Operator`s Manual
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1. File Download Security Warning PHO3634 10 20 08 the Intemet can be useful thisfletype can Str My Recent Documents Desktop My Documents rr i w My Computer H My Network laces PHO3636 10 20 08 TX028 14 10 20 08 PHO3635 10 20 08 Set Recon X Date and Time NOTE Tap Start gt Today to reveal the Today screen Tap the time and date field Tap on the keyboard symbol to bring up the on screen keyboard Tap the individual time and date fields to change them Finally tap OK top right corner of screen and tap Yes to save changes TX028 15 10 20 08 Start 6 Wednesday Septemb V 2006 i 3 OFF Tap here to set owner information Mo unread messages E No upcoming appointments U Device unlocked ap here to sign in to Pocket MSN Calendar Contacts Settings qr f 232 ok Clock amp Alarms z Settings qo 22 32 ok Clock amp Alarms Home GMT 6 Central US 7 33 17 PM BE 9 20 2006 Tab a w e r Capi als d tialn ilk it shift z x c b n m Cea A a it fet E PHO3352 10 24 06 PHO3353 10 24 06 PHO3354 10 24 06 THO mi Ae Transferring Image File Rec6 vXXX exe onto the Recon factory setting The Recon is environmentally sealed therefore programming and setting up the Recon is through its USB port using Microsoft ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center NOTE Please make sure Microsoft ActiveS2. sles E devices Tap on a device to modify Serial Port 2 o f f 123 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9jo Tabjajwje r t y ujijoj ejE CaPia s al f a h ilk its Shift z x c v bjnjm e 2 cuja A N Back p Finish 7 Prepare to setup COM port Tap COM Ports Tap New Outgoing Port Settings ao f 2 729 ok Settings dr 2 31 ok Bluetooth Bluetooth Tap New Partnership to scan for other a To connect to a device tap New Outgoing a tooth devices Tap on a device to modify Port To allow other devices to connect tap a its settings 5 New Incoming Port For other options tap 5 a and hold an existing port a o o f i 8 Setup COM port Make sure EXTECH 2500T is selected then tap Next Select COM9Y O O Q Q xt lt N N 3 3 o Si o Oo C9 o o f f Cancel Back Eg Finish Installing Printer Port optional cont d 9 Complete printer COM port setup Uncheck Secure Connection then tap Finish Verify COM assignments then tap OK Settings ao oe 2 38 Bluetooth Port 2 Back Eg Finish 10 Exit Bluetooth settings Tap X to exit Bluetooth setting Wireless Manar 3 g7 q 3 22 X TX028 18 10 20 08 Done E Menu PHO3406 10 24 06 PHO3405 10 24 06 Settings Bluetooth PHO3407 10 24 06 EO Software Updates This section provides instructions for applying software update This procedure will not cause loss of joint reports however it is always advisable to
3. ActiveSync is connected go to the PC desktop and double click on the setup icon A SPPC PHO3412 10 24 06 vO19 exe 8 Follow the prompts on the PC screen and the Recon screen for further details Proceed with all default settings when asked for example the folder in which to install to and also overwrite existing program on the Recon TX02819 2 25 11 6 19 7 iiel Special Instructions for Recon 4 It is recommended that you install Microsoft ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center on your Desktop or Notebook PC to use with your Recon 4 Pocket PC Microsoft ActiveSync is used to copy joint reports to a PC from the Recon 4 built in storage Please refer to Microsoft Device Synchronization website for the latest software for your Windows Operating System http www microsoft com windowsmobile en us help synchronize device synch mspx The Recon 4 runs the same DL3 PPC program with minor differences described below 1 Reset the Recon via key presses instead of the style To soft reset without deleting loaded programs hold the power button for over 5 seconds To hard reset delete all settings and program hold the power button and start button the upward pointing arrow for over 5 seconds 2 Built in storage for storing setup files and joint reports The Compact Flash Card is called the Storage Card if viewed under File Explorer 3 The system restoration file is Recon vXXX under the Pocket PC Setup
4. Files folder in the CompactFlash Storage Card or builtin storage Copying Joint Reports 1 Make sure Microsoft ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center is installed on your PC 2 Make sure the Recon 4 has sufficient battery charge or use the AC adapter 3 Connect USB cable between Recon 4 and your PC A Your PC will recognize and configure itself to communicate with the Recon 4 5 Once the communication is established a New Partnership dialog box appears on your PC screen Click Cancel to skip the Partner ship 6 A Partnership Not Set Up dialog box appears asking for confirma tion Click OK to connect as Guest 7 The ActiveSync window shows Guest on the lefthand side and a green icon with two arrows on the right hand side indicating communi cation established 8 Click on the Explore icon on the PC A Window opens showing files and folders on the Recon 4 9 Find the Joint Reports folder under the My Documents folder You may copy the enter folder to your PC s My Document folder 10 Similarly you may navigate to the Storage Card and find the duplicate joint report folder 11 Check to make sure all the reports are copied to your PC and you may then delete the reports from the Pocket PC internal storage and Storage Card TX02820 10 20 08 i Usage and Care DataLogger The Datalogger serves to record heater temperature and carriage pressure logging data dur
5. Make sure the fol lowing settings are selected then tap Start Printing In older models the Bluetooth Console appears to allow printer selection If no printer is present tap the Refresh icon and wait for the Bluetooth icon on the upper right corner Select the EXTECH printer you are printing to by tapping it Once selected a series of message boxes will appear giving the status of the printer and the printer will start printing PHO2959 3 14 05 PHO2960 3 14 05 TX02522 6 20 05 Reminder Please make sure printer is turned on before proceeding Continue printing McElroy DL3 PPC Paper Sze Custom custom Onentation a Landscape k eS Bluetooth Browser Select a Bluetooth device E1160 GNE E1272 GNE _ Always use the selected device a d 402 Printer Extech amp Ex PL compat 2 inch Port Eeen E ele cto peee EXTECH 52500 PHO2956 3 14 05 PHO2957 3 14 05 PHO2958 3 14 05 PHO2961 3 14 05 La Sample Joint Report Graphs NOTE This is only a demonstration Data used is fictitious and for demonstration purposes only Do not use this graph as a benchmark for inspecting other fusion joints There are several factors that determine what a graph should look like and all graphs will not look exactly the same Training and resources are available to assist in how to interpret a graph 1 Date amp Time 2010 06 18 10 33
6. Safety Alerts This hazard alert sign appears in this manual When you see this sign carefully read what it says YOUR SAFETY IS AT STAKE You will see the hazard alert sign with these words DANGER WARNING and CAUTION A DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which if not avoided will result in death or serious injury A DANGER Indicates a potentially hazardous AWARNING situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury Indicates a hazardous situation which ACAUTION if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury In this manual you should look for two other words A CAUTION NOTICE and IMPORTANT NOTICE can keep you from doing something that might damage the machine or someone s property It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices IMPORTANT can help you do a better job or make your job easier in some way TX00030 1 2 1 92 Read and Understand Do not operate this equipment until you have carefully read and understand all the sections of this manual and all other equipment manuals that will be used with it Your safety and the safety of others depends upon care and judgment in the operation of this equipment Follow all applicable federal state local and industry specific regulations McElroy Manufacturing Inc cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a potential hazard The warnings in this manual and on the
7. distance between the DataLogger and the heater plate until the two laser beams converge to a single point Use the Pocket PC screen to read the temperature Heater Temperature McElroy OL3 PPt ge Me 255 Log Status bat 40 F ppsi Drag Pressure Default 30 psi Follow proper procedure to measure drag pressure and enter it below Press Next without entering a value to accept default drag pressure lt lt wack McElroy DLI PPI Log Status bat 40 a Me 431 McElroy OLS PPI Log Status bat 270 AC oF psi Press Log on the probe to record temperature reading Optional extemal temperature reading may be entered here PHO4499 2 17 11 PHO4501 2 17 11 PHO4502 2 17 11 HED IAA A Setting up to Log a Joint cont d The Datalogger reads the temperature in a 2 inch area around the points of the lasers Make sure you take the reading from an area that has no obstructions Make sure the 2 inch area is completely on the heating surface of the heater Correct Position Measurement Lasers rS McElroy OL3 PPI ge Me 4 35 Once the temperature is stable release the DataLogger multi isg Status bat 20 AC function switch to record the temperature Notice the tempera m m gt ture box flashes Log XXX F to indicate recorded tempera 855 2 ture x Heater Temperature x If an external temperature probe is used a
