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AQ1B Compact Underwater Metal Detector 

User Manual 

 

 

 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
UNDERSEA DETECTION EQUIPMENT              

AQUASCAN INTERNATIONAL LTD. 
AQUASCAN HOUSE                
HILL STREET 
NEWPORT. 
SOUTH WALES.  UK 
NP20 1LZ 

 
Tel: +44 1633 841117 
Fax: +44 1633 254829 
Email: 

[email protected]

 

Website : 

www.aquascan.co.uk

 

 
 
 
 

AQUAPULSE 1B-Compact 

 

UNDERWATER 

 

METAL DETECTOR 

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Operating Instructions 

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This manual is copyright © 2011 Aquascan Int. Ltd, all rights reserved. This document must not be 
replicated in whole or part without the prior express permission of Aquascan International Ltd. 
 

Issue 4. 
8

th 

August 2011

 

 

Summary of Contents for AQ1B

Page 1: ...44 1633 841117 Fax 44 1633 254829 Email info aquascan co uk Website www aquascan co uk AQUAPULSE 1B Compact UNDERWATER METAL DETECTOR Operating Instructions This manual is copyright 2011 Aquascan Int...

Page 2: ...g 6 Underwater Operation 8 Detection Interpretation Using Arm Saver Kit with 38cm Loop 11 Care and Maintenance 12 Checking Battery Status Performance 15 Troubleshooting Guide 16 Aquapulse 1B Compact S...

Page 3: ...009 the new MINI version of the AQ1B was introduced this replaced the previous AQ1B version The AQ1B Compact is the same detector technology as in the past but with some improvements New smaller light...

Page 4: ...pact Detector 1 Charging the batteries The AQ1B Compact is supplied only partially charged and will require a full 14 hours charging duration to bring the unit to a fully charged status Make sure the...

Page 5: ...the AC supply to the charger first and then unplug the connector from the socket on the detector 3 Plug in the connector on the search loop into the LOOP socket and screw down the retaining collar Th...

Page 6: ...the OFF position will give maximum sensitivity to small gold rings and thin section foils As the setting is increased by turning the control clockwise from settings 2 through 6 the detector will rejec...

Page 7: ...if no hood is worn it can be placed under the strap of the facemask or under a suitable neoprene headband Position the Bonephone so that it is on a bony part of the head close to the ear NOTE NEVER P...

Page 8: ...eing obtained when the head is centred over the object The shallower the object the more pronounced the peak response will be whereas deeper objects tend to give a more gradual change in response as t...

Page 9: ...Washer from the Lower Shaft and place the friction Washer in the recess on the Swivel Connector at the centre of the Loop as shown Washer in connector recess Nut Bolt Washer 3 Next slide the end of t...

Page 10: ...e carrying out 6 The top of the Arm Saver is designed to secure the operators arm and the AQ1B Module with the Velcro straps supplied The module is placed so that the Velcro on the body mates with the...

Page 11: ...t Care and Maintenance Proper care of your Aquapulse will be repaid by a long and trouble free life and attention should be given to the following points 1 After use and before removing plugs make sur...

Page 12: ...ill advise you where to send the unit If you ever notice any of the screws becoming loose on the control unit they should be tightened immediately Battery Care Checking Battery Performance Status The...

Page 13: ...t for a14 hour period The mains re charger supplied has an intelligent sensing device that senses the battery state and will revert to a low current charge once the battery state is sensed as fully ch...

Page 14: ...h a new battery pack the operation time from a fully charged state should be in the range of 8 to 10 hours If the performance becomes unacceptable after less than what you the operator determine to be...

Page 15: ...stly check the multi meter s reading with the leads shorted together this provides a measure of what residual reading to take into account See Aquapulse Resistance Chart below Item Approx Resistance o...

Page 16: ...d 25cm 10 Kit Consists of Control Module Quick Release Harness Bonephone Battery Charger 20cm 8 Loop with Extendable Handle This version has a slightly more powerful sensing loop than the 20cm kit and...

Page 17: ...ilst underwater enabling the diver to clearly hear the change in the Detector tone when metal is sensed The AQ 4 062 is supplied with an extendable flexible cable which allows more freedom of movement...

Page 18: ...lows the sense head to be swung over a wide arc for good search coverage Locks into one of three Arm Saver positions to optimise the overall length AQ 4 080 20cm 8 Loop with Stem Fully Waterproof comp...

Page 19: ...e 65ft length of re enforced cable and standard Ikelite connector for direct compatibility with a standard AQ1B detector The extended length of cable allows the sensing loop to be slowly towed behind...

Page 20: ...r switch which also provides an element of rejection as it is rotated clock wise this is primarily intended for the rejection of ring pulls during beach search applications or to accommodate excessive...

Page 21: ...equipment or to arrange a repair please use the following contact information Mailing Address Aquascan International Limited Aquascan House Hill Street Newport South Wales NP20 1LZ United Kingdom Tel...

Page 22: ...ration will lose its authority Equipment description Marine Metal Detector Model Aquapulse 1B Compact Manufacturer Aquascan International Ltd Aquascan House Hill Street Newport NP20 1LZ S Wales Tel 44...

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