Waygate Technologies AutoSigma 3000 Operating Manual
AutoSigma 3000
Technical Reference and Operation Manual
Ident No. 071-002-022
47DH01
105 952
This Issue 04, 06/2007 applies to the software version 1.0
Subject to change without notice. Rev. 02.
Content
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 1
1.1 Important notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 2
1.2 How to use this manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4
Operation steps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 4
Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5
Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5
Button Operation (Keypad) . . . . . . . . . . . 1 - 5
2 Standard package and accessories . . 2 - 1
2.1 Standard package . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 - 2
2.2 Recommended accessories . . . . . . . . . 2 - 3
3 Preparation for operation . . . . . . . . 3 - 1
3.1 Battery installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2
Power requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 2
3.2 Probe connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 3
3.3 Probe identifi cation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 4
3.4 Entering probe code data . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 5
3.5 General parameter setting . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 6
3.6 Start-up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 7
Normal switch on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 7
Reset switch on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 - 7
3.7 Basic measurement knowledge . . . . . . 3 - 9
4 Basic functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 1
4.1 Measurement method . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 2
4.2 Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 2
4.3 Keypad . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 - 3
Key operation on standard model . . . . . . 4 - 3
Additional key operations on DL option . . 4 - 4
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5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 1
5.1 Switching on . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 2
Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 2
5.2 Switching off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 3
5.3 Changing working parameters . . . . . . . 5 - 3
5.4 Entering reference block values . . . . . 5 - 4
User reference blocks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 5
Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 5
5.5 Probe setting (SET PROBE) . . . . . . . . . 5 - 6
5.6 Taking a conductivity measurement . . 5 - 8
5.7 Data logging (internal) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 9
Clearing the entire memory . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 9
Setting the number of data fi les . . . . . . . 5 - 10
Data logging . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 10
Logging in a reading (general) . . . . . . . . 5 - 11
Selecting a fi le for logging . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 12
Clearing a fi le . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 13
Accessing a fi le location containing
stored data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 13
5.8 Customising the operating mode . . . . 5 - 14
Storing a customised mode . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 15
Recalling a customised mode . . . . . . . . 5 - 15
Setting the operating mode to User or
Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 15
6 External data handling devices . . . . 6 - 1
6.1 Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 2
6.2 Sending serial data to an external
device . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 3
Sending a single fi le . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 3
Sending the entire memory . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 4
Report format of transferred data . . . . . . . 6 - 5
Example of a report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 5
7 Specifi cations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 1
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8 Maintenance and care . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 1
8.1 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 2
8.2 Care of Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 - 2
9 Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 1
9.1 EC Declaration of Conformity . . . . . . . . 9 - 2
9.2 Manufacturer / Service address . . . . . . 9 - 2
Great Britain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 3
USA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 3
Germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 - 3
10 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 1
Content
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Introduction 1
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Important notes
1.1 Important notes
GE Inspection Technologies Operating manuals provide functional information about a particular instrument or group of instruments. However, proper setup and use of this equipment and the performance of
electromagnetic tests requires familiarity with factors
which are beyond the scope of Operating manuals.
These factors include the following:
• Selection of appropriate cables, probes, fi xtures,
mechanical handling equipment and other accessories.
• Selection of proper test frequency, test mode and
other test parameters.
• Preparation of the test surface.
• Characteristics of the test material for example: conductivity, hardness, permeability, geometry, magnetic properties, heat treatment etc.
• Environmental factors such as temperature humidity, dust and electrical interference.
• Any individual factors that will depend on the particular test object or test being performed.
It is therefore imperative that operators are properly
trained in both general procedure for electromagnetic
training testing and in the set up and execution of the
particular test to be performed. It is the responsibility
of the instrument user to ensure that test operators are
trained to a suffi ciently high standard, suitable equipment is used in the correct manner and that any test
variables which may affect specifi c tests are taken into
account. Similarly, compliance with standards such as
ASTM, ASNT, API, ASME, BS etc., as well as the observance of any test procedure specifi ed by any government, manufacturer or other regulating authority is
the responsibility of the user.
Periodic calibration, cleaning and maintenance may
be necessary to ensure proper operation of the equipment.
Environmental conditions and regularity of use should
be considered when determining the frequency of
such checks, then this should be observed.
Incidents such as physical shock, immersion in liquid
and exposure to damaging environments such as excessive heat, moisture, dirt or dust can adversely affect equipment performance. The equipment must be
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Introduction
examined for damage and recalibrated after any such
incident. Do not use any product which you know or
suspect to be faulty.
Reference samples used for calibration should, ideally,
have the same material properties as the object to be
tested, or a known relationship to it, established by a
laboratory test.
Equipment calibration should be checked frequently
during testing to assure valid test measurements.
As a matter of good practice and wherever possible,
suspected defects in critical areas should be cross
checked using appropriate alternative indication techniques.
Any question about the use, operation, specifi cations
or special considerations relative to the particular
GE Inspection Technologies product you are using
should be addressed to your local sales representative,
the distributor or GE Inspection Technologies direct.
Eddy current based instrumentation works by measuring minute electromagnetic fi elds. Interfering signals,
even at a level satisfying CE mark requirements, may
be able to mask or distort this information. The user is
responsible for ensuring that no such effect is occurring.
GE Inspection Technologies pursues a policy of continued development of its products. The company reserves the right to change specifi cations without prior
notice.
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How to use this manual
1.2 How to use this manual
In order to simplify this operating manual, the operational steps, information listings etc, always have the
same format. This will enable you to quickly fi nd information.
