Prior To Use - Scanprobe Maxprobe User Manual

Prior to Use

Before using the Maxprobe System, the operator is responsible for ensuring that the system
is safe and suitable for use, and that the work is effectively planned and being undertaken in
an appropriate manner:
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The operator is responsible for ensuring that risk assessments have been
undertaken for the site under survey.
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The operator is responsible for ensuring that method statements, or work
instructions, have been produced for all work activities being undertaken.
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The operator is responsible for ensuring that the inspection system is suitable for
the works planned.
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The operator is responsible for ensuring they are suitably trained and
experienced for the works being undertaken, including any additional training
that may be needed for site specific hazards (such as enclosed space entry, or
working at heights).
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The operator is responsible for ensuring they are familiar with this user manual,
and that this user manual is always available, should they need to reference it.
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The appropriate coiler is available for the work planned, and the coiler is fitted
with an appropriate length of pushrod.
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The CCU has adequate charge to complete the planned work; a fully charged
battery should power the system for approximately 8 hours. The CCU will take
approximately 4 hours to fully charge from low battery charge. The mains power
adaptor supplied with the unit is not intended for use in outdoor environments.
Do not attempt to charge or operate the unit from the mains supply outdoors.
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If required, the camera trolley is available, clean, and fitted with the correct
wheels.
Before each use, the operator should undertake a visual inspection on the system to check:
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All connectors are clean and undamaged, checking that all pins are present and
unbent.
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All connectors are fitted securely.
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All cables are present and undamaged.
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The camera is fitted with an appropriate skid.
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The pushrod is serviceable.
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The CCU is clean, dry, and charged appropriately.
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The camera, coiler, CCU, and any accessories are clean and in a serviceable
condition.
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All rubber bungs and sealing flaps are fitted and secured.
Maxprobe User Manual
Version 2.0
22 November 2023
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