Eddyfi Technologies INUKTUN MINIMAG, User Manual

Page 1: ...2569 Kenworth Road Suite C Nanaimo BC V9T 3M4 CANADA 1 250 729 8080 info eddyfitechnologies com www eddyfitechnologies com INUKTUN MINIMAG ...

Page 2: ...y Equipment 5 Equipment Safety 5 Operational Safety 5 System Setup 6 Working Environment 6 System Power Line Voltage Set 7 Power Requirements 7 Generators Inverters 8 Video Hook Up 8 Winch Installation 8 Auxiliary Device 8 Vehicle Tether Connection 9 Magnet Removal Installation 10 Magnet Spacing 11 Peripheral Devices 12 Minitrac Mounting 13 Minitrac Control 13 Light Camera Installation 14 Payload ...

Page 3: ...18 Pre Operations Check 18 Post Operations Check 20 Power Up Sequence 20 Driving the Vehicle 21 Inspection Guidelines 21 Troubleshooting 22 Camera Control Problems 22 Video Problems 22 Vehicle Problems 23 Tether Re termination 24 Parts and Repairs 24 Ordering Parts Customer Service 24 Warranty Repairs 24 Factory Returns to Canada 25 Product System Drawing Package Availability 25 Limited Warranty P...

Page 4: ...ssarily replace specific regulations codes standards or requirements of others such as government regulations This manual copyright 2019 by Inuktun Services Ltd All rights reserved Description The Inuktun Minimag is a magnetic tracked crawler capable of driving vertically or horizontally inverted along ferrous iron based surfaces Additionally the magnet modules allow the vehicle to pull longer len...

Page 5: ...etic adherence in all situations should be performed prior to a full inspection run Safety Personal Safety Equipment Observe all safety regulations required by law in your place of work These typically include Traffic safety protocols Standard personal safety equipment including o Steel toed boots o Safety vests o Hard hats o Gloves Heavy lifting procedures Overhead lifting protocols Equipment Saf...

Page 6: ...u to fall Standing on the tether may also cause damage to the internal conductors and decrease the life of the protective jacket Caution High Temperature Both the integrated harness block and the Minitracs may become extremely hot during operation Always wear protective gloves when handling these parts of the vehicle after they have been in use Caution Intense Optical Radiation The 801 lights and ...

Page 7: ... of 0 C 50 C 32 F 122 F System storage temperatures are between 20 C 60 C 0 F 140 F System Power Line Voltage Set Power Requirements Line Voltage When installing the system in a new location always check the line voltage selection switch located next to the AC power cord on the controller This switch may be set for 110VAC or 220VAC power input and must match the line voltage of the power source In...

Page 8: ...o jack An RCA to BNC adapter has been supplied for this purpose Video from your Versatrax controller may be connected directly to the video input of a television or other recording device Please refer to your television or recording device owner s manual Winch Installation If your system includes an AC powered winch refer to the winch manual for installation instructions Auxiliary Device There is ...

Page 9: ...block 2 The other end of the tow cable clips to the Kellems grip strain relief Ensure the Kellems grip is adjusted properly to allow some tether slack as shown 3 Plug the connector all the way in It is important for the longevity of the connector that it be kept free of dirt have good o rings and be mated carefully 4 It is important to adjust the Kellems grip to allow slack in the tether connectio...

Page 10: ...that these modules remain on the vehicle to minimize handling and potential injury If they must be removed take the following precautions 1 Keep any sensitive electronic or magnetic devices away from the magnets 2 Work in an area away from all ferrous materials to minimize the risk of accidental magnetic adherence 3 Always store magnet modules away from each other and never bring them into contact...

Page 11: ...ver the top magnet module with foam wood or some other non ferrous material at least 50mm 2in thick is required 3 Remove the 4x M6X30 FHMS from the bottom magnet module MAKE SURE TO HOLD THE MODULE INTO POSITION SO IT DOESN T JUMP ONTO THE OTHER MODULE 4 Very carefully slide the loose module down and away from the still attached module and store in a safe place 5 The remaining module may now be re...

Page 12: ...ent screws 4x M8 HEX BOLTS by a half turn at a time in a star pattern across the four corners 3 Once the desired height is reached re tighten the magnet height adjustment locking screws FIGURE 4 MAGNET SPACING ADJUSTMENT If the vehicle is being driven inside a pipe the magnets should be lowered to account for the specific pipe diameter All situations are unique and thorough testing should be done ...

