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750 Tracker - OPERATION

BEACON TRACKING MODES

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750 Tracker - OPERATION

BEACON TRACKING MODES

Remote Guidance Mode

Information is transmitted directly to display at drilling unit when 
tracker is in remote guidance mode. Approximate distance from 
tracker to beacon (not the estimated depth of the drill head) is 
shown every 5 seconds.

Distance will not be correct within one and a half times the 
toolhead depth. For example, if you are drilling at 4 ft (1.2 m), you 
will be able to drill within 6 ft (1.8 m) of tracker. 

To operate in remote guidance mode, place unit in stand while it 
is turned off. Press and hold mode button while pressing on/off 
button.

Tracker and drill head can be up to 60 ft (18.3 m) apart when in 
remote guidance mode. IMPORTANT: Do not drill past tracker.

Summary of Contents for Subsite 750

Page 1: ...RIAL NUMBER RECORD 750 Tracker SUPPORT 1 SERIAL NUMBER RECORD SUPPORT SERIAL NUMBER RECORD Record the serial numbers and date of purchase of your Subsite components in the spaces below Date of purchas...

Page 2: ...al number and approximate date of purchase This information should be recorded and placed on file by owner at time of purchase Give detailed explanation of malfunction Return damaged parts to Subsite...

Page 3: ...equipment Keep it with the equipment at all times for future reference If you sell your equipment be sure to give this manual to the new owner If you need a replacement copy contact your Subsite Elec...

Page 4: ...Operator s Manual 750 Tracker Issue No 2 2 OP 4 01 Part Number 754 050 Copyright 1999 2000 2001 by The Charles Machine Works Inc Perry Oklahoma Subsite is a registered trademark of The Charles Machine...

Page 5: ...NTENTS SUPPORT 1 Serial Number Record 1 Service Procedure 2 FOREWORD 3 CONTROLS 7 Overview 7 Controls 8 Setup 11 Display 12 SAFETY 17 Classifications 18 Alerts 19 OPERATION 21 Beacon Tracking Modes 21...

Page 6: ...6 750 Tracker CONTENTS SERVICE PROCEDURE 6 750 Tracker CONTENTS SERVICE PROCEDURE...

Page 7: ...ck shallow or deep bores It can send beacon information to a display mounted on the drilling unit operator s station The 750 Tracker can also locate lines and cables Available modes are 8 kHz active w...

Page 8: ...ft to left right arrows Only one set of arrows will show at a time See OPERATION for further information Up Pressing this button raises gain increases signal Down Pressing this button reduces gain dec...

Page 9: ...cklight off and on Depth Up Pressing these buttons enters tracker into calibration mode See OPERATION for further information Depth Down Pressing these buttons selects radio channel CH 1 or CH 2 or OF...

Page 10: ...hese buttons advances first two digits of tracker control code see OPERATION Fore Aft Left Right Depth Pressing these buttons lowers first two digits of tracker control code see OPERATION Fore Aft Lef...

Page 11: ...crew battery cover insert batteries as indicated close cover and tighten screw check operation Check Operation Always check that tracker operates before leaving for jobsite and after every battery cha...

Page 12: ...750 Tracker CONTROLS DISPLAY 12 750 Tracker CONTROLS DISPLAY DISPLAY Mode Tracker can track beacons and locate lines Switch between modes by pressing mode button Beacon Mode Indicator Line Mode Indica...

Page 13: ...level is shown graphically Display shows battery status in 33 steps When tracker battery drops below 10 tracker battery symbol outline flashes Replace batteries immediately Volume Level Speaker volume...

Page 14: ...in numeric display It can be displayed two ways building from both sides into the middle a or building from left to right b To change signal strength display turn unit off Then press and hold depth b...

Page 15: ...perature icon will flash after third segment is lit Watch for rapid changes in beacon temperature and cool beacon by pulling back a few inches and pumping fluid downhole Battery Level Beacon battery l...

Page 16: ...In walkover tracking and line locating modes estimated depth is shown in numeric display when depth button is pressed after beacon has been properly located In remote guidance mode approximate distan...

Page 17: ...ety precautions Do not operate equipment unless you have completed proper training and read the operator s manual Use equipment only as directed Wear personal protective gear Check that equipment is c...

Page 18: ...us injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided could result in death or serious injury indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor...

