48 BorEscope VIDEO INSPECTION Model 95833 Assembly And Operation Instructions Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011 Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com To prevent serious injury, read and understand all warnings and instructions before use. Copyright 2007 by Harbor Freight Tools. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-335
Electrical Requirements Flex Tube L.E.D. Lights Tube View Directions Depth of Field Video Display 5 Video Housing Dimensions Net Weight Specifications AC/DC Adapter Power Input: 120 VAC / 60 Hz LCD Monitor Power Input: 6 VDC or AA 5 VDC (Qty. 4 Included) Power Cord: 4 8 Long Power Plug: 2-Prong, Non-Polarized 48 Long x 0.315 Diameter Fiber Optic Red Flashing Indicates Low Power / Yellow Solid Indicates Full Power 0 and 90 Degrees 0.393 to 36 (Clear Focus) 87 Wide x 44 Long x 18 Thick 45 Pounds SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number on the inside of the front cover. Write the product s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram, or write month and year of purchase if product has no number. Keep this manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future reference. GENERAL SAFETY RULES WARNING! READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS Work Area Keep your work area clean and well lit. Cluttered benches and dark areas invite accidents. Do not operate electrically powered products in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Electrically powered products create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes. Electrical Safety Grounded products must be plugged into an outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove the Page 2
grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the product should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user. 5. Double insulated products are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not change the plug in any way. Double insulation eliminates the need for the three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system. Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded. Do not expose the AC/DC Adapter of this product to rain or wet conditions. Water entering the AC/DC Adapter will increase the risk of electric shock. Do not abuse the AC/DC Adapter Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry the Adapter or pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords immediately. Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock. Personal Safety Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating electrically powered products. Do not use electrically powered products while tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating these products may result in serious personal injury. Do not overreach when assembling this product. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. Proper footing and balance enables better control in unexpected situations. Use safety equipment when using this product. Wear ANSI-approved safety goggles. Always wear ANSI-approved safety goggles when performing maintenance on this tool. Tool Use And Care Do not force this product. Use the correct product for your application. The correct product will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it is designed. Do not force the product and do not use this product for a purpose for which it is not intended. Disconnect the AC/DC Adapter from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing this product. Such preventive Page 3
safety measures reduce the risk of starting the product accidentally. Always unplug the AC/DC Adapter from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. 5. 6. Store idle electrically powered products out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Electrically powered products are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. Maintain this product with care. Keep this product clean. Properly maintained products are less likely to malfunction and are easier to control. Do not use a damaged product. Tag damaged products Do not use until repaired. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect this product s operation. If damaged, have the product serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained products. Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model. Accessories that may be suitable for one product may become hazardous when used on another product. Service Product service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel could result in a risk of injury. When servicing a product, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Inspection, Maintenance, And Cleaning section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow maintenance instructions may create a risk of electric shock or injury. SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES 5. 6. Maintain labels and nameplates on the this product. These carry important information. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. Maintain a safe product use environment. Make sure the AC/DC Adapter for this product is kept clean and dry. Do not plug the AC/DC Adapter into an electrical outlet in a damp or wet location. People with pacemakers should consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure. The Borescope is NOT designed for use in medical or veterinary practice. Never use the Borescope for inspecting equipment under voltage. Before using Borescope to inspect vehicle engines, always turn off engine. Page 4
