indicator and the Decibel Indicator is blinking, it may be spun (rotated) clockwise or counter clockwise to adjust the sensitivity/volume of the instrument. When the cursor is moved to the Frequency Indicator and the Frequency Indicator is blinking, the Sensitivity Control Dial may be spun to change the frequency.

  • Page 22: Entering Text Using Text Editor

    Version 1 Additional information can be viewed by clicking the Sensitivity Control Dial until the ENTER For blinks. Spin to MORE and press the Yellow Enter Button to enter. There you will see the following in- formation represented as an example below: DATE: 01/01/03 TIME 08:30:43 Module Type: SCM...

  • Page 23: Alarm Enable/Disable

    Version 1 Alarm enable/disable While in the Operation mode, this function selection will display Alarm Disabled if no alarm level has been set. If an alarm level has been set, it will show the set level in dB. To enable the alarm, see alarm enable/disable in the setup mode below.

  • Page 24: Record Wav

    Version 1 Record WAV To Record a WAV (sound file) click the Sensitivity Control Dial to the bottom of the Display Panel until “Press ENTER For” is blinking. Spin to Record WAV and press Enter. Be sure the Compact Flash Card is inserted into the slot on the Ultraprobe and keep the Trigger Switch pulled on (or set the Timed Off mode as described in Setup Menu 16 and 17 to shut off at a pre- determined time, ex: 30 seconds.) or set to Trigger Off mode (see setup mode 17 Shut Off Mode).

  • Page 25: Storing Abcd Information

    Version 1 Display is not shown, spin until Storage Display is shown and blinking. Click the Yellow Enter button. The Display Screen will be split. All inspection data will be displayed on the top half while the stored information will be displayed on the bottom half of the Display Screen. Storing ABCD information To Store information when the ABCD Function has been set: 1.

  • Page 26: How To Use The Setup Mode

    Spin to CF Output CF OUTPUT will blink Click the Sensitivity Dial to transfer data from the Ultraprobe to the CF Card Turn the Ultraprobe 10000 off Remove the CF Card Install the CF Card into the CF Care Reader...

  • Page 27: Menu 02: Display Screens

    Version 1 Menu 02: Display Screens: There are two Display Screens to use when in the Operating Mode: Main and Storage. A third screen, ABCD indicator, is available when either the “Valves” or “Bearings” Application is selected. The Main screen is the standard mode. It displays current inspection data: dB, frequency, battery status, sensi- tivity setting and Operation Mode (Real Time, Snap Shot or Peak Hold).

  • Page 28: Menu05: Instrument Setup

    Version 1 3. Click to Enter 4. Spin to select a Module 5. Click to set 6. Press the Yellow ENTER button to exit Menu05: Instrument Setup There are two choices for Instrument Setup: Manual and Auto. Menu 06: Alarm Enable/Disable To Enable or Disable the Alarm 1.

  • Page 29: Menu 09: Select Function List

    Version 1 Menu 09: Select Function List The items selected from the function list will be displayed on the Function Bar of the Main Display panel or on the Storage Display during operation modes. You can select all or none. Be advised that if Setup Mode is turned off, when you return to the operation mode, it will not be displayed on the function bar.

  • Page 30: Menu 13: Sensitivity Default

    Version 1 • Sensitivity Mode = Manual • Headphone Volume = 99% • Turn off Time = 5 Seconds • Shut off Mode = Timed The user defined Default Settings can be: • User Sensitivity Default (see Setup Menu 13) •...

  • Page 31: Menu 16: Restore Lists

    Version 1 Menu 16: Restore Lists Selecting Restore Lists resets inspection codes to original factory set codes listed in Ultratrend DMS and in the Ultraprobe 10,000. This change will effect only the current information stored locally on the Ultraprobe and can be changed again when downloaded to Ultratrend DMS.

  • Page 32: Menu 20: Display Response

    Version 1 5. Click to set 6. Press the Yellow ENTER button to exit Menu 20: Display Response You can control the speed at which the bar graph moves and the meter responds to reflect a dB level. There are three choices: Slow, Medium, Fast. The instrument defaults to Slow. To select a response speed: 1.

  • Page 33: Menu 23: Sensitivity Mode Manual / Automatic (Auto Sens. 0 To 70 Up Or Down)

    Version 1 When ready to enter temperature: 1. Click the Sensitivity Dial until the cursor moves do the bottom of the Display Panel 2. Until Press Enter for is blinking 3. Spin until the specific Application Info is blinking (e.g.: Generic or Steam) 4.

