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DMTA-10083-01EN — Rev. 3
June 2017

EPOCH 6LT

Ultrasonic Flaw Detector

User’s Manual

This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus product safely and effectively.
Before using this product, thoroughly review this instruction manual. Use the product as instructed.

Keep this instruction manual in a safe, accessible location.

Summary of Contents for EPOCH 6LT

Page 1: ...anual This instruction manual contains essential information on how to use this Olympus product safely and effectively Before using this product thoroughly review this instruction manual Use the produ...

Page 2: ...cy of the information contained therein and corresponds to the version of the product manufactured prior to the date appearing on the title page There could however be some differences between the man...

Page 3: ...tibility 6 Repair and Modification 6 Safety Symbols 7 Safety Signal Words 7 Note Signal Words 8 Safety 8 Warnings 9 Battery Precautions 10 Equipment Disposal 11 CE European Community 11 WEEE Directive...

Page 4: ...Transducer Connectors 28 2 2 Battery Compartment 28 2 3 Data Port 29 2 3 1 Digital Video Connector 30 2 3 2 USB A Connector 30 2 3 3 Mini USB connector 30 2 3 4 Reset Switch 30 2 3 5 Accessory Mount 3...

Page 5: ...f Contents v 4 2 Instrument Cleaning 42 4 3 Seal Verification 42 4 4 Display Protection 42 4 5 Annual Calibration 42 4 6 Troubleshooting 43 Appendix A Specifications 45 Appendix B Parts List 49 List o...

Page 6: ...DMTA 10083 01EN Rev 3 June 2017 Table of Contents vi...

Page 7: ...e 2017 List of Abbreviations vii List of Abbreviations EFUP environment friendly use period IP International Protection or ingress protection Li ion lithium ion UI user interface WEEE waste electrical...

Page 8: ...DMTA 10083 01EN Rev 3 June 2017 List of Abbreviations viii...

Page 9: ...mbols A safety related label and symbols are attached to the EPOCH 6LT at the location shown in Figure i 1 on page 1 If the label or symbols are missing or illegible please contact Olympus Figure i 1...

Page 10: ...Conformity for details Contact your Olympus representative for more information The regulatory compliance mark RCM label indicates that the product complies with all applicable standards and has been...

Page 11: ...ality and product performance This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device...

Page 12: ...e below warns of this electric shock risk SERIAL The serial number is a nine 9 digit number in the following format yynnnddmm where yy Production year nnn Unit number manufactured that day dd Producti...

Page 13: ...s Do not use the EPOCH 6LT for any purpose other than its intended use It must never be used to inspect or examine human or animal body parts Instruction Manual This instruction manual contains essent...

Page 14: ...d to connect compatible peripherals and connect it to a PC The unit derives its required DC input power from the EPOCH 6LT AC adaptor or battery pack Always use equipment and accessories that meet Oly...

Page 15: ...fety Signal Words The following safety symbols might appear in the documentation of the instrument The DANGER signal word indicates an imminently hazardous situation It calls attention to a procedure...

Page 16: ...ignal word calls attention to a note that provides information that is important or essential to the completion of a task The NOTE signal word calls attention to an operating procedure practice or the...

Page 17: ...parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the instrument Service instructions when applicable are for trained service personnel To avoid the risk of electric shock do not perform any work on...

Page 18: ...and confirm current regulations before transportation of lithium ion batteries Do not open crush or perforate batteries doing so could cause injury Do not incinerate batteries Keep batteries away from...

Page 19: ...or the control of pollution by electronic information products EIP This device complies with the requirements of both directive 2014 30 EU concerning electromagnetic compatibility and directive 2014 3...

Page 20: ...efined as the number of years for which listed controlled substances will not leak or chemically deteriorate while in the product The EFUP for the EPOCH 6LT has been determined to be 15 years Note The...

Page 21: ...interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority...

Page 22: ...y the carrier making the delivery of any damage because the carrier is normally liable for damage during shipment Retain packing materials waybills and other shipping documentation needed in order to...

Page 23: ...ustomer service and product support If you experience any difficulties when using our product or if it fails to operate as described in the documentation first consult the user s manual and then if yo...

