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- Page 1 2569 Kenworth Road, Suite C Nanaimo, BC, V9T 3M4 CANADA +1.250.729.8080 info@eddyfitechnologies.com www.eddyfitechnologies.com INUKTUN MINIMAG™...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Minimag™ Table of Contents About this Manual ............................4 Description ..............................4 Specifications ............................4 Safety ................................ 5 Personal Safety Equipment ........................5 Equipment Safety ........................... 5 Operational Safety ..........................5 System Setup ..............................6 Working Environment ..........................6 System Power & Line Voltage Set ......................7 Power Requirements .......................... - Page 3 Minimag™ System Operation ............................18 Pre-Operations Check ..........................18 Post-Operations Check ........................... 20 Power-Up Sequence ..........................20 Driving the Vehicle ..........................21 Inspection Guidelines ..........................21 Troubleshooting ............................22 Camera Control Problems ........................22 Video Problems............................22 Vehicle Problems ............................ 23 Tether Re-termination ..........................
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Page 4: About This Manual
This manual copyright © 2019 by Inuktun Services Ltd. All rights reserved. Description The Inuktun Minimag™ is a magnetic tracked crawler capable of driving vertically or horizontally inverted along ferrous (iron based) surfaces. Additionally, the magnet modules allow the vehicle to pull longer lengths of tether than what could normally be achieved without magnets when travelling in steel pipes or on steel decks. -
Page 5: Safety
Minimag™ Power Requirements 110/220 VAC (Switchable), 50-60Hz, 800W 0 ° - 50 °C (32 ° - 122 °F) Dependent on operating Operating Temperature conditions. Ask your sales expert for more information. Storage Temperature -20 - 60° C (0 - 140° F) *Max payload is based on multiple variables;... -
Page 6: System Setup
Minimag™ • All personnel operating or maintaining this equipment must read and understand the operations and maintenance manual prior to system operation. • All personnel operating or maintaining this equipment must be competently trained. • Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) must be worn while operating and maintaining the equipment. -
Page 7: System Power & Line Voltage Set
Minimag™ The portable controller is to be used in a dry, covered environment only. These components are not waterproof. Keep all cords and cables away from water. The recommended controller and power supply operating temperatures are between 0 ˚C – 50 ˚C (32 ˚F – 122 ˚F). The tether and vehicle are depth rated to 60 metres (200 feet) of water. -
Page 8: Generators / Inverters
Minimag™ The Versatrax™ controller is designed to support our tracks, cameras, and lights. Powering other devices or equipment off the Versatrax controller is not recommended. Generators / Inverters If powering the system from a generator or inverter, refer to that unit’s operating manual for recommendations on continuous and peak load ratings. -
Page 9: Vehicle Tether Connection
Minimag™ FIGURE 2: AUXILIARY DIP SWITCH Vehicle Tether Connection It is very important to properly connect the tether and strain relief to the vehicle. Improper connection may result in costly tether damage. See the figures below. 1. The tow cable must be securely attached to the harness block. 2. -
Page 10: Magnet Removal/Installation
Minimag™ KELLEMS GRIP HOOK-UP Magnet Removal/Installation The Minimag™ comes equipped with two extremely powerful magnet modules. It is recommended that these modules remain on the vehicle to minimize handling and potential injury. If they must be removed take the following precautions: 1. -
Page 11: Magnet Spacing
Minimag™ COVER TOP MODULE WITH FOAM/WOOD 4xM6X30 FHMS SLIDE AWAY FROM TOP MODULE FIGURE 3: MAGNET MODULE REMOVAL To remove the modules from the vehicle, do the following: 1. Lay the vehicle on its side; bracing may be required. 2. Cover the top magnet module with foam, wood or some other non-ferrous material (at least 50mm/2in thick is required). -
Page 12: Peripheral Devices
Minimag™ The Minimag™ vehicle uses two very powerful permanent magnet modules to adhere the vehicle to a wall or pipe. In order to change the magnetic adhesion force, the spacing of the magnets away from the driving surface can be changed by using the following procedure: 1. -
Page 13: Minitrac™ Mounting
Minimag™ Minitrac™ Mounting The Minimag™ comes equipped with two 6000 series Minitracs™. In order to remove the tracks, the magnet modules must first be removed (see Magnet Removal/Installation). Once the magnets are removed the tracks can be dis-mounted by removing 6x ¼-20 SHCS from the inner mounting rails. Pull the tracks free and disconnect the track connectors. -
Page 14: Light/Camera Installation
Minimag™ It is recommended to use spring replacement blocks on the Minitracs™ due to reverse tensioning of the belts during tight pivot maneuvers. See the user manual for the Minitrac for more information regarding spring replacement blocks. When the Minimag™ vehicle is operating in a vertical position, the downward force on the chassis due to the weight of the Minimag may cause the Minitracs to back-drive and creep down the vertical surface. -
Page 15: Payload Calculations
Minimag™ To remove the Spectrum™ camera, disconnect the connector whip and remove the 3x ¼-20x5/8 SHCS at the rear of the mount – the camera may then slide forward and away from the mount. To adjust the position of the mount camera and light mount the Spectrum camera must first be removed. With no camera installed remove the 4x M5x18 SHCS from the base of the mount and slide the mount forward or backward to the desired position;... - Page 16 Minimag™ FIGURE 8: PAYLOAD CALCULATION The maximum payload calculation is based on the magnet’s ability to resist the gravitational moment (or torque) induced at the driving surface. When payload weight and/or distance from the wall is increased, the vehicle tries to pivot away from the wall and the magnets resist this moment. When the maximum payload moment is exceeded, the vehicle may fall off the driving surface during operation.
