We at Everest/VIT, Inc, would like to congratulate you on your purchase of the ROVVER

We at Everest/VIT, Inc. would like to congratulate you on your purchase of the ROVVER^ Robotic Inspection Camera.  You’ll find that the ROVVER^ is a durable, low maintenance, high quality product.  It is an extremely versatile camera for which you will find many applications.

The Maintenance & Operation manual will be a great help in setting up and comprehending the system.  If you should have any questions, please feel free to give a member of our staff a call.

Everest/VIT, Inc. would like to thank you for giving us the opportunity to do business with you.  We believe that you’ll be quite satisfied with your purchase decision.  If we can be of service in any other regard we’d be glad to help. Just give us a call (973) 448-0077.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword  ....................................................................................................……… 2

Introduction  ..................................................................................................…….   4

System Configurations ..................................................................................…….   5

Warnings  ..............................................................................................………….   6

System Overview..........................................................................................…….    7

Using the Pendant Control……………………………………………………….    8

Description of Pendant Functions  ……………………………………………….   9

Crawler Overview.........................................................................................…….    11

Using the Auxiliary Lights................………….............................................…...     13

Using the Magnetic Wheels............................................…………………………   15

Using the ROVVER® 400 Crawler in 4” Pipe Configuration  ....................…….    15

Using the ROVVER® 400 Crawler in 6” & 8” Pipe Configuration  ..............……. 15

Using the ROVVER® 600 Crawler in 6” & 8” Pipe Configuration  ...........…….    16

Using the ROVVER® 600 Crawler in 10” & 12” Pipe Configuration  ............…    17

Using the ROVVER® 900 Crawler in 9” & 10” Pipe Configuration  .............…… 18

Using the ROVVER® 900 Crawler in 12”  & 14” Pipe Configuration  .........……  19

Pan and Tilt Module  .....................................................................................……    20

Pressure Testing the Pan and Tilt Module  …………………………………… ..     21

Pressure Testing ROVVER® Crawlers ……………………….. ........…...... ….      21

ROVVER® 900 Lift Platform…………………………………………………….   22

Using the Centering Devices.........................................................................……      23

Connecting Push Pole Adaptor …………………………………………….. …. .    23

Maintenance ..................................................................................................…….   24

Lamp and Window Replacement .............................................................………..   28

Troubleshooting ..........................................................................................………   30

Spare / Replacement Parts List .....................................................................…….    31

Specifications ................................................................................................……    32

Warranty ......................................................................................................…….     33

Using the Text Generator ..............................................................................……    34

Motorized Cable Reel  TR150  ………………………………………………….     52

INTRODUCTION

ROVVER^ is manufactured by Everest/VIT, Inc., in Flanders, NJ.  This robotic crawler was developed as a result of the market's need for a rugged, cost-effective and easy-to-use inspection tool for remote viewing. The system is field proven and as a result is durable and requires little maintenance.

•  ROVVER^ is a video camera system capable of inspecting pipes from 2 in. to 60 in., and confined spaces. The crawler can be used in pipe down to 4 in.

•  The CCD Camera Head and all electronics are packaged in a compact 2 in. diameter stainless steel casing. This camera is rugged and dependable, with many hours of proven field service.

•  The illumination ring of the camera employs of 16 incandescent lamps, which are connected to the power supply independently.

•  The camera casing and crawler consist of stainless steel components with o-ring seals, which seal the camera and crawler up to 30 psi.  ROVVER^’s sealing method makes it easy for the user to replace the front camera windshield or a lamp in the illumination ring.

•  The control unit is a rack mount casing with all controls separated and easily upgraded and replaced.

•  The optional ROVVER® 400 crawler, with an overall length of only 8-in., has two motors, which allows it to navigate through  6 in. ID pipe.

•  The optional ROVVER® 600 crawler, with an overall length of only 12-in., has two motors, which allows it to navigate through 8 in. ID pipe.

•  The optional ROVVER® 900 crawler, with an overall length of only 21-in., has two motors, which allows it to navigate through 9 in. ID pipe.

The following Maintenance & Operation Manual will explain in detail the adjustments and features of ROVVER^.  If you have any questions please feel free to call Everest/VIT, Inc. at (973) 448-0077 where a representative will be pleased to help you.

SYSTEM CONFIGURATIONS

The ROVVER® can be ordered in many configurations and with different accessories.

ROVVER Standard System Includes the Following:

•  TV Camera Module Reel

•  Cable on a Slip-Ring Reel

•  Camera Control Unit with pendant control

•  Push Pole Adapter

•  Tool Kit

•  Shipping Cases

•  Instruction Manual

•  Crawler (200, 400, 600, or 900)

Optional Accessories:

•  Axial or Pan and Tilt camera

•  Extended Large Diameter Wheels (4”, 6” & 9” crawlers) and magnetic