Garrett ATX - Care and Maintenance

36 Garrett Metal Detectors
ATX
™
37
ATX with 20" Deepseeker coil attached
Figure 5: ATX with Deepseeker coil attached + DD coil + headphones.
Note: close velcro flap to secure DD coil.
Figure 6: ATX with Deepseeker coil attached + DD coil + 8" mono coil + headphones.
Note: close velcro flap to secure DD coil.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE
The ATX is a rugged detector, designed for outdoor use in all environments�
However, as with all electronic equipment, there are some simple ways to
care for it to maintain its high performance�
• Avoid extreme temperatures as much as possible, such as storing the
detector in an automobile trunk during the summer or outdoors in sub-
freezing weather�
• Keep the detector clean, especially the touchpad and telescoping stem
assembly� The ATX stems should never be collapsed and allowed to dry
when the unit is muddy or sandy, or after any underwater use�
Saltwater and even freshwater sediment can inhibit the easy operation of
the stems and stem nuts� Rinse the unit with fresh water to remove
sand, sediment, etc�, and wipe down with a clean cloth�
Hold the ATX under running fresh water to rinse off sediment� Vigorously
rotate the stem nuts back and forth and work the stems in and
out while under the running water to help flush any grit from within the
stem nuts� Flush any debris from the stem rotation lock as well�
• If a freshwater source is unavailable after water hunting, rinse the unit
in the body of water you have been hunting� Hold the ATX under the
water surface while vigorously rotating the stem nuts back and forth and
working the stems in and out to help free any trapped sediments� Then
wipe the detector down with a clean cloth before collapsing the stems�
• Leave stem nuts in a loose (untightened) mid-point position for storage
to prevent any remaining deposits from seizing up the stem nuts�
• When storing for longer than one month, remove detector's batteries.
• Install protective cover on the connector when not using headphones.
Rinse stems and stem nuts with fresh
water to remove dirt, salt, etc.
Rotate stem nuts and rinse again to
ensure grit has been removed.
Figure 4: ATX with Deepseeker coil attached + headphones.
Secure straps around lower stem nut and housing.