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2.7  Trackballs and  touchscreen

Trackballs

The SpotChecker features two trackballs to operate 
the graphical software interface. Both trackballs work 
independently of each other and independently of a 
connected mouse.

Each trackball has a big and a small button. The big 
one of the respective trackball is equivalent to the left 
mouse button, the small button of each trackball to the 
right mouse button. 

You can operate both trackballs simultaneously, e.g. 
move the mouse pointer with the right trackball and 
trigger functions with the buttons of the left trackball.

Touchscreen

The SpotChecker is equipped with a touchscreen 
 enabling a direct operation of the menus appearing on 
the screen.

The operation by means of a mouse

(selecting and clicking) is in this case replaced with di-
rect touch on the screen. A mouse pointer is therefore 
not necessary.

To select or to mark an element of the user interface, 
just touch the corresponding point of the screen brie

fl

 y 

with your 

fi

 nger.

Attention:

Do not touch the touchscreen with any hard or sharp-
edged objects (e.g. ball-point pen or screw driver). 
The touch-sensitive surface may be severely dam-
aged by them. Do not apply any high pressure to the 
screen, the touchscreen needs only slight pressure to 
react.

Initial start-up and basics 

Trackballs and touchscreen

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Issue 02, 03/2009 

SpotChecker

Summary of Contents for SpotChecker

Page 1: ...SpotChecker Technical Reference and Operating Manual Ident No 49 131 Rev 2 0 ...

Page 2: ...This Issue 02 03 2009 applies to the version 1 0 Subject to change without notice ...

Page 3: ...ffect of temperature variations 12 Measurement of remaining wall thickness 12 Ultrasonic evaluation of flaws 13 Flaw boundary method 13 Echo display comparison method 13 Limitations of software 14 1 3 The SpotChecker 16 Special features 16 1 4 Standard package 18 1 5 Required accessories 19 1 6 Spare parts requirements 20 2 Initial start up and basics 25 2 1 Overview of instrument 26 Front panel 2...

Page 4: ...iver 38 Key assignment 38 2 9 Software installation 39 Re installation SpotChecker 39 Updates 39 Installation procedure 39 License after re installation 40 2 10 Basic settings 41 Selecting language 41 Restricting program access 41 Activating the password protection 42 Deactivating the password protection 42 2 11 Data backup 43 Saving data to external data media 44 Uploading data from external data...

Page 5: ...rocedure linear inspection plans 58 The evaluation assistance tools 59 Evaluation Assistance I 59 Evaluation Assistance II 60 Evaluation Assistance III 61 Evaluation Assistance IV 62 A scan and Racer view 63 Automatic A scan freeze 65 Graphical marking of relevant echoes 66 Interface echo gate 66 Reference A scan 67 Other inspection methods 68 3 3 Dialog probes 69 4 Care maintenance errors 71 4 1 ...

Page 6: ...ons SpotChecker 77 Enclosure 77 Connections 78 Power supply 78 Ultrasound 79 Settings and evaluation 79 6 Annex 83 6 1 EC declaration of conformity 84 6 2 Manufacturer Service addresses 86 6 3 Disposal 87 General view of the device 88 Recycling data of SpotChecker 90 7 Index 93 Contents 6 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 7: ...Introduction 1 SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 7 ...

Page 8: ...y use for medical applications or other purposes is not allowed The SpotChecker may only be used in industrial environments Power supply The power supply for the SpotChecker is carried out via one or two batteries or via a connected power sup ply unit The power supply unit may only be used in side buildings and may not be exposed to moisture or liquids Follow all safety instructions that are appli...

Page 9: ...he computer GE Sensing Inspection Technologies will not bear any responsibility regarding the influence this may have on SpotChecker operation The existing software drivers may be overwritten in such a case Defects errors and exceptional stresses If you have reason to believe that a safe operation of your SpotChecker is no longer possible you have to disconnect the instrument and secure it against...

Page 10: ...imits the choice of appropriate test equipment Operator training The operation of an ultrasonic test device requires a proper training in ultrasonic test methods A proper training comprises for example adequate knowledge of the theory of sound propagation the effects of sound velocity in the test material what happens to the sound wave at the interface between two different materials the propagati...

