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GEO-XB™
BOREHOLE ROD EXTENSOMETERS
SINGLE & MULTI-POINT

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CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION Page

1.1 General description 5
1.2 How it works 8
1.3 Applications 8

2.0 CONFORMITY 9

3.0 MARKINGS 10

4.0 DELIVERY 11
4.1 Packaging 11
4.2 Handling 11
4.3 Inspection 12
4.4 Storage 13

5.0 INSTALLATION 14
5.1 Overview 14
5.1.1 Grouting 14
5.1.2 Borehole requirements 16
5.1.3 Anchor spacing 17
5.1.4 Reference head protection 17
5.1.5 Installation tools 18
5.2 Rod installation 19
5.2.1 Rigid rod with groutable anchor 19
5.2.2 Flexible rod 22
5.3 Anchor installation 23
5.3.1 Groutable 23
5.3.2 Hydraulic 24
5.3.3 Packer type 27
5.4 Reference head installation 31
5.4.1 Standard head 31
5.4.2 Low profile head 37
5.5 Grouting 38
5.6 Wiring sensors 39

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6.0 DATA HANDLING Page

6.1 Taking readings 42

6.1.1 Portable readouts 42
6.1.2 Data Loggers 42
6.1.3 Manual readings 43
6.1.4 Base readings 43
6.2 Data reduction 44
6.2.1 Overview 44
6.2.2 Converting readings from VW displacement sensor 45
6.2.3 Thermistor Linearization 47
6.2.4 Tabulating data 48

7.0 MAINTENANCE 50

8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING 50

9.0 SPECIFICATION 51

10.0 SPARE PARTS 52

11.0 RETURN OF GOODS 53

12.0 LIMITED WARRANTY 54

13.0 CALIBRATION

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1.0 INTRODUCTION

This manual is intended for all users of the GEO-XB™ range of rod extensometers and
provides information on their installation, operation and maintenance.

It is VITAL that personnel responsible for the

installation and use of a GEO-XB rod extensometers,
READS and UNDERSTANDS this manual, prior to
working with the equipment.

1.1 General Description

The GEO-XB™ rod type extensometer range is used to measure and locate settlement,
displacement and deformation in most mediums, including soil, rock and concrete.

An extensometer consists of one or more in-hole anchors, each of which is placed at a

known distance along a borehole, connected to a reference head by either rigid or flexible
rods running inside sleeves to keep the rods de-bonded from the grout.

As the soil, rock or concrete deforms, the distances between the in-hole anchor change,
as do the distances between the individual anchors and the reference head. The
movement of the anchor is reflected at the reference head by the de-bonded rods. The
magnitude, distribution and rate of deformation can be accurately measured at the
reference head by comparing the relative positions of the rods and the head.

The GEO-XB™ rod type extensometer range is available in a range oc combinations of

reference heads, anchors, rods and measuring sensors.

A GEO-XB™ rod type extensometer comprises of the following components:-

A - REFERENCE HEADS (SINGLE OR MULTI-POINT)

Standard - a one part head where the rods connect to the sensors which are mounted on
a moveable internal flange within the head and protected by a one piece cover. The head
is mounted external to the borehole with all sensors and rod connections located entirely
within the head.

Low profile - a two part head with a lower section and an upper section divided by a
fixed intermediate flange and it has a lower and upper cover. The rod connections and
the lower part of the sensors are located within the lower section which is installed within
the borehole. The top of the sensors located in the upper section are external to the
borehole and adjustment can be done by removing the outer cover. The length of the
upper section will depend on the range of the sensor.

Both of the above types are available as:-

• Manual - readings taken manually by depth gauge or similar

• Automatic - sensors which can be read automatically
• Combination - manual and automatic readings can be taken

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1.1 General Description contd..

MEASUREMENT SYSTEMS
Measurement of the changes in relative position between the anchor
and the reference head can be achieved using the following options:-

Manual
Readings are carried out using a mechanical / digital depth
micrometer or dial indicator.

Electrical
Reading is carried out using an electrical sensor fixed into the
reference head.

Combination
Readings can be carried out using both manual and electrical
systems using the same reference head.

B - SENSORS
The following sensor types are available:-

• Vibrating wire displacement gauge

• Linear Potentiometer

All electrical sensors can be used in combination

with a manual reading system.

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1.1 General Description contd..

C - RODS

Rods are used to connect the anchors to the

reference head and are available in rigid or flexible
forms.

Rigid
Made from stainless steel and come in short
lengths of 1,2 or 3 metres, with flush threaded
joints.

A short starter rod is connected to the anchor and

an adjustable section at the head end.

Flexible
Glass & carbon fibre rods in a continuous length,
factory cut to meet specific project Rigid steel rods
showing
requirements. threaded
connectors

D - SLEEVES

Sleeves allow the rods to move freely by

preventing bonding of the rod to grout or concrete.
Rigid rod and sleeves
Rigid together with starter rod
Made from rigid PVC with either flush threaded or & groutable anchor.
push fit, glued joints.

A starter sleeve is connected to the anchor.

Flexible
Made from flexible nylon and available in either
short lengths with external couplers for use with
rigid rods, or in continuous lengths for use with
flexible rods.

Rigid sleeve showing Flexible rod and sleeve fitted with

glued flush coupling hydraulic Borros anchors.

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1.1 General Description contd..

E - ANCHORS
The anchors connect the rods to the surrounding material ( soil / rock / concrete ) and are
available in the following types:-

• Groutable

• Hydraulic standard

• Hydraulic Borros ( Single or Double acting )

• Snap ring

• Packer type

Packer anchor type

Groutable type

Snap ring type

Single Acting Borros

type

* Anchors can be designed and built to suit particular project requirements

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1.2 How it works

Anchor movements are detected by measuring changes in the relative positions of the
exposed rod ends in the reference head with respect to the head itself. This can be done
by either manually using a depth micrometer or dial gauge, or electronically using
Vibrating Wire or Potentiometric type displacement transducers.