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Page 17: Fall Arrest
Minimag™ Fall Arrest Due to the weight of the Minimag™ vehicle, the Minitracs™ will back drive and not hold the position of the vehicle during power loss or power shutdown. A lifeline or fall arrest system should be used at all time when the vehicle is navigating on a vertical or inverted horizontal position. -
Page 18: Connector Handling
Minimag™ Connector Handling With regards to system reliability, connectors come next after the tether in terms of importance. Though not quite as expensive to replace as a whole tether; a damaged connector can still represent significant cost in downtime and re-termination which could easily have been prevented. To this end, we recommend the following steps to help prevent damage to connectors. - Page 19 Minimag™ Ensure that all fasteners are in place and secure. In particular, check the fasteners holding on cameras, lights, tracks, and the harness block. Visually inspect the vehicle and Minitracs™ to ensure that the moving parts are free of debris and functional.
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Page 20: Post-Operations Check
Minimag™ Post-Operations Check A Post-Ops inspection should be carried out after every deployment using the following checklist: ❑ Inspect the tether for damage as it is reeled in. ❑ Visually inspect vehicle for entrained debris or mechanical damage. ❑ Test each function to ensure proper operation. ❑... -
Page 21: Driving The Vehicle
Minimag™ Driving the Vehicle When driving the vehicle, the operator should always be conscious of things that could cause the vehicle to disengage from the driving surface, either by drastically increasing magnet gap or overcoming the magnetic force entirely. These include the following: •... -
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Check that the camera is not jammed. • If you can hear a motor running but see no movement, there is a mechanical or clutch problem inside the camera. Contact Eddyfi Technologies. 3. Camera is moving very slowly. • Check the tilt speed in the camera control window. Refer to the ICON user interface manual. -
Page 23: Vehicle Problems
Minimag™ 4. Picture is blurry, will not focus, or has poor color. • This may be a dirty camera view port, or a narrow object lying in front of the view port. • Object may be too close to the camera. Vehicle Problems 1. -
Page 24: Tether Re-Termination
2569 Kenworth Road, Suite C Nanaimo, BC, V9T 3M4 CANADA TF 1.877.468.5886 T +1.250.729.8080 info@eddyfi.com www.eddyfitechnologies.com Eddyfi Technologies – US (American Authorized Distributor and Service Centre) 812 W 13th Street Deer Park, TX, 77536 T +1.281.542.3292 info@eddyfi.com www.eddyfitechnologies.com Warranty Repairs Warranty conditions are specified in the Warranty section. -
Page 25: Factory Returns To Canada
Warranty claims must return to the factory for evaluation. To return an item for evaluation or repair, first contact Eddyfi Technologies at our toll-free number or e- mail address. Eddyfi Technologies will supply a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) number with detailed shipping and customs instructions. -
Page 26: Limited Warranty Policy
The foregoing constitutes the sole and exclusive remedy of the purchaser and the exclusive liability of Eddyfi Technologies and is in lieu of any and all other warranties, express, implied or statutory as to merchantability, fitness for purpose sold, description, quality productiveness, or any other matter. Under no circumstances shall Eddyfi Technologies be liable for special, incidental or consequential damages, or for delay in performance of this warranty.