8. end of the fusion process Always make sure to stop logging before opening carriage to remove pipe A confirmation message box appears Tap Yes to stop logging The Pocket PC begins to request joint report data from the Data Logger a block at a time until it is all downloaded re McElroy DLS PPC er ae 3 11 Logs Status bat 80 neal 123 data po nts Elapsed 0 24 33 Stop Logging p Are you sure you want to y stop logging A ee re McElroy DL3PPC ar i 3 12 tog Status bat Ao aE 0190 v1 7 2 c2011 01 03 Ready F Logging stopped McElroy DLS PPC yo et 312 Eog Status bat 80 a a 0190 v1 7 2 c2011 01 03 Ready le ariel PHO4508 2 17 11 PHO2950 3 14 05 PHO4516 2 17 11 PHO4509 2 17 11 Logging the Fusion Process cont d At the end of the download the joint report is displayed on the screen You may use the scroll bar to scroll through the report The front end plot highlights bead up and the critical shift sequence into the soak cycle The summary plot shows the entire fusion process from start to stop Note this is only a demonstration Data used are fictitious and for demonstration purposes only TX03048 2 2 1 1 1 IcElroy DLI PPI er EE Date amp Time 2011 01 28 14 47 08 Joint Number 1 Job Humber PO of Job Employee ID Marion Wayne Machine ID Serial of unt Mach Model 618 MF Piton Area 6 01
9. ff you do not trust the source do not run or save this software What s the risk Software Updates cont d Choose to save the file to desktop 2h x Save As Save in 2 Desktop Of 2 m My Recent Documents Desktop PHO3407 10 24 06 My Documents c Pr My Computer e My Network Places 4 Make sure that ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center is installed on your desktop computer before proceeding If ActiveSync is installed an icon will appear at the bottom of the desktop computer screen in the system tray to the left of the clock a PHO3405 10 24 06 NOTE If ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center is not installed please refer to the first part of section Transferring image file for installation instructions 5 Connect USB cable between Recon and desktop computer 6 ActiveSync displays the Synchronization Setup Wizard Click Cancel For Mobile Device Center Windows Vista and Windows 7 select Connect without setting up your device in the Windows Mobile Device Center dialog window point at File Management and select Browse the contents of your device Synchronization Setup Wizard Welcome to the Pocket PC Sync Setup Wizard To set up a sync relationship between this computer and your Pocket PC click Next PHO3355 10 24 06 If you click Cancel you can still Copy and move files between your Pocket PC and this computer Add and remove programs on your Pocket PC 7 Once
10. in the reading TXO25 1 3 6 20 05 PHO3053 6 24 05 PHO3052 6 24 05 dataloggerV3 IO Pocket PC DL3 PPC The software program McElroy DL3 PPC runs on the Pocket PC to provide user interface and joint report storage For redundancy a Secure Digital card SD card is included with every Pocket PC to backup joint reports At the end of the day or the end of a job the SD card can be removed from the Pocket PC and data copied to a desktop PC for further archive and processing Each Pocket PC is setup at the factory and ready to log data If a new Pocket PC is acquired please see the Procedure for Set up Pocket PC section Note 1 Like a desktop or notebook PC the Pocket PC may occasionally lock up and needs a reset Please refer to the Pocket PC s user manual to locate the Reset button Push the stylus into the Reset buttonhole for a soft reset of the Pocket PC PHO3054 6 24 05 2 Like a cell phone the Pocket PC needs to be on the charger even when not in use so that its built in program memory content can be retained This is to prevent having to reinstall and re setup the Pocket PC although joint reports and installation programs are backed up in nonvolatile Secure Digital SD card Recon 4 3 In the fourth quarter of 2005 the TDS Recon Rugged Pocket PC Recon 4 was introduced to handle harsh environment applications This Pocket PC has more built in Flash memory for backing up reports pro
11. integrity of joint reports beyond the specification of component manufacturers and the handling of equipment in the field TX03042 8 9 10 World Class Training This manual is intended as a guide only and does not take the place of proper training by qualified instructors The information in this manual is not all inclusive and can not encompass all possible situations that can be encountered during various operations PHOO9 17 8 15 96 McElroy Manufacturing Inc offers advanced training classes to enhance efficiency productivity safety and quality Training is available at our facility or on site at your location Call 918 836 861 1 TX01333 4 23 97 e Mi LIMITED WARRANTY McElroy Manufacturing Inc McElroy warrants all products manufactured sold and repaired by it to be free from defects in materials and workmanship its obligation under this warranty being limited to repairing or replacing at its factory and new products within 3 years after shipment with the exception of purchased items such as electronic devices pumps switches etc in which case that manufacturer s warranty applies Warranty applies when returned freight is prepaid and which upon examination shall disclose to have been defective This warranty does not apply to any product or component which has been repaired or altered by anyone other than McElroy or has become damaged due to misuse negligence or casualty or has not b
12. the responsibility of others We recommend qualified joining procedures be followed when using McElroy fusion equipment McElroy makes no other warranty of any kind whatever express or implied and all implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose which exceed the aforestated obligation are hereby disclaimed by McElroy PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT McElroy reserves the right to make any changes in or improvements on its products without incurring any liability or obligation to update or change previously sold machines and or the accessories thereto INFORMATION DISCLOSED No information of knowledge heretofore or hereafter disclosed to McElroy in the performance of or in connection with the terms hereof shall be deemed to be confidential or proprietary unless otherwise expressly agreed to in writing by McElroy and any such information or knowledge shall be free from restrictions other than a claim for patent infringement is part of the consideration hereof PROPRIETARY RIGHTS All proprietary rights pertaining to the equipment or the components of the equipment to be delivered by McElroy hereunder and all patent rights therein arising prior to or in the course of or as a result of the design or fabrication of the said product are exclusively the property of McElroy LAW APPLICABLE All sales shall be governed by the Uniform Commercial Code of Oklahoma U S A Register your product online to a
13. 0 in Pipe Maberial 9 Pipe Site 386 16 IPS DR 11 oN T Interfacial Pressures psi 12 Bead i75 13 Soak 0 14 Fuse TS 15 Cool 175 Recantos Gauge Presses pet 18 Bead am SSE tcElroy DLI PPI m EAE Recommended SAR IOR ipsi 16 Bead 19 Soak ag 20 Fuse 859 i Cool B59 Recorded Data 23 Drag Pressure 30 psi 24 Datalogger Probe 416 F 25 External Probe 26 osovi 7 2 c2011 01 03 end 2 5 McElroy DL3 PPC ge ae 3 15 Motes 12345 6 7 8 Seconds 5 10 15 20 25 30 icElray DLI PPT a dE E15 Seconds 5 10 15 20 25 30 psi Summary Phot 124 data points i Menu i SS GP PHO45 10 2 17 11 PHO451 1 2 17 11 PHO45 12 2 17 11 PHO4513 2 17 11 HID Printing Reports Optional See Installing Printer Port Section if using the printer for the first time Joint reports are stored in duplicates one copy in the Pocket PC s main memory battery backed up and another copy in the Secure Digital SD Card non vola tile memory For additional backup reports can be printed to an optional printer in the field after the completion of each joint highly recommended for jobs requir ing joint reports To print the current report simply tap the printer icon at the bottom of the screen or tap Menu gt Print A message box prompts you to turn on the optional printer Turn on the printer and tap Yes to show the printer dialog box
