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CE0120 Rev 05
Manual Weld Frame Scanner

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  • Page 1 ROTIX CE0120 Rev 05 Manual Weld Frame Scanner...
  • Page 2 SAFETY WARNINGS / PRECAUTIONS KEEP THIS MANUAL – DO NOT LOSE THIS MANUAL IS PART OF THE ROTIX AND MUST BE RETAINED FOR THE LIFE OF THE PRODUCT. PASS ON TO SUBSEQUENT OWNERS. Ensure any amendments are incorporated with this document.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Identification Chapter 1.1. Product Brand 1.1.1. Manufacturer Product Specifications Chapter 2.1. Intended Use 2.1.1. Operating Limits 2.1.2. Operating Environment 2.2. Dimensions and Weight 2.3. Environmental Sealing 2.4. Performance Specifications Definitions Chapter 3.1. Definition of Symbols System Components Chapter 4.1. Component Identification 4.2.
  • Page 4 4.18. Pre-amp Bracket Configurations Chapter 5.1. Two Probe Scanning 5.2. Four Probe Scanning 5.3. Four Probe Cantilever Scanning Operation Chapter 6.1. Setup of ROTIX on a Scanning Surface Maintenance Chapter Troubleshooting Chapter 8.1. Technical Support Spare Parts Chapter 9.1. Standard Kit Components 9.2.
  • Page 5 9.3.4. Magnetic Wheel Kit 9.3.5. Reduced Width Scanning Kit 9.3.6. Probe Holders 9.3.7. Slip Joint Probe Holder Parts 9.3.8. Vertical Probe Holder Parts 9.4. Probe Holder Components 9.4.1. Arm Style 9.4.2. Yoke Style 9.4.3. Swing Arm Style 9.4.4. Pivot Button Style 9.5. Variable Components 9.5.1. Frame Bars Disposal Chapter Limited Warranty Chapter Appendix Chapter...

  • Page 6: Identification

    Chapter 1 IDENTIFICATION 1.1. Product Brand This user manual describes the proper safety precautions, setup and use of the ROTIX weld frame scanner. 1.1.1. Manufacturer DISTRIBUTOR: MANUFACTURER: Jireh Industries Ltd. 53158 Range Road 224 Ardrossan, Alberta, Canada T8E 2K4 780.922.4534 jireh.com...

  • Page 7: Product Specifications

    96.5 cm (4 Probe) (4.5 in) (38 in) 2.1.2. Operating Environment The ROTIX chain scanner is designed for use in an industrial environment that is between -20° C and 50° C (-4°F) (122°F) The ROTIX - High Temperature Kit is required for surface temperatures between 50°C - 150°C...

  • Page 8: Environmental Sealing

    10.5 cm (4.1 in) (Fig. 2-6) Encoder cable length (16.4 in) 2.3. Environmental Sealing Watertight (submersible) (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1 for details). 2.4. Performance Specifications X-Axis encoder resolution 9.05 counts/mm (230.0 counts/in) High Temperature X-Axis encoder 4.28 counts/mm (108.7 counts/in)

  • Page 9: Definitions

    Chapter 3 DEFINITIONS 3.1. Definition of Symbols Instructions to ‘look here’ or to ‘see this part’. Denotes movement. Instructing user to carry out action in a specified direction. Indicates alignment axis. Alerts user that view has changed to a reverse angle. PAGE 4 of 53...

  • Page 10: System Components

    Chapter 4 SYSTEM COMPONENTS 4.1. Component Identification - Short link - Long link Fig. 3 Fig. 4 CES033 - Dovetail link - Buckle Fig. 5 Fig. 6 CES040 CES035 - Catch link - Overhead adjustable link Fig. 7 Fig. 8 CES035 CES031 - Spring-loaded encoder...
  • Page 11 - High temperature short link - High temperature long link Fig. 12 Fig. 13 CES074 CES075 - High temperature short link - High temperature buckle Fig. 14 Fig. 15 CES076 CES078 - High temperature catch link - High temperature wheel block with handle Fig.
  • Page 12 - 3 mm hex driver - Frame bar Fig. 21 Fig. 22 Fig. 23 EA470 EA414 BG0038- - ROTIX case - Irrigation kit - ROTIX high temperature case Fig. 26 Fig. 24 Fig. 25 CEA030 CEA011 CMG007 CE0120 Rev 05 PAGE 7 of 53...