Page 11: ...Limitations of testing The information obtained from ultrasonic tests only re fers to those parts of the test object which are covered by the sound beam of the probe used Any conclusions from the tested parts to be applied to the untested parts of the test object should be made with extreme caution Such conclusions are generally only possible in cases where extensive experience and proven methods ...

Page 12: ...y values at shorter time intervals Failure to do so may lead to false thick ness readings Effect of temperature variations The sound velocity within the test object also var ies as a function of the material s temperature This can cause appreciable errors in measurements if the instrument has been calibrated on a cold reference block and is then used on a warm or hot test object Such measurement e...

Page 13: ...he flaw Echo display comparison method The echo from a small natural flaw is usually smaller than the echo from an artificial comparison flaw e g circular disc flaw of the same size This is due for in stance to the roughness of the surface of a natural flaw or to the fact that the beam does not impinge on it at right angles If this fact is not taken into account when evaluating natural flaws there...

Page 14: ...art of the inci dent sound energy will be scattered at its surface and is not available for the test The larger this initial scat tering the smaller the flaw echoes appear and the more errors occur in the evaluation result It is therefore important to take the effect of the test object s surfaces on the height of the echo into ac count transfer correction Limitations of software Based on the prese...

Page 15: ...Important information on ultrasonic testing Introduction SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 15 ...

Page 16: ...M for the case of a possible com puter failure or a necessary new installation The system uses standard and dialog probes the lat ter are automatically recognized Special features No additional computer hardware required USB interfaces for printer external mouse keyboard and data communication with a computer Easy to operate via touchscreen and two trackballs for both left and right handed operati...

Page 17: ...The SpotChecker Introduction SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 17 ...

Page 18: ...cl Carrying case 36 764 Lithium ion battery 10 8 V 4 8 Ah 109 412 Power supply unit 36 777 USB cable B A 1 m 109 397 Product CD SpotChecker 36 778 Driver CD 36 779 Windows multilanguage CD 35 602 Operating manual German English Manufacturer s certificate 49 131 Introduction Standard package 18 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 19: ...1 5 accessories Product code Description Order No Spot BAT Lithium ion batteries 10 8 V 4 8 Ah 109 412 Spot Chrg External battery charger 36 748 Required accessories Introduction SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 19 ...

Page 20: ...pad Spotchecker 36 738 Backlight inverter 109 413 Cable backlight inverter 36 775 Trackball left 6 p 109 407 Cable trackball left 6 p 36 772 Trackball right 10 p 109 408 Cable trackball right 10 p 36 773 LCD module 800 600 109 411 Cable LCD module 36 776 Introduction Spare parts requirements 20 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 21: ... cover 36 806 Shaft battery cover 36 805 Cover interfaces 36 769 Gasket cover interfaces 36 771 Knurled screw cover interfaces 36 807 Handgrip Spotchecker 36 741 Locking disk USM 20 34 796 Holder handgrip Phasor XL 36 585 Washer red Receiver 35 651 Washer black Transmitter 36 652 Spare parts requirements Introduction SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 21 ...

Page 22: ... harddisk IDE 109 492 Embedded PC 109 352 DDR SDRAM module 109 373 Heat cunductive foil thin 36 753 Heat cunductive foil thick 36 754 Battery backup CR2032 14 452 Cable battery 36 774 Cable main USLT 36 797 Jack RJ45 2 USB LAN 2 USB pulse 109 268 Introduction Spare parts requirements 22 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 23: ...cellaneous Power supply Charger Standard 36777 Charger external 36748 Battery 109412 Adaptor Bluetooth external USB 109523 Module WLAN internal 36823 Remote control transmitter 36818 Remote control receiver internal 36819 Cable USB A B 1 m 109397 Spare parts requirements Introduction SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 23 ...

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Page 25: ...Initial start up and basics 2 SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 25 ...

