Alpine 9000 manual

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1 Table of Contents 1. Overview 3 • Ultrasound Technology Instruction Scholarship Certificate 3 • Operation Mode 3 • Setup Mode 3 2. Basic Components 3 A. Plug-In Modules 4 • Scanning Module 4 • Contact Module 4 B. Pistol Grip Housing 4 • Display Panel 4 • Trigger On/Off Switch 5 • I/O Port 5 • Battery Compartment/Battery 5 • Wr[...]

2 4. Operation Mode 8 • Display Panel 8 • Bar Graph Display 8 • Sensitivity Control Dial 8 • Sensitivity / Volume Adjust 8 • Frequency Adjust 9 • Yellow Store Button 9 • Store a Reading 9 • Overwrite Data or Enter Data In a New Location 9 • Text Editor 10 5. Setup Mode 10 • Data Transfer 10 • Set Time & Date 11 • dB Scal[...]

3 WELCOME TO THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF AIRBORNE ULTRASOUND INSPECTION Congratulations, you are about to experience the ultimate in airborne/structure borne ultrasonic inspection. Your Ultraprobe 9000 is equipped with features that will help you inspect in the most challenging environment. 1. OVERVIEW Your Ultraprobe 9000 is a versatile instrument with[...]

4 A. PLUG-IN MODULES TRISONIC TM SCANNING MODULE: This module is utilized to receive air -b orne ultrasound such as the ultrasounds emitted by pressure/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 [...]

5 TRIGGER ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH : The Ultraprobe is always "off' until the trigger switch is pressed. To operate, press the trigger. To turn the instrument off, release the trigger. I/O PORT : This is the RS232 port for upload/download information transfer, including heterodyned sound output. Align the pins from the cable and plug in. Not[...]

6 3. ACCESSORIES A. STANDARD ACCESSORIES HEADSET : This heavy-duty headset is designed to block out intense sounds often found in industrial environments so that the user may easily hear the sounds received by the ULTRAPROBE. In fact, the standard headphones provide over 23 dB of noise attenuation. WTG-1 WARBLE TONE GENERATOR : The WTG -1 Tone Gene[...]

7 UFMTG-1991: The UFMTG 1991 is a multi directional warble tone generator. It has a high power output with a circular transmission pattern of 360 ° . WTG -2SP WARBLE PIPE THREADED TONE GENERATOR : A Warble Tone Generator that is used in test conditions where it is not possible to physically place the standard WTG -1 Warble Tone Generator, such as [...]

8 4. OPERATION MODE DISPLAY PANEL : When the trigger is pressed to turn the instrument on, the Display Panel will display intensity levels simultaneously on a bar graph and as a numerical decibel value. The current selected frequency will also be shown. Remaining Battery Charge is shown in the upper right corner. The letters R , S or P will alterna[...]

9 TO ADJUST THE FREQUENCY : • Look at the meter. The kHz indicator must blink to be able to tune the frequency. • If it is not blinking, “Click” in the Sensitivity control dial one time and the kHz indicator in the display panel will blink. • When the kHz indicator blinks, change the frequency by rotating the Sensitivity dial up (clockwis[...]

10 TEXT EDITOR: TO ENTER TEXT IN THE TEXT FIELD: • If enabled (refer to SET UP MODE 07), Click the Store Button once after storing data • The text field will blink. If the field has no entry, it will display “UNKNOWN” and the first character will blink. • The Sensitivity control dial can be used to scroll through the alphabet, A- Z , a sp[...]

11 02 Set Time and Date 1. Make sure the Ultraprobe is off. 2. Press (click) both the Yellow Store button and the Sensitivity dial at the same time, then squeeze and hold the trigger. 3. When in the first Menu Selection : “Data Transfer” (Menu 01), you may move to any of the other Menu Selections by spinning the Sensitivity Control up or down ([...]

12 04 dB Offset This position is selected to set the dB scale for readings to be taken in dB offset scale. In order to use the dB offset scale, refer to III above. To set the dB offset scale: 1. Make sure the Ultraprobe is off. 2. Press (click) both the Yellow Store button and the Sensitivity dial at the same time, then squeeze and hold the trigger[...]

13 06 Calibration Due Date Shown as Cal Due Date in the menu, this date is set at the factory and displays the recommended Recalibration/service date. This is one mode that cannot be changed by a user. It is only set at the factory after a service has been performed. NOTE: This cannot be changed. 07 Text Editor Text editor will enable or disable te[...]

14 09 Exit to program Click the Sensitivity Control dial and you will exit to Operations Mode. 6. USERS INSTRUCTIONS TRISONIC - SCANNING MODULE : • Plug in to front end. • 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. • For general use position the freque[...]