Page 19: ...s wear high visibility clothing post appropriate warning signs Jobsite hazards could cause death or serious injury Use correct equipment and work methods Use and maintain proper safety equipment Explo...

Page 20: ...20 750 Tracker SAFETY ALERTS 20 750 Tracker SAFETY ALERTS...

Page 21: ...y other kinds of interference can adversely affect depth estimates BEACON TRACKING MODES Set up You must calibrate tracker before beginning a beacon tracking job After calibration tracker can estimate...

Page 22: ...Make sure no metal objects including drilling unit and drill pipe are within 20 ft 6 m of tracker and toolhead 2 Position tracker parallel to center of toolhead 3 Turn tracker on and press and hold d...

Page 23: ...750 Tracker OPERATION 23 BEACON TRACKING MODES Troubleshooting If four dashes appear in the display unit has not been calibrated or has been calibrated incorrectly beacon is too close for depth estima...

Page 24: ...illing unit will come on and thrust and rotation will be disabled Troubleshooting tip If thrust and rotation do not work check whether tracker control light on drilling unit is on If it is communicati...

Page 25: ...heck four digit display code Hold fore aft left right button and press mode to review and start sending code IMPORTANT Continue to hold down fore aft left right button to adjust code Use on off button...

Page 26: ...ker control light on drilling unit will come on and hydraulic power to thrust and rotation will be disabled 6 Change downhole tools 7 If you are tracking backreamer s path turn on tracker and enable c...

Page 27: ...main signal Familiarity with beacon signal pattern will lessen the effect of secondary signals Also the beacon tracking arrows will disappear when tracker is over secondary signal 3 When both fore aft...

Page 28: ...depth of the drill head is shown every 5 seconds Distance will not be correct within one and a half times the toolhead depth For example if you are drilling at 4 ft 1 2 m you will be able to drill wi...

Page 29: ...ndications for directional drilling Depth To estimate beacon depth press depth button Estimated depth to beacon will be displayed To change depth units press depth and mode buttons All tracking and lo...

Page 30: ...n 1 increments from 45 90 of grade Rise drop US metric of grade Rise drop US metric of grade Rise drop US metric 1 1 in 25 mm 12 1 ft 2 in 356 mm 45 4 ft 1 in 1 24 m 2 2 in 51 mm 14 1 ft 5 in 432 mm 5...

Page 31: ...l interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following me...

Page 32: ...z power or 8 kHz active IMPORTANT Transmitter is required to locate 8 kHz Setup If you are locating a line with the help of a transmitter connect transmitter as directed in transmitter operator s manu...

Page 33: ...50 Tracker OPERATION 33 LINE LOCATING MODE Troubleshooting If four dashes appear in the display signal appears to be above receiver and unit cannot estimate depth This message is usually caused by int...

Page 34: ...34 750 Tracker OPERATION 34 750 Tracker OPERATION...

Page 35: ...ns can ensure longer equipment life Do not drop the equipment Do not expose the equipment to high heat such as in the rear window of a car Clean equipment with a damp cloth and mild soap Never use sco...

Page 36: ...36 750 Tracker MAINTENANCE 36 750 Tracker MAINTENANCE...

Page 37: ...FICATIONS 37 750 Tracker SPECIFICATIONS 37 SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Length 12 75 in 32 4 cm Height 31 5 in 80 cm Width 6 in 15 2 cm Operating Weight 5 5 lb 2 5 kg Operating Temperature Range 4 F to 1...

Page 38: ...0 ft 3 6 1 m 10 beyond 20 ft 6 1 m Line Location Tolerances Active mode 3 at 10 ft 3 m Passive mode 5 at 6 ft 1 8 m 10 at 10 ft 3 m Batteries 6 C cell alkaline Battery Life approximately 20 hours Batt...

Page 39: ...hree month period starts on the date of delivery to the end user Beacons BI Accessories cables clamps Used Product Cosmetics A three month warranty starts on the date of delivery to the end user non r...

Page 40: ...s defined by the commerical code no warranties extend beyond the specific terms set forth in this limited warranty All other provisions of this limited warranty apply including duties imposed Ditch Wi...

Page 41: ...assembled and tested Out of warranty inspection costs include labor accrued at the full labor rate plus return freight Approved out of warranty repair estimate costs include parts labor accrued at ful...

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