Page 26: ...e screen touchscreen for direct operation of the graphic interface 3 Trackball with two keys for direct operation of the graphic interface 4 Function keys F1 to F6 function assignment programmable via software 5 Key for switching on and off Initial start up and basics Overview of instrument 26 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 27: ...15V for connecting further instruments network con nection and for connecting the power supply unit 8 Prop up stand and handle for transportation and inclined installation 9 Battery compartment at the bottom for holding one or two lithium ion batteries Overview of instrument Initial start up and basics SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 27 ...

Page 28: ... unit and heat sensitive objects or equipment Avoid direct heat heat accumulation and overheating by direct sunlight or other heat sources Ensure there is adequate and unhindered circulation of air Ensure that no dirt or only dry nonconducting dirt ap pears on the instrument in particular at the connec tors The following conditions must be met at installa tion The instrument must not show any sign...

Page 29: ...connecting probes having only one transducer element both connector sockets are equally suitable connected in parallel so that it does not matter which one of the two sockets is used The connectors for transmitter and receiver are marked with red ring receiver and black ring transmitter A Attention Wrong connections lead to a mismatching which may result in considerable power losses or distortions...

Page 30: ... using the external power supply with the appropriate power cable The socket connector is under the cover on the top side of the SpotChecker A Attention Be sure not to overexpand the cover when opening Loosen the knurled screw in the cover on the top side of the instrument and open the cover com pletely Plug the Lemo connector of the external power supply unit into the socket connector 15V until i...

Page 31: ...hand or into the right hand battery compartment Observe the accurate position of the battery the contacts have to point back and downwards Close the cover and fasten the knurled screw Checking the battery charge level The lithium ion battery is equipped with a battery charge indicator The battery charge indicator is lo cated at the front of the battery Five LCD segments indicate the battery charge...

Page 32: ...y as soon as you connect the external power supply You can carry out ultrasonic tests and charge a battery at the same time The charging time is approx 6 hours per battery The charging time is not reduced if the instrument is not simultaneously used for ultrasonic tests The charging time applies to ambient temperatures from 25 C to 30 C Please keep in mind that the batteries are not charged to the...

Page 33: ... the menu item Exit from the menu File All current settings are saved and the program is closed Click the button Start in the taskbar and select the menu item Shut Down to shut down the Windows operating system After Windows is closed down the SpotChecker will switch off automatically H Note To switch off the SpotChecker without shutting down the software or the operating system you have to keep t...

Page 34: ...ows XP and the relevant software in the documentation of the respective manufacturer Network You can connect the SpotChecker with an Ether net network e g for data transfer The basic network functions are already set up but have to be adapted and configurated to specific local dependent condi tions H Note You will find information on the network functions un der Windows XP in the documentation for...

Page 35: ...ument and open the cover com pletely Plug the Bluetooth adapter in a free USB connec tor If the SpotChecker is switched on the adapter is initialized and immediately ready for operation Shut the cover and fasten the knurled screw In order to communicate via Bluetooth the involved instruments have to establish a connection with each other Pairing The method depends on the instru ment used in each c...

Page 36: ...hscreen The SpotChecker is equipped with a touchscreen enabling a direct operation of the menus appearing on the screen The operation by means of a mouse selecting and clicking is in this case replaced with di rect touch on the screen A mouse pointer is therefore not necessary To select or to mark an element of the user interface just touch the corresponding point of the screen briefly with your f...

Page 37: ...ntrol systems can also be simultane ously operated without any mutual interferences This independence of several remote control systems is automatically ensured by a special code H Notes Remote control operation can be influenced by exter nal interference e g welding robot in the production line Therefore especially before storing check to see whether the transmitted commands e g evalua tion have ...

Page 38: ... assigned to the receiver After this the remote control is ready for operation Key assignment You can assign program specific function to the eight keys of the radio remote control Select Options in the menu Configuration and then click the tab Function keys Select the program function you want in the re spective list box for the keys and activate the ap propriate tag Confirm the changes you have ...

Page 39: ... don t delete the old version In stall the new version in the directory suggested by the installation program The old program version is auto matically deleted the old database is maintained and automatically copied into the correct directory Installation procedure For a new installation or an update please follow the procedure outlined below In each case you have to connect the SpotChecker with a...