14. 2 2 92 WRO0034 1 1 30 92 Units With Hydraulics For hydraulically operated equipment it is important to remember that a sudden hydraulic oil leak can cause serious injury or even be fatal if the pressure is high enough Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the AWARNING skin causing serious injury Keep hands and body away from pinholes which eject fluid under pressure Use a piece of cardboard or paper to search for leaks If any fluid is injected into the skin it must be immediately removed by a doctor familiar with this type of injury NOTICE Wear safety glasses and keep face clear of area when bleeding air from hydraulic system to avoid spraying oil into eyes TX03077 2 16 10 Heater Is Hot A CAUTION The heater is hot and will burn clothing and skin Keep the heater in its insulated heater stand or blanket when not in use and use care when heating the pipe NOTICE Use only a clean non synthetic cloth such as a cotton cloth to clean the heater plates MAN See eee TX00104 8 12 94 Fusion Machine Procedures Familiarize yourself with the fusion machine you will be working with by reading the Manufacturer s manuals for the machine Read the Safety Information to avoid potentially dangerous situations NOTICE Follow the pipe manufacturer s procedures or appropriate joining standard for fusing the pipe being used Failure to adhere to proper machine and fusion procedures can result in injury a
15. 36 The appearance of joint reports varies due to several factors but their 2 Joint Number 1 basic profile resembles the following samples 3 Job Number PO 1060 4 Employee ID Jake Elwood 5 Machine ID C12545 6 Mach Model 618 MF Typical fusion process 7 Piston Area 6 010 in2 8 Pipe Material PE 4710 9 Pipe Size 18 IPS DR ii Interfacial Pressures psi 12 Bead 75 13 Soak 0 14 Fuse 75 15 Cool 275 Recommended Gauge Pressures psi Line 26 0001 v1 7 2 c2010 06 15 en0 2 4 on 0001 Serial number of the Datalogger 20 Fuse 1086 V1 7 2 Firmware version of DataLogger 21 Cool 1086 C2010 06 15 Last calibration date Must be calibrated PEE E Annually 23 Drag Pressure 36 psi en0 2 4 Software version of handheld 24 Datalogger Probe 426 F 25 External Probe 26 0001 v1 7 2 2010 06 15 en0 2 4 27 Notes N 36 10 0521 W93 35 0267 Front end Plot 100 search The frontend plot highlights the bead up the shift sequence into soak cycle and the duration of the soak cycle The Open Close plot highlights the time taken to remove the heater and fuse the pipe Seconds 5 10 15 20 275 30 psi Summary Plot 184 data points The Summary plot shows the entire fusion process from start to stop This plot is used to determine cool time y f Hii Sample Joint Report Graphs cont d Example of a joint made with incorrect fusion procedures NOTE This is only a dem
16. 7 10 24 06 PHO3378 10 24 06 Setting up the Bluetooth Radio cont d 7 Bind device to COM port Tap Next Select COMB uncheck Secure Connection and tap Finish Settings ba a d 2 43 Select the device you want to add MDLS 0002 Tabla wielr t y jul i CaPia s da f a h ilk it _ Tit nanm Cancel 8 Confirm Bluetooth selection Tap OK to complete Bluetooth setup Tap X to exit Bluetooth setting Bluetooth To connect to a device tap New Outgoing Port To allow other devices to connect tap TAAROAGAOONAAC Tabjajwjejr tjyjujijojejt 1 caPjajslaltiojnl ilki shift z x c v bjnjm caa VT iea E ae 9 Access McElroy DL3 PPC program Tap Start Tap McElroy DL3 PPC Start D i nday September 25 2006 Notification Contacts 123 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 CICIE shift z x c b n m g E E PHO3379 10 24 06 i Settings Bluetooth E a M 2 47 123 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Tabla wielr t y jul t caPjajslaltiojnl iter ted shift 2 e v i b n m a caL TS AGE PHO3381 10 24 06 PHO3383 10 24 06 Finish Wireless Manat 6 F PEF X Bluetooth Done Fa Menu EN McElroy DL3 PPC File Explorer ie Programs ir Settings Notification Contacts PHO3380 10 24 06 PHO3382 10 24 06 PHO3384 10 24 06 Setting up the Bluetooth Radio cont d 10 Setup McElroy DL3 PPC
17. ED Bluetooth Status Wireless 1 When power to the DataLogger is turned on the Blue LED begins to flash periodically indicating that the Bluetooth module is on and is ready to communicate with a Pocket PC 2 When the Bluetooth module establishes connection with a Pocket PC and are exchanging data the Blue LED stays solid Blue LED Wired 1 The Blue LED flashs when communicating with the Pocket PC Tri color LED 1 Amber when the DataLogger is first turned on this LED stays amber for less than 2 seconds indicating that the Datalogger is in power up initialization state 2 Flashing Green indicates the Datalogger is in normal operating mode 3 Flashing Red indicates the Datalogger is in data logging mode TX03044 1 21 10 Batteries The DataLogger runs on two 2 readily available alkaline D size batteries When the low battery indicator on the Pocket PC screen appears the Datalogger has less than 2 hours of run time left The batteries must be replaced as soon as possible when not logging a joint The Datalogger stores joint report in non volatile memory so that the report will be intact even when batteries are removed for replacement However it is not advisable to remove the batteries during data logging This will cause the logging to be interrupted and the joint report will not be complete Replace the batteries only when not logging data TX025 1 1 6 20 05 Pressure Transducer T
18. Operator s Manual with Rugged Pocket PC Original Language English Manual DL10501 Revision C 8 11 M McEL www mcelroy com OY Om w Thank You for purchasing this McElroy product McElroy s third generation DataLogger system has two options for the DataLogger a wireless version with Bluetooth wireless and a wired version Both use the Windows Mobile based Pocket PC The wireless DataLogger reads pressures up to 2000 psi The wired DataLogger reads pressures up to 4000 psi The McElroy DataLogger system consists of a data logging device called the DataLogger a Pocket PC and optional accessories The DataLogger logs and store report for one joint and then transmit the joint report to the Pocket PC In addition to providing a user interface the Pocket PC is capable of storing hundreds of reports limited only by its memory capacity For example a Pocket PC with 20MB of user accessible memory can store up to 10 000 reports that are 2Kbytes in length Note although the Pocket PC has the capacity you are strongly advised to backup your report data to a Desktop PC or secondary storage device NOTICE Please take every precaution to safeguard your joint reports If joint reports are critical to your job make backups often and print out every joint report at the completion of each joint using the optional printer McElroy cannot guarantee the safety and
19. Tap Menu Tap Settings McElroy DL3 PF 3 yt iM McELROY Dataloager Mem fs Se e PHO3385 10 24 06 PHO3386 10 24 06 About McElroy DL3 11 Setup program COM port Select COM8 and tap OK Tap Log Status icon McElroy DL3 PPC oO oO Settings Q Q 7 N 00 00 m m 99 99 O O x 12 Connect to DataLogger Tap Connect Turn on DataLogger and then tap OK McElroy DL3 PPC 4 a 3 13 McElroy DL3 PPC 4 a 3 14 Log Status bat 85 AC x S Log Status bat 85 AC S X X D Desi D Check DataLogger amp O O a x Turn on DataLogger and connect to Setting up the Bluetooth Radio cont d 13 Verify connection and exit program Verify that connection is established by checking pressure and temperature readings Finally tap Disconn and X to exit McElroy DL3 PF 3 g7 3 54 Log Status br 5 AC x PHO3640 10 20 08 Ready Turn on DataLogger TX028 17 10 20 08 Setting up the Wired Serial Port 1 Access McElroy DL3 PPC program Tap Start Start bo a d Tap McElroy DL3 PPC eptember 25 aa i E On PHO03383 10 24 06 Notification Contacts Aw Star Qa 4 a Today 3 31 PM McElroy DL3 PPO fe File Explorer fg Programs PHO3384 10 24 06 F Settings Notification Contacts Setting up the Wired Serial Port cont d Mctiroy Di3 PF 2 4 333 2 Setup McElroy DL3 PPC Tap Menu M McELROY Dat
20. alogger PHO3385 10 24 06 Tap Setting Menu if a S E McElroy DL3 PF 3 47 s 3 36 ri j i d Log Status PHO3386 10 24 06 3 Setup program COM port Select COM and tap OK Tap Log Status icon PHO4022 1 21 10 PHO3388 10 24 06 a Setting up the Wired Serial Port cont d 4 Verify connection and exit program ie oa Log Status bat 40 AC x Verify that a connection is established by checking pressure and temperature readings psi 130 07435 v1 7 0 2009 10 20 Ready Turn on DataLogger and connect to check status PHO4022 1 21 10 TX03050 1 21 10 Installing Printer Port optional An Extech thermal printer model S2500THS can be used with the McElroy DL3 DataLogger via Bluetooth interface Following the instructions for setting up the Recon for Bluetooth printing Get to the Today screen by tapping Start gt Today Access Bluetooth Menu Tap the Bluetooth icon Make sure Bluetooth is On If not tap on Bluetooth and then tap Menu Start ba 42 Wireless Manager r a 2 49 G Wednesday 1 42 PM September 27 2006 by El Dn Bluetooth A 3 PHO3391 10 24 06 PHO3392 10 24 06 Notification Contacts Installing Printer Port optional cont d 3 Access Bluetooth Settings Tap Devices ZEK W M ce m 2 49 Setti er 1 58 Tap Devices Wireless Manager 4 l ettings F o Bluetooth Turn on Bluetooth Make this device discoverabl