1.3 Applications

The GEO-XB range rod extensometers are typically used for ( but not limited to ) the
measurement of: -

♦ Deformation of dam abutments & foundations

♦ Ground movement around tunnels & mines

♦ Ground movement behind retaining walls & sheet piles

♦ Ground movement within open cast mines

♦ Deformation of mine pillars

♦ Fracturing in roofs of underground caverns

♦ Deformation of concrete piles

♦ Settlement & heave in soft soil excavations

Typically the following preferred installation configurations are adopted:-

MEDIUM Orientation Anchor

Rock & firm soils Vertically downwards Groutable
(Easily grouted)
Softer Soils Vertically downwards Borros
Rock (Fractured) Any angle Hydraulic
Packer
Poor quality concrete Any angle Hydraulic
Groutable
Hard competent rock Vertically upwards Hydraulic
and good concrete Groutable
(very smooth bore*) Any angle Snap ring
* ± 1 mm accuracy of bore required

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2.0 CONFORMITY
Geosense Ltd
Nova House
Rougham Industrial Estate
Rougham, Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk , IP30 9ND
United Kingdom

Tel: +44 (0)1359 270457, Fax: +44 (0)1359 272860

Email: [email protected], Web: www.geosense.co.uk

Declaration of Conformity
We Geosense Ltd at above address declare under our sole responsibility that the
product detailed below to which this declaration relates complies with protection requirements of the
following harmonized EU Directives,

Low Voltage Directive 73/23/EEC (as amended by 93/68/EEC)

The Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/EC
The Construction Products Directive 89/106/EEC

Equipment description GEO-XB™ Single & multi-point borehole rod extensometers

Make/Brand Geosense
Model Numbers GXB-M, GXB-ES, GXB-EL, GXB-ES-M, GXB-EL-M

This equipment has been designed and manufactured with reference to EN 61326-1 and EN 61010.

All mechanical drawings used in the production of this equipment are based upon BS 8888
Electrical/electronic drawings are based upon BS 3939.

A technical file for this equipment is retained at the above address

Martin Clegg
Director

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3.0 MARKINGS

Geosense GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers are labelled with the following
information:-

Manufacturers name & address

Product type

Model

CE mark

Reference head

In addition, when electrical sensors are used, the individual displacement gauges are
labelled with their own individual markings & serial numbers.

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4.0 DELIVERY

4.1 Packaging

GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers are factory packed for transportation to

site. Packaging is suitably robust to allow normal handling by transportation
companies. However, inappropriate handling techniques may cause damage to the
packaging and the enclosed equipment. The packaging should be carefully inspected
upon delivery and any damage MUST be reported to both the transportation
company and Geosense.

4.2 Handling

Whilst they are a robust devices, GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers are
precision measuring devices. They and their associated equipment should always be
handled with care during transportation, storage and installation.

Once the shipment has been checked ( see below ), it is recommended that
GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers remain in their original packaging for
storage or transportation.

Cable should be handled with care. Do not allow it to be damaged by sharp edges,
rocks for example, and do not exert force on the cable as this my damage the internal
conductors and render the instrument un-useable.

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4.0 DELIVERY contd..

4.3 Inspection

It is vital to check all the equipment in the shipment as soon as possible after taking
delivery and well before installation is to be carried out. Check that all the
components that are detailed on the documents are included in the shipment.
Check that the equipment has not been physically damaged.

Although the system may not fully assembled, a function check can still be carried out
on the VW sensors by connecting the readout cable to the readout as in the picture
below. (Other sensors should be checked using appropriate readouts).

Typical readout
panel and
connections

Prior to carrying out function checks, ensure that the displacement transducers have
been stored in a reasonably stable temperature for at least 2 hours. Connect the red
and black wires from each transducer to the corresponding connectors on the
readout. Switch on the readout ( see readout instructions ) and, where possible,
select the audio function on the readout to listen to the ‘ring’ of the gauge.

Carefully pull out the transducer connector from the cylinder a little way ( see above )
taking care not to twist it, and observe the reading change on the readout. The ‘ring’
from the transducer will also change its sound which should be clear and un-
distorted.

The displayed values of the Vibrating Wire transducer reading will not be stable for
this check but it will confirm that the transducer is functioning.

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4.4 Storage

All equipment should be stored in an environment that is protected from direct

sunlight.

It recommended that cables be stored in a dry environment to prevent moisture

migrating along the cable in the unlikely event of prolonged submersion of exposed
conductors.

Storage areas should be free from rodents as they have been known to damage
cables.

No other special requirements are needed for medium or long-term storage although
temperature limits should be considered when storing or transporting associated
components, such as readout equipment.

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5.0 INSTALLATION

The following sections describe typical installations for Geosense GEO-XB™ borehole
rod extensometers but individual projects will vary in their requirements.

It is VITAL that personnel responsible for the installation and use of the system
READ and UNDERSTAND the manual, prior to working with the equipment.

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As stated before, it is vital to check all the equipment in the
shipment soon after taking delivery and well before
installation is to be carried out. Check that all components
that are detailed on the shipping documents are included.

5.1 Overview

Flexible rods & sleeves are pre-assembled so no on-site assembly is required, prior to
installation.

Rigid rod systems require assembly on site.

Where space allows, pre-assemble the extensometer rods & sleeves on the surface and
attached the grout tube so as to fabricate the full length of the assembly. When lifting the
assembly, take care to avoid it bending to a radius less than 3 metres. For vertical
downward installations try to maintain a large radius when lowering the assembly into the
borehole (if possible lift the assembly over a site vehicle, for example).

Where space is limited, the rod extensometer will have to be assembled as it is installed
into the borehole. When installing into a hole with drill casing, careful organisation and
sequencing is required because each anchor, rod & sleeve may need to be installed
independently, starting with the deepest anchor. A safety chord should be attached to
the anchors to prevent loss and to support the rod / anchor assembly during casing
removal. This process may take some time, so sufficient time should be allowed in the
drilling and installation programme.

5.1.1 Grouting

Rod extensometers require to be grouted and this can be done prior or after installation
depending on the site conditions/restriction.

Grout would normally be mixed in a purpose designed grout mixer so as to ensure a

complete mix. However, grout can also be mixed in a large container using a high
volume pump for circulating, mixing and placing the liquid.

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5.1.1 Grouting contd..

The grout specification should be provided by the Site/Design engineer and designed to
mimic the surrounding soil conditions. However as extensometer installations may have a
combination of soil types it is recommended to err on the softer side of the spectrum.

Grout strength decreases with water-cement ratio and controlling this ratio is the most
important factor for grouting and it is therefore recommended that the water and cement
is mixed first. Water and cement ratios greater than 0.7 - 1.0 by weight will segregate
without the addition of Bentonite or other filler to keep the cement in suspension and it is
recommended that Bentonite normally be used as it is readily available.

The tables below provide guidelines for typical mixes that may be adopted for varying soil
types but are only a guideline and the installer should request the project specification
from the Engineer.

HARD SOILS MEDIUM SOILS SOFT SOILS

Materials Unit Weight ratio Unit Weight ratio Unit Weight ratio
Cement (OPC) 50Kg 1 50 Kg 1 50 Kg 1
Bentonite 15 Kg 0.33 15 Kg 2 20 Kg 0.4
Water 125 Lit 2.5 260 Lit 4.0 325 Lit 6.5

Other compounds can be added to the grout mixture to alter its characteristics but should
always be specified by the Design Engineer:-

• Expanding agents are added to introduce small bubbles into a cement and water
mix as it cures to prevent it from shrinking. This helps to ensure a good bond be-
tween the grout and both the anchors and the borehole walls.