Page 40: ...l be given a license file valid for the corresponding computer The MAC address normally consists of six groups of two hexadecimal digits You can detect it as follows Switch on the computer Windows will start Click the button Start in the Windows taskbar and choose Programs Accessories Command Prompt The window Command Prompt will be opened Enter the command ipconfig all and press the Enter key Dep...

Page 41: ...een entered and the password protection has been activated a name together with a valid password must be entered every time the program is started The entered password determines the allowed operating possibilities A master password allows access to all functions including the entry or deletion of passwords After an inspector password has been entered the processing of inspection plans is possible...

Page 42: ...o activate the pass word protection If the password protection is acti vated the box is marked with a tick A registered name must be entered together with a valid password when the system is started the next time Deactivating the password protection Choose the menu item Options from the menu Settings Click the tab Program access Click the check box Activate in order to deactivate the password prot...

Page 43: ...the set ting in the case of a possible computer failure this method gives the opportunity to create a library for dif ferent inspections which can be loaded as required We recommend the Windows Backup tool for for the data backup It is absolutely necessary that you also make a back up of your data prior to any software updates Please observe the special information on this You should always make a...

Page 44: ...up program Uploading data from external data media Loading data from CD or DVD requires a correspond ing external USB drive connected to the SpotChecker A Attention When uploading files to the computer an overwrite will occur if any files of the same name already exist Quit working with the SpotChecker before uploading any data Insert a CD containing backup files into the drive Click the Start but...

Page 45: ...ppears Starting the Online Help The Online Help for the SpotChecker consists of sev eral chapters and individual sections just like a manu al To view the required information you have to start Help choose a topic and then have the page dis played in the Help window Proceed as follows Start the SpotChecker software You will see the program interface Click the button with the question mark The win d...

Page 46: ... or buttons When you move the mouse pointer over to a cross reference the mouse pointer is shown as a pointing hand In that case you can press the left mouse button and call another Help topic Starting the Online Help without the software The Online Help for the SpotChecker can be opened without activating the program itself beforehand To do this you have to call the Help file Proceed as follows C...

Page 47: ...s Click the Contents button of the Help window The window Help Topics appears Click a chapter book symbol or a topic symbol and then the Print button H Note All topics that can be clicked in the list of Contents are printed out individually or as a book If there are links underlined words or phrases to other topics on the printed pages they are not automatically included in the printout If you wan...

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Page 49: ...Individual inspection reports 3 SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 49 ...

Page 50: ...ly quickly because the welding structure is coarse grained and therefore presents a high sound atten uation The echo distances correspond to the total thickness of the welded plates less the electrode mark 2 In the case of a too small spot weld the inspec tor observes small intermediate echoes originating from the interface between the plates in addition to the normal echo sequence This makes it p...

Page 51: ...On the other hand the comparison of the nugget di ameter with the sound beam diameter requires a high quality of the probes Probe certificates are issued to prove the sound beam properties Comparison of ultrasonic inspection with other inspection methods The shop methods include the button test the de structive chipping test and the nondestructive chip ping test using hammer and chisel In the case...

Page 52: ...nd not the mixed loads generally occur ring A disadvantage of these methods is the fact that an inspection on the finished component is not pos sible The micrographic examination enables information to be obtained on the nugget geometry on the internal flaws and assessments to be made about the struc ture The good correlation between the nugget geom etry and the results of destructive tests using ...

Page 53: ... a higher inspection frequen cy and acceptable with regard to the costs involved only the chipping test using chisel and the ultrasonic inspection are competitive in principle This rough overview of the current inspection possibili ties already reveals the reasons for the high motiva tion with which the well known unsolved problem of nondestructive inspection of spot welds using ultra sonics has b...

Page 54: ...d in cooperation with the automotive industry and it is especially suitable for use within the production e g body shell construc tion and for quality assurance purposes The access to the various program functions is only possible using the specifically assigned passwords for inspectors and methods engineers inspection planners SpotChecker is a database program especially devel oped for the automa...