21. ana naaa 5 4 Logging the Fusion Process 0 0 0 ccc ee eee 5 9 Printing Reports Optional eese sspe massia tappi a e E 5 12 Sample Joint Report Graphs 0 0 0 0 ee 5 13 Transferring Joint Reports to PC 1 eee 5 15 DX3 XP Menu ge uw awste we ee ve dp eee ene eee ek ee yes 5 16 COPYRIGHT 2011 McELROY MANUFACTURING INC Tulsa Oklahoma USA All rights reserved All product names or trademarks are property of their respective owners All information illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice TX02821 2 21 11 ae E 6 Set up for Recon Setup Instructions for DL3 Recon 2 6 ee 6 1 Getting the Setup Image File from the Internet 00 6 1 Set Recon Date and Time 0 0 eee 6 3 Transferring Image File onto the Recon factory setting 6 4 Setting up the Bluetooth Radio 1 ee 6 8 Setting up the Wired Serial Port 0 2 0 0 000 ccc eee eee 6 12 Installing Printer Port optional 0 0 0 0 eee 6 14 Software Updates 0 eee 6 18 Set up for Recon 4 Special Instruction for Recon 4 2 ee 7 1 Maintenance Usage Gna Cale o a2cerehs oe eh see eager adie ESEE 8 1 No Maintenance Inside Case 0 0 000 eee 8 2 COMDIGNOM 2 00 s Grate sa al ped Gh cee pe eee gee ole Boe ee 8 2 Specification McElroy Datalogger 9 1
22. ation Messaging PHO3360 10 24 06 CG Windows Media Tg Programs F Settings Help Calendar Programs PHO3361 10 24 06 q d Transferring Image File Rec6 vXXX exe onto the Recon factory setting cont d 8 In Folder Explorer navigate to the installation program Tap RecXimg Tap Next to Continue File Explorer Fa We 2 03 er q 2 06 Spb Clone O Spb Clone Si e This is a self extracting clone image oO file The file was created on 10 6 06 H 1 46 58 PM on the Recon device gt a Tf you want to continue with doning press Next now Up E Ea Menu 9 Follow the on screen instructions to install the image on the Recon Check to make sure the date and time are correct If adjustment is needed tap Adjust time Otherwise tap Next Tap Next to start restoring image Spb Clone Spb Clone Spb Clone S Spb Clone S A A The newly setup device must have the WARNING Spb Clone will perform a soft 7 see whether the time on the device is re r s or re eee ss in running programs now You can switch to o Current time setings dag ii Tap Next to start restore cancel lt Back _Next gt 123 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 o 123 aes STE Te ajwjejr t bjajwjejr t cAPjajsja t gjn ilk ij cAPjajsja t gjnj ilk ij Shift z x c v b n m Shift z x c v b n m j a o dadtje j a o datie 10 The Recon will perform a soft reset and begin
23. backup joint reports on a regular basis to a desktop PC hard drive and other media 1 On the Recon make sure the DL3 PPC program is not running by tapping Start gt McElroy gt DL3 PPC then Menu gt Exit 2 Go to http www mcelroy com fusion support downloads htm for the download page Click on DL3 PPC Direct update from PC ERTS Products Distributor Locator Contact Us Distributor Site Fusion Home g Time 2007 Update for Microsoft Windows Mobile Powered Devices DL630X PHO364 1 10 20 08 ware Windows Mobile and Pocket PC n 0 22 Direct update from PC Internet DL3 PPC v0 22 EXE Instructions Windows Mobile and Pocket PC Update on Pocket PC DL3 PPC v0 22 CAB Instructions Microsoft Download Device Synchronization HP iPAQ rx3115 Image TDS Recon Images Reset to Factory Default Reset to Factory Default 7x3115 vO22 Rec v022 new Instructions Rec5 v022 Recon X Rec4 v022 Recon HP iPAQ hx 190b Image Instructions Reset to Factory Default hx2190b v022 Additional Information Instructions Troubleshooting Notes k a Accessories Simplified Chinese version an rT Onee Ao File Download Security Warning S 3 Click Save Do you want to run or save this file x z Name DL3 PPC v019 exe fe Type Application 525 KB From www mcelroy com x While files from the Intemet can be useful this file type can potentially harm your computer
24. ctivate your warranty www McElroy com fusion Copy information listed on the machine nameplate here for your records Model No Serial No Date Received Distributor Equipment Safety Overview Installation Safety Aleris 2 4406 a4 664 4450 240 O084 44650 oREE REED EE 1 1 Read and Undersiand 2 44 o6se40486e00 64 54884 oe Seg sees 1 1 General Safety 4 yee een bth a eed ateyewehoems eeduasuadus 1 2 Wear Safety Equipment 1 ce eee 1 2 Equipment is Not Explosion Proof 0 0 00 ce eee eee 1 2 Unis Vii IVGRGUlies a pacacccaeve ce dueneceseeaheuseee ss 1 3 Heater IeWMOl lt 5444465465 e454 e048 oo eee ous hae oa oe 1 3 Fusion Machine Procedures 0 0 cee eee eee 1 3 The Datalogger ee EE E E ee ee ee ee ne 2 1 MUGIIMUNCHONCOWNCH se peer fe ne i ond ewe Rae GEG oe Ghee ow ae 2 1 ED Andoas es eeen Enn ERSEN G44 4s 2 1 POUCHES siade 6 ete aara aa oe ee A oe ee E AE R 2 2 Pressure MonsQUGEls lt e2 444465e4 054 600064 648s dee eae ees 2 2 Temperature Transducer 1 0 ee eee 2 2 Pocket PO DLFP egare a pad oe a bees oe aee cee eee 2 3 Connecting Wired DataLogger 0 00 cece eee eee 3 1 Connecting To A Fusion Machine 0 0 00 cece eee eee 3 1 Setting Time and Date Operation Setting Time and Date 0 ee ee 4 1 Starting the McElroy DL3 PPC Program 000 eee eens 5 1 The Log Status Dialog Pox 2 eves seg aces ednneetedans ene 5 2 Setting up to Log a Joint na
25. d 68 characters to save as notes for this point More characters can be 3 after joint is made McElroy DL3 PPC 4 a 10 25 Log Status bat 100 AC DataLogger Not Connected Connect to DataLoggern Please make sure it is turned on PHO4497 2 17 11 PHO4498 2 17 11 PHO2940 3 14 05 Setting up to Log a Joint cont d Wireless The blue LED on the DatalLogger will stay lit to indicate communication between the DataLogger and the Pocket PC Wired The blue LED on the DataLogger will flash to indication communication between the DataLogger and the Pocket PC The next dialog box prompts for Drag pressure measured The DataLogger pressure transducer must have already been connected to the fusion machine to measure drag pressure Fol low proper procedure to measure drag pressure and enter it in the dialog box The next dialog box shows the recommended gauge pressures and you can use it to set the various pressures heat soak and fuse pressure of your fusion machine The carriage control valve must be in the closed position The next dialog box prompts for heater temperature measure ment To measure heater temperature hold the top of the DataLogger about 4 inches from the heater plate and perpendicular to the heater plate pointing the temperature sensor at the area of fusion on the heater plate Press and hold the DataLogger switch to turn on the guidance lasers Adjust the
26. d by unscrewing both ends and installing a new cord TX03051 1 21 10 No Maintenance Inside Case NOTICE There are no parts inside the Datalogger that can be repaired by the user Do not try to open the case Any attempt to open the case can affect the weatherproofing and can damage the unit dataloggerV3 TX02530 6 20 05 Calibration Unit must be sent to McElroy or Authorized Service Center every year for calibration to ensure accuracy TX2531 6 20 05 F L McElroy DataLogger Batteries Operating Life Shelf Life Operating Temp Lasers Wired Link Wireless Link Pressure Probe Temperature Probe Data Sampling Rate Pocket PC Specifications Software Updates TX03052 2 2 1 1 1 2x D Cell Batteries Alkaline Ni Cad Ni mH Approx 48hrs The Datalogger batteries will very slowly drain if left inside the Datalogger battery holder and this may lead to leakage of corrosive battery chemicals after months of storage 4 to 158 degrees Fahrenheit 20 to 70 degrees Celsius 2x Peak Wavelength 670nm Output Power lt lmW Class II RS 232 Bluetooth Version 1 1 Level A dBm Range 30m 100ft Bluetooth Protocols RFCOMM L2CAP SDP Supported Profiles General Access Profile Serial Port Profile Wireless Range O 2000PSI Accuracy Calibrated to 10 PSI across entire range Wired Range O 4000PSI Accuracy Calibrated to 20 PSI across entire
27. e 20 character fields that accept alphabets and numeric characters The joint number field is numeric only and will be automatically incremented after each joint Mi prov DL a FP The next dialog prompts for pipe parameters material size Pipe wall thickness and interfacial pressures Material se wal Theiness G1 JE Interfacial Pressures PHO4495 2 17 11 PHO449 1 2 17 11 PHO4496 2 17 11 Bul Setting up to Log a Joint cont d If your pipe material is not listed please select Unlisted from the material list and a new field appears so that you may enter your material name The next field allows you to type in optional notes to supplement the job description for example positioning or location information You may enter up to 200 characters If the DataLogger is not already turned on and connected a message box will appear to prompt you to turn it on and connect At this point the DataLogger should be on the fusion machine and its pressure transducer connected to the hydraulic system The fusion machine should have pipe installed in it faced off and heater install and ready to fuse pipe Press and release the DataLogger multifunction switch to make sure it is turned on and flashing the blue and green LED note a flashing red LED indicates it is logging data Tap Yes to scan for the DataLogger and connect to it McElroy OLS PP Lan Eta fleste Ama 1 Notes optional You may ad