Page 24: ...DMTA 10083 01EN Rev 3 June 2017 Important Information Please Read Before Use 16...

Page 25: ...al display provides a resolution of 640 480 pixels with transflective technology for superior visibility The software user interface UI provides an intuitive way to access the full functionality of th...

Page 26: ...DMTA 10083 01EN Rev 3 June 2017 Introduction 18...

Page 27: ...papers documentation and USB drive and then remove them from the case 2 Remove the EPOCH 6LT and all of the accessories 3 Inspect the EPOCH 6LT and all accessories for damage and report any problems t...

Page 28: ...LT ultrasonic flaw detector components Component key EPOCH 6LT All models EPOCH 6LT front 1 Adjustment knob 2 User interface display 3 Tab button 4 Enter button 5 Escape button 6 Shift 2nd function bu...

Page 29: ...The EPOCH 6LT comes standard with one removable lithium ion Li ion battery see Figure 1 1 on page 21 Figure 1 1 EPOCH 6LT Li ion battery 1 4 2 AC Charger Adaptor The AC charger adaptor see Figure 1 2...

Page 30: ...uded with your EPOCH 6LT is appropriate for your region See Table 3 on page 22 for more information Table 3 Region specific power cord options Region Plug U8 Number Australia Type I U8840005 Brazil Ty...

Page 31: ...ve one L20 ferrite bead on each end of the cable to be CE compliant Figure 1 3 USB data cable 1 4 4 USB Drive The EPOCH 6LT comes standard with a USB drive that is loaded with the EPOCH 6LT Ultrasonic...

Page 32: ...cessories on page 49 1 5 1 Charging Base The external charging base charges a Li ion battery that has been removed from the EPOCH 6LT The charging base is useful if you usually operate the EPOCH 6LT w...

Page 33: ...Make sure that the battery contacts and receptacle contacts are properly aligned 4 Leave the Li ion battery in the charging base until the charging indicator changes from flashing green to steady gre...

Page 34: ...4 on page 24 After you release the button the blue discharge indicator begins flashing 3 Leave the battery in the charging base during the entire discharge charge cycle a The discharge indicator flas...

Page 35: ...detector has a complement of connections intended to maximize the usability of the instrument 2 1 External Connectors The external connectors are located at the top of the instrument see Figure 2 1 on...

Page 36: ...transducers The transducer connectors are color coded red and blue When used with dual element transducers and in through transmission modes the red LEMO 00 connector acts as the transmit connector an...

Page 37: ...ery compartment cover and ensures the door is sealed when closed 2 3 Data Port The data port contains the EPOCH 6LT digital I O connections and reset switch Figure 2 4 Data port connectors and reset s...

Page 38: ...sed with the Olympus USB drive or equivalent to be CE compliant 2 3 3 Mini USB connector The mini USB connector is used to connect the EPOCH 6LT via the supplied USB cable to a PC for data transfer 2...

Page 39: ...f the instrument see Figure 2 6 on page 31 The EPOCH 6LT ships with the wrist strap mounted Figure 2 6 Wrist strap mounts 2 4 Keys Knob and Indicators The keys and indicators are located on the front...

Page 40: ...4 1 Power Key The Power key is used to turn on or off the instrument 2 4 2 Power Indicator The power indicator glows when power is applied to the instrument 2 4 3 Shift Key The Shift key is used to ac...

Page 41: ...t Enter key sequence switches between coarse and fine adjustment of the highlighted parameter with the adjustment knob 2 4 6 Tab Key The Tab key moves the focus to the next data field in the UI The Sh...

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Page 43: ...fer to the user interface guide 3 1 Turning On the Instrument The EPOCH 6LT must have a battery inserted or be connected to AC power To turn on the instrument Press the Power key to turn on the instru...

Page 44: ...full For information on charging the battery in the external charging base see Charging Base on page 24 Note that the AC charger adaptor is intended for indoor use only To connect the AC charger adap...

Page 45: ...ble AC mains outlet 3 4 Opening the Data Port Cover The data port contains the EPOCH 6LT I O connections To open the data port cover 1 Press the cover release button and slide it towards the bottom of...

