Omega PE14 User guide

User’s Guide

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14mm Probe

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WARNING: These products are not designed for use in, and should not be used for, human applications.

PE14

ELECTRICALLY INSULATED

14mm PROBE

User’s ManUal

NOTE: ETL SAFETY RATING ONLY APPLIES TO THE

HHB400 SERIES SYSTEMS

PE14

Please read this manual carefully and thoroughly before using this product.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a PE14 Electrically Insulated Probe for
your HHB400 Series Wireless Recording Video Inspection
System. Please read this user’s manually thoroughly and
carefully before using the product.

The PE14 is a unique, electrically insulated, far-focus
camera-tipped probe that gives the HHB400 system it is
attached to an ETL safety rating of CAT III 1000V, CAT IV 600V.

WARNING

!

Omega Engineering does not advise and bears no
responsibility for use of the PE14 probe with any
system other than the HHB400.

Working in concert with a HHB400, the PE14 makes it safe to
inspect two kinds of environments:

1. Any area or enclosure where you would expect to find
electrical wiring. Examples include junction and distribution
boxes, circuit breaker panels, electrical cabinets, equipment
chassis and enclosures, and motor control centers. Whether
the wiring is exposed or hidden, it represents a potential
hazard hazard to anyone operating a video camera scope
with a conventional probe with a metal exterior.

2. Any area or enclosure where you would not expect to find
electrical wiring, but exposed wiring nevertheless may be
present. Examples include attics, crawl spaces, rafters, ducts
and basements of houses—in short, any area that is too
inaccessible, confined or dark to be visible to the naked eye.
Such areas may contain electrical hazards created by age
(worn insulation, e.g.) or structural modifications.

The PE14 makes it possible to inspect electrically hazardous
areas (as well as safe areas) using the capabilities and

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features of a HHB400 Series system. The probe has many
applications in the automotive/boat/aircraft repair, plumbing,
construction, restoration and HVAC/R industries.

KEY FEATURES

• Attachment to HHB400 Series video camera scope
gives entire system an ETL safety rating of CAT III
1000V, CAT IV 600V

• Flexible-obedient design lets user bend probe into
different shapes and hold them to facilitate inspection
of different areas

• 14mm diameter enables use in close quarters

• Wide depth of field of 1 in. (25mm) to infinity for clarity
at all distances

• Adjustable LED lights inside probe tip illuminate dark
spaces

• Water, dust, oil and scratch-resistant to IP67 standard

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

!

• DO NOT attach the PE14 to the handle of any video
inspection system other than the HHB400. Doing so
does NOT upgrade the ETL safety rating of that unit.
Doing so also voids the warranty of the PE14.

• If you have attached any of the three included probe
tip accessories (the 45° mirror, the magnetic pickup,
or the pickup hook), to the PE14, DO NOT use it to
inspect any equipment or area known or suspected to
contain “live” electrical wiring. Doing so could cause
an explosive short-circuit that could cause serious
equipment damage or personal injury.

• Before using the PE14 probe, carefully inspect it for
any cuts, nicks or abrasions in its insulation. If you
detect any flaws, discard the probe and purchase a
new one.

probe for flaws before each and every use.

It is extremely important to inspect the

WHAT’S IN THE BOX

The PE14 comes in a box with a package of three probe tip
accessories (a 45° mirror, a magnetic pickup, and a pickup
hook) and this user’s manual.

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ATTACHING THE PROBE

To attach the PE14 probe to the handle (grip) of a DCS400
Series system, first roll the rubber insulation back from the
connector end of the probe. Then line up the probe’s alignment
key with the flat on the coupling of the HHB400’s probe
connector (left photo below). Push the two ends together until
they mate. To secure the connection, turn the collar of the probe
connector (right photo below). Finally, roll the yellow insulation
forward until it covers both joined metal connectors. Make sure
to extend the insulation until it reaches the grip's plastic
housing (bottom figure).

To detach the probe, reverse the process: After rolling back the
insulation, turn the collar counterclockwise and pull the PE14
straight out from the HHB400 probe connector.

USING THE PROBE

To use the probe, follow the operating instructions for the
HHB400 found in its user’s manual. Before using a HHB400
system with a PE14, read the Safety Instructions section of this
manual.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Type Flexible-obedient
Length 3.28 ft. (1m)
Diameter 14mm (0.55 in.)
Camera Light Source 2 high-intensity white LEDs
Camera Field of View 60°
Camera Depth of Field 1 in. (25mm) to infinity
Camera Resolution 640 x 480 pixels (still images);

Certifications Water, dust, oil and scratch-resistant to

Tensile Strength >12mPa
Breakdown Voltage 715kV/m
Electrical Volume Resistivity 1 x 1014Ω-cm
Operating Temperature -50° to 257°F (-45° to 125°C)

Weight 9.5 oz. (269g)

320 x 240 pixels (video)

IP67 standard
ETL CAT III 1000V, CAT IV 600V
(only when used with HHB400
Series system)

@<80% relative humidity

OPERATING AND
MAINTENANCE TIPS

• Please read the Safety Instructions on p. 4 carefully.

