GE EL SV-60 Operating Manual

GE

Inspection Technologies Remote Visual Inspection

ELSV-60 Solarc® Light Source

Operating Manual

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What You Have Received

Thank you for purchasing the ELSV-60 Solarc® Hi-Lux Light Source. This product was man­ufactured for GE Inspection Technologies by Welch Allyn Inc., our parent company and tech­nology leader in the design and manufacture of advanced technology lighting products.

By following the use and care instruction in this guide, you will be rewarded with years of
dependable, trouble-free service. Please read these instructions completely before use.

Table of Contents

System Symbol Definitions ..................................................................2

Warnings and Precautions ...................................................................3

Advertissements et Precautions ...........................................................4

System Descriptions ............................................................................5

System Setup and Operation .......................................................... 6 - 8

User Maintenance - Lamp Replacement ..............................................9

User Maintenance - Fuse Replacement, Cleaning ..............................10

Troubleshooting Guide ......................................................................11

Technical Specifications .....................................................................12

Agency Compliance Statements .........................................................13

Warranty ......................................................................................14

Environmental Compliance ................................................................15

Service Confact Information ...............................................................16

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System Symbol Description

Caution: Refer to User’s Manual

Caution: Hot Surface

Replace Fuse as Marked: Type F, 250V, 2A

Warning: High Voltage is Present

Symbol in Electrical Rating Signifies AC Mains Power

Symbol on Power Switch Indicates Power is On When Depressed

Symbol on Power Switch Indicates Power is Off When Depressed

Protective Earth Ground

Equipotential with Ground

High Intensity Light

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Warning and Precautions

DIRECT VIEWING OF EXITING LIGHT CAN BE HARMFUL!

The light at the front of the light source and at the tip of a connected fiber-optic bundle is
of high intensity and can result in very high temperatures. To minimize the risk of injury,
avoid direct viewing of the light or contact with surrounding surfaces. Light includes UV
wavelengths which may cause skin or eye irritation from direct exposures exceeding 15
min./day.

TO PREVENT TEMPORARY BLINDING
and contact with heated parts, always plug the fiber optic bundle into the light source
before turning the power on.

ALWAYS PROVIDE ADEQUATE VENTILATION
to prevent overheating. Do not cover the light source or place the unit within 7.62 cm (3 in.)
of a solid object.

DURING OPERATION, THE LAMP SHOULD BE ENCLOSED
in the light source to prevent injury in the occasional circumstance of the lamp shattering.

USE CAUTION WHEN REPLACING LAMP.
Allow lamp to cool. Use only GE Inspection Technologies replacement lamp #SPL-600. For
optimum performance, avoid handling the bulb or reflector. Fingerprints or other contami­nants on the glass may result in performance degradation.

DO NOT SWITCH THE LIGHT SOURCE ON AND OFF IN RAPID SUCCESSION.
Doing so will dramatically shorten lamp life. After turning off, wait 15 seconds before
turning on again.

The supplied detachable power cord is the means of disconnect from the power source.

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AVERTISSEMENTS ET PRECAUTIONS

L’intensité lumineuse du générateur de lumière et à l’extrémité du guide de lumière, induit
unc température élevée et une forte luminosité. Pour minimiser les risques de blessures,
éviter tout contact direct avec les yeux et la peau.

Afin d’empêcher un aveuglement temporaire et toute brûlure, ilest recommandé de con­necter le guide de lumière au générateur avant la mise en marche de ce dernier.

Ne pas allumer et éteindre le générateur de lumière successivement. Ceci réduirait con­sidérablement la durée de vie de la lampe. Après l’avoir éteint patienter 10 à 15 seconds
avant de le remettre en marche.

ATTENTION:

utiliser une ventilation adéquate pour éviter toute surchauffe du générateur. Si vous le sortez
de sa sacoche : ne pas l’envelopper dans un tissu et ne pas le placer à moins de 8 cm de
tout objet.