• Plasticisers can be added to a mixture to allow it to flow more freely through small
bore pipe work, typically associated with this type of installation.

• Fillers are added to provide weight and / or bulk to the mixture for use where grout
may have a tendency to flow through the borehole walls.

Multi-point GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometer reference heads can be fitted with
integral grouting tubes & bleed tubes & connections to allow additional down or up hole
grout tubing to be added easily. No additional seal is required around the head during
grouting.

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5.1.2 Borehole requirements

Before installing the GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers it is important that the
borehole requirements are suitable for each type of installation. The number of monitored
points is limited by the size of the borehole, type of anchor used, the amount of tubing
required for activating anchors and for grouting. The table below shows typical borehole
requirements:-

1 = Groutable, 2 = hydraulic borros, 3 = snap ring, 4 = packer type

No of anchors Anchor type Minimum borehole diameter

GXB-M HEAD
1 1,2 50mm
2-6 1,2 76mm
1-6 3 76mm
1-3 4 76mm
4 4 101mm
5-6 4 126mm

GXB-ES HEAD
1 1,2 50mm
2-6 1,2 76mm
1-6 3 76mm
1-3 4 76mm
4 4 101mm
5-6 4 126mm

GXB-EL HEAD
1 1,2 50mm
2-6 1,2 101mm
1-6 3 101mm
1-3 4 101mm
1-4 4 101mm
5-6 4 126mm

For the Standard reference head a flange plate is normally fitted on the top of the
borehole and secured.

For the low profile reference head the top of the borehole is usually enlarged and
fitted with a galvanised steel or PVC pipe. It may be left free standing if the
borehole wall stability is very good.

Boreholes should be drilled approximately 1 metre deeper than the deepest anchor.

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5.1.3 Anchor spacing

The anchor spacing should be determined from the requirements of the Engineer and the
deepest anchor should be located in stable ground so that it can serve as a non-moving
point of reference for all of the other anchors. Where installation is within tunnels the
deepest anchor should be installed at least one tunnel diameter or preferably two tunnel
diameters from the tunnel wall.

5.1.4 Reference head protection - reference heads can be protected by various

methods and some are illustrated below.

A- Surface mounted, flanged reference head externally

mounted with protective cap.

B- Flanged reference head mounted below surface with

protective cap.

C- Flanged reference head, semi or fully recessed, installed

into upward borehole, with protective cap.

D- Reference fitted head inside of borehole.

THE REFERENCE HEAD MUST ALWAYS

BE PROTECTED FROM DAMAGE
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5.1.5 Installation tools

The following tools (available from Geosense) are recommended* for the installation of
GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers.

Qty Description

1 set Screw drivers

2 Medium size ‘vice grips’
1 set Allen keys
1 Small hacksaw
1 Tape measure
1 Marker pen
1 250ml PVC solvent cement
1 250ml PVC cleaner
1 50ml metal adhesive
1 Sharp knife
1 set Grout tube & fittings
1 set Hydraulic inflation tubes
1 Hydraulic pump
1 Hydraulic pump hose
As required Hydraulic oil
As required Anchor support chord

• Requirements will be anchor & reference

head type dependent (please contact
Geosense for advice on selection)

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5.2 Rod installation

5.2.1 Rigid rod and groutable anchor

If space allows make up individual anchor assemblies to full depth as per instructions
below & lower into borehole.

If space is restricted assemble anchor, rods & sleeves and lower individual sections as
required.

MAKE SURE THE RODS HAVE

UNIQUE REFERENCES FOR
ANCHOR DEPTHS

STEP 1

Place Loctite 243 onto male thread of

STARTER ROD (short rod 350mm long)

STEP 2

Screw STARTER ROD onto groutable

anchor (or any other type of anchor).
Place Loctite 243 onto male thread of full
rod & screw together.

STEP 3

Clean male thread/spigot with PVC

solvent cleaner

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5.2 Rod installation contd..

5.2.1 Rigid rod

STEP 4

Place PVC solvent cement onto male

thread/spigot.

DO NOT PUT GLUE INTO THE

FEMALE SIDE OF THE JOINT.

STEP 5

Place thread/spigot into adaptor on the

groutable anchor.

Repeat this for next full rod and sleeve.

STEP 6

Where necessary, fix a chord onto the

anchor.

Lower deepest anchor, rods & sleeve

assembly and add additional rods & sleeves
until the anchor is at required depth.

See next page for joining of rods & sleeves

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5.2 Rod installation contd..

5.2.1 Rigid rod

The rods & sleeves will now be staggered so

that each one can be joined and installed

Rod

Sleeve

STEP 7

Add next section of rod. Tighten with vice

grips & support.

(Remember to place Loctite 235)

STEP 8

Add next section of sleeve

(Remember to use glue & wait

until fully set before lowering into
borehole)

REPEAT UNTIL FULL DEPTH ACHIEVED

STEP 9

Once all the anchors, rods & sleeves

have been installed the reference head
will need to be installed (see section 5.4)

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5.2 Rod installation contd..

5.2.1 Flexible rod and any type of anchor

Flexible rods are factory pre-assembled with flexible sleeves / anchors using information
provided from site and therefore no on-site assembly is required. They can simply be
lowered down the borehole to the required depth.

MAKE SURE THE RODS HAVE

UNIQUE REFERENCES FOR ANCHOR DEPTHS

Flexible GEO-XB Rod Extensometer fitted with Borros hydraulic anchors

STEP 1 - Identify which anchor, rod & sleeve corresponds to which depth and label / note
Accordingly at the head end.

STEP 2 - Lower the anchor, rod & sleeve assembly into the pre-formed borehole, to the
required depth. If

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5.3 Anchor installation

5.3.1 Groutable type anchors

STEP 1 - as per 5.2.1 STEPS 1 & 2 fix the rod to the groutable anchor with the starter rod
and sleeve.

STEP 2 - Identify which anchor, rod & sleeve corresponds to which depth and label
accordingly.

STEP 3 - Lower the anchor, rod & sleeve assembly to the required depth.

Repeat with all anchors, rods & sleeves.

GROUT AS REQUIRED

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5.3.2 Hydraulic Borros type anchor

Hydraulic Borros anchors require the prongs to be extended once installed by means of a
hydraulic pump and tubing.

For a flexible system the anchors & inflation tube will already be attached to the flexible
rods & sleeves.

For a rigid rod system the anchor & inflation tube will be supplied already connected but
will need to attached to the rods & sleeves as they are installed.

All Geosense hydraulic Borros anchors and tubing are factory filled and de-aired and care
must be taken not to let any oil leak from the tubing during the inflation process.

To activate Borros anchors after installing in the borehole follow the steps below:-

STEP 1 - Remove end cap from top of

inflation tube

STEP 2 - Fit nut and olive onto

inflation & metal insert into tube end

DO NO NOT ALLOW OIL TO

LEAK FROM TUBING

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5.3.2 Hydraulic Borros type contd...

