Bullard T4MAXISE Thermal Imager User Manual www.bullard.com
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1. aa Bullard Bullard T4MAXISE Thermal Imager User Manual Congratulations Congratulations on the purchase of your ATEX compliant Bullard T4MAXISE Thermal Imager The Bullard T4MAXISE combines advanced thermal imaging technology with our expertise in high heat impact resistant engineered polymers to bring you the most durable thermal imager on the market The T4MAXISE s innovative compact design and logical easy to use interface presents a truly personalized thermal imaging tool to today s firefighters The benefits of using thermal imaging technology as a firefighting tool encompass nearly every aspect of a firefighter s job Thermal imaging is not however a technology designed to replace current firefighting tactics Rather it is a tool that allows the firefighter to be more effective and make better decisions Some of the many uses for your Bullard TAMAXISE Thermal Imager include e Search and rescue e Scene assessment e Locating the seat of the fire e Determining the spread of the fire e Locating hot spots e Identifying potential flashover situations e Determining ventilation points e Determining entry and exit points e Overhaul e Hazmat e Wildland firefighting e Incident investigation e Training NOTE To ensure that we are able to reach you with any product or software updates please fill out the warranty card enclosed with your Bullard TAMAXISE Thermal Imager A WARNING Read all instructions a2. being viewed and its emissivity which is the object s ability to radiate heat Units are calibrated with a preset emissivity corresponding with normal construction materials Objects with emissivities that vary greatly from this such as metals and shiny objects will reduce the accuracy of the temperature indication Additionally temperature measurement accuracy decreases as the distance from the object in the crosshairs increases NOTE The RHI and numeric temperature indicator provide a quick reference to compare objects of similar emissivities to serve as a guide to pinpoint intense heat sources Due to the inherent issues with accuracy use this feature with caution and verify indicated heat levels through traditional means whenever possible Super Red Hot Feature The T4MAXISE features Super Red Hot high heat colorization With the Super Red Hot feature heat levels are identified by various color hues Starting at 500 degrees heated objects are tinted yellow and gradually transition to orange and then solid red as heat levels rise The Super Red Hot feature identifies specific heat layers alerting firefighters to areas of intense heat This feature provides an enhanced visual awareness of the hottest objects in a scene Electronic Thermal Throttle The T4MAXISE incorporates a highly useful and unique feature the Electronic Thermal Throttle The Thermal Throttle is ideal for pinpointing hot spots during overhaul searching for ov
3. or Digital Zoom will not engage Power Button Foon Button Figure 2 Digital Zoom Feature The T4MAXISE enables magnification of far away scenes at both 2x and 4x zoom With one push of the blue auxiliary button the 2x zoom Is enabled Figure 2 A second push of the button activates the 4x zoom A third push of the button disables the zoom function A 2X or 4X will display in blue corresponding to the zoom level shown on the center left portion of the display when the zoom feature is activated The Digital Zoom feature also works seamlessly with Electronic Thermal Throttle and Super Red Hot NOTE The T4MAXISE Thermal Imager takes approximately eight seconds to calibrate from initial startup During this short startup period the Electronic Thermal Throttle or Digital Zoom will not engage Figure 3 Using the Battery Charger The battery should be charged in the battery charger using either the AC or DC adapter provided Figure 3 To charge a battery insert it into the charger so that the metal contacts on the battery are aligned with the metal contacts in the charger A red light will illuminate on the charger to indicate that the battery is charging When the light on the charger turns to green the battery is fully charged You may leave the battery in the charger indefinitely as the battery will not overcharge and the charger will initiate a trickle charge to maintain the battery s charge For max
4. C Directive on Equipment and Protective Systems Intended for use in Potentially Explosive Atmospheres Test records are on file at Bullard s headquarters Cynthiana KY USA Product Description Battery powered handheld LWIR thermal imager This apparatus has been designed and constructed for operation in Category 3 Zone 2 areas in accordance with the principles of good engineering practice Signed Europe Bullard GmbH Lilienthalstrasse 12 53424 Remagen Germany Tel 49 2642 999980 Fax 49 2642 9999829 Americas Bullard 1898 Safety Way Cynthiana KY 41031 9303 e USA Toll free within USA 877 BULLARD 285 5273 Tel 1 859 234 6616 Fax 1 859 234 8987 Lincoln J Dreher Director of Product Development Date 27 July 12 Asia Pacific Bullard Asia Pacific Pte Ltd LHK Building 701 Sims Drive 04 03 Singapore 387383 Tel 65 6745 0556 Fax 65 6745 5176 ISO 9001 certified 2012 Bullard All rights reserved Electronic Thermal Throttle is a registered trademark of Bullard 6050059994A 0712
