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OPERA TING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL 880 SERIES MODEL 880 SERIES MODEL SERIES SOURCE PROJECTOR 1 5 0Ci 1 3 0Ci 880 SERIES MODEL 50 C i.
DANGER - IMPORT ANT WARNINGS i The system must be operated only by trained and qualified radiographers who have read and understand this Operating Manual or by trained assistants working under their direct supervision.
CONTENTS ii 1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 1 .1 - 1 .6 2 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 2 .1 - 2 .11 3 DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS 3 .1 - 3 .9 4 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 .1 - 4 .1 6 5 SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS 5 .1 - 5 .1 2 6 DEFINITIONS AND TERMS 6 .
iii 1 3 .3in 338mm 7.5in 191mm 9i n 229mm 880 Delta 150Ci (5.55TBq) Maximum package weight With jacket 52lb (2 4 kg) Without jacket 46lb (2 1 kg) 880 Elite 50Ci (1.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 1 .1 Titanium ‘S’ tube Source assembly Plunger lock Locking mechanism Remote control connector Outlet port Guide tube connector Depleted Uranium shield Welded shield cont.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 1 .2 Applications The Model 880 devices are used for industrial applications of gamma radiography , mainly with Iridium-192, to inspect materials and structures in the density range of approximately 2.71g/cm 3 through 8.53g/cm 3 .
1 .3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS Source output At 1m per Ci (37GBq) At 1ft per Ci (37GBq) Ytterbium-169 0.125R/hr 1.25mSv/hr 1.3R/hr/Ci 13.0mSv/hr Selenium-75 0.203R/hr 2.03mSv/hr 2.2R/hr/Ci 22.0mSv/hr Iridium-192 0.48R/hr 4.80mSv/hr 5.2R/hr/Ci 52.0mSv/hr Cobalt-60 1.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 1 .4 Control specifications Complete remote control assemblies Product code Model number Control cable length Unit weight T AN66425 664/25 25ft (7.6m) 21lb (10kg) T AN66435 664/35 35ft (10.7m) 24lb (11kg) T AN66450 664/50 50ft (15.
1 .5 TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS W eight of exposure device Delta 52lb (2 4 kg), Sigma 52lb (2 4 kg) Elite 42lb (19kg). W eight of depleted Uranium shield Delta 34lb (15.4kg), Sigma 34lb (15.4kg) Elite 25lb (11.4kg). Activity of depleted Uranium shield Delta 5.
TECHNICAL SPECIFICA TIONS 1 .6 Prior to the initial use of the exposure device as a shipping container , the user must register with the T ransportation Certification Branch, Office of Nuclear Safety and Security , U.
2 .1 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS QCP385 issue 2 Job site safety precautions Instruments The radiographer and his assistant must at all times wear a film badge or TLD and pocket dosimeter with a range of 0-200mRem (0-2mSv). Regulatory requirements in the USA also require that an audible alarm ratemeter be worn at temporary jobsites.
OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 2 .2 STEP 1 STEP 2 It is essential that the 5 STEPS set out below are followed in the correct order to ensure safe operation and compliance with regulations.
2 .3 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 2 1 2 4 3 Connecting the source guide tube(s) Simultaneously pull and rotate the spring-loaded outlet port cover a quarter of a turn in a clockwise direction. Insert the bayonet fitting of the source guide tube into the exposed outlet port.
STEP 3 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 2 .4 STEP 2 WARNING Ensure that the available length of the control cable is greater than the total length of the source guide tubes.
2 .5 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 3 1 2 3 Connecting the remote control cable Unlock the plunger lock with the key . T urn the selector ring from L OCK to CONNECT .
STEP 3 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 2 .6 4 5 6 7 Connecting the remote control cable Insert the protective cover into the lock housing during use of the device. Check the control cable and source assembly connectors using the NO GO gauge according to the daily inspection section.
2 .7 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS STEP 3 8 9 Connecting the remote control cable Close the jaws of the control cable connector over the joined connectors. Slide the remote control connector assembly collar over the connector jaws.
OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 2 .8 STEP 4 1 2 4 3 Projecting and retracting the source assembly Unlocking If engaged, unlock the exposure device's plunger lock with the key . Rotate the selector ring to the OPERA TE position. Ensure there is no tension/force in either direction on the control cable.
STEP 4 2 .9 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Projecting Rapidly rotate the control crank handle in the EXPOSE direction (counter -clockwise) to move the source assembly out of the exposure device to the radiographic focal position. The control crank handle will stop turning when the source reaches the source stop.
STEP 4 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS 2 .10 Retracting At the end of the required exposure time, set the brake to OFF and rapidly turn the crank handle in the RETRACT (clockwise) direction until it no longer moves. Y ou may hear the lock slide ‘click’ back into its original position depending on the ambient noise level at the job site.
STEP 5 2 .11 OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Dismantling equipment Remote control unit Unlock the exposure device and then rotate the selector ring from L OCK to CONNECT . The remote control connector will partially disengage from the exposure device's locking mechanism.
