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Depth Measurement
(
DXL2 and MXL2 Locators only
)
The DXL2 and MXL2 Locator can be used in conjunction with the Generator/ Transmitter or
Sonde to indicate the depth of a buried service.
Depth cannot be measured on the Power, Radio or
All Scan Modes.
On the MXL2 Locator depth measurements can be taken from a CF, 8kHz
or 640/512Hz signal.
1. The Generator/ Transmitter must be set to ‘Continuous’ signal output, NOT Pulsed output.
2. It is vital that the signal being measured is a GOOD QUALITY signal. This is best achieved
by using the Generator/ Transmitter in Connected Mode rather than Induced Mode.
3. Set the Locator to Generator Mode/ Transmitter Mode and pinpoint the position of the
buried service. Make sure the Locator is directly over the buried service and at right angles
to it’s route. Rest the Locator on the ground with the body vertical.
WARNING
The depth indication MUST NOT be used to decide if mechanical
digging over the buried service is appropriate.
WARNING
If the following procedure for Depth Measurement is not followed
then an inaccurate depth may be indicated. This is worse than having no depth
information at all.
NOTE
A poor quality signal is indicated by an unstable visual response on the Locator. Depth Measurement may
be inaccurate in these circumstances.
WARNING
If the pinpointing of the service is inaccurate then the Depth Measurement will be inaccurate.