5. D ring on your turnout gear or SCBA and to a D ring on the thermal imager A quick release buckle serves as a safety release mechanism in case the thermal imager ever becomes lodged inhibiting movement Simply depress the buckle and the thermal imager releases from the strap m g H y if E Care Instructions The Bullard TAMAXISE Thermal Imager requires little maintenance For best results after each use e Clean the outside of the unit with mild soap or detergent e Wipe the lens with a soft cloth e Clean the display with a soft cloth e Check screw tightness on side straps cover display and accessory contact cover e Store your thermal imager in the optional truck mount or in the delivery case provided All thermal imagers should be maintained using a proper program Figure 7 Cleaning the Lens The Bullard TAMAXISE lens is recessed in an impact resistant bezel The lens can be cleaned with a soft cloth and soapy water as required Replacing the Video Display Cover Window The display cover Figure 8 has a scratch resistant hard coating to minimize marring However if heavy scratching or gouging does occur the cover window can be replaced To do this simply remove the six screws along the top bottom and sides of the window Remove the plastic display cover window and replace with a new one part number TAWINDOW making sure that the countersink slots around the mounting holes are facing outward Do not o
6. ard be responsible for damages loss of use or other indirect incidental consequential or special costs expenses or damages incurred by the purchaser notwithstanding that Bullard has been advised of the possibility of such damages Any implied warranties including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose are limited in duration to two 2 years from the date of manufacture of this Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state For accessories upgrades and replacement parts visit www bullard com or contact your local Bullard distributor DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Manufacturer E D Bullard Co 1898 Safety Way Cynthiana KY 41031 USA Hereby declare that the product T4Max Thermal Imager Model Number T4MAXISE With equipment marking V 13G Exic IIB T3 Gc Authorized Representative in the European Community Bullard GmBH Lilienthalstrasse 12 53424 Remagen Germany to which this declaration refers conforms to the relevant requirement from the following standards E60079 11 Title 47 CFR Part 15 Subpart B 2011 EN55022 2008 according to the essential protection requirements and other provisions of Directive 94 9 E
7. erheated electrical equipment or clarifying objects in ambient temperature situations To activate the Thermal Throttle option locate the two black buttons on the top of the TAMAXISE Figure 1 Press the down button the button closer to the front of the imager to activate the Thermal Throttle The Electronic Thermal Throttle will automatically sense the hottest area in the scene and color it blue Continuing to press the down button or holding it down will further engage the Thermal Throttle and will color more of the scene blue eventually coloring even the coolest objects blue NOTE As the throttle engages more of the scene the blue will become lighter in hue to help differentiate objects in the scene As you cycle through the scene you ll see the symbol TT and a corresponding number in the center left portion of the display The TT indicates Thermal Throttle mode The number 0 100 is a point of reference to indicate the level of Thermal Throttle engagement by itself it has no specific meaning To lessen the amount of blue in the scene press or hold the up button Alternatively pressing both buttons simultaneously for one second will deactivate the Thermal Throttle A brief pressing of the power button deactivates Electronic Thermal Throttle NOTE 0 The T4MAXISE Thermal Imager takes approximately eight seconds to calibarate from initial startup During this short startup period the Electronic Thermal Throttle
8. ermal imager Do not attempt to disassemble the Bullard T4MAXISE Thermal Imager If the unit is not functioning promptly return it to Bullard for evaluation Disassembling the unit voids all warranties Do not attempt to remove the lens gasket or the rear boot These parts provide sealing and removal will break the seal exposing the unit to potential water damage Failure to follow these instructions could result in death serious injury and or product damage Thermal Imaging is not a technology designed to replace current fire fighting tactics Rather it is a tool that allows the firefighter to be more effective and to make better decisions Firefighters cannot stop using basic firefighter safety tactics All firefighters should receive proper training on how thermal imagers work the uses and limitations of thermal imagers image interpretation and the safety considerations for thermal imaging use www bullard com aSullard Warranty Bullard warrants to the original purchaser that the Bullard T4MAXISE and all features accessories installed in the unit are free of defects in materials and workmanship under intended use and service for a period of two 2 years from date of manufacture Bullarc s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing at Bullard s option articles that are returned within the warranty period and that after examination are shown to Bullard s satisfaction to be defective subject to t