Operation steps
Operation steps are laid out in tables as shown in the
following example: To set the high alarm to trip at 80.5.
Step Key Display
1
From “Off” select measurement mode.
2
Enter parameter menu.
3
Step through the menu
to the “HIGH ALARM”
parameter.
4
Move across to the setting fi eld.
5
Increment/decrement to
required level.
6
Return to normal measurement mode.
Normal measurement display
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Introduction
This action table indicates in step form:
– Switch on with a press of ON/OFF button.
– Press the MENU button.
– Press INCREMENT/DECREMENT button repeat-
edly until the required parameter is accessed.
– Press the SET button to move to the value setting
fi e l d .
The INCREMENT or DECREMENT buttons are then
used to set the required value.
– Press the MENU button to return the instrument to
its Measurement Mode ready to take readings.
Display fi gures in this manual may show XXXX, YYYY
or ZZZZ as numerical values etc. these indicate that
any valid number or menu item may be displayed.
Lists
Lists are arranged as follows with bulleted indents.
• 101.6 % IACS. Highest reading
• 101.2 % IACS. Mean reading
• 99.8 % IACS. Lowest reading
Notes
H
Note:
Under this heading you will fi nd special recommendations concerning measurement techniques, or references to important information in other chapters of the
manual.
Button Operation (Keypad)
• Press: Button contact then immediate release.
• Long Press: Button contact for a period of three
seconds or more then release.
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Standard package and accessories
2.1 Standard package
Product code Description Order number
AutoSigma 3000 DL 47I001DL
Probe 12.7 mm (60/500 KHz) 47P001
Cable (Probe) 47A001
Probe fi nger support 47A005
Curve measurement adapter 47A006
Hard plastic packall case 47A008
Calibration Certifi cate –
Standard package
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Recommended accessories
2.2 Recommended accessories
Product code Description Order number
Soft Case with Shoulder Strap 47A009
Probe 8 mm (500 KHz) 47P002
Cable (Printer) 33A145
Cable (Data Logger) 47A003
Computer Interface Cable (PC) 33A146
Computer Interface Instructions –
Operator Reference Block Plate and 44A016
set of fi ve Operator Reference Blocks
See Data Sheet for details
Standard package and accessories
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Preparation for operation
Battery installation
3.1 Battery installation
Power requirements
The AutoSigma 3000 can only be operated by battery,
using three AA size cells, Alkaline (preferred), Dry
Cell, or Ni-Cad .
H
Note:
If Ni-Cad batteries are used the battery level indication will not be correct, and they should be removed
for charging when the level indicator shows about
25 %. The AutoSigma 3000 has no provision for in situ
charging.
– Undo Battery Cover Screws and lift off the cover
(the screws are captive in the lid).
– Insert three AA alkaline cells as shown.
Alternative cells may be used if alkaline batteries are
not available, but unit operating time may be reduced
and battery level indication inaccurate.
If the batteries are installed incorrectly with the polarity
reversed, no damage to the AutoSigma 3000 will occur, but the instrument will not function.
– After the batteries have been installed, replace the
battery cover and refi t the screws. The Icon on the
display shows the battery charge.
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Probe connection
H
Note:
When the battery empty state is displayed, the batteries should be replaced at once.
The AutoSigma 3000 automatically turns off when
the batteries become too weak for reliable operation.
When using the equipment in remote locations it is advisable to carry spare batteries. Discharged or faulty
batteries are classifi ed as Special Waste and must be
disposed of accordingly.
Preparation for operation
3.2 Probe connection
The connecting cable for the probe is a 5 way LEMO
to 5 way LEMO and may be used either way round.
– Align the red dots of the LEMO plug and the socket
of the cable and plug together, they are polarised
and will therefore not engage unless correctly mated.
– Similarly attach the cable to the instrument.
The connectors are self locking and will not become
detached without being released by pulling the serrated section of the plug.
H
Note:
Before a probe can be used to take accurate measurements, its Code Number (if not already contained in
the probe fi le) must be entered into the instruments
operational memory – see section 3.3. Instruments
supplied from the factory with a probe will already
have the code number entered. 12.7 mm diameter
probes have a 4 digit code and 8 mm diameter probes
a 2 digit code.
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Probe identifi cation
If an instrument reset is carried out the Probe data will
be returned to “5555” or “55” thus requiring the probe
code number/s to be re-entered.
3.3 Probe identifi cation
12.7 mm Probe: Dual Frequency 60 and 500 kHz
(L/H) has a four-digit code (see below).
Probe code shown here on the display.
8 mm Probe: Single Frequency 500 kHz (H) only, has
a two-digit code.
Probe code shown here on the display.
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Entering probe code data
H
Note:
The H or L indication at the left bottom of the display indicates which operational frequency has been
selected for measurement, either frequency for the
12.7 mm probe. 500 kHz (H) only may be used for the
8 mm probe.
3.4 Entering probe code data
E.g. 12.7 mm H/L probe, code number is 6547. The
code is stored in the format below, there are code slots
for three large and three small diameter probes, and
their selection is sequential.
6 5 4 7
and is equivalent to data stores
D1 D2 D3 D4
Preparation for operation
Step Key Display
1
From “Off” select measurement mode.
2
Open parameter menu.
3
Step through the menu
to the PROBE parameter.
4
Move to the setting fi eld.
If the probe code displayed has only two digits present, then
after step 4 select the slot required by inc/dec to one of the
three available four digit slots. Return to the parameter fi eld by
pressing SET and continue to PROBE D1 as normal step 5.
5
Step through the menu
to the PROBE D1 parameter.
6
Move across to the setting fi eld.
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