STEP 3 - Screw the nut & olive on the

end of the inflation tube onto the fitting on
the needle valve on the end of the
hydraulic pump hose and fully tighten.

DO NOT ALLOW THE OIL TO LEAK OUT OF THE INFLATION TUBE

IF OIL HAS LEAKED FROM THE TUBE, RE-FILL TUBE USING A PUMP
UNTIL NO AIR CAN BE SEEN COMING OUT

STEP 4 - Set pump vent to open by

opening the filler cap

STEP 5 - Pump oil into the inflation tube

and monitor the pressure as you pump.

Top up the reservoir as required.

DO NOT LET THE OIL LEVEL IN RESERVOIR RUN LOW AS

THIS WILL ALLOW AIR TO ENTER SYSTEM

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5.3.2 Hydraulic Borros type contd...

NOTE - The prongs on the Borros anchor are extended by an internal piston and will
start to move at approximately 15 bar.

As the prongs continue to extend the pressure will build up to approximately 60-80 bar.

So as to ensure maximum penetration into the surrounding soil, increase the pressure up
to 150 bar but do not exceed this pressure.

DO NOT EXCEED 150 BAR

STEP 6 - Release the pressure by

turning the release valve on the pump.

STEP 7 - Close the needle valve.

Unscrew the nut on the inflation tube and

remove the nut & olive.

STEP 8 - Re-fit the end cap onto end of

inflation tube.

THE INSTALLATION OF THE ANCHOR

IS NOW COMPLETE

However, it is strongly recommended that

the borehole be filled with a cementitious
grout to support both the rods and the
anchors.

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5.3.3 Packer type

Installation can be done either as a complete assembly and lowered or pushed into
the borehole or assembled piece by piece.

A.) Rigid rod & flexible sleeve

Complete assembly

STEP 1

Layout all required components for the

installation in a suitable storage area

STEP 2

Place Loctite 243 onto male thread of the

FIRST ROD on the bottom anchor

STEP 3

If required fit security wire rope to top of

anchor

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5.3.3 Rigid rod & flexible sleeve with packer anchor contd

STEP 4

Screw rod into adaptor on packer anchor

and push a length of outer sleeve into the
“One touch” fitting.

Check to see if firmly secured by trying to

pull out tube

STEP 5

Push the Grout tube into the “One touch”

fitting.

Check to see if firmly secured by trying to

pull out tube

STEP 6

Place Loctite 243 on male thread of next

rigid rod and screw into previous rod

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5.3.3 Rigid rod & flexible sleeve with packer anchor contd

STEP 7

Place another length of flexible sleeve

over rigid rod and secure into “One
touch” coupler.

Add required number of rods & sleeves

until the position of the next packer
anchor

STEP 8

Fix the rod, sleeve & safety wire as steps

1 to 5 and then feed the next packer
anchor over the rod & sleeve of the
previous anchor to the required depth.

STEP 9

Add rods & sleeves as necessary

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5.3.3 Rigid rod & flexible sleeve with packer anchor contd

STEP 10

The “string” is now ready for installation

by lowering or pushing into a borehole

STEP 11

Lowering into a vertical, or push into a

horizontal or inclined borehole

FOR A VERTICAL
BOREHOLE REMEMBER
TO SECURE THE SAFETY
WIRES

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5.4 REFERENCE HEAD SET UP

5.4.1 Standard GXB-M & GXB-ES

NOTE

THE SEQUENCE OF INSTALLATION WILL VARY DEPENDING WHETHER THE

INSTALLATION IS IN A NON- CASED OR CASED BOREHOLE.

FOR AN UN-CASED BOREHOLE THE FLANGE PLATE CAN BE PRE-FITTED PRIOR

TO INSTALLATION AND THE HEAD POSITIIONED ONTO THE FINISHED POSITION
ON THE SUB-GRADE.

FOR A CASED BOREHOLE THE FLANGE PLATE CAN ONLY BE FITTED ONCE THE
HEAD IS INSTALLED TO THE REQUIRED DEPTH AND THE GROUT IS SET.

THE SEQUENCE FOR RIGID ROD WILL ALSO DIFFER FOR FLEXIBLE

STEP 1

Supporting the assembly with a safety line

lower the assembly into the borehole until
the bottom of the head or flange plate is at
the required sub-grade level .

NOTE - sub-grade level will be project

dependent and may have to be built up.

Fix flange plate to sub-grade with fixing

bolts

STEP 2
Remove outer casing which will allow
access to the rod connector blocks and
sensors.

Undo the hex set screws in the connector

clocks

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5.4.1 Standard GXB-M & GXB-ES contd.. contd..

STEP 3

Remove the cap head screws in the bottom

of the VW displacement gauge, place into
connector block and slide the connector
block and cap head screw up to the bottom
of the VW sensor.

Repeat for all sensors

STEP 4

Tighten cap head screw into the bottom of

the VW sensor.

Repeat for all sensors

STEP 5

Connect a VW readout (VW 2106) to the

sensor

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5.4.1 Standard GXB-M & GXB-ES contd.. contd..

STEP 6

With the VW readout attached slide the VW

sensor so that it is positioned at its mid point of
movement which should equate to approximately
5000 digits (see individual calibration sheets for
actual reading).

NOTE: THE SET POINT MAY VARY

DEPENDING ON THE PROJECT
SPECIFICATION

STEP 7

Once in position tighten the locking screw to fix it

to the extensometer rod (flexible or rigid).

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5.4.1 Standard GXB-M & GXB-ES contd.. contd..

STEP 8

Feed sufficient cable through the cable

gland on top of the head

NOTE: if a steel protective cover is

being used feed the cable first through
the cable gland on top of the steel cover
and then through the reference head.

STEP 9

Using the wiring colour coding on page x

connect the sensors to the multi-core cable
through the terminal block mounted ion the
central studding.

STEP 10

Re-connect the VW readout (VW2106) and

check that the wiring is correct.

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5.4.1 Standard GXB-M & GXB-ES contd..

STEP 11

The set up of the head is now complete

NOTE: IF A COMBINATION HEAD IS

BEING INSTALLED THERE WILL BE AN
ADDITIONAL MANUAL REFERENCE
BLOCK AT THE TOP OF THE HEAD AS
SHOWN BELOW

STEP 12

Replace the outer

casing.

Fit protective steel cover

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5.4.2 Low profile GXB-EL contd..

NOTE: THE MAIN DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THE STANDARD AND THE LOW
PROFILE HEAD IS THAT THE MAJORITY OF IT IS INSTALLED WITHIN THE
BOREHOLE SO THAT A MINIMUM IS PROTRUDING ABOVE THE TOP OF THE
BOREHOLE.