  • Page 34: Menu 24: Headphone Volume (Volume= 99%) Or Lower

    Version 1 Menu 24: Headphone Volume (Volume= 99%) or lower Here you can set the comfort level of the head-phone volume. The setting can range from 0 to 99% of the volume. To select the volume level of your headphones: 1.

  • Page 35: Menu 27: Date Format

    Version 1 Menu 27: Date Format The Date Format can be changed from the US standard (month/day/year) to the International Format: (day/month/year). Menu 27 Select Click Set Time & Date TIME 15:30 EXIT Sensitivity Press ENTER to DATE 1/01/99 Dial Exit To change the Date Format: 1.

  • Page 36: Menu 31: Db Scale Type Select (Relative Or Offset)

    Version 1 To select Display Mode: 1. You must be in the Setup Mode. 2. Spin to Display Mode (Menu 30 Blinks). 3. Click the Sensitivity Control Dial to enter Display Mode. 4. Spin the Sensitivity Control Dial until the de-sired setting (Real Time, Snap Shot or Peak Hold) appears and blinks.

  • Page 37: Menu 32: Db Offset Value

    Version 1 Menu 32: dB offset value This position is selected to set the dB scale for readings to be taken in dB offset scale. To set the dB offset scale: 1. Follow the steps to Enter the Setup Mode as described earlier 2.

  • Page 38: Menu 35: Back

    Version 1 Menu 35: BACK This changes the Setup screen back to the 1st level (Menus 1-11). In order to Exit to Program, you must be in the first level of the Setup Mode. Press (Click) the Yellow ENTER button and you will exit to Opera- tions Mode.

  • Page 39: Field Entry List For Valves

    Version 1 12. Click to Set 13. To set valve TYPE, spin to TYPE 14. Click to enter and spin to the desired Type 15. Click to set 16. Press Enter to store the information and: spin to EXIT and click to exit. Field entry list for valves Test Results selection: OK / CHK / TR1 to TR6 TYPE selection: GTE / BLL / BFY / GLB / NDL / SFR / BYPAOV / OTH.

  • Page 40: Electrical

    Version 1 Electrical 1. To view Electrical Info, click the Sensitivity Dial until the cursor moves to the bottom of the Display Panel until “Press ENTER For” is blinking. Spin to Electric Info and press Enter. 2. To enter a test condition: 3.
  • Page 41 Version 1 10. Spin to Temperature Out 11. Click on the Temperature setting (it will blink rapidly) Spin to the left to select a “100” reading (ex 200, 300) and to the Right to select a “tens” reading (ex: 50) 12.

  • Page 42: Leaks

    Distance: 5 in,6 in, up to 15 in, then 2 ft to 30 ft (38 CM , 1M, 1.5M 2M, 2.5M up to 10M NOTE: All Field Entry Lists shown above are the factory lists that can be changed/customized in the Ultratrend Software. After the changes have been completed, they may be uploaded to the Ultraprobe 10000.

  • Page 43: Ultraprobe Applications

    Version 1 Ultraprobe applications Leak detection This section will cover airborne leak detection of pressure and vacuum systems. (For information con- cerned with internal leaks such as in Valves and Steam Traps, refer to the appropriate sections). What produces ultrasound in a leak? When a gas passes through a restricted orifice under pressure, it is going from a pressurized laminar flow to low pressure turbulent flow (Fig.

  • Page 44: To Confirm A Leak

    Version 1 7. Listen for a "rushing" sound while observing the meter. Follow the sound to the loudest point. The meter will show a higher reading as the leak is approached. 8. In order to focus in on the leak, keep reducing the sensitivity setting and move the instrument clos- er to the suspected leak site until you are able to confirm a leak.

  • Page 45: Low Level Leaks

    "detectable", it is considered "below threshold". If a leak appears to be of this nature: 1. Build up the pressure (if possible) to create greater turbulence. 2. Utilize LIQUID LEAK AMPLIFIER. This patented method incorporates a UE Systems product called LIQUID LEAK AMPLIFIER, or LLA for short. LLA is a uniquely formulated liquid substance that has special chemical proper-ties.
  • Page 46 Version 1 Do not use the Tone test in a complete vacuum. Ultrasound will not travel in a vacuum. Sound waves need molecules to vibrate and conduct the signal. There are no moveable molecules in a complete vacuum. If a partial vacuum is to be drawn where there are still some air molecules to vibrate, then the Tone Test may be implemented successfully.

  • Page 47: Transformers, Switchgear Another Electrical Apparatus

    Often referred to as „baby arcing“, it follows the path of damaged insulation. Tracking: The Ultraprobe 10000 can be used in low (below 15 kV), medium (15 kV – 115 kV) and high voltage systems (above 115 kV). When electricity escapes in high voltage lines or when it „jumps“ across a gap in an electrical connection, it disturbs the air molecules around it and generates ultrasound.

