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RD500 Quick Start Guide 2.0 © 2017 Radiodetection Ltd. Page 7 of 9
RD500 Operating Parameters
The RD500 will locate plastic/concrete transit/non-metallic pipe, provided:
1.
Access point to water column is within 90 to 100 meters, (300 to 500 feet), of target site
(sometimes more).
2.
Correct adaption is available to fit TransOnde to water column
3.
Standing water pressure of 1.4 to 10 bar, (20 to 150psi) is available with flow of 5 to10 litres, (1 to
2 gallons), per minute.
4.
Water pressure is reasonably stable.
5.
Pipe system is in good condition.
6.
Pipe is less than 240cm, (8 feet), deep
7.
No ‘in-line” pressure regulator
8.
Soil/ground conditions do not include strata of seismically absorbent material (i.e. soft sand,
saturated “bog-type” soil, hardpan).
9.
Spike can penetrate beyond the 5cm, (2 inch), surface vibration zone.
10.
Brass disc is used on solid surfaces such as tarmac or concrete (reduced performance).
Safety Information
To prevent injuries to yourself and others or damage to your device, it is important that you read all safety
warnings, cautions and notes before use.
WARNING
Warnings alert you to possible personal injury.
You are responsible for determining whether the conditions are suitable for using the RD500. Always
carry out a risk assessment of the site to be inspected.
Subsurface utilities: Before inserting the RD500 into the ground ensure there are no shallow cables or
services that could be damaged by the spike.
This equipment is NOT approved for use in areas where potentially explosive (or otherwise hazardous)
gases, vapors, liquids or solids may be present.
Headphone use: you need to remain alert to traffic and other hazards that are normally heard outdoors.
Always turn the volume down before plugging headphones into an audio source and use only the
minimum level necessary to take your measurements. Excessive exposure to loud sounds can cause
hearing damage.
Do NOT carry out any measurements on components carrying live voltages.
The RD500 does not indicate the depth of the pipe. Additionally, it does not detect buried electrical power lines,
gas lines or other hazardous underground objects. If you intend to uncover the pipe by digging, you must follow
your company, region and country’s codes of practice for excavation.
Always use a weight on the draining hose or tie the hose down to prevent the hose from whipping.
Stand clear of all transmitters, adapter kits and hoses while they are connected to water systems and
operating.