IT IS INSTALLED INTO THE BOREHOLE WITHOUT THE SENSORS INSTALLED

AND CAN ALSO ACT AS A MANUAL EXTENSOMETER. SENSORS CAN BE
RETRO-FITTED TO CONVERT IT INTO AN AUTOMATIC HEAD.

STEP 1

Install the assembly generally in accordance with

the procedures as for a standard head.

If installed in a cased borehole ensure that it is

supported until the grout has set and then fit the
support flange.

STEP 2

Unscrew the studding from each position.

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5.4.2 Low profile GXB-EL contd..

STEP 3

Place the manual reference block in position

ensuring that the position numbers correspond.

If necessary it can now be used just as a manual

extensometer.

STEP 4

If an automatic head is required insert a VW

displacement gauge into each location and
tighten up by turning clockwise

STEP 5

Once fully tighten onto the top of the internal rod

pull back the transducer to the required set point
(normally mid point) and tighten the set screw
within the top flange.

REPEAT FOR ALL SENSORS

WIRE UP THE SENSORS AS PER STANDARD

HEAD

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5.4.2 Low profile GXB-EL contd..

STEP 6

Fit protective cover to protect extensometer

head as required (recessed below ground
shown here).

5.5 Grouting

Grouting can be carried out pre or post

installation depending on project requirements
and/or restrictions.

STEP 1 -

Mix grout as required using suitable mixer and

pump. Note, for the packer anchors a mix of
25kg of standard cement mixed with 20kg of
water is the optimal mix for firing the anchors.
This should be pumped in using a hand pump
for greater control.

STEP 2

Once the rods, sleeves & packers have been

placed at the correct level each packer can be
individually grouted up either by using:-

A.) an integral grout pipe within the

extensometer head (dependent on head type)
B
or

B.) by running a grout tube down the side of

the head

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5.6 Wiring the electronic head (vibrating wire sensors)

The following tables show the wiring connections for the GEO-XB™ range of
multi-point rod extensometers.

ONE SENSOR

Sensor wiring Geosense cable Function

Orange 4 core
Red & Black Red & Black Gauge 1
Green & White Green & White Thermistor gauge 1
No colour Shield (1) Earth

TWO SENSORS

Sensor wiring Geosense cable Function

4 twisted pair black
Red & Black Red & Black Gauge 1
Red & Black Green & Black Gauge 2
White & Green White & Black Thermistor gauge 1
White & Green (not connected) (not connected) Thermistor gauge 2
No colour Shield (1) Earth

THREE SENSORS

Sensor wiring Geosense cable Function

4 twisted pair black
Red & Black Red & Black Gauge 1
Red & Black Green & Black Gauge 2
Red & Black Blue & Black Gauge 3
White & Green White & Black Thermistor gauge 1
White & Green (not connected) Not connected Thermistor gauge 2
White & Green (not connected) Not connected Thermistor gauge 3
No colour Shield (1) Earth

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5.6 Wiring the electronic head (vibrating wire sensors)

FOUR SENSORS

Sensor wiring Geosense cable Function

7 twisted pair black
Red & Black Red & Black Gauge 1
Red & Black Green & Black Gauge 2
Red & Black Blue & Black Gauge 3
Red & Black Yellow & Black Gauge 4
White & Green White & Black Thermistor gauge 1
White & Green (not connected) Green & Black (not connected) Thermistor gauge 2
White & Green (not connected) Blue & Black (not connected) Thermistor gauge 3
White & Green (not connected) No cable Thermistor gauge 4
No colour Shield (1) Earth

FIVE SENSORS

Sensor wiring Geosense cable Function

7 twisted pair black
Red & Black Red & Black Gauge 1
Red & Black Green & Black Gauge 2
Red & Black Blue & Black Gauge 3
Red & Black Yellow & Black Gauge 4
Red & Black Orange & Black Gauge 5
White & Green White & Black Thermistor gauge 1
White & Green (not connected) Brown & Black (not connected) Thermistor gauge 2
White & Green (not connected) No cable Thermistor gauge 3
White & Green (not connected) No cable Thermistor gauge 4
White & Green (not connected) No cable Thermistor gauge 5
No colour Shield (1) Earth

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5.6 Wiring the electronic head (vibrating wire sensors)

SIX SENSORS

Sensor wiring Geosense cable Function

7 twisted pair black
Red & Black Red & Black Gauge 1
Red & Black Green & Black Gauge 2
Red & Black Blue & Black Gauge 3
Red & Black Yellow & Black Gauge 4
Red & Black Orange & Black Gauge 5
Red & Black Brown & Black Gauge 6
White & Green White & Black Thermistor gauge 1
White & Green (not connected) No cable Thermistor gauge 2
White & Green (not connected) No cable Thermistor gauge 3
White & Green (not connected) No cable Thermistor gauge 4
White & Green (not connected) No cable Thermistor gauge 5
White & Green (not connected) No cable Thermistor gauge 6
No colour Shield (1) Earth

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6.0 DATA HANDLING

The function of the instrument is to provide useful and reliable data.

Accurate recording and handling of the data is essential if it is to be of any value.

6.1 Taking readings (Vibrating wire version)

6.1.1 Portable Readouts

Geosense offer a range of readout and data logging options. Specific operation
manuals are supplied with each readout device.

Below is a brief, step-by-step procedure for use with the RST VW2106 portable
readout.

1. Connect signal cable from the sensor to the readout following the wiring colour
code. Conductor colours may vary depending upon the extension cable used.

RED = VW +
BLACK = VW -
GREEN = Temp
WHITE = Temp

2. Switch on the unit and, where necessary, select range B

3. The recorder displays the current VW reading ( in Hz2/1000 ) and a temperature

reading in degrees Centigrade.

Whilst it is not critical that the polarity be observed for most VW instruments, a
stronger signal may be obtained if the correct polarity is adopted. Since the
temperature sensor is a Thermistor, its connection polarity is not important.

The frequency of the readings will depend on each application and project but should
be compared to the previous ones as soon as possible.

6.1.2 Data Loggers

A number of data loggers are available to automatically excite, interrogate and record
the reading from Vibrating Wire instruments. These include devices manufactured by
Geosense / RST in both single and multi-channel configurations, together with
equipment manufactured by independent suppliers.

Geosense configure and supply equipment manufactured by both Campbell Scientific

Ltd. and DataTaker Ltd. These are the most commonly adopted third party
manufacturers of data loggers that can be readily used with Vibrating Wire
Settlement Systems. Specific configuration and programming advice can be
obtained from Geosense and or the manufacturers documentation.

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6.1.3 Manual readings

Manual readings are best taken using a depth micrometer or dial gauge indicator and the
recommended Setting Method for Depth Micrometers is in Absolute Mode.

To prepare the Geosense digital micrometer for reading carry out the following
instructions:-

Clean Micrometer base. Select and clean required depth rod.