9. es The standard mode referred to as high sensitivity mode is the mode that is displayed when the unit is operating in normal or moderate temperature environments When the TAMAXISE displays hot scenes typically fire scenes it will switch to the low sensitivity mode This mode allows the unit to display a wider range of temperature but at lower sensitivity within the scene In this mode certain details may be harder to distinguish Operation Upon power on the unit will display a grayscale thermal image The battery indicator on the bottom center of the display indicates remaining battery life The battery indicator sections will deplete from left to right as the battery drains When only one section in the indicator remains the TAMAXISE has approximately 30 minutes of battery life remaining At 5 minutes remaining the indicator will flash Relative Heat Indicator RHI The T4MAXISE is equipped with temperature measurement capability in Basic Mode The right side of the display will show a bar graph or Relative Heat Indicator RHI as well as a numeric readout The RHI will indicate the approximate temperature of the object viewed within the temperature measurement zone icon the green square in the middle of the display Additionally a numeric temperature indicator below the RHI bar will display the approximate temperature in a numeric value The accuracy of the indicators is dependent on numerous factors including the distance from the object
10. he following limitations a Article must be returned to Bullard with shipping charges prepaid b Article must not be altered from its original configuration c Article must not have been misused abused or damaged in transport d Maintenance and field replaceable items if defective are covered under warranty for a ninety 90 day period These items include e Straps e Display covers e Warranty period for batteries is 1 year from manufacturing date indicated on battery Review the user manuals for Bullard accessories to obtain warranty information specific to those accessories Since some accessories clo not have user manuals contact Bullard if you are unsure about the warranty for a particular product or accessory Bullard provides a limited lifetime warranty on the T4MAXISE outer shell This warrants that the outer shell is free of defects in materials and workmanship under intended use and service for the original purchaser Bullard s obligation under this warranty is limited to repairing or replacing at Bullard s option articles that after examination are shown to Bullard s satisfaction to be defective subject to the following limitations L Article must not be altered from its original configuration 2 Article must not have been misused abused or damaged in transport 3 When the outer shell is obsolete and Bullard no longer stocks the part the limited lifetime warranty will be terminated Inno event shall Bull
11. imum battery life and performance you should remove the battery from the charger and discharge it completely on a monthly basis EXPLOSION HAZARD e Only use Bullard battery part number NFPANIMH Substitution of any other battery pack may impair suitability for Zone 2 Do not charge battery packs in hazardous locations Only charge using Bullard Desktop or Powerhouse battery pack chargers Do not insert or remove the battery pack unless the area is known to be free of ignitable concentrations 1 NOTE Tf you do not see the red LED illuminate when you place a battery into the charger the battery is not charging Loading Unloading the Battery Loading and unloading the battery on the Bullard TAMAXISE is straightforward Figure 4 To install a battery ensure the release buttons are unlocked and slide the battery into the groove on the bottom of the unit until an audible click is heard and the battery is firmly seated To remove a battery _ depress both battery release buttons simultaneously and S slide the battery out of the unit Since it can only be loaded one way the battery is easily replaced in the dark WARNING Lock the battery release buttons before placing the imager in service The imager shall not be used in a hazardous location with the release buttons unlocked Battery Locking Buttons Do not allow the metal contacts on the label side of the battery to come in contact with a conductive surface such as a
12. metal table or another battery This can complete the battery circuit and cause the battery to overheat or melt Failure to observe this warning may result in permanent battery damage property damage and or serious injury www bullard com Bullard T4MAXISE Thermal Imager User Manual NOTE Fully charged NiMH batteries will provide a run time of more than three hours This run time will be less in extreme heat or extreme cold conditions and or if a transmitter or SceneCatcher DVR is in use To extend the potential lifespan of your batteries fully drain and recharge each battery monthly To help extend the life of the rechargeable batteries and prevent unexpected instances of uncharged batteries develop a clear formalized plan for maintaining charging and replacing your batteries Additionally as with all batteries your Bullard rechargeable battery will experience a slow drain of its charge during storage The amount of drain varies widely based on storage conditions For best performance charge each of your batteries every two weeks Removing Installing the Accessory Contact Cover To remove the accessory contact cover loosen the screw with a Phillips screwdriver and remove the cover Figure 5 To reattach the accessory cover position the cover on the T4IMAXISE and tighten the screw EXPLOSION HAZARD Do not remove accessory contact cover in hazardous locations Accessory contacts only for use with Bullard TacPort Sce
