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Table of Contents

1. Overview 3

− Ultrasound Technology Instruction Scholarship Certificate 3

− Operation Mode 3

− Setup Mode 3

2. Basic Components 3
A. Plug-In Modules 4

− Scanning Module 4

− Stethoscope Contact Module 4

B. Pistol Grip Housing 4

− Display Panel 4

− Trigger On/Off Switch 4

− USB Port 4

− Battery Compartment/Battery 4

− Wrist Strap 5

− Sensitivity Control Dial 5

− Headphone Jack 5

3. Accessories 5
A. Standard Accessories 5

− Headset 5

− WTG-1 Warble Tone Generator 5

− Rubber Focusing Probe 5

− Stethoscope Extension Kit 5

B. Optional Accessories 5

− LRM-3 5

− RAS-MT 5

− DHC-1 Headphones 5

− DHC 1991 Ear Piece 5

− SA-2000 Speaker Amplifier 5

− UFMTG-1991 6

− WTG-2SP Warble Pipe Threaded Tone Generator 6

− LLA 6

4. Operation Mode 6

− Display Panel 6

− Bar Graph Display 6

− Sensitivity Control Dial 6

− Sensitivity / Volume Adjust 6

− Frequency Adjust 7

− Store a Reading 7

− Overwrite Data or Enter Data In a New Location 7

5. Setup Mode 7

− Send Records 8

− Delete Records 8

− Adjust Shut Down Time 8

− User Sensitivity Defaults 8

− Store Mode 9

− Program Update 9

− Exit 9

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6. User Instructions 10

− Scanning Module 10

− Method of Airborne Detection 10

− Headphones 10

− Rubber Focusing Probe 10

− Stethoscope Module 10

− Stethoscope Extension Kit 10

− Long Range Module 10

− Charging The UP 3000 10

− Warble Tone Generator 10

− RAS-MT 11

− Charging the UP3000 11

− Warble Tone Generator WTG-1 11

− Charging the WTG-1 11

7. Applications
Leak Detection, How to Locate Leaks, Shielding Techniques, Low Level Leaks 12
Tone Test (Ultratone) 14
Electric Arc, Corona, Tracking Detection 15
Monitoring Bearing Wear 16
Detecting Bearing Failure 16
Comparative & Historical Testing 16
Lack of Lubrication 18
Over Lubrication 18
Slow Speed Bearings 18
Vibration FFT Interface 18
General Mechanical Trouble Shooting 19
Locating Faulty Steam Traps 20
Traps: Inverted Bucket, Float & Thermostatic, Thermodynamic, Thermostatic 20
Inspecting Valves 21
ABCD Method 22
Underground Leak s 22
Leakage Behind Walls 23
Partial Blockage 23
Flow Direction 23
Ultrasound Technology 24

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Tone Generator

Stethoscope

Module

Rechargers

WELCOME TO THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF AIRBORNE ULTRASOUND INSPECTION

Congratulations, your digital Ultraprobe 3000 is full of highly advanced technical features that will provide you with the ability to
locate leaks, detect faulty steam traps, test bearings, store and download your test da ta.

1. OVERVIEW

Your Ultraprobe 3000 is a versatile instrument with many features that will make your inspections easy, fast and accurate. As with
any new instrument, it is important to review this manual before you begin inspections.

While simple to use as a basic inspection tool, there are many powerful features that when understood, will open up a world of
opportunities for inspection and data analysis.

ULTRASOUND TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION SCHOLARSHIP CERTIFICATE:

Your Ultraprobe 3000 has many applications ranging from leak detection to mechanical inspection and may be used to trend, analyze
or just find a problem. How it is used is up to you. As you gain knowledge and learn how many modes of inspection you can cover,
you might want to extend your knowledge by enrolling in one of the many training courses offered by UE Training Systems, Inc. A
Scholarship certificate is available to you. Simply fill out the form found at the end of this manual and mail or fax it in.