  • Page 13: Tools

    Fig. 28 The 3 mm hex driver is sufficient for all typical operations and adjustments of (Fig. 27) the ROTIX. The 3/8 in wrench is used to remove and install buttons on the (Fig. 28) probe holders. 4.2.2. Optional tools Some specialized adjustments require tools that are not included with this kit.

  • Page 14: Overhead Adjustable Link

    4.3. Overhead Adjustable Link The overhead adjustable link provides clearance for probes and wedges. When low profile scanning is required, the ratchet lever is adjustable. Loosen the rachet handle and extend or retract (Fig. 33) - Loosen ratchet lever Fig. 33 the link as required.

  • Page 15: Wheel Block With Handle

    Fig. 35 Fig. 36 The wheel block provides stability and braking to the ROTIX system. The ratchet lever located on the wheel block with handle operates the brake. Install the wheel block with handle by loosening the black wing knob and sliding the wheel block with handle’s dovetail nut onto the frame bar...

  • Page 16: Double Chain Mount

    4.5. Double Chain Mount - Chain mount alignment - Chain mount Fig. 39 Fig. 38 The double chain mount provides a connection point for links. Loosen the double chain mount’s dovetail jaw using the black wing knob (Fig. 38) Secure the double chain mount to the frame bar by tightening the black wing knob. (Fig.

  • Page 17: Spring-Loaded Encoder

    4.7. Spring-Loaded Encoder The spring-loaded encoder wheel provides vertical travel while maintaining contact pressure to the scan surface. To install the encoder follow these steps: - Tighten knob - Place on scan surface - Attach to frame bar Fig. 43 Fig.

  • Page 18: Chain Connection

    Fig. 50 Fig. 51 Fig. 52 The rachet levers are used for various locking and braking functions on the ROTIX system. Occasionally, movement of the lever locking position is required. The lever placement can be adjusted by following these steps: Pull the ratchet lever away from the base of which it is connected (Fig.

  • Page 19: Slip Joint Probe Holder

    4.12. Slip Joint Probe Holder Frame Bar Probe Holder Adjustment Knob Latch Swing Arm Knob Yoke Probe Holder Arm Adjustment Knob Probe Holder Arm Arm Clamp Screw Pivot Buttons - Slip Joint Probe Holder Fig. 53 4.12.1. Probe Holder Setup To mount a UT wedge in the probe holder, follow these steps: - Attach to frame bar - Adjust on frame bar...
  • Page 20 Use swing arm knob to position the swing arm (Fig. 56). TIP: The swing arm is typically used to adjust TOFD center to center distance relative to the phased array probes on a four probe configuration (Fig. 119). Using the supplied 3/8 in wrench , place the pivot buttons as (Fig.

  • Page 21: Probe Holder Adjustment

    4.12.2. Probe Holder Adjustment To adjust the probe holder, follow these steps: 6 mm approx. - Lift to latched position - Lower to scanning surface Fig. 61 Fig. 62 Ensure probe holder is in latched, upper position . If the probe holder (Fig.
  • Page 22 To adjust the probe holder’s force, follow these steps: NOTE: Do not perform this operation on scanning surface. - Lift slightly and press latch - Unlatched position Fig. 65 Fig. 66 Ensure the probe holder is in the upright latched position (Fig.

  • Page 23: Slip Joint Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion

    4.12.4. Slip Joint Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion To reverse the probe holder, follow these steps: - Unscrew yoke pivot screw - Remove arms Fig. 70 Fig. 71 Unscrew the yoke from the swing arm (Fig. 70) Loosen the probe holder arm adjustment knob and arm clamp screw. Slide the arms from the yoke (Fig.
  • Page 24 - Position swing arm - Install yoke to swing arm Fig. 75 Fig. 74 Loosen the swing arm knob and slide the swing arm to the opposite end of the probe holder bracket or preferred position. Tighten swing arm (Fig. 74) knob.

