Instruction Manual
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11.2
Recovering the Object
Once the target has been pinpointed, clear the surface of loose
material and check again for the signal. If there is no signal then the
target is amongst the surface material. In this case search the surface
material until the target is located.
If the target is still in the ground, recheck using the pinpoint mode. Cut a
grass plug in a horse shoe shape leaving one corner attached, then bend
the sod back. If you have pinpointed properly your find should be in the
middle of the exposed hole. If not, the use of a probe can assist in
locating the find exactly and minimise soil disturbance.
If you cannot see the target, and are confident it is still in the hole,
remove some soil and place it on a plastic sheet next to the hole. This will
enable you to pour back the dirt and leave the surrounding area clean
after taking out your find.
Place the coil flat on the ground next to you and gradually remove handfulls
of soil from the plastic sheet and pass these over the coil. Keep
repeating this procedure until you hear and find your target. Be sure to
recheck the hole and surrounding soil, as several coins can sometimes
be found in one hole.
Pour back the loose soil and carefully tread the sod down to its original
appearance. This will retain the pristine nature of your site and help to
maintain future access for everyone to enjoy this great pastime.
Please note: Dig carefully so as not to gouge or scratch the target, which
may be valuable or unique. Be sure to remove any rings or watches from
your hands before passing soil across the coil. You may get conflicting
signal reponses from metal items on or close to you.
Once again, always remember to refill holes.