Page 55: ...mum of six different criteria adaptation possibility of Evaluation Assistance II III and IV to varying requirements in daily inspection situations material plate thickness support of intelligent dialog probes special remote control with user programmable functions export of inspection results to MS Excel and MS Access e g for statistical further processing classification of ultrasonic inspection r...

Page 56: ...nspection plan Top door 1 A049 3 plates setting A 2 A050 3 plates setting A 3 A051 3 plates setting A Structured inspection plan 1 right side top door A051 3 pl setting A 2 right side mid door C024 2 pl setting B 3 right side mid door C023 2 pl setting B 4 right side mid door C022 2 pl setting C 5 right side bottom door B017 2 pl setting D 6 right side bottom door B016 2 pl setting D Structured in...

Page 57: ...e integral parts of the continuous improvement of processes and included as a proof of the improve ment of quality in the state of the art quality manage ment concepts UltraCAR can integrate the results from the different inspection stations into a centralized database system This enables to use the program for the collection and the evaluation all inspection results obtained over a certain period...

Page 58: ...ne and the same inspection plan which has once been created An inspection plan contains all the data and settings for a standardized inspection sequence This provides a high degree of reliability both for the inspection pro cess and for the inspector When creating an inspection plan the program pro vides forms to guide through the required data step by step so that nothing is missed or forgotten T...

Page 59: ...tance tools SpotChecker is able to carry out an automatic evaluation and to se lectively save the required data e g only certain flaw types A visual evaluation by the inspector is also always possible by pressing a key Evaluation Assistance I The following fixed inspection criteria are filed in the program for the Evaluation Assistance I OK Small nugget Stick weld Burnt Bad through welding Loose T...

Page 60: ...n measurements The evaluation results depend on the occurrence of flaw echoes Simultaneously with the definition of the evaluation ranges in tabular form SpotChecker presents the graphical display and setting of the ranges The rang es shown by different colors can be easily edited and moved by means of the mouse The graphical repre sentation makes the setting easier together with the clear marking...

Page 61: ...therefore recommend that the ranges be set so that no overlapping occurs Range gaps are un acceptable Evaluation Assistance III The Evaluation Assistance III is likewise applicable to two and three plate inspections total thickness min 1 mm max 12 mm Any chosen inspection criteria can be filed for this evaluation assistance tool The evaluation is based on a complex A scan com parison The user file...

Page 62: ...al gates must be based on a sufficient num ber of exact comparison measurements using refer ence spot welds in order to avoid any measurement errors in the automatic evaluation as far as possible Advantage Model results can be filed for any chosen materials The system can be trained and is open to future applications Example Definition of a model scan for inspection criterion OK H Note If during e...

Page 63: ...g evaluation classes are permanently filed in the memory OK No flaw NOK Flaw TR Upper tolerance range TR Lower tolerance range You can individually define the evaluation ranges by entering the required values H Note The individual configuration of Evaluation Assis tance IV should in any case only be made in agree ment with the Service of GE Sensing Inspection Technologies A scan and Racer view As ...

Page 64: ...evaluation of the A scan Analo gously to the A scan view the evaluation in the Racer view can be carried out in fully automatic mode in partly automatic mode or in manual mode A scan view A scan view with test sketch Individual inspection reports The software SpotChecker 64 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 65: ...as the echoes of the currently active A scan are situated within these gates the A scan is automatically frozen The posi tion of the first gate must ensure that the first backwall echo reaches 80 screen height H Note More information on the positioning of gates are given in the on line help supplied with SpotChecker The software SpotChecker Individual inspection reports SpotChecker Issue 02 03 200...

Page 66: ...th every variation of the probe position as well as with every variation of the load applied to the probe These constant variations of the delay line cause an alternating horizontal shift of the display in the A scan with every movement of the probe the A scan wob bles SpotChecker is provided with an additional interface echo gate by means of which the display is continu ously aligned with the pos...

Page 67: ...A scan A reference A scan stored in the database can be used in connection with the Evaluation Assistances The reference A scan is generated during the defini tion of the Evaluation Assistances and stored in the inspection plan and it can be displayed in addition to the live A scan in the background during the inspec tion The reference A scan presents an easy way of visual evaluation to the operat...

