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one utility. The signal is broadcast in all directions and can couple to every nearby utility through
electromagnetic induction. It is possible to reduce the broadcasting signal by pressing the power
output level button to change the power level from high to medium or medium to low.
The transmitter induction antenna will be “ON” when there is no plug in the output jack.
Sometimes it is not possible to gain access to the pipe or cable to make a direct connection or to
use the MetroClamp. In these cases use the Transmitter’s internal antenna. Three power levels
can be selected when the Transmitter is “ON”, it will broadcast the signal from the internal
antenna. No ground connection is needed when a signal is induced onto the target utility.
1
Position the Transmitter -
Remove any cable or clamp plug from the OUTPUT JACK.
Position the Transmitter across the buried utility as indicated on Figure 6-3.
Figure 6-3: Transmitter Position for Inductive Tracing
2
Turn the Transmitter ON.
4
Tracing the utility - Refer to Section 6.2
6.2 Receiver Operation -
When tracing a utility, always be alert to surrounding conditions
which could interfere with the accuracy of your locate. Adjacent utilities pull the signal away from
the target utility and can be misleading in both position and depth of the utility. Periodically sweep
to each side of the utility to check for the presence of other utilities. The Receiver Left/Right
Guidance System will indicate a second centerline, or will behave erratically if there is signal
interference.
6.2.1 Receiver Set-up
1
Turn the Receiver ”ON” -
Turn Receiver ON with quick press of ON/OFF DEPTH
button.
2
Check Battery Charge -
The amount of battery charge will appear in the battery symbol
in the upper left corner of the Receiver LCD. Replace the batteries if the symbol does not
have any bars. See Section 8.3 for battery replacement.
3
Sweep the area -
Hold the Receiver at a comfortable angle and make a 360-degree
sweep 8 to 10 feet (2.5 to 3 m) around the connection point. During this sweep, stop at
each centerline, note the signal strength. To do this, make sure the signal strength is
below ”999”. Position the Receiver over the centerline and press the ON/OFF DEPTH
button.
4
Check for air coupling (Inductive mode only) -
When using the inductive method,