  • Page 25: Cable Management System

    4.13. Cable Management System - Cable management Fig. 77 TIP: When using the cable management, ensure the dovetail link is placed 2 in the chain behind the overhead adjustable link. 4.13.1. Cable Management Dovetail Mount To attach the cable management, follow these steps: - Loosen and slide on - Tighten knob Fig.

  • Page 26: Cable Management Setup

    Loosen the knob on the cable management dovetail mount. Slide the mount onto the dovetail link (Fig. 78) Once centred on the dovetail link, tighten the cable management’s dovetail mount knob (Fig. 79) 4.13.2. Cable Management Setup The cable management is available in a variety of lengths and provides a means of bundling and protecting cables and hoses that run to the scanner.

  • Page 27: Clamp Setup

    4.13.3. Clamp Setup If the tube becomes disconnected from the cable management dovetail mount, follow these instructions to re-attach the tube and dovetail mount. Loosen the clamp screw using the supplied 3 mm hex driver. - Slide tube around mount Fig.

  • Page 28: Vertical Probe Holder

    4.15. Vertical Probe Holder Latch Probe Holder Adjustment Knob Vertical Adjustment Knob Pivot Buttons Probe Holder Arms Yoke Probe Holder Arm Adjustment Knob Transverse Adjustment Screw Frame Bar - Vertical probe holder Fig. 88 4.15.1. Probe Holder Setup To mount a UT wedge in the probe holder, follow these steps: - Adjust on frame bar - Vertical adjustment - Place buttons...

  • Page 29: Probe Holder Vertical Adjustment

    - Adjust inner arm - Adjust outer arm - Tighten arm knob Fig. 92 Fig. 93 Fig. 94 Position the wedge on the inner probe holder arm. TIP: The probe holder yoke can accommodate many different probe and wedge sizes of varying widths. It is best to centre the wedge with the yoke’s pivot axis.

  • Page 30: Probe Holder Transverse Adjustment

    Ensure the probe holder is in the latched, upper position. Lift the probe holder until the latch is fully exposed and snaps out to lock (Fig. 95) Loosen the vertical adjustment knob and slide the probe holder down until the wedge is approximately 6 mm (¼ in) above inspection surface (Fig.

  • Page 31: Probe Holder Longitudinal Adjustment

    Ensure the probe holder is in latched, upper position (Fig. 95) Using the supplied 3 mm hex driver loosen the transverse adjustment screw and rotate the yoke about the vertical shaft achieving the desired (Fig. 99) angle. Tighten the transverse adjustment screw (Fig.

  • Page 32: Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion

    4.15.5. Probe Holder Left/Right Conversion To reverse the probe holder, follow these steps: NOTE: To perform this operation the 1.5 mm hex wrench (Fig. 29) is required. - Unscrew yoke pivot screw Fig. 105 - Remove probe holder arms Fig. 106 Ensure the probe holder is in latched, upper position (Fig.
  • Page 33 - Screw yoke to opposite side - Lower 90° stop post Fig. 109 Fig. 110 Mount the yoke to the opposite side of the base using the supplied 3 mm hex driver (Fig. 109) TIP: Keep the yoke level with the base as to ensure no conflicts with the plunger/set screw attached to the yoke.

  • Page 34: High Temperature Weld Frame Scanner

    150°C (302°F). Take all precautions to protect hands and body from hot inspection surface. - ROTIX - High Temperature Weld Frame Scanner Fig. 113 The high temperature weld frame scanner is capable of being used on surfaces with a temperature up to 150°C...

  • Page 35: Magnetic Wheel Kit

    (Fig. 114) urethane wheels on a ROTIX scanner body. Two sets of the magnetic wheel kits can also be used on the scanner body to double the magnetic force. To install or remove wheels...

