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Summary of Contents for RD5100 S

Page 1: ...RD5100 S Multifunction precision cable and pipe locator User Guide PART NO 90 UG111INT 01 ...

Page 2: ...tempted by fully qualified personnel only using the relevant products that allow connections to energized lines WARNING The optional transmitter is capable of outputting potentially lethal voltages Take care when applying signals to any pipe or cable and be sure to notify other technicians who may be working on the line WARNING Risk of Hearing Loss The locator emits noise levels which can cause pa...

Page 3: ...nd their warranty period to a total of 3 years by registering their products within 3 months of purchase Visit https portal radiodetection com to create your company portal account and use the Product page to register your locator or transmitter Information on how to create a company account can be obtained from https support radiodetection com From time to time Radiodetection may release new soft...

Page 4: ...4 RD5100S locator 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 8 10 12 11 9 ...

Page 5: ...ons 13 Signal strength bargraph with peak marker 14 Signal strength readout 15 Proportional Guidance arrows 16 Battery level 17 Sensitivity readout 18 Frequency readout 19 Sonde icon Indicates that a sonde signal source is selected 20 Compass Shows the orientation of the located sonde relative to the locator 21 Antenna mode icon Indicates antenna mode selection Guidance Peak 22 Line icon Indicates...

Page 6: ... Switch between Guidance and Peak with guidance arrows Set gain to mid position and increases gain in 1dB increments in Peak mode Rapidly increases gain in 1dB increments in Peak mode Set gain to mid position and decreases gain in 1dB increments in Peak mode Rapidly decreases gain in 1dB increments in Peak mode Note i Configuration dependent Tip Gain values set for each sonde frequency are stored ...

Page 7: ...negative terminals as indicated Rechargeable battery packs Lithium Ion battery packs are available for the locator providing superior performance over traditional alkaline batteries To fit these rechargeable packs follow the instructions provided with each pack Checking the system software version and last calibration date To check which version of software is running on your locator and the date ...

Page 8: ...nde and check that the bar graph on the locator displays more than 50 with the sensitivity of the locator set to maximum With the sonde in place at the survey location hold the locator vertically and directly over the sonde s estimated position Make sure the blade is in line with the sonde Adjust the sensitivity gain of the locator to give a bar graph display reading between 60 and 80 A sonde radi...

Page 9: ...isplay indicates a clear peak response 4 Repeat Steps 1 to 3 in smaller increments with the locator blade resting on or near the ground The locator should now be directly above the sonde with the blade in line with the sonde Now mark the position 5 Propel the sonde a further three to four paces along the drain or duct and pinpoint and mark Repeat this procedure along the route at similar intervals...

Page 10: ...locator This helps you to make sure that you are following the right pipe especially when other utilities are present The RD5100S locator features TruDepth a feature that helps you to ensure the accuracy of your locates The depth is automatically removed from the display when the locator is at an angle of more than 7 5 from the path of the pipe being located or when the locator determines that sig...

Page 11: ...on sockets are clean free of debris and corrosion and are undamaged Do not use this equipment when damaged or faulty Batteries and power supply Only use the rechargeable battery packs chargers and power supplies approved by Radiodetection If not using rechargeable packs use good quality Alkaline or NiMH batteries only Batteries should be disposed of in accordance with your company s work practice ...

Page 12: ...rformance Service and maintenance Regulary check your equipment for correct operation by using eCert The locator and optional transmitter are designed so that they do not require regular recalibration However as with all safety equipment it is recommended that they are serviced and calibrated at least once a year either at Radiodetection or an approved repair center NOTE Service by non approved se...

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