Insert spring retaining end of depth rod into hole in centre of base and push rod firmly
until it engages positively with stop inside micrometer body. Secure with locking tab.
Hold base firmly against the top of the GEO-XB™ extensometer head whilst advancing
depth rod to contact surface plate with the thimble.
Use friction thimble to obtain a repeating reading.
Press Datum button to remove INC from display.
Press Present button together with either Pr + or Pr – to move digits to zero.
Preset +/- feature starts slowly and increases speed.
To fine set, get close to size and release button then re-press to move digits slowly again.
Once zero is achieved press Preset button to set into memory.
Micrometer is now set to read depth.

Place the stem of the dial gauge into the individual holes in the reference head and turn
the knob of the micrometer until the tip rests against the top of the rod and a click is
heard. Take the reading on the display.

6.1.4 Base readings

The base reading is the one to which all subsequent readings are compared against.
Carry out functional tests on the sensors , if not already done so, on the units prior to
taking the base readings (see section 4.3).

It is advisable to take the base readings once the system has stabilised which is normally
after 2-3 days after installation. If movement is suspected of already occurring then base
readings should be taken straightaway.

REMEMBER TO TAKE BASE READINGS

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6.2 Data Reduction

6.2.1 Overview

The readings taken at the reference head are used to calculate changes in distance
between the reference elevation and each down hole anchor.

The following must however be taken into consideration:-

• If the reference head is located on stable ground then the movements of the
anchors relative to the head can be calculated.

• If the reference head is not stable (e.g. due to settlement) then the deepest anchor
is used as the reference point. The data must therefore be inverted so that the
movements of each anchor are calculated relative to the bottom anchor.

If using a VW or potentiometric displacement sensor the readings must be converted into

the required engineering unit. No conversions are necessary if using manual readings
from a micrometer.

The data should be organised into a table with rows labelled by date & columns labelled
by anchor number/reference.

Construct the table of changes by subtracting the initial reading from subsequent
readings for each anchor which shows movements relative to the reference head.

If the reference is the deepest anchor, invert the data to show movements relative to it.
This can be done by subtracting the changes for each anchor from the changes at the
deepest anchor

6.2.2 Converting readings from VW displacement sensor

Readings from a Vibrating Wire sensor are typically in a form that is a function of
frequency rather than in units of length. Commonly the units would be either Frequency
- Hertz, Linear - Hz2/1000 or Hz2/1000000 or Period - Time - (Seconds x10-2 or x10-7).

To convert the readings to units of length, calibration factors must be applied to the
recorded values. For most Vibrating Wire sensors, these factors are unique and are
detailed on the sensor calibration sheet. A unique calibration sheet is supplied with all
Geosense Vibrating Wire Displacement Gauges.

If the readout display is in Period units ( e.g. 0.03612 or 3612 - depending upon the
readout used ) the first step to producing an engineering value is to convert the reading to
Linear Digits ( Hz2/1000 ) . Two examples of this calculation can be seen below. The
first (1) where the readout includes a decimal point and displays the Period in Seconds–2
and the second (2) where the readout displays the Period in Seconds-7

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6.2.2 Converting readings from VW displacement sensor contd..

(1) Readout Display = 0.03612

Linear Digits (Hz2/1000) = ( 1 / 0.03612 –2 ) 2 / 1000
= 7664.8

(2) Readout Display = 3612

Linear Digits (Hz2/1000) = ( 1 / 3612 –7 ) 2 / 1000
= 7664.8

If the readout displays ‘Frequency’ values, ( e.g. 2768.5 Hz ) only a simple calculation
is required to convert the readings to Linear Digits.

Linear Digits (Hz2/1000) = ( 2768.5 ) 2 / 1000

= 7664.6

Certain data loggers store their Vibrating Wire data in Linear Digits but further divided
by 1000. In this case the data would have to be multiplied by a further 1000 to
maintain the standard Linear Digits (Hz2/1000) format for standard calculations.

There are many ways to achieve the conversion from recorded data to useful
engineering values. The following are included as a guide only and as a basis for
alternative approaches.

Linear Calculation
This is the most simple calculation to convert ‘raw’ data to engineering units. It can
be easily carried out using a simple calculator. It assumes that the reading is in
Linear Digits ( Hz2/1000 ). Where this is not the case, the reading should be
converted to these units prior to application of the calibration factors. For most
applications this equation is perfectly adequate and is carried out as follows:-

Displacement (mm) = Linear Factor mm (k) x ( Current Reading - Base Reading )

Where the displacement is required in an alternative format, inches for example, a simple
conversion using standard conversion factors can be applied to each factor or at the end
of the equation. (1 inch = 25.4 mm for example).

An instrument calibration sheet similar to the example in the appendix of this manual
includes the following information:-

Model This refers to the Geosense model number.

Serial Number This is a unique sensor identification number that can be found
on the base of the displacement gauge
Works ID Unique works batch and range code
Cal Date Date the calibration was performed
Temp oC Temperature at which the sensor was calibrated
DPI No. Serial number of the calibration equipment
Readout No. Serial Number of the readout used
R/O Cal Date The date on which the Readout was calibrated to a traceable
standard

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6.2.2 Converting readings from VW displacement sensor contd..

Polynomial Calculation

This calculation is slightly more precise, as it accommodates some of the slight deviation
of the data from a straight line. However, in its standard form it does not easily
accommodate site recorded base reading or environmental changes that may affect the
zero ( such as altitude ).

Displacement (mm) = [ Factor A for mm x (Reading)2 ] + [ Factor B for mm x Reading]

+ Factor C for mm

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6.2.3 Thermistor Linearization

USING STEINHART & HART LOG

Thermistor Type. YSI 44005, Dale 1C 3001 B3, Alpha 13A3001-B3

Resistance/ temperature equation:-

T= (1 / (A + B (LnR) + C(LnR) 3)) –273.2

Where:-

T = Temperature in degrees Centigrade

LnR= Natural log of Thermistor resistance.
A= 1.4051* 10-3
B= 2.369*10-4
C=1.019*10-7