PRECAUTIONS:

à prendre lors du remplacement de la lampe : laisser la lampe refroidir. Utiliser la lampe GE
Inspection Technologies Réf: #SPL-600.

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System Description

The ELSV-60 Hi-Lux Light Source provides high quality, white light for industrial borescope
and fiberscope inspections. It incorporates a patented and field-proven lamp technology
that has much greater efficiency than halogen or xenon lamps when transferring light into a
small fiber bundle, such as that found in borescopes and fiberscopes. This greater efficiency
allows the lamp to run at only 60W, which then enables a small and lightweight light source
design. The high efficiency also enables the light source to provide high intensity light without
getting very hot, which is an advantage in user safety.

Video inspections are also easy with the ELSV-60. A special video channel makes setup and
operation with our BCAM 1000 C-Mount Camera simple. A single cable connection provides
power to the camera and carries the video signal from the camera back to the light source.
Video outputs carry the signal to a monitor or other video peripheral devices for image
display and/or recording.

Power On

Power Off

Video In Port

Video Out Port

Video Out Port

(S-Video)

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(Composite)

(Camera)

Light Exit / Light

Guide Socket

Light Intensity

Control Knob

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System Setup and Operation

CAUTION:

1. Verify that the supply voltage is within the 100-240VAC range specified for this product.

2. To prevent temporary blinding, insert light guide into socket before turning power ON.

3. The light guide tip and light source socket will be hot when light guide is removed.

CONTROLS & PORTS

ON/OFF Switch

A two position rocker switch is used to turn the unit on or off. Depressing the side marked
with a ( I ) turns the unit on, while depressing the side marked with an ( £ ) turns it off.

Light Intensity Control Knob

This knob on the front panel rotates to adjust the amount of light transferred into the light
guide. Rotating the ring clockwise will increase the amount of light in the image and rotating
the ring counter clockwise will decrease the amount of light. This manual control is helpful
when trying to better illuminate one part of the image or when trying to reduce blooming.

Light Exit/Light Guide Socket

Socket will accept Olympus style adapter.

Video-In Camera Port

When using a borescope with the BCAM C-Mount Camera, the BCAM power/video cable con­nects to the light source here. It carries power from the light source to the camera, and brings
the camera video back to the light source video channel. It can not be used with cameras
other than the BCAM.

Video-Out Ports

When using a borescope with the BCAM C-Mount Camera, the camera video is accessed at
either of these ports. Connect either an S-Video or composite BNC cable from the appropri­ate output port to a monitor for display, or other peripheral device for recording.

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System Setup and Operation (continued)

Setup

1. With the power switch in the OFF position, plug the AC power cord into the power input
port on the back of the unit and then into a grounded receptacle.

2. Plug a light guide with appropriate adapter installed into the light exit socket.

Note: The light guide is fully inserted when the light guide spring snaps into the

groove cut into the socket.

3. Turn the power switch ON and wait 15 seconds for the lamp to complete the warm-up
cycle.

Note: If the power has just been turned OFF, allow 15 seconds for complete discharge

before turning ON again.

4. Set the light intensity to the desired level by turning the Light Intensity Control Knob.

Back

Front

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BCAM 1000

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System Setup and Operation (continued)

Continue with steps 5 & 6 if you are using the BCAM 1000 C-Mount Video Camera

5. Connect the BCAM power/video cable from the camera to the VIDEO IN CAMERA port

on the light source front panel.

6. Connect a video cable from either the S-Video or composite video-out port on the light
source front panel to a monitor or video recording device.

BCAM 1000 C-Mount Video Camera

Monitor or Video Recording Device

ELSV-60 Hi-Lux Light Source

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User Maintenance

Lamp Replacement

CAUTION: Lamp may be Hot! Allow the lamp to cool before replacing.

NOTE: Use only GE Inspection Technologies replacement lamp SPL-600.