3 .1 DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS Introduction The AEA T echnology QSA, Inc. Model 880 Delta, Sigma and Elite radiographic exposure devices provide innovation to the most widely used family of radiographic exposure devices utilized for on-site gamma radiography .
DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS 3 .2 Sealed source Flexible leader Stop ball Source assembly connector Control cable connector Control cable Figure 3.1 Source assembly and remote control cable connecto.
3 .3 DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 3.2 Source assembly in fully shielded position of radiographic exposure device Sealed source Source assembly Shield Exposure device Locking mechanism Outlet .
DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS 3 .4 Figure 3.3 Sealed source in transit mode Sealed source Source assembly Shield Exposure device Locking mechanism Outlet port Source guide tubes Control cable Remote control crank Second, during termination of a radiographic exposure, the remote controls are used to retract the source back into the exposure device.
3 .5 DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS Figure 3.4 Sealed source in the exposure mode Sealed source Source assembly Shield Exposure device Locking mechanism Outlet port Source guide tubes Control cable Re.
DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS 3 .6 Daily inspection of the system A daily inspection of the gamma radiography system for obvious defects is essential.
3 .7 DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS 2 Inspect each length of source guide tube that will be used for cuts, inward dents and heat damage. The inspection is primarily a visual one, but it should include the radiographer using his hands to feel for the inward dents.
DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS 3 .8 1 Remote control inspection: Uncoil the remote controls at the site. Inspect the control crank to assure all screws are present and tightened and that the crank handle is properly secured. If the control crank is equipped with an odometer , zero the odometer while the control cable is fully retracted.
3 .9 DAIL Y INSPECTION INSTRUCTIONS Ball diameter 1 2 Ball shank 3 Female slot width Connector 4 gap width Check for freedom of movement of the control cable within the remote controls by moving the control crank handle back and forth approximately one-quarter turn.
4 .1 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS QCP38 6 issue 2 Quarterly (routine) and annual (complete) maintenance requirements Radiographic exposure devices and associated equipment must be maintained regularly by trained and qualified personnel to ensure consistent and safe operation of the radiographic system.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 .2 maintenance, the exposure device must be withdrawn from service until repairs are accomplished and the results of subsequent operational tests and inspection are satisfactory .
4 .3 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Annual maintenance requirements Radiographic exposure devices used under normal environmental conditions should only require complete maintenance once a year .
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 .4 2 Prepare a Model 518 wipe test swab according to the instruction sheet. Fill in all required information for the on the leak test form. Omission of the isotope, source model and serial number , etc. will delay processing of the wipe test.
4 .5 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Annual maintenance for the Model 880 Delta, Model 880 Sigma and Model 880 Elite exposure devices T ools required for Model 880 complete maintenance G 5 / 32 in Allen wrench for the 10-32 socket head lock mount and selector -ring screws.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 .6 Model 880 Delta, Model 880 Sigma and Model 880 Elite annual maintenance requirements Model 880 Delta, Sigma and Elite exposure devices must receive inspection and maintenance at least once a year .
4 .7 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 5 Begin assembly of the locking mechanism by lightly coating all components with MIL -G-23827B or C, MIL -PRF -23827C grease.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 .8 Rotate the selector mechanism back to the OPERA TE position and push in the lock slide to ensure smooth operation and positive engagement. Attempt to push the lock slide towards the SECURED position to test for a positive engagement of the lock slide.
4 .9 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Install new compression springs and assemble the outlet port mechanism. Apply Vibratite™ thread sealant to the socket head cap screws before tightening.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4. 10 Annual maintenance for the remote controls T ools required for complete maintenance of Models 692, 693, 664 remote controls, compatible with Models 880, 660 and 460 exposure devices: G 11 / 16 in open-end wrench for the control conduit swage fittings.
4 .11 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 7 Perform the following inspections of the control cable. Use the Model 550 NO GO gauge to inspect the control cable connector for wear . Closely inspect the connector for bends or cracks in the neck (shank) area and dented areas on the ball of the connector .
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 .12 Clean the interior of both remote control conduits by pouring 4-5oz (100ml) of clean solvent into one end. Use compressed air to blow the solvent through the entire length of conduits into a clean white cloth attached to the opposite end.
4 .13 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Place the drive wheel in the lower half of the control crank housing making sure the spacer rings are between it and the wheel bearings if applicable. Assemble the two brake jaws, brake bearing and brake arm. The angled sides of the brake jaws should be facing the retract side of the control crank housing.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 .14 Quarterly and annual maintenance for source guide tubes T ools required for maintenance of source guide tubes: G A424-9XL mock source assembly to perform function tests after cleaning and inspection. G Length of clean control cable to push A424-9 XL through a 7ft (2.
4 .15 MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS Misconnect test after reloading sealed source into the exposure device After performing the annual maintenance, the complete locking system should be tested by the maintenance program administrator or Radiation Safety Officer .