Resistance versus temperature table

Ohms Temp Ohms Temp Ohms Temp Ohms Temp Ohms Temp
201.1K -50 16.60K -10 2417 30 525.4 70 153.2 110
187.3K -49 15.72K -9 2317 31 507.8 71 149.0 111
174.5K -48 14.90K -8 2221 32 490.9 72 145.0 112
162.7K -47 14.12K -7 2130 33 474.7 73 141.1 113
151.7K -46 13.39K -6 2042 34 459.0 74 137.2 114
141.6K -45 12.70K -5 1959 35 444.0 75 133.6 115
132.2K -44 12.05K -4 1880 36 429.5 76 130.0 116
123.5K -43 11.44K -3 1805 37 415.6 77 126.5 117
115.4K -42 10.86K -2 1733 38 402.2 78 123.2 118
107.9K -41 10.31K -1 1664 39 389.3 79 119.9 119
101.0K -40 9796 0 1598 40 376.9 80 116.8 120
94.48K -39 9310 1 1535 41 364.9 81 113.8 121
88.46K -38 8851 2 1475 42 353.4 82 110.8 122
82.87K -37 8417 3 1418 43 342.2 83 107.9 123
77.66K -36 8006 4 1363 44 331.5 84 105.2 124
72.81K -35 7618 5 1310 45 321.2 85 102.5 125
68.30K -34 7252 6 1260 46 311.3 86 99.9 126
64.09K -33 6905 7 1212 47 301.7 87 97.3 127
60.17K -32 6576 8 1167 48 292.4 88 94.9 128
56.51K -31 6265 9 1123 49 283.5 89 92.5 129
53.10K -30 5971 10 1081 50 274.9 90 90.2 130
49.91K -29 5692 11 1040 51 266.6 91 87.9 131
46.94K -28 5427 12 1002 52 258.6 92 85.7 132
44.16K -27 5177 13 965.0 53 250.9 93 83.6 133
41.56K -26 4939 14 929.6 54 243.4 94 81.6 134
39.13K -25 4714 15 895.8 55 236.2 95 79.6 135
36.86K -24 4500 16 863.3 56 229.3 96 77.6 136
34.73K -23 4297 17 832.2 57 222.6 97 75.8 137
32.74K -22 4105 18 802.3 58 216.1 98 73.9 138
30.87K -21 3922 19 773.7 59 209.8 99 72.2 139
29.13K -20 3748 20 746.3 60 203.8 100 70.4 140
27.49K -19 3583 21 719.9 61 197.9 101 68.8 141
25.95K -18 3426 22 694.7 62 192.2 102 67.1 142
24.51K -17 3277 23 670.4 63 186.8 103 65.5 143
23.16K -16 3135 24 647.1 64 181.5 104 64.0 144
21.89K -15 3000 25 624.7 65 176.4 105 62.5 145
20.70K -14 2872 26 603.3 66 171.4 106 61.1 146
19.58K -13 2750 27 582.6 67 166.7 107 59.6 147
18.52K -12 2633 28 562.8 68 162.0 108 58.3 148
17.53K -11 2523 29 543.7 69 157.6 109 56.8 149

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6.2.4 Tabulating data

Organise the data into a table with rows labelled by date and columns labelled by anchor
number (see below).

A - ABSOLUTE READINGS
The table below shows typical raw data for a three anchor system with anchor 3 in stable
ground.

The absolute displacement value is given by the following equation:-

Absolute reading = Current reading - Zero reading (calibration cert) x Gauge factor

Date Reference Anchor 3 Anchor 2 Anchor 1 Comments

head (20 metres) (10 metres) (5 metres)
mm mm mm
20-4 0.00 38.1 25.19 34.75 Base reading (R0)
21-4 0.00 38.91 26.01 35.51
22-4 0.00 39.01 26.11 35.61
23-4 0.00 39.12 26.16 35.61
24-4 0.00 39.14 26.16 35.61
25-4 0.00 40.18 27.13 35.58 Excavation
26-4 0.00 40.13 27.18 36.63

B - MOVEMENTS RELATIVE TO REFERENCE HEAD

From the above raw data the displacements between the head and each anchor can be
determined. This is done by subtracting the base reading R0 from each of the subsequent
readings. This gives the relative movement between the reference head and each
individual anchor from the following equation:-

Relative movement (To Ref Head) = Current reading - Base reading

Date Reference Anchor 3 Anchor 2 Anchor 1 Comments

head (20 metres) (10 metres) (5 metres)
mm mm mm
20-4 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Installation
21-4 0.00 0.81 0.82 0.76
22-4 0.00 0.91 0.92 0.86
23-4 0.00 1.02 0.97 0.86
24-4 0.00 1.04 0.97 0.86
25-4 0.00 2.08 1.94 1.83 Excavation
26-4 0.00 2.03 1.99 1.88

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6.2.4 Tabulating data contd..

C - MOVEMENTS RELATIVE TO ANCHOR THREE

If however it is not the reference head that is stable but anchor 3 then the movement of
each of the anchors needs to be calculated relative to anchor 3 and not the reference
head. From the data below it can be seen that the apparent movement of anchor 3 is
actually the absolute movement of the reference head relative to anchor 3 (stable
ground).

Relative movement to anchor 3 = Relative movement anchor 1, 2, 3 or head -

Relative movement of anchor 3

Date Reference Anchor 3 Anchor 2 Anchor 1 Comments

Head (20 metres) (10 metres) (5 metres)
mm mm mm
20-4 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 Installation
21-4 0.81 0.00 0.01 0.05
22-4 0.91 0.00 0.01 0.05
23-4 1.02 0.00 0.05 0.16
24-4 1.04 0.00 0.07 0.18
25-4 2.08 0.00 0.14 0.25 Excavation
26-4 2.03 0.00 0.04 0.15

From the above data it can be seen that the initial movement occurred in the zone closest
to the surface during the first 3 days and then again on day 6 following significant
excavation during that day.

If the raw data is exported in a csv file then it can be manipulated in Excel to produce
graphs of the relative movements.

CONVENTION

A positive value indicates extension i.e. increasing distance between head & anchor

A negative value indicates compression i.e. decreasing distance between head & anchor

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7.0 MAINTENANCE

7.1
The GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers either as a manual or electrical version do
not require regular maintenance as such as the subsurface components are
non-retrievable and all the sensors are sealed.

However it is important to ensure that the rods do not become extended outside the
permissible range, do not become fully retracted and remain free to move & do not twist.
All of the above should be checked periodically and if necessary the rods adjusted to
remain in their range

Maintenance of wiring connections between the sensors and any terminal panels / or
loggers should involve occasional tightening of any screw terminals to prevent loose
connections or cleaning contacts to prevent the build up of corrosion.

8.0 TROUBLESHOOTING

Vibrating wire version

It is generally accepted that when a Vibrating Wire instrument is producing a stable
reading on a suitable readout, the value will be correct. Only on very rare occasions will
this be untrue.

In almost all cases, a fluctuating reading is a sign of a faulty signal from the sensor.
The fault could be in either the sensor, the connecting cable, any switch boxes or the
readout. The best way to fault find an instrument is to isolate it from all other instruments
and connections. Where possible begin fault finding from the sensor itself.

However if the unit fails to read the following steps should be taken:-

1. Check the coil resistance. Nominal resistance is 180 Ω ± 10 plus cable resistance
(22 gauge copper = approximately 15 Ω per 333m)

A.) If the resistance is high or infinite a cut cable should be suspected.

B.) If the resistance is low or near to zero a short should be suspected.

C.) If the resistances are within the nominal range and no readings are obtainable
on any transducer then a faulty readout should be suspected and Geosense
contacted.

