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Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual
Date:
Rev.:
11-12-2024
Operation Manual
Bolt-Check 3
R&D Test Systems A/S
R&D Test Systems
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Sigma 3
8382 Hinnerup
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0001-407-MAN
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Rev. date. 11-12-2024
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  • Page 1 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Operation Manual Bolt-Check 3 R&D Test Systems A/S Rev. date. 11-12-2024 R&D Test Systems • • • • Sigma 3 8382 Hinnerup Denmark service@rdas.dk +45 28 51 89 50 www.rd-as.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Contents Document Revision Table ..........................4 Introduction ..............................4 Purpose ..............................4 Customer support ..........................4 Disclaimer ............................... 5 Warranty ..............................5 Field of scoop ............................5 Before you begin ............................
  • Page 3 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 4.7.4 Stay Alert ............................11 System Overview ............................12 Transportation, Handling, and Storage ....................13 Quick Start ..............................14 Turn on Device ............................. 14 Connect Sensors ..........................14 Synchronize ............................
  • Page 4 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.2.6 Import .............................. 49 9.2.7 Scan QR ............................50 9.2.8 Report .............................. 51 9.2.9 Duplicate ............................52 9.2.10 Delete ............................52 Settings ..............................53 9.3.1 RFID Pen ............................53 9.3.2...
  • Page 5 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 15.3 System Calibration ..........................84 16 Dismantling, Disabling, and Scrapping ....................85 17 References ..............................86 R&D Test Systems • • • • Sigma 3 8382 Hinnerup Denmark service@rdas.dk...

  • Page 6: Document Revision Table

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 1 Document Revision Table Rev. no.: Rev. Date: Change: Responsible 11-12-2024 First edition 2 Introduction 2.1 Purpose The purpose of this operating manual is to describe the usability of Bolt-Check and secure safe and correct use of the equipment.

  • Page 7: Disclaimer

    This manual must be read and understood prior to use. Lack of understanding can lead to inaccurate measurements, damage to the equipment, and/or personal injury. This manual only covers Bolt-Check 3, which consists of two main components: • A tablet •...

  • Page 8: Before You Begin

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 3 Before you begin 3.1 Safety First! Before you use your Bolt-Check product, read, and understand the manuals provided with the equipment. Improper operation or maintenance can result in hazardous conditions that can cause severe personal injury or death, or damage to your equipment.

  • Page 9: Safety Information

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 4 Safety Information Before you use your Bolt-Check, read, and understand the safety information. Improper operation can result in hazardous conditions that can cause personal injury or damage to your equipment.

  • Page 10: Energy Isolation

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 4.4 Energy Isolation Energy isolation is a prime safety consideration where unexpected energizing, startup, or release of stored energy could occur and cause injury. Before any employee performs service or maintenance on the equipment or a component, the equipment must be isolated from the energy source and rendered inoperative.

  • Page 11: General Safety Practices

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Attempting to perform these activities can result in personal injury and/or damage to equipment components. Service activities must be performed or managed by R&D or qualified personnel only. Contact R&D Service & Installation before attempting any service activity.

  • Page 12: Visually Inspection Before Operating The Equipment

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 4.6.3 Visually Inspection Before Operating the Equipment Whenever you prepare to apply power to the equipment, R&D recommends that you visually inspect the state of your equipment to make sure that it is not worn out.

  • Page 13: Ensure Correct Cable Connection

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 4.6.12 Ensure Correct Cable Connection If a cable has been disconnected, ensure that you establish the correct relationship during reconnection. 4.7 Safety Practices While Operating the Equipment 4.7.1 Wear Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Page 14: System Overview

    Check also have a web interface for easy access to your data. Furthermore, it also gives an overview of your sites and projects. Bolt-Check 3 is protected by a sturdy casing, to protect the components from the environment. The casing comes with integrated handles for improved ergonomics, an integrated magnetic stainless- steel plate for sensors, and a pen holder for the RFID Pen.

  • Page 15: Transportation, Handling, And Storage

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 6 Transportation, Handling, and Storage The Bolt-Check device should be transported and stored in the provided case. The case has the following key dimensions. • Length: 55.8 cm •...