28. e Pocket PC Sync gt etup Wizard PHO3355 10 24 06 To set up a sync relationship between this computer and your Pocket PC click Next f you cick Cancel you can still Copy and move files between your Pocket PC and this computer Add and remove programs on your Pocket PC La Transferring Image File Rec6 vXXX exe onto the Recon factory setting cont d 4 Microsoft ActiveSync activates and is connected to the Recon as below Click Explorer Microsoft ActiveSync 4 Schedule a PHO3356 10 24 06 Guest 5 An Explorer window appears showing the folder below On the Desktop PC drag the RecXimg exe file icon from the desktop to the Mobile Device folder as shown E Mobile Device PHO3637 10 20 08 PHO3636 10 20 08 6 Click OK on the message below File Conversion i Microsoft Activesync may need to convert files when synchronizing between your mobile device and this desktop computer Note A converted file might not contain all information found in the original file Help PHO3358 10 24 06 Copy amp Convert to mobile device format i Conversion Mene Bring up File Explorer to locate the installation program Tap Start then Programs Top File Explorer Transferring Image File Rec6 vXXX exe onto the Recon factory setting cont d Wait for the files to be copied PHO3638 10 20 08 pi ak Yy EB Contacts Internet Explorer inform
29. e pressure transducer to the unit has screw connectors on both ends If the cord is damaged it is easily replaced by unscrewing both ends and installing a new cord Quick Disconnect This DataLogger uses an improved quick disconnect on the pressure transducer It is designed to seal reliably but not trap pressure in the line It can be connected under pressure if necessary To use this unit on older fusion machines you will need Fusion Machine Adapter Kit ADL6001 Remove the QD and fittings on the carriage manifold TX1 port and replace them with the elbow and QD in the kit Pressure Transducer The pressure transducer is calibrated at McElroy Manufacturing Inc Its calibration should be checked annually to maintain factory quality Storage Take the batteries out of the DataLogger Pocket PC and optional printer if storing for long periods of time Battery storage temperature is 40 F to 104 F 4 C to 40 C Do not store a fully charged battery at temperatures greater than 104 F 40 C for long periods of time the batteries may permanently lose charge capacity Datalogger cord The coiled cord which connects the datalogging unit to the junction box has screw connectors on both ends If the cord is damaged it is easily replaced by unscrewing both ends and installing a new cord Serial cable The short cable that connects the junction box to the Pocket PC has screw connectors on both ends If the cord is damaged it is easily replace
30. e to other devices PHO3394 10 24 06 se Q xt N O D OQ o O I Qa 4 Prepare printer for partnership Plug in printer power supply to make sure printer stays on Turn on printer then tap New Partnership Wait for scanning of Bluetooth devices Settings EJ gr q 1 56 ok Settings E3 a d 1 59 7 z Ne l xe Bluetooth Oo Select a Bluetooth Device 7 Q x pe Bluetooth devices Tap on a device to modify Fi its settings o S m m 99 99 o ro I I Qa Qa Cancel 5 Setup partnership with printer Tap on the Extech printer icon and then tap Next Tap Next You may be prompted several times for passkey but just tap Next Settings Settings Enter Passkey 7 Enter a passkey to establish a secure connection with EXTECH 2500T Select a Bluetooth Device 7 Select a device to connect with and tap EXTECH 2500T PHO3397 10 24 06 PHO3398 10 24 06 rete OOU 12311 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 a wielr t yjulijol p cid caP a s dl fl al h ilki i shift z x c b n m K i A Cancel Ea Next p Next Installing Printer Port optional cont d 6 Select serial port service Tap Serial Port to select service and then tap Finish If keyboard is displayed tap icon to close it ar f 2 26 ok Partnership Settings 7 Bluetooth T a lt ol y 3 N Display Name Ey j Tap New Partnership to scan for other
31. ee the Joint Reports folder You may copy the entire folder over to your PC by drag and drop For convenience please copy the folder to your My Documents folder on your Desktop PC Once the reports are securely backed up on your Desktop PC you may delete the files in the Joint Reports folder 4 In the case of TDS Recon 4 reports are stored in the Built in Storage non volatile memory area Only one copy of the report is stored In the case of TDS Recon 5 and 6 all memory are non volatile and joint reports are stored in the My Documents folder NOTE The Pocket PC has a large enough capacity to store thousands of joint reports However it is advisable to backup your data as frequently as you can to avoid losing data TX02812 2 21 11 AINA w AN 4 DL3 XP Menu File gt Log Status Opens the Log Status dialog box to allow Bluetooth equipped Windows XP PC s to monitor the status of the DataLogger or set it up to log data Refer to The Log Status Dialog Box section for details on setting up to log the fusion process File gt Open Opens a previously downloaded or saved tile for viewing and printing File gt Print Prints the joint report in the current view File gt Print Preview Preview the print version of the joint report in EY McElroy DL3 XP View Help Log Status Open Ctri O Print Ctrl P Print Preview Print Setup Print Many Send Analyze 1 DL Job Jo
32. een operated or maintained according to McElroy s printed instructions and warnings This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties expressed or implied The remedies of the Buyer are the exclusive and sole remedies available and Buyer shall not be entitled to receive any incidental or consequential damages Buyer waives the benefit of any rule that disclaimer of warranty shall be construed against McElroy and agrees that such disclaimers herein shall be construed liberally in favor of McElroy RETURN OF GOODS Buyer agrees not to return goods for any reason except upon the written consent of McElroy obtained in advance of such return which consent if given shall specify the terms and conditions and charges upon which any such return may be made Materials returned to McElroy for warranty work repair etc must have a Return Material Authorization RMA number and be so noted on the package at time of shipment For assistance inquiry shall be directed to McElroy Manufacturing Inc P O Box 580550 833 North Fulton Street Tulsa Oklahoma 74158 0550 PHONE 918 836 8611 FAX 918 831 9285 EMAIL fusion McElroy com Note Certain repairs warranty work and inquiries may be directed at McElroy s discretion to an authorized service center or distributor TX02486 04 06 05 DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY McElroy accepts no responsibility of liability for fusion joints Operation and maintenance of the product is
33. etup files software updates and instruction videos are located at yws Mobile Powered Devices http www mcelroy com fusion support PH03633 10 20 08 Due to the various releases of Windows Mobile operat ing systems McElroy supports different versions of Recons Follow these steps to identify the correct firmware version of your TDS Recon 1 Start gt Settings gt System gt System Information 2 Look at the firmware version number examples 4 2 5 dows Mobile and Pocket PC 50 1 60 1 ct update from PC Internet 0 1 6 0 1 DL3 PPC v0 22 EXE 3 Ifthe firmware version number starts with a 4 use the Instructions image file Rec4 vXXX If it starts with a 5 use Rec5 7 VXXX If it starts with a 6 use Rec vXXX image file ndows Mobile and Pocket PC Update on Pocket PC DL3 PPC v0 22 CAB NOTE Instructions A Recon 6 was released in the second half of 2008 B Recon 5 was know as the Recon X i Rsasriniptqner senenin AAR C Recon 4 was the original Recon y ge TDS Recon Images Click on the corresponding Recon factory image file exe Reset to Factory Default Rec6 v022 new i Rec5 v022 Recon X NOTE There are minor differences between the Recons Rec4 v022 Recon and the following screenshots were generated on a Instructions Recon 5 model Additional Information 4 Trennubhlochnntinn Mntoc Bul a i Getting the Setup Image File from the Internet cont d Click Save