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 4 .16 Model 880 Delta, Model 880 Sigma and Model 880 Elite safety class A components Safety Class A designation items Items that comprise the Model 880 Delta, Sigma or Elite radiographic exposure device and associated equipment that are critical for safe radiological operation are classified as Class A items or components.
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS REAR PLA TE ASSEMBL Y.
2 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 17 18 15 16 19 20 DOUBLE ST ACKED APPL Y THREAD L OCK APPL Y THREAD L OCK REAR PLA TE ASSEMBL Y ITEM P ART NUMBER QTY .
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS FRONT PLA TE ASSEMBL Y.
2 3 4 6 11 12 13 1 9 10 6 5 7 8 EQUAL PROTRUSION APPL Y THREAD L OCK APPL Y THREAD L OCK FRONT PLA TE ASSEMBL Y ITEM P ART NUMBER QTY . DESCRIPTION 1 88033 1 PORT COVER (SET SCREW TYPE) 88033A 1 PORT .
MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS CONTROL ASSEMBLIES SOURCE GUIDE TUBES.
3 1 2 4 5 11 12 13 14 7 15 20 22 25 11 8 21 18 19 6 7 9 23 24 10 16 19 18 17 CONTROL ASSEMBLIES ITEM P ART NUMBER QTY . DESCRIPTION 1 SCR125 4 1 5 / 8 in BIND HEAD SCREW 2 SCR008 4 1 1 / 4 in BIND HEA.
1 2 22 26 22 27 29 28.
5 .1 SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS The sample transportation regulations in section 5 are specific to the USA only . As stated in section 5.1 you should reference all international and local regulations before shipping.
SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS 5 .2 P art A - T ransport package The Model 880 Delta, Model 880 Sigma and Model 880 Elite are approved as radiographic exposure devices and T ype B(U) transport packages under the certification number USA/9269/B(U)- XX (for XX enter either 85 or 96 according to the package certification).
5 .3 SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS 3c If the source is not Special Form, you must make a contamination wipe test of the exterior surface of the package. Wipe a representative surface of the package, covering an area of approximately 300cm 2 , using a cloth patch and moderate pressure.
SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS 5 .4 3 Prior to shipment assure the package and its contents meet the following requirements: G The contents are authorized for use in the package. G The package is in good physical condition for transport. G All locks or required shipping plugs are properly installed and seal wired where required.
5 .5 SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS 8 Properly complete two shipping labels indicating the contents (Iridium-192, Cobalt-60, etc.), the activity of the source (in Becquerels or multiples of Becquerels, e.g. GigaBecquerels (GBq)) and the transport index.
SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS 5 .6 j Shipper's certification: ‘This is to certify that the above named materials are properly classified, described, packaged, marked and labeled and are in proper condition for transport according to the applicable regulations of the Department of T ransportation.
5 .7 SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS P art D - Shipment of empty Uranium shielded containers 1 Assure that the package does not contain a radioactive source.
SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS 5 .8 ‘This Package Conforms to the Conditions and Limitations Specified in 49CFR173.426 for Radioactive Material, Excepted Packages - Articles Manufactured F rom Depleted Uranium, UN2909.’ ii. Y our company's 24-hour emergency phone number .
5 .9 SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS iv . Activity of the uranium in Becquerels or other appropriate multiples of Becquerels. NOTE: Number of Ci x 37 = number of GigaBecquerels (GBq). The activity in millicuries for U-238 equals 0.16 x the shield weight in pounds (i.
SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS 5 .10 viii. The 24-hour emergency number required by Step 6bx of this part, must appear in the ‘ Additional Handling Information’ section of the Declaration for Dangerous Goods.
5 .11 SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS a Air waybill number: Enter the number of the air waybill to which the declaration form will be attached. (This may be amended by the Carrier .) b Airport of departure: Enter the full name of the airport of city of departure, which may be amended by the carrier .
SAMPLE TRANSPORT A TION INSTRUCTIONS 5 .12 Radioactive material transport checklist Date __________________________________ Operator ____________________________________ Destination __________________.
6 .1 DEFINITIONS AND TERMS Area alarm An area radiation level monitor that provides a highly visual warning when the radiation level exceeds a pre-set threshold.
DEFINITIONS AND TERMS 6 .2 Exposure device (container) Radiographic exposure devices are used to remotely project the radiation source to a predetermined exposure position when required and to securely maintain it and shield it when it is not in use.
6 .3 DEFINITIONS AND TERMS Secured position (shielded position) Condition of the radiographic exposure device and source assembly , when the sealed source is fully shielded and restricted to this position within the radiographic exposure device.
7 .1 EMERGENCIES AND PERSONNEL SAFETY Emergencies During the termination of a radiographic exposure, observation of the survey meter provides an indication of source movement while cranking the remote control handle.
EMERGENCIES AND PERSONNEL SAFETY 7 .2 Access to restricted areas The site where radiography is performed must be separated from other work areas by as much distance as possible. If applicable, check for occupation of the areas above and below the radiography site.
8 .1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR DISPOSAL By international regulations, radioactive materials that are no longer required must be transferred to a licensed recipient for final disposition.
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