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Overview

Pressure Transducer

The pressure transducer is attached to the unit by a coiled cord.
The transducer is fitted with a quick disconnect for connecting to
the fusion machine. The fusion machine must be fitted with an
adapter for connecting the transducer. Power for the transducer is
supplied by the computing unit. The transducer is stored on the
DataLogger

unit for transportation between machines.

Battery Operation

The computing unit is battery operated and will typically operate
continuously for 8 hours without recharging. It can be operated
and charged simultaneously or can be charged when not being
used to log fusion data.
Simply plug the DataLogger

charger into the jack on the handle

to charge the batteries within the unit.

Temperature Probe

The temperature probe uses non-contact infra-red technology. The
probe is attached to a coiled cord. The probe is fastened to the
DataLogger

unit when not in use.

Computer

The DataLogger

is an MS-DOS computer with a 16 line by 25

character display screen. The unit is sealed to resist moisture and
dust. There is a numeric keyboard with key buttons for operating the
system and entering joint data. The combination of lead-through
operator prompts on the screen and simple keyboard data entry
make for easy operator training and use.
The computing unit is programmed to operate in two languages:
English, and Spanish. The language is selected by the operator.

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Summary of Contents for DataLogger

Page 1: ...Manual DL3601 Revision B 11 02 Fusion Joint DataLogger Operator s Manual...

Page 2: ...ore operating the DataLogger please read this manual thoroughly and keep a copy with the unit for future reference This manual is to be considered part of your equipment TX01335 4 25 97 World Class Tr...

Page 3: ...ssistance inquiries shall be directed to McElroy Manufacturing Inc P O Box 580550 833 North Fulton Tulsa Oklahoma 74158 0550 918 836 8611 Telex No 200470 Fax No 918 831 9285 DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY Mc...

Page 4: ...Bull No 824 No 1236 No 1648 No 2063 Fusion Machines 3 1 Optional Mounting Position Bracket 3 2 Sidewinder Fusion Machine 3 2 Keyboard Commands On and Off 4 1 Function Keys 4 1 Arrow Keys 4 1 BKSP Bac...

Page 5: ...ore Data Logging is Turned Off 5 9 Incorrect Shift Sequence 5 10 Downloading Joint Reports Introduction 5 11 System Requirement 5 11 Installing the Program 5 11 Using the Program 5 11 Download Joint R...

Page 6: ...RTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way PELIGRO Read and Understand Do not operate this equipment until you have carefully read and understand the Safety and Operation s...

Page 7: ...or hear that is different from what you expect or that you think may be unsafe SAFE1ST 1 2 22 92 Wear Safety Equipment Wear a hard hat safety shoes safety glasses and other applicable personal protect...

Page 8: ...hen bleeding air from hydraulic system to avoid spraying oil into eyes Fusion Machine Procedures Familiarize yourself with the fusion machine you will be working with by reading the Manufacturer s man...

Page 9: ...inter Manual Tip Card MMI CD Printer Clamp Mount Printer Program Diskette Printer Charger DataLogger Charger Spare Paper Printer Adapter Communication Cable DataLogger Overview 2 1 Case Layout Mountin...

Page 10: ...rger into the jack on the handle to charge the batteries within the unit Temperature Probe The temperature probe uses non contact infra red technology The probe is attached to a coiled cord The probe...

Page 11: ...ficient heat to cause a malfunction Fusion Data Storage and Display The computing unit will capture and store data on the fusion process The number of joints that can be stored is determined by the nu...

Page 12: ...ydraulic quick disconnect for connecting the DataLogger pressure transducer If the machine does not have one contact your distributor for the proper adapter or retrofit kit NOTICE Make sure the fusion...

Page 13: ...as a template Fasten the bracket to the guard with the enclosed hardware Installation PH02403 11 20 02 TX02092 11 20 02 Sidewinder Fusion Machine Attach DataLogger to mounting bracket on top of Sidewi...

Page 14: ...rned off while it is plugged into the battery charger NOTICE The unit will remember the screen you were in when you turn the unit off It will come back to that screen when you turn it back on Function...

Page 15: ...erating sequence CD01534 4 15 99 9 8 7 4 5 6 1 2 3 0 INS ESC DEL F5 F4 F3 F2 F1 I O BKSP SP CTL ALT ENTER D C B A TX01348 4 15 99 Enter Key The Enter key is used to accept the data listed on each scre...