13. nd warnings before using this product Your thermal imager is like any other tool It must be used properly and safely All users should be trained on the proper and safe use of thermal imaging prior to using the T4MAXISE Thermal Imager This is especially important for users who may use the T4MAXISE Thermal Imager in hazardous or IDLH Immediately Dangerous to Life and Health environments Failure to follow this information could result in death or serious injury Bullard T4MAXISE Thermal Throttle Rear Boot LCD Screen Lens Bezel Zoom Button Lens Battery Figure 1 www bullard com aSullard Use and Operation This apparatus is suitable for use in Class I Zone 2 Group IIC or unclassified or nonhazardous locations Power To turn on your Bullard T4MAXISE Thermal Imager depress and release the large red power button under the LCD display Figure 2 Upon pressing the power button the thermal imager will display the Bullard logo and initiate a calibration sequence The thermal image will appear within four seconds To turn off power depress and hold the power button for three seconds and release T NOTE You will periodically observe a momentary freeze in the image This is normal and is a function of the self calibration shutter The shutter will activate every 30 seconds to three minutes depending on the environment Low Sensitivity Mode To maximize image performance the T4MAXISE utilizes two mod
14. neCatcher and Bullard Transmitter Systems in non hazardous locations The TAMAXISE thermal imager is extremely sensitive to intense radiant heat sources Never point the T4MAXISE at the sun or any other source of extreme radiant heat as this could severely damage the thermal imager Removing Installing the Side Straps To remove either of the right or left side straps loosen the strap and pull it through the strap loop located on either side ofthe LCD display Figure 6 Remove the screw that holds the strap to the imager To install fasten the strap to the unit using the screw provided Do not over tighten Feed the strap through the strap loop and adjust to the desired length Strap Loop Side Strap The side straps are designed to be field replaceable Users can order replacements and install them without having to return the thermal imager to the factory Adjusting the Side Straps To adjust a side strap loosen the hook and loop and set to the desired length Combination Strap The combination strap Figure 7 can be used either as a wrist strap to keep the imager from falling if it should slip from your hand or as a gear strap hooked directly onto your turnout gear or SCBA As a wrist strap the adjustable strap fits over the sleeve of your turnout gear and can adjust to any size wrist The strap can be easily attached to either D ring located on the thermal imager As a gear strap the strap can be attached to a
15. semble the sealed case of your Bullard Thermal Imager If the unit is not functioning properly return it to Bullard as described in the Service section for evaluation Disassembling the unit voids all warranties Prior to returning your Thermal Imager decontaminate and clean your Thermal Imager to remove any hazardous or contaminated G materials that may have settled on the product during use Laws and or shipping regulations prohibit the shipment of hazardous or contaminated materials Products suspected of contamination will be professionally decontaminated at the customer s expense Returned products will be inspected upon return to the Bullard facility If the repair is under warranty Bullard will repair the unit and ship it from our factory within 48 business hours Llr 3 Do not use solvents or paint thinners to clean your Bullard T4MAXISE Thermal Imager as they could permanently mar the surface or degrade the protective properties of the casing Do not intentionally submerge the unit underwater or subject the unit to high pressure water Follow care instructions described above Failure to observe these instructions may result in product damage Any damage caused by improper care is not covered under warranty The T4MAXISE thermal imager is extremely sensitive to intense radiant heat sources Never point the T4MAXISE at the sun or any other source of extreme radiant heat as this could severely damage the th
16. ver tighten Service If your Bullard Thermal Imager is not performing properly contact your local Bullard distributor where you purchased the unit Describe the problem to the Bullard dealer as completely as possible For your convenience your local distributor will try to help you diagnose or correct the problem over the phone Before returning your Bullard Thermal Imager you should verify with your local distributor if the product should be returned to Bullard Your local dealer and Bullard Customer Service will provide you with written permission and a return authorization number If the return is a non warranty repair your local distributor will provide you with a repair invoice estimate To authorize repair you must provide a purchase order to your distributor for the amount of the estimate Once Bullard or a local distributor authorizes your repair they will issue you a return authorization number so that you can return the unit to the Bullard service station Bullard will repair the unit and ship it from our service station within 48 business hours If the cost of repairs exceeds the stated quote by more than 1596 or by more than 100 Euro a Bullard representative will re estimate your repair and your local distributor will contact you for authorization to complete repairs After repairs are completed and the goods have been returned to you the local distributor will invoice you for the actual repair amount NOTE Do not attempt to disas
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