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Section 4 - System operation
This section introduces the procedure for deploying the P350 flexitrax system and inspecting pipes and conduits.
4.1 Emergency stop
The Emergency Stop button located on the PSU will completely shut down the command module and all system
components when pressed. As a fail-safe, the system must be reset before you can switch on the system again. Do
not reset the system until it is safe to do so. To reset the system ensure the power is switched off at the main switch.
Rotate the Emergency Stop button clockwise and then switch the power back on. Switch the power off while the
equipment before disconnecting any system components or if the system is not yet connected.
NOTE: Initiating an Emergency Stop may result in loss of data on the memory card, particularly if a recording or
playback was in progress.
4.2 Crawler Deployment
Once the system is correctly set-up, you can deploy the crawler in the pipe or conduit you wish to survey. Care must
be taken when deploying the crawler, particularly if it is being deployed into deep conduits and cisterns via manholes
with limited access.
WARNING: The crawlers are heavy! Observe proper lifting procedures when handling, deploying and removing the
crawler. Never lower crawlers or other heavy equipment into manholes while personnel are working in the manhole.
Before deployment
Assess your deployment and safety requirements before you begin. Different environments may pose risks and
challenges that you may be unaccustomed to.
Check that no hazardous gases are present. The P350 flexitrax is not suitable for use in potentially explosive
environments.
We recommend the use of downhole and manhole rollers as there is a risk of damaging the crawler cable during a
survey. They should be set before the crawler is lowered into the manhole and deployed in place before the survey
starts.
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