2. If cuts or shorts are found the cable may be repaired in accordance with
recommended procedures (contact Geosense for kits & procedures).

Unstable readings may also result from electrical noise such as nearby power lines or
electrical equipment. If possible the readings should be taken when the equipment is not
operating.

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9.0 SPECIFICATION

REFERENCE HEADS

Type Reference head type Measurement sensor Sleeve type No of points

GXB-MR Manual Rod Rigid 1-8

GXB-MF Manual Rod Flexible 1-8

GXB-EH-S-VW-R Electric Standard Vibrating wire Rigid 2-6

GXBEH-S-VW-F Electric Standard Vibrating wire Flexible 2-6

GXBEH-LP-LP-R Electric Low profile Linear Potentiometer Rigid 2-6

GXBEH-LP-LP-F Electric Low profile Linear Potentiometer Flexible 2-6

GXBEH-S-VW– M-R Electric Standard + manual Vibrating wire-rod Rigid 2-6

GXBEH-S-VW– M-R-F Electric Standard + manual Vibrating wire-rod Flexible 2-6

GXBEH-S-LP– LP-M-R Electric low profile + manual Linear potentiometer-rod Rigid 2-6

GXB-EML-LP-F Electric low profile + manual Linear potentiometer-rod Flexible 2-6

DISPLACEMENT GAUGES RODS

Stainless steel rods are flush threaded whereas
Description Ranges the Glass & Carbon fibre rods have external
couplers.
Manual 0 - 150mm
Description
Vibrating Wire 25, 50, 75, 100, 150, 200mm
1/4”x 1m PVC rigid sleeve FT
Linear potentiometer 10, 20, 30, 50, 125,100,150mm
1/4”x 2m PVC rigid sleeve FT

1/4”x 3m PVC rigid sleeve FT

ANCHORS
1/4” starter sleeve

1/4” sleeve spacer

Description Connection
10mm x 1m flexible sleeve
16mm Groutable anchor Rigid sleeve
10mm x 2m flexible sleeve
16mm Groutable anchor Flexible sleeve
10mm x 3m flexible sleeve
16mm Groutable anchor BZP Rigid sleeve
10mm coupler
16mm Groutable anchor BZP Flexible sleeve

Single hydraulic Borros type Rigid sleeve SLEEVES

Double Borros type Rigid sleeve

Description
Snap ring anchor* Rigid sleeve
1/4”x 1m PVC rigid sleeve FT
Snap ring anchor* Flexible sleeve
1/4”x 2m PVC rigid sleeve FT
Packer anchor Rigid sleeve
1/4”x 3m PVC rigid sleeve FT
Packer anchor Flexible sleeve
1/4” starter sleeve

1/4” sleeve spacer

10mm x 1m flexible sleeve

10mm x 2m flexible sleeve

10mm x 3m flexible sleeve

10mm coupler

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10.0 SPARE PARTS

As a Vibrating Wire Embedment Strain Gauge is a sealed unit, it is neither serviceable

nor does it contain any replaceable parts.

Civil engineering sites are hazardous environments and instrument cables can be easily
damaged, if they are not adequately protected. Geosense can therefore provide the
following parts that my be required to effect repairs to instrument cables:

• PU coated 4 Core cable with foil shield and copper drain.

• PVC coated, armoured, 4 Core cable suitable for direct burial.

• Epoxy jointing kit for forming a waterproof cable joint.

Please contact Geosense for price and availability of the above components.

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11.0 RETURN OF GOODS

11.1 Returns procedure

If goods are to be returned for either service/repair or warranty, the customer should
contact Geosense for a Returns Authorisation Number, request a Returned
Equipment Form QF034 and, where applicable, a Returned Goods Health and Safety
Clearance Form QF038 prior to shipment. Numbers must be clearly marked on the
outside of the shipment.

Complete the Returned Equipment Form QF034, including as much detail as possible,
and enclose it with the returned goods.

All returned goods are also to be accompanied by a completed Returned Goods Health
and Safety Clearance Form QF038 attached to the outside of the package (to be
accessible without opening the package) and a copy of both forms should be faxed in
advance to the factory.

11.1.1 Chargeable Service or Repairs

Inspection & estimate

It is the policy of Geosense that an estimate is provided to the customer prior to any
repair being carried out. A set charge for inspecting the equipment and providing an
estimate is also chargeable.

11.1.2 Warranty Claim

(See Limited Warranty Conditions)

This covers defects which arise as a result of a failure in design or manufacturing. It is a
condition of the warranty that the GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers must be in-
stalled and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions and has not been
subject to misuse.

In order to make a warranty claim, contact Geosense and request a Returned

Equipment Form QF034. Tick the warranty claim box and return the form with the goods
as above. You will then be contacted and informed whether your warranty claim is valid.

11.2 Packaging and Carriage

All used goods shipped to the factory must be sealed inside a clean plastic bag and
packed in a suitable carton. If the original packaging is not available, Geosense should be
contacted for advice. Geosense will not be responsible for damage resulting from
inadequate returns packaging or contamination under any circumstances.

11.3 Transport & Storage

All goods should be adequately packaged to prevent damage in transit or intermediate

storage.

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12.0 LIMITED WARRENTY

The manufacturer, Geosense, warrants the Geosense® GEO-XB™ borehole rod

extensometers manufactured by it, under normal use and service, to be free from
defects in material and workmanship under the following terms and conditions:-

Sufficient site data has been provided to Geosense® by the purchaser as regards the
nature of the installation environment to allow Geosense® to check suitability of the
Geosense® GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers and other component parts.

In the absence of any site data being provided by the purchaser standard construction
materials will be supplied. All costs for subsequent modifications will be borne by the
purchaser.

The Geosense® GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers equipment shall be installed

in accordance with the manufacturer’s recommendations.

The equipment is warranted for 1 year from the date of shipment from the manufacturer
to the purchaser.

The warranty is limited to replacement of part or parts which, are determined to be

defective upon inspection at the factory. Shipment of defective part or parts to the factory
shall be at the expense of the Purchaser. Return shipment of repaired/replaced part or
parts covered by this warranty shall be at the expense of the Manufacturer.

Unauthorised alteration and/or repair by anyone which, causes failure of the unit or
associated components will void this LIMITED WARRANTY in its entirety.

The Purchaser warrants through the purchase of the Geosense® GEO-XB™

borehole rod extensometer that he is familiar with the equipment and its proper
use. In no event shall the manufacturer be liable for any injury, loss or damage,
direct or consequential, special, incidental, indirect or punitive, arising out of the
use of or inability to use the equipment sold to the Purchaser by the Manufacturer.

The Purchaser assumes all risks and liability whatsoever in connection with the
Geosense® GEO-XB™ borehole rod extensometers equipment from the time of
delivery to Purchaser.

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