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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Terminology
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Assembly
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4-5
Batteries
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Quick-Start Demo
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7
Basics Of Metal Detecting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8-9
Ground Minerals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Trash . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Identifying Buried Objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Size and Depth of Buried Objects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
EMI (Electromagnetic Interference) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Operation and Controls
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10-12
How To Work The Controls
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10
MENU Selections
Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Notch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
Sensitivity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Target Identification
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Depth And Target Display
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14
In The Field Techniques
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15-16
Headphones
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Troubleshooting
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Code of Ethics
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Warranty
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Accessories
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TREASURE HUNTER’S CODE OF ETHICS:
• Always check Federal, State, County and local laws before searching.
• Respect private property and do not enter private property without the owner’s permission.
• Take care to refill all holes and leave no damage.
• Remove and dispose of any and all trash and litter found.
• Appreciate and protect our inheritance of natural resources, wildlife and private property.
• Act as an ambassador for the hobby; use thoughtfulness, consideration and courtesy at all times.
• Never destroy historical or archaeological treasures.
• All treasure hunters may be judged by the example you set; always conduct yourself with
courtesy and consideration of others
According to FCC part 15.21 Changes or Modifications made to this device not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the users authority to operate this equipment.
This device complies with FCC Part 15 Subpart B Section 15.109 Class B
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MADE IN THE USA
5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
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FREE DETECTOR.
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The GOLD metal detector is warranted against defects in materials and
workmanship under normal use for five years from the date of purchase
to the original owner.
Damage due to neglect, accidental damage, or misuse of this product is
not covered under this warranty. Decisions regarding abuse or misuse of
the detector are made solely at the discretion of the manufacturer.
Proof of Purchase is required to make a claim under this warranty.
Liability under this Warranty is limited to replacing or repairing, at our option,
the metal detector returned, shipping cost prepaid to First Texas Products.
Shipping cost to First Texas Products is the responsibility of the consumer.
To return your detector for service, please first contact First Texas for a
Return Authorization (RA) Number. Reference the RA number on your
package and return the detector within 15 days of calling to:
First Texas Products L.L.C.
1465 Henry Brennan
El Paso, TX 79936
(915) 633-8354
NOTE TO CUSTOMERS OUTSIDE THE U.S.A.
This warranty may vary in other countries, check with your distributor for details.
Warranty does not cover shipping costs.