34. flash it s red LED to indicate it is in log ging mode icElroy DL3 PPC ar 4 44 Log Status bat 20 AC Datalogger low battery warning N Replace D size batteries if shown R Ke Current carriage pressure 9 O L Wireless Disconnect from Datalogger but continue logging Wired Shows COM1 status indicating serial port setting configuration Number of data points recorded currently I 1 data points Stop logging and pon download report Elapsed 0 00 05 Total elapsed time of entire fusion cycle Reset stopwatch Logging the Fusion Process cont d Once logging has started you may tap disconnect to turn off the Pocket PC to conserve battery power The Datalogger will continue to log data while you monitor and control the fusion process heat soak fuse cycles At the end of the fusion process you may stop logging by holding the DataLogger switch for 4 seconds The DataLogger will stop logging and stop flashing its red LED The LED will now flash green to indicate normal operation NOTE Always stop logging before opening carriage to remove pipe Otherwise it will introduce an unintended change in pressure at the end of the joint report 5 graph Alternatively you may also stop logging from your Pocket PC If the Pocket PC was turned off turn it on Wireless In the Log Status dialog box tap Connect Once connected the current status of the DataLogger is dis played Tap Stop at the
35. fore proceeding Follow the instructions provided by Microsoft to install the ActiveSync software on your Desktop PC before plugging in the USB Sync Cable NOTE PCs running Microsoft Windows Vista and Windows 7 use Mobile Device Center PCs running Microsoft Windows XP or earlier use ActiveSync Latest versions of these programs can be found at http www microsoft com windowsmobile activesync default mspx 2 With ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center installed carefully connect the Recon to your Desktop PC using the USB cable 3 Skip partership between your Desktop PC and the Recon For ActiveSync Windows XP a Click Cancel in the Synchronization Setup Wizard dialog window b Click on the Explore button on the ActiveSync window to reveal folders on the Recon c The Mobile Device window opens and you see a Joint Reports folder You may copy the entire folder over to your PC by drag and drop For convenience please copy the folder to your My Documents folder on your Desktop PC Once the reports are securely backed up on your Desktop PC you may delete the files in the Joint Reports folder For Mobile Device Center Windows Vista and Windows 7 a Select Connect without setting up your device in the Windows Mobile Device Center dialog window b Point at File Management and select Browse the contents of your device c Double click on the Tripod Data Systems Recon icon d Double click on the My Documents folder icon and you will s
36. grams and settings In the event of power loss the TDS Recon automatically restores the previously saved program and settings after confirming with the user PHO3054 6 24 05 4 in the fourth quarter of 2006 the Recon X Recon 5 was introduced 5 In 2008 the Trimble TDS Recon 6 was introduced Recon 5 TX028 1 1 1 21 10 l at r Connecting Wired Datalogger Connect the long cable at A on the DataLogger and at B on the left side of the pocket PC junction box Connect the shorter cable with the 90 connector to C on the right side of the pocket PC junction box and to D on the transducer TX04138 8 2 10 Connecting To A Fusion Machine NOTICE The fusion machine must have a hydraulic quick disconnect for connecting the Datalogger pressure transducer If the machine does not have one contact your distributor for the proper adapter or retrofit kit TXO025 15 6 20 05 PHO4348 8 2 10 PHO4346 8 2 10 PHO4347 8 2 10 PHO3026 4 13 05 m Og iiie Settings Setting Time and Date g q It is very important to set the correct time and date because joint reports are time a stamped using the Pocket PC s clock g z l Tap Start gt Settings 2 Tap the System tab Se Tap Clock amp Alarms x gt x O 4 Select the respective time and date field by tapping on a it and adjust the values accordingly For example to change the hour field tap on it Home eee L and then use the up a
37. h will allow you to select a range of data points to analyze closer Information for the selected range will appear in the analyzer graph File gt Settings Change program settings such as COM port pressure unit temperature unit and toggle demo mode 1X02526 2 21 11 a O Setup Instructions for DL3 Recon Factory Default Setting IMPORTANT Applying an image restoration deletes all Joint Reports and returns the Recon to factory settings For soft ware updates use the update instructions in section Software Update This setup provides instructions for setting up the Recon Getting the setup image file from the Internet Set Recon Date and Time Transferring the image file Rec6 onto the Recon factory setting Setting up the Bluetooth Radio Wireless Setting up Wired Serial Port Wired Installing Printer Port optional Software Update NOTE The Recon 5 and 6 use Microsoft s Bluetooth Stack which requires a different communications partnership and COM port for every DataLogger and printer Deleting an existing partnership is simple simply hold down on the Datalogger icon in the Bluetooth screen and tap Delete Setting up a new partnership is easy too simply follow the instructions in section Setting up the Bluetooth Radio TX03049 2 25 1 1 Getting the Setup Image File from the Internet This manual can be downloaded from httpo www mcelroy com fusion support dl3 ppc_recon_in stall htm S
38. he pressure transducer is connected to the Datalogger via a cable The cable can be replaced easily by unscrewing from both ends The pressure transducer taps into the hydraulic system of a fusion machine via a quick disconnect Pressure reading is displayed on the Pocket PC screen as long as the Pocket PC is turned on and communicating with the DataLogger The wireless Datalogger s transducer is rated at pressures of 2000 psi and the wired Datalogger s transducer at 4000 psi The rating of the transducer is engraved on the transducer IMPORTANT The electrical cables of the two transducers are not compatible with the other NOTICE Do not store pressure probe with adapter fitting s attached Stored pressure can damage the transducer TX03045 1 21 10 Temperature Transducer The temperature transducer is built in to the Datalogger By holding down the DataLogger button temperature is displayed on the Pocket PC screen At the Heater Temperature screen holding the button updates the display and releasing the button logs the temperature as the current heater temperature Temperature Sensor To take temperature measurement hold the top of the DataLogger perpendicular to the heater surface Press and hold the switch and aim the laser beams at the heater surface When the two laser beams converge the proper measurement distance is attained Hold the switch until the temperature stabilize and release the switch to lock
39. ices to be found and then select it Select the corresponding DataLogger MDL3 and then tap Next Tap Next i Settings ao qf 2 55 Fa Settings ao qf 2 55 J l fl o Select a Bluetooth Device gt Q Enter Passkey 7 GO _ _ dS Select a device to connect with and tap 3 Enter a passkey to establish a secure Next a connection with MBL3 0002 D D MDL3 0002 32 se Oo o I I O a E ese OU 123 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 aiwle rit y ul caPia s da f a h i kits Shift z x e v binim gy 7 a a Cancel 5 Accept partnership and service Tap Yes to accept partnership i Settings 63 a d 2 56 j Settings a 2 56 5 7 xe Enter Passkey 7 Q Partnership Settings 7 Q Y St Enter a passkey to establish a secure 3 Display Name S N Select services to use from this device N m m 2 Serial Port D Bluetooth x 123 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 Tab a wje r t y ujijojejt 1 cAP a sjajft aln ilkjij j Shift z x c v b njm ai E E i Finish 6 Setup COM port Select MDL3 and tap COM Ports Tap on New Outgoing Port Settings 6 ao f 2 37 ok Settings 6 dr f 2 40 ok Bluetooth To connect to a device tap New Outgoing Port To allow other devices to connect tap New Incoming Port For other options tap and hold an existing port Bluetooth Tap New Partnership to scan for other Bluetooth devices Tap on a device to modify PHO337
40. ing the fusion process It communicates wirelessly with the Pocket PC uploading the data automatically when the fusion is complete The unit houses an infrared sensor two lasers the Log push button a battery pack and solid state electronics Lasers Two lasers mounted in the top of the unit are used to indicate the area being sensed by the temperature sensor To record the heater temperature point the top of the unit at the coated butt plate Pushing the Log button will turn on the lasers and the IR sensor will transmit its reading to the Pocket PC Do not look into the laser beams or point them at anyone Adjust the distance from the heater butt plate to the sensor until the points merge into one approximately 4 inches The sensor has an operating range from 250 to 550 deg The sensor is not calibrated for uncoated heaters Readings taken on uncoated heaters will not be correct Take the heater temperature with a pyrometer and type the reading into the Pocket PC manually Batteries The unit is powered by two D cell batteries When the lights dim or communication becomes erratic replace them Do not replace them during logging Changing the batteries will not affect data previously collected IR Sensor The infrared sensor is located in the center hole on top of the unit between the lasers Dirt or water in this hole will make the sensor read incorrectly Keep it clean with alcohol on a Qtip Transducer cord The coiled cord which connects th