Page 46: ...DMTA 10083 01EN Rev 3 June 2017 Chapter 3 38 Figure 3 3 Data Port cover release button 2 Swing up the cover to its fully open position see Figure 3 4 on page 38 Figure 3 4 Data port cover open...

Page 47: ...bleshooting guide 4 1 Battery Replacement Perform the following procedure to replace the battery To remove the battery 1 Hold the EPOCH 6LT so the battery compartment cover is facing up as shown in Fi...

Page 48: ...DMTA 10083 01EN Rev 3 June 2017 Chapter 4 40 Figure 4 2 Battery compartment cover open 4 Grasp the tab on the battery and pull it up to release and remove the battery see Figure 4 3 on page 41...

Page 49: ...T battery compartment and then insert the battery into the battery compartment The battery compartment is keyed so that the battery can only be fully inserted if it is correctly inserted in the keyway...

Page 50: ...Display Protection The EPOCH 6LT includes a clear plastic sheet to protect the display window Leave the clear plastic sheet in place when using the instrument to continuously protect the display Clear...

Page 51: ...ocking all front panel keys Turn the instrument off and on to unlock the keys The instrument freezes on the Olympus splash screen during start up File or parameter value corruption Perform a hard rese...

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Page 53: ...storage 100 000 IDs onboard Battery type Single lithium ion rechargeable standard Battery life 6 h lithium ion Power requirements AC Mains 100 VAC to 120 VAC 200 VAC to 240 VAC 50 Hz to 60 Hz Current...

Page 54: ...MHz to 26 5 MHz at 3 dB EN12668 compliant version Digital filter settings 8 digital filter sets standard version 7 digital filter sets EN12668 compliant version Rectification Full wave Positive Half...

Page 55: ...increments Alarms Positive and Negative Threshold Curve Minimum Depth Gate 1 and Gate 2 Table 11 Measurements Parameter Specifications Measurement display locations 5 locations available manual or aut...

Page 56: ...xposure 1 hour each axis Operating temperature 10 C to 50 C 14 F to 122 F Battery storage temperature 0 C to 50 C 32 F to 122 F Altitude Designed to function safely up to 2000 m Mains supply voltage f...

Page 57: ...T 10025 0024 Q7600001 EPOCH 6LT lithium ion rechargeable battery HNDL 10018 0001 Q7790068 EPOCH 6LT wrist strap EPLTC C USB A 6 U8840031 USB Cable mini A to mini B PACK 10125 Q7640003 EPOCH 6LT transp...

Page 58: ...e 16 Software options Part number U8 or Q number Specifications EP6LT AWS Q1400007 AWS D1 1 D1 5 weld rating software option EP6LT CORRSN Q1400008 Corrosion module software option EP6LT BEA Q1400009 E...

Page 59: ...mpartment cover closed 29 Figure 2 4 Data port connectors and reset switch 29 Figure 2 5 Accessory mount 30 Figure 2 6 Wrist strap mounts 31 Figure 2 7 EPOCH 6LT front panel 32 Figure 2 8 Adjustment k...

Page 60: ...DMTA 10083 01EN Rev 3 June 2017 List of Figures 52...

Page 61: ...options 22 Table 4 EPOCH 6LT charging base 24 Table 5 Troubleshooting guide 43 Table 6 General specifications 45 Table 7 Pulser 46 Table 8 Receiver 46 Table 9 Calibration 46 Table 10 Gates 47 Table 11...

Page 62: ...DMTA 10083 01EN Rev 3 June 2017 List of Tables 54...

Page 63: ...or AC 21 charger battery 24 charging the battery 24 36 China RoHS 3 12 cleaning the instrument 42 compliance EMC directive 13 FCC USA 13 ICES 001 Canada 14 RCM Australia 2 components flaw detector 20...

Page 64: ...power cord region specific 22 powering on off 35 precautions battery 10 safety 8 R rating label location 1 rating ingress protection 48 RCM mark 2 repair instrument 6 replacement battery 39 RoHS symb...

Page 65: ...USB data cable 23 USB drive 23 use intended 5 W WARNING signal word 7 warning symbols general 7 shock hazard 7 warnings general 9 misuse of instrument 5 warranty information 14 waste electrical and el...

Page 66: ...DMTA 10083 01EN Rev 3 June 2017 Index 58...

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