15 WARBLE TONE GENERATOR (UE -WTG -1): • Turn Tone Generator on by selecting either "LOW" for a low amplitude signal (usually recommended for small containers) or "HIGH" for high amplitude. In high, the Warble Tone Generator will cover up to 4,000 cubic feet (121.9 cu. meters) of unobstructed space. • When the Tone Generator[...]

16 A. - APPLICATIONS 1. LEAK DETECTION This section will cover airborne leak detection of pressure and vacuum systems. (For information concerned 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 fr[...]

17 particular gas it was designed to sense (e.g., helium). The Ultraprobe can sense any type of gas leak since it detects the ultrasound produced by the turbulence of a leak. Because of its versatility, the Ultraprobe may be utilized in a wide variety of leak detection. Pneumatic systems may be checked, pressurized cables, such as those utilized by[...]

18 1. SHIELDING TECHNIQUES Since ultrasound is a high frequency, short wave signal, it can usually be blocked or "shielded". NOTE: When using any method, be sure to follow your plant's or company's safety guidelines. Some common techniques are: a. Body: place your body between the test area and the competing sounds to act as a b[...]

19 The test is conducted by placing an ultrasonic transmitter, called TONE GENERATOR, inside (or on one side) of the test item. The warble pulse -signal from the TONE GENERATOR will instantly "flood" th e test item and penetrate any existing leak hole. Depending on configuration and material, even thin spots in certain metals can be vibra[...]

20 TRANSFORMERS, SWITCHGEAR AND OTHER ELECTRICAL APPARATUS E. ELECTRIC ARC, CORONA, TRACKING DETECTION There are three basic electrical problems that are detected with the Ultraprobe 9000: Arcing: An arc occurs when electricity is conducted to “ground”. Lightning is a good example. Corona: When voltage on an electrical conductor, such as an ant[...]

21 inspect electrical apparatus at a distance. The UWC 2000 is extremely directional and will locate the exact site of an electrical discharge. Another accessory is the LRM-9- Long Range Module which also increases the detection distance of the Ultraprobe. The basic difference is that the LRM is a one-hand operation but has a slightly wider detecti[...]

22 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 bearings and "comparing" potential differences. Historical testing requires monitoring a specific bearing over a period of time to establish its history. By an[...]

23 Lack of Lubrication: To avoid lack of lubrication, note the following: 1. As the lubricant film reduces, the sound le vel will increase. A rise of about 8 dB over baseline accompanied by a uniform rushing sound will indicate lack of lubrication. 2. When lubricating, add just enough to return the reading to base line. 3. Use caution. Some lubrica[...]

24 3. GENERAL MECHANICAL TROUBLE SHOOTING As operating equipment begins to fail due to component wear, breakage or misalignment, ultrasonic shifts occur. The accompanying sound pattern changes can save time and guesswork in diagnosing problems if they are adequately monitored. Therefore, an ultrasonic history of key components can prevent unplanned[...]

25 4. LOCATING FAULTY STEAM TRAPS An ultrasonic test of steam traps is a positive test. The main advantage to ultrasonic testing is that it isolates the area being tested by eliminating confusing background noises. A user can quickly adjust to recognizing differences among various steam traps, of which there are three basic types: mechanical, therm[...]

26 INVERTED BUCKET TRAPS normally fail in the open position because the trap loses its prime. This condition means a complete blow -through, not a partial loss. The trap will no longer operate intermittently. Aside from a continuous rushing sound, another clue for steam blow -through is the sound of the b ucket clanging against the side of the trap[...]

27 5. LOCATING FAULTY VALVES: Utilizing the contact (stethoscope) module in the Ultraprobe, valves can easily be monitored to determine if a valve is operating properly. As a liquid or gas flows through a pipe, there is little or no turbulence generated except at bends or obstacles. In the case of a leaking valve, the escaping liquid or gas will mo[...]

28 ABCD METHOD The ABCD method is recommended to check for the potential of competing ultrasounds downstream that may carry back to the area of inspection and give a false indication of a valve leak. For the ABCD method, 1. Refer to steps 1-5 above. 2. Mark two equidistant points upstream (these will be point A and Point B) and compare them to two [...]

29 To locate the leak area, gradually position the rod until the leak sound is heard at its loudest point. An alternative to this is to use a flat metal disc or coin and drop it on the test area. Touch the disc and listen at 20 kHz. This is useful when testing concrete or asphalt to eliminate scratching sounds caused by slight movements of the stet[...]

30 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. Al though 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. Anot[...]

31 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 ). 2. Now set you[...]

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