41. int 774 2 Example 2 3 DL Job Joint 24 4 DL Job Joint 594 Append Notes PHO4520 2 2 1 11 the current view Settings File gt Print Setup Select a printer and a printer connection This command presents a Print Setup dialog box where you specify the printer and its connection File gt Print Many Print one or more joint reports A file dialog box will open and you may select one a few or all joint reports within a folder to be printed To select a group of joint reports in series click the first joint reports you want to print then hold down the Shift key and click the last joint report you want to print When you release the mouse button the select joint reports will be highlighted To select a group of joint reports while skipping others click on the first joint report you want to print then hold down the Ctrl key and click on the joint reports you want to print one ata time Release the Ctrl key only after the last report is selected Selected reports are highlighted Click Open to print the selected reports File gt Send Send email the joint report in the current view This command presents a mail window with the displayed joint report attached to it You may then fill out the To field Subject field etc and add text to the body of the message if you wish When you are finished you may click the Send button to send the message File gt Analyze An analyzer dialog box appears whic
42. machine are therefore not all inclusive You must satisfy yourself that a procedure tool work method or operating technique is safe for you and others You should also ensure that the machine will not be damaged or made unsafe by the method of operation or maintenance you choose TX02946 4 15 09 WRO005 1 1 1 30 92 WRO005 2 1 2 1 92 e al General Safety Safety is important Report anything unusual that you notice during set up or operation LISTEN for thumps bumps rattles squeals air leaks or unusual sounds SMELL odors like burning insulation hot metal burning rubber hot oil or natural gas FEEL any changes in the way the equipment operates SEE problems with wiring and cables hydraulic connections or other equipment REPORT anything you see feel smell or hear that is different from what you expect or that you think may be unsafe TX001 14 4 22 93 Wear Safety Equipment Wear a hard hat safety shoes safety glasses and other applicable personal protective equipment Remove jewelry and rings and do not wear loose itting clothing or long hair that could catch on controls or moving machinery TX00032 4 7 93 Equipment is Not Explosion Proof A DANGER Datalogger equipment is not explosion proof Operation of equipment in a hazardous environment may result in explosion and death Do not operate this equipment in a hazardous environment TX01395 6 12 97 SAFE 1 ST 12 22 92 WRO0053 1
43. n be entered with or without a connection to the DataLogger In the Log Status dialog box tap Setup to begin entering information for the next joint A series of dialog boxes will prompt you to enter the information one step at a time beginning with the Machine dialog box To enter new text or edit the Machine ID text field tap the keyboard icon at the bottom of the screen to bring up the on screen keyboard Tap in the field where new text is to be entered or change and tap in new text using the on screen keyboard The machine ID is a 20 character field that accepts alphabets and numeric characters When done tap the keyboard icon to remove the on screen keyboard To select a new machine model tap the down arrow icon and scroll to select a machine from the list Verify the total effective piston area for the machine selected Piston Area 6 010 C Sidewall Fusion Log Status bat 60 p Garon Model Piston Area 6 010 PHO449 1 2 17 11 PHO4493 2 17 11 PHO4494 2 17 11 i Setting up to Log a Joint cont d E McElroy DLS PPI Log Status bat 60 Tap Next gt gt to save changes and move on To discard the changes tap lt lt Back and go back to the Log Status dialog pp box Piston Area 6 010 C Sidewall Fusion i ss McElroy DL3PPC oF 2 2 48 The next dialog box prompts for operator information og Status bat 4024 Operator Both operator ID and Job number ar
44. nd bad fusion joints TX01396 6 12 97 WRO0078 4 8 93 WRO0030 2 10 93 WRO0079 2 7 96 Mo a Temperature The DataLogger Sensor Laser 2 Battery Laser 1 Compartment 2 D Cells The DataLogger is a self contained unit with its own processing power and sensor electronics While the Pocket PC it also has two LED s to provide status and a Multifunction Switch DataLogger communicates with the operator via a multifunction switch The wireless DataLogger has a yellow top and reads pressures up to 2000 psi The wired Datalogger has a green top and reads pressures up to 4000 psi Status LED s x Datalogger TX03043 1 21 10 Multifunction Switch 1 Turns on the Datalogger if it is off both LED s off Once turned on the Datalogger will remain on for 2 minutes if there is no communication activity Otherwise the DataLogger will stay on as long as there is communication between it and a PC Every time this switch is pressed it adds another 2 minutes to the on time Takes temperature reading if the DataLogger is on but not in data logging mode For as long as this switch is held the temperature will be displayed on the Pocket PC screen Stops logging if the DataLogger is in data logging mode This switch must be held for longer than 3 seconds to turn off logging Note the DataLogger turns itself off therefore it does not have an OFF switch TX02509 6 20 05 LED Indicators Blue L
45. nd down arrow keys to adjust the number asm br up or down owas lt Note it is important to check the clock often to make sure the time and date are set SE E correctly by tapping the time displayed at the top right hand corner The Time and Next Appointment dialog will show the current date and time Check to make sure it is set correctly If not follow the instructions above and the user manual to set the correct date and time McElroy DL3 PFPC ar 774 ime and Next Appointment z Friday January 26 2011 g 224 PM Q No upcoming appointments S TX02516 6 20 05 E A Starting the McElroy DL3 PPC Program To start the program for the first time tap Start gt Programs to reveal the program folder and then scroll down to find the McElroy DL3 PPC program PHO2924 3 1 1 05 Subsequently the program can be accessed in the Start Menu by tapping Start gt McElroy DL3 PPC E McElroy DL3 PRE fe File Explorer Ta Programs PHO4349 8 2 10 F Settings Program Menu and Icons Calendar Contacts The McElroy DL3 PPC program starts by displaying the DataLogger logo screen ra McElroy DLS PPC gw 2 31 Mi McELROY Tap Menu to reveal the menu items Ts Log Status opens the dialog for communicating with the DataLogger setting up joint pogen information for logging a fusion process and monitoring status PH04489 2 17 1 1 Open opens a joint report of a previously logged joint and dis
46. only updated when the Datalogger switch is held down Otherwise it displays If there is an error due to hardware failure or out of range readings the temperature field displays ERR Pressure reading is updated constantly as long as the DataLogger is connected If there is an error due to hardware failure or out of range readings the pressure field displays ERR If the D size batteries in the DataLogger are low the BAT indicator is displayed next to the pressure unit psi in this example It is best to change batteries at your earliest convenience Wireless To disconnect from the DataLogger tap Disconnect You may turn off the Pocket PC to conserve power The DataLogger will automatically turn off after 2 minutes of inactivity TX03046 2 17 11 Micelroy OLS PPl L Check DataLogger y Computer s Bluetooth radio is turned on Make sure DataLogger is fumed on and flashing blue and green LED s Low battery level on either handheld Bluetooth connectivity Eae Wireless Mi Elroy DI 3 ppe s 5 a 23T Log Status bat 80 0190 v1 7 2 c2011 01 03 Ready Tum on DataLogger Up and connect to check status McElroy DL3 PPL gat x Log Status bat 40 AC O745 v1 7 0 c2009 10 20 Ready Turn on DataLogger and connect to check status PHO24490 2 17 11 PHO4492 2 17 11 PHO4022 1 21 10 Setting up to Log a Joint Operator and Joint information ca