GROUNDING WARNING! Improperly connecting the grounding wire can result in the risk of electric shock. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Do not modify the AC/DC Adapter provided with this product. Never remove the grounding prong from the plug. Do not use this product if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician. Grounded PRODUCTS: PRODUCTs With Three Prong Plugs Products marked with Grounding Required have a three wire cord and three prong grounding plug. The plug must be connected to a properly grounded outlet. If the product should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user, reducing the risk of electric shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.) The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the product. The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically live terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.) Your product must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. The plug and outlet should look like those in the following illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.) 3-Prong Plug and Outlet Outlets for 2-Prong Plug Double Insulated PRODUCTs: PRODUCTs With Two Prong Plugs Products marked Double Insulated do not require grounding. They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requirements and complies with the Page 5
applicable standards of Underwriters Laboratories, Inc., the Canadian Standard Association, and the National Electrical Code. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.) Double insulated products may be used in either of the 120 volt outlets shown in the preceding illustration. (See Outlets for 2-Prong Plug.) Extension Cords 5. 6. 7. Grounded products require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible product damage. (See Table A.) The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord. (See Table A.) When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required. (See Table A.) If you are using one extension cord for more than one product, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size. (See Table A.) Make sure your extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it. Protect your extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas. RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS* (120 or 240 VOLT) NAMEPLATE AMPERES (at full load) EXTENSION CORD LENGTH 25 Feet 50 Feet 75 Feet 100 Feet 150 Feet 0 0 18 18 18 18 16 1 4 18 18 18 16 14 5 5.0 18 18 16 14 12 5.1 7.0 18 16 14 12 12 7.1 10 18 14 12 10-11 16.0 14 12 10 - - 16.1 20.0 12 10 - - - TABLE A * Based on limiting the line voltage drop to five volts at 150% of the rated amperes. Page 6
Symbology Double Insulated Canadian Standards Association V~ A Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. Volts Alternating Current Amperes n 0 xxxx/min. No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM) Unpacking When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible. PRODUCT FEATURES MONITOR STAND (1) VIDEO INPUT (2) FIGURE A FLEX TUBE (3) 90 DEGREE MIRROR ADAPTER (4) LCD MONITOR (5) POWER SWITCH (6) LED LIGHTS NOTE: YOU MAY USE THE AC/DC ADAPTER (7) OR THE FOUR AA 5 VDC BATTERIES (8) TO POWER THE UNIT. AC/DC ADAPTER (7) Page 7
ASSSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING! Prior to performing any assembly, maintenance, or changing accessories to the Borescope make sure to unplug the unit from its AC/DC Adapter (7) and remove all Batteries (8) from its Battery Compartment. (See Figures A and B.) TO POWER THE UNIT, USING THE BATTERIES For short-term, temporary use, the Borescope may be powered with the four accessory Batteries (8) included with the unit. (See Figure B.) To install the Batteries (8), open the Battery Cover at the back of the unit. (See Figure B.) Insert all four Batteries (8) in the Battery Compartment, making sure to match the polarity (positive + and negative --) of each Battery with the polarity shown in the Battery Compartment. Then close the Battery Cover. (See Figure B.) LIFT BATTERY COVER TO OPEN CLOSE BATTERY COVER BATTERIES (8) FIGURE B TO POWER THE UNIT, USING THE AC/DC ADAPTER The AC/DC Adapter (7) should be used for continuous, long-term use of the Borescope. (See Figure C.) To power the Borescope with the AC/DC Adapter (7), plug the Adapter s cable into the DC Jack located at the bottom of the Borescope. (See Figure C.) Then plug the AC/DC Adapter (7) into the nearest 120 volt, grounded, electrical outlet. (See Figure C.) WARNING! To avoid accidental electrical shock, only use the AC/DC Adapter (7) indoors. Do not use the Adapter in damp or wet areas. (See Figure C.) AC/DC ADAPTER (7) FIGURE C DC JACK Page 8