  • Page 36: Pre-Amp Bracket

    4.18. Pre-amp Bracket The pre-amp bracket mounts to any dovetail groove to hold a pre-amp. Compatible with most standard pre-amps, use the adjustable screw mounting channel on the bottom of the bracket to attach a pre-amp. The pre- amp bracket may also be ordered with velcro straps which are used to hold the pre-amp.

  • Page 37: Configurations

    Chapter 5 CONFIGURATIONS 5.1. Two Probe Scanning - Two probe scanning Fig. 118 5.2. Four Probe Scanning - Four probe scanning Fig. 119 PAGE 32 of 53...

  • Page 38: Four Probe Cantilever Scanning

    5.3. Four Probe Cantilever Scanning - Four probe cantilever scanning Fig. 120 CE0120 Rev 05 PAGE 33 of 53...

  • Page 39: Operation

    Chapter 6 OPERATION 6.1. Setup of ROTIX on a Scanning Surface Determine the diameter of the pipe or tube to be scanned. Included in the ROTIX kit and in this manual, are two setup charts which indicate the number of links...
  • Page 40 On a flat surface, connect the appropriate number of links as indicated (see Chain Connection on page 13) on the ROTIX setup chart. Arrange the link setup so the buckle and catch link will be 180° opposite of the scanner body (Fig. 123)
  • Page 41 Fig. 127 Rotate the buckle adjustment knob until the buckle’s lever can be pushed down locking the buckle in place . The tightness of the ROTIX on the pipe can (Fig. 127) be adjusted using the buckle adjustment knob (Fig. 126-1) TIP: If additional clearance is required, the buckle’s ratchet lever can be pulled out...
  • Page 42 - Configured four probe configuration Fig. 128 Route all cabling and hoses to the cable management (Only encoder cable shown) (see Cable Management System on page 20) Lower probe holders to the scan surface (see Slip Joint Probe Holder on page 14) Release the brakes on the wheel blocks with handle to commence scanning (see Wheel Block with Handle on page 10) CE0120 Rev 05...

  • Page 43: Maintenance

    Chapter 7 MAINTENANCE General cleaning of components is important to keep your system working well. All components that have no wiring or cables are completely waterproof. Components can be washed with warm water, dish soap and a medium bristle brush. After washing your system, use a light oil to lubricate the slide and the adjustment screw on the buckle component .

  • Page 44: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 8 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Incorrect number or Refer to the ROTIX setup chart 1. Chain is too (see Two Probe combination of links loose/tight Chain Configuration Setup Chart on page 52) for proper scanner (see Four Probe Chain Configuration Setup configuration.

  • Page 45: Spare Parts

    Chapter 9 SPARE PARTS To order accessories or replacement parts for your ROTIX system. (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1) NOTE: These drawings are for parts order. This is not a list of kit contents. 9.1. Standard Kit Components...

  • Page 46: High Temperature Kit Components

    High Temperature Wheel Block with Handle CE0143 High Temperature Wheel CES032 Double Chain Mount CES031 Overhead Adjustable Link CEA030 ROTIX High Temperature Frame Case BG0091 Cable Clip BG0038-X Frame Bar (see Frame Bar) BGS071-X-05 High Temperature Spring-Loaded Encoder (see Encoder Connector)

  • Page 47: Encoder Connector Type

    - Encoder connector type Fig. 131 Length Swing Arm Style Part # Length Swing Arm Style Part # NOTE: Additional encoder connector styles available. (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1) Short PH0069 Long PH0100 (1.61 (1.81 9.3. Accessories Part #...

  • Page 48: High Temperature Cable Management, Dovetail Mount

    9.3.2. High Temperature Cable Management, Dovetail Mount BOM ID Part # Description CES090 High Temperature Cable Management Mount CXS114 High Temperature Cable Management Clamp CX0371-0.45 High Temperature Cable Managment Sleeving, 4.5 m (14.7 ft) - Cable management Fig. 134 9.3.3. Pre-Amp Bracket Part # Description CES029...