Page 13: ...net modules must first be removed see Magnet Removal Installation Once the magnets are removed the tracks can be dis mounted by removing 6x 20 SHCS from the inner mounting rails Pull the tracks free and disconnect the track connectors FIGURE 5 MINITRAC MOUNTING Installation of the Minitracs is opposite of removal make sure to grease the male connector with silicone lubricant Minitrac Control REMOV...

Page 14: ... cause the Minitracs to quickly descend a vertical surface The Minimag vehicle can be parked on a vertical surface by orientating the tracks sideways instead of up down Warning The Minitracs on the vehicle may back drive and creep downwards while operating on a vertical surface Light Camera Installation The vehicle comes with two 101 flood lights and the option for an Spectrum 90 camera mounted in...

Page 15: ...vided to support the optional forward facing Crystal Cam The connector whip labelled CC Video Adaptor must be installed in line with the camera whip for the forward facing Crystal Cam to work FIGURE 7 CRYSTAL CAM MOUNTS The main chassis plate has locations on the front and back for optional Crystal Cam To mount and adjust the cameras do the following 1 Install the camera mount onto the chassis pla...

Page 16: ...e vehicle tries to pivot away from the wall and the magnets resist this moment When the maximum payload moment is exceeded the vehicle may fall off the driving surface during operation The payload moment may be calculated as follows 𝑀 𝑊 𝐷 4 5kgf m 400lbf in Where W is the weight of the payload and D is the distance of the centre of gravity of the payload from the driving surface Note that the chas...

Page 17: ...on electrical extension cord Never allow vehicles trucks cars etc to drive over the tether This will do concentrated immediate and permanent damage Set up cones or blockades to keep vehicles away Do not bend the tether beyond its minimum bend diameter If the tether has difficulty bending you have bent it too far If the tether is bent beyond its minimum diameter on pulleys or around corners wire fa...

Page 18: ...ng and burn out Use locking collars where available In general locking collars need only be screwed on finger tight In general all connectors on the vehicle are wet pluggable Install dummy plugs on unused connectors Regularly apply silicone grease to the connectors to keep them from seizing Never use WD 40 or similar solvent based fluids as this can cause serious damage to connectors Shipping The ...

Page 19: ...t is free of debris and turns freely Check the tether and vehicle whips for damage Ensure camera light and laser ports are clean Check the reel for the following Check that nothing will block movement of the level wind shuttle Check that the tether has no loose dangling coils Dangling coils can propagate as the drum rotates and have the potential to jump the drum Take care of these before deployin...

Page 20: ...he worksite Store the system in a dry environment Note Ensuring the Minimag system is always stored in good working condition will minimize deployment time for future inspections Caution Use regular water line pressure to rinse Do not use a pressure washer The high pressure water jet can push past the seals Power Up Sequence Make sure all the equipment is properly connected before powering up Once...

Page 21: ...his may result in increased possibility of the vehicle pulling away from the wall Always try to minimize the above risks to avoid system damage Warning Fall arrest system should be used during vertical or inverted horizontal operation Inspection Guidelines The objective of an inspection is to obtain a recording of video and other data for review by the customer or pipe owner If a recording is lost...

Page 22: ...y slowly Check the tilt speed in the camera control window Refer to the ICON user interface manual Video Problems 1 No video black or blue background Interface box is not turned on Video cables are not hooked up between interface box and computer Camera connector on vehicle is loose turn power off first before plugging in camera Check monitor input settings Vehicle power is not on Check for proble...

Page 23: ...ether resistance is set incorrectly Refer to crawler configuration menu to set track type and tether resistance 5 Tracks run out of control or speed up when under load Tether resistance is set incorrectly Refer to crawler configuration menu to set track type and tether resistance 6 Tracks will not run Check the current meters If current is at 100 then the tracks may be stalled They could be wedged...

Page 24: ...al office When ordering parts always make sure to quote the sales order acknowledgement SOA number and or the serial number of the system component in question Inuktun Services Ltd Canadian Headquarters and Manufacturing Location 2569 Kenworth Road Suite C Nanaimo BC V9T 3M4 CANADA TF 1 877 468 5886 T 1 250 729 8080 info eddyfi com www eddyfitechnologies com Eddyfi Technologies US American Authori...

Page 25: ...correct paperwork is completed If cross border shipments are not labelled as per the instructions the items may be held by customs and issued additional fees All returned items must be sent prepaid unless other specific arrangements have been made When the product or system is being shipped anywhere by courier or shipping company it must be packaged in the original packaging it was received in Thi...

Page 26: ...mproperly wired AC receptacles 5 Track belts tethers view ports and other components subject to wear through abrasion are warranted to be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of ninety 90 days from the date of shipment to the original purchaser 6 Any damage caused by failure to observe proper packing or to observe instructions for operation and maintenance as contained in the...