AVERTISSEMENT: Pour eviter les rique d’incendie. Utiliser une Lampe de rechange a GE

Inspection Technologies SPL-600.

DO NOT touch the lamp itself or the interior reflective surface, because skin oils will cause
premature lamp failure. If necessary, clean fingerprints with an alcohol dampened cotton
swab. Do not leave lint on the lamp.

1. Turn the unit off and disconnect the power cord from both the wall outlet and the light
source.

2. Loosen finger screw on Lamp Access Panel and pull out Lamp Tray.

3. Remove old lamp by rotating Lamp Spring Retainer away from lamp spring, pulling

lamp back and up and then unplugging lamp connector from harness.

4. Install new lamp by plugging lamp connector into harness and inserting the lamp into
tray housing, ensuring alignment notches are in the 6:00 and 12:00 positions. Rotate
Lamp Spring Retainer back over Lamp Spring. Use only GE Inspection Technologies
replacement lamp SPL-600.

5. Push Lamp Tray back into light box and lock in position with the finger screw.

6. Reconnect power cord.

Lamp Spring Retainer

CAUTION:

Lamp may be Hot!

Lamp Tray

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User Maintenance (continued)

FUSE REPLACEMENT

1. Fuse replacement must be completed with power cord disconnected.

2. Fuses are present in fuseholder. Use the same type, same rated fuse as marked and

specified to avoid risk of fire hazard.

Fuse

CLEANING

WARNING: Prior to cleaning, turn power switch OFF and disconnect the power cord from
both the wall outlet and light source.

• Clean the external surfaces of the light source with a cloth dampened in a solution of mild soap

and water. DO NOT IMMERSE! DO NOT GET WATER INTO PORTS AND CONNECTORS!

• The power cord may be wiped cleaned in the same way, taking care not to get the

prongs wet. DO NOT RECONNECT POWER CORD WHILE WET!

•

DO NOT plug the ELSV-60 light source into a wall outlet until it and the power cord are com­pletely dry.

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Troubleshooting Guide

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SYMPTOM

• Lamp is not illuminating

and fan is operating.

SYMPTOM

• Lamp is not illuminating

and fan is NOT operat­ing...

PROBABLE CAUSE

• Lamp was not given adequate time
to “cool down” before restarting.

• Light Source has overheated.

• Lamp has burned out.

PROBABLE CAUSE

• Power cord not securely connected
to light source or AC source.

• AC source is not active.

• Power cord is damaged (may cause
intermittent operation).

• Light Source power switch is not
turned on.

• Lamp Drawer is not completely
closed

• One or both fuses have blown.

SOLUTION

• Turn unit off and wait 20 seconds
before turning back on.

• Verify environmental temperature
does not exceed specifications and
allow to cool down for 10 minutes.
Check to ensure vents and fan
exhaust are not obstructed.

• Replace lamp in accordance
with instructions in the USER
MAINTENANCE section of this
manual. Use only GE Inspection
Technologies replacement lamp part
number SPL-600

SOLUTION

• Check for secure connections.

• Use another power source or restore
power to the current source.

• Replace power cord.

• Turn switch to the ( I ) position.

• Push Lamp Drawer closed and lock
in place by tightening finger screw.

• Replace both fuses in accordance
with instructions in the USER
MAINTENANCE section of this
manual. If fuses continue to blow,
return unit to service center.

If the above suggestions do not solve the problem, call GE Inspection Technologies Service
Center listed in this manual.

DO N OT ATTE MPT DISAS SEMBLY! THE RE ARE NO

USER SE RVICE ABLE COMPO NENTS OTHER THA N L AMP.

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Technical Specifications

Power In

Fuse Set

Dimensions

Weight

Illumination System

Lamp
Color Temperature
Median Lamp Life
Intensity Control

Environment
Operating

Temperature
Humidity

Storage

Temperature
Humidity

Video Channel

Input
Output

100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz, 2.0A (@ 120VAC)

2 each 2.0A 250V Type F (Fast Acting)

23 x 23 x 9.3 cm (9.0 x 9.0 x 3.7 in.)