The Ultraprobe 3000 is an ultrasonic inspection information, storage and retrieval system in a pistol -grip housing. There are two
modes that are important to understand:

OPERATION MODE:

The operation mode will be described in detail under the operation mode section. In this mode you will perform all inspection actions
such as scanning, probing, “Click and Spin” activities, and store data. NOTE: “Click” operations require pressing a dial. “Spin”
operations require turning a dial.

SET UP MODE:
The setup mode will be described in detail under the Set Up Mode section,. There are seven menu options that will be described in
that section.

2. BASIC COMPONENTS

WTG-1 Warble

Headphones

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Scanning Module

Rubber Focusing Probe

Pistol-Grip Housing

Long Range Module

(Option)

A. PLUG-IN MODULES
SCANNING MODULE:

This module is utilized to receive air-borne ultrasound such as the ultrasounds emitted by pressure/vacuum leaks and electrical
discharges. There one male plug at the rear of the module. For placement, align the plug with the corresponding receptacle in the front
end of the pistol housing and plug in. The Scanning Module has a piezoelectric transducer to pick up the airborne ultrasound.

STETHOSCOPE (CONTACT) MODULE:
This is the module with the metal rod. This rod is utilized as a "waveguide" in that it is sensitive to ultrasound that is generated

internally such as within a pipe, bearing housing or steam trap. Once stimulated by ultrasound, it transfers the signal to a piezoelectric
transducer located in the module housing directly behind the “wave gui de”. For placement align the plug with the corresponding
receptacle in the front end of the pistol housing and plug in.

B. PISTOL-GRIP HOUSING

DISPLAY PANEL:

In the Operation Mode the Display Panel will show intensity levels (as dB and as a bar graph), Sensitivity Level, Storage location
number, and Battery Level,. Intensity levels are shown simultaneously as a numeric dB value and on a sixteen-segmented bar graph
(with each segment representing 3 dB). This Ultraprobe receives ultrasound centered around 40 kHz and is non-adjustable.

TRIGGER ON/OFF TRIGGER SWITCH:
The Ultraprobe is always "off' until the trigger switch is pressed. To operate, pull in and hold the trigger. To turn the instrument off,
release the trigger.

USB PORT:
This port is used to download/transfer information from the Ultraprobe 3000 into the computer. It is also used
to charge the instrument. Before downloading data be sure the cable is connected to both the USB port and to
the computer. When charging, plug the recharger cable into the USB and then into the electric receptacle.

BATTERY COMPARTMENT:
The Handle contains the rechargeable battery. Remove the battery only when it cannot hold a charge and needs to be replaced.
If the battery is to be changed, remove the cover and replace.

BATTERY:
The battery is a rechargeable battery and is charged using the USB port. WARNING: ONLY USE UE SYSTEMS BATTERY
RECHARGER #BCH-3L. DO NOT USE UNAUTHORIZED BATTERIES OR BATTERY RECHARGERS! Doing so may be
hazardous and may damage the instrument and will void the warranty. Recharging the battery takes about 1 hour; continuous

Scanning Module Stethoscope Module

Display Panel

Sensitivity Control/ Storage Entry Dial

Headphone Jack

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run time is about 2 hours. With normal operation (on-off between tests) the charge will last 4-6 hours. On the BCH-3L BATTERY
RECHARGER, when the light is red the battery is charging and when it is green it is fully charged.

WRIST STRAP :
To protect the instrument, against unexpected droppage use the wrist strap.

SENSITIVITY/STORAGE ENTRY CONTROL DIAL:
This is the most important control in the unit. It is used to adjust the sensitivity. When clicked it changes functions such as store data
or change the storage location number. It is also used to get into the “SET UP” mode (described later).

HEADPHONES JACK :
This is where you plug in the headphones. Be sure to plug it in firmly until it clicks.

3. ACCESSORIES

A. STANDARD ACCESSORIES
DHC-2HH:

Headphone headset is for use with a hard hat. This heavy-duty headset is designed to block out intense sounds often found in
industrial environments so that the user may easily hear the sounds received by the ULTRAPROBE. In fact, the headphones provide
over 23 dB of noise attenuation.