  • Page 16: Quick Start

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 7 Quick Start This chapter covers the basics for measurements and is intended as a brush up for trained operators. 7.1 Turn on Device • Turn on Bolt-Check by pressing the on button (1).

  • Page 17: Synchronize

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 7.3 Synchronize To measure on an existing project, the project must be synchronized and downloaded. To do that, press “Synchronize” and • then “Sync down” the project/projects.

  • Page 18: Measure Bolts

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Press “Tag all” and follow the • instructions on the screen. For more info about using Bolt-Check, go to: “Menu and Functions” on page 43. 7.7 Measure Bolts •...

  • Page 19: Operation

    Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8 Operation 8.1 Starting Up Bolt-Check This chapter covers the equipment included with Bolt-Check 3 and how to prepare it. 8.1.1 Contents The Bolt-Check device comes in a robust case with: • • Bolt-Check 3 Ultrasonic gel •...
  • Page 20 Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Bolt-Check 3 consists of two different devices: a tablet, and an ultrasonic device. Both devices are built into the same case. Tablet: Ultrasonic device: Panasonic FZ-G2 Dakota Ultrasonics MultiMax R&D Test Systems •...

  • Page 21: Preparing For Measurements

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.1.2 Preparing for Measurements Before starting a measurement, control that the following are connected to the device. • Ultrasonic sensor • Temperature sensor • RFID pen Ultrasonic sensor...

  • Page 22: Starting Up A Measurement Project

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • The ultrasonic sensor cable is a small cable with one pin in the middle of the termination. It can only be plugged into hole (3). •...
  • Page 23 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Enter project name. • Enter a description (optional). Press “Save”. • • Press “Add New Main Group”. • Type the name of the group. Press ”Add”.
  • Page 24 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Press “Add Bolts”. • • Enter number of bolts. • Select bolt size in the drop-down menu. • Select bolt material in the drop-down menu. • Select bolt type in the drop-down menu.
  • Page 25 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Optional fields to fill: Min Pretension Force Max Pretension Force Min Char. Pretension Force Spring constant Description • There are multiple options to press: Add a new Subgroup...

  • Page 26: Preparing Tags, Sensors, And Bolts

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.3 Preparing Tags, Sensors, and Bolts This chapter covers how to prepare, assign, and place tags, sensors, and bolts. 8.3.1 Placing Traceability Tags Before assigning traceability tags it should be considered where, when, and in which order this is desired.

  • Page 27: Assigning Traceability Tags

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.3.2 Assigning Traceability Tags Press “Manage projects”. • • Choose the desired project to measure. • Press “View”. • Press the arrow, so the dropdown will appear.
  • Page 28 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Press “View measurements”. • • Press “Tag all”. A “Scan tags” page will appear. • • Place the tip of the RFID pen on top of the traceability tag (yellow side). When the traceability tag is scanned, a high- pitch sound is played as confirmation.
  • Page 29 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • All reference measurements and elongation measurements are listed. Press “View” to see the selected. • If an elongation measurement is to be deleted, simply highlight the elongation, and click “Delete”.

  • Page 30: Choosing Correct Sensor

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.3.3 Choosing Correct Sensor The size of sensor is standardized for repeatability. Sensor sizes are handled by the program as well, meaning that measurements with a wrong sensor size is not possible.

  • Page 31: Preparing Sensor And Bolts

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.3.4 Preparing Sensor and Bolts • Make a visual inspection of the sensor, ensuring the measuring surface has no cracks, and does not have any areas where the surface is damaged.
  • Page 32 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Suitable Suitable for Example Description sensor reflection surface surface Type Forged head. In the centre of the head, negative Batch info texture. Texture The bolt head is a bit rough, but by selecting the right UT sensor, it is possible to conduct a measurement.
  • Page 33 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Suitable Suitable for Example Description sensor reflection surface surface Type Forged head. In the centre of the head, raised Batch info characters on in the measuring area.
  • Page 34 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Suitable Suitable for Example Description sensor reflection surface surface Type Stud end. Plain with marks for batch info. Batch info Texture The ends are normally sawed and are thus smooth and perpendicular to the bolt.