• The probe is flexible to help you operate in hard-to-reach
areas. Never insert or bend it by force, and never over-bend
any part of the probe. To avoid permanently damaging the
delicate wires and optics inside the probe, keep its bending
radius above 2 in. (50mm).

• Never use the probe or camera head to modify surroundings
or to clear pathways or clogged areas.

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• The camera head and its cover are waterproof, but not acid­proof or fire-proof. Do not touch acidic, corrosive or hot
materials or they will ruin the camera head’s protective
plastic. Never place the camera head in contact with corrosive
or oily places or high temperature objects.

• When inspecting a vehicle, shut off the engine. Metal and
liquid under the hood may be hot. Don’t get oil or gas on the
camera head.

• Cover the camera-tipped end of the probe with the protective
rubber cap when not using it.

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NOTES:

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OME GA E NGINE ER ING , IN C. war ra nts th is unit to be free of defe cts in mat erial s and

WARRANTY/DISCLAIMER

workmanship for a period of 13 months from date of purchase. OMEGA’s WARRANTY adds an
additional one (1) month grace period to the normal one (1) year product warranty to cover
handling and shipping time. This ensures that OMEGA’s customers receive maximum coverage
on each product.

If the unit malfunctions, it must be returned to the factory for evaluation. OMEGA’sCustomer Serv­ice Department will issue an Authorized Return (AR) number immediately upon phone or written
request. Upon examination by OMEGA, if the unit is found to be defective, it will be repaired or re­placed at no charge. OMEGA’s WARRANTY does not apply to defects resulting from any action of
the purchaser, including but not limited to mishandling, improper interfacing, operation outside of
design limits, improper repair, or unauthorized modification. This WARRANTY is VOID if the unit
shows evidence of having been tampered with or shows evidence of having been damaged as a
result of excessive corrosion; or current, heat, moisture or vibration; improper specification; mis­application; misuse or other operating conditions outside of OM EGA’s control. Components in
which wear is not warranted, include but are not limited tocontact points, fuses, and triacs.

OMEGA is pleased to offer suggestions on the use of its various products. However,
OMEGA neither assumes responsibility for any omissions or errors nor assumes liability
for any damages that result from the use of its products in accordance with information
provided by OMEGA, either verbal or written. OMEGA warrants only that the parts
manufactured by the company will be as specified and free of defects. OMEGA MAKES
NO OTHER WARRANTIES OR REPRESENTATIONS OF ANY KIND WHATSOEVER, EX­PRESSED OR IMPLIED, EXCEPT THAT OF TITLE, AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUD­ING ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR
PURPOSE ARE HEREBY DISCLAIMED. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: The remedies of pur­chaser set forth herein are exclusive, and the total liability of OMEGA with respect to this
order, whether based on contract, warranty, negligence, indemnification, strict liability or
otherwise, shall not exceed the purchase price of the component upon which liability is
based. In no event shall OMEGA be liable for consequential, incidental or special damages.

CONDITIONS: Equipment sold by OMEGA is not intended to be used, nor shall it be used: (1) as a
“Basic Component” under 10 CFR 21 (NRC), used in or with any nuclear installation or activity; or
(2) in medical applications or used on humans. Should any Product(s) be used in or with any nuclear
installation or activity, medical application, used on humans, or misused in any way, OMEGA as­sumes no responsibility as set forth in our basic WARRANTY/ DISCLAIMER language, and, addi­tionally, purchaser will indemnify OMEGA and hold OMEGA harmless from any liability or damage
whatsoever arising out of the use of the Product(s) in such a manner.

Direct all warranty and repair requests/inquiries to the OMEGA Customer Service Department.
BEF ORE RETU RN IN G ANY PROD UCT( S) TO OMEG A, PU RCH ASER MU ST OBTA IN AN
AUTHORIZED RETURN (AR) NUMBER FRO M OMEGA’S CUSTOMER SERVICE DE PARTMENT
(IN ORDER TO AVOID PROC ESSI NG DELAYS). The assig ned AR number should then be
marked on the outside of the return package and on any correspondence.

The purchaser is responsible for shipping charges, freight, insurance and proper packaging to
prevent breakage in transit.

FOR WARRANTY
following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:

1. Purchase Order number under which

the product was PURCHASED,

2. Model and serial number of the product
under warranty, and

3. Repair instructions and/or specific
problems relative to the product.

OMEGA’s policy is to make running c hanges, not mo del changes, w henever an impr ovement is pos sible.
This affords our customers the latest in technology and engineering.

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RETURN REQUESTS/INQUIRIES

RETURNS, please have the

FOR NON-WARRANTY REPAIRS,
OMEGA for current repair charges. Have the
following information available BEFORE
contacting OMEGA:

1. Purchase Order number to cover the
COST of the repair,

2. Model and serial number of the

product, and

3. Repair instructions and/or specific problems

relative to the product.

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