47. onstration Data used are fictitious and for demonstration purposes only 1 Date amp Time 2010 06 18 11 07 57 2 Joint Number 2 3 Job Number PO 1060 4 Employee ID Jake Elwood 5 Machine ID C1232345 6 Mach Model 618 MF dJ Peston Area 6 010 in2 8 Pipe Maternal PE 4710 9 Pipe Sze 18 IPS DR il Interfacial Pressures psi 12 Bead 75 13 Soak 0 14 Fuse 75 15 Cool or Recommended Gauge Pressures psi 18 Bead 1080 19 Soak 30 Pressure set incorrectly 20 Fuse 1080 21 Gool 1080 Recorded Data 23 Drag Pressure 30 psi i 24 DataLogger Probe 310 F Possible incorrect temperature mi of hie 26 0001 v1 7 2 c2010 06 15 en0 2 4 27 Notes N 36 10 0621 W93 35 0267 psi Front end Plot 100 search Possible incorrect shift sequence Seconds 40 80 120 160 200 240 600 400 200 Possible long Open Close time Seconds 5 10 15 20 25 30 psi Summary Plot 392 data points 600 Possible short cool time 400 Minutes 2 4 6 8 10 12 TX02523 8 23 1 1 NK Transferring Joint Reports to PC Joint Reports stored in the Pocket PC s memory should transferred to a Desktop PC for additional storage Joint Reports are transferred using Microsoft ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center for Recon 4 5 6 Transferring with Microsoft ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center for Recon 4 5 6 1 If not yet installed please install Microsoft ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center be
48. play it on the screen for viewing and printing Menu Gi Saa Print print the currently displayed joint report Optional printer required for this slants fea ture Open Print About McElroy DL3 Displays program copyright and version information Append Notes X i O Exit Close and exit DL3 PPC Program Always exit programs before inserting and Search Range g removing SD card Settings Keyboard reveals hides the on screen keyboard used for data entry About McElroy DL3 TX02518 6 20 05 Exit Log Status Open Print m 4 Append Notes About McElroy DL3 Keyboard 5 1 Viaye ol fl Use 2 The Log Status Dialog Box Tap the Log Status icon or menu item to open the Log Status dialog box This dialog box provides status information including Pocket PC battery level DataLogger battery status pressure transducer and temperature readings and logging status Turn on the DataLogger by pressing and releasing the multifunction switch on the unit once Note the DataLogger will turn off automatically when not active for over 2 minutes Inactivity means not communicating with the Pocket PC and not logging Wireless McElroy DL3 PPC 4 a 4 07 Exit Log Status dia Log Status bat 100 AC iai Pocket PC battery level m Pocket PC AC adapter battery oF psi charging or discharging Temperature reading Pressure reading Connect Disconnect f
49. range Calibrated Range 400 550 Degrees Fahrenheit Accuracy Calibrated to 5 F across calibrated range Probe will attempt to measure temperatures as low as 50 F and as high as 700 F but no guarantees are made concerning the accuracy outside of the calibrated range 10 samples per second Refer to manufacturer s manual Available online at http www mcelroy com fusion support downloads htm About this manual McElroy Manufacturing continually strives to give customers the best quality products available This manual is printed with materials made for durable applications and harsh environments This manual is waterproof tear resistant grease resistant abrasion resistant and the bonding quality of the printing ensures a readable durable product The material does not contain any cellulose based materials and does not contribute to the harvesting of our forests or ozone depleting constituents This manual can be safely disposed of in a landfill and will not leach into ground water TX001660 8 19 99 Mi McELROY The leader by design P O Box 580550 Tulsa Oklahoma 74158 0550 USA www imcelroy com
50. rom 0190 v1 7 2 k i c2011 01 03 DataLogger Bluetooth System status communication Ready or Logging auno Turn on DataLogger r ar Instructions and Setup ID and Setup and connect to EO parameters to check status pi log joint report E Wireless Tap the Connect button to initiate connection with the DataLogger A message box appears as a reminder to turn on the DataLogger before continuing Wired It is not necessary or an option to tap connect when COMI is selected To select a COM port see the section Setting up the Wired Serial Port in this manual The DataLogger must be on for a connection link to be established Wired se McElroy DL3 PPL en x Log Status bat 40 AC x 0745 vi 7 0 Greyed out inactive c2009 10 20 lor Wired Ready Turn on DataLogger and connect to check status PH04519 2 17 11 PH04021 1 21 10 HIDS The Log Status Dialog Box cont d After making sure the DataLogger is turned on by pressing and releasing the multifunction switch tap OK to connect Wireless Once connected the dialog box starts displaying pressure reading and the Datalogger name and firmware version number and the Connect button changes to Disconnect Wired Once connected the dialog box starts displaying pressure reading and the Datalogger name and firmware version number When COMI is selected the button is always inactive and reads COMI Temperature reading is
51. s a secondary temper A E Cour ature measuring device such as a pyrometer the reading from aa the device can be entered n the optional external temperature reading field McElroy DLS PPL Og 4 36 Log Status bat 20 AC The next dialog box prompts you to get ready to fuse the pipe gt x At this point the fusion machine should have pipe installed in it 2 faced off and heater installed and ready to fuse pipe Ready to Log Data __boaged 416 F If ready to proceed tap Start and wait for the DataLogger to Press Start to begin logging begin logging before initiating the fusion process pero olay ct eta sar TX03047 1 21 10 a iiie Logging the Fusion Process Alied oi Log Status bat 20 AC After tapping the Start button on the Pocket PC to log data the oF psi n Pocket PC transmit all the data entered to the DataLogger You F will see a screen such as ES g 0190 v1 7 2 x 2011 01 03 Ready Setting up to log McElroy DL 3 PPL ae Me dohi This screen and subsequent ones show the data blocks that are l ge po m Log Status bat 20 AC transmitted to the DataLogger Once the data is transmitted aa q the stopwatch appears at the bottom of the dialog box 7 3 When the stopwatch reaches 5 seconds you may proceed to close the carriage to move the pipes towards the heater plate The stopwatch will continue to count and the status updated The DataLogger will
52. the restore process The screen may turn dark for 15 seconds Watch the screen for progress The entire process takes about a few minutes At the end of a successful image restore the McElroy DataLogger screen is displayed TX028 16 2 25 1 1 McElroy DL3 PF 3 g7 3 46 M McELROY FA alajogger Menu 4 Ge GS PHO3366 10 24 06 PHO3363 10 24 06 Setting up the Bluetooth Radio 1 Go to the Today screen by tapping Start gt Today At the Today screen tap the Bluetooth icon Tap Bluetooth to turn it on Start eo q2 im Wireless Manager r f 249 X 6 Wednesday 2 45 PM RS 3 September 20 2006 xt xt N DN m B N o Oo mM mM 90 mM o o a Calendar Contacts Done Menu 2 Setup Bluetooth Make sure Bluetooth is On then tap Menu Tap Bluetooth Settings Wireless Manager r 2 49 X Wireless Manager r 2 49 X i Q Q x x N Q Ov Oo N mM mM mM mM o o E E Done Ea Menu Fal Ment 3 Select Bluetooth device Datalogger must be turned on for this step Tap Devices Turn on DataLogger and tap New Partnership Settings dr f 1 58 ok Settings eo f 2 53 ok Bluetooth Bluetooth Tap New Partnership to scan for other T W Turn on Bluetooth 2 Bluetooth devices Tap on a device to modify z L_ Make this device discoverable to other X its settings N deic E a2 o o a ne Setting up the Bluetooth Radio cont d 4 Wait for Bluetooth dev
53. ync or Mobile Device Center is installed on your Desktop or Notebook PC before proceeding This is a onetime only setup on the Desktop PC ActiveSync can be downloaded from http www microsoft com windowsmobile en us help synchronize device synch mspx With ActiveSync or Mobile Device Center installed follow these instructions to setup the Recon 1 Make sure the Recon is fully charged or have the AC adapter plugged in during the setup Turn on the Recon For brand new units from the factory follow the on screen setup instruction On the Password screen tap the on screen Skip button since password protection is not required NOTE If returning to factory default setting is desired hold the power button down for 5 seconds and on hearing the beep press both the OK and Windows 44 buttons simultaneously NOTICE this will erase all programs and data 2 Connect the USB cable between the PC and the Recon Wait for the PC to find the Recon hardware and allow time for the ActiveSync program to load 3 ActiveSync displays the Synchronization Setup Wizard Click Cancel For Mobile Device Center Windows Vista and Windows 7 select Connect without setting up your device in the Windows Mobile Device Center dialog window point at File Management and select Browse the contents of your device double click on the Tripod Data Systems Recon icon the double click on the My Documents folder icon Synchronization Setup Wizard Welcome to th
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