WTG-1 WARBLE TONE GENERATOR:

The WTG-1 Tone Generator is an ultrasonic transmitter designed to flood an area with ultrasound. It is used for a special type of leak
test. 'When placed inside an empty container or on one side of a test item, it will flood that area with an intense ultrasound that will not
penetrate any solid but will flow through any existing fault or void. By scanning with the Scanning Module, empty containers such as
pipes, tanks, windows, doors, bulkheads or hatches can be instantly checked for leakage. This Tone Generator is a WARBLE TONE
GENERATOR. This internationally patented transmitter sweeps through a number of ultrasonic frequencies in a fraction of a second
to produce a strong, recognizable "Warble" signal. The warble tone prevents a standing wave condition, which can produce false
readings and provides for a consiste ncy of testing in practically any material.

RUBBER FOCUSING PROBE:

The Rubber Focusing Probe is a cone-shaped rubber shield.
It is used to block out stray ultrasound and to assist in focusing on the field of reception of the Scanning Module.

STETHOSCOPE EXTENSION KIT:

This consists of three metal rods that will enable a user to reach up to 31 additional inches (78.7 cm) with the Stethoscope Probe.

B. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

LONG RANGE MODULE LRM-3:

This uniquely designed module doubles the detection distance of a standard scanning module and provides a narrow (10o) sensing area
making it ideally suited for locating ultrasonic emissions (such as a leak or electrical emission) at a distance.

RAS-MT:

A magnetically mounted transducer and cable magnetically attaches to metal surfaces such as valves, steam traps and bearings. The
RAS-MT needs a RAM (Remote Access Module) to connect to the Ultraprobe 3000. (See RAS -MT, page 11)

HEADSET DHC-1:

These headphones fit over the head and are not used with a hard hat. This heavy-duty headset is designed to block out intense sounds
often found in industrial environments so that the user may easily hear the sounds received by the ULTRAPROBE. In fact, the
standard headphones provide over 23 dB of noise attenuation.

DHC 1991 EAR PIECE:

Ear piece eliminates the need for standard headphones.

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S=70

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S=70

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Sensitivity Level

Bargraph & Maximum

Level Indicator

Storage Location #

Batter

y Level

SA-2000 SPEAKER AMPLIFIER

The SA-2000 is a loud speaker and amplifier that is compatible with the Ultraprobe headphone output jack.

UFMTG-1991:

The UFMTG 1991 is a multi directional warble tone generator. It has a high power output with a circular transmission pattern of
360?.

WTG-2SP WARBLE PIPE THREADED TONE GENERATOR

A Warble Tone Generator that is used in test conditions where it is not possible to physically place the standard WTG -1 Warble Tone
Generator, such as in pipes or in certain heat exchangers or tanks. Features: 1” NPT male threaded nipple with adapters for ¾” and ½”
female nipple with a 10 turn amplitude adjustment dial. Metric adapters available.

LLA:

Liquid Leak Amplifier is a special bubble solution that is used to detect extremely small leaks (ranging from 1 x 10-3 to 1 x 10 ­6std.cc/sec.) LLA produces small bubbles that form and then collapse and produce strong ultrasonic signals. They collapse instantly
so there is little or no waiting time.

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4. OPERATION MODE

DISPLAY PANEL

When the trigger is pressed to turn the instrument on, the Display Panel will display the decibel and bargraph intensity levels. The
sensitivity level will be displayed in the upper left corner. The storage location number will be shown in the upper right corner. The
Battery Charge level is shown in the mid-right side of the display.

BAR GRAPH DISPLAY:

The bar graph has 16 segments. Each segment represents 3 decibels. At the end of the bar graph is a vertical line, which indicates the
maximum intensity. This is a maximum level hold function. When in operation, the bar graph will move up and down the scale as an
indication of the amplitude of a sensed ultrasound. The maximum level indicator will remain at the highest sensed intensity during a
particular inspection until: 1. A new maximum reading is detected, or 2. The trigger is released and the instrument is turned off. At
which time it will reset.