  • Page 49: Reduced Width Scanning Kit

    9.3.5. Reduced Width Scanning Kit Part # Description CEG018-W-XX Reduced Width Scanning Kit W - Encoder Connector Type (See Encoder Connector Type) XX - Pivot Button Style (See Pivot Button Style) - Reduced width scanning kit Fig. 137 PAGE 44 of 53...

  • Page 50: Probe Holders

    9.3.6. Probe Holders 9.3.7. Slip Joint Probe Holder Parts BOM ID Part # Description PHS022 Slip Joint Probe Holder Subassembly MD050-010 SHCS, M4 x 0.7 x 10 , SST PH0104 Knurled Knob, M4 x 0.7 x 18 , 4 mm stand off, SST see Swing Arm Style PH0082 Knurled Knob, M4 x 0.7 x 10...

  • Page 51: Vertical Probe Holder Parts

    9.3.8. Vertical Probe Holder Parts BOM ID Part # Description PHS028 Vertical Probe Holder Subassembly PH0082 Knurled Knob, M4 x 0.7 x 10 mm, 3 mm stand off, SST see Arm Style PH0011-X Pivot Button Style (see Pivot Button Style) see Yoke Style MD050-010 SHCS, M4 x 0.7 x 10 mm, SST - Vertical probe holder parts...

  • Page 52: Probe Holder Components

    (9.84 BG0038-30 (11.81 NOTE: Additional probe holder pivot button types available. BG0038-35 BG0038-40 Part # Length (13.78 Part # Length (15.75 (contact Jireh Industries Ltd. on page 1) BG0038-35 BG0038-40 (13.78 (15.75 BG0038-05 (1.97 BG0038-10 (3.94 BG0038-45 (17.72 BG0038-50 (19.69...

  • Page 53: Variable Components

    (0.12 (0.09 9.5. Variable Components Conical Head (0.20 Zetec PA/TOFD Internal 9.5.1. Frame Bars Part # Length Part # Length BG0038-05 (1.97 BG0038-10 (3.94 BG0038-15 BG0038-20 (5.91 (7.87 BG0038-25 BG0038-30 (9.84 (11.81 BG0038-35 BG0038-40 (13.78 (15.75 BG0038-45 BG0038-50 (17.72 (19.69 BG0038-55 (21.65 - Frame bar selection...

  • Page 54: Disposal

    , this symbol indicated that the product (WEEE) must not be disposed of as unsorted municipal waste, but should be collected separately. Refer to Jireh Industries for return and/or collection systems available in your country. CE0120 Rev 05 PAGE 49 of 53...

  • Page 55: Limited Warranty

    THREE (3) YEARS from the original date of purchase. If a defect exists, at its option Jireh will (1) repair the product at no charge, using new or refurbished replacement parts, (2) exchange the product with a product that is new...
  • Page 56 Changes or modifications to this unit or accessories, not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. All specifications are subject to change without notice. © 2015 Jireh Industries Ltd. CE0120 Rev 05 PAGE 51 of 53...

  • Page 57: Appendix

    Chapter 12 APPENDIX 12.1. Two Probe Chain Configuration Setup Chart PIPE SIZE LINKS LONG SHORT (in) (in) (mm) (mm) 10.1 10.9 10.7 11.7 11.7 12.6 12.4 13.4 13.2 14.2 13.5 14.4 14.3 15.2 15.0 16.0 15.9 16.8 16.6 17.6 17.4 18.3 18.2 19.2...

  • Page 58: Four Probe Chain Configuration Setup Chart

    12.2. Four Probe Chain Configuration Setup Chart PIPE OD RANGE LINKS LONG SHORT (in) (in) (mm) (mm) 10.0 10.8 10.6 11.6 11.4 12.4 12.3 13.3 13.1 14.1 13.9 14.9 14.9 15.9 15.7 16.7 16.5 17.5 17.3 18.3 18.0 19.1 18.9 19.9 19.7 20.7...
  • Page 59 Jireh Industries Ltd. 53158 Range Road 224 Ardrossan, Alberta Canada T8E 2k4 780-922-4534 jireh.com...

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