Page 68: ... file describing graphics by means of numerical values position and height of ampli tudes The reference A scan can be scaled and in that way adapted to the individual test environment Other inspection methods Besides the ultrasonic inspections SpotChecker can also be used for the documentation of other shop methods e g chipping test using chisel button test or micrograph Individual inspection repo...

Page 69: ... diameter and frequency which are important for the inspection can be defined as default inspection settings for the individual actions in the inspection plan The probe monitoring feature included in SpotChecker simplifies every probe change to be carried out by us ing dialog probes Especially when using several dif ferent probe types in one and the same inspection plan it s no longer necessary to...

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Page 71: ...Care maintenance errors 4 SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 71 ...

Page 72: ...r supply unit and the cables using only a dry cloth 4 2 Maintenance Check the pins of the connectors at regular intervals The pins must not be damaged No other maintenance work is in principle required on the SpotChecker Care of batteries 4 3 The capacity and life of batteries depends on their correct handling Pay attention to the following infor mation You should charge the batteries in the follo...

Page 73: ...batteries are delivered with a minimum residual capacity of 20 This boosting charge enables a stor age period of at least six months at room temperature before the electronic system goes to shut down mode This mode extends the storage time to approximately one year after that the batteries can no longer be charged 4 4 Errors A Attention Do not open the housing of the SpotChecker The unit does not ...

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Page 75: ...Technical specifications 5 SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 75 ...

Page 76: ...0S connection 15V Top view of the interface Pin assignment and signals Pin Signal Function Level Direction 1 GND_EXT ground 2 3 15V_EXT_IN power 15 V 5 input 4 Technical specifications Specification of the interfaces 76 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 77: ... 0 45 C Dimensions W H D 225 314 94 mm Weight incl batteries approx 3 2 kg Protection rating IP 65 Shock resistance according to EN 600 68 2 27 Vibration resistance according to IEC 600 68 2 6 Fc Display 8 4 TFT SVGA touchscreen Control devices 2 trackball with 2 buttons each 6 function keys touchscreen Specifications SpotChecker Technical specifications SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 77 ...

Page 78: ...SB type B socket Power supply Operating voltage 15 V DC Power consumption approx 22 W Batteries 2 lithium ion 10 8 V 4 8 Ah Operating time approx 4 0 h with 2 batteries Power supply unit external power supply unit 100 230 V AC max 70 W Technical specifications Specifications SpotChecker 78 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 79: ...0 Ohm 500 Ohm 1 kOhm Probe mode TR On Off through transmission Settings and evaluation Calibration ranges min 0 2 5 mm 0 0 1 steel max 0 9 700 mm 0 381 steel Sound velocity range 500 15 000 m s 0 02 0 59 μs integrated editable material table Pulse shift 10 1 500 mm 0 39 50 steel Probe delay 0 100 μs Frequency range 0 5 20 MHz 3 dB 4 filter ranges Gain 110 dB adjustable in steps of 0 5 1 2 6 dB Spe...

Page 80: ...erence reflectors used back wall circular disk reflector and side drilled hole Monitor gates 2 independent monitor gates adjustable over the entire maximum calibration range evaluation on the basis of A scan at display refresh rate gate alarm off coincidence anticoincidence visual and or acoustic alarm Distance measurement individually selectable for each gate at the echo flank or peak in the RF m...

Page 81: ...y of the currently active signal and a stored A scan Dialog languages German English French Spanish Italian Chinese Japanese Units mm inch μs Data storage database for storing and managing instrument settings test jobs and test results including A scan DAC and alphanumeric comments export to Microsoft Excel limited only by the hard disk size Specifications SpotChecker Technical specifications Spot...

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Page 83: ...Annex 6 SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 83 ...

Page 84: ...g equipment Class A equipment is equipment suitable for use in all establishments other than domestic and those directly connected to a low voltage power supply network which supplies buildings used for domestic purposes Class A equipment is only for use in industrial environ ment 2006 95 EC Low Voltage Directive The accordance with the requirements of the directive 2006 95 EC is proved by complia...

