Alpine 9000 Instruction Manual

1 ULTRAPROBE® 9000 Instruction Manual Please visit our website for more information www.alpine-compone

10 Accessories Standard Accessories Headset This heavy-duty headset is designed to block out intense sounds often found in industrial environmen

11 B.Optional Accessories LRM-9: A cone shaped scanning module that increases the detection distance above standard scanning modules. The LRM-9 i

12 DISPLAY PANEL: When the trigger is pressed to turn the instrument on, the Display Panel will display intensity levels simultaneously on a bar gr

13 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” i

14 NOTE: When using Ultratrend software it is possible to enter a new reading that is out of sequence by spinning to the last unused

15 Data Transfer NOTE: Before downloading data, be sure the Ultraprobe is connected to the computer. To download data from the Ultraprobe to your

16 dB Scale Select dB Select has two settings from which to choose. These settings will determine the baseline dB reference level of the instrument

17 4. Spin to dB Offset Val (value) (Menu 04 blinks) and click in the Sensitivity Control. 5. The dB Val (00) will blink. 6. Spin the Sensiti

18 Menu 05 Select Display Mode Display Mode Real Time Spin Click Display Mode Display

19 Menu 07 Select Text Editor Select Text Editor Text Editor = (OFF) Click Text Editor Select Text Editor = (ON)

2 Safety advisory Please read before using your instrument. Warning Improper use of your ultrasonic detector may result in death or serious injur

20 Menu 08 Select Factory Defaults Factory Defaults Confirm = (NO) Click Factory Defaults Sp

21 USERS INSTRUCTIONS Trisonic Scanning module • Plug in to front end. • Align the pins located at the rear of the module with the f

22 To charge the UP9000 Plug recharger cable into recharger jack on the UP9000 and then plug the recharger into a wall receptacle. • Make sure

23 Helpful hints Before you begin your inspection activities, it is suggested that you review the applications section to become familiar with the

24 Applications Leak Detection This section will cover airborne leak detection of pressure and vacuum systems. (For information

25 A. How to locate leaks 1. Use the TRISONIC SCANNING MODULE. 2. Start at 40 kHz. If too much background noise is present, try some of the sh

26 C. Overcomming difficulties 1. Competing Ultrasounds If competing ultrasounds make it difficult to isolate a leak, there are two approaches to

27 Low level leaks In ultrasonic inspection for leakage, the amplitude of the sound often depends upon the amount of turbulence generated at the l

28 NOTE: The size of the test area will determine the amplitude selection of the Tone Generator. If the item to be tested is small, select the LOW p

29 Transformers, switchgear another electrical apparatus E. Electric arc, Corona, Tracking Detection There are three basic electr

3 Ultraprobe 9000 instruction Manual Table of Contents Overview • Operation Mode 6 • Setup Mode 6 Basic Components 7

30 Determining whether a problem exists or not is relatively simple. By comparing sound quality and sound levels among similar equipment, the proble

31 The ultrasonic frequencies detected by the Ultraprobe are reproduced as audible sounds. This „heterodyned“ signal can greatly assist a user in de

32 Procedure for bearing history (historical): Before starting with the HISTORICAL method for monitoring bearings, the COMPARATIVE method must be us

33 Slow speed bearings Monitoring slow speed bearings is possible with the Ultraprobe 9000. Due to the sensitivity range and the frequency tuning,

34 Monitoring operating equipment In order to understand and keep ahead of potential problems in operating equipment, it is necessary to establish

35 In checking a trap ultrasonically, a continuous rushing sound will often be the key indicator of live steam passing through. There are subtleties

36 Thermodynamic (Disc) Thermodynamic traps work on the difference in dynamic response to velocity change in the flow of compressible and incompre

37 To discriminate: 1. Reduce the sensitivity. 2. Change the frequency to 25 kHz and listen. A properly seated valve will generate no sound. In

38 Confirming valve leakage in noisy pipe systems Occasionally in high pressure systems, stray signals occur from valves that are close by or fro

39 B. Leakage behind walls 1. Look for water or steam markings such as discoloration, spots in wall or ceiling, etc. 2. If steam, feel for war

4 Operation Mode • Display Panel 12 • Bar Graph Display 12 • Sensitivity Control Dial 12 • Sensitivity / Volume Adjust 12 • Frequency Adjust 1

40 Ultrasound technology The technology of ultrasound is concerned with sound waves that occur above human perception. The average threshold of hum

41 Instructions for setting combination on carrying case The combination is factory set at ,0-0-0,, Setting your personal combination: 1. Open t

42 Ultraprobe® 9000 Specifications Construction Hand-held pistol type made with coated aluminum and ABS plastic Circuitry Solid State SMD Digital

43 APPENDEX A Sensitivity Calibration Ultrasonic Tone Generator Method Ultraprobe 9000 It is advisable to check the sensitivity of your instrume

44 7. Place the rod in the middle of the transducer are (as above) 8. Select a volume level on the Warble Tone Generator (Low or High).

45 B. For the Contact (Stethoscope) Module, insert the Module into the Front End of the Instrument: 1. Select 40 kHz as the test frequency and not

5 Applications • Leak Detection, How to Locate Leaks, Shielding Techniques, Low Level Leaks 24-27 • Tone Test (Ultratone) 27-28 • Electric Arc,

6 Welcome to the wonderful world of airborne ultrasound inspection Congratulations, you are about to experience the ultimate in airborne/structure

7 Basic Components

8 Plug-in Modules Trisonic™ Scanning module \\ Trisonic™ Scanning Module This module is utilized to receive air-borne ultrasound such as the ult

9 Trigger on/off Trigger Switch The Ultraprobe is always „off„ until the trigger switch is pressed. To operate, press the trigger. To turn the inst