SENSITIVITY CONTROL/STORAGE ENTRY DIAL:

TO ADJUST THE SENSITIVITY:

− Look at the display and note the “S=” value. If the instrument is within range, a dB (decibel ) value will be displayed.

− The maximum sensitivity value is 70; the minimum is 0.

− To reduce the sensitivity/volume, rotate the dial counter clockwise. To increase the sensitivity, rotate the dial clockwise.

The Sensitivity control dial increases/decreases the sensitivity of the instrument simultaneously with the sound level in the
headphones

NOTE: the instrument needs to be in range for accurate testing.

− If the sensitivity is too low, a blinking arrow pointing to the right will appear and there will be no numeric decibel visible in

the display panel. If this occurs, increase the sensitivity until the arrow disappears (in low level sound environments the
arrow will blink continuously and It will not be possible to achieve a dB indication until a higher intensity level is sensed).

− If the sensitivity is too high, a blinking arrow pointing to the left will appear and there will be no numeric decibel visible on

the display panel. Reduce the sensitivity until the arrow disappears and the numeric decibel value is shown.

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16 dB

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30 dB

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NOTE: The blinking arrow indicates the direction in which the Sensitivity Control Dial is to be turned when out of range..

− The Sensitivity Control Dial controls the bar graph display.

FREQUENCY:

− This instrument is set to the peak frequency response of the transducers which is 40 kHz. It is non-adjustable.

TO STORE A READING:

There are 2 types of storage modes: Normal and Quick.
For “Normal” Storage

− Firmly “Click”(press in) the Sensitivity Dial. The Storage location will blink and the phrase SPIN/CLICK will appear on the

bottom of the display panel .

− If you wish to use a storage location other than the one shown, “spin” the Sensitivity dial up (clockwise) or down (counter

clockwise) to the desired location.

− If the Storage Location is the one you chose to use, click the Sensitivity Dial again and you will see a prompt on the bottom

of the display panel: STORE? YES . If you want to store the data, “click” the Sensitivity Dial once more and the record is
stored at the set location. The Storage Location number will automatically move up to the next sequential number.

− If you chose not to store the record, “spin” the Sensitivity Dial and you will see the word NO, “click” the Sensitivity Dial and

you will return to the operation mode.

− For Quick Store (see Set Up Mode, “Menu 05; Store Mode”)

− When in the Quick Store mode, “click (press in) the Sensitivity Dial once and the record is stored. The Storage Location

number will automatically move up to the next sequential number.

TO OVERWRITE DATA OR TO ENTER DATA IN A NEW LOCATION:

− Click (press in) the Sensitivity dial button; the Storage Location number will blink.

− Spin the Sensitivity Dial until the desired storage location is displayed on the screen

− Click the Sensitivity Dial again and the prompt STORE YES ? Will appear.

− To store the new information in that location, “click” the Sensitivity Dial again and the record will be over written.

TO DOWNLOAD THE INFORMATION:

− Refer to Setup Mode, 01 Send Records

5. SETUP MODE

To enter the Set Up Mode:

1. Make sure the Ultraprobe is off.

2. Click (Press) the Sensitivity dial and hold it in. while you pull/squeeze the trigger. Hold both the Sensitivity Dial and

Trigger in until the screen displays: “ Menu 01; Send Records”. NOTE: Hold the Trigger in during any of the Set Up
Mode operations or the instrument will turn off.

3. Once Menu 01 is displayed, you may move to any of the other Menu Modes by spinning the Sensitivity Dial up or down
(clockwise or counter clockwise).

4. When the desired Menu Mode is reached, click (push) the Sensitivity Control in to enter/use that menu function.

5. You may spin to enter and exit any Menu mode in the Set Up mode as long as the trigger is squeezed to keep the
instrument on.

01 Send Records

NOTE: Before downloading data, be sure the Ultraprobe is connected to the computer via the USB cable.

To send data from the Ultraprobe to your computer:

1. Make sure the Ultraprobe is off.

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