Page 85: ... that you would like to know about the use handling operation and specifications of the instrument please contact your nearest GE Sensing Inspection Technologies representative or directly GE Sensing Inspection Technologies GmbH Service Center Robert Bosch Straße 3 50354 Hürth GERMANY or Postfach 1363 50330 Hürth GERMANY Phone 49 0 22 33 601 111 Fax 49 0 22 33 601 402 France GE Inspection Technolo...

Page 86: ...anley Coventry CV4 8AF GREAT BRITAIN Phone 44 845 130 3925 Fax 44 845 130 5775 USA GE Inspection Technologies LP 50 Industrial Park Road Lewistown PA 17044 USA Phone 1 717 242 03 27 Fax 1 717 242 26 06 Annex Manufacturer Service addresses 86 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 87: ...nd the environment In order to avoid the dis semination of those substances in our environment and to diminish the pressure on the natural resources we encourage you to use the appropriate take back systems If you need more information on the collection reuse and recycling systems please contact your local or re gional waste administration Visit http www geinspectiontechnologies com en aboutus ehs...

Page 88: ...iew of the device In the following you find an instrument overview as well as guidelines and notes for recycling and waste disposal of the components 1 2 2 3 4 5 6 Annex Disposal 88 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 89: ...interface cover fastened with milled screws 3 Aluminium Heat sink 4 Stainless steel Handle complete 5 ABS PC TPE Ms Upper lower housing with press fitted brass sockets 6 Li Ion battery The battery is located in the battery case in the bottom To open the case use the milled screws 7 EPG 2 printed boards inside of the instrument Disposal Annex SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 89 ...

Page 90: ...nt tubes of the LCD display contain small amounts of mercury Hg Lithium Ion battery 0 30 Located in battery case Lithium Ion battery 0 05 On the PCB main board Materials components that can lead to perturbation of different recycling processes ABS PC TPE brass 0 90 Housing top bottem case with press fitted brass socket EPG 0 50 Var printed boards Annex Disposal 90 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 91: ... general advantageous Stainless steel 0 15 Carry handle Aluminium 0 05 Battery interfase cover Aluminium 0 20 Heat sink Composite Key pad 0 35 Consisting of Foil aluminium glass spring steel Mounting parts cable 0 35 Total weight including battery 3 2 Disposal Annex SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 91 ...

Page 92: ...Annex Disposal 92 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 93: ...Index 7 SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 93 ...

Page 94: ...anges in temperature 28 Cleaning 72 Clearance 28 Connecting a receiver probe 29 Connecting a transmitter probe 29 Connections 78 Connectors 72 Context sensitive help 45 D Damage 9 Data backup 43 Defects 9 Dialog probes 29 Dirts 28 72 Disposal 88 Documentation 9 Drivers 9 Dust 28 E Environmental conditions 9 Errors 9 73 Evaluation 13 79 Index 94 Issue 02 03 2009 SpotChecker ...

Page 95: ...K Knowledge 10 L Language 41 LEMO 0S connection 76 License 40 License file 39 Location for installation 28 M MAC address 40 Maintenance 72 Manufacturer 86 Material 14 N Network 27 34 O Online help 9 45 Operating temperature 77 Operation 33 Operator 10 Overview of instrument 26 Index SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 95 ...

Page 96: ...Solvents 72 Sound attenuation 14 Spare parts requirements 20 Specification interfaces 76 Specifications SpotChecker 77 SpotChecker 16 54 Standard package 18 Storage 9 Storage temperature 77 Switching off 26 Switching on 26 T Technical specifications 75 Temperature variations 12 Test equipment 10 Test object s material 12 Test result 10 Test specifications 11 Touch screen 26 36 Trackball 26 36 Trai...

Page 97: ...Transmitter connection 29 Transmitter remote control 37 U Ultrasonic inspection 10 Ultrasound 79 Update 39 USB 27 34 Use 8 9 W Wall thickness measurement 11 WLAN 34 Index SpotChecker Issue 02 03 2009 97 ...

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