  • Page 48: Monitoring Bearing Wear

    Version 1 recommended for those situations in which it may be considered safer to inspect electrical apparatus at a distance. The UWC-10 is extremely directional and will locate the exact site of an electrical discharge. Another accessory is the LRM-10- Long Range Module which also increases the detection distance of the Ultraprobe.

  • Page 49: Detecting Bearing Failure

    Version 1 Detecting bearing failure There are two basic procedures of testing for bearing problems: COMPARATIVE AND HISTORICAL. The comparative method involves testing two or more similar bear- ings and „comparing“ potential differences. Historical testing requires monitoring a specific bearing over a period of time to establish its history.

  • Page 50: To Avoid Over Lubrication

    Levels Slow speed bearings Monitoring slow speed bearings is possible with the Ultraprobe 10000. Due to the sensitivity range and the frequency tuning, it is quite possible to listen to the acoustic quality of bearings. In extremely slow bearings (less 25 RPM), it is often necessary to disregard the display and listen to the sound of the bear- ing.

  • Page 51: Locating Faulty Steam Traps

    Version 1 TROUBLE SHOOTING: 1. Use the contact (stethoscope) module. 2. Touch test area(s): listen through headphones and observe the meter. 3. Adjust sensitivity until mechanical operation of the equipment is heard clearly. 4. Probe equipment by touching various suspect areas. 5.

  • Page 52: General Steam/Condensate/Flash Steam Confirmation

    Version 1 desirable level to be tested.) Check upstream and reduce the sensitivity so that the meter reads about 50% or lower, then touch the trap body downstream and compare readings. General steam/condensate/flash steam confirmation In instances where it may be difficult to determine the sound of steam, flash steam or condensate, 1.

  • Page 53: Locating Faulty Valves

    Version 1 which will prevent the plates from closing completely and allow steam to pass through. This will be heard as a constant rushing sound. NOTE: A complimentary Steam Trap Trouble Shooting Guide is available. Visit our website www.uesystems.eu Locating faulty valves Utilizing the contact (stethoscope) module in the Ultraprobe, valves can easily be monitored to determine if a valve is operating properly.

  • Page 54: Confirming Valve Leakage In Noisy Pipe Systems

    Version 1 considered leaking. If point D is higher than point C, this is an indication of sound being trans- mitted from another point downstream. Confirming valve leakage in noisy pipe systems Occasionally in high pressure systems, stray signals occur from valves that are close by or from pipes (or conduits) feeding into a common pipe that is near the downstream side of a valve.

  • Page 55: Flow Direction

    Version 1 PROCEDURE: 1. Use Contact (Stethoscope) Module. 2. Touch downstream side of suspected area and listen through headset. 3. Start test at 40 kHz. If the sound appears weak or confusing, change the frequency. As an ex- ample, try to test at 30 kHz., then 20 kHz. 4.

  • Page 56: Ultrasound Technology

    Version 1 Ultrasound Technology The technology of ultrasound is concerned with sound waves that occur above human perception. The average threshold of human perception is 16,500 Hertz. Although the highest sounds some humans are capable of hearing is 21,000 Hertz, ultrasound technology is usually concerned with frequencies from 20,000 Hertz and up.

  • Page 57: Instructions For Setting Combination On Carrying Case

    Version 1 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 58: Appendex A

    9. Note the level (L or H) in the TG box of the Sensitivity Validation chart. 10. Turn the Ultraprobe 10000 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.
  • Page 59 Version 1 11. Slide the Ultraprobe gently so that the front faceplate touches the Rod and that the rod is touch- ing the face plate while touching the side of the Scanning Module. Align the Scanning 12. Module so that the center of the module is facing the center of the Tone Generator Transducer (see below).

  • Page 60: Ultraprobe ® 10,000 Specifications

    Version 1 Ultraprobe 10,000 Specifications ® Construction Hand-held pistol type made with coated aluminum and ABS plastic Circuitry Solid State Analog and SMD Digital Circuitry with tempera- turecompensation and true RMS conversion Frequency Range 20 KHz to 100 KHz (tunable in 1 KHz increments) Response Time <...
  • Page 61 Version 1 Need further support? Want information regarding products or training? Contact : UE Systems Europe, Windmolen 22, 7609 NN Almelo (NL) info@uesystems.eu www.uesystems.eu t: +31 (0)548 659-011 f: : +31 (0)548 659 010 www.uesystems.eu...

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