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WARNING
Use only Vivax-Metrotech recommended charger.
WARNING
Charging socket
Two pins are used for power in from charger (to charge rechargeable batteries).
NOTE
Rechargeable pack cannot be charged from a 12V DC source.
Contact Vivax-Metrotech or a Vivax-Metrotech approved service center for wiring diagram of plug, if attempting
to repair any of the “charging” leads.
1.5.3
Battery Charging and Disposal
Follow instructions detailed in the General Safety & Care portion of this document.
Only use the charger supplied with the equipment. Using a non-approved battery charger may damage the
batteries and cause overheating.
The charger is mains operated. Connect the charger to the battery pack at the rear of the transmitter. The LED
on the charger will show a red light indicating that the charge process has started. When the LED changes to
a green indicator the charge sequence is complete and the batteries will be fully charged.
1.6
Induction Mode
Uses an internal antenna to induce a locating frequency onto the target pipe or cable (l
ine). “Induction” mode
is automatically selected if no connection accessories are plugged into the “output socket”. In order to generate
successful induction, the transmitter should be positioned over, and in line with the target line.
“Induction” mode is generally used when no access is available to make a direct connection, or a clamp
connection. When using induction it is very likely that the signal being induced onto the target line will also be
induced onto other lines in the area, and onto above ground features such as wire fences. This can influence
the accuracy of the location, depth and current measurements. “Induction” mode is also the least efficient way
of applying the transmitting signal to the
target line. The distance located with “Induction” mode is generally
much less than that achieved with a direct connection or clamp connection. “Induction” mode generally works
better in higher frequencies, usually 33 kHz up to 200kHz (depending on region). The advantage of induction
is that no access is required to “connect” the transmitter, making it a very quick process. The antennas on the
transmitter are tuned to induce specific frequencies or range of frequencies. Therefore only a limited number
of fr
equencies can be selected in “Induction” mode.
NOTE
For accurate location and depth measurement the locator receiver should not be
used within 50ft (15m) from the transmitter.