Page 16: ...rmation when prompted The alphanumeric keys are used for other text entries 9 8 7 4 5 6 1 2 3 0 INS ESC DEL F5 F4 F3 F2 F1 I O BKSP SP CTL ALT ENTER D C B A E F G H I J K L M N O P V U T S R Q W X Y Z...

Page 17: ...4 4 Keyboard Commands Y Key Yes The Y key advances a screen CD01540 4 15 99 0 INS ESC DEL ENTER D C B A E F G H I J K L M N O P V U T S R Q W X Y Z TX01614 4 30 99...

Page 18: ...Menu screen check the date and time If either is incorrect select the System Menu by pressing 3 and select SET CLOCK from the menu Follow the instructions on the screen to set the date and time Press...

Page 19: ...the valve counterclockwise Shift the carriage control valve to the left Gradually increase the pressure by turning the valve clockwise Increase the pressure until the carriage moves Quickly reduce the...

Page 20: ...ause an inaccurate reading NOTICE Make sure the probe is not at an angle when measuring the temperature Incorrect probe placement will result in measurement errors NOTICE Keep the lens on the temperat...

Page 21: ...y was pressed and also shows a stopwatch timer The stopwatch can be used for timing during the fusing process Press 0 to reset and restart the stopwatch The recording should be stopped as soon as the...

Page 22: ...terial Drisco 9 Pipe Size 8 IPS Interfacial Pressures 10 Fuse 75 P 11 Cool 75 P Recommended Gauge Pressur 12 Fuse 338 P 13 Cool 338 P Recorded data 14 Drag Pressure 30 P 15 DataLogger Probe 0 F 16 Ext...

Page 23: ...ntil the end of data logging either canceled by the operator timed out or ran out of memory For plots of 5 minutes or less the time scale is shown in seconds For long plots the time scale changes to m...

Page 24: ...99 Printing Joint Reports A portable printer EXTECH Instruments Mini Serial Printer lla42 is available to print joint reports You may print the report at the end of each joint or use the Report Menu...

Page 25: ...ed on the manifold and pressure drops rapidly to zero for the soaking period The carriage control is then shifted to neutral When the soaking time is complete the carriage is shifted to remove the hea...

Page 26: ...uption Before Data Logging is Turned Off The right side of the plot shows a tapering off of pressure This could indicate that power was lost or a jaw opened before Datalogging was turned off TX01921 5...

Page 27: ...ect Shift Sequence Pressure not dropping to zero in a timely mannner could indicate that the carriage was shifted to neutral before heat mode was selected on the manifold TX01922 5 2 01 Operation PH02...

Page 28: ...Run 3 Type a setup and press Enter Follow the setup program prompts on the screen You may accept all the default settings and allow the setup program to install the McElroy Joint Reporter in the reco...

Page 29: ...nloaded you may open individual report files for viewing and printing Only one file can be opened for viewing at a time but multiple files can be selected for printing Features of the McElroy Joint Re...

Page 30: ...1 Show or hide the Toolbar 2 Show or hide the Status Bar Front end Search Range This feature is to help graph the front end plot and open close plot more accurately in case logging was not turned off...

Page 31: ...d fusion joints The recharging operation will be completed in 4 hours The intelligent recharging circuit will automatically stop when the batteries are recharged If the unit turns off because of a low...

Page 32: ...into an electrical outlet with the correct voltage for the charger you are using NOTICE Use only the battery charger provided Other chargers with the incorrect voltage current or polarity may result i...

Page 33: ...hten them until you feel some resistance 6 Press the F1 key to turn on the unit Replacing Batteries in Printer Turn the printer off Remove the access panel on the bottom of the printer Replace the bat...

Page 34: ...ssure transducer Offset Pressure transducer voltage at 0 psi Final actual pressure transducer output voltage minus offset voltage Input minus offset adjusted temperature voltage Software Version Compu...

Page 35: ...and you need to press Enter to return to the DataLogger program 8 Press the BLUE key and then the V key key for the diagnostics screen If the calibration was successful the third battery status line s...

Page 36: ...user Do not try to open the case Any attempt to open the case can affect the weatherproofing and can damage the unit TX01390 6 4 97 Maintenance and Troubleshooting PH01581 4 15 99 6 6 Calibration Uni...

Page 37: ...t until the unit returns within the suggested temperature range Long exposure to temperature below 40 C 40 F may damage the screen Prolonged exposure to temperatures above 60 C 140 F will damage the m...

Page 38: ...his manual is waterproof tear resistant grease resistant abrasion resistant and the bonding quality of the printing ensures a readable durable product The material does not contain any cellulose based...

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