2.42 kg (5.3 lbs.)

Solarc® Metal-Halide, 60W, 60V, Part #SPL-600
6500K
1000 hours
Manual shutter (0% to 100% full output)

-21˚C to 46˚C (-4˚F to 115˚F)
0 to 95% relative humidity

-23˚C to 60˚C (-10˚F to 140˚F)
30 to 75% relative humidity, non-condensing

GE Inspection Technologies BCAM camera cable
S-Video and Composite BNC

Equipment Classifications

Class 1, Type B, Continuous Operation, Pollution Degree 2

Agency Certifications

ETL
CE
FCC Part 15 Class A
EN61010-1, EN50081-1, EN50081-2
CSA 22.2 NO.1010.1
UL 3101-1

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Agency Compliance Statements

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 must
accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired opera­tion.

FCC Class A Compliance Statement

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reason­able protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commer­cial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.

Caution: Any changes or modifications made to this device that are not expressly
approved by GE Inspection Technologies may void the user’s authority to operate the equip
ment.

Note: To maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations, cables connected to this
device must be shielded cables, in which the cable shield wire(s) have been grounded
(tied) to the connector shell.

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Canadian Notice

This equipment does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions as described in
the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications.

Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites
applicables aux apparelis numeriques de la classe A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le
brouillage radioelectique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada.

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Warranty

GE Inspection Technologies warrants the ELSV-60 Light Source to be free of defects in mate­rial and workmanship and to perform in accordance with the manufacturer’s specifications
when subject to normal use and service for a period of one year from the date of purchase.
GE Inspection Technologies will either repair or replace components found to be defective
or at variance from the manufacturer’s specifications within this time at no cost to the cus­tomer. It shall be the purchaser’s responsibility to return the instrument to the authorized
service center.

This warranty does not apply to the lamp, or cover instrument breakage or failure due to
tampering, misuse, neglect, accidents, improper installation, modification, shipping, or to
improper maintenance, service, and cleaning procedures. This warranty is also void if
the instrument is not used in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations or if
required service is performed by anyone other than an GE Inspection Technologies autho­rized agent. No other express or implied warranty is given.

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Environmental Compliance

The equipment that you bought has required the extraction and use of natural resources
for its production. It may contain hazardous substances that could impact health and the
environment.

In order to avoid the dissemination 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. Those systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials of your end life equip­ment in a sound way.

The crossed-out wheeled bin symbol invites you to use those systems.

If you need more information on the collection, reuse and recycling systems, please contact
your local or regional waste administration.

Visit www.ge.com/inspectiontechnologies for take-back instructions and more information
about this initiative.

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Service Contact Information

USA

GE Inspection Technologies Tel: [phone]
Product Service Dept. Fax: [phone]
4619 Jordan Road North Dock Email: [e-mail]
Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153

Germany

GE Inspection Technologies Tel: [phone]
Lotzenäcker 4 Fax: [phone]
72379 Hechigen Email: [e-mail]

Hong Kong

GE Inspection Technologies Tel: [phone]
Unit 1602, 16/F Sing Pao Building Fax: [phone]
101 King's Road Email: [e-mail]
North Point, Hong Kong

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©2007 General Electric Company.

PowerBar is a trademark of GE Inspection Technologies, LP.

Solarc is a registered trademark of Welch Allyn, Inc.

Customer Support Centers

North/South America

4619 Jordan Road
Skaneateles Falls, NY 13153
Tel: [phone]
315-685-4142
Email: [e-mail]

Europe

Lotzenäcker 4
72379 Hechingen
Germany
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Asia/Pacific

Unit 1602, 16/F Sing Pao Building
101 King’s Road
North Point
Hong Kong
Tel: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

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