  • Page 35: Centering Pads

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.3.5 Centering Pads The positioning, or centering, pads are designed to ensure that the measuring position on bolts, is repeatable. These pads can be purchased at R&D to fit any size of stud or bolt.

  • Page 36: Placing Sensor

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.3.6 Placing Sensor The ultrasonic sensor must have a contact surface with a thin layer of gel to function properly. This removes air between sensor and material, thus improving the transmission of ultrasound.
  • Page 37 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Place the edge of the sensor on the surface. • Place the sensor on the bolt by tilting it. Doing so will squeeze away any air trapped inside the ultrasonic gel.

  • Page 38: Placing Temperature Sensor

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.3.7 Placing Temperature Sensor The temperature sensor is sensitive to external temperature sources, such as warm fingers and storage in pockets. Therefore, the temperature sensor must be handled with special attention as this could affect the measurement.

  • Page 39: Creating Reference Data

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.4 Creating Reference Data This chapter covers the process of measuring reference data, using a project already set up. For information on how to adjust the picture, read “Measurement Specifications” on page 59 Press “Measure”...

  • Page 40: Measured Wave

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.4.1 Measured Wave This chapter covers how and where to read the measured wave correctly. • red horizontal line displays the point of measurement. • The wave measured can be with positive (+) or negative (-) polarity.
  • Page 41 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Illustration of measurement on positive and negative settings on the same image on the two pictures. Top picture is measured on the positive side. Bottom picture is measured on the negative side.

  • Page 42: Error From Wrong Wave Measurement

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.4.2 Error from Wrong Wave Measurement A typical error during elongation measurement is to accidentally measure on another wave than the reference measurement was performed on. •...

  • Page 43: Stress Factor

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.4.3 Stress Factor This chapter covers the stress factor and its visual impact during measurements. The ultrasonic image on the graph does not show the actual elongation. The ultrasonic measurements have a “stress factor”...

  • Page 44: Measuring Elongation

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.5 Measuring Elongation This chapter covers elongation measurements, which are always performed after reference measurements. Bolt-Check is used to obtain an ultrasonic reflection image. The reference measurement is measured on the bolt before any tightening is conducted.
  • Page 45 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • The quality indicator helps repositioning the sensor to find an ultrasonic image close to the reference. • The temperature will affect the elongation if the temperature sensor is not the same temperature as the bolt.

  • Page 46: Quality Indicator

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 8.5.1 Quality Indicator When performing measurements, a quality indicator is shown on the right side of the screen as colour scaled bar. This reflects the quality of the measurement and therefore, a high quality indicates a reliable measurement.
  • Page 47 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • When performing elongation measurements, it is recommended to always try and change the gain up or down if the quality indicator is below 90, to see if it increases.

  • Page 48: Menu And Functions

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9 Menu and Functions This chapter covers different menu topics and navigation in the Bolt-Check program. 9.1 Synchronization This chapter cover synchronization between Bolt-Check device and database.
  • Page 49 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • To update the device with data from database, use “Sync Down”. • It is now possible to continue measurements on a project from BoltTrack. • To update the database with data from device, use “Sync Up”.

  • Page 50: Manage Projects

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.2 Manage Projects This chapter covers all options under “Manage projects” found on the start screen. 9.2.1 New Go to “Starting Up a Measurement Project” on page 17 for full introduction on how to start a new project.

  • Page 51: Edit

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.2.3 Edit Under edit, as shown in “View on page 45”, • there are options for every group and subgroup. “Add New Main Group” is used to design a •...
  • Page 52 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Bolt properties regarding size, material and type can be chosen from a drop-down menu. Simply click the arrow. • When all required and relevant information is entered, press “Add”. Bolts are now added to the selected groups.

  • Page 53: Advanced

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.2.4 Advanced Under “Advanced” there is a sub-menu, from here additional options occur: “Retag bolt”, “Add bolt”, “Scan & Highlight” and “Edit bolt data”. • The traceability tags change from icons to the actual traceability numbers.