TO CONNECT THE OPTICAL FLEX TUBE To connect the 48 long Flex Tube (3) to the Borescope, insert the male end of the Flex Tube into the Video Input Jack located at the top of the unit. (See Figure D.) NOTE: The Flex Tube (3) allows for straight-on viewing. To equip the Flex Tube with 90 degree viewing capability insert the 90 Degree Mirror Adapter (4) onto the end of the Flex Tube (See Figure D.) 90 DEGREE MIRROR ADAPTER (4) FLEX TUBE (3) FIGURE D TO ENABLE TELEVISION MONITOR VIEWING The Borescope allows for viewing with its 5 LCD Monitor (5). However, you may wish to assemble the Borescope for viewing with a television monitor (not included). To do so, plug one end of the Video-Out Cable (9) into the Video-Out Jack located on the back of the LCD Monitor (5). Then plug the other end of the Video-Out Cable into the television s video input port. (See Figure E.) FIGURE E VIDEO-OUT CABLE (9) VIDEO-OUT JACK BASIC OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Power the Borescope by using either the AC/DC Adapter (7) or the four Batteries (8). (See Figures B and C.) If desired, attach the 90 Degree Mirror Adapter (4) to the optical Flex Tube (3) for 90 degree viewing. (See Figure D.) Page 9
5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 1 Assemble the Borescope for either LCD Monitor (5) viewing or television monitor viewing. (See Figures C and E.) The Power Switch (6) is located on the side of the LCD Monitor (5). Press the Power Switch to turn on the Borescope. (See Figure A.) NOTE: On the front of the LCD Monitor (5) are two LED lights that activate when the Power Switch (6) is turned on. A YELLOW continuous light indicates the Borescope is operating at full power. A RED flashing light indicates the Borescope is operating at low power. In this event, the Batteries (8) should be replaced with new Batteries. (See Figure A.) Insert the Flex Tube (3) into the area you wish to view. IMPORTANT: Do not use the Borescope to view the interior of plumbing pipes and other damp or wet areas. Damage to the optical Flex Tube may occur. (See Figure D.) When finished using the Borescope, turn the Power Switch (6) to its OFF position. (See Figure A.) Remove the Flex Tube (3). Clean the Flex Tube, and clean the 90 Degree Mirror Adapter (4) if used. (See Figure D.) If using the AC/DC Adapter (7) to power the Borescope, unplug the Adapter from its electrical outlet. (See Figure C.) If using the four Batteries (8) to power the Borescope, remove the Batteries from the unit. Make sure to store the Borescope and its accessories in a clean, dry, safe location out of reach of children and other unauthorized people. Troubleshooting Problem Possible Causes Probable Solutions Borescope does not work. No power at outlet. Cables not properly connected. Check power at outlet. Check that all cables are securely connected. Batteries low. Remove old Batteries. Install new Batteries. Poor image quality. Camera lens is dirty. Clean Camera lens. Page 10
INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, AND CLEANING 5. WARNING! Make sure the AC/DC Adapter is unplugged from its electrical outlet and the Batteries are removed before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. Before each use, inspect the general condition of the Borescope. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. If a problem occurs, have the problem corrected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment. To clean, use a clean, damp cloth and mild detergent to clean the exterior of the Borescope. Then dry. Do not immersed any part in liquid. Do not use solvents. When storing, always store the Borescope in a clean, dry, safe location out of reach of children and other unauthorized people. CAUTION! All maintenance, service, and repairs not mentioned in this manual must only be performed by a qualified service technician. PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING The manufacturer and/or distributor has provided the parts list and assembly diagram in this manual as a reference tool only. Neither the manufacturer or distributor makes any representation or warranty of any kind to the buyer that he or she is qualified to make any repairs to the product, or that he or she is qualified to replace any parts of the product. In fact, the manufacturer and/or distributor expressly states that all repairs and parts replacements should be undertaken by certified and licensed technicians, and not by the buyer. The buyer assumes all risk and liability arising out of his or her repairs to the original product or replacement parts thereto, or arising out of his or her installation of replacement parts thereto. Page 11
PARTS LIST & ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM Part Description Q ty 1 Monitor Stand 1 2 Video Input 1 3 Flex Tube 1 4 90 Degree Mirror Adapter 1 5 LCD Monitor 1 6 Power Switch 1 7 AC/DC Adapter 1 8 Battery 4 9 Video-Out Cable 1 MONITOR STAND (1) VIDEO INPUT (2) FLEX TUBE (3) 90 DEGREE MIRROR ADAPTER (4) LCD MONITOR (5) POWER SWITCH (6) VIDEO-0UT CABLE (9) NOTE: YOU MAY USE THE AC/DC ADAPTER (7) OR THE FOUR AA 5 VDC BATTERIES (8) TO POWER THE UNIT. AC/DC ADAPTER (7) NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. Record Product s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead. Page 12
IMPORTANT WARRANTY INFORMATION Limited 90 day warranty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly, to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty is expressly in lieu of all other warranties, express or implied, including the warranties of merchantability and fitness. To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. PO Box 6009 Camarillo, CA 93011 (800) 444-3353 Page 13