  • Page 54: Export

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.2.5 Export By exporting the selected project, it can be saved to a desired location. This file can only be opened by Bolt-check software. For importing it see “Importing Data” on page 70.

  • Page 55: Scan Qr

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.2.7 Scan QR “Scan QR” makes it possible to scan QR codes, designed to include all relevant flange and bolt data. This makes it easier to navigate if there is a lot of projects on the Bolt-Check device.

  • Page 56: Report

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.2.8 Report “Report” extracts data from the selected project, this file is saved as a .csv file which can be used for further data treatment. • Press “Report”.

  • Page 57: Duplicate

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.2.9 Duplicate “Duplicate” is used for duplicating a project to save time. It takes time to set up a site with locations and flanges. Therefore, it is possible to use an existing project to create a duplicate.

  • Page 58: Settings

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.3 Settings This chapter covers all options under settings. • The “Setting” button is located at the start screen on Bolt-Check. • From there navigation is possible to...

  • Page 59: System

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.3.2 System The system tap contains information and some action buttons. • Send diagnostics if something is wrong with the Bolt-Check program. This will then be available to R&D as an error report.

  • Page 60: Manage Sensors

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 9.3.3 Manage Sensors When receiving the equipment, it will have a basis calibration from R&D, based on R&D master calibration rods. If separate rods are delivered along with Bolt-Check, the calibration will be based on these rods.
  • Page 61 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • When receiving a new Bolt-Check device or a new sensor it must be added in the Bolt- Check program. • A tag is present on each individual sensor.

  • Page 62: Manage Calibration Rods

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Reposition the sensor a few times to find a stable measurement. • If the elongation is less than ± 0,005 mm press “Verify calibration”. • If the elongation length is above ± 0.005 mm press “Adjust calibration”...
  • Page 63 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • If the rod is lost and not possible to use again it can be removed from the list. • Press and highlight the rod to be removed.

  • Page 64: Measurement Specifications

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 10 Measurement Specifications Multiple settings and factors can be adjusted in the Bolt-Check software. These are presented in the following sections. 10.1 Overview There are three basic adjustments and three advanced that can be used during reference measurements.
  • Page 65 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Example A bolt having a reference length of 472 mm and a clamping length of 400 mm. Expected elongation is 1.5 mm. Minimum visible measuring distance after the reference is 1.5 mm x 4 = 6 mm.

  • Page 66: Adjusting Width

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 10.3 Adjusting Width Adjusting width changes how much of the image there is available for the measurement to move. In some cases, it may be necessary to have a high width, e.g. if it is expected to perform a long stretch.

  • Page 67: Adjusting Gain

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 10.4 Adjusting Gain Gain describes the strength of the ultrasonic sound and thereby also the ultrasonic reflection, which is shown as the height of the waves. It is comparable to the volume on a loudspeaker system.
  • Page 68 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Example Gain 38 Here the measurement is conducted on the third wave, which is wrong. Therefore, the measurement needs more gain to increase the reflection so that the second wave gets large enough to be measured on.

  • Page 69: Error From Wrong Wave Measurement

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Applying too much gain will also result in unsuitable measurements. In this case the first wave is measured instead of the second. The peaks are now outside the display, which should be avoided.

  • Page 70: Gate

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 10.6 Gate Gate is used to search for a good echo at the right length, instead of searching the entire length of the stud/bolt. Gate can be adjusted if the echo catches some noise.

  • Page 71: Pre-Measurement Method

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 11 Pre-measurement Method In the scenario where bolts are already pre-measured by a Bolt-Check certified bolt manufacturer, the approach for adding bolts is different. Bolts must be synchronized to the Bolt-Check device before these steps are conducted.
  • Page 72 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • The system automatically enters tagging mode. • Scan each tag in the order intended. • The tag should be located inside the bolt. It is visible as a small yellow dot.

  • Page 73: Data Processing

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 12 Data Processing When a measurement has been finalized, the data can be “Reported” as a numeric value comma- separated file (“csv” file) or exported as a Bolt-Check data file, which also contains ultrasonic information for future measurements.
  • Page 74 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Press “Export”. • • Navigate to the preferred location and write a name for the project. Press “Save”. • R&D Test Systems • • • • Sigma 3...

  • Page 75: Importing Data

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 12.1.2 Importing Data Press “Manage projects”. • • Select the project from which data is to be imported. This is done by pressing the project and highlighting it.

  • Page 76: Report Data As Csv-File

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 12.2 Report Data as CSV-file • To extract data as a CSV-file, go to the Bolt-Check program main screen and press “Manage projects”. • The manage projects page will appear.
  • Page 77 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Navigate to the preferred location and write a name for the project. Press “Save”. • • The file is stored as a Microsoft Excel Comma Separated Value File (.csv file) R&D Test Systems...

  • Page 78: Troubleshooting

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 13 Troubleshooting The purpose of this chapter is to give the operator of the Bolt-Check device a guide to handle some of the issues that can occur when performing ultrasonic measurements.

  • Page 79: Table Of Troubleshooting

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 13.1 Table of Troubleshooting Cable connection Reconnect cable unstable/ lost RFID pen Cannot connect to RFID pen Open “USB setting” on Software issue tablet and reconnect to...

  • Page 80: Suggested Solutions

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 13.2 Suggested Solutions Bolt-Check device cannot start up Bolt-Check cannot start up => Connect to charger Ultrasonic device cannot start up Bolt-Check program cannot connect to MultiMax => Update firmware 1.
  • Page 81 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN Traceability tag not found If a traceability tag is scanned but not recognized, it is because it has not yet been assigned to a project. 1. First go to the desired project and assign the tags.

  • Page 82: Wrong Approximate Length

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 13.3 Wrong Approximate Length • If the approximate length value is wrong, navigate to group overview. Press “Advanced”. Press “Edit bolt data” and select the • right “Approx. Total length”...

  • Page 83: Software

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 14 Software This chapter covers the software administration. 14.1 Updating Software • Bolt-Check software update files can be downloaded from the settings menu. • Go to the starting screen on Bolt-Check device.

  • Page 84: Download And Install Bolt-Check Software

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 14.2 Download and Install Bolt-Check Software To download the software, click on the link below. Installation link boltcheck.azurewebsites.net - /public/beta/ Follow the steps. • Press on the newest link.
  • Page 85 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Choose the file location for the program. • A pop-up warning will appear in the downloads. Press “See more”. • • Place your cursor on the warning and click on the three dots.
  • Page 86 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • A Microsoft Defender warning will appear. • Press “See more”. Press “Keep anyway”. • • Press “Open file”. R&D Test Systems • • • • Sigma 3...
  • Page 87 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Microsoft Defender will once again warn you. Press “See more”. • Press “Run anyway”. • • A set-up window will appear. Press “Next >”. • •...
  • Page 88 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN • Go to your desktop. Open “Bolt-Check” by clicking on • the Bolt-Check shortcut. • Enter the login you have received from Bolt-Check consisting of an e-mail and a password. This can be provided by your admin.

  • Page 89: Service And Maintenance

    Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 15 Service and Maintenance The maintenance shall be carried out by qualified technical maintenance personnel. WARNING: Attempting to perform system maintenance can expose personnel to electrical hazards.
  • Page 90 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 16 Dismantling, Disabling, and Scrapping The decommissioning, including dismantling, disabling, and scrapping, shall be carried out by qualified technical personnel. WARNING: Attempting to perform decommissioning can expose personnel to electrical hazards.
  • Page 91 Name: Bolt-Check 3 Operation Manual Date: Rev.: Document no: Approved by: 11-12-2024 0001-407-MAN 17 References Ref. [1] 0001-415-MAN-Bolt-Check BoltTrack Manual rev. 01 Ref. [2] Dakota_MultiMax_Manual Ref. [3] TOUGHBOOK G2 Reference Manual R